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Boehler Inducted into American Gelbvieh Association Hall of Fame
The American Gelbvieh Association’s 2022 Hall of Fame Inductee is JJ Boehler, Orleans, Nebraska.
Pictured above (left to right): Stuart Jarvis; Joe Boehler; JJ Boehler; Jack, Kerry and Brandon Spence.
Lincoln, Nebraska – The American Gelbvieh Association recognized a dedicated member that has been an influential figure in the Gelbvieh breed during the 2021 AGA National Convention and 50th Anniversary Celebration. JJ Boehler of Orleans, Nebraska, was officially inducted into the AGA Hall of Fame at the convention awards banquet on December 10, 2021.
An AGA member since 1986, Boehler is a member of the Gelbvieh Association in Nebraska (GAIN), having served on the board of directors and several committees. He has helped organize several state tours and was instrumental in developing the first Balancer Bull Futurity. He also helped establish the first paid state breeder representative position and has been a sale committee member for the GAIN Fall Female Festival.
“JJ is a true pioneer and visionary for the Gelbvieh breed,” Andy LeDoux, Ree Heights, South Dakota, says. “He is always willing to participate in breed activities, and new ventures. The thing that always made me respect JJ is his unwavering support of this breed and its members.”
In addition to his contributions to the AGA, Boehler can boast several accomplishments as a breeder. These include the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity Champion in 2001, 2004 and 2006; People’s Choice Bull Futurity Champion in 2021; Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic Supreme bull recipient two years in a row and many state and national champion awards.
“We have found that JJ has been a leader in utilizing new genetics of the Gelbvieh breed,” Robert Anderson of Jamestown, Kansas, says. “We have purchased several herd bulls from him over the past years. Those genetics have produced top quality replacement females, breeding bulls and high-quality steers for both the registered and commercial herds.”
Beyond the recognition Boehler has received for the quality of cattle he raises, he is widely recognized for his passion for the industry and the breed.
“JJ has one of the most unique cow herds in the breed, winning national titles across the country and raising influential livestock,” Lori Brown of Dwight, Kansas, says. “Titles mean little to the humble breeder though. One drive through the pastures with him, you can see the spark and pride in his eye. A true breed promoter – for good stock and good people.”
These accomplishments are significant, but what sets Boehler apart is his integrity and passion. A man of not many words, his drive to grow the Gelbvieh breed with friends, family and future breeders, as well as his work behind the scenes, speaks volumes.
“He is honest, hardworking and unselfish,” Jeff Swanson of Oxford, Nebraska, says. “But most of all, he is a good friend and an excellent choice for the American Gelbvieh Association’s Hall of Fame.”
Champions Selected at American Royal Gelbvieh and Balancer® Junior Breeding Heifer Show
Lincoln, Nebraska – The 2021 American Royal Gelbvieh and Balancer® Junior Breeding Heifer Show was held on Saturday, October 9, 2021, in Kansas City, Missouri. The Junior Breeding Heifer show consisted of 32 Gelbvieh and Balancer® females evaluated by judge John McCurry of Burrton, Kansas.
Grand champion junior breeding heifer was CBRO Journey 2076H owned by Cody Brown of Dwight, Kansas. This heifer was born April 4, 2020 and was sired by XXB Primo 541E ET first claiming the title of champion junior yearling heifer.
Reserve grand champion junior breeding heifer went to MGA DI Leading Lady 042H owned by Ellie Bowman of Lewis, Kansas. Born June 1, 2020 and sired by PVF Metropolis 8178, this heifer first claimed the title of champion intermediate heifer.
2021 Gelbvieh and Balancer® Junior Breeding Heifer Show
American Royal
October 9, 2021
Kansas City, Missouri
Division Champions and Reserves:
Champion Spring Heifer Calf
JNCC 123J
Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.
Sire: GHGF Air Force F21
Reserve Champion Spring Heifer Calf
KARR Rumfelts Ms. Daphne J134A
Karley Rumfelt, Phillipsburg, Mo.
Sire: GHGF Man O’ War F825
Champion Junior Heifer Calf
MDR Clara Allen 102J ET
Cameron Nowack, Bland, Mo.
Sire: DCSF Post Rock Power Built 37B8
Reserve Champion Junior Heifer Calf
KARS Black Pearl 83J
Karson Brooks, Bennet, Neb.
Sire: JRI Probity 254D28
Champion Senior Heifer Calf
AMT 104H
Cody Clary, Saluda, S.C.
Sire: EGL Encore E7166
Reserve Champion Senior Heifer Calf
BTCC Holly H011
Avarielle Hightower, Lacynge, Kan.
Sire: HIGH Indestructable 9F2 ET
Champion Intermediate Heifer
MGA DI Leading Lady 042H
Ellie Bowman, Lewis, Kan.
Sire: PVF Metropolis 8178
Reserve Champion Intermediate Heifer
GSCC Annie B H026
Kaycee Brown, Dwight, Kan.
Sire: EGL Lifeline B101
Champion Junior Yearling Heifer
CBRO Journey 2076H
Cody Brown, Dwight, Kan.
Sire: XXB Primo 541E ET
Reserve Champion Junior Yearling
VLK Drip Drop H027
Jentry Johnson, Maquoketa, Iowa
Sire: VLK Young Gun C503
Grand Champion Junior Breeding Heifer
CBRO Journey 2076H
Cody Brown, Dwight, Kan.
Sire: XXB Primo 541E ET
Reserve Grand Champion Junior Breeding Heifer
MGA DI Leading Lady 042H
Ellie Bowman, Lewis, Kan.
Sire: PVF Metropolis 8178
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Gelbvieh Association to Celebrate 50th Anniversary in Oklahoma City
Lincoln, Nebraska – The American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) will host the 2021 AGA National Convention and 50th Anniversary Celebration December 8-10, 2021, in Oklahoma City at the Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel.
Gelbvieh enthusiasts will gather in Oklahoma to celebrate the AGA’s golden anniversary and reflect on the Association’s past 50 years. The AGA was formed on June 28, 1971, in Oklahoma, when the AGA founders filed the articles of incorporation. From its beginnings in 1971, spurred by the potential impact found in importing Gelbvieh semen from Germany, the AGA has grown into a progressive beef cattle breed association whose members produce genetics suited for today’s beef industry.
Convention events will include committee meetings, annual meeting, educational workshops, and industry tour of the Stockyards City including the Oklahoma National Stockyards, Shorty’s Caboy Hattery, and Boxcar Woody. The convention will also host the annual Cattlemen’s Profit Roundup educational symposium where industry-leading speakers will discuss the topic of sustainability.
In addition, evening events such as the kick-off reception and the bull pen session will be a great opportunity to mingle with Gelbvieh enthusiasts, share stories, and celebrate this great milestone. Convention rounds out with the awards banquet to celebrate the recipients of the commercial producer of the year and breeder of the year awards as well as honor individuals who have made a lasting impact on the Gelbvieh breed through the AGA Hall of Fame induction.
Oklahoma City, The Modern Frontier™, is known for its combination of Native American history and Western Culture. The convention site, Sheraton Oklahoma City Downtown Hotel, is a short walk from Bricktown’s wealth of dining and entertainment opportunities, which makes it the perfect site to host AGA’s golden anniversary celebration!
Make plans to join the AGA in Oklahoma, December 8-10, 2021, as we celebrate the past 50 years and look toward the next 50. Event registration and details are available on Gelbvieh.org.
Strackeljahn Chosen as AGJA Ambassador for 2021-2022
Lincoln, Nebraska – Congratulations to Kate Strackeljahn, Saint James, Missouri, for being selected as the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA) ambassador for 2021-2022.
Strackeljahn is a 7th Grader at St. James Middle School in Saint James. In addition to her new role as ambassador, she is actively involved in her local Country Kids 4-H Club, where she served as Secretary from 2018-2019 and currently serves as the Royal 4-H Club secretary. Aside from showing cattle, Kate is an active participant in the poultry project and the local livestock and horse judging teams. An honor roll student, Kate was a 2020 state-level qualifier finishing in the top 15 within the state of Missouri for Math League.
“At my first classic in Springfield, Mo., I learned that this association is not just about showing cattle, it is about growing youth to sustain and grow the Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics. I learned that the American Gelbvieh Junior Association is one big family. I want to improve my leadership skills and serve this great association,” Strackeljahn says.
The AGJA created the ambassador program to encourage and support youth development in the breed’s activities. The ambassador will represent the AGJA at Gelbvieh functions throughout the year, including shows at the local, regional, state, and national levels.
We wish Kate luck in her role as the 2021-2022 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.
