2025-2026 American Gelbvieh Junior Association Board of Directors Elected

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LINCOLN, Neb. – The American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) board of directors is comprised of nine AGJA members. Directors serve two-year terms and are eligible to serve two full terms. Directors must be 16 years of age but must not have reached their 20th birthday as of January 1st of the current election year.

On the 2025-2026 AGJA board of directors, we welcome Cody Brown, son of Jason and Lori Brown of Dwight, Kan.; Corbin Lowe, son of Scott and Dana Lowe of Winfield, Kan.; Justine Pope, daughter of Jeff and Jeanna Pope of Ravenna, Neb.; and Madalyn Johnson, daughter of Jason and Rebecca Johnson of Judsonia, Ark. Lincoln Martin, son of Eric and Holly Martin of Bucklin, Kan., was re-elected to a second two-year term with the board.

Additional members serving the second year of their current term are Gentry Warner, daughter of Dan and Kate Warner of Arapahoe, Neb.; Braxton Murray, son of Matthew and Andrea Murray of Kingfisher, Okla.; Teagan Butterfield, daughter of Dave and Jackie Butterfield of Atkinson, Neb.; and Isabel Lowe, daughter of Raymond and Melissa Lowe of Adrian, Mo.

The newly elected AGJA board of directors meets after the conclusion of the AGJA Annual Meeting to elect executive committee members to serve in leadership position for the 2025-2026 year. Gentry Warner was elected as president. Braxton Murray was elected as vice-president. Teagan Butterfield was elected as vice president of leadership development. Isabel Lowe was re-elected as secretary for a third term. Madalyn Johnson was elected as the treasurer for the upcoming year.

Retiring board members of the 2024-2025 AGJA board of directors included Jaycie Forbes, daughter of Troy and Pam Forbes of De Smet, S. D.; Lily Judd, daughter of Nick and Ginger Judd of Pomona, Kan.; Sadie Morris, daughter of Jason and Susan Morris of Batesville, Miss.; and Jaylea Pope, daughter of Jeff and Jeanna Pope of Ravenna, Neb. The AGJA thanks all four of them for their service and commitment to the AGJA and its members during their time served on the AGJA board of directors.

The American Gelbvieh Junior Association is the junior division of the American Gelbvieh Association. The AGJA provides members up to 21 years of age the opportunity to participate in youth activities.  

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TJB Gelbvieh Named 2025 Honorary Friend of the American Gelbvieh Junior Association

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LINCOLN, Neb. – Each year the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) awards an Honorary Friend of the AGJA. The recipients of this award are families and individuals who go above and beyond to help the youth of our organization. This year’s recipient is TJB Gelbvieh operated by Todd and Alisa Bickett. The Bicketts of Chickamauga, Ga., were recognized as the Honorary Friend of the AGJA at the 2025 Grand Ole Gelbvieh Junior Classic awards banquet, which was held on Friday, June 26, 2025, in Lebanon, Tenn.

The Bicketts have been a staple in the junior program along with the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) as a whole. Todd has served multiple terms on the AGA board of directors. He was one of the pioneers of the Gelbvieh breed who recognized the Balancer® breed to lead the industry in composite cattle registry. Although, their two daughters, Kelsey and Katelyn, have aged out of the junior program, they are still active with various roles in the TJB program.

“Every time the junior board reaches out to Todd and Alisa, without hesitation, they consistently offer their time, provide a meal, or monetary support for the junior program. They are a true example of selfless support and genuine love for this breed and the youth involved within. Congratulations to Todd and Alisa Bickett of TJB Gelbvieh as the 2025 Honorary Friend of the AGJA,” said Gentry Warner, 2025-2025 AGJA President.

The American Gelbvieh Junior Association is the junior division of the American Gelbvieh Association. The AGJA provides members up to 21 years of age the opportunity to participate in youth activities.  

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Ketcherside Chosen As 2025-2026 American Gelbvieh Junior Association Ambassador

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LINCOLN, Neb. – Thank you to Sarah Carroll of Raymore, Mo., for her outstanding service as the 2024-2025 American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) Ambassador. Over the past year, Sarah has represented the AGJA with integrity, passion, and commitment. She has worked to promote the Gelbvieh breed, support junior members, and completed a meaningful service project to Whetstone Boys Ranch. We are grateful for her dedication and leadership throughout her term. Now, we proudly welcome Hadlee Ketcherside of Cuba, Mo., as the 2025-2026 AGJA Ambassador.

Hadlee is a longtime AGJA member and a familiar face in and out of the showring. She brings with her a strong background and dedication to the Gelbvieh breed. She is active in her state association, school, and community, and has continually demonstrated a drive to lead and serve.

This year, the AGJA Ambassador application process included being nominated from the floor at opening ceremonies, completing an interview, and giving a speech at the AGJA Annual Meeting. A panel of judges evaluated all components, and Hadlee rose to the top as this year’s selection.

The AGJA Ambassador Program is designed to recognize and empower youth leaders who exemplify a passion for the Gelbvieh breed and a commitment to its future. As Ambassador, Hadlee will represent the AGJA at events throughout the year – from local and regional shows to national gatherings.

We look forward to Hadlee’s year of service and leadership. Congratulations, Hadlee, on being selected as the 2025-2026 AGJA Ambassador!

The American Gelbvieh Junior Association is the junior division of the American Gelbvieh Association. The AGJA provides members up to 21 years of age the opportunity to participate in youth activities.  

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Excitement Builds for the 2025 American Gelbvieh Junior Association Grand Ole Gelbvieh Junior Classic

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LINCOLN, Neb. – The 2025 American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) Grand Ole Gelbvieh Junior Classic is scheduled for June 23-27, 2025, in Lebanon, Tennessee. With 305 entries from 154 exhibitors traveling from 18 states and Canada, it will surely be a highlight of the summer.

The Grand Ole Gelbvieh Junior Classic will feature educational contests consisting of prepared public speaking, quiz bowl, sales talk, skill-a-thon, team fitting and livestock judging. Juniors will exhibit their animals and skills during the AGJA National Showmanship Contest, AGJA National Gelbvieh Show, AGJA National Balancer® Show, and the AGJA National Market Show.

The AGJA is excited to welcome Adrianne Trennepohl, Middletown, Ind., and Clair Trennepohl Hoblyn, York, Neb., to serve as the AGJA National Showmanship Contest judges; Tom Hawk, Earlville, Ill., as the AGJA National Balancer Show judge; and Brady Jensen, Courtland, Kan., to serve as the AGJA National Gelbvieh Show and AGJA National Market Show judge.

“The countdown is on the Grand Ole Gelbvieh Junior Classic — and we’re ready to make this summer unforgettable. This event is more than a cattle show; it’s where juniors grow into leaders, friendships turn into lifelong connections, and pride in the breed shines brightest,” said Martha Moenning, American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) member and youth activities coordinator. “We’re excited to see the next generation step up, stand out, and make their mark in and out of the showring.”

The AGJA board of directors, Tennessee Gelbvieh Association, Tennessee Gelbvieh Junior Association, and AGA staff are excited and look forward to watching champions be inducted into Grand Ole Gelbvieh history, and a grand ole time to be had by all in Lebanon.

The American Gelbvieh Junior Association is the junior division of the American Gelbvieh Association. The AGJA provides members up to 21 years of age the opportunity to participate in youth activities.  

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Gelbvieh and Balancer® Champions Selected at AGJA Western Regional Show

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LINCOLN, Neb. – The 2025 American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) Western Regional Show was held on Sunday, June 1, 2025, in Seward, Nebraska. Exhibitors welcomed judge Tim Loudon of Creston, Iowa, to evaluate and sort through 26 Gelbvieh and 35 Balancer® entries.

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female was JNCC Ambrosia 3025L ET, owned by Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sired by GHGF Cow Town D536, and born June 2, 2023, this heifer first received the title of champion senior yearling heifer.

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Female was Kricket 0224K, owned by Jessie Lowe, Adrian, Mo. Sired by FHG FLYING H 80A/40A 79E ET, and born April 3, 2022, this female first received the title of champion cow/calf pair. 

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Female was 4474M ET, owned by Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sired by GRU Grand Plan 744G, and born September 10, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned senior heifer calf.  

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Female was Mystic Gypsy, owned by Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb. Sired by JRI Prairie Fire 634F310, and born February 3, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned winter yearling.  

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Bull was Deep Sensations, owned by Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb. Sired by JRI General Patton 213B97 ET, and born November 4, 2024, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned senior bull calf. 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Bull was 3L Mufasa, owned by Jessie Lowe, Adrian, Mo. Sired by JLEA Tops Down, and born February 25, 2025, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned junior bull calf. 

Grand Champion Balancer Female was DI Trey 413M, owned by Lincoln Dean Martin, Bucklin, Kan. Sired by SCC SCH 24 Karat 838, and born March 3, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion spring yearling.    

Reserve Grand Champion Balancer Female was Mirabelle 456M, owned by Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sired by PVF Blacklist 7077, and born September 16, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion senior heifer calf. 

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female was Mirabelle 456M, owned by Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo. Sired by PVF Blacklist 7077, and born September 16, 2024, this heifer first received the title of senior bred & owned heifer calf. 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female was XXB Malibu 206M, owned by Kaisha Alber, Guide Rock, Neb. Sired by XXB Big Shooter 604J ET, and born May 5, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned intermediate yearling.  

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull was XXB Black Mamba, owned by Brenlee Alber, Guide Rock, Neb. Sired by XXB Big Shooter 604J ET, and born June 17, 2024, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned intermediate yearling.  

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull was Magnum M14, owned by Kinleigh Ekhoff, Aurora, Neb. Sired by XXB Big Shooter 604J ET, and born March 27, 2024, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned junior yearling.  

Grand Champion Market Steer was Ground Breaker 920M ET, owned by Paxton Blubaugh, Burrton, Kan. Sired by Conley Lead The Way 0738, and born on February 3, 2024, this steer first received the title of champion market steer 1301 pounds to 1400 pounds. 

 Reserve Champion Market Steer was Blackout 418M, owned by Saige Blubaugh, Burrton, Kansas. Sired by Shootout 045J ET, and born on March 9, 2024, this steer first received the title of champion market steer 1201 pounds to 1300 pounds. 

Gelbvieh Females

Champion Junior Heifer Calf

Gingerling 290N

Teagan Butterfield, Atkinson, Neb.

Sire: JRI Prairie Fire 634F310

 

Champion Bred & Owned Junior Heifer Calf

Gingerling 290N

Teagan Butterfield, Atkinson, Neb.

Sire: JRI Prairie Fire 634F310

 

Champion Senior Heifer Calf

4474M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G

 

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf

4455M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G

 

Champion Bred & Owned Senior Heifer Calf

4474M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Senior Heifer Calf

4455M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G

 

Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

4251M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: JNCC Red Directive 367A

 

Reserve Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

JNCC Miss Heidi 4229M ET

Sarah Carroll, Raymore, Mo.

Sire: JNCC Red Directive 367A

 

Champion Bred & Owned Intermediate Yearling Heifer

JNCC Miss Heidi 4229M ET

Sarah Carroll, Raymore, Mo.

Sire: JNCC Red Directive 367A

 

Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Eclipse 4515M ET

Kole Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: DCSF Post Rock Power Built 37B8

 

Reserve Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Madison Okie 4052M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: FMGF Blue’s Impact 001X

 

Champion Bred & Owned Spring Yearling Heifer

Madison Okie 4052M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: FMGF Blue’s Impact 001X

 

Champion Winter Yearling Heifer

Mystic Gypsy

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: JRI Prairie Fire 634F310

 

Reserve Champion Winter Yearling Heifer

GDX Maeve

Nate Struck, Hartford, S.D.

Sire: MJBC Franchise F806

 

Champion Bred & Owned Winter Yearling Heifer

Mystic Gypsy

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: JRI Prairie Fire 634F310

 

Champion Senior Female

JNCC Ambrosia 3025L ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GHGF Cow Town D536

 

Reserve Champion Senior Female

Red Dawn

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: BABR 9300G

 

Champion Bred & Owned Senior Female

Red Dawn

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: BABR 9300G

 

Champion Cow/Calf Pair

Kricket 0224K

Jessie Lowe, Adrian, Mo.

Sire: FHG Flying H 80A/40A 79E ET

 

Reserve Champion Cow/Calf Pair

Gingersnap Martini K290

Teagan Butterfield, Atkinson, Neb.

Sire: GHGF Man O’ War F825

 

Champion Gelbvieh Female

JNCC Ambrosia 3025L ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GHGF Cow Town D536

 

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Female

Kricket 0224K

Jessie Lowe, Adrian, Mo.

Sire: FHG Flying H 80A/40A 79E ET

 

Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Female

4474M ET

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: GRU Grand Plan 744G

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Female

Mystic Gypsy

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: JRI Prairie Fire 634F310

Gelbvieh Bulls

Champion Bred & Owned Junior Bull Calf

3L Mufasa

Jessie Lowe, Adrian, Mo.

Sire: JLEA Tops Down

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Junior Bull Calf

E-Trade’s Trump Card Colt

Lilyan March, Greentop, Mo.

Sire: GHSC E-Trade GK56

 

Champion Bred & Owned Senior Bull Calf

Deep Sensations

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: JRI General Patton 213B97 ET

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Senior Bull Calf

Oom Poppa Mow Mow ET

Jaylea Pope, Ravenna, Neb.

Sire: JRI Oklahoma 246C4

Balancer Females

Champion Senior Heifer Calf

Mirabelle 456M

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf

Miss Jane

Justine Pope, Ravenna, Neb.

Sire: Six Mile Private Stock 32H

 

Champion Bred & Owned Senior Heifer Calf

Mirabelle 456M

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Senior Heifer Calf

SEPT Raven 411M

Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: JRI General Patton 213B97 ET

 

Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

Marveleta Mae M416

Beau Gotschall, Stuart, Neb.

Sire: SEPT Paranormal J1131 ET

 

Reserve Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

XXB Malibu 206M

Kaisha Alber, Guide Rock, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Champion Bred & Owned Intermediate Yearling Heifer

XXB Malibu 206M

Kaisha Alber, Guide Rock, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

DI Trey 413M

Lincoln Dean Martin, Bucklin, Kan.

Sire: SCC SCH 24 Karat 838

 

Reserve Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Party At Mabels 2433M

Genevieve Kramer, Hubbard, Neb.

Sire: XXB Block Party

 

Champion Bred & Owned Spring Yearling Heifer

MS Mia 2428M ET

Kaycee Brown, Dwight, Kan.

Sire: XXB Nebraska 924J

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Spring Yearling Heifer

MS Mae 2449M

Cody Brown, Dwight, Kan.

Sire: CBRO Journey 2076H

 

Champion Winter Yearling Heifer

Miss Shooter 400M

Grant Walahoski, Overton, Neb.

Sire: XXB Shooter 604J ET

 

Reserve Champion Winter Yearling Heifer

Miss Ice 424M

Paige Walahoski, Overton, Neb.

Sire: XXB Ice Man 935K

 

Champion Bred & Owned Winter Yearling Heifer

Merritt M602

Easton Bose, Orleans, Neb.

Sire: XXB Nebraska 924J

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Winter Yearling Heifer

Emerald Cut

Kole Brooks, Bennet, Neb.

Sire: TJB Rebel Yell 804F ET

 

Grand Champion Cow/Calf Pair

Miss Thelma 901

Easton Bose, Orleans, Neb.

Sire: XXB Block Part

 

Champion Balancer Female

DI Trey 413M

Lincoln Martin, Bucklin, Kan.

Sire: SCC SCH 24 Karat 838

 

Reserve Champion Balancer Female

Mirabelle 456M

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: PVF Blacklsit 7077

 

Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female

Mirabelle 456M

Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female

XXB Malibu 206M

Kaisha Alber, Guide Rock, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

Balancer Bulls

Champion Bred & Owned Junior Bull Calf

Easy Money 335L

Easton Bose, Orleans, Neb.

Sire: JRI JRI Pop A Top 2 ETN

 

Champion Bred & Owned Intermediate Yearling Bull

XXB Black Mamba 308M

Brenlee Alber, Guide Rock, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Champion Bred & Owned Junior Yearling Bull

Magnum M14

Kinleigh Ekhoff, Aurora, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull

XXB Black Mamba 308M

Brenlee Alber, Guide Rock, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull

Magnum M14

Kinleigh Ekhoff, Aurora, Neb.

Sire: XXB Big Shooter 604J ET

Market Steers

Champion Market Steer 1100 pounds to 1200 pounds

GNKJ 190M

Macy Josephsen, Arlington, S.D.

Sire: RVAN Here For Good

 

Reserve Champion Market Steer 1100 pounds to 1200 pounds

220M

Cody Brown, Dwight, Kan.

Sire: Big Shooter 604J ET

 

Champion Market Steer 1201 pounds to 1300 pounds

Blackout 418M

Saige Blubaugh, Burrton, Kan.

Sire: Shootout 045J ET

 

Champion Market Steer 1301 pounds to 1400 pounds

Ground Breaker 920M ET

Paxton Blubaugh, Burrton, Kan.

Sire: Conley Lead the Way 0738

 

Reserve Champion Market Steer 1301 pounds to 1400 pounds

Doolittle 9M7

Riley Hightower, La Cygne, Kan.

Sire: Connealy Consensus 7229

 

Champion Market Steer

Ground Breaker 920M ET

Paxton Blubaugh, Burrton, Kan.

Sire: Conley Lead the Way 0738

 

Reserve Champion Market Steer

Blackout 418M

Saige Blubaigh, Burrton, Kan.

Sire: Shootout 045J ET

 

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.
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Gelbvieh and Balancer® Champions Selected at AGJA Out of the Park Eastern Regional Show

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LINCOLN, Neb. – The 2025 American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) Out of the Park Eastern Regional Show was held on Sunday, May 25, 2025, in Bardstown, Kentucky. Exhibitors welcomed judge Nathan Hicks of Midway, Kentucky, to evaluate and sort through six Gelbvieh and 15 Balancer® entries.

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female was Anissa 806F 386L, owned by Oliva Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga. Sired by RWG RWG Seminole Wind 9430 ET, and born August 25, 2023, this heifer first received the title of champion senior yearling heifer.

Reserve Champion Gelbvieh Female was Anissa 4102C 356L ET, owned by Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga. Sired by RWG Guilt Trip 9148 ET, and born September 15, 2023, this heifer first received the title of reserve champion senior yearling heifer.

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Gelbvieh Female was CCDE Mindy 122M, owned by Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky. Sired by KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J, and born August 22, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned intermediate yearling heifer.

Grand Champion Balancer Female was Butler’s Ms Melania 131M3 ET, owned by Clara Belle Bishop, Cox’s Creek, Ky. Sired by PVF Blacklist, and born February 5, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion winter yearling heifer.

Reserve Grand Champion Balancer Female was Butler’s Ms Margo 549M1, owned by Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky. Sired by RAAB Johnny 91J, and born March 2, 2024, this heifer first received the title of champion spring yearling heifer.

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female was She’s A Lady 304L, owned by Clayton Wyatt Jones, Glasgow, Ky. Sired by S A V Bismark 5682, and born April 5, 2023, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned cow/calf pair.

Reserve Grand Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female was Abby, owned by Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio. Sired by PVF Blacklist 7077, and born November 25, 2023, this heifer first received the title of champion bred & owned senior yearling heifer.

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull was PMTD Gerald 553N, owned by Tillman Derossett, Glasgow, Ky. Sired by PVF Marvel 9185, and born January 28, 2025, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned early junior bull calf.

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull was Hush Money, owned by Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio. Sired by TJB Rebel Yell 804F ET, and born April 10, 2025, this bull first received the title of champion bred & owned late junior bull calf.

Gelbvieh Females

Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

CCDE Mindy 122M

Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky.

Sire: KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J

 

Reserve Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

Madison 461M

Braylin Jones, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: GHGF War Eagle H275

 

Champion Bred & Owned Intermediate Yearling Heifer

CCDE Mindy 122M

Callie Derossett, Sulphur, Ky.

Sire: KILB PMFG Triple Crown 146J

 

Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Maryanne 143M17

Kendra Simon, Conway, Ark.

Sire: DMC Martin’s Patton 20K

 

Champion Senior Yearling Heifer

Anissa 806F 386L

Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga.

Sire: RWG RWG Seminole Wind 9430 ET

 

Reserve Champion Senior Yearling Heifer

Anissa 4102C 356L ET

Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga.

Sire: RWG Guilt Trip 9418 ET

 

Champion Cow/Calf Pair

PMFG Great Expectations 953G

Tillman Derossett, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: EGL EGL Lifeline B101

 

Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female

Anissa 806F 386L

Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga.

Sire: RWG RWG Seminole Wind 9430 ET

 

Reserve Grand Champion Gelbvieh Female

Anissa 4102C 356L ET

Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga.

Sire: RWG Guilt Trip 9418 ET

Balancer Females

Champion Senior Heifer Calf

GI GI

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: LeachmanMSF JourneyMan G076F

 

Champion Intermediate Yearling Heifer

Velvet 978G 495M ET

Olivia Maddox, Chickamauga, Ga.

Sire: TJB TAYD Acuna 214K ET

 

Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Butlers Ms Margo 549M1

Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky.

Sire: RAAB Johnny 91J

 

Reserve Champion Spring Yearling Heifer

Marni 414M

Clara Belle Bishop, Coxs Creek, Ky.

Sire: MDR Stoney Larue 1572J ET

 

Champion Winter Yearling Heifer

Butlers Ms Melania 131M3 ET

Clara Belle Bishop, Coxs Creek, Ky.

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Champion Senior Yearling Heifer

Mariquita 1107L

Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky.

Sire: EGL Encore E7166

 

Reserve Champion Senior Yearling Heifer

Abby

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Champion Bred & Owned Senior Yearling Heifer

Abby

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Grand Champion Cow/Calf Pair

She’s A Lady 304L

Clayton Wyatt Jones, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: S A V Bismark 5682

 

Reserve Champion Cow/Calf Pair

Alexa

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlise, Ohio

Sire: S A V Brilliance 8077

 

Grand Champion Bred & Owned Cow/Calf Pair

She’s A Lady 304L

Clayton Wyatt Jones, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: S A V Bismark 5682

 

Champion Balancer Female

Butlers Ms Melania 131M3 ET

Clara Belle Bishop, Coxs Creek, Ky.

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

 

Reserve Champion Balancer Female

Butlers Ms Margo 549M1

Kyra Moore, Fountain Run, Ky.

Sire: RAAB Johnny 91J

 

Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female

She’s A Lady 304L

Clayton Wyatt Jones, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: S A V Bismark 5682

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Female

Abby

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: PVF Blacklist 7077

Balancer Bulls

Champion Bred & Owned Late Junior Bull Calf

Hush Money

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: TJB Rebel Yell 804F ET

 

Champion Bred & Owned Early Junior Bull Calf

PMTD Gerald 553N

Tillman Derossett, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: PVF Marvel 9185

 

Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull

PMTD Gerald 553N

Tillman Derossett, Glasgow, Ky.

Sire: PVF Marvel 9185

 

Reserve Champion Bred & Owned Balancer Bull

Hush Money

Lexi Rittenhouse, New Carlisle, Ohio

Sire: TJB Rebel Yell 804F ET

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.
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Underwood Returns to the American Gelbvieh Association

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LINCOLN, Neb. — The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) is pleased to announce that Megan Underwood has returned to serve as the Communications Coordinator. In her role, Underwood will lead the communication efforts of the association, serve as the editor of Gelbvieh World and The Profit Picture, and assist the marketing team in developing the national advertising campaign.

Underwood currently resides in Campbellsville, Kentucky, on her family’s Hereford seedstock and row crop operation. She received her bachelor’s degree in Animal Sciences and Industry with a minor in Mass Communications and Journalism and a Professional Strategic Selling certificate from Kansas State University. She also received her master’s degree in Agricultural Education and Communication from K-State. Her thesis focused on the uses and gratifications of beef cattle breed association magazines for United States beef cattle producers.

“It’s an exciting time to raise cattle and the opportunities for Gelbvieh breeders are endless. I look forward to sharing their success stories to enhance the Gelbvieh and Balancer® message to the beef industry,” said Underwood. “The breeders and customers of Gelbvieh cattle are second to none and I am thrilled to work with them once again.”

Underwood brings a wealth of experience to the team through many internships with industry-leading beef organizations and breed associations, as well as her previous positions with the AGA and American Hereford Association. In her previous tenure with the AGA, Underwood grew the social media reach of the association and led the Gelbvieh World editorial efforts to receive the Livestock Publications Council’s James Flanagan Award for the most improved publication.

“We are excited to welcome Megan back to the AGA team. Her passion for the beef industry, outstanding communication skills, and proven track record with both our association and others make her an invaluable asset,” said AGA Executive Director, Harold Bertz. “Megan’s expertise and dedication will be instrumental as we advance the Gelbvieh and Balancer message within the beef industry.”

Underwood began her role with the AGA on May 27 and can be reached at meganu@gelbvieh.org or the AGA office at 303-465-2333.

Megan Underwood, AGA Communications Coordinator

The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.

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