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Colorado’s Leaders in Livestock<\/h2>\n

Livestock Leaders<\/h3>\n

Beginning in 1960, the Department initiated an annual award to honor an outstanding individual in the livestock industry. The designation was called the Stockman of the Year, and a portrait of the individual was hung in the Animal Sciences Building. This award was last presented in 1976. In 1986 a similar award was initiated and termed the Livestock Leader Award.<\/p>\n

We present the Annual Livestock Leaders award during the historical National Western Stock Show<\/a> in Denver, Colorado.<\/p>\n

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Award Recipients<\/h2>\n

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Steve Wooten<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Mary Kraft<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Lee Leachman<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Marlin Eisenauch<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Leann Saunders<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Trey Patterson<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Craig Huffhines<\/strong><\/p>\n

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George Seidel<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Award Recipients Since 1960<\/h2>\n

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Craig Huffhines\u00a0\u2013 2020 Recipient<\/h4>\n

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George Seidel\u00a0\u2013 2019 Recipient<\/h4>\n

During the College of Agricultural Sciences\u2019 Ag Week, the Department of Animal Sciences awarded its annual Livestock Leader recognition to\u00a0George Seidel<\/a>, a University Distinguished Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science… Read Full Source Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Bill Webster\u00a0\u2013 2018 Recipient<\/h4>\n

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Bill Hammerich\u00a0\u2013 2017 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For the past 15 years, Bill Hammerich, CEO of the Colorado Livestock Association, has been an advocate for livestock producers across the state of Colorado, producers who have long relied on Colorado University research and outreach. As just one more example\u2026 Read Full Source Story.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Vaughn Cook\u00a0\u2013 2016 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Vaughn and Jill Cook are co-owners and founders of Royal Vista Equine, Inc. \u2013 CO a commercial embryo transfer and equine reproductive center. Royal Vista Equine has expanded across several states with the majority of all employees being CSU graduates\u2026 Read Full Source Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Steve Gabel\u00a0\u2013 2015 Recipient<\/h4>\n

The Department of Animal Sciences is extremely proud to honor Steve Gabel as our newest Livestock Leader, recognizing his longstanding service and commitment to Colorado State University and the cattle industry in Colorado\u2026 Read Full Source Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Harold Harper\u00a0\u2013 2014 Recipient<\/h4>\n

A present day father and son partnership that was formed by two unique visions and is thriving and persevering because of the skills each man brings to the business. Harper Feedlot primarily focuses on feeder lambs, approximately 180,000 annually\u2026 Read Full Source Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Dick Monfort\u00a0\u2013 2012 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Dick Monfort, scion of one of the West\u2019s most prominent cattle families, will be honored by Colorado State University\u2019s Department of Animal Sciences as 2012 Livestock Leader for his role as a champion of the nationwide beef industry and for high-impact philanthropy that benefits agriculture. Monfort is owner\/chairman and chief executive officer of\u2026 Read Full Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Cleon Kimberling\u00a0\u2013 2011 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His business card says Cleon Kimberling specializes in sheep health and bicycling. An unlikely combination. But it\u2019s a perfect description of Kimberling: The 81-year-old veterinarian, who lives east of Fort Collins, is known throughout the West for tackling sheep illness and disease, and he\u2019s dedicated to riding his recumbent-style bicycle for his own health… Read Full Story.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

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Randy Blach\u00a0\u2013 2010 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Blach is CEO of CattleFAX, an organization focused on helping member cattle producers make more profitable marketing and management decisions. Blach came to CattleFAX in 1981 and served as director of market analysis for 15 years before accepting his current role in 2001. He has been a keynote speaker at hundreds of cattle and beef industry… Read Full Story.<\/a><\/p>\n

Dallas Horton\u00a0\u2013 2009 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Horton was born in Sheridan, Wyo., and raised on a sheep and cattle ranch in eastern Montana. After graduating from high school in Broadus, Mont., he served in the U.S. Army. Upon return from the service, Horton attended Montana State University majoring in pre-vet. Horton later graduated with his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.<\/p>\n

Polly Johnson\u00a0\u2013 2008 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Born in 1933, Polly is the daughter of Blanche and Don Collins. She grew up at Collins Ranch near Kit Carson, Colorado riding horseback, checking pastures, and working cattle. Polly graduated from Kit Carson High School in 1952, and continued\u2026 Read Full Story.\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n

Thomas Bradbury\u00a0\u2013 2007 Recipient<\/h4>\n

During the Animal Sciences Social at the National Western Stock Show in January, Mr. Thomas H. Bradbury was honored by the Department as the 2007 Livestock Leader of the Year. His portrait joins the others in the front entrance of the Animal Sciences building on the CSU campus.<\/p>\n

Robert D. Josserand\u00a0\u2013 2006 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Robert D Josserand was born in Pratt, Kansas on June 24, 1931. He graduated from Colorado State University in 1953 with a Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Animal Science. He served as President of Pro Cattle Company from September, 1973 to December, 1979, when the company was acquired by AZL Cattle Group consisting at various times of as many as five cattle feed lots in Texas, Nebraska and Arizona, with combined one-time capacity of approximately 200,000 head.<\/p>\n

Merlyn Carlson\u00a0\u2013 2005 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Ag Secretary Mike Johanns announced May 16 the appointment of Merlyn Carlson as the deputy under secretary for USDA Natural Resources and Environment. Carlson will begin his new duties on June 13, 2005. Merlyn Carlson was appointed director of agriculture for Nebraska in<\/p>\n

Bob Shideler\u00a0\u2013 2004 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Bob is a native Coloradoan. He enrolled at Colorado A&M in the Fall of 1941. World War II interrupted his schooling and her served 2 years int he Navy, serving in the South Pacific Theater, which included Okinawa, Iowa, Jima and the Philippines operations. He returned to Colorado A&M and graduated in 1948 with a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine.<\/p>\n

Jack Maddux\u00a0\u2013 2003 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Jack Maddux is a third generation cattleman from Wauneta, Nebraska, is manager of the family ranch operation that his family established over a hundred years ago. Maddux graduated from CSU in 1953 and served a tour of duty as an Air Force Pilot.<\/p>\n

Chuck Sylvester\u00a0\u2013 2002 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Charles Walter Sylvester Jr. was born in Greeley, Colorado in 1937. He is the fourth generation Sylvester raised on the family farm, located right along the South Platte River in LaSalle. He served as General Manager of the National Western Stock Show for 25 years.<\/p>\n

Don Ament\u00a0\u2013 2001 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Don Ament is a farmer and rancher in Northeast Colorado. After 12 years in the Colorado General Assembly, Don was appointed as Commissioner of Agriculture in 1999. Nationally, Ament chaired the American Legislative Exchange Council\u2019s Task Force on Agriculture, and is considered an expert\u00a0 in areas of water and property rights.<\/p>\n

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John Matsushima\u00a0\u2013 2000 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Dr. John Matsushima, a Colorado native and Professor Emeritus in the Department of Animal Sciences at Colorado State University, has dedicated his life to serving Colorado\u2019s livestock industry. During his distinguished academic career, he taught animal nutrition courses to more than 10,000 Animal Sciences students.<\/p>\n

Topper Thorpe\u00a0\u2013 1999 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Topper Thorpe served as executive vice president of Cattle Fax to provide the beef industry with timely market information. His creative ability and personal attention has provided valuable management information to a national audience. Topper has three children who are all graduates of Colorado State University.<\/p>\n

Jay Hickert\u00a0\u2013 1998 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Jay Hickert is a cattle feeder, rancher and farmer who, with his sons has expanded their operation to include feedlots in Nebraska. Jay has been involved in commercial banking and oil production, and has served in a leadership position with both bands and livestock organizations.<\/p>\n

Jeanne & Miles Davies\u00a0\u2013 1997 Recipients<\/h4>\n

Jeanne and Miles Davies, leaders in Colorado\u2019s agricultural industry, represent the proud Western tradition of family, livestock and community service. Both continue to give much of themselves to local, state and national organizations and to Colorado State University.<\/p>\n

Nick Petry \u2013\u00a01996 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Stockman, businessman, community leader- all of these terms accurately describe Nick Petry. Under Nick\u2019s leadership, the national Western Stock Show is recognized as the premiere livestock event of its kind. Nick is a lifelong supporter of the livestock industry in the West.<\/p>\n

Perry Blach\u00a0\u2013 1995 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Perry Blach is a family man, cattleman, and supporter of Colorado State University. Following graduation from Colorado State, he returned to his Yuma ranch to raise Hereford cattle and a family of nine children, all of whom attended Colorado State.<\/p>\n

Ed & Marilyn Hansen\u00a0\u2013 1994 Recipients<\/h4>\n

Ed and Marilyn Hansen represent the proud Western tradition of family, livestock and caring for one\u2019s fellow and community. They have given time and support to the beef cattle industry and to Colorado State University.<\/p>\n

Don & Donna Norgren\u00a0\u2013 1993 Recipients<\/h4>\n

Don and Donna Norgen have a long and distinguished history of support for the Colorado livestock industry. They have been active in the Hereford business at the state and national levels and their service to the National Western is extraordinary.<\/p>\n

Sally Forbes\u00a0\u2013 1992 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Her role in the creation and development of the Red Angus breed of cattle. Her outspoken advocacy of performance breeding. Her contributions to the education of cattle producers in the principles of performance breeding and functionality in cattle.<\/p>\n

Robert C. Norris\u00a0\u2013 1991 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His role as cowman, horseman, rancher, and entrepreneur. His contribution to Colorado State University with special emphasis on his role in the building of the new Equine Teaching and Research Center. His leadership in various livestock organizations and civic groups, as well as his keen business sense as a chairmen of Texaco Shareholders Equity.<\/p>\n

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Ben Houston\u00a0\u2013 1990 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His long association with the beef cattle industry and in particular his role in breeding Angus and Brangus cattle. His leadership roles as President of the National Western Stock Show, President of Colorado Cattle Feeders, member of National Beef Promotion Board and member of the board of Colorado State University Foundation.<\/p>\n

James P. \u201cTom\u201d Camerlo, Jr.\u00a0\u2013 1989 Recipient<\/h4>\n

A highly successful Colorado Dairy Farmer and Businessman. A successful leader in State, Regional and National Dairy Marketing Cooperatives. Currently [in 1990] serving as President of Western Dairy farmer\u2019s Cooperative, Inc. and the National Milk Producers Federation.<\/p>\n

Ben Kettle\u00a0\u2013 1988 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His commitment to the beef cattle industry in Colorado and the United States. His success as a breeder of commercial and registered Hereford cattle. His role in the founding of and continual support of the Colorado Beef Improvement Program.<\/p>\n

Kenneth W. Monfort\u00a0\u2013 1987 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His world renowned leadership in Animal Agriculture \u2013 Including cattle feeding, packing and processing industry, meat merchandising and meat distribution. He influenced the pioneering movement of beef packing plants from urban consumer areas to the sources of cattle and was among the first to begin large-scale beef fabrication.<\/p>\n

Howard \u201cStony\u201d Stonaker\u00a0\u2013 1986 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His outstanding contributions to animal agriculture through the development of inbred lines, and subsequent crossing of lines of beef cattle. His pioneering efforts in the field of performance testing of beef cattle and the introduction of ultrasonics to animal improvement.<\/p>\n

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George D. Young\u00a0\u2013 1976 Recipient<\/h4>\n

In recognition of his contributions to the livestock industry and improvements through breeding cattle. His well known success as a livestock breeder throughout Elbert County and the surrounding area. His operation being the oldest in Colorado under continuous family ownership.<\/p>\n

Field Bohart\u00a0\u2013 1973 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Public and private service to Colorado agriculture and the beef cattle industry in particular, service which has not only improved the quality of livestock produced in the state but has also improved the living conditions for numerous families and individuals engaged in agricultural production.<\/p>\n

David C. Rice, Jr.\u00a0\u2013 1972 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His professional and personal contributions, not only to the cattle industry but to agriculture as a whole, through the development of strong organizations, which provide effective support for the agricultural industry in the State of Colorado.<\/p>\n

William D. Farr\u00a0\u2013 1971 Recipient<\/h4>\n

His outstanding contributions to the livestock industry through his participation in national, state and local organizations. His personal accomplishments in farming, ranching and cattle feeding during the past 42 years in the Greeley, Colorado area.<\/p>\n

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Nate Patton\u00a0\u2013 1970 Recipient<\/h4>\n

In recognition of his interest and support of sound cattle improvement methods and range management practices as exemplified in his own operation. His contributions through civic participation and leadership in livestock and grazing associations on national, state, and local levels.<\/p>\n

Paul W. Swisher\u00a0\u2013 1969 Recipient<\/h4>\n

In recognition of his outstanding record of service and devotion to the livestock industry of the state. His efforts in organizing and establishing the Colorado Department of Agriculture and seventeen years of meritorious leadership as Commissioner of that Department.<\/p>\n

Warrem Monfort\u00a0\u2013 1968 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For foresight and courage in pioneering in a large commercial cattle feeding operation. For confidence in the livestock industry as evidenced by his investment in a large modern cattle and lamb slaughtering and fabricating plant. For devoted service to Colorado State University particularly in land acquisition and campus development.<\/p>\n

Farrington R. Carpenter\u00a0\u2013 1967 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For extraordinary work toward beef improvement, better ranching and a stronger livestock industry. For cooperation in and numerous contributions to agricultural research in Colorado. For public service to his neighbors, community, and government.<\/p>\n

Donald M. Hamil\u00a0\u2013 1966 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For outstanding contribution and achievement in agriculture, livestock feeding and marketing. For unselfish effort in the livestock industry on behalf of others and the State of Colorado. For pioneering improvements in the rural areas of his community.<\/p>\n

Leonard Horn\u00a0\u2013 1965 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For his nationally recognized efforts toward improving the productivity and efficient use of both public and private lands. For his extensive leadership in livestock and agricultural organizations at national, state and county labels.<\/p>\n

James Henry\u00a0\u2013 1964 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For outstanding contributions to the livestock industry and to agriculture through many county, regional and state organizations and institutions. For his personal success in developing a model irrigated farming and livestock operation which produces prize winning dairy cattle and swine, market-topping beef cattle, and record crop yields.<\/p>\n

H.G. Berthleson\u00a0\u2013 1963 Recipient<\/h4>\n

For his unselfish contributions to the livestock industry of Colorado and the nation through local, state and national organizations. For his personal accomplishments in agriculture from a modest beginning on his father\u2019s homestead in Wyoming to large successful Western Colorado ranch producing quality commercial cattle.<\/p>\n

L.A. Biddle\u00a0\u2013 1962 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Since establishing his purebred Brown Swiss herd in 1938, he has provided the leadership, enthusiasm, and incentive for many persons to get started in the dairy business, without thought of profit to himself and frequently at considerable sacrifice.<\/p>\n

John C. Holtorf\u00a0\u2013 1961 Recipient<\/h4>\n

Mr. Holtorf was graduated from Sterling High School in 1925 and attended Colorado State University from 1925 to 1929, where he majored in animal husbandry. He began ranching on the Buffalo Springs Ranch in 1930. Since buying that ranch in 1942, he has expanded the operation until it now [in 1961] comprises 7,000 acres.<\/p>\n

Robert B. Broad\u00a0\u2013 1960 Recipient<\/h4>\n

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