MN Angus

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by  Myrna Scharpe

MN Angus
A Newsletter For and About the Minnesota Angus Association, Auxiliary and Junior Association
Winter 2014 Number 33 By Myrna Scharpe
It’s Time for a Little Angus Fun
Coming soon is 3 days of fun for Angus breeders and their friends and families. The annual events will take place Thursday,
Friday and Saturday—March 13, 14 and 15. It’s time for old friends to gather and meet new friends who enjoy the business of
raising Angus cattle. Again this year, the MN Beef Showcase will be the home to these activities. Meetings will give members
and others the opportunity to learn more about the Association, Auxiliary and Junior association. Friday afternoon’s Seminar
will feature top speakers. The Annual Banquet will recognize the achievements of Junior members and recognize a Breeder of
the Year. The Showcase will focus on The 97th Minnesota Angus Association provides the opportunity to purchase quality An-
gus Bulls and Females.

Dandy Acres Angus 2014 Breeder of the Year
Gregg and Nancy Johnson of Pipestone Minnesota have been named the 2014 Breeder of the Year. The Angus herd at Dandy
Acres has been the common thread through 49 years of changes on the farm at Pipestone MN. Start-
ing as Gregg’s 4-H and FFA project in high school, the herd has been the basis of partnerships with
Gregg’s father, Goodwin, and his brother Roger. Most recently Gregg and Nancy have shared the
interest in the cattle with their children Mark, Neil and Kimberly as they grew up in the Angus busi-
ness. Currently Gregg and Nancy are in partnership with their son Neil in the cattle.

For Gregg, the early decision to build an Angus herd was easy. The fact that Angus “hung their hat
on” mothering ability, carcass quality and easy calving drew Gregg to the Angus breed. In the 60’s
the MN State Sale was in Pipestone, giving Gregg the opportunity to be a founding member of the
MN Jr. Angus Association. In the early years of the herd there was no AI allowed in the breed. The
foundation of the Dandy Acres herd was purchased from Darrell Heesch, Hatfield MN. The first two
heifers purchased for $125 each. The next addition was a bred heifer purchased at the MN State Sale
from Strickler Angus, Euclid MN. The first heifers were taken to the Paul Kraft farm near Jasper,
MN to be bred by his bull. He charged $10 to breed the 2 heifers. Paul who was the Secretary Treas-
urer of the Association at the time was a great mentor and helped get the early project going. Participation in the MN Angus
Association has been tradition for the whole family.

The herd started using AI in 1976. It soon became the primary approach to the breeding program. The embryo transfer program
took off when Neil became an embryologist in 2003. Today all cows are bred AI or receive an embryo and are then pasture ex-
posed to Dandy Acres herd bulls. Gregg and Neil share the herd management and work responsibilities.

Dandy Acres first sold bulls through private treaty sales from the farm. In 1994 the first annual production sale was held at the
farm. This sale has grown over the years and is held the second Sat. of April each year. New this year is a fall female sale, sched-
uled for the day after Thanksgiving. Gregg and Nancy had the pleasure of working as Jr. Association leaders for several years
while their children were part of the junior group. Nancy enjoys working with and getting to know women in the state auxiliary
Neil is serving as the Angus Representative for the MN Livestock Breeders Association. Gregg has served on the Board of Di-
rectors for 3 terms. Getting to know fellow Angus breeders and friends through involvement in the State Angus Association has
been a highlight of involvement in the Angus business. .The Johnson family looks forward to their 50th year in the Angus busi-
ness and continued involvement in the MN Angus Association.

Seminar Speakers will focus on the Benefit of Balancing Maternal and Carcass Traits.
Featured guest speakers for the education seminar include the Jerry Fike from Certified Angus Beef, the University of Minnesota
Beef Team, and feedlot expert Tom Brink. Tom Brink has worked with some of the top cattle feeders in the nation including the
Five Rivers Cattle Feeders. He was President & COO of J & F Oklahoman Holdings, Inc from 2008 to 2013. J & F is the cattle
ownership arm of JBS Five Rivers, owning a majority of cattle fed in Fiver Rivers Feed yards. Brink recently spoke at the South
Dakota Cow Calf Symposium held last December at Rapid City. Brink left J & F in the fall of 2013 to start his own trading and
consulting business. Also developing a high end feeder cattle program that will be introduced to the beef industry this summer.
He will be explaining ‘The Economic Advantage of Quality Genetics in you Herd and Feedlot' and 'The benefit of balancing
maternal and carcass traits'. Brink offers the perspective of feedlot owners and can discuss those traits that can earn you premi-
ums in the sales barn and get the buyers coming to you. Learn about the technologies that can improve your herds’ potential for
earning and help make sound selection decisions. The seminar is free and open to the public.
The Minnesota Angus Association Board of Directors

President: Randy Mitteness Vice President: Gregg Johnson Exec/Sec: Jim Scharpe
32060 325th St 898 Hwy 23 20573 401st Ave
Benson, MN 56215 Pipestone, MN Arlington, MN 55307
507-328-0932 507-824-3286 507-964-5756
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Director: Dustin Martin
Director: Mark Holmen 45942 120th St
506 1st St Blue Earth, MN 56013
Fountain, MN 55935 507-878-3146
507-273-7205 [email protected]
[email protected]
Director: Bob Nord Director: Don Schiefelbein Director: Richard Walser
1439 150th Street 34897 717th St 10 Higbee Ave SW
Wolverton, MN 56594 Kimball, MN 55353 Minnesota Lake, MN 56068
218-995-2671 320-398-6511 507-462-3757
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Brian Halverson Inducted into
American Angus Heritage Foundation
The Angus business is centered on the individuals and their
families who continue to dedicate their lives to the Angus
legacy. To honor leaders involved with the Association’s his-
tory and shaping it’s future, each year the Association inducts
members into the Angus Heritage Foundation. Four new addi-
tions were recognized Nov. 18 during the Association’s An-
nual Awards Banquet in Louisville, Ky.
The 2013 inductees are: James Rentz, Coldwater, Ohio; John
L. Schurr, Farnam, Neb.; Brian Halverson, Baker, Minn.; and
the late Woodrow Wilson King, Rock Falls Ill.
Each inductee or a family representative received a framed
Angus Heritage Foundation certificate and their names will be engraved on the Heritage Foundation plaque dis-
played in the library of the Association headquarters in Saint Joseph, Mo. Pictured above with Joanne and Brian are
Esther McCabe, 2013 Miss American Angus and Catherine Haward, 2014 Miss American Angus.
Brian Halverson found his love for agriculture at an early age in Minnesota’s Red River Valley. After attend-
ing the University of Minnesota for a year, his love for agriculture found him returning to the family farm in Baker,
Minn.
The farm began as a certified seed potato farm in 1926, with Halverson’s father. Since then, the homestead
has grown into a well-known registered Angus cattle operation and certified seed potato farm.
Halverson joined both the American Angus Association and the Minnesota State Angus Association in 1973,
and he served as a board member in Minnesota for 27 years, seven of which were as president. He has also repre-
sented the state as a delegate to the American Angus Association Annual Meeting in Louisville, Ky.
Halverson says he values the many friends he has made throughout his 40-year Angus journey. He and his
family have hosted a number of field days at the farm, and have been responsible for establishing many new breeders
and helping them acquire their first Angus cattle.
In 2002, Halverson was recognized as the Minnesota State Angus Person of the Year, among several other
community, state and regional awards over the years. He is
Drysdale Farms
active in his church and community, and has served as a 4-
H leader for 20-plus years, and in 1993 was recognized for
outstanding service as alumni advisor to the Barnesville Bulls and Females for sale private treaty & consignments sold at:
Midland and St Croix Valley Bull Tests, MN Performance Tested Bull Sale,
FFA Chapter. Halverson is also a member of the Barnes- MN State Angus Sale, MN Angus Breeders Sale
ville School Foundation “Hall of Honor” for his service to Sires: Sitz Upward 307R, VAR Rocky, Final Product, Connealy Consensus
7229, Connealy Irish, Hoover Dam, Payday 729, SAV Pioneer 7301, Styles
the school and community. Halverson and his wife of 53 K24 Aberdeen N76, DF Upward 090
years, Joanne, reside on his family homestead where they Willard, Nora & Chelsey Drysdale
have raised four children: Pamela, Michael, Matthew and 65070 EAST CTY RD 30 WABASHA, MN
507-767-4585 [email protected]
Jayne Halverson
5 MILES S. OF WABASHA ON HWY 61 OR
1 MILE N. OF KELLOGG ON HWY 61.
Minnesota Angus Auxiliary
President Vice President & Queen Chair Secretary
Kelly Hansen Becky Holmen Alisha Nord
507-532-2511 507-273-7205 218-995-2671
2140 State Hwy 19 506 1st St 1439 150th ST
Marshall, MN 56258 Fountain, MN 55935 Wolverton, MN 56594
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

Treasurer Ways & Means Chair Scholarship Chairperson
Kari Scholtz Nancy Johnson Pat Glaess
507-877-3100 507-825-3744 32760 Co 25 Blvd
37241 CR 20 898 Hwy 23 Cannon Falls, MN 55009
Comfrey, MN 56019 Pipestone, MN 56164 651-258-4604
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

MN Angus Association Scholarship
Once again the Minnesota Angus Association will award two Junior members with a $500.00 Scholarship. The application is
available online at www.mn-angus.com. The MN Auxiliary uses the American Angus Association Auxiliary Scholarship appli-
cation. This is used as the MN Auxiliary is able to send the scholarship application for one graduating senior boy and one girl
to complete for the American Angus Auxiliary Scholarships. The American Angus Auxiliary updates the application every year
by making a small change to the essay questions. By using the same application, the candidates for the American Angus Auxil-
iary Scholarship do not need to redo the application, and the best qualified applicant can be sent on to complete. It is important
that Minnesota applicants use the correct application that is the current 2014 application. Minnesota does not limit its scholar-
ship to only graduating seniors. Any junior member, who has not received the scholarship and is attending a 2 or 4 year college
is eligible to apply. State Scholarship Chairperson is Pat Glaess
32760 Co 25 Blvd, Cannon Falls, MN 55009 651-258-4604 [email protected]
Minnesota Angus Princess to be selected at Annual Banquet
Minnesota Angus Breeders have traditionally been represented by two young ladies with the distinction as Miss Minnesota An-
gus. Over the last few years, there have been a limited number of girls ages 16 through 21 who are available to fulfill the duties
as Miss Minnesota Angus. At the 2013 Minnesota Angus Auxiliary meeting, member’s voted to add another position to the
state representation, Minnesota Angus Princess. The Princess will work together with Miss Minnesota Angus and will be asked
to complete similar duties as Miss Minnesota Angus. The young women selected to serve in these positions are asked to attend
shows to help with the awards, be familiar with the Minnesota Angus Association and promote the breed. They will also be
invited to attend the Miss American Angus reception held during the National Junior Angus Show. The Angus Queen/Princes
program is managed by the Minnesota Angus Auxiliary.
Let’s Have Cake!
What’s a good meal without dessert? The Minnesota Angus Auxiliary wants everyone to enjoy a delicious
piece of cake at the Annual Angus Banquet. For several years the Auxiliary has sponsored a cake auction
to begin an evening of good food and fellowship at the Annual banquet. The funds raised from the cake
auction support a variety of Auxiliary projects such as the Miss Minnesota Angus Queen/Princess program.
The Auxiliary also supports Juniors with awards and a pizza party at the National Junior Show. Last year
the Auxiliary donated $500.00 to the Association Scholarship. Support the Auxiliary as it supports our
Juniors, donate a cake for the cake auction or purchase your dessert there!
GRAVENHOF FARMS Freeburg Ridge Angus
Females & Bulls for sale Private Treaty Home of Fabulous Females & Great Herd Sires
2010 Calves sired by:
Bull Sale on the 1st Tuesday in April
TC Aberdeen, SAV Net Worth, Sitz Upward,
TC Total, Pendleton and Gridbuster Females Sold Private Treaty
Registered Angus Cattle
Joe Hammell
Norm, Ryan, and Stacey Gravenhof
26764 Co Hwy 35 Worthington, MN 56187 110 E. Jefferson
View EPD’s and breeding info at Caledonia, MN 55921
www.gravenhoffarms.com 507-429-5154
Or call 1-507-478-9954 0r 1-507-360-7969
[email protected]
[email protected]

2014 Angus Events Schedule Allyson Stanek and Luke Nord
Thursday, March 13 Earn National Junior Awards
Barns open for set up
Cattle begin to arrive The Bronze and Silver awards are the first two steps in
Trade Show area ready for set up the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) recog-
nition program. The final step is the Gold award which

junior members may only earn in their final year as a
Friday, March 14
junior member and only if they have received the first
7:30 – 10:00 a.m. Pancake Breakfast
two steps. According to Jaclyn Upperman, junior ac-
9:00 a.m. Trade show ready for viewing Cattle
tivities director, American Angus Association in Saint
Ready for viewing Joseph, Missouri, Allyson Stanek and Luke Nord have
10:00 a.m. MN Angus Association Annual Meeting been awarded Bronze and Silver awards.
Red Horse Ranch Arena
Allyson Stanek, Hayward, MN has earned the National
1:00 p.m. Educational Seminars
Junior Angus Association Silver award. She received
3:00 p.m. MN Angus Auxiliary meeting
the bronze award last year. The 13 year old daughter of
Bigwood Event Center
Mike and Laurie Stanek attends Albert Lea High
6:30 p.m. MN Angus Association Social Hour at 6:30 School and is a member of the NJAA and the Minne-
p.m., sota Junior Angus Association. Stanek has participated
7:30 p.m. Annual Banquet in local, state and national shows and showmanship
contests. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS),

she participated in the photography, poster, quiz bowl,
Saturday, March 15
livestock judging and writing contests. She also partici-
9:00 a.m. MN Junior Angus Association Meeting Red
pated in the mentoring program in 2012 and 2013. Sta-
Horse Ranch Arena nek has submitted weight data to the Angus Herd Im-
Lunch by MN Junior Angus Association provement Records (AHIR®)
Noon Sales Begin
Luke Nord, Wolverton, MN has also earned recognition
Headquarters Hotel by NJAA. He has been awarded the Bronze & Silver
awards. The 20 year old son of Robert and Amber Nord
Bigwood Event Center and Best Western The Falls Inn
attends North Dakota State University studying animal
and Suites 925 Western Avenue Fergus Falls, MN
sciences and agricultural business. Nord is a member
56537 Telephone: [phone] Fax: (218) 736- of the NJAA, Minnesota Junior Angus Association. He
2533 is currently serving as the Foundation Director for the
Directions to Sale Arena National Junior Angus Association.

Red Horse Ranch Arena (RHRA)
Allyson Stanek and Luke Nord will be recognized for
22671 County Highway 10 Fergus Falls, MN 56537
their achievements at the MN Angus Association An-
Telephone: [phone] Directions: Take I-94 to nual Banquet, March 14 at the Bigwood Event Center,
exit 50 (I-94 West from Minneapolis OR I-94 East from Fergus Falls.
Fargo, ND) Then take Hwy #59 North to Elizabeth - go
2.6 miles, turn right on Co Hwy #10 East - go 5 miles
to RHRA on the left.
FAIR ACRES
Stock Farms; Inc
Lynn Ewald President
P.O. Box 155
2188 260th Ave
Waldorf, Minnesota 56091-2155
Tel [phone] Fax [phone]
Www.fairacresstockfarms.com
[email protected]
2013 Recap
Angus – Summer Sensation!
State Open Junior Shows
The summer of 2013 has been a sensational summer for many of Minnesota’s Angus Breeders and Junior
members. From State Shows to the National Show Minnesota’s Angus cattle have had a great summer!

For many of our junior members, the Summer Show season starts early in April with the MN Junior Spring
Classic. The Classic was held at the Mower County Fairgrounds April 12th and 13th. There were 368 head
exhibited by 263 junior. The 29 Angus juniors entered 6 steers and 35 heifers for the show. Champion
Angus Heifer was shown by Matt Purfeerst of Faribault. Reserve Champion Heifer was shown by Alyssa
Nesler of La Crescent. Caroline Meyer, Peterson exhibited the Champion Steer while Noah Loveless re-
ceived the Reserve Champion honors.

Next up is the MN Jr. Livestock and the MN Block and Bridle show, June 8th and 9th. These shows are
held conjunctively at the Fillmore County Fairgrounds in Preston. At the northern end of the state is the
Northern Minnesota Junior Classic. This show was held at the Clearwater County fairgrounds in Bagley
on June 21 and 22. All of these shows include and education component or fitting contest to help partici-
pants learn better feeding and show ring techniques.

Angus – Summer Sensation!
MN Field Day Show

By the time the MN Junior Angus Field Day Shows rolls around, many of our members and their cattle are
experienced and ready for another show. This year the Field Day show was hosted by the Purfeerst Fam-
ily, Jim and Debbie, Mark and
Jamie and Matt of Faribault. The
show was held at the Rice County
Fairgrounds in Faribault on June
14th and 15th. Forty Angus Junior
members brought 5 steers, 6 cow/
calf pairs, 14 Bred and Owned
Heifers, 35 head of Owned heifers
and 6 Bred and Owned Bulls.
Kelly Schmidt of New Ulm
judged the show. The Field Day
Show has become a great 2 day
event which includes the junior
annual meeting, short educational seminar.

Annual Meeting of the
Minnesota Angus Association
The Annual Meeting of the Minnesota Angus Association will be held March 14, 2014 at the Red
Horse Ranch Arena rural Fergus Falls. The meeting will begin 10:00am. Members are encouraged to
attend and participate in the meeting. During the meeting will be election of 3 directors to the board.
Gregg Johnson, Pipestone, Mark Holmen, Fountain, and Bob Nord, Wolverton have completed terms
on the Board of Directors. Anyone interested in seeking a position on the Board of Directors should
contact President Randy Mitteness or Executive Secretary, Jim Scharpe to place their name on the bal-
lot. The meeting will also include reports on Minnesota Livestock Breeders, MBCIA, Minnesota Beef
Expo Sponsorship, and other business of the association.
Minnesota Junior Field Day Show Champions
Steer Champion Steer Reserve Champion Senior Showmanship
Bodie Mayer, Peterson; Bret Otte, Randolph; L to R: Lucas Nord, Wolverton,
RTM Neil Z205 Born 2/14/2012 CVR Ditto 2323 Born 3/23/2012 champion; and Emily Scholtz,
Sired by PVF ALL Payoff 8057 Sired by EXAR Upshot 0562B Comfrey, reserve champion
Cow/Calf Champion Cow/Calf Reserve Champion PeeWee Showmanship
Wesly Johnson, Pipestone; Matt Purfeerst, Faribault; L to R: Aiden Hiniker, Pipestone,
ECR Beauty 101 sired by BR Moffitt Proven Queen 704 champion; Jacob Scharpe,
SAV Bismark 5682; born 4/2/11 sired by BC Marathon born 1/12/07 Arlington, Abigail Ludwig,
Bull Calf Chestnut Rocky WJ 13 Bull Calf MJP Purfeerst Buddy Richmond, and Cora Mayer,
Born 2/1/2013 Born 3/5/2013 Peterson
Sired by VAR Rocky 80029 Sired by Plainview Lutton E102
Bred & Owned Heifer Bred & Owned Heifer Junior Showmanship
Champion Reserve Champion L to R: Alyssa Nesler,
Wesly Johnson, Pipestone; Cullen Walser, Minnesota Lake; La Crescent, champion;
Chestnut Wetonka WJPF 242 GCR Lady 9062 Born 2/20/2012 and Dawson Johnson, Pipestone,
Born 2/20/2012 Sired by Justamere 406S reserve champion
Sired by Connealy Final Product Panamajack336U
Owned Heifer Champion Owned Heifer Res Champion Intermediate Showmanship
Wesly Johnson, Pipestone Alyssa Nesler, LaCrescent; L to R: Jorli Hauge, Winona,
Chestnut Queen 29 MJP Purfeerst Molly 210 reserve champion
Born 2/12/1012 Born 4/3/2012 Wesly Johnson, Pipestone,
Sired by Chestnut Power One 19 Sired by Silveiras Style 9303 champion;
Champion
SHADY ASH ANGUS

Bred & Owned Bulls MJAA Field Day
19th ANNUAL PRODUCTION SALE
Champion Bull
Alyssa Nesler, LaCresent
NFF Payden Cash 200
March 19, 2014 – 2 p.m.
Born 2/6/2012
Sired by Plainview Tri-County Livestock, Motley, MN
Lutton E 102

20 Reg. Angus Yearling Bulls
4 Reg. Angus Yearling Heifers
Reserve Champion Bull
Wesly Johnson,
Pipestone
from these top sires:
Chestnut Rocky WJ 13
TC Aberdeen 759 Mohnen Brushpopper 295
Born 2/1/2013
VDAR Headliner 7040 VDAR Really Windy 4119
Sired by VAR Rocky

80029 AHIR Performance
Bulls Fertility Tested
Heifers Brucellosis Vaccinated
Thank you to MJAA Field Day Show

Sponsors Shady Ash Angus

Event Sponsors Roger & Marge Sunvold
Reliance Bank Faribault 85680 CR 12
Zoetis Sacred Heart, MN 56285
Ag Partners [email protected]
Biowood Processing
320-765-2997
AGStar Financial
FarmCountry/Profeeds
Trophy Sponsors
Purfeerst Farms- Jim & Deb Purfeerst
Homedale Farms-Frank & Mary Kaehler
Nord Farms-Rober & Amger Nord
Minnesota Junior Angus Association
Jerry Bailey
Sunny Slope Angus – Phillip Abrahamson will meet at Beef Showcase
Danny Wiese Members of the Minnesota Junior Angus Association will
Bulfer Angus- Louie Bulfer hold a quarterly meeting at the Minnesota Beef Showcase
CarlSons Angus- Chuck & Kathy Carlson on Saturday March 15, 2014 at the Red Horse Ranch
Shawn & Julie Bailey Arena rural Fergus Falls, MN. The meeting will begin at
Mitteness Family Angus – Randy & Karen Mitteness 9:00am. Juniors will discuss plans for summer events and
Cannon Valley Ranch-Bruce & LeeAnn Waugh Family shows. Following the meeting, the Junior Association will
Joe & Diana Hammell sell lunch during the State Sale. Juniors are encouraged to
CottonwoodAngus-Gregg & Justin Buttman attend the meeting and help with the food stand fundraiser.
Gary & Kathy Stai
Bullerman Angus – Tom & Trisha Bullerman

Senior Showmanship Belt Buckle Sponsor
Schiefelbein Farms MN Angus Auxiliary
Angus Cattle
Poly Hay Feeders
Donkeys
Sullivan Angus
Denny & Ginny Sullivan Tim & Carol Sullivan
18609 590th St Sadie, Wyatt & Schuyler
Kellogg, MN 55945 15266 560th St
507-767-3361 West Concord, MN 55985
[email protected] 507-527-1034
[email protected]

Angus – Summer Sensation!
NJAS Aberdeen in 2013

As the summer moved along, it was soon time to pack show boxes and head the National Junior Angus Show. This
year the show was held at the American Royal Complex in Kansas City, Missouri, July 5 – 11. This year 19 Minne-
sota Junior members entered Angus cattle and/or entered the educational contests at the NJAS. Photo at the right
shows the Juniors at Opening Ceremonies, Parade of
States.

It was an especially sensational summer for Luke
Nord of Wolverton. Luke was elected to the NJAA
Board of directors at the show in 2012. Luke will now
take over the responsibilities of Foundation Director
as he completes his term on the board of directors.
Luke was a very busy board member during NJAS.
Besides the usual duties of the board members, which
include making sure the show is running well by help-
ing junior members in the show ring and managing the
contests. Luke had time to enter his Angus heifers and
to complete in the National Showmanship Contest.
His bred and owned heifer won late heifer calf cham-
pion. Luke also placed 3rd in the National Showman-
ship contest. Each state is allowed to enter 2 individu-
als in the National Showmanship contest. Participating along with Luke was Emily Schultz, Comfrey. Luke and
Emily won the right to participate by first winning Champion and Reserve at the Jr Field Day Show.

The Quiz bowl competition has become very intense with a very large number of juniors taking part. States may en-
ter multiple teams of 4 made up of members from their state; members may join with other states to create additional
teams. Teams must first take a written test to determine whether the team will participate in the face to face rounds.
Minnesota’s senior team scored high enough in the written test to compete against other teams in the Quiz Bowl
Rounds. Cullen Walser, Minnesota Lake, Taylor Waugh, Goodhue, Matt Purfeerst, Faribault and Andrew Swanson,
Ivanhoe made up Minnesota successful senior team. They placed 2nd in the contest. Other Minnesota Juniors who
participated and took the Quiz Bowl written test were: Ellin Stolp, Oronoco, Emily Scholtz, Comfrey, Jason Jallo,
North Dakota and Chris Moxley from Maryland comprised a second senior team. Emalie Stolp, Oronoco, Wesly
Johnson, Pipestone, Nick Krog, Lake Benton and Dylan Miner, Hayward were Minnesota’s Intermediate team.
Rounding out the competition was Allyson Stanek,
Hayfield, Grace Stolp, Oronoco, William Goihl, Lake
City and Alyssa Nesler, LaCrescent as the junior team.

The NJAS also hosts a judging contest. Minnesota
was well represented in the Judging contest. Those
who participated were, Alyssa Nesler, Grace, Emalie,
and Ellin Stolp, William Goihl, Wesly and Dawson
Johnson, Nick Krog, Jorli Hauge, Dylan Miner, Taylor
Waugh, Andrew Swanson and James Knutson.

The Photo Contest offers a variety of options when it
comes to entering photos. There are 3 age divisions and
3 categories in each division. Kelsey Glaess placed 1st
in the Senior Division of the Around the Farm or Ranch
category, photo above and 2nd overall in the Senior Di-
vision. Allyson Stanek received 3rd place in the Junior
Division in the Angus Cattle category, photo right.