The livestock industry has lost one of the great pioneers.

[Davis Shorthorns]

I just wanted to tell everyone on here that last night Dr. Don Good passed away.  He was one of the pioneers over the last 50+ years or so.  Picked the FIRST crossbred steer at a major in 1969.  He will always be remembered as one of the greatest judges of all time.  Although I had never met the man I will always remember his portrait looking down on everyone as they walked into Weber hall on KSU campus. 

great link
http://butleragvocates.wordpress.com/2012/02/15/dr-don-good-my-hero/

 

[stumpy]

Thanks for the news Matt.  Sad to hear this but great to remember such a great innovator that could recognize the beneficial changes in a very tradition oriented industry.  We can all stand to learn the ability to embrace the positive changes as Dr. Good did without fear of "what people might say".  Gods speed.

 

[Freddy]

He was a true cattlemen and judge, watched and showed under him many times ...a very great influence on the cattle industry ...