Congratulation to Creekside Shorthorns and JT Livestock/Pinch Hill Cattle Co. on shoing the Champion Shorthorns in the Olds Fall Classic 2012. Show results are posted.
The 2012 AGM is in the books. We welcome our new President, Ron Yarham of Holden. The new Tresurer is Ashley Shannon of Ponoka. Wecome both to your new positions.
Honored during the meeting were Bob & Marilyn Sharp, long time breeders from Lacombe, with Legends of the Breed.
Gordon Turner of Blackie recieved the Commercial Breeder Award.
Dan Stephenson of Okotoks was honored with Breeder of the Year.
Deadline for applications for Treasurer or Secretary are extended to June 1, 2012. Contact the office for more information.
The Calgary Stampede is looking for sponsors for a Shorthorn Steer class this summer. For more information on this endeavor, read Beef News. This is wonderful opportunity to support the Shorthorn advantage.
Summer synergy is hosting the Alberta Junior Shorthorn Show again this year. The web site set up now and they are taking entries. Entries close on June 1. The marketing class requires advance work, so check out the site and do a little planning. Go to www.summersynergy.ca and check out the information.
Spring sales are very promising. The Battle River Sale averaged $3130. The Show Case Sale averaged $4063. Congratulations everyone.
Shorthorn cattle were developed as a breed in the late 1700’s, along the England/Scotland border lands. The first Shorthorn Herd Book was established in 1822. These hardy cattle were developed with larger frames and superior mothering ability. They produced above average quantities of milk and made powerful, docile oxen. These first forward thinking cattle breeders developed a breed which was destined to make a huge impact on the international scene. Shorthorn genetics have influenced most modern breeds of cattle.
06/15/2013 | Camrose, Alberta
10/19/2013 | Central Alberta Ag Society Grounds in Lacombe
12/01/2013 | CRE in Camrose