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frozen sale march 21, 2026
The North Central Highland Cattle Association is proud to bring you our annual Frozen Genetics Sale. This year’s sale will be March 21, 2026. The last two Frozen Genetics Sales were quite successful with semen and embryo lots from across the USA. You must be a NCHCA member to consign. Total entries are limited, so please consign as soon as possible. We look forward to having you join us for the 2026 online Frozen Genetics Sale.
NCHCA Frozen Genetics Sale Information
Deadline: Entry deadline is February 21, 2026, or until filled. Please download and complete sale entry form and agreement (below) and submit your application and photos electronically HERE. Those consigning semen or embryos will need to provide photos and/or videos of the cattle for the sale website. Commission levels are 5% for all semen and embryo lots on the Frozen Genetics Sale.
Entries: Semen entries may include AHCA registered semen that has passed a freeze/thaw test at an accredited semen collection facility. A semen freeze/thaw test report or semen collection report is required with entry for all semen with no exceptions. Embryo lots must be frozen grade 1 or grade 2 embryos from AHCA registered parents. The sale committee reserves the right to accept or reject all entries and use its discretion to pick the final lots.
Entry Fees: A membership to the NCHCA is required for entry. The cost per entry is $50 for current NCHCA Members. Entry fees will be treated as advance sale expense and are non-refundable. The last bid received via the online sale constitutes the basis for the commission charge, which is in addition to the entry fee. Lots that are sold will be charged 5% commission. Lots that do not meet the reserve set by the seller will be charged 5% of the last bid placed on the animal. Any lots withdrawn after March 7, 2026, will be assessed a $100 cancellation fee, in addition to the entry fee they already paid.
Internet Auction: NCHCA will be providing an Internet Auction for the Frozen Genetics Sale, using the services of Integrity Livestock Sales. Consigners are encouraged to submit photos and/or videos of consigned lots by February 21st electronically (click HERE to upload). These photos will be used to advertise your lots.
Shipping: Buyers must take possession of lots within 60 days of the close of the auction and are responsible for all shipping and handling costs. If you would like to offer to keep your lots for a longer period of time, you need to work out any additional cost or arrangements with the buyer.
We encourage your prompt entries. If you have any questions, contact any committee member.
Sincerely,
The NCHCA Sale Committee
Josh Krenz (Chair), 763-260-1001, [email protected]
Brad Barnes, 320-493-4149, [email protected]
Stacia Danielson, 319-325-0743, [email protected]
Ginny Green, 315-406-1201, [email protected]
Randi Johnson, 651-491-5061, [email protected]
Jeremiah Mewes, 715-641-0065, [email protected]
Julianne Motis, 218-576-3633, [email protected]
Kevin Opermann, 414-659-2676, [email protected]
Bruce Schmitz, 320-402-4422, [email protected]
NCHCA Frozen Genetics Sale Information
Deadline: Entry deadline is February 21, 2026, or until filled. Please download and complete sale entry form and agreement (below) and submit your application and photos electronically HERE. Those consigning semen or embryos will need to provide photos and/or videos of the cattle for the sale website. Commission levels are 5% for all semen and embryo lots on the Frozen Genetics Sale.
Entries: Semen entries may include AHCA registered semen that has passed a freeze/thaw test at an accredited semen collection facility. A semen freeze/thaw test report or semen collection report is required with entry for all semen with no exceptions. Embryo lots must be frozen grade 1 or grade 2 embryos from AHCA registered parents. The sale committee reserves the right to accept or reject all entries and use its discretion to pick the final lots.
Entry Fees: A membership to the NCHCA is required for entry. The cost per entry is $50 for current NCHCA Members. Entry fees will be treated as advance sale expense and are non-refundable. The last bid received via the online sale constitutes the basis for the commission charge, which is in addition to the entry fee. Lots that are sold will be charged 5% commission. Lots that do not meet the reserve set by the seller will be charged 5% of the last bid placed on the animal. Any lots withdrawn after March 7, 2026, will be assessed a $100 cancellation fee, in addition to the entry fee they already paid.
Internet Auction: NCHCA will be providing an Internet Auction for the Frozen Genetics Sale, using the services of Integrity Livestock Sales. Consigners are encouraged to submit photos and/or videos of consigned lots by February 21st electronically (click HERE to upload). These photos will be used to advertise your lots.
Shipping: Buyers must take possession of lots within 60 days of the close of the auction and are responsible for all shipping and handling costs. If you would like to offer to keep your lots for a longer period of time, you need to work out any additional cost or arrangements with the buyer.
We encourage your prompt entries. If you have any questions, contact any committee member.
Sincerely,
The NCHCA Sale Committee
Josh Krenz (Chair), 763-260-1001, [email protected]
Brad Barnes, 320-493-4149, [email protected]
Stacia Danielson, 319-325-0743, [email protected]
Ginny Green, 315-406-1201, [email protected]
Randi Johnson, 651-491-5061, [email protected]
Jeremiah Mewes, 715-641-0065, [email protected]
Julianne Motis, 218-576-3633, [email protected]
Kevin Opermann, 414-659-2676, [email protected]
Bruce Schmitz, 320-402-4422, [email protected]
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frequently asked questions from consignors
Q I’m having trouble submitting stuff through the website. What do I do?
A Email [email protected] or call Randi at 651-491-5061 and we will help you.
Q Can I change the picture I sent in?
A Yes, submit a new picture with details including the description of what you want to do. Ensure that the name of the animal or embryo package is in the file name for the new picture. You can also submit additional photos and videos. These will be posted at highlandsale.org. Only one photo will be shown on the auction site.
Q When do I get paid?
A Generally, payments to consignors will be issued no later than 30 days after the sale once all payments have cleared.
Q How do I find out who bought my lots?
A The North Central Highland Cattle Association will notify you who purchased your lots.
Q When do I release my lots?
A Buyers must take possession of lots within 60 days of the close of the auction and are responsible for all shipping and handling costs. If you would like to offer to keep your lots for a longer period of time, you need to work out any additional cost or arrangements with the buyer. You will release the lots once you receive payment from the North Central Highland Cattle Association.
Q What happens if the reserve isn’t met?
A Lots that do not meet the reserve set by the seller will be charged 5% of the last bid placed on the animal. The North Central Highland Cattle Association treasurer will send you an invoice for the commission charges. If you had other lots in the sale that sold, the reserve commission will be reduced from your other sale proceeds.
A Email [email protected] or call Randi at 651-491-5061 and we will help you.
Q Can I change the picture I sent in?
A Yes, submit a new picture with details including the description of what you want to do. Ensure that the name of the animal or embryo package is in the file name for the new picture. You can also submit additional photos and videos. These will be posted at highlandsale.org. Only one photo will be shown on the auction site.
Q When do I get paid?
A Generally, payments to consignors will be issued no later than 30 days after the sale once all payments have cleared.
Q How do I find out who bought my lots?
A The North Central Highland Cattle Association will notify you who purchased your lots.
Q When do I release my lots?
A Buyers must take possession of lots within 60 days of the close of the auction and are responsible for all shipping and handling costs. If you would like to offer to keep your lots for a longer period of time, you need to work out any additional cost or arrangements with the buyer. You will release the lots once you receive payment from the North Central Highland Cattle Association.
Q What happens if the reserve isn’t met?
A Lots that do not meet the reserve set by the seller will be charged 5% of the last bid placed on the animal. The North Central Highland Cattle Association treasurer will send you an invoice for the commission charges. If you had other lots in the sale that sold, the reserve commission will be reduced from your other sale proceeds.
