NAILE
CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT
Grand Champion Market Goat – 2021 North American International Livestock Expo
Shown by Cara Cummins – Bred by Halfmann
Fuzzy Handcuffs x Backup/Chunky Monkey
Cara’s wether was also Champion Division VI Wether at the 2021 Tulsa State Fair. The wether was purchased in our March Online Sale and placed by Cooper Bounds & Kale Hensley.
How did you get involved in the industry?
My family has been involved in the goat business since it’s inception in the 90’s. Throughout the years, droughts and dispersals, we changed our focus from fullbloods to a straight commercial operation, and in 2010 upon graduation from college, I invested heavily in wether genetics and here we are.
What is one of the most memorable events from your time as a breeder?
We’ve been fortunate to have success at the highest level in this business. While there may be “bigger” wins on our resumé, watching my 7-year old daughter hit the green shavings in Louisville for the first time and gathering a big banner would have to be the most special. It was a big accomplishment as a breeder, but the biggest “dad” moment yet.
What do you think has pushed your program forward over the years?
A steadfast, almost stubborn commitment to skeletal quality and prioritizing structure, even when it wasn’t popular or “trendy”. We believe in our vision and have seen an increase in success with a new slate of younger judges who prioritize quality, build and balance.
What is your favorite part about raising goats?
I enjoy studying genetics and implementing various breeding strategies in accordance to how things line up. I’m not always right, but it’s the game that keeps me going.
NAILE
CHAMPION SPOTLIGHT
Reserve Champion Wether Dam – 2021 North American International Livestock Expo
Shown by Hayzen Halfman – Bred by Halfmann
Hayzen’s homegrown wether dam was a Fuzzy Handcuffs x Snoop Dogg/MiniHeat
How did you get involved in the industry?
My family has been involved in the goat business since it’s inception in the 90’s. Throughout the years, droughts and dispersals, we changed our focus from fullbloods to a straight commercial operation, and in 2010 upon graduation from college, I invested heavily in wether genetics and here we are.
What is one of the most memorable events from your time as a breeder?
We’ve been fortunate to have success at the highest level in this business. While there may be “bigger” wins on our resumé, watching my 7-year old daughter hit the green shavings in Louisville for the first time and gathering a big banner would have to be the most special. It was a big accomplishment as a breeder, but the biggest “dad” moment yet.
What do you think has pushed your program forward over the years?
A steadfast, almost stubborn commitment to skeletal quality and prioritizing structure, even when it wasn’t popular or “trendy”. We believe in our vision and have seen an increase in success with a new slate of younger judges who prioritize quality, build and balance.
What is your favorite part about raising goats?
I enjoy studying genetics and implementing various breeding strategies in accordance to how things line up. I’m not always right, but it’s the game that keeps me going.