CSU Catalog 2019

Colorado State University 42 ND Annual Bull & Heifer Sale

Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 Preview at 9:00 a.m. • Live Auction starts at 11:00 a.m. • Lunch at 12:30 p.m. CSU ARDEC Facility, Fort Collins, Colo.

SELLING via AUCTION 33 Age-Advantaged (22-months) Angus & Hereford Bulls 13 Bred Commercial Heifers

See back cover for sale schedule and activities or visit www.csubulls.com

Expecting the best out of more than just our students!

Welcome to the 42 nd Annual ARDEC Bull & Heifer Sale!

Dr. David Schafer ARDEC Livestock Manager david.schafer@colostate.edu (970) 491-2815 (office)

Christina Nash Research Manager christina.nash@colostate.edu

Harry Clark Feedyard Manager harry.clark@colostate.edu

Dr. Jason Ahola Seedstock Team Advisor jason.ahola@colostate.edu (970) 491-3312 (office)

Dr. Milt Thomas Interim Head, Dept.of Animal Sciences milt.thomas@colostate.edu (970) 491-1442 (office)

The CSU Seedstock Merchandising Team is excited to offer you the best bulls from the 2017-born calf crop produced by the registered Hereford and Angus seedstock cow herd at CSU’s Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center (ARDEC) in Fort Collins, Colo. This includes bulls from the two pens of Hereford and Angus bulls we took to the National Western Stock Show. We also have a great set of pregnant, black-hided commercial heifers to add to your herd. We look forward to seeing you on sale day and discussing how CSU’s program can help yours. Don’t hesitate to contact us. Many thanks to the ARDEC crew for their help with cattle management and sale-day needs. In addition to Dr. David Schafer, livestock manager, a number of undergraduate student employees care for the cattle at ARDEC. And, two permanent, full-time employees continue to support ARDEC’s mission, including Harry Clark, feedyard manager and Christina Nash, research and Feed Intake Unit (FIU) manager.

Finally, Dr. Milt Thomas is serving as the interim head for the Department of Animal Sciences while a national search for a permanent head is underway. The department is excited to be opening the brand new JBS Global Food Innovation Center in Honor of Gary and Kay Smith on campus. This facility is adjacent to the Animal Sciences building and adds over 36,000 square feet, including a USDA-inspected harvest and processing facility, in-house café/retail store, 200-seat demonstration classroom, research kitchen, coolers, laboratories and more. Keep an eye out for the formal grand opening during spring 2019.

LIVE AUCTION

Saturday, Feb. 16, 2019 • ARDEC Facility • Fort Collins, Colo. Remote Bidding: • This year we are offering the ability to bid remotely via Superior

Sale Day Phones: (and help with questions, remote bidding, etc.)

Livestock Auction’s “Call or Click-To-Bid” service. Prior to the sale, visit www.superiorlivestock.com and click “Register for a Buyer Number” (to call in) or www.superiorclicktobid.com (for the click-to-bid option). • You must register with Superior in advance of the sale in order to bid remotely. • The sale can be viewed at www.superiorlivestock.com or www.superiorclicktobid.com • Contact Superior Productions at 800-431-4452 with questions.

Dr. Jason Ahola (970) 593-2388 Dr. David Schafer (970) 821-5504 Other Sale Information:

Wayne Kruse, Auctioneer

• Cattle will be sold via live auction starting at 11:00 a.m., by auctioneer Wayne Kruse, Centennial Livestock Auction. • Cattle will sell in lot order. • See back cover for complete schedule.

View videos and photos of every lot at www.csubulls.com

We Have A New Product – Older Age-Advantaged Bulls PAP Tested at 7,500-ft. Elevation! After two years of hard work, we have successfully transitioned to selling older bulls (22 months of age) via an earlier bull sale. We now calve April-June and graze under center pivot using Management-intensive Grazing (MiG) until weaning. After weaning, bulls are tested for gain, feed efficiency, carcass traits and genomics prior to spending the summer grazing at 7,500-ft. elevation at Fort Lewis College’s Old Fort Ranch (Hesperus, Colo.) where they are PAP tested by Dr. Tim Holt. The bulls return to ARDEC mid fall to be prepared for sale, including testing for fertility and trichomoniasis (required of older bulls). These age-advantaged bulls are ready to work and are able to cover more females – they have spent considerable time in range and mountain conditions. In addition, their PAP test accuracy is much improved since it was conducted at high elevation. More than 85 percent of the bulls had a PAP score of less than 45 mmHg (generally agreed to be the selection threshold for cattle going to high elevation). Due to the extended timeframe from birth to sale, we are now able to develop the bulls at a slower rate. We also have reduced our cow herd wintering costs due to a better match of cow energy requirements with available grazeable forage. Let us know if you would like to learn more about the long-term grazing project underway on our newly seeded 212-acre center pivot (on the east side of ARDEC).

Colorado State University Reference Sires

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Connealy Capitalist 028 Reg. #: 16752262

EF Complement 8088 Reg. #: 16198796

CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA 11 0.3 58 99 19 0.40 0.53

CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA 10 0.1 59 112 35 0.70 0.36

CRR 109 Catapult 322 Reg. #: 43384585

SAV Resource 1441 Reg. #: 17016597

CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA -2 1.7 61 91 25 -0.06 0.64

CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA 0 4.1 71 134 18 0.00 1.11

NJW 73S W18 Hometown 10Y ET Reg. #: 43214853 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA 8.4 2.2 59 100 38 0.49 0.47

NJW 73S M326 Trust 100W ET Reg. #: 43002897

CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA -2.1 3.6 68 117 36 0.25 0.88

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For further information, contact Jason Ahola at (970) 491-3312

ARDEC Angus Bulls

1 CSU RESOURCE 7127 Reg#:18942338  DOB: 4/20/2017 Angus Polled BLK Rito 707 of Ideal 3407 7075 S A V RESOURCE 1441 S AV Blackcap May 4136 CSU Summit 5126 CSU MS VALUE ADDED 7164 CSU MS Trailblazer 4126 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI We thought so much of the impressive calving ease, growth and marbling this bull provides that we used him via natural service on our heifers last summer, and he was a featured bull in our Angus NWSS pen in January. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 54 535 1,106 48.0 36.1 12.8 5.2 41 9 -0.5 67 107 19 0.43 0.37 – –

Lot 1

2 CSU RESOURCE 7129 Reg#:18934091  DOB: 4/20/2017 Angus Polled BLK Rito 707 of Ideal 3407 7075 S A V RESOURCE 1441 S AV Blackcap May 4136 Connealy Power One CSU MISS Y104 CSU Miss Ram Nation 6113

Phenotype BW AWW 76 549 1,223

AYW YHT YSC

48.5 36.0 13.6 4.2 42

US-REA US-IMF PAP

6 1.0 49 87 28 0.52 0.39 5.0 -1.1 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Another heavyweight bull that anchored our Stock Show pen. He’s a half-brother to Lot 1. He provides a great BW to YW spread, and he had a -1.1 RFI value (he ate 1.1 lbs. less per day than we expected him to). 3 CSU CAPITALIST 7105 ET Reg#:18934378  DOB: 3/28/2017 Angus Polled BLK S AV Final Answer 0035 CONNEALY CAPITALIST 028 Prides Pita of Conanga 8821 Mytty In Focus CSU MISS Z108 CSU X127 17 0.48 0.47 5.5 0.5 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI This ET bull has tremendous calving ease (+14 CED EPD) with thickness and eye appeal. He also went to Denver in January to be in our Angus pen and is halter broke. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 79 426 1,104 48.0 36.8 12.9 4.0 47 14 -1.4 50 98

Lot 2

Lot 3

4 CSU G008B 7150

Phenotype BW AWW 90 565 1,159

Reg#:19031496  DOB: 5/21/2017 Angus Polled BLK LCC New Standard LCOC NEW STANDARD G008B

AYW YHT YSC

LCOC Lakina PG080 MF Net Return 8197

49.6 36.6 12.9 4.3 40

US-REA US-IMF PAP

CSU MISS C154

CSU MS Value Added 7164

3 21 0.33 0.36 4.9 -0.2 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Here’s an all-around eye-appealing bull from our NWSS pen. He is solid across his performance data, including a good combination of marbling and ribeye area. -0.1 59 98

Lot 4

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ARDEC Angus Bulls

5 CSU COMP RAM 7115 Reg#:18934094  DOB: 4/8/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF COMPLEMENT 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 S Chisum 6175 CSU MISS C156 CSU Miss Z123

Phenotype BW AWW 80 633 1,343

AYW YHT YSC

50.2 35.7 13.9 5.1 43

US-REA US-IMF PAP

-2 4.0 72 121 25 0.83 0.48 5.6 1.0 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI We used this growth powerhouse (over 120YWEPD and over 1,300-lb. adjusted YW) via natural service on ourAngus cows last summer. He’s heavy weight with high marbling. If you’re looking for stature and meat quality, this bull is for you. 6 CSU COMPLEMENT 7133 Reg#:18934089  DOB: 4/24/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF Complement 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 Boyd New Day 8005 CSU Miss C110 CSU MS Ram Nation 7101 0.1 55 99 35 0.56 0.64 6.0 3.3 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Wow! This big ribeye (14.7 sq. in), high-marbling, growthy (99 YW EPD), calving-ease (11 CED) bull puts everything together in one solid package, including having a PAP score under 40. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 66 529 1,239 49.2 35.2 14.7 4.9 39 7 CSU COMPLEMENT 7106 ET Reg#:18934379  DOB: 3/28/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF COMPLEMENT 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 CSU Ram Nation 7105 CSU X143 CSU Ms Ram Power 1110 0.6 49 91 24 0.58 0.22 5.7 1.9 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Another solid Complement son with a big yearling scrotal circumference (37.5 cm). And don’t miss this ET bull’s combination of carcass traits. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 68 479 1,189 49.5 37.5 13.8 4.2 43 11 7

Lot 5

Lot 6

Lot 7

All bulls were PAP tested in Hesperus, Colo., (7,500-ft. elevation) by Dr. Tim Holt, CSU faculty veterinarian and high-elevation cattle expert.

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For further information, contact Jason Ahola at (970) 491-3312

ARDEC Angus Bulls

8 CSU CAPITALIST 7121 Reg#:18934083  DOB: 4/18/2017 Angus Polled BLK S AV Final Answer 0035 CONNEALY CAPITALIST 028

Phenotype BW AWW 72 535 1,194

AYW YHT YSC

Prides Pita of Conanga 8821 Connealy Consensus 7229

49.5 35.5 13.9 4.8 42

US-REA US-IMF PAP

CSU MISS B137

CSU Miss Sonny 3147

8 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI A Capitalist son with a good birth to yearling spread. He’s above average in nearly every performance trait compared to his contemporaries. 10 CSU COMPLEMENT 7107 ET Reg#:18934380  DOB: 3/28/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF COMPLEMENT 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 CSU Ram Nation 7105 CSU X143 CSU Ms Ram Power 1110 0.6 52 92 36 0.13 0.64 4.8 -1.6 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI This ET son of Complement offers big growth and carcass characteristics with a solid ribeye-area scan at yearling. He’s also feed efficient (-1.6 RFI). Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 83 489 1,214 49.5 33.5 14.0 3.9 51 0.6 61 107 25 0.63 0.45 – 8

Lot 9

9 CSU COMPLEMENT 7112 Reg#:19031439  DOB: 4/4/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF COMPLEMENT 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 Boyd New Day 8005 CSU MISS C153 ET CSU MS Ram Nation 7101 1.7 61 110 29 0.58 0.38 4.5 -4.3 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Tested DD free. He offers a big scrotum (37.1 cm.), big growth (110 YW EPD), large ribeye (14.9 sq. in.), high marbling (5.1%) and the best feed efficiency in the sale (-4.3 RFI). Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 69 566 1,259 48.1 37.1 14.9 5.1 43 5

11 CSU UPROAR 7119

Phenotype BW AWW 82 522 1,205

Reg#:18942204  DOB: 4/17/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sitz Upward 307R BRUIN UPROAR 0070

AYW YHT YSC

Falcon Blackbird 6071 Connealy Power One CSU MS POWER ONE 8141

48.5 35.0 14.7 4.0 42

US-REA US-IMF PAP

CSU Ms Momentum 2156

6 0.4 45 81 29 0.29 0.77 4.6 -2.1 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Here’s a stout Uproar son who’s feed efficient (he ate 2.1 lbs. of feed per day less than expected) with a big ribeye and adjusted yearling weight.

Lot 12

12 CSU UPROAR 7120

13 CSU UPROAR 7126

Phenotype BW AWW 86 585 1,353

Phenotype BW AWW 70 423 1,041

Reg#:18942185  DOB: 4/18/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sitz Upward 307R BRUIN UPROAR 0070 Falcon Blackbird 6071 Hoover Dam CSU MISS A103 CSU MS Ram Nation 7101

Reg#:19032162  DOB: 4/20/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sitz Upward 307R BRUIN UPROAR 0070 Falcon Blackbird 6071 S AV Final Answer 0035 CSU X108 CSU Ms Ram Power 2144

AYW YHT YSC

AYW YHT YSC

49.5 43.2 15.0 3.9 47

48.0 37.5 13.7 3.7 42

US-REA US-IMF PAP

US-REA US-IMF PAP

12 34 0.51 0.54 5.8 2.0 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Tested DD free. This bull is at or near the top in many categories – high YWEPD (93), and at yearling he had the 2nd heaviest YW (1,353 lbs.), biggest scrotal (43.2 cm.) and 2nd largest ribeye (15.0 sq. in.)! 0.6 48 93

7 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Another Uproar son with depth and length of body with solid performance across the board. And a good disposition to boot! 0.4 44 76 18 0.38 0.59 –

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ARDEC Angus Bulls

14 CSU RESOURCE 7123 Reg#:19032218  DOB: 4/19/2017 Angus Polled BLK Rito 707 of Ideal 3407 7075 S AV RESOURCE 1441 S AV Blackcap May 4136 Connealy Thunder CSU MISS B128 CSU X118

15 CSU COMPLEMENT 7140 Reg#:18934090  DOB: 5/6/2017 Angus Polled BLK Basin Franchise P142 EF COMPLEMENT 8088 EF Everelda Entense 6117 Hoover Dam CSU MISS B108 CSU Miss Z106 10 -0.2 57 104 31 0.73 0.03 4.4 -1.2 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI A very low PAP (38) bull with double-digit calving ease, and big YW and Marbling EPDs. He’s feed efficient (-1.2 RFI) and eye appealing too! Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 70 492 1,129 48.6 34.7 12.7 4.4 38

Phenotype BW AWW 65 435 1,011

AYW YHT YSC

48.0 34.0 14.6 3.6 43

US-REA US-IMF PAP

9 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Here’s a big-ribeye bull with appealing individual performance and EPDs across the board. You won’t find any holes in him. -0.9 46 86 21 0.19 0.73 –

16 CSU CAPITALIST 7116 Reg#:19032158  DOB: 4/8/2017 Angus Polled BLK S AV Final Answer 0035 CONNEALY CAPITALIST 028

17 CSU CAPITALIST 7138 Reg#:18934086  DOB: 5/2/2017 Angus Polled BLK S AV Final Answer 0035 CONNEALY CAPITALIST 028 Prides Pita of Conanga 8821 EF Complement 8088 CSU MISS MAGDALENA C112 CSU Miss A138

Phenotype BW AWW 59 472 1,066

Phenotype BW AWW 70 499 1,168

AYW YHT YSC

AYW YHT YSC

Prides Pita of Conanga 8821 Connealy Consensus 7229

47.7 33.7 12.8 4.3 43

46.4 33.4 15.4 4.1 43

US-REA US-IMF PAP

US-REA US-IMF PAP

CSU MISS C140

CSU Sun Rise 7143

14 -0.5 58 103 29 0.52 0.44 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Moderate framed with solid calving ease (59-lb. actual BW, 14 CED EPD) but doesn’t give up any yearling weight growth or carcass traits. –

12 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI The biggest yearling ribeye area (15.4 sq. in.) bull in the sale, and he has a 12 CED EPD and a moderate frame. There’s a lot of value in this bull. 0.7 59 111 31 0.57 0.69 –

18 CSU UPROAR 7108 ET Reg#:18942193  DOB: 3/30/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sitz Upward 307R BRUIN UPROAR 0070 Falcon Blackbird 6071 S AV Final Answer 0035 CSU MISS Z114 CSU Miss Ram Time 3107

19 CSU UPROAR 7134

Phenotype BW AWW 92 642 1,367

Phenotype BW AWW 69 422 984

Reg#:19032159  DOB: 4/25/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sitz Upward 307R BRUIN UPROAR 0070 Falcon Blackbird 6071 Hoover Dam CSU MISS B135 CSU Miss Ram Time 3104

AYW YHT YSC

AYW YHT YSC

51.0 36.4 11.4 3.9 55

47.2 32.2 13.5 4.0 45

US-REA US-IMF PAP

US-REA US-IMF PAP

3 1.1 50 90 29 0.51 0.27 5.4 -0.6 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI The biggest yearling ribeye area (15.4 sq. in.) bull in the sale and he has a moderate frame. There’s a lot of value in this bull.

8 – CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Talk about an all-around bull! This guy has an 8 CED EPD with an impressive YW EPD. Plus, he has the highest REA EPD among Angus bulls in the sale. 0.8 54 99 19 0.50 0.99 –

Since 2017, the ARDEC cow herd has calved later (April-June) and grazed on a 212-acre center pivot as part of a long-term research project utilizing Management-intensive Grazing (MiG), led by Dr. Joe Brummer, CSU forage Extension specialist.

For further information, contact Jason Ahola at (970) 491-3312

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Seedstock Merchandising Team

Greetings from the team, The 2018-2019 Colorado State University Seedstock Merchandising Team would like to thank you for your interest in and support of CSU’s 42nd Annual Bull & Heifer Sale. Since the beginning of the school year, the team has been busy selecting, preparing and training a group of 16 bulls to take to the 2019 National Western Stock Show. Additionally, the team has spent extensive time working with and photographing sale bulls and heifers for this sale. The Seedstock Team was also fortunate to attend the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) Mid-Winter Meeting in Denver, Colo., and the Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Trade Show in New Orleans, La. This sale is different from previous years due to a change in the Agricultural Research, Development and Education Center’s (ARDEC) calving season that caused the sale date to fall earlier in the season. We had to approach this year’s work differently, completing deadlines and commitments before attending the CCA and NCBA events. We have had unforgettable experiences throughout and are thankful for the help we received from previous team members, CSU faculty and staff, and industry professionals. The 2018-2019 team would like to extend a heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, as well. Without you, these experiences would not be possible. Be sure to check out our Facebook and Instagram pages for more information, pictures and future team events. Thank you again and enjoy the sale! Sincerely, The 2018-2019 Seedstock Merchandising Team

Sage Mijares

Kai Miranda

Kai is an animal science/agri- business major from Greeley, Colo. She grew up involved in 4-H and FFA, as well as work- ing alongside her family and their cattle. Kai has her own small cattle herd, as well as a small show hog operation. She is involved in research, several student organizations, and is an

Sage is an animal science major in her senior year. Growing up in northern New Mexico, she was raised on an operation that manages cow-calf, yearling and high-altitude bull programs. Sage also participated in 4-H and owned a small Angus cattle herd with her siblings. She plans

to pursue a career in livestock epidemiology and public health after CSU. As a Data Committee co-chair, she has enjoyed working with her teammates, coordinating data compilation and photography/videos for cattle in the sale, and building connections within the beef industry.

Ag Ambassador for the college. After graduating, Kai is looking to pursue a career in bovine reproduction. As a co- chair of the Written Committee, she has been busy putting together newsletters, advertisements and the sale catalog this year, as well as attending several industry events to promote CSU and network with industry leaders.

Regan O'Donnell

Regan was born and raised in Milliken, Colo., and is an animal science/political science double major with a minor in legal stud- ies. After gaining her degree, she plans to attend law school and hopes to serve as legal represen- tation for a breed or livestock association. Growing up, her family owned a horse training

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business, and she spent many years showing horses across the country and now hopes to gain experience and become involved with the cattle industry. Regan serves as co-chair of the Events Committee and has worked to develop a team-wide promotional effort. She has enjoyed gaining more experience and making connections in the seedstock industry while representing CSU.

"Expecting the best out of more than just our students!"

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Allie Powell

Allie is a senior from Bennett, Colo., majoring in animal sci- ence and agricultural literacy. She got her start in agriculture by participating in the FFA Heifer Wrangle and NWSS Catch-a-Calf programs. She became further involved in 4-H and FFA during high school, cultivating her passion for agri-

culture. Allie wants to pursue a career in beef seedstock, public relations or event management industries. Being on the Events Committee, she has been preparing for CSU to participate in several industry events, including the NWSS, Colorado Cattlemen’s and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association conventions and the annual bull sale. She has enjoyed gaining more experience in these areas, as well as learning more about the seedstock industry.

2018-2019 CSU Seedstock Team

Keegan Taylor

Farris Smith

Keegan is a junior animal sci- ence student at CSU. His appre- ciation for the livestock industry stemmed from his family’s small farm where they raised chickens and broilers in New Mexico. After receiving his bachelor’s degree, he is hoping to become a large animal veterinarian. Through his time in the Animal

Farris is a senior majoring in animal science and minoring in agricultural business. She grew up on her family’s commercial cow-calf operation in Northern California. She was an active member in 4-H for 12 years showing cattle. Farris is also a member of the CSU Rodeo Team, for which she’s competed

Science Department, he has developed a passion for cattle and the industry surrounding them. His particular interest lies in seedstock cattle, due to their influence on genetic improvement in this industry. As co-chair of the Hands-On Committee, Keegan has spent considerable time with his teammates, gaining hands-on experience preparing cattle for the National Western Stock Show and the bull sale. He also looks forward to making connections in the industry he is passionate about.

for three years. Following graduation, she plans to focus her career in cattle reproduction while continuing to grow her family’s herd. Being a co-chair of the Hands-On com- mittee, she has worked with her teammates to prepare cat- tle for the NWSS and bull sale. Farris has enjoyed being part of the team, and is grateful for the experiences and opportunities this year will bring.

Mary Thomas

Mary is an animal science stu- dent minoring in business admin- istration. She was raised in Pozo, Calif., helping her family man- age a cattle ranch, in addition to their own small Angus-cross cowherd. She also spent time showing various species of live- stock. Mary had the opportunity to work with Leachman Cattle

Travis Walsh

Travis is a senior majoring in animal science. He grew up in Craig, Colo., but spent much of his time on his family’s ranch in Montrose, Colo. Growing up, he was very involved in 4-H and FFA. At CSU, Travis has had the opportunity to become a mem- ber of Farmhouse Fraternity, an Animal Science Steward for the

of Colorado, where she learned more about the seedstock industry. As co-chair of the Written Committee, Mary has been learning about advertising and promoting CSU genet- ics and the beef cattle industry. It has been exciting for her to learn and work with her teammates, and make lasting connections in agriculture.

department and a member of various other organizations within the college. Travis plans to become a rural veteri- narian after college. He has been thrilled to be a co-chair of the Data Committee for the Seedstock Team and looks forward to interacting with industry professionals at the CSU bull sale and other industry events this year.

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For further information, contact Jason Ahola at (970) 491-3312

ARDEC Hereford Bulls

20 CSU 109 RAM 7204 ET Reg#:43851745  DOB: 3/28/2017 Hereford Polled RWF TH 122 71I Victor 719T CRR 719 CATAPULT 109 CRR 437 Eclipse 808 RST Times AWastin 0124 CSU MISS B222 CSU Miss Rams Rule 6213

Phenotype BW AWW 85 483 1,052

AYW YHT YSC

48.0 35.3 13.1 3.5 39

US-REA US-IMF PAP

0 2.1 51 83 26 -0.05 0.63 5.5 2.1 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI This bull was featured in our pen of Hereford bulls at the NWSS, and we used him via natural service on our Hereford cows last summer. Due to his impressive 39 PAP score, you can take his eye appeal, growth and carcass performance up to the high country.

Lot 20

21 CSU 10Y RAM 7216

Phenotype BW AWW 61 391 1,018

Reg#:43851754  DOB: 4/14/2017 Hereford Polled RWF SHF Wonder M326 W18 ET NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S R Visionary 4200 CSU MISS B201 CSU Miss Z249

AYW YHT YSC

48.0 37.2 11.4 3.6 37

US-REA US-IMF PAP

9 0.5 59 99 34 0.39 0.44 4.7 -0.1 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI One of the top Hereford bulls from our Stock Show pen, with a big scrotum, very low PAP score (37) and calving ease. Plus, his YWEPD shows that he’s growthy.

Lot 21

22 CSU 322 RAM 7220

Phenotype BW AWW 62 517 1,068

Reg#:43851759  DOB: 4/20/2017 Hereford Polled RWF CRR 719 Catapult 109 CRR 109 CATAPULT 322 CRR 713 Kelly 0117 CSU Ram Dominator 4203 CSU MISS DOMINATOR 8201 CSU Feltons Dominator 6225

AYW YHT YSC

49.0 33.9 11.0 3.2 39

US-REA US-IMF PAP

4 1.5 56 83 23 0.08 0.47 5.0 -1.3 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Another low PAP Hereford bull that went to NWSS in January. He’s good all- around and feed efficient too (-1.3 RFI).

Lot 22

23 CSU 322 RAM 7225 ET

Phenotype BW AWW 82 508 1,132

Reg#:43851765  DOB: 4/24/2017 Hereford Polled RWF CRR 719 Catapult 109 CRR 109 CATAPULT 322 CRR 713 Kelly 0117 RST Times a Wastin 0124 CSU MISS B222 CSU Miss Rams Rule 6213

AYW YHT YSC

48.0 35.0 11.7 3.4 41

US-REA US-IMF PAP

-1 1.3 49 80 23 -0.02 0.57 5.1 -0.8 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI A heavyweight and powerful Hereford bull from our NWSS pen with a solid 1,132 lb. YW, not to mention his REA EPD.

Lot 23

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ARDEC Hereford Bulls

In a great collaboration between CSU (via Dr. Dave Schafer, ARDEC livestock manager) and Fort Lewis College in Durango (via Beth LaShell, Old Fort Manager), our bulls summered at 7,500-ft. elevation at Fort Lewis College’s Old Fort Ranch in Hesperus, Colo.

24 CSU 322 RAM 7224

Phenotype BW AWW 92 579 1,294

Reg#:43851763  DOB: 4/23/2017 Hereford Polled RWF CRR 719 Catapult 109 CRR 109 CATAPULT 322 CRR 713 Kelly 0117 KCF Bennett 9126J P18 CSU MISS 9126J 8205 CSU Ms Team Leader 5220

AYW YHT YSC

51.0 37.5 12.4 3.6 42

US-REA US-IMF PAP

-4 3.8 67 103 27 0.11 0.60 5.7 1.1 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Another Catapult 322 son with growth, ribeye area (based on scan and EPD) and eye appeal. 25 CSU TRUST RAM 7237 Reg#:43851769  DOB: 4/29/2017 Hereford Polled RWF KCF Bennett 3008 M326 NJW 73S M326 TRUST 100W ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S TH 122 71I Victor 719T CSU MISS Z235 CSU Miss Ram Secret 8223 1.4 59 105 32 0.21 0.75 5.7 2.0 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI His impressive yearling weight performance (1,108-lb. adjusted YW, 105 YW EPD) combines well with a 13.5 sq. in. ribeye at yearling. Plus, he’s super low PAP (37). Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 74 443 1,108 48.0 35.8 13.5 3.2 37 3

Lot 24

Lot 25

26 CSU 10Y RAM 7244

27 CSU 10Y RAM 7217

Phenotype BW AWW 80 509 1,049

Phenotype BW AWW 62 354 1,003

Reg#:43820002  DOB: 5/21/2017 Hereford Polled RWF SHF Wonder M326 W18 ET NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S TH 122 71I Victor 719T CSU MISS B227 CSU Miss Dominator 8201

Reg#:43851756  DOB: 4/14/2017 Hereford Polled RWF SHF Wonder M326 W18 ET NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S R Visionary 4200 CSU MISS B201 CSU Miss Z249

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50.0 34.7 11.3 3.8 41

49.0 31.2 10.6 3.8 40

US-REA US-IMF PAP

US-REA US-IMF PAP

6 2.6 61 94 31 0.30 0.39 6.2 2.5 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI A true curve-bending bull from birth to yearling, plus solid carcass EPDs for both marbling and ribeye.

9 0.6 57 96 34 0.39 0.39 4.8 0.8 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI This son of Hometown offers impressive calving ease, combined with yearling weight growth and a yearling marbling scan.

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ARDEC Hereford Bulls

28 CSU TRUST RAM 7213 ET Reg#:43849914  DOB: 4/11/2017 Hereford Horned RWF KCF Bennett 3008 M326 NJW 73S M326 TRUST 100W ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S KCF Bennett 774 N114 CSU FELTONS DOMINATOR 6225 CSU Special Miss 3218 2.8 58 97 28 0.30 0.48 4.6 -1.8 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Beyond his yearling growth (97 YW EPD), don’t miss the fact that he’s one of the most feed efficient (-1.8 RFI) and high-marbling Hereford bulls in the sale. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT YSC US-REA US-IMF PAP 79 373 1,002 48.0 33.7 11.0 3.7 42 3

29 CSU LEADER RAM 7214 Reg#:43851753  DOB: 4/11/2017 Hereford Polled RWF Hyalite on Target 936 R LEADER 6964

Phenotype BW AWW 75 416 977

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R Miss Revolution 1009 RST Times a Wastin 0124

47.5 33.9 10.2 3.4 38

US-REA US-IMF PAP

CSU MISS GRACIE C213

CSU Ms Ram Domimo 7232 ET

7 1.0 57 88 21 0.03 0.39 4.7 0.4 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI This moderate-framed bull with a strong topline and eye appeal boasts a solid YW and REA EPD among Hereford bulls in the sale, plus he’s very low PAP (38).

30 CSU TRUST RAM 7222 Reg#:43851761  DOB: 4/22/2017 Hereford Polled RWF KCF Bennett 3008 M326 NJW 73S M326 TRUST 100W ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S UPS Domino 3027 CSU MISS Y215 CSU Miss Rams Rule 6212

Phenotype BW AWW 72 464 1,081

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48.0 36.0 12.6 3.2 38

US-REA US-IMF PAP

7 0.6 55 93 35 0.27 0.73 5.4 -0.6 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI Don’t hesitate to take this dark red, deep-bodied bull up to a high elevation based on his 38 PAP score. Plus, his YW EPD shows his ability to produce calves that will gain.

Lot 31

31 CSU 322 RAM 7219

32 CSU 322 RAM 7203

Phenotype BW AWW 65 465 1,033

Phenotype BW AWW 87 365 996

Reg#:43851758  DOB: 4/20/2017 Hereford Polled RWF CRR 719 Catapult 109 CRR 109 CATAPULT 322 CRR 713 Kelly 0117 CSU Ram Dominator 420 CSU MISS DOMINATOR 8201 CSU Feltons Dominator 6225

Reg#:43849905  DOB: 3/28/2017 Hereford Horned RWF CRR 719 Catapult 109 CRR 109 CATAPULT 322 CRR 713 Kelly 0117 RST Times a Wastin 0124 CSU MISS C202 CSU Miss A205

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49.5 34.4 10.3 3.8 40

48.0 33.0 10.2 3.5 41

US-REA US-IMF PAP

US-REA US-IMF PAP

4 1.9 53 83 23 0.12 0.42 4.7 -1.8 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI He’s feed efficient (-1.8 RFI) and high marbling, plus solid in his individual performance from birth to yearling to carcass.

-3 2.9 59 96 21 -0.01 0.46 5.8 2.0 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI A big-boned, thick-topped bull with eye pigment, growth and an impressive REA EPD.

33 CSU 10Y RAM 7230

Phenotype BW AWW 76 438 1,022

Reg#:43851768  DOB: 4/25/2017 Hereford Polled RWF SHF Wonder M326 W18 ET NJW 73S W18 HOMETOWN 10Y ET NJW P606 72N Daydream 73S SHF Yahoo 40WY37 CSU MISS B205 CSU Miss Z236

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48.0 31.0 11.4 3.8 40

US-REA US-IMF PAP

9 1.3 54 81 29 0.32 0.39 5.6 0.0 CED BW WW YW Milk Marb REA F:G RFI One of the highest-marbling Hereford bulls, plus impressive calving ease (9 CED) with growth.

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ARDEC Heifers

41 CSU MISS 7328 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 6/1/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: X215 HEREFORD Diagnosed pregnant to Angus bull Broken Bow via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/20/19. Reg #: Not Reg. DOB:5/15/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: Z242 HEREFORD Diagnosed pregnant to Angus bull Broken Bow via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/20/19. Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/18/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: A214 HEREFORD Diagnosed pregnant to Angus bull Broken Bow via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/19/19. Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/15/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: 9223 HEREFORD Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/5/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 94 473 865 47.5 40 We are offering 13 high-quality, black-hided commercial bred heifers. Heifers were diagnosed as pregnant toAI or natural service Oct. 31, 2018, and will calve inApril orMay 2019. Some heifers are bred toAI sires and some toAngus bull Lot 1 (#7127) via natural service – he also sells on sale day. All heifers were PAP tested at ARDEC (5,200-ft. elevation) and sell as unregistered. Photos and videos of every heifer are available at www.csubulls.com. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 92 531 980 47.5 44 42 CSU MISS 7313 Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 68 437 819 46.5 36 43 CSU MISS 7321 Phenotype BW AWW 75 447 802 AYW YHT PAP 46 45 44 CSU MISS 7317 45 CSU MISS 7323 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/20/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: HEREFORD 6Y Dam: Z108 ANGUS Diagnosed pregnant to Angus bull Substantial via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/18/19. Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 3/26/2017 Angus X Polled BLK Sire: FINALANSWER Dam: C320 ANGUS-CROSS Diagnosed pregnant to Hereford bull UPS Domino 3017 via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/21/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 68 481 926 49.5 42 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 4/3/2017 Angus X Polled BLK Sire: IRISH Dam: C326 ANGUS-CROSS Diagnosed pregnant to Hereford bull UPS Domino 3017 via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/19/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 72 485 917 48.5 39 Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 80 508 836 46.5 36 46 CSU MISS 7301 47 CSU MISS 7304

Lot 44

48 CSU MISS 7315 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/15/2017 Angus X Polled BLK Sire: G008B Dam: C308 ANGUS-CROSS Diagnosed pregnant to Hereford bull UPS Domino 3017 via AI on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 4/19/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 74 532 900 47.5 36 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/15/2017 Angus-Hereford Polled BWF Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: 7214 HEREFORD Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/12/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 77 428 833 48.5 39 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/16/2017 Angus X Polled BLK Sire: G008B Dam: C318 ANGUS-CROSS Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/29/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 74 497 875 49 39 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 4/20/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sire: ROCKMOUNT Dam: Z123 ANGUS Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/10/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 62 453 790 46.5 42 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 3/25/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sire: COMPLEMENT Dam: C124 ANGUS Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/12/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 56 460 865 46.5 41 Reg #: Not Reg. DOB: 5/11/2017 Angus Polled BLK Sire: ANGUS 51 Dam: A121 ANGUS Diagnosed pregnant via natural service to Angus bull CSU 7127 on 10/31/18. Estimated due date 5/10/19. Phenotype BW AWW AYW YHT PAP 70 499 845 47.5 44 49 CSU MISS 7314 50 CSU MISS 7318 51 CSU MISS 7130 52 CSU MISS 7102 53 CSU MISS 7144

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Department of Animal Sciences

Animal Sciences Mission Statement: A source from which visionaries and the most innovative approaches in animal husbandry technologies originate. Preparing for your future in the livestock industry

CSU Livestock Judging Team Colorado State University’s Livestock Judging program dates back to 1914, when the first team competed at the National Western Stock Show. Students have the opportunity to represent CSU at the most prestigious contests in the nation and travel to nationally recognized livestock shows. More important, team members have gone on to serve as leaders in the livestock industry. Many alumni attribute their successes after graduating from CSU to values gained through participation on a judging team. Contact: Clay Carlson • 970-491-5395 • clay.carlson@colostate.edu

2017 CSU Livestock Judging Team

CSU Meat Judging Team The CSU Meat Judging Program is well known worldwide in the meat science discipline, as well as for winning national meat judging championships and other intercollegiate meat judging competitions. Meat judging involves the critical evaluation of carcasses and various other products from market beef, swine and lambs in order to determine their value and to rank them accordingly. Contact: Dr. Keith Belk • 970-491-5826 • keith.belk@colostate.edu

2018 CSU Meat Judging Team

CSU Collegiate Livestock Club The CSU Collegiate Livestock Club is an organization of young men and women who share an interest in promoting and learning about the livestock industry. Formerly the Collegiate Cattlemen Organization, Collegiate Livestock Club members work with the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association (CCA), Colorado Cattlewomen’s Association (CCW) and Colorado Livestock Association (CLA) to

promote agriculture and encourage members’ personal and professional development. The club’s goal is to develop the next generation of livestock industry leaders through various means, including partnering with the Colorado Beef Council during the National Western Stock Show where members will interact with the public about the value and importance of beef in Colorado. In addition, club members assist in educating and exposing hundreds of local elementary students to the livestock industry, and they attend the CCAMid-Winter Meeting, the CCA and CLA Annual Conventions and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Convention and Trade Show. Contact: Dr. Jennifer Martin • 970-491-8381 • jennifer.martin@colostate.edu

2018 CSU Collegiate Livestock Club

CSU Seedstock Merchandising Team Since 2003, the Seedstock Team has overseen the annual marketing of the bulls and heifers produced from the CSU ARDEC Angus and Hereford cow herd. In the past, this sale has been held in the spring, selling 13-month-old bulls. Beginning this year, due to a change in CSU’s calving season, the sale will be held in February, selling 22-month-old bulls.

This select group of eight undergraduate students is the result of a formal application and interview process. Once selected, team members oversee all preparations for the annual production sale, including animal selection, performance data collection, advertising, promotion and animal preparation. In addition, students show pens of cattle at the National Western Stock Show and represent CSU at events, including Colorado Cattlemen’s Association Mid-Winter Meeting and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Annual Convention. This combination of experiences provides students with a real-world, hands-on learning environment and an opportunity to network within the beef cattle industry. Contact: Dr. Jason Ahola • 970-491-3312 • jason.ahola@colostate.edu

2018-2019 Seedstock Merchandising Team

For more information about the Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University, please visit www.ansci.colostate.edu or contact the department directly at 970-491-1442 or melissa.harmon@colostate.edu

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Our Program’s Areas of Focus

Colorado State University has operated a campus-based seedstock cow herd, including registered Hereford and Angus cattle, for more than 110 years. Over time, this program has maintained its focus on basic principles of profitable cow-calf production. Through our seedstock program, we aim to supply cow-calf producers with bulls that provide our customers with: 1) Moderate frames, fleshing ability, maternal traits and reasonable milk production.

HEALTH – Health certificates will be furnished on each lot and out-of-state transport clearance will be obtained. TERMS – Terms of the sale are cash or check at the conclusion of the sale. The management will settle any bid disputes. Announcements made on sale day will take precedence over printed material. GUARANTEE – All bulls have passed a breeding soundness exam administered by Colorado State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital. LIABILITY – Cattle will be taken care of for a reasonable length of time at the buyer’s risk. Cattle will be held for 14 days without Colorado State University Terms of Sale 8) Great students – although last on this list, our No. 1 priority at CSU is to produce top-notch graduates who are well educated in the principles of profitable beef cattle production. We want them to learn via hands-on experiences (like the Seedstock Team and annual bull sale) to help them to become future beef industry leaders. 2) Curve-bending growth – Above breed average for growth while below breed average for calving ease and birth weight. 3) Built-in calving ease – We want our customers to have live calves at birth. Percent calf crop (number of calves weaned versus number of cows exposed) is the No. 1 factor influencing cow-calf income. 4) Good dispositions – The safety of our students (and customers) around these cattle is a priority. 5) Age-advantaged bulls – Older bulls (22-months) are lower risk and can breed more cows per season. 6) Access to accurate, objective data – We provide buyers (and our students) with high-quality data • Pulmonary Arterial Pressure (PAP) – All bulls were PAP tested at 7,500-ft., by Dr. Tim Holt. • Genomically enhanced EPDs – To improve EPD accuracy, all bulls were evaluated by GeneSeek®, who generously provided CSU with financial support for this testing. • Feed efficiency – All bulls were individually tested in our Feed Intake Unit (GrowSafe). • Ultrasound scans – Yearling bulls were evaluated for marbling and ribeye area traits. • Fertility and disease – All bulls had a breeding soundness exam (BSE), trichomoniasis test (required of older bulls) and BVD-PI test conducted by the CSU Veterinary School. 7) Great customer service – Beyond supplying premium genetics, we are also dedicated to providing high-quality service. We seek long-term working relationships with our buyers.

cost to buyer. Death or injury after the animal is sold is at the buyer’s risk. Anyone attending this sale attends at his or her own risk. DELIVERY – Delivery will be the responsibility of the buyers. CSU will assist buyers in making delivery arrangements. Please contact us after the sale if trucking is desired. ABSENTEE BIDS – Bids can be phoned in prior to sale day to Dr. Jason Ahola (970) 491-3312, or on sale day to Dr. David Schafer (970) 821-5504. SUPPLEMENTARY DATA – Information on all bulls, including PAP scores, will be available sale day. RETAINED SEMEN INTEREST – CSU is retaining a ½ semen revenue interest on all bulls, unless otherwise announced, so that CSU can sample some of the bulls in the sale. The buyer will have full and immediate possession of the bull, 100% salvage value, and ½ interest in future semen sales. The retained semen-only interest, which is a royalty interest that entitles CSU to ½ of the revenues of any future semen sales, will be owned by CSU and will include the right to collect semen on the bull at CSU’s expense and the buyer’s convenience.

Sale Location Map

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Sale Location Map

Trailer Parking

CSU Bulls & Heifers

Sale Facility Sale location: 4482 East County Road 56, Fort Collins, 80524

We would like to thank the following 2018-2019 Seedstock Merchandising Team Sponsors

Don Norgren and Family

Jim & Helen Gibb

Bullard Acres Ranch

Sale Day Schedule

9:00 a.m. Coffee and donuts

Viewing of bulls and heifers 11:00 a.m. Live auction of bulls and heifers (in lot order) Wayne Kruse, auctioneer 12:30 p.m. Complimentary lunch