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june production sale
june 11, 2022
for more information go to
highlandsale.org
NCHCA Educational online Seminar
What to look for in your next Highland Bull
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 2022 AT 7 PM – 8 PM
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Bulls account for 50% of your entire genetic pool for your future calves. Are you giving enough thought and detail to this important genetic decision? Join us for this special educational seminar to learn more on selecting the best bull for your farm.
The presenter for this special seminar is Skyler Anderson, the owner of Skye High Farms in Michigan. Skyler has been in the Highland business most of his life. He has bred and owned national Highland champions. Skyler is known and respected throughout the world for his Highland cattle acumen. Did you miss it? Recording of the session can be found under RESOURCES |
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mark your calendar
Summer picnic and educational session
July 16, 2022
windland flats -- Princeton, Minnesota
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Windland Flats will be hosting a NCHCA summer picnic on July 16 at their farm in Princeton, Minn. The event will be a great time to network with other Highland enthusiasts from throughout the Upper Midwest. In addition, to a farm tour, the event will feature Dr. Ashley Swenson, DVM and owner of Midwest Embryo Transfer Service. Dr. Swenson will present on the ins-and-outs of embryos, including the benefits of using embryos and how to decide if they are right for your operation. Even if the use of embryos in not on your farm’s radar, the talk will also cover embryonic growth and reproductive points everyone breeding cattle should know.
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Schedule of Events
12:00 p.m. – Potluck Lunch – Meat and drinks provided by Windland Flats – please bring a dish to pass
1:00 p.m. – Dr. Ashely Swenson – Cattle Embryos 101
2:30 p.m. – Farm Tour and Networking
RSVP
Please RSVP to Josh Krenz, info@windlandflats.com or 763-260-1001 by July 1, 2022. There is no limitation on who can attend; however, an RSVP will help us have enough meat and drinks for everyone. There is limited, self-contained (no water or electric) camper space available, if you RSVP ahead of time, please.
12:00 p.m. – Potluck Lunch – Meat and drinks provided by Windland Flats – please bring a dish to pass
1:00 p.m. – Dr. Ashely Swenson – Cattle Embryos 101
2:30 p.m. – Farm Tour and Networking
RSVP
Please RSVP to Josh Krenz, info@windlandflats.com or 763-260-1001 by July 1, 2022. There is no limitation on who can attend; however, an RSVP will help us have enough meat and drinks for everyone. There is limited, self-contained (no water or electric) camper space available, if you RSVP ahead of time, please.
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Location:
Windland Flats 31932 136th St Princeton, MN 55371 Lodging Nearby: AmericInn 910 S Rum River Dr, Princeton, MN 55371 Phone: (763) 389-9312 |
NCHCA Producer education scholarship
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A new scholarship fund has been created to support NCHCA members of any age pursuing cattle related educational activities.
Click HERE for more information Thanks to the NCHCA Sale Committee and all the farms who have sold and purchased cattle through the NCHCA Production Sale to make these scholarships available. |
it's time to renew your membership!
Annual memberships need to be renewed by January 1st.
Renewing online is easy.
Click HERE to send in your information and payment.
Renewing online is easy.
Click HERE to send in your information and payment.
NCHCA Annual meeting
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The 2022 Annual Meeting was a great success. Many members, old and new, gathered to learn and share their expertise with others. For more details on the meeting, click HERE. Special thanks to Katie Baker for all her work organizing the weekend. |
congratulations!
2022 scholarship winner
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2022 outstanding service award
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nATIONAL WESTERN STOCK SHOW
world beef expo
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North Central members topped the charts at the highland show. Click HERE for full results Many thanks to Jan Larson for coordinating the breed show |
NCHCA regional show
September 18, 2021 - austin, minnesota
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This year's show was a great one! Twenty eight farms exhibited 63 animals. Click HERE for full results Many thanks to Melinda Cowell and the show committee Our regional show is sanctioned by the American Highland Cattle Association and is a super points show in the AHCA Roll of Excellence. |
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june production sale
SAVE THE DATE june 11, 2022
prior year results are posted at
highlandsale.org
Highland Production Sale by NCHCA held it’s second sale of the year on June 19, 2021. Entries and results can be viewed at highlandsale.org.
Summary of the June 2021 Sale
Average Sale Price Live Animals: $5,221
Average Female Price: $6,166
Average Male Price: $2,657
High Selling Cow/Calf:
LEA Leigh for $10,250 Consigned by Double D Cattle Company
Davina of Highland Heritage for $10,250 Consigned by Windemere Farm
High Selling Bred Cow:
Windemere Envy for $7,750 Consigned by LiTerra
High Selling Heifer:
LSK Sadie for $6,850 Consigned by Cedar Ridge Farm
High Selling Bull:
Snowland Heikki for $4,650 Consigned by Snowland Livestock
Thank you to all of the consignors for consigning the great quality of animals. A special thank you to all of the bidders.
Summary of the June 2021 Sale
Average Sale Price Live Animals: $5,221
Average Female Price: $6,166
Average Male Price: $2,657
High Selling Cow/Calf:
LEA Leigh for $10,250 Consigned by Double D Cattle Company
Davina of Highland Heritage for $10,250 Consigned by Windemere Farm
High Selling Bred Cow:
Windemere Envy for $7,750 Consigned by LiTerra
High Selling Heifer:
LSK Sadie for $6,850 Consigned by Cedar Ridge Farm
High Selling Bull:
Snowland Heikki for $4,650 Consigned by Snowland Livestock
Thank you to all of the consignors for consigning the great quality of animals. A special thank you to all of the bidders.
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member tipsCheck out MEMBER TIPS. New information submitted by fellow members is posted frequently.
See the latest tip from Daniel Webster from Lynx River County Club on Halter Training. Have a tip to share? Send it to webedit@nchca.org. |
AHCA Hall of fame
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Congratulations to Roger and Cindy Weideman of Schön Boden Farms in Osceola, Wisconsin who were named to the American Highland Cattle Association Hall of Fame in Denver following the national show and sale. Long time North Central Highland Cattle Association members earned this well deserved recognition for their many contributions to the breed. |
junior news!
nasco's gold circle reward programSupport NCHCA Juniors when you purchase from NASCO. The Juniors earn rebates of 5% of net purchases when members purchase from:
Nasco Farm & Ranch Nasco Showing & Grooming Use the group code 9810011 when you make purchases. Thank you for your support!
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