Post on 09-Feb-2022
Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association c/o Canadian Livestock Records Corporation
2417 Holly Lane, Ottawa, Ontario K1V 0M7
Phone: 613-731-7110 … Fax: 613-731-0704
E-Mail: cbda@clrc.ca
Web: www.canadianblondeassociation.ca
Inside the Fall 2013 issue ...
President’s Message
Warm Up with our Grilled Beef Steak Sandwich
Calgary Stampede Cattle Trail
Beef Code to Target Pain Management
Welcome New Members
News from the Provinces
Why Showing Cattle Matters
Notice of AGM
Canadian National Show & Sale and Catalogue
About the Olds Fall Classic
Photo Contest Winner - Summertime - Mama watches as these cuties learn photography.
CANADIAN BLONDE News
Crystal Farms Paul & Mary Ellen, Samantha & Phillip Ferguson
RR 3, 21 Crystal Road, Jasper, ON K0G 1G0 Tel: 613-275-2422
E-Mail: ferguson.maryellen@gmail.com
Crystal Ace 15A Sire: Crystal Waldo 23W R18290-(P)
Dam: Crystal Ursula 13U R18182
Our Featured Heifer in the Cream of the Crop Sale
October 19, 2013 - Campbellford, Ontario
Waldo's offspring entered in the National Show & Sale
October 4 - 6, 2013 - Olds, Alberta
Crystal You Go Girl 8Y R18687 Sire: Deebran Eldyn 12S - R17640 - 129N
Dam: Crystal Molly 21M - R18153 - 129N
Crystal Angel 11A Sire: Crystal Waldo 23W R18290-(P)
Dam: Crystal Sarah 8S D14439
NOTE: EPDs will be
available soon or at sale time for these
animals.
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 3 OF 24
President’s Message Message de la Présidente
Cet été n’a pas été facile pour les agriculteurs au centre
et dans le sud de l’Alberta – les pluies torrentielles du
mois de juin et les inondations qui ont suivies ont
certainement impressionnées ceux qui n’étaient pas
toujours retournés à leurs résidences.
Si vous étiez parmi les chanceux, la pluie vous a
donnée une abondance de foin et des conditions de
pâturages idéales. Les veaux croissent bien aux
pâturages et les vaches n’ont pas perdu trop de
condition.
Nous approchons rapidement l’Assemblée générale
annuelle qui aura lieu à Olds, Alberta (les détails se
trouvent ailleurs dans ce bulletin) le 5 octobre. Les
membres de l’Alberta travaillent très fort pour assurer
une bonne expérience pour tous. Ceci marque la
première fois que l’exposition Blonde en Alberta aura
lieu conjointement avec autres expositions bovines à la
même facilité. Il y aura une présence continuelle
d’éleveurs de toutes races (pas seulement les éleveurs
Blonde).
Ron MacArthur est la personne contact pour les
nominations nécessaires à remplacer ceux dont leurs
mandats prennent fin cette année. Quelques-uns se
laisseront nommer, autres ne veulent pas se présenter
à nouveau. Nous vous encourageons de communiquer
avec Ron si vous voulez faire partie du Conseil
d’administration ou si vous désirez nommer quelqu’un
(assurez-vous, par contre, que la personne que vous
nommez veut participer).
La Société Blonde d’Aquitaine de l’Alberta prépare un
catalogue – assurez-vous d’identifier vos choix.
Kathleen Windsor, rédactrice de notre bulletin depuis
2006, nous a récemment avisé qu’elle va concentrer
sur le développement de site Internet et qu’elle ne sera
pas disponible pour notre bulletin, et ce, après celui de
l’automne. Elle maintiendra toute fois le site Internet de
la Société canadienne Blonde d’Aquitaine. Lors de
l’AGA, le Conseil d’administration devra pouvoir
annoncer son remplaçant. Merci beaucoup, Kathleen!
À bientôt!
Myrna Flesch
It has not been an easy summer for much of Central
and Southern Alberta. The torrential rains that were
experienced in June and the floods that followed
certainly made a lasting impression particularly for
those still not back into their homes.
If you were some of the lucky folks, the rain gave good
hay crops and excellent pasture conditions. The calves
are showing the results of the good pastures and for the
most part the cows have retained good condition also.
We are fast approaching the Annual General Meeting to
be held in Olds, Alberta (and detailed elsewhere in the
Newsletter) on October 5th. The Alberta Membership
has been working hard to ensure a good time will be
had by all. This will be the first time in a long time that a
Blonde Show in Alberta has been carried on in
conjunction with other cattle shows at the same facility
and that always ensures a steady stream of breeders
(not only Blonde Breeders) viewing the cattle.
Ron MacArthur is in charge of Nominations to replace
those whose terms are up on the Board of Directors.
Some will allow their names to stand and some will not.
It would be appreciated if you feel so inclined to assist
with the ongoing work of the Board of Directors or
would like to nominate someone for the Board that you
contact Ron. Always be sure that the person whom you
nominate is a paid up member and willing to allow his/
her name to stand.
The Alberta Blonde Association is preparing a Sale
Catalogue, be sure to have your choices identified
early.
Kathleen Windsor, our Newsletter Editor, since 2006
has advised that she is going to be concentrating her
efforts on Websites and has given notice that she will
no longer be able to handle our Newsletter following the
Fall issue. She will however continue to look after the
Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine website. By the time of
the Annual Meeting, your Board should be in a position
to announce her replacement. We will miss you
Kathleen!
See you in October!
Myrna Flesch
TATTOO LETTER FOR 2013 IS “A”
To access the Members Only section on the
website, please contact a Board member
for the password. This page features
current and archived Board minutes, as
well as AGM minutes
& committee reports since 2005.
MARKET YOUR SEEDSTOCK ONLINE Why not advertise your bulls, cows, heifers, semen or
embryos where the world can see what you have
available! If you have any bulls or females for sale,
embryos or semen, or are looking to buy, this is the
place for you. Use the Canadian Blondes marketplace
to find livestock, hay, or other items you might want.
Text only ads on the Marketplace page are just $5!
Ads with pictures are charged $10 per picture.
FAX OR E-MAIL YOUR INFORMATION:
FAX 403-549-2374
E-MAIL President Myrna Flesch at
westwind@telusplanet.net
2013 Board of Directors
President: Myrna Flesch Box 334, Stavely, AB T0L 1Z0
Phone: 403-549-2371 Fax: 403-549-2374
westwind@telusplanet.net
Vice-President: Paul Ferguson 21 Crystal Rd., RR 3, Jasper, ON K0G 1G0
Phone: 613-275-2422 ferguson.maryellen@gmail.com
Secretary-Treasurer: Murphy Baker
2583 Asphodel 3rd Line, Asphodel-Norwood ON, K0L 2B0 … Phone: 705-639-1418
bakerblondes@i-zoom.net
Executive Member: Reed Rigney
Box 5959, Westlock, AB T7P 2P7 Phone: 780-348-5308 rigney@clearwave.ca
Steven Acres
RR 2, 2166 McGee Side Rd, Carp, ON K0A 1L0 Phone: 613-836-4190
stevenjacres@sympatico.ca
Dave Kamelchuk
Box 32, Ellscott, AB T0A 1B0 Phone: 780-675-1227
littlecreekagroforestry@gmail.com
Ron MacArthur
735 Salisbury Road Moncton, NB E1E 1C4 506-382-6630
macarthur@rogers.com
Ken MacKenzie
7401,4900-54 Ave, Drayton Valley AB T7A 1V8 Phone: 780-542-2268
Fax: 780-542-7388 kenkb@telus.net
John Vink
40 Gazley Rd, RR 1, Wooler, ON K0K 3M0 Phone/Fax: 613-397-1890
jiv@rogers.com
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Provincial Presidents
Alberta/BC Reed Rigney
Phone: 780-348-5308 email: rigney@clearwave.ca
Manitoba/Saskatchewan Pat Filz
Phone: 306-634-2174 email: fortyacreblondes@sasktel.net
Ontario Ilse Vink
Phone: 613-397-1890 email: jiv@rogers.com
Quebec Gilbert Gauthier
Phone: 819-336-5352
The Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association is not responsible for any
claims made in an advertisement appearing in this newsletter.
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 5 OF 24
Friendly reminders on ad deadlines for the quarterly newsletter are sent to members with e-mail addresses.
If you do not have an e-mail address, mark your calendar today, and get your ad to us in November.
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The quarterly newsletter features events, articles, and programs of interest to members of the Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association. The newsletter is e-mailed to all members with e-mail addresses, and posted on the Canadian website. Those without an e-mail address receive the newsletter by Canada Post.
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Member Newsletter
Plans are being made for a Silent Auction Sale of
Blonde d’Aquitaine cattle at the 2013 National in
Olds, Alberta. Exact details will be worked out as
we move closer to the fall, but preliminary
information is listed below. If you have any
questions, or would like to enter an animal, please
contact the Alberta Blonde Association.
Deadline for Sale entries will be August 15th to
allow for preparation & mailing of the
catalogue. Late entries will be accepted,
however entry into the catalogue cannot be
guaranteed.
The Olds Ag. Society Show entry deadline is
September 15th, however, we ask that you have
these in by September 1st to allow for your
animals' inclusion in the show program.
Consignors will pay a $75 catalogue fee for
calves and a $100 fee for all other animals;
there will not be any additional fees charged.
The full colour catalogue will include a show
program, sponsors, sale animals, National
schedule and any other particulars regarding the
event.
Sale animals will have to be halter broken and
entered in the show because they need to be
housed in the show barn. However, the animal
does not need to go through the show ring in
order to sell.
How the Sale will work: The sale will have a silent auction format, with
the Alberta Blonde Association administering
the bids, however all monies will be paid
directly from buyer to seller.
There will only be one official bid taker to
which all bids must be advanced, however if
you cannot attend the event we will provide
several contacts that can help with your
bidding/opinions.
Each class of animals (heifer calves, bred
heifers, etc.) will have a specific base price, and
each animal within that class will start at that
price. The base price will be set reasonably to
provide the seller a fair return while allowing
for some room for potential buyers to bid. All
sellers will have a say in setting the base prices.
There will be a sale order, and animals will not
necessarily sell in catalogue order.
Bidding will start following the show on Friday
October 4th, and final bidding will happen at a
time and place to be determined (most likely the
banquet) on the evening of Saturday October
5th.
Bidding for a specific lot will not be closed
until all runners-up have decided not to advance
the bid.
2013 National Blonde d'Aquitaine Sale
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 6 OF 24
The 2012 Member Directory was a project by your Canadian Board of Directors. Information included in the Directory is what was current with the CLRC, as of June 7, 2012. This is a great reference tool for helping Blonde d’Aquitaine breeders keep in touch with each other. If you would like to receive a 2012 Member Directory, please contact the CLRC at 1-877-833-7110.
Membership Directory
This delicious lean beef sandwich recipe is an excellent source of zinc
and iron. Serve the Grilled Beef Steak Sandwich with Melted Onions
open faced if desired.
Grilled Beef Steak Sandwich with Melted Onions 3 tbsp (45 mL) olive oil
2 tbsp (30 mL) red wine vinegar
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp (2 mL) salt and hot pepper flakes
1 lb (500 g) Beef Inside Round or Sirloin Tip Marinating Steak/Medallions
1 sweet onion (e.g. Vidalia), sliced
1 whole wheat or regular baguette, quartered and halved lengthwise
½ bunch arugula, trimmed
1. Combine 2 tbsp (30 mL) oil, vinegar, garlic, salt and hot pepper flakes
in sealable freezer bag. Set aside 2 tbsp (30 mL) of marinade. Using
fork, pierce meat all over; add to marinade in bag. Refrigerate for 8 to
12 hours.
2. Remove steak from bag and pat dry with paper towel. Discard used
marinade. Grill steak over medium-high heat, about 3 to 4 minutes
per side for medium-rare. Let steak rest on carving board for 10
minutes.
3. Meanwhile, pan-fry onion in remaining oil over medium heat in non-
stick skillet for 10 minutes or until softened and golden. Toss with
reserved marinade.
4. Slice steak thinly on the diagonal. Drape slices of steak on each
baguette bottom piece. Top each with warm onions and arugula.
LET’S WARM THINGS UPLET’S WARM THINGS UP
Recipe courtesy Canadian Beef
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 7 OF 24
Canadian Beef Breeds Council participates in third annual Cattle Trail
“From pasture to plate, the Cattle Trail tells the story of beef”
Canadian Beef Breeds Council,
together with Livestock Gentec,
participated in another successful year
at the Calgary Stampede Cattle Trail.
In spite of the overwhelming obstacles
presented by the recent flooding
disasters that wreaked havoc on not
only the City of Calgary but
surrounding areas, and more
specifically the entire Calgary
Stampede Park, the staff and
volunteers were able to join forces and
restore the facilities, including the
agricultural barns, to house the annual
Cattle Trail educational exhibits.
“We are very pleased with the
attendance results of 88,241 which
although down from last year’s 100th
birthday celebration, were very
favourable and encouraging”, said
Executive Director, Doug Fee. CBBC
recorded international guests from
countries including Argentina,
Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Colombia,
France, Germany, Guatemala, Ireland,
Mexico, New Zealand, Norway,
Scotland, UK and USA.
About the CBBC
The Canadian Beef Breeds Council is a national organization
serving as the voice of purebred cattle genetics. The
organization comprises 17 breed associations and 12 associate
members including the Canadian Blonde d'Aquitaine
Association, exporters, agricultural fairs and exhibitions.
Part of one of the educational exhibits on the
Calgary Stampede Cattle Trail
AND HAVE APPROX 5,000 VIALS OF BLONDE SEMEN AVAILABLE
Harmonieux R15, Elvernal Juggler R857 Gangbuster R31, Herbalt R16 And others (Some other breeds as well)
Phone Ken: 780-542-2268 Drayton Valley Blondes
(Division of MacKenzie Agricultural Enterprises D.V. Ltd)
Fax: 780-542-7388 ... Cell: 780-621-6219 E-Mail: kenkb@telus.net
We've Retired!
TAKE NOTICE that the 39th Annual meeting of the
Members of the Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association will be at Olds, Alberta on Saturday, October 5, 2013. Registration at 1:00 p.m. at the Ramada Inn. Call to Order at 1:30 p.m. For the purpose of receiving:
Reports of the Officers and the Financial Statements of the Association for 2012
For the appointment of Accountants
For the election of Directors
For the transaction of such other business as may come before the Meeting
Annual Meeting 2013 Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association
Olds, Alberta – October 5, 2013
For information, contact Reed Rigney Phone: 780-348-5308 or
Email: aba@clearwave.ca
Resolutions Anyone who wishes to propose any changes to the Bylaws must do so before August 03, 2013. Before any proposed change can be considered, it must be sent out by the Association with the official call for the Annual Meeting at least 30 days prior to the Annual Meeting. Please submit proposals for enactment, amendments or repeal of bylaws to the Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association c/o Box 334, Stavely, Alberta, T0L 1Z0 with the signatures of two members before August 03, 2013. The membership will consider proposed changes at the Annual Meeting. Any additions or changes need a 2/3 majority to pass. If you have any questions or need help in wording please call: Ron MacArthur at (506) 382-6630.
Nominations At the Annual Meeting this year there will be three (3) director’s positions up for nomination. The terms of Myrna Flesch, Paul Ferguson, and Ken MacKenzie are up. You may nominate someone before August 03, 2013 by calling Ron MacArthur at (506) 382-6630. If you are nominating someone, it is wise to talk to that person to confirm that he/she is a paid-up member of the Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine Association and if that person would be willing to allow his/her name to stand. These three positions will be for three year terms.
Notice of Annual General Meeting Avis de convocation d’Assemblée générale annuelle
VEUILLEZ NOTER que la 39e Assemblée annuelle générale de la Société canadienne Blonde d’Aquitaine aura lieu à Olds, Alberta, le samedi, 05 octobre 2013. L’inscription débutera à 13h00 À l'hôtel Ramada Inn. l’AGA débutera à 1h30. Pour le but de recevoir:
les rapports des directeurs et les états financiers de la Société pour 2012
Pour la nomination des comptes
Pour l’élection des directeurs
Pour la transaction de toutes autres affaires qui seront présentées à l’AGA
Assemblée générale annuelle 2013 Société canadienne Blonde d’Aquitaine
Olds, Alberta – 05 octobre 2013 Pour de plus amples renseignements,
communiqué avec Reed Rigney Phone: 780-348-5308 or
Email: aba@clearwave.ca
Résolutions: Toute personne voulant porter des changements à la Constitution doit le faire avant le 03 Août 2013. Avant de pouvoir considerer tout changement, il doit être distribute par la Société avec l’avis de convocation de l’AGA, et ce, au moins 30 jours avant la date de l’AGA. Veuillez s’il vous plait soumettre vos propositions de changements à la Constitution à la Société canadienne Blonde d’Aquitaine a/s Box 334, Stavely, Alberta T0L 1Z0. Toute proposition doit comprendre la signature de deux membres en règle et doit être soumis avant le 03 Août 2013. Les propositions soumises seront considérées par le members lors de l’AGA. Toute addition ou tout changment nécessite une majorité de 2/3 afin d’être approuvé. Si vous avez des questions ou avez besoin de l’aide dans la rédaction de votre proposition, veuillez communiquer avec Ron MacArthur au (506)382-6630.
Nominations: Trois poste de directeurs seront libre lors de l’AGA 2011. Les mandats de Myrna Flesch, Paul Ferguson, and Ken MacKenzie prennent fin cette année. Vous pouvez soumettre le nom de quelqu’un en communicant avec Ron MacArthur, avant le 03 Août 2013, au (506)382-6630. Si vous soumettez le nom de quelqu’un, veuillez s’il vous plait vous assurer que cette personne veut vraiement se presenter et que cette personne est member en règle de la Société canadienne Blonde d’Aquitaine. Ces trois postes seront pour une durée de trois ans.
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 8 OF 24
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 9 OF 24
Welcome to Our New
Members
John Bouwmeester Farms, Branchton, ON
David Payne, Bar K Farms, Manohick, ON
Floyd Beasley, Utterson, ON
Donna & Jim Blakley, Colborne, ON
Norm Brown, Nestleton Station, ON
Barry Silk, Double S Farms, Coldwater, ON
Ross Musgrove, Charlie Lake, BC
Walter Breitkreuz, Falun, AB
Cawiezels, Little Acre Blondes, Rumsey, AB
Ashley McNevan, Hastings, ON
Adam Harris, Wallaceburg, ON
Ferme L'Art'Sop, Ste Cecile de Whitton, QC
If you have e-mail but are still receiving
your newsletter by Canada Post, please
send the CLRC your e-mail address.
It costs about $2.00 for every newsletter
we have to mail, which might not sound
like much, but when you add them all
together, it's enough for us to be able to
direct those funds to breed promotion.
Coming Events
October 4 - 6 Canadian National Show & Sale
Olds, Alberta
October 11-13 Expo-Bœuf
Victoriaville, Quebec
October 19 Cream of the Crop Sale
Campbellford, Ontario
December 1 Winter 2013 Newsletter Deadline
The Mixed Up Apple Tree
This picture was taken August 8 in southern Alberta.
The poor apple tree in Myrna Flesch's yard had
apples AND blossoms all at the same time!
Don’t you think that is a little strange?
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 10 OF 24
Well there is less than one
month until the 2013 Blonde
National in Olds. You will find a
section in this newsletter
outlining the details as well as the sale animals and
silent auction items. There are only a few animals in
the sale, but I accept them to be of the highest
quality. Also take a look at the silent auction items.
This is a fundraiser to help support the Alberta
Association and its efforts with this event. If you
have any questions, or would like to make bids on
any of the cattle or items, please contact one of the
people listed in the National section. We are also
expecting a large contingent of breeders from
Ontario and we appreciate their support for the
show, sale and meeting. Last, but certainly not
least, I would like to thank all of those that have
sponsored our event.
With all this “National” talk I wanted to remind
everyone that we will be having our Alberta Blonde
AGM this fall as well. It will be held sometime in mid
to late November at a date, time and location to be
determined.
The Alberta Association will not be hosting the bull
test this year. A couple of breeders have retired or
reduced their herd sizes, and we did not have
enough bulls to make it feasible. That does not
mean that there aren’t any good bulls available in
Alberta. Several will be participating in the National
Show, and many more are available for private
treaty purchase from individual breeders on farm.
Check our website, or phone the Association for a
complete list of our Breeder Members, and contact
one to find your next herd sire.
In closing I would like to share the great sadness I
felt with the passing of several people within the
Blonde family. In a matter of weeks this summer we
lost Dot Keichinger (Dotted K Farms), Donna
Morrow (Blon Dell) and Pete Van Tighem (Van-
Alta). All three of these people, along with spouses
and family, were influential in the breed's success in
Alberta during the 80s and 90s. Dot and Donna
participated in the 2010 National with us, and
News from Alberta Submitted by Reed Rigney
News from Man/Sask Submitted by Pat Filz
All is quiet on the home front in
general. The summer has been a
series of extremes. July was cool
& wet; the latter half of August,
hot and humid.
After a long (procrastinated) winter, spring looked
like it was going to linger until the next winter, but
June finally gave us a two week window in which a
whole lot of seed went into the ground. Then it
rained and rained more but made for beautiful hay,
even a second cut here and there where it is not
usually done.
We've had an interesting harvest as some fields are
ready to go and others are green as grass. Extreme
weather did damage in a lot of places, e.g. Calgary
and other places got hailed to the ground.
However, the last few weeks have been almost
ideal harvest weather. Farmers are out there just
giving it and waiting for the second round to ripen.
Cattle prices are holding steady. The fall run has
not started as this newletter is being set up. Bulls
and cull cows are best they have been for ages.
Reports of off-farm sales of yearling bulls say they
were successful this year with none or one left after
the major buying spree. Heaven knows, there is
always a spot for them, as an auxiliary bull, as a
prospect for next year, or other work. Deepfreezers
need filling, too.
Another report had some blasts from the past -
chance meetings with people not seen for ages. Mr.
Hookenson, a judge for cattle shows in the 1990s
met up with Don & Pat at a campground, Mark Van
de Spiegle met both Marcel & the Forty Acre folk at
different times. Lyle & Robin Hamann stopped for a
visit and a cow look-see. It is so nice to touch base
with the breeders, past or present. The people
involved in cattle seem to so enjoy cattle stories,
the good, the bad and the dangerous. If it doesn't
kill you, it's funny.
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 11 OF 24
brought their energy, smiles and laughter to the
event (as was typical). Pete had been battling
arthritis and couldn’t attend, but always had an
encouraging word for us “young bucks”. While I had
not seen a lot of these people in the last number of
years, I still have very fond memories of them all,
and I will miss not having them in the world with us.
I wish to pass on my condolences to their families
and wish them the best.
News from Alberta, cont'd Submitted by Reed Rigney
Have You Renewed Your Membership? For information on membership benefits, please contact Myrna Flesch
at westwind@telusplanet.net or 403.549.2371.
Did you know first-time Blonde buyers receive a complimentary one-year membership?
Participants at Quebec's Annual Picnic, August 2013
See article on Page 12
The Canadian Beef Breeds Councll (CBBC) wishes to announce the appointment of Michael Latimer as their new Executive Director. Michael brings an extensive range of experience in the beef cattle industry including roles in brand marketing and management. He has recently held the position of General Manager, Canadian Angus Association and along with other industry representatives, participated in a number of breed promotional activities including strategic planning sessions for the Canadian Beef Breeds Council. Michael is a 5th generation purebred cattle producer. After graduation from the University of Alberta, he worked as a partner with Remitall Cattle Company. He served as President of the Olds Agricultural Society and has also served as a judge and a mentor in the Cattlemen's Young Leaders Program. "We are delighted with this addition to the Executive
Director role of CBBC and look forward to working with Michael," says President David Bolduc. "Our focus for Canada's purebred beef cattle producers continues with ongoing projects such as international market development through the Canadian Cattlemen Market Development Council and the Legacy Program, CBBC-BIXS value chain system, and with the view to promoting the purebred sector both domestically as well as Intemationally." CBBC members include national breed associations that collectively represent more than 10,000 producers of purebred beef breeding stock, Associate CBBC members are exporters and sector service providers.
Michael Latimer Named CBBC's Executive Director
CANADIAN BLONDE D’AQUITAINE ASSOCIATION NEWSLETTER - FALL 2013 PAGE 12 OF 24
Nous désirons remercier Martin Boulanger et sa famille, de la Ferme l’Art’Sop de la région du Lac Mégantic, d’avoir agit en tant que hôte au pique-nique de l’Association qui a eu lieu le 17 août dernier. Nous avons dégusté des saucisses d’agneau et 3 différentes recettes de veau, le tout provenant de son élevage. Une activité où le succès, la bonne bouffe et la bonne humeur étaient au rendez-vous! Nous remercions les membres qui se sont déplacé pour y participer. Félicitations à Shelby Drew de la Ferme Bownick de Waterville qui a participé au 38
ième Rallye provincial
du Québec et a remporté le prix du Champion Blonde D'Aquitaine Hatley 4-H, Bownick Xelle. Le 24 août a eu lieu la Grande Journée du Marché public Lac-Mégantic au complexe Baie-des-Sables, activité alliant un marché public d’une vingtaine de producteurs et artisans de la MRC du Granit ainsi qu’une conférence de presse d’envergure. La Ferme L’Art’Sop était présent pour représenter La Blonde d’Aquitaine. La race Blonde sera présente à l’Expo Brome et au Salon des Viandes du Festival Inverness du 30 août au 2 septembre 2013. Dimanche le 8 septembre, dans le cadre de la Journée Portes Ouvertes de l'UPA de la Mauricie, il y aura une dégustation de Boeuf Blonde d'Aquitaine à la ferme René Gravel de St-Prosper. Du bœuf bourguignon et des saucisses cuites sur BBQ seront servis par des cuisinières de renommée familiale, à plus de 1000 visiteurs attendus. Vive la Blonde!!! Les dates des Expositions 2013 : EXPO RICHMOND du 5 au 8 septembre EXPO BŒUF (VICTO) du 11 au 13 octobre Vous êtes intéressé à exposer des animaux et de participer aux jugements, veuillez contacter Clémence Landry au 819 336-5503 ou Jean-Pierre Lavoie au 450 297-3466.
Maureen Landry pour Gilbert Gauthier
News from Quebec Submitted by Maureen Landry
Nouvelles du Québec Submitted by Maureen Landry
We would like to thank Martin Boulanger and his family from la Ferme l’Art'Sop of the Lac Mégantic region, for hosting the annual picnic of the Association which was held on August 17th. We tasted lamb sausages and three different recipes of veal, all from his farm. There were games, good food and good conversation. We would also like to thank the members who were present at this activity. Congratulations to Shelby Drew from Bownick Farms, Waterville who participated in the 38th
Annual Québec 4-H Provincial Rally and won the Champion Blonde D'Aquitaine Hatley 4-H, Bownick Xelle. On August 24th was held ‘’La Grande Journée du Marché public Lac Mégantic’’ in Lac-Megantic, Baie-des-Sables, a procurement activity combining approximately twenty producers and artisans of the region. La Ferme l’Art'Sop represented the Blonde d'Aquitaine breed. From August 30th thru September 2nd the Blonde breed will be represented by la Ferme Super C at the Brome Fair and la Ferme l’Art’Sop au ‘’Salon des Viandes’’ during the Inverness Festival. Sunday September 8th, as part of ‘’ La Journée Portes Ouvertes de l'UPA et de la Mauricie’’, there will be tasting of Blonde d'Aquitaine Beef at ‘’la Ferme René Gravel’’ in St-Prosper. Beef Bourguignon and baked BBQ sausages will be served by renowned family cooks. More than 1,000 visitors are expected. Long live the Blondes!!! Here are the dates for the 2013 expositions: RICHMOND FAIR : September 5th thru 8th EXPO BŒUF (VICTO) : October 11th thru 13th If you are interested in showing your best animals and participating in the shows, please contact Jean-Pierre Lavoie au 450-297-3466 or Maureen Landry at 819-336-3966.
Maureen Landry for Gilbert Gauthier
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There are some that say
showing cattle isn't important.
They'll say it isn't reflective of
our industry, that it doesn't
teach kids about commercial
operations, etc.
To that - I'd respectfully
disagree.
Showing cattle matters.
Because it helps create &
shape youth that matter.
Kids that show cattle can load
up a trailer, and set off to a
show halfway across the
country by themselves,
because they know how to
care for their livestock, and
budget their money so they
still have enough for diesel on
the way home.
They wake up early before
school, to feed and care for
their animals.
They stay up late in the
evenings working hair, feeding
rations and making sure their
steer is rinsed one more time
before they head to bed.
They know how to win
humbly, and lose graciously.
They know how to respect
others.
They know how to receive
critique, how to ask questions,
and how to push just a little
bit longer.
They know how to evaluate
their own cattle and others;
and how to defend themselves
verbally in front of a judge.
They know that one little
tweak in the showring can be
the difference between a
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championship slap … or nothing.
They know that whether you
placed first or last … you still need
to shake the judge's hand.
They know that those around
them are trying to beat them in
the ring … but when they walk out
that gate, if a fellow showman
needed the proverbial shirt off of
their back, they'd hand it to them
in a heartbeat.
They know what it's like to chase
the purple.
We help with a few shows a year,
and while we don't have kids
ourselves, we know how
important it is to provide
opportunities for kids and young
adults to show their livestock.
Why? Because they're our future.
More importantly, they are
agriculture's future.
And for them, the experience of
showing cattle matters.
And making kids feel like they
matter; well … it needs to matter
to us.
Let's make sure these kids know
that they matter.
Success is reason enough.
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MORROW, Donna Frances
May 13, 1936 – July 10, 2013
Michichi is where Donna met a handsome young man,
and the Love of her Life, Kenneth James Morrow. After a
brief courtship, the two lovebirds were married on
October 24, 1953. The couple lived all around Michichi
until 1965, when they moved to their Forever Home, the
family affectionately calls "The Farm". This is where
Donna lived the rest of her days, raising her kids,
gardening, and helping Ken out with the cattle and
farming. Although being a mom of four kept her on her
toes, she still managed to devote time to the United
Church, Community Association, and the Home and
School Association. Donna was also a loyal member of
the Royal Canadian Legion for 21 years, serving on many
levels of the Executive. Donna will be remembered for
her selfless ways, one-of-a-kind smile, and her love for
family and friends. Donna is survived by Ken, her loving
husband of 59 years, and her four children. In lieu of
flowers, donations can be made to: The Canadian
Diabetes Foundation Calgary and District Branch: 204,
2323-32 Ave NE Calgary, Alberta T2E 6Z3. (403)823-
0160.
VAN TIGHEM, M.G. "Pete"
February 1938 - July 9, 2013
Pete passed away peacefully at the Olds Hospital at the
age of 75 years. Pete was born and raised on the family
dairy farm in DeWinton. He worked in Calgary as an
electrician while raising his children in the Shepard/Indus
farming community. He loved horses and raising
purebred Blonde d' Aquitaine and Pinzgauer cattle. Pete
enjoyed playing baseball and hockey. He was an active
and dedicated volunteer with the Olds Agricultural
Society and 30 years with the Calgary Stampede. He
fulfilled a lifetime dream of being on the Grand Ole Opry
stage. He travelled to Nashville to record a Hank William
Sr. tribute CD. He was the beloved father of Tyler, Tammi
and Ron Daley, and Tanya and Scott Soltis. Pete was
predeceased by his son Tyson. In lieu of flowers,
memorial tributes may be made directly to Juvenile
Diabetes.
KEICHINGER, Dorothy Nellie
June 29, 1934 - June 23, 2013
Dot passed away at the Lloydminster Hospital at the age
of 78 years. Dot leaves to mourn her passing: five
children: Dan Keichinger, Linda (Brett) Hartwell, Marilyn
Ward, Laura (Kevin) Allen, and Dwayne (Jennifer)
Keichinger. Dot was predeceased by her husband, Ed
Keichinger. She supported the farm, making sure the
workers were well fed and looked after, she did all the
books and record keeping for the cattle, and she loved all
animals, from the cows to the pigs to the dogs.
She was on the Lloydminster Exhibition board for a while
and spend many years on the Board of Directors for the
Blonde d' Aquitaine cattle at a time when it was not the
norm for a woman to sit on a board. Grandma promoted
the cattle wherever she went and helped in so many
ways organizing the shows and doing a lot of behind the
scenes work. 4-H was also a big part of her life. She was
the Kitscoty Peewee leader for several years and was
active in the main club. Just as recent as a few years
ago, she was asked to judge the 4-H members' record
books.
Donations in memory of Dot may be made to Kitscoty
and Lloydminster Home Care, Cross Cancer Institute or
Lloydminster Palliative Care.
Condolences are extended to the families of three of the most active Blonde d'Aquitaine breeders in Canada, Donna Morrow, Dot Keichinger, and Pete Van Tighem.
Photo Contest Judge, Kathleen Windsor, is
pleased to announce the latest winner of our
Photo Contest - Shellie Wolfe of Dawson Creek,
BC.
This photo is a winner because there's good
contrast in the colours, and can be used as either
a vertical on a magazine front cover, or as a
horizontal on a website.
This entry now gives Dusty Acre Blondes a $25
credit towards their next fullblood or purebred
registration.
We accept photos all year long, so make sure you get your pictures to cbca@clrc.ca. Deadline for the
next issue is December 1st.
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New beef code to target pain management By Barbara Duckworth/Calgary correspondent for The Western Producer
Pain management for common practices such as
branding, dehorning and castration will be a major
recommendation in Canada’s new beef cattle code
of practice.
The code should be released later this summer and
focuses on the humane
treatment of animals. It is not
mandatory but makes
recommendations on handling
pain, including consulting with
veterinarians on the use of
anesthetic and analgesics.
“Animals do show us pain. You
just have to be good enough to
see it,” said Joe Stookey, an
animal behaviourist at the
University of Calgary’s faculty of
veterinary medicine.
Pain is a survival mechanism to
avoid further damage, and
cattle have neurons that
perceive pain much the way
people do, he said at the
university’s beef cattle
conference held in Calgary
June 20-21.
Tails that swish and ears that twitch indicate pain or
discomfort. Measurements of heart rate, elevated
levels of the stress hormone cortisol and
vocalization prove they are in pain.
The new code recommends that these procedures
need to be done within the first couple months of the
animal’s life.
It is recommending that dehorning be done early
because the horn bud is not attached yet and
removal is not as traumatic. The horn eventually
becomes attached to the skull and removing it is
more like an amputation.
“If you dehorn cattle after three months of age, after
horn bud attachment, you have to consult with a
veterinarian and you have to mitigate pain,” Stookey
said.
“You have a couple years to
think about that and develop
protocols on how to do that.”
A local anesthetic such as
lidocaine can be injected and
lasts two to four hours, said
Nathan Erickson, a partner at
Veterinary Agri-Health
Services in Airdrie, Alta.
Local anesthetic produces an
immediate response, but
there is a spike in cortisol
once it wears off, indicating
that pain persists.
Longer-term control for up to
eight hours is found with non
steroidal anti-inflammatories
such as Tylenol or Aspirin.
However, the best cure for horns is using a polled
bull.
Producers surveyed in the United States by the U.S.
Department of Agriculture found 64 percent of
operations have 100 percent polled animals. When
many switched to an Angus base, it included the
benefit of no horns because the breed is naturally
polled.
The survey also found that nearly half of the
producers who dehorn their animals do it before the
This year's Canadian National takes place in Olds, Alberta
during the Olds Fall Classic. For those who don't live in Western
Canada, you might not realize how important the Olds Fall
Classic is to the beef industry.
The Fall Classic showcases "the best of the best" in up to 10
beef breed shows, including: Black Angus, Charolais, Gelbvieh,
Hereford, Limousin, Maine Anjou, Red Angus, Salers,
Shorthorn, Simmental, and this year, Blonde d'Aquitaines! Top quality cattle from some of the industry's
leading seedstock breeders are showcased.
The Classic is a great warmup for the year, and a great way to track the quality of your cattle before other fall
shows like FarmFair and Agribition. To learn more about the Fall Classic, visit the Olds Agricultural Society
website at www.oldsagsociety.com/fallclas.html.
animals are younger than three months and often
use a caustic paste.
Castration is also painful and needs to be done at
an early age. It should not be done at weaning
because it increases stress.
A vet must be consulted on handling pain if bulls are
castrated after nine months of age.
“If the animals are over nine months, make sure you
consult your vet because procedures have
changed,” said Erickson.
However, the USDA survey found that most
producers are doing it before 60 days of age. Most
use a blade before three months of age or rubber
rings on extremely young calves.
Branding is still allowed within the new code of
practice, but it should be done to destroy hair
follicles rather than burning the hide. Hot iron
branding has been shown to be more painful than
freeze branding, Stookey said.
To read the draft code of practice, visit
www.nfacc.ca/resources/codes-of-practice/beef-
cattle/Draft_Beef_Code_Dec_2012.pdf.
This article is republished courtesy of The Western Producer
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Call Canadian
Livestock Records
www.clrc.ca
Toll Free
1-877-833-7110
The Canadian Blonde d’Aquitaine
Association Bylaws & Code of Ethics
are posted on the website.
www.canadianblondeassociation.ca
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