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2010 Missouri Holstein
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Everyone is Welcome! Groves-View Dairy is truly a
family affair. Originating in 1913 the farm continues with Lonnie & Donna Groves and their sons Todd and Brad and their families (and
extended) all taking part in the daily operation of the dairy. This mixed Registered Holstein
and Brown Swiss herd excels in milk production and type. With high rolling herd averages and multiple
contracts for embryos and bull studs Groves-View is truly an elite herd in Missouri. They welcome you
to join then for a day of fun, fellowship, and sharing at this year's field day! | ||||
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Schedule and Events:
Groves-View will display and demonstrate:
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Directions: Go 1 mile west of
Billings on Hwy 60 to caution light turn left farm is 3.5 miles on left I will mark intersection
with signs and balloons. GPS address is 3394 State Hwy 413, Billings.
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Todd & Brad Groves | ||||
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2010 NATIONAL DIRECTOR | ||||
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2010 MISSOURI DELEGATES | ||||
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Janice Perry, Republic, MO
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Missouri Delegates Barry & Janice at their table. |
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Once again National Convention
has came and went. This year unlike others we had a large delegation of 17 juniors and 18 adults:
Barry, Kay & Amanda Steevens, Janice Perry, Jodi Wright, Brad & Gail Groves, Suzanne Lenz, Sherri
Peters, Marilyn Moreland, Pam Probert, Calvin & Lacy Voskamp, Al & Sonja Brandt, Fritz Hegeman, Judy Borman,
& Kate Geppert.
Minnesota welcomed us with open arms as gracious hosts. Our delegation went critiquing all aspects
of the convention as we prepare for our turn at hosting the National Convention. Minnesota set
a great example for how a convention should be run. The Dairy Bar was one of the best in years, registration
was quick and organized, tours left on time and had a great variety from farm tours to local flavor,
the sale was excellent with a great average and most of the participants attending. Minnesota family
night at the Arboretum was a neat experience for the juniors competing in the Amazing Race and a tranquil
setting for the adults viewing the gardens.
The Missouri Juniors were there in force. Be sure to view the junior page to see all that they
were involved in throughout the week. This was the first year that we have started to promote the
Missouri National Convention in 2012. We had a booth with a give-away and a video running that
explained attractions in Springfield and Branson. Thanks for everyone who worked to help promote
Missouri at this year's convention. It was a great success! |
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Sapa Ska Farm Owned by Dennis Pearson, he welcomes us to the farm and lets everyone know what there is to see on the tour. |
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Sapa Ska Farm Calf Housing A new calf barn converted from a cheese storage facility that had been unused for years. |
Sapa Ska Cows MO Juniors look at cows in a traditional mid-western tie-stall barn! |
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Visiting Sherri Peters talks with Pierson Family at Sapa Ska Farms. |
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Board Report: Kate Geppert
On the milk marketing front, two bills have been submitted to Congress. Both S 3531 sponsored
by Senator Sanders and H 5288 sponsored by Representative Costa contain many aspects of
Holstein's Dairy Price Stabilization Plan. All dairy farmers are encouraged to contact
your representatives and ask them to consider and support these important bills. Washington
is finally recognizing the problems in the dairy industry and are willing to listen and
hopefully take action.
It was great to see so many Missouri Holstein members in Minnesota. We all enjoyed a great
convention with lively discussion, great weather after the storms passed through, plenty of
ice cream and cheese, and fellowship with our Holstein friends from across the country.
Below are links to the Holstein USA website where you can get information on
how you can support these bills and how to contact your Senator and Representative. There are also
links to each of the bills for your full review.
Now is the time for your voice to be heard! Don't let those with deep pocket books and large
lobbies determine your future!!
Program Objectives:
Click here for House Bill 5288
Click here for Senate Bill 3531
Click here for information to Contact your elected Officials
OTHER AGENDA ITEMS:
And whereas the January 2010 TPI formula only gives a 25% weighting to type
conformation and an extremely high weighting to health traits.
Be it resolved that Holstein Association USA re-evaluate the TPI formula and
raise the type contribution to a level that more accurately reflects what
breeders desire for a balance of type and production.
And whereas, all breeders fund the genetic system with DHIA testing fees,
breed association activity, and semen purchases.
Be it resolved, that the Wisconsin Holstein board of directors on behalf
of their membership direct the Holstein USA Board of Directors to advise
USDA's Animal Improvement Programs Laboratory (AIPL) that breeders need a
genetic system that creates long-term confidence in genetic predictions.
That genetic system must allow breeders to compare animals on the same
scale. Further, breeders, must have ample opportunity to contribute
feedback to proposed AIPL changes and be advised at least three to six
months before proposed changes are implemented. Still further, new genetic
calculations should not be published when using female DNA (which is the
intellectual property of each respective breeder) unless approved by the
Holstein Association and its board of directors. And lastly, all industry
partners should work on developing a long-term vision for genomics.
Whereas in order to maintain the diversity that will provide solutions
for the next 125 years, we propose fundamental principles be recognized
and adopted as policy by our association. This is necessary to insure
the long term survival of our Holstein cow and the prosperity of our members.
Be it resolved, breeders own the DNA of their cattle. Computation of
genomic values based on actual DNA samples or any other method can
only be done with owner’s permission.
Be it resolved, Holstein breeders own their production and type
evaluation records. We have paid for these records for generations,
creating a valuable database of information. The Holstein Association
must protect this proprietary information and negotiate on behalf of
the members for control and proper use of these records.
Be it resolved, parent averages and genomic indexes are interesting
estimates of breeding values, and can be very useful in young stock.
Accurate genetic performance is measured by actual production records
and type evaluation of offspring. Breeders are entitled to see genetic
evaluations that are not enhanced or influenced by genomics or any other
virtual factors, reflecting only the real performance they can expect to
see in their own herds. This will allow each breeder to evaluate the
accuracy, usefulness and relevance of the earlier estimates.
Be it resolved, Holstein breeders have the right to genomically test
all of their stock, regardless of sex.
Be it resolved, Holstein breeders have improved their cattle through
breeding goals expressed in formats such as TPI lists. As members,
we have the right to be part of the process of formulating a true
total performance ranking.
Therefore, these are logical, common sense assertions of rights
Holstein breeders should have over their property. We own these
cows, these records, this association, AI co-ops and our future.
No corporation would stand for such violation of physical and
intellectual property. We must adopt these principles and
Holstein Association USA must defend our property and our
means of livelihood, the Holstein cow, by whatever means
necessary.
Steve Holte (WI) – Can we allow the creator of this resolution,
a non-delegate, to speak for my allotted two minutes? Approved.
Paul Buhr (WI – non-delegate) – I have presented what is like a bill
of rights over our property. As we go forward, genes will be used in
many ways. Breeders need to own our DNA so that it is not used outside
of our breed and industry. We need to put these items in place to protect
us in the future. HAUSA was established to protect us and our breed. We must
not assume that people or companies will protect it in the way we have in the future.
Don Bennick (FL) – The only way we will be able to improve genomics is to get a
variety of animals in the pool. This resolution would hamper that ability. If we
adopt this resolution, are we also going to say that we don’t want to share
production records, show placings, etc.?
Mike Holschbach (WI) – Resolution is to protect our interests. We pay for these records
through production and classification programs. We are required to share information
and the bull studs are not required to share information with us. This is not an even
playing field. It is an embarrassment to our association that we have gotten to this place.
Bill Peck (NY) – Resolution has good intent but is too far reaching. At the center of the
genomic issue in our conversation is the poor communication from USDA. If things were better
communicated we wouldn’t be having this conversation.
Verbal vote, undetermined. Hand vote resulted in 69 nay, 45 yay. DENIED
As reported by Karen Knutsen, Holstein World
Masterful Living by James Michener
The Holstein Association acknowledges that considerable work and planning go into arranging social
activities that contribute to an enjoyable National Holstein Convention. The Association
appreciates the attention to detail that the Minnesota Holstein Association members have
given each of these events. The Association sincerely thanks the organizers and their
committees for their work in creating an unforgettable week in Minnesota!
Therefore, the Holstein Association USA, Inc. commends and congratulates the Minnesota
Holstein Association for their warm welcome and hospitality during our celebration of
this special anniversary, the 125th Annual Meeting.
OTHER COMMITTEE REPORTS:
John Meyer talked about Robert Rumler Scholarship. This year's winner was from NY and
could not attend the convention. He sent John a letter which he read telling about himself
and how he was going to use the money to continue his studies at Cornell.
Declared candidate for Region 6 Director:
Leroy Eggink, Sibley, Iowa ~ ELECTED Declared candidates Region 4 Director: Gayle Carson, Gray, Tennessee ~ ELECTED Declared candidate for Region 1 Director: Thomas Kugler, Valley Falls, New York Declared candidates for At-Large Director: Corey Geiger, Mukwonago, Wisconsin ~ ELECTED |
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MINNESOTA TOURS & EVENTS:
The Missouri delegation split up and
took in different aspects of the convention. Janice, Jodi, Sherri, Marilyn & Suzanne accompanied a group of juniors
on the Mississippi River. Barry, Pam, Groves, Al, & Fritz went to see many dairies and Bonnie Mohr. Many of
us took liberty when time was available to visit the Mall of America and practice walking and shopping. Whatever
anyone did they sure had a fun time doing it!
Take a look at some of our photos. Don't forget to visit the junior page for even more photos and contest
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Group Project Getting the booth set up was a state project. Kiera Groves stands on Brads shoulders as she hangs the banner from the molding. Jodi and Gail try to help out. |
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Cow after Storm This welcoming Holstein just couldn't keep herself upright in the strong Minnesota wind during the storm! She ended up dehorning herself! |
2012 Missouri Promotion Booth The 2012 Convention booth was set in the main lobby of the meeting rooms for everyone to see and experience. |
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National Eagle Center & Paddle Boat:
We were shown a very old female Bald Eagle named Harriet and a young male Eagle. We were able to
watch the young male eat 1/3 of a rat right in front of us. Some in the group weren't so thrilled with
that portion. We learned many interesting facts about eagles. Did you know that they add to their nests
every year and they can be over 9 feet thick and 5 feet wide until they collapse the tree or branches. Also
Bald Eagles are more tied to the nesting site than they are their mate. If the mate returns to the nest
then they will propagate. An average of only 1.5 eaglets leave the nest each year and only 20% of those reach adult hood. |
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National Eagle Center A wounded female Bald Eagle that was over 20 years old named Harriet made her home at the Eagle Center. They gave a fascinating program and the kids sat right in front participating in the program. |
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National Eagle Center Facility hosted two tour groups from our convention and many injured birds. |
National License Plate Harriet the eagle is the model for this national license plate |
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Flapping like an Eagle Karlin Peters (left) and Director Boyd Schaufelberger, IL (right), and others were asked to help out and demonstrate their flapping ability. |
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Rat for lunch anyone? This young male Bald Eagle eats some of his lunch for the crowd, a 1/3 of a white rat. Yummm... |
Boyd soars with the Eagles National Director, Boyd Schaufelberger, makes the cut as he can soar with the eagles! |
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Texas Delegation Leo Hoff, Jr, delegate from Texas, and his family take in the good conversation on the paddle boat with Gordie Cook, MA (in blue). |
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Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Minnesota Family Night was held at the Arboretum. A great place to end a busy day of tours with miles of gardens to view. Teams could take in an 'Amazing Race' or take a tram ride on the three mile route featuring a huge variety of trees, bushes, flowers, and gardens. This weeping tree looks just like an elephant and Blake Wright poses in a grape vine sculpture. |
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Boys and their Tractor Blake & Austin Moreland and Jacob Peters aren't far from their tractors even at an Arboretum! |
Amazing Race Karlin Peters competes in the butter sculpting portion of the Amazing Race at the Arboretum! |
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The National Holstein Convention sale is in the books. Broadcast live from Jordan, Minnesota
a huge crowd attended the sale enjoying a fish fry before the sale and an evening of great
cattle gracing the one of a kind sale ring.
Featuring many high genomic testing individuals from popular cow families, the sale averaged $12,126.85 on 108 lots.
Topping the sale at $91,000 was Lot #4 – First Choice Man-O-Man from three females born in February & April, 2010.
The highest genomic testing heifer of the bunch is Clear-Echo M-O-M 2150-ET at +2450 GTPI – which makes her
tied for #2 GTPI female of the breed. Her dam is Clear-Echo 822 Ramo 1200-ET (EX-92 DOM) +2124 GTPI.
Consigned by Clear Echo Farm of Schuylerville, NY, the choice was purchased by De-Su Holsteins of New Albin, IA.
2nd high on the night at $87,000 was Gold-N-Oaks Arabell 1765-ET (VG-87) +2188 GTPI. The Ramos
daughter of Gold-N-Oaks S Marbella-ET (VG-89),the #3 PTAT cow in the breed, Arabella is a full
sister to the #1 GTPI cow on the 4/10 run, Gold-N-Oaks Marabell-ET (VG-87) and sold with
embryos contracts and extensive interest from numerous AI studs and embryos exporters.
Arabell was consigned by her breeders John & Judy Swenson of Barneveld, WI and Mark
Hardt Landt Land & Cattle Co.
Larcrest Case-ETS, a 4/09 Planet daughter of Larcrest Crimson-ET (VG-88) GTPI +2222,
sold as Lot #1 and brought $82,000. Consigned by Larcrest Holsteins of Albert Lea, MN,
Case carries a +2279 GTPI and is her 2nd dam is the enormously popular Larcrest
Cosmopolitan (VG-87), whose daughters and granddaughters have been topping sales
all through 2010. Purchased by Robert Goldmann of New Albin, IA, Case sold with AI and embryo contracts.
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National Convention Sale A picture perfect day was what Minnesota received for their National Sale. A huge crowd was in attendance to see some outstanding females sell. Congratulations to Minnesota for a stellar sale! |
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2010 MISSOURI STATE
FAIR | ||||
| 8:00 AM, Friday, Aug 20 |
Open Holstein Show, starting with heifers and showing straight through |
| 7:30 PM, Friday, Aug 20 |
Open Supreme Dairy Champion & Dairy Show Dedication Come to the Coliseum to see the new Supreme champion and the Missouri Farm Family of the Year! |
| 8:30 AM, Saturday, Aug 21 | Junior Dairy Cattle
Judging Contest; Youth Building Arena. |
| 12:00 PM, Saturday, Aug 21 |
Dairy Cattle Judging Results; Youth Building Arena. |
| 5:00 PM, Saturday, Aug 21 (Note Time Change!) |
Youth Holstein Heifers; Coliseum |
| 8:00 AM, Sunday, Aug 22 |
Youth Holstein Cows; Coliseum |
| 1:30 PM, Sunday, Aug 22 |
4-H/FFA Supreme Dairy Cattle Champion; Coliseum |
MISSOURI
DISTRICT SHOW SCHEDULE | ||||
There is only one district shows remaining. If you are in the area,
go and support your local dairy breeders at their district shows. It is a great way to get
to know other breeders. Some districts also have meals and other activities planned. If you
have any questions just give your district president or me a call. Remember, district points for
All-Missouri's this year are obtained in your home district ONLY. Even if you show in another district
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS | ||||
| July 17 | West Central District
Show, Butler, MO. Held at Bates County Fairgrounds held in conjunction with Bates County Fair. |
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Junior Champion - Mark Highfill Memorial Award Honorable Mention: Winter Yrlg: Robthom Blake Lou, Robthom; Res. Jr Champion: 2nd Fall Yearling: Aragon-DW Skylight, Curtis Day; Judge Estes; Jr Champion: Fall Yrlg: Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy, Lora Wright |
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Junior Show: Intermediate Champion Res. Int: Jr 2: JL-Kel-Land Diamond, Ellie Wantland; Int. Champion: Sr 2: Indies-View Jasper LuLu, Bailee Whitehead; MO Holstein Miss - Lora Wright |
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Intermediate Champion Judge Estes; Res Int. Sr 3: Aragon Killer Fave-ET, Curtis Day; Int Champ Jr 3: Robthom Nissen Moscow, Robthom; Fall Yearling - Eric Ling |
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| Junior Champion | Fall Yrlg ~ Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy Lora Wright, Clever, MO | |||
| Res. Junior Champion | Fall Yrlg ~ Aragon-DW Skylight Curtis Day, Bolivar, MO | |||
| Jr Division: Junior Champion | Fall Yrlg ~ Wrightvale JL Jasper Persy Lora Wright, Clever, MO | |||
| Jr Division: Res. Junior Champion | Fall Calf ~ Sipka PG Adrnin Song-ET Blake Wright, Clever, MO | |||
| Intermediate Champion | Jr. 3-Yr-Old ~ Robthom Nisson Moscow Janice Ling, Springfield, MO | |||
| Res. Intermediate Champion | Sr. 3-Yr-Old ~ Aragon Killer Fave-ET Curtis Day, Bolivar, MO | |||
| Jr Division: Intermediate Champion & Jr. Show Grand Champion |
Sr. 2-Yr-Old ~ Indies-View Jasper LuLu Bailee Whitehead, Conway, MO | |||
| Jr Division: Res. Intermediate Champion |
Jr. 2-Yr-Old ~ JL-Kel-Land Diamond Ellie Wantland, Niangua, MO | |||
| Sr. & Grand Champion |
Aged Cow ~ Robthom Carolina Boss Janice Ling, Springfield, MO | |||
| Res. Sr. & Res. Grand Champion |
5-Yr-Old Cow ~ Ozark-Royal Ray Sheri Grant Dohle & Abbi Goldenberg, Halfway, MO | |||
| Jr Division: Sr. Champion & Res. Grand Champion |
4 Yr-Old ~ Viethson Outside Sheryl Katie, Ellie, Lila Wantland, Niangua, MO | |||
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Intermediate & Senior Champions Int Champion, Res. Int. Champion, Senior Champion, Res. Sr Champion |
Junior Show: Grand Champions Res Grand - 4 Yr-Old, Katie Wantland; Grand - Sr. 2-Yr-Old, Bailee Whitehead; MO Holstein Miss - Lora Wright |
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Sr & Grand Champions MO Holstein Miss, Lora Wright; Grand Aged Cow: Robthom Carolina Boss; Res: 5-Yr Old, Ozark-Royal Ray Sheri, Judge Estes |
Rear View Champions Res. Grand; Grand |
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Who is Enjoying the water more? Lila Wantland, Niangua is busy washing out her calf's topline. I think Lila is having more fun!! |
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Committee Reports Due at Field Day! |
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Our committees are set and it is time for the chair
persons to get together with your committees and make some tentative plans and a tentative budget. Each committee chair
will report to the National planning committee at the field day, so we can start to get funding needs for each group
firmed up. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to contact me. I'll be sending out the time of the meeting
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Committee List |
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7. Transportation |
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100th ANNIVERSARY FOR |
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Dear Fellow Holstein members,
Do you have an old box of photos? We are looking for photos of cows, people, and farms to be included in the
100th anniversary book. If you have some old photos lying around and just are not sure if we can use them just let us
go through them. It is much easier to go through large amounts of photos and scan them into the computer
now rather than waiting until the last minute.
Please bring your box or bag of photos to field day if you can. We'll get the information to the right people
and then return the photos to you. If you can't attend Field Day but might have some photos, you may give me a call and we'll
make arrangements to get the photos from you so we can include them in the book.
Don't forget to continue to work on your herd histories. We want to be sure to include as much of the rich
history of Missouri as possible. I look forward to hearing from you. Jodi Wright 417-743-2921
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FSA NEWS RELEASE |
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There will be NO payment for May's production. It is anticipated that there will not be any more payments
for the current fiscal year. Producers need to take all production into their FSA offices even months with a $0 payment. The exact rate for April MILC will be published when it’s made available, but it most likely won’t be available until June 1.
Dairy producers can apply for MILC at their County FSA Office or visit online at
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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION: |
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A paid State
Membership will reduce your registration fees JUNIORS: If you are a Junior only member (your parents are not state association members) and you wish to receive the Mid-States Magazine then you must include $5 additional (per family) with your junior dues in order to receive the Mid-States.
Membership
registration forms are available for download Missouri
Holstein Association For questions or more information, email jwright@missouriholstein.com
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NEW!!! REGISTER AND PAY YOUR STATE DUES |
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LIST OF STATE MEMBERS: |
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If you need a Missouri
state member's phone, email |
| 2010 | |
| July 2 | MO State Fair Entries Due. |
| Aug 6, 8AM | 4-H/FFA Holstein Show, Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield. |
| Aug 8, 8AM | Open Holstein Show, Ozark Empire Fair, Springfield. |
| July 17 | West Central District Show, Butler, MO |
| July 20 |
Missouri Holstein Field Day Groves-View Dairy, Billings |
| August 20 | Missouri State Fair, Open Holstein Show |
| October 16 |
Missouri Fall State Sale, Marshfield |
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Best-Sunrise Dairy, Houston, MO: http://www.holsteinworld.com/BestSunrise/ Robthom Farm, Springfield, MO: http://www.robthom.com/ Echo-L Holsteins, Fulton, MO: http://www.holsteinworld.com/echo-l/ Angelo Holsteins, Fair Grove, MO: http://www.angeloholsteins.com Groves-View Dairy http://www.holsteinworld.com/grovesview/ Page-Crest Farm http://www.holsteinworld.com/pagecrest/ Missouri Dairymen’s Resource Guide: http://www.agebb.missouri.edu/dairy/ Genex Custom Collection Services: http://genex.crinet.com/page189/GenexCustomCollection Missouri Dairy Association: http://www.missouridairy.org Dairy Agenda Today: http://www.dairyagendatoday.com We would like to link our Missouri Holstein Members that have a webpage of their own to the Missouri Holstein Page. Would you like to have your page linked up with ours? Contact Jodi Wright through the feedback form and I'll explain how it will work. We'd love to have everyone listed. There is no cost to you for this service.
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President Vice
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Secretary/Treasurer Director at
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If you would like more information on the following:
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Please email your request for information to the following email. Include the items you are interested in, your name, address, phone, and email. jwright@missouriholstein.com
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