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Volume 74, Number 2 Summer 2012Illinois Holstein Herald is published four times a year, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, at 2664 N 2950th Rd., Marseilles, Illinois, by the Illinois Holstein Association. Subscriptions for members are included as part of the annual membership dues; $20 per year for non-members. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to the Illinois Holstein Herald, 2664 N 2950th Rd., Marseilles, IL 61341.

Advertisers Index ........................................................................................................4

Board Attendance ......................................................................................................3

Calendar .........................................................................................................................3

District News ............................................................................................................. 21

Dutchess Domain .......................................................................................................5

From the Directors .....................................................................................................6

From the President ....................................................................................................5

Junior Journeys ..................................................................................................19-20

Letter to the Editor .......................................................................................6, 17, 21

2012 State Holstein Convention .............................................................3

4-H State Dairy Judging Contest ......................................................... 15

Allen Tucker Scholarship ............................................................................8

Clinton County Classic Sale.................................................................... 10

Golden Anniversary of Mil-R-Mor Sale .............................................. 14

Illinois Championship Rules & Regulations ..................................... 11

Illinois Championship Show Schedule .............................................. 14

Illinois Holstein Dutchess Contest ..........................................................5

Illinois Junior Championship Rules & Regulations ........................ 18

Illinois Milk, Fat and Protein Honor Roll ............................................ 16

Junior Annual Spring Thing ................................................................... 19

Kyle Mitchell Dairy Bowl Awards ......................................................... 19

Ludwigs to Host Illinois State Picnic ......................................................9

Midwest Spring National Holstein Show .......................................... 16

Northwest Spring Sizzler Sale ............................................................... 17

PDCA Calf Sale ............................................................................................ 22

Superior Young Dairy Producer Award .............................................. 15

Young Distinguished Junior Member Finalist ....................................7

REGULARS ___________________ FEATURES ____________________

6/21 Northwest District Show, Freeport, IL 6/29 Effingham District Show, Newton, IL 6/29 Heart of Illinois District Show, Pontiac, IL 7/6 Midwest Summer R&W Show, Belvidere, IL 7/7 Gateway District Holstein Show, Highland, IL 7/7 Northeast District Show, Belvidere, IL 7/13 Southern District Show, Nashville, IL7/15 Clinton County Open Show, Carlyle, IL7/16 Clinton County Junior Show, Carlyle, IL7/18 Illinois Holstein Dutchess Contest, Lincoln, IL, 5:30 pm 7/19 Illinois Holstein Junior Show, Lincoln, IL, Molly Sloan, judge7/20 Illinois Holstein Open Show & Futurity, Chris Hill, judge Lincoln, IL 7/26 Mississippi-Valley District Show, Mendon, IL, Stephanie Aves, judge 10/2-10/6 World Dairy Expo, Madison, WI 10/2 International Junior Holstein Show, Madison, WI, 7:30 am10/5 International Holstein Show (Heifers), Michael Heath, judge, Madison, WI, 12:00 pm10/6 International Holstein Show (Cows), Michael Heath, judge, Madison, WI, 8:00 am10/27 Illini Golden Opportunity Sale, John Erbsen, chairman, Freeport, IL 12/6-12/7 Senior Holstein Convention, Effingham, IL

CALENDAR __________________

Name 1/4/12 6/12/11 10/21/11 12/2/11Alan Ainger (ML) E P E ERoger Bauman (LL) A A P ABeth Cash (MS) P P P PBruce Clanton (GW) P P P PDale Drendel* P P P PJoe Engel (TR) P A A PHarvey Harpstrite (CL) E P P ENorbert Hasheider (SO) P EMarc Hilgendorf (LL) P P P ASteve Irwin (HT) P P P PGary Janssen (ML) P P P PRoger Koehn (TR) P P P EGlen Meier (NW) P E P PKen Meng (SO) A E A AJohn Mitchell (BW) E E P PMike Netemeyer (CL) P P P PChristy O’Connor (HT) P PBrian Olbrich* P P P PToby Probst (EF) A ABoyd Schaufelberger* P A P PHerb Schmiedeskamp (MS) P PRon Schaufelberger (GW) E P P PJim Schumacher (EF) P P P PCarol Timmerman (NW) E A P PMerlin Timmerman (NW) E A P PJennifer Wakeley (BW) P PKevin Wendling* P P P P* Denotes officer/past president/National board member

BOARD ATTENDANCE ________

On the Cover: Emily Irwin from Belvidere, Ill., was named a finalist in the Young Distinguished Junior Member Contest of the National Holstein Association. Congrats to Emily as she represents Illinois at the National Holstein Convention. This issue of the Illinois Holstein Herald was sent to the printer May 21, 2012.

Illinois Senior Holstein Convention 2012

When: December 6-7, 2012Where: Hilton Garden Inn, Effingham

1301 Avenue of Mid AmericaPhone: 1-217-540-7777

Hosted by the Effigham Holstein Club

Watch the Illinois Holstein website and October Herald for full convention details and registration

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Erbacres Holsteins Page 24Evergreen Lawn Farm Page 24Flat-Net Dairy Page 24Gaf-Fine Farms, Inc. Page 26Glendell H. Farms, Ltd. Page 24Glenkeen Holsteins Page 24Golden Oaks Farm Page 24Halldale Farms Page 24Holbric Holsteins Page 26Hunter Haven Farms, Inc. Page 24Irwindale Holsteins Page 26Interglobe Genetics Page 15J-Maker Dairy Farm Page 24Julie Lynn Designs Pager 15K-J Holsteins Page 24K-Lane Farms Page 26Kaco-Vu Page 25Kochnook Farm Page 25Koester Dairy Page 25Koll-Kreek Page 25Laeschway Dairy Page 25

ABS Genetics Page 2Accelerated Genetics Page 27Ainger Farms Page 23B&B Bagging Page 6B-J-Grove Page 23BLM Fall Dairy Page 23Bluff-Ridge Page 26Blukel Holsteins Page 24Bri-Mel Acres Page 24Car-Mer Farm, LLP Page 13, 24Cash Farms Page 24Cearfield Farm Page 24Char-La-Don Page 24Clint-Clair Farms Page 24Coxbrook Farms Page 24Dair-E-Land Holsteins Page 24DoDel Holsteins Page 24Edler Farm Page 24The Edwards Family Page 24Ellingson’s White Hill Page 24Elm Farms, Inc. Page 26

ADVERTISER’S INDEX _______________________________________

OfficersPresident ........................................................................................................Kevin Wendling13500 North 400th St., Altamont, 62411; 618/483-5532; [email protected]

Vice President ................................................................................................... Brian Olbrich1318 Rte. 23, Harvard, 60033; 815/482-7426; [email protected]

Treasurer ................................................................................................................ Carol Jones 23485 N 3100 East Rd., Emington, 60934; 815/934-5551; [email protected]

Secretary ....................................................................................................... Tina Hall-Yagow 920 14th Street, Rochelle, 61068; 815/757-0852; [email protected]

Executive MembersBruce Clanton .............................................................................................................Gateway R.R. 2, Box 415, Mulberry Grove, 62262; 618/425-3523

Dale Drendel ........................................................................................................... Tri-County15N057 Walker Rd., Hampshire, 60140; 815/766-0326; [email protected]

Steve Irwin ...................................................................................................... Heart of Illinois9400 Meridian Rd., Beason, 62512l 217/447-3220; [email protected]

Gary Janssen .................................................................................................. McHenry-Lake28548 Burnett Rd., Island Lake, 60042; 847/224-7857

Jim Schumacher ..................................................................................................... Effingham8 CR 50 North, Teutopolis, 62467; 217/857-6374; [email protected]

ILLINOIS HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION ___________

Lenkaitis Holsteins Page 25Lindale Holsteins Page 25Luck-E Holsteins Page 25Lucky-King Holsteins Page 25Ludwig Farms Page 26Lyonden Farm Page 26Mackinson Dairy Farm Page 25Macomber Farm Page 25Meier Meadows Page 25Mil-R-Mor Page 25Mitchell’s Holsteins Page 26National Cattle Congress Page 21Net-A-Way Farms Dairy Page 25O-Bee Holsteins Page 26Oertel Farms, Inc. Page 25Platz Dairy Farm Page 25Pleasantland Farm Page 25Po-Cop Holsteins Page 25Probstland Dairy Page 25R-Homestead Farm Page 26R-Vision Holsteins Page 25

Ravendale Farm Page 25Red Carpet Holsteins Page 25Roblee Farms Page 26Rock-I Farms Page 26Rolling Lawns Farms Page 25Rotesown Page 25Schaufine Farms Page 25Schaulane Holsteins Page 25Select Sires Page 28Shannondoah Holsteins Page 26Show-N-Style Cattlle Page 26Smith, Ed Page 13Stephenson Holstein Club Page 26Sunshine Genetics Page 6Team Holsteins Page 26Vital-I Page 26Von-View Dairy Farm Page 26Wildvale Reg. Holsteins Page 26Will-Can-Do Holsteins Page 26Winter Dairy Farm Page 26Zehrview Holsteins Page 26

Directors - Term Expires 2012

Boone-Winnebago .............................................John Mitchell, Winnebago 815/703-5614

Clinton .................................................................Harvey Harpstrite, Trenton 618/224-9852

Effingham ...........................................................Jim Schumacher, Teutoplis 217/821-4052

* Gateway ................................................. Bruce Clanton, Mulberry Grove 618/425-3523

Gateway ....................................................Ron Schaufelberger, Greenville 618/664-0789

* Mississippi-Valley ............................................. Beth Weas Cash, Paloma 217/455-3440

Northwest ...........................................................................Glen Meier, Ridott 815/238-8540

Northwest ......................................................... Carol Timmerman, Galena 815/777-0318

Northwest ...................................................... Merlin Timmerman, Galena 815/777-0318

Southern ........................................................................ Ken Meng, Freeburg 618/210-4093

* Tri-County ................................................................ Joe Engel, Hampshire 847/683-3482


Heart of Illinois .............................................................. Steve Irwin, Beason 217/447-3220

* Lincolnland ................................................... Marc Hilgendorf, Nokomis 815/383-4776

Tri-County ..................................................................Roger Koehn, Peotone 815/784-6006


Boone-Winnebago ............................................ Jennifer Wakeley, Rockford 815/978-8528

Clinton .....................................................................Mike Netemeyer, Carlyle 618/594-3190

Effingham ..................................................................... Toby Probst, Wheeler 217/925-5459

Heart of Illinois ..............................................Christy O’Connor, Kankakee 815/530-0331

Lincolnland ...........................................................Roger Bauman, Nokomis 217/563-7692

McHenry-Lake ............................................................ Alan Ainger, Harvard 262/749-4814

McHenry-Lake .................................................... Gary Janssen, Wauconda 847/224-7857

Mississippi Valley ........................... Herb Schmiedeskamp, Camp Point 217/593-6668

Southern .............................................................................. Joann Hartmann 618/939-7075

* Ineligible for re-election

Illinois Holstein Herald Editor & Webmaster Julie L. Drendel2664 N 2950th Rd., Marseilles, Ill. 60552

815/766-0045 · 847/683-7570 (fax) · [email protected]

Holstein Association USA DirectorBoyd Schaufelberger

1254 IL Rte 127, Greenville, Ill. 62246 · [email protected] · 618/664-2576


FROM THE PRESIDENT I’ve got to start by mentioning the beautiful weather we’ve had. In our neighborhood almost all of the corn and beans have been planted, some corn is already knee high, second cutting hay is being put up and its only the middle of May. Timely rain and sunshine certainly add to the beauty of the season. I’d also like to congratulate all of the 2012 graduates on their accomplishments and wish them well in their future endeavors. The June Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for Thursday, June 7, in Bloomington. Note the change to Thursday since it has been held on Sundays for such a long time. Topics on the agenda include this years National Convention in Springfield, Mo., as well as the 2015 Convention to be held in Illinois. Other topics will include our district

YOLO! What does that mean? Well at first I was annoyed by the thirty-some college-age girls that I live with saying this, but after learning it stands for “You only live once,” the saying began to grow on me. There is a Mae West quote that is really something to strive for “You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough!” Just thought this

is something that everyone should hear once in a while. It has been a busy spring for Holstein breeders in Illinois with many sales to attend. A nice line up at the Clinton County Classic and also

the Northwest Sizzler, but I would really like to commend Mil-R-Mor on an excellent sale. The turnout was a true showing and reflection of the quality of people behind Mil-R-Mor. Bob Miller’s friendly face is always a great staple at Illinois Holstein events, the hard work and preparation by herd manager Lorilee Schultz, and not to mention the outstanding catalog full of amazing pedigree animals made for a great sale day! It’s show time!..well, almost in Illinois. As summer begins and the hot weather overtakes Illinois, animals across the state are being prepared for the state’s show season. With the State Show being held in Lincoln, hopefully the turnout remains as great as it has been in the past few years. The

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and state show updates as well as our efforts to support Dale Drendel, who is running for Director-at-Large for Holstein USA. Once again we face softening milk prices, due to increased production. Just another in a long line of reasons for some kind of supply management in the U.S. Be sure to make plans to attend the Illinois Holstein Picnic to be held at Ludwig Farmstead Creamery in Fithian, Ill., September 16. This is an outstanding opportunity to see the latest in cheese and ice cream production as well as an outstanding group of Registered Holsteins. I hope to see many of you at our various summer events. Hopefully an earlier spring will help make this the year that you’re able to attend.

Kevin Wendling

fairgrounds may lack a little beauty, but it will get the job done. As my year as Illinois Holstein Dutchess comes to an end, I encourage all junior girls to consider this opportunity. The contest will be held July 18 at the Illinois Championship Show in Lincoln, Ill. As a girl that always told my Dad that I would much rather win the ribbons than hand them out, I’ve learned that being the Dutchess is much more than that. It is a nice way to promote Illinois Holsteins and a good opportunity to network with some great people. With the National Holstein Convention being hosted by Missouri, I encourage everyone to make an effort to head to Springfield in June. As changes are facing the Holstein Association USA, it is an excellent chance to remain as up to date as possible on the Association that gives so much value to the cows we all love. Along with an educational opportunity, there is no better place to mingle with fellow Holstein enthusiasts from across the nation, and become more prepared for Illinois to host the national convention in 2015! Thank you for the opportunity to serve as the 2011-2012 Illinois Holstein Dutchess! I hope to see you all around; there really is a special bond between Holstein breeders. Remember to slow down and enjoy what you are doing; because not everyone is given the chance to work with something they are so passionate about everyday! Happy Summer, stay cool and remember YOLO!

Amy [email protected]

618-267-1899

ILLINOIS HOLSTEIN DUTCHESS AND LITTLE

MISS HOLSTEIN CONTESTS

ScheduleWednesday, July 18, 5:30 p.m.

Speeches and personal interview conductedThursday, July 19, 8:30 a.m.

Crowning of 2012 Illinois Holstein Dutchess

Dutchess Eligibility Dutchess contestant must be a member of the Illinois Holstein Association. Must be single, 15 years of age, but not yet 21 by January 1, 2012. Must personally own at least one (1) Holstein with at least 87% Registered Holstein Ancestry (RHA) verified on Holstein Association USA, Inc. certificate. A contestant does not have to have won her district contest to participate in the state contest. However, if her district club held a contest, she must have participated in the local contest during the current year. For girls living in districts not holding a contest, they are allowed to participate in the state contest only.

Little Miss Holstein Eligibility Little Miss Holstein contestant must be at least 6 years of age but not yet 11 by January 1, 2012. Contestants are encouraged to be a member of the Illinois Junior Holstein Association (IHA) and have to have a known relationship to an active IHA member.

Duties All Dutchess and Little Miss Holstein contestants will assist with award distribution at the 2012 Illinois Championship Junior and Open Shows. The state Dutchess agrees to attend the Illinois State Fair Junior and Open Holstein shows to assist with ribbon distribution, to attend the Illinois State Junior Convention, to submit articles to the Illinois Holstein Herald and to attend the Spring Thing. Suggested optional activities are to assist at the State Sale, PDCA Calf Sale and attend the Senior Convention and State Picnic.

Awards The 2012 Illinois Holstein Dutchess will receive a scholarship award. Each Little Miss Holstein contestant will receive a prize package.

For more information, please contact Dutchess Chairman, Lori Lyons. Information is also available on the Illinois Holstein Association website, www.illinoisholsteins.com.

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Dear Holstein Breeders, As your National Directors from the Upper Midwest, we are pleased to author this joint column for Midwest Holsteins and plan to do so after each Holstein Association USA board meeting or prior to national convention moving forward. As we gear up for National Convention in Springfield, Missouri, there are a number of important issues that continue to redefine our industry. One that affects everyone who milk cows for a living is the upcoming farm bill. By a 16 to 5 vote, the Senate Ag Committee moved the farm bill to the full Senate with the Dairy Security Act serving as the dairy title. Word has it the farm bill will receive floor time in the Senate this June. This is a major development in for the Senate that has been stuck in idle. Two amendments were approved with the dairy portion in the Senate Ag Committee: continuing MILC payments through June 2013 and reviewing the market stabilization components after five years. It should also be noted that the Senate’s language also lowers the feed cost per hundredweight calculation by $1 compared to the Dairy Security Act. That would reduce the margin protections and make it less likely that the stabilization portion will activate. To read the bill go to www.ag.senate.gov/issues/farm-bill/. The vast majority of Holstein Breeders have been in favor of plan that protects margins and puts a governor on milk output in times when milk production outstrips demands AND low margins in the form of milk checks are taking place. It looks like there is a real chance that we could have a farm bill this year. If you still believe in this plan, now is the time to contact your elected officials in Washington, D.C. At this year’s 127th annual meeting, delegates will cast a vote in four national director elections. At this point there are five very qualified declared candidates for four open seats. While a member can run from the floor, it has seldom taken place in recent memory. After thorough discussion, the nominating committee made a recommendation to the Holstein USA Board of Directors that delegates have a choice of candidates . . . at least when it comes to an open seat. With that in mind, a proposal to amend the bylaws has been brought forth by the Association Nominating Committee and the Board of Directors. If approved by delegates, it would require at least two declared candidates for an open Regional Directorship. If two candidates do not come forward by March 1 of the election year, that Regional Director position shall become an at-large position

FROM THE DIRECTORS ______________________for two terms unless an incumbent holds the position. The reason incumbents were not included in this proposal is the reality that it is difficult to find candidates to run against incumbents in a consolidating industry. Also, the fact we have term limits brings an automatic sunset to everyones’ term of service. We realize that everyone may not agree with this proposal. However, we wanted to offer the bylaw proposal so delegates can discuss, debate, and resolve this long-standing policy debate. A yes vote will ensure a choice when electing new directors while a no vote will call for the status quo and will result in some regions essentially appointing directors if only one candidate is brought forth. Delegates will make the final decision on June 29 and 30. A topic for which the Holstein USA Board of Directors has spent much time in discussion is the proposal to move genetic evaluations from USDA to a new private entity called the Dairy Data Alliance. This new group would consist of A.I. organizations, DHIAs, Processing Centers, and PDCA. After two years of deliberation, it appears the industry is coming closer to cementing a long-term agreement for genetic evaluations. The Cooperative Agreement was released May 7 and we had 29 days to comment on it. The 15-page document makes for rather dry reading. This document details the conditions that must be met to the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service can transfer the industry’s national genetic database to the private sector. Meanwhile, the second portion of the ground rules will be released in the Business Plan. The Business Plan will contain the financial and governance details. It will be the document most breeders will want to sink their teeth into. It too will be posted on industry websites when the Council on Dairy Cattle Breeding releases it.

Overall, the Holstein board is committed to insuring that three key principles are included in the final agreement: 1. That all animal owners will have access to

genomic testing at reasonable rates; 2. That a governance structure be agreed

upon by all parties and that funding methods and amounts of the new organization be fully planned before the DDA is established;

3. That other Dairy Industry members be allowed to participate in contributing and utilizing data.

We believe that the present system with USDA doing genetic evaluations is the best in the world and would like to see it continue. Any new entity doing the calculations must be structured so that we can preserve the integrity of our records which we currently possess. If you are concerned about how genetic evaluations will be conducted in the future, read the document and comment. This may be the one time during our dairy careers to get this right. As directors, we still have concerns about data ownership and how breeders will fare long-term in this new genetic arena.

Your National Directors, Boyd Schaufelberger Corey Geiger Leroy Eggink


EMILy IRwIN NAMED yDJM NATIONAL FINALIST As a little 8 year old girl ready for my first year of 4-H and a calf of my own to show, my parents gave me R-Vision Dundee Princess. When I received Princess, I became more interested in helping around the farm, and my responsibilities have grown over the years. My farm, R-Vision Holsteins, is family operated; everyone has to pitch in and work together to make our business run smoothly. R-Vision Holsteins is a 200 acre dairy farm located in Belvidere, Illinois. We own 70 cows and 65 heifers. We have our 180 acres of crops custom farmed which allows us to concentrate on cow comfort and management. The other 20 acres are buildings and pastures which house the heifers and cows. Our crops are used to feed our animals, and any excess is sold. We milk in a 51 stall stanchion barn, but the cows spend the majority of their time in the sanded freestall barn or the pasture. Our dry cows and heifers are housed in open housing facilities. Our current DHIA rolling herd average is 25,111 pounds of milk, 1,059 pounds of fat, and 811 pounds of protein. I have always enjoyed being outside working with the cows, and one of the first jobs I was able to do was bedding, feeding, and checking the baby calves. I use straw to bed the calves to keep them clean. When feeding calves, I give them colostrum for 2 feedings and then put them on an accelerated milk replacer. After a week of being bottle fed, the calves are put on the bucket and given free choice water and calf starter grain. Throughout the calf raising process, I watch the calves for signs of illness

and treat them if necessary. I take caring for the calves seriously because if the calf is not healthy, she will not produce to her potential as a cow. Another job that I am responsible for and that I enjoy on the farm is taking care of the show animals. My brother and I are in charge of managing and caring for our show herd. This job entails feeding, watering, bedding, breaking to lead, and clipping the show animals. We tie up our show heifers about 3 weeks before the first show. When feeding the show heifers, I carefully manage their feed intake. Watering the heifers is very important, so I lead them to water at least 4 times a day or more if it is hot outside. Other important aspects of show animal care are keeping the heifers clean and breaking the animals to lead. When breaking the heifers to lead, I move slowly and talk quietly. I also brush them while they are tied up which gets them used to people. After a couple days, the heifers are led around outside. I also wash them many times so they get used to that. I do my own body clipping and I work on toplines. It takes a lot of time to get the animal clipped correctly but it is very important because it helps them look their best in the show ring. Although taking care of baby calves and managing the show herd are my primary jobs, it doesn’t stop there. I help with moving heifers when they outgrow their pens, vaccinating, feeding grain and hay to heifers, and milking. I also help with additional jobs like cleaning the pipeline and putting straw in the hay mow.

Working with my show herd has brought me many memories. One of these memories was in 2010 when Darcy was Reserve Grand Champion of the Illinois Jr. Championship Holstein show as a Jr. 3 Year Old. After Darcy won Reserve Champion honors, we decided to have her professional picture taken. I was given the opportunity to hold Darcy’s head, and I surprised myself when I was able to hold it high for a long enough time for the photographer to take the picture. The picture turned out really good. Another show memory that I have was a week before our district show, and my mom read on Facebook that a little girl’s calf had died so she wouldn’t have anything to show. My mom responded by saying that she could show one of our calves. The day of the show arrived, and the little girl, Addie, was so excited to show for the very first time. When she walked out of the Pee-Wee showmanship class with her medal, she was elated. Addie came to visit us at our county fair about a month later. I gave her the blue ribbon that Callie had won earlier that day, and the look on her face was priceless. One thing I got to do this year that made many memories was showing at the Illinois State Fair for the first time. I tied in with Dement’s Jerseys and I helped care for 29 head of Jerseys, Milking

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Shorthorns and my one Holstein. It was a great experience! While I was there, I also participated in the Superior Young Dairy Producer Contest. In this contest I judged dairy cattle, took a written test, and participated in a skill-a-thon. Much to my surprise, I was one of the winners of the award, and with that I won a $1,000 scholarship. When I joined 4-H, I also joined the Illinois Junior Holstein Association, and I started attending Dairy Bowl practices. Another opportunity that I took advantage of was participating in the folding display contest. Making folding displays are a great way for me to learn more about dairy topics or to educate the public about dairy. I have made 4 folding displays and have won at the state level each year. In addition, my folding displays have competed in the National contest. The first year that I went to Illinois’ Spring Thing, the qualification contest for National Convention, I won the Jr. Jeopardy contest. I went on to the National Holstein Convention in Knoxville, Tennessee where I participated in the Jr. Jeopardy contest, and even though I did not place, I was proud to answer one question correctly. The next year, I again won a spot to go to the National Holstein Convention in the Wisconsin Dells as a Jr. Jeopardy participant and was happy to show improvement and make it to the second round. The following year, I earned a spot on the Illinois Jr. Dairy Bowl team. At the

National Convention that year in Sacramento, California, our team placed 4th. In 2010, I again won a Jr. Jeopardy spot to go to the National Convention in Bloomington, Minnesota. This was my favorite convention because I won the National Jr. Jeopardy Contest, and Illinois Juniors won in speech, poster, dairy bowl, and banner categories. We had a lot to celebrate! I love doing dairy bowl and dairy jeopardy but jeopardy is my favorite because I can read the question fast and buzz in with an answer right away. An important part of being in the Illinois Junior Holstein Association is participating in the fundraisers. Our organization needs funds in order to continue doing activities, especially since Illinois will host the National Holstein Convention in 2015. Over the years, I have sold Butterbraids and Pizza Kits, assisted with the embryo shuffle by making a poster, was “sold” in the Junior worker auction, bought cards for the Railbird judging contest, modeled live auction items at the Sizzler Sale, worked the food stand at the Illinois Golden Opportunity Sale, sold cow jewelry, and donated silent auction items to the Junior auction at the Illinois Holstein Convention. This year, I am serving as the Illinois Junior Holstein Association Secretary. This job entails attending and taking notes at the spring and fall meetings and turning in minutes to the Illinois Holstein Herald. Last year, I was the Illinois Junior Holstein Association Reporter. With

this responsibility, I took pictures throughout the year and then made a paper scrapbook and a digital scrapbook which went to the 2011 convention in Richmond, Virginia. The paper scrapbook placed 1st and the digital scrapbook placed 4th. I never knew that receiving R-Vision Dundee Princess would open the door to so many opportunities. I love being a part of the dairy industry, and I am thrilled to be Illinois’ YDJM!

TELGMANN RECEIVES TUCKER SCHOLARSHIP _______ Jessica Telgmann of Strasburg, Ill., is the 2012 recipient of the Allen Tucker Memorial Scholarship. The $1,000 scholarship was established in memory of the late Allen E. Tucker of Brighton, Ill., who was a highly respected and successful breeder of Registered Holstein dairy cattle. More importantly, his legacy was built on his dedication to the development of young people. Mr. Tucker was known for his

wit, intelligence, and integrity. He was also known for his w i l l i n g n e s s to share the knowledge he gained over a lifetime to help guide young people involved with registered

Holsteins and the dairy industry. The Allen Tucker Memorial Scholarship is presented annually to an Illinois Jr. Holstein member who exemplifies the character and leadership displayed by Mr. Tucker and who is planning to pursue a career in the dairy industry.

Currently a Sr. at Stewardson-Strasburg High School, Jessica will be attending Kaskaskia College this fall. She will pursue her Associate of Arts degree in the agriculture transfer program before transferring to a four year university to gain a B.S. Degree in Agriculture Communications. Throughout the years, Jessica has clearly demonstrated her interest and involvement with registered Holsteins and has had many achievements in leadership, academics, and participation in extracurricular activities. She has been extremely involved on the home dairy farm and in the 4-H and FFA dairy program where she has received numerous awards and held several club offices. Holstein showmanship and dairy judging are two of her many dairy activities. Jess won dairy showmanship awards at the local and state level as well as a two-time top dairy judge in the FFA Sectional Contest. Additionally, she is a 2010 recipient of the Illinois 4-H/FFA Superior Young Dairy Producer Award scholarship and a multi-year exhibitor of top quality cattle in the Jr. and Open division of the IL Holstein Show and IL State Fair. In high school she is a member of the National Honor Society, school honor roll, drama club, pep club, business club,

girls softball team, FFA and has held several class offices. Furthermore, she is listed in “Who’s Who Among High School Students” and is a past member of the scholar bowl team. Her church involvement includes current Lutheran Youth Fellowship president and past treasurer, while being a lifetime member of St. Paul Lutheran Church and Sunday School. Jess is the daughter of Kim and Don Telgmann.

I would just like to thank Bev Tucker and family and the Illinois Holstein Association for choosing me to be the 2012 recipient of the Allen Tucker Memorial Scholarship. I will be attending Kaskaskia College in the fall and be a part of the dairy judging team. Growing up on a dairy farm I have a great passion for Holstein cows and want to be an advocate for the dairy industry. Thanks again and God Bless.

Sincerely,Jessica Telgmann

Strasburg, Ill.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR


LUDwIGS TO HOST STATE PICNIC Many dairy farmers say if you have grown up around cows or spent time working with them, it is something that is in you forever. For those who have sold their cows and spent time away from direct animal agriculture, often times find something so addictive about those black and white creatures they just can’t quite escape. For Dave and Gary Ludwig of Fithian, Illinois, that was exactly the case. Dave and Gary grew up and worked on their family farm started by J.V. Ludwig, Dave’s father and Gary’s brother. J.V. started a registered Holstein herd in 1938, where Dave and Gary quickly developed an appreciation for cows and farming. Dave worked beside his dad and brother on the 140-cow dairy until the dispersal in 1972. He eventually started a brokerage company in Edwardsville, Illinois. Gary was quite involved on the farm too and even served as a state FFA President. He later began an insurance business in Danville, Illinois. However, after 30 years away from working hands-on with the cows, the Ludwigs remained true to their roots and reintroduced Ludwig Farms. It was their dedication to outside businesses that allowed them to invest in farming once again. “We spent some time away from the farm for several years, but we learned that dairying was in our system and we seemed to find a way back into it,” Dave explained. Once they decided to move forward with their plan, Gary acquired a 155 acre tract in east-central Illinois, just 4 miles south of their home farm. The farm is a combination of dairy cattle and alfalfa hay. The dairy is managed by Dave, while the hay operation is managed by Gary and his son-in-law Chad Sprague. Chad has 2 sons, Bennett (12) and Jameson (9), who are already showing a great deal of interest in the dairy. When they started acquiring animals, the Ludwigs found it logical to consult with Jeff Butler. Jeff had been an old family friend and someone they respected for his great eye for cattle. “Jeff ’s dad and my dad were good buddies,” explained Dave with a smile. “Jeff and Chad actually lived together in the FarmHouse Fraternity when they were at the U of I and Gary was their advisor.”

Returning to the Show Ring The Ludwigs made their returning debut on the tanbark trail in 2005 with their summer yearling, Miss Astro Carmen, who was named Junior Champion at the International Holstein Show in Madison, Wisconsin. Since then, they have steadily grown the high-profile herd, striving to balance deep pedigrees with show-winning type and leading index numbers.

During their first years back in the show ring, Dave explains they entrusted the care of their elite animals in others. “Although we enjoyed going to the shows and staying out of the way, we wanted to get back to raising them ourselves. We decided that if we are going to do this, we are going to do it right,” Dave said. With the perfect facility in mind, the Ludwig family built a new barn to accommodate 34 cows and 42 heifers under one roof in 2010. “We really wanted to get more hands-on with this new barn,” Dave explained. “We want to evaluate the cows as they come in, allowing for more individualized treatment.” In order to maximize potential of their new facility and genetics, the Ludwigs said they knew they had to hire some of the best cow people in the industry to manage their facility. In the spring of 2011, Eddie and Mandi Bue joined the team at Ludwig Farms. Eddie and Mandi came to Illinois after housing and developing many influential cattle at their own farm, Legendholm Holsteins in Hixton, Wisconsin. “We had the cow families, we had the facilities, the only missing link was getting the right people to oversee the project, and those people were Eddie and Mandi,” Dave said. “I really admire their quality care of animals and knowledge of nutrition and health. It is very evident what they bring to the table.” Working With the Best Type Families The foundation cow families from which their progeny stem include Above-Par Finley Patty (EX-91), Shoremar S Alicia (3E-97), Windy-Knoll-View Ultimate Pala (3E-94), MD-Maple-Dell Roy Image (EX-95), Krull Broker Elegance (3E-96), Ernest-Anthony SD Tobi (2E-96), and Savage-Leigh Licorice (EX-92). Another favorite cow is Ma-Tom-Ba-Terason Enigma (VG-87), nominated All-American Winter Calf in 2005. She is an Innwood Terrason daughter x EX-91 Linjet Evalyn x Elegance (3E-96). Enigma has 5 Goldwyn milking daughters, of which 3 are scored Excellent as three-year-olds and 2 are Very Good as first calf two-year-olds. Enigma’s Produce of placed 3rd at World

Dairy Expo and was nominated All-American. Of her daughters, most notably is Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Ellie-ET EX-90. She was nominated All-American Junior 2-year-old in 2011 and is ready for the tanbark this summer. With Enigma’s progeny successes so far, they are excited to have 7 more Goldwyn heifers and Alexander daughters due in September and October. And the excitement from 2011 has flowed into 2012. Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Emmy-ET EX-90 was the winning Junior 3-year-old at the Midwest Spring National Holstein Show and looks to have a bright future, just like her sisters. Besides the Enigma family, the Ludwigs are working with multiple other outstanding cow families:

• Huntcliff Goldwyn Nani-ET was H.M. All-American Milking Fall Yearling and recently scored VG-89

• Miss Radiance April Rain, nominated All-American Spring Yearling, is due in June

• Wilstar Durham Ivana EX-92 out of MD-Maple-Dell Roy Image

• Ms Dundee Banner-ET EX-91 out of Hills-Hope Leduc Becky

• Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Penny-ET VG-87 from Above-Par Finley Patty EX-91

One of the most exciting parts of this industry for Dave, though, is the development of bred and owned young cows from their initial purchases.

High Index Marketing The farm also focuses on high indexing animals and they see an opportunity for breeding and marketing these animals as well. One of these animals they are excited about is Ms Emilyann Alex Emery-ET VG-85 2Y, GTPI +1986. Her dam is the genomic superstar Wabash-Way Emilyann-ET VG-88 DOM GTPI +2133. She has embryos by Lithium and already has Snowman calves on the ground. Additionally, Larcrest Credence-ET GTPI+2200 is a Man-OMan daughter of Larcrest Chenile-ET VG-86 GTPI +2108. Chenile is a fancy Ramos sister to Cosmopolitan VG-87 GTPI +2139. Credence has embryos available by Mogul.

Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Emmy-ET EX-90H.M. Int. Champ., Midwest Spring Show 2012

Huntcliff Goldwyn Nani-ET VG-89H.M. All-American Milking Fall Yearling 2011

Summer 2012

The 38th Clinton County Classic was held March 31, in Carlyle, Ill. The sale average was $2434 on 106 lots. Topping the sale at $10,500 was Lot 1, Golden-Oaks AS Chelsea-ET. Chelsea is a big, fancy Aftershock from Golden-Oaks Champ Rae EX-93, an 8th Generation Excellent from the Roxy family. She was consigned by Oertel Farms, Nelson Heinzmann, Ryan Grahm, and Ralf Twenhafel and purchased by Springbrook Farms, Marshall, Ind. Second high seller at $5700 was Rollin-Huels Cally P-Red-ET, consigned by Rollin-Huels Dairy, Carlyle, Ill. She is the #4 GTPI Red/Polled female in the breed at +2022. Her dam is a VG-85 Polled Buckeye then four more Polled Very Good dams. This family has multiple contract interests and bulls in stud. She was purchased by Ed Peck of Madison, Wis. The sale was managed by the Clinton County Holstein Club. Thank you to all of the sponsors and volunteers that helped make the sale a success!

Sales $3,000 and Over(Consignors in Parentheses)

Golden-Oaks AS Chelsea-ET ................................ $10,500 Springbrook Farms, Marshall, Ind. Oertel, Heinzmann, Graham & Twenhafel, Brighton, Ill.

38TH CLINTON COUNTy CLASSIC SALE ______________

Top Seller: Golden-Oaks AS Chelsea-ET, purchased by Springbrook Farms, Marshall, Ind., and consigned by Oertel Farms, Nelson Heinzmann, Ryan Graham and Ralf Twenhafel, Brighton, Ill.

Rollin-Huels Cally P-Red-ET ......................................5,700 Edward Peck, Madison, Wis. (Rollin-Huels Dairy, Carlyle, Ill.)Gaf-Fine Mite P Candy P ............................................5,500 GA-IL Cattle Company, Dongola, Ill. (Jerry Gaffner, Greenville, Ill.)Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Abby ......................................4,500 T&L Cattle Company, Rosedale, BC, Canada (Ludwig Farms, Fithian, Ill.)Slate-Hill LBP Royal-Red-ET ......................................4,100 Matt Steiner, Rittman, Ohio (Kevin Wild, Forreston, Ill.)Golden-Oaks Shmrck Daisy-ET .................................4,000 Leanna Keeney, Casey, Ill. (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)1st C. MAS x Joetown Man-Oman Lavonne .............4,000 Rockhill Dairy, Dexter, N.M. (Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill.)Neu-Way Planet Al-ET ................................................3,900 Matt Steiner, Rittman, Ohio (Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton, Ill.)Neu-Way Jeeves Cali-ET .............................................3,700 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. (Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton, Ill.)1st C. Jordan x Balsy-Haven Outside Majic ..............3,600 Lane, Brady & Samantha Heinzmann, Carlyle, Ill. (Andy Carter, Greenville, Ill.)Balsy-Haven Picolo Magic .........................................3,600 Miranda Kollmann, New Baden, Ill. (Balsy-Haven Farm, Huntingburg, Ind.)1st C. Haven x Castleholm Durham Riddle-ET .........3,300 Nelson Heinzmann, Carlyle, Ill. (Eric Niswander, St. Thomas, Penn.)Ms Team Madisons Muffy ..........................................3,300 Riley Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Team Holsteins, Hampshire, Ill.)

Oakfield Colt Fiesta-ET ..............................................3,200 Riley Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Jonathan & Alicia Lamb, Oakfield, N.Y.)Wendy-Oaks Snchz Muncie-ET .................................3,200 Kasey Clanton, Mulberry Grove, Ill. (Morgan Wendling, Altamont, Ill.)Matlock Baxter Zsa Zsa-ET ........................................3,150 Leanna Keeney, Casey, Ill. (Micah Matlock, New Castle, Ind.)Golden-Oaks 5213 .....................................................3,000 Robert Willenborg, Vandalia, Ill. (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)

When determining matings on their high-index cow families, Dave said they have relied on market trends to see what the industry is demanding in order to merchandise their genetics. The long-term plan for Ludwig Farms is to develop a top combination of type and index, with hopes of exporting high numbers of embryos to the entire worldwide market. In order to accommodate for that goal, the Ludwigs built a flush facility to bring all embryo flushing in-house. A lab room was built by the office in the new barn, and is equipped with microscopes and other laboratory materials necessary for flush work.

Unique Milk Marketing In addition to actively marketing genetics of their newly establish herd, Ludwig Farms has also taken a unique approach to marketing their milk. “Since our farm is focused on breeding genetics and not on commercial milk sales, we thought it would be logical to have a cheese plant right here on the farm. The value-added cheese production is a great fit,” Dave explained. The Creamery was the vision of Jacob (“Jake”) V. Ludwig, a University of Illinois graduate with a chemistry degree and a passion for cheese making. He recognized the synergy and great potential of using the morning-fresh milk from the show cows to handcraft traditional artisan cheeses right on the farm. Upon graduating in 2009, Jake studied for a year as a cheese making

intern in Pennsylvania, developing his own specialized Havarti-style cheese seasoned with habanero peppers. He then returned to Fithian where he designed and built the cheese making facility. Sadly, Jake lost his life before the cheese production came to fruition. In January 2011, the Ludwigs hired Fons Smits to continue Jake’s dream. Fons is a dairy technologist and highly respected cheese maker with several award-winning products to his credit. As Creamery manager, Smits brings extensive technical knowledge and practical experience in small-scale creamery operation. He has developed a line of European-style, raw milk cheeses which became available in June 2011. They include: Traditional Dutch Farmstead Gouda; Feather Ridge, an Alpine-style cheese; Jake’s Wheel, a Havarti-type cheese available in Habanero, Dutch Garden Herb, Italian Garden, Bacon, Fenugreek, and Asian Spice; and, Kickapoo, a German-style cheese reminiscent of Buterkase.

The cheeses are sold regionally through Farmers Markets, through select supermarkets, gourmet shops and cheese shops. The Ludwigs retooled an existing shed adjacent to the show barn into a cheese plant, with a milk line going directly from the parlor to the cheese vat. One of the unique elements of Ludwigs’ artisan farmstead cheese is that it will be made directly from raw milk. “Raw milk cheese is becoming more and more popular,” Dave mentioned. “It is really hot on the coasts right now. We have been watching those trends and think it will be popular in the Midwest before long.” Additionally, they have installed a pasteurizer and have begun making ice cream and mozzarella cheese from the pasteurized milk. “Consumers have a heightened awareness of animal welfare. We were also raised to think you should treat every animal with individual care,” Dave added. “We think consumers will appreciate where our cheese comes from and how that care that goes into making cheese aligns directly with the care that goes into the cows.” There is no doubt the Ludwig Family will be one many Holstein breeders come to know both personally and competitively. A trip to their farm reveals their dairy is truly a family operation with a lot of heart. If your travels bring you to central Illinois, don’t pass through until you’ve contacted the Ludwigs for a tour of their dairy and creamery.


RULES AND REGULATIONS1. All exhibitors must be members of the Illinois

Holstein Association.2. Entries for the state championship show are to be

prepared and submitted online or handed to the show chairman or his representative upon check-in at the show. Entry forms will be available at www.illinoishoslteins.com and from your local show chairman. Entry fees are $20 per head and are to be paid upon check-in.

3. State health rules must be observed and health and identification papers must accompany all animals (including ET spring heifer calves) to the show.

4. All animals exhibited must be identified by official certificate verifying at least 87% Registered Holstein Ancestry (RHA) on Holstein Association USA, Inc. certificates. Ownership shall be established by the name listed on the identification certificate, or the presentation of the certificate along with a signed and completed transfer and fee to be retained by the state show chairman and forwarded to Brattleboro, VT. No calls will be made to Brattleboro to confirm ownership.

5. Cattle may arrive no earlier than 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 17 and must be off the grounds by 6 p.m. Friday, July 20. Animals being exhibited must be checked in by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July18 to be included in the show catalog.

6. Identification papers MUST be in hand at the district and state shows unless the animal is a recent purchase, then Rule 4 shall apply.

7. Every district show must use the same classes as described but may add additional classes.

8. The owner of the dam at the time of service shall be considered the breeder of the animal. Where a herd is registered in the names of different members of a family, and where the herd is one unit, all entries may be considered as exhibits of one breeder. Otherwise, when animals are bred in partnership, each unique partnership is considered a unique breeder. The breeder winning the most points (for a maximum of six animals exhibited in the open single classes by him/herself and/or other exhibitors) shall be designated the Premier Breeder. In classes with ten or less animals, no more than two head per breeder will be counted toward premier breeder.

9. An exhibitor must be the owner. In case a herd is registered or bred in the names of different members of a family, residing on one farm or breeding establishment, and where the herd is one unit, all entries may be considered as a single exhibitor for all group classes. However, members of one family, where cattle are not housed as one unit will not be considered a single exhibitor. When animals are owned in partnership, each unique partnership is considered a unique exhibitor. The exhibitor winning the most points (for a maximum of six animals which he/she owns and exhibits in the open single classes) shall be designated the Premier Exhibitor. In classes with ten or less animals, no more than two head per exhibitor will be counted toward premier points.

10. An exhibitor must exhibit at least one animal at a district show to be eligible to exhibit any number at the championship show.

11. Exhibitor’s Herd—Five (5) head, owned by exhibitor, three (3) to have been bred by exhibitor. Two (2) females over 2 years of age (milking), two (2) under 2 years of age and one (1) any age.

12. Premier Breeder and Exhibitor awards will be based on a total of six (6) head using the following point system. Heifers (classes 1-7) and dry cows (classes 9 and 10) - 1st, 7; 2nd, 6; 3rd, 5; 4th, 4; 5th,3; 6th,2;

7th, 1. Cows, 2 Years and Over—1st, 10; 2nd, 9; 3rd, 8; 4th, 7; 5th, 6; 6th, 5; 7th, 4; 8th, 3; 9th, 2; 10th, 1.

13. Production awards will be presented in the Open Show in classes 9, 10, 14-16, 18-20. In the 125,000# class the award will go to the highest lifetime producer. In the other classes the animal with the highest official DHI 305d 2x actual milk, or combined fat and protein record (CFP), regardless of age when made, shall be the winner. Official lifetime or lactation sheets must be presented for verification.

14. First and second best udders will be designated at the Illinois Championship show in each milking class.

15. First place Bred and Owned animal will be recognized in classes1-7 and 9, 10, 12-16 & 18-20.

16. A Junior Champion and Reserve Junior Champion will be chosen from classes 1-7. Following selection of Junior Champion, all first place non-milking age bred and owned animals (classes 1-7) will be shown for Junior Champion Bred and Owned. An Intermediate Champion and Reserve Intermediate Champion will be chosen from classes 12, 13, 14, 15 following class 15. A Senior Champion and Reserve Senior Champion will be chosen from classes 9, 10, 16, 18, 19 & 20 after class 20. Prior to selection of Grand Champion, all first place milking-aged bred and owned animals (classes 9, 10, 12-16 & 18-20) will be shown for Champion Bred and Owned.

17. Milk sales may be used to pay for the use of the fairgrounds. Please do not dump good milk. Please don’t put milk from treated cows in the tank.

18. It is recommended that a partnership animal be shown at only one state show, that being where it is primarily housed.

19. The interpretation of the rules or any other decision regarding the show will be the responsibility of the local committee. The same policy applies to the championship show except the state show committee is responsible.

2012 SHOW BASE DATES AND CLASSES1. Spring Heifer Calf March 1, 2012 and after2. Winter Heifer Calf Dec. 1, 2011 to Feb. 29, 20123. Fall Heifer Calf Sept. 1, 2011 to Nov. 30, 20114. Summer Yearling June 1, 2011 to Aug. 31, 20115. Spring Yearling March 1, 2011 to May 31, 20116. Winter Yearling Dec. 1, 2010 to Feb. 28, 20117. Fall Yearling Sept. 1, 2010 to Nov. 30, 20108. Junior Best Three (Bred by and at least one owned by the exhibitor)9. Dry 3 & 4 Year Old Sept. 1, 2007 to Aug. 31, 200910. Dry Aged Cow Before Sept. 1, 200711. 2 Year Old Futurity #4412. Junior 2 Year Old March 1, 2010 to Aug. 31, 201013. Senior 2 Year Old Sept. 1, 2009 to Feb. 28, 201014. Junior 3 Year Old March 1, 2009 to Aug. 31, 200915. Senior 3 Year Old Sept. 1, 2008 to Feb. 28, 200916. 4 Year Old Sept. 1, 2007 to Aug. 31, 200817. 5 Year Old Futurity #2018. 5 Year Old Sept. 1, 2006 to Aug. 31, 200719. Aged Cow Before Sept. 1, 200420. 125,000# Cow (Must bring DHI or DHIR to verify)21. Dam and Daughter22. Best Three Females (Bred by and at least one owned by the exhibitor)23. Produce of Dam24. Exhibitor’s Herd

RIBBONS AND TROPHIES State Open Show: Ribbons to first ten (10) places; medallion to first and second place animals; rosette to first bred and owned animal; ribbon to first and second place best udder in milking classes; award to Grand Champion female and Reserve; award to Senior Champion and Reserve; award to Intermediate Champion and Reserve; award to Junior Champion and

Reserve; trophy to Senior Champion Bred and Owned and award to Junior Champion Bred and Owned; award to Champion Udder. State Junior Show: Ribbons to first ten (10) places in heifer classes; ribbons to first eight (8) places in milking classes; trophies to Champions; medallions to first-place Bred and Owned animal in each class; trophies to Champion and Reserve Bred and Owned. Plaques to Junior All-Illinois winners and Reserve Junior All-Illinois winners. Ribbons and Trophies: Provided by the Illinois Holstein Association. Trophy donations are accepted from any business or breeder. Notify state secretary or show chairman if desiring to be a contributor.

HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION USA SHOW RING POLICY Showing cattle is an important part of the promoting, merchandising and breeding Registered HolsteinSM cattle for breeders and Holstein Association USA, Inc. to stimulate and sustain interest in breeding Registered HolsteinSM cattle. At all times, Registered HolsteinsSM shall be treated in a humane manner and in accordance with dairy quality assurance practices so as to protect the health, safety and welfare of the livestock and the consuming public. No person shall present for exhibition or exhibit an animal which he or she knows, or has reason to suspect, is affected with or has been exposed to a dangerously contagious or infectious disease, illness or illegal or non-approved use of drugs, medication and/or prohibited substance, or residue. The position of Holstein Association USA, Inc. is that all animals presented for exhibition shall be in their natural conformation and structure, free of any alteration or modification by injection or internal or external administration of any substance or by any involvement in unethical fitting. It is recognized that certain practices in the cataloging, handling or presentation of cattle in the show ring are unacceptable. The following practices or procedures are considered unacceptable and defined as being fraudulent and/or unethical in the showing of Registered HolsteinSM cattle: Misrepresenting the age and/or milking status of the animal for the class in which it is shown. Treating the animal, particularly the udder, internally or externally: with an irritant or counter-irritant, using a device to artificially create or enhance the udder crease, using other substances as detected by testing that cause changes in the udder to artificially improve the confirmation. Surgery or unethical insertion of any matter under the skin, or into body cavities, performed to change the natural contour or appearance of the animal’s body, though not to preclude practices required or involved in normal management. Criticizing or interfering with the judge, show management or other exhibitors while in the show ring, or other conduct detrimental to the breed or the show. The following practices and procedures are considered to detract from the image of the show ring when carried to excess and will be taken into consideration by the show judge in placing animals within a class: The maximum allowable length of naturally growing hair anywhere on the topline is not to exceed 1½ inches. Exhibitors will be required to comply with this rule before the animal is allowed to enter the ring. Addition of foreign objects, including but not limited to hair or hair substitutes (except for false switches), cloth or fiber, to change the natural contour or appearance of the animal’s body is prohibited. Unsportsmanlike conduct by exhibitors. Improper fitting practices such as overfilling and over-bagging. Externally sealing the teat end with a preparation that does not harm the animal’s skin is permissible. Natural teat placement will be given preference over artificially positioned teats. The following practices should be encouraged to enhance the image of the show: Establish uniform dress

ILLINOIS CHAMPIONSHIP SHOw

Summer 2012

RULES AND REGULATIONS1. All exhibitors must be members of the Illinois

Holstein Association.2. Entries for the state championship show are to be

prepared and submitted online or handed to the show chairman or his representative upon check-in at the show. Entry forms will be available at www.illinoishoslteins.com and from your local show chairman. Entry fees are $20 per head and are to be paid upon check-in.

3. State health rules must be observed and health and identification papers must accompany all animals (including ET spring heifer calves) to the show.

4. All animals exhibited must be identified by official certificate verifying at least 87% Registered Holstein Ancestry (RHA) on Holstein Association USA, Inc. certificates. Ownership shall be established by the name listed on the identification certificate, or the presentation of the certificate along with a signed and completed transfer and fee to be retained by the state show chairman and forwarded to Brattleboro, VT. No calls will be made to Brattleboro to confirm ownership.

5. Cattle may arrive no earlier than 8 a.m. Tuesday, July 17 and must be off the grounds by 6 p.m. Friday, July 20. Animals being exhibited must be checked in by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, July18 to be included in the show catalog.

6. Identification papers MUST be in hand at the district and state shows unless the animal is a recent purchase, then Rule 4 shall apply.

7. Every district show must use the same classes as described but may add additional classes.

8. The owner of the dam at the time of service shall be considered the breeder of the animal. Where a herd is registered in the names of different members of a family, and where the herd is one unit, all entries may be considered as exhibits of one breeder. Otherwise, when animals are bred in partnership, each unique partnership is considered a unique breeder. The breeder winning the most points (for a maximum of six animals exhibited in the open single classes by him/herself and/or other exhibitors) shall be designated the Premier Breeder. In classes with ten or less animals, no more than two head per breeder will be counted toward premier breeder.

9. An exhibitor must be the owner. In case a herd is registered or bred in the names of different members of a family, residing on one farm or breeding establishment, and where the herd is one unit, all entries may be considered as a single exhibitor for all group classes. However, members of one family, where cattle are not housed as one unit will not be considered a single exhibitor. When animals are owned in partnership, each unique partnership is considered a unique exhibitor. The exhibitor winning the most points (for a maximum of six animals which he/she owns and exhibits in the open single classes) shall be designated the Premier Exhibitor. In classes with ten or less animals, no more than two head per exhibitor will be counted toward premier points.

10. An exhibitor must exhibit at least one animal at a district show to be eligible to exhibit any number at the championship show.

11. Exhibitor’s Herd—Five (5) head, owned by exhibitor, three (3) to have been bred by exhibitor. Two (2) females over 2 years of age (milking), two (2) under 2 years of age and one (1) any age.

12. Premier Breeder and Exhibitor awards will be based on a total of six (6) head using the following point system. Heifers (classes 1-7) and dry cows (classes 9 and 10) - 1st, 7; 2nd, 6; 3rd, 5; 4th, 4; 5th,3; 6th,2; 7th, 1. Cows, 2 Years and Over—1st, 10; 2nd, 9; 3rd, 8; 4th, 7; 5th, 6; 6th, 5; 7th, 4; 8th, 3; 9th, 2; 10th, 1.

13. Production awards will be presented in the Open Show in classes 9, 10, 14-16, 18-20. In the 125,000# class the award will go to the highest lifetime

producer. In the other classes the animal with the highest official DHI 305d 2x actual milk, or combined fat and protein record (CFP), regardless of age when made, shall be the winner. Official lifetime or lactation sheets must be presented for verification.

14. First and second best udders will be designated at the Illinois Championship show in each milking class.

15. First place Bred and Owned animal will be recognized in classes1-7 and 9, 10, 12-16 & 18-20.

16. A Junior Champion and Reserve Junior Champion will be chosen from classes 1-7. Following selection of Junior Champion, all first place non-milking age bred and owned animals (classes 1-7) will be shown for Junior Champion Bred and Owned. An Intermediate Champion and Reserve Intermediate Champion will be chosen from classes 12, 13, 14, 15 following class 15. A Senior Champion and Reserve Senior Champion will be chosen from classes 9, 10, 16, 18, 19 & 20 after class 20. Prior to selection of Grand Champion, all first place milking-aged bred and owned animals (classes 9, 10, 12-16 & 18-20) will be shown for Champion Bred and Owned.

17. Milk sales may be used to pay for the use of the fairgrounds. Please do not dump good milk. Please don’t put milk from treated cows in the tank.

18. It is recommended that a partnership animal be shown at only one state show, that being where it is primarily housed.

19. The interpretation of the rules or any other decision regarding the show will be the responsibility of the local committee. The same policy applies to the championship show except the state show committee is responsible.

2012 SHOW BASE DATES AND CLASSES1. Spring Heifer Calf March 1, 2012 and after2. Winter Heifer Calf Dec. 1, 2011 to Feb. 29, 20123. Fall Heifer Calf Sept. 1, 2011 to Nov. 30, 20114. Summer Yearling June 1, 2011 to Aug. 31, 20115. Spring Yearling March 1, 2011 to May 31, 20116. Winter Yearling Dec. 1, 2010 to Feb. 28, 20117. Fall Yearling Sept. 1, 2010 to Nov. 30, 20108. Junior Best Three (Bred by and at least one owned by the exhibitor)9. Dry 3 & 4 Year Old Sept. 1, 2007 to Aug. 31, 200910. Dry Aged Cow Before Sept. 1, 200711. 2 Year Old Futurity #4412. Junior 2 Year Old March 1, 2010 to Aug. 31, 201013. Senior 2 Year Old Sept. 1, 2009 to Feb. 28, 201014. Junior 3 Year Old March 1, 2009 to Aug. 31, 200915. Senior 3 Year Old Sept. 1, 2008 to Feb. 28, 200916. 4 Year Old Sept. 1, 2007 to Aug. 31, 200817. 5 Year Old Futurity #2018. 5 Year Old Sept. 1, 2006 to Aug. 31, 200719. Aged Cow Before Sept. 1, 200420. 125,000# Cow (Must bring DHI or DHIR to verify)21. Dam and Daughter22. Best Three Females (Bred by and at least one owned by the exhibitor)23. Produce of Dam24. Exhibitor’s Herd

RIBBONS AND TROPHIES State Open Show: Ribbons to first ten (10) places; medallion to first and second place animals; rosette to first bred and owned animal; ribbon to first and second place best udder in milking classes; award to Grand Champion female and Reserve; award to Senior Champion and Reserve; award to Intermediate Champion and Reserve; award to Junior Champion and Reserve; trophy to Senior Champion Bred and Owned and award to Junior Champion Bred and Owned; award to Champion Udder. State Junior Show: Ribbons to first ten (10) places in heifer classes; ribbons to first eight (8) places in milking classes; trophies to Champions; medallions to first-place Bred and Owned animal in each class; trophies to Champion and Reserve Bred and Owned. Plaques to Junior All-Illinois winners and Reserve Junior All-Illinois

winners. Ribbons and Trophies: Provided by the Illinois Holstein Association. Trophy donations are accepted from any business or breeder. Notify state secretary or show chairman if desiring to be a contributor.

HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION USA SHOW RING POLICY Showing cattle is an important part of the promoting, merchandising and breeding Registered HolsteinSM cattle for breeders and Holstein Association USA, Inc. to stimulate and sustain interest in breeding Registered HolsteinSM cattle. At all times, Registered HolsteinsSM shall be treated in a humane manner and in accordance with dairy quality assurance practices so as to protect the health, safety and welfare of the livestock and the consuming public. No person shall present for exhibition or exhibit an animal which he or she knows, or has reason to suspect, is affected with or has been exposed to a dangerously contagious or infectious disease, illness or illegal or non-approved use of drugs, medication and/or prohibited substance, or residue. The position of Holstein Association USA, Inc. is that all animals presented for exhibition shall be in their natural conformation and structure, free of any alteration or modification by injection or internal or external administration of any substance or by any involvement in unethical fitting. It is recognized that certain practices in the cataloging, handling or presentation of cattle in the show ring are unacceptable. The following practices or procedures are considered unacceptable and defined as being fraudulent and/or unethical in the showing of Registered HolsteinSM cattle: Misrepresenting the age and/or milking status of the animal for the class in which it is shown. Treating the animal, particularly the udder, internally or externally: with an irritant or counter-irritant, using a device to artificially create or enhance the udder crease, using other substances as detected by testing that cause changes in the udder to artificially improve the confirmation. Surgery or unethical insertion of any matter under the skin, or into body cavities, performed to change the natural contour or appearance of the animal’s body, though not to preclude practices required or involved in normal management. Criticizing or interfering with the judge, show management or other exhibitors while in the show ring, or other conduct detrimental to the breed or the show. The following practices and procedures are considered to detract from the image of the show ring when carried to excess and will be taken into consideration by the show judge in placing animals within a class: The maximum allowable length of naturally growing hair anywhere on the topline is not to exceed 1½ inches. Exhibitors will be required to comply with this rule before the animal is allowed to enter the ring. Addition of foreign objects, including but not limited to hair or hair substitutes (except for false switches), cloth or fiber, to change the natural contour or appearance of the animal’s body is prohibited. Unsportsmanlike conduct by exhibitors. Improper fitting practices such as overfilling and over-bagging. Externally sealing the teat end with a preparation that does not harm the animal’s skin is permissible. Natural teat placement will be given preference over artificially positioned teats. The following practices should be encouraged to enhance the image of the show: Establish uniform dress code for exhibitors in the show ring. Recognize good herdsmanship and exhibits in the barn. In keeping with the basic philosophy of the Association, ethics are an individual responsibility of the owner of each animal shown. Violations of these policies are subject to the disciplinary provisions of the Association’s Bylaws.

ENFORCEMENT OF THE HOLSTEIN SHOW RING POLICY

Though the position on setting teats has been modified, it is the position of the Board of Directors that the practice should not be condoned and will be treated with slight to serious discrimination by the judge and show management. It is the responsibility


of Holstein show judges at all levels of shows to take appropriate action if any teats are set or in any way manipulated to an unnatural position. While all milking animals must be subject to examination, the judge is instructed to closely examine the top five animals, not only for set teats, but for any other form of tampering requiring discrimination or disqualification.

GENERAL RULES The Holstein Show Committee and the Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors reserve the final and absolute right to interpret the rules and regulations of the Shows and will settle and determine all matters, questions, or differences in regard thereto or otherwise arising out of, or in connection with the Shows. In the event a question arises concerning the animal’s age, the Show Committee Chairperson may request that an individual registration certificate be checked at ringside.

ILLINOIS HOLSTEIN ASSOCIATION SHOW RING POLICY

The following practices or procedures are unacceptable in the showing of registered dairy cattle:i. Criticizing or interfering with the judge, show

management, other exhibitors, or other conduct detrimental to the breed or show;

ii. Misrepresenting the age or ownership of an animal or the number of calvings and/or stage of lactation;

iii. Filling an animal’s rumen unnaturally with liquid (tubing);

iv. Balancing the udder by any means other than leaving naturally produced milk in any or all quarters;

v. Treating the udder internally with an irritant, counterirritant, or any other substance to temporarily improve conformation;

vi. Overfilling or over bagging of udders;vii. Treating the udder externally with an irritant,

counterirritant, or any other substance to temporarily improve conformation (allowable practices/substances include sealing and setting teats, but not shrinking or shortening teats);

viii. Roping udders and the use of objects to physically improve definition of the suspensory center ligament;

ix. Administering epidural anesthesia (blocking tails) and/or applying any irritant either externally or internally to the perineal (rectum and vagina) area;

x. Inserting foreign material/articles under the skin, into the topline or on the feet (administration of acceptable medications is permitted);

xi. Performing surgery of any kind to change the natural contour of appearance of the animal’s body, hide, or hair. Not included is the removal of warts, teats, horns, clipping and dressing of hair and trimming of hooves;

xii. Draining of fluid from hocks unless authorized by a veterinarian at the show.

xiii. Excessive manipulation of hair and/or the use of any hair not naturally attached to the animal or the use of any substance or material which is intended to resemble or intimate hair;

xiv. Mistreatment of animals;xv. Any un-sportsmanship like conduct during the

event.MONITORING PROCEDURES

The Ethics Committee, as defined below, shall have the authority to inspect all animals to determine if violations of Illinois Holstein Association Show Ring Policy have occurred. To help in this regard, the Ethics Committee has the authority to perform and review results of the following:i. An ultrasound examination of the udder of

selected animals immediately upon completion of respective milking class competition. It shall be the exhibitor’s responsibility to deliver the selected cow to the designated testing area. Within a reasonable time following said testing, the ultrasound official shall submit his/her report to the Illinois Holstein Association.

ii. A milk out of any individual cow and/oriii. The collection and testing of any of the animal’s

body fluids and/oriv. The use of any other technology that may be

useful in determining if a violation in any animal based on placement, random selection, or suspect characteristics.

The Ethics Committee or Show Chairman may, at any time, require the delivery to them of any hair samples or hypodermic syringe, needle or other device, swabs, cloths, or other material, or samples or any medicine, preparation, or substance, whether in liquid or other form, in the possession or control of exhibitor, fitters, agents, or person acting on behalf of exhibitor for analysis.

ENFORCEMENT PROCEDURESi. The Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors

shall appoint an Ethics Committee to monitor violations at all state sponsored shows. The Ethics Committee shall consist of an anonymous team of at least three members.

ii. Complaints of alleged violations must be presented in written and signed form to the Show Chairman of respective show no later than the final day of the respective show, except ultrasound results as noted as above.

iii. If it is suspected that a violation will occur if an animal is shown the Show Chairman will inform the exhibitor that the showing of that animal may result in a violation of the Illinois Holstein Association Show Ring Policy. If the exhibitor

decides not to show that animal, no violation will have occurred.

iv. All complaints of alleged violations (as is designated in Enforcement Procedures point #2) received by the Show Chairman must be presented in written and signed form to the IHA for review of the Ethics Committee within five (5) days of receiving that notice of alleged violations, with the Ethics Committee to make a decision on the violations within ten (10) days.

v. The Illinois Holstein Association President will notify the accused exhibitor immediately of the Ethics Committee decision that a violation has occurred and all the supportive evidence will be shared with the exhibitor. Within thirty (30) days the Illinois Holstein Association Show Committee shall review the findings from the Ethics Committee and make a recommendation to the Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors of the disciplinary action. The exhibitor will be able to participate in the Show Committee meeting. The Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors shall meet on the same day to review that findings of the Ethics Committee, recommendations from the Show Committee and hear any presentations the exhibitor wishes to present.

vi. The accused exhibitor must notify the Illinois Holstein Association within seven (7) days of receiving the violation notice of their intent to participate in the Show Committee meeting and/or the Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors meeting, which is set for reviewing the evidence of the alleged violation(s) and the disciplinary action to be taken.

vii. If the alleged violator is found in violation of the Illinois Holstein Association Show Ring Policy, the Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors, at its discretion may pass onto the violator(s) its costs associated with violations, enforcement and review of violation(s). Cost associated with the review and/or appeals process must be paid in full; if this assessment is not paid in full the violator(s) will not be in “good standing” with the Illinois Holstein Association and therefore be denied any and all membership benefits of the association (voting, showing, etc.).

viii. Illinois Holstein Association Board of Directors and/or the Show Committee may consider previous violations by an exhibitor in their decision of disciplinary action.

ix. During this entire process the Directors of the Illinois Holstein Association Board, the Ethics Committee, the Show Committee, and members will not be obligated to maintain confidentiality.

Summer 2012

ILLINOIS CHAMPIONSHIP HOLSTEIN SHOwJuly 18 through July 20, 2012

Logan County Fairgrounds, Lincoln, Illinois

Cattle may arrive on Tuesday, July 17, 2012 and must exit the fairgrounds

immediately following the conclusion of the show on Friday, July 20

Junior Show Judge: Molly Sloan, Columbus, WisconsinShowmanship Judges: Ethan Heinzmann & Molly Sloan

Open Show & Futurity Judge: Chris Hill, Thurmont, Maryland

Hotel AccommodationsSuper 8 Lincoln (217) 732-8886

* A block of rooms has been reserved under the Illinois Holstein Association until June 17 for $56/room *

Cattle Entry form is available on the Illinois Holstein website. Please make sure to fill information out completely and accurately.

All milk records supplied must be official 305-day records.

Entries can be emailed to Julie for early submission. Entry forms are still required at time of check-in, however, early entry

information will be available to expedite check-in.

Any questions on entries, please call Julie Drendel @ 815.766.0045

Show Sponsorships are now being accepted. If you are interested in donating to the show, please contact Brian Wesemann or Nate Janssen.

Any questions for State Show, please call Brian Wesemann @ 414.803.7142 or Nate Janssen @ 847.224.7859

The Golden Anniversary Sale of Mil-R-Mor Holsteins was held April 28, 2012, at the farm in Orangeville, Ill. 79 head of elite Registered Holsteins were sold with an average of $3925. March 2, 2012, marked the anniversary of the first animal registered with the Mil-R-Mor prefix. Today, the influence of animals developed from the Mil-R-Mor herd can be seen globally. Topping the sale at $12,200 was Gloryland-JW Lauren Rae-ET, purchased by Andreas Hanni of Switzerland. Lauren Rae, a January 2012 Durham, is backed by 8 generations of Excellents back to Roxy herself. She was consigned by David Tait, Grottoes, Va. The high selling Mil-R-Mor consignment was Mil-R-Mor Atwood Fancy-Too for $9,000. Rolling Lawns Farms of Greenville, Ill., purchased the potential 11th generation Excellent heifer. Her dam is an Excellent Charles then Free-State Encore Fancy Gay 2E-94.


Gloryland-JW Lauren Rae-ET ............................... $12,200 Andreas Hanni, Switzerland (David A. Tait, Grottoes, Va.)Speek-NJ Domain Delonna Rae ............................. 11,000 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. (Neil McDonah, Trempealeau, Wis.)Mil-R-Mor Atwood Fancy-Too ...................................9,000 Rolling Lawns Farms, Greenville, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Golden-Oaks Durable 5732-Red...............................8,000 Mark Yeazel, Eaton, Ohio (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda)MIl-R-Mor Fncy Footloose-ET ...................................7,700 Ken Bauman, Union, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Destry x Budjon Redmarker Desire ..........................7,600 Sawyer Rashidi, Upland, Ca. (Budjon & Peter Vail, Lomira, Wis.)Ms Green Genes Marie-Red-ET .................................6,900 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. ((Robert Miller & Peter Kingston, Orangeville, Ill.)Golden-Oaks Atwd Chaeli-ET....................................6,700 Jaxon Rashidi, Upland, Ca. (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)St-Jacobs Destry Abrielle-ET ....................................6,700 Dennis Knapp, Lancaster, Wis. (St. Jacobs, Elmira, ON)Mil-R-Mor Debnair Bella-Red ....................................6,600 Briley Lenkaitis, St. Charles, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Gloryland Destiny Rae-ET .........................................5,900 Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill. (David A. Tait, Grottoes, Va.)Mil-R-Mor Shottle Rhona-ET .....................................5,800 Hilltop Dairy, Markeson, Wis. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Mil-R-Mor Sanchez Dulce ..........................................5,600 Kaylen Miller, Orangeville, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Mil-R-Mor Mac Robetta-ET ........................................5,500 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Mil-R-Mor Shottle Adora-ET ......................................5,200 Renee Bauman, Union, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Ridgedale Rox Raquel-Red-ET ..................................4,600 Michah Beiler, Elmer, N.J. (W. Cyrus Conard, Sharon Springs, N.Y.)Matrix II Adidas ..........................................................4,600 Rachel Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Matrix Show Cattle & Bedrock Holsteins, Orangeville, Ill.)Mil-R-Mor Hvezda Verita-Red ..................................... 4,500 Lisa Kerr & Scott Knoll, N. Fairfield, Ohio (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)

Mil-R-Mor Golden Anniversary

Top Selling Mil-R-Mor Consignment:Mil-R-Mor Atwood Fancy-Too sold for $9,000 to Rolling Lawns Farm, Greenville, Ill., represented by Connie Turley, far right. From left to right: Tom Morris, auctioneer, Scott Courtney, sale manager, Val Grecco at halter and Bob Miller, consigner.

Top Selling Consignment:Gloryland-JW Lauren Rae-ET topped the Golden Anniversary Sale at Mil-R-Mor at $12,200. From left to right: Paul Trapp representing buyer, Andreas Hanni of Switzerland, Scott Courtney, sale manager, Tom Morris, auctioneer, Bob Miller and Bri Sheehan at halter.


The Illinois 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest will be held on Saturday August 18, 2012, in the Livestock Center at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield, Illinois. (Please Note: this is the State 4-H Contest and any 4-H member is welcome to participate. There will be no dairy judging contest held in June at University of Illinois dairy farm). Participation: All contestants must be current 4-H members and a record of their enrollment must be on file in the respective Extension office. There is no limit on the number of participants per county. Contestants are not required to be enrolled in a dairy project.

Contest Information:1. Contestant registration is to be made on

the day of the contest at the State Fair. 2. Registration will be from 9:00 a.m. to

9:50 a.m. in the Livestock Center (open show ring) on the IL State Fairgrounds.

3. The contest will begin at 10:00 a.m. on August 18, 2012.

4. There will be six (6) classes of cows and heifers selected from various dairy breeds at the Illinois State Fair.

5. All 4-H contestants will be scored as a Jr. Division (13 years of age and younger as of January 1, 2012) or Sr. Division (14 years and older as of January 1, 2012) participant.

6. All participants will be invited to present oral reasons following the contest but it is not mandatory.

7. Contestants in the Jr. Division will be encouraged and offered the opportunity to give one set of written or oral reasons on a cow class. The Jr. contestants can read or recite from memory their reasons.

8. HOWEVER, contestants in the Sr. Division who will be considered for selection to the State 4-H Team will be

required to give two sets of oral reasons on cow classes.

State Fair Passes: Contact your local Extension office to purchase advance State Fair passes and parking permits for entry into the fairgrounds on August 18th. This must be done in early July.

Illinois Team Selected for the National Contest

The state 4-H dairy cattle judging team will be selected from participants in this contest. To be eligible for selection, members must have been 14 years of age and not older than 18 years of age as of January 1, 2012. The selected 2012 Illinois 4-H Dairy Judging Team will participate at the National Contest in Madison, Wisconsin on October 1, 2012.

Contact: Dave Fischer, IL 4-H Coach/Coordinator at [email protected] or 618-224-7951.

(Please note: You do not need to be an exhibitor at IL State Fair to participate. This is a great opportunity to win a $1,000.00 scholarship and have fun doing it at the Illinois State Fair). The contest will be held on Saturday, August 18, 2012.

Eligibility: Any Illinois 4-H or FFA member who is a current dairy project member in their local 4-H club/FFA chapter and 14 years or older, as of September 1, 2011, is eligible to participate in the 2012 Illinois State Fair Superior Young Dairy Producer Award (SYDPA) program. Remember, you do not need to be a State Fair Jr. dairy exhibitor to participate.

Awards: The top five youth with the highest point scores in the total contest will receive a $1,000.00 scholarship and plaque. A plaque will also be presented to each of the “top

2012 State 4-H Dairy Judging Contest

Superior young Dairy Producer Awardthree” phase winners in the individual phase competitions. All participants will be recognized and the overall winners will be announced on Saturday afternoon, August 18th , following the contest.

Contest Format: The contest will be held at the Illinois State Fair in the Livestock Center (open show ring) on Saturday, August 18th with registration check-in from 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The contest will consist of 3 phases:

8:40 a.m. - Phase 1 - Management Test: A 50 question written test relating to any aspects of dairy management and related facts. Study resources include 4-H dairy project manuals and Livestock E-Quiz (both levels) located on the web site at http://web.extension.uiuc.edu/equiz/.

9:10 a.m. - Phase 2 - Skillathon: This will

involve a series of three learning stations with specific tasks and questions for participants to answer, such as “identifying dairy feeds”, “identifying dairy equipment”, “herd health”, or “dairy management”.

10:00 a.m. - Phase 3 - Dairy Judging: Six classes, of four animals each, will be placed by the participants based on type conformation. Oral reasons are not part of this contest.

This program is coordinated and conducted by Dave Fischer, U of I Extension Dairy Educator-Retired. Registration forms are available at your county Extension Office or your FFA Adviser or Dave Fischer via e-mail at [email protected]. Registrations are due to Dave Fischer, 901 Oak Hill St., Trenton, IL 62293 prior to the IL State Fair SYDPA contest.

Summer 2012

Illinois Production Leaders for Milk, April 2012ANIMAL NAME AGE MILK F% FAT P% PRT END OWNER, CITY

305-Day 2x Junior Two Year OldMS NEU-WAY MORTY C ALLIE-ET 2-02 44,270 2.5 1122 3.1 1362 2/06 Dennis Neuhaus, HoyletonNEU-WAY ZACK ALLIE-ET 2-03 38,260 3.4 1302 3.2 1220 7/00 Dennis Neuhaus, HoyletonSANDY-VALLEY HERSH BENJI-ET 2-05 37,680 4.3 1608 3.1 1159 8/04 O-Bee Holsteins, Dakota

305-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldLACLAR SOCRATES FLIPPER 2-03 36,300 3.5 1268 2.9 1054 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaILLINI DELANO CATHY 2-03 35,800 2.9 1038 2.8 1015 9/08 University of Illinois, UrbanaPROBSTLAND SOCRATE E2480-TW 2-00 35,730 3.8 1349 2.6 945 9/11 Probstland Dairy, Wheeler

365-Day 2x Junior Two Year Old MS NEU-WAY MORTY C ALLIE-ET 2-02 49,930 2.6 1277 3.1 1551 4/06 Dennis Neuhaus, HoyletonNEU-WAY ZACK ALLIE-ET 2-03 45,100 3.5 1571 3.2 1448 9/00 Dennis Neuhaus, HoyletonSANDY-VALLEY HERSH BENJI-ET 2-05 43,570 4.2 1830 3.1 1365 10/04 O-Bee Holsteins, Dakota

365-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldLACLAR SHOTTLE ANGI-ET 1-10 41,130 3.7 1507 3.2 1336 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaPROBSTLAND SOCRATE E2480-TW 2-00 40,620 3.8 1524 2.7 1096 11/11 Probstland Dairy, WheelerKLASSIC FORBIDDEN LIZZY-ET 2-04 40,300 3.3 1336 3.0 1227 3/06 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldNEU-WAY CONVINCER AMBER-ET 2-11 40,570 3.7 1486 3.2 1316 12/03 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton MIL-R-MOR INTEG ROLUA 2-08 35,770 3.8 1372 3.1 1124 4/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleCARTERS-CORNER BOMBAY PENNY 2-09 35,470 3.0 1073 2.9 1041 4/05 Carters Corner, Greenville

305-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldSCHEIDAIRY WARRIOR ALYSE 2-06 40,900 2.9 1180 2.6 1044 8/06 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY 5247 2-10 37,120 2.8 1038 2.7 1020 7/09 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY COOPER SEIRRA 2-11 36,850 2.9 1070 2.8 1031 10/05 Douglas N. Scheider, Freeport

365-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldNEU-WAY CONVINCER AMBER-ET 2-11 45,750 3.7 1708 3.3 1508 2/04 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton CARTERS-CORNER BOMBAY PENNY 2-09 43,220 3.1 1325 3.0 1282 6/05 Carters Corner, GreenvilleMIL-R-MOR INTEG ROLUA 2-08 40,870 3.9 1587 3.2 1305 6/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

365-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldSCHEIDAIRY WARRIOR ALYSE 2-06 43,550 2.9 1274 2.6 1122 9/06 Douglas N. Scheider, Freeport LACLAR PRONTO LAPETRA-ET 2-11 41,100 3.8 1558 3.3 1342 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR LOU KRISHAM 2-11 41,050 3.6 1479 3.0 1226 8/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Junior Three Year Old BDG-GENETICS AMEL MYRA 3-02 42,730 3.9 1646 3.1 1337 3/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleVIJON NEWS LILY 3-03 42,030 3.4 1421 2.8 1166 12/99 Nathan L. Babler, Rock CityH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 41,000 4.6 1868 3.4 1376 8/97 Carters Corner, Greenville

305-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS LAVINIA-ET 3-03 40,430 3.8 1554 2.6 1059 11/03 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda SCHEIDAIRY BUBBA ABIGAIL 3-02 39,490 3.0 1199 2.8 1093 12/03 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY FORBIDDEN 5072 3-04 38,830 2.5 969 2.4 937 06/09 Douglas N. Scheider, Freepor

365-Day 2x Junior Three Year Old BDG-GENETICS AMEL MYRA 3-02 50,250 3.8 1906 3.1 1577 5/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleVIJON NEWS LILY 3-03 47,890 3.5 1684 2.9 1368 2/00 Nathan L. Babler, Rock CityH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 47,500 4.5 2119 3.4 1599 10/97 Carters Corner, Greenville

365-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldLACLAR MARION LAMARIA 3-04 45,620 3.7 1707 2.8 1300 5/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaSCHEIDAIRY FORBIDDEN 5072 3-04 44,790 2.6 1146 2.4 1092 8/09 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportLACLAR BOLTON SHAWNI 3-00 44,630 3.5 1582 2.8 1250 4/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 49,560 5.5 2708 2.8 1393 4/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneJ-DON BAILEE MABEL-RED-ET 3-09 47,520 3.2 1528 2.6 1232 7/99 Elm Farms, OkawvilleMIL-R-MOR MARILEE 3-09 44,720 4.6 2062 3.0 1341 7/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

305-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldSCHEIDAIRY GOLDENGATE ELISA 3-07 42,120 3.0 1268 2.8 1169 6/06 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY MATCHES 6145 3-08 41,740 2.4 1015 2.7 1126 1/11 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY CONVINCER DONA 3-07 41,030 4.8 1964 2.9 1170 7/05 Douglas N. Scheider, Freeport

365-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldJ-DON BAILEE MABEL-RED-ET 3-09 54,190 3.2 1752 2.6 1420 9/99 Elm Farms, OkawvilleMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 54,130 5.5 2957 2.8 1528 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneK-LANE MORTY BOSTON-TW 3-06 50,230 4.5 2280 2.7 1372 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

365-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldSCHEIDAIRY MATCHES 6145 3-08 49,190 2.4 1198 2.7 1332 3/11 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportSCHEIDAIRY GOLDENGATE ELISA 3-07 48,630 3.2 1534 2.8 1372 8/06 Douglas N. Scheider, FreeportGOLDEN-OAKS BUCKEYE 4357 3-09 47,990 3.4 1624 2.9 1387 1/12 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldK-LANE NORMAN LYNDSEY 4-05 45,810 4.2 1908 2.9 1324 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLUCK-E JED BIKINI-ET 4-02 42,670 4.8 2037 3.1 1311 1/06 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireK-LANE PAT APPLE 4-03 42,570 5.6 2388 2.8 1208 04/10 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

305-Day 3x Junior Four Year OldSHANKS FRMTN BEANS W-64 4-01 42,810 3.6 1530 3.0 1272 9/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie LACLAR WILDMAN ABBIGAIL 4-00 41,840 3.5 1449 2.8 1159 8/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR SHOTTLE KOTTON 4-00 41,510 3.1 1277 2.9 1202 2/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldK-LANE NORMAN LYNDSEY 4-05 49,250 4.2 2056 2.9 1433 8/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneSCHAUFINE DURHAM BELIEVE 4-05 49,230 4.0 1979 2.8 1376 2/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLUCK-E JED BIKINI-ET 4-02 49,070 4.9 2391 3.2 1573 3/06 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x Junior Four Year OldLACLAR WILDMAN ABBIGAIL 4-00 48,880 3.4 1668 2.8 1370 10/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR SHOTTLE KOTTON 4-00 48,270 3.1 1500 2.9 1412 4/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGLENKEEN CLARK LISA 4-05 47,460 3.5 1668 3.1 1453 3/07 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

The Midwest Spring National Holstein Show was held April 21, 2011, in Jefferson, Wis. Mark Rueth, Oxford, Wis.., served as official judge for the day.Jr. Champion: Stranshome Gold Alyssum-ET, Joseph, Zach, Jerome & Darian Stransky, Owatonna, Minn.Res. Jr. Champion: Duckett P Lucy-Red, Westcoast Holsteins, Chilliwack, BCInt. & Res. Grand Champion: First Glance Talent Contest, Herman & Kathleen Hoffman, Melrose, Wis. Res. Int. Champion: Benrise Goldwyn JoJo, Budjon Farms, Lomira, Wis.Senior & Grand Champion: Milksource Goldwn Africa-ET, Peter Vail & Budjon Farms, Lomira, Wis.Res. Senior Champion: Pyramid Goldwyn Shimmer-ET, Jordan & Whitney Ebert, Algoma, Wis.

Winter Heifer Calf (3 shown)1. A&M-Bushman C Sundae-ET, John Cannon &

Marty Ronnebaum, Dyersville, IowaFall Heifer Calf (29 shown)1. Siemers Dstry Sunray Gal-ET, C, J, J, J, C & L

Siemers, Newton, Wis.Summer Yearling Heifer (22 shown)1. Stranshome Gold Alyssum-ET, Joseph, Zach,

Jerome & Darian Stransky, Owatonna, Minn.Spring Yearling Heifer (16 shown)1. Duckett P Lucy-Red, Westcoast Holsteins,

Chilliwack, BC6. Golden-Oaks Atwood Raechel, Golden Oaks

Farm, Wauconda, Ill.7. Headwater Lheros Juliet, Schirm, Meyer, Lynch &

Price, Monteno, Ill.Winter Yearling Heifer (16 shown)1. Brimel Erdstead Layla-ET, Price, Meyer, Herges &

Schirm, Chebanse, Ill.5. (3rd Jr) Erbacres Hope of Peace-ETN, Connor

Erbsen, Lanark, Ill.10. (6th Jr) Erbacres Love of Peace-ETN, C Erbsen, J

Wakeley & M Opperman, Lanark, Ill.Fall Yearling Heifer (14 shown)1. Tomkins MrBurns Sizzler-Red, Brodie Bunkelman,

Edgar, Wis.8. Regancrest Gold Billi-J-ET, Golden Oaks Farm,

Wauconda, Ill.Unfreshened 2-Year-Old (2 shown)1. Ms Reyncrest Shaq Cady, Kelly Lee & Cooper

Galton, Johnson Creek, Wis.Junior 2-Year-Old (10 shown)1. Ms Blondin Jasper Belle-ET, Tim Hoese & Brad

Stockman, Backus, Minn.Senior 2-Year-Old (21 shown)1. Walk-Era Dundee Oh-May, Walk-Era Farms Inc.,

Wisconsin Dells, Wis.9. (3rd Jr) Cross-Jen MacDad Jesslynn, Jennifer

Wakeley, Rockford, Ill.Junior 3-Year-Old (4 shown)1. Ludwigs-DG Goldwyn Emmy-ET, Ludwig Farms,

Fithian, Ill.Senior 3-Year-Old (15 shown)1. First Glance Talent Contest, Herman & Kathleen

Hoffman, Melrose, Wis.5. (1st Jr) Regancrestcp S Desire-ET, Connor Erbsen,

Lanark, Ill.8. (3rd Jr) Erbacres Aspen Dream-ET, C Erbsen, J

Wakeley & M Opperman, Lanark, Ill.4-Year-Old (14 shown)1. Milksource Goldwn Africa-ET, Peter & Lyn Vail &

Budjon Farms, Lomira, Wis.(continued to page 23)

Midwest Spring National Holstein Show


305-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldMIL-R-MOR RUDOLPH SCARLET 4-10 50,470 4.0 1998 3.0 1500 4/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 50,250 5.0 2532 3.0 1531 10/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR PAULETA 4-10 46,660 3.5 1630 2.8 1324 8/02 Robert Miller, Orangeville

305-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldSTAR-BROOK JOHNSN CARLY-RED 4-11 41,740 2.8 1172 2.8 1178 8/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie GOLDEN-OAKS MARION 4082 4-06 40,360 3.4 1363 2.7 1093 7/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaSALUKI PERMISSION 7D21 112 4-11 39,810 3.1 1226 3.0 1201 10/07 Lueking Dairy Farm, Centralia

365-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 56,630 5.0 2838 3.2 1785 12/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR RUDOLPH SCARLET 4-10 54,090 4.0 2140 3.0 1616 5/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleMIL-R-MOR PAULETA 4-10 51,520 3.5 1783 2.8 1462 10/02 Robert Miller, Orangeville

365-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldSALUKI PERMISSION 7D21 112 4-11 46,840 3.1 1456 3.1 1445 11/07 Lueking Dairy Farm, CentraliaGOLDEN-OAKS QUIK SILVER 4-09 46,410 3.6 1656 2.8 1277 5/04 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaSTAR-BROOK JOHNSN CARLY-RED 4-11 44,740 2.9 1287 2.8 1274 10/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie

305-Day 2x Mature MS PRICE-VIEW DOLLY 6-03 51,750 3.9 2019 2.8 1443 11/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLOGGANLANE SKY AUGUSTINE-ET 5-01 49,100 4.4 2173 3.2 1569 8/04 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 49,020 5.0 2472 3.1 1500 4/04 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

305-Day 3x MatureLUCKY-KING LUKE JANET 5-03 43,960 3.0 1331 2.6 1161 10/05 Lueking Dairy Farm, CentraliaKROEGER BUCK GLORY 6-00 43,350 2.7 1171 2.90 1240 9/06 Westridge Dairy LLC, Red BudSCHEIDAIRY BUCKSHOT MEAGHAN 5-04 42,540 2.7 1158 2.9 1236 10/08 Douglas Scheider, Freeport

365-Day 2x MatureLOGGANLANE SKY AUGUSTINE-ET 5-01 57,030 4.3 2474 3.3 1874 10/04 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireJ-MAKER EMORY BELL 6-03 56,570 3.9 2213 2.8 1563 3/07 James Schumacher, TeutopolisLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 56,280 5.1 2872 3.1 1749 6/01 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x MatureSCHEIDAIRY BUCKSHOT MEAGHAN 5-04 49,770 2.7 1361 2.9 1455 12/08 Douglas Scheider, FreeportSTAR-BROOK DIANTHUS DODI 5-02 49,510 3.2 1562 2.9 1425 2/04 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie LUCKY-KING LUKE JANET 5-03 48,170 3.0 1453 2.7 1282 12/05 Lueking Dairy Farm, Centralia

305-Day 2x Senior AgedMIL-R-MOR SIMON VERINA 14-08 32,450 3.6 1164 2.9 957 7/01 Robert Miller, OrangevilleVITAL-I BLACKSTAR VERONICA 14-11 29,960 3.4 1019 2.9 880 4/07 Barry A. Nichols, HebronMAPLEWOOD LANE DORA MEGA 16-04 25,520 2.9 745 9/74 Jim N. Beane, Godfrey

305-Day 3x Senior AgedFRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 12,740 3.4 434 2.7 338 3/93 Marvin L. Meyer, LibertyQUALITY-RIDGE MASON IONE 14-10 11,010 3.7 410 3.0 325 12/11 Car-Mer Farm, GalenaROCK-I ALCARTRA FANCY K JAMIE 16-06 7,950 3.7 295 9/82 Rock-I Farms, Orangeville

365-Day 2x Senior AgedMIL-R-MOR SIMON VERINA 14-08 37,920 3.5 1334 2.9 1110 9/01 Robert Miller, OrangevilleVITAL-I BLACKSTAR VERONICA 14-11 34,900 3.4 1176 3.0 1037 6/07 Barry A. Nichols, HebronMAPLEWOOD LANE DORA MEGA 16-04 28,730 3.0 855 11/74 Jim N. Beane, Godfrey

365-Day 3x Senior AgedRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 14,500 3.4 497 2.7 387 5/93 Marvin L. Meyer, Liberty

Illinois Production Leaders for Fat, April 2012305-Day 2x Junior Two Year Old

R-HOMESTEAD ADVNT RENAY-RED 2-00 31,720 5.7 1820 2.9 906 3/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneK-LANE PAT APPLE 2-03 31,320 5.3 1663 2.9 920 4/08 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneK-LANE COMRAD DELLA 2-03 31,470 5.2 1621 3.0 945 5/11 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

305-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS PLUM PIE-ET 1-11 27,900 4.9 1366 3.2 900 10/03 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS SINDEE 2-00 31,500 4.2 1321 2.8 891 3/06 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR PRONTO ZIMORA 2-04 30,640 4.3 1319 3.3 997 1/12 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Junior Two Year OldCARTERS-CORNER TAG APPLE-ET 2-04 40,630 4.7 1923 3.3 1323 5/03 Carters Corner, Greenville R-HOMESTEAD ADVNT RENAY-RED 2-00 33,780 5.6 1906 2.9 976 3/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneK-LANE COMRAD DELLA 2-03 36,680 5.0 1845 3.1 1122 7/11 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

365-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldLACLAR TOYSTORY FAIRLADY 2-00 37,330 4.2 1554 3.1 1156 9/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaBOSSIDE BACCULUM CATHERINE 2-00 39,030 4.0 1550 3.0 1180 3/05 Carters Corner, GreenvilleLACLAR NORSKI FALLYN 1-11 33,160 4.7 1548 3.6 1183 6/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldK-LANE GARRISON PARIS 2-10 32,650 5.4 1751 3.0 968 1/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneROTESOWN JOLT ROSA 2-09 32,160 5.2 1661 3.3 1046 4/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleK-LANE CEVIS SASHA 2-06 26,970 5.9 1602 3.0 812 2/08 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

305-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldLACLAR RAMOS AMYRAE 2-11 32,210 4.4 1423 3.3 1051 7/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS WILDMAN 4314-TW 2-11 28,730 4.0 1376 3.2 912 11/10 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR PRONTO LAPETRA-ET 2-11 35,200 3.8 1342 3.2 1131 12/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldROTESOWN JOLT ROSA 2-09 36,420 5.2 1908 3.3 1203 6/03 Robert Miller, OrangevillePROBSTLAND ELYSIA EYVETE-ET 2-11 40,250 4.6 1863 3.3 1341 9/06 Probstland Dairy Inc., WheelerK-LANE GARRISON PARIS 2-10 33,970 5.4 1820 3.0 1013 1/10 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

365-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldLACLAR RAMOS AMYRAE 2-11 37,510 4.4 1655 3.3 1233 8/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR PRONTO LAPETRA-ET 2-11 41,100 3.8 1558 3.3 1342 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS OFF BRITA-ET 2-07 38,240 4.0 1547 3.0 1164 10/09 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Junior Three Year OldJWB-HAVEN EMILY LYRIC 3-05 35,220 5.5 1943 2.9 1019 11/03 Elm Farms, Okawville

The Northwest Holstein club held their annual spring sale on May 4, 2012. The sale averaged $2486.73 on 49 lots. Topping the sale at $11,000 was Lot 1, Ms Alexis Colt Ali-ET *RC *PO. Her dam is Ms Apples Alexis *RC VG-85 2Y and full sister to the #1 GTPI *RC Cow 4/12 Ms Apple Brandy-ET *RC +2133 GTPI. Next dam is KHW Regiment Apple-Red-ET 2E-95 DOM. Ali was consigned by Apple Partners LLC and purchased by Joseph O’Callaghn, Ireland. OCD Reality Laurel-Red sold for $4,700 to Meier Meadows, Ridott, Ill. The September 2011 Reality daughter was consigned by Milk Source LLC, Kaukauna, Wis. Her dam is OCD Contender Lonnie-Red-ET VG-86 2Y, the 1st Milking Yearling at the RAWF R&W Show in 2011. Her next 7 dams are all Very Good or Excellent including Tora Triple Threat Lulu EX-96 GMD DOM 11*.


Ms Alexis Colt Ali-ET ............................................. $11,000 Joseph O’Callaghn, Ireland (Apple Partners LLC, Durango, Ia.)OCD Reality Laurel-Red .............................................4,700 Meier Meadows, Ridott, Ill. (Milk Source LLC, Kaukauna, Wis.)Erbacres Absl Candycane-Red ..................................4,300 Rachel Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Kevin Erbsen, Lanark, Ill.)Golden-Oaks Pagewire 4765 ....................................3,750 Rollyn Aberle, Tremont, Ill. (Brian Vaassen, Cuba City, Wis.)Team Blue Moon ........................................................3,600 Cody Reevert, Rockford, Ill. (Team Holsteins, Hampshire, Ill.)Holbric-ML Baxter Dolla-ET ......................................3,500 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. (Briak & Mark Olbrich & Mark Lomen, Harvard, Ill.)Unique-View Sanchez Rose.......................................3,500 Carli Reeverts, Rockford, Ill. (Glen Lyford, Davis, Ill.)Blukel Roy Jane-ET ....................................................3,400 Steven & Julia Mitchell, Winnebago, Ill. (Blukel Holstein Farm, Granville, Ill.)Neu-Way Observer Obey ...........................................3,200 Dylan Reed, Vandalia, Ill. (Johnathan Heinsohn, Kirkland, Ill.)1st C. Brokaw x Golden-Oaks Dur Champ-ET ..........3,100 Glen Meier, Ridott, Ill. (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)Rock-N-Hill-II Tatortot ...............................................2,950 Rollyn Aberle, Tremont, Ill. (Michael & Chris McCullough, Juda, Wis.)Golden-Oaks Sanchez 5250 ......................................2,700 Rollyn Aberle, Tremont, Ill. (Olivia Rowlands & Anna Madsen, Wauconda, Ill.)

Northwest Spring Sizzler Sale

The Illinois Jr. Holstein Association would like to sincerely thank Bob and Kaye Miller and Mil-R-Mor Holsteins for their generous donation to the Illinois Jr. Holstein Association for working the foodstand at the Mil-R-Mor sale. This donation will help us as we prepare to travel to the National Convention in June.

Emily Irwin, Secretary Illinois Jr. Holstein Association


Summer 2012

ILLINOIS CHAMPIONSHIP JUNIOR SHOw

OWNERSHIP1. Each animal to be exhibited must be must be

identified by official certificate verifying at least 87% Registered Holstein Ancestry (RHA) on Holstein Association USA, Inc. certificates with ownership listed in the name(s) of the Illinois Junior Exhibitor(s) only. Partnership animals (if all junior members) will be allowed, but verification by Holstein Association as to partner members must accompany the certificate at check in.

EXHIBITOR1. A Junior exhibitor must be a member of the Illinois

Holstein Association, Inc.2. A junior exhibitor must not yet have turned 21 by

January 1, 2012.TITLE

1. All animals - must be recorded in the name of the exhibitor before June 1 of the current year. (This applies to the Illinois Junior Championship Show and national shows - for the state fair animals over 2 years of age must be recorded in the name of the exhibitor before January 1 of the current year.)

CLASSES1. Junior classes will include SINGLE female classes as

listed for the Open Show. (Classes #1 through 20 with the exception of #8, 11 and 17.)

2. District shows: A Junior Champion, Reserve Junior Champion, Intermediate Champion, Reserve Intermediate Champion, Senior Champion and Reserve Senior Champion, Grand Champion and Reserve Grand Champion of the Junior show will be selected. Ribbons will be provided for these awards. Other champions may be selected if the local club provides awards.

3. Championship Junior Show: A first place Bred and Owned award will be given in each class. Certificates must accompany the animal and exhibitor to the ring and will be checked. The recorded breeder must identical to the owner.

4. Championship Junior Show: A junior champion, reserve junior champion, intermediate champion, reserve intermediate champion, senior champion, reserve senior champion, grand champion and reserve grand champion will be selected. A champion and reserve champion bred and owned will be selected from bred and owned animals.

5. Order of showing at the Junior Championship Show will be Showmanship, junior female classes, and senior female classes starting with dry cows and ending with 125,000# cows.

6. First and second place class winners will be designated Junior All-Illinois and Reserve Junior All-Illinois, respectively.

SHOWING1. Junior exhibitors will be required to pay the $20 per

head entry fee payable at the time of arrival at the Illinois Championship Show.

2. Local Holstein clubs may either hold a separate Junior Show or show classes simultaneously with the Open Show with proper recognition given to the Junior exhibitors.

3. The same animals MUST be shown at a district/local show during the current year to show at the state show. A junior may substitute one animal not shown at the district show for one animal shown at the district show (Mississippi Valley Juniors must exhibit their animals at their district show following the state show). All Open Show rules except #10 will be adhered to for the Junior Show.

4. All Junior Championship show exhibitors will be responsible for filling out show entry blanks prior to their district show, have each animal shown initialed on the entry blank by a district show official, and return them at the Illinois Championship Junior

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K-LANE PEYTON DENISE 3-01 28,760 6.6 1896 2.8 797 1/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 41,000 4.6 1868 3.4 1376 8/97 Carters Corner, Greenville

305-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldLACLAR TOYSTORY LATOYA-ET 3-04 38,360 4.3 1641 3.1 1170 5/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR AIRRAID SHARAE 3-00 35,700 4.5 1601 3.2 1149 8/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS LAVINIA-ET 3-03 40,430 3.8 1554 2.6 1059 11/03 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Junior Three Year OldH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 47,500 4.5 2119 3.4 1599 10/97 Carters Corner, GreenvilleJWB-HAVEN EMILY LYRIC 3-05 39,400 5.3 2101 3.0 1169 1/04 Elm Farms, OkawvilleK-LANE PEYTON DENISE 3-01 32,220 6.3 2038 2.80 901 3/10 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

365-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldLACLAR TOYSTORY LATOYA-ET 3-04 44,190 4.2 1834 3.1 1359 7/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR AIRRAID SHARAE 3-00 39,140 4.6 1791 3.3 1273 9/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR BOLTON STARLIT 3-00 38,660 4.5 1755 3.3 1286 11/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 49,560 5.5 2708 2.8 1393 4/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLOGGANLANE SKY MATILDA-ET 3-06 44,680 4.9 2169 3.0 1331 11/04 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR MARILEE 3-09 44,720 4.6 2062 3.0 1341 7/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

305-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS POTTER 4299 3-10 33,210 5.3 1754 3.3 1109 9/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLUCK-E BIZAR TALENT-ET 3-10 34,320 4.6 1591 2.9 991 3/09 George Kasbergen, MansfieldWILLSONA LEE ALLENA 3-10 32,440 4.9 1586 3.3 1068 9/04 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 54,130 5.5 2957 2.8 1528 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLOGGANLANE SKY MATILDA-ET 3-06 49,900 4.8 2383 3.0 1502 1/05 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR MARILEE 3-09 49,100 4.7 2287 3.0 1477 9/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

365-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldWILLSONA LEE ALLENA 3-10 38,050 4.9 1867 3.3 1270 11/04 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS POTTE 4299 3-10 33,380 5.3 1763 3.3 1115 9/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR BUCKEYE HIPPIE 3-08 45,680 3.7 1709 3.0 1382 6/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldK-LANE PAT APPLE 4-03 42,570 5.6 2388 2.8 1208 4/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLUCK-E RUBENS KAYLIE-ET 4-05 38,660 5.7 2186 3.4 1302 1/07 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireELM-NOR-WAY LIONEL WAFFLE 4-03 41,720 5.0 2072 3.1 1291 8/02 Elm Farms, Okawville

305-Day 3x Junior Four Year OldSHANKS FRMTN BEANS W-64 4-01 42,810 3.6 1530 3.0 1272 9/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie MEL-EST ELTON ROZALYN 4-02 35,590 4.3 1525 3.1 1096 11/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie DERRWYN MARSHAL TWIZ 4-01 34,060 4.4 1507 3.2 1091 4/09 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldK-LANE PAT APPLE 4-03 46,410 5.6 2587 2.9 1326 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLUCK-E RUBENS KAYLIE-ET 4-05 43,520 5.7 2466 3.5 1515 3/07 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E JED BIKINI-ET 4-02 49,070 4.9 2391 3.2 1573 3/06 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x Junior Four Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS FABER VAIL-ET 4-00 36,590 4.7 1717 3.2 1163 2/09 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaSHANKS FRMTN BEANS W-64 4-01 46,570 3.7 1707 3.0 1407 10/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie LACLAR MANAGER HOLSTI 4-00 38,240 4.4 1686 3.3 1251 6/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 50,250 5.0 2532 3.0 1531 10/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E LEE TABITHA-ET 4-11 35,750 6.3 2245 3.4 1222 6/07 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireJWB-HAVEN EMILY LYRIC 4-10 42,500 5.2 2220 2.9 1249 4/05 Elm Farms, Okawville

305-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldROES-MOR OUTSIDE BRENDA 4-07 36,320 4.4 1584 2.9 1054 3/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS BACC MILLY-ET 4-10 37,020 4.1 1522 2.9 1087 11/10 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS QUIK SILVER 4-09 39,770 3.7 1458 2.7 1086 3/04 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 56,630 5.0 2838 3.2 1785 12/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireJWB-HAVEN EMILY LYRIC 4-10 49,130 5.2 2535 3.0 1479 6/05 Elm Farms, OkawvilleANDROSCOGGIN SS CASSIE-RED 4-08 45,350 5.3 2399 3.2 1435 5/10 Holbric Holsteins, Harvard

365-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS BACC MILLY-ET 4-10 42,970 4.1 1777 3.0 1283 1/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaROES-MOR OUTSIDE BRENDA 4-07 39,760 4.4 1739 3.0 1175 5/11 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLUNCREST MACHREE-1093-ET 4-07 36,850 4.7 1733 3.0 1113 11/11 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x MatureMS PRICE MEYER STAR 5-01 44,020 5.6 2479 2.8 1220 8/11 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 49,020 5.0 2472 3.1 1500 4/01 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLOCH-AN BRAE STORM LIBRA 5-02 42,330 5.6 2387 3.2 1356 5/04 William H. Olbrich, Harvard

305-Day 3x MatureLACLAR ONYX NICKI 5-05 36,440 4.7 1703 3.3 1194 12/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS CHP VELENCE-ET 5-03 36,750 4.5 1666 3.0 1096 12/09 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLUCKY-KING THOR PRETZEL 5-05 30,590 5.4 1645 3.2 976 7/95 Lueking Dairy Farm, Centralia

365-Day 2x MatureLOCH-AN BRAE STORM LIBRA 5-02 50,440 5.7 2890 3.2 1636 7/04 William H. Olbrich, HarvardLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 56,280 5.1 2872 3.1 1749 6/01 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMS PRICE MEYEY STAR 5-01 46,700 5.6 2592 2.8 1291 10/11 Rodger A. Koehn, Peotone

365-Day 3x MatureLACLAR ONYX NICKI 5-05 41,450 4.7 1935 3.3 1378 1/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS CHP VELENCE-ET 5-03 40,630 4.6 1866 3.0 1236 3/10 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR OUTSIDE FAYETTE 7-08 37,160 4.9 1819 3.3 1216 11/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Senior AgedMIL-R-MOR SIMON VERINA 14-08 32,450 3.6 1164 2.9 957 7/01 Robert Miller, OrangevilleVITAL-I BLACKSTAR VERONICA 14-11 29,960 3.4 1019 2.9 880 4/07 Barry A. Nichols, HebronLORDALE GLEN IVANHOE BETTY 15-01 25,040 3.7 914 2.9 719 11/97 Loren & Dale Zimmerman, Eureka


Junior Journeys

OFFICERS & ADVISOR

President: Aaron MitchellPhone: 815-335-2389

Vice President: Sarah SheehanPhone: 847-669-3892

Secretary: Emily IrwinPhone: 815-544-0193

Treasurer: Morgan BollechPhone: 815-784-0204

Reporter: Brianna SheehanPhone: 847-669-3892

Adult Advisor: Glen MeierPhone: (815) 235-7596 or (815) 233-2407

2012 Junior Officer TeamBack row: Sarah Sheehan, Vice-President, Aaron Mitchell, President, Morgan Bollech, Treasurer

Front row: Brianna Sheehan, Reporter,Emily Irwin, Secretary

Kyle Mitchell Dairy Bowl Awards Presented

The Boone-Winnebago Holstein Club established an award in 2009 in memory of Kyle Mitchell. The award is presented to the high junior and senior dairy bowl contestants, based upon their written test score, competition results and final round competition. Emily Irwin of the Boone-Winnebago Club was the high junior dairy quizbowl participant. Boone-Winnegabo member, Aaron Mitchell, was the top senior contestant. Congratulations to Emily and Aaron on their outstanding accomplishments!

Meliss Irwin, center, presents Emily Irwin and Aaron Mitchell the Kyle Mitchell Dairy Bowl awards.

2012 Illinois Spring Thing Minutes The 2012 spring meeting of the Illinois Jr. Holstein Association was held on March 3, 2012, in conjunction with the 2012 Spring Thing. President Aaron Mitchell called the meeting to order. The minutes from the fall meeting were read by Secretary Emily Irwin. Lindsey Zettle moved to approve the minutes as read. Riley Zettle seconded the motion and the minutes were approved as read. Next, we had the officer reports. IJHA Reporter Brianna Sheehan reported that she will be making a digital and paper scrapbook for the 2012 National Holstein Convention, so she needs pictures sent to her. The treasurer’s report showed a balance of $15,003.38; and a financial report showing income and expenses was distributed. Treasurer Morgan Bollech noted that we need to be thinking about several other fundraisers. Anna Folgate moved to approve the Treasurer’s report, Matt Drendel seconded the motion and the motion passed. Sarah Sheehan, IJHA Vice President gave the state show report. She confirmed that Molly Sloan will be judging the Illinois Junior Championship Show to be held in Lincoln,

IlL., in July 2012. National Junior Advisory Committee representative Aaron Mitchell reported that there were several changes that were going to be made in the folding display contest for the National level. There will now be 2 categories, creative and scientific, in all age divisions. Also, each state is allowed an unlimited number of entries. It was decided that as long as the poster was at spring thing and the Jr. Member found a way to get it to National Convention, any poster could compete in the National Contest. Aaron also explained that Holstein USA was sponsoring an essay contest for juniors to enter and he also explained that the DJM and YDJM applications would have some changes for the 2013 year. Moving into old business, members discussed when production awards should be due and handed out to make it easier for members to also win the National award. After much discussion, Miranda Kollmann moved that production award entries be moved from the fall to the spring and that national rules would be followed and that all state entries would then be forwarded to national. Sarah Sheehan seconded the motion and the motion passed. It was decided that we would use the National forms and rules and the deadline for entries would be February 1. Next, Spring Thing 2012 committee chair Meridith Ziller gave a Spring Thing report saying that it went well and she congratulated all the winners. In new business, Sarah Sheehan volunteered to chair the Worker’s Auction to be held at the State Show. Also at the state show, Megan Opperman will be chairing the Railbird Judging contest. This year’s National Convention will be held in Springfield, Missouri June 27-30. Because of the short distance, we will be driving. Participant fees per person were raised to $400 to help with the expenses of convention. The committee to make the banner which will compete at Convention is Kaylen Miller- Chair, Brianna Sheehan, and Briana Crull. The paper and digital scrapbook will be made by reporter Brianna Sheehan, and she will need pictures for both. The November 2012 annual meeting was canceled, and replacing it will be a meeting at State show where we will elect new officers and select a judge for next year’s state show. DJM and YDJM books will be due January 1. They will be looked at by the Youth committee at the Sr. meeting. Club scrapbooks will also be due January 1 to be judged by the Youth

Committee. Next, we discussed the 2013 Spring Thing and Morgan Bollech volunteered to be the chairperson. Also on the committee are Anna Folgate, Dan Obert, Dakota Grayling, Connor Erbsen, and Emily Irwin. Julie Drendel said that there is information on the Illinois Holstein Website and in the Herald for the Jr. Ad contest which will be in the Winter Herald. Awards were then handed out. The State Jr. Dairy Bowl team will be Riley Zettle, Dan Obert, Bria Koester, Lane Heinzmann, Emily Irwin and Kate Carlson. The State Jr. Dairy Bowl team will be Levi Martin, Philip Shanks, Aaron Mitchell, Sarah Sheehan, Ryan Sheehan and Morgan Bollech. The winning Jr. Dairy Bowl team was Boone-Winnebago & McHenry Lake which consisted of Brock Irwin, Emily Irwin, Mogan Olbrich and Emma Carlson. The winning Sr. Dairy Bowl team was Clinton

Summer 2012

Congratulations Illinois Juniors!

Junior Dairy Bowl Top 10Back row, left to right: Brianna Sheehan,

Dan Obert, Riley Zettle, Anna Folgate & Emily IrwinFront row: Lane Heinzmann, Jared Dickman, Emma

Carlson, Kate Carlson & Bria Koester

Senior Dairy Bowl Top 10Back row, left to right: Jonathon Weekley, Levi

Martin, Philip Shanks, Aaron Mitchell & Matt DrendelFront row: Sarah Sheehan, Morgan Bollech, Ryan

Sheehan, Miranda Kollmann & Meredith Ziller

Winning Junior Dairy Bowl TeamBoone-Winnebago & McHenry-Lake

Left to right: Brock Irwin, Emily Irwin, Mogan Olbrich & Emma Carlson (front)

National Junior Dairy Bowl TeamBack row: Riley Zettle, Dan Obert & Bria Koester

Front row: Lane Heinzmann, Emily Irwin & Kate Carlson

National Senior Dairy Bowl TeamBack row: Levi Martin, Philip Shanks & Aaron Mitchell

Front row: Sarah Sheehan, Ryan Sheehan & Morgan Bollech

Winning Senior Dairy Bowl TeamBoone-Winnebago & Clinton

Back row: Dakota Grayling & Jonathon Weekley Front row: Aaron Mitchell & Miranda Kollmann

Speech ContestantsBack row: Sarah Sheehan (1st Sr), Morgan Bollech (1st Int) & Kate Carlson (2nd Int)

Front row: Emma Carlson (1st Jr) & Kristina Drendel (2nd Jr)

* Emma, Morgan & Kate were chosen to represent Illinois at National Holstein Convention

Dairy Jeopardy WinnersBack row: Sarah Sheehan (3rd Sr), Aaron

Mitchell (1st Sr), Ryan Sheehan (3rd Int) & Matt Drendel (2nd Sr)

Front row: Kate Carlson (3rd Jr), Jared Dickman (2nd Jr), Morgan Bollech (2nd Int), Connor

Erbsen (1st Jr) and Emily Irwin (1st Int)

Poster ExhibitorsBack row: Kate Carlson Becca Spague,

Andrea Welling & Morgan ExnerFront row: Emma Carlson, Adam Olbrich & Briana Crull

& Bonne-Winnebago which consisted of Dakota Grayling, Jonathon Weekley, Aaron Mitchell and Miranda Kollmann. The speech contestants were Sarah Sheehan (1st Sr), Morgan Bollech (1st Int), Kate Carlson (2nd Int), Emma Carlson (1st Jr), and Kristina Drendel (2nd Jr). Emma, Morgan & Kate were chosen to represent Illinois at

National Holstein Convention. The folding display participants were Kate Carlson, Becca Spague, Andrea Willing, Megan Exner, Emma Carlson, Adam Olbrich, and Briana Crull. Kate and Emma's posters were chosen to send to the National Convention. The Dairy Jeopardy winners were as follows: Sarah Sheehan (3rd Sr), Matt Drendel (2nd

Sr), Aaron Mitchell (1st Sr), Ryan Sheehan (3rd Int), Morgan Bollech (2nd Int), Emily Irwin (1st Int), Kate Carlson (3rd Jr), Jared Dickman (2nd Jr), and Connor Erbsen (1st Jr). Aaron Mitchell adjourned the meeting.

Emily Irwin, Secretary


DISTRICT NEwSBOONE-WINNEBAGO

We invite everyone to join us at the Northeast Illinois District Show in Belvidere on Saturday, July 7. We look forward to another great show with the McHenry-Lake and Tri-County clubs. Bring your Red & Whites and show on Friday as well with the Midwest Summer Red & White Show! The Crull family has relocated from Poplar Grove to southern Wisconsin, and while we miss them locally, it looks like they are settling in well north of the border. Emily Lyons will be using her debating skills as a law intern in Washington DC for the National Pork Producer Council this summer. Our local juniors continue to be active in the state leadership and activities, so check out the rest of the Herald for all of their accomplishments!

Carrie Pollard

TRI-COUNTY Congratulations to Julie Drendel who married J.W. Ashton on March 24, 2012. J.W. works for a Case IH dealer in central Illinois and grain farms with his family. They reside in Marseilles, Ill. The Tri-County club is also proud to support Dale Drendel in his candidacy for the Director- At-Large position with the Holstein Association USA. Elections will take place at the National Holstein Convention later this month in Springfield, Mo. Congrats to Mil-R-Mor, long-time Tri-County members, for hosting an exception 50th Anniversary Sale! We are excited to be sending several Tri-County juniors to the National Holstein Convention. Good luck in all your competeitions. Lastly, congratulations to all the graduating seniors in high school and college. Good luck to you in your future plans.

Linda Drendel Julie and J.W. Ashton

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SUPREME CHAMPION: $500RESERVe supreme CHAMPION: $300Breed grand champion [EACH BREED]: $200 Reserve breed grand champion: $ 100

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LARGE PAYOUT FOR YOUTH SHOW TOO!

Junior Show Rules(continued from page 18)

Show. The initialed entry blanks will be proof of being shown at a district show and thus meeting Rule #3 above.

5. Junior exhibitors must show their own animals. Adult assistance will be permitted where the Junior member cannot properly handle the animal. In such cases the Junior exhibitor must remain with the animal.

6. If a Junior exhibitor cannot be present to show their animal, the Junior may request that an alternate leadsman be permitted to lead their animal. The alternate leadsman must be two or less years older than the owner. An Alternate Leadsman Request Form must be submitted to the Junior Show chairman who will grant approval if there is a valid reason that owner is not exhibiting their own animal.

SHOWMANSHIP CLASSES1. Any Illinois Junior Holstein Association member is

eligible to compete. At the Championship Show, entry must be made with the show office and will be listed in the catalog if made by 5 p.m., Wednesday, July 18.

2. Showmanship contestant must be listed as owner on the certificate of the animal shown and date of ownership must be before June 1 for all animals. Exception: If an animal is deemed not able to be shown (either injured or ill) on the day of the show by the Open and Junior Show Chairmen, and the junior owns no other animals at the show, the junior may borrow another junior’s animal for the showmanship class only. The ill/injured animal forfeits their eligibility to participate in the junior or open show individual class.

3. Each local show will hold showmanship classes. At the local shows and state show, there will be three (3) divisions - one for those 12 years of age and under, and one for those 13 to 16 years of age and one for those 17 years of age and over. (Age determined as of January 1, 2012.)

4. At the championship show, the top three boys and top three girls in each division will receive awards.

5. A Junior may compete in their respective division until the member has won that contest at the state show. A previous state show junior or intermediate division winner may compete in the next higher division.

I would like to thank the Illinois Holstein Association, especially the Juniors and advisors for the opportunity to represent Illinois at the National level as a YDJM candidate. It is in part due to the many activities that are sponsored by the IHA that I have been able to participate in that has led to me being named a National YDJM. I look forward to representing Illinois in June at the National Convention.

Emily Irwin


Summer 2012

305-Day 3x Senior AgedFRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 12,740 3.4 434 2.7 338 3/93 Marvin L. Meyer, LibertyQUALITY-RIDGE MASON IONE 14/10 11,010 3.7 410 3.0 325 12/11 Car-Mer Farm, GalenaROCK-I ALCARTRA FANCY K JAMIE 16-06 7,950 3.7 295 9/82 Rock-I Farms, Orangeville


365-Day 3x Senior AgedFRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 14,500 3.4 497 2.7 387 5/93 Marvin L. Meyer, Liberty

Illinois Production Leaders for Protein, April 2012305-Day 2x Junior Two Year Old

MS NEU-WAY MORTY C ALLIE-ET 2-02 44,270 2.5 1122 3.1 1362 2/06 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton NEU-WAY ZACK ALLIE-ET 2-03 38,260 3.4 1302 3.2 1220 7/00 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton SANDY-VALLEY HERSH BENJI-ET 2-05 37,680 4.3 1608 3.1 1159 8/04 O-Bee Holsteins, Dakota

305-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldLACLAR SHOTTLE ANGI-ET 1-10 35,050 3.6 1259 3.2 1109 12/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaNEU-WAY DB C AMBER-ET 2-05 34,070 3.4 1149 3.2 1097 8/05 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton LACLAR SOCRATES FLIPPER 2-03 36,300 3.5 1268 2.9 1054 2/12 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Junior Two Year OldMS NEU-WAY MORTY C ALLIE-ET 2-02 49,930 2.6 1277 3.1 1551 4/06 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton NEU-WAY ZACK ALLIE-ET 2-03 45,100 3.5 1571 3.2 1448 9/00 Dennis Neuhaus, HoyletonSANDY-VALLEY HERSH BENJI-ET 2-05 43,570 4.2 1830 3.1 1365 10/04 O-Bee Holsteins, Dakota

365-Day 3x Junior Two Year OldLACLAR SHOTTLE ANGI-ET 1-10 41,130 3.7 1507 3.2 1336 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaNEU-WAY DB C AMBER-ET 2-05 40,030 3.4 1349 3.2 1288 10/05 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton GOLDEN-OAKS ISLIP 2-00 36,470 3.6 1341 3.4 1239 5/08 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldNEU-WAY CONVINCER AMBER-ET 2-11 40,570 3.7 1486 3.2 1316 12/03 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton MIL-R-MOR INTEG ROLUA 2-08 35,770 3.8 1372 3.1 1124 4/03 Robert Miller, OrangevillePROBSTLAND ELYSIA EYVETE-ET 2-11 34,390 4.6 1599 3.2 1108 7/06 Probstland Dairy, Inc., Wheeler

305-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldLACLAR PRONTO LAPETRA-ET 2-11 35,200 3.8 1342 3.2 1131 12/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR LOU KRISHAM 2-11 36,120 3.6 1290 2.9 1063 6/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS DAMION 4390 2-11 33,510 3.4 1124 3.2 1062 3/11 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Senior Two Year OldNEU-WAY CONVINCER AMBER-ET 2-11 45,750 3.7 1708 3.3 1508 2/04 Dennis Neuhaus, Hoyleton PROBSTLAND ELYSIA EYVETE-ET 2-11 40,250 4.6 1863 3.3 1341 9/06 Probstland Dairy Inc., WheelerMIL-R-MOR INTEG ROLUA 2-08 40,870 3.9 1587 3.2 1305 6/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

365-Day 3x Senior Two Year OldLACLAR PRONTO LAPETRA-ET 2-11 41,100 3.8 1558 3.3 1342 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS ADAM 3875 2-11 37,970 2.7 1029 3.3 1243 4/09 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR RAMOS AMYRAE 2-11 37,510 4.4 1655 3.3 1233 8/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Junior Three Year OldH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 41,000 4.6 1868 3.4 1376 8/97 Carters Corner, GreenvilleBDG-GENETICS AMEL MYRA 3-02 42,730 3.9 1646 3.1 1337 3/03 Robert Miller, OrangevillePROBSTLAND ERGO ELYSIA-ET 3-02 35,640 4.3 1533 3.6 1280 9/04 Probstland Dairy, Inc., Wheeler

305-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldLACLAR TOYSTORY LATOYA-ET 3-04 38,360 4.3 1641 3.1 1170 5/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR AIRRAID JAYCI 3-04 38,570 4.0 1533 3.0 1154 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR ZESTY SALLIE 3-04 35,190 3.1 1100 3.3 1152 9/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Junior Three Year OldH-R-Z OSCAR BESSIE-ET 3-01 47,500 4.5 2119 3.4 1599 10/97 Carters Corner, GreenvilleBDG-GENETICS AMEL MYRA 3-02 50,250 3.8 1906 3.1 1577 5/03 Robert Miller, OrangevillePROBSTLAND ERGO ELYSIA-ET 3-02 41,660 4.3 1798 3.6 1509 11/04 Probstland Dairy, Inc., Wheeler

365-Day 3x Junior Three Year OldLACLAR TOYSTORY LATOYA-ET 3-04 44,190 4.2 1834 3.1 1359 7/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR ZESTY SALLIE 3-04 40,710 3.2 1294 3.3 1353 11/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaGOLDEN-OAKS GENIUS 4296 3-01 38,190 3.9 1479 3.5 1348 1/11 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldSHARP HAVEN CATHERINE RUB 3-09 43,180 4.6 1992 3.3 1427 6/05 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 49,560 5.5 2708 2.8 1393 4/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneMIL-R-MOR MARILEE 3-09 44,720 4.6 2062 3.0 1341 7/03 Robert Miller, Orangeville

305-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldWILSTAR-RS BEST GALLUP-ET 3-09 37,480 3.5 1316 3.2 1200 12/08 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaMEL-EST ELTON LEGIT LINDA 3-11 35,290 3.1 1107 3.4 1187 7/03 Shanks Farm, Garden PrairieLACLAR SHOTTLE LAKIA 3-09 38,770 3.6 1406 3.0 1174 11/10 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Senior Three Year OldSHARP HAVEN CATHERINE RUB 3-09 48,840 4.6 2237 3.4 1638 8/05 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMS PRICE MEYER STAR 3-09 54,130 5.5 2957 2.8 1528 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotoneLOGGANLANE SKY MATILDA-ET 3-06 49,900 4.8 2383 3.0 1502 1/05 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x Senior Three Year OldGOLDEN-OAKS BUCKEYE 4357 3-09 47,990 3.4 1624 2.9 1387 1/12 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaWILSTAR-RS BEST GALLUP-ET 3-09 42,090 3.6 1523 3.3 1384 2/09 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaLACLAR BUCKEYE HIPPIE 3-08 45,680 3.7 1709 3.0 1382 6/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

305-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldK-LANE NORMAN LYNDSEY 4-05 45,810 4.2 1908 2.9 1324 6/10 Rodger A. Koehn, PeotooneLUCK-E JED BIKINI-ET 4-02 42,670 4.8 2037 3.1 1311 1/06 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E RUBENS KAYLIE-ET 4-05 38,660 5.7 2186 3.4 1302 1/07 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

The 64th Annual PDCA Calf Sale was held April 14, 2012, at the historic Round Barns at the University of Illinois, at Urbana-Champaign. Holsteins averaged $2032 on 24 lots and the Overall Sale all breeds averaged $1677. Golden-Oaks Federal 5731 sold for $3700 to Andrew Koch of Tremont, Ill., and was consigned by Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill. The fancy September 2011 Federal is a potential 13th Generation Excellent or Very Good. Her 2E-90 Mr Sam dam has two records over 36,000m 1300f 1000p. Her grandam is Golden-Oaks Lavender-ET 2E-91 GMD DOM with three records over 40,000m. Selling for $3,200 was Mil-R-Mor Damion Lizann to Bill Jansen of Damionsville, Ill. Lizann is a December 2011 Damion from the Pine-Shelter Lucina Fargo 3E-95 DOM family. Her 3E-90 dam has over 200,000 milk lifetime and 10 Excellent maternal sisters. Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill., consigned the heifer.


Golden-Oaks Federal 5731 .................................... $3,700 Andrew Koch, Tremont, Ill. (Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)Mil-R-Mor Damion Lizann .........................................3,200 Bill Jansen, Damionsville, Ill. (Robert Miller, Orangeville, Ill.)Golden-Oaks Clark Peachy ........................................3,100 Riley Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Golden Oans Farm, Wauconda, Ill.)Gueldener Clt Scarla-Red-ET.....................................3,100 Brad Bauman, Nokomis, Ill. (Darren Gueldener, Moro, Ill.)Ms Luckegold Wind Winnie .......................................3,100 Landon Hilgendorf, Nokomis, Ill. (Prairie Gold Dairy LLC & Keith Engel, Elkton, SD)Schaufine Sanchez Ronnie-ET ..................................3,000 Rachel Koehn, Peotone, Ill. (Amy Schaufelberger, Greenville, Ill.)Luck-E Damion Bree ..................................................2,900 Courtney Probst, Stewardson, Ill. (Matt L. Engel, Hampshire, Ill.)Car-Mer Guthrie Game-ET .........................................2,450 Eichmeyer Farms, Hoyleton, Ill. (Car-Mer Farm, Galena, Ill.)Holbric Dickey Raylee ................................................2,250 Kasey Clanton, Mulberry Grove, Ill. (Debra Olbrich, Harvard, Ill.)Woodleaf Alberto Kelly .............................................2,200 Bill & Lavern Jansen, Damionsville, Ill. (Larry Kleiner, Greenville, Ill.)

64rd Annual PDCA Calf Sale

Andrew Koch of Tremont, Ill., far left, purchased the high selling animal, Golden-Oaks Federal 5731 at the 2012 PDCA Calf Sale, managed by the Illini Dairy Club. Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda, Ill., consigned the potential 13th Generation VG or EX heifer.


305-Day 3x Junior Four Year Old SHANKS FRMTN BEANS W-64 4-01 42,810 3.6 1530 3.0 1272 9/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie GLENKEEN CLARK LISA 4-05 40,670 3.5 1425 3.0 1224 1/07 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS ALLAN 4005 4-00 38,480 3.3 1257 3.2 1223 9/10 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

365-Day 2x Junior Four Year OldLUCK-E JED BIKINI-ET 4-02 49,070 4.9 2391 3.2 1573 3/06 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E RUBENS KAYLIE-ET 4-05 43,520 5.7 2466 3.5 1515 3/07 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireELM-NOR-WAY LIONEL WAFFLE 4-03 47,190 4.9 2328 3.1 1476 9/02 Elm Farms, Okawville

365-Day 3x Junior Four Year OldLACLAR ARICK LESTIE 4-01 45,140 3.6 1647 3.2 1461 2/12 Koester Dairy, DakotaGLENKEEN CLARK LISA 4-05 47,460 3.5 1668 3.1 1453 3/07 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS ALLAN 4005 4-00 44,010 3.2 1418 3.2 1419 11/10 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 50,250 5.0 2532 3.0 1531 10/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR RUDOLPH SCARLET 4-10 50,470 4.0 1998 3.0 1500 4/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleMIL-R-MOR PAULETA 4-10 46,660 3.5 1630 2.8 1324 8/02 Robert Miller, Orangeville

305-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldSTAR-BROOK JOHNSN CARLY-RED 4-11 41,740 2.8 1172 2.8 1178 8/03 Shanks Farm, Garden Prairie LACLAR JAKIN LAUREL 4-06 37,410 3.5 1293 3.1 1168 7/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR SOSA HOPE-SO 4-09 38,970 3.2 1246 2.9 1143 2/12 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x Senior Four Year OldLUCK-E MASON KARLIE 4-06 56,630 5.0 2838 3.2 1785 12/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireMIL-R-MOR RUDOLPH SCARLET 4-10 54,090 4.0 2140 3.0 1616 5/03 Robert Miller, OrangevilleLEEPAUL SUPERSIRE PEBBLES 4-08 47,880 3.5 1688 3.1 1482 3/02 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x Senior Four Year OldLACLAR JAKIN LAUREL 4-06 43,230 3.4 1450 3.2 1370 8/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaCL-HA THRONE DICE-ET 4-06 42,710 3.5 1478 3.1 1329 3/10 Golden Oaks Farm, WaucondaGOLDEN-OAKS LAVENDER-ET 4-10 43,430 3.5 1537 3.0 1286 3/05 Golden Oaks Farm, Wauconda

305-Day 2x MatureLOGGANLANE SKY AUGUSTINE-ET 5-01 49,100 4.4 2173 3.2 1569 8/04 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLEEPAUL SUPERSIRE PEBBLES 6-01 48,477 4.1 1970 3.1 1504 7/03 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 49,020 5.0 2472 3.1 1500 4/01 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

305-Day 3x MatureLACLAR REGGIE ANANA-ET 5-05 42,410 3.7 1564 3.0 1281 3/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR ROY LISA-TW 6-09 38,800 3.9 1498 3.1 1201 11/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaLACLAR ONYX NICKI 5-05 36,440 4.7 1703 3.3 1194 12/11 Koester Dairy, Dakota

365-Day 2x MatureLOGGANLANE SKY AUGUSTINE-ET 5-01 57,030 4.3 2474 3.3 1874 10/04 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLUCK-E SKYCHIEF ARIZONA-ET 5-01 56,280 5.1 2872 3.1 1749 6/01 Luck-E Holsteins, HampshireLEEPAUL SUPERSIRE PEBBLES 6-01 55,703 4.0 2226 3.1 1734 9/03 Luck-E Holsteins, Hampshire

365-Day 3x MatureLACLAR REGGIE ANANA-ET 5-05 48,020 3.8 1804 3.1 1483 5/11 Koester Dairy, DakotaSTAR-BROOK DIANTHUS DODI 5-02 49,510 3.2 1562 2.9 1425 2/04 Shanks Farm, Garden PrairieLACLAR GIVENCHY IVANESSA 5-03 47,170 3.4 1608 3.0 1410 1/12 Koester Dairy, Dakota


305-Day 3x Senior AgedFRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 12,740 3.4 434 2.7 338 3/93 Marvin L. Meyer, LibertyQUALITY-RIDGE MASON IONE 14-10 11,010 3.7 410 3.0 325 12/11 Car-Mer Farm, Galena


365-Day 3x Senior AgedFRHM WALKWAY PATSY JANICE 14-04 14,500 3.4 497 2.7 387 5/93 Marvin L. Meyer, Liberty

IN MEMORIAM _Neal R. Turley

Neal R. Turley, 74, of Greenville, Ill., passed away at 5:00 p.m. Saturday, March 10, 2012, at Relais Bonne Eau Hospice Care Center in Edwardsville. Neal Raymond Turley, the son of Harry Brown Turley and Vera Lucy Schmollinger

Turley, was born on August 12, 1937, in Breese. He grew up on the Turley farm in Mills township and attended the Potts One Room School and graduated from Greenville High School in 1955. Neal and

Connie E. Williams were united in marriage on November 11, 1961, at the Greenville First United Methodist Church by Rev. Jack Frick and have enjoyed over 50 years together. She survives on the Turley farm in Mills Township. They are the parents of two sons, Michael N. (Jennifer) Turley of St. Louis, Mo., and Craig S. Turley who died at the age of 16 on August 29, 1982. Neal is also survived by three grandchildren: Casey age 14, Hayden age 9 and Lauren age 5, sister Doreene (Maurice) Elmore of Trenton and brother Kent “Sam” (Susy) Turley of Greenville. Neal is preceded in death by his parents, son Craig, and brother Max Turley in infancy. Neal followed his father into farming. He served in the United States Air Force Reserve in the early 1960’s. He is renowned Nationally as a Holstein Breeder and has showed Holsteins nationally for over 50 years. He later was a grain farmer but his first love was Holsteins. Neal was in 4-H and FFA in school and is a member of the National Holstein Association, is a member and Past President of the Illinois Purebred Livestock Association, was a member and Director of the Illinois Holstein Association, on the executive committee of the IHA for several years, a member of the Dairy Shrine, and a member of his Church the Greenville First United Methodist Church. In 2010, Neal and Connie were awarded the PDCA Master Breeder Award. Neal and Connie were also awarded the Senior Breeder Award for the Illinois Holstein Association

in 2004. Since 1966, Rolling-Lawns Farms has bred 184 Excellent cows and 426 Very Good cows. In 2011, the herd qualified for the 18th time on the Progressive Breeders Registry. The herd is 99.1% homebred with a BAA of 108.8, 27,242m, 1099f and 811p. Memorials can be made to the Greenville First Christian Church or the Relais Bonne Eau Hospice Center.

5-Year-Old (10 shown)1. Pyramid Goldwyn Shimmer-ET, Jordan & Whitney

Ebert, Algoma, Wis.3. Ms Stranshome Advnt Slim-ET, Daniel Zehr,

Graymont, Ill.4. Kagwick Durham Suzy, Dale & Linda Drendel,

Hampshire, Ill.Aged Cow (5 shown)1. Luck-E Dundee Jenna, Milk Source, Kaukauna, Wis.125,000 lb. Cow (4 shown)1. Stone-Front Advent Laverne, Shane Nodolf &

Mike & Julie Duckett, Rudolph, Wis.

Summer 2012


PROBSTLAND DAIRYJoe & Inis Probst

Toby, Margie, Holly, Katie, Marcus, Macy & ReneePhil, Angie, Megan, Lauren, Austin & Dalton

2817 E 1600th Ave, Wheeler, IL

217-925-5300

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Dan & Amber, Lance & Cynthia, Kyle and Brent

1099 E. Angle RoadDakota, IL 61018

Summer 2012


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