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Vol. 52, No 2- 2021
Missouri Holstein Association
President Ryan Bilyeu 6 MO Dairy News
Vice President Scott Wilson
Secretary/Treasurer Jodi Wright 8 Missouri State Convention
Director at Large John Schoen
Junior Advisors Shannon Kleiboeker
Katie Wantland
10 Missouri Holstein Juniors
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13 BAA List
Missouri Jersey Association 15 John Cooper
President Dean Dohle
Vice President Marc Delong 16 College of the Ozarks
Secretary/ Treasurer Diane Gettle
417-880-8999 • dmgettle@yahoo.com 19 CThe Next Step on your Farm
President
Missouri Guernsey Association
Kenlee Calvin
22 Cow Camp/All-Breeds Youth Heifer Show
Secretary/Treasurer
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Cindy Wilson 28 Fly Control
Missouri Brown Swiss Association
President Adrian Buff
Vice president Stephanie Bos
Secretary/treasurer Karla Grimm
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President
Missouri Ayrshire Association
Karen Coleman
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Vice President Brent Unnasch
Secretary Chuck Scoon
Treasurer Jeff Jensen
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Missouri Shorthorn Association
President Sam Crawford
Vice President Scott Gardner
Secretary/Treasurer Sally Burd
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Vice Chairman Alfred Brandt
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We hope everyone managed through the crazy cold and
snow that mother nature threw at us. It was definitely
a trying time to be an agriculture producer in Missouri
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or our neighboring states. Our thoughts were with each MARCH
and everyone as we ourselves pushed through the frigid 15-MO Holstein Annual Membership Dues Payable
cold days. We are looking forward to Spring and warmer
temperatures. Pastures are starting to green up and we
could not be more excited!
APRIL
1-Deadline to signup for Holstein Classification
In addition, we would like to extend our gratitude to the 5-10 Southern Spring National, Stillwater
breeders and businesses that have chosen to advertise with 13-Lenzview Dairy Dispersal at Scotland County Livestock,
us. Your continued support makes this magazine possible Memphis, MO
as it continues to grow each issue. Our next issue will be 15-MHA dues LATE and require addiotnal $10/adult late fee
handed out at the National Holstein Convention for a much 15-17 Ozark Jubilee Sale, online only cowbuyer.com
bigger audience to view. Make sure your farm or business 24-Mason Dairy Farm Dispersal at farm, Kingfisher, OK
is included.
Look for new things in this issue including, a photo contest,
MAY
a recipe, and new article contributors. We hope to continue 1-Cow Camp Registeration Deadline
to expand these sections and look forward to our next issue 15-MO All Breeds Heifer Youth Show Entry Deadline
in June celebrating Dairy Month! 20-the Pulsator Ad Deadline
21-Photo Contest Entries Due
26-28 State Holstein Calf Sale in conjunction with Cow Camp
29- Missouri All-Breeds Youth Heifer Show
JUNE
Holstein and Guernsey Classification
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1-MHA Membership dues received after June 1 are not eligible for
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State ConventionHighlights
Missouri Holstein January 14-15, 2021 The Lodge at Port Arrowhead, Lake Ozark, MO
Association Changes in the state dairy leadership and an unprecedented year in regards to Covid
changed our annual state convention a little bit in 2021. The newly formed “Missouri
Dairy” group hosted the Expo this year and due to costs and some restrictions
moved the event to the Lake of the Ozarks for 2021. Friday contained visiting with
vendors, luncheon speaker, MO Dairy business meeting and an evening social of
washers and a meal. All breeds were invited to present awards and The Holstein
Association presented their annual awards on Friday evening. Saturday was host
to breed association meetings. The Holstein Juniors had a speech runoff and their
annual meeting and the Holstein adults hosted their annual meeting.
Missouri Holstein 105th Annual Meeting Highlights
AmyJo Estes, State Fair: reported that nothing is official yet, but that commissioners are meeting the end of the month. They are planning on
a 2021 fair. State fair is looking into a more robust leasing opportunity for youth to show. AmyJo encouraged each exhibitor to contact their
commissioners if they feel that OEF is friendlier with exhibitors than state fair and want to get things changed. They listen to you the exhibitor.
Holstein Association, USA, Tim Ewing: stated that Steve Peterson has retired and Barry Cavett filled the position. Tim is now also covering OK.
Holstein has released the new national BAA rankings for 2020. Tim has moved and has new address.
Old Business: JC Penney Guernsey herd: Alfred Brandt: reported that an industry wide committee at MU recommended that the JC Penney
Guernsey herd be transferred to NW MO State Univ. This recommendation passed and the animals have been transferred and are settling in
nicely. Seems to be a win - win for both universities and the state.
University Extension, Reagan Bluel: reported that as of August 1st Reagan is the interim head of the SW Station in Mt. Vernon. Programming
has slowed due to COVID. She also has a roll in the research center. A Grazing school is scheduled at the SW Center in March and have an AI
school scheduled. Programming for 2021 has not yet been scheduled.
MO Dairy: Reagan Bluel explained the formation of the new statewide MO Dairy organization. Previously the state had two representative dairy
groups: Missouri Dairy Association and the Missouri Dairy Industry Alliance. In 2020 both groups disbanded and a new singular group formed
named Missouri Dairy (MO Dairy). The 2021 Dairy Expo event was their first official activity with their first official business meeting where they
accepted bylaws and approved resolutions. Reagan Bluel was hired as the Education director only. A separate legislative lobbyist will be hired in
2021.
Dairy Hall of Honors: Traditional presentation in February will not happen this year. Hopefully a presentation later in the year if COVID clears
up. Announcement of winners to be released later in 2021.
2021 Sale:
Jason Ewing stated that the sale proposal is to have a tag-type show age heifer sale in conjunction with 4-H Dairy Cow Camp. MHA will be
working with Ted and Karla on details.
Some of the main points:
- Tag-type sale
- Open to consignments from other breeds. However this is sponsored by MHA and all commission will remain with MHA.
- Open to adults purchasing as well.
- Would like details and at least some consignments to be printed in the March Pulsator. So time is limited.
- Thinking about a lower commission.
Field Day: Looking for a volunteer for 2021. Currently we do not have anyone lined up. Please contact Jodi if you are interested.
Pulsator Expansion: Shannon Kleiboeker reported on the progress of the first two issues in the new magazine format that is mailed to all MO
Grade A dairies and to MHA members. A max of two per farm is sent. Have encouraged all breeds to participate. Main problem has been
the delivery through USPS. All printers and mailers and postal officers state that slow down due to COVID and election. Shannon welcomes
suggestions and corporate businesses advertisers.
New Officers: President: Ryan Bilyeu; Secretary: Jodi Wright; VP: Scott Wilson; Director at Large: John Schoen; At Large Board Member: Jason
Ewing
Finance Report: Moved around CD’s in accordance with finance committee recommendations. Had a net even year with finances.
Junior Advisors: Katie Wantland and Shannon Kleiboeker will share duties and be co-leaders.
Missouri Holstein Districts: Discussed moving some district lines based on changes in the state. The membership and board approved the
moving of 3 counties from the Northeast district of Cooper, Moniteau and Morgan counties to move to be part of the West Central District. Just a
reminder: If you live in a county that borders another district you already have the choice to be a member of that district. Also, every member is
welcome to attend any district meeting that is convenient for them regardless of location.
REMINDER: Missouri Holstein state dues are payable at this time & Pulsator Subscriptions.
We welcome everyone to be a member and support the dairy industry: professionals, all breed affiliations, herd owners, industry
representatives, and dairy supporters! A late fee applies after April 15. So enroll today.
Downloadable forms or online payment at missouriholstein.com or contact Jodi Wright at jwright@missouriholstein.com 417-743-2921.
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The Missouri Holstein Association would like to thank all the attendees for braving the weather
and attending the 2021 State Holstein Convention at Lake of the Ozarks. We gave out many
awards and enjoyed the commrodiry with our fellow members.
We would also like to thank all of the sponsors for their continued
support and Missouri Dairy for hosting this event.
Top Left: Monique Turner receiving Junior All-Missouri Award; Left to R: Sammi Justice receiving Junior All-
Missouri Award; Juniors receiving Junior All-Missouri Award; Scott Wilson receiving an All-Missouri award;
Juniors at their meeting; Ryan Bilyeu receiving 2020 futurity awards for College of the Ozarks; Holstein members
watch awards; Kiera Groves receiving 2020 Cow of the Year for Groves-Vu. Holstein President, Tommy Scrivner
speaking; Juniors posing for a photo; Lila Wantland receiving an All-Missouri award; Tom Oelrich speaking at MO
Dairy meeting; ; Members at convention; Colton Kleiboeker receiving an All-Missouri award; Bottom Left: Blake
Wright receiving a Junior All-Missouri award; Jacoby representative, Greg Scheer speaking; Reagan Bluel and Tom
Oelrich updating members on MO Dairy.
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MAY 28-29
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Juniors will be running a concession stand at the heifer
show May 29th in Freistatt, MO. We will be using this as a
fundraiser for the year so please plan to come help.
Juniors, please bring a silent auction item to the MO Holstein
State Sale May 28th the silent Auction will be held during the
heifer show on Sat.
Congratulations
2021 Missouri Holstein Princess Lila Wantland
2021 Missouri Holstein Miss Monique Turner
Jr All Missouri Reminders
2021 Missouri Holstein Miss Runner-Up Sophie Geppert Show season is right around the corner!
Juniors will be using the point system
Please note:
2021-2022 Junior Holstein Officers Missouri Holstein Dues must be paid by June 1st
President: Blake Wright Animals must be owned and transferred by July 15
Vice- President: Whitney Yernia Animals must be shown by a junior throughout the entire class to
qualify for points.
Secretary: Lila Wantland Points will be given for placings at District Shows and the Holstein
SW Reporter: Sammi Justice State Show
NE Reporter: Sophie Geppert
WC Reporter: Molly Melzer For the complete set of rules,
please see missouriholstein.com
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John Cooper Award Winners
Karl Mueller, MN 1992
1993 Norm Bayless, OK
Lloyd Boyd, MO 1994
1996 Gary Mies, KS
Joe King, MO 1997
1998 Duane Weatherly, MO
Karla Spencer Deaver, MO 1999
2001 Robert Yeoman, KS
Fred Chitwood, OK 2002
2006 Bobby Griggs, OK
David Jones, OK 2007
2008 Kate Geppert, MO
John E. Cooper Jeff Schenk, OK 2009
2010 Bruce Tencleve, AR
1918-2000 Brett Morris, OK 2011
2012 Stanley Haedge, TX
“John E. Cooper was one of the leading
proponents of the Missouri Holstein Stacy Dohle, MO 2013
industry through his years of devoted 2014 Roy Buessing, KS
service both on a state and national Todd Mason, OK 2015
level.”
2016 Rob & Lisa Leach, KS
Adapted from the book Henry Zapalac, TX 2017
“Celebrating 100 Years of Missouri 2018 Tom & Angie Meyer, OK
Holstein”
By: John Underwood John Koster, TX 2019
2020 Moved to fall
Director of Extension, National Holstein due to Covid-19
Association (1955-1961)
President, Missouri Holstein Association
(1965-1966) In 1981, the Southern National Show and Sale series began, with
Secretary, Missouri Holstein Association John as a major factor in its inception. Missouri breeders wanted
(1952 – 1954 and 1971 – 1985) to show that the quality of Missouri consignments matched the
Missouri Distinguished Service Award quality available from other states, and that Missouri was a place
where superior Holstein genetics were available. In 1988 the Southern
National was classified as an Official National Holstein Show.
1989
“Admired as a leader, efficient, capable, and meticulous in detail, he
has given endlessly of his time, talent and heart for the improvement In 1992, the Southern National show began providing a new award, the
and growth of the Missouri Holstein Association. We salute his “John Cooper Award,” to honor John E. Cooper and his tireless efforts to
make the Southern National a reality. The award is given to an individual
who exemplifies outstanding support and assistance with the Southern
devotion to duty and hold in high esteem his respect and friendship.”
John was born in Greene County, MO, and lived on a dairy farm. He National.
graduated from Ash Grove High School in 1935, and attended the
University of Missouri. He was on the 1938 dairy judging team, and In 1988 John was instrumental in establishing the Dairy Hall of Honors
graduated in 1939 with a degree in Agriculture. in the Animal Science Research Center at the University of Missouri.
John’s honors were numerous. He was named an Honorary American
He served from 1939 to 1942 as assistant county agent in Cass and Farmer by the National FFA in 1977, and recognized by the Missouri
Jackson Counties. In 1942 he became plant manager for Adams Dairy, Dairy Hall of Honors, and other agricultural organizations. He was
Blue Springs, MO. In 1955 he was named Director of Extension for the honored as the 1990 Missouri Alumnus of the year from the School of
Agriculture, University of Missouri. For many years, when the Southern
National was in Springfield, the John E. Cooper Award was given to
Holstein Association, Brattleboro, VT. He and his family moved there.
For several years while serving in that position, his picture would often
be seen in the Holstein Friesian World giving awards or other types of an individual who exhibited outstanding service and devotion to the
recognition to worthy recipients. He penned several articles relating to Southern National Show and sale.
the betterment of the Holstein breed that were published in Holstein
Friesian World. John died in April, 2000, at the age of 81, and was buried near Ozark.
Jane Cooper passed away less than a year later in February 2001, and was
On May 8, 1961, his beloved wife, Clara Lou, age 41, passed away, after buried beside her first husband in Kentucky. The passing of John and
a long illness. Soon after, John resigned his position and moved with Jane was deeply felt by Missouri Holstein breeders and national industry
their two teenage daughters back to Missouri, undoubtedly to receive leaders. The Missouri Holstein Association has carried on. Like the
passing of T. A. Burgeson, Scott Meyer, and Dr. Harry Herman, John has
left big shoes to fill.
the support of family and friends. He returned to Adams Dairy in Blue
Springs to become vice president and general manager. At the time,
Adams Dairy processed milk from 6,000 cows, including its own 120-
cow dairy on 300 acres of land.
During that time, he met Jane Lawrence Cooper, widow of Kentucky Karl Mueller, MN, center, shown
dairyman, C.B. Cooper. On Dec 31, 1962, they married and remained receiving the John Cooper Award.
at Adams Dairy. In 1967, John and Jane purchased a ranch near Ozark The Cooper Award was established
to start a dairy farm. They called it Triple C Ranch and their prefix to award outstanding supporters
of the Southern National. Left to
was JoCoMo. He served as editor of the Missouri Holstein Journal and right: Roy Parsons, John Cooper,
Mueller, Meleah Spencer and
the executive secretary of the Missouri Holstein Association for two SueAnn Steele.
separate terms. John and his wife Jane worked tirelessly promoting the
Missouri Holstein Association.
In 1974, under John’s guidance, the Ozark Spring Classic sales began,
which became a major spring sale for project calves and young milking
cows. In the mid 1970’s, the Missouri Association, again under John’s Photo top left: Joe King, Ray Zerr, unknown member and John Cooper, Top Right: 1997
direction, became more involved in the export of surplus Missouri cattle, John Cooper Award Winner: Joe King, Clever, MO, 1996 John Cooper Award Winner:
providing welcome funds for Holstein Activities. Gary Mies, KS with Jane and John. the Pulsator 15C
O N estled down in southwest Missouri at Point
Lookout lays College of the Ozarks. This
college aims to offer a Christian rooted
top-notch education while giving students hands-
on experience and the opportunity to earn their
degrees debt free. The college has nick-named
themselves “Hard Work U,” making student work
Isabelle Wick, Senior Pre-Vet Major looks at
her experience at the college with tremendous
gratitude. Wick explains, “Working at the C of O
Dairy has been a real one-of-a-kind experience.
While I work there to pay for tuition, it is more
of a hands-on extension of the classroom where I
can see the real-life application of the material I
learn in my classes. I’ve been able to rotate through
many of the different aspects of a dairy operation
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and experience the top of their priorities. There from milking cows to operating equipment for
are many agricultural opportunities on the college, a well-rounded education. The dairy has offered
but one of the most notable to us is the W. Alton me several amazing opportunities that I might not
Jones Dairy. have experienced elsewhere such as dairy judging,
exhibiting cows at the state fair, and participating in
The farm operates on the college campus and the the Midwest Regional
herd consists of 140 Dairy Challenge.”
head of Ayrshires, Working at the C of O Dairy has been a
Jerseys, and real one-of-a-kind experience. What do they do with
Holsteins. They are
currently milking 47 -Isabelle Wick, Senior Pre-Vet Major their milk? The farm
processes 50 percent
head in a 6 stall by of the milk for the
pass barn. Ryan Bilyeu, Herd Manager, considers campus, offering flavors including chocolate,
the dairy a hybrid dairy, with the cattle having strawberry, root beer, cotton candy, cappuccino,
access to pasture and a total mixed ration. They eggnog, chocolate, and peanut butter. Their milk is
harvest their silage from a 50-acre lake bottom also available to the public, and can be purchased
field. Cattle are fed corn and wheat silage and at Edwards Mill and General Store located on the
have pasture access to bar-optima fescue with Campus. This store offers a variety of student
white clover, rye, ryegrass and BMR Sudan. produced products from other agriculture areas as
well. The Keeter Center, located on the campus
O
Although the cattle are the staple to any dairy, of College of the Ozarks offers an event center,
this operation is extremely reliant on the students dining and lodging, while also using products
who work on the dairy. The 32 students that are from the ag department at C of O. These places
currently involved play a huge role, completing
most of the daily and seasonal tasks to help things
run smoothly. These students perform all the
normal actions on a dairy including, milking, feed
mixing, calf feeding, bottling milk, assisting with
animal health procedures, and setting pastures
for rotational grazing. Bilyeu says, the students
do “A LOT.” This experience helps to prepare
them for the future whether it be on a dairy or
management. Students are engaged in the entire
process, beginning with grass in the ground and
ending as milk on your table.
16 the Pulsatoroffer opportunity for the community to
enjoy products from the college. Wick
expands, “With C of O being a tourist
attraction, I’ve found it incredible to be
part of dairy advocacy and sharing what I
know about the dairy with visitors as they
watch us milk the cows and feed calves,
and hopefully leaving with them a love
for dairy.”
Outside of the daily chores, students are
offered a variety of other ways to involve
themselves further in the industry off
the farm. One of the things they take
pride in includes the students competing
in the Midwest Dairy Challenge. This
challenge tests student’s knowledge, time
management, and decision-making skills were named first place in production to develop their leadership skills to prepare
when it comes to running and improving for the futurity with C-OF-O Mogul them for management jobs in the future.
a dairy operation. C of O has six students Delilah Jeff. C-OF-O Hero Tina Ann was Some of the fun opportunities the students
competing this year. In 2020, seven recognized as the 2019 Cow of the Year get to be involved with is showing at State
students competed including Amanda by the Missouri Holstein Association. fairs, competing in the Midwest dairy
Vance who was on the first-place team. C of O recently earned a BAA of 108.5 challenge, and also attending World
This competition aims to demonstrate from Holstein USA. This BAA ranks Dairy Expo.”
a student’s ability to run a farm and them 2nd in the nation for College and
puts them front and center with mock University Herds. College of the Ozark’s W. Alton Jones
management decisions. dairy has a lot more to offer students than
When asked why a student should join just classroom lessons and assignments.
Students are also given the opportunity the team at C of O, Bilyeu explains, If you are looking for an experience rather
to exhibit the college’s registered cattle “College of the Ozarks gives students than just an education, one might definitely
at shows including the Ozark Empire the opportunity to graduate debt-free by consider the programs this school offers.
Fair, Missouri State Fair and the Arkansas working at hands-on workstations to pay Student Kelsie Orr says, “Working at
State Fair. These shows help to further for their tuition. The dairy is one of these the dairy at C of O is the highlight of my
the student’s education on genetics, options. The dairy gives students a better day. After a long day of classes, it’s nice
breeding, and cattle selection. Producing understanding on how to operate a dairy to come and learn new things and work
a herd with high quality genetics, while farm. Developing skills such as attention around the animals, it’s my stress reliever!
focusing on production and type has been to detail with animal health. Student learn I’m so glad for the opportunities I’ve
brought C of O into the spotlight. Notable about nutrition, reproduction, and pasture had at W Alton Jones dairy and all the
show results for the dairy program include management. They also get to see the knowledge I’ve gained and I’m especially
receiving first place in the 2020 Missouri dairy industry full circle by processing and thankful for the managers who are over
Holstein 3-Year-Old Futurity with their bottling our own milk produced here on the dairy. It truly is my happy place at
cow C-OF-O Defiant Sunny. They also campus. Students also have the availability College of the Ozarks!”
the Pulsator 17PHOTO CONTEST
Photos will be accepted through
May 21, 2021
Photographers may submit up to three entries per category,
and the entries must show some aspect of agriculture including
food production or agritourism.
Divisions:
Phone Photos To enter:
12 and under Email images to Jenna at mopulsator2@gmail.com
Junior 13-18 Subject line: Pulsator Photo Contest
Senior 18 and over With photo please include: Name, Division, address, phone number
and a portrait of yourself.
Winners will be announced and published in the summer issue of Elijah James Wilson was born
High-Resolution the Pulsator. December 10, 2020 to the parents
12 and under Submit up to three JPG/JPEG digital files per category no later than of Scott and Jenna Wilson. Eli
Junior 18 and under MAY 21, 2021 was 7pounds 2ounces. Scott
and Jenna are so excited to have
Senior 18 and over another beautiful boy to complete
* Age as of January 1, 2021 Submitting your photo(s) is an agreement of all terms and
their family.
conditions set forth in the guidelines.
Rules:
•Photos must show some aspect of dairy production including but not limited to; livestock, products, landscape,
and individuals.
•Photos must have been produced in Missouri since January 1, 2020, by the person submitting the image.
•Limit of three entries per photographer. We love to hear about our members and
•Significant digital manipulation of photos, digital signatures and watermarks are not allowed. Normal celebrate their lives. If you have news for
cropping, color correction, etc. are acceptable. us please contact Shannon or Jenna. We
•Photos entered in the contest may appear in “the Pulsator,” and/or on the Missouri Holstein website and would love to inlcude your stories.
Facebook page.
•Entries will be judged on visual impact, creativity, memorable content and image quality.
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We feed dicad diets, check milk, blood, and their sense of identity and makes transition
urine for PH Keto levels and work on all difficult. It can leave them with the feeling
things for a cow to have a successful start. of not controlling their destiny or the farms
But, do you ever think about the business future path. A successful business transition
or farm that has been the work of several should begin by picking out the worker or
generations and how it will continue and family member that has a drive to succeed
transition to the next generation? The general and recognize the skills they can offer. As
age of the world population in ownership senior members of an operation, we should
assets and property are aging quickly. recognize that person and build on their drive
and skill. To further these skills, additional money. Never treat the next generation
Therefore, the question is, are you thinking training is available in many leadership or mentor as just labor, it may lead to an
ahead to the next twenty or thirty years? Do organizations such as Professional Dairy undesirable outcome down the road. As
you have two things: a successful operation Producers of Wisconsin. This is an excellent the next generation increases their interest,
and a takeover plan for the next team? I say source of education. they should be included in some of the
team, because maybe you don’t have family farm’s discussions. These discussions may
to continue the business but there is a good Transition is never a fast process unless it include financial decisions and planning
employee who can handle the next step. involves a termination or illness. It takes time. improvements or cost-cutting measures. As
Maybe he or she is able to slowly take over Remember, it can’t happen in one month they become more knowledgeable, include
or invest in the operation. or even one year. Do not micromanage! A them in year-end reports and cash flows
person will try harder and be confident if for next year. Also look at tax implications
Mentoring a next owner is a long process. you teach them what you want and how to for previous years and examine why an
Our dairy business, beef business, ANY kind do it and leave them alone! Yes, you need to operation does what it does. They need to be
of business needs to be proactive for the check up on them until you have confidence informed and not in the dark as to what is
future. We do not always need to shut the in them and there is no procedural drift. going on. Financial responsibility is always
door or tear down the operation. If we do not Respect, reinforcement and compliments go good to start at a young age. That first truck,
act when there is opportunity for the future, a long way. Over time, the next generation first loan for animals or property to rent are
then what we have done could have been all will develop the confidence and ability to run all excellent life lessons.
for nothing! The mindset of “don’t give it things smoothly.
a chance” has got to change. The operation So, the road of transition is sometimes rocky
may need work, but to ambitious people it’s You can start the process when family and slow. It has more benefits than potholes.
a chance for the operation to continue for members are starting to understand just The main message for this subject should be
years if we do it right. One could consider simple chores with mom or dad. It shows communication. Communication between
charging less than the current rates for them at a young age the satisfaction of all involved in the upper management of the
land and facilities or the whole package to completing a job and interest grows from operation, that’s the start.
secure transition to young operators. The there. Remember, praise to a younger
person means more than any amount of
John Schoen operates Schoen Farms in the Missouri bootheel at Oakridge, MO. Schoen Farms is
a multigenerational operation that was handed down by parents Marvin and LaFern. Currently the
operation includes John’s sister Cathy and husband David and children along with John and his wife
Terri and children. Schoen farms is looking to be successful for the next generation. John has also
spent many years serving on corporate dairy boards including 15 years on the Prairie Farms corporate
board and has served as their president.
John Shoen, Kyle and David Hemmann, Matt Shoen; Front: Marvin Shoen, Corvin Shoen, and Bart.
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the Pulsator 21Deadline for application is May 1 Cow Camp
Enrollment is limited and will be first come first serve.
Registration may be completed via 4-H online. May 26-28, 2021
Schedule of Events
Check or cash payment must be mailed to
PO Box 388, Mount Vernon, MO 65712.
No credit card payments will be accepted for this event.
Wednesday, May 26
Camp fee $50.00
12:30 p.m. Registration at Fair Grounds
Friday, May 28
1:30 p.m. Orientation
7:00a.m. Prepare animals for
2:45 p.m Clipping Demonstration
Showmanship contest
2:45-5:45 p.m Wash, clip, workshops
8:00 am Oral reasons
5:45 p.m Dinner
Objectives:
10:00 a Showmanship Contest
6:15-7:45 p.m. Clip, workshops
8:00 p.m. Depart Fairgrounds
LUNCH
1:00 pm Awards
1. Increase the knowledge of youth about care and management of Thursday, May 27
1:30 p.m Wash/clean up
dairy animals. 7:30-12:00 Wash/groom animals
2:30 pm Cattle for show arrive
2. Develop awareness of the ethical issues in care of dairy animals. Quiz games, workshops
7:00 pm Ice Cream Social
3. Increase the awareness of issues in the dairy industry. LUNCH
1:15 p.m Clipping/workshops
4. Increase life skill development of participating youth. 4:30 p.m. Judging/Reasons workshops
Saturday, May 29
5. Certify youth in Show-Me Quality Assurance. 5:00 p.m. Feed/Bed down animals
10:00 am All Breeds Heifer Show
(optional event new for 2021)
Dinner at Grounds
For more information, contact 6:00 p.m. Evening work session and
Karla Deaver 417-466-3102 judging contest
Or deaverk@missouri.edu Depart Fairgrounds
Parents and family members are invited to watch the showmanship
competition at 10 am on Friday, May 28. Lunch will be served following Headquarter Hotel:
the contest. Lunch is provided for cow campers, helpers, and workshop Quality Inn
presenters. Parents and others will need to pre-purchase a lunch ticket for 1125 E Daniel Dr
$10 each. Mount Vernon, MO 65712
Lodging is not provided in camp fee for 2021 due to COVID
Cow camp entry and health information can be found on modifications. A block of rooms has been reserved for those who need
missouriholstein.com hotel accommodations. To reserve your room, contact the hotel above at
417-466-4511. Ask for dairy cow camp rate of $67. Please contact Karla
Deaver if you require further assistance or have questions regarding
overnight accommodations or transportation.
22 the PulsatorKARLA
FOR SALE:
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I look forward to supplying your semen needs Holstein Springer Heifers DHIA,
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Email: rayschooley@centurytel.net the Pulsator 23ILLINOIS ALL-BREED PDCA CALF SALE 2021
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GUERNSEY Dix-Lee Flynn Fairy
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26 theECM Bulk tank average of 75.9#
Pulsator
-login to bid!Growing up in southwest Missouri in the 1970’s, I enjoyed going to the
many farm dispersal auctions and consignment sales, particularly this
time of year.
I didn’t realize it at the time, but it was a time of transition for the dairy
industry as the experts kept preaching the “Get Big or Get Out” mantra.
There were sales happening everywhere and once I was old enough to
drive legally in 1976, I wanted to join in on the fun.
My first experience working on sale crew was the Heart of the Ozarks
Jersey Sale in Springfield, which was managed by Evans and Roland
Reese of Waco, TX. I don’t recall being well paid for my labor and
quickly decided to switch to Holstein sales crews because that is where
the big money was.
Next thing you know, I’m working sales in Oklahoma for Southwest
Dairy Sales (George Yeoman and Associates,) Texas Sales for Jack Kay
of Buda, TX at the Houston Stock Show and the San Antonio Show,
while being well paid and enjoying the experience.
Other Sales managers in the region were Bob Braswell of Ozark, Missouri
who had a full calendar of events, Bill Bredemier of NE Kansas, the
weekly dairy auctions of Blansit Dairy Sales of Ozark, Missouri and
many others.
At some point around 1980 or thereabouts, the new partnership of
Burton-Fellers came on the scene and before long, I was employed by
them at the Colorado State Sale, the Nebraska State Sale, Kansas State
Sale and a plethora of farm dispersal sales such as The Boulder Valley
Holstein Farm owned by the Beauprez Family of Boulder, CO.
It was a great experience for a poor kid from McDonald County to travel
and see some great cattle and make lifelong friendships.
I should also mention Robert Yeoman and Steve Massey among the other
sales managers who employed me and I am still friends with Robert
and Janice Perry, Rob Leach, Doug Unruh, Donald Richardson, Mike
Wilson, and Red Pendergrass who all shared the auction experience with
me back then.
I always felt like we were part of a circus that traveled from town to
town. We’d arrive on the farm first and clip all the cows and give them
new ear tags to match their place in the sale catalog. Then the tent guy
would show up and we’d help set the tent, the folding chairs, the sale ring
until the sale crew arrived.
On auction day we’d push cattle into the ring, listen to the auctioneer,
the pedigree man, and watch the ring men coax one more bid out of the
crowd. I always thought Bobby Griggs was the best one for that job and
the most entertaining.
I thought those times would never end but they sure did. The industry
evolved with embryo and video auctions without the presence of live
animals. Private sales of entire herds became common as well as tag
sales of fancy cattle.
And now, you might see small herd dispersals happening at the
Springfield, MO sale barn with Doug Thomas and Gary Estes condveting
the transactions.
Only a few traditional live auctions still happen in our region and as
I write this, The Southern National Show and Sale is coming up in
April at Stillwater, Oklahoma. I think I worked the very first Southern
National (if I remember correctly) in
Springfield, MO.
Things will always change and
they will always call it progress,
but I miss the excitement of a good
old fashioned bidding war. If I
have forgotten anyone from the
1970’s-1980’s era, send me an email
to pflimo@gmail.com and tell me
your memories and recollections.
Maybe we can discuss it in the next
“Pulsator” issue.
-Paul Kruse,
“Dairy Cattle Enthusiast” the Pulsator 27lies are one of the peskiest insects that any dairyman
F encounters. Control of these flying nuisances is
critical for any farmer since these tiny pests can
cause a lot of big issues. On dairies, they make for
Manure makes a great environment for flies to breed, but
they often find other suitable areas around the farm as well.
Do not overlook additional areas that flies may lay eggs.
uncomfortable cattle, cause a decrease in milk production, These include spoiled commodities, calf hutches, silage pits,
and will spread disease between cattle and even to humans. old wet hay, bedding pack, and feed trough areas. Bedding
It is estimated that flies can cause a 10-30% drop in milk choices also play a role in the success of fly breeding.
production. Spring and summer months provide a warm Materials such as straw and corn stover mix with manure
inviting atmosphere for these bugs to appear. As any dairy and urine to create a moist desirable environment for flies to
producer knows, a basic fly swatter will not do the trick. It breed. More frequent cleaning is needed when these types of
takes planning, investment and labor to control this pesky bedding are used. Sand, sawdust, wood shavings and ground
problem. corn cobs are alternate bedding types that have shown to play
a role in decreasing fly breeding success.
The first step in fly control begins with identifying the species
of fly that is threatening the operation. Although they are all In addition to cleanliness, the methods on keeping pests at bay
a nuisance, each species has distinct behavior and feeding vary greatly. Often more than one act of control is necessary
patterns. Determining which flies are the biggest threat to win the war against flies. Not every method works for
allows a producer to implement methods to control their every farm. Outside influences of weather and neighboring
specific infestation. farms also play a role in determining the best action to take
each year. Make sure to read and follow label directions of
Sanitation is the most important step in fly control and is any products used, as regulations are often changed, new
required no matter what additional methods a producer products get approval, and others are discontinued. Special
chooses. A fly’s population can quickly multiply. Manure attention should be given to make sure any product used on
on a dairy farm seems to stack up quickly, but keeping it and the milking herd is approved for lactating animals.
other decaying organic matter removed eliminates the flies
breeding area. Fresh manure provides an ideal environment Pour on fly control may be one of the most well-known
for flies to lay eggs. During her 30-day lifecycle a female methods. It is simple, but does take a large amount of time
fly can lay up to 1000 eggs. Removing, piling, drying and if you have many animals. Like other products, there is
harrowing are all common practices to keep the manure large variety of options on the market, containing varying
cleaned up. active ingredients. Some products offer additional control
of lice and mange mites making it a desirable option when
trying to consolidate treatments. Label reading is extremely
important because not all options are safe for lactating cattle.
Depending on the product they offer approximately a month
of fly control, and will require reapplication every month for
the best result.
Additives, such as Altosid, can be mixed or premixed into
feed or mineral for season-long control of fly populations.
These additives are considered larvicides or insect growth
regulators. The cow consumes the product and the manure
the cow produces will disrupt the life cycle of the fly by
interfering with the ability of the larvae to molt. It should
be implemented early in fly season which will deter a fly
population from growing. Then continued use is needed
throughout the entirety of fly season. Overall control depends
strictly on each animal to consume and distribute it through
their manure. Special attention must be given to other areas
of the farm to watch for additional breeding areas where flies
may still continue to breed and reproduce heavily.
A large variety of ear tags implanted with insecticide are
available on the market. Tags are simply placed in the
animal’s ear and the insecticide rubs off on it and surrounding
animals to help with the control of flies for approximately
12-15 weeks. Active ingredients vary with each product so
it is important to read the labels before purchasing or using.
28 the Pulsator Some, but not all are safe for lactating dairy animals andthe ingredients used can often determine which type of fly
they will be most useful against. Fly tags should be placed
when there are approximately 50-100 flies on each side of the
animal. By placing the tags after a fly population is present
it reduces the chance of the flies developing resistance to the
active ingredient. A rotation should also be used from year
to year, using tags with differing active ingredients, so that
resistance is avoided.
There are many residual sprays that are on the market for fly
control. These may be used in some circumstances to control
flies and other insects. Special attention must be given to how
these products are used on a dairy farm. While some are safe
for barns and loafing areas, not all are safe or approved for a vacuum system then collects them in a removable bag to
milk parlor or milk room use. Caution should also be taken to dispose of. Spalding Labs Cow-VAC TM. offers a vacuum
avoid contamination of milking equipment, food and water system that costs just over $7400.00.
sources for cattle. Correct dilution and rate of application
should also be carefully examined. Attacking the flies before they get the chance to become
adult flies and multiply is another way to combat the
If you are looking for a natural way to control flies, there problem naturally. Species of parasitic wasps serve as a
are several options making their way into widespread use. fly’s natural predator. These wasps attack during the pupal
Fly traps and natural predators are common natural ways stage of the fly and kill before an adult fly can lay additional
to control fly populations. The Bruce Trap is a mechanical eggs. The wasps do not bug your cattle or vegetation in the
fly trap designed to control horn flies without the use of pasture. Although these wasps are naturally occurring, they
insecticides. When placed in areas that a cow is forced to are often not found in large enough amounts to control a fly
walk through, it knocks the flies off the cow and then traps population and will need to be purchased and released by
them in a screened chamber. the producer. It is best to introduce these wasps early in the
season and their population should be replenished around
Fly vacuums take the Bruce trap to the next level by adding once a month. There are several varieties of wasps that may
a vacuum feature that gathers the flies. This is most effective be considered so work with your supplier to determine the
when trying to control a Horn Fly population. Horn Flies advantages and disadvantages of each one.
tend to stay on cattle rather than fly off when disturbed.
This system will help to reduce the numbers of other flies There is no blanket solution to controlling fly populations
including Stable Flies, Face flies and House Flies, but may on dairies. More than one method is often needed for fly
not offer complete control of their population. A Fly Vacuum control and what works for one, may not work for another.
system can be placed in the entry or exit of the milking parlor Work with your veterinarian, local farm supply store, talk to
and the cattle simply walk through it twice a day. As a cow other producers, do online product research, determine cost
walks through it blows the flies off of all parts of the cow into and assess availability of products to develop a fly plan and
that will work best for you.
4 most common species of fly found on a dairy operation
1. Horn fly: 3-5 mm long. It is one of the most economically damaging pests on an operation. Each fly has piercing/sucking mouthparts
which it uses to take 20-30 bloodmeals a day. It can be responsible for reduced weight gain, decreased feed efficiency and decreased
milk yields. Horn flies are half the size of house and stable flies, and are usually found congregating on the backs of cattle where they
rest between feedings
2. House fly: 6-9 mm long. This fly is dull gray in color. As a non-biting fly, it is often known as just a nuisance, aggravating livestock.
The threat from this fly comes from their ability to transmit pathogens between livestock and humans.
3. Face fly: 6-8 mm long. These flies typically gather around an animal’s eyes, mouth, and muzzle causing annoyance. They constantly
feed on the saliva, tears, and mucus in these areas. They are known to spread diseases, especially those affecting the eye.
4. Stable fly: 5-7 mm long. This fly has a distinct “checker-board” pattern on its abdomen. It has one of the most painful bites of any
bloodsucking insect and feeds mainly on the legs, sides, back and belly of cattle. It only takes one meal a day then spends its time
resting in surrounding areas. the Pulsator 29Hot milk Cake Ingredients:
½ cup butter
1 cup milk
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 eggs at room temperature
2 cups granulated sugar
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions SOUTHWEST MO
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HOLSTEIN ANNOUNCES
NEW TPI CHANGE
Holstein Association USA will implement an adjustment to the Total
Performance Index® (TPI®) formula in conjunction with the official
genetic evaluation run taking place in April 2021.
The April 2021 change enhances HAUSA’s existing Feed Efficiency
(FE$) formula by incorporating the new Feed Saved trait that was
released in December 2020. The economic assumptions used in the
formula have been updated to match the most current research done
by USDA-AGIL.
Feed costs can make up over half of the total costs on a dairy farm and
selecting for more feed-efficient cows can improve a farm’s bottom
line. Genetic selection for feed efficiency supports our industry
goals to reduce the overall environmental footprint associated with
producing a gallon of milk.
The formula for FE$ starting in April 2021 will be: ($0.0008 x Milk) +
($1.55 x Fat) + ($1.73 x Protein) + ($0.11 x Feed Saved)
The first three components of this formula reflect the extra profit
coming from cows producing more pounds of milk, fat, and protein.
The additional feed costs required to produce an extra pound of milk,
fat, and protein, have been subtracted from the income that farmers
receive for their milk. Component prices, reflecting primarily a cheese
market, have been updated. The trait Feed Saved includes information
based upon HAUSA’s Body Weight Composite and new data on dry
30 the Pulsator matter intake from CDCB. Every pound of feed saved returns a net
profit of eleven cents per cow per lactation.You can also read
