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The Event – Suffolk Weekend 2023

Suffolk Event Junior Show Results

Suffolk Sale Order     Sale Report

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SCHEDULE

Friday, June 9
11:30am            Event registration at Crowne Plaza

1-4:30 pm        Educational sessions at Crowne Plaza    
1:00-2:00pm
Digital Suffolk 101 – Amanda Everts
Producer Panel: Lessons Learned for a Successful Operation – Bret Henderson, Bob Kimm, Evan Snyder, Jim Van Dyke. Moderator: Jeremy Geske
Farm to Table Direct Marketing of Lamb: Diane Russell, John Peck, Gwen Kitzan
Youth: Where’s the Meat? – Ann Kolthoff

2:15-3:15pm
Digital Suffolk 101 – Amanda Everts 
Producer Panel:Lessons Learned for a Successful Operation – Bret Henderson, Bob Kimm, Evan Snyder, Jim Van Dyke. Moderator: Jeremy Geske
New USDA Livestock Drug Regulations/Off-label Drug Use – Dr. John King
Youth: Shepardy- UJSSA Directors

3:30-4:30pm
Digital Suffolk: Advanced Options – Amanda Everts
Preventing Loss from Abortion Diseases- Dr. John King
Data 101: How to Improve Your Bottom Line – Ann Kolthoff
Youth: Creepy Crawlers  – Dr. Scott Greiner

*Small group sessions will be offered for “Using Ultrasound for Carcass Evaluation” on Friday and Saturday – signup will be arranged through the USSA

6 pm                Welcome dinner at fairgrounds followed by sale sheep preview.
                         – Meal included with event registration
                         – Youth corn hole tournament and ice cream sundae bar

Saturday, June 10
8:30 -10:30 am Breed Standard Discussion with Dr. Scott Greiner at the Fairgrounds (Goat Barn)

                            – Youth Track : Skill-a-thon  • Carcass Scanning • Lamb Cooking/Tasting (Gwen Kitzan)

Lunch on your own

Noon                Suffolk sale

Junior Show check-in is scheduled on Saturday, June 10 beginning 30 minutes following the conclusion of the Suffolk Sale until 4pm.

6 pm                Social Hour, Banquet Dinner Crowne Plaza
                       – Dinner Reservations required
                       – Lamb & chicken buffet for adults, pizza buffet and game room for kids.
                       – Foundation Program & Hall of Fame recognition to follow
                       – Suffolk Socializing & Entertainment

Sunday, June 11
8 am                Junior Show at fairgrounds*
*Pre-entry suggested. Junior Show check-in is scheduled on Saturday, June 10 beginning 30 minutes following the conclusion of the Suffolk Sale until 4pm. 


Educational Program

The Suffolk Event Educational Program

 

ONLINE BIDDING @ BREEDERSWORLD.COM!

Sale Catalog – Click to View – Suffolks start on page 13!

Registration/Entry Forms

Registration Form Word   PDF 
Registration Deadline:  Extended to May 25!

Sale Entry Form Word PDF
Sale Information Letter
Sale Entry Deadline: May 1 (must be faxed or emailed)

Junior Show Entry Form Word PDF
Junior Show Rules
Junior Show Deadline: May 27 (suggested but not required)

Click Here to Review Frequently Asked Questions
Click Here to Complete Interest Survey

 

Lodging Options

Holiday Inn Express (adjacent to meeting and banquet hotel)
217-529-7771
booking link: United Suffolk Sheep Association – Holiday Inn Express

Crowne Plaza (meeting and banquet site)
217-529-7777

Comfort Inn 
217-615-4445 – “Suffolk Sheep Block 2023” $115/night +tax
booking link: https://www.choicehotels.com/reservations/groups/xb66b2

Best Western
217-525-7420 – “Suffolk Sheep” for 10% off

Ramada Inn
217-523-4000 – “Suffolk Sheep” $101/night +tax

Camping
Illinois State Fairgrounds: 217-782-6661

 

The Suffolk Event Sponsors


Diamond Sponsors ($2500+)

Gold Sponsors ($1000-$2499)

Silver Sponsors ($500-$999)

ILLINOIS SUFFOLK SHEEP ASSOCIATION


Bronze Sponsors ($250-$499)

JMG SUFFOLKS, MN


Suffolk Event Sponsorship Levels Revised 4.28.23

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2019 National Suffolk Sale Info

CLICK HERE TO VIEW SALE RESULTS

Mark your calendars for the National Suffolk Sale in conjunction with the Midwest Stud Ram Sale. Here’s a few activities & events you may want to attend:

Wednesday, June 26 
Suffolk Breeding Sheep Show – Swine Barn, South Ring (following Hampshires)

Thursday, June 27
Informational Meeting for USSA members – 8am, Dr. Taylor Woods Reception Hall
Suffolk Wether Sire & Dam Show – Swine Barn (following club lambs & Hampshires)
Root Beer Float Suffolk Member Meet & Greet – 7-10pm Suffolk Pens – hosted by Suffolk Enthusiasts

Friday, June 28                  
Donuts & Drinks (Swine Barn) – prior to Suffolk Sale
National Suffolk Sale (Breeding Sheep) – Swine Barn (following Hampshires)

Saturday, June 29
National Suffolk Sale (Wether Sires & Dams) – Swine Barn (following Club Lambs & Hampshires)

To view the full Midwest Stud Ram Sale schedule: www.midwestsale.com

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Livestock Guardian Dog Puppies For Sale

Livestock Guardian Dog Puppies for sale.  Whelped 1/24/24; (litter of 8, we are keeping 2)  2 males and 4 females available. Sire is Akbash and Dam is Maremma.  They will have DHLPP x 3 vaccinations, Rabies Vaccination, Dewormed x 3, Started on Heartworm prevention, raised with sheep and goats, trained to electric fence and automatic dog feeding station and feeder, exposed to leash walking, hauled in livestock trailer.  They will be released to new homes at 4 to 5 months of age.  
For further information contact:
 Michael Walsh/Roger Norgel 
 -1146862414_20221007_112418_2643284_resized 4.jpg Norwal Farm, LLC
 Mequon, Wisconsin 53092
 Cell: 219-765-9375, email [email protected]

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Yearling Ewes For Sale

5 registered Suffolk yearling ewes for sale.  Sire is Bar-zel.  Dam are ruby mountain and subra.  These girls are a production style ewe.  Ready to breed for fall lambs.  They are on a vita ferm mineral program.  $400 each would like to sell as a group.  

Steve and Jennifer Wieczorek 
Tripp, South Dakota 
3209802879
3203720116
[email protected]
 
 
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USSA Position Opportunities

It’s a new year, and 2024 is dawning with new opportunities in your United Suffolk Sheep Association.

A newly created Intern position offers hands-on opportunities for an individual looking for practical office and event experiences. This position is project-based. A full position description and application are available at www.suffolks.org. The application deadline for the USSA Intern is March 1.

The position of Junior Coordinator of the United Junior Suffolk Sheep Association has also been refreshed. The application process will open biennially, and the job description has been updated to reflect new responsibilities and compensation. The position description and application are available at www.suffolks.org. The application deadline for the Junior Coordinator is March 1.

Please encourage qualified individuals to contact the USSA office for more information.

USSA Intern Job Description/Application
USSA Junior Coordinator Job Description

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The Suffolk Event 2024

Make Plans Now to Join us this June!
Check back often for more details! 

  • Educational Seminars
  • Youth Educational Seminars
  • Attendees Determine Sale Order
  • National Suffolk Sale
  • Suffolk Hall of Fame Banquet
  • Junior Suffolk Show
  • Suffolk Networking

The Suffolk Event Quick Glance Schedule

See “Complete Suffolk Event Information” below for a detailed weekend schedule.
Registration includes 3 meals and 2 snacks.

Friday, June 7
10 am ———Event registration opens – Lincoln Land Community College
11 am ———Adult and Youth Educational Session – Lincoln Land Community College
Noon ———-Lunch (provided)
1 pm ———–Adult and Youth Educational Sessions – Lincoln Land Community College    
6 pm ———–Welcome Dinner – Commodities Pavilion, Illinois State Fairgrounds
7 pm ———- Desserts & Decisions! Sale Sheep Preview Attendees select National Suffolk Sale Order!     

Saturday, June 8
8:30am ——– Adult and Youth Educational Sessions – Illinois State Fairgrounds
Lunch on your own
Noon* ———- National Suffolk Sale (*estimated start time)
? – 4pm ———Junior Show Check-in 30 minutes following the conclusion of the Suffolk Sale until 4pm.
6 pm ————-Social Hour, Banquet Dinner & Suffolk Hall of Fame Recognition – Crowne Plaza

Sunday, June 9

8 am ———— “Walk the Red Carpet” Junior Suffolk Show – Illinois State Fairgrounds

 

Educational Sessions

See “Complete Suffolk Event Information” below for session details.

Adult Sessions

  • Success for Artificial and Out-of-Season Breeding
  • Using Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) for Flock Improvement
  • Development and Management Pastures for Sheep Production
  • A Dive Into the US Sheep Market: Strategic Marketing to Maximize Profit
  • A Sick Sheep is not a Dead Sheep: Practical Treatment Options
  • Cache Valley Virus Prevention and Management
  • Creating Value-Added Products
  • American Lamb Roadshow
  • Getting Started in Suffolks: Lessons Learned
  • Passing on Your Farm/Flock
  • Reproductive Technologies
  • Not Your Boring Nutrition Lecture
  • Suffolk: The Terminal Sire
  • Connect with the Experts

Youth Sessions

  • Friends and Flocks Mixer
  • Reproduction Under the Microscope
  • Hands-on Shepherd Survival Skills
  • What’s in Your Feed Bucket?
  • Sheep Judging & Evaluation
  • Junior Chef Lamb Burger Cook-Off
  • Junior Skill-A-Thon

Complete Suffolk Event Information  

Click on each link below for more information!

Suffolk Event Schedule
Educational Program Descriptions
Suffolk Event Registration Form / Suffolk Hall of Fame Reservation
Junior Show Rules
Junior Show Entry Form
National Suffolk Sale Info
National Suffolk Sale Entry Form

Dates To Know

April 24 – “Early Bird” National Sale Entry (cataloged in all breeds catalog)
May 1 – National Suffolk Sale Entry
May 15 – Event Registration
May 15 – Junior Show Entry

Hotel Room Blocks

There are several events happening in Springfield the weekend of the Suffolk Event. Make reservations early!

Holiday Inn Express
3000 South Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 529-7771
Rate: $124/night + tax
Block: Suffolk Sheep
Room block ends May 25, 2024
Booking Link:  Suffolk Sheep Room Block

Crowne Plaza (Hall of Fame Banquet Venue)
3000 South Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL 62703
(217) 585-2830
Rate: $142/night + tax
Block: United Suffolk Sheep Association

Ramada Inn 
3281 Northfield Drive, Springfield, IL 62702
(217) 523-4000
Rate: $105/night + tax
Block: Suffolk Sheep Sale
Room block ends May 16, 2024

Thank you for your support!

Diamond Sponsors ($2500 & up)

Platinum Sponsors ($1000 – $2499)

 

Gold Sponsors ($500 – $999)
   

LLoyd & Sheila McCabe

Silver Sponsors ($250 – $499)
Illinois Suffolk Sheep Association
JMG Suffolks
William Fulton Family
Peth Family Farm
Slack Suffolks & Club Lambs

Bronze Sponsors ($100 – $249)
Michael & Debra Jensen, Moonshadow Farm
Russell Sheep Company
Dennis & Mary Ann Sorensen

*Donor sponsorship received through the United Suffolk Sheep Foundation

 

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UJSSA Virtual Skillathon

 

Virtual Skill-A-Thon
Contest Open: October 1 – January 31
Rules:

  1. Must be a UJSSA Member.
  2. Four age divisions: Age 7 and under, Ages 8-12, Ages 13-16 and Ages 17-21
  3. Contest forms will be posted on the UJSSA Website under “youth” on October 1
  4. Submit the completed contest form; name, address, state, email, phone number, and age as of January 1, 2023 to [email protected]
  5. There will be two different contest forms and PowerPoint slide files, be sure you use the correct documents for your age divisions – Division 1) Age 7 and under and Ages 8-12 and Division 2) Ages 13-16 and Ages 17-21
  6. Prizes awarded to the top 2 in each age group.
  7. Submission deadline is January 31, 2024.

 

Senior Division
Senior Skillathon 
Senior Answer Sheet

Junior Division
Junior Skillathon
Junior Answer Sheet

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2024 Suffolk Source

Ad Commitment Deadline: February 15
Ad Content & Payment Due: March 1

Electronic Ad Submission Form

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December & January Exposed Ewe Lambs For Sale

This group of Dec. and Jan. ewe lambs have been exposed to a ram for 3 months. They just came off pasture and are ready for a trip to a new home. All the NSIP numbers and scan data are available on our website www.mintgoldranch.com on the ewes for sale page. They all are registered and RR/NN. Their dams have been solid producers for me. Price is $550 ea. or $2000 for the group.

A video is on the Mint Gold Ranch Facebook page as well.

Dale & Judy Dobberpuhl
920-864-7732
[email protected]

 
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Fall Rambler

The Fall issue of The Rambler is posted!

The Rambler – Fall 2023

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2023 USSA Annual Meeting

The 2023 United Suffolk Sheep Association Annual Meeting will be virtual via Zoom. The board decided to move forward with a virtual annual meeting again this year as they received positive feedback from the membership after last year’s meeting, support through the Needs Assessment and feels it’s the best way to allow all members of the association to participate.

We encourage all members to join us on Monday, November 27th at 7:30pm central via Zoom. Please note you do not need a computer to join, you can call in!! Be sure to save this connection to join – this will also be posted on the USSA website – www.suffolks.org.

Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82242299208?pwd=M1F6bENaNlRlOTRyYnkyU0FiQkpwUT09

Call-In Number: +1 301 715 8592

Meeting ID: 822 4229 9208

Passcode: 257186

 

2022/2023 Annual Meeting Presentation & Fiscal Year Reports
2023 Annual Meeting Presentation
22-23 FY Financial Summary
2022/2023 Registrations by State
2022/2023 Top Registers
USSA Committee application (submission deadline 12/15)

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Sheep Genetics 101 Webinar

Click Here to Register for Webinar!

 

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