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William McIntosh Hired as American Gelbvieh Association Eastern Area Coordinator

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The American Gelbvieh Association has hired William McIntosh, Georgetown, Ky., as the eastern region area coordinator. McIntosh began work for the association on July 1. He joins Central Region Area Coordinator Brandon McEndaffer. Together, the two area coordinators represent the American Gelbvieh Association as field staff to serve the needs of association members and cow-calf producers to market Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics, commercial females and feeder cattle.

“We welcome William back to the Gelbvieh association’s field staff. He has extensive experience in seedstock production and marketing, as well as knowledge of the Gelbvieh breed and working for the Association,” said Frank Padilla, American Gelbvieh Association director of breed promotion. “William also brings a working knowledge of the commercial cow-calf sector and feeder calf sales, which will be an asset to members and cattlemen in the Eastern United States.”

McIntosh is owner and principal auctioneer of McIntosh Auction Company of Georgetown, Ky., where he has managed livestock and machinery auctions. His auctioneering experience extends to feeder calf sales while working for United Producers Stockyards, Owenton, Ky., as well as real estate and classic cars sales. In 2010, McIntosh was named Kentucky Junior State champion auctioneer.

Furthermore, William is a partner in McIntosh Brothers, a nationally recognized Gelbvieh herd that has sold cattle into more than 20 states and Canada. He has managed their joint production sale as well as their feeder calf division.

“I’m excited to be part of the American Gelbvieh Association’s field staff. I look forward to working with breeders and cattlemen in the east to continue to improve and promote Gelbvieh and Balancer cattle,” commented McIntosh. “The demand for Gelbvieh-influenced cattle in the East is great and I am available to help cow-calf producers and seedstock breeders capitalize on their marketing opportunities.”

Previous AGA Area Coordinators, Don Danell, Lewiston, Mont., and Steve Peddicord, Albany, Ky., have decided to focus more time on their respective Gelbvieh home operations.

Gelbvieh members and commercial cattlemen in the Western United States are encouraged to contact Frank Padilla at the AGA Office at 303-465-2333 or frankp@gelbvieh.org for member service or assistance in marketing Gelbvieh influenced bulls, females or feeder cattle. McIntosh can be reached at 502-867-3132 or williamm@gelbvieh.org. McEndaffer can be reached at 970-520-3020 or brandonm@gelbvieh.org.

Champions Named in Gelbvieh Junior Twister Classic

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The American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) held their annual national junior show July 3-8 in Kearney, Neb. Named each year for the host state, the 2011 AGJA Twister Classic saw 248 Gelbvieh and Balancer® animals entered by 151 junior members from 16 states.

The week-long event not only included the exhibition of the best Gelbvieh and Balancer females, bulls and market steers from across the country, but youth also participated in 23 educational contests and programs. The Twister Classic was hosted jointly by the Gelbvieh Association of Nebraska and the Kansas Gelbvieh Association and was held at the Buffalo County Fairgrounds.

“Participating in a national show like this not only provides an opportunity to compete nationally, but it also provides a chance to see great cattle and meet Gelbvieh youth and breeders from across the country,” says Dana Stewart, American Gelbvieh Association director of member services and director of youth programs.

The livestock shows were held on Thursday and Friday. Evaluating the showmanship contest, market steers, Balancer bred and owned bulls and Balancer females was Christy Collins, Frederick, Okla. Evaluating the Gelbvieh bred and owned bulls and Gelbvieh females was Shane Lindsey, Prairie City, Iowa.

Britney Volek, Highmore, S.D., exhibited the grand champion Gelbvieh female. BABR 0003X is a March 2010 daughter of 353R and first claimed the spring yearling division.

Coming out of the same division was the reserve grand champion Gelbvieh female. Chasey Blach, Yuma, Colo., exhibited this winning female. JCGR BAR GT Ella 265X ET is a March 2010 daughter of R Collateral 2R.

The grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh female was shown by Emily Griffiths, Kendallville, Ind. GGGE 3G X-Factor 014X is a January 2010 heifer sired by 3G Time Machine 758T ET. This female was first named the champion and bred and owned champion winter yearling.

Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., had the reserve grand champion bred and owned female with a heifer out of the senior female division. AMT Jenna 27W is a September 2009 daughter of Solution.

Leading the grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh bull was Emily Griffiths with GGGE 3G Excalibur 055X ET, a March 2010 son of Freedom 178F ET.

Jacob Rupp, Perry, Okla., exhibited the reserve grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh bull. JERG 5X9 is a March 2010 son of Apollo.

In the Balancer show, the grand champion Balancer female and the grand champion bred and owned Balancer female was a cow/calf pair exhibited by Emily Griffiths. GGGE 3G Cowgirl Wisdom 951W is a March 2009 female sired by 3G Smoke N’ Mirrors. This pair first claimed the cow/calf division as both champion and champion bred and owned.

The reserve grand champion Balancer female was shown by Tanner Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb. TAU Ms Grid Topper 43T 015X is a January 2010 daughter of Mr Grid Topper 43T. This female was first named the champion winter yearling.

Exhibiting the reserve grand champion bred and owned Balancer female was Britney Volek. BVLK X018 is an October 2010 daughter of WR MR Val Stan 6441. She was first named the champion bred and owned senior heifer calf.

The grand champion bred and owned Balancer bull was exhibited by Emily Griffiths. GGGE 3G Xpediter 096X is an October 2010 bull sired by 3G Smoke N’ Mirrors.

Kyle Bauer, Fairbury, Neb., exhibited the reserve grand champion bred and owned Balancer bull. KOBG KB Yukon 044X is a February 2010 son of Rupple Yukon 301P.

In the market steer show, both the grand champion and reserve grand champion market steers were exhibited by Kacie Jurgens, Miller, Neb. The champion steer weighed 1,208 pounds. The reserve steer had a weight of 1,212 pounds.

The champion pen of three Gelbvieh females was exhibited by Colorado, with reserve going to South Dakota. The champion pen of three Balancer females went to Nebraska, with reserve to North Carolina. The champion pen of three market steers was exhibited by Nebraska; reserve went to Kansas.

For complete coverage of the 2011 AGJA Twister Classic visit www.www.gelbvieh.org. The 2012 AGJA Black and Gold Classic will be July 1-7 in Chillicothe, Mo. For more information about the American Gelbvieh Junior Association visit www.www.gelbvieh.org/juniors.

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American Gelbvieh Juniors Elect Leadership at National Show

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During the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) annual meeting held during the 2011 AGJA Twister Classic in Kearney, Neb., AGJA members voted to fill five two-year positions with the AGJA Board of Directors for the 2011-2012 term.

Newly elected directors were Grace Hammer of Wallace, Kan., Christian Hojer of Lake Preston, S.D., and Garrett Teeter of Mt. Ulla, N.C. Hammer is the daughter of Lyle and Christy Hammer and attends Wallace County High School. Hojer, the son of Allen and Pam Hojer, attends Lake Area Technical Institute. Teeter is the son of Walter and Lee Teeter and attends the North Carolina State University.

Re-elected to second terms were Dustin Aherin, Phillipsburg, Kan., and Seth Arp, Arlington, Wisc. Aherin is the son of Dennis and Joyce Aherin and is a sophomore studying animal science at Allen Community College. Arp, son of Steve and Betty Arp, is a student at the University of Wisconsin – Whitewater studying advertising.

Following the annual meeting, the AGJA Board selected officers for the 2011-2012 term.

Presiding will be Dustin Aherin and serving as vice president will be Justin Taubenheim, Amherst, Neb., son of Mike and Renee Taubenheim.

Selected as vice president of leadership development is Seth Arp. Appointed to the secretary position is John Shearer, Canton, Kan. Shearer is the son of John and Carla Shearer. Serving as treasurer is Van Tucker of Portis, Kan., son of Greg and Sandi Tucker. Janelle Hayek, daughter of Barb Hayek and the late Tony Hayek of Clutier, Iowa will fill the role of ex-officio. Cole Buffo, son of Steve and Anna Buffo of Lansing, Kans., will continue his term as a director.

The American Gelbvieh Junior Association serves more than 500 members coast to coast, providing leadership opportunities, scholarships, and competition. For more information about AGJA, Gelbvieh, or AGA services visit www.www.gelbvieh.org or call 303-465-2333.

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Photo caption: The members of the 2011-2012 American Gelbvieh Junior Association Board of Directors are (seated from left) Van Tucker, Kansas, treasurer; Seth Arp, Wisconsin, vice president of leadership development; Dustin Aherin, Kansas, president; Justin Taubenheim, Nebraska, vice president; John Shearer, Kansas, secretary; (standing from left) Grace Hammer, Kansas; Christian Hojer, South Dakota; Cole Buffo, Kansas; Garrett Teeter, North Carolina; Janelle Hayek, Iowa, ex-officio.

Gelbvieh adds value when feeding cattle

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Feeder calves with Continental breed influence and the potential to hit the mark on Quality and Yield Grades are in demand at feeder calf markets across the country.  The added pounds of carcass produced are adding dollars to the cattle feeder’s pockets.

“A bull that sires 20 head of the heavier-finishing steers each year has created $1,148 in additional progeny value versus another bull that sires the lighter-finishing steers,” says Tom Brink, JBS/Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, the largest fed cattle marketer in the world. The feeder wants the added carcass weight that Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics bring to the equation.

Recent feeder cattle auctions show demand from feeders for Gelbvieh-influenced SmartCross® genetics. Cedar Top Ranch from Nebraska sold 800 pound steers for $147.50. Bedke K Savy Ranch from Idaho sold 490 pound steer calves at $156.00 and 580 pound steers at $140.00. Owl Mountain Ranch located in Colorado received $150.00 for steers weighing 475 pounds. DMD Livestock from Nebraska reached $142.00 on steers weighing 740 pounds. Reiber Ranch out of Montana got a price of $135.00 for 690 pound steers. The Buckingham Cattlemen’s Association in Virginia sold Gelbvieh/Balancer SmartCross steer calves weighing 540 pounds at $147.50 and 580 pound steers for $146.00 in their recent August Tel-O-Auction. 

In good or tough economic times a Choice Yield Grade 2 carcass is an industry target. An 800-pound Yield Grade 2 carcass that has a USDA Choice grade in today’s market is worth $72.00 more than a 750-pound carcass with the same grade profile.

The American Gelbvieh Association uses a carcass value EPD (CV EPD) to calculate carcass parameters on a level that reflects true dollar value of carcasses as cattle are priced in real world grid marketing. The CV EPD is an index of four single trait carcass EPDs: carcass weight, marbling, days to finish and rib eye area.

What sets Gelbvieh apart from other breeds is the inclusion of the carcass weight trait when calculating the CV EPD. Weight drives value. Gelbvieh cattle selected for carcass value will increase grid premium potential in terms of carcass weight, Quality Grade, Yield Grade, and will reduce discounts for “out” carcasses.

Data from Colorado State University’s Maxwell Ranch SmartCross research showed Gelbvieh-influenced cattle resulted in significantly more dollars in both a low and high Choice/Select spread market over Angus-sired cattle. When based on Quality and Yield premiums/discounts and carcass weight in both scenarios, Gelbvieh-sired cattle added $53.17 per head in a low spread and $36.67 per head in a high spread.

Regardless of the cow herd base you are starting with, there is an easy way to use Gelbvieh or Balancer bulls to get to the most profitable place in the industry today. Feeders and packers demand an animal that will grade Choice with a Yield Grade 1 or 2. Crossbred cows have added longevity and a Gelbvieh-influenced female gives you more cow power in your pasture.

Visit the American Gelbvieh Association website at www.www.gelbvieh.org to get more information about the Gelbvieh SmartCross system and how it can work for you or call the AGA office at 303.465.2333. Add pounds and profit to your operation with Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics and marketing opportunities.

Author’s Note: SmartCross® is a crossbreeding program of the American Gelbvieh Association. The SmartCross system is crossbreeding made easy. The system offers scenarios where Gelbvieh genetics can be used in any cow herd base – high percentage British, Brahman-influenced, Continental/British, high percentage Continental, or multiple breeds and percentages – to maximize hybrid vigor and efficiencies. For more information on the SmartCross program visit http://www.www.gelbvieh.org/whygelbvieh/crossbreeding.html or call 303-465-2333.

Feeder calves with Continental breed influence and the potential to hit the mark on Quality and Yield Grades are in demand at feeder calf markets across the country.  The added pounds of carcass produced are adding dollars to the cattle feeder’s pockets.

“A bull that sires 20 head of the heavier-finishing steers each year has created $1,148 in additional progeny value versus another bull that sires the lighter-finishing steers,” says Tom Brink, JBS/Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, the largest fed cattle marketer in the world. The feeder wants the added carcass weight that Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics bring to the equation.

Recent feeder cattle auctions show demand from feeders for Gelbvieh-influenced SmartCross® genetics. Cedar Top Ranch from Nebraska sold 800 pound steers for $147.50. Bedke K Savy Ranch from Idaho sold 490 pound steer calves at $156.00 and 580 pound steers at $140.00. Owl Mountain Ranch located in Colorado received $150.00 for steers weighing 475 pounds. DMD Livestock from Nebraska reached $142.00 on steers weighing 740 pounds. Reiber Ranch out of Montana got a price of $135.00 for 690 pound steers. The Buckingham Cattlemen’s Association in Virginia sold Gelbvieh/Balancer SmartCross steer calves weighing 540 pounds at $147.50 and 580 pound steers for $146.00 in their recent August Tel-O-Auction. 

In good or tough economic times a Choice Yield Grade 2 carcass is an industry target. An 800-pound Yield Grade 2 carcass that has a USDA Choice grade in today’s market is worth $72.00 more than a 750-pound carcass with the same grade profile.

The American Gelbvieh Association uses a carcass value EPD (CV EPD) to calculate carcass parameters on a level that reflects true dollar value of carcasses as cattle are priced in real world grid marketing. The CV EPD is an index of four single trait carcass EPDs: carcass weight, marbling, days to finish and rib eye area.

What sets Gelbvieh apart from other breeds is the inclusion of the carcass weight trait when calculating the CV EPD. Weight drives value. Gelbvieh cattle selected for carcass value will increase grid premium potential in terms of carcass weight, Quality Grade, Yield Grade, and will reduce discounts for “out” carcasses.

Data from Colorado State University’s Maxwell Ranch SmartCross research showed Gelbvieh-influenced cattle resulted in significantly more dollars in both a low and high Choice/Select spread market over Angus-sired cattle. When based on Quality and Yield premiums/discounts and carcass weight in both scenarios, Gelbvieh-sired cattle added $53.17 per head in a low spread and $36.67 per head in a high spread.

Regardless of the cow herd base you are starting with, there is an easy way to use Gelbvieh or Balancer bulls to get to the most profitable place in the industry today. Feeders and packers demand an animal that will grade Choice with a Yield Grade 1 or 2. Crossbred cows have added longevity and a Gelbvieh-influenced female gives you more cow power in your pasture.

Visit the American Gelbvieh Association website at www.www.gelbvieh.org to get more information about the Gelbvieh SmartCross system and how it can work for you or call the AGA office at 303.465.2333. Add pounds and profit to your operation with Gelbvieh and Balancer genetics and marketing opportunities.

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Author’s Note: SmartCross® is a crossbreeding program of the American Gelbvieh Association. The SmartCross system is crossbreeding made easy. The system offers scenarios where Gelbvieh genetics can be used in any cow herd base – high percentage British, Brahman-influenced, Continental/British, high percentage Continental, or multiple breeds and percentages – to maximize hybrid vigor and efficiencies. For more information on the SmartCross program visit http://www.www.gelbvieh.org/whygelbvieh/crossbreeding.html or call 303-465-2333.

American Gelbvieh Foundation Awards Scholarships

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The American Gelbvieh Foundation recently awarded four scholarships to deserving American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) members based on their involvement within AGJA and the beef industry. The scholarships were presented during the 2011 AGJA Twister Classic held in Kearney, Neb., July 3-8.

The Leness Hall Memorial Scholarship, honoring an instrumental figure in importing Gelbvieh genetics to the U.S., in the early 1970s, was presented to Dustin Aherin from Phillipsburg, Kan. Aherin, the son of Dennis and Joyce Aherin, is a sophomore seeking a degree in animal science at Allen Community College where he is a member of the livestock judging team and currently serves as president of the AGJA Board of Directors.

The Earl Buss Memorial Scholarship, recognizing one of the founding members of the American Gelbvieh Association, was presented to Justin Taubenheim of Amherst, Neb. Taubenheim is the son of Mike and Renee Taubenheim and is a sophomore at Colby Community College where he is an animal science major and is also on the livestock judging team. Taubenheim currently serves as the vice president of the AGJA Board of Directors.

Selected to receive a $500 AGJA scholarship was Kaisha Jurgens from Miller, Neb. Kaisha is studying animal science at the University of Nebraska – Lincoln where she a member of the Beef Scholars program and is the daughter of Brad and Leann Jurgens. Jurgens also serves as president of the Junior Gelbvieh Association in Nebraska.

Selected to receive the Bob Rea Sr., Memorial scholarship, which honors the father and grandfather of an American Gelbvieh Association family, is Britney Volek from Highmore, S.D. Britney is the daughter of Keith and Janice Volek and recently completed a term with the AGJA Board of Directors. Volek attends Lake Area Technical Institute and is studying to be a physical therapy assistant.

The American Gelbvieh Foundation is dedicated to Gelbvieh genetics, merit advancement, and strengthening the breed influence with the changing beef industry, accomplished through breed promotion, growing demand, member education, research, and junior support.

The AGJA serves youth of all ages through 21 years. With more than 500 members coast to coast, AGJA provides leadership opportunities, scholarships, and competition for its members.

For more information about the American Gelbvieh Foundation, the American Gelbvieh Association or AGJA, please visit www.www.gelbvieh.org or call 303-465-2333.

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Juniors Parade Champions in Eastern Regional Gelbvieh Show

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Members of the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) participated in their second show of the summer at the AGJA Foothills of the Smokies Eastern Regional show. The show was held June 3-5 in Maryville, Tenn., and was hosted by the Heritage FFA Chapter of Heritage High School, Maryville. A total of 49 head of Gelbvieh and Balancer® females and bulls were exhibited by 20 juniors from Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Illinois, Mississippi, and Alabama. Lydell Meier, Clinton, Tenn., evaluated the animal show. Jackie Martin judged the showmanship competition.

Grand champion Gelbvieh female was exhibited by Clark Worley, Black Mtn, N.C. BCFG Butlers Jasmine 10X1 is a March 2010 daughter of Butlers Impact 549U. This heifer first claimed the spring yearling division.

Reserve grand champion Gelbvieh female was exhibited by Matthew Davidson, Duncan, S.C. RTRD Darci 264X ET is a January 2010 daughter of Tuned In 55T and was first named champion winter yearling.

Daniel Gaines, Courtland, Miss., had the grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh female. DGMC Hilda’s Stormy 91W is a November 2009 daughter of Prime Cut 406S30.

The reserve grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh female was exhibited by Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., AMT Jenna 27W is a September 2009 daughter of Solution.

Katlynn Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., showed the grand champion bred and owned Gelbvieh bull. KTLN Samson 216Y is a February 2011 son of Gentleman.

In the Balancer female show, Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., exhibited the grand champion Balancer female. Out of the senior female division, VER Kristina 031W ET is an October 2009 daughter of Premonition 662S ET.

Justin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., exhibited the reserve grand champion Balancer female. GHGF 004 Tess 310W is a November 2009 daughter of S A V 004 Density 4336 and was first the reserve senior female.

Lucas Waters, Maryville, Tenn., took home the grand champion bred and owned Balancer female honors with LWAC Miss Night Vision 2NX, a February 2010 female sired by S A V Mandan 5664.

Grand champion bred and owned Balancer bull went to Justin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., with GHGF Black Label 06X1 ET, a September 2010 son of Solution.

Reserve grand champion bred and owned Balancer bull was exhibited by Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C. HSCF Rocko 136X is a January 2010 bull sired by Western Hauler 028S.

The showmanship results are as follows: Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., champion junior; Grant Worley, Black Mtn, N.C., reserve junior; Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., intermediate champion; Macey Nelson, Tylertown, Miss., intermediate reserve; Cameron Burns, Pendleton, S.C., senior champion; Matthew Davidson, Duncan, S.C., senior reserve.

In the all-around competition the division results are as follows: Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., top junior; Macey Nelson, Tylertown, Miss., top intermediate; and Katie Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., top senior. Will Waters, Maryville, Tenn., won the Top Rookie award.

The highlight of the junior show season is the AGJA Twister Classic held July 3-8 in Kearney, Neb. For more information on these shows or the AGJA visit www.www.gelbvieh.org or call 303-465-2333.

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A complete list of show and contest results is as follows:

2011 AGJA Eastern Regional

Maryville, Tenn.

June 3-5

Judge: Lydell Meier, Clinton, Tenn.

Gelbvieh Champion Senior Heifer Calf: KIT Tilley X55 ET, Colton Kitley, Flora, Ill., Sire: Tabasco J26 ET

Gelbvieh Reserve Senior Heifer Calf: TON Martina 101X, Casey Byford, Coffeeville, Miss., Sire: Montana’s Express

Gelbvieh Champion Intermediate Yearling: LWAC Hot and Spicy 1NX, Lucas Waters, Maryville, Tenn., Sire: R Collateral 2R

Gelbvieh Reserve Intermediate Yearling: CIRS 81RX, Justin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: Prowler ET

Gelbvieh Champion Spring Yearling: BCFG Butlers Jasmine 10X1, Clark Worley, Black Mtn, N.C., Sire: Butlers Impact 549U

Gelbvieh Reserve Spring Yearling: GCGF Giada 003X, Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., Sire: Bennett Ideal G182

Gelbvieh Champion Winter Yearling: RTRD Darci 264X ET, Matthew Davidson, Duncan, S.C., Sire: Tuned In 55T

Gelbvieh Reserve Winter Yearling: HSCF Rubys Pride 135X, Cameron Durham, Piedmont, S.C., Sire: Headline

Gelbvieh Champion Senior Female: DGMC Hilda’s Stormy 91W, Daniel Gaines, Courtland, Miss., Sire: Prime Cut 406S30

Gelbvieh Reserve Senior Female: AMT Jenna 27W, Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: Solution

Gelbvieh Champion Cow-Calf: AHLG Sunshine 24S, Casey Byford, Coffeeville, Miss., Sire: Heavy Equipment 125M3

Gelbvieh Reserve Cow-Calf: HSSG Faralinn 216R ET, Katlynn Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., Sire: Extra 2106K ET

Balancer Champion Junior Heifer Calf:  AHLG Choctaw Lavern 124Y, Casey Byford, Coffeeville, Miss., Sire: LJC Mission Statement P27

Balancer Champion Senior Heifer Calf: GHGF Juliette 103X, Garrett Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: B C Lookout 7024

Balancer Reserve Senior Heifer Calf: SMB Valley’s Field Day 72X, Will Waters, Maryville, Tenn., Sire: LCC Field Day A614N

Balancer Champion Spring Yearling: TWFM M&W Miss Designer 5260X, Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: Cahill S868

Balancer Reserve Spring Yearling: LWAC Pure Booty 3NX, Will Waters, Maryville, N.C., Sire: Cahill S868

Balancer Champion Winter Yearling: GHGF I’m A Hottie 2 16X, Garrett Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: S A V 8180 Traveler 004

Balancer Reserve Winter Yearling: LWAC Miss Night Vision 2NX, Lucas Waters, Maryville, Tenn., Sire: S A V Mandan 5664

Balancer Champion Senior Female: VER Kristina 031W ET, Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., Sire: Premonition 662S ET

Balancer Reserve Senior Female: GHGF 004 Tess 310W, Justin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., Sire: S A V 004 Density 4336

Balancer Champion Cow-Calf: PMFG Miss Chevious W949 Lucas Waters, Maryville, Tenn., Sire: Mr Top Dog 443T

Ad Contest (pictured left to right): Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., junior champion; Grant Worley, Black Mtn, N.C., junior reserve; Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., intermediate champion; Austin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., intermediate reserve (not pictured); Chris Mackey, Marion, N.C., senior champion; Katie Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., senior reserve.

Poster Contest (pictured left to right) Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., junior champion; Will Waters, Maryville, Tenn., junior reserve; Macey Nelson, Tylertown, Miss., intermediate champion; Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., intermediate reserve; Katie Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., senior champion; Cameron Burns, Pendleton, S.C., senior champion.

Photo Contest (pictured left to right): Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., junior champion and reserve; Macey Nelson, Tylertown, Miss., intermediate champion; Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., intermediate reserve; Katie Sullivan, Robertsdale, Ala., senior champion; Justin Teeter, Mt. Ulla, N.C., senior reserve

Showmanship (pictured left to right): Connor Durham, Piedmont, S.C., junior champion; Grant Worley, Black Mtn, N.C., junior reserve; Bethany Mackey, Marion, N.C., intermediate champion; Macey Nelson, Tylertown, Miss., intermediate reserve; Cameron Burns, Pendleton, S.C., senior champion; Matthew Davidson, Duncan, S.C., senior reserve (not pictured).