< PreviousThe Bottom Side of the Pedigree“Take care of the little things, and everything else will work out.”I have started, stopped, erased, deleted, started again, stopped, polished, scrapped, started and rewrote this editorial numerous times. There are so many things I could say about policy updates and changes, general perspectives of the industry and just the general state of where we are as the National Swine Registry. The last three to six months have been trying, however, I am not going to dwell or elaborate on that. Rather, I just want to share some very fundamental basic beliefs. Regardless on where you stand across a variety of issues facing our nation, community, industry, or your operation; we have reached the year’s end. For me, this is a time of refl ection, careful consideration and gratitude. I had an interesting conversation the other day with a NJSA member who is competing on a collegiate livestock judging team. She expressed concerns about her performance on the team and whether she would continue to get to judge as a counting member of the team. She realized she may not be prioritizing criteria correctly, but also feared for her “spot” on the team. Anyone that has been a member of a competitive judging team understands these perils and feelings. I, in fact, have experienced the same thing she is going through in my collegiate judging career. It was not until one of my coaches shared some advice that allowed me to reach a new level of success. “Take care of the little things, and everything else will work out. Mark smart cards, talk accurate reasons, work hard, and you will not have to worry about whether you get cards in a contest. The little things will equate to making your ‘big thing’ (marking cards) happen.” It seems so simple, yet we so often forget about getting the “little things” right in our life. So why “The Bottom Side of the Pedigree?” The top side of my academic pedigree reads Lake Land College x Oklahoma State University. Many of you know I bleed orange and am loyal to a fault to the university at which I received my bachelor’s degree. However, the bottom side of my academic pedigree reads Texas A&M University. While many criticize Texas A&M for being “cult-like”, with traditions, yell leaders, and a strong military infl uence, I believe the Aggie alumni embody a code that is very noble. The Aggie Code of Honor states: “An Aggie does not lie, cheat or steal or tolerate those who do.” These are rather simple, but profound words and guidelines. These are the “little things” that have a signifi cant impact on others and far too often people forget to make their words and actions consistent. I have refl ected on this code numerous times in the last few months. Perhaps the greatest challenge in living by this code is the last phrase of not tolerating those who do wrong. No doubt, it is not easy. In today’s culture, fake accusations and rumors are everywhere. It is diffi cult to determine what is accurate and true. However, we all have the ability to control and maintain how we act and behave. So here is my advice: Do not lie (about birth dates), cheat (purebred genetics), steal (others integrity and character) or tolerate those who do. That is our obligation to maintain the long-term success, sustainability and integrity of our industry. 2019 is a new year. We have the opportunity to make it great and refl ect upon our own self-improvement. So what am I doing in 2019? I am approaching past issues and dilemmas with amnesty and an open mind. I am saying thank you more and appreciating those who have, and continue to make me successful every day. If you or I have landed on an opposite side of an issue let’s agree to disagree. However, the Aggie Code of Honor is going to be on the forefront of my mind, and I hope it is with you, also. From the bottom of my heart, I hope you and those closest to you have a blessed and Merry Christmas, and remember the reason for the season. Here’s to a successful 2019!EDITORIALClay Zwilling | clay@nationalswine.comNSR V.P. of OperationsCatching UpDECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGE10OLSENY ORKS.COMBEN: 605.660.2828 • CHUCK: 605.661.786429369 451st Ave. • Irene, SD 57037olsenyorks.comDec. 5onlinebredgiltSale$150,000 Grand Champion Boar, 2018 WPXFeatured service sire of many of the gilts in the offering.DOMINATOROffering 45 head of Yorkshires, Durocs and crossbreds due in January and February.11DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGESomething so complicated, but so simple. Something so crucial, but so sensitive. Something so challenging, but so rewarding.I really strive to make the editorials I write to refl ect something I am going through personally and that everyone can relate to. Today’s society is ever-changing at a rapid pace, and it is more important now, than ever, to recognize what you believe in. So that raises a question, “What does it mean to ‘believe’?”It depends who you ask. Whether you are talking to Google, a friend or a family member, we all have our own way to describe the word “believe.” We may describe it differently, but the meaning behind the defi nition is the same. To me, “believe” means that you have an image in your head of what is correct or important to you; you base your decisions and your actions on this vision. Standing up for what you believe in is a concept I have tried to instill in myself because if you do not believe in something then who are you? Every day we are faced with decisions, rumors, rewards and consequences. Our day is either good or bad depending on what we choose to believe. Do you ever ask yourself when making a diffi cult decision, “What does this mean to me? What do I believe about this situation?” Or do you hear something about a person and think, “I do not believe that for one second. I know them and I know they would not do that.” Do you ever feel rewarded for sticking to your guns? Buying and believing in that showpig that your friend told you would not turn out? Or more importantly, have you ever suffered through the consequences when you do not stand up for what you believe in and the situation fails? All of these questions stem from what you choose to believe in.There is a lot to think about in this editorial. The world gives us so many opportunities to believe in something. We are what we decide to believe in. Growing up, we are told that the sky is the limit and that you can be anything you want to be as long as you believe in yourself. So ask yourself… do you honestly, truthfully, and really believe in yourself? Are you doing everything that you can to STAND UP for YOURSELF? Spread love and be you.Standing Up for What You Believe In“Standing up for what you believe in is a concept I have tried to instill in myself, over the last few years because if you do not believe in something then who are you?”EDITORIALAustin Pueschel | austin@nationalswine.comNSR Director of Education & Outreach Youth ViewDECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGE1213DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGEDuring our planning meeting for the 2019 Seedstock EDGE, we decided to implement magazine changes that we hope will be benefi cial to you, our readers and advertisers.The Seedstock EDGE is going to a seven issue schedule versus a nine issue schedule. We came to this decision after much discussion about how the Seedstock EDGE was being used by our subscribers and advertisers. Our goal is to continue to be a platform for you to market your livestock, while providing relevent industry information. (At the bottom of the page you will fi nd the 2019 production schedule. This information can also be found at nationalswine.com under the SEEDSTOCK section.The biggest change is the Spring Showpig Issue will now be the fi rst issue of the year and includes the months of January, February and March. The Fall Showpig Issue is now a September/October issue. This was done after we compared key sale times to when the magazine was being mailed. We hope this will give producers a better platform and be distributed at a more ideal time, to market their livestock to their targeted clientele. The new schedule will also allow the Seedstock EDGE Media staff to increase the quanity and variety of content distributed on other communication mediums. Between social media, video content, webinars and apps, the Seedstock EDGE Media staff wants to deliver educational and engaging content through a variety of channels. This positive change will give our small communications staff the capabilities to implement effective communication strategies and better serve our members. For 25 years the Seedstock EDGE has been on coffee tables, in pigs barns and in the hearts of purebred swine enthusiasts. We hope you will continue to anxiously wait for the arrival of each issue, but also be excited and enjoy the new things the Seedstock EDGE Media staff will be providing you!Excited about 2019“We hope you will continue to anxiously wait for the arrival of each issue, but also be excited and enjoy the new things the Seedstock EDGE Media staff will be providing you!” Spring Showpig Youth Boar StudFall ShowpigFemale FocusJAN/FEB/MAR APR/MAY JUNE JULY AUG SEP/OCT NOV/DEC Ad DeadlineJan. 4Feb. 27April 24June 12July 12Aug. 21Oct. 9Mail DateJan. 31March 28May 24June 28Aug. 5Sept. 13Nov. 72019 Seedstock EDGE Production ScheduleEDITORIALStephen Weintraut II | stevew@nationalswine.comNSR Director of Marketing & CommunicationsFueling CreativityDECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGE14One of the real joys this holiday season is the opportunity to say thank you and wish you the very best for the new year15DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGEKeeping you connected with news in the purebred swine industry. INFORMATIONFor YourTo submit announcements for FYI, contact stevew@nationalswine.com.CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERMike Paul • Ext. 107V.P. OF OPERATIONSClay Zwilling • Ext. 106V.P. OF GLOBAL TECHNICAL SERVICEDr. Doug Newcom • Ext. 116PEDIGREE DEPT. DIRECTOR & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTLisa Kennedy • Ext. 105CONTROLLERMindee Pollard • Ext. 108DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONSStephen Weintraut II • Ext. 118SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR & EDITORCassie Godwin • Ext. 111CREATIVE DESIGN COORDINATORDeShea Wallace • Ext. 113DIRECTOR OF JUNIOR SHOWSEllen Olson Knauth • Ext. 101DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION & OUTREACHAustin Pueschel • Ext. 109DNA SECRETARYWhitney Webb • Ext. 102 DUROC SECRETARYTaran Eads • Ext. 120LANDRACE/HAMPSHIRE SECRETARYMegan Dragstrem • Ext. 100YORKSHIRE SECRETARYWhitney Hendricks • Ext. 112SOFTWARE DEVELOPER/DATABASE MANAGERMatthew Fouts • Ext. 104FIELD REPRESENTATIVESMichael Lackey • 765.427.3733Mickey Bellamy • 765.427.7741Clay Parrish • 765.421.1155EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Dusty Cain, Iowa CHAIRMAN • 641.203.2257Brett Beyers, Ill. VICE CHAIRMAN • 815.848.3549Kyle Baade Neb. • 402.239.2229Dan Burzlaff, Iowa • 563.357.1957Steve Cobb, Ark. • 870.219.7281 Cody McCleery, Texas • 817.613.6666Jim McCoy, Ohio • 740.572.0271Bill Range, Ill. • 618.973.1070Lynsee Shaffer-Pullen, Ind. • 765.717.9924Dr. Mike Tripp, Okla. • 580.513.0723DUROC BOARDDon R. Smith, Ohio PRES. • 2020* Doug Albright, Mich. V.P. • 2019Joe Roberts, Mo. • 2018* Brett Beyers, Ill. • 2019*Chad Hill, Texas • 2019Jayson Butts, Wis. • 2020Darrell Drake, Ind. • 2020 HAMPSHIRE BOARDDusty Cain, Iowa PRES. • 2018*Kyle Baade, Neb. V.P. • 2019 Mike Day, Okla. • 2019Jim McCoy, Ohio • 2019*Mike Watson, Ind. • 2020*Kevin Wendt, Ohio • 2020*Kevin Sharrett, Ohio • 2020*LANDRACE BOARDLynsee Shaffer-Pullen, Ind. PRES. • 2019*Nick Siedelmann, Iowa V.P. • 2018Sam Malcolm, Ind. • 2018Mark Korb, Ohio • 2019 Jonas McGrew, Ill. • 2019 Russell Pedrett, Calif. • 2020Freddie Grohmann, Ill. • 2020YORKSHIRE BOARDDr. Mike Tripp, Okla. PRES. • 2018*Broc Thompson, Ohio V.P. • 2020*Dan Burzlaff, Iowa • 2018*Steve Cobb, Ark. • 2019Matt Rohrig, Iowa • 2019*Ben Olsen, S.D. • 2020Kevin Ricker • 2020*denotes second term2639 Yeager Road • West Lafayette, IN 47906765.463.3594 • nationalswine.comWallace joins NSR staffThe National Swine Registry (NSR) welcomed DeShea Wallace to the team, in November, as Creative Design Coordinator. In her new role, Wallace will contribute to ideation and creative design related to Seedstock EDGE Media, including layout and design, video editing, marketing campaigns, and general design work. DeShea Wallace graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications. While at Texas Tech, she was a member of the wool, meats and livestock judging teams, Block & Bridle and the Meat Science Association. She also worked as a student assistant for the Animal and Food Sciences Department. Before joining the NSR staff, DeShea worked for the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension as a 4-H Agent. During col-lege, she was a communications intern with the American Meat Science Association. Growing up in New Mexico, with an agriculture education teacher as her father, DeShea was instilled with a love for the industry at an early age. Her fondest memories are the many hours and days spent at the barn or on the road to stock shows with her family and her livestock. In her spare time, DeShea enjoys spending time with her husband Zac and her three dogs. A “Shindig” honoring A. Ruben EdwardsA “Shindig” was held on Nov. 10, 2018 to honor A. Ruben Edwards on the occasion of his 90th birthday. A lunch was held at noon and anyone who wished to share a story about Edwards was invited to speak.Cards for Ruben can be sent to:Gordon Voss1 TJ CourtBowling Green, MO63334DeShea WallaceNSR NEWSA. Ruben EdwardsBorn Nov. 4, 1928 REMINDER FOR TEXAS MAJORS!ALL litters must be recorded and transferred BEFORE Dec. 1 to be eligible for the Texas majors.The NSR offi ce closes at 4 p.m. ESTDEC. 13, 2018 WINTER TYPE CONFERENCE & SOUTHEAST REGIONAL Entry DeadlineDEC. 24, 2018-JAN. 1, 2019 NSR OFFICE CLOSED Christmas & New YearsDEC. 27-DEC. 31, 2018 ARIZONA NATIONAL LIVESTOCK SHOW Phoenix, Ariz.JAN. 4, 2019 JAN./FEB./MARCHSEEDSTOCK EDGE SHOWPIG ISSUEAdvertising DeadlineJAN. 23-26, 2019 WINTER TYPE CONFERENCE & SOUTHEAST REGIONAL Perry, Ga.FEB. 6, 2019 SOUTHWEST TYPE CONFERENCE Entry DeadlineFEB. 27, 2019 APRIL/MAYSEEDSTOCK EDGE Advertising DeadlineFEB. 27-MAR. 2, 2019 SOUTHWEST TYPE CONFERENCEBelton, Texas&DATES DEADLINESDEC13JAN4FEB6FEB27DEC24BIRTHSWesley Ray McCully, 5 pounds 1 oz. born Sept. 13th at the St. Lukes Plaza Hospital in Kansas City, Mo.Parents are Steven and Nancy McCully, and joins big brother Colton Ray of Harris, Mo. Grandparents are Bobby and Ali McCully of Milan, Mo. and Betty Jackson of New Cambria, Mo. Wesley came fi ve weeks early and spent 10 days in the NIC unit. Steven was a NJSA member, and Colton is a current member at just three years old.WESLEY RAY MCCULLY Sept. 13, 2018DEAN F. SCHADE 1955-2018Dean F. Schade, 62, of Neb., died Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Care Center in Norfolk.Dean was born Nov. 26, 1955 in Madison County, Neb., to his parents Fritz and Pearl (Mintken) Schade.He is survived by his aunt Josephine Volk of Omaha, uncle and aunt Bob and Hope Schade of Fergus Falls, Minn., numerous cousins and friends.Memorial Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept.13, 2018 at Home for Funerals Chapel, 708 Georgia Avenue. Burial was at Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery. SHIRLEY “KAY” CHRISTIAN 1943-2018Shirley “Kay” Christian, 75, passed away November 4, 2018 due to complica-tions following multiple strokes. Kay was born on September 27, 1943 to Harry and Kathryn (Wild) Barnts in Alburnett, Iowa and graduated from Alburnett High School. On September 5, 1965 she was united in marriage with Dean Christian and they thereafter made their home in rural Woodward.Kay dedicated most of her life to raising quality purebred Duroc hogs and was proud to be given many awards for her dedication. These awards included being the Iowa Master Seedstock Producer twice (an honor given to only one woman and she was the only two-time winner), the Paul Parrish Breeding On Award, being named a Lifetime Iowa Duroc Breeder, even being the Iowa Duroc Queen in 1961. She was also a 20+ year 4-H Leader and mentor to many over the years. She held every offi ce for the Iowa Duroc breeders association, worked on multiple committees for the Iowa Pork Producer’s, and spent countless hours helping with the 4-H hogs at both the Iowa State Fair and the Boone County Fair. She judged numerous hog shows throughout the years. She was an OBITUARIESexhibitor at the Iowa State Fair for 60 years and also at many other hog shows throughout the U.S.In her spare time, she was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, played bridge with her friends, loved reading a good book, and enjoyed a tough crossword puzzle.Kay is survived by her two children, Casie Skinner (Jack Harney) of rural Woodward and Lance Christian (Gloria) of Lincoln, NE; her DEC27JAN23FEB27DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGE16Keeping you connected with news in the purebred swine industry. INFORMATIONFor YourTo submit announcements for FYI, contact stevew@nationalswine.com.CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICERMike Paul • Ext. 107V.P. OF OPERATIONSClay Zwilling • Ext. 106V.P. OF GLOBAL TECHNICAL SERVICEDr. Doug Newcom • Ext. 116PEDIGREE DEPT. DIRECTOR & ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTLisa Kennedy • Ext. 105CONTROLLERMindee Pollard • Ext. 108DIRECTOR OF MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONSStephen Weintraut II • Ext. 118SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR & EDITORCassie Godwin • Ext. 111CREATIVE DESIGN COORDINATORDeShea Wallace • Ext. 113DIRECTOR OF JUNIOR SHOWSEllen Olson Knauth • Ext. 101DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION & OUTREACHAustin Pueschel • Ext. 109DNA SECRETARYWhitney Webb • Ext. 102 DUROC SECRETARYTaran Eads • Ext. 120LANDRACE/HAMPSHIRE SECRETARYMegan Dragstrem • Ext. 100YORKSHIRE SECRETARYWhitney Hendricks • Ext. 112SOFTWARE DEVELOPER/DATABASE MANAGERMatthew Fouts • Ext. 104FIELD REPRESENTATIVESMichael Lackey • 765.427.3733Mickey Bellamy • 765.427.7741Clay Parrish • 765.421.1155EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Dusty Cain, Iowa CHAIRMAN • 641.203.2257Brett Beyers, Ill. VICE CHAIRMAN • 815.848.3549Kyle Baade Neb. • 402.239.2229Dan Burzlaff, Iowa • 563.357.1957Steve Cobb, Ark. • 870.219.7281 Cody McCleery, Texas • 817.613.6666Jim McCoy, Ohio • 740.572.0271Bill Range, Ill. • 618.973.1070Lynsee Shaffer-Pullen, Ind. • 765.717.9924Dr. Mike Tripp, Okla. • 580.513.0723DUROC BOARDDon R. Smith, Ohio PRES. • 2020* Doug Albright, Mich. V.P. • 2019Joe Roberts, Mo. • 2018* Brett Beyers, Ill. • 2019*Chad Hill, Texas • 2019Jayson Butts, Wis. • 2020Darrell Drake, Ind. • 2020 HAMPSHIRE BOARDDusty Cain, Iowa PRES. • 2018*Kyle Baade, Neb. V.P. • 2019 Mike Day, Okla. • 2019Jim McCoy, Ohio • 2019*Mike Watson, Ind. • 2020*Kevin Wendt, Ohio • 2020*Kevin Sharrett, Ohio • 2020*LANDRACE BOARDLynsee Shaffer-Pullen, Ind. PRES. • 2019*Nick Siedelmann, Iowa V.P. • 2018Sam Malcolm, Ind. • 2018Mark Korb, Ohio • 2019 Jonas McGrew, Ill. • 2019 Russell Pedrett, Calif. • 2020Freddie Grohmann, Ill. • 2020YORKSHIRE BOARDDr. Mike Tripp, Okla. PRES. • 2018*Broc Thompson, Ohio V.P. • 2020*Dan Burzlaff, Iowa • 2018*Steve Cobb, Ark. • 2019Matt Rohrig, Iowa • 2019*Ben Olsen, S.D. • 2020Kevin Ricker • 2020*denotes second term2639 Yeager Road • West Lafayette, IN 47906765.463.3594 • nationalswine.comWallace joins NSR staffThe National Swine Registry (NSR) welcomed DeShea Wallace to the team, in November, as Creative Design Coordinator. In her new role, Wallace will contribute to ideation and creative design related to Seedstock EDGE Media, including layout and design, video editing, marketing campaigns, and general design work. DeShea Wallace graduated from Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications. While at Texas Tech, she was a member of the wool, meats and livestock judging teams, Block & Bridle and the Meat Science Association. She also worked as a student assistant for the Animal and Food Sciences Department. Before joining the NSR staff, DeShea worked for the University of Nevada Cooperative Extension as a 4-H Agent. During col-lege, she was a communications intern with the American Meat Science Association. Growing up in New Mexico, with an agriculture education teacher as her father, DeShea was instilled with a love for the industry at an early age. Her fondest memories are the many hours and days spent at the barn or on the road to stock shows with her family and her livestock. In her spare time, DeShea enjoys spending time with her husband Zac and her three dogs. A “Shindig” honoring A. Ruben EdwardsA “Shindig” was held on Nov. 10, 2018 to honor A. Ruben Edwards on the occasion of his 90th birthday. A lunch was held at noon and anyone who wished to share a story about Edwards was invited to speak.Cards for Ruben can be sent to:Gordon Voss1 TJ CourtBowling Green, MO63334DeShea WallaceNSR NEWSA. Ruben EdwardsBorn Nov. 4, 1928 REMINDER FOR TEXAS MAJORS!ALL litters must be recorded and transferred BEFORE Dec. 1 to be eligible for the Texas majors.The NSR offi ce closes at 4 p.m. ESTDEC. 13, 2018 WINTER TYPE CONFERENCE & SOUTHEAST REGIONAL Entry DeadlineDEC. 24, 2018-JAN. 1, 2019 NSR OFFICE CLOSED Christmas & New YearsDEC. 27-DEC. 31, 2018 ARIZONA NATIONAL LIVESTOCK SHOW Phoenix, Ariz.JAN. 4, 2019 JAN./FEB./MARCHSEEDSTOCK EDGE SHOWPIG ISSUEAdvertising DeadlineJAN. 23-26, 2019 WINTER TYPE CONFERENCE & SOUTHEAST REGIONAL Perry, Ga.FEB. 6, 2019 SOUTHWEST TYPE CONFERENCE Entry DeadlineFEB. 27, 2019 APRIL/MAYSEEDSTOCK EDGE Advertising DeadlineFEB. 27-MAR. 2, 2019 SOUTHWEST TYPE CONFERENCEBelton, Texas&DATES DEADLINESDEC13JAN4FEB6FEB27DEC24BIRTHSWesley Ray McCully, 5 pounds 1 oz. born Sept. 13th at the St. Lukes Plaza Hospital in Kansas City, Mo.Parents are Steven and Nancy McCully, and joins big brother Colton Ray of Harris, Mo. Grandparents are Bobby and Ali McCully of Milan, Mo. and Betty Jackson of New Cambria, Mo. Wesley came fi ve weeks early and spent 10 days in the NIC unit. Steven was a NJSA member, and Colton is a current member at just three years old.WESLEY RAY MCCULLY Sept. 13, 2018DEAN F. SCHADE 1955-2018Dean F. Schade, 62, of Neb., died Friday, Sept. 7, 2018 at St. Joseph’s Rehabilitation and Care Center in Norfolk.Dean was born Nov. 26, 1955 in Madison County, Neb., to his parents Fritz and Pearl (Mintken) Schade.He is survived by his aunt Josephine Volk of Omaha, uncle and aunt Bob and Hope Schade of Fergus Falls, Minn., numerous cousins and friends.Memorial Services were held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Sept.13, 2018 at Home for Funerals Chapel, 708 Georgia Avenue. Burial was at Hillcrest Memorial Park Cemetery. SHIRLEY “KAY” CHRISTIAN 1943-2018Shirley “Kay” Christian, 75, passed away November 4, 2018 due to complica-tions following multiple strokes. Kay was born on September 27, 1943 to Harry and Kathryn (Wild) Barnts in Alburnett, Iowa and graduated from Alburnett High School. On September 5, 1965 she was united in marriage with Dean Christian and they thereafter made their home in rural Woodward.Kay dedicated most of her life to raising quality purebred Duroc hogs and was proud to be given many awards for her dedication. These awards included being the Iowa Master Seedstock Producer twice (an honor given to only one woman and she was the only two-time winner), the Paul Parrish Breeding On Award, being named a Lifetime Iowa Duroc Breeder, even being the Iowa Duroc Queen in 1961. She was also a 20+ year 4-H Leader and mentor to many over the years. She held every offi ce for the Iowa Duroc breeders association, worked on multiple committees for the Iowa Pork Producer’s, and spent countless hours helping with the 4-H hogs at both the Iowa State Fair and the Boone County Fair. She judged numerous hog shows throughout the years. She was an OBITUARIESexhibitor at the Iowa State Fair for 60 years and also at many other hog shows throughout the U.S.In her spare time, she was a dedicated mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, played bridge with her friends, loved reading a good book, and enjoyed a tough crossword puzzle.Kay is survived by her two children, Casie Skinner (Jack Harney) of rural Woodward and Lance Christian (Gloria) of Lincoln, NE; her DEC27JAN23FEB2717DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGEgrandchildren, Jordann (Zach) Ryder, Morgann Mahoney, Kaelynn Underwood, Marlena (Zach) Borzekofski and Dylan Christian; two great grandchildren, Aiden and Audrey Ryder; her brother, John (Penny) Barnts as well as in-laws, nieces, nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Dean.A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dallas County 4-H Judging Team and the Boone County Fair Swine Department in care of the Iowa 4-H Foundation, Ext. 4-H Youth Building, Ames, IA 50011-1002. Please visit www.IlesCares.com for more information and online condolences.WENDELL F. BEELER 1926-2018Wendell Francis Beeler, 92, of Caneyville, passed away October 29, 2018 at Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center in Leitchfi eld. Mr. Beeler was born May 16, 1926 in Spring Lick, the son of Charles Henderson Beeler and Jessie Kyle Green Beeler. He was a self-employed dairy farmer, a veteran of the US Navy and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Leitchfi eld.Mr. Beeler is fondly remembered for his smile, sense of humor, and his incredible work ethic.He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou, on December 5, 2012. They were united in marriage on November 20, 1954 and raised six children: Warren (DeeDee) Beeler and Charlie (Becky) Beeler both of Caneyville; Cindy (Jim) Cornell of Murray; Ginger (David) Key of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Terri (Denny) Fentress of Leitchfi eld; and Chris (Rhonda) Beeler of Shepherdsville. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one sister, Lucy Dennison of Frederick, Maryland, and two of the most loving caregivers, Brenda Linder and Doris Brown.In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Beeler was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Emily Beeler, in 2002, and two sisters, Genevieve Crawford and Magdalene McClimon.Visitation for Mr. Beeler will be Thursday, November 1, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at the Caneyville Memorial Chapel, 201 E Maple Street in Caneyville. Funeral ser-vices will be at 10:00 am, Friday, November 2 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Leitchfi eld with Fr. Tony Bickett offi ciating. Burial will be in the Layman Cemetery.The family requests that in lieu of fl owers, donations be made to the Emily Beeler Scholarship Fund in care of the Sacramento Deposit Bank in Caneyville.Caneyville Memorial Chapel is honored and privileged to have been entrusted with the care of Mr. Beeler. To offer online condolences, please go to www.caneyvillememorial.com. AARON R. BOYSEN 1964-2018Aaron Robert Boysen, age 53, of rural Columbus Junction, died Friday morning, October 5, 2018, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington. The son of Larry Duane and Mary Edith Erwin Boysen, he was born on November 12, 1964, in Burlington. Aaron married the love of his life, Bambi Dawn Jackson on December 26, 1987 in Wapello. They renewed their 30th Anniversary wedding vows on December 26, 2017 at the Louisa Center Church in Wapello. He was a Wapello High School graduate in 1983, attended Kirkwood Community College, and graduated from Western Illinois University in 1987 with a B.S. Degree in Animal Science. While at Western Illinois University, he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity and on the WIU Livestock Judging Team. Aaron had a very successful career with Kent Nutrition Group for 30 years initially as a District Sales Manager and later in Product Marketing at the corporate offi ce. Aaron had a passion for animal agriculture through raising, showing, and judging livestock. One of his greatest joys came through watching his children grow and thrive in their life experiences. His two grandchildren brought many smiles and blessed memories. Aaron had an infectious speaking ability, enjoyed making and sharing wine with others, and loved the great outdoors. Aaron was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Wapello and in recent time was actively attending the Solid Rock Baptist Church in Wapello. He was part of the Wapello FFA Chapter who started the annual Wapello FFA Rodeo and also obtained his Iowa FFA Degree. In his adult years, he served as a Wamaco 4-H Leader, was a member of the Louisa County Cattlemen’s Association, and served on the Western Illinois University Ag Advisory Committee and on the Louisa County Extension Council. His family includes his wife, Bambi; his four children, Adair Mary Rebecca & Jason Lents of Letts, Bay Dawn & Logan Lanz of Oakville; and Larame Robert Boysen and Tate Aaron Boysen both at home; two grandsons, Remsen William Lents and Boyden Aaron Lents; his mother, Mary Boysen of rural Wapello; two brothers, Duane & Jodi Boysen of rural Morning Sun and Adam & Abby Boysen of Wapello; his nieces and nephews, Kale, Koby, Kabe, Sydney, Ada, Jack, Samuel, and Benjamin; two aunts, Hazel Anderson of Columbus Junction and Martha & Bob Hawk of Wapello; his mother-in-law, Rebecca & Tom Wilson of Letts; and his father-in-law, Bob & Judy Jackson of Burlington. Aaron was preceded in death by his father, Larry in 2016 and his uncle, Harold Boysen. The funeral ceremony for Aaron Boysen was held on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, at the Solid Rock Baptist Church with Pastor Dan Doolin offi ciating. Cremation was fulfi lled after the service and a private family burial took place later at the Oakland Cemetery.A Memorial Fund is available at and through BANK in Wapello. The family is supporting the Wapello FFA, Louisa County Fair, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, the Great River Hospice, and other projects of Aaron’s interest. Showing by Age vs. WeightBeginning in January of 2019 (NSR Winter Type Conference and NJSA Southeast Regional), all breeding animals will be shown by age but will also have an offi cial weight taken prior to exhibition. This weight will be utilized in the show catalogs and provided to judges for supplemental decisions. This change applies to all open boars and gilts and NJSA purebred junior gilts. NJSA purebred junior barrows, crossbred barrows, and crossbred gilts will still be required to submit a declared weight and weigh back during the animals respective class. Hampshire DNA Testing Policy UpdatesAll new Hampshire Sires must be tested utilizing the Breed Profi le test. Animals that pass the required DNA protocol will be shared online on the NSR’s website. Animals that fail will have their pedigrees pulled and will not be allowed to record litters. The breeder, owner, buyer, and/or seller of these animals will be informed of the animal’s percentage. Boars tested prior to July 1, 2018 will be required to be retested by February 1, 2019 on the Breed Profi le Test. If a boar passes the requirements, the percentage and the boar will be listed on the NSR website. If a boar fails, he will not have his pedigree pulled, but will not be able to record litters farrowed on or after June 1, 2019. The breeder, owner, buyer, and/or seller of these animals will be informed of the animal’s percentage. Owners of Hampshire females will have the opportunity to test females through January 1, 2020 without consequences of having the animals pedigree pulled. This research time frame allows breeders and owners to determine where their respective females are in regards to breed composition. If a female is found to be a stress carrier or carrier of Non-Hampshire color, their pedigree will not be pulled, but the female will not be able to record litters moving forward. Junior animals will not be disqualifi ed from NJSA events utilizing the breed composition testing. Junior animals will still have to pass parentage, stress, and for Hampshire animals, Hampshire color. Breeders will be informed if a gilt has a breed composition issue, but no awards or recognition will be repealed based on an animals breed composition. This policy is active through January 1, 2021. Junior animals are not required to be tested to exhibit at a NJSA or NSR event. For up to date information and resources regarding DNA policies for all NSR breeds, please visit, nationalswine.com. Certificate of Veterinary Inspection RequirementsWith the growing concerns and perceptions surrounding infl uenza, the NSR Executive Committee moved to accept a policy that all animals at NSR events are required to be vaccinated with two boosters for infl uenza. This is a change from the previous language which stated “it is highly recommended that all animals be vaccinated against infl uenza.” All health regulation changes and updates can be found on the NSR website. For more information regarding these policy updates, please visit nationalswine.com.DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGE18grandchildren, Jordann (Zach) Ryder, Morgann Mahoney, Kaelynn Underwood, Marlena (Zach) Borzekofski and Dylan Christian; two great grandchildren, Aiden and Audrey Ryder; her brother, John (Penny) Barnts as well as in-laws, nieces, nephews and their families. She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Dean.A “Celebration of Life” will be held at a later date.Memorial contributions may be directed to the Dallas County 4-H Judging Team and the Boone County Fair Swine Department in care of the Iowa 4-H Foundation, Ext. 4-H Youth Building, Ames, IA 50011-1002. Please visit www.IlesCares.com for more information and online condolences.WENDELL F. BEELER 1926-2018Wendell Francis Beeler, 92, of Caneyville, passed away October 29, 2018 at Twin Lakes Regional Medical Center in Leitchfi eld. Mr. Beeler was born May 16, 1926 in Spring Lick, the son of Charles Henderson Beeler and Jessie Kyle Green Beeler. He was a self-employed dairy farmer, a veteran of the US Navy and a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in Leitchfi eld.Mr. Beeler is fondly remembered for his smile, sense of humor, and his incredible work ethic.He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Lou, on December 5, 2012. They were united in marriage on November 20, 1954 and raised six children: Warren (DeeDee) Beeler and Charlie (Becky) Beeler both of Caneyville; Cindy (Jim) Cornell of Murray; Ginger (David) Key of Tuscaloosa, Alabama; Terri (Denny) Fentress of Leitchfi eld; and Chris (Rhonda) Beeler of Shepherdsville. Also surviving are 21 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one sister, Lucy Dennison of Frederick, Maryland, and two of the most loving caregivers, Brenda Linder and Doris Brown.In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Beeler was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Emily Beeler, in 2002, and two sisters, Genevieve Crawford and Magdalene McClimon.Visitation for Mr. Beeler will be Thursday, November 1, from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm, at the Caneyville Memorial Chapel, 201 E Maple Street in Caneyville. Funeral ser-vices will be at 10:00 am, Friday, November 2 at the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Leitchfi eld with Fr. Tony Bickett offi ciating. Burial will be in the Layman Cemetery.The family requests that in lieu of fl owers, donations be made to the Emily Beeler Scholarship Fund in care of the Sacramento Deposit Bank in Caneyville.Caneyville Memorial Chapel is honored and privileged to have been entrusted with the care of Mr. Beeler. To offer online condolences, please go to www.caneyvillememorial.com. AARON R. BOYSEN 1964-2018Aaron Robert Boysen, age 53, of rural Columbus Junction, died Friday morning, October 5, 2018, at the Great River Hospice House in West Burlington. The son of Larry Duane and Mary Edith Erwin Boysen, he was born on November 12, 1964, in Burlington. Aaron married the love of his life, Bambi Dawn Jackson on December 26, 1987 in Wapello. They renewed their 30th Anniversary wedding vows on December 26, 2017 at the Louisa Center Church in Wapello. He was a Wapello High School graduate in 1983, attended Kirkwood Community College, and graduated from Western Illinois University in 1987 with a B.S. Degree in Animal Science. While at Western Illinois University, he was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity and on the WIU Livestock Judging Team. Aaron had a very successful career with Kent Nutrition Group for 30 years initially as a District Sales Manager and later in Product Marketing at the corporate offi ce. Aaron had a passion for animal agriculture through raising, showing, and judging livestock. One of his greatest joys came through watching his children grow and thrive in their life experiences. His two grandchildren brought many smiles and blessed memories. Aaron had an infectious speaking ability, enjoyed making and sharing wine with others, and loved the great outdoors. Aaron was a member of the First Presbyterian Church in Wapello and in recent time was actively attending the Solid Rock Baptist Church in Wapello. He was part of the Wapello FFA Chapter who started the annual Wapello FFA Rodeo and also obtained his Iowa FFA Degree. In his adult years, he served as a Wamaco 4-H Leader, was a member of the Louisa County Cattlemen’s Association, and served on the Western Illinois University Ag Advisory Committee and on the Louisa County Extension Council. His family includes his wife, Bambi; his four children, Adair Mary Rebecca & Jason Lents of Letts, Bay Dawn & Logan Lanz of Oakville; and Larame Robert Boysen and Tate Aaron Boysen both at home; two grandsons, Remsen William Lents and Boyden Aaron Lents; his mother, Mary Boysen of rural Wapello; two brothers, Duane & Jodi Boysen of rural Morning Sun and Adam & Abby Boysen of Wapello; his nieces and nephews, Kale, Koby, Kabe, Sydney, Ada, Jack, Samuel, and Benjamin; two aunts, Hazel Anderson of Columbus Junction and Martha & Bob Hawk of Wapello; his mother-in-law, Rebecca & Tom Wilson of Letts; and his father-in-law, Bob & Judy Jackson of Burlington. Aaron was preceded in death by his father, Larry in 2016 and his uncle, Harold Boysen. The funeral ceremony for Aaron Boysen was held on Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2018, at the Solid Rock Baptist Church with Pastor Dan Doolin offi ciating. Cremation was fulfi lled after the service and a private family burial took place later at the Oakland Cemetery.A Memorial Fund is available at and through BANK in Wapello. The family is supporting the Wapello FFA, Louisa County Fair, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, the Great River Hospice, and other projects of Aaron’s interest. Showing by Age vs. WeightBeginning in January of 2019 (NSR Winter Type Conference and NJSA Southeast Regional), all breeding animals will be shown by age but will also have an offi cial weight taken prior to exhibition. This weight will be utilized in the show catalogs and provided to judges for supplemental decisions. This change applies to all open boars and gilts and NJSA purebred junior gilts. NJSA purebred junior barrows, crossbred barrows, and crossbred gilts will still be required to submit a declared weight and weigh back during the animals respective class. Hampshire DNA Testing Policy UpdatesAll new Hampshire Sires must be tested utilizing the Breed Profi le test. Animals that pass the required DNA protocol will be shared online on the NSR’s website. Animals that fail will have their pedigrees pulled and will not be allowed to record litters. The breeder, owner, buyer, and/or seller of these animals will be informed of the animal’s percentage. Boars tested prior to July 1, 2018 will be required to be retested by February 1, 2019 on the Breed Profi le Test. If a boar passes the requirements, the percentage and the boar will be listed on the NSR website. If a boar fails, he will not have his pedigree pulled, but will not be able to record litters farrowed on or after June 1, 2019. The breeder, owner, buyer, and/or seller of these animals will be informed of the animal’s percentage. Owners of Hampshire females will have the opportunity to test females through January 1, 2020 without consequences of having the animals pedigree pulled. This research time frame allows breeders and owners to determine where their respective females are in regards to breed composition. If a female is found to be a stress carrier or carrier of Non-Hampshire color, their pedigree will not be pulled, but the female will not be able to record litters moving forward. Junior animals will not be disqualifi ed from NJSA events utilizing the breed composition testing. Junior animals will still have to pass parentage, stress, and for Hampshire animals, Hampshire color. Breeders will be informed if a gilt has a breed composition issue, but no awards or recognition will be repealed based on an animals breed composition. This policy is active through January 1, 2021. Junior animals are not required to be tested to exhibit at a NJSA or NSR event. For up to date information and resources regarding DNA policies for all NSR breeds, please visit, nationalswine.com. Certificate of Veterinary Inspection RequirementsWith the growing concerns and perceptions surrounding infl uenza, the NSR Executive Committee moved to accept a policy that all animals at NSR events are required to be vaccinated with two boosters for infl uenza. This is a change from the previous language which stated “it is highly recommended that all animals be vaccinated against infl uenza.” All health regulation changes and updates can be found on the NSR website. For more information regarding these policy updates, please visit nationalswine.com.19DECEMBER 2018 | SEEDSTOCK EDGENext >