General Information

On behalf of the Ricketts Charolais Ranch we would like to welcome you to the complete dispersal of the Ricketts Charolais Ranch cow herd. As you look through the catalog you will find Rex and his family have spent their life devoted to the improvement of the Charolais genetics they produce. Rex was always devoted to combining genotype and phenotype to make a product which fit both sides of the spectrum. Rex served as a mentor as well as a true friend to all his Charolais family and his Agriculture family. Devoted to help youth develop and find their place in production agriculture. As you study these pedigrees you will notice many of these genetics have stood the test of time, many of them come from Sondra’s family which were pioneer Charolais producers in northwest Missouri some with more than 10 generations of the same family genetic selection. So, buy with confidence you are buying genetics which will work and have been developed to perform, be productive, and have superior carcass with multiple generations of the select matings. As you can see this program has been devoted to the improvement to the breed with a product that will continue to keep the cow working for the producer, not the producer working for the cow. The Ricketts family would like you to join them for comradery and fellowship for the dispersal of the herd of cows they loved to produce. Furthermore, he loved the relationships and the valued friendships which were developed and cherished thought the building of the Ricketts Charolais Ranch. Please feel free to contact any of us with any questions ahead of the event.

Brett Sayre  (573) 881-1876

Dennis Adams (979) 229-4472

Ricketts Charolais Ranch Dispersal

The late Rex Ricketts

September 21, 2024 1 p.m.

CONTACTS: Neysa Kleinman (417) 850-9570, Trina Ricketts (816) 916-3252,  Kevin Kleinman  (417) 850-5676

PHOTOS: Aiden Kleinman (417) 385-8121

SALE MANAGER: Dennis Adams (979) 229-4472 outfrontcattle@gmail.com,  Brett Sayre (573) 881-1876

AUCTIONEER: Chas Wheeler (573) 473-2508

SALE STAFF: Brett Sayre (573) 881-1876,  David Hobbs-Charolais Journal (913) 515-1215,  Cody Beck-Charolais Journal (765) 719-1622,  Bruce Bradley (417) 848-3457

INTERNET BIDDING: LiveAuctions.tv Cendra Sebolt (641) 895-3028

SALE LOCATION: Wheeler Angus Sale Facility 22618 Hwy 24 Paris, MO 65275

TRUCKING: Trucking assistance can be arranged from sale location

MORTALITY INSURANCE: Available sale day

HERD HEALTH: Herd Health will be in a number one order. Cattle will be provided with the proper health certificates. All breeding age bulls will be trich tested and fertility tested. The cows will be preg checked by a veterinarian.

ANNOUNCEMENTS: Announcements made from the auction block will take precedence over printed material. Additional announcements will be made available sale day and take precedence over printed material

SCHEDULE:

Friday – September 20 Cattle Available for viewing

Saturday – September 21 Lunch at noon Sale at 1 p.m.

Rex E. Ricketts Memorial Scholarship

Rex was a revered educator and pillar in his community and the agricultural industry. A cherished University of Missouri professor emeritus of Animal Science, Rex left an indelible mark on the world around him.

Rex was inducted into the AICA Hall of Fame on April 24, 2024. He served the AICA for over 22 years as Chairman of the Breed Improvement Committee, helping to revolutionize the science of methodology for producing quality Charolais cattle.

A scholarship is being established with the American Charolais Foundation for Junior Charolais members. Visit: https://charolaisusa.com/american-charolais-foundation.php for details.

Please see auctioneers website for Catalog and full Terms and Conditions.