Limousin Voice Fall 2011

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Robert Nimmo15446 St. Andrews Rd., Caledon East, Ontario L7C 2R7

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Fall 2011 Vol. 7 No. 4 Official Publication of the Canadian Limousin Association

FeaturesAnnual General Meeting 10-12

2012 World Congress 16-19

Feedlot Message 25-26

ShowsCanadian Junior Limousin Show 20-24

Manitoba Youth Beef Roundup 29-30

In Every IssueBreed Improvement 8

Livestock Gentec 14

The View Through My Windshield 15

Quebec News 27-28

Ontario Junior Limousin News 32

Ontario News 33

Social News 33

Canadian Junior Limousin Report 34

Alberta News 34

Upcoming Events 40

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Preparing for the FutureThis fall has seen quite a run of prices, from cull cows all the way through the feeder

complex. The price rise over the year has occurred in the face of rising feed grain prices and financial instability in our largest trading partner. The North American cow herd

continues to show signs of liquidation and price outlooks are good to say the least.

While prices are good for the cow/calf industry, it means that it is the perfect time to focus on value adding to our cattle. Generally speaking, we are not likely to change or dig deep until the economic tides run against us. The challenge with that in the cattle industry is two-fold. First, when times are tough there is often a lack of financial resources to make changes. Secondly, by the time we implement a change through an entire cowherd, we are usually through the rough patch or out of the business. One of my favourite adages is, “when is the best time to plant an oak tree?” The answer, “50 years ago.” “When is the second best time?” “Now.” The same is true with breeding a cowherd.

In today’s environment there is hopefully some free cash starting to appear on the financials. By investing in improving the calf crop now, the changes will be ready when the next rough patch appears and we really need the extra value from the marketplace.

One area worth looking at is ultrasound. Producing and/or sourcing bulls with some indication of relative carcass merit, may seem unnecessary when the market is asking for weaned calves; but applying some emphasis now when times are good, means that you can readily move to retained ownership or simply ask a higher price when prices go down.

Another area to look at is feed conversion. As I write this, corn is over $7 and barley is relatively inexpensive at over $4 a bushel. Feed efficiency is one area that takes time to change, but by working at it in times of high prices when there is some slack, the cattle will be worth much more at low tide.

Health and pre-conditioning programs are also a great place to invest in high times. Establishing a name and reputation for healthy/high quality bunk ready calves can pay large dividends, even in today’s robust calf market.

It pays to learn to use available selection tools, such as EPDs and to develop a breeding / production / marketing plan. You may not see the huge differential in times of high prices, but again, it pays dividends at low tide.

I would encourage small scale experimentation with rations, new production methods, and other areas of the operation in times of plenty.

Focusing on quality always pays, and now is the best time to work in that direction. Quality rewards people in good times, and really rewards them in the tough times. Again, remember that the bull you buy today is your cowherd 5 to 10 years out and your finished calves 3 years from now.

For most commercial herds that keep their own replacements, the vast majority of their genetic improvement comes from herdsire selection. Working with a quality Limousin breeder can greatly help in this process. There is no real secret to developing a herd of quality cattle. Basically the 3 steps are as follows:

1. Define your goals

2. Buy the very best bull you can afford that meets those goals

3. Repeat

Working with a seedstock supplier to move your cowherd towards your goals can be fun and rewarding for everyone involved, and there really is no time like the present.

By Sean McGrath



The Canadian Limousin Association annual general meeting took place on August 20 in Orangeville, Ontario. Thank you to the members who took time to attend. Ontario was a wonderful host for the week-end events. Huge thanks to all the volunteers who made it memorable.For members who wish to receive an annual report booklet containing detailed activity reports, financial reports, provincial association reports etc., please contact the CLA office.

The AGM highlights:• CLA members from five provinces attended the AGM.

• Our financial statements showed that the CLA posted excess revenue of $49,607 over expenses. Our net worth has increased over $100,000 since 2007 and sat at $884,274 on December 31, 2010.

• Breed improvement Chair Bill Campbell explained the CLA’s endeavours towards breed improvement and their common goal to create demand for our information. He encouraged bull sellers to offer as much information as possible on their offering, as buyers look for animals with a complete set of data. Bill also circulated a summary of data received at the CLA office and trends. Many breeders who submit weaning weights do not submit docility. The two traits are measured at the same time and would be of great value to breed advancement. The same applies for carcass information. Very few breeders collect carcass data.

• The Canadian Junior Association announced their new board: President: Dillon Hunter (MB), Vice-President: Jayden Payne (SK), Secretary: Melanie Gollinger (ON), Treasurer: Dana Carpenter (SK), Press Reporter: Brandon Hertz (AB), Directors-at-large: Cassidy Matthews (AB), Katelynn Tedford (SK), Bailey McConnell (ON).The 2012 Conference will be held in Olds, Alberta July 11-14. The format will remain the same but the venue is different. Our event will be as part of Summer Synergy, a joint venture between the Calgary Stampede and Olds Ag Society. This allows our juniors to compete for scholarships believed to be up to $100,000 in 2012 ($56,000 in 2011). We hope to see everyone there, as it is a very exciting new youth event and 2012 will mark the 100th Anniversary of the Calgary Stampede. • Past National Show and Sale Committee Chair Rob Swaan thanked his committee members and other volunteers for very successful 2010 national events. Even though it was difficult to repeat the success of the 40th anniversary show, Farmfair did a great job welcoming exhibitors and hosting an all breed sale. Bouchard Livestock conducted the sale where the top selling animal was a Limousin heifer calf.Brian Lee took over the chair position earlier this spring and welcomed everyone to the 2011 National Show at the Royal Winter Fair. The show will take place on Saturday, November 5 at 8 am, followed by the Elite All Breed Sale at 6 pm. We are expecting 15 Limousin lots in the sale which should give us the lead in the catalogue and the sale order. The Show Cattle of the Year Awards will be presented at Agribition and sponsored by the CLA this year.

•Anne Brunet-Burgess briefed the members on CBBC activities. In 2010, the CLA benefited from CBBC financial assistance for international outbound missions (France, BIF, NALF meetings, ILC) and in bound mission at Farmfair where international guests from Australia, France and Mexico attended the Limousin show.The CBBC bylaws were updated in 2011. The main change is the composition of the executive which can now include breed association employees or associate member representatives. In the past, all members of the executive were breeders. •Marketing and promotion activities were recapped. Changes to the Limousin Voice, such as new publication dates and advertising rates were presented to the members also.

• Three new directors were elected to the board. They are Terry Hepper (SK), Kelly Yorga (SK) and Jim Richmond (AB).Returning directors are Bill Campbell (MB), Darby Cochrane (MB), Lynn Combest (AB), Brian Lee (ON), Stan Skeels (AB) and Dale Turner (SK).Retiring directors are Mary Hertz, Rob Swaan and Mike Geddes. They completed two terms of three years; therefore they were not eligible to return to the board of directors. We thank them for their dedication and hard work for the association!New executive is Bill Campbell, President; Lynn Combest, Vice-President and Darby Cochrane, Treasurer. Mary Hertz is no longer on the board but will remain on the executive as Past-President. Retiring Directors Mary Hertz, Mike Geddes and Rob Swaan

Bill Campbell, Breed Improvement Committee chair and now CLA President. The first President from

Manitoba since 1983 when Stan Cochrane was in that seat.



• Under new business, a letter received from the OLA was addressed. It requested that all Angus animals in Lim-Flex pedigrees be tested for Arthrogryposis multiplex, informally referred to as Curly Calf Syndrome,. The CLA board had discussed it the previous day and felt that the Canadian Angus policy protects our registry against including carrier animals as all Angus genetics in Lim-Flex animals are registered or recorded, therefore their pedigrees are known. The Canadian Angus Association Genetic Defect Policy is as follows: “Calves that have known carriers of a genetic defect in the first two generations (parental and grandparental) of their pedigree, without an intervening free result, will need to be tested for the causative gene to be eligible for registration. Calves born on or after January 1 of the year after a Canadian Angus Association-approved test becomes commercially available must be tested free of the causative gene to be eligible for registration. The Association will maintain a list of known carrier animals and animals that test free of causative genes for monitored defects on the Association website.”

• Once again members in attendance expressed their preference to keep the CLA AGM at the same time as the junior events. The 2012 Annual General Meeting will be held in conjunction with the National Junior Limousin Conference in Olds, Alberta. The date of the AGM will likely be July 13 in the morning.

Meet the new Canadian Limousin Association DirectorsAt the recent AGM, three new directors were elected to the board. These three individuals are strong contributors to the Limousin breed and we are very blessed that they have committed to a three year term. Terry HepperTerry has been a Limousin breeder since 1975. Together with his family, wife Lynette and daughters Sara and Erin, they operate Eden Meadows Farm at Zehner, Saskatchewan, located twenty minutes northeast of Regina. The herd consists of 40 purebred females. A SLA past president, Terry is still very involved with the Saskatchewan Limousin Association and currently sits on the board as Vice-President. He also serves as a board member on the Agribition Beef Committee, as well as the Junior Beef Supreme Committee. Terry is the Limousin breed representative at Agribition. Terry joins the CLA board of directors with a main focus. He would like to see more Limousin bulls being used in crossbreeding programs and increase the extra value Limo X calves would have in the market place. In five years time, he hopes to see the breed increasing in registrations and in cattle numbers during the new rebuilding phase.

CLA Board of Directors and their Spouses visited a feedlot while in Ontario AGM Booklet is available by contacting the CLA



Jim RichmondJim Richmond has been actively involved in the Limousin breed for 32 years - Richmond Ranch runs close to 300 head of purebred Limousin cattle on 3200 acres in the hills near Rumsey, Alberta. Jim’s great grandfather started there with commercial cattle in 1912. Bulls are still raised ranch style with the commercial cattlemen in mind. Jim started the Grass Country Bull sale 15 years ago, with the belief that top quality Limousin bulls would strengthen any herd with the benefits of crossbreeding. Jim sat on the Alberta Limousin Board from 1997-2002 and 2004-2009 and served as President in 2000 and 2004. Increase commercial acceptance of the Limousin breed through additional advertizing of its benefits and its cross breeding superiority are Jim’s main goals as a new CLA board member. He also has a special interest for marketing and breed improvement. Jim believes that by increasing commercial acceptance, it will result in more Limousin bulls being purchased and push demand for more and better females to produce these bulls. The end result should be more Limousin cattle on whole herd enrolment - thus a stronger CLA and breed in five years. Kelly Yorga Norma and Kelly Yorga ranch at Flintoft, Saskatchewan, and their farm name is J. Yorga Farms Ltd. [ JYF ] Their children Jeffrey, Jillian, and Jessica have been integral parts of the team over the years and they continue to be a great help. The Yorgas bought their first half blood bull in 1970 and have had the Limousin fever ever since. They believe that this great breed has a lot to offer the beef industry. The given attributes of high yielding carcasses combined with calving ease, will serve the Limousin breeders well into the future. The meat industry is becoming more and more focused on yield, which means people will be looking to Limousin for their cross-breeding needs. This is a very key time for us in the beef industry, and Kelly is looking forward to the challenges ahead.

# 13 - 4101, 19th Street N.E. Calgary, Alberta T2E 7C4

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CLA Executive CommitteePRESIDENT

Bill Campbell Phone: (204) 776-2322

Fax: (204) 776-2105 Email: [email protected]

TREASURER Darby Cochrane

Phone: (204) 855-2633 Cell: (204) 573-6529 Fax: (204) 855-2472

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VICE-PRESIDENT Lynn Combest

Phone: (403) 742-5211 Fax: (403) 742-6139 Cell: (403) 740-7621

PAST-PRESIDENT Mary Hertz

Phone: (403) 378-4190 Fax: (403) 378-3959

Email: [email protected]

CLA StaffGENERAL MANAGER

Anne Brunet-Burgess Email: [email protected]

REGISTRY/MEMBER SERVICES Dallas Wise


CLA DirectorsKelly Yorga

Phone: (306) 263-4432 Cell: (306) 642-7023


Stan Skeels Phone/Fax: (403) 843-6801

Cell: (403) 704-0288 Email: [email protected]

Dale Turner Phone: (306) 374-6585


Brian Lee Phone: (705) 340-5944


Jim Richmond Phone: (403)368-2103


Terry Hepper Phone: (306) 781-4628


Provincial Association PresidentsMARITIMES

Mike Horsnell Phone: (902) 847-9615

QUEBEC Serge Dethier

Phone: (450) 454-6456

ONTARIO Jeff Irvine

Phone: (519) 837-2113 Cell: (519) 827-5123


MANITOBA Jay-Deen Smyth

Phone: (204) 937-4384 Email: [email protected]

SASKATCHEWAN Kevin Rea


ALBERTA Wayne Burgess


BRITISH COLUMBIA Erin Kishkan




Note from the CLA: As announced earlier this year via our monthly newsletter, the CLA is embarking on a joint genomics research project that will permit us to establish Molecular Breeding Value. This research will allow us to understand molecular value from extracted DNA and consequently add it to our EPD’s. By doing so, we will be able to get higher accuracies at a younger age. This approach will save Limousin breeders time in attaining their breeding goals.

As an introduction to genomics and leading to more specific Limousin results, we will publish a series of fact sheets and would like to thank Livestock Gentec, for supplying us with the material and support.

For more information, visit their website at: www.livestockgentec.com

Genomics: A quick primerWhat is genomics, exactly?

Genomics is the field of science that studies an organism’s entire genome (DNA sequence). Genomics analyzes the relationship between genetics and traits, and uses the data to answer scientific questions and solve practical problems.

How does genomics work?

An organism (let’s use a calf as an example) inherits its DNA and genes from both parents. The calf’s genes and its environment determine its traits. The genes set the limits of the traits, and the environment influences how the calf develops within them. So if the parents are small, the calf will probably end up small, too. But if it receives lots of good quality food, it can grow to the upper limit set by its genetic heritage. (This logic applies to most traits although some, such as eye colour, are not influenced by environment.)

Most traits are governed by many genes. This is where genomics comes in. Using a few drops of our calf’s blood or the root of a tail hair, a laboratory can analyze its genetic make-up and test for thousands of SNPs (pronounced “snip”). A SNP is one of the smallest possible differences in the DNA between two organisms. Computer software can then match the pattern of the calf’s SNPs with specific traits. So, we can tell how fast the calf might grow, for example, or how resistant he might be to disease.

Many traits are already linked to patterns of SNPs on the genome. Genomics research is extending the list even farther for cattle, pigs and other species.



In 1970 (the beginning of the Limousin breed on this continent), the world population was 3.7 billion. Four decades and a short year later, the population stands at nearly 7 billion, actually 6,967,800 as of October 12, 2011. Census technicians are projecting world population will reach an excess of 10 billion people by the year 2083. Considering that the square acre land base of earth cannot change, and such a population will consume much more agricultural land, the providers of food stocks to feed the growing masses have a monumental challenge ahead.Since the growth in population will be more rampant in the eastern hemisphere, the major powers of the Far East have been sourcing all parts of the world, searching for viable opportunities for generations to come through purchases of land and interests in non-renewable resources. Modernization is increasing on a daily basis in nations of the Far East and a new affluent society is developing. This affluence can be seen, as major fast food companies establish their influence in these Far Eastern countries. There is a fast food restaurant established every second day and companies such as McDonalds relate their continued growth to such markets. The Argentinean Catholic University research department reports that Argentina’s cattle herd is the smallest in 100 years, due to negative government policies focused on increasing low priced beef supplies to domestic markets, in addition to severe drought in 2009. Beef is considered a staple food in that country. Earlier this year, American economists reported that the United States cow herd dropped to 1957 levels; that before this summer’s extreme drought in the large producing cattle states of Texas and Oklahoma where a major sell-off, of breeding herds ensued. In Canada, the sell-off of herds continues, as older producers having weathered seven years of BSE woes, choose to liquidate with stronger prices, rather than expand. China reports a large shortage of pork supplies. This insufficiency of red meat supplies is only showing us a small tip of a huge iceberg, simply because the re-stocking stage of the world’s breeding herd will make the situation acute.As breeders of seed stock supplies, where do we sit in the impending situation? The answer is simple… to achieve success, you must apply the most important word of being in the purebred cattle industry… participation. Now you can stay home, do nothing, complain about costs, association decisions (envy your fellow breeders who step out and try to achieve goals), and be relatively successful in standing still or moving backwards. For those who are visible, the situation will be reversed in years to follow. Breeders who will be successful are those who participate in breed events, activities and promotions. Attendance at sales is truly important, whether you bid or not… it takes people to make such events rewarding. How would you like to host a sale and have no one show up? Livestock shows are held for breeders to display their programs; these competitions among producers in Canada, go back prior to livestock shows, when growing the best pumpkin and squash was vied for by pioneers. Granted, showing cattle in today’s market does not go without expense, but if every breeder takes the expense attitude and excuse, the breed is not represented and hence, the commercial producer selects an alternate breed. It is paramount to attend and show support (whether you exhibit cattle or not) to those who have taken the time and expense in promoting the breed of which you are a member. Interestingly enough, a mere 5% of breeders promote and fund the other 95% of the breed. It feels good to be in the livestock industry in the current market. In all breeds, there is somewhat of a new buying crowd. The question you must ask yourself is, “Do they know that I am in the breed?” Your participation must also be a part of your national publication showing the livestock industry that your breed is strong and proud of what they have to offer. Remember the old cliché …you have to spend money to make money. For those who participate, have a great fall… the ride ahead in the livestock industry will be good… enjoy it!



Danish Limousin Association Welcomes You To The World Congress

2. - 10. July 2012Limousin breeding in Denmark

Denmark is a small fairytale country in Northern Europe with about 5 million inhabitants. It is a flat country with fertile land and a very long coast line. For centuries Denmark has been an agricultural country, but during the sixties the industry developed so much that it now represents the majority of the Danish export. In 1969 the first Limousines were imported from France. The breed quickly became popular among the Danish breeders. From then on many Limousines, embryos and semen were imported from the French nation. Today the Limousin breed is the most popular beef cattle breed in Denmark. There are about 10.000 Limousin cows in the danish herdbook. The great popularity of the Limousin breed is highly due to the efficient meat production, large net increase and easy calvings. ”Limousin Unique” is the breeders’ own sale association, where a large amount of meat is sold to consumers who value the exceptional quality of the Limousin meat.



Aalestrup Breeding Center is where the best bulls are tested in Denmark. Denmark has one of the best testing methods in the world, where the calves are tested from the 225th until the 365th day of age. During this period of time the calves are fed by their appetite, and weighed once a month. During the entire testing period both feed consumption and growth is registered.

Aalestrup Breeding Center

The meat area of the back muscle is measured three times during the testing period, and the temper of the animal is registered continuously. By the end of the testing period the calves are exterior evaluated. Every year about 55 Limousin bull calves are tested. From these calves 3 or 4 of the best are picked out for semen production. They are used in the breeding programme for a year after which the breeding council examines their offspring. After this and evaluating the recalculated genetic indices, it is decided which bulls are good enough for the predicate “Proven AI Bull.” At this time the bull is about 5 years old and has a full informationlabel on growth, slaughter, docility, feed efficiency, conformation, birth and calving(daughters) ability. Every year approximately 11.000 portions of Limousin semen are used in Denmark.Many of these portions are involved in the crossing with dairy cattle. As one of thefirst in the world Danish Limousines use gender preselected semen. We are nowable to supply domestic and foreign customers with sexfixed semen from bulls whohave passed the test at the Aalestrup Breeding Center.



Every summer various cattle shows are held all around in Denmark. At the cattle shows the best Limousin breeders gather and compete with each other. This social and professional gathering is a very important element among the breeders. Some shows last for several days.

The National Show in Herning, the place, where the World Congress 2012 will take place.



Numerous farmers have Limousines as a fulltime employment. However various smaller farms have cattle as a part time employment. This is the reason why there are many small farms with a herd of 10 to 20 breeding animals. The various small part time farms are the reason why the Danish Limousin Association presently has more than 700 members. For many years Danish Limousin Association has been breeding for polled Limousines. It is a common used breading strategy in many herds to use a top horned bull from France or from the Danish breading programme on the polled females in order to introduce the polled gene without losing the heavily muscling type that is wanted. The success is highly due to the Danish testing method and the well documented results of the bulls. This is why many good polled animals arefound in Denmark.Through the Danish Limousin Association animals and semen is exported to many countries – even back to the breed´s homeland, France. The demand for Danish animals is increasing every year. The Danish Limousin Association will host the International Limousin Congress in 2012. We will arrange a programme where our guests from abroad will visit the Danish National Show and theNational Breeding Center in Aalestrup. You will also visit some local Limousin herds and of course have guided tourist tours to experience Denmark.

Polled Limousin Female

You can read more about Danish Limousin and theILC 2012 on our website www.danishlimousin.dk We welcome you all to the ILC World Congress 2012 in Denmark!



2011 National Junior Conference

Orangeville, Ontario August 19 - 21, 2011

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CONFORMATION

FEMALES OPEN DIVISION HEIFER CALF CHAMPION, RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION AND OVERALL CHAMPION FEMALE Melissa MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with TMF Miss Lily 11Y by TMF Westwood 505W RESERVE HEIFER CALF CHAMPION Laura Scott, Lucknow, ON with RLF Ya Baby 611Y by TMF Soho 160S

JUNIOR YEARLING CHAMPION FEMALE Dillion Hunter, Virden, MN with Airlie Xtra Sweet Truffs XJG 13X by Windy Polled Tiburon

SENIOR YEARLING AND GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE Tyson Hertz, Duchess, AB with IVY’s Xtra Cool HTZ 34X by IVY’s Too Cool TRH 83T

RESERVE SENIOR YEARLING CHAMPION Kristina Drennan, Goderich, ON with Loyal Line X Playmate BLK 1X by Carrousels Peak Power

PUREBRED DIVISION

FEMALES HEIFER CALF CHAMPION Brad MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with RLF Yolanda 628Y by TMF Westwood 505W

RESERVE HEIFER CALF CHAMPION Abbey Gibson, Ripley, ON with DEM Your It 24Y by RPY Paynes Marathon 47U

JUNIOR YEARLING CHAMPION FEMALE Brandon Hollingsworth, Orono, ON with TBH 24X Red Maple X Rated by MNWS Frontier 507R

RESERVE JUNIOR YEARLING CHAMPION FEMALE Will McDonald,Sutton, ON with DRA Miss Perfect 718X by RAYDS Perfect 408T

SENIOR YEARLING, GRAND CHAMPION AND RESERVE CHAMPION OVERALL FEMALEJaxon Payne, Lloydminster, SK with TMF Miss 603X by ROMN Made to Order

RESERVE SENIOR YEARLING CHAMPION FEMALE Brad MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with RLF XBaby 530X by TMF Soho 160S

SENIOR CHAMPION AND GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE Melissa MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with RLF Wicked 406W by Carrousels Peak Power with her calf RLF 601Y by WULF’S Tailor Made



RESERVE SENIOR CHAMPION FEMALE Matt Rabbie, Picton, ON with LORF Lakeridge Wanitta 8W by Anchor B The Shmoose with calf by side SFC 1Y by SFC Wolfgang.

BRED AND OWNED DIVISION

FEMALES HEIFER CALF CHAMPION Emily Gibson, Ripley, ON with EGL 2L Yogi Bear by RLF Trail Blazer 29T.

JUNIOR YEARLING CHAMPION FEMALE Katie Hern, Exeter, ON with KAT 1X X Marks the Spot by HERNS Park Ave.

SENIOR YEARLING AND GRAND CHAMPION FEMALE Brandon Hertz, Duchess, AB with Xtra Sweet BHM 4X by WULF’s Revolver 1219R.

RESERVE SENIOR YEARLING AND RESERVE CHAMPION FEMALE Emily Gibson, Ripley, ON with EGL XOXO Kisses 1X by WULF’s Shop Talk 2332S.

BULLS BULL CALF CHAMPIONBrad MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with RLF Your Wicked 601Y by WULF’s Tailor Made 2107T.

RESERVE BULL CALF CHAMPION Melanie Gollinger, Lisle, On with EJG 3Y Airlie Cookie Monster 3Y by MNWS Frontier 507R.

COMMERCIAL DIVISION FEMALES YEARLING HEIFER CHAMPION Ashley McConnell, Kincardine, ON with TMF 502X by JCL Backfire.

MARKET HEIFER CHAMPIONMelissa MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with Lil’ Lulu by Limousin Bull TMF Sequoia.

STEERS MARKET STEER AND MARKET ANIMAL CHAMPION Brad MacIntyre, Lucknow, ON with Big Bruce by Limousin Bull TMF Sequoia.

RESERVE MARKET STEER AND RESERVE MARKET ANIMAL CHAMPION Bailey McConnell, Kincardine, ON with Sparky by Limousin Cow Keward Nightshade KLP 3N.

TEAM JUDGING PEE WEE 1. Michaela Rodger 2. Cole Gibson JUNIOR 1. Melissa MacIntyre, Jaxon Payne 2. Tyler Murray, Cheyenne Porter 3. Hayden Burgess, Will MacDonald

INTERMEDIATE 1. Brandon Hertz, Jayden Payne 2. Brad MacIntyre, Laura Scott 3. Brodie Hunter, Dillion Hunter Limousin Voice Fall 2011 22



SENIOR 1. Kyle Payne, Melanie Gollinger 2. Tyson Hertz, Emily Gibson

PHOTOGRAPHY PEEWEE 1. Cole Gibson JUNIOR 1. Melissa MacIntyre 2. Joe Scott 3. Jordan Gibson INTERMEDIATE 1. Brad MacIntyre 2. Laura Scott 3. Jayden Payne SENIOR 1. Melanie Gollinger 2. Tyson Hertz 3. Kyle Payne

SCRAPBOOKING

PEEWEE1. Michaela Rodger2. Cole Gibson

JUNIOR1. Melissa MacInytre2. Connor Rodger3. Tyler Murray

INTERMEDIATE1. Brad MacIntyre 2. Abbey Gibson3. Bailey McConnell

SENIOR 1. Melanie Gollinger2. Kristina Drennan 3. Emily Gibson

TEAM FITTING 1. Tyson Hertz, Joe Scott, Scott Oster, Cole Gibson 2. Brad MacIntyre, Jaxon Payne, Jayden Payne, Colton Rodger 3. Kyle Payne, Mathew Francisco, Cheyenne Porter, Hayden Burgess

PRINT MARKETING PEE WEE 1. Cole Gibson 2. Nala Swan JUNIOR 1. Melissa MacIntyre 2. Cheyenna Porter 3. Connor Rodger

INTERMEDIATE 1. Jayden Payne 2. Brandon Hertz 3. Brad MacIntyre SENIOR 1. Melanie Gollinger 2. Emily Gibson 3. Tyson Hertz

INDUSTRY QUIZ PEEWEE 1.Michaela Rodger2. Nala Swan3. Cole Gibson JUNIOR1. Connor Rodger2. Cheyenne Porter3. Nicole Scott

INTERMEDIATE1. Katie Hern2. Jayden Payne3. Brandon Hertz

SENIOR1. Tyson Hertz2. Melanie Gollinger3. Brandon Hollingsworth

ORAL MARKETING

PEEWEE1. Cole Gibson2. Michaela Rodger3. Nala Swan

JUNIOR1. Cheyenne Porter2. Melissa MacIntyre3. Jaxon Payne

INTERMEDIATE1. Brandon Hertz2. Jayden Payne3. Brad MacIntyre

SENIOR1. Tyson Hertz 2. Kyle Payne3. Brandon Hollingsworth



INTERMEDIATE1. Brad MacIntyre2. Bailey McConnell

SENIOR1. Tyson Hertz2. Kyle Payne

CHAMPION OVERALL SHOWPERSONConnor Rodger

RESERVE CHAMPION OVERALL SHOWPERSONMeilssa MacIntyre

AGGREGATES

JUNIOR1. Melissa MacIntyre2. Cheyenne Porter

INTERMEDIATE1. Brad MacIntyre2. Jayden Payne

SENIOR1. Tyson Hertz2. Melanie Gollinger

JEAN LOCKE AWARDKyle Payne

HERDSMAN AWARD Rail Line Farms Show Crew

PUBLIC SPEAKING

PEEWEE1. Cole Gibson 2. Nala Swan

JUNIOR1. Melissa MacIntyre2. Tyler Murray3. Graham Falconer

INTERMEDIATE1. Brandon Hertz2. Brad MacIntyre3. Bailey McConnell

SENIOR1. Tyson Hertz2. Emily Gibson3. Melanie Gollinger

SHOWMANSHIP

PEEWEE1. Cole Gibson2. Michaela Rodger

JUNIOR1. Connor Rodger 2. Melissa MacIntyre



Back in February, I visited two feedlot operators in Ontario. They were recommended to me by a large commercial producer who had done business with them in the past and thought I should hear what they had to say. The same source added two more names to the list for a summer visit, which I did while in Ontario for our annual general meeting and the junior conference.

The conversations with them were very informative, most interesting and somewhat alarming. From the Canadian Limousin Asso-ciation standpoint, I feel it is my duty to help our members prosper with their business of raising Limousin cattle. Under that same line of thinking, it is your breed association’s responsibility to arm you with tools to conquer that success and give you a heads-ups if threats or obstacles are on the horizon.

The four places had a lot in common; all great believers in the Limousin breed from way back, sharp operations with data to support their decisions and identify their own areas of financial gain or loss. They represent a niche market that has been the pillar of Eastern Canadian Limousin calf buyers. Their comments and views are specific to their operations and Ontario packer buyers, and may or may not apply across the Nation. However, the message is consistent between the four of them.

Murray and Scot Legge of Chesley, buy about 1000 steer calves that have been double vaccinated and guaranteed castrated. They expect a 4 lb gain on feed, while keeping the live weight under 1500 lbs at market time when sold to Norwich Packers. They focus on animals with extra muscling and loin, thus their special interest in Limousin cattle. Murray commented on the breed; “There is nothing better than a good Limousin steer and there is nothing worse than a bad Limousin steer”. I acknowledged that comment with numerous follow up questions.

Murray explained that his ideal type of Limousin feeder cattle that are available for him to buy, is no longer the rule but somewhat the exception. If you can picture a Limo x Belgian Blue steer this would perfectly exemplify what the Legges strive for. At one time, their barns were full of those heavy muscle, high yielding, money making feeders, but now, Murray feels that only half of them are muscled enough. He links the change in the Limousin breed due to the Angus hype of recent years and that our seedstock producers fell under that spell in trying to modify Limousin into an Angus looking animal. “When Limousin don’t have extra muscle, they are just commodity cattle” worries Murray when forecasting his bottom line. Only one group of black Angus influence cattle were ever fed at Legge Beef Farms and it is remembered as “The most aggravating experience as a feedlot operator”.

Long time cattleman Wally Schaus and his son Ken own numerous feedlots throughout Ontario along with an order buying service and trucking company. The focus is simple – profitability! Wally is quick at sharing that making money is the main goal and that comes in many different ways. “We feed all breeds of steers and heifers and when purchased right, they all achieve the main goal, but we do get a better yield with our Limo cattle”. For example a load that sold in early February achieved a 65.53% yield. ”When we buy Limo calves at the same price as others, the Limos are more profitable because of conversion, gain and yield.”

However, those wonderful words of praise for the Limousin breed did come with a “but” (no pun intended). Wally feels that muscling has been bred out of Limousin. While other breeds improved that trait, Limousin lost ground. Specialty packers will outbid Limousin animals over any other breed when they are the right kind for them. But he asked, “Did you forget what you were good at?”

For Jack and Diane Chaffe and his brother Joe, it’s all heifers on feed at their Mitchell, Ontario location. The group is usually at least half Limousin, but this year, some of their regular suppliers kept their heifers and some groups just got too expensive, even though Jack will pay up to six cents more per pound for Limousin cross calves over Charolais. The Chaffe family is highly committed to the Ontario Corn Fed Beef program and with Loblaws as the newest retailer chain on board, this marketing venue is very attractive.

They only purchase cattle from known-reputation suppliers so they always know what to expect in terms of quality, type and health protocol. The hip is the most important trait for them but feed conversion is a close second. “If the cattle don’t have heavy hips, we cannot get the premium from the packer that we need in order to offer more than what commodity cattle would generate for our suppliers”, confided Jack. Their records proved the yield superiority of their Limo cross animals; in 2010 they achieved 63.1% on average compared to 61.5% for the other pens.



Chaffe Beef Farms finds a bit more consistency in the Limousin heifers they buy, due to sticking to the same suppliers year after year, but they do urge the seedstock producers to keep working on temperament and never take for granted the improvement that has been made over the years.

Riverside Farm located in Cargill, Ontario specializes mostly in back grounding grass cattle. Its owner Alan Anstett likes to buy light cattle (under 500 lbs) and feeds them to 900 to 950 lbs. Alan says that straight Limo calves are often too heavy to fit his structure, but a Limo x Angus feeds well for him. Alan also conducted an interesting home test, comparing Limousin and Charolais on feed and on grass. Limos outgained the Chars on feed while the Chars outgained on grass; however the Limousin yield topped both groups.

The Anstett family also owns the local auction mart and have a direct line of communication with the packers/buyers. A resurgence of demand for lean, high yield carcasses like a typical Limousin animal would produce, has been noticed from the packer side and they do offer a premium for it.

“I like my Limousin feeders because of their hips. My buyers recognize their high yield and they are able to pay me a premium because of it”, sums up what Alan shared with me, but he encourages Limousin purebred breeders to never quit focusing on more muscle/more hip so the bulls they sell to commercial producers sire calves that will carry that trait and be rewarded for it down the line. Alan also made an interesting comment “If you have to tell me that your calves are Limos because I can’t see it in them, I don’t really want to feed them.”

These Ontario feedlot confessions may put together the good, the bad and the ugly, but customers are always right, right? At least they have the right to their opinion. I,for one, felt it was worth repeating and for some of you; it may make sense to take a look at your breeding program and make some decisions accordingly if that market is one that you aim for. Stay tune for more feedlot feedback.

Chaffe Family: Jack and Diane Chaffe and their sons. The boys have a select herd of

cows that produce their 4-H projects.

Heifers on feed at Chaffe Beef Farms.

The type of steers that Murray and Scot Legge strive for.

Feeder heifers on pasture but still accessing timed grain feeding is a barn.

Front pasture steers at Riverside Farm in Cargill, Ontario.

Schaus’ facilities are second to none. Cattle are kept inside for their finishing period.

A group of Limousin influence steers that exemplifies what the Ontario feedlots are

excepting of the breed.



Nouvelles du Québec par Laurent Charron, propagandiste

Journée champêtre La journée champêtre du 13 août, chez M. Mario et Dany Simard, fut une belle réussite. Environ 180 personnes était présentes. Plusieurs activités ont eu lieu soit, balade en remorque pour présenter la ferme, un rallye, deviner le poids du taureau, vente de carreaux dans enclos (deviner où l’animal fera son “tas”). La famille Simard a présenté l’historique de la ferme en textes, photos et par un exposé présenté par la fille aînée Vanessa. Plusieurs prix de présence ont été tirés. Anne Brunet-Burgess de l’association canadienne était au programme avec une introduction à l’enregistrement des animaux Limousin ou Lim-Flex et l’enrôlement des troupeaux. Un excellent repas a clôturé cette belle journée. Merci particulier à tous ceux qui se sont déplacés pour la journée, aux commendataires et ceux qui ont fourni les prix de présence. Un très grand merci très mérité à M. Mario Simard et sa famille pour sa préparation et leur chaleureux accueil.

Taureaux Limousin en station Il y a 62 taureaux Limousin en station présentement, soit 22 à la station de St-Martin, 15 à la station de Quyon , 25 à la station �Unique Limousin 1�. Déjà 24 inscriptions pour l ’entrée du 15 novembre à la station �Unique Limousin 2�. Pour des informations sur les taureaux les personnes à contacter sont : - Station Limousin: Camelle Caux 1-418-839-8071 - Station St-Martin: Normand Lemieux 1-418-837-7105 poste 257 - Station Quyon: Linda Larocque 1-819-647-5779 poste 230

Station d’épreuve unique Limousin Coordonnées de la station d’épreuve Limousin La Station Limousin du Québec est chez Raymond Durivage: Ferme EDPA , 292, Lafrenière, St-Édouard-de-Napierville QC J0L 1Y0 Téléphone: (450) 454-9298, Télécopieur: (450) 454-9298, Cellulaire: (514) 977-7715, Email: [email protected]

Le conseil d’administration de la Station est le suivant: Marc Rousseau, président, Serge Dethier, vice-président, Yves Larocque, directeur, Jérôme Poirier, directeur, Marcel McDuff, directeur, Éric Ratelle, directeur, Claude Lavallée, directeur.

Représentation L’association Limousin du Québec, par l’entremise de son propagandiste Laurent Charron était présent à L’expo-Bœuf

de Victoriaville les 7et 8 octobre. Les visiteurs ont pu se procurer de l’information sur la race.

Félicitations Encore une fois les éleveurs Limousin se sont distingués lors des prix du PATBQ, puisque 5 d’entre eux se sont classés parmi les tops 15. Au revoir Au nom de l’association des éleveurs Limousin du Québec et en mon, nous saluons les gens qui arrêtent en élevage : François Caux, Léo Gélinas, Richard Potvin, André Boulay et merci de votre collaboration.

Vente de femelles Malheureusement la vente de femelles prévue pour le 22 octobre a été cancellée à faute de manque d’animaux.

The new Québec Limousin Bull Test Station is now at Ferme EDPA La nouvelle station unique de taureaux Limousin est maintenant à la

Ferme EDPA

Congratulations to Ferme Des Peupliers for placing 5th among all purebred breeders in Québec

for the Prix PATBQ Félicitations à la Ferme Des

Peupliers pour leur 5ieme place parmi tous les éleveurs pur-sang

pour le prix PATBQ

Le kiosque Limousin/ Limousin kiosque at

Expo Boeuf



Quebec News

Annual Field Day August 13 The Quebec Limousin field day was hosted by Mario and Dany Simard of Ste-Sophie de Levrard. A full afternoon of activities kept the 180+ guests entertained on this beautiful August day. The traditional hay wagon tour of the farm allowed the crowd to view the fields in production and see the herd on pasture. Bull calves destined to the bull test stations were on display in the barn along with their dams. The main herd sire: BLB Titanium 95T wooed everyone with his muscular type and outstanding disposition. Anne Brunet-Burgess from the CLA was part of the program. She presented an introduction to registration and performance data submission for purebred and Lim-Flex cattle.

Limousin bulls in station There are 62 bulls on test throughout the province. The St.Martin station greeted 22 head while there are 15 in Quyon and 25 at our own Limousin station’s first entry. To date 24 nominations have been received for the second entry. For more information about Limousin bulls in Quebec, please contact the following coordinators: - Limousin Station: Camelle Caux 1-418-839-8071 - St-Martin Station: Normand Lemieux 1-418-837-7105 poste 257 -Quyon Station: Linda Larocque 1-819-647-5779 poste 230 As announced earlier, our own Limousin Station has a new home. Raymond Durivage, Ferme EDPA is our new host. The station is located at: 292, Lafrenière, St-Édouard-de-Napierville (QC) J0L 1Y0 Phone: (450) 454-9298, fax: (450) 454-9298, Cell: (514) 977-7715 Email: [email protected]

The board of directors for the station includes: Marc Rousseau, president, Serge Dethier, vice-president, Yves Larocque, director, Jérôme Poirier, director, Marcel McDuff, director, Éric Ratelle, director, Claude Lavallée, director.

Representation If you were at Expo Bœuf over Thanksgiving week end in Victoriaville, you may have noticed that the Quebec Limousin Association was on site. Fieldman Laurent Charron manned our booth and handed Limousin information to those who stopped by.

Farewell On behalf of the association and its staff, we wish a happy retirement to the following herds that have recently dispersed: Francois Caux, Léo Gélinas, Richard Potvin and André Boulay

Female sale Unfortunately our annual association female sale was cancelled due to lack of entries.

Congratulations Once again, Limousin breeders did extremely well at the PATBQ awards, with 5 of them placing in the top 15 of all breeds. Congratulations to all.

Top cow/calf pairs and the main herd bull were on display in the barn Quelques unes des meilleures vaches avec leurs veaux ainsi que le

taureau en service princial étaient en exhibit dans l’étable

The program included a herd visit in the field / Le programme incluait une

visite de troupeau au champs

The tour was done with the traditional hay wagon rides Les invités se sont promenés en remorques pour visiter les lieux

Mario Simard and his family hosted the 2011 QC Limousin

Field Day Mario Simard et sa famille étaient les hôtes de la fête

champêtres Limousin



JudgesBonnie Glasman, Andrea Arbuckle, Ken Williams, Ken Waddell, Karen Williams, Rilla Hunter and Craig Scott

sALes TALK

Pee WeeCody Carson

JuniorCindy Jack

inTermediATeRaina Syrnyk

senior Nicholas Bray

PHoTogrAPHY

Pee WeeWyatt Inglis

JuniorNaomi Best

inTermediATeTaylor Carvey

seniorMegan Kemp

grAPHiC design

Pee Wee Wyatt Inglis

JuniorNaomi Best

inTermediATeShania Jack

seniorMegan Kemp

PrinT mArKeTing

Pee WeeCarter Hedley

JuniorNaomi Best

inTermediATeMathew Ginter

seniorMichael Hunter

ArT

Pee WeeCody Carson

JuniorKaitlyn Davey and Taron Topham

inTermediATe Shania Jack

seniorMegan Kemp

sCrAP BooK

Pee WeeWyatt Inglis

JuniorKendra Topham

inTermediATeShania Jack

seniorMegan Kemp

Judging

Pee WeeHanna Popp

JuniorNaomi Best

inTermediATeMatthew Ginter

seniorMegan Kemp

TeAm Judging

JuniorCindy Jack and Evan Trimble

inTermediATeMatthew Ginter and Sydney de Koning

seniorMegan Kemp and Nicholas Bray

TeAm groomingNicholas Bray, Braden Calvert, Lindsay Verwey, Naomi Best, Brooklyn Hedley and Brady McLeod

CooK off

JudgesKen Waddell, Dave Erixon, Raina Syrnyk, Justin Kristjansson, Taylor Carvey, Alyssa Sigvaldason, Sydney de Koning and Taron Topham

July 29-31, 2011 Neepawa, MB



sHoWmAnsHiP

Pee WeeWyatt Inglis

JuniorJustin Carvey

inTermediATeTaylor Carvey

seniorMichael Hunter

ConformATion

Heifer CALf

Class 11. Brodie Hunter, Kenton, MB

YeArLing Heifer

Class 21. Kaitlyn Davey, Westbourne, MB2. Dillon Hunter, Kenton, MB

CoW/CALf PAir

Class 41. Dillon Hunter, Kenton, MB2. Brodie Hunter, Kenton, MB

senior CHAmPion femALeDillion Hunter, Kenton, MB

reserve senior CHAmPion femALe And reserve CHAmPion Limousin femALeBrodie Hunter, Kenton, MB

CHAmPion Limousin femALeKaitlyn Davey, Westbourne, MB

CHAmPion Limousin BuLL CALfDillon Hunter, Kenton, MB

CommerCiAL CATTLe

Heifer CALf

Class 11. Wyatt Inglis, Rapid City, MB2. Shania Jack, Portage, MB

YeArLing Heifer

split 11. Devon Manns, Carberry, MB2. Naomi Best, Harding, MB

split 21. Justin Carvey, Alexander, MB2. Laura Horner, Minnedosa, MB

Junior CHAmPion And grAnd CHAmPion CommerCiAL femALeJustin Carvey, Alexander, MB

reserve Junior CHAmPion And reserve grAnd CHAmPion CommeriCAL femALeLaura Horner, Minnedosa, MB

TWo YeAr oLd CoW/CALf PAir1. Sydney de Koning, Eden, MB2. Shania Jack, Portage, MB

senior CoW/CALf PAir1. Cindy Jack, Portage, MB

senior CHAmPion CommerCiAL femALeSydney de Koning, Eden, MB

reserve senior CHAmPion femALeShania Jack, Portage, MBLaura Horner, Minnedosa, MB

BuLL CALf

Class 51. Sydney de Koning, Eden, MB2. Cindy Jack, Portage, MB

fAT sTeer CLAss1. Laura Horner, Minnedosa, MB2. Raina Syrnyk, Ethlebert, MB

CHAmPion fAT sTeerLaura Horner, MB

reserve CHAmPion sTeerRaina Syrnyk, Ethlebert, MB

2011 grouP PHoTo

Social NewsWalter (Walt) Harry BrowarnyNovember 28, 1935 – August 24, 2011It is with deep sorrow the family of Walter Browarny announces his passing on August 24, 2011. Walter was born to Harry and Josephine Browarny on November 28, 1935 in Calgary, Alberta. Walter and Marie were married in May, 1958 and with the birth of daughter, Shannon and son Allan, Walter’s circle of family and love was complete. Walter’s work with Imperial Oil would become a 14 year career, until 1967 when Walter decided to become a livestock photographer. In 1970 Browarny Photographics was formed and Walter traveled all over the world photographing livestock. Walter loved his work and he was fully dedicated to giving his clients the very best of his talents. Walter was a true artist and could see the beauty in all nature and all creatures.

Grandson Corbin in 1998 and granddaughter Sophia in 2008 were welcomed into Walter’s life. The grandchildren were a joy to Walter and they brought a new purpose to his life. Walter was a devoted family man and he cherished the time he shared with them.

James E. HayesPassed away suddenly at Royal Victoria Hospital in Barrie, Ontario on Monday September 5th, 2011. James Hayes of Cookstown was in his 59th year. Only son of the late Elbert and Eleanor Hayes. Best friend of Linda Copeland. Loved by many family and friends. James will be remembered as a passionate cattleman who mentored many young people in the business. He spent countless hours teaching clipping and grooming to whomever was interested in learning. Canadian Limousin Association’s General Manager, Anne Brunet-Burgess worked for James at numerous shows and sales and spent the summer of 1987 at North-ern Fitting Services in Cookstown, where she was introduced to the Limousin breed.



My Canadian Experience By Kevin Leroux, French Student

Note from the CLA:The CLA often gets requests from students abroad seeking a “Canadian Limousin” experience. Whenever possible, we try to put them in contact with an appropriate host. Kevin Leroux is a young man who was working at the French Limousin Bull Test Station when he was considering coming to Canada. Through mutual contacts, he came here in June and stayed with the Cochrane family in Alexander, Manitoba for a couple of months. Kevin wrote a short report on his stay and wanted to share with our Limousin Voice readers his unique experience.If you are interested in hosting a foreign student, please inform the CLA. There are many young Limousin enthusiasts out there who would love to discover our country and our cattle. As part of my schooling, a two year Bachelor’s degree program called Superior Agricultural Technician at SEVREUROPE in Bressuire, I had to do an internship for a month abroad. I am passionate about the Limousin breed and I did several internships in my school year, including a practicum at the French National Limousin Bull Test Station in Lanaud. Through the people I worked with, I was able to get in touch with the Canadian Limousin Association and with their help, I was able to find a host in Canada. I decided to stay at Cochrane Stock Farm in Manitoba for two months, to better discover the country and Canadian agriculture. These two months were an extraordinary experience in terms of culture and agriculture (crops, herd management and cattle selection). I quickly realized that farming systems are really different from the ones in France, given the immensity of the Canadian territory. I was most impressed of the dimensions that Canadian farmers have to deal with. Another discovery for me was getting to understand and appreciate the “Feedlot” aspect of the beef industry, something that doesn’t exist in France. I was involved with every task of the daily activities at Cochrane’s which gave me a broad perspective of Canadian agriculture. I was also able to participate at two Limousin shows; this is when I realized the differences in cattle selection in Canada, compared to what is practiced in France (size of animals, hindquarter, depth, etc.). These two months will remain unforgettable and engraved forever in my memory. I thank all who helped me make this dream come true, particularly the Cochrane family for their confidence in me, for opening their home to me and for taking the time to show me their country and their farm. I would also like to thank the Canadian Limousin Association and the Lanaud Station for allowing me to realize this amazing internship.

Note de l’association:Note de l’association :L’Association Canadienne Limousin reçoit souvent des demandes de stage provenant d’étudiants étrangers. Le texte qui suit, est un petit compte rendu que Kevin Leroux, un étudiant français, a écris après son séjour chez un élevage Limousin au Manitoba. Kevin travaillait à la station de taureaux de Lanaud (association française) lorsqu’il a décidé que le Canada lui plaisait comme destination de stage à l’étranger. Si vous êtes intéressée à recevoir un étudiant, nous vous prions d’en informer l’association canadienne. Les demandes excèdent toujours les possibilités de maitres de stage. Dans le cadre de ma formation en BTSA ACSE (Brevet Technicien Supérieur Agricole, Analyse et de Conduite d’un Système Agricole), une formation de 2 ans réaliser après un Baccalauréat, dans l’établissement SEVREUROPE de Bressuire. Je devais réaliser un stage d’un mois à l’étranger. Je suis passionné par l’élevage Limousin et j’ai ainsi réalisé plusieurs stages au cours de mon année scolaire, dont un à la station nationale de qualification Française Limousin. Par l’intermédiaire des personnes que j’ai côtoyé j’ai pu prendre contact avec l’association Limousine Canadienne, et c’est grâce à leur aide que j’ai pu trouver un stage sur l’élevage Cochrane Stock Farm au Manitoba. J’ai moi-même décidé d’y rester deux moi pour mieux découvrir le pays et l’agriculture Canadienne. Ces deux mois furent pour moi une très grande expérience au niveau culturel et agricole (système d’exploitation en céréales, gestion de troupeau et sélection Limousine). C’est là que je me suis rendu compte que les systèmes agricoles sont vraiment différents de la France, compte tenu de l’immensité du territoire Canadien. Le plus impressionnant pour a été de constater que tout est surdimensionné au regard de ce que je connaissais en France. Une autre découverte pour moi a été la connaissance de systèmes de “Feedlots”, système d’engraissement qui n’existe pas en France. J’ai eu la chance de participer à toutes les tâches sur l’élevage Cochrane ce qui m’a permis d’apprendre et de découvrir énormément sur l’agriculture Canadienne. J’ai aussi pu participer à deux concours Limousins, c’est aussi là que je me suis rendu compte de la différence de sélection Française et Canadienne (grandeur des animaux, quartier arrière, profondeur, etc.) Ces deux mois resteront inoubliables et gravés à jamais dans ma mémoire. Je remercie tous particulièrement toute la Famille Cochrane pour la confiance qu’ils m’ont accordée, leur accueil et pour avoir pris le temps de me faire découvrir leur pays et leur ferme. Je remercie aussi l’association Canadienne et la station de Lanaud pour m’avoir permis de réaliser ce stage extraordinaire.

Mon sjour au Canada Par Kevin Leroux, étudiant français



WHAT A HOWL!!! The CJLA National Show has come and gone but we’ve all got great memories of good times shared. Congratulations to all participants for your enthusiasm to the Limousin breed. We hope that you tried a new event, learned some new skills and left that weekend knowing many more juniors that you can say hello to at the next event! Be sure to check out the award winners, class winners, female champion and some great pictures taken throughout the weekend in another section in this publication. A huge thank you to the working committee of Emily Gibson, Melanie Gollinger,Katie Hern, Bailey McConnell, Melissa MacIntyre, Sara Parkinson and Brad MacIntyre for their dedication over the past two years in pulling the show together. Another thank you to Holli Lee – meals, Jim Overland – Barn Boss, Rose Anne McConnell – Registrations, Tim Seifried – Events Coordinator and Kevin Preston – OLA Junior Supporter, for their assistance with these areas and attending our meetings over the past six months. Thanks also to Mike Geddes and Christine MacIntyre for helping with the event planning and guidance in organizing such a large event.

The show in Orangeville would not have been the Howl’n Success it was without the support of our many sponsors. Many breeders, friends, organizations and businesses stepped up to the plate to financially support this event. A sincere thank you from all who participated, to each of you, for your support of our junior program.

At our Provincial Show in Lindsay, the OJLA held a Showmanship Competition. Congratulations to my brother Brad MacIntyre for claiming Champion Showperson and a pat on the back to myself, Melissa MacIntyre as the Reserve Champion Showperson. Honourable mention to Braeden Weppler for third place overall. The Juniors will compete again at the Royal Winter Fair in Toronto. To be eligible to compete you must be a current OJLA member for this current year and register with Amanda Rosborough prior to Thursday, November 3rd, 2011.

Be sure to get a ticket on our “LOADED Aluminum Showbox.” Tickets are $10 each or 3 for $25 and are available from any OJLA member or at the Royal. The draw will take place at the Royal Elite Sale on Sat. Nov. 5th, 2011.

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Champion Overall Showperson Brad MacIntyre

Reserve Champion Overall Showperson Melissa MacIntyre

Honourable Mention Braeden Weppler

Les Stone Memorial Reserve Champion Showman Brad MacIntyreLimousin Voice Fall 2011 32


Hello from Ontario. This fall has started off to be cold and wet, the fall fairs are finishing up as people are looking towards the big event at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair. The junior show held in august at Orangeville was a great success, thanks to all the sponsors and volunteers. The junior members were very happy to be part of the event. Be sure to check the CLA and Ontario Limousin websites for a full listing of Limousin sales which will present great oppor-tunities to purchase Ontario Limousin genetics. The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair will be held the first two weeks of November in Toronto, Ontario. A Junior show will be held on Thursday November 3rd. The event is open to all junior members. The open show will be held on Saturday No-vember 5th at 8 am. The show will showcase fullblood and purebred Limousin genetics from throughout Canada.New this year is the Limousin Future Royalty Classic sponsored by Norwich Packers. Norwich Packers have always been great supporters of Limousin beef. The OLA would like to thank them for their sponsorship. Come and check out the 2011 Limousin genetics at the RAWF.

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As we wind down to the Fall it is hard to believe that another year has whistled by before our eyes. News in the ALA is slim this time of year but I would like to THANK all who took part in our calendar auction last month. We were having trouble finding a venue to host it at after we had to cancel our summer golf tourney and fun day; so we had an online auction that turned out extremely well. This calendar is to be done for distribution at Farmfair so watch for it; they are free and do turn out nicely.Speaking of Farmfair we encourage all to take time to come over to Edmonton and cheer on those who are out there waving the Limousin flag. It seems every year we wonder if there will be enough for a show and this year is no exception as more breeders find it difficult to run the roads and promote their firms and our breed. Unfortunately it is sort of like “out of site out of mind” and it feels as this is becoming more of a look to the breed. And to those who are still out there in the eyes of the World I salute you. Also taking place in Edmonton will be The Headliner Sale where we should have a small but noticeable presence again.The ALA will wrap up our year’s events with our AGM and Pacesetter Sale in Olds on Dec. 3rd. This has always been an event to attend for some camaraderie, association business, good food and an offering of superior genetics for appraisal. I ask that you mark this on your calendar now and make your preparations to join us in Olds. This event is piggy backing with the good folks at Highland as they have moved their sale to December and as you will notice elsewhere in this issue it happens the night before; so what better time than this to come out for Christmas fun and fellowship and have a Limousin weekend and recharge for the season.

As I wrap up my tenure as president I want to take a second and thank all directors for your dedication and perseverance as we work to promote this breed – THANKS! I would also like to take the opportunity to wish everyone continued success in the spring with your bull sales and to continue with Limousin – this is the right breed for these times producing cattle that do and will work for the industry -PERIOD.Wayne Burgess, President.(403) 813-8416

Hello, my name is Brandon Hertz and I have been elected as the new press reporter for the CJLA. First off, I would like to say a HUGE thank you to T Bar C for their ongoing support of the CJLA as well as many other junior associations through their fund raising golf tournament. Also we would like to thank Y2K Land and Cattle for their generous sponsorship to the CJLA with proceeds from the sale last December.

The CJLA conference was held in Orangeville, Ontario and it was a great time; thanks to all of the volunteers and sponsors that made it possible. It was three days packed with fun activities shared with good friends. Next year promises to be just as exciting with a new twist to the junior conference. We will be holding the event in conjunction with “Summer Synergy” July 13th through 15th. This event hosts junior breed shows such as Angus, Simmental, Hereford and Charolais. The winners from each breed will be brought into the Calgary Stampede to select a Supreme Champion, both purebred and commercial. Also, there are scholarships given out to all ages of juniors. With this year being the 100 year anniversary of the Calgary Stampede, there will be a substantial amount of money given out to juniors of all ages. This would be the perfect time to plan a family vacation and attend the “Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth;” perhaps even take in the beautiful breathtaking Rocky Mountains. You can stay updated on the events of Synergy by regularly checking ‘summersynergy.ca’.

Hope to see you down the show road this fall.

Brandon Hertz



Breeder Section

Kevin Rea 306/463-7950 The Rea FamilyKen Rea 306/968-2923 Marengo, SK S0L 2K0

[email protected]

Dale & Carole BarclayBox 21, Erskine, Alta. Canada T0C 1G0

(403) 742-4825 (403) 742-3882 (403) 742-5916DALE RICK TERRY

Box 127, Erskine, Alberta T0C 1G0Ph: (403) 742-5211 Fax: (403) 742-6139

Cell: (403) 740-7621

Terry & Lynette HepperSara and Erin

General Delivery, Zehner, SK S0G 5K0306/781-4628

[email protected]

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7550 Arnold RoadChilliwack, B.C. PAUL GUMPRICHCANADA V2R 4J7 Home/Fax: (604) 823-2466

Quiet Quality

Terence, Gwen, Steven and ShaneBox 56, Arelee, Saskatchewan S0K 0H0

(306) 237-4827 Fax (306) 237-4825

Fouillard Limousin


Lionel & Sharon, Alicia, Riché, Melanie

Patrick, Brody & Diane Fouillard

P.O. Box 3, St. Lazare, MB R0M 1Y0 Home/Fax: (204) 683-2353

Cell: (780) 719-3894

Specializing in Polled Fullbloods and Purebreds

Jason & Melissa Brock Chris & Kendra Liebrecht

Glenn & Eleanor Brock

PUREBRED LIMOUSIN PUR-SANG

email: [email protected]

399 Clairemont Rd. Danville, QC J0A 1A0

Ph (819) 572-0092 Fax (819) 839-1270

IAN, BONNIE AND GLEN HAMILTONCLINT AND AMANDA SEWARD

Box 55 Ph: 204-246-2312Darlingford , MB Cell: 204-823-1240R0G 0L0 Email: [email protected]

www.amaglenlimousin.cawww.amaglenlimousin.caM A N I T O B A

Bill & Mary Anne ZwambagNick, Andrew & Matt

41410 Glendon Dr., Glenco, ON N0L 1M0Res. (519) 287-3219 Fax: (519) 287-5248

www.beezeeacres.ca email:[email protected]

Use a GOOD Limousin – Purebred & Fullblood

GERRY & RUTH GOODR.R. #1 Ph: (403) 337-2212Carstairs, AB T0M 0N0 Fax: (403) 337-3278

email: [email protected]

Stan & Pat 204-855-2214204-729-1772

Kyle & Erin 204-855-2633204-724-0892

Darby & Kelly 204-855-2191204-573-6529

Raising Limousin for over 30 yearsRR#1, Alexander, MB R0K 0A0

Fax: 204-855-2472 • Email: [email protected]: cochranestockfarms.com



4250 King Rd.KingCity, ON L7B 1K4

Ray, Stacie,WillMeg& Liz Stanton

Mobile: (416) [email protected]

Wanted:HarvestOlympus, Pub, Punch,OrionorGoldnviewKrugerrand semenandembryos.

780-879-2105 [email protected], Dorothy, Colin and Glenda

RR #1, Hardisty, Alberta T0B 1V0

Mike Henry017209 Grey Bruce Line R.R. #4

Tara, ON N0H 2N0Ph: (519) 934-2023

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FRITZ & SANDRA OTHBERG

Ph: (506) 433-5245Fax: (506) [email protected]

1749 Route 880 Summer Field, NB E4G 2L3Pine Haven Card_spring09:Layout 1 22/04

HLIMOUSINWAY

The “Fuchs” FamilyBethune, Saskatchewan S0G 0H0

Purebred Red & Black Limousin CattleVisitors Welcome

Ed & Doreen (306) 638-4422Warren (306) 789-8863Darcy (306) 638-4800


Rob & Cheryl SwaanErin & Eric Kishkan &

FamilyJeff & Amber Swaan &

Family4344 Hwy 97 S.

Quesnel, B.C.V2J 6P4

Tel: (250) 747-3836 • Fax: (250) 747-0436mail: [email protected]

www.pvlimousin.com

Box 450, Roblin, MB R0L 1P0email: [email protected]

Len, Ruth & Mark Angus: 204-937-4980Todd, Jay-Dean, Jules & Angus Smyth: 204-937-4384

www.jaymarandy.com



POPLAR VIEWS T O C K F A R M

Lloyd & JoanAtchison

204•854•2947

TrevorAtchison

204•854•2510Box 4 • Group 20 • R.R. #1 •

Pipestone • [email protected]

Garry & Sheila Smart137606 Grey Rd 12

RR#2, Meaford, ONCANADA N4L 1W6

Ph./Fax: (519) 538-4877Cell: (519) 372-7459

E-mail: [email protected] Smart

Ph: (519) 538-1008

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The RodgersArt, Maria & Family

Box 156, MacGregor, MB R0H 0R0Ph: (204) 685-2628 Fax: (204) 685-2597

Cell: (204) 856-3440email: [email protected]

Breeders of polled purebred andfullblood Limousin

Bryce & Nathan Allen

P.O. Box 189Warkworth, OntarioK0K 3K0

Tel: (705) 924-2583Fax: (705) 924-3385

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KEVIN PRESTON & FAMILY705-277-1032705-344-7438 (Cell)

613 Hwy 35Pontypool ON

L0A 1K0

Mark Sugimoto & Family

2713 33 Ave. South Lethbridge, AB T1K 1J8 (403) 327 9327 (H) (403) 308 6171 (C) [email protected]



Services Section

Kim Harder Box 280 Clavet, Saskatchewan Canada S0K 0Y0

Phone: (306) 257-3904

[email protected] www.cattlepicsbykim.com

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Chris PoleyChris PoleyAuctioneer

Box 252Waldheim, SK, S0K 4R0

Cell (306) 220-5006

Davis-Rairdan Embryo Transplants Ltd.Davis-Rairdan InternationalP.O. Box 590 Crossfield, Alberta Canada T0M 0S0 Phone (403) 946-4551 Fax (403) 946-5093 Website: www.davis-rairdan.com E-mail: [email protected]

SERVICES OFFERED:- On-farm freezing & collection - Donor care facility - Recipient herd - Licensed facility for embryo exports- Genetic marketing & selection

Craig FlewellingBox 428Bowden, AB T0M 0K0Phone (403) 556-0515 cellEmail: [email protected]

Consulting • Ring Service • Order Buying

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Canadian FarmInsuranceServices Inc.

Phone: (403) 337-0052Cell: (780) 853-7067Fax: (403) 337-0052

Toll Free: 1-877-909-3276a

HEATHER BARR

Box 3364 Vermilion, AB T9X [email protected] www.cdnfarmins.com

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November2 Limousin Cross Calf Pre-Sort Sale, Brooks, AB

3 Limousin Cross Calf Pre-Sort Sale, Red Deer, AB

3-4 Lloydminster Stockade Round Up, Lloydminster, SK

4 Limousin Cross Calf Pre-Sort Sale, Stettler, AB

4-6 Toronto Royal Winter Fair, Toronto, ON

5 National Show & Sale (Royal Winter Fair), Toronto, ON

5 Limousin Future Royal Classic, Toronto, ON

5 Royal Elite All-Breeds Sale, Toronto, ON

7 Limousin Cross Calf Pre-Sort Sale, Provost, AB

7-12 Farmfair International, Edmonton, AB

9 Limousin Cross Calf Pre-Sort Sale, Brooks, AB

9-12 Saskatoon Fall Fair, Saskatoon, SK

11 “The Headliner” All Breed Show & Sale, Edmonton, AB

21-26 Canadian Western Agribition, Regina, SK

25 Agribition Solid Gold Limousin Sale, Regina, SK

December 1 Christmas Limousin Voice Deadline

2 Highland Production Sale, Olds, AB

3 ALA Pacesetter Sale, Olds, AB

3 Alberta Limousin Association AGM, Olds, AB

8 Anchor B Limousin Dispersal Sale, Saskatoon, SK

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