Photos will be available through RafterBKPhotos:
Photo Site
Photo sales will be available directly through this site as digital downloads or printable options. Content will be available after the show.
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​Check facebook for updates as photos are posted

​Are you needing some show supplies or tack?
We have a Sullivan’s trailer coming to Mower County Fair grounds during NCHCA Highland show Friday and Saturday Sept 20 & 21. 
Larger items can be delivered to the show instead of paying shipping so a good opportunity to order some Christmas gifts or larger items you’ve been wanting and saving on shipping!!

​The Junior of the Year program recognizes one junior each year who has excelled at participating not only in the association, but also at school and in his/her community. This annual award was created and sponsored by Sue Dyke in honor of her grandmother.

The junior must be a member in good standing of the NCHCA juniors. They must be younger than 21 years of age and have not received the award in a previous year.

The Junior of the Year award is given out in the fall at the NCHCA Show in Austin, Minnesota.  The winner receives a HUGE traveling trophy that gets passed on to the next winning junior the following year.  The winner also receives a specially designed trophy size belt buckle to keep and bragging rights throughout the year.

Any NCHCA member can submit a nomination.
Please consider nominating an outstanding junior in our organization!
Click HERE to download the nomination form.

Nominations should be submitted by August 31st to:
Casey Pape
2127 Easton Trail
Pisgah, IA 51564
email: caseyrae1480@yahoo.com

​LHN Kate
AHCA #:64013 she is a red with blonde highlights is 3 years old and was halter trained as a yearling, she is very gentle, loves her treats and a good brush out. She is open and ready to breed.

Golden Valley Highlands
Jol993.jl@gmail.com

Order your calendar by using the Paypal Buy Now button 

or send check or money order of $20.00 each plus $8.50* shipping to:
NCHCA
C/O Maureen Matt
​205 Walnut St
Loganville, WI 53943
*NOTE: $8.50 shipping charge is within the 48 continental United States. Additional shipping charges will apply outside the 48 continental USA.

In order to apply, student must complete the following:

1. Accurately and completely fill out the application in detail. 
2. Obtain high school or college transcript.
3. Email completed application and high school or college transcript to: Tina Broderick at brodericktr@gmail.com by January 31, 2024. (Recipient will be announced at the annual meeting in February)
4. Two letters of recommendation emailed directly from reference to  brodericktr@gmail.com. Emails must be received by January 31, 2024. We recommend one from an unrelated teacher or employer and a second character reference from an unrelated acquaintance. 

The recipient will be chosen by the NCHCA board without name or identifying information.

The board will consider the following when choosing the recipient:

1. Long term goals
2. Leadership
3. Academic Excellence
4. Extracurricular Activities
5. Commitment to and Participation in NCHCA Junior Program and Association
6. Review of Application by the Board Members

By applying for this scholarship, you are authorizing the use of your name, photo and information in NCHCA and / or AHCA media.
​
Click HERE for information and the application form.

NCHCA members were on top in Denver:
Grand Champion Bull
  STR Encore - Windland Flats

Grand Champion Female
  Kala of Highland Spice - Highland Spice

Reserve Grand Champion Cow/Calf
  Ledyards Tiffany Talia - Mid-Lakes Highlands

Premier Exhibitor
  Highland Spice

Roll of Excellence Winners were all NCHCA Members
Show Heifer of the Year
  Mid-Lakes All Eyes on Me - Mid-Lakes Highlands

Show Cow/Calf of the Year
  Ledyards Tiffany Talia - Mid Lakes Highlands

Show Bull of the Year
​  HHH Gold Kanyon - Happy Hens and Highlands

Congratulations to all

Windland Flats hosted a NCHCA summer picnic on July 16 at their farm in Princeton, Minn.  The event was a great time to network with other Highland enthusiasts from throughout the Upper Midwest.  In addition, to a farm tour, the event featured Dr. Ashley Swenson, DVM and owner of Midwest Embryo Transfer Service.  Dr. Swenson presented the ins-and-outs of embryos, including the benefits of using embryos and how to decide if they are right for your operation.  

Many thanks to Josh and Maria Krenz for hosting a great afternoon of learning and conversations.

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

​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.

Saturday February 4th, 2023
  
Great Wolf Lodge
1700 American Boulevard East
Bloomington, MN 55425
844-561-9653

​New this year, the annual meeting will be a ONE DAY event on February 4, and held at Great Wolf Lodge in Bloomington, MN. NCHCA has a limited number of rooms blocked for our group at a discounted price of $119-129/night, available both Friday and Saturday nights. Please call Great Wolf at 844-561-9653 or book online at greatwolf.com by 1/14/23 and use code 0204NCHC to reserve your room. 

Registration for the meeting can be made HERE and is $25 per person. Kids 12 and under are free. We ask that everyone who plans to attend register ASAP, in order for us to plan accordingly for the number of attendees.
​(NOTE: The email that was sent to members incorrectly said there was a form needed in addition to the payment. There is no form.)

This year we will not be coordinating NCHCA-sponsored junior events/activities during the meeting. Juniors are welcome to attend the speakers and breakouts, or take advantage of the waterpark and many local attractions.

We will be holding a silent auction, benefiting our NCHCA Junior Programs. All are welcome and encouraged to bring an item to donate to the auction and cast your bids on February 4!

For those unable to attend in-person, we will again be streaming the morning meeting portion of the event via Zoom.

Order your calendar by using the Paypal Buy Now button 

or send check or money order of $20.00 each plus $8.50* shipping to:
NCHCA
C/O Josh Krenz
Windland Flats
​31932 136th St
Princeton, MN 55371
*NOTE: $8.50 shipping charge is within the 48 continental United States. Additional shipping charges will apply outside the 48 continental USA.

​The Junior of the Year program recognizes one junior each year who has excelled at participating not only in the association, but also at school and in his/her community. This annual award was created and sponsored by Sue Dyke in honor of her grandmother.

The junior must be a member in good standing of the NCHCA juniors. They must be younger than 21 years of age and have not received the award in a previous year.

The Junior of the Year award is given out in the fall at the NCHCA Show in Austin, Minnesota.  The winner receives a HUGE traveling trophy that gets passed on to the next winning junior the following year.  The winner also receives a specially designed trophy size belt buckle to keep and bragging rights throughout the year.

Any NCHCA member can submit a nomination.
Please consider nominating an outstanding junior in our organization!
Click HERE to download the nomination form.

Nominations should be submitted by September 1st to:
Sue Dyke
PO Box  27
Magnet, NE 68749
email: sue@almostafarmhighlands.com

In order to apply, student must complete the following:

1. Accurately and completely fill out the application in detail. 
2. Obtain high school or college transcript.
3. Email completed application and high school or college transcript to: Tina Broderick at brodericktr@gmail.com by January 31, 2022. (Recipient will be announced at the annual meeting in February)
4. Two letters of recommendation emailed directly from reference to  brodericktr@gmail.com. Emails must be received by January 31, 2022. We recommend one from an unrelated teacher or employer and a second character reference from an unrelated acquaintance. 

The recipient will be chosen by the NCHCA board without name or identifying information.

The board will consider the following when choosing the recipient:

1. Long term goals
2. Leadership
3. Academic Excellence
4. Extracurricular Activities
5. Commitment to and Participation in NCHCA Junior Program and Association
6. Review of Application by the Board Members

By applying for this scholarship, you are authorizing the use of your name, photo and information in NCHCA and / or AHCA media.
​
Click HERE for information and the application form.

​We invite you to join us via Zoom for an educational session on January 8 at 7:00 pm.  Anne Proctor, Ph.D., is a ruminant nutritionist working for a feed company as well as a Highland breeder.  Join her to learn the basics about how the digestive system of a cow works and what we need to know to make sure our feeding strategy meets the needs of our cows.  Bring your questions - we will allow plenty of time for discussion.  Use the link below to register for the meeting.

Call to Order
Proof of Quorum
Proof of Notice of Meeting
Approval of 2020 Minutes
Officer Reports:
     President
     Secretary
     Treasurer
Committee Reports:
     AHCA Representative
     Show Committee
          Regional Show
          World Beef Expo
     Junior Committee
     Hoofbeat Committee
     Membership Committee
     Production Sale Committee
     Website Committee
     Calendar Committee
Old Business
New Business
     Elections
          President
          Vice President
          Director Positions (Two)
     Membership Recognition Award
     Junior Scholarship Award
Adjourn

​Entries open March 1st through April 16th

Sign up early. If we get enough entries, there will be a highland breed show!

Yes, that is Brooklyn with her highland on their website!
​

In order to apply, student must complete the following:
  1.  Accurately and completely fill out the application in detail.
  2.  Submit current high school or college transcript.
  3.  Submit two sealed letters of recommendation: 
        We recommend one from an unrelated teacher or employer and a second character reference
        from an unrelated acquaintance.
  4.  Turn in all of the above by Jan. 1, 2021. 
        Mail to :
        Tina Broderick
        13188 Lakeview Court
        Pound, WI 54161-8818
(Recipient will be announced at the annual meeting in February)

The recipient will be chosen by the NCHCA board without name or identifying information.

The board will consider the following when choosing the recipient:

1. Long term goals
2. Leadership
3. Academic Excellence
4. Extracurricular Activities
5. Commitment to and Participation in NCHCA Junior Program and Association
6. Review of Application by the Board Members

By applying for this scholarship, you are authorizing the use of your name, photo and information in NCHCA and / or AHCA media.
​
Click HERE for information and the application form.

The Junior of the Year program recognizes one junior each year who has really excelled at participating not only in the Association, but also at school and in his/her community.  

The junior must be a member in good standing of the NCHCA juniors. They must be younger than 21 years of age and have not received the award in a previous year.

The Junior of the Year award is given out in the fall at the NCHCA Show in Austin, Minnesota.  The winner receives a HUGE traveling trophy that gets passed on to the next winning junior the following year.  The winner also receives a specially designed trophy size belt buckle to keep and bragging rights throughout the year.  

Any NCHCA member can submit a nomination.
Please consider nominating an outstanding junior in our organization! ​
​Click HERE to download the nomination form.

Nominations should be submitted by September 1st to:
Sue Dyke
PO Box  27
Magnet, NE 68749
email: sue@almostafarmhighlands.com

Click HERE to download the nomination form.
Nominations should be submitted by September 1st to:
Sue Dyke
PO Box  27
Magnet, NE 68749
email: sue@almostafarmhighlands.com

In order to apply, student must complete the following:
  1.  Accurately and completely fill out the application in detail.
  2.  Submit current high school or college transcript.
  3.  Submit two sealed letters of recommendation: 
        We recommend one from an unrelated teacher or employer and a second character reference
        from an unrelated acquaintance.
  4.  Turn in all of the above by Jan. 1, 2020. 
        Mail to :
        Kerie Olson (NCHCA Secretary)
        26086 885th Ave.
        Austin, MN 55912
(Recipient will be announced at the annual meeting in February)

The recipient will be chosen by the NCHCA board without name or identifying information.

The board will consider the following when choosing the recipient:

1. Long term goals
2. Leadership
3. Academic Excellence
4. Extracurricular Activities
5. Commitment to and Participation in NCHCA Junior Program and Association
6. Review of Application by the Board Members

By applying for this scholarship, you are authorizing the use of your name, photo and information in NCHCA and / or AHCA media.

Click HERE for information and the application form.

It's Annual Meeting time! 
​
​Saturday, February 2nd, 2019 & Sunday, February 3rd, 2019
Holiday Inn/Eau Claire South
4751 Owen Ayres Ct.
Eau Claire, WI 54701
715-830-9889
Call the hotel to reserve your room and mention that you are with the North Central Highland Cattle Association to get the special room rate of $114.95 per night.

All members are welcome to come together for this annual event. The annual business meeting includes election of officers and directors. Meet with other Highland breeders and learn from educational sessions. Juniors will have great activities. There will be a banquet on Saturday followed by an auction to raise funds for the Juniors. 

​Registration will be at noon on Saturday.

Saturday, February 2

• Panel Discussions Featuring NCHCA Member Farms
• 1:00 - 2:00 pm       Marketing and Sales of Highland Beef
• Break                     Networking

• 2:15 - 3:15 pm       Handling and Facility Maintenance of Highland Cattle
• Break                     Networking
• 3:45 - 4:45 pm       Exhibiting and Showing Highland Cattle
• Social Hour and Banquet
• 5:00 - 6:00 pm       Social and Networking
• 6:00 pm                  Annual Banquet, Awards and Auction

Sunday, February 3

• 9:00 - 11:00 am     Annual Business Meeting and Elections

 
​Don't forget, if you can, to bring along an auction item to donate to the juniors. They will be auctioning off the items to raise money for their activities throughout the year. The funds will go toward recreational activities during our annual meeting, educational activities like cow camp, and expenses for their show in Austin, MN in the fall of the year. 

Looking forward to seeing some old friends and the opportunity to meet some new ones! Please come and join us!

Submissions for the 2020 NCHCA calendar are being accepted now. Share your photos of your cattle and promote your farm. ​Send in photos that reflect the four seasons that include your animals.
​
Click HERE to learn more and send in your photos for consideration.

​​HEIFERS AND STEER FOR SALE

CBS Lady, Yellow, born 3/17/16, Reg #55804
CBS Caramel, Red, born 4/16/16, Reg #55802
CBS Rose, Red, born 6/24/16, Reg #56339
One 2 year old steer
All very docile!

Dean or Charlotte Van Haren
Apache Acres
charlottevanharen@gmail.com

There is space available for overnight camping, as well. The event begins when folk start arriving!

Please RSVP to:
Creachann Gleann Farm
Ben and Mary Schmidtke
7200 Platte Rd
Platteville, Wi. 53818
Email: info@creachanngleann.com
Phone: 608.348.4047

Big Ridge VooDoo Magic (51522)is a Scottish Type, purposely bred sire, bred to pass on the superior maternal characteristics and good feet of his parents and grandparents. Magic's calves average 55 pounds and grow quickly to catch up and often pass calves with heavier birth weights.

For more information, contact:
Bill Arrington
Big Ridge Highlands
Bigridgehighlands@gmail.com
​

Submissions for the 2020 NCHCA calendar are being accepted now. Share your photos of your cattle and promote your farm. ​Send in photos that reflect the four seasons that include your animals.
​
Click HERE to learn more and send in your photos for consideration.

Submissions for the 2019 NCHCA calendar are being accepted now.

​Share your photos of your cattle and promote your farm. ​Summer and fall photos for the calendar are always needed because there often aren't very many submitted. Spring photos are also in short supply.
​
Click HERE to learn more and send in your photos for consideration.

The 8th Annual Minnesota Junior Spring Classic was held May 5-7, 2017 at the Mower County Fairgrounds.

Click HERE to learn more.

Sign up now for Advanced Cow Training (A.C.T.) Camp, July 7-9 at Windemere Farm in Junction City, Wisconsin.

​Click HERE for more details.

A limited number of slots are available for business card ads in the calendar at a cost of $25. Sign up below and pay online.