Sale Results
Kline Simmental Ranch’s
14th Annual Production Sale
February 1, 2026 • Hurdsfield, ND
Auctioneer: Mike Ostrem, ND
Sale Representative: Dustin Carter, Cattle Business Weekly
Sale Consultant: Ian Hall and Rafter H Ag Enterprises, LLC
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Genesis N69,” s. by LBRS Genesis G69, sold to Zachary Teter, Eureka, KS; and Quandt Cattle Co., Oakes.
$10,500 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Genesis N86,” s. by LBRS Genesis G69, sold to Kyler Graber, Fredonia.
$10,000 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Engage N30,” s. by Crossroad Engage 125K, sold to Emory Ranch, Frederick, SD.
$9,750 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Alpha N77,” s. by M4 Alpha 267K, sold to Ronnie Aberle, Lamoure.
$9,500 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Engage N83,” s. by Crossroad Engage 125K, sold to Jesse Nelson, Goodridge, MN.
$9,500 – PB SM Bull, “KLSR Engage N90,” s. by Crossroad Engage 125K, sold to Travis Burgard, Rugby.
$6,750 – PB SM Open Heifer, “KLSR Miss Alpha N52,” s. by M4 Alpha 267K, sold to Reimche Land and Cattle, Martin.
$5,000 – PB SM Open Heifer, “KLSR Miss Engage N33,” s. by Crossroad Engage 125K, sold to Reimche Land and Cattle, Martin.
Bell Simmentals’ 10th Annual Production Sale
February 2, 2026 • Fordville, ND
Auctioneer: Joe Goggins, MT
Sale Representatives: Scott Ressler, ND Stockmen’s Association; Kelly Kleins, Tri-State Livestock News; and Dennis Ginkens, Western Ag Reporter
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$17,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “Bell Black Tracker N231,” s. by Crossroad Black Tracker 164G, sold to Todd McCabe, Red Stone, MT.
$15,500 – 1/2 SM Bull, “Bell Tacoma N312,” s. by Tacoma 29L, sold to Tracy Burgard, Ipswich, SD.
$15,000 – PB SM Bull, “Bell State of War M538,” s. by Hart State of War 056C, sold to Thorsgard Cattle Co., Northwood.
$13,500 – 1/2 SM Bull, “Bell Payweight N211,” s. by Basin Payweight 1682, sold to Mike Biberdolf, Rollette.
$13,500 – 1/2 SM Bull, “Bell Tacoma N255,” s. by Nug Tacoma 29L, sold to Rick Sorenson, Williston.
$11,500 – 1/2 SM Bull, “Bell Payweight N220,” s. by Basin Payweight 1682, sold to Shannon Gartner, Interior, SD.
$11,000 – PB SM Bull, “Bell Lexus N355,” s. by Silver Lake Lexus 128L, sold to Rick Baldwin, Richie, MT.
$11,000 – PB SM Bull, “Bell Tacoma N332,” s. by Nug Tacoma 29L, sold to Thorsgard Cattle Co., Northwood.
Gateway Simmental and Lucky Cross 44th annual "Breeding Value" Bull Sale
Auctioneer: Ty Thompson, MT
Sale Manager: Allied Genetic Resources (AGR), IL
Marketing Representatives: AGR; Dan Deichmann, Deichmann Livestock; John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Devin Murnin, Western Livestock Journal; and Berry Ellis, The Prairie Star
Representing ASA: Andy Roberts
High-Selling Bulls:
$22,000 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN, “GW 554N,” s. by GW Medicine Man 200K, sold to Gondeiro Ranch, Belt.
$21,500 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN, “GW 504N,” s. by JC Talon 403G, sold to Wacy Ortmann, Wolf Point.
$20,000 – 3/4 SM 5/32 AR 3/32 AN, “GW 010N,” s. by IR/JLN Boomer J425, sold to Schaff Farms Inc., Lavina.
$20,000 – PB SM, “GW 873N,” s. by KBHR Climax L054, sold to Olsen Ranch, Lewistown.
$19,000 – 5/8 SM 1/4 AR 1/8 AN, “GW 124N,” s. by GW Deadwood, sold to Olsen Ranch, Lewistown.
Begger’s Diamond V Ranch’s
Annual Bull Sale
Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs, MT
Sale Representatives and Ringmen: Jeff Thomas, The Prairie Star; John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Jaramie McLean, Tri-State Livestock News; and Paul Hanebutt, Lee Agri-Media. Representing ASA: Andy Roberts
High-Selling Lots:
$20,000 – PB SM, “BDV 120N,” s. by BDV Align 76J, sold to John Clemons, Fair Play, MO.
$20,000 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN, “BDV 107N,” s. by WR2C Value J105, sold to Dan Miller, Raleigh, ND.
$19,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “BDV 163N,” s. by WR2C Value J105, sold to Brock Fauth, Glasgow.
$18,000 – PB SM, “BDV 189M,” s. by BDV Align 76J, sold to Kenner Simmental Ranch, Leeds, ND.
$17,500 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “BDV 139N,” s. by S A V Scale Crusher 2543, sold to Riley King, Hankinson, ND.
Comments: Also selling were 17 fall Angus bulls at an average of $9,794.
Genetic Edge Production Sale
February 5, 2026 • Mandan, ND
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, CO
Sale Manager: Allied Genetic Resources (AGR), IL
Sale Representatives: Marty Ropp (AGR); Corey Wilkins (AGR); Jared Murnin (AGR); John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Scott Ressler, ND Stockmen’s Association; Jeff Thomas, Farm and Ranch Guide; and Very Frey, Special Assignment.
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$27,000 – PB SM Bull, “Kinn 079N,” s. by CLRS Lincoln 0107L, sold to Hanson Simmentals, Ryder.
$17,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “SRF 534N,” s. by LRS Dutton 611K, sold to Rick Gross, Selfridge.
$14,000 – PB SM Bull, “Kinn 827N,” s. by CLRS Lincoln 0107L, sold to Jason Reiser, Turtle Lake.
$13,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “TT323N,” s. by JC Mr Pontiac D114K, sold to Jason Topp, Grace City.
$13,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “TT271,” s. by LBRS Dakota Pride J68, sold to Lassle Ranch Simmentals, Glendive, MT.
$7,500 – 3/4 SM Open Heifer, “SRF Miss 508N,” s. by TERS Kodiak 206K, sold to Kalberer Simmental, New Salem.
$5,750 – PB Bred Heifer, “SRF Miss 401M,” s. by KBHR Global J138, sold to Bridger Martin, Turtle Lake.
$5,500 – 3/4 SM Bred Heifer, “SRF Miss 476M,” s. by GW Major Move 590E, sold to Lance Ostdahl, Palmero.
$5,500 – 3/4 SM Bred Heifer, SRF Miss 413M,” s. by CLRS Homeland 327H, sold to Lance Ostdahl, Palmero.
Stavick Simmental’s 26th Annual “King of the Range” Bull Sale
Feb 5, 2026 • Veblen, SD
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, Vermillion, SD
Marketing Representatives: Kadon Leddy, Cattle Business Weekly; Jim Scheel, Special Assignment; Chris Effling, Special Assignment; and Justin Dikoff, DVAuction. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$21,500 – PB SM, “STAV Outlaw 38N,” s. by STAV American Outlaw 34L, sold to Levi Peter, Britton.
$20,000 – PB SM, “STAV Latigo 42N,” s. by TERS Latigo 312L, sold to Dirk Sys, Sawyer ,ND.
$19,000 – PB SM, “STAV Outlaw 14N,” s. by STAV American Outlaw 34L, sold to Ashton Hokena, Oakes, ND.
$18,000 – PB SM, “STAV Killian 23N,” s. by CDR Mr Killian K70, sold to Dean Heitkamp, Wyndmere, ND.
$18,000 – PB SM, “STAV Prodigy 102N,” s. by WLB Prodigy 493H, sold to Paul Friske, Castlewood.
$18,000 – PB SM, “STAV Buddha 99N,” s. by CLRS Buddha 406J, sold to Paul Friske, Castlewood.
Comments: A rare set of quadruplet bull calves delivered and raised by Stavick’s sold choice to Holly and Billy Johnson, Hosmer, SD; for $14,500 each.
Kunkel Simmental Ranch’s Annual Production Sale
February 6, 2026 • New Salem, ND
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, CO
Sale Representatives: Scott Ressler, ND Stockmen’s Association; Tony Heins, Western Ag Reporter; and Justin Dikoff, DVAuction. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “DKSR Mr Ragnar N246,” s. by EKR Ragnar 104K, sold to Brentt and Todd Eslinger, Elgin.
$20,000 – PB Sm Bull, “DKSR Mr Dignify N210,” s. by TNT Dignify J457, sold to Brentt and Todd Eslinger, Elgin.
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “DKSR Mr Proclamation N132,” s. by WS Proclamation E202, sold to Bill Larson, Spring Butte Township.
$17,000 – PB SM Bull, “DKSR Mr Sonic N170,” s. by QB Sonic K76, sold to Kunkel Brothers, New Salem.
$17,000 – PB SM Bull, “DKSR Mr God’s Country N146,” s. by WS God’s Country 6L, sold to Cody Frie, Halliday.
$9,000 – PB SM Bred Heifer, “DKSR Ms Red Ink M930,” s. by IPU Red Ink 118J, bred to DCR Mr Killian K70, sold to Marlee Berg, Galchutt.
Blue River Gang’s Production Sale
February 7, 2026 • Rising City, NE
Auctioneer: Russ Moravec, NE
Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises, Inc., MN
Marketing Representatives: Derek Vogt, NE; Jason Hansen, Livestock Digital, NE; Quentin Smola, NE; and Tim Burke, NE.
High-Selling SimInfluenced Lots:
$18,500 – PB SM Cow/Calf Pair, “Deling Simmental M42,” W/C Bank On it 273H, Bull Calf s. by THSF Lover Boy, sold to Griwsold Cattle Co., OK.
$12,500 – PB SM Open Female, “NABE Miss Broker 505N,” s. by Mr HOC Broker sold to Dewayne Rogers Family, TX.
$12,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “Ruth Krown N436,” s. by Schooley Krown 28K, sold to Mike Wibholm, IA.
$12,000 – PB SM Bull, “Ruth Revolution M178,” s. by KBHR Revolution H071, sold to Lance Schmidt, Monroe, NE.
$11,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “Ruth Graber Frosty M205,” s. by TJ Frosty 318E, sold to Gary Stearns, NE.
$11,000 – PB SM Bred Female, “DSMA Knockin Dreamy 059M,” s. by WCCO Knocking Boots 305J, bred to BAS Money Maker J801, sold to Rozeboom Family Farms, NE.
$10,500 – PB SM Bull, “Ruth CEO M559,” s. by CDI CEO 281D, sold to D&R Farms Inc., NE.
$10,500 – PB SM Open Female, “NABE/Reetz Destiny 302N,” s. by JSC Coping with Destiny 9K, sold to Ryan Edwards, Carbon, AB. Comments: Also selling were eight Angus bulls at an average of $6,375.
Klain Simmental Ranch’s 44th Annual Production Sale
February 7, 2026 • Ruso, ND
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, Vermillion, SD
Sale Representatives: Tony Heins, Cattle Business Weekly; Kelly Klein, Tri-State Livestock News; and Logan Hoffmann, DVAuction. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “KSR 288N,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Ron Demers, Colome, SD.
$14,500 – PB SM Bull, “KSR 38N,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Robin Ziesch, Pettibone.
$13,000 – SimAngus Bull, “KSR 118N,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Jason Reiser, Turtle Lake.
$12,500 – PB SM Bull, “KSR 167N,” s. by LTS Hotz Top Shelf 5J, sold to Mike Vetsch, Rugby.
$8,250 – PB SM Heifer, “KSR 4210M,” s. by LTS Hotz Top Shelf 5J, bred to JC Mr Pontiac 0114K, sold to Silver Dollar Simmentals, Lawton.
$6,000 – PB SM Yearling Heifer, “KSR 5231N,” s. by HL Tommy Boy K65, sold to Darrin Elli, Binford.
Comments: Also selling were two Angus yearling bulls at an average of $6,250; two Angus bred heifers at an average of $9,750; and one Angus open yearling heifer at $6,000.
Springer Simmental’s Sale of Value Based Genetics
February 7, 2026 • Decorah, IA
Auctioneer: Jon Schaben, Dunlap, IA
Marketing Representatives: Tom Rooney, Midwest Marketer; Jared Rueter, Midwest Marketer; and Doug Ward, Consultant.
Representing ASA: Bill Zimmerman
Comments: Also selling were SAS Landman semen for $650; Erixon Bitten semen for $175; and 35 embryos at an average of $1,160. Cattle sold into 14 states and Canada.
Stockmen’s Source
13th Annual Bull Sale
February 7, 2026 • Wellfleet, NE
Auctioneer: Kiley Roundtree, NE
Marketing Representatives: CattleUSA and DVAuction. Representing ASA: Susan Russell
High-Selling SimInfluenced Bulls:
$22,500 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “JGM Mindset 4015M,” s. by JGM Credible 510C, sold to Steve Harris, OH.
$20,000 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN, “JGM9 Maga 4118M,” s. by WAGR Patriot 1008J, sold to Apache Ranch, NE.
$19,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “JGM Meat N Bone 4013M,” s. by JGM Free Lunch 837F, sold to Hairpin Cattle Co., NE.
$18,500 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “JGM Man O War 468M,” s. by JGM Credible 510C, sold to Steve Harris, OH.
Comments: Sale partners included Jeremy and Gail Martin and Travis Chrisman. Also selling were 42 registered Angus bulls at an average of $10,119.
Benda Ranch’s Annual Production Sale
February 9, 2026 • Kimball, SD
Auctioneer: Justin Tupper, SD
Sale Staff: Curt Westland, Tri-State Livestock News; Jeff Kapperman, Tri-State Neighbor; Jory Boote, Cattle Business Weekly; Chad Heezen, Kimball Livestock Auction; Wade Christensen, Kimball Livestock Auction; Dick Deffenbaugh, Kimball Livestock Auction; Wade Tupper; and Justin Dikoff, DVAuction.
Representing ASA: Ken Odde
Nelson Livestock Company’s Annual Bull Sale
February 9, 2026 • Wibaux, MT
Auctioneer: Ty Thompson, MT
Marketing Representatives: Marty Ropp (AGR); Jared Murnin (AGR); Rocky Forseth (AGR); Andy Rest, Cattle Business Weekly; Jaramie McLean, Tri-State Livestock News; and Matt Wznick, Western Ag Reporter
Representing ASA: Andy Roberts
High-Selling SimInfluenced Bulls:
$17,500 – PB SM, “NLC 301M,” s. by CLRS Johnny Walker 1049J, sold to Shad Haber, Vida.
$16,000 – PB SM, “NLC 302M,” s. by GW Hilger One 454H, sold to 316 Simms, Baker.
Werning Cattle Company’s 45th Annual Production Sale
February 10, 2026 • Emery, SD
Auctioneers: Dustin Carter, SD; and Jered Shipman, TX
Sale Manager: Innovation AgMarketing, KS
Representing ASA: Ken Odde
Comments: Also selling were 353 units of semen at an average of $340/unit; and 183 embryos at an average of $1,063/embryo.
Traxinger Simmental’s
Annual Bull Sale
February 11, 2026 • Houghton, SD
Auctioneer: Chisum Peterson, SD
Sale Representative: Jeff Thomas, Farm and Ranch Guide
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Bulls:
$32,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N03,” s. by ES Jack Red LG11, sold to Hanson Simmental, Ryder, ND.
$20,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N53,” s. by AFCR Lawman 320L, sold to Mark Beck, Britton.
$18,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N06,” s. by ES Jack Red LG11, sold to Emery Ranch, Frederick.
$18,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N63,” s. by TNT Plateau L683, sold to Trevor Sorenson, Williston, ND.
$17,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N11,” s. by R&R Testament J155, sold to Jordan Stiegelmeier, Columbia.
$17,000 – PB SM, “TRAX N84,” s. by AFCR Lawman 320L, sold to Calvin Finnesand, Peever.
Lassle Ranch Simmentals’ 32nd Annual Bull Sale
February 12, 2026 • Glendive, MT
Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs, Billings
Marketing Representatives: Rocky Forseth, Allied Genetic Resources; John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; and Kevin Murnin, Western Livestock Journal
Representing ASA: Andy Roberts
High-Selling Lots:
$25,000 – PB SM Bull, “LRS 741N,” s. by KBHR Discipline L046, sold to Black Summit Cattle, Powell, WY.
$24,000 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN Bull, “LRS 1116N,” s. by Gibbs Kingpin 1140J, sold to Trauernicht Simmentals, Wymore, NE.
$22,000 – 3/4 SM 1/4 AN Bull, “LRS 1180N,” s. by LRS Ranger 445K, sold to Double T Simmentals, Turtle Lake, ND.
$22,000 – PB SM Bull, “LRS 980N,” s. by KBHR Discipline L046, sold to Emmons Ranch, Olive.
$20,000 – 3/4 SM 1/4 AN Bull, “LRS 913N,” s. by CCR Bedrock 5171J, sold to Meloney Angus and Simmentals, Turner.
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “LRS 933N,” s. by KBHR Discipline L045, sold to Lucas Cattle Company, Cross Timber, MO.
Clear Springs Cattle Company’s “Bred For Balance” Production Sale
February 13, 2026 • Starbuck, MN
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, Wellington, CO
Sale Representatives: Kelly Schmidt, Cattle Business Weekly; Austin Brandt, Special Assignment; Will Bollum, Bollum Ranch Productions; Corey Wilkins, Allied Genetic Resources; Tom Hook, Allied Genetic Resources; and Marty Ropp, Allied Genetic Resources. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$38,000 – SimAngus Bull, “CLRS Napoleon 327N,” s. by TERS Leopold 316L, sold to Gerloff Farms, MO.
$36,000 – SimAngus Bull, “CLRS North Star 2117N,” s. by 44 Victory, sold to Gonsior Simmentals, NE.
$29,500 – SimAngus Bull, “CLRS Nostalgic 235N,” s. by Hook’s Galileo 210G, sold to Diamond A Farms, IL.
$29,000 – SimAngus Bull ,”CLRS New Balance 246N,” s. by Schooley Limitless 344L, sold to Lyman Livestock, UT.
$25,000 – PB SM Heifer, “HA Nova 513N,” s. by CLRS Lincoln 0107L, sold to Keller Broken Heart Ranch, ND.
$24,000 – SimAngus Buill, “CLRS Navigator 7154N,” s. by 44 Victory, sold to Gateway Simmental, MT.
$20,000 – SimAngus Heifer, “CLRS New Girl 536N,” s. by HA Magnifique 72L, sold to S&S AgriSolutions, NE.
$16,000 – SimAngus Heifer, “CLRS Norma Jean 520N,” s. by TERS Leopold 316L, sold to Bar Open A Ranch, ID.
TNT Simmentals’ 41st Annual Bull Sale
February 13, 2026 • Lehr, ND
Auctioneer: Seth Weishaar, SD Sale Staff: Kelly Klein, Tri-State Livestock News; Kadon Leddy, Cattle Business Weekly; and Ross Glass, Special Assignment. Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$175,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN Bull, “TNT N615,” s. by Baldridge Badger, sold to NLC Simmentals, Wessington, SD.
$125,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN Bull, “TNT N591,” s .by Baldridge Badger, sold to Quandt Cattle Co., Oakes; and Begger’s Diamond V, Wibaux, MT.
$60,000 – PB SM Bull, “TNT N810,” s. by TNT Plateau L683, sold to Hanging H Ranch, Medina.
$42,500 – PB SM Bull, “TNT N587,” s. by Clemson Elite 41J, sold to Sorenson Ranch, Grenora.
$32,000 – 3/8 SM 5/8 AN Bull, “TNT N850,” s. by Baldridge Badger, sold to Joe Wagner, Brandon, MN.
$29,000 – 5/8 SM 3/8 AN Bull, “TNT N829,” s. by TNT Assurance J455, sold to BS Bulls, Tappen.
$28,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN Bull, “TNT N505,” s. by TNT Dynasty L671, sold to Royal Oak Farms, Hawley, MN.
Volume Buyers: Eagle Nest Ranch, Lodgepole, SD; Alley Ranch, Isabel, SD; Greg Wettlaufer, Arlington, SD; Amy Baumann, Ashley; Jason Lepp, Wishek; Beau Briese, MT; and Jeff McCloud, Cresbard, SD.
Simmental Ranch’s 30th Annual Production Sale
February 14, 2026 • Leeds, ND
Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs, MT
Marketing Representatives: Jeff Thomas, The Prairie Star; Very Frey, Special Assignment; Dennis Gilkens, Western Ag Reporter; and Jory Boote, Cattle Business Weekly
Representing ASA: Ken Odde
High-Selling Lots:
$37,000 – PB SM Bull, “KS Mr Diligence N682,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to TNT Simmentals, Lehr.
$31,000 – PB SM Bull, “KS Commitment N684,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Goeken Simmentals, Utica, SD.
$28,000 – PB SM Bull, “KS Mr Diligence N847,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Mallett Simmentals, Lampasas, TX.
$25,000 – PB SM Bull, “BGL Waco N236B,” s. by KS Baylor G119, sold to TNT Simmentals, Lehr.
$24,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “KS Cognac N43,” s. by KS Caymus, sold to Quandt Cattle Company, Oakes.
$19,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “KS Mr Stellar N71,” s. by Sitz Stellar 726D, sold to David and Kyle Bohl, Wolford.
$19,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “KS Mr Jameson N882,” s. by TNT Jameson J415, sold to Dion Johnson, Leeds.
$18,000 – PB SM Bull, “KS Journey N997,” s. by BCLR Pursuit K385, sold to Sonny Berndt, Drake.
Volume Buyers: Bichler Simmentals, Linton; David Bohl, Wolford; Ryan Brokaw, Forbes; Jeff Lemer, Drake; Travis Neifer, Hosmer, SD; and Michael Ball, Phillips, WI.
Comments: Also selling were 15 late bred cows at an average of $6,233; 68 bred heifers at an average of $5,460; and eight PB Red Angus bulls at an average of $5,875. Cattle sold into IA, MI, MN, ND, SD, TX, WI, and Saskatchewan.
Rousey SimAngus Bull Sale
February 14, 2026, North Platte, NE
Auctioneer: Kyle Schow, Paxton
Marketing Representatives: The Fence Post News, Western Ag Reporter, American Cattlemen, and DVAuction. Representing ASA: Susan Russell
High-Selling Lots:
$19,500 – SimAngus, “Rousey 5011N,” s. by LCDR Embrace 6K, sold to Brad Schlueter, NE.
$18,000 – SimAngus, “Rousey 5229N,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215, sold to Matt Frosh, NE.
$17,000 – SimAngus, “Rousey 5190N,” s. by TJ Stone Cold 336G, sold to Donnie Lunkwitz, NE.
Rydeen Farms’ 28th “Genetics with Vision”
Production Sale
February 14, 2026, Clearbrook, MN
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, Wellington, CO
Sale Representatives: Beau Bendigo, Cattle Business Weekly; Paul Hannebut, Farm and Ranch Guide; Kelly Klein, Tri-State Livestock News; Kelly Schmidt, Special Assignment; Corey Wilkins, Allied Genetic Resources; Tom Hook, Allied Genetic Resources; Marty Ropp, Allied Genetic Resources; and Jeremie Ruble, Special Assignment. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$110,000 – PB SM Open Female, “RFS Miss N6,” s. by RFS Credentials L49, sold to Schooley Cattle, IA.
$100,000 – PB SM Bull, “RFS N14,” s. by RFS Credentials L49, sold to Keller Broken Heart Ranch, ND; River Creek Farms, KS; and Lonesome Pine Farm, AL.
$63,000 – PB SM Bull, “RFS N78,” s. by RFS Credentials L49, sold to Eichacker Simmentals, SD.
$40,000 – PB SM Open Female, “RFS Miss N100,” s. by RFS Credentials L49, sold to Chuck Nicks and Hidden Pines Cattle, MO.
$37,500 – PB SM Bull, “RFS N58,” s. by TRIF Breakaway 206K, sold to John Goeken, SD.
$37,000 – PB SM Bull, “RFS N126,” s. by RFS Credentials L49, sold to Emmons Ranch, MT.
$26,000 – PB SM Open Female, “RFS Miss N94,” s. by CLRS/KRN Octane 979L, sold to Irvine Ranch, KS.
$20,000 – PB SM Open Female, “RFS Miss N177,” s. by CLRS/KRN Octane 979L, sold to Claret Simmentals, MN.
Trauernicht Simmentals’
Annual Bull Sale
February 15, 2026 • Wymore, NE
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, CO
Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises, Inc., MN
Marketing Representatives: Rady Rasby, NE; Chis Buetler, Livestock Digital; and Dennis Henrichs, NE.
High-Selling Lots:
$35,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Dutton 472M,” s. by LRS Dutton 611K, sold to Action Inc., NE.
$24,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Dutton 410N,” s. by LRS Dutton 611K, sold to Don Fast, MO.
$24,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Gold Strike 459M,” s. by TJ Gold Strike 506J, sold to Jared Werning Cattle, SD.
$22,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Dutton 415M,” s. by LRS Mr Dutton 611K, sold to Drake Fast, MO.
$22,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Power Cat 95N,” s. by G A R Powercat, sold to Action Inc., NE.
$20,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Statesman 60N,” s. by TSN Statesman K006, sold to Pietzyk Farms Inc., NE.
$19,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Dutton 22N,” s. by LRS Dutton 611K, sold to Todd Albers, NE.
$19,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Dutton 66N,” s. by LHT Mr Dutton 66K, sold to Kriegel Cattle, IA.
$19,000 – Bull, “LHT Mr Gold Strike 48N,” s. by TJ Gold Strike 506J, sold to Gary Dick, NE.
Bulls of the Big Sky
February 16, 2026 • Billings, MT No.
Auctioneer: Ty Thompson, MT
Sale Manager: Allied Genetic Resources (AGR), IL
Marketing Representatives: Marty Ropp (AGR); Jared Murnin (AGR); Rocky Forseth (AGR); John Goggins, Western Ag Reporter; Kevin Murnin, Western Livestock Journal; and Barry Ellis, The Prairie Star
High-Selling Lots:
$17,500 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “AOK 118LN,” s. by Basin Jameson 1076, sold to Cory Brown, Orifino, ID.
$16,500 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “OAK 204KJCN,” s. by Basin Jameson 1076, sold to John Giacometto, Broadus.
$16,500 – PB SM, “MFSR Genesis 109N,” s. by LBRS Genesis G69, sold to John Giacometto, Broadus.
$15,000 – 1/2 SM 1/2 AN, “Rymo Kenworth Cinch 914N,” s. by EGL Cinched 116F, sold to Doug Strittmatter, Parma, ID.
$15,000 – 3/4 SM 1/4 AN, “DMS Dominant King G30N,” s. by CLRS King James 616K, sold to Pocket Creek Ranch, Custer.
Comments: Consignors included AOK Simmental, Chinook; Fauth Ranch, Lavina; Konesky Simmental, Sand Coulee; Little Bitterroot River Simmental, Hot Springs; Miller Simmental, Gildford; Promise Land Ranch, Plummer, ID; Rymo Cattle Company, Bonners Ferry, ID; and Uriarte Cattle Company, Stevensville.
Quandt Cattle Company’s 14th Annual Production Sale
February 17, 2026 • Oakes, ND
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, SD
Sale Representatives: Kacey Holm, Tony Heins, Kirby Goettsch, Kelly Klein, and Donnie Leddy.
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$62,000 – PB SM Bull, “QB N89,” s. by KBHR Calibrate L086, sold to Healy Simmentals, Irene, SD.
$24,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “QB N58,” s. by Kesslers Commodore 6516, sold to Nathaniel Haman, Towner.
$21,000 – PB SM Bull, “QB N98,” s. by QB Marvel J58, sold to Daniel Muske, Berlin.
$21,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “QB N60,” s. by S Architect 9501, sold to Cody Gullenson, Forman.
$20,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “QB N70,” s. by Kesslers Commodore 6516, sold to Begger’s Diamond V, Wibaux, MT.
$20,000 – PB SM Bull, “QB N27,” s. by QB Special Ops K11, sold to Clay Ekstrum, Kimball, SD.
Hart Simmentals’ 51st Annual Power Bull Sale
February 18, 2026 • Frederick, SD
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, SD Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises Inc., MN Marketing Representatives: Tony Heins, Western Ag Reporter; Jim Scheel, Special Assignment; and Sarah Kucera, DVAuction. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$40,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart Worth the Wait 032N,” s. by WHF To The Point K382, sold to ODR Simmentals, IL.
$18,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart Point of Impact 058N,” s. by WHF To The Point K382, sold to Lucas Cattle Company, MO.
$18,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart Wall Street 071N,” s. by ES Solid Gold JG157, sold to Justin Klumb, SD.
$17,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart Ice Breaker 092N,” s. by Hart Jaw Breaker 058K, sold to Koepplin’s Black Simmental, ND.
$17,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart 022N,” s. by TRAXS Distinction L12, sold to Kopfmann Livestock, SD.
$17,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart 091N,” s. by TRAXS Distinction L12, sold to Phelps Ranch LLC, NE.
$16,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart Man of Steel 143N,” s. by ES Solid Gold JG157, sold o Robert Bosworth, SD.
$16,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “Hart 095N,” s. by HLTS/CLWTR Always On Time K4, sold to R&C Rohrbach, SD.
February 19, 2026 • Montpelier, ND
Wilkinson Farms Simmentals’ 28th Annual Production Sale
February 19, 2026 • Montpelier, ND
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, Wellington, CO
Marketing Representatives: Jory Boote, Cattle Business Weekly; Kelly Klein, Tri-State Livestock News; Jay Daily, Special Assignment; Jared Murnin, Allied Genetic Resources; and Corey Wilkins, Allied Genetic Resources.
Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$67,500 – PB Bull, “WS 13N,” s. by WS Landmark 14L, sold to Keller Broken Heart Ranch, Mandan.
$45,000 – PB Bred Female, “ WS Sweet Sixteen F16,” s. by Hook’s Beacon 56B, bred to CDI Levite 137L, sold to Triangle J Ranch, Miller, NE.
$40,000 – PB Bull, “WS 4N,” s. by Bridle Bit Herschel H027, sold to Quandt Cattle Company, Oakes, ND; and Traxinger Simmental, Houghton, SD.
$23,000 – PB Bull, “WS 12N,” s. by KBHR Absolute K125, sold to 3C Christensen Ranch, Wessington, SD.
$17,000 – PB Sull, “WS 9N,” s. by WS Landmark 14L, sold to Tyler Rhone, Cocgan Station, PA.
$11,500 – PB Bred Female, “WS Milky Way M8,” s. by LCDR Reserve 210J, bred to WS Marvel 8M, sold to Josh Sells, Tompkinsville, KY.
Dakota Xpress Annual Bull and Female Sale
February 20, 2026 • Mandan, ND
Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs, MT
Marketing Representatives: Matt Lachenmeier, Scott Ressler, Kirby Goettsch, Tony Heins, Marty Ropp, Will Bollum, and Jory Boote.
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling Lots:
$15,500 – 3/8 SM Bull, “HSR Badlands N258,” s. by Ellingson Badlands 0285, sold to Pat Mittleider, Tappen.
$14,500 – PB SM Bull, “HSR Special Ops N313,” s. by QB Special Ops K11, sold to Kirk Fasthorse, Eagle Butte, SD.
$14,000 – 3/4 SM Bull, “MLC Black Badger N781,” s. by QB Black Badger J60, sold to Pat Mittleider, Tappen.
$14,000 – 1/2 SM Bull, “HSR Badlands N212,” s. by Ellingson Badlands 0285, sold to Curtis Johnson, Keldron, SD.
$13,500 – PB SM Bull, “HSR Gunpowder N226,” s. by Martin Gunpowder L331, sold to Madison Walk, Surrey.
$13,500 – 1/2 SM Bull, “MLC Foxs 22 CAL N668,” s. by Foxs 22 Caliber, sold to Anthony Rhoe, Hot Springs, SD.
$13,500 – PB SM Bull, “MLC Reserve N818,” s. by IPU Red Reserve 65L, sold to Loonan Stock Farm, Corning, IA.
Little Bitterroot Ranch’s
Online Private Treaty Sale
February 23–24, 2026 • Hot Springs, MT
High-Selling Lots:
$20,400 – PB SM Bull, “LBR Redemptive N306,” s. by LBR Redeem L130, sold to Begger’s Diamond V Ranch, MT.
$13,000 – PB SM Bull, “LBR Sunfire N209,” s. by JC Mr Pontiac D114K, sold to Hill’s Simmental, MT.
$10,000 – PB SM Bull, “LBR Salutation N289,” s. by Gibbs Signature 2510K, sold to McGregor Lake Land & Cattle, WA.
$9,000 – SimAngus Bull, “LBR Reclaim N628,” s .by LBR Redeem L130, sold to Josh Fjare, MT.
$8,300 – PB SM Bull, “LBR Firebird,” s. by JC Mr Pontiac D114K, sold to Paul Guenzler, MT.
$4,000 – PB SM Open Heifer, “LBR Nuala N526,” s. by LBR Redeem, sold to Wes Baertch, MT.
$4,000 – PB SM Open Heifer, “LBR Norma N511,” s. by KBHR Bold Ruler H152, sold to Dusty Smith, MT.
Raatz Farms’ Production Sale
February 23, 2026 • Jasper, MN
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, SD
Sale Manager: Eberspacher Enterprises, Inc., MN
Marketing Representatives: Jason Hansen, Livestock Digital; and Kelly Schmidt, MN.
High-Selling Lots:
$18,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N81,” s. by LBRS Genesis G69, sold to David Martin, ND
$16,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N8,” s. by RBS Harvest Moon, sold to Blac-X Farms, Inc., MN.
$15,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N65,” s. by JC Mr Total Power F113K, sold to Will Farms, MN.
$13,750 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N128,” s. by LCDR Reserve 210J, sold to Collin Englehart, SD.
$13,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N25,” s. by Schiefelbein Top Gun 522, sold to Blac-X Farms, Inc., MN.
$12,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N86,” s. by Bridle Bit Rechard K256, sold to Kenner Simmental Ranch, ND.
$12,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N43,” s. by Schiefelbein Top Gun 522, sold to Blac-X Farms, Inc., MN.
$11,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N38,” s. by OMF Ludacris L17, sold to Justin Smith, IA.
$11,500 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N34,” s. by Hook’s Galileo 210G, sold to Rocking B Cattle Co., NE.
$11,000 – Herd Bull Prospect, “RTZ N165,” s. by Hook’s Galileo 210G, sold to Alex Boese, SD.
Deckert Simmental Ranch’s “Generation of Genetics” 50th Annual Production Sale
February 24, 2026 • Arena, ND
Auctioneer: Dustin Carter, SD
Sale Representatives: Tony Heins, Western Ag Reporter; Will Bollum, Bollum Ranch Productions; Zac Hall, Forte Livestock; and Logan Hoffmann, DVAuction. Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$11,500 – PB Bull, “N518,” s. by IR/JLN Boomer J425, sold to Chase Trautmann, Robinson.
$11,000 – PB Bull, “N600,” s. by CHSR Thor 152J, sold to Darwin Chesrown, Turtle Lake.
$10,500 – PB Bull, “N601,” s. by IR/JLN Boomer J25, sold to Roger Mattson, Bismarck.
$10,500 – SimAngus Bull, “N696,” s. by DSR Red Epoch L25, sold to Corey Polensky, Dickinson.
$10,000 – SimAngus Bull, “N622,” s. by DSR Red Epoch L25, sold to Corey Polensky, Dickinson.
$7,500 – PB SM Bred Heifer, “DSR Enola M426,” s. by Mr SR Red October G1761, bred to CDI/NF Honor Guard 267H, sold to Dustin Rueb, Drake.
$7,000 – PB SM Bred Heifer, “DSR Jeron M406,” s. by CLRS Jefferson 951J, bred to Hook’s Hercules 209H, sold to Dustin Rueb, Drake.
$7,000 – PB SM Bred Heifer, “DSR Royal Find M459,” s. by CHSR Thor 152J, bred to GW Progression 160M, sold to Conner Kaelberer, New Salem.
C Diamond Simmentals’ Production Sale
February 25, 2026 • Dawson, ND
Auctioneer: Tracy Harl, Wellington, CO
Sale Representatives: Scott Ressler, ND Stockmen’s Association; AJ Heins, Western Ag Reporter; and Logan Hoffmann, DVAuction.
Representing ASA: Russ Danielson
High-Selling Lots:
$38,000 – PB, “440N,” s. by LCDR Affirmed 212H, sold to Crossroad Genetics, Canada.
$25,000 – PB, “393N,” s. by Mader Walk The Line 92J, sold to Vanmeibag Ranch, NE.
$16,000 – PB, “425N,” s. by LCDR Diligence 215J, sold to Werning Cattle, SD.
$16,000 – PB, “310N,” s. by LCDR Affirmed 212H, sold to James Pearson, SD.
$15,000 – SimAngus, “352N,” s. by LCDR Black Knight 262L, sold to Hanging H Ranch, ND.
Doll Ranch’s 46th Annual Production Sale
March 3, 2026 • Mandan, ND
Auctioneers: Seth Weishaar and Lynn Weishaar, ND
Sale Representatives: Colt Keffer, CK Sales & Marketing; Hadley Schotte, Charolais Journal; Tony Heins, Western Ag Reporter; Scott Dirk, Tri-State Livestock News; and Kirby Goettsch, Farm and Ranch Guide
Representing ASA: Perry Thomas
High-Selling SimInfluenced Lots:
$18,000 – Bull, “DCR Mr DCR Jackson N240,” s. by BCLR Jackson J9975, sold to J Bar W Ranch Parkston, SD.
$17,000 – Bull, “DCR Mr Nutcracker N009,” s. by KBHR Honor H060, sold to Klain Simmentals, Ruso.
$17,000 – Bull, “DCR Mr Nail It N061,” s. by DCR Mr Hard Impact H69, sold to Canadian Sires, Mountain View, AB.
$15,500 – Bull, “DCR Mr Nailbiter N214,” s. by LBRS Genesis G69, sold to Josh Knuttson, Fergus Falls, MN.
$15,000 – Bull, “DCR Mr Nightlight N025,” s. byDCR Mr Hard Impact H69, sold to Kline Simmentals, Hurdsfield; and Kaelberer Simmentals, New Salem.
$15,000 – Bull, “DCR Mr Nightclub N102,” s. by MYY/SAS Honor L90, sold to James Willcons, Baker, WV.
$8,000 – Heifer, “DCR MS Nora N157,” s. by MYY/SAS Honor L90, sold to Kaelberer Simmentals, New Salem.
Comments: Also selling were 98 PB yearling Charolais bulls at an average of $10,661; and four PB yearling Charolais heifers at an average of $6,400.
