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Jungels develops successful Shorthorn operation

By RYAN CROSSINGHAM
Feb 12, 2015
Feb 12, 2015

Group of Shorthorns — A group of Shorthorns out on pasture on Jungels Shorthorn Farm in
Kathryn, N.D. Their balanced approach with functional cows as a goal has
paid dividends for their operation.

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By RYAN CROSSINGHAM

KATHRYN, N.D. – From the first steer he showed during his childhood in 4-H to the primary breed of his cattle operation, Derek Jungels has been involved with Shorthorns ever since he was 8-years-old.

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