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JERSEY PRODUCTION IN 2011 SETS Reynoldsburg, Ohio, January 9, 2012— The American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) announced today that new records for production by Registered Jersey™ cows were established in 2011. The official Jersey lactation average increased to 18,633 lbs. milk, 889 lbs. fat, and 676 lbs. protein. On a Cheddar cheese equivalent basis, average yield was 2,294 pounds. All are new category records. A record 91,028 lactations were processed by the AJCA, an increase of 51.4% in 10 years. The lactation average is calculated on a standardized 305-day, twice daily, mature equivalent (m.e.) basis. These records for Jersey production come on the heels of a study published in the January, 2012 issue of Journal of Dairy Science that documents lower production inputs and reduced environmental impacts of Jersey milk production because of higher component levels and small body mass to be maintained. Using Jersey and Holstein data from the Dairy Records Management System (DRMS) database in 2009, researchers Jude Capper and Roger Cady determined that Jersey cows required 20% less total feedstuffs by weight and 32% less water to produce the same amount of milkfat and protein as Holstein cows. Their analysis also documented substantial reductions in land usage, fuel consumption, waste output and greenhouse gas emissions. Per unit of cheese produced, the Jersey carbon footprint (total CO2-equivalents) was 20% less than that of Holstein. Commented Erick Metzger, general manager of National All-Jersey Inc., “If a dairy can produce a given amount of protein, butterfat and other solids while using less feed, water and fossil fuels, and producing less waste, the cost of producing that amount of milk solids is reduced and yet the revenue realized from the pounds of milk solids produced is the same. The bottom line is more net profit.” The American Jersey Cattle Association, organized in 1868, compiles and maintains animal identification and performance data on Jersey cattle and provides services that support genetic improvement and greater profitability through increasing the value of and demand for Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics, and Jersey milk and milk products. Visit USJersey.com for more information about AJCA programs and services, or follow the news feed at facebook.com/USJersey.
CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED FOR Reynoldsburg, Ohio, January 10, 2012—A number of generous gifts were received in late December and early January by the Jersey Youth Academy and the AJCC Research Foundation. The California Jersey Cattle Association made a Dean-level contribution to Jersey Youth Academy, which was created in 2008 by the Board of Directors of the American Jersey Cattle Association to attract, educate and retain talented young people for careers in the Jersey dairy business. The program is conducted every two years, with all program costs paid by the Academy fund.
Dr. J. J. and Marilyn Malnati, Newberry, S.C., made a contribution to the Academy in memory of Lewis Porter, recipient of the Klussendorf Trophy in 1969 and manager of Happy Valley Farms, Danville, Ky.
Gifts were also received in memory of Neal F. Schirm, Canal Winchester, Ohio, recipient of the AJCA Distinguished Service Award in 2004. These were made by D & E Jerseys, Donald and Elsa Sherman, Hilmar, Calif.; Mike and Merna Fremstad, Westby, Wis.; Jerry Lemmermen and Family, Galloway, Ohio; Miley Holstein Farms Ltd., West Salem, Ohio;
Paul C. Chittenden, Schodack Landing, N.Y., made a gift in memory of Paul McCarthy, well-known Jersey breeder and lifetime AJCA member from Shelbyville, Ky.
Finally, a gift in continuing memory of Nanette J. Sherman-Taylor was also received from William Ahlem, Jr., Hilmar, Calif., and a general gift was received from Louisiana Tech University, Ruston, La.
In addition, contributions were received for the AJCC Research Foundation in memory of Neal Schirm from David and Linda Spahr, Findlay, Ohio, and Clauss Dairy Farms, Hilmar, Calif. Richard Clauss also made a contribution in memory of Paul McCarthy.
The AJCC Research Foundation is operated exclusively for the purpose of promoting and sponsoring scientific research for the advancement of dairy technology and the dairy industry. Since 1967, it has provided seed money for well-designed projects related to high-priority areas that affect the Jersey breed. Both foundations are exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information on contributing to these or other permanent funds managed by the American Jersey Cattle Association, contact the Development Department at 614/322-4456. The American Jersey Cattle Association, organized in 1868, compiles and maintains animal identification and performance data on Jersey cattle and provides services that support genetic improvement and greater profitability through increasing the value of and demand for Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics, and Jersey milk and milk products. For more information on the association’s complete line of services for dairy business owners, visit the website at www.USJersey.com or follow the news feed at facebook.com/USJersey.
BRAD BARHAM NAMED
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST Reynoldsburg, Ohio, December 15, 2011—Neal Smith, Chief Executive Officer of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., today announced the hiring of Brad Barham, Calhoun, Tenn., as Business Development Specialist, effective January 1, 2012. In this newly created position, Barham will market and provide customer support for internet-based Herd Services, genomic testing services and young sire development programs, in addition to seeking new domestic and international business for the USJersey organizations. He will be based in the headquarters offices in Reynoldsburg, Ohio.
Barham received a Bachelor’s degree in business administration from Tennessee Wesleyan College in May of 2010, and was selected by the faculty to receive the Townsend Award for all-around excellence among members of the graduating class. A scholarship basketball player and Dean’s List student, Brad was inducted into the Alpha Chi academic honor society in 2009 and was one of 94 national Daktronics-NAIA Scholar Athletes in 2010. Over the past decade, Brad has been genetic and reproduction manager at Barham Jersey Farm, a 210-cow Registered Jersey™ herd enrolled on the AJCA REAP program and member of Dixieland Jersey Sires Inc. He has negotiated more than 30 contracts with eight A.I. organizations in the last two years, facilitated early adoption of genomic testing in the herd, and coordinates its embryo transfer program. Brad was also instrumental in the creation of the Bar-Berry partnership with Berry College, Mt. Berry, Ga., and securing A.I. contracts for the college Jersey dairy. Barham was selected for the inaugural class of Jersey Youth Academy (2009). He was the ninth-high individual overall, and fourth in Jerseys, at the 2004 National 4-H Dairy Cattle Judging Contest. He was also an intern at ABS Global, Inc., acquiring training in marketing, sales, and reproductive technologies. For the past year, he has worked as retail sales representative with Verizon Wireless, earning numerous recognitions for sales and overall performance. The American Jersey Cattle Association, organized in 1868, maintains identification and performance records for dairy herd owners and provides services that support genetic improvement and greater profitability through increasing the value of and demand for Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics. Since 1957, National All-Jersey Inc. has served Jersey owners by promoting the increased production and sale of Jersey milk and milk products. Visit USJersey.com for more information about AJCA and NAJ programs and services, or follow the news feed at facebook.com/USJersey.
JERSEY LEADERS HONORED WITH MEMORIAL Reynoldsburg, Ohio, December 12, 2011—Memorial gifts were received from 11 different donors through December 10, 2011 for Jersey Youth Academy. The Jersey Youth Academy was created in 2008 by the Board of Directors of the American Jersey Cattle Association to attract, educate and retain talented young people for careers in the Jersey dairy business. The program is conducted every two years, with all program costs paid by the Academy fund.
Calvin and Lorraine Covington, Clemmons, N.C., made a contribution in memory of Norma “Duffy” Lyon, Toledo, Iowa. Known the world over as “the Butter Cow Lady,” Duffy was named an AJCA Honorary Member in 2007 and was World Dairy Expo’s Dairywoman of the Year in 1990.
Memorial gifts were also received honoring Neal F. Schirm, Canal Winchester, Ohio. A lifelong Jersey breeder, Schirm served as Director of the American Jersey Cattle Club and received the AJCA Distinguished Service Award in 2004. He was one of the founders and original delegates to the Central Ohio Breeders Association. Making contributions were Jack L. and Shirley A. Baker, New Albany, Ohio; J. Lawrence and Barbara C. Benson, New Lebanon, N.Y.; Frank and Diane Bordonaro, Mineral Ridge, Ohio; Arlene Chamberlain, Wyoming, N.Y.; COBA/Select Sires, Inc., Columbus, Ohio; Mary S. Creek, Hagerstown, Md.; D. Todd and Kelly J. Kranz, Dublin, Ohio; Lawrence E. and Betty E. Neel, Lancaster, Ohio; the Ohio Jersey Breeders Association Inc.; Jeanne and Harold Schacht, Canal Winchester, Ohio; and Wickstrom Jersey Farms, Inc., Hilmar, Calif. Jersey Youth Academy is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information on contributing to the Academy endowment or any of the other permanent funds managed by the American Jersey Cattle Association, contact the Development Department at 614/322-4456.
ALL
AMERICAN WINNERS OF 2011 ANNOUNCED Reynoldsburg, Ohio, December 12, 2011—The Jersey All American and Reserve All American winners of 2011 have been announced by the American Jersey Cattle Association, Reynoldsburg, Ohio. The awards were presented November 7, 2011 during The 59th All American Jersey Show, viewed by a large ringside and broadcast worldwide on streaming internet video from Freedom Hall in Louisville, Ky. Imprinted certificates were presented to 26 owners or partnerships from 12 states. Leading the list was the All American Four-Year-Old Cow, Pine Haven SSM Marmie, the 2011 National Grand Champion for owners Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder of Tremont, Ill. “Marmie” was named Supreme Champion of the North American International Livestock Exposition dairy show on November 8. In October, she was selected Reserve Supreme Champion of World Dairy Expo. Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va., received six awards for three All American and three Reserve winners. Its string included the Winner of the National Jersey Jug Futurity, Miss Iatola Blackie Rose-ET. The Stiles Family was named Premier Breeder and Premier Exhibitor of The 59th All American Jersey Show. Two exhibitors picked up four awards each. Craig and Emily Walton of Pleasant Plain, Ohio, along with Gene Iager, Fulton, Md., and partners had three All Americans and one Reserve winner. Among them were Frederick 2783 Adventure, the Reserve National Grand Champion for a third consecutive year, and Tower Vue Lil Kook, the Junior Champion of the show. Keightley-Core Jerseys of Salvisa, Ky., exhibited two All Americans and two Reserve winners, among them the Reserve Junior Champion of the show, KCJF Motions Comotion. The
winners in each class were: Milking Senior Yearling Tri-Line Tequila Dee-Dee, Craig Walton and Emily and Britni Thornburg, Pleasant Plain, Ohio, All American winner Kan Do Cindy, Michael Hardy Rider, Upton, Ky., Reserve All American winner
Junior Two-Year-Old Cow KCJF Tracer Ritzy, Brady Core, Salvisa, Ky., All American winner TJ Classic Moment Legacy, J. and G. Bourne and T. and R. Francis, Ansonia, Ohio, Reserve All American winner
Senior Two-Year-Old Cow Cascadia Iatola Puzzle, Gene Iager and Craig Walton, All American winner Latimore Hired Gun Inpink, Bush River / Skip-A-Rilla and/or Tyler, Tabb and Trey French, Newberry, S.C., Reserve All American winner
Junior Three-Year-Old Cow South Mountain Voltage Spice-ET, Ben Sauder, Tremont, Ill., All American winner WF Finalist Logic, Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va., Reserve All American winner
Senior Three-Year-Old Cow September Star Impuls, Bush River Jerseys, Goff Dairy and Skip-A-Rilla, Newberry, S.C., All American winner Electras Eternal Star-ET, Cybil Fisher, Claire and Reece Burdette and Patricia Stiles, Mercersburg, Penna., Reserve All American winner
National Jersey Jug Futurity Miss Iatola Blackie Rose-ET, Waverly Farm, Clear Brook, Va., All American winner WF Comerica Glenna-P, Brooke Powers, Irvine, Ky., Reserve All American winner
Four-Year-Old Cow Pine Haven SSM Marmie, Nic, Jeni, Ben and Andy Sauder, Tremont, Ill., All American winner Norse Star Tequila Kate, Norse Star Jerseys, Westby, Wis., Reserve All American winner
Five-Year-Old Cow WF Kanyon Gentry-P, Waverly Farm, All American winner Tallys Centurion Tilly, Bush River / Skip-A-Rilla and/or Tyler, Tabb and Trey French, Reserve All American winner
Aged Cow Frederick 2783 Adventure, Scott Lackey, Harold Rader, Gene Iager, and Craig and Emily Walton, All American winner Dalemcee-J Counciller Tauntra, Patricia S. Stiles, Clear Brook, Va., Reserve All American winner
Lifetime Cheese Production Cow (minimum lifetime production of 10,000 lbs. Cheddar cheese equivalent) BW Tanner Tammie L412, Brentwood Farms, Orland, Calif., All American winner KCJF Regency Treasure, Brittany Core, Salvisa, Ky., Reserve All American winner
Junior Heifer Calf Edgebrook Giller Natalie, Mike and Julie Hemp and Mike and Brenda Dilly, Chebanse, Ill., All American winner Meadowridge Roosevelt Susie, Roger Riebe and Gene Henderson, Cumberland, Wis., Reserve All American winner
Intermediate Heifer Calf WC Madman Suzie, Allison Massey, Wartrace, Tenn., All American winner Meadowridge King Meagan, Roger Riebe and Gene Henderson, Reserve All American winner
Senior Heifer Calf KCJF Motions Comotion, Brady Core, All American winner Vivatars Beauty Belle, Stephen H., Bradley S., John M., Alissa K. and Alivia White, New Castle, Ind., Reserve All American winner
Summer Junior Yearling Heifer Tower Vue Lil Kook, Scott M. Walton, All American winner Edgebrook Reagan Shasta, Mike and Julie Hemp and Mike and Brenda Dilly, Reserve All American winner
Junior Yearling Heifer TJ Classic Minister Venus-ET, Brandon Ferry and Greg and Joel Bourne, Pickett, Wis., All American winner Crossbrook Tequila Sam, Julia Bogardus, Middleburgh, N.Y., Reserve All American winner
Winter Yearling Heifer WC Madman Lynn, Allison Massey, All American winner Yellow Briar Carlyn-ET, Kyle Natzke and Nicholas Schuster, Fond du Lac, Wis., Reserve All American winner
Senior Best Three Females Waverly Farm, All American winner R&R Jerseys, Tillamook, Ore., Reserve All American winner
Junior Best Three Females Oak Breeze Farm, Wartrace, Tenn., All American winner Meadowridge Jerseys, Cumberland, Wis., Reserve All American winner Complete results from The 59th All American Jersey Show are posted on the USJersey web site. An annual production of the American Jersey Cattle Association, The All American Junior Jersey Show is held in conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition. For information on sponsorship opportunities, contact the AJCA Development Department at 614/322-4456.
LEADERSHIP NAMED FOR THE 60th Reynoldsburg, Ohio, December 12, 2011—The team of Jersey breeders who will lead The 60th All American Jersey Shows & Sales were announced today by the general chairman for 2012, Mike Fremstad, Westby, Wis. An annual production of
the American Jersey Cattle Association, the All American is held in
conjunction with the North American International Livestock Exposition
in Louisville, Ky. More than 100 Jersey breeders and enthusiasts from
across the country donate their services to planning and staging the
three shows, two sales and youth awards banquet that make up the most
exciting weekend of dairy breed promotion in the world. Highlights of 2011 Shows, Sales The All American capped the 2011 show season with 353 outstanding females placed in the open show and the National Jersey Jug Futurity. A total of 207 animals were shown by 132 aspiring Jersey breeders in The All American Junior Jersey Show. The 59th All American Sale averaged $6,418.44 on 67 lots, including the high selling bull Heartland Vibrant Sonny at $60,000. The high female at $20,000 was DeBoer Tbone M6593. The 54th Pot O’Gold Sale, presented by Cow’s Match® Jersey Blend, posted the second-best average in series history at $4,568.18, with a new record established for the high seller at $11,000. All consignments in the Pot O’Gold Sale and two-thirds of those in The All American Sale sold with genomic evaluations. The 2012 events will run from Saturday through Monday, November 3, 4 and 5 at the Kentucky Exposition Center. Contact Dr. Cherie L. Bayer, coordinator of The All American Jersey Shows & Sales, for more information on the events or available sponsorships at 614/322-4456. MANAGER NAMED FOR JERSEY MARKETING SERVICE
Jason Robinson assumes Manager position,
Erica Davis joins Reynoldsburg, Ohio, December 5, 2011—Neal Smith, Executive Secretary and CEO of National All-Jersey Inc., today announced the hiring of two staff members for NAJ subsidiary, Jersey Marketing Service. Jason Robinson, principal of Orion Cattle Services, New Holland, Ohio, has been named Manager of Jersey Marketing Service. Erica Davis, Washington Court House, Ohio, will assist with marketing and promotion for all JMS activities and provide on-site support for public auctions. “We are pleased to add Jason and Erica to the JMS staff,” Smith said. “Each brings a strong professional reputation and proven performance to the company and will use their skills and experience to serve buyers and sellers of Jersey cattle and genetics.”
He has worked extensively with the Guernsey Breeders Association; Modern Associates, St. Paris, Ohio; Brown Swiss Sale Service LLC, Lake Mills, Wis.; and since 2005, Jersey Marketing Service. Jason has served as a 4-H leader and as secretary-treasurer for the livestock and sale committees in Fayette County, Ohio, and is currently a director of the Ohio Milking Shorthorn Society. He bred and owned the unanimous 2010 All American Junior 3-Year-Old, Blue Spruce HTA Melody Mya. She was Reserve Intermediate Champion of the 2010 International Milking Shorthorn Show at World Dairy Expo. “I am excited about joining Jersey Marketing Service as manager, and look forward to working with its growing list of customers,” Robinson said. “My goal in business has always been to treat people the way I would want to be treated, and to sincerely do a good job for buyers and sellers.”
Through November 30, Jersey Marketing Service has generated gross sales of $8.3 million through private treaty transactions and public sale management of more than 6,100 lots. Highlights of the year have included introduction of the online auction website at JerseyBid.com; near-record averages for the National Heifer Sale, Pot O’Gold Sale and The All American Jersey Sale; and the highly successful two-day dispersal at K&K Jerseys LLC, Newton, Wis. Founded in 1971, Jersey Marketing Service policies are set by a Board of Directors representing the 1,000 producer-members of National All-Jersey Inc. and more than 2,300 members of the American Jersey Cattle Association. Company offices are located at 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362.
JERSEY MARKETING SERVICE LAUNCHES THE Reynoldsburg, Ohio,
November 21, 2011—Jersey
Marketing Service has announced the launch of an online auction of elite
Jersey females, flush choices, embryo packages and pen lots on its
cutting-edge site,
JerseyBid.
Neal Smith, CEO of JMS parent company National All-Jersey Inc., said that Portfolio of Excellence builds on the momentum of record-setting national sales sponsored in 2011 by the American Jersey Cattle Association—the National Heifer Sale, the 54th Pot O’Gold Sale and The 59th All American Sale. “The demand for investment opportunities in Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics has never been stronger,” Smith observed, “whether it is for breed-leading genomics, high production or high type, or often the combination of all three. This makes it the perfect time to open up a new marketplace through an elite sale conducted entirely online.” Compared to traditional auctions, Portfolio of Excellence at JerseyBid will give buyers more information, multiple pictures and video for consignments of interest. Plus, Smith noted, “they can place their bids in private from the comfort of their home office 24/7.” After the sale, cattle will be tested for the state of destination and shipped directly from the seller’s farm, reducing stress and potential health problems. “This is the modern, progressive and most efficient way of marketing Jersey cattle,” said Smith. “The JerseyBid.com service provides complete integrity for both buyers and sellers in that process.” The entire offering for Portfolio of Excellence at JerseyBid will be viewable at any time. Registration is required to bid in the auction. Once completed, bidders have access to a personal watch list and will receive instantaneous email notifications about changes in the status of their bids. Jersey Marketing Service policies are set by a Board of Directors representing the 1,000 producer-members of National All-Jersey Inc. and more than 2,300 members of the American Jersey Cattle Association. The Jersey organizations provide services that support increasing the profitability of dairy businesses by increasing the value of and demand for Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics, and Jersey milk and milk products. For more information on USJersey program and services, call 614/863-3636 or visit USJersey.com.
JUNIOR ALL
AMERICAN WINNERS ANNOUNCED BY Reynoldsburg, Ohio, November 10, 2011—Seventeen Jersey youth between the ages of 9 and 20 from 11 states have been recognized by the American Jersey Cattle Association as the owners of the Junior All American winners for 2011. The awards were announced November 5 during The 59th All American Junior Jersey Show in Freedom Hall, Louisville, Ky. Imprinted certificates were presented to the owner of each winner before a large ringside audience by AJCA President Robert Bignami and association Executive Secretary Neal Smith. The presentations were also broadcast worldwide on live streaming internet video provided by the North American International Livestock Exposition. The Junior All American Four-Year-Old, Claessic Fields Vindicat Genie, was selected by judge Ted DeMent, Kenney, Ill., as Grand Champion of the 207-head show. “Genie” was exhibited by Ben Sauder of Tremont, Ill. Sauder’s All American Junior Three-Year-Old, South Mountain Voltage Spice-ET, was named Reserve Grand Champion. In all, Ben exhibited four All Americans and three Reserve All Americans. He was the show’s Premier Exhibitor. The Junior All American Summer Junior Yearling, Sunset Canyon Governor FP Belle-ET, was Junior Champion for Valery Silva, Beaver, Ore. Crestbrooke Socrates Madeline-ET, the Junior All American Junior Yearling, was Reserve Junior Champion for Kyle Natzke, Fond du Lac, Wis. Premier Breeder honors went to George Colpetzer, Greenville, Penna., who exhibited a Junior All American and Reserve Junior All American during the show. Other exhibitors receiving multiple awards were Allison Massey of Wartrace, Tenn., and Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt. The winners in each age division are: Milking Senior Yearling BRJ Jade Bomber Eilene H-74-ET, R. J. Doran, Newberry, S.C., Junior All American winner Milk-N-More-WJM Conct Vacation-ET, Colin Wussow, Cecil, Wis., Reserve Junior All American winner
Junior Two-Year-Old Cow LC Suspect Miss America, Taylor Leach, Linwood, Kans., Junior All American winner Budjon-Vail Jade Gracie-ET, Ben Sauder, Tremont, Ill., Reserve Junior All American winner
Senior Two-Year-Old Cow Diamond S Governor Joya, Ben Sauder, Junior All American winner Kellogg-Bay Amedeo Gladys-ET, Megan Hill, Bristol, Vt., Reserve Junior All American winner
Junior Three-Year-Old Cow South Mountain Voltage Spice-ET, Ben Sauder, Junior All American winner Kilgus Comerica Ruby, Trent Kilgus, Fairbury, Ill., Reserve Junior All American winner
Senior Three-Year-Old Cow Willdina Jade Bee, Ben Sauder, Junior All American winner TC Vindication 1251 Becky, Krista Lutz, Lincolnton, N.C., Reserve Junior All American winner
Four-Year-Old Cow Claessic Fields Vindicat Genie, Ben Sauder, Junior All American winner Millers Brazo Fascination, Kelsay Schilling, Boggstown, Ind., Reserve Junior All American winner
Five-Year-Old Cow Tallys Centurion Tilly, Tabb French, Newberry, S.C., Junior All American winner Belfontaine Remake Oshgosh, Ben Sauder, Reserve Junior All American winner
Aged Cow FCF Prize Ella, Jordan Stookey, Milford, Ind., Junior All American winner Lyon Duke Dutchy, Ben Sauder, Reserve Junior All American winner
Junior Heifer Calf Xanadu MG Wild Thing, George Colpetzer, Greenville, Penna., Junior All American winner DKG Motion Nancy, Trevor Greiwe, Sidney, Ohio, Reserve Junior All American winner
Intermediate Heifer Calf WC Madman Suzie, Allison Massey, Wartrace, Tenn., Junior All American winner Xanadu MG Bombshell Betty, George Colpetzer, Reserve Junior All American winner
Senior Heifer Calf Vivatars Beauty Belle, Alissa Kay Ann White, New Castle, Ind., Junior All American winner Four-Hills 1st Blue 3241-ET, Megan Hill, Reserve Junior All American winner
Summer Junior Yearling Sunset Canyon Governor FP Belle-ET, Valery Silva, Beaver, Ore., Junior All American winner Milk-N-More Vindication Nora-ET, Abby Tauchen, Bonduel, Wis., Reserve Junior All American winner
Junior Yearling Heifer Crestbrooke Socrates Madeline-ET, Kyle Natzke, Fond du Lac, Wis., Junior All American winner DKG Jade Showme, Trevor Greiwe, Sidney, Ohio, Reserve Junior All American winner
Winter Yearling Heifer WC Madman Lynn, Allison Massey, Junior All American winner Yellow Briar Carlyn-ET, Kyle Natzke Reserve Junior All American winner Complete results from The 59th All American Junior Jersey Show are posted on the USJersey website at www.usjersey.com/AllAmericanResults/11_Results_index.html#Junior Show. The All American Junior Jersey Show is an annual production of the American Jersey Cattle Association. For information on sponsorship opportunities or to make a contribution to the Maurice E. Core Jersey Youth Fund in support of Jersey junior exhibitors, contact the AJCA Development Department at 614/322-4456.
TEN JERSEY JUNIOR BREEDERS RECOGNIZED FOR
ACHIEVEMENT Reynoldsburg, Ohio, November 6, 2011—Ten young people were honored November 5, 2011 for their accomplishments in the National Jersey Youth Achievement Contest. The contest recognizes outstanding achievement by junior Jersey breeders in four areas: work with Registered Jerseys™, related dairy activities, relative progress, and future goals. They were selected from 17 outstanding youth nominated by state Jersey associations, based on their cumulative record through December 31, 2010. The American Jersey Cattle Association presented cash awards totaling $3,000, including $600 to the contest winner, at the Junior Banquet held in conjunction with The All American Junior Jersey Show in Louisville, Ky. The Top Three Honorees Amber Ettinger, daughter of Ed and Cheryl Ettinger of Kinards, S.C., is the winner of the National Jersey Youth Achievement Contest. A junior majoring in dairy science at Virginia Tech, she has completed 14 years with Jersey youth projects. Over that time, she has developed a herd of 28 cows and 25 heifers with the cows averaging 19,265 lbs. milk, 892 lbs. fat and 663 lbs. protein, mature equivalent, in 2010. For the past three years, Amber has placed first in the South Carolina Jersey Production Contest. In 2010, she was second alternate in the National Jersey Queen Contest. Amber is active in a number of community service projects, such as Micah’s Backpack, a program that supplies underprivileged children with book bags containing enough food to last the weekend. Her efforts have earned recognition from South Carolina State 4-H, numerous scholarships, and selection to the inaugural class of Jersey Youth Academy. Amber was voted the Outstanding Freshman of the Year Award for her involvement with Virginia Tech Dairy Club. She was also South Carolina honoree for the President’s Volunteer Service Award and Outstanding Junior Civitan of the Year. Amber hopes to pursue a career in the dairy industry, perhaps marketing and selling milk from her family’s Jersey herd. Ranking second was Kyle Schirm, the son of Paul and Dawn Schirm, West Salem, Ohio. By making key purchases at the Pot O’Gold Sale and more recently utilizing sexed semen, he now owns 19 cows and 11 heifers. The average of 11 lactation records completed in 2010 was 17,589 lbs. milk, 818 lbs. fat and 648 lbs. protein, with four of his cows scored Excellent. Selected for the first Jersey Youth Academy, Kyle is majoring in finance at Ashland University. In 2010, Kyle received the Peter Jackson Scholarship and earned his American FFA Degree. He recently completed an internship with Weaver Leather’s Livestock Sales Division. Kyle plans to remain in the financial field, working both on and off the farm. He would eventually like to market all-natural cheese and yogurt, taking advantage of the increasing demand for local products in his community. Third place went to Cassandra Chittenden, a fourth-generation Jersey breeder from Schodack Landing, N.Y., and daughter of Brian and Beth Chittenden. She now owns a herd of 28 cows, averaging 20,381 lbs. milk, 1,003 lbs. fat and 709 lbs. protein in 2010. She is a sophomore at Cornell University, majoring in animal sciences with plans to minor in agribusiness. As a student at Cornell, she is a member of the Red Carpet Society, an organization that hosts prospective students and provides guests with college experiences. She hopes to participate in a study abroad trip to New Zealand in the coming years to gain an understanding of the dairy industry in different parts of the world. Cassandra was a member of the first class of Jersey Youth Academy classes and received numerous state and national scholarships last year. Rounding Out The Top 10 Ranking fourth through tenth in the contest were:
The National Jersey Youth Achievement Contest has been sponsored annually since 1957 by the American Jersey Cattle Association. The list of previous winners is published in the USJersey web site at http://www.usjersey.com/YouthProgram/achievewinners.htm. About the National Jersey Youth Programs Organized in 1868, the Jersey association has sponsored educational programs and activities for young people interested in the Jersey breed since 1917. Junior members have the same registration privileges as Lifetime Members, and also the incentives of a comprehensive program leading to national recognition for their achievements with Jersey cattle. These programs include:
The annual National Heifer Sale is the primary source of funding for the AJCA’s youth program. Additional funds are available from the Maurice E. Core Jersey Youth Fund, the Charlene Nardone National Jersey Queen Fund, the Carl Bourne Memorial Fund, and the scholarship funds managed by the American Jersey Cattle Association.
PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH WINS NATIONAL Reynoldsburg, Ohio, November 6, 2011— Tucker Hardy, Belleville, Penna., was honored November 5, 2011 as the winner of the National Jersey Youth Production Contest with Sniders Future Fenola. The contest drew 88 entries from 52 Jersey youth across the United States. Rankings are made in two divisions. Division I includes first lactation records, provided the cow calved for the first time before 30 months of age. All other records are ranked in Division II. The cow with the highest dollar value is then declared the contest winner. Cash awards and certificates were presented to the top 10 juniors in each division at the Junior Banquet held in conjunction with The All American Jersey Shows & Sales in Louisville, Ky. With an MCP value of $5,962.53, “Fenola” was the Division II winner. She produced 28,500 lbs. milk, 1,671 lbs. fat and 1,055 lbs. protein in a 290-day lactation beginning at 7 years, 8 months of age, for an m.e. of 30,143-1,808-1,111. “Fenola” is scored Excellent-94% and was the 2008 Junior All American Aged Cow. Lawtons Dawson Elizabeth, owned by Nathan Lawton, Newark Valley, N.Y., topped Division I with a dollar value of $5,081.83 and an m.e. of 29,263-1,445-974. Actual production was 21,880 lbs. milk, 1,103 lbs. fat and 724 lbs. protein, calving at 1 year, 10 months of age. All records were adjusted for age and month of calving (mature equivalent) using statistics provided by AIPL-USDA then ranked according to the lactation value using USDA component prices. The 88 entries averaged 22,313-1,045-787 m.e. with an average MCP value of $3,868.14. Entries for the 2011 National Jersey Youth Production Contest are due March 1, 2012 and can be submitted online. The American Jersey Cattle Association was organized in 1868 to improve and promote the Jersey breed of dairy cattle. It is the oldest dairy breed registry organization in the United States and provides services to more than 135,000 cows in 1,100 herds across the country. The association has made strategic investments in Jersey youth since 1958 when it created the National Heifer Sale to provide annual funding for educational programs, recognition awards and scholarships. For more information on AJCA programs and services, visit its web site at www.usjersey.com or call 614/861-3636. NOMINATION PERIOD OPENS FOR 2012 NATIONAL JERSEY AWARDS Reynoldsburg, Ohio, September 21, 2011—Nominations are sought for four awards to be presented at the Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc. in North Conway, N.H., June 27 through 30, 2012. Any lifetime member of the AJCA can nominate qualified persons for these awards. Master Breeder Award. The Master Breeder Award is bestowed annually upon a living AJCA member, family, partnership, or corporation, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, has bred outstanding animals for many years and thereby has made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed in the United States. Distinguished Service Award. The Distinguished Service Award is bestowed upon as many living AJCA members and/or members’ families, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, have rendered outstanding and unselfish service for many years and thereby have made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed in the United States. Award for Meritorious Service. The AJCA-NAJ Award for Meritorious Service is bestowed annually upon a living individual, who, in the joint opinion of the Boards of Directors of the American Jersey Cattle Association and National All-Jersey Inc., has made a notable contribution to the advancement of the Jersey breed and the livelihood of Jersey owners in the United States through research, education, development, marketing, or other significant activities of the allied dairy industry. Young Jersey Breeder Award. These awards are bestowed annually upon as many living AJCA members and/or members’ families, who, in the opinion of the Board of Directors, merit recognition. Nominees must be active members of the American Jersey Cattle Association and must be at least 28 years of age but not more than 40 years of age as of January 1 of the recognition year. Selection is based upon expertise in dairy farming and Jersey cattle breeding; participation in AJCA and NAJ programs; and leadership in Jersey and other dairy and agricultural organizations. All nomination materials must be postmarked or received electronically on or before Monday, January 16, 2012. Forms may be requested from Paula England at 614/322-4469. The American Jersey Cattle Association, organized in 1868, compiles and maintains animal identification and performance data on Jersey cattle and provides services that support genetic improvement and greater profitability through increasing the value of and demand for Registered Jersey™ cattle and genetics, and Jersey milk and milk products. For more information on the association’s complete line of services for dairy business owners, visit the website at www.USJersey.com or follow the news feed at facebook.com/USJersey. FEBRUARY 1 IS DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR FRED STOUT EXPERIENCE AWARDS Reynoldsburg, Ohio, September 21, 2011—Persons who have a strong desire to pursue a career in managing and/or marketing Registered Jersey™ cattle are encouraged to apply for the 2012 Fred Stout Experience awards. The awards are presented annually in memory of Fred J. Stout Sr., Mt. Carmel, Ill., a lifelong Jersey breeder and member of the Jersey Marketing Service staff from 1978 to 1997 who believed that the best learning experiences happen in the everyday world. Two awards will be offered: (1) a minimum 10-week summer marketing internship with Jersey Marketing Service, Reynoldsburg, Ohio, and (2) a minimum 10-week on-farm, structured internship in Jersey herd management. Financial support is provided by a permanent endowment created by friends and colleagues of Fred Stout. Applicants must have completed their high school education. To apply, submit a one-page résumé listing previous work experience, skills and other qualifications, plus a separate cover letter stating your ambitions, goals and career aspirations, including plans for achieving them. The letter must also explain how and why the Fred Stout Experience will be of benefit in achieving future goals. A summary of involvement with and interest in Registered Jersey™ cattle is required. Specify which experience (marketing internship, on-farm internship) is preferred, or indicate if you are interested in both opportunities. Two letters of support are required, one from an active breeder of Registered Jersey™ cattle, excluding immediate family members; and the other from a teacher, mentor or past employer. These must be mailed directly by the supporters to the AJCA office. Applications and letters of support must be postmarked no later than Wednesday, February 1, 2012 and addressed to Fred Stout Experience, American Jersey Cattle Association, 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, OH 43068-2362. They may be sent by email to info@usjersey.com. Previous recipients of the Fred Stout Experience Award are Tara Bohnert, Illinois (2003), Allison Waggoner, South Carolina (2004), Dan Bauer, Wisconsin (2005), Aaron Horst, Pennsylvania (2006), Jacob Pieper, Maryland (2007), Katie Albaugh, Maryland (2008), Brady Core, Kentucky (2009), Kim Wilson, Missouri and Ivy Roberts, Florida (2010), and Joseph Fjarlie, Wisconsin and Amy Maxwell, Iowa (2011). About the National Jersey Youth Program The American Jersey Cattle Association has made strategic investments in Jersey youth since 1958 when it created the National Heifer Sale to provide annual funding for educational programs and awards. Scholarships are paid from permanent endowments administered by the American Jersey Cattle Association. Contributions are recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as 501(c)(3) tax deductible charitable gifts and may be made at any time during the year. For more information, contact the American Jersey Cattle Association by writing 6486 E. Main Street, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068-2362, or visit its web site at USJersey.com. NATIONAL JERSEY LEADERSHIP NAMED AT ANNUAL MEETINGS
Reynoldsburg, Ohio, June 30, 2011—Officers and directors for the two USJersey organizations were elected during the Annual Meetings of the American Jersey Cattle Association (AJCA) and National All-Jersey Inc. (NAJ) held June 24 and 25, respectively, at the Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells, Wis. Robert Bignami, Orland, Calif., was elected to a one-year term as President of the American Jersey Cattle Association. Bignami, who was co-recipient of the 2007 AJCA Master Breeder Award with the late Harlan Askeland, owns and operates Brentwood Farms, a 1,300-cow Registered Jersey™ herd enrolled on REAP (registration, Equity, type appraisal and performance programs). Elected as Vice President for a one-year term was Richard Doran, Jr., Newberry, S.C. Doran owns and manages Bush River Jerseys, a 700-head dairy operation that bottles and markets All-Jersey® brand milk with partner Peelers Dairy. W. Phil Gordon, Syracuse, Ind., was elected to a three-year term as AJCA Director from the Seventh District, succeeding two-term director and retiring Vice President James VanBuskirk, Carleton, Mich. Phil is a third-generation Jersey breeder and operates Gordon Farms with his wife Marty, daughter Mary, and son and daughter-in-law, Josh and Jennifer. Three sitting Directors were re-elected to a second three-year term: Robin Denniston-Keller, Byron, N.Y. (Second District); Jerry Spielman, Seneca, Kans. (Ninth District); and Jim Quist, Fresno, Calif. (Twelfth District). National All-Jersey Inc. David Endres, Lodi, Wis., was elected to serve a third term as president of National All-Jersey Inc. (NAJ). James S. Huffard III, Crockett, Va., was re-elected Vice President of the organization. Re-elected to the NAJ Board from District 1 was Norman H. Martin, Tillamook, Ore. The American Jersey Cattle Association was organized in 1868 to improve and promote the Jersey breed. Since 1957, National All-Jersey Inc. has served Jersey owners by promoting the increased production and sale of Jersey milk and milk products. Visit www.USJersey.com or more information about AJCA and NAJ programs and services, or follow the news feed at facebook.com/USJersey.
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