February 2023 Hereford World Magazine

Rethink, Renew and Reshape

Building back from drought offers individuals and the industry a unique opportunity.

by Wes Ishmael

Sooner than later, hopefully, cow-calf producers will have enough moisture in the ground and enough feed on the horizon to begin rebuilding herds stripped to the core by the current long-term drought. If they do, how producers go about it will drive how high prices go and for how long. It could also change the complexion of individual herds and the industry.

Some lessons from the past apply, as do some cautions.

Perhaps, the primary caution is as obvious as it will be tempting: high prices.

“Grass turns green, streams run, ponds fill, and we lose our minds,” says Rick Machen, the Paul C. Genho Endowed Chair in Ranch Management at the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM), Kingsville, Texas.

He remembers the last historic price surge in 2014-15, which was also the result of a cow herd depleted by widespread, longterm drought. Five-weight calves bringing well beyond $200 per

hundredweight (cwt.) was a common sight. For a brief period, they brought $300 cwt. and a little more.

“People were paying more for commercial females than they could ever hope to pencil out. Prices returned to normal more quickly than many anticipated,” Machen says.

Economic pain associated with purchase decisions lingered longer.

“Those high-priced heifers are going to be on your depreciation schedule for five years. That’s a real cost they burden you with,” Machen says.

Stan Bevers, Vernon, Texas, a ranch consultant and Professor and Extension Economist Emeritus with Texas A&M University remembers those same pricey heifers.

“Half of them were gone from the herd in the first three years, and depreciation went through the roof. Everyone and their dog started selling bred heifers, and the quality declined. It would have continued on page 16...

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AHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Bill Goehring, Libertyville, Iowa

Vice president

Wyatt Agar, Thermopolis, Wyo.

Directors

Term expires 2023

Whitey Hunt, Madison, Ga.

Becky King-Spindle, Moriarty, N.M.

Term expires 2024

Jerome Ollerich, Winner, S.D.

Bob Schaffer, Spotsylvania, Va.

Term expires 2025

Chad Breeding, Miami, Texas

Lou Ellen Harr, Jeromesville, Ohio

Travis McConnaughy, Wasola, Mo.

Term expires 2026

Jim Coley, Lafayette, Tenn.

Hampton Cornelius, LaSalle, Colo.

Austin Snedden, Maricopa, Calif.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Executive vice president

Jack Ward, jward@hereford.org

Chief operating officer and director of breed improvement

Shane Bedwell, sbedwell@hereford.org

Chief financial officer

Leslie Mathews, lmathews@hereford.org

Director of records department

Stacy Sanders, ssanders@hereford.org

Director of commercial programs

Trey Befort, tbefort@herefordbeef.org

Director of youth activities and foundation

Amy Cowan, acowan@hereford.org

National shows coordinator and youth activities assistant

Bailey Clanton, bclanton@hereford.org

Associate director of youth marketing and education

Chloé Fowler, cfowler@hereford.org

Education and information services coordinator and records supervisor

Laura Loschke, lloschke@hereford.org

Director of communications and digital content

Taylor Belle Matheny, tmatheny@hereford.org

Audio-visual specialist

Kelsey Vejraska, kvejraska@hereford.org

Office assistant and event coordinator

Emily Wood, ewood@hereford.org

| Certified Hereford Beef Staff

President and chief executive officer

Amari Seiferman, aseiferman@herefordbeef.org

Brand manager

Ty Ragsdale, tragsdale@herefordbeef.org

Marketing manager

Brenyn Burkholder, bburkholder@herefordbeef.org

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Trey Befort, tbefort@herefordbeef.org

Commercial marketing partnerWestern Region

Jake Drost, jdrost@hereford.org

| Hereford World Staff

Director of field management and seedstock marketing

Joe Rickabaugh, jrick@hereford.org

Production manager

Caryn Vaught, cvaught@hereford.org

Executive editor

Wes Ishmael, wishmael@hereford.org

Managing editor

Sydnee Shive, sshive@hereford.org

Assistant editor

Katie Maupin Miller, kcommunicates@gmail.com

Advertising coordinator

Alison Marx, amarx@hereford.org

Creative services coordinator

Bailey Lewis, blewis@hereford.org

Editorial designer/assistant

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Graphic designers

Sharon Blank and Teri Wolfgang

Contributing writers

Stan Bevers, Jon DeClerck, Grace Jacobson, Macey Meuller, Steven Myers, Jason Nickell, Heather Smith Thomas

| Field Staff

Western Region – Colt Cunningham Ariz., Calif., Idaho, Nev., Ore., Utah and Wash. P.O. Box 15887, Boise, ID 83715 918-978-8779, ccunningham@hereford.org

Mountain Region – Kevin Murnin Colo., Mont., N.D., Wyo., and western Canada P.O. Box 105, Worden, MT 59088 406-853-4638, kmurnin@hereford.org

North Central Region – Alex Acheson Kan., Minn., Neb., S.D., and central Canada 3303 N. Shefford, Wichita, KS 67205 785-366-1185, aacheson@hereford.org

Upper Midwest Region – Noah Benedict Ill., Ind., Ky., Md., Mich., Ohio, Pa., W.Va. and Wis. 605 CR 2300 N. Dewey, IL 61840 217-372-8009, noahb@hereford.org

Southwest Region – Cord Weinheimer Ark., La., N.M., Okla. and Texas 5303 Greenbriar Rd., Madisonville, TX 77864 830-456-3749, cweinheimer@hereford.org

Eastern Region – Tommy Coley Ala., Fla., Ga., Miss., N.C., S.C., Tenn. and Va. 1284 Stage Coach Rd., Sewanee, TN 37375 815-988-7051, tcoley@hereford.org

Central Region – Joe Rickabaugh Iowa, Mo. and eastern Canada 11500 N. Ambassador Dr., Ste. 410, Kansas City, MO 64153 785-633-3188, jrick@hereford.org

Northeast Region – Contact the AHA Conn., Del., D.C., Maine, Mass., N.H., N.J., N.Y., R.I., Vt. and eastern Canadian provinces

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Navigating the Upside Market Gleanings

by Wes Ishmael

New and existing market dynamics.

Barring an unforeseen cosmic unraveling, cattle supply fundamentals set the stage for a sustained period of higher cattle prices, perhaps eclipsing the historical heights achieved in 2014-15.

There are certainly similarities. Primarily, it’s the significant herd liquidation forced by drought, even more this time around than about a decade ago. As then, steadily increasing prices will likely shift into overdrive when enough folks begin retaining females to rebuild the herd (see Simmer, Page 44).

There are plenty of differences this time around, too, from the higher cost structure to generational shifting and a variety of market-altering influences from outside the industry.

Here are a couple of old and new dynamics to keep on the radar.

Flatter cattle cycles

Despite many suggestions of its demise over the years, the venerable cattle cycle is alive and well. It still guides producers to increase or reduce the national cattle inventory as production ebbs and flows, pushing prices one direction or another far enough to incentivize response.

Given cow biology — one calf per year, hopefully — and the time it takes that calf to enter the marketplace, an entire cattle cycle typically encompasses 9-13 years. That’s from the beginning, when cattle numbers are the lowest, through peak numbers and then back to the trough when another cycle begins. The current cattle cycle began in 2014. It peaked in 2019 and is still in the process of discovering the bottom side.

With all of that said, cattle cycles have changed dramatically over the last seven decades, according to An Updated Evaluation of the U.S. Cattle Cycle, authored by Glynn Tonsor, agricultural economist at Kansas State University (K-State) and agricultural economics graduate students Jaime Luke and Andrew Anderson.

In a nutshell, the authors explain cattle cycles have grown less pronounced over time — the difference between cattle inventory highs and lows is less — as the industry churns out increasing levels of beef production per cow in the inventory.

“For example, average annual beef production in the current cycle is 15% greater than it was in the 1967-1979 cycle although the beef cow inventory is 22% smaller,” say the authors. Much of that stems from the genetics and management that enable ever-increasing fed cattle carcass weights.

The less pronounced cattle cycle also impacts the associated price cycle, which suggests heifers purchased through the low part of the price cycle are producing calves through the high part of the price cycle and vice versa. So, market timing

may carry more weight when there’s the chance to build back this time.

“Market timing will be huge,” says Rick Machen, the Paul C. Genho Endowed Chair in Ranch Management at the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management (KRIRM), Kingsville, Texas. “Higher prices won’t stay forever. The quicker you can get in, the better off you’ll be.”

Machen and KRIRM students recently conducted an analysis for one cow-calf client. In every scenario tracking net present value over the next 10 years, the quicker females went into production, the

entities had announced plans to grow packing capacity by approximately 23,000 head per day, a combination of fed cattle and cull cows. Some of those plans have since been shelved, in part because of surging construction costs, and some others appear to be headed that way. Currently, an inexact and generous estimate suggests 15,000 head per day is the potential topside for new capacity. Past experience suggests the reality will be less.

For the sake of argument, let’s say new capacity amounts to 9,000 more head per day, not all at once, but over time. Let’s also assume current existing capacity remains in production.

more the profit potential (see Rethink, Renew and Reshape, Page 1).

“The cattle inventory cycle has three phases — expansion, liquidation, and turn-around. Each phase has unique price relationships and profit opportunities. The optimum production strategy differs among phases,” explains Lee Schulz, Extension livestock economist with Iowa State University in the December Ag Decision Maker.

Schulz goes on to provide heifer price perspective.

“In November 2022, heifers bred to calve in spring 2023 sold at 1.71 times the value of 500-600 pound heifers. This is the lowest this ratio has been in the last four Novembers. The ratio can spike during expansion years. In November 2014, bred heifers reached $3,250. Some sold for even higher, usually based on genetics,” Schulz explains. “In November 2014, the combined Nebraska auction price of 500-600 pound, Medium and Large No. 1 heifers averaged $270 per cwt. Thus, bred heifers were worth 2.19 times the value of heifer calves. Given where bred heifer values are currently and where they could be going, they may be presently undervalued a bit.”

New and expanded packing capacity

As more marketing leverage returns to producers — as there becomes too much packing capacity chasing too few cattle — plenty of plans are in the works to expand capacity further through new construction and expansion of existing facilities.

Tonsor offered an update at the Kansas Department of Agriculture Ag Summit last August. At the time, 13

“Generally, more plants mean more competition, but supplies will be tight enough that I’m not sure you’ll be able to tease out the differences for a while,” says Katelyn McCullock, director and senior economist with the Livestock Marketing Information Center. Regionally speaking, she says how the cow herd builds back in the area, and which new plants are built and where, will determine the price impact.

“I think the larger impact could come from the cow-kill plants that are being built,” McCullock says. In the Southern Plains, for instance, she notes the volume of cows moving through existing capacity has depressed cull cow values compared to the rest of the nation.

“Until we pull capacity away, it will be supportive to fed cattle prices,” Tonsor says. “Let’s say 9,000 head capacity is added. I think we’ll see other existing capacity mothballed within three years.” He believes shuttered capacity could come from outdated facilities owned by the larger packers and from small independents who can no longer afford to chase higher-priced cattle through this stage of the cycle.

Given the enormous economic cost to build per-head capacity, Derrell Peel, Extension livestock marketing specialist at Oklahoma State University, says anyone building or expanding currently will face challenges.

“If these plants get built, the capacity won’t go away, but the ownership will likely change if history is any indication.” Typically, he observes that it is about the third owner of a packing plant that can finally make it pencil — after the original investment has been discounted significantly a couple of times.

So, new capacity could offer some added price support for a time. Five years down the road, though, the industry might still be hunting more shackle space.

Wes Ishmael is the executive editor of Hereford World. He can be reached at wishmael@hereford.org.

Generally, more plants mean more competition, but supplies will be tight enough that I’m not sure you’ll be able to tease out the differences for a while.

— Katelyn McCullock, director and senior economist with the Livestock Marketing Information Center

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by Trey Befort

Although drought continues, widespread moisture at the end of the year means more commercial cow-calf producers are starting to think about strategies for building back depleted herds when the opportunity arises. Genetic improvement and marketing opportunities will likely be among the key reloading considerations.

Use and manage heterosis

Opportunities for genetic improvement are unique to every herd and driven by resources and goals, as well as limitations, be it labor, forage and the like.

With that said, complementary crossbreeding — direct and maternal heterosis — provides the opportunity to leverage resources and build more pounds at less cost. Heterosis created with Hereford genetics offers even more opportunity as they are the least related of Bos taurus breeds.

“I don’t understand not taking advantage of heterosis and getting that hybrid vigor so you can take advantage of more weaning weight with the same mature cow size,” says Mike Seal, manager of the 6X Ranch at Mackay, Idaho. He began using Hereford bulls on the ranch’s Angus cow herd about 12 years ago.

“We really needed to moderate the size of the cows we had, change their type and capacity,” Seal explains. “What that’s done for us you see in the weaning weights, but you also see it in your cows that can carry some backfat

into the winter. It gets down to 20 to 25 degrees below zero here, and you don’t have to use your entire haystack to get them through the winter. The capacity of those cows, having the backfat on them, but still having the maternal ability and fertility.” You can read more about the 6X story in the January issue of Hereford World.

Know the value Tracking herd performance to make effective genetic and management decisions extends beyond the pasture. Even feeding a few head helps commercial and seedstock producers establish benchmarks, track progress and match cattle to market opportunity.

For instance, the American Hereford Association (AHA) provides Hereford breeders and commercial users of Hereford genetics the opportunity to discover this information conveniently and cost effectively through the Hereford Feedout Program and the associated Fed Steer Shootout for members of the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA).

“I think it’s the best, most reliable way of acquiring actual carcass data

and performance of your cattle,” says program participant, Tom Heidt of K7 Herefords, Lockridge, Iowa. “The data verified the points I’m emphasizing in my breeding program.”

By learning their herd’s genetic potential and understanding what performance traits cattle feeders and beef packers find most valuable producers can build a more effective marketing plan to make sounder marketing decisions year after year. These programs can also help shed light on the opportunity to retain ownership on future calf crops.

After discovering the value captured by those buying their calves, some feedout participants decide to retain ownership and leverage the genetic value they created.

The 2023 Hereford Feedout Program and NJHA Fed Steer Shootout are under way at HRC Feed Yards, Scott City, Kan., with more than 1,100 head from producers across the United States.

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If retained ownership doesn’t fit a producer’s game plan, the AHA offers other marketing opportunities to those using Hereford genetics.

Several Hereford-influenced feeder calf sales across the country provide added opportunity for those looking to market Hereford-influenced feeder cattle. These sales enable producers to aggregate and offer larger numbers of similar cattle on the same sale day, which benefits both buyers and sellers.

“Those bigger groups of Hereford and Hereford-influenced calves sell right there with the very best black calves that will go through the market anywhere in this part of the country,” says Jim Akers, chief operating officer of Blue Grass Stockyards, Lexington, Ky., which hosts two Kentucky Certified Hereford Influenced Sales each year.

Additionally, though it is not a requirement of these special auction sales, enrollment in AHA marketing programs, such as the Hereford Advantage, Maternal Advantage or Premium Red Baldy programs, add yet another layer of marketing power and exposure at sale time.

As we get into the heart of spring bull sale season and as folks begin to reload the U.S. cow herd, consider some of these opportunities to help improve your herd and marketing options.

Trey Befort is the director of commercial programs for the American Hereford Association. He can be reached at tbefort@herefordbeef.org.

Hereford-influenced Feeder Calf Sales

Mitchell Livestock Hereford Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale

Date: Feb. 16, 2023

Location: Mitchell LivestockMitchell, S.D.

Contact: Preston Burma 605-680-0448

Tennessee Hereford Marketing Program Feeder Calf Sale

Date: April 12, 2023

Location: United ProducersColumbia, Tenn.

Contact: Richard Brown 931-239-9785

Cherokee Sales Co. Hereford Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale

Date: April 19, 2023

Location: Cherokee Sales Co.Cherokee, Okla.

Contact: Jarrid Herrmann 785-564-0869

Kentucky Certified Hereford Influenced Sale

Date: May 11, 2023

Location: Bluegrass Stockyards SouthStanford, Ky.

Contact: L.W. Beckley, DVM 859-779-1419

For all programs, bulls must have transferred ownership and rank in the top 50% of the breed for the respective index.

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Association News and Events

“What’s New?” is a column designed to keep you in the know about Hereford happenings. You can sign up for Hereford Headlines, an electronic newsletter distributed the first Friday of each month by the American Hereford Association (AHA) highlighting Hereford news and events. You can also receive the Bald Faced Bottom Line, a commercially-focused electronic newsletter sent the third Friday of each month. To subscribe to these free newsletters, send an email to outreach@hereford.org. Archived issues are posted at Hereford.org.

Weinheimer joins AHA field staff

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Weinheimer will represent AHA members in the region and assist with Association activities and services. Along with attending Hereford sales and events, he will sell advertising for Hereford Publications Inc. and work to broaden relationships across the industry. Weinheimer will also help Hereford breeders and commercial users of Hereford genetics utilize AHA promotional and marketing programs.

“We are excited Cord is joining our team as the AHA Southwest region field representative,” says Joe Rickabaugh, AHA director of seedstock marketing. “Cord hails from a longtime Hereford family and has deep roots in the Hereford breed. He also has a wealth of commercial cattle management experience and great enthusiasm for the Hereford seedstock and commercial industries.”

A native Texan, Weinheimer is a fifth-generation cattle producer with a love for Hereford cattle and Hereford people. He graduated with a bachelor’s degree in animal science from Texas A&M University in 2017. Weinheimer formerly managed several ranches in Texas and is a former director for the Stonewall Chamber of Commerce, along with the South Texas Hereford Association.

“I am very excited about the opportunity to work for the AHA,” Weinheimer says. “My longtime passion for the Hereford breed and its people will be my catalyst for building a positive impact across the industry. As I embark on this new career, I look forward to working with producers and promoting Herefords in all facets of the

Weinheimer began his duties Feb. 1. He can be contacted at 830-456-3749.

The AHA was recently informed that Allflex will be increasing their tissue sample unit (TSU) price. Because of the increase in costs, the AHA Board of Directors recently voted to increase the cost of the TSUs to $2.75 on March 1. Members will still receive the $4 credit if DNA is submitted through a TSU.

Register now for the 2023 BIF Research Symposium and Convention Registration is now open for the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Research Symposium and Convention. This year’s event will be hosted July 3-6 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The deadline for early registration is Feb. 28. Attendees can save $50 by registering early. Registration includes a student and media option. Online registration and hotel information is available at BIFSymposium.com.

Commercial Hereford-influenced feeder calf sale listings

Boost your marketing efforts by participating in upcoming Herefordinfluenced feeder calf sales, open to operations of all sizes. Consigning Hereford and Hereford-influenced calves to a special Hereford sale is an effective way to put cattle in front of buyers interested in Hereford genetics and may provide a price premium. To view a complete list of upcoming Herefordinfluenced special sales visit Hereford. org/commercial/programs/feedercattle-sales/. For commercial female listings visit Hereford.org/commercial/ marketplace/female-listings/.

Mitchell Livestock Hereford

Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale

Date: Feb. 16, 2023

Location: Mitchell LivestockMitchell, S.D.

Contact: Preston Burma 605-680-0448

Tennessee Hereford Marketing Program Feeder Calf Sale

Date: April 12, 2023

Location: United ProducersColumbia, Tenn.

Contact: Richard Brown 931-239-9785

Cherokee Sales Co. Hereford

Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale

Date: April 19, 2023

Location: Cherokee Sales Co.Cherokee, Okla.

Contact: Jarrid Herrmann 785-564-0869

Kentucky Certified Hereford

Influenced Sale

Date: May 11, 2023

Location: Bluegrass Stockyards SouthStanford, Ky.

Contact: L.W. Beckley, DVM 859-779-1419

HYFA

Thank you

The Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) would like to thank everyone who participated in the first-ever HYFA Season of Giving. Donors raised $135,000 for the youth of the Hereford breed. Find the list of donors at HerefordYouthFoundation.org/herefordseason-of-giving/.

Spring scholarship applications due April 1

HYFA and National Hereford Women team up each spring to offer various scholarships and prestigious junior awards that will be awarded at the VitaFerm® Junior National Hereford Expo in Madison, Wis. More than $35,000 of scholarships will be awarded. The application link can be found at Hereford.org/youth/ scholarship-opportunities.

National shows

View Cattlemen’s Congress and NWSS results

Results from the 2023 Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City can be found at Hereford.org/events/nationalshows/cattlemens-congress/. Results from the 2023 National Western Stock Show (NWSS) in Denver can be found at Hereford.org/events/national-shows/ national-western/. Official AHA press releases from both events are available at Hereford.org/media/news/.

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been cheaper for some to keep paying their employees to run fence and keep trespassers out rather than to restock,” Bevers says.

That’s not the same thing as ignoring the opportunity to cover costs.

“Every ranch has a set of fixed costs to run the operation,” Bevers says. “For example, say you’ve got $100,000 in fixed costs and that’s low. Fixed costs include depreciation, property taxes and repairs to fixed assets. The financial incentive is to restock and overcome those.”

Then there are the variable costs.

“Economics say to produce as long as you can cover variable costs, which means adding cows back, but over time, if you’re not also covering fixed costs, you produce until you run out of equity,” Bevers explains.

So, the incentive comes with a caveat.

Of course, others are likely to have the same notion.

“It’s an economic survival question, rather than one of rebuilding the cow herd,” Thrift says.

Even if stocker cattle or heifer development are not options, Machen says, “We often overlook the opportunity to buy cows. Heifers typically sell at a premium to cows.” Yet, the lag time between buying heifers and punching a pay stub with their first calves is 18-24 months.

Plus, Thrift points to the challenges often associated with heifers.

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“The financial incentive is still to restock in order to help overcome fixed costs; that’s not new. The new stuff is that we took such a beating from the start of the bottom in 2010 and 2011 to the high prices in 2014 and 2015 that some producers left the business,” Bevers explains. “If we survived that period, we’re probably coming into this current situation with some scars that I hope we learned from.”

In this case, aside from over-paying to restock, a different class of livestock could make the most economic sense, at least for a time.

Rethinking value relative to the cycle

Todd Thrift, Extension beef cattle specialist and associate professor at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, says rethinking what it means to restock could pay dividends.

“Everything with four legs and four teats pointing down will be kept as a cow,” Thrift says. “I think the heifer market will be strong for the next three or four years. You shouldn’t be keeping any heifers the next three or four years because of what they’re likely to be worth. Short term, through the high of the cycle, I might be better off to stocker cattle rather than restock cows.”

Or do some of both.

“Suppose you culled hard and kept the middle cut — 4- to 6-year-olds from the heart of the herd,” Thrift says. “If I buy heifers, that changes the herd dynamics to a much younger herd, which has advantages. But heifers tend to produce calves with the lightest weaning weights and typically have the most trouble rebreeding. If you’re going to give up pounds and reproduction, maybe you’re better off re-stocking with cows.”

Economic success favors those who make such decisions with a firm understanding of costs.

“Many producers and operations of all sizes don’t know their unit cost of production,” Machen says. “It baffles me that as an industry we don’t do a good job of accounting and knowing our unit cost of production.” (See Targeting Critical Performance, Page 54).

Buying considerations

When bringing in breeding stock Thrift emphasizes maintaining focus on herd health and matching the environment the females originated from to the one where they will be producing. Doing otherwise could represent a financially successful decision in the short run, but he doesn’t believe it’s an effective long-term strategy for rebuilding.

“The further away from the house they come from, the less positive results I see,” Thrift says. “If you’re in the lower third of the U.S. get them from there. It’s the same if you’re in the middle third or upper third of the country. The closer you stay to home, the better they will thrive.”

Even within a region, Machen points out freight costs are much higher today than they were during the last runup in cattle prices. Thrift also advises keeping in mind that purchased bred heifers may be less tightly bred than advertised.

“Get heifers bred to calve 30-60 days in front of your calving season so they will fit into what you’re doing,” Thrift suggests.

Rebuilding the cow herd offers individuals and the collective industry the opportunity to shift direction. "Let’s sustain quality grade and the consumer eating experience, but how can we improve reproduction efficiency and the production efficiency of the calves?” says Rick Machen, the Paul C. Genho Endowed Chair in Ranch Management at the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management.

Economics say to produce as long as you can cover variable costs, which means adding cows back, but over time, if you’re not also covering fixed costs, you produce until you run out of equity.

—

Bevers, ranch consultant and Professor and Extension Economist Emeritus, Texas A&M University

visiting more intently with seedstock providers to help them more fully understand the resources and goals of your operation and identify genetics that will be most useful to you. Some already do that routinely.

Speaking of which, Bevers notes, how producers market their cattle should have some bearing on genetic selection. He explains there is a big difference in incentives between a producer who plans to retain ownership through the feedlot and one whose marketing plan is to sell calves at weaning with as many program designations as possible. Bevers suggests thinking in terms of profit rather than production.

“Because production is status-quo (see Rethink Cow-calf Profitability, Page 28), how do I get more revenue for my product? The goal is the highest profitability, and profitability maximizes prior to maximum productivity. I can give up some productivity and have higher profitability. Production plateaus; it doesn’t just go up, up, up. Prices fluctuate up and down, so focus on increasing revenue from the production you have.”

Industry opportunity

Rebuilding the cow herd offers both individuals and the collective industry the opportunity to shift direction.

Nationally, for instance, Machen explains, “Our focus in the beef industry, since the first National Beef Quality Audit in 1991 has been increasing carcass quality and the consumer’s eating experience. When more than 85% of the fed cattle are grading Choice and higher, as they are now, I’m not sure how much more improvement needs to be made. Let’s sustain quality grade and the consumer eating experience, but how can we improve reproduction efficiency and the production efficiency of the calves?”

Regionally, Thrift says, “Over the last 20 years, we’ve bred the ear out of cows along the Gulf Coast and guys struggle to keep it. Now might be the time to reintroduce ear into the many three-quarter-blood and seven-eighths Angus cows we have in the southeastern states.”

More specifically, Thrift and Machen believe this is an opportunity for producers to reassess mature cow size and the added cost and reduced reproductivity associated with too much size and too little heterosis.

Both emphasize adding heterosis back into the national herd is a positive opportunity if it comes in the form of strategic, disciplined, complementary crossbreeding. That, as opposed to the willy-nilly flavor of the day approach from yesteryear that some would say mongrelized the herd.

“This is a unique opportunity to make a change in the direction of your cow herd, if you’ve already been thinking about it and can make the move quickly,” Thrift says.

“It gives producers an opportunity to change genetics if change is warranted,” Machen believes.

The industry from here

Aside from when adequate moisture arrives to enable herd rebuilding, there are plenty of other questions to consider.

For one, Bevers says to keep in mind national cow numbers will likely continue to trend lower over time as they have done ever since the mid-1970s (see Simmer, Page 44).

“Beef production bottomed in 2015 at 23.8 billion pounds. It’s projected to be 26.3 billion pounds in 2023. Unless drought persists, I don’t see us going back to 23.8 billion pounds. We’d be buying bred heifers at $4,200-$4,300,” Bevers says.

regulations nor the myriad reasons folks own cattle.

“We often forget that unlike the pork and poultry industries, there are a significant number of cattle producers who are not profit driven,” Machen says.

That’s not to say some folks ignore cash flow; rather, there are economic motives besides profit, per se. It could be pure want-to, the tax break that comes with agricultural production on a piece of ground or parking large sums in land as a hedge against inflation. Decisions and planning horizons differ for each one.

One other industry change, on the drawing book at least, is new and expanded beef packing capacity. Machen is cautiously optimistic this could bring more opportunity to producers.

“I think there will be new opportunities regionally to partner with feedyards that are developing relationships with new packers,” Machen says. Retained ownership is a possibility, but he also sees opportunity to provide supply through more vertical cooperation.

At the same time, Machen notes, “Packers learned a lot in 2014-2015, as well, and demonstrated a willingness to reduce shackle space in order to maintain margins.”

Time is of essence

In the meantime, the historic opportunity facing individual producers and the collective industry comes with a timeline. Those mentioned here and others believe the window of opportunity is roughly from 2023 through 2025, assuming recent widespread moisture continues and drought abates.

If I buy heifers, that changes the herd dynamics to a much younger herd, which has advantages. But heifers tend to produce calves with the lightest weaning weights and typically have the most trouble rebreeding. If you’re going to give up pounds and reproduction, maybe you’re better off re-stocking with cows.

“The slippery slope of ranch economics is going to get more slippery,” Bevers says. For anyone who has considered exiting the business in recent years, he says the next three years should offer a sterling opportunity.

For those who plan to reload, Thrift explains, “Price discrimination will be narrower through this phase of the cycle. The quicker you can rebuild, the better off you’ll be.”

“Market timing will be huge,” Machen believes. “Higher prices won’t stay forever. The quicker you can get in, the better off you’ll be.”

Machen and KRIRM students recently conducted an analysis for one cow-calf client. In every scenario tracking net present value over the next 10 years, the quicker females went into production, the more the profit potential.

“But you can’t go until your country is ready. Oftentimes, we’re tempted to restock before the grass has fully recovered,” Machen says. He adds that’s understandable, given the fact that fixed costs typically represent about two-thirds of total costs for most cow-calf operations.

For him, reloading comes down to the art and balance of management — being financially positioned, knowing when the country has recovered and is ready, and finding the right kind and class of animal.

— Todd Thrift, Extension beef cattle specialist and associate professor, University of Florida

Given the likely surge in prices, Stan Bevers suggests it could pay buyers to figure out how to lock in heifer prices for for the next few years, with delivery in the future. Bevers is a ranch consultant and Professor and Extension Economist Emeritus with Texas A&M university.

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Spring 2023 Gold TPR Breeders

Eighty-two Hereford breeders achieved Gold Total Performance Records (TPR™) Breeder status for spring 2023.

Established in 2005, the program recognizes progressive breeders who go the extra mile to measure traits, collect data at all levels of

production and report performance data in a timely manner. Their commitment enhances genetic improvement in their own herds while providing their customers with the most current and precise selection data available.

The following Hereford breeders earned Gold TPR status this spring:

ALABAMA

Sul-Tay Polled Herefords, Elrod

CALIFORNIA

Lambert Ranch, Oroville

Gino Pedretti, El Nido

Sonoma Mountain Herefords, Santa Rosa

IDAHO

Canyon Gem Livestock, Jerome

JBB/AL Herefords, Gooding

INDIANA

Baumer Cattle Co., Centerville Elzemeyer Polled Herefords, Richmond Gerber Polled Herefords, Richmond Greives Herefords, West Lafayette

IOWA

Corn Belt Cattle Co., Red Oak Johnson Hereford Farm, Milford

K7 Herefords, Lockridge

John Pitt, Nevada

Simpson Polled Herefords, Redfield Wiese & Sons, Manning

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Breeders must fulfill the following specification in order to qualify for Gold TPR status:

• Submit herd inventory before the date inventory surcharge goes into effect.

• Complete reporting of calving ease and reproductive status for each dam on inventory.

• Complete reporting of birth weights for all live calves recorded in the calf crop.

• Complete reporting of weaning weights for all live calves recorded in the calf crop.

KANSAS

Brannan & Reinhardt, Otis

Douthit-Downey Land & Cattle, Saint Francis

Mike Flory, Lawrence

G & R Polled Herefords, Marysville

GLM Herefords, Marysville

Mader Farms, Hoxie

D. Brent McClayland, Alma

Spring Hill Hereford Farms, Blue Rapids

Trademark Genetics, Agenda

VJS Polled Herefords, Hays

MARYLAND

Church View Farm Inc., Millersville

• Complete reporting of yearling weights for all live calves recorded in the calf crop.

• Complete reporting of scrotal measurements for each bull calf with a recorded yearling weight.

• Ultrasound data reported on 25% or more of the calf crop

MINNESOTA

Krogstad Polled Herefords, Fertile

Lester Schafer, Buffalo Lake

MISSISSIPPI

Bayou Pierre Farm, Wesson

Eaves Hereford Farm, Louisville

MISSOURI

Cox Cattle Co., Alton

Day’s Family Farm, Pilot Grove

Lacys Polled Herefords, Drexel

Lucas Farms, Belgrade

Nichols Land & Cattle LLC, Robertsville Reed Farms, Green Ridge

MONTANA

Ehlke Herefords, Townsend

Jack Hickey, Moore

NEBRASKA

Alfred Schutte & Sons, Guide Rock

Blueberry Hill Farms Inc., Norfolk

Joe Brockman, Lawrence

Trenton Schumm Herefords, Guide Rock

Van Newkirk Herefords, Oshkosh

NEW MEXICO

Copeland & Sons LLC, Nara Visa

NEVADA

Genoa Livestock, LLC, Genoa

NEW YORK

Timothy Dennis, Penn Yan

Spring Pond Farm II, Branchport

John & Kathi Wagner, Catskill

NORTH DAKOTA

Mrnak Herefords, Bowman Stuber Ranch, Bowman

OHIO

Rex Bradford, Saint Marys

Rippling Rock Hereford Farm, Blanchester Shaver Farms, Lodi

OKLAHOMA

J. M. Birdwell, Fletcher

Buford Ranches, Cleveland

G4G Cattle, Sallisaw

Mendel Hereford Ranch, Covington

OREGON

Harrell Hereford Ranch, Baker City

PENNSYLVANIA

Flat Stone Lick, Marianna

Kniffen Livestock, Spring Mills

Vogel Valley Farms, Evans City

SOUTH CAROLINA

Fowken Farm, Jonesville

SOUTH DAKOTA

Bar JZ Polled Herefords, Holabird Blacktop Farms, Mitchell

Frederickson Ranch, Spearfish

Mike & Lori Peskey, Iroquois

Ravine Creek Ranch, Huron

TENNESSEE

Billy Ashe, Selmer

Crouch Polled Hereford Farm, McMinnville Ridgetop Farms LLC, Liberty Stan Webster, Chestnut Mound

TEXAS

Eric Daniels, Dalhart Double Diamond Ranch, McDade Indian Mound Ranch, Canadian

JP Family Limited Partnership, San Angelo

Ledbetter Cattle Co., Wheeler Texas Stardance Cattle LLC, Hamilton

WASHINGTON

William Cox, Pomeroy

WEST VIRGINIA

West Virginia University, Morgantown

WISCONSIN

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Spring 2023 Platinum TPR Breeders

Twenty-seven Hereford breeders achieved the Platinum Total Performance Record (TPR™) Breeder status for spring 2023.

The Platinum TPR program was established in 2018 to recognize breeders who participate in the Association’s Whole Herd Total Performance Records (TPR™) program that was implemented in 2001 to create a more accurate database and increase the value of Hereford genetics. The Platinum TPR Breeder is the highest level of achievement when it comes to complete calf crop reporting. Breeders must meet all of

the requirements of Gold TPR Breeder status plus genotype 85% of their calves with a weaning weight submitted.

The Platinum TPR Breeder awards are designated two times a year and are awarded each calving season. The selection of Platinum TPR breeders takes place during the process of loading each new run of expected progeny differences (EPDs) in January (spring) and July (fall). The criteria for Platinum TPR breeders will be evaluated two years prior to the award year. The following spring 2023 TPR awards reflect the spring 2021 calf crop.

The following Hereford breeders earned Platinum TPR status this spring:

ALABAMA

Dry Creek Farm, Pell City

ARKANSAS

Courson Farm, Hamburg

Triple S Ranch, Grannis

CALIFORNIA

Sierra Ranches, Modesto

GEORGIA

Roy Barnes, Marietta

Hardy Edwards, Winterville

Gary Hedrick, Marietta

Colton Pollard, Carrollton

IDAHO

Colyer Herefords, Bruneau

ILLINOIS

Warfel Family Farm, Casey

IOWA

Matt Woolfolk, Adair

KANSAS

Kansas State University, Manhattan

MICHIGAN

Grand Meadows Farm, Ada

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MONTANA

Mark Cooper, Willow Creek

Holden Herefords, Valier

NEBRASKA

T W J Farms, Carroll

OHIO

Lisa Finnegan Keets, Berlin Heights

OKLAHOMA

Express Ranches, Yukon

Kroos Farms, Prague

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• Complete reporting of calving ease and reproductive status for each dam on inventory.

• Complete reporting of birth weights for each live calf recorded in the calf crop.

• Complete reporting of weaning weights for each live calf recorded in the calf crop.

• Complete reporting of yearling weights for each live calf recorded in the calf crop.

• Complete reporting of scrotal measurements for each bull calf in the calf crop with a recorded yearling weight.

TEXAS

Doyle Hereford Ranch, Wolfe City

Flying S Herefords, Dallas

GKB Cattle, Desdemona

Still River Ranch, Van Alstyne

Willis Polled Herefords, Emory

VIRGINIA

Deer Track Farm, Spotsylvania

WISCONSIN

Kevin Stork, New Richmond

WYOMING

Ned & Jan Ward, Sheridan

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Rethink Cow-Calf Profitability

As weaning weights become more static, producers should focus on cow efficiency.

by Katie Maupin Miller

Cow-calf producers in the U.S. often equate more pounds of weaned calves with more profit. Commercial cattlemen chase fast-growing, high-performing genetics to keep their operations in the black. But, research suggests that the quest for bigger calves might have finally reached its cap, with genetic potential slamming into a ceiling of environmental and nutritional limitations.

David Lalman, professor and Extension beef cattle specialist at Oklahoma State University, published a paper in 2019 showing that weaning weights in the North Central/Rocky Mountain region have become stagnant, and calf weights in the South Central Region, are increasing at about the same rate they were in the North prior to 2006. He hypothesized that as the genetics in the South catch up to the cattle in the North, those calves’ growth will also level out.

At some point, expression of genetic potential is (or can be) limited by the environment. Lalman points to Mike Brown’s research from the USDA-ARS Grazinglands Research Laboratory, in El Reno, Okla., as evidence. In this experiment, 160 spring-calving Brangus cows were machine-milked monthly. These cows were sired by bulls ranging from the 5th percentile for milk expected progeny difference (EPD) to the 95th percentile for milk EPD. The cows grazed native rangeland throughout lactation. The researchers found a curvilinear response in milk yield and weaning weights. In other words, within the lower half of the sire milk EPD range, weaning weights increased with increasing genetic potential. However, as sire

milk EPD surpassed the 50th percentile, there was little additional improvement in calf weaning weight. The cows’ milk production and calf weaning weights were limited by the native rangeland grazing system (see Figs. 1-2). Lalman points to high-producing dairy cows as another example. “If those 100 pound milk (per day) cows were turned out on native rangeland to graze throughout lactation with no supplemental grain, their milk yield would plummet,” he says.

Regardless of geographic location, Lalman encourages producers to track their own weaning weight trend over a long period of time. Are your cows weaning heavier calves year after year, or have weaning weights flatlined despite a gradual increase in your bull battery’s weaning weight EPD? If you fall in the latter camp, then added pounds at weaning are not likely to materialize without artificially modifying the ranch environment. Those cases suggest a shift in focus because modifications to the environment are nearly always associated with a substantial increase in cost.

“In operations using herd sires with industry-average or greater growth genetics, weaning weights should be increasing on average over a long period of time. If this has been accomplished without increasing inputs, the message is that selection for increased production (weaning weight) is appropriate and should improve your bottom line. But if they’re not … the focus should shift to either improving the match of the cow herd to your grazing and

management system and capturing advantages of postweaning genetic superiority that you bred into those cattle. Capitalizing on superior post weaning performance and carcass traits can be realized through increased weaned calf price or some form of retained ownership,” Lalman says.

Adding value

Cashing in on the genetic potential is a straightforward way to offset static weaning weights. Whether producers add value through marketing programs or retained ownership, these marketing strategies help producers milk the most value out of their calf crop’s inherent genetics and proper management protocols.

Commercial cattlemen using Hereford genetics, for example, can enroll eligible feeder cattle in the American Hereford Association’s (AHA) Hereford Advantage program, a source and age verification program for calves sired by above-average, carcass-oriented Hereford bulls. Or, producers can consign their Hereford-influenced feeder calves to any of the Herefordinfluenced sales around the country to capture added value from buyers looking for those genetics.

Lastly, AHA offers the Hereford Feedout Program for cow-calf producers to dip their toes into retained ownership with access to the Certified Hereford Beef® marketing grid. The data from this program can help cattlemen determine if retaining ownership of their calf crop could be the most profitable route for their operation.

Optimize cows; maximize profit

While the input side of the profit equation can be overlooked, it has a greater impact on profitability in commercial cow-calf enterprises than do output traits. For example, recent Kansas State University research (Pendell and Herbel, 2021) shows that costs explain more of the difference in profitability among cowcalf enterprises than does increased production (weight), price and weaning percentage. For cow-calf producers seeking to reduce input costs, the answer often lies in the efficiency and suitability of their cow herd. Cows with genetic potential that doesn’t match their environment may be detrimental to an operation’s efficiency.

“Mature cow weight, feed intake and milk are all traits related to annual feed costs and forage needs,” Lalman says. “Improving the match for genetic capacity of the cow herd to environmental resources continues to represent low-hanging fruit in the commercial cow-calf segment in my opinion. The good news is that we have selection tools available today, EPDs, to help keep these traits in check, while at the same time, working to improve post-weaning performance and carcass quality.”

There is a positive genetic correlation between selection for increased growth and mature cow weight. This indicates that, without a plan to keep mature cow weight in check, cow size will continue to increase. The data shows that the contribution of mature cow size to weaning weight is limited in commercial operations. Lalman’s research found that for every additional 100 pounds of cow weight, producers can see an added 6 to 28 pounds of calf weight, depending on the ranch environment. But those extra pounds often come at a high cost in additional cow maintenance. With today’s input costs, Lalman estimates that those added 100 pounds of cow weight would likely increase cow maintenance costs by $70, which isn’t offset by 6 or even 28 additional pounds of calf weight.

“Moderate mature weight cows are more efficient in ranching operations where the cow is expected to thrive in a limited-input management system. Some environmental ‘modifications’ are necessary for optimal animal health and well-being, while others are employed to avoid reproductive failure because the cows are not a good match to their environment. Those modifications can be in the form of earlier calving, more supplemental feed, irrigation, planting expensive introduced forages, reduced stocking rate (so the cattle can select a better-quality diet), Cadillac herd health, parasite control or mineral supplementation programs and the list goes on.” Lalman says.

How cow-calf producers can tell if their cow herd is past the efficiency tipping point can be more challenging. But,

Lalman offers practical advice. If a cattleman notices his input costs for cow maintenance are climbing faster than their weaned calf weights, he suggests culling for efficiency. Cull any fat cows that wean small calves, large cows that are weaning only average-size calves and cows that don’t breed on time. The goal is to keep the most fertile, thrifty cows.

Through his research, Lalman has seen differences in cow efficiency firsthand. In some studies, he has seen the forage requirements of certain cows be double that of their peers.

“We’ve seen differences among individuals within a contemporary group range from 20 to 40 pounds of average daily forage consumption,” Lalman says. “For example, we had two Angus cows that weaned calves weighing around 600 pounds. One of those cows averaged 20 pounds of forage consumption daily while the other cow averaged 44 pounds. The funny thing was the 20-pound cow maintained better body condition.”

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Moderate mature weight cows are more efficient in ranching operations where the cow is expected to thrive in a limited-input management system.

— David Lalman, Oklahoma State University

Figure 1: Milk yield relative to sire Milk EPD

Figure 2: Calf weaning weight relative to sire Milk EPD

Efficient selection

So, how do producers select efficient cows suited for their environment? With many cattlemen poised to build back their cow herds as rain finally quenches land in cattle country, what should they be looking for? Lalman offers the following suggestions:

1) Design a management protocol that ensures gradual progress to improve fertility and stick with it. Select herd sires with superior fertility and stayability EPDs, cull open cows, and select replacement heifers only from those that are born early and from those that are bred early.

2) Economic selection indexes are a simplified method to make progress in multiple traits over time. Some indexes place substantially more weight on growth and carcass traits than they do on cow traits. Do your homework to ensure the index you are using lines up with your long-term selection priorities.

3) Breed average or slightly below breed average for mature cow size, feed intake and milk seems to be the sweet spot in terms of profitability for most commercial cow-calf operations.

4) At the same time (but as a secondary selection criteria), select for improved post-weaning growth and carcass value.

While many commercial cattlemen search for curve benders or sires coupling low birth weights with high growth, Lalman suggests seeking the next generation of curve benders — average or below-average on feed intake, milk and mature weight with above-breed-average growth.

“There are cattle that are below average on feed intake and still above average on yearling weight growth. In the past, we’ve always thought of curve benders as low birth weight. Over time, more proven sires are available with moderate feed intake and above average growth. If you are using those tools in the cow herd, you’re probably headed in the right direction,” Lalman says.

He also suggests producers source their replacements from seedstock operations with similar management and environment to their own.

“Purchasing seedstock is probably as much or more about finding someone with a logical plan that lines up with your own goals and priorities,” Lalman says.

Last and certainly not least, heterosis should not be underestimated.

“According to my genetics colleagues, the advantage of heterosis has not changed,” Lalman says. “The biggest thing heterosis brings to the table is longevity and fertility. Improved longevity and fertility reduce input costs in a commercial cow-calf operation.”

Lalman’s research supports the efficiency advantage of heterosis. In his studies, F1 Herefordsired baldy females not only maintained their body condition scores better than same-sized straightbred Angus peers, but they did so with 2 pounds less forage per day. Lalman says this demonstrates not only the power of heterosis but also breed complementarity. Hereford cattle have long been known for lower feed intake and for added heterosis as the least-related Bos taurus breed.

So, as producers rebuild their cow herds, Lalman suggests an added emphasis on cow fertility and feed efficiency to help drive profitability.

According to my genetics colleagues, the advantage of heterosis has not changed. The biggest thing heterosis brings to the table is longevity and fertility.

— David Lalman, Oklahoma State University

- Calved: 1/21/2021 - Tattoo: BE 101

TJ 2296 CARMEN 105

- Calved: 3/2/2021 - Tattoo: BE 105

Baker Farms

“Fred brought his very best to offer at the Iowa Beef Expo.”

— Joe Rickabaugh

C&L DIRECTION 6153 30J {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF} 17

BULL

N250 Highview Rd., Ixonia, WI 53036 262-617-6346 • sfolkman@bobcatplus.com

C&L MISS ELIZA 4013 J02 ET 34

MGM VANGUARD MOMENTUM 2K {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

P44373730 - Calved: 1/20/2022 - Tattoo: BE 2K

EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

BIRDWELL VANGUARD 5022 9337 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

P44021997 BR SENSATION 028X 3335 5022 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

KCF BENNETT ENCORE Z311 ET {SOD} {CHB}{DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

SLAYTON 634 BOOM Z311/730 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

P43767696 MGM BOOMETE 730 {DLF,HYF,IEF}

Homozygous polled.

BW 79 lb., WW ratio 109

• O utstanding EPDs with performance to match.

• 10 traits in the top 10% with REA, MARB and CHB$ in the top 1-2%.

Both dam and grandam are top donor cows.

C&L MISS ANASTASIA 15E 19J {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

COW

MGM VANGUARD GIRL 35J {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

P44311204 - Calved: 8/25/2021 - Tattoo: BE 35J

EFBEEF BR VALIDATED B413 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

BIRDWELL VANGUARD 5022 9337 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

P44021997 BR SENSATION 028X 3335 5022 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

KCF BENNETT BEDFORD E177 {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF}

MGM LEADER GIRL 36G {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

P44103705 MGM X51 KESSEYS SENSATION 34E {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

Homozygous polled.

BW 67 lb., WW 630 lb.

• Ultrasound REA 11.49 and IMF 5.48, confirms great EPDs.

• Beautiful udders with lots of milk in this family – see dam on our website.

B red to CMF 1720 Gold Rush 569G ET.

Steven Merry 1840 County Rd CC, Hartford, WI 53027 414-881-5274 • steven.merry@aurora.org Videos on mgmpolledherefords.com

COW

Sheriff Polled Herefords

Brad

Tiernan Herefords 3268 White Pole Rd., Stuart, IA 50250 515-205-6115 • metiernan@live.com

SAS MR. JAMESON 221 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

JJ YELLOWJACKET 113

P44258843 - Calved: 3/27/2021 - Tattoo: RE 113

CRR 719 CATAPULT 109 {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF} CHEZ/PUGH/HARA LOGIC 8815F

JJ

P44261256 - Calved: 4/14/2021 - Tattoo: RE 126

OCC JANET 106 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDP}

- Calved: 5/2/2021 - Tattoo: LE 106

SAS MS KATIE 19K

4 4371608 - Calved: 5/5/2022 - Tattoo: LE 19K

tscattle1@gmail.com

package with wide top, thick rear quarter and eye pigment on both eyes with a gentle disposition.

Double J Herefords 23677 195th St. Iowa Falls, IA 50126 641-229-5088

johnson.a.colin@gmail.com

PICK OF SPRING CALVING BRED HEIFERS 29

• Second year in a row for this opportunity offered by Jackson Hereford Farms. Another tremendous set of uniform heifers that will begin calving February 25, 2023 to AI sires:

TH MASTERPLAN 183F

• GERBER HIGH TIME H65

• GG DOSS MITCHEM 3C HISTORIC 3H

• SHF HOUSTON D287 H086

LOEWEN GRADY B42 615.

Upon purchase, the selection must be made prior to February 25, 2023. The seller reserves the right to two (2) IVF flushes of six (6) viable embryos from each flush at seller’s expense buyer’s convenience.

• These heifers are sired by some of the great bulls in the breed such as BR Charles Hutton, Dunkirk, Mr. Canada, Deberard, Grady, Garfield and Masterplan.

For a complete list of females available with complete AI information, please contact us.

JMP LIBERTY TRUST FOCUS N5J {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

•

JonDor Herefords

Jonathan and Dorthy Pettit 28372 State Hwy. 43, Rushford, MN 55971 507-864-2851 • 507-429-3108 cell jondorherefords82@gmail.com

Kent, Debi and Josh 2643 E. 2219, Marseilles, IL 61341 815-326-9639 • pgph@mtco.com

Born and Grazed since 1890

Jackson Hereford Farms

Craig Jackson 35 Indian Ave. Mechanicsville, IA 52306 319-480-1436 • cdj172@gmail.com

www.jacksonherefordfarms.com

www.facebook.com/JacksonHerefordFarms/

GF 018 CARLTON 75 01K {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} 20

TH 22R 16S LAMBEAU 17Y {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

SHADY-BIRCH FORGET ME NOT 7F

P44255233 HAROLDSON’S ELLA 2447 ET 24D

CE BW WW YW MM M&G CHB$

4.7 1.855 85 26 53 122

• A phenomenal yearling bull out of the popular Fresh Prince. A bull that can make show heifers and baldies. Don’t overlook this bull!

Lucas and Dan 18092 N. 1400th St., Effingham, IL 62401 217-663-3390 • goldstein123@outlook.com

J&J 36E LONG HAUL K202

P44400744 - Calved: 1/18/2022 - Tattoo: LE K202/RE JJ

BULL Sire: NJW LONG HAUL 36E ET // MGS: R LEADER 6964

CE BW WW YW MM M&G CHB$

8.7 0.3 55 84 27 55 124

Herd sire alert! A powerhouse that will add power and dimension to any herd.

J&J 36E LONG HAUL K205 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

P44401037 - Calved: 1/26/2022 - Tattoo: LE K205/RE JJ

BULL Sire: NJW LONG HAUL 36E ET // MGS: R LEADER 6964

CE BW WW YW MM M&G CHB$

6.4 1.0 59 87 25 55 116

• Long bodied, super athletic that can fit anyone’s program.

J&J 504C BELLA J101

P44401516 - Calved: 1/20/2021 - Tattoo: LE J101/RE JJ

COW Sire: BEHM 100W CUDA 504C // MGS: R LEADER 6964

CE BW WW YW MM M&G CHB$

6.2 1.8 70 112 35 70 145

• B red AI to NJW Long Haul 36E ET.

5891 E. Waterford Rd. Hartford, WI 53027 262-573-4019 • kkjohnson19@hotmail.com

PH F102 FERNANDO 204 {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF} 18

RIGG 8815 5E. PANDEMIC 8I 13

215 ET

P44354215 - Calved: 1/17/2022 - Tattoo: LE 215

COW NJW 79Z Z311 ENDURE 173D ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

LOEWEN GENESIS G16 ET {CHB} {DLF,HYF,IEF}

P43987463 LOEWEN 77 48 MISS 344N 4RB42ET {DLF,HYF}

DELHAWK KAHUNA

WFC TAILS {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

4/7/2021 - Tattoo: LE WFC/RE J01

BULL CHURCHILL SENSATION 028X {SOD} {DLF,HYF,IEF,MDF} UPS SENSATION 2296 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF,MDF}

43311175 UPS JT MISS NEON 7811 1ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}

H/TSR/CHEZ/FULL THROTTLE ET {DLF,HYF,IEF}

WILDCAT SONNET 5001 ET {DLF,HYF,IEF,MSUDF}

P43622435 HAWK KO ENUFF RHAPSODY 0716 {DLF,IEF}

CE BW WW YW MM M&G CHB$ 4.4 2.5 45 7825 48 93

• Tails is a powerful, thick bull with a lot of eye appeal. Solid, square and a lot of beef throughout.

Tails comes from a solid pedigree, sired by 2296 who has bred many division champions and high selling cattle. His dam is a heavy milking, impressive Full Throttle daughter that is big footed, big framed and a true front pasture cow. His dam is a full sister to Wildcat Vibrato who was a JNHE division champion.

Wallin

Emissions Reporting Battle Brewing

Scope 3 clouds the path for supply chains and their suppliers.

by Macey Mueller

Although U.S. agricultural producers continue to make great strides in environmental, social and economic sustainability efforts, today’s farmers and ranchers are being asked to produce more food to sustain a rapidly growing population — recently topping 8 billion — while constantly overcoming a barrage of increasingly burdensome regulations from governmental agencies.

The latest is a U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule, proposed in March 2022, requiring U.S.-listed companies to “disclose information about their direct greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Scope 1) and indirect emissions from purchased electricity or other forms of energy (Scope 2). In addition, a registrant would be required to disclose GHG emissions from upstream and downstream activities in its value chain (Scope 3), if material or if the registrant has set a GHG emissions target or goal that includes Scope 3 emissions.”

The SEC is charged with enforcing rules against market manipulation and ensuring shareholders have the information they need to be wise investors in publicly traded companies. Mary-Thomas Hart, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) chief counsel, said the proposed climate-related disclosure rule is the latest iteration by the agency to provide more accurate supply chain data for investors.

“In recent years, there’s been an increased interest among certain investors and shareholders to get more supply chain information because they understand the investment risk associated with supply chain disruptions,” Hart says. “That was made most clear in 2021 when we saw supply chain disruptions directly impact the values of those publicly traded companies.”

“Companies are responsible for their footprint as it extends into the supply chain of the product they are procuring to sell, but for a retailer, that can get unwieldy pretty quick,” Stackhouse-Lawson says. “From a reporting standpoint in the beef industry, there is incredible risk because we don’t know how to accurately report and be confident in the process for the entire supply chain.

“According to the proposed rule, Scope 3 emission reporting would be mandatory only if output of those GHGs is significant to investors or companies outline specific targets for them, but it is clear to see every food company would be reporting Scope 3 emissions.”

Claims without a plan

Climate change is currently dominating the conversation in the corporate world, with more than 1,400 companies making public net zero commitments as they attempt to balance the amount of GHGs they produce and the amount they can remove from the atmosphere.

In recent years, there’s been an increased interest among certain investors and shareholders to get more supply chain information because they understand the investment risk associated with supply chain disruptions.

— Mary-Thomas Hart National Cattlemen’s Beef Association

However, after reviewing the more than 2,000-page rule, NCBA and 10 other national trade associations submitted a set of robust technical comments to the SEC outlining the extreme burden Scope 3 reporting could place on the agricultural industry, especially individual producers.

“This was the first time NCBA has ever submitted a set of comments to the SEC because farmers and ranchers have never been subject to SEC rule-making in the past,” Hart explains. “Because they’ve never attempted to regulate our industry, SEC told us they really hadn’t thought about the impacts to agriculture, but those concerns have really come to light during the comment period.”

SEC Climate-Related Disclosures Rule Update

While the Securities Exchange Commission (SEC) is expected to finalize the climate-related disclosures rule in the first half of 2023, a recent Supreme Court ruling in West Virginia v. Environmental Protection Agency will require the SEC to consider the durability of the Scope 3 emissions reporting requirement. The case challenged an administration’s attempt to pass climate change-related regulations, and in the opinion, Justice John Roberts wrote there must be a clear mandate from Congress before an agency begins a rule-making process.

“That certainly calls the emissions disclosure rule into question because there is no statutory language telling the SEC to write any kind of climate-related disclosure rule,” according to Mary-Thomas Hart, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association chief counsel.

Kim StackhouseLawson, director of AgNext and professor of animal science at Colorado State University (CSU), said that while the proposed rule seeks to standardize climate impact reporting and provide clarity for investors, requiring Scope 3 emissions reporting is not only cumbersome but could also have harmful, unintended consequences for U.S. farmers and ranchers.

The trend initially stemmed from the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement, as world leaders attempted to limit global temperature increase and companies began to consider their contribution to the emissions that contribute to temperature change, but it has intensified due to recent public pressures.

“Most companies first came out and said that they were going to be ‘carbon neutral,’ but they have since updated their public commitments to ‘climate neutral’ or ‘net zero’ because of the public greenwashing backlash they received,” Stackhouse-Lawson says.

She added that while Scope 3 emissions account for more than 90% of emissions produced by consumer food companies, none of the companies currently committed to net zero have a plan to achieve that goal by their target dates and there is currently no standard for reporting in place.

“Not one plan was announced alongside these commitments,” Stackhouse-Lawson explains. “And to make matters more complicated, there are more than 6,000 standards a company could use to report their emissions, and every sector — from corporations and government agencies to academia and even carbon markets — is using a completely different standard-setting body.”

Efforts to standardize climate-related disclosures is also a result of evolving financial markets, which have seen a vast reallocation of capital toward sustainable products since the first “green bond” was initiated in 2007.

Stackhouse-Lawson says hedge funds are especially interested in investing dollars in companies with good environmental, social and governance (ESG) protocols, as assets under the ESG umbrella reached $41 trillion globally and are expected to reach $50 trillion by 2025.

To qualify for ESG capital funding, companies have historically only been required to report to one of the thousands of available standards and make that reporting public, but hedge funds are now beginning to dictate which standards should be used and require proof of performance.

“Unfortunately, I worry the beef supply chain doesn’t have enough information to ensure we are accurately reporting emissions and to create confidence in those companies and brands that sell our product and who are vying for ESG funding opportunities,” Stackhouse-Lawson says.

Essential research needed

The proposed Scope 3 emissions reporting rule stands to affect each sector of the beef industry. While the cow-calf sector contributes more than 70% of total methane emissions, feedyards are under especially intense pressure to reduce their footprints because of their proximity in the supply chain to the companies that have net zero commitments.

Sara Place, associate professor of feedlot systems at CSU’s AgNext, says her conversations with cattle feeders have been focused around tools — like lifecycle assessments — to determine an emissions baseline for individual facilities and realistic practices to demonstrate improvements over time.

“Actually measuring the emissions on a commercial feedyard is very cost prohibitive and that’s something that we do more in a research setting,” Place explains. “We are, however, starting to move beyond theoretical discussions to seeing some people on the leading edge thinking critically about how to create a system or plug into a system to document where they are currently.”

The industry is also exploring potential genetic and nutritional strategies to mitigate GHG emissions.

For instance, CSU’s AgNext is collaborating with the American Hereford Association to evaluate the breed’s genetics for methane production and nitrogen excretion. Methane emission, as a genetic trait in cattle, appears to be moderately heritable with genetic correlations (modest to strong) to economically relevant production traits, such as measures of growth, dry matter intake and various estimates of feed efficiency. Previous research also suggests genetics play a significant role in nitrogen excretion by cattle.

As well, pharmaceutical companies are working to get feed additives approved that could potentially reduce beef cattle emissions up to 80%, but Stackhouse-Lawson estimates those are still at least two years out.

“When we put those cattle on the same diet, just in confinement, we have some incredible data that shows a 10% to 15% difference in methane emissions,” Stackhouse-Lawson says. “Enteric methane is a lever we can pull and get some win-wins because reducing the amount of methane an animal produces also means reducing the amount of energy they burn, which equates to efficiency. Basic animal performance selection has helped make huge strides in this area already.”

Those methane-reducing efforts are evident in publicly available data sets, like the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) annual GHG emissions inventory, which provides a per head emissions range, or the USDA’s beef lifecycle assessment, which is updated every five years using Beef Checkoff dollars and provides an emission estimate per pound of beef.

NCBA has suggested both of these tools as potential alternatives to the cumbersome Scope 3 emissions reporting, at least until more accurate and consistent standards are developed.

“Companies could use those data sets rather than mandating individual reports from individual operations and then trying to develop some kind of uniformity with the data,” Hart says. “There are other supply chains around the world that are required to submit this kind of information, and one of the chief complaints in those countries is that there is no standardized way to report because there is no standard calculation.”

Place, who just recently returned to academia after several years in the industry, explains her key motivator in making the move was the ability to do some of the necessary research to test emissions reporting solutions.

“Good science is required to back up all of these estimations and predictions,” she says. “The beef industry needs to stay focused on quality data collection and on solutions to reduce GHG emissions that are economically viable and actually scalable.”

A top herd bull prospect sired by Spearhead Corps Command. This bull is clean and correct and full of muscle. Several more herd bull prospects by Command sell!

One of many top-notch bred heifers selling.This Hutton 4030 ET daughter is out of Federal’s dam, & bred to KASSERINE, a Cuda son out of Command’s mother.

A great daughter of GOLD RUSH out of a top-selling female in the recent Dry Creek Sale. Dam to 101K is a maternal sister to ENCORE. Tremendous cows in this future donor’s pedigree!!

Tremendous all around herd bull prospect sired by EF BEEF A250 TESTED F225, and out of a CUDA daughter that is in the donor pen. This bull has super EPDs, and superior carcass EPDs along with the pleasing phenotype.

A really thick, pigmented son of long time herd sire here SHF DYLAN A191 D35. He’s as thick of a bull that we have raised here.

One of the many Garfields selling. 58J’s mother is a good producing Federal daughter.

A very nice Garfield heifer that can show, but will be a top herd matron. Garfield is a full flush brother to GENESIS, and GRADY.

CT TODD 130J

CT COMMANDER 112J

CT MISS HOMESTYLE 95J ET

CT MISS GOLDEN 1K

CT MISS GOLDEN DOLL 101K

CT MISS TEST 122H

CT GREYHOUND 58J

CT DALLAS 63K

A real angular, femine daughter of F FINAL TEST due to calve to LOEWEN CMF MENDEL.

2023 marks our 71st year in the Polled Hereford business.

Selling 40 bulls, All 2 years old

Selling 33 heifers, 2 years old bred for spring calves

Our herd is ranked high on the list of 2022 Dams of Distinction

We have held 49 successful sales and have sold cattle into 37 states, Canada and Argentina.

PRODUCTION SALE Schutte & Sons

This bull has been a looker since birth. He is a deep red color, with short markings, a red neck, and is the heaviest pigmented bull in the sale. We used him to clean-up cows over the summer and will have some calves out of him this spring.

by: KJ Nella 919E Leader 476G

He is a soggy made bull with a medium frame. He is perfectly marked with a red neck and heavy pigmentation. His mother is a good producing cow that weans top calves.

by: JDH MRD 2Z 33Z Victor 6G ET

She is a dark red

heifer out of a great About Time granddaughter. She is gentle minded and will make a great cow. Bred AI to BEHM 100W Cuda 504C on 6-8-22. Checked safe to AI date. Sired by: NJW 113D 1010 Tough 126F

This is one of our top heifers out of our new 33Z son. She is thick all the way through and has great teat placement. Bred AI to KJ Nella 919E Leader 476G on 6-9-22. Checked safe to AI date. Sired by: JDH MRD 2Z 33Z Victor 6G ET

Simmer

Expect cattle prices to rise steadily this year and then likely spike in 2024 or 2025.

by Wes Ishmael

Cow-calf producers should occupy the proverbial driver’s seat this year and beyond, as cattle feeders and beef packers chase tightening supplies.

“Prices have been trending higher, generally, and ended 2022 on a very strong note. I expect that to continue through 2022 and 2023. Markets have been getting stronger and will probably accelerate this year,” says Derrell Peel, Extension livestock marketing specialist at Oklahoma State University. “The new year looks to contrast with last year with noticeably tighter cattle numbers, especially at the feedlot level, driven by previous herd liquidation and sharply lower feeder cattle supplies.”

Likewise, Katelyn McCullock, director and senior economist with the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC), expects cattle prices to continue rising this year. LMIC projects the annual average price range for steer calves (500-600 pounds, Southern Plains) at $207-$209 per hundredweight (cwt.) this year versus $191.40 last year (see Table 1). Price projections for feeder-weight steers (700-800 pounds, Southern Plains) are $180-$182; they were $168.89 last year. She notes drought will ultimately hold sway over market price levels and timing.

By way of comparison, USDA’s Economic Research Service (ERS) projects the average feeder steer price (750-800 pounds, Oklahoma City) to be $177 per cwt. in the first quarter of 2023, $190 in the second quarter and $214.00 in the third quarter for an annual average price of $201.25. The annual average this year was projected to be $165.68. That’s from December’s monthly Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Outlook.

On average, Peel explains feedlot inventories peaked in December and hit their low in September from 2016 to 2000. However, in 2021, the peak came in February and the ebb in September. In 2022, the ebb came in September and peak numbers may already have been established for a long while.

“Feedlot inventories decreased from November to December. This may signal that the seasonal peak is already in place, although it is too early to be sure,” Peel says. “The last time that December feedlot inventories were lower than November occurred in 2016. In that instance, feedlot inventories decreased in December and January before jumping higher to a belated peak in June 2017. I believe it is unlikely that feedlot inventories will move higher anytime in 2023 and the November 2022 total may be the peak for many months. Time will tell.”

Peel explains cow slaughter will paint the sharp market contrast between this year and last. “We ate inventory and pushed beef production to record levels in 2022,” he says. “You can’t keep doing that. Beef production will drop at least 4-6% in 2023. It will get squeezed more when we start rebuilding.”

The USDA cattle inventory report released at the end of January will likely verify that beef cow numbers declined 3% or more.

“Beef cow and heifer slaughter in 2022 was the most since 1986,” Peel says. “Female liquidation is something we haven’t seen in 20 years, if not 30 or 40 years.”

The last price spike

Many producers and industry pundits liken current supply fundamentals to those that set the stage for the historically high cattle prices in 2014-15, which followed significant drought-forced beef cow liquidation a few years earlier. Prices firmed and rose steadily as cattle supplies declined. Prices spiked when producers

began retaining more heifers to build back the cow inventory, squeezing already snug feeder cattle supplies.

“At some point, the market will break hard to the upside, but that may not be this year,” McCullock says.

Back then, 500-600 pound steers averaged more than $200 per cwt. for a little more than a year. The $280-$300 per cwt. price tags lasted about three months, according to McCullock. There are differences, though.

“The difference compared to last time is that last time we continued to keep replacement heifers through the drought, and we had a pool of heifers to begin rebuilding with. We don’t have a pool of heifers to start with this time,” Peel says. When producers begin rebuilding, he believes the price spike could be more exaggerated than 2014-15 because of how long the drought has lasted and how much of the national herd — beef cows and heifers — has been liquidated.

Differences exist beyond the industry, too.

“Most, if not all of the situation in the 2014-15 period was a domestic cattle situation,” says Glynn Tonsor, agricultural economist at Kansas State University. “I wouldn’t say that is at all the case today. There is as much or more influence coming from outside the industry.”

For one, Tonsor notes the elevated cost structure, everything from interest rates to feed and fuel.

Derrell

As well, McCullock points out the U.S. was entering an economic growth phase in 2014-15. The economy is sputtering today, perhaps headed for economic recession.

“A lot of times, we talk about things in a vacuum, in terms of the drought or the cattle cycle. But there are so many other things that can overshadow them,” McCullock says. “Volatility is probably here to stay, and we won’t see as many clear-cut price drivers and price reactions.”

Even so, the sheer dearth of cattle numbers suggests a price spike is less of a question than when it will occur. All mentioned here believe the spike will likely come next year if not in 2025, in part because the rebuilding process will be a slow go, even when Mother Nature allows.

Given the different dynamics today, prices could spike higher than in 2014-15, or peak at a lower level but last longer, McCullock says. “It changes based on how quickly we can build back the cow herd. And, everyone is facing increased costs to a significant degree, so margins aren’t as wide as they were back then.”

Building back

Opinions differ on whether producers will rebuild the herd to the previous peak of 2019 when there were 31.8 million beef cows at the beginning of the year.

“I’m not optimistic we come back all of the way. My gut says we come back two-thirds or three-quarters of the way, Tonsor says. “One — we don’t need as many cows to hit the beef production target; two — the cost of running every cow has increased so much that we’ll reach equilibrium quicker.”

The national cow herd has declined since the mid-1970s, as genetics, management and technology yielded more beef production per head of beef cow inventory.

Even so, Peel thinks there is a chance to build back the inventory to its previous peak and maybe more. He points out the nation’s cow herd was poised to continue expansion until drought derailed intentions.

By 2019, we were getting back to levels I thought we’d see and were poised to keep growing before the drought. I think the industry has the potential to be a bigger industry, hinging more on the international market, and I still think it does.

—

Peel,

Extension livestock marketing specialist at Oklahoma State University

“By 2019, we were getting back to levels I thought we’d see and were poised to keep growing before the drought,” Peel says. “I think the industry has the potential to be a bigger industry, hinging more on the international market, and I still think it does.”

There could be some regional differences in expansion, too.

In Kansas, for instance, Tonsor says Jan. 1 beef cow numbers were 1.4 million head in 2022 just like they were in 2014. In other areas, where the bulk of national herd rebuilding occurred last time, cattle numbers remained lower than before the previous drought.

Moreover, Tonsor points to the fact that some pastures have been converted to crops over time. “It takes a pretty big carrot to put those fences back up,” he says.

Demand remains key

Of course, consumers will have much to say about how high prices can go.

Domestic beef demand remained resilient last year, but cracks could be appearing.

“Consumers’ finances and their innate ability to pay for beef is a concern. All of my measures say domestic consumer demand was quite good until about four months ago,” Tonsor says. Among those measures is the Beef Demand Monitor, he helps produce, which is funded in part by the beef checkoff.

Table 1: Quarterly Commercial Cattle Pricesa

Superscript (a) Totals may not add due to rounding.

Superscript (b) Projected/Estimated quarter

Superscript (c) Forecasted quarters

Superscript (d) Average of Kansas and Oklahoma Weekly Combined reports

Sources: Livestock Slaughter - USDA/NASS; Steer Prices - USDA/AMS Livestock Market News; Projections and Forecasts by LMIC

“When we ask consumers about their finances relative to the same time last year and what they expect them to be like a year from now, they’re quite pessimistic,” Tonsor says. “Tighter supplies because of drought will only move cattle prices higher relative to our ability to pass along higher prices to the consumer.”

The question is one of how much prices increase. As Peel says, “Beef prices will go higher because we’ll start rationing supply in the domestic and international markets.”

Speaking of which, the international demand for U.S. beef Peel alluded to earlier has been nothing short of remarkable.

“I think we will become more dependent on the export market, and that could mitigate some things like domestic price pressure,” Tonsor says.

Economic and logistical headwinds finally caught up to U.S. beef exports in November, however export value through the first 11 months of the year already exceeded the record $10.58 billion achieved the previous year.

November beef exports totaled 115,777 metric tons (mt), down 6% from the previous year’s large volume, while export value declined nearly 20% to $846.6 million, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

For the first 11 months of the year, beef export value increased 14% year-over-year to $10.9 billion.

January-November export volume was 1.36 million mt, up 3% from the record pace of 2021.

November beef export value equated to $382.46 per head of fed slaughter, down 20% from a year ago, but the January-November average was up 13% to $452.42.

“Similar to the previous month, November results for U.S. beef exports reflected severe headwinds in our large Asian markets,” explains Dan Halstrom, USMEF president and CEO. “Key currencies in the region were still slumping, which impacted the buying power of importers and consumers. COVID-19 cases and lockdowns in China were also intensifying, prompting widespread protests and the eventual lifting of many restrictions. But the U.S. dollar mainly peaked in late October and early November and global demand has remained relatively strong.

Even with a high level of economic uncertainty, 2022 has been a fantastic year for U.S. beef exports and the outlook for the coming year remains positive.”

Despite economic shocks and uncertainties during the last several years, there is no strong indication that softer global economics have weakened U.S. beef demand in East Asia, according to a recent International Agricultural Trade Report — U.S. Beef Exports to Asia on Record Pace — from USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS).

In spite of supply chain disruptions for U.S. fresh or chilled beef, longer shipping times, and higher costs, FAS analysts say East Asian import demand for beef products should remain steady. Demand from the region was record large in 2021 for both volume and value.

“East Asia’s relatively robust middle class has supported the demand for high-quality beef, and a developed e-commerce retail sector has provided flexible avenues for suppliers to promote beef products during the pandemic,” according to the report.

Peel explains the U.S. will export less beef this year because less will be produced, headwinds such as the high U.S. dollar and the fact Australia has finally built back enough numbers from its drought to resume its competitive position in the global marketplace.

But, Peel says, “The U.S. is in a very good place in terms of the global markets, from my perspective.”

In the meantime, drought is the major issue facing producers.

“The revenue side of cattle production will be less of a concern in 2023, at least as far as cattle prices go,” Peel says. “However, managing and maintaining production and managing the rising cost of production will continue to be major challenges for cattle producers this year.”

Most, if not all of the situation in the 2014-15 period was a domestic cattle situation. I wouldn’t say that is at all the case today. There is as much or more influence coming from outside the industry.

— Glynn Tonsor, agricultural economist at Kansas State University

“I wanted to give you our final close out on our steers. You can look at the numbers, but in a nutshell, we averaged 4.4 lbs/day (dry matter conversion of 4.45:1). This was sending them in the middle of December, weighing 620 lbs. We are selling them on the grid, with a base price of $137.00. Scott Hall, Circle 3 Feedyard, said this was the best cost of gain and daily gain he had fed in a very long time. We received a net savings from efficiency and carcass premium of $251/head, or over $20,000 for this pen.

Kevin, I believe much of our quality is a function of the good bulls and females we have gotten from you. I so much appreciate your cattle quality and the way you have been very helpful to me. Thank you!”

— Jim Whitfield, Estancia Valley Cattle, McIntosh, New Mexico

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Safeguard Sire Fertility

Stress hinders breeding performance.

by Katie Maupin Miller

With the average American bull covering 20-30 cows, conservatively, according to Jennifer Koziol, DVM, associate professor of food animal medicine and surgery at Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine, herd sire fertility has an enormous impact on cow-calf producers’ bottom lines.

Keeping herd sires healthy and happy is key to ensuring good conception rates and a solid calf crop for the coming year.

Yet, bull care and management often fall to the back of the mind until breeding season, which can cost producers. Koziol emphasizes the need to manage sires’ health and nutritional status year-round, so they will be ready for service when needed.

“Putting our sires on the worst pasture is one of the most common mistakes I see producers make,” Koziol says. “We forget about those bulls, and we tend to put those bulls on the worst, worst pasture. But we really need to make sure that we are meeting [the bulls’] nutritional needs and that they have adequate, proper nutrition and mineral status all year.”

The Right Ratio

The bull-to-cow ratio varies significantly in the U.S., primarily due to the different geography and topography. After all, cattle on a 20-acre pasture have a much different experience than a herd grazing on a section. But typically, beef producers in America run one sire for every 20-30 cows, conservatively, according to Koziol.

To find the right ratio for your own herd, Koziol offers the following formulas.

Bulls less than 3 years old: One cow per month of age (i.e., a 15-month-old bull can be placed with 15 cows).

Bulls 3 years old or older: One cow per centimeter of scrotal circumference (SC) (i.e., a 3-year-old bull with a 40-centimeter SC can be placed with 40 cows).

She encourages producers to keep sires in a body condition score of five or six all year long rather than scrambling to add weight to bulls shortly before they’re needed. Proper herd health protocols, such as worming, vaccinations and mineral supplementation, and any required hoof trims, ensure sires will be ready for turnout.

Simply put, sires don’t need to be stressed.

Stress less

According to Koziol, stress compromises a sire’s fertility. Any sustained stress — greater than 48 to 72 hours — can negatively impact a bull’s sperm morphology (shape) and motility.

decreased sperm production or sperm production that is inappropriate, meaning the sperm are not going to be formed correctly,” Koziol says.

The spermatogenesis cycle takes just over 60 days. Any insult to a bull’s testicles or hormonal balance, such as stress or injury, will take about two months to recover, Koziol says. While sometimes a bull’s fertility may improve before the 60-day mark, a complete recovery takes at least that amount of time.

It is also possible that a sire’s fertility will not recover in a complete spermatogenesis cycle. A severe enough injury can result in testicular degeneration leaving the bull unable to regenerate healthy testicular tissue.

tail,” as Koziol says, in addition to a scrotal exam, measurement and semen collection to look at both motility of sperm cells.

“Sperm morphology really tells us the biggest story about the potential

But, breeding soundness examinations can’t measure libido and vigor. While the exams will tell producers if their sire has acceptable reproductive tract, they can’t say whether a bull will actively seek out and cover

Still, a routine breeding soundness exam is one of the most effective tools cow-calf producers have in their arsenal to ensure their cows get bred on time.

“Breeding soundness exams before every breeding season are a great investment with a high return on each dollar spent,” Koziol says. “You know, for every dollar spent on the breeding soundness exam, you get somewhere between $5 to $8 in return, so I think that’s a pretty good investment.”

Postseason recovery

Note: Aging sires, often between the ages or 6-8 years old, may begin to experience testicular senility. This means their sperm production will begin to decrease over time. A breeding soundness exam will tell a producer if sperm production is declining in an older bull. If so, these sires may still be utilized in a less rigorous manner, such as a clean-up bull.

Mature bulls, older than 3 years old, used for clean-up following AI: Typically, they are placed with 50 to 60 cows.

Bulls in multi-sire pastures: For every bull after the first bull, the additional sire can only cover half as many cows as he would be expected to service in a single-sire herd, due to bull overlap (i.e. three, 3-year-old bulls with a 40-centimeter SC could cover 80 cows, because the first sire could cover 40 cows and the two additional sires could cover half that many or 20 each).

Note: Multi-sire groups should always be equal in age. Producers shouldn’t mix young and old bulls because of hierarchal concerns.

“Whether that is from environmental stress — being really hot, really cold; nutritional stress — hunger for long periods of time or even low nutrition for a sustained period of time; or illness and things of that nature, when a bull’s cortisol rises, it’s going to decrease fertility,” Koziol says.

More specifically, Koziol explains that increased cortisol levels decrease a bull’s testosterone. This decrease in testosterone disrupts the sire’s spermatogenesis, or sperm production, cycle.

“Anytime we have a decrease in testosterone and the other hormones that go along with testosterone, follicle stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), we can have

“We would see severe degeneration or even fibrosis, and that would be coupled with poor sperm motility and morphology scores,” Koziol says.

These sorts of injuries can be easily spotted during a breeding soundness exam.

Money well spent

A breeding soundness exam is the cheapest insurance you can get for your calf crop, according to Koziol. The exams are designed to identify sub-fertile bulls before the breeding season, so producers can pivot their plans long before using sub-fertile bulls results in open cows.

She recommends cattlemen and women have breeding soundness exams done on their sires 30-45 days before breeding season. This allows time to find a different service sire if needed.

A complete breeding soundness exam includes a physical examination, “from nose to

While a breeding soundness exam isn’t needed postseason unless you’re in an area with a large amount of Trichomoniasis (“Trich”), Koziol recommends producers evaluate their bulls. Give herd sires a onceover to check for any lameness or injuries. Lumps or bumps along the reproductive tract are common injuries a sire may suffer during the breeding season, along with musculoskeletal issues.

If your bull battery appears injury-free postseason, it is still essential to make sure their nutritional needs are met. Sires often lose weight over a breeding season, and their body condition scores will need to get back to the five and six range so that they will be ready for the next season.

Finally, hierarchy needs to be considered year-round when it comes to managing a bull battery. Don’t just kick out the bulls together during the off-season. If possible, sires used in multi-sire pastures should stay together during the offseason. This helps prevent injuries to bulls from fighting.

“Those bulls are just going to hang out and live the good life until the next breeding season,” Koziol says.

A bull battery should be properly managed year-round to make sure the sires are ready for service. Stressed sires are often sub-fertile, and bulls with access to proper nutrition, up to date on their herd health protocols and managed with herd hierarchy in mind are less stressed.

Targeting Critical Performance

Key performance indicators for cow-calf operations

by Stan Bevers

Cattle prices are positioned to increase sharply when the nation’s cow-calf producers can begin rebuilding the national herd. This provides an excellent opportunity for you to review performance measurements that are critical to your operation. These measurements are known as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and are based on production and financial data. You can use these KPIs to evaluate different factors that are crucial to the success of your cow-calf operation. They can help any rancher evaluate whether the operation is fulfilling his or her goals. In a sense, they are a report card that can be used to identify weaknesses in a given operation. Below are 13 KPIs that every rancher should consider as they bring their ranch to full capacity. It is important that you calculate KPIs correctly and base them on good data. Be honest with yourself. In some instances, ranchers find that their financial recordkeeping isn’t as good as it should be. The most accurate KPIs are calculated from financial accrual-adjusted records. Remember that no single KPI assures success. As with a ranch’s resources, the ranch manager must balance the use of these indicators. To focus on one KPI, at the expense of another, will not improve the overall performance of the ranch. As an example, increasing the pounds weaned per exposed female does no good if the nutritional base expense indicator is too high. KPIs have to be in balance for overall performance to be excellent. Finally, most ranches are involved in multiple enterprises. The KPI’s discussed below are strictly for the cow-calf segment of a ranch.

Target Levels

Target levels for the various KPIs have been identified through analysis of herd data from several sources including hundreds of herds in the Beef Cow-calf Standardized Performance Analysis (SPA) program and the author’s research and experience working with individual ranch owners and managers.

1: Pounds weaned per exposed female – greater than 460 pounds per exposed female

The primary objective for owning breeding beef females is to wean calves. While every rancher has this goal, how they accomplish it varies over time. However, the number of calves weaned and how heavy those calves are serve as indicators of ranch productivity.

From a production standpoint, the pounds of weaned calf per exposed female remains the most important production KPI. To calculate this KPI, divide the total pounds of weaned calves by the total number of exposed breeding females that were intended to be bred. This KPI is a function of weaning percentage and weaning weights. A high weaning percentage begins with a high pregnancy rate followed by a high calving percentage. While weaning weights are certainly a function of genetics and management, weather and days of age are the most important determinants. To solve low pounds weaned per exposed female, a rancher should first look at reproduction rates, not at increasing weaning weights.

2: Revenue per breeding female – greater than $950 per breeding female

For a ranch to record net income, it must sell products and generate revenue. In its simplest form, this KPI is a product of pounds weaned being sold for a competitive price. However, revenue per breeding female also includes other items. First, this KPI would include the gains or losses associated with the sales of culled breeding stock. Second, it should include the annual value change (accrual adjustment) of the weaned calves that are kept in the herd as replacement heifers or replacement bulls. Ideally, this value would be the accumulated expenses of the calves; however, many ranchers may choose to use market value. The target figure of $950 per breeding female is based on accumulated expenses, not market value. If you use the market value approach, the KPI should be higher than $950.

3: Nutrition base expense as a percent of total expenses –between 30.0% and 45.0% Because reproduction is the most important factor in ranch productivity, proper herd nutrition is imperative. Yet, no two ranches have exactly the same resources to grow, purchase and maintain the nutritional base required by the breeding herd. Thus, we need to identify three groups of nutritional expenses: 1) expenditures for purchasing forage, protein supplement, salt and minerals; 2) expenses for producing raised feed, such as hay production; 3) costs to maintain and improve grazing for the herd. Those familiar with the Beef Cow-calf SPA analysis

will recognize these as the Raised/ Purchased Feed Expense and the Grazing Expense. To calculate this KPI, start with the total expense of the ranch including owner labor and depreciation. Then, identify the nutritional costs. Most successful ranchers keep nutritional expenses at 30% to 45% of total expenses.

4: Labor and management expense as a percent of total revenue – less than 25% Labor and management expense can be the most variable cost across beef herds. To calculate this KPI, determine the total labor and management expense. If the ranch uses only hired labor and management, this figure is relatively easy to determine. If an owner operates the ranch, he must establish a figure for his labor for this KPI to be comparable. In either case, items such as payroll taxes and employee benefits need to be included. Labor and management costs are higher than most people realize due to the benefits that hired managers receive. To interpret this KPI, the ranch owner should target spending less than $0.25 for labor and management per one dollar of revenue generated.

5: Operating expense as a percentage of total revenue –less than 70% Controlling expenses can be one of the most important exercises for ranch owners and managers. Managers should target operating expenses at less than 70% of total revenue. Operating expenses include all expenses except interest paid and depreciation. If operating expenses are less than 70% of the ranch’s total revenue, the ranch can use the remaining 30% to: 1) pay interest; 2) hold in escrow to cover depreciation expense; 3) retain as net income. Clearly, a ranch will suffer a net loss if operating expenses plus interest expense and depreciation is greater than total revenue.

6: Net income ratio –greater than 5%

This ratio corresponds with the fifth KPI. Net Income is calculated as total revenue minus total expenses. This KPI represents the portion of total revenue that is retained as net income. Put another way, a ranch can do four things with total revenue: 1) pay operating expenses; 2) pay interest expenses; 3) place in escrow to account for depreciation expenses; 4) retain as net income. This KPI records each of the four as a

percent of total revenue. The target is to retain greater than 5% of the total ranch revenue as net income, while the remaining 95% can be used to pay for operating, interest or depreciation costs.

7: Cost per hundredweight (cwt.) of weaned calf – less than $175.00 per cwt.

For a ranch manager, the best number to know is what it takes to produce a pound of weaned calf, or in this case, 100 pounds of weaned calf. This KPI incorporates the productivity of the ranch and the total expenses it took to create that productivity. Every ranch has a different set of resources that it uses to create calves. This KPI illustrates how efficiently that manager is using those resources. When calculated correctly, you can compare this figure to other ranchers across the country regardless of the resources that the manager is using.

Industry wide, this bottom-line KPI is where ranchers compete with one another. Further, it is known that the cattle industry is cyclical and calf prices move between high (resulting in financial profits) and low (generating financial losses). This cyclical movement of prices relative to each ranch’s cost of production is what encourages specific ranchers, and the cow-calf industry in general, to expand or contract. Given current fundamentals, a cost of less than $175 per cwt. is a target ranchers should shoot for.

8: Current ratio – greater than 2.0 Most ranchers have only one significant payday per year. That makes it imperative to have enough liquid assets to combat unforeseen events such as prolonged dry periods. The current ratio KPI reflects a ranch’s ability to pay shortterm liabilities, but also provides an estimate of its ability to quickly mitigate the impact of short-term unknown events. This indicator is calculated by dividing the ranch’s current assets by the liabilities that have to be paid within the year. Current assets can be cash, savings or any other asset that can be quickly turned into cash. Ranchers should strive to maintain a current ratio greater than 2.0.

9: Total investment (market basis) per breeding female –between $7,500 and $15,000 On most ranches, owned land is the major asset on the balance sheet. Currently, external factors have driven land prices higher.

In today’s real estate market, ranchers are finding it hard for breeding cows to pay for any land purchase. Furthermore, potential ranch heirs look at the large investment, labor required and low rate of return and have to wonder whether it would be better to invest elsewhere. The ranch manager’s job is to generate the greatest return on the lowest investment possible. This KPI target range of $7,500 to $15,000 takes into account that some land has already been purchased (or inherited) or that some portion of land the ranch used is leased. To calculate this KPI, divide the total asset investment from the balance sheet by the beginning fiscal year inventory of breeding females.

10: Debt per breeding female – less than $500 per breeding female

Given the low rate of return on assets, most ranches cannot pay for much debt. To illustrate, a target Rate of Return on Assets KPI (see No. 13) is greater than 1.5%. With interest rates greater than 6.0%, it is impractical to purchase assets that will only return 1.5% when interest is costing the ranch 6.0%. This example does not take into account cases where the asset improves the ranch efficiency enough to overcome the interest cost. This KPI can vary with some herds able to handle more debt than others. To calculate this KPI, divide the total debt of the ranch from the balance sheet by the beginning fiscal year inventory of breeding females. In general, successful ranch managers keep the debt per breeding female under $500 each.

11: Equity to asset ratio (market basis) – greater than 50%

The equity to asset ratio is the percentage of a ranch the owner owns. To calculate this KPI, divide the net equity by the total assets. Both figures come from a ranch’s balance sheet. The opposite image of this KPI is the debt to asset ratio that shows the percentage of the ranch owned by others, such as a lender. Few lenders will want to finance a ranch if they already own more than 50% of it. This being the case, you should strive to own more than half of the assets. The type of ranch assets you own will influence whether you can get financing. For example, if your share is made up of land you own, a lender may find it easier to lend money against an equity to asset ratio of less than half.

12: Asset turnover ratio (cost basis) – greater than 22%

Because ranching is such a highly capitalized business, it is vital that the manager generate the greatest possible net income from those assets. The asset turnover ratio illustrates how much those assets are generating (turning). To achieve

a KPI target of 22%, every dollar of asset making up a particular ranch must generate $0.22. This figure may seem quite low, but it demonstrates the nature of the ranching business. To calculate this KPI, divide the net income by the value of assets from the balance sheet.

13: Rate of return on assets (market basis) – Greater than 1.5% Managers depend on the rate of return on assets (ROA) to evaluate their performance. The manager’s charge is to use the ranch’s assets to generate positive net income. In this way, ranch managers are like fund managers on Wall Street. The

difference, however, is the expected ROA. While the long-term return from Wall Street may be greater than 6.0%, the long-term return from breeding beef cows is closer to 0.5%. When calculated correctly, the ROA can be compared to any other asset management business including your savings account at the local bank. To calculate this KPI, start with the net income and add to it the interest expenses for the year. Then, divide this figure by the average value of the assets from the balance sheet. In this case, we use the market value basis as opposed to the cost basis of the assets. Successful ranches have an ROA greater than 1.5% over time.

The 13 KPIs presented here are not the only measures that a ranch should consider. However, these KPI’s provide an excellent starting point for evaluating the financial targets a ranching operation should strive for. Remember, each ranch is unique and possibly involved in multiple enterprises that contribute to the financial wellbeing of the operation. These variations may alter how certain KPIs are viewed.

Editor’s note: Stan Bevers is a ranch consultant and Professor and Extension Economist Emeritus with Texas A&M University.

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Warm, Clean and Dry

Temporary and permanent shelters protect calves from tough winter weather.

by Heather Smith Thomas

Protecting calves from winter cold, moisture and wind — reducing stress and helping to prevent illness — doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive.

A three-sided instant calf shelter can be made from big straw bales with mesh panels — like hog panels — around them to keep the cows from eating the outside surface, and a tarp roof supported by poles placed across the top (between the big straw bales) for rafters. Pole panels can be placed in front so the calves can get into the shelter, but cows cannot. This can be a very effective shelter in an emergency or whenever you don’t have time to make a permanent structure, though the straw bale shelter is not very portable.

One Canadian rancher lets his cow-calf pairs into his barnyard during bad weather and has a feeding area where the calves can get into the barn like a creep and bed in some hay, and the cows can’t get in.

There are also many designs for long-standing calf shelters and ways to build them with all kinds of materials.

The front of this example shelter is partly closed, with an opening low enough to keep cows and cold breezes out. However, if cows have access to the opening, they may reach in to eat bedding or worry about their calves being inside the house. Cows congregating in front of a shelter also creates the risk of calves being stepped on or laid on. Some ranchers keep the area in front of a shelter fenced off with portable panels or an electric wire high enough for calves to go under. Calves can come and go and lounge in bedding in front of the house on a sunny day, but the cows have no access.

Ron Skinner, a veterinarian and rancher near Hall, Mont., made skids and crosspieces for his calf shelters from 6-inch well casing obtained from a salvage business.

Permanent and portable

A long, narrow shelter (8 by 16 feet) can house 15 or more calves. It can be built on wooden runners, enabling it to be moved to different locations, and the narrow width allows it to be pulled through gates. A sloping metal roof (higher in front) sheds rain and snow off the back. A slatted floor keeps calves out of mud or melting snow runoff that may flow across a field, yet allows urine to run down through it, and bedding stays drier. The floor also makes the house more durable and adds weight to the house, making it less vulnerable to strong wind.

“We can push or drag these shelters anywhere and they won’t break,” Skinner says. “The well casing is stiff enough to drag or push over frozen manure piles, and the top of the building won’t flex. We used vertical metal pieces and framed it with angle iron, bolted boards to that and put on a metal roof.”

His calf houses don’t have floors. If the ground or bedding starts to get dirty, he pushes the building to a new location when feeding cows.

“My tractor has forks on the loader for handling round bales, and I just slide the tines under the end of the hutch, pick it up a little

and slide it any direction,” Skinner says. “I roll a little straw off a round bale into the hutch after I move it, for new bedding.”

Many stockmen use some type of three-sided shed, like the super hutches in the dairy industry, with the opening facing to the south and away from cold winds. This also lets morning sun into the shelters.

Joseph Darrington, Ph.D., an agricultural engineer at South Dakota State University, says calves do all right in cold temperatures if they are out of the wind.

“Make sure you keep fresh bedding in shelters and have vents high on the side wall, end wall or roof ridge to allow for ventilation,” Darrington says. “If you are purchasing or constructing the sheds, it is important to have openings near the top so moist air can escape.”

For baby calves, make sure shelters stay clean to avoid contamination from scours; it helps if the shelters are on skids and portable. Then you can regularly move them to clean ground and put in fresh bedding. Provide enough sheds for the group — and move them around as needed.

“Calf hutches for dairy calves have about 12 to 15 square feet per animal and that’s also a good rule of thumb for most beef calves; with that much space per animal the bedding doesn’t get as dirty,” Darrington says.

“You can figure about 10 calves per shed, so you should provide enough sheds for the group — and move them around as needed,” Darrington explains. “With scours being a concern with young calves it pays to give them as much space and clean bedding as is economical.”

Grouping calves by age also reduces the risk of spreading scours through calf concentration. If the calves in one pasture are all about the same age, there are no older calves spreading scours to the younger ones. If the calves in each field are no more than a week apart in age, this decreases the spread of scours since the older calves in a group are often the ones that pass infections to the younger, more susceptible calves. Usually, none of the houses get very crowded if you have enough shelters for all calves in each field.

Situate shelters with openings away from prevailing wind. It’s amazing how warm it can be inside, out of the wind, especially with the body heat of several calves. An advantage to congregating your calves is that they’ll be snug and warm inside the houses.

Rancher creativity

Some ranchers recycle various materials to create calf shelters — everything from big culverts cut in half, to old grain bins and school buses, etc. Anything that can keep calves dry and out of the wind will work, and it’s even better if the shelter is portable. In some cases, however, permanent shelters are just as good, especially if they are situated in good locations and can be cleaned out periodically.

About 30 years ago, a North Dakota rancher cheaply acquired two old school buses when the local school district determined they were no longer functional. He transformed them into calf houses by removing the floor, hood and engine. He fastened old oilfield pipe (2⅞ inches in diameter) along the bottom sides of the bus to make it easier to pull around (like a big sled) with a tractor.

Calves enter the bus through the front opening where the hood and engine once were. Windows were left in the bus and can be opened if it gets too warm inside. The windows also provide plenty of light, and a person can see if there are any calves inside. Side and back doors are kept closed but can be used if a person needs to enter the shelter.

A few small square bales are put inside for bedding. When using these shelters, the rancher places a piece of plywood in the windshield area above the front opening and can slide it down to block the opening if he needs to catch and treat a calf inside the bus.

Calves keep warm more easily if they’re dry and out of the wind. Producers can get creative when it comes to providing shelters — from run-in sheds to large round bales and even upcycled school buses.

You can figure about 10 calves per shed, so you should provide enough sheds for the group — and move them around as needed. With scours being a concern with young calves it pays to give them as much space and clean bedding as is economical.

— Joseph Darrington, Ph.D., South Dakota State University agricultural engineer

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Since 1946, we’ve been striving to build a cowherd that produces with consistency and reliability. We know that in these demanding times it is going to be those key points that continue to drive demand for our customers’ cattle. The pressures on the national cowherd have been overwhelming and with economic pressure, we need these cattle to perform, reproduce, and grade consistently. That’s what we are all about.

You can trust that when you do business with us, you will receive that consistency and reliability. Not just from our cattle, but from us as well. You can rest assure that we will deliver our promise and guarantee to you, because when you buy a Shaw animal, you buy a relationship built on consistent and reliable values, just like what’s built our family.

Real-time Data Improves Cattle Health

New technology enhances BRD detection and treatment.

by Jason Nickell, D.V.M., Ph.D., DACVPM

We can significantly impact the future of animal health through new technologies, allowing cattle producers access to real-time, actionable data that can improve animal management, health outcomes, and ultimately your bottom line. These are three examples.

Using data to predict and manage BRD

Bovine respiratory disease (BRD) complex involves the pathogen (virus or bacteria), the calf (the host), and the environment and stressors, which all work in tandem to cause disease manifestation. BRD is the number one health issue we deal with on a day-to-day basis in post-weaned animals.

There are three categories of data and intelligence use as it relates to BRD – disease prediction, detection, and confirmation.

The ability to predict BRD at the group or lot level using perceived risk factors is a highly inaccurate exercise. Until recently, the only tool to select animals needing an antibiotic was a thermometer. Producers could take the temperature of each calf and only give antibiotics to animals who had a certain elevated rectal temperature. However, research shows fever-based treatment is

less effective than conventional metaphylactic group treatment for decreasing the prevalence of BRD in newly arrived cattle. The data indicates rectal temperature alone is not predictive of BRD incidence.

Metaphylaxis, a tried-andtrue BRD management practice, has historically focused on administering antibiotics to each animal in the group. WHISPER® ON ARRIVAL is the first technology of its kind with the goal of optimizing metaphylaxis use.

The objective is to predict which animals need antimicrobial therapy and which do not. This reduces the cost of treatment and supports judicious antimicrobial use while maintaining the positive attributes of conventional BRD control.

The technology’s predictive algorithm uses up to four data points – the animal’s lung sound, heart sound, rectal temperature, and weight. Heart and lung sounds are captured with a hardware device, while rectal temperature and body weight are currently hand-entered into the application. Based on individual animal examination, the algorithm calculates each animal’s risk of

to antimicrobial therapy for BRD control while leaving the remaining population untreated.

Development studies across four sites demonstrated that pens managed with the technology displayed no statistical differences in health and performance compared to the positive control.

often look alert and conceal signs of sickness if it knows it is being watched.

Pens managed by this technology reduced metaphylactic antibiotic use by 10-43% compared to conventional metaphylaxis.

Detecting BRD via technology

SenseHub® Feedlot technology monitors activity and body temperature to detect sick animals earlier and more accurately. Body temperature is captured by an infrared thermistor that captures ear temperature. A built-in accelerometer measures activity. The hardware is minimal. It consists of the ear tag, an antenna placed strategically on site and a gateway where the data is collected, stored and sent to a data platform. Users receive a report of animals flagged by the system. The tag is assigned to the animal’s visual ID number and lot/pen. In parallel, there is a light on the tag that illuminates so pen riders can easily identify animals with blinking lights on their tag. This allows them to find and remove sick animals with minimal disruption.

Confirming BRD at the chute WHISPER® HOSPITAL technology aids in the diagnosis of BRD by estimating the degree of lung pathology at the time cattle are brought to the chute for assessment. The user receives a severity score of 1-5 (lung pathology, and subsequently the risk of retreatment and mortality rising with an increase in severity). Using the score, producers can determine the severity of the disease and use the data to make treatment and/or management decisions.

Just as precision agriculture has been incorporated into row-crop agriculture, adding new technology can seem like a daunting task. It is important to start with your goals and determine what makes sense for your operation and to seek out those who can help you along the way.

Editor’s note: Jason Nickell is director of insights and outcomes at Merck Animal Health. Copyright © 2022 Merck & Co. Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, and its affiliates. All rights reserved.

The objective is to predict which animals need antimicrobial therapy and which do not. This reduces the cost of treatment and supports judicious antimicrobial use while maintaining the positive attributes of conventional BRD control.

— Jason Nickell, D.V.M. Merck Animal Health

Herd bull prospect with lots of look and balance. He is very correct on his feet and legs. Dam was Fort Worth Champion female and commanded $99,000 as a heifer calf in our 2018 fall female sale. A full brother brought $40,000 in last years sale and three full sisters have averaged $17,500 in our fall female sales.

Here is a fault free son of 9354. He is moderate framed and very correct on his feet and legs with a big square hip and lots of muscle expression. Sire is a son of Bailee and dam is an own daughter of the popular 2296. Balanced set of numbers.

One of three full brothers by Real Deal and the popular D83 donor dam. They all have a super set of balanced EPD’s and have excellent pigment. Two full sisters were a highlight in our fall sale averaging $13,250. This bull was named calf champion in Reno and will be shown in Oklahoma City and Denver.

These horned Belle Heir sons are right for the industry as they are great in structure and muscle mass. They are also very important for the industry as they can add so much to the carcass quality with lots of growth while still maintaining top maternal traits in the cowherd.

One of three full sibs from a tremendous flush. The only full sister was our record selling female in our fall sale at $195,000. Both of the brothers are definite herd bull prospects and will be in our 2023 Denver Pen of Three. They combine the show ring look with performance and additional pigment. 1311 seems to never miss and has produced 1.2 million in progeny sales thus far. 2105 has great EPD and Index values being in the top 3% for 10 traits.

CUDA BELLE 2111

A heifers first calf with a WWR of 118. Another bull with an impeccable set of numbers being in the top 20% for 15 economically important traits and indexes. Extra pigment and big bodied. Sire was sold to ABS.

A definite pen bull for Denver 2023. He is by the ever popular Endure and the 1311 donor that is a full sister to Miles McKee and has produced over 1.2 million in progeny sales. He is a big bodied bull with extra red throughout. In the top 5% for 11 economically important EPD’s and Indexes.

4297 VALIDATED 2132 ET

If you need to increase carcass value in your feeder calves tie to these Validated sons. They are especially strong for marbling. Extremely dark red, red to the ground with great pigment with a long level hip and wide topped.

C 1311 GENESIS 2135 ET

One of three full sibs from a tremendous flush. The only full sister was our record selling female in our fall sale at $195,000. Both of the brothers are definite herd bull prospects and will be in our 2023 Denver Pen of 3. They combine the show ring look with performance and additional pigment. 1311 seems to never miss and has produced 1.2 million in progeny sales thus far. 2135 has great EPD and Index values being in the top 10% in nine economically important traits.

Guy, Sherry and Katie Colyer, 208.845.2313 Kyle, 208.250.3924 • Guy cell: 208.599.0340 email: guy@hereford.com

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C 1311 GENESIS 2105 ET

C 1311 ENDURE 2124 ET

C 9354 VALOR 2059

C 8105

C BELLE HEIR 2100

The Maternal Advantage program generates females with added longevity, more docility, increased fertility and more profit per year. Can be utilized by producers using Hereford bulls on British-based cows or Brahman-based cows in their breeding program.

Premium Red Baldy is designed to take advantage of the best traits of both Hereford and Red Angus. Females must be sired by bulls in the top 50% of the breed for Baldy Maternal Index (BMI$) or Herdbuilder Index (HB).

Occasionally, someone with an idea changes an industry. Bud Williams’ unique methods of handling livestock are being adapted by a growing number of folks in the cattle industry. His way of handling stock is not only easier — and safer — on the animals and the people handling them but also profitable. By reducing handling stress, animal illness and injury, overall health improves.

Bud was born in 1932 on a farm in southern Oregon. He met his wife, Eunice, at a country square dance, and they were married in 1952.

“We worked on cattle and sheep ranches in northern California,” she recalls. “On our first job at a big ranch in the mountains, Bud was horrified at the way they handled the stock. He told me there was no way that he was going to work stock that way.”

He began finding better ways to work with livestock.

“What enabled him to perfect his methods were his great powers of observation and pure stubbornness,” Eunice says. He was able to rotationally graze pastures without fences, taking any type of livestock (including weaned calves) onto unfenced ranges, and teach them to stay together as a herd.

“After our daughters grew up, Bud and I started traveling, taking jobs that were difficult and interesting.

We had excellent results working beef and dairy cattle, sheep, goats, elk, fallow deer, reindeer, bison and hogs. We gathered reindeer above the Arctic Circle in Alaska and wild cattle in Mexico and the Aleutian

Islands, and our way of handling cows resulted in remarkable increases in production in dairy herds,” Eunice explains. In 1989, after urging from people he’d helped, Bud began teaching his methods.

these presentations are inspired to teach others.

Dawn Hnatow was one of his students. She grew up in Alberta on a mixed cattle and grain operation.

“I was working at Vee Tee Feeders in Lloydminster when I first met Bud,” Hnatow says. “He came to work there. I spent about 10 years working with him, learning about his way of handling livestock and saw how much better it was for the livestock and for the people.”

Hnatow moved to Texas to serve as a livestock manager on a ranch Bud and Eunice lived on for a decade. Currently, she leases two ranches and does consulting and teaching.

Bud died in 2012, but his family continues to host schools and clinics to teach his stockmanship principles, and their students continue to spread the word. Many folks who attend

“I feel I need to share what I was blessed to be able to learn. Not many people had the access to Bud that we did, at Vee Tee Feeders and after. Now that he’s gone, several of us are committed to preserving his legacy and his knowledge to the

I think there is a misconception about low-stress livestock handling. People tend to think it is all very slow and quiet — which it is — but it’s also very efficient.

— Dawn Hnatow, rancher and low-stress handling teacher and consultant

best of our ability. It’s a very important message for anyone who handles livestock.”

Stockmanship clinics

“I think there is a misconception about low-stress livestock handling. People tend to think it is all very slow and quiet — which it is — but it’s also very efficient, ” Hnatow says.

Hnatow and Whit Hibbard (another former student of Bud’s) often host clinics together.

“We lay out the basic concepts and techniques that Bud developed over the years and explain to the participants how and why we want to handle cattle this way. It’s such a big paradigm shift when you switch from making animals do things rather than letting them do something. This revolution came first in the horse industry with Tom Dorrance and Ray Hunt.”

Those horsemen paved the way for the adoption of safe livestock handling practices.

“There’s a lot of similarity between that way of thinking and the way Bud taught — make the correct thing easy and the wrong response harder, so the animals choose the correct response, and it becomes their idea,” Hnatow explains. “With cattle you are dealing with multiple animals rather than training a horse, but the concept is the same.”

Many people still don’t understand, however, that cattle are just as trainable as horses and some of those same methods prompt the proper response from cattle.

“All of us, as ranchers, if we have horses, we train them first, before we go out and expect to do a job with them, and the same with a stock dog,” Hnatow says. “But not many people actually consider working with their livestock to prepare them for what we need them to do. This is what was so revolutionary about what Bud did.”

Prior to Bud, most people who handled cattle did it with a “cowboy” mentality, pitting themselves against the animal, rather than realizing that the cow is an individual (like a horse) with a personality and can be influenced by how you handle her.

“This is something Whit and I have talked about because he comes from a fifth-generation ranching family — and they are still ranching and doing a good

job,” Hnatow says. “We’ve talked about the notion that somehow low-stress stockmanship threatens our ranching and cowboy culture and history. Some people may feel that way, but good cowboys want a good job done.”

The older cowboys with a lot of experience have often learned patience and how to handle cattle in ways that work better, whereas many of the younger ones still want to whoop and holler and show off their rodeo skills.

“That’s not a good way to handle cattle, however, if you are shipping that day. You don’t want all that shrink, running them around,” Hnatow explains. “When you show people on paper what that costs and think about the quality of life for the animals and for the people who care for them, it’s exponentially better doing it the low-stress way.”

Basic stockmanship

Low-stress handling removes pressure from animal rights groups, environmentalists and others looking for a bone to pick with livestock producers.

“Anything we can do to mitigate the negative image those folks are trying to portray about us, is a good thing,” Hnatow says.

If the cattle industry steps up to address any animal handling issues and corrects the problem, cattlemen will have a better image.

“There are some really good stock handlers who are doing great things with their animals, and this opens people’s eyes when they can see this,” Hnatow says. “I got to see Bud handle cattle every day and it didn’t take long to figure out that this guy was not just really lucky; he was doing something quite remarkable. He had a very different way of thinking and different way of doing things, and it should be the

benchmark for how things are done with livestock.”

Bud’s steadfast mission to find a better way to handle livestock left a lasting legacy.

“Anyone who knew Bud will tell you that he was a contrarian,” Hnatow says. “He was extremely observant and had a photographic memory. He could recount, in great detail, everything he ever saw. He was also very persistent. He was totally focused and constantly challenging the status quo — not just in the livestock world but in everything. If you told Bud that something couldn’t be done, he would find a way to do it.”

Bud’s method of working livestock consists of learning to “read” what the animal is telling you and changing your position, so it chooses to go where it should. It is important that the animals do not consider you a threat. If you want cattle to move away from you, the worst place you can be is right behind them. That’s their blind spot; they want to turn around and keep an eye on you.

Pressure should be put on cattle coming from the side, at an angle, rather than from behind.

“You take an angle that makes the cow realize that if she doesn’t move up you will be bumping into her, and she will hurry to get past you,” Eunice Williams, Bud Williams’ wife, says. “The only thing that makes stockmanship difficult is that our instincts are wrong for the proper way to handle cattle.”

We have to keep reminding ourselves to be patient and apply pressure without forcing the cattle to do something.

“Bud put more pressure on cattle than just about anybody, but he applied pressure in the right place. That makes all the difference,” Eunice says. “He expected cattle to move right out; he didn’t baby them. But if you are in the wrong place, this is very counterproductive, and the cattle don’t trust you.”

Trust and confidence are huge.

“If you truly believe that the cattle are doing exactly what you are telling them to do (and you are projecting that feeling to them and in the right place) it will work. If you are in the wrong spot, however, you are telling them the wrong thing — like wanting someone to turn right but telling them to go left, and then getting mad at them for going left.”

The customary way is forcing the animal do what you want, but Bud’s way is allowing the animal to do what you want. Rather than blaming the cow for going the wrong way, we must ask ourselves what we did to cause her to react that way.

cause them to panic. As pressure is applied to move the animals, some of it must be released when the animal moves. Constant or excessive pressure panics animals.

in relation to the animal — determines if you will maintain proper position. The speed you move is important, but not as important as the angle.

Market Tracks

Cattle prices continue steady rise.

by Wes Ishmael

Year-over-year price data illustrates steadily growing strength as declining cattle numbers and decreased beef production become more apparent. The trajectory should continue through 2023, building toward likely significantly higher prices once enough producers have adequate moisture and feed to begin retaining more females to expand the national herd.

Prices for steers weighing 600-700 pounds ranged from 8.6% higher year over year in the Southeast to about 12% higher in other regions, according to the Dec. 17 Weekly Feeder and Stocker Cattle Summary from the Agricultural Marketing Service — the last report of the year. The average steer price for the weight range was $192.28 per hundredweight (cwt.) in the North Central region, $181.02 in the South Central region and $163.76 in the Southeast.

Prices were noticeably higher the first week of January as auctions returned to business after the holidays, the calendar turned, and optimism increased with widespread moisture.

The CME Feeder Cattle Index Jan. 4 was 11.2% higher than the same time a year earlier at $180.31. Spot Jan. Feeder Cattle futures at the time were about 13% higher year over year at $183.80.

The five-area monthly weighted average direct fed steer price in December was 12.3% higher year over year on a live basis at $156.53 per cwt. The average steer price in the beef was 13.3% higher at $248.54.

Consumer beef demand remains resilient

Although retail beef prices remained high, albeit a touch lower year over year, domestic and international consumers continued to clear record-large beef production. Based on the last report of the year, estimated beef production for 2022 was 27.8 billion pounds, which was 369.7 million pounds more (+1.3%) year over year. Estimated total cattle slaughter for the year was 33.7 million head, which was 499,000 head more (+1.5%) than the previous year.

Although producers are gaining leverage and inferred packer margins are declining, wholesale beef values continued to encourage packers to maintain aggressive production through the end of the year. Weekly Choice carcass cutout value the last week of 2022 was $280.07 per cwt., which was $15.04 more than a year earlier.

Consumer preference for higher quality continues, as the yearover-year gap between Select and premium Choice widened. The average Choice-Select spread the week of Jan. 3 this year was $24.81 per cwt., versus $12.34 a year earlier.

In USDA’s December World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, beef production for 2023 was projected to be 26.27 billion pounds. That would be 2.1 billion pounds less (-7.5%) than this year’s projected total, which would push beef prices higher and challenge consumers more.

1AMS National Weekly Feeder & Stocker Cattle Summary, weeks ending 12/17/22

2CME Feeder Cattle Index year over year 01/04/23

3USDA Five-area monthly weighted average direct slaughter cattle (negotiated for December), published 01/06/23

4National Weekly Boxed Beef Cutout and Boxed Beef Cuts (negotiated), weekly average for 12/27 to 12/31/21 and 12/26 to 12/30/22

5USDA steer byproduct drop value (FOB central U.S.), 01/05/22 and 01/05/23

6National Weekly five area direct slaughter cattle premiums and discounts, weighted average 01/03/22 and 01/03/23

7Meat Price Spreads, Choice beef values and spreads and all fresh beef retail value, USDA ERS; monthly values (Nov.)

8U.S. Meat Export Foundation data Jan. to Oct. 2021 and 2022

9CME futures 01/05/23 year over year

10 WTI-CME 01/05/23 year over year

11Estimated weekly meat production under federal inspection, year to date 12/30/22

performance and carcass in this 0186H son. 267K has the look and power to move any program to the next level. Really nice patterned bull with eye appeal, a wide base and deep body. Dam is a 215Z daughter with a really nice udder, strong performance numbers and solid carcass.

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Short-marked, correct made 0186H son with style, 100% pigment and loads of rib shape and substance. Pedigree full of bred-in longevity, performance, maternal and carcass. 2 additional flush brothers sell.

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WMC 48H 7H TORNADO 2K

Sire: WMC 173D 1B RED TORNADO 48H

Dam: WMC 2296 2C SENSATIOUS 7H ET Reg# P44370117 • DOB: 01/15/2022

CEDBW WW YW Milk

+1.7+3.6+63+107+33

REA MARB CHB +0.72+0.16+$ 140

WMC CMR G867 DEVOTION K24

Sire: JW B716 DEVOUT 20183

Dam: CMR Y620 MANDY G867 ET Reg# P44421486 • DOB: 02/12/2022

CEDBW WW YW Milk

+9.0+1.4+64+101+31

REA MARB CHB

+0.60+0.31+$ 132

WMC 20183 44H DEVOUT 6K

Sire: JW B716 DEVOUT 20183

Dam: WMC 384E RACHAEL 44H Reg# P44372797 • DOB: 01/18/2022

CEDBW WW YW Milk

+8.0+0.9+61+95+31

REA MARB CHB +0.50+0.29+$ 116

WMC 9337 25G VANGAURD 8K

Sire: BIRDWELL VANGUARD

CEDBW WW YW Milk

+5.3+0.4+57+87+21

REA MARB CHB +0.31+0.29+$ 120

WMC BB 384E 42F EPIC 128J

Sire: CMF 3005 EPIC 384E ET

Dam: MHF 167Y 333 42F ET Reg# P44421884 • DOB: 12/30/2021

CEDBW WW YW Milk

+5.2+0.9+58+93+28

REA MARB CHB

+0.91+0.42+$ 164

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Western States National Hereford Show Winners Named

C D83 Miles 1266 ET and C 0195 Black Hawk Lass 2010 topped the female show, and HL Stimulus 2108 ET and C 5355C Belle Air 1085 ET took home champion bull honors at the 2022 Western States National Hereford Show in Reno, Nev., Dec. 2-3. Judge Troy Thomas, Harrold, S.D., sorted the 156-head show.

Female Show Winners

Taylor De Jong, Lebanon, Ore., exhibited the grand champion horned cow-calf pair, PCC New Mexico Lady 0202 ET. She is a March 16, 2020, daughter of NJW 79Z 22Z Mighty 49C ET.

C 5355C Belle Air 1085 ET

Grand and champion horned yearling bull, Colyer Herefords, Bruneau, Idaho, with a Jan. 8,

son of BR Belle Air 6011.

C 8086 Sancho 1084 ET

Reserve grand and reserve champion horned yearling bull, Bowling Herefords, Newkirk, Okla.; Colyer Herefords, Bruneau, Idaho; and Bill King, Moriarty, N.M., with a Jan. 7, 2021, son of ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas, exhibited the champion polled female, C 0195 Black Hawk Lass 2010. She is a Jan. 1, 2022, daughter of C CJC 4264 / 4013 / 0195 and was first named champion polled junior heifer calf. FCC 561C Fancy Gal 2950, exhibited by Hadley and Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif., claimed reserve champion polled female honors. She is a May 4, 2022, daughter of T/R BPF AmericanClassic 561CET and was first named champion spring heifer calf. Cruz Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, exhibited the champion horned female, C D83 Miles 1266 ET. She is an Aug. 25, 2021, daughter of C Double Your Miles 6077 ET, and was first named champion horned senior heifer calf. Sara McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore., exhibited the reserve champion horned female, Harfst BF 308F Ada 2104 ET. She is a March 6, 2021, daughter of SR Dominate 308F ET and was first named champion horned spring yearling female.

HDCC Domino Time Lady 919, exhibited by High Desert Cattle Co., Canyon City, Ore., was the grand champion polled cow-calf pair. She is a Feb. 6, 2019, daughter of M AB 0161 Drinkin Time 1710 ET.

Bull Show Winners

Hadley and Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif.; Hoffman Herefords, Thedford, Neb.; and Stellpflug Cattle Co. LLC, Glenrock, Wyo., exhibited the grand champion polled bull, HL Stimulus 2108 ET. He is a March 5, 2021, son of NJW 79Z Z311 Endure 173D ET. He was first named champion polled yearling bull. Jessica and Cody Jensen, Courtland, Kan., and Silveira Bros., Firebaugh, Calif., exhibited the reserve champion polled bull, CCJ Silveiras Paramour 321J. He is a Feb. 24, 2021, of ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET and was first named reserve champion polled yearling bull. C 5355C Belle Air 1085 ET, exhibited by Colyer Herefords, Bruneau, Idaho, took home the champion horned bull title. He is a Jan. 8, 2021, son of BR Belle Air 6011 and was first named the champion

Additional horned division results

Champion spring heifer calf: Brumley Farms, Orovada, Nev., with BF 8029 9037 Emma 232K by SR Rio Bravo 8029 ET.

Reserve champion spring heifer calf: Carly Wheeler, Templeton, Calif.; and Braden Wheeler, Paso Robles, Calif.; with ECR FCC Lady Sensation 209 ET by BR CSF Copper ET.

Champion junior heifer calf: Fallon & Gunnar Gohr, Madras, Ore., with GOHR Irwin Tanya 2015 by HAPP BK Valor 37C ET.

Reserve champion junior heifer calf: Darcy Bedortha, Prineville, Ore., with C 9490 Katie Advance 2225 by ECR 628 Advance 9490 ET.

Reserve champion senior heifer calf: Cruz Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, with C D83 Miles 1267 ET by C Double Your Miles 6077 ET.

Champion intermediate female: Colby & Ryan Rogers, Worley, Idaho, with RH 8923 Jackie J4 by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

Reserve champion spring yearling female: Bennett Holt, Caldwell, Idaho, with JB Julie 15J by NJW 79Z 22Z Mighty 49C ET.

C D83 Miles 1266 ET

Grand and champion horned senior heifer calf, Cruz Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, with an Aug. 25, 2021, daughter of C Double Your Miles 6077 ET.

Champion junior yearling female: Piper Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, with C 8086 Lady Sancho 1066 ET by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

Reserve champion junior yearling female: Amanda Vossbeck, Lynden, Wash., with C 8086 Lady Sancho 1042 ET by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

Champion senior yearling female: Fallon & Gunnar Gohr, with GOHR Platinum 0072 by GOHR 0245 Payday 6026.

Champion spring bull calf: Silver Fir Farms, Lynden, Wash., with SFF Cotton’s Belle Air 11K by C SFF 6011 Belmont 01G.

Reserve champion spring bull calf: Kurtis Vossbeck, Lynden, Wash., with SFF Mr Belle Air 10K by C SFF 6011 Belmont 01G.

Champion junior bull calf: Weimer Cattle Co., Susanville, Calif., with TCW Historic 81E 201K by NJW 160B 028X Historic 81E ET.

Reserve champion junior bull calf: Piper Colyer, with C 9354 Valor 2059 by C BAR1 Bailee Valor 9354 ET.

Champion senior bull calf: Murphy Herefords, Farmington, Calif., with MH Bank Note 110J ET by EXR Bankroll 8130 ET.

Reserve champion senior bull calf: Joseph Schohr, Oroville, Calif., with SS AS Belle Rock 2113 by C Belle Air 8016.

Champion senior bull: Ryan Rogers; and Bianchi Ranches, Gilroy, Calif.; with RH 8923 High Class H7 by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

Reserve champion senior bull: Sarah McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore., with SLC 55C Ramblin Man 7H by JTH SC Waylon 55C

ET.

ET.

Harfst BF 308F Ada 2104 ET

Reserve and champion horned spring yearling female, Sara McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore., with a March 6, 2021, daughter of SR Dominate 308F

horned yearling bull. Bowling Herefords, Newkirk, Okla.; Colyer Herefords; and Bill King, Moriarty, N.M., exhibited the reserve champion horned bull, C 8086 Sancho 1084 ET, a Jan. 7, 2021, son of ECR Ivys Advance 8923 ET. He was first named the reserve champion horned senior yearling bull.

Other Show Awards

At the conclusion of the show, Hadley and Hannah Harrison were named polled premier exhibitor. Fallon Gohr, Madras, Ore., was named the horned premier exhibitor and breeder. Premier polled breeder honors went to Cache Cattle Co., Wellsville, Utah.

Hadley and Hannah Harrison exhibited the best six head. High Desert Cattle Co. exhibited the champion get of sire, sired by UPS 2296 Sensation 8080.

On Dec. 2, the $2,500 John Ascuaga Memorial Scholarship was awarded to Presley Ramey, Caldwell, Idaho. During the 2015 Western Nugget National Hereford Show and Sale, funds were donated in recognition of longtime Nugget Casino owner, rancher and Hereford advocate, Ascuaga. The scholarship is now managed by the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA).

PCC New Mexico Lady 0202 ET

Grand champion horned cow-calf pair, Taylor De Jong,

HL Stimulus 2108 ET

Grand and champion polled yearling bull, Hadley & Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif.; Hoffman Herefords, Thedford, Neb.; and Stellpflug Cattle Co. LLC, Glenrock, Wyo.; with a March 5, 2021, son of NJW

HDCC Domino Time Lady 919

Grand champion polled cow-calf pair, High Desert Cattle Co., Canyon City, Ore., with a Feb. 6, 2019, daughter of M AB 0161 Drinkin Time 1710 ET.

In addition to the John Ascuaga Memorial Scholarship, the inaugural Willard Wolf Memorial Scholarship was awarded. During the 2021 Western States National Hereford Show and Sale, a HYFA scholarship fund was established in honor of Willard Wolf. Wolf had a career spanning more than 33 years with

the American Hereford Association, serving the Western states and touching countless lives. He was instrumental in organizing the Western States National Hereford Show and Sale formerly known as the ‘Nugget.’ Raney Anderson, Canyon City, Ore., and Lydia Shaw, Caldwell, Idaho, both received $1,500 scholarships in memory of Wolf.

To view complete results of the 2022 Western States Hereford Show visit Hereford.org/events.

Editor’s Note: The EPDs published are reflective of the show date. Visit Hereford.org to view current EPDs.

Additional polled division results

Reserve champion spring heifer calf: Hadley & Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif., with HL MCKY Monroe 2206 ET by CH High Roller 756 ET.

Reserve champion junior heifer calf: Cruz Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, with C D83 Real Deal 2039 ET by C Real Deal 0137 ET.

Champion senior heifer calf: Sarah McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore., with Harfst D56 Destiny 121 ET by KJ BJ Contender D56 ET.

Reserve champion senior heifer calf: Brumley Farms, Orovada, Nev., with KJ 746D Coco Beach 536J ET by JDH AH Benton 8G ET.

Champion intermediate female: Fallon Gohr, Madras, Ore., with GOHR Chevelle 396 by C GOHR Thrill Ride 4105.

Reserve champion intermediate female: Chance Ward, Orland, Calif., with BF 8426 Fancy Like 1003 ET by H The Profit 8426 ET.

Champion spring yearling female: Sarah McCann Harfst, with BHR Justine 121 by PCC 527C 49C Justified 8125 ET.

Reserve champion spring yearling female: Tymber & Chyloh Billman, Blackfoot, Idaho, with ANL ACDT 7437 Mont 115 ET 132J by H Montgomery 7437 ET.

Champion junior yearling female: Gentry Gudel, Wilton, Calif., with PSC SCC Loretta 1012 ET by CH High Roller 756 ET.

Reserve champion junior yearling female: Fallon & Gunnar Gohr, Madras, Ore., with C D715

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Champion spring bull calf: Cache Cattle Co., Wellsville, Utah, with CC 00127 10H Cash

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Reserve champion spring bull calf: David Knieling, Salem, Ore., with KPH Stetson 2296 15K ET by UPS Sensation 2296 ET.

Champion junior bull calf: Colyer Herefords, Bruneau, Idaho, with C D83 Real Deal 2094 ET by C Real Deal 0137 ET.

Reserve champion junior bull calf: Brumley Farms, with BF 8029 The Rio Grande 201K by SR Rio Bravo 8029 ET.

Champion intermediate yearling bull: Logan Pomi, Petaluma, Calif., with PR Titan 192 by JDH 4X Ultimate 236Z 94B.

Reserve champion intermediate yearling bull: Brynn Kirkpatrick, Olympia, Wash., with Black Hills Curry 121 by CRR 109 Catapult 322.

Champion senior bull: Wooden Shoe Farms, Blackfoot, Idaho, with KW WSF Setting Trends H249 by WSF Trend Setter C35 ET.

Reserve champion senior bull: Brody & Tristen Leo, Snelling, Calif.; and Kaitlin Dores, Gustine, Calif.; with KD Lethargic 005 by H Montgomery 7437 ET.

CCJ Silveiras Paramour 321J

Reserve grand and reserve champion polled yearling bull, Jessica & Cody Jensen, Courtland, Kan.; and Silveira Bros., Firebaugh, Calif.; with a Feb. 24, 2021, son of ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

polled junior heifer calf, GKB Cattle, Desdemona, Texas, with a Jan. 1, 2022, daughter of C CJC 4264 / 4013 / 0195.

FCC 561C Fancy Gal 2950 Reserve grand and champion polled spring heifer calf, Hadley & Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif., with a May 4, 2022, daughter of T/R BPF AmericanClassic 561CET.

C 0195 Black Hawk Lass 2010 Grand and champion

Western States Junior Show

The 144-head Western States Junior Hereford show was held Dec. 1, 2022, in Reno, Nev. Shane Meier, Stonewall, Texas, sorted the owned junior females while Lydell Meier, Clinton, Tenn., judged the bredand-owned females. The Meier brothers sorted the bred-and-owned bulls and steers together.

Fallon Gohr, Madras, Ore., exhibited the grand champion owned female, GOHR Chevelle 396. She is a May 18, 2021, daughter of C GOHR Thrill Ride 4105 and was first named champion intermediate yearling female.

Taking top honors in the steer show were Hadley and Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif., with HL Fresh Prince 2210 ET, a March 20, 2022, son of Bar Star Fresh Prince 018 ET. Gentry Gudel, Wilton, Calif., exhibited the reserve champion steer, SWSC Frankie 116F ET. He is a Feb. 15, 2022, son of UPS Sensation 2296 ET.

Fallon Gohr exhibited the grand champion bredand-owned bull, GOHR Miles McKee 0064 ET. He is a Sept. 3, 2020, son of C Miles McKee 2103 ET. Ryan Rogers, Worley, Idaho, and Bianchi Ranches, Gilroy,

claimed top honors in the owned female show. Cruz Colyer, Bruneau, Idaho, claimed reserve champion bredand-owned female honors with C D83 Miles 1267 ET, an Aug. 25, 2021, daughter by C Double Your Miles 6077 ET. Harfst D56 Destiny 121 ET, a Nov. 6, 2021, daughter by KJ BJ 58Z Contender D56 ET, was the third overall bred-and-owned female exhibited by Sara McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore. HL Rita 2220 ET, an April 10, 2022, daughter H The Profit 8426 ET, shown by Hadley and Hannah Harrison, was the fourth overall bred-and-owned female.

Taylor De Jong, Lebanon, Ore., exhibited the grand champion owned cow-calf pair, PCC New Mexico Lady 0202 ET. She is a March 16, 2020, daughter of NJW 79Z 22Z Mighty 49C ET.

Fallon Gohr was also named premier breeder.

Reserve champion bred-and-owned bull, Ryan Rogers, Worley, Idaho; and Bianchi Ranches, Gilroy, Calif.; with RH 8923 High Class H7, 12/23/2020, by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET.

Third overall bred-and-owned female, Sarah McCann Harfst, Jacksonville, Ore., with Harfst D56 Destiny 121 ET, 11/6/2021, by KJ BJ 58Z Contender D56 ET.

Champion steer, Hadley & Hannah Harrison, Montague, Calif., with HL Fresh Prince 2210 ET, 3/20/2022, by Bar Star Fresh Prince 018 ET.

Reserve champion steer, Gentry Gudel, Wilton, Calif., with SWSC Frankie 116F ET, 2/15/2022, by UPS Sensation 2296 ET.

Kaylee Knaus, Acme, Wash., with GOHR Snickers 1120 ET, 11/12/2021, by CH High Roller 756 ET.

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Substituting Colostrum

Replacements are not created equal.

by Heather Smith Thomas

Newborn calves need colostrum to help combat diseases they may face in the first weeks of life. Calves that don’t get adequate levels of antibodies or receive any colostrum are most at risk, says Dr. Geof Smith, Zoetis dairy technical services veterinarian and prior longtime North Carolina State University professor of ruminant medicine. If at-risk calves get sick,

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they also shed pathogens into the environment at a much greater rate than calves that received adequate colostrum.

The best scenario is for every newborn calf to nurse its dam within the first two hours after birth; however, some calves are unable to nurse because the dam has large teats or rejects her calf and won’t let it suckle. In cold weather, a newborn may become

Colostrum alternative selection depends on the situation, according to Dr. Deborah Haines, founder of the Saskatoon Colostrum Company and University of Saskatchewan’s Western College of Veterinary Medicine professor and immunologist. “We founded the company in order to use excess dairy colostrum for the benefit of beef calves. My family is involved with cattle in northern Alberta and both my brothers have beef cattle,” she says.

“Colostrum products for calves are priced based on the amount of IgG. If you look at the label and it has 60 grams of IgG, or 100 grams, this is what most people judge it by,” Haines says.

Products with lower amounts are considered supplements; whereas, those with higher levels of IgG are considered colostrum replacements.

“However, other components in colostrum are also important — but rarely listed on the label. The antibody is considered the key ingredient. Yet equally important are some of the other factors, and the most important of those is fat,” according to Haines. Fat gives the calf energy to stay warm, move around, keep up with mom and continue to nurse.

“The minute they hit the ground, their own metabolic processes have to kick in and maintain body temperature. Otherwise, they plunge into hypothermia. A newborn calf has very little body fat for energy reserves. These calves have only a few hours’ worth of fuel in fat. Very quickly they need to metabolize energy from other sources,” she explains.

chilled before it can nurse. In these cases, producers must help the calf nurse or provide colostrum or a colostrum substitute.

Replacers or supplements

There are several colostrum replacers or substitutes, which contain lots of antibodies. Colostrum supplements are intended for calves that do receive some colostrum from their dams; they’re not intended to be the sole source of antibodies. Conversely, colostrum replacers are intended to be fed to calves in place of a cow’s colostrum. Some products are more effective than others.

“Every beef producer should have a few bags of replacer for emergencies. These are much easier to keep and better from a bio-security standpoint than trying to get colostrum from a dairy (which may contain disease pathogens that are common in dairies, that you don’t want to bring to your ranch). It’s a lot easier to keep a couple bags of replacer in the cabinet than to go looking for some in the middle of the night,” Smith says.

A powdered replacer (mixed with warm water for immediate feeding) can be simpler than milking the cow or storing extra colostrum from a few cows each year to freeze.

“There is great variation in quality of products, however, and price. You usually get what you pay for,” Smith explains. “When using this as an emergency source and only needing a couple bags on

hand, it makes sense to buy a good quality replacer.”

He has researched many colostrum replacers throughout his career and has found wide variation in their effectiveness.

“There is a difference between replacers and supplements. The latter are products (mainly for dairy calves) designed to be given along with colostrum. Generally, they have fairly low IgG

(Immunoglobulin G antibodies) concentrations, such as 50 grams or less,” Smith says.

Colostrum replacers, as a rule, will contain at least 150 grams of IgG per dose. There are two kinds of replacers — blood-based, made from plasma harvested from processed cattle, and colostrumbased, collected from dairies and dried into a powder. Blood-based colostrum replacers have been on and off the market because of BSE (bovine spongiform encephalopathy) concerns.

“For a while, people thought we should ban all feeding of blood-based products, but these

All newborn mammals have high levels of internal “brown” fat, mainly around the kidneys, as opposed to white fat that stores energy. “Brown fat does not store energy; it simply acts as a little furnace that can convert fat into heat,” Haines says. There is a limit to how long stored body fat can supply heat, so the calf needs fat from colostrum as soon as possible to provide fuel to maintain body temperature.

“It is important when choosing a colostrum product to know that it contains fat. However, fat is not a listed ingredient on most products. Products made from blood serum do not have any fat. Some products have fat added, such as tallow or vegetable fat, but it’s not nearly as good. The fat in colostrum is unique,” she says.

There is a lot more fat in colostrum than in regular milk.

“Fat in colostrum is higher in quantity and quality. These fat globules are composed of different structures, with different molecules than found in other fat sources. We did a study recently with dairy heifers in California. We looked at feeding full-fat colostrum versus the same colostrum with fat removed. There was a difference in the heifers’ ability to maintain body temperature, but also there were long-term differences in their productivity (body weight, feed conversion, etc.) Everything is better in the heifers that were fed full-fat colostrum versus the colostrum without fat,” Haines says.

“The importance of fat in colostrum cannot be emphasized enough, not only on day one for maintaining body temperature, but also long-term tor setting up the liver and other body systems for optimal metabolism,” she says.

When using this as an emergency source and only needing a couple bags on hand, it makes sense to buy a good quality replacer.

— Dr. Geof Smith Zoetis dairy technical services veterinarian

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are considered to have zero risk for transmission of BSE because the organism that causes BSE lives only in the brain; we don’t find it in the blood,” Smith says. “Blood-based colostrum replacers don’t contain any cells; the manufacturers spin off the plasma and use it. In terms of disease risk, it would be low. Also, they irradiate it, which would kill any bacteria or viruses.”

The radiation kills the pathogens but does not harm the antibodies. Excessive heating is what destroys antibodies, and this is why you can’t autoclave or pasteurize colostrum at high temperatures (or thaw frozen colostrum with high temperatures). Plasma-based products are tested periodically to ensure irradiation is removing all pathogens.

“A company in Canada makes most of the (dried bovine colostrum) products with colostrum purchased from dairies. They make sure it is high quality, dry it into a powder and irradiate it to kill any pathogens. They contract with dairies and make sure the cows are vaccinated to have antibodies against all the major diseases the calves might be exposed to,” Smith says.

Choosing quality

When choosing a colostrum replacer, select one that performed well in tests. The amount of antibodies the product contains isn’t always an indicator of its quality. “What we found through research is that this is not always the determining factor on how effective it is. We tried to figure out how much antibody should be in a colostrum replacer, but we tested some replacers that had about 100 grams of IgG and worked fairly well and tested some with much higher levels (150 to 180 grams) that didn’t work as well to protect the calves. It’s not as simple as just looking at the numbers,” Smith says.

IgG absorbtion seems to be more correlated to the added protection each product offers.

“With some products the calves seem to absorb these fairly well, and others not so much. We don’t know why this is, but it may be differences in the manufacturing. I recommend choosing a product that has been tested, that you know has worked,” he says. “If you are considering using a new product, ask to see some data where they’ve actually done studies showing it works. Just saying it has enough antibodies is not what you should go by. We’ve seen many differences when testing these products in the same animal model. I’ve done four or five trials on products and see drastically different results. So, I advise using a product that’s been tested or recommended or proven

to be effective. Make sure there is some existing data.”

Keep it handy Colostrum replacers can be a great time and labor saver. Frozen colostrum is nice to have, and it will keep up to a year or more in your freezer. “If it’s 2 years old the quality may be questionable, but still better than no colostrum. Generally, a couple quarts of beef colostrum will be adequate,” Smith says.

But thawing the colostrum takes time, and the powdered product is much faster. A good, powdered replacer can be handy to grab in an emergency.

“If I go to a farm to assist a calving, I always take a couple bags. Usually, I feel obligated to help get the calf up and going after we get it born or to help the producer get it on the cow. If we have to thaw frozen colostrum, it takes a couple hours. If I have some replacer, I can feed it to the calf and be back in my truck and gone much quicker,” Smith says.

If the dam is a heifer that needs time to bond with her calf, colostrum replacer can buy the pair some time without having to fight with the new mother to milk out colostrum. Then, the calf will be off to a good start and can find the udder in its own good time.

Make sure the colostrum or replacer mix is warm enough. It should be above body temperature and feel warm to your finger, but not hot. If nursing from a bottle, the calf will always be more interested if it’s warm.

The sooner you can get the colostrum into the calf, the better. A calf’s ability to absorb antibodies starts to drop after birth and diminishes greatly by the time the calf is 12 hours old. A cold or stressed calf loses this ability even sooner than a normal calf.

“Our goal is to have colostrum in the calf during the first six hours and preferably the first two hours,” Smith says.

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Weathering Winter

Tips to manage cattle’s nutrition through the winter.

by Purina Animal Nutrition

Winter can challenge cattlemen, but these quick management tips can help producers be prepared for colder weather.

Prepare water sources for winter

Water is the most essential nutrient for cattle production. It’s used for regulating body temperature, growth, reproduction, lactation, digestion and

Table 1: Hay Storage Losses: Percent Dry Matter Lost After Six Months of Storage2

including insulated troughs and pipelines, electric and propane heaters, solar power, and heat tape or geothermic heat. An

Your plan could include tasks like performing regular maintenance, turning on water heaters and starting continuous flow on automatic cattle waterers.

When building a new site, think ahead and consider laying pipes deeper and using insulated pipes to prevent freezing. It will save you a lot of hassle down the road.

Reduce winter hay waste

Feed expenses are one of the highest variable costs for cattle operations annually. The cost of hay to get your herd through the winter months accounts for a significant percentage of those expenses and can impact your profitability. Research has shown that more than 50% of hay may be wasted by poor storage methods or inefficient feeding practices.1

Let’s consider what storage and feeding adjustments you can make to help reduce hay waste.

No. 1: Hay storage — Improving your hay storage strategy (Table 1) is an investment that can pay off in the long run. Storing hay uncovered on bare ground is the cheapest and easiest method, but it comes at a cost. This storage method can lead to almost 30% dry matter loss in six months.1

dry matter loss, but they also have a higher investment cost and may be less convenient.1

No. 2: Feeding hay — Much of the waste that comes with feeding hay results from hay getting trampled or soiled. Limiting the amount of hay fed at one time can help limit waste. Research demonstrates that adjusting from feeding a four-day supply to a oneday supply can reduce waste by around 20%.3

Utilizing a feeder has also been shown to reduce hay waste by as much as 45%.2 However, feeders may also increase the labor required for feeding hay and may not always be practical. Feeding on gravel or concrete can provide a good alternative to help reduce issues. If feeding on the ground, choose a well-drained area. And when feeding on a pasture, move hay feeding areas daily to reduce soil compaction and buildup and spread out the manure and nutrients.

stand in a shelter for extended periods to conserve body heat. The easier it is to access water in shelter areas and near feed sources, the less likely cattle will go off water or burn body heat walking long distances to get water.

When using natural water sources, place feeding sites close to the water to encourage access and decrease the chance of water icing up, but far enough away to protect water quality.

Water sites should be welldrained to avoid mud and ice build-up, which can become a slipping hazard.

No. 2: Be proactive about ice management — The best way to manage ice is to prevent water sources from icing up in the first place.

Automatic cattle waterers have several options to keep ice at bay,

too far out, you increase the risk of slipping, which could lead to broken legs or lost pregnancies. Look for a happy medium to keep cattle safe while maintaining water quality.

No. 3: Prepare for the unexpected — Those in the Midwest and North are pros when it comes to extreme winter weather. But in the warmer areas of the country, we aren’t always prepared for that once-every-10-years winter storm. But no matter where you live, the key is to have a plan.

When a winter storm rolls in, don’t be left without supplies like water heaters and other essential items. These sell out quickly when storms are looming. Make a checklist of must-have items and stock up long before temperatures start dropping. Have a pre-storm plan in place and know how to implement it.

One way to reduce hay loss is to add a barrier between hay and the bare ground, reducing the moisture that seeps in over time and causes hay quality to diminish. A layer of gravel under bales or placing hay on pallets allows air to circulate and can reduce dry matter loss by twothirds or more.1 Provide further protection by covering bales. One advantage to covering bales is they can be stacked, requiring less ground cover. The most economical cover is a tarp, but individual wraps and a roof structure are good options as well. Research shows that implementing a cover to your hay storage strategy can keep dry matter losses to below 15% after six months of storage.1

Storage buildings provide the best protection from hay loss during storage at an average of 5%

Other hay feeding options include unrolling bales or grinding hay. An advantage to this method is the ability to move feeding areas around the pasture to ensure a more even distribution of manure and nutrients. However, these feeding systems are more practical when feeding daily as they are labor intensive and can result in high losses if too much hay is fed at once.

No. 3: Bridge the gap — A final way to ensure you’re getting the most use out of your winter forages is to utilize supplements to fill the forage gap. Supplements can help optimize digestibility and intake of low-quality forages. Implementing these supplements into your nutrition program can help get the most out of your forage investment and assist your herd in maintaining optimal condition, even with lower quality forage.

Editor’s Note: The winter water portion was written by Jon DeClerck, Ph.D., cattle nutritionist with Purina Animal Nutrition, and the hay waste section was authored by Steven Myers, Ph.D., cattle nutritionist with Purina Animal Nutrition.

Biosecurity and Biocontainment in the United States

A look at slowing diseases down in the U.S. beef system.

by Grace Jacobson

Whether it’s sending the kids back to school or bringing new cattle into the herd, dealing with illness is difficult, inefficient and downright miserable. When introducing new cattle into your herd or participating as a consigner in a sale, interaction with new animals can increase the risk of disease. While biosecurity is not a new concept, it’s still an important issue across all animal agriculture systems.

Biosecurity and biocontainment practices include the handling and management of all aspects of the operation. Implementing a biosecurity program decreases your chances of disease, and thus increases your herd and economic productivity. These practices also ensure the safety of the global food supply.

In short, biosecurity is prevention, and biocontainment is regulation.

Historic importance

Biosecurity in the cattle industry has been an important factor for herd management and public safety since the Civil War. Bovine tuberculosis brought on the first large-scale attempt to reduce the spread of disease in 1917 when the USDA created the bovine tuberculosis eradication program. The program included depopulation and isolation practices. The economic benefits for producers were 12 times the cost to fund the program. Now, the USDA suggests a “test and slaughter” strategy if a producer believes their herd is showing symptoms of bovine tuberculosis.

In 1954, the USDA founded the cattle brucellosis eradication program. The USDA included the usage of sanitary practices for unaffected herds and isolation for affected animals. By 1992, only 700 herds were affected by brucellosis compared to the 124,000 herds in 1956.

Current state

The swine industry is a leader in biosecurity and biocontainment. Beef producers use the same principles, but not to the same extent. The three pillars of biosecurity are traffic control, sanitation and resistance.

Clay Breiner, DVM, says that over the years, the cattle industry has improved its biosecurity practices — especially sanitation practices.

“Before, using the same needle and sleeve was common practice, but now, disposable is standard,” Breiner says.

Other sanitation practices include sanitizing any equipment that comes into contact with the mouths of cattle and ensuring cattle feed is sanitized before consumption and kept as clean as possible. When handling dead cattle, ensure equipment that comes into direct contact with your herd is disinfected to prevent any cross contamination. Diseases are primarily transferred from animal to animal through bodily fluids — excrement, saliva, blood, etc.

The first line of defense is traffic control and resistance. The easiest way to keep diseases out of your herd and lower the amount of traffic on your farm is to keep a closed herd. However, closed herds are not practical or economical for most producers. Therefore, vaccination programs and health papers are important.

Breiner suggests if you are selling in a consignment sale, sit down and chat with the other consigners about your risk management plans. If you don’t have a plan, now would be a great time to make one.

“When you come together for an auction, you come together as one entity with equal liability,” he says. “You can use your risk management plans as marketing.”

Using health papers and being able to verify your herd as

free from disease is increasingly becoming standard practice.

“Do everything you can to get ready for the sale,” Breiner says. “If you are seeing symptoms of a disease in your herd, test. If not, talk about your biosecurity practices.”

Fencing is a standard biosecurity measure used to prevent unknown animals from coming into contact with your herd.

A vaccination program will greatly reduce chances of disease and disease spread. Purchasing new stock from an operation with a vaccination program you are familiar with helps when bringing those new animals in, too. Consult with your vet to familiarize yourself with health requirements when bringing new, out-of-state cattle in your operation and to ensure your vaccination program is a good fit.

Knowing vaccination protocol and having health papers is especially important when crossing borders. Producers taking cattle across the Canadian border follow an easier process than in the past, Breiner says.

“There was a time where Canada didn’t allow cattle with a positive anaplasmosis test to cross into their country,” he says. “Eventually, Canada got it. Then positive beef would come into the United States, and couldn’t return because they were positive.”

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency removed anaplasmosis from their federally reported disease list in April of 2014. Now, cattle that have tested positive for anaplasmosis can cross the border into Canada.

The most prominent biocontainment practice producers use is isolation or quarantine. Producers will isolate the new animal from the herd for approximately 30 days to monitor potential disease symptoms. The

practice is not widespread across beef operations, because it can be impractical for some producers.

“There is a difference between quarantining one replacement heifer, compared to 50 bred cows,” Breiner says.

Anytime you try to implement a biosecurity system, talk with your veterinarian and keep records so you can adjust when needed.

Potential risks

When looking into the future of cattle biosecurity, one has to think about the possibility of highly infectious diseases entering the U.S. beef herd. The U.S. eradicated foot-and-mouth disease in the 1920s, but it is still prevalent around the world, and it is something producers should monitor in their herds.

“If foot-and-mouth disease came back into the United States, you wouldn’t be able to move your cattle from pasture to pasture, let alone across county lines,” Breiner says.

If a disease like foot-andmouth disease entered back into the U.S., it would change the way Americans practice beef cattle biosecurity and biocontainment.

“Right now, the concern is mainly at the border,” Breiner says. “We have been able to keep it out with physical evaluations and health papers, so far.”

Foot-and-mouth disease would quickly make isolation of new arrivals a standard practice in the beef industry.

“If people are able to quarantine cattle for 30 days, that’s huge,” Breiner says.

Breiner believes the U.S. has greatly advanced its implementation of biosecurity practices into operations.

“We have improved practices over the years, and I believe every year we will continue to grow.”

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ACT’s Playbook

We’re in the Future

Prepare for your operation’s future by creating it. Looking back, 2023 seemed so far away, so futuristic, so not on our radar. With the glitter settled and the champagne bottles in the trash, we made it to the future. And now that we are here, what does your “new” future look like? We set resolutions for ourselves and within a few weeks or maybe a couple months, life sets in, and we go back to our old ways. Let’s start 2023 by asking ourselves some hard questions and taking on our futures as agricultural producers and leaders.

Will your operation make it to 2050? Research tells us that a massive number of farms will change hands during the next five years or so, meaning the future for agriculture is literally now. During the next handful of years, the industry will experience a mass exodus of key players from farming — some operations will experience succession and other operations will fold. Is your operation one of the nearly 60% of farms that will see a leadership change of some kind? Agribusiness, which includes our input suppliers and production partners, mirrors us on a fundamental level — their leadership is going through a very similar shift.

Most farmers say they want to see their operations continue. As many as 80% of those surveyed want their business to outlive them; yet many farmers facing retirement tell me that they don’t believe that their next generation is prepared to take over, and that’s if they have younger producers willing to farm for another 20 to 40 years.

While savvy farmers have already implemented sound, measured succession plans outlining details of ownership, partnership and estate planning — certainly essentials for the future — these tools don’t go far enough. These strategies ensure a proper business structure is in place, yet don’t replace the human elements of business sustainability. Failure to prepare the next generation to manage a business that will look very different from yours is like not feeding livestock — they’ll get behind and be unable to catch up and could even die.

Even if you’ve created a very nice succession plan, if you do not intentionally cultivate excellent leaders for the future, your operation risks extinction. Your knowledge can help prevent this fate. But avoiding the strategic hard work it takes to grow leaders that can handle 21st-century agriculture is a direct route to extinction. Developing, training and coaching these leaders won’t be automatic. It will take a long view and a concentrated effort that will include hard decisions about the role employees, including family, play in the business. We have always adapted

to changing technology and production practices. Where we lag behind other industries today is in our human capital development.

Six reasons to focus on the future

With changes on the horizon, here are six key areas producers should focus on to set their operation up for future success. (See sidebar for more information.)

No. 1: Massive transition in current leadership and land

No. 2: The changing face of labor

No. 3: Global marketplace

No. 4: Consumer preferences, perceptions and power

No. 5: Changing technology, data and online landscape

No. 6: Relationship shifts — landlords, locals and lenders

Time for a solution

While these big six future fundamentals will affect everyone in agriculture soon (if not already), the real importance of looking at these topics is first an awareness of the potential impact they will have on your operation and then preparedness. Thinking about these big shifts often leaves people feeling overwhelmed, even if the change presents an exciting opportunity, which many do.

What can you do? Take action instead of being stymied by indecision in a place of not being ready to do something, yet waiting for something to occur. It’s a tremendous risk when we are kicking the tires with thoughts like:

“Maybe one of the kids will come back.”

“Maybe my son will quit his job and decide to farm.”

“Maybe I’ll just quit and sell this place.”

“Maybe we’ll figure it out when we have to.”

“Maybe I just don’t like to talk about my finances with the kids.”

“Maybe I don’t want to face the facts that I don’t know what to do.”

So, how do we have some measure of control and influence? We prepare for the future by creating it intentionally. Take the initiative and build a team which can help create an operation, of any size, that is proactive, not reactive. Succession planning is essential, and there are excellent professionals and resources available to put together a business structure that works for you. Don’t wait to see what your future holds. Take charge and set your future up for success today.

The Big Six Future Fundamentals

No. 1: Massive transition in current leadership and land

The real issue is knowledge transfer, or, more concerning, what happens to the knowledge if we fail to transfer it effectively.

No. 2: The changing face of labor

Competition for labor is intense. It is not easy to entice someone into farm work, especially today when most people are far removed from production agriculture. The appeal of a labor-intensive job with high seasonal hours is diminished when compared to a job with regular hours, a more comprehensive benefits package and a climate-controlled work environment. Understanding how to recruit and hire workers from outside the U.S. is becoming a necessity. While fairly common in dairy and vegetable crop operations, farmers in certain sectors (such as row crop) have not traditionally pursued these kinds of workers. Learning to navigate the regulations — and the language barriers — is a new experience for many. The labor pool may be a lot more feminine than you think. In developing countries, women are the agricultural labor force; the Food and Agriculture Organization reports that it’s not uncommon outside the U.S. for women to comprise 40% to nearly 70% of farm labor. Emerging CEOs must become experts at fostering a culture where farm operations are an appealing place to work. Going forward, personnel managers must be trainers and will benefit greatly from the ability to communicate effectively with workers and leaders from other countries. Have you considered that fluency in a second language should be a requirement for your next CEO?

No. 3: Global marketplace

Global crop production has been steadily increasing in recent decades. These competitive pressures on traditional row crops, such as corn and soybeans, are increasing the glut of U.S. grain as South America continues to produce and Eastern Europe gains traction. As an industry, we know these competitors are not going away, but adapting our crop mix is a difficult sell. After all, just two generations ago, small, diverse farms gave way to larger, specialized operations — a trend that continues in developed nations. Yet, with the increase in buyers and premiums for nontraditional crops, your next CEO will have to take a hard look at diversity to remain profitable.

No. 4: Consumer preferences, perceptions and power

The power of the internet and its impact of changing food preferences is happening faster and faster and reaching more people than ever before.

No. 5: Changing technology, data and online landscape

Everything written in this section is already out of date — at least it seems that way with regard to how fast information can be transferred today. We all know the impact of the internet-enabled world will be magnified immensely for the next generation of leaders. Though still an issue, broadband access is steadily improving in rural areas, as rural telecommunication providers strive to make investments in fiber optics and expand the availability of gig internet service. An uptick in the option to work remotely is already occurring, enabling farmers to use professionals who don’t even work at the farm to aid in farming itself. Technology use also becomes a personnel management issue — how is your current expertise with public relations and crisis communications? For most operations, these skills will need brushing up (or even may require hiring a PR specialist on retainer.

No. 6: Relationship shifts — landlords, locals and lenders

As one generation retires and the next one takes the helm, one of the biggest shifts in agriculture will be how effectively relationships adapt to this change. From landowners to landlords, local banks to local cooperatives, the landscape is evolving about where and whom we do business with — or without.

Sarah Beth Aubrey is an entrepreneur and founder of Aubrey Coaching and Training (ACT). She can be reached at sarah@sarahbethaubrey.com.

by Sarah Beth Aubrey

Dan Snyder, cell 240-447-4600

Seth Snyder, cell 240-405-6049 654 Cold Spring Rd. Gettysburg, PA 17325-7335

717-642-9199

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The Bachtel Family Westminster, MD Randy 443-340-4418

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Brooks 443-340-4419 brobachtel@hotmail.com

The Baldwins 2 Church View Rd. Millersville, MD 21108

Bill 443-871-0573

Tara 443-871-0520

Lindsey 443-306-3218 webald@aol.com

Bob and Pam Rhyne 3700 Peach Orchard Rd. Charlotte, NC 28215 Bob’s cell 704-614-0826

Kim, Alexis and Courtney Eudy 10945 Hickory Ridge Rd. Harrisburg, NC 28075 Kim’s cell 704-589-7775

Brian R Bennett 434-664-8309

Dalton G. Bennett 434-664-7946

Scott R. Bennett 434-660-7268

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J. Paul and Bette Slayton 2272 Dibert Rd., Bedford, PA 15522 814-623-0772

717-805-1376 – cell paul@slaytonsbeardance.com

From the Field

In Passing

Julie (Groscost) Hunt, 80, Battle Ground, Ind., passed Sept. 28, 2022.

She is survived by her husband of more than 50 years, Ted, two children, a son-in-law, three grandchildren, and three siblings and their spouses. She was preceded in death by her parents. Julie had a hard fight with rheumatoid arthritis for most of her adult life and persevered through that and many additional health issues in the past few years.

Julie grew up in the Kentland, Ind., area, graduated from AJ Kent High School in 1960, and went on to receive her undergraduate degree in education from Indiana University, as well as a master’s from Purdue University. She taught briefly in Carmel for Indianapolis Public Schools and at Klondike Elementary for Tippecanoe School Corporation, where she met her husband. After having their two children, Tiffani and Travis, she stayed home to raise them. Julie has always been very supportive of them and their interests and activities. As grandchildren joined the family, she appreciated being with them, teaching them new things and supporting them in their various endeavors, as well. Time spent with her brothers, Dan and Tom, and sister, Mary Jo, and their families was also valuable to her.

She enjoyed reading and learning about many different things and had a variety of hobbies but sewing and quilting were her favorite. This love of quilting was something she enjoyed sharing with her sister, daughter, granddaughters and many friends she made over the years going to quilt camps. She was working on different cross stitch projects and loved putting together puzzles up until the end. She also enjoyed teaching those who helped provide care for her new recipes and cooking, along with other things she was knowledgeable about. Julie was a member of Covenant Church.

Julie also supported the family’s Hereford operation, Hunt Bros. Herefords, and her husband, Ted, was recently inducted into the Indiana Livestock Breeders Hall of Fame. She was a charter member of the American Hereford Auxiliary in 1969. The auxiliary founders were tasked with helping grow the Hereford breed by participating at livestock functions throughout the country, working with young people and strengthening friendships throughout the industry.

The family wishes to express their deepest appreciation to the people who visited and helped care for her well along the way and grew to love and value her. They are grateful for all the support.

Ramona “Mona” Sue Kramer, 70, Leoti, Kan., passed Dec. 10, 2022.

She was born on May 5, 1952, to James Patrick and Marlyn Cook Jefferies in Sidney, Mont. Dedicating her life to her home and her passions, she raised three children and was a member of the North Dakota Cowboy Hall of Fame, the American Hereford Association and the Kansas Livestock Association. She was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Leoti. She was a member of the community since moving from Montana in 1984

On Nov. 23, 1974, Ramona married Ronald Kramer in Felton, Minn. He survives.

Survivors include her husband; her children: Cody Jeff and Marci Kramer, Garden City, Kan.; Kelly and Lenny Pecha, Meno, Okla.; and Casey Kramer and his fiancé Casey Klauck, Libertyville, Ill.; her grandson, Joel Ray Pecha; granddaughter, Marlyn Pecha; three sisters: Rita Myers, Grand Forks, N.D.; Roxanne Burnside, Fargo, N.D.; and Roberta Nistler, Fargo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents.

Bonnie Mae Bieber, 82, Gettysburg, S.D., passed Dec. 23, 2022.

Beloved wife and mother of three, Bonnie was born on May 19, 1940, to Edward and Emma (Wolfer) Moser in Mobridge, S.D. Bonnie was married to Kenneth “Ken” Bieber for 63 years.

Bonnie was an amazing woman who never passed up an opportunity to serve her family and community. Standing beside Ken, she was instrumental in growing the family business, K&B Herefords, for more than 63 years. Bonnie was kind-hearted, approachable and gifted with overflowing grace. Bonnie loved everyone regardless of their social status, from the barn sweeper at the stock show to the former Vice President of the United States, Dick Cheney.

Bonnie had many notable accomplishments over her life, including serving as chef at the Paul Nelson Farm for 21 years, Sunday school teacher, painter and home decorator for the family. Bonnie was a member and officer of the South Dakota Hereford Women’s Association and served as the American Hereford Women secretary.

She is survived by her husband, Ken; two sons, Brooke (Crissy) and Kirk Bieber; daughter, Brenda (Ron) Gower; grandchildren: Kelsey, Braden and Brendan Bieber, Marissa, Abby and Emilee Gower, and Haley Burt; and brothers: Dennis Moser, Bill Moser and Allen Moser.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Emma Moser; sister, Shirley Hare; and brother, Jim Moser.

Stephen “Steve” Richard Beanblossom, 64, Greenville, Ohio, passed Dec. 31, 2022.

Steve was surrounded by his loving wife and four daughters. He was born to Richard and the late Beverly (Plessinger) Beanblossom in Greenville on July 24, 1958. Steve graduated with a master’s degree in animal sciences from Ohio State University, where he was also the assistant coach of the livestock judging team. Steve worked many years at Akey and Cargill in Lewisburg, Ohio, as a livestock nutritionist.

In addition to his mother, he is preceded in death by grandparents: Kenneth and Cecile Beanblossom, and Donald and Helen Plessinger; and mother- and father-in-law, Virginia and Delvin Rader.

Steve is survived by his wife of 38 years, Leesa (Rader) Beanblossom, whom he married Oct. 20, 1984. He is also survived by his daughters: Jenny (Matt) Daniels, Katie (Tyler) Luce, Sara Beanblossom and Emily (Brayden Emrick) Beanblossom; grandchildren: Joseph, Maria, James, Luke, John, Samuel and Henry Daniels; and Isaiah, Mackenzie and Addison Luce; father, Richard Beanblossom; sister, Tammy Beanblossom; and aunt, Diane (Ron) Wills.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to all of those who have helped care for Steve throughout his 18-year journey with multiple sclerosis.

Steve, along with his wife and daughters, dedicated a great deal of his life to building the family farm and raising Hereford cattle. He experienced great joy out in the fields working and watching cows, and spent countless hours judging, showing, participating and observing at livestock shows. He coached and watched his daughters’ sports teams, rarely missing a game. He was always his daughters’ biggest fan, regardless of the activity. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren, becoming their biggest fan as well. Despite hardship, Steve always lived life to the fullest and inspired those who knew him with his kindness and perseverance.

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PETERSEN HEREFORDS

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563-357-9849

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Josiah & Sarah Hulbert 419.308.7055 Bellville, OH

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John & Marytha Pitt 515. 290.1383 Bellville, OH

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T J & Allison Coughenour 515.290.8905 Maxwell, IA allisoncoughenour@gmail.com

John and Marytha Pitt 65439 260th St.

P.O. Box 452 Nevada, IA 50201 515-382-2863

John cell 515-290-1383 pitt@iowatelecom.net www.pittfarms.com

John and Joell Deppe with boys - Montana, Chance, Austin and Nick 21938 150th St. Maquoketa, IA 52060 home phone: 563-672-3531

John, cell 563-599-5035

Joell, cell 563-599-5038 josiedeppe@gmail.com webcowsdeppebros.com

Charles Rife 563-506-3751

Delaney Rife • Kennedy Rife

Jack Rife 515-974-9600

Emma Mach 563-260-8771

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Bill’s cell 641-919-9365

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Craig and Denise Amos Indianola, Iowa 515-961-5847

515-238-9852 Cell cdamos@msn.com

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Jon Ray

75 Salem Ridge Rd. Brooksville, KY 41004

606-782-1737

jhrmhr2@yahoo.com

Bobby and Brenda Wells 439 Flatwoods Frozen Camp Rd. Corbin, KY 40701

606-344-0417 cell wells_farm@yahoo.com

Kevin, Angela, Kenlea and Kyler Murray

606-682-8143 cell

David and Paula Parker 129 Banks Rd. Bradyville, TN 37026

615-765-5359

615-765-7260 Fax

David cell 615-464-7008 dplp@dtccom.net www.dkmfarms.com

Toby and Debby Dulworth 2492 S. Kirkman Rd. LaCenter, KY 42056

270-224-2993

dogwood@brtc.net

https://dogwoodherefords.com

328 Fowken Farm Rd. Jonesville, SC 29353

Norris Fowler 864-219-0182

nrfowler@brecwb.com

Rogers Fowler 864-426-3281

Greg Fowler

864-426-7337 Cell

Raising Herefords for the past 62 years fowkenfarm.com

FORREST POLLED HEREFORDS

101-103 N. Main St. Saluda, SC 29138

Earl B. Forrest 864-445-2387

864-445-7080 Office

864-445-3707 Fax

Brad Forrest 864-445-7633

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565 Candy

Rd. Lexington, TN 38351

Rob Helms 731-968-9977

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731-968-2012

Heath Helms 731-614-3979

Fax 731-967-1445

Ben,

Noah

Wright 3459 KY Hwy. 1284 E. Cynthiana, KY 41031

Ben 859-421-7902

Lincoln 859-954-0102

Clifford Hereford Farms

Danny Miller

Jody Standley 919-291-4212

Kim Prestwood 828-320-7317

84 Austin Farm Lane Clayton, NC 27520

4850 Caldwell Ridge Rd. Knifley, KY 42753 270-465-6984

jmsfarm@msn.com

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Meadow Farm

Breeding Polled Herefords for more than half a century.

Jane, Lincoln Clifford

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GRAYLYN CHRISTENBURY 864-934-1612

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Rippling Rock Hereford Farm

Tim, Stephanie, Ashleigh and Andrew Osborn 3537 Second Creek Rd. Blanchester, OH 45107

Tim: 937-655-0644

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Todd, Anna, Elizabeth, Lindsey and Maverick Pugh 6005 Meese Road Louisville, OH 44641

Todd 330-353-1001

Lindsey 330-933-4297

Amber Shoemaker, Asset Mgr. 330-933-6156

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Rick Van Fleet 740-732-4783

21989 Woodsfield Rd. Sarahsville, OH 43779 rickgreenvalley@gmail.com www.switzerlandpolledherefords.com

J&L Cattle Services

Jeff, Lou Ellen and Keayla Harr 334 Twp. Rd. 1922

Jeromesville, OH 44840

Cell 419-685-0549

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Registered Polled Herefords

8570 Shannon Rd. Dresden, OH 43821

Jerry and Mary Ann Berg 16821 Withrich Rd. P.O. Box 224 Dalton, OH 44618 330-857-7967 330-465-6185 cell jwberg@bright.net

Tom, Angie, Tucker, Tanner and Tripp Ostgaard 7602 Pleasant Chapel Rd. Newark, Ohio 937-475-9625

John Ostgaard 4921 Tanner Dr. Dayton, Ohio 937-233-9712

Jim and Beth Herman 6753 C.R. C75 Edgerton, OH 43715 419-212-0093 Jim cell jimbethherman@metalink.net

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785-366-1185 • aacheson@hereford.org

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815-988-7051 • tcoley@hereford.org

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Cord Weinheimer

830-456-3749 • cweinheimer@hereford.org

Central Region Mo. and Iowa

Joe Rickabaugh

785-633-3188 • jrick@hereford.org

Sales Digest

Knoll Crest Farm

Concord, Va. | Dec. 2

Auctioneer: Dalton Bennett

Reported by: Tommy Coley

Lots Gross Average

28 bulls $151,500 $5,411

TOP BULL LOTS

$17,500 — KCF Bennett Kudos J517

DOB 9/23/2021, by BEHM 100W Cuda 504C, sold to 4B Farm LLC, Shelby, N.C. (2/3 interest).

$9,000 — KCF Bennett C442 J523

DOB 9/24/2021, by KCF Bennett Acclaim C442, sold to West Ray Farm, Bumpass (2/3 interest).

$8,500 — KCF Bennett Grady J539

DOB 9/25/2021, by Loewen Grady B42 G15 ET, sold to Sun High Farms, Blairstown, N.J. (2/3 interest).

$8,000 — KCF Bennett Grady J416

DOB 9/17/2021, by Loewen Grady B42 G15 ET, sold to Headquarters Ranch, Carney, Okla. (2/3 interest).

$7,000 — KCF Bennett G130 J514

DOB 9/23/2021, by KCF Bennett 504C G130, sold to Chris & Hilary Thompson, Concord (2/3 interest).

Kentucky Hereford Assn.

Lexington, Ky. | Dec. 3

Auctioneer: Dale Stith

Reported by: Noah Benedict

Lots Gross Average

16 bulls $52,700 $3,294

TOP BULL LOT

$7,500 — CH L1 Domino 1009

DOB 1/24/2021, by NJW 160B 028X Historic

81E ET, consigned by Chambliss Hereford Farm, Hardinsburg, sold to Billy Tabor Farms, Garfield.

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$8,400 — Ramsey Sooner or Later ET

DOB 4/15/2019, by DM BR Sooner, consigned by Ramseys Herefords, Greenfield, Ind., sold to River Circle Farm, Hartsville, Tenn.; and a March heifer calf, by Ramsey Creed 877, sold to Grassy Run Farms LLC, Winfield, W.Va.

$5,100 — Unique Thelma

DOB 3/19/2020, by Huth FTF Torque C002, consigned by One Unique Farm, Campbellsville, sold to Cora Lynn Yates, Lebanon; and a February heifer calf, by NJW 160B 028X Historic 81E ET, sold to Ryan Underwood, Campbellsville.

$4,800 — Green 8426 Lady 115K ET

DOB 1/12/2022, by H The Profit 8426 ET, consigned by Green Cattle Co., Munfordville, sold to Deana Jak Farm, Wagontown, Pa.

$4,700 — FSL Miss Louise C34 24C 35H

DOB 1/17/2020, by KCF Bennett Homeland C34, consigned by Flat Stone Lick, Marianna, Pa., sold to Chambliss Hereford Farm.

Pyramid Beef

Spearfish, S.D. | Dec. 3

Auctioneer: Roger Jacobs

Reported by: Alex Acheson

Lots Gross Average

59 bulls $342,750 $5,809

15 females $61,750 $4,117

74 total $404,500 $5,466

TOP BULL LOTS

$10,500 — Pyramid Daybreak 2509 ET

DOB 2/14/2022, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, sold to Topp Herefords, Grace City, N.D.

$10,000 — Pyramid Highland 1526

DOB 3/16/2021, by S16 782B Highland 84E, sold to Thorstenson Hereford Ranch, Selby.

$10,000 — Pyramid Highland 1516

DOB 3/3/2021, by S16 782B Highland 84E, sold to Justin Edwards, Gillette, Wyo.

$9,250 — Pyramid Daybreak 2507 ET

DOB 2/13/2022, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, sold to Topp Herefords.

$8,500 — Pyramid Hoss 1405

DOB 3/18/2021, by NJW 11B 028X Hoss 41E ET, sold to NJW Polled Herefords, Sheridan, Wyo.

$8,250 — Pyramid Highland 1529

DOB 3/17/2021, by S16 782B Highland 84E, sold to Justin Edwards.

$7,750 — Pyramid Point Break 2501 ET

DOB 2/7/2022, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, sold to K&H Farms, Grover, Colo.

$7,500 — Pyramid Crow Peak 2505 ET

DOB 2/11/2022, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, sold to Cardinal Creek Cattle Co., Willmar, Minn.

$7,500 — Pyramid Highland 1520

DOB 3/10/2021, by S16 782B Highland 84E, sold to Mortenson Cattle Co., Hayes.

TOP FEMALE LOT

$11,000 — FHF D287 Zoey 11J ET

DOB 2/17/2021, by SHF Daybreak Y02 D287 ET, sold to Glenn Barrileaux, Oakwood, Texas.

Missouri Opportunity

Sedalia, Mo. | Dec. 4

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman

Reported by: Joe Rickabaugh

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$5,500 — CSR 41F Tough Lady 33J

DOB 2/13/2021, by NJW 113D 1010 Tough 126F, consigned by Craig & Natalie Reed, Green Ridge, sold to Bryan Cole, Roberts, Ill.

$5,400 — HPF 529 Miss Mandate 943 ET

DOB 3/6/2019, by /S Mandate 66589 ET, consigned by High Prairie Farms, Fair Grove; and a March heifer calf, by LCX Perfecto 11B ET, sold to Kaelyn Keith, Cole Camp.

$4,200 — WMC C776 Homeward 85H

DOB 2/12/2020, by KCF Bennett Homeward C776, consigned by WMC Cattle Co., Wasola; and a September heifer calf, by CMF 3005 Epic 384E ET, sold to Dave Cantu, San Juan, Texas.

$4,000 — BBH 702E 701E Miss Bandit 905G

DOB 3/13/2019, by BBH 402B 6964 Bandit 701E, consigned by Bourbeuse Bend Herefords, Beaufort; and a February heifer calf, by BBH 349A 63A Cowboy 801F, sold to Sterling Cattle Co., Hartford, Ark.

$4,000 — STET 322 Miss Jolene 1009 ET

DOB 6/11/2021, by CRR 109 Catapult 322, consigned by Waters Farms, Norborne, sold to Karysn & Kade Kleeman, Braymer.

Sadler Ranches

Perkins, Okla. | Dec. 5

Auctioneer: Ryan Dorran

Reported by: Colton Pratz

Lots Gross Average

17 bulls $86,000 $5,059

9 females $73,500 $8,167

26 total $159,500 $6,135

50 semen units $4,000 $80

235 comm. females $447,250 $1,903

TOP BULL LOTS

$9,750 — SHR Sensation 1122

DOB 8/25/2021, by UPS Sensation 2296 ET, sold to Denny Topf, Charter Oak, Iowa.

$9,000 — SHR Advance 1001 ET

DOB 1/1/2021, by HH Advance 8132F, sold to Denny Topf.

$9,000 — SHR Advance 1064

DOB 3/4/2021, by HH Advance 9035G ET, sold to Denny Topf.

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$17,000 — SHR 105H Eden 2037 ET

DOB 1/12/2022, by TH Innovation 105H, sold to Mrnak Herefords, Bowman, N.D.; Millie Andras, Bowman, N.D.; and Heins Herefords, Bowman, N.D.

$11,500 — SHR Miss Advance 1007 ET

DOB 1/1/2021, by HH Advance 8120F ET, sold to Topp Herefords, Grace City, N.D.

$9,000 — SHR Miss Advance 1074 ET

DOB 3/15/2021, by HH Advance 6186D ET, sold to Holden Herefords, Valier, Mont.

$7,500 — SHR 174E Lady 2332 ET

DOB 3/28/2022, by TH Frontier 174E, sold to Hoffman Ranch, Thedford, Neb.

Goehring Herefords

Keosauqua, Iowa | Dec. 7

Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman

Reported by: Joe Rickabaugh

Lots Gross Average

60 females $194,050 $3,234

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$6,200 — BG 29F Gal 83J

DOB 2/6/2021, by RB Max 29F, sold to Gittings

Family Farm, Milan, Mo.

$5,100 — GO Ms Varsity J5

DOB 2/2/2021, by MCM 6964 Varsity 801F, sold to Matt Christner, Birmingham.

$4,500 — BG 21G Ms Prominant 69J

DOB 2/5/2021, by JDH AH Prominent 21G ET, sold to Sheriff Polled Herefords, Orient.

$4,500 — GO Ms Varsity J29

DOB 2/7/2021, by MCM 6964 Varsity 801F, sold to Sheriff Polled Herefords.

$4,200 — BG 21G Mona 22J

DOB 1/31/2021, by JDH AH Prominent 21G ET, sold to Meyer Crest Cattle, Dyersville.

$4,200 — GO Ms Varsity J182

DOB 3/7/2021, by MCM 6964 Varsity 801F, sold to Chris Mallett, Memphis, Mo.

$4,200 — B Alma 1041

DOB 1/31/2021, by 2TK PERKS 5101 Cadillac 8039ET, sold to Sheriff Polled Herefords.

The Berry’s

Cheyenne, Wyo. | Dec. 8

Auctioneer: Joe Goggins

Reported by: Joe Rickabaugh

Lots Gross Average

59 bulls $346,507 $5,873

TOP BULL LOTS

$11,500 — B 8392 Advance 16J

DOB 3/11/2021, by HH Advance 8392F ET, sold to Kimzey Ranch, Pine Bluffs.

$11,500 — B None Better 33

DOB 3/16/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to Meyring Livestock Co., Walden, Colo.

$11,000 — B 9135 Domino 21J

DOB 3/14/2021, by CL 1 Domino 9135G, sold to Shaffer Livestock, Rock River.

$11,000 — B Klondike 64J

DOB 3/27/2021, by CL 1 Domino 9135G, sold to Allnutt Herefords, Walden, Colo.

$10,500 — B Ridgeway 13J

DOB 3/10/2021, by NJW 139C 103C Ridge 254G, sold to SLW Ranch, Greeley, Colo.

$10,000 — B Advanced Placement 7J

DOB 3/8/2021, by F Final Test 722, sold to Bedtick Ranch, Douglas.

$10,000 — B Endurance 71J

DOB 3/31/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to Kimzey Ranch.

$9,000 — B Advanced Placement 4J

DOB 3/6/2021, by F Final Test 722, sold to Bedtick Ranch.

$9,000 — B 9135 Domino 43J

DOB 3/18/2021, by CL 1 Domino 9135G, sold to Dana Bowman, Ault, Colo.

$8,500 — B Longhaul 6J

DOB 3/7/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to Warren Ranches, Cheyenne.

$8,500 — B 8392 Advance 18J

DOB 3/11/2021, by HH Advance 8392F ET, sold to Meyring Livestock Co.

$8,500 — B Hoss 39J

DOB 3/17/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to D Bar S Farms, Carpenter.

$8,000 — B Domino 23J

DOB 3/15/2021, by CL 1 Domino 9135G, sold to Bonham Ranch, Cheyenne.

$8,000 — B Stormbreaker 42J

DOB 3/18/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to Schafer Ranch, Morrill, Neb.

$8,000 — B Super Advance 63J

DOB 3/27/2021, by HH Advance 8392F ET, sold to Warren Ranches.

$8,000 — B Superadvance 97J

DOB 4/9/2021, by HH Advance 8392F ET, sold to Hofmann Hereford Ranch, Calhan, Colo.

$8,000 — B Stormbreaker J124

DOB 4/21/2021, by NJW Long Haul 36E ET, sold to Edwards Livestock, Laramie.

$8,000 — B Superadvance 136J

DOB 5/15/2021, by HH Advance 8392F ET, sold to Allnutt Herefords.

Hirsche Herefords &

Friends

SALE SUMMARY (Sales reported in this summary occurred during the 2022-23 fiscal year.)

Lethbridge, Alberta | Dec. 9

Auctioneer: Bob Balog

Reported by: Kevin Murnin

Reported in Canadian Funds

TOP BULL LOTS

$31,000 — GH 7057 Copperstone ET 11K

DOB 1/18/2022, by C 4212 Black Hawk 7057 ET, sold to Stephenson Herefords, Salmon, Idaho.

$8,750 — GH 6026 British Stockman 105J

DOB 1/27/2021, by B&C Stock Option 6026D ET, sold to Allen Ranches, Gunnison, Colo.

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$16,500 — GH 170H Elite Kate ET 9K

DOB 1/16/2022, by GH SO Blockbuster ET 170H, sold to DGB Farms, Lethbridge.

$10,000 — GH CS 499H Kasidy 111K

DOB 3/2/2022, by GH 150A Headliner 499H, sold to Shockley Ranch Herefords, Poteau, Okla.

$8,500 — GH 324G Lady Luna 72K

DOB 2/7/2022, by GH Lunar Eclipse 324G, sold to DGB Farms.

Minnesota Hereford

Breeders

Hutchinson, Minn. | Dec. 10

Auctioneer: Chisum Peterson

Reported by: Alex Acheson

Lots Gross Average

4 bulls $15,750 $3,938

39 females $117,450 $3,012

43 total $133,200 $3,098

4 embryos $1,800 $450

5 semen units $750 $150

2 steers $3,600 $1,800

TOP BULL LOTS

$4,500 — RH Rip Wheeler 115

DOB 2/1/2021, by SPH 5T Cracker Jack 1C ET, consigned by Rainbow Herefords, Volin, S.D., sold to Steven Sayler, Menno, S.D.

$4,250 — J&J 12G By Design 308 45K

DOB 3/8/2022, by CKP Blueprint 0308, consigned by J&J Hanson Herefords, Comfrey, sold to Chad Spaniers, Brooten.

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$6,000 — JDH AH 45C Ms Entice 63K ET

DOB 2/6/2022, by UPS Entice 9365 ET, consigned by Delaney Herefords Inc., Lake Benton, sold to Schuette Land & Cattle Co. Inc., Highmore, S.D.

$5,000 — LMF 928G Lady Victor 03J

DOB 2/8/2021, by JDH 21Z Victor 33Z 42F ET, consigned by Lost Meadows Farm, Frazee, sold to Rainbow Herefords.

$4,750 — DAE 54D Standout 24J

DOB 2/28/2021, by JDH AH Standout 16G ET, consigned by Dandy Acres Enterprises, Pipestone, sold to James Tromp, Benson.

$4,250 — LW 86F Velvet 19J

DOB 4/11/2021, by KLD RW Marksman D87 ET, consigned by Wirth Herefords, New Richmond, Wis., sold to Huso & Sons, Hackensack.

$4,250 — SCF Jojo 2504 44J

DOB 2/21/2021, by UPS Sensation 2504 ET, consigned by SNL Whitetail Farm LLC, Menomonie, Wis., sold to Mathew Rath, Buffalo Lake.

Purple Reign Cattle Co.

Toulon, Ill. | Dec. 11

Auctioneer: Online Reported by: Noah Benedict

TOP BULL LOT

$8,750 — Purple Santana 101K ET

DOB 5/17/2022, by ECR 628 Ivys Advance 8923 ET, sold to Cummins Land & Cattle, Hollis, Okla. (1/2 interest).

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$34,000 — Purple Snazzi 114K

DOB 6/4/2022, by Purple RGR Moonshine

104E, sold to Cummins Land & Cattle.

$11,000 — Purple Willow 122K

DOB 7/3/2022, by Purple Denzer 43H, sold to Kylie Gillespie, Toulon.

Ulrich Herefords

Lethbridge, Alberta | Dec. 13

Auctioneer: Bob Balog

Reported by: Kevin Murnin

Reported in Canadian funds

Lots Gross Average

11 bulls $34,650 $3,150

113 females $358,300 $3,171

124 total $392,950 $3,169

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$6,500 — AGA 67X Ms C’Bean Express 15C

DOB 3/26/2015, by AGA 705 Easygoing Express 67X, sold to XTC Ranches Ltd., Eastend, Saskatchewan.

$6,000 — AGA 203Y Miss Gregory Pete 33E

DOB 3/29/2017, by GCC Pete 203Y ET, sold to Josh Hoffman, Lehr, S.D.

$4,600 — AGA 24W Ms Gen Wiley Data 124D

DOB 5/11/16, by AGA 114L General Wiley 24W, sold to Wallace Frazer, Gem.

$4,400 — AGA 20Z Ms Sport Flurries 64F

DOB 4/5/2018, by AGA 60W Banner Sport Zoom 20Z, sold to Josh Hoffman.

$4,400 — AGA 60D Miss Stan Drum 110F

DOB 4/17/2018, by AGA 18Z Zoom Stan Drumroll 60D, sold to Josh Hoffman.

Golden Oak Livestock

Olds, Alberta | Dec. 15

Auctioneer: Danny Skeels

Reported by: Kevin Murnin

Reported in Canadian Funds

TOP BULL LOTS

$40,000 — Golden-Oak H244 Gangster 245K

DOB 2/24/2022, by SHF Hodgeman F158 H244, sold to JK Fraser Cattle, Cochrane (1/2 interest).

$14,000 — AXA GO Perfecto 91J

DOB 9/23/2021, by LCX Perfecto 11B ET, sold to Rafter 17 Ranching, Eckville.

TOP FEMALE LOTS

$45,000 — Golden-Oak AXA 24E Whiplash 4H

DOB 2/2/2020, by Haroldson’s JVJ Royal 24E, sold to DJD Polled Herefords, Abbotsford, British Columbia, and McLennan Creek Herefords, Abbotsford, British Columbia.

$30,000 — ANL ACDT 36G Jada 115F ET 130K

DOB 3/5/2022, by Haroldson’s United 33D 36G, sold to AXA Farms, Hampton, New Brunswick.

$12,250 — Golden-Oak 87G Keysha 233K

DOB 2/6/2022, by NJW 133A 6589 Manifest 87G ET, sold to Venture Livestock, Olds.

WEST VIRGINIA HEREFORD BREEDERS

Registered Polled Hereford Cattle

A. Goff & Sons

1661 Hazelgreen Rd. Harrisville, WV 26362

304-643-2196

agoffandsons@yahoo.com

Since 1910

Celebrating our 112th Year

Cottle Brothers Farm & Litton Livestock

Quality Polled Herefords Since 1960 Certified and Accredited Herd Martin & Joe Cottle-Founders

Neil Litton-Operator 1194 Armstrong Road Summersville, WV 26651

Neil 304-618-7313 forestking02@gmail.com

GRASSY RUN Farms

Grandview Hereford Farm

Quality Hereford Cattle

Ken and Chris Scott 2586 Grandview Rd. Beaver, WV 25813

Ken 304-573-0844

Chris 304-228-5524 chance37@suddenlink.net

DAVID LAW & SONS

Polled Herefords Since 1954

192 Ruger Dr. Harrisville, WV 26362 Butch 304-643-4438

Certified and Accredited lawherefords.bravehost.com lawherefords@yahoo.com

5683 Rocky Step Rd. Winfield, WV 25213 www.grassyrunfarms.com

Gary Kale, Owner

Aaron Glascock, General Manager 304-312-7060

Derik Billman, Herdsman 330-432-3267

Polled Herefords

The R.G. Knotts Family 63 Henderson Ridge Road Fairmont, WV 26554

Dave 304-612-3795

Robert 304-265-0005 Dnsk0603@gmail.com

W.C. Taylor Family 20 Cottage Hill Rd. Petersburg, WV 26847

Sonny 304-257-1557

Michael 304-257-1040

Will 304-668-6600

David 304-257-0263 mtaylor@frontiernet.net

McDonald Polled Herefords

Mike McDonald, DVM and Family 534 Riverbend Road Lost Creek, WV 26385 304-745-3870 Office 304-677-5944 Cell

Success Breeds Success BLUE RIBBON FARMS

Jeff and Stephanie Rawie Aaron and Kylie Noble 11768 W. Farm Rd. 34 Walnut Grove, MO 65770 417-209-5538

jeffrawie24@yahoo.com

REYNOLDS HEREFORDS

Matt, Barb, Makayla, Tye & Lauren 1071 C.R. 1231

Huntsville, MO 65259

Cell 660-676-3788

Home 660-277-3679

reynoldscattle@cvalley.net www.reynoldsherefords.com

Annual Sale

Last Sunday in October

MISSOURI BREEDERS

MEAD FARMS

21658 Quarry Ln. Barnett, MO 65011 Alan Mead 573-216-0210

meadangus@yahoo.com

ANNUAL BULL SALES: First Saturday in March Last Saturday in October

Cifuentes 417-793-5082

Rusty and Marijane Miller 20500 Sioux Dr. Lebanon, MO 65536 Rusty, cell 317-840-7811

Marijane, cell 317-341-3846

millerherefords@yahoo.com www.millerherefords.net

Al and M.D. Bonebrake Springfield, MO 417-849-1324

James Henderson Herdsman 417-588-4572

Rick and Laurie Steinbeck 2322 Drake School Rd. Hermann, MO 65041 573-237-2668

573-680-0954 cell

Polled Herefords and Red Angus Breeding Stock Available

Skyler

LARSON HEREFORD FARMS

WI 54767

Fred, home 715-772-4680

Fred, cell 715-495-0837

Easten, cell 715-495-6233

Jerry, home 715-772-4566 www.larsonherefordfarms.com

Eric, Rosie, Briana, Rhett and Madison Katzenberger Monroe, WI 608-214-1154

Nick and Lenore Katzenberger Pearl City, IL

www.plumriverranch.com

Windy

W13707 Hwy 44 Brandon, WI 53919

Brent Hopp 920-266-6936 and Emma Hermsdorf 608-628-2330

hoppbre@gmail.com

Facebook @ H&H Cattle Farm

Mark Friedrich and Family 1454 70th Ave. Roberts, WI 54028 715-760-2350

markfriedrich@yahoo.com

Dave and Joyce Bevan Jason, Jaclyn, Mya and Bianca Bevan 1681 Aust Road

Platteville, WI 53818

Dave 608-732-3622

Jackie 608-732-4251

COW-CALF PAIRS AND BRED HEIFERS

Visitors are always welcome!

Harold and Connie Lietzau 7477 Iband Ave., Sparta, WI 54656 608-633-2875

WISCONSIN

Joe and Amy Starr and Family

E5198 N. Water Dr. Manawa, WI 54949 920-596-2580

Fax 920-596-2380

starr@wolfnet.net

Issac and Stephanie Knuth

E4924 Narrows Creek Farm Loganville, WI 53943 608-415-7511

iknuth@knuthconcreteandconstruction.com

Lininger Farms

Chester Lininger W1018 Spring Prairie Rd. Burlington, WI 53105 262-763-8846

clininger@wi.rr.com

HEREFORDS our only business

Ken and Sandy 608-434-0578

Travis and Megan 608-434-2843

Jim and Veronica

E10645 Hatchery Rd. Baraboo, WI 53913 ken254@centurytel.net

Pierce’s Hereford Haven

BOETTCHER’S BROOKVIEW ACRES

Butch and Maryellen W16163 U.S. Hwy. 10 Fairchild, WI 54741 715-597-2036

Brandon 715-533-2470

Garritt 715-586-0033

Michael 715-533-3370 Ryan, Tiff and Andrew Timm 507-433-1183

cmboettcher@centurytel.net www.brookviewacres.com

hjh@whiskeyrunfarms.com www.whiskeyrunfarms.com

Hank and Charlotte Handzel & Family 2791 Sime Rd. Cottage Grove, WI 53527 608-839-5207 Main 608-235-9417 Cell

Contact NOAH BENEDICT 217-372-8009 or noahb@hereford.org

Steven, Jill, Nicole, Curtis, Alison and Austin Folkman

N250 Highview Rd. Ixonia, WI 53036 920-474-7403

262-617-6346 cell

cnlfarm@hughes.net www.cnlfarm.com

Troy and Michelle Jaydon, Devon and Jocelyn Taylor, Ty

www.cottonwoodspringsfarm.com GMF

• grand meadows farm • Dave, Jill and Kristin Bielema

Momma Cows!

2148 S. Croswell • Fremont, MI 49412 231-924-5776 • pcr@ncats.net www.pcrherefords.com

Performance

beefssr@gmail.com

Ben and Lindsay Gandy Reed, Kara and Fox Loney greatlakesherefordbeef@gmail.com

grandmeadowsfarm.com 616-292-7474

ALABAMA

WEIMER

CATTLE COMPANY Tom and Cindy Weimer P.O. Box 1197 • Susanville, CA 96130 530-254-6802 • 530-260-0416 mobile weimercattleco@citlink.net www.weimercattleco.com

Ranching in the Colorado Mountains for Over 100 Years! Registered Hereford and Angus Bulls • Replacement Heifers Mike, Ann, Laura and Daniel Leroux, Owners 239 Cattail Bay • Windsor, CO 80550 Office 970-686-7231 • Ranch 970-653-4219 • Cell 970-222-6005 mike@lerouxlandandcattle.com • www.lerouxlandandcattle.com

Glynn Debter, Perry Debter or John Ross Debter 205-429-4415 or 205-429-2040 4134 County Hwy 30 • Horton, AL 35980 debterfarm@otelco.net

COLORADO James T. Campbell

“Profitable Real World Cattle”

Tom Robb & Sons

POLLED HEREFORDS

Randy & Kelly Owen

John & Randa Starnes

Office: 256-845-3936

John: 256-996-5545

Roland Starnes: 706-601-0800

553 Randy Owen Dr. NE Fort Payne, AL 35967 www.tennesseerivermusic.com cattle@tennesseerivermusic.com

Red, White, and Black: Dixieland Delight Angus, Hereford Production Sale 1st Sat. in May High Cotton Bull Sale Last Monday in October

CALIFORNIA

Brandon Theising 8 05-526-2195 P.O. Box 1019 8 05-358-2115 cell Simi Valley, CA 93062-1019 b randon@pwgcoinc.com www.pwgcattle.com

Steve Lambert Family 2938 Nelson Ave. Oroville, CA 95965 Cell 530-624-5256 lambertranchherefords.com

Jim McDougald Manager 559-822-2178

McDougald Family 559-822-2289

Registered Herefords 46089 Rd. 208, Friant, CA 93626

Morrell Ranches

Registered Herefords & Angus Barry, Carrie and Bailey Morrell Carrie Cell 530-218-5507 Barry Cell 530-682-5808

morrellranches@yahoo.com

5640 Co. Rd. 65 Willows, CA 95988 1975 E. Roosevelt Rd. • El Nido, CA 95317 Gino Pedretti 209-756-1609 Mark St. Pierre 209-233-1406

Gino Pedretti Jr. 209-756-2088

The Mickelson Family P.O. Box 2689 Petaluma, CA 94953 707-481-3440 Jim 707-396-7364 Bobby JMMick@sonic.net sonomamountainherefords.com

High Altitude Registered Horned Herefords Our G Oal is Quality — NOt Qua N tity 850 Meadow Ln. • Guffey, CO 80820 719-689-2047 or Cell 719-650-4929 Clinton Clark 32190 Co. Rd. S • Karval, CO 80823 719-446-5223 • 719-892-0160 Cell cathikclark@gmail.com www.clarkanvilranch.com

Registered • Commercial 34125 Rd. 20 N. • McClave, CO 81057-9604 Tom cell 719-688-2334 719-456-1149 • robbherefords@gmail.com

Registered Herefords and Salers Annual Sale • Second Wednesday

Cline

54286 W.C.R. 27 | Carr, CO 80612 Bryan and Linda Sidwell

Bryan cell 970-381-0264 Linda cell 970-381-6811 sidwell@ezlink.com

ILLINOIS

LaSalle, CO 80645 Hampton and Kay Cornelius 970-396-2935 www.coyoteridgeherefords.com

Marshall Ernst Family Windsor, CO 80550 970-381-6316

High Altitude PAP Tested Since 1980 at 8,000 ft.

MIKE FUCHS HEREFORDS

Practical Proven Real World Cattle

www.ernstherefords.com Selling Quality Bulls and Females Private Treaty 3673 Co. Rd. 14, Del Norte, CO 81132 Mike 719-657-2519 mikefuchsherefords@gmail.com www.mikefuchsherefords.com

Robert and Rita Weitzel 16662 Rd. 25 Dolores, CO 81323 970-739-1284 rweitzel@wildblue.net

Annual Sale in December Registered Polled, Horned Bulls and Replacement Heifers

KUBIN HEREFORD RANCH

George Kubin • 970-323-6249 4535 Hwy. 348 • Olathe, CO 81425 Line One Breeding

11109 N. 50th St. Oblong, IL 62449 Mark Newbold 618-592-4590 • 618-562-3401 Cell

Darrel and Anna Behrends Jim Behrends & Leonda Markee • Kim & Liz 29014 E. C.R. 1000 N. • Mason City, IL 62664 217-482-5470 dab3741@cassblue.com • www.ohfherefords.com

PAQUETTE HEREFORD RANCH

Andrew Paquette 1725 East 3400 North Rd. St. Anne, IL 60964 815-671-0589 Andrew apaquette15@gmail.com

Prairie Meadow Herefords 11268 Hobbs Rd. Rochester, IL 62563 Office 217-529-8878 Greg 217-725-7095

Randy and Jamie Mullinix 997 Twp. Rd. 150E Toulon, IL 61483

309-995-3013

Randy 309-853-6565 • Jamie 309-853-7674 purplereign76@gmail.com • www.purplereigncattle.com

Eric, Cindie, Cassie and Krista Allscheid 8052 Andy Rd. • Waterloo, IL 62298 Cell 618-593-9642 soph@htc.net www.ShingleOaksPolledHerefords.com

Nate and Courtney Wirtjes 9272 Freeport Rd. • Durand, IL 61024 815-629-2441 • Cell 815-871-9118 • wirtjes2@msn.com

Visitors always welcome • Member of The Offense

SAYRE HEREFORD FARM

Tim and Tracie Sayre

Seely, Kendi and Kira Sayre

13188 Virginia Rd. • Arenzville, IL 62611 217-473-5143 sayreherefords@gmail.com

Gene, Lori, Lucas, Logan and Cory Stumpf 473 Gilmore Lake Rd. Columbia, IL 62236 GENE 618-407-8374 LORI 618-407-0429 LUCAS 618-830-0971

West Wind Herefords

Jeff and Kelly Yoder 2356 N 1230 E. Rd. Edinburg, IL 62531 jwyoder62@gmail.com

217-565-3275 • Brian 217-827-9708 • Adam 217-823-9763

INDIANA

Douglas E. Gerber 5324 State Rd. 227 S. • Richmond, IN 47374-9425 765-935-5274 Cell • 765-220-1070 douglas@gerbercattle.com • www.gerbercattle.com

The Platter Family 4214 E State Road-234 Greenfield, IN 46140 Margaret 912-585-7471 Bill 317-997-1760 margaretplatter@icloud.com

Dean and Danny 29111 B Keene Rd. • Maple Hill, KS 66507 785-256-4643 • 785-256-4010 Danny cell 785-383-2493

Walter, Megan and Chuck

785-332-8575 Chuck 785-332-4034 1805 RS 115 St. Francis, KS 67756 megan@douthitherefords.com www.douthitherefords.com

Grant and Linda McKay and Family 1226 8th Rd. Marysville, KS 66508 785-619-6086 308-470-1190 cell glmherefords@bluevalley.net www.glmherefords.com

Alex & Alison Mih, and Mariam Mih P.O. Box 2, Chanute, KS 66720 620-431-3917 • 620-212-3250 cell amih@mmherefords.com

Breeding cattle for economically relevant traits and performance. mmherefords.com

10272 S. Forsse Rd. • Falun, KS 67442 www.oleencattleco.com oleencattle@hometelco.net

Glenn 785-826-0870 Chuck 785-452-2961 Brandon 785-452-8148

Kevin and Vera Schultz Cell 620-546-4570

Tyler and Hannah Schultz 620-546-1574 2048 280th Ave., Haviland, KS 67059 www.sandhillfarms.com

Annual Production Sale • 4th Saturday in March Stop by for a visit anytime.

Schu-Lar Herefords, LLC

“YOUR BRAND OF HEREFORD” SCHUMANN 367 Hwy. 40, Lecompton, KS 66050 • 785-887-6754 brycegina@sunflower.com LARSON 508 Rockfence Pl., Lawrence, KS 66049 • 785-843-5986 schular@sunflower.com

David and Delores Stump Dan and Kim Schmidt 1128 Hwy. 9 Blue Rapids, KS 66411 Dave 785-556-0124 Dan 785-562-6685 info@springhillherefords.com • www.springhillherefords.com

Umberger Polled Herefords

Greg Umberger 3018 U Rd. • Rozel, KS 67574 620-527-4472 Cell: 620-923-5120 gregumberger@yahoo.com www.umbergerpolledherefords.com

HERBEL

“Straight Station Line Ones”

Curtis, Tobie, Erica and Ethan Kesling 1918 W. Delaware Rd. Logansport, IN 46947 574-753-3193

LAUDEMAN FAMILY FARM

3629 5th Rd., Bremen, IN 46506

Cows for sale at all times cjlaudy@fourway.net

HEREFORDS

20161 Saline Rd. Lucas, KS 67648 Jon and Robin Herbel 785-324-2430 herbelxp@gmail.com

KENTUCKY

Todd’s cell

Jason’s cell

Connie, Todd and Cassie, Jason and Jeni, and Bryan Rob, Kristie, Kylie and Logan 7477 E. 825 N. • Otterbein, IN 47970 765-491-0258 kristielm2001@yahoo.com

SHOW STEERS AND HEIFERS FOR SALE!

IOWA STREAM CATTLE CO.

Rod, Sue, Lisa and Sarah Stream 51590 St. Hwy. 14, Chariton, IA 50049 641-774-8124 • streamcattle@hotmail.com www.streamcattle.com Just

BOTKIN POLLED HEREFORDS

www.jamisonherefords.com

JENSEN BROS.

Kevin and Sheila and Family Kevin — Cell 785-243-6397 Sheila — Cell 785-262-1116 Box 197 • Courtland, KS 66939 jensenks@courtland.net www.jensenbros.net

“The Brand That Works”

KS

Karsten & Kasen Breiner 7 85-564-2091 David & Diane Breiner 7 85-456-4790

& Sharon Breiner 7 85-207-3070 millcreekranch.com millcreekranch@embarqmail.com

Robert and Susan Botkin 1999 Walnut Hill Rd. Lexington, KY 40515 859-271-9086 859-533-3790 Cell shane4413@windstream.net

Cattle for Sale at All Times 6077 Helena Rd. • Mays Lick, KY 41055 Charlie 606-584-5194 • Blake 606-375-3718 www.boydbeef.com

Brad, Carla, Clay, Clint, Caleb and Cooper 1011 Driftwood Lane Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Cell 270-668-7126 Fax 270-735-9922 bchambliss@priorityapproval.com

ereford.org

MATHENY HEREFORDS

6706 US Hwy. 68 Mays Lick, KY 41055

Andrew, Suzanne, Austin and Taylor Belle Matheny Andrew 606-584-5361 Austin 606-375-2167 amathenyherefords@gmail.com

TUCKER STOCK FARMS

Registered Angus and Polled Herefords

S F T

2477 N.W. Main St. • Coon Rapids, MN 55448 We welcome your visit!

Doug and JoAnn 763-755-4930

Bryan and Marytina 763-389-0625 Bradley and Brigitte 612-720-1311

John A. Tucker, II 1790 Hidden Valley Lane Hudson, KY 40145 270-617-0301

BULLS ALWAYS FOR SALE

MARYLAND

EAST SIDE FARM

Registered Polled Herefords Jay and Shelly Stull 10718-A Liberty Rd. Frederick, MD 21701 301-898-8552 www.eastsidehereford.com eastsidehereford@comcast.net Visitors welcome!

1616 John Shirk Rd., Taneytown, MD 21787 Ray 443-871-4917 • ray.howes64@gmail.com Cyndy 443-871-6657 • clhowes@aol.com

Jacob, Michelle and Andrew Wolfrey Melissa Grimmel Schaake 3859 Federal Hill Rd. • Jarrettsville, MD 21084 410-692-5029 • GGSC@grimmelfarms.com www.grimmelgirlsshowcattle.com

SCH Polled Herefords

Samuel C. and Linda Hunter • 301-824-4771 13651 Newcomers Rd., Hagerstown, MD 21742

HERD SIRES: KCF Bennett York D377, KCF Bennett D367 G391, KCF Bennett 776 G413 and SCH Sensation D503 G4

MICHIGAN

W7048 C.R. 356 • Stephenson, MI 49887

Glenn Hanson, Sr 9 06-753-4684

Glenn Hanson, Jr 9 06-630-5169

“Cattle made for the North in the North”

MINNESOTA

DavidandLorieKitchellFamily

Matthew&Darci,DawsonandDuttonKitchell 3471StateHwy.200•Ada,MN56510-9260

701-799-7690• www.dakitchfarms.com

Jerry and Shelly Delaney & Family 2071 C.R. 101 • Lake Benton, MN 56149 507-368-9284 • 507-820-0661 Jerry cell jdh@delaneyherefords.com • www.delaneyherefords.com

2.4 mi. E of 7 Hwy

ROD FINDLEY 32505 E. 179th St. Pleasant Hill, MO 64080 816-540-3711 • 816-365-9959 findleyfarms@gmail.com

Straight Line One Cooper Holden Genetics

BULLS AVAILABLE AT PRIVATE TREATY

Les Krogstad 3348 430th St, Fertile, MN 56540 218-945-6213 • kph@gvtel.com www.krogstadpolledherefords.com

Darin Krogstad 16765 Welch Shortcut Welch, MN 55089 651-485-0159

FOR SALE:

• B ulls

Lester and John Schafer 64664 170th St. Buffalo Lake, MN 55314 320-833-2050

• Females

• Se men

SPRINGWATER POLLED HEREFORDS

Troy Williamson 110 161st St. Garretson, SD 57030 507-597-6221 605-254-7875 Cell twilliamson@alliancecom.net

MISSISSIPPI

Chad Williamson 339 91st St. Pipestone, MN 56164 507-825-5766 507-215-0817 Cell springwater@svtv.com

Harding Bros. Herefords

MARVIN AND EVERETT HARDING Rt. 2 • Ridgeway, MO 64481 660-872-6870

HIGH PRAIRIE FARM

Gregg and Denver Alsup 18 Alsup Ln. Fair Grove, MO 65648 417-766-6801 gailalsup@gmail.com

Chris and Susan Illg 13299 Bear Ave. Cainsville, MO 64632

Chris 660-425-2561 illgcattleco@outlook.com

Hwy. 28 W. • P.O. Box 753 • Hazlehurst, MS 39083 Ann Zimmerman 601-894-2755 Dayne Zimmerman 704-906-1571 daynez@mindspring.com • www.cranch.com

Herman Nunely and Family 204 Co. Rd. 994 • Iuka, MS 38852 Cell 662-279-5136 Home 662-423-3317 leaningcedarherefords@gmail.com

103 Earl McGuffee Rd. New Hebron, MS 39140 www.mcguffeeherefords.com

Journagan Ranch

AGRICULTURE

Marty D. Lueck, Manager Rt. 1, Box 85G • Mountain Grove, MO 65711 417-948-2669 • Cell 417-838-1482

Eric, Jr. 417-860-7151

Eric & Kami 417-737-0055 SPHHerefords@outlook.com

MONTANA

Joe McGuffee 601-672-0245 Ryan McGuffee 601-668-1000 ryanmcgu@bellsouth.net Bobby Singleton 615-708-1034

Don and Tammy Sims Colton and Brittany Sims Ross and Amber Parker

Ranch 662-462-5885 Don 662-284-9410 Colton 662-415-5885

122 Co. Rd. 358 Burnsville, MS 38833 donaldksims@hotmail.com

MISSOURI

TOM BIGLIENI AND JILL EWING

2109 Des Peres Rd., St. Louis, MO 63131 417-827-8482 • tgbig@sbcglobal.net

FARM ADDRESS: 3345 Lollar Branch Rd., Sullivan, MO 63080

Owner: Al Bonebrake

James Henderson, Herdsman 417-588-4572 • Springfield, MO

26 Years Line 1 Genetics

CURLEW Cattle Company

BULLS For Sale in the Spring Howard Moss 895 Whitetail Rd., Whitehall, MT 59759 406-287-9947

Mark, Della, Lacey and Jane’a Ehlke

Box 1487 Townsend, MT 59644 406-266-4121 Cell 406-439-4311 info@ehlkeherefords.com

Feddes Herefords

2009 Churchill Road Manhattan, Montana 59741

Dan 406-570-1602 drfeddes@msn.com Tim 406-570-4771 tfeddes@msn.com www.feddes.com

Albert Moeller & Sons

7582 S Engleman Rd Grand Island, NE 68803

308-384-0979

Cattle for sale by Private Treaty and at Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic

NEVADA

Dennis and Rachel Lee 775-217-2280 dlee6d@gmail.com

2705 Testolin Rd., Fallon, NV 89406

“The Best of Both” Horned and Polled Genetics

Don, Skeeter, Kari, Brooke and Bryce P.O. Box 239 • Orovada, NV 89425 775-272-3152 Home • 775-272-3153 Fax 209-479-0287 Cell orovadaherefords@aol.com brumleyfarms.com

P.O. Box 306 • Hyannis, NE 69350 James 308-458-2406 Bryan 308-458-2865 • Bob 308-458-2731

Horned and Polled Herefords Bull & Female Sale Sept. 4, 2023 Chris Beck, Mgr. 618-367-5397

Bob Coker, Owner 916-539-1987 640 Genoa Ln. Minden, NV 89423 www.genoalivestock.com

Mrnak Herefords West

1417 Rd. 2100 Guide Rock, NE 68942-8099 Ron 402-756-3462 rnschutte@gtmc.net www.schutteandsons.net

BERNIE AND STACIE BUZANOWSKI Arthur, NE

308-726-2138 • 406-855-8288 cell

UPSTREAM RANCH

Annual Bull Sale • First Saturday in February

45060 Upstream Rd. • Taylor, NE 68879 Brent and Robin Meeks • 308-942-3195 upstreamranch@gmail.com www.upstreamcattle.com

Loren, Terrie, Hunter and Tanner PO Box 2412 • Minden, NV 89423 775-848-0160 lorenmrnak@aol.com www.mrnakherefordswest.com

NEW JERSEY

AJ Stahoski -Herdsman-

NEW MEXICO

B&H HEREFORDS

Phil Harvey Jr.

P.O. Box 40 Mesilla, NM 88046 575-524-9316 Cell: 575-644-6925 philharveyjr@comcast.net www.bhherefords.com

859 Romero Rd · Nara Visa, NM Cliff Copeland · 575-403-8123

Matt Copeland · 580-336-8284

Alyssa Copeland 731-499-3356

Jim Bob Burnett 205 E. Cottonwood Rd. Lake Arthur, NM 88253 Cell: 575-365-8291 burnettjimbob@gmail.com

9767 Quay Road O Nara Visa, NM 88430

Michael Pérez - 575-403-7970

Kyle Pérez - 575-403-7971

Drew Pérez - 806-640-8340 Info@PerezCattleCo.com PerezCattleCo.com

NEW YORK

SPRING

John and Ted Kriese – 4385 Italy Hill Road – Branchport, NY 14418 315-856-0234

Oshkosh, NE 69154 • www.vannewkirkherefords.com

Joe: 308-778-6049 • Kolby: 308-778-6230 Quality Herefords Since 1892

cornerstone@plateautel.net www.cornerstoneranch.net

575-355-2803 • 575-355-6621

616 Pecan Dr., Ft. Sumner, NM 88119

LaMoyne and Opal Peters Leslie and Glenda Armstrong Kevin and Renee Grant Ephesians 2:20

PENNSYLVANIA

Shawn Guyer 814-285-0602

Traci Guyer 814-285-6880 Mason Guyer 814-330-5334 traciguyer@gmail.com

4G Herefords

Don and Madeline Hennon Sewickley, PA 15143 412-741-2883

Fax 412-741-2883

Robert Glenn, manager 724-748-4303 www.barhfarm.com

Hoffman Herefords

Horned & Polled Herefords

11341 357th Ave. • Leola, SD 57456 Colin 605-216-7506 • Miles 605-277-5048 cmbhoffman@msn.com www.hoffmanherefords.com

JBN l

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SOUTH CAROLINA

P.O. Box 1057 • Seneca, SC 29679 864-882-1890 • Deryl cell 864-324-3268 deryl@keeserealtysc.com • Grass Fed Cattle

SOUTH DAKOTA

Bar JZ Ranches

Homozygous Polled Herefords

Don, Peg, Seth and Bridget Zilverberg 18542 326th Ave. Holabird, SD 57540 605-852-2966 www.barjz.com cattle@barjz.com

74th Annual Production Sale Feb. 21, 2023

Bischoff’s Ravine Creek Ranch

Gerald and Janelle Bischoff 20025 399th Ave., Huron, SD 37350 605-352-5530 • Cell 605-350-0979 Garret 605-461-1555 • Matt 605-350-0980 ravinecr@santel.net • www.ravinecreekranch.com

Annual Production Sale - 2nd Wednesday in March

HEREFORDS

Gordon and Thordys 39462 178th St. Frankfort, SD 57440 605-472-0619

Michael and Becky 605-224-4187 605-870-0052 blumeherf@yahoo.com

e GGers sOut H view farms

Tim and Philip Eggers 25750 476th Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104 Tim cell 605-929-6560 Philip cell 605-351-5438 eggerssouthviewfarms@gmail.com

I-29 Bull Run Sale 2nd Saturday in March

Keith, Cheryl, Erin and Matt Fawcett • 605-870-0161

Dan, Kyla, Hollis and Ivy Fawcett • 605-870-6172 Weston, Kristin, Falon and Jensen Kusser www.fawcettselmcreekranch.com

Jim and Jeannine Bockwoldt 22370 152nd Place, Box Elder, SD 57719 605-923-2366 jbnlivestock@rushmore.com • www.jbnlivestock.com

Registered Herefords 17309 322nd Ave. Onida, SD 57564 Ken Bieber Family bedrock842002@yahoo.com

Watch for our annual production sale date Contact Brooke 605-769-9992 or Kirk 605-769-9991

44130 279th

Ollerich

Rogersville, TN 37857 423-272-5018 423-754-1213 Cell roganfarm@yahoo.com

Steven Lee 615-799-8085 cell 615-456-6165

5121 Bedford Creek Rd., Franklin, TN 37064 triplelranch@msn.com • sleehereford@gmail.com www.lllranch.com

Woodard Hereford Farms

Since 1945 – Quality Line 1 Cattle For Sale! Winn Woodard 615-389-2624 • Phil Spicer 615-351-2810 4948 William Woodard R d. S pringfield , TN 37172

TEXAS

ATLAS FARMS

Your source for top end bulls and females.  Jimmy, Claudia and Precious Atlas 4920 CR 401 • Grandview, TX 76050 214-202-5178 • 817-456-4691 atlasfarms@sbcglobal.net

Bill or Chad Breeding 1301 N. Lions • P.O. Box 186 8 06-868-4661 or 806-570-9554 Miami, TX 79059 b reeder@amaonline.com

Terri Barber 817-727-6107 Jason Barber 817-718-5821 Dale

Barber 806-930-6917 10175 F.M. 3138 • Channing, TX 79018 www.barberranch.com • office@barberranch.com

and Angela Case P.O. Box 240, Mertzon, TX 76941 325-650-6209 • pete@caseranch.com www.caseranch.com

Jack & Lyn Chastain 3924 Burkett Dr Ft. Worth, TX 76116 817-821-3544

located at Mineral Wells, TX

DUDLEY BROS.

Harry and Cheryl Grett 512-303-5714 P.O. Box 969 Elgin, TX 78621 g3ranch@aol.com

Maynard and Sandi Warnken Kevin Warnken, manager P.O. Drawer 29 • Schulenburg, TX 78956 979-561-8846 • 979-561-8867 fax Kevin cell 979-743-0619 rockinw@cvctx.com • rockinwranch.net

Randy Wood, manager 325-396-5526 5749 Rocking Chair Ln. Ft. McKavett, TX 76841 www.therockingchairranch.com

Raising cattle in Texas since 1855

Joey and Susan Skrivanek, owners 407 W. Mustang • Caldwell, TX 77836

Cell 979-224-4698 • Office 979-567-3131 j.skrivanekranch@outlook.com

9 miles east of Caldwell on Hwy. 21 or 15 miles west of Bryan-College Station on Hwy. 21

h2ranch@rodzoo.com

7787 ROCKY RIDGE LN. MADISONVILLE, TX 77864

Office 936-349-0439

H2Ranch@rodzoo.com www.h2ranchandcattle.com

From Madisonville, go S on I-45 to Exit #136, go E 2 miles to H2 Gates.

Lee & Jacqui Haygood 923 Hillside Ave. Canadian, TX 79014 806-323-2906 lee@indianmoundranch.com indianmoundranch.com

Larry Woodson Bonham, TX 214-491-7017 larrywoodson@gmail.com www.stillriverranch.com

MARBLELATION!

SUNNY HILL RANCH

Horned and Polled Pete Johnson, owner St Hwy 94 • Lufkin, TX 75904 936-465-1672 • pljmhj@yahoo.com http://www.sunnyhillranchherefords.com Southeast Texas Bull Sale Headquarters

4609 Airport Freeway Ft. Worth, Texas 76117 817-831-3161 texashereford@sbcglobal.net www.texashereford.org

williams family H erefOrds Herb and Susan Williams, Owners P.O. Box 567, Decatur, TX 76234

Herb Cell 940-393-1651 • Office/Ranch 940-466-3381 Fax 940-466-7237 Williamsfamilyherefords.com • herbsusan@msn.com

Since 1891, family owned and operated for five generations! Hwy. 51 north, 10 miles from Decatur, Texas Registered/Commercial Hereford Cattle

Jonathan and Craig Johansen Castle Dale, UT • 435-650-8466 johansenherefords@gmail.com www.johansenherefords.com

Line One Performance Breeding Since 1979

Jake Rees 801-668-8613 Scott Rees 801-949-8960

Roger Rees, DVM 801-913-5747

Herefords & Angus ReesCattle.com reescattle@gmail.com

2235 E. Rees Ln.•Morgan , UT 84050

VIRGINIA

Featuring Polled Descendants of J215 Thistle Tree Farm

Linda Lonas P.O. Box 187 • Purcellville, VA 20134 703-850-5501 Cell • 703-368-5812 Office

WASHINGTON

Bill and Terrilie Cox 688 Pataha St. Pomeroy, WA 99347 509-566-7050 cell cxranch@live.com

SINCE 1943 DIAMOND M RANCH

SELLING 1,500 HEREFORDS ANNUALLY

“The great feedlot performance cattle”

The McIrvins Box 99 Laurier, WA 509-684-4380

LARGENT and SONS

Hereford Cattle Since 1902 P.O. Box 66 • Kaycee, WY 82639 307-738-2443 or 307-267-3229 Cell Sale

Noack Herefords 116 E. Bell Ave. Rockdale, TX 76567 Cell 979-218-0065 Office 512-446-6200

NOLAN HEREFORDS

Scott, Alise, Ilissa, Bethany and Audrey 1950 Skylark Rd. • Gilmer, TX 75645 nolanherefords@aol.com Res. 903-797-6131 Cell 903-738-5636

UTAH

Rod Curtis 435-770-0509 rod@cachefeeds.com herefords1@hotmail.com

Bill and Linda Johnson 3350 N. St. Rd. 32 Marion, UT 84036 435-783-4455 bjohn@allwest.net

Cattle for sale at the ranch

JB Herefords

3847 W. 2200 S. • Wellsville, UT 84339 www.jbherefords.com

Billy Jensen 435-764-2422 Kyson Smith 435-421-9032 jbherefords@gmail.com Jensen Brothers Herefords – Since 1920

Winter Headquarters 646 Lake Rd. Burbank, WA 99323 509-545-5676

WEST VIRGINIA

westfall POlled H erefOrds

Jim Westfall, owner 304-927-2104 • cell 304-377-1247 jimwestfall2104@gmail.com

John Westfall, herdsman 304-927-3639 1109 Triplett Rd. • Spencer, WV 25276

Bulls and Females For Sale

WISCONSIN

Kevin and Janice Bennett 3752 Ollie Bell Rd. Benton, WI 53803 608-778-8685 kevinjanicebennett@gmail.com www.sandrockranchherefords.com

WYOMING

Jay and Janice Berry 3049 C.R. 225 Cheyenne, WY 82009 307-634-5178 • www.wherecowmenbuybulls.com

John Fauth

700 Baldwin Rd. New Athens, IL 62264

618-920-3716

fulabul2@hotmail.com

LORENZEN FARMS

Steve Lorenzen

17696 E. 1825th Rd. Chrisman, IL 61924 217-269-2803

www.lorenzenfarms.com

Samantha, Todd, Rachel and Zach Parish

618-926-7388

www.parishfarms.com

1764 US RT 136 Penfield, IL 61862 Buddy 217-649-0108

Bailey 217-714-4955 Cody 217-871-9708

edenburnfamilyfarm@gmail.com

Box 488 Macomb, IL 61455 Office 309-833-5543

www.lowderman. com

Floyd, Annette and Brittany 815-223-4484

Bryan, Lisa, Tyler and Melinda Braun 1855 DD Rd. Columbia, IL 62236

618-593-7255

lbraun@rmoil.com or bbraun@htc.net

Tuscola, IL 61953

Dave, Marcia & Elise Hackett

Dave: 217-621-1761

Elise: 217-621-6864

davehackett91@yahoo.com

Chad, Erin and J.W. 815-712-5739

LaSalle, IL 61301

c_herfs1@yahoo.com

Lonny, Kim (Carney) and Riley Rhodes 18736 Cross Creek Rd. Carlinville, Il 62626 217-899-4104 Cell

rhodesfarminc.kim@gmail.com Cattle and Embryos for sale at all times

Calendar of Events

“Calendar of Events” is a listing of Hereford sales and events known to our staff. Italicized dates denote shows and events. Non-italicized dates denote sales. To make the calendar concise we have used the following abbreviations: association, assn.; international, int’l; junior, jr.; mountain, mtn.; national, nat’l; northeast, NE; northwest, NW; performance tested, PT; southeast, SE; southwest, SW; and university, Un.

FEBRUARY

1 Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo Hereford Show & Sale, Rapid City, S.D.

2-5 Klamath Bull Sale, Klamath Falls, Ore.

2 Ridder Hereford Ranch Annual Bull & Heifer Sale, Callaway, Neb.

2 Stroh Hereford Ranch Annual Ranch Ready Production Sale, Killdeer, N.D.

3 Baumgarten Cattle Co. Annual Bull Sale, Belfield, N.D.

3 Dvorak Herefords Bull & Female Sale, Lake Andes, S.D.

3 Elkington Polled Herefords & South Devons 43rd Range Raised Cattle Sale, Idaho Falls, Idaho

4 Buckeye Hereford Assn. Annual Meeting, Plain City, Ohio

4 Hill 70 Quantock Ranch Barn Burnin’ Bull Sale, Lloydminster, Alberta

4 JM Cattle Co. Annual Bull Sale, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.

4 Messner Herefords Annual Production Sale, Laverne, Okla.

4 Upstream Ranch Annual Production Sale, Taylor, Neb.

6 Pelton Polled Herefords Annual Production Sale, Halliday, N.D.

8 Durbin Creek Ranch Annual Bull Sale, Worland, Wyo.

8 Friedt Herefords Annual Production Sale, Dickinson, N.D.

10 CX Ranch Annual Production Sale, Lewiston, Idaho

10 Lambert Ranch Modoc Bull Sale, Alturas, Calif.

10 Topp Herefords Volume XXIII Bull Sale, Grace City, N.D.

12 Dixie Nat’l Hereford Open Show, Jackson, Miss.

12 Mrnak Hereford Ranch 56th Annual Production Sale, Bowman, N.D.

13 BB Cattle Co. Annual Production Sale, Connell, Wash.

13 Fawcett’s Elm Creek Ranch Annual Production Sale, Ree Heights, S.D.

13 Logterman Herefords & Angus Production Sale, Valentine, Neb.

15 Iowa Beef Expo Select Hereford Sale, Des Moines, Iowa

15 Shaw Cattle Co. Spring Bull Sale, Caldwell, Idaho

16 Mitchell Livestock Hereford Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale, Mitchell, S.D.

16 Olson Hereford Ranch Red Power Bull Sale, Argusville, N.D.

16 Wooden Shoe Farms Bull Sale, Blackfoot, Idaho

17 Hoffman Ranch Spring Bull Sale, Thedford, Neb.

17 White Hawk Ranch Beef Maker Bull Sale, Buchanan, Ga.

18 Colorado State Un. Annual Bull & Female Sale, Ft. Collins

18 The Southern Opportunity Hereford Sale, Lexington, Tenn.

20 Five Star Polled Herefords & Haught Bros.

A Lasting Legacy Sale, Harrisville, W.Va.

20 Rausch Herefords Annual Production Sale, Hoven, S.D.

21 Bar JZ Ranches Annual Production Sale, Holabird, S.D.

21 Ulrich Herefords Dispersal Part II, Lethbridge, Alberta

22 NCC – The Classic Hereford Show, Kearney, Neb.

23 NCC – The Classic Hereford Sale, Kearney, Neb.

23 NW Hereford Breeders Bull Sale/OWNI, Hermiston, Ore.

24 Jamison Herefords Spring Bull Sale, Quinter, Kan.

24 Ad deadline for April Hereford World

25 Chapman Land & Cattle & Woolfolk Farms Genetic Source Bull & Female Sale, Nunnelly, Tenn.

25 Illinois Beef Expo Jr. Show, Springfield

25 Kreth Herefords & Angus Annual Bull & Female Sale, Mt. Vernon, S.D.

25 Tegtmeier Polled Herefords Annual Bull & Female Sale, Burchard, Neb.

25 TS Ranch Herefords & Quarter Horses Annual Production Sale, Cottonwood Falls, Kan.

27 Colyer Herefords 43rd Annual Production Sale, Bruneau, Idaho

27 Hereford Heritage Annual Bull Sale, Fort Cobb, Okla.

28 Pérez Cattle Co. Spring Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Nara Visa, N.M.

MARCH

1 Calgary Bull Show, Calgary, Alberta

1 Perks Ranch Annual Spring Bull Sale (Online), Rockford, Ill.

2 Calgary Bull Sale, Calgary, Alberta

2 Jensen Bros. Annual Bull Sale, Courtland, Kan.

3 Express Ranches Spring Bull Sale, Yukon, Okla.

3 Kansas State Un. Legacy Sale, Manhattan, Kan.

4 Illinois Hereford Assn. Annual Meeting, Bloomington

4 Kentucky Beef Expo Hereford Sale, Louisville

4 Mead Farms Spring Bull Sale, Versailles, Mo.

4 Wisconsin Hereford Assn. Spring Hereford Sale, Fennimore

4 WMC Cattle Co. Annual Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Springfield, Mo.

5 Kentucky Beef Expo Jr. Show, Louisville

6 Harrell Hereford Ranch Annual Production Sale, Baker City, Ore.

6 Kester Herefords/Valley Creek Ranch Annual Bull & Female Sale, Atkinson, Neb.

7 Schutte & Sons Polled Herefords Production Sale, Guide Rock, Neb.

8 Bischoff’s Ravine Creek Ranch Annual Production Sale, Huron, S.D.

8 Udy Cattle Co. Annual Bull Sale, Rockland, Idaho

10 L Bar W Cattle Co. Annual Production Sale, Absarokee, Mont.

10 Sleepy Hollow Farm Annual Bull Sale, Centerville, S.D.

10 Tennessee Hereford Assn. Meeting, Lebanon

11 Boyd Beef Cattle PT Bull Sale, Mays Lick, Ky.

11 Express Ranches Honor Roll Sale, Yukon, Okla.

11 I-29 Bull Run Sale, Sioux Falls, S.D.

11 OYE Futurity Heifer Calf Sale, Oklahoma City, Okla.

11 Tennessee Beef Agribition Hereford Sale, Lebanon

13 Holden Herefords 57th Annual Production Sale, Valier, Mont.

14 Cooper Hereford Ranch 57th Annual Production Sale, Willow Creek, Mont.

14 Harvie Ranching Bull Sale, Olds, Alberta

15 Sadler Ranches Maternal Showcase (Online), Perkins, Okla.

15 Western Breeders Assn. Bull Test Sale, Eltopia, Wash.

16 Bar Star Cattle Bull Sale with Ernst Herefords, Musselshell, Mont.

16 GKB Cattle Co. & Barber Ranch Spring Bull Sale, Desdemona, Texas

16 K7 Herefords Annual Production Sale, Lockridge, Iowa

of Events.

If you would like your sale, show or event to be included in this section, please email your information to Cindy Himmelberg at:

chimmelberg@hereford.org

Please include the name of your event, date and location, even if it’s online. Thank you.

18 Buckeye Hereford Assn. Spring Sale, Columbus, Ohio

18 Falling Timber Farms Annual Bull & Female Sale, Marthasville, Mo.

18 Springhill Herefords On Target Bull Sale, Blue Rapids, Kan.

19 Ohio Beef Expo Jr. Show, Columbus

20 B&D Herefords & Angus Annual Production Sale, Odin, Kan.

21 Flying S Herefords Annual Line One Production Sale, Paluxy, Texas

21 Lorenzen Farms Striving for Integrity Bull Sale (Online), Chrisman, Ill.

22 NJW Polled Herefords Annual Sale, Sheridan, Wyo.

23-26 Building on Leadership Development (BOLD) Conference, Desdemona, Texas

24 Ad deadline for May/June Hereford World

25 Candy Meadow Farm Bull & Female Sale, Lexington, Tenn.

25 DaKitch Farms Annual Bull Sale, Ada, Minn.

25 Heart of America Hereford Assn. Spring Sale, Wayne City, Ill.

25 Sandhill Farms Hereford Production Sale, Haviland, Kan.

27 Copeland & Sons Herefords Demand the Brand Annual Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Clayton, N.M.

27 Oleen Bros. Sale, Dwight, Kan.

27 Snowshoe Cattle Co. Annual Bull Sale, Arthur, Neb.

28 Frenzen Angus & Polled Herefords Annual Production Sale, Fullerton, Neb.

28 Harrison Cattle Co. Production Sale, Arapaho, Okla.

29 Performance Unlimited Bull Sale, Creston, Iowa

APRIL

1 HYFA Spring Scholarship Deadline

4 Freking Cattle Co. Show Heifer Sale (Online), Alpha, Minn.

4 Gerber Land & Cattle Right Kind Sale, Richmond, Ind.

6 Jensen Bros. Female Sale (Online), Courtland, Kan.

6 Wildcat Cattle Co. Frozen Genetics Sale (Online), Darlington, Wis.

8 Central Missouri Polled Hereford Breeders Assn. Spring Sale, Cuba, Mo.

8 Knoll Crest Farm’s Spring Bull & Female Sale, Red House, Va

8 West Virginia Polled Hereford Assn. Sale, Weston

13 Dry Creek Farms Fall Born Show Heifer Sale, Pell City, Ala.

13 McClun’s Lazy JM Ranch Production Sale, Torrington, Wyo.

15 Clifford Farms & Guests Production Sale, Lexington, Ky.

15 Ellis Farms Bull & Female Sale, Chrisman, Ill.

15 Mid-Atlantic Spring Bonanza Sale, Harrisonburg, Va.

15 SandRock Ranch Herefords 5th Annual Production Sale, Benton, Wis.

15 Stuber Ranch Annual Sale, Bowman, N.D.

15 W4 Ranch Spring Production Sale, Morgan, Texas

19 Cherokee Sales Co. Hereford Influenced Feeder Cattle Sale, Cherokee, Okla.

22 Middle Tennessee Hereford Assn. Sale, Cross Plains

22 Ritchie County Polled Hereford Assn. Sale, Harrisville, W.Va.

28 Early bird ad deadline for July Hereford World

28 Express Ranches Grass Time Sale, Yukon, Okla.

29 Barnes Herefords Annual Southern Belles Female Sale, Cedartown, Ga.

MAY

5 South Carolina Hereford Assn. Meeting, Clemson

6 Mead Farms Bull & Female Sale, Versailles, Mo.

6 South Carolina Hereford Assn. Sale, Clemson

6 Tennessee River Music Dixieland Delight Sale, Fort Payne, Ala.

7 Jim D. Bellis Family Hereford Production Sale, Aurora, Mo.

7 Maryland Jr. Hereford Assn. Preview Show, Gaithersburg

11 Kentucky Certified Hereford Influence Feeder

Calf Spring Sale, Stanford

12 Switzerland of Ohio Polled Hereford Assn.

45th Annual Sale, Old Washington

13 Burns Farms Annual Female Event, Pikesville, Tenn.

20 JM Cattle Co. & Blazer Farms Production Sale, Lawrenceburg, Tenn.

26 Ad deadline for July Hereford World

26 Kansas Jr. Preview Show, Manhattan

27 Mead Cattle & Innisfail Farm 3rd Joint Production Sale, Midville, Ga.

29 White Hawk Ranch Beef Maker Bull & Female Sale, Buchanan, Ga.

JUNE

3-4 Indiana Jr. Hereford Assn. Preview Show, Lebanon

3 Pennsylvania Hereford Assn. Jr. Show, Meadville

3-4 Wisconsin Jr. Hereford Assn./WLBA Preview Show, Jefferson

9-11 SE Regional Jr. Hereford Show, Batesville, Miss.

10 Ohio Jr. Premier Preview Show, Wooster

16-17 Kentucky State Hereford Show, Germantown

17-18 Illinois Jr. Hereford Assn. Preview Show, Sandwich

26 Ad deadline for August Hereford World

JULY

8-14 Jr. Nat’l Hereford Expo, Madison, Wis.

25 Ad deadline for September Hereford World

26-29 Faces of Leadership Conference, Columbus, Ohio

AUGUST

26 East Tennessee Polled Hereford Assn. Sale, White Pine

SEPTEMBER

2 Boyd Beef Cattle Breeders Cup Sale, Mays Lick, Ky.

4 Walker Herefords Foundations for the Future, Morrison, Tenn.

9 Lorenzen Farms Striving for Integrity Sale, Chrisman, Ill.

15 Churchill Cattle Co. World Class Female Sale, Manhattan, Mont.

16 Central Missouri Polled Hereford Breeders Assn. Fall Sale, Cuba, Mo.

22 Sierra Ranches Western Treasures Vol. VII, Modesto, Calif.

24 WMC Cattle Co. Ladies of The Ozarks Female Sale, Wasola, Mo.

27 Ernst Herefords Complete Dispersal, Greeley, Colo.

OCTOBER

2 Express Ranches Fall Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Yukon, Okla.

3 Copeland & Sons Demand the Brand Female Sale (Online), Clayton, N.M.

7 Colyer Herefords 22nd Annual Fall Female Sale, Bruneau, Idaho

7 Fawcett’s Elm Creek Ranch Annual Fall Female Sale, Ree Heights, S.D.

7 Journagan Ranch/Missouri State Un. Genetically Yours Sale, Springfield, Mo.

8 Wildcat Cattle Co. Badger Southern Select Sale, Darlington, Wis.

9 Indian Mound Ranch Annual Bull & Female Production Sale, Canadian, Texas

14 Perks Ranch 12th Annual Fall Celebration Sale, Rockford, Ill.

17 Bernard Show Cattle Fall Production Sale (Online), Grand Ridge, Ill.

19 Jensen Bros. The Chosen Female Sale, Louisburg, Kan.

23 White Hawk Ranch Bull & Female Sale, Buchanan, Ga.

28 Lacy’s Red Angus & Polled Herefords Annual Production Sale, Drexel, Mo.

NOVEMBER

4 Burns Farms 15th Annual Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Pikeville, Tenn.

5 Barnes Herefords Annual Fall Bull & Commercial Female Sale, Cedartown, Ga.

8 Barber Ranch Annual Fall Bull Sale, San Saba, Texas

21 B&D Herefords & Angus Fall Production Sale, Claflin, Kan.

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