July/August 2018 California Cattleman

JULY/AUGUST 2018

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TEHAMA ANGUS Ranch 23820 Tehama Ave., Gerber, CA 96035

tehamaranch@gmail.com • www.tehamaangus.com

Ranch (530) 385-1570 Bryce Borror (530) 526-9404

Videos of bulls available on our website

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CALIFORNIA CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION OFFICERS

PRESIDENT David Daley, Oroville FIRST VICE PRESIDENT Mark Lacey, Independence SECOND VICE PRESIDENTS Pat Kirby, Wilton Mike Miller, San Jose Cindy Tews, Fresno TREASURER Rob von der Lieth, Copperopolis

STAFF

EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT Billy Gatlin VICE PRESIDENT OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Justin Oldfield DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS Kirk Wilbur DIRECTOR OF FINANCE Lisa Brendlen DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Jenna Chandler OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR Katie Roberti

PUBLICATION SERVICES OFFICE & CIRCULATION CCA Office: (916) 444-0845 Fax: (916) 444-2194

MANAGING MAGAZINE EDITOR Stevie Ipsen (208) 996-4922 stevie.ipsen@gmail.com ADVERTISING SALES/FIELD SERVICES Matt Macfarlane (916) 803-3113 m3cattlemarketing@gmail.com BILLING SERVICES Lisa Brendlen lisa@calcattlemen.org

Committed to Serving You from Matt Macfarlane, M3 Cattle Marketing

Welcome to the 2018 edition of the California Cattleman Bull Buyer’s Guide. As we roar into mid summer, most regions, particularly in the north, are thankful for another good grass year, but it was somewhat spotty and the southern part of the state could use some extended moisture. The summer fire season has started and we certainly hope we do not have the blazes that have devastated us as they have the past few summers. I hope the multitude of additional firebreaks being cut around the state are not tested like last summer.

As I have gotten out to see many of the special sales and hear reports, the markets are slightly down from a year ago, but I have noticed recently that quality genetics, reputation, herd health, proper animal handling and age and source verified cattle have gotten quite a premium as early summer marketing has begun. Longer term, cattle numbers are still increasing, and a general trend of growing feedlot inventories is expected for several more months at least.

Placement patterns the last few months have impacted the timing of feedlot production and the fed cattle market has been struggling a bit under the weight of bunched fed cattle supplies in the second quarter.

Increased feedlot marketings translate into increased cattle slaughter and increased beef production. Increased beef production in the second half of the year will depend on how much cattle slaughter increases and on how much carcass weights rebound from last year’s decline.

Genetics continue to be a very important part of commercial producers’ marketing strongpoints and the fall bull sale season is just around the corner. In the middle of

sorting through loads of bull pictures, performance data, pedigrees and video, I am sure that if you are in need of quality bulls, there is plenty to choose from as you look through our advertiser base in this special summer issue. Our seedstock producers are some of the best in the country and California has as good of genetics as you can get. There will be plenty to choose form this fall in California; take advantage of those that choose to support CCA and its efforts in Sacramento and Washington, D.C. The cattle business is forever changing, and staying on top of the issues that face us every day and battling for the California cattle producers is why CCA exists. Please support this organization in their efforts as you are getting the benefit of their work whether you are a member or not.

On a personal note, I would like to wish Ellington Peek of Western Video Market and Shasta Livestock a very happy 90th birthday! Ellington is truly a legendary figure in the cattle industry and has been one of the unsung pioneers over many decades and continues to be closely involved in the success of WVM to this day. His positive demeanor and tenacious drive to help his customers is something I have admired greatly for the nearly 20 years I have had the opportunity to work with him at Western Video Market and Shasta sales. Here’s to many more, Ellington!

I will be looking at thousands of bulls leading into this fall. If you have any interest or need for bulls or females please let me know if I can help you out. I look forward to seeing many of you as I travel across the West.

SERVING CALIFORNIA BEEF PRODUCERS SINCE 1917 Bolded names and businesses in editorial represent only current members of the California Cattlmen’s Association or California CattleWomen, Inc. For questions about your membership status, contact the CCA office at (916) 444-0845.

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ON THE COVER

JULY • AUGUST 2018 Volume 101, Issue 7

ASSOCIATION PERSPECTIVES CATTLEMEN’S COLUMN CCA is more than 9-to-5

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BUNKHOUSE Election predictions for November

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YOUR DUES DOLLARS AT WORK 14 What you need to know about ELDs PROGRESSIVE PRODUCER 22 Preparing for bull turnout VET VIEWS 34 Avoiding BRD retreatments FROM COAST TO COAST 40 Kester on the big issues BEEF AT HOME AND ABROAD The cost of Chinese trade

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATOR Sharing your product from pasture to plate

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CHIMES CCW members host Region VI meeting

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RANGELAND TRUST TALK Impacts of ranch conservation

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CERTIFICATES OF ACHIEVEMENT CCA recognizes future industry leaders

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SPECIAL FEATURES

Bull development for commercial ranchers 28 Finalizing the foothill abortion vaccine 36 Fighting fake meat 46 The reality of wolves on California ranches 52 Driving demand without adding cost 62 Advice for young people on paving their way 66 Pedretti Family: Commitment to beef improvement 70 Help across the aisle 80 Clarifying bear and lion take 82 Ladies who can do it all 90 San Diego CowBelles reaching the masses 94 NCBA event developing leaders 100 California ranchers leading national brands 110, 112

READER SERVICE

Buyers’ Guide 120 Obituaries 128 Wedding Bells and New Arrivals 129 Advertisers Index 130

The cover of this year’s Bull Buyer’s Guide features a photograph taken by photographer Cain Madrigal.

Throughout this issue you will see advertisements from reputable purebred beef producers who can provide genetics that will propel your cowherd into the future. As you consider adding to your bull battery this fall, these breeders can supply you with the traits you are seeking.

UPCOMING CCA & CCW EVENTS Aug. 1-4

Sept. 23

NCBA Summer Business Meeting Denver, Colo.

Farm- to-Fork Festival Sacramento

Sept. 26-29

50th Anniversary Public Lands Council Meeting Park City, Utah

Nov. 28-30

102nd CCA & CCW Convention The Nugget Resort & Casino, Sparks, Nev.

Does your local cattlemen’s association or cattlewomen’s unit have an upcoming event they would like to share with other beef and ranching enthusiasts? Please contact the CCA office to have your events listed in this publication!

Selling 165 Bulls ANGUS RANCH

Performance Bull Sale

Sat., Sept. 1 NEW SALE LOCATION

EZ Angus’ Tejas Ranch • Farmington, CA

EZAR UPWARD 7250

Born 3/04/17 • Sire: Sitz Upward 307R MGS: A A R Ten X 7008 S A CED BW +11 +1.7

WW +79

YW +146

Milk CW +37 +82

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$W +81.83

$B +192.40

This bull offers top 1% breed ranking for WW, YW, CW, $Wean, and $Beef Index. His dam is a Ten X donor that is also out of a full sister to GAR Progress.

Lunch: 11:30 a.m. • Sale 12:30 p.m.

Please join us at our NEW sale location on the Tejas Ranch at 22950 Milton Road, west of Farmington, CA. On Sept. 1, we will offer 165 performance-tested bulls with complete DNA testing. Bulls are vaccinated for anaplas and tested PI Negative for BVD. We offer FREE DELIVERY in California and Nevada. Every bull selling is backed by the EZ Angus Breeding Guarantee!

These sale bulls will feature breed-leading genetics. The portion of this year’s offering ranking in the elite 25% of the Angus breed for EPDs and/or $Value Indexes include: • 49% for Calving-Ease Direct EPD • 73% for Marbling EPD • 52% for Ribeye EPD • 64% for Weaning Weight EPD • 82% for $Wean Value • 59% for Yearling Weight EPD • 74% for $Beef Value • 54% for Carcass Weight EPD

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EZAR RAINMAKER 7046 Born 1/31/17 • Sire: Basin Rainmaker 4404 MGS: V A R Discovery 2240

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$W +78.44

$B +183.43

Tremendous growth in this bull which ranks in the elite 2% for WW, YW, CW, and $Weaned Calf Value with a top 1% Beef Value. His dam is a full sister to the $100,000 high-selling cow at the 2016 Express Sale in Oklahoma.

SALE BROADCAST

Tim & Marilyn Callison...................................................................................Owners Chad Davis ..................................................................................559 333-0362 Travis Coy...................................................................................559 392-8772 Justin Schmidt .............................................................................209 585-6533 Website ............................................................................... www.ezangusranch.com 6 California Cattleman July • August 2018

INAUGURAL ANGUS FEMALE SALE Monday, October 15 Porterville, CA Brunch 10 a.m. • Sale 11 a.m.

EZAR PAYWEIGHT 7023

EZAR PAYWEIGHT 7197

EZAR GENERATION 7143

Born 1/8/17 • Sire: Basin Payweight 1682 MGS: A A R Ten X 7008 S A

Born 2/6/17 • Sire: Basin Payweight 1682 MGS: PA Power Tool 9108

Born 1/10/17 • Sire: V A R Generation 2100 MGS: GAR-EGL Protege

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +8 -2.0 +54 +102 +34 +48 +.79 +.47 +69.10 +157.07

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +5 +1.3 +63 +116 +27 +52 +.53 +.83 +67.74 +168.88

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +3 +3.0 +67 +124 +10 +54 +.51 +.75 +41.29 +170.06

EZAR ADVANCE 7224

EZAR ADVANCE 7182

EZAR RAMPAGE 7269

Born 2/22/17 • Sire: Basin Advance 3134 MGS: Hoover Dam

Born 1/27/17 • Sire: Basin Advance 3134 MGS: Summitcrest Complete 1P55

Born 3/7/17 • Sire: Quaker Hill Rampage 0A36 MGS: Connealy Consensus 7229

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +10 +1.0 +60 +112 +41 +61 +.96 +1.03 +74.20 +181.61

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +8 +.7 +68 +118 +41 +51 +1.20 +.62 +83.44 +165.67

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +11 +.7 +69 +121 +14 +42 +.94 +1.10 +56.80 +160.03

EZAR YUMA 7260

EZAR GENERATION 7041

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +13 -.6 +69 +113 +39 +57 +.89 +.41 +86.46 +165.47

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +7 +2.4 +72 +123 +24 +50 +1.28 +.79 +65.78 +171.80

EZAR GENERATION 7130 Born 3/3/17 • Sire: V A R Generation 2100 MGS: GAR-EGL Protege

CED BW WW YW Milk CW MA RE $W $B +1 +2.5 +72 +125 +17 +59 +.66 +.94 +58.66 +186.12

Born 3/6/17 • Sire: Basin Yuma 4286 MGS: R/M Man Up 746-09

Born 1/27/17 • Sire: V A R Generation 2100 MGS: G A R Progress

Also selling sons of these breed leading sires: Basin Payweight 1682, Basin Yuma 4286, EXAR Stud 4658B, Quaker Hill Rampage 0A36, VAR Generation 2100, V A R Index 3282, Basin Advance 3134, Basin Rainmaker 4404 and A A R Ten X 7008 S A. Follow Us on Facebook or Visit Our Website for Sale Book Links

SALE MANAGEMENT

John Dickinson ......................916 806-1919 Jake Parnell ...........................916 662-1298

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CATTLEMEN’S COLUMN Be Engaged, Get Involved

cca works around the clock but needs your support

by CCA President Dave Daley In late May I had the pleasure of attending the California-Arizona Cattle Feeders annual meeting in San Diego. This is my third time attending this meeting and I am always impressed by the depth and quality of the speakers.

The entire event is an outstanding program. For cow-calf and stocker operators, I would encourage you to try and attend a future meeting as it will be well worth your time educationally. More importantly, it is a chance for all of us to network and realize how interconnected the success of the cattle feeding business in California is to the success of range cattle producers. We are clearly in this together!

It was great to see such a great turnout and so many old friends at mid-year in Redding. This is the first time in decades that the meeting was held north of Sacramento, and I know our northern counties appreciated it and showed up in record numbers. With that said, I am constantly reminded what a massive state California is – stretching over 1,000 miles north to south. CCA will never find a location where a significant part of our membership will not have to travel to get to our meetings. Our intent is to move midyear meetings around the state, trying to connect with more of our members and non-members alike.

The mid-year meeting was a great opportunity to dig into some challenging issues with an excellent panel discussion on the statewide issue of the role of prescribed fire in our ecosystem, as well as the importance of grazing to fuel load reduction. It seems that the scientific community, regulators and legislators are starting to recognize the critical role of grazing and fire in ecosystem health. Finally! Now CCA needs to continue to push for common sense practices that will allow cattlemen to manage fire and help reduce the catastrophic devastation that is becoming all too common.

We also had a lively interaction regarding the challenge of predators to the ranching community. Mountain lions, bears, wolves, coyotes, dogs and ravens – all presenting different challenges to our producers. This is a vexing problem where there are no clear solutions. However, as ranchers, we must stay engaged and proactive on the issue, continuing to collect information and push for common sense management of predators. We have to be willing to document our losses and push the regulatory community to provide relief.

Every committee meeting at mid-year was well attended with policy developed by our grassroots membership, providing direction to staff and leadership as we move CCA forward. Those resolutions that were adopted will serve as interim policy until the full board meets at the annual convention this fall.

And, thanks to all of the sponsors, donors and buyers at our first mid-year Cattle-PAC event. We are planning to do this event on the off-year from our big Harris Ranch CattlePAC fundraiser. These dollars are critical in the challenging 8 California Cattleman July • August 2018

political climate that we face in Sacramento.

Special thanks to Shasta Livestock, Orland Livestock Commission Yard for being our primary sponsors for this kickoff event!

As you know, the California legislature can be difficult to navigate.

However, I am beyond pleased to report that SB 965 (McGuire), providing producers an opportunity to vote on whether they want to establish a California Cattle Council, passed the Senate with no Senators voting in opposition. This success was due to the hard work and effort of our members and staff – with close to 400 producer letters and over 30 county cattlemen’s groups in support. At press time, the bill is in the Assembly, but we see no major obstacles at this point. And CCA achieved this success in spite of the strong opposition of groups like NRDC and HSUS. It demonstrates what our association can accomplish when we work together.

We are anticipating that the Governor will sign SB 965 this fall ,which means by 2019 producers will be able to vote on whether we want a California Cattle Council established.

Remember, if established, the Council would be composed of cattle producers. The $1 per head checkoff could potentially be spent on live cattle issues, including education, research and promotion. We would finally have some additional resources to further educate our legislators and regulators about issues like water, fire and predators. And, for those producers who still oppose the premise of a checkoff, the $1 per head is refundable without prejudice. Personally, I think this legislation is one of the most important opportunities our industry has had in many, many years. The California Beef Council will continue to do the great work that they are engaged in. But, by statute, CBC funding can only be spent on “beef ”— not on many of the live cattle issues that are so critical to our membership.

The rest of the summer remains busy with Public Lands workshops, a CattleFax seminar for our leadership series, NCBA midyear meetings in Denver, plus several county meetings. And by August, we are already thinking about fall tour. Time flies!

I hope to see many of you this fall if not before. I continue to thoroughly enjoy attending your events and meeting the ranching community.

Sunday, Sept. 2, 2018 Selling 80 Spring & Fall Yearling Bulls

Five Star Land & Livestock Wilton, CA • 1 PM

FIVE STAR 3022 GUINNESS 7011

CONNEALY GUINNESS X EXAR UPSHOT 0562B

CED 3

BW 2.0

WW YW MK 54 96 29

MB .80

RE .43

$W $B 55.27 139.61

BAR R INDEX 7022

V A R INDEX 3282 X SAV NET WORTH 4200

CED 8

BW .6

WW YW MK 57 104 23

MB .72

RE .89

$W $B 57.05 149.99

FIVE STAR 0002 AVIATOR 7012

MUSGRAVE AVIATOR X FIVE STAR PACIFIC 6008

CED 9

BW -.5

WW YW MK 54 92 24

MB .57

RE .37

$W $B 60.81 124.89

BAR R 54 COMMANDO 7008

EF COMMANDO 1366 X SAV BISMARCK 5682

CED 11

BW .7

WW YW MK 62 99 25

MB .74

RE .64

$W $B 67.32 128.25

FIVE STAR 3038 AVIATOR 7017

MUSGRAVE AVIATOR X SAV BRILLIANCE 8077

CED 10

BW -.3

916-712-3696 www.barrangus.com • jj@barrangus.com 6925 Bisbee Dr. • Sloughhouse, CA 95683

MB .55

RE .51

$W $B 59.92 122.51

BAR R 0022 FORTRESS 7009

K C F BENNETT FORTRESS X BCC BUSHWACKER

CED 11

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Sale Management:

Bull videos will be available in August at: www.parnelldickinson.com

WW YW MK 50 86 27

WW YW MK 69 118 21

MB .32

RE .85

$W $B 67.90 149.27

John Dickinson 916-806-1919 Jake Parnell 916-662-1298 Luke Parnell 805-431-1267 sales@parnelldickinson.com

12211 Pear Lane, Wilton, CA 95693 Home 530-795-2161 • Cell 530-304-2811 Abbie: 916-804-4990, abbiernelson@gmail.com jvangus@att.net Ryan, Hailey, Jhett, Cort & Nash Nelson: 916-804-6861 844 Walnut Lane • Winters, CA 95694 Hilario Gomez, Ranch Operations: 916-804-8136 July • August 2018 California Cattleman 9

CCA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Zone 2 - Peach

Zone 1 - Yellow

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Humboldt-Del Norte Mendocino-Lake Sonoma-Marin Napa-Solano

Siskiyou Modoc Lassen Fall River-Big Valley

Zone 3 - Light Blue Shasta-Trinity Plumas-Sierra Tehama Butte Glenn-Colusa Yuba-Sutter Tahoe (Placer-Nevada) Yolo

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Zone 4 - Pink

Zone 5 - Green

Zone 6 - Purple

Amador-El Dorado-Sacramento Calaveras

Merced-Mariposa Madera Fresno-Kings

San Joaquin-Stanislaus

Tuolumne

Zone 7 - Tan

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CCA committee leadership

San Mateo-San Francisco Santa Cruz Santa Clara Contra Costa-Alameda

POLICY COMMITTEES

Zone 8 - Turquoise

Monterey San Benito San Luis Obispo

Santa Barbara Tulare Kern Inyo-Mono-Alpine High Desert

AG & FOOD POLICY Chair: Jack Lavers Vice Chair: Ramsay Wood

Zone 9 - Orange Southern California San Diego-Imperial Ventura

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CATTLE HEALTH & WELL BEING Chair: Tom Talbot, DVM Vice Chair: A.E. “Bud” Sloan, DVM

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CATTLE MARKETING Chair: Col. Jake Parnell Vice Chair: Holly Foster

FEDERAL LANDS Chair: Mike Byrne Vice Chair: Buck Parks

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PROPERTY RIGHTS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT Chair: Adam Cline Vice Chair: Clayton Koopmann

2018 CCA EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE President Dave Daley

Zone Director 5 Gib Gianandrea

ddaley@csuchico.edu • (530) 521-3826

cgianandre@aol.com • (209) 256-3782

First Vice President Mark Lacey

Zone Director 6 Bob Erickson

mjlacey1@me.com • (760) 784-1309

bobericksonequipment@yahoo.com • (209) 652-3536

Second Vice President Pat Kirby

Zone Director 7 Anthony Stornetta

pat.kirby@algilbert.com • (209) 604-3719

anthony.stornetta@sbcfire.com • (805) 391-0044

Second Vice President Mike Miller

Zone Director 8 John Hammon

western-beef@juno.com • (408) 929-8425

hamdawg66@gmail.com • (559) 623-1538

Second Vice President Cindy Tews

Zone Director 9 Bud Sloan

beefnmore@aol.com • (559) 970-6892

Asloan5119@aol.com • (805) 340-0693

Treasurer Rob von der Lieth

Feeder Council Member Paul Cameron

rvdlieth@aol.com • (916) 769-1153

Feeder Council Chairman Mike Smith msmith@harrisranch.com • (559) 301-0076

Feeder Council Vice Chair Trevor Freitas trevor@mendescalfranch.com • (559) 805-5431

Zone Director 1 Ramsey Wood ramseywood83@gmail.com • (530) 680-8985

Zone Director 2 Hugo Klopper hugoklopper@frontier.com • (707) 498-7810

cca affiliate organization leadership ALLIED INDUSTRY COUNCIL Chair: Heston Nunes

CALIFORNIA BEEF CATTLE IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION

President: Rita McPhee Vice President: Ryan Nelson Secretary: Celeste Settrini

pcmesquitecattle@sbcglobal.net •(760) 427-6906

Feeder Council Member Jesse Larios lariosjess1@gmail.com •(760) 455-3888

At Large Appointee Myron Openshaw openshaw4@gmail.com •(530) 521-0099

At Large Appointee Mark Nelson kmarknelson@gmail.com •(916) 849-5558

At Large Appointee Rob Frost rbmaf@juno.com •(805) 377-2231

Zone Director 3 Wally Roney

At Large Appointee Darrel Sweet

bjr@billieweb.com •(530) 519-3608

dsweet@cattlemen.net • (209) 601-4074

Zone Director 4 Mike Bettencourt

At Large Appointee Jerry Hemsted

mbteamroper@aol.com • (209) 499-0794

Jhemsted@att.net • (530) 949-6294

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For more information about CCA’s Executive Board or committees, please contact the CCA office at (916) 444-0845.

SONOMA MOUNTAIN HEREFORDS Private Treaty Preview and Sale September 1, 2018 • Bodega, CA

SMH Domino Trust 6109

SMH Domino Advance 6113B

SMH 88X El Dorado 6146J

SMH Thor’s Domino 6140B

SMH Thor’s Domino 6141J

Featuring 50-plus long yearling and 2-year-old Horned & Polled Hereford bulls We are moving away from our traditional production sale and are implementing a new way of marketing our bulls by having a private treaty sale. This will allow those who can’t make it on sale day to have an opportunity to purchase bulls. The bulls will be available for viewing at our ranch in Bodega any time prior to September 1 and after. The bulls will be available for purchase beginning September 1 on a first come first served basis.

Performance sheets are available for each bull along with accurate rib eye and marbling ultrasound data.

Let our mountain raised bulls build better replacement females and cows for your herd, develop high quality white-faced calves that will fetch top dollar in the market, and help save on your feed bills by using the efficiencies built in to the genetics of Sonoma Mountain Hereford bulls.

For more information or to request a catalog, contact: Jim, Marcia and Jamie Mickelson Bobby and Heidi Mickelson (707) 481-3440 • (707) 396-7365 (707) 396-7364 JMMick@sonic.net P.O. Box 26589, Petaluma, CA 94953 • SonomaMountainHerefords.com

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BUNKHOUSE CREATING CIRCUMSTANCE

CCA members engaged in finding proactive solutions

by CCA Executive Vice President Billy Gatlin Here’s my bold prediction for the November 2018 election: Gavin Newsom will be elected the next Governor of California. A Democrat will win every statewide office and Assembly Democrats will further strengthen their two-thirds majority, adding at least two more members to their caucus. The Democrats will regain their two-thrids majority in the State Senate and Republicans will retain control of the U.S House of Representatives. If you’re a Republican, the circumstances — particularly in Sacramento — may seem pretty dim.

However, if you’re a rancher, I think there is a lot to be optimistic about and opportunity abounds even with the current political circumstances.

Why the optimism? Consider Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw’s take on circumstances: “People are always blaming their circumstances for what they are. I don’t believe in circumstances. The people who get on in this world are the people who get up and look for the circumstances they want, and if they can’t find them, make them.”

Like Shaw, I don’t believe in circumstances or being the victim of them. Admittedly, it can be extremely challenging to find the ideal circumstances in Sacramento.

But isn’t that also true of the ranch? We are rarely greeted with the perfect set of circumstances. Instead, we find it necessary to create the circumstances we want. Imagine your ranch if you simply blamed circumstance and waited for it to change. It doesn’t work.

In the case of Sacramento, CCA has set out to create a set of circumstances that will benefit ranchers regardless of what political party is in power. Ranching, private property rights and rangeland management are not partisan issues. Republicans and Democrats alike value private property rights and know that ranchers are critical to managing our state’s vast rangelands. By helping to elect legislators that share our values regardless of what political party they affiliate with we not only improve CCA’s circumstances in Sacramento, but we are able to influence policy in a way that improves the circumstances on ranches throughout the state.

With the support of our members, Cattle-PAC has made progress in helping to elect more legislators that view ranchers as critical to the future of California.

However, our work is far from over. We must continue to engage in elections and work to elect more candidates that will work on our behalf. This is the most direct 12 California Cattleman July • August 2018

way to improve our circumstances.

Equally important is working to change the minds of those that might have a hostile view towards ranchers and see cattle as a detriment rather than a benefit to our BILLY GATLIN state’s ecosystem. As you might imagine, changing the minds of legislators and regulators is more difficult than electing individuals that agree with you. Fortunately, there are not a lot of these individuals in Sacramento.

The vast majority of legislators and regulators that don’t share our views have simply never been presented with information that would lead them to a position similar to ours.

Through the efforts of our members and CCA’s lobbying team, we are educating those individuals with information on the benefits ranchers and cattle provide to our state. The newly-formed California Cattlemen’s Foundation will play a critical role in creating more opportunities to educate legislators and regulators.

I am optimistic about our future because we have rejected the idea of merely accepting circumstance and instead we have a plan in place and a group of individuals dedicated to not only finding the circumstances we want but making the circumstances that we desire. This is the collective purpose of CCA, its members and the work we are engaged in, and I am honored to be a part of it.

To this point I’d like to close with one last quote from George Bernard Shaw that not only reflects my personal views, but I believe accurately reflects the sentiments of many of our members.

“This is the true joy in life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being thoroughly worn out before you are thrown on the scrap heap...I am of the opinion that my life belongs to the community, and as long as I live, it is my privilege to do for it whatever I can. I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work, the more I live. Life is no ‘brief candle’ to me. It is a sort of splendid torch which I have got hold of for a moment, and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to the future generations.”

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YOUR DUES DOLLARS AT WORK IN-TRANSIT

CCA OUTLINES FEDERAL TRANSPORTATION REGULATIONS On Friday, June 1, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released guidance documents instructing haulers on the use of the current 150 airmile exemption from hours-of-service for those hauling agricultural products, including livestock and the application of the federal hours of service regulation for haulers using their vehicles for “personal conveyance.” Please note, both the 150 air-mile exemption for agricultural haulers and any time not attributed to hours-of-service because the vehicle was being used for “personal conveyance” is only for those haulers operating in interstate commerce.

Transportation of Agricultural Commodities within 150 air-miles of the source: • Drivers operating unladen vehicles traveling either to pick up an agricultural commodity or returning from a delivery point and operating within 150 air-miles from the source of the commodity are exempt from federal hours-of-service.

• Drivers engaged in trips beyond 150 air-miles from the source of the commodity are not subject to federal hours-of-service regulations until they exit the 150 airmile radius.

• Auction yards, not just farms and ranches, are considered a source.

• For drivers loading agricultural commodities at multiple sources (i.e. multiple auction yards) during a trip, the first loading point is considered the source and thus the beginning of the 150 air-mile radius.

Personal Conveyance: • Commuting to and from work is considered personal conveyance and as such does not count against federal hours-of-service restrictions.

• The use of personal conveyance does not impact on-duty time regulated by the 14-hour maximum on-duty time provided for under federal hours-ofservice regulations.

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FMCSA also clarified in the guidance summary titled “Regulatory Guidance: Transportation of Agricultural Commodities Including Livestock” that livestock haulers operating in interstate commerce are not required to use an Electronic Logging Device (ELD) until Sept. 30, 2018 based on language included in the current federal appropriations bill passed by Congress earlier this year.

Haulers transporting other agricultural commodities in interstate commerce are required to use an ELD beginning June 18. Livestock haulers utilizing the current ELD exemption provided for by the federal appropriations bill should carry a copy of the bill’s provisions in the cab of their truck in the event they are questioned by law enforcement for not using an ELD. Please visit the CCA website to download and print an abbreviated version of the bill to place in the cab of your vehicle.

Those hauling livestock or agricultural commodities in intrastate commerce can continue to use paper logbooks to comply with California hours-of-service regulations.

Efforts are underway by the California Highway Patrol to conform state law with federal law as it relates to the mandated use of an ELD but that is not expected to occur until sometime in 2019.

For further clarification, do not hesitate to contact Justin Oldfield in the CCA office.

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2018 CCA MIDYEAR RESOLUTIONS During the 2018 CCA Midyear Meeting in Redding, these member-driven resolutions and a staff directive were passed by the membership and board of directors.

CATTLE HEALTH & WELLBEING COMMITTEE 14-01 SUPPORT FOR BRUCELLOCIS ERADICATION AND PREVENTION WHEREAS, Brucellosis is a costly and devastating disease of cattle, wildlife, and humans, and WHEREAS, Brucellosis, although isolated, continues to be a problem in the greater Yellowstone area, and WHEREAS, calf-hood vaccination is an important tool to prevent the spread of Brucellosis; now THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the California Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) support surveillance programs to prevent the introduction and reintroduction of Brucellosis into our livestock herds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that CCA strongly encourage all California ranchers to vaccinate heifers that will be added to the breeding herd and support voluntary interstate and intrastate calf-hood vaccination programs to prevent Brucellosis in our livestock herds, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, CCA support efforts in other states for the complete eradication and prevention of Brucellosis, including eradication in the cattle and wildlife herds in the greater Yellowstone area and elsewhere, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that CCA support the lawful use of the RB51 vaccine in California for mature vaccination in instances where calf hood vaccination was not utilized and mature vaccination will not jeopardize California’s “Brucellosis Free” status, and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, CCA support the development and implementation of other sciencebased regulations to aid in control of Brucellosis and to provide economic benefits to producers.

PROPERTY RIGHTS & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE NEW - WOLF POLICY SUBCOMMITTEE

Submitted by the Tehama County Cattlemen’s Association

WHEREAS, predation by Canis lupus (gray wolves),

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Canis lupus familiaris (domestic dogs), and wolfdog hybrids is becoming a significant threat to the sustainability of the livestock industry in Northeastern California, and WHEREAS, predation by wolves involves markedly different issues from predation by other predators in that wolves are listed as endangered under state and federal endangered species acts; wolves cannot be visually distinguished from domestic dogs, wolf-dog hybrids, or coyotes with any degree of certainty; the California Department of Fish and Wildlife has demonstrated a disinterest in helping ranchers identify predation or the location of wolves, dens, or rendezvous locations; and there is no legal method for removal of wolves engaged in predation of livestock, pets, or wildlife, and WHEREAS, numerous individuals are involved in the open breeding of wolves and wolf-dog hybrids, making it impossible to tell if predation is committed by a protected wolf or an unprotected animal; now THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the California Cattlemen’s Association create a subcommittee appointed by the CCA President to address the presence of wolves in California. The committee shall be comprised of individuals who have been involved with the wolf issue and shall focus on working with appropriate agencies and associations to deal with wolf presence, pursue legal procedures to remove animals that pose a clear and present danger to humans and/or domestic animals, and to control predation by feral dogs, wolf-dog hybrids, and domestically-raised wolves, which are not protected under Federal or State law. Staff shall keep the committee informed about agency actions and shall consult with the Committee relative to interaction with outside organizations related to wolves.

NEW - U.S. Drought Monitor - Staff Directive Submitted by the Ventura County Cattlemen’s Association THEREFORE, BE IT DIRECTED, CCA staff work with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Service Agency, U.C. Cooperative Extension and other stakeholders to identify the most appropriate indicators, data sets and research to measure drought and CCA work with authors of the U.S. Drought Monitor to employ these methods to ensure regional drought categories more accurately reflect conditions on the ground.

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Livestock Groups Urge Swift Passage of ESA Amendments of 2018 On July 2, the Public Lands Council (PLC), the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), and the American Sheep Industry Association (ASI) urged swift passage of the Endangered Species Act Amendments of 2018. The amendments, introduced today by Senator John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) Chairman of the Environment and Public Works Committee, are basedEon the Western Governor Association IN A D ic 1 A 2 Species Conservation r 19 Endangered Species Act Initiative M eand e bipartisan policy recommendations.

In a letter of support, Amsinc PLC President Dave Eliason, NCBA President Kevin Kester, and ASI President Mike Corn stated: “As the nation’s largest non-governmental bloc of land managers, ranchers take great pride in their integral role in species conservation and recovery. For generations, livestock producers have been dedicated to improving the health of landscapes where wildlife call home. Over the years, they have grown frustrated by the lack of commonsense ESA implementation and being put on the sidelines while those decisions are made. This legislation will help bring them back to the table to craft recovery plans that are workable and produce favorable results.”

The GOP contends that its goal is not to weaken protections, but to take advantage of the experience of state regulators.

“When it comes to the Endangered Species Act, the

status quo is not good enough,” Barrasso said in a statement following the announcment. “We must do more than just keep listed species on life support — we need to see them recovered. This draft legislation will increase state and local input and improve transparency in the listing process.”

Conservationists, however, say the new bill represents AmMAD law, the most significant threat in years to the 44-year-old s e E IN r which has been credited with rescuing the baldinceagle, e 1 ic gray 92 A wolf and grizzly bear from possible extinction. 1 “It’s a bill which, on a broad basis, rewrites the ESA, with a whole host of consequences — as far as we can tell, almost entirely adverse consequences — for the protection of species,” said Bob Dreher, senior vice president for conservation programs at Defenders of Wildlife.

“States, counties, wildlife managers, home builders, construction companies, farmers, ranchers, and other stakeholders are all making it clear that the Endangered Species Act is not working today,” Barrasso said in a February 2017 hearing that marked the beginning of his reform efforts for the conservation law.

“Of 1,652 species of animals and plants in the U.S. listed as either endangered or threatened since the law was passed in 1973, only 47 species have been delisted due to recovery of the species,” he said.

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- Jared Kerr, General Manager Bengard Ranches (Tom & Terry Bengard) central California to southern Oregon

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PROGRESSIVE PRODUCER Preparing for Breeding Season

Will you be ready for bull turnout?

by Bret McNabb, DVM, MPVM, DACT, DABVP, assistant professor of clinical livestock reproduction, Department of Population Health and Reproduction, University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine The 60 day period prior to breeding is the optimal time to prepare your bulls for the season. In addition to proper nutrition and trace mineral supplementation, this is a time to work with your veterinarian to perform breeding soundness examinations on new and existing bulls. By ensuring that your bulls are satisfactory potential breeders and do not have any injuries that would prevent normal breeding, you can optimally begin the breeding season.

This is also a time for disease prevention, typically by vaccinating your bulls. For the most part you can vaccinate your bulls using the same vaccination plan as your mature cows. Annual boosting of their vaccines is required, and accomplishing this at least 30 days ahead of breeding allows their immune system to adequately respond to and be prepared for potential disease exposure. They will need protection from the respiratory/reproductive viruses (IBR/ BVD/BRSV/PI3), leptospirosis and clostridial diseases (tetanus, blackleg, redwater, etc.). In terms of venereal diseases, Campylobacter fetus venerealis (“Vibrio”) is essential for all beef bulls, as it is a common bacterial cause of infertility. Vaccinating cows for trichomonosis will help increase pregnancy rates in an infected herd, but there is limited evidence for their benefits in bulls. These two important venereal diseases are discussed in detail below: TRICHOMONOSIS Trichomonosis (also known as Trichomoniasis or “Trich”) is a venereal disease of cattle caused by the protozoa Tritrichomonas foetus. Bulls are the asymptomatic carrier of the disease, and once infected are considered to be infected for life even though they do not show clinical signs. They harbor the infection in their sheath and transmit it to the cow during breeding, where it enters the reproductive tract and causes inflammation of the vagina, cervix and uterus. It may also cause a post-breeding pyometra, or pus-filled uterus. Conception still occurs, however the cow will experience embryonic loss (less than 45 days gestation) because of the significant amount of inflammation in the uterus. Occasionally, the conceptus survives this stage of pregnancy but will typically be aborted before 70 days gestation.

While the bull is considered to be infected for life, the cow will usually clear the infection in 6-12 weeks and then have short-lived immunity against Tritrichomonas foetus.

During this period they may be bred back to an infected bull, conceive and maintain a pregnancy to term. This immunity, however, diminishes before the next breeding season.

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from the prepuce of herd bulls, typically by scraping the preputial cavity with a sterile pipette. Other methods of smegma collection are currently being investigated. Proper sample handling is critical for an accurate diagnosis, as improper storage or shipping conditions can lead to false negative results. Once the sample is collected, there are two options for identifying the organism.

1) Culture, looking for T. foetus growth over 6 days 2) qPCR – Identify DNA specific to T. foetus through a technique known as quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR). A one-time qPCR has become the new standard for diagnosing Trich because it is more sensitive and specific than culture alone.

Regulatory Considerations: Trichomonosis is an economic disease within the cattle industry, and each state has its own testing requirements and regulations for control. There is currently an effort to harmonize requirements nationwide to allow easier and more consistent testing for interstate movement of cattle. States with trichomonosis regulations limit sample collection and diagnostics to certified veterinarians who have completed a short training module. This aims to ensure proper techniques in sampling and testing methods within each state and helps to strengthen control efforts.

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 California “Trich Tag” in the bull’s ear. This CA Trich tag changes color every year when changed to coincide with neighboring states, and indicates that the bull has been tested this year by a certified veterinarian. In California, qPCR testing is required for: • All bulls over 18 months old or non-virgin bulls less than 18 months old entering California • All bulls over 18 months old or non-virgin bulls less than 18 months being sold within California through public or private sales • All bulls in an affected herd or in an exposed herd.

Treatment and Prevention: There is no effective, legal treatment in the United States for trichomonosis. Control is based on testing and culling positive animals, and any positive bull may only be sold for slaughter. There has been recent discussion about the potential for a small proportion of cows to harbor Tritrichomonas foetus, and serve as a carrier within the herd.

This is rare, but these cows may become the focus of herd clean-up plans in the future.

There is a commercially available killed vaccination labeled for use in cows to aid in control of the disease in endemic or exposed herds. It does not prevent infection with T. foetus but it does reduce the severity of clinical signs and duration of disease in exposed herds. There is no label claim for use in bulls, and vaccination of bulls should not be relied upon for prevention and/or control of this disease.

For more information regarding trichomonosis in California, please refer to the California Department of Food and Agriculture’s Animal Health Branch website (https:// www.cdfa.ca.gov/ahfss/animal_health/).

VIBRIO (Campylobacter fetus venerealis) Vibro is similar to trichomonosis in many ways in that

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the bull is the carrier of the bacteria, does not show signs of disease and effectively transmits it to cows at breeding. It can lead to female infertility, embryo losses, abortions and a prolonged breeding/calving season due to similar effects on the cow’s reproductive tract.

Herd infection with Vibrio may not be as obvious as it is with trichomonosis, as it often causes a multi-year pattern of varying pregnancy rates. After clearing the infection cows tend to be immune for up to two years, meaning they can breed back to infected bulls, conceive and carry a pregnancy to term. This results in high and low pregnancy rates over a few years, a measurement that is easily overlooked or blamed on something else (drought, poor nutrition, copper/selenium deficiency, changes in management systems, etc.). We do not routinely test bulls for Vibrio, although similar testing techniques to Trich testing exist if indicated.

There are no regulations for testing or managing Vibrio, but it is still an important component of any herd health plan.

Vaccination remains the best way to prevent Vibrio in your herd. All cows and bulls should be annually vaccinated with a product containing Vibrio (Campylobacter fetus venerealis).

These products often contain a “V” in their name to indicate its presence. Oil-based vaccines tend to induce a stronger immune response, and have even been shown to help young bulls clear an infection when used at a double dose.

In addition, good record keeping can help you to compare pregnancy rates and breeding seasons from year to year, potentially allowing you to recognize breeding and calving patterns.

SUMMARY The pre-season breeding soundness exam is the ideal time to screen for and work to prevent reproductive disease in your bulls. Trichomonosis and Vibro are two important diseases to manage either through testing, vaccination or both. Working with your veterinarian to determine which approach is best will allow you to maintain a healthy breeding herd.

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ith school out for summer, county fairs and dinner being pushed back to 9 p.m. (or whenever the sun is finally down) cattle producers once again are gearing up to get back on the bull sale trail in the next few months.

Thankfully, for commercial cattlemen in California, the West has no shortage of quality seedstock producers or superior genetics to choose from when it comes to bull shopping.

Thousands of bulls will be sold this fall, and because no two programs for raising calves are precisely the same, commercial cattlemen have options for how to invest money in the bulls they buy. Approaches for developing bulls can vary based off nutrition, rate of gain, age of sale bulls, health strategies and the list goes on. Additionally, each breeder has different priorities that guide the decisions they make. Seedstock producers evaluate these factors as they set goals for their breeding programs, and in turn, commercial cattlemen will sort through this data to determine where to buy bulls from, even before selecting which bulls to take home.

Joe Fischer, ranch manager for Bruin Ranch near Auburn, is no stranger to having to make tough decisions when it comes to prioritizing his list and developing the types of bulls he wants to have for his customers.

“Our entire breeding program goal is to leave the

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commercial cowman with a cowherd that will thrive within California and the western region,” Fischer says.

To accomplish that goal, the factor Bruin Ranch sees as most important when it comes to breeding and raising bulls “110 percent is structural soundness.” Fischer explains that the overwhelming majority of his customers market their livestock on visual appraisal, and because of this, the bulls Bruin Ranch sells must be able to make cattle that look like they have the phenotypical traits to perform and the ability to make feedlots money.

“A close second behind structural soundness is to choose cow families that have thrived in our environments,” Fischer says.

Cheryl LaFranchi, owner of Oak Ridge Angus in Calistoga, also isn’t new to the decision-making process that comes with developing bulls as this year will be her family’s 39th annual bull sale. Along with fertility, LaFranchi places longevity and history of cow families at the top of the list of traits she looks for in her breeding program.

“I think the main thing I have found out over the years is it doesn’t matter what the bull looks like if they’re not out of a cow that has longevity,” LaFranchi says.

“Longevity to me is one of the most important traits you can have.”

LaFranchi says the value of longevity speaks for itself

RAISING AND DEVELOPING BULLS THAT WILL WORK FOR COMMERCIAL CATTLE RANCHERS

by CCA Office Administrator Katie Roberti

when some of her cow families are eight to twelve years old and still structurally solid.

Finally, recognizing the process of developing bulls starts at conception and with mating the right cows to the right bulls. Bob Buchanan in Klamath Falls, Ore., values genetics as the most important factor when it comes to developing bulls for his sale each year.

“We want to develop bulls that are fertile, sound and something our customers will be proud to have in their field,” Buchanan says.

Though separated by different goals, breeding priorities, hundreds of miles in location and many other components in their programs, Buchanan, LaFranchi and Fischer all recognize the criticalness of knowing their customers’ needs.

“We have to be aware of our customers’ needs, and we are doing that two years in advance,” Buchanan says.

With so many technical components that go into the development of bulls, it can be simple to overlook the influence that the desires of commercial cattlemen have on seedstock producers’ programs.

“Our customers truly drive the direction of our genetic decisions,” Fischer says.

When it comes to making decisions for Bruin Ranch’s breeding program, “all I have to do is use the bulls that

meet my customers’ needs,” Fischer says.

In addition to the prominent role they play in influencing how the bulls are developed, commercial cattlemen also place a tremendous amount of trust in their seedstock producers.

“Our core group of buyers have such a relationship of trust,” Fischer says. “We are very, very grateful for our repeat customers, especially those who trust our guidance of cow families.”

Trust on the trail also comes when Fischer’s customers know the bulls they buy from his sale will do what he says they will. Additionally, Fischer says on a customer service level it is essential his buyers trust that Fischer will do what he promises, and even a little more if needed.

LaFranchi similarly recognizes how vital trust and relationships are when selling and buying bulls.

“Our customer base is strictly repeats; families that have bought bulls here as multiple generations, and it’s been a super long-term relationship,” LaFranchi says.

“Most of our clientele assume when they get a bull from us that they have good numbers and are good. They trust us to have a decent cowherd and cows that can raise a calf.” ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 30 July • August 2018 California Cattleman 29

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Raising bulls is a lifestyle that doesn’t work for everyone. It takes patience, the right facilities, knowledge, time and more time, but the seedstock sector is something the beef business couldn’t do without. Cattlemen in the West can rest a little easier knowing that every year when bull sale season comes around, not only will they have options when it comes to buying, but people raising bulls for them that care about making positive influences on their commercial cow herds for years to come. Whether you buy your bulls at a ranch sale, consignment sale or private treaty these breeders are working for you.

Additionally, building relationships and trust on the bull sale trail is a factor both Fischer and LaFranchi don’t take lightly as they know the impact these relationships have on the developmental approaches they take to raising the bulls, but also who supports their programs.

“Over time our customers have become a reflection of our breeding program. The ones that end up staying have the same objectives as us,” Fischer says. “The values we have and the type of cattle we want to make are very parallel.”

Fischer says he believes that these relationships and taking the time to understand his customers make an allaround difference as a breeder.

“It’s really fun once you develop those relationships and it makes your breeding program goals easy.”

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While not always easy to navigate and sometimes overlooked, building relationships with his customers has only become more important to Fischer.

“I’m a cattleman first, and I’ve had to learn how to market livestock and develop a customer base by building relationships,” says Fischer.

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Known as the “Super Bowl of agriculture policy,” the Farm Bill includes a wide range of policies and programs that cattlemen and women rely on. During the last week in June, the U.S. Senate passed their version of a 2018 Farm Bill with a vote of 86-11.

Kevin Kester, CCA member and past president and current president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association responded.

“Today’s successful Senate vote is another step forward for the Farm Bill, but much work remains to address the priorities of American cattlemen and women. While the Senate version includes permanent authorization of the Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine Bank, zero dollars are provided. The Senate version also left out important changes to the Conservation Title that were included in the House version of the bill.

We appreciate all the Senate’s work on behalf of cattle producers, but the House bill includes provisions of critical importance to NCBA members.”

CCA also applauds their action as a step toward more certainty for California’s cattle producers.

The current Farm Bill does not expire until Sep. 30.

Both the House of Representatives and the Senate must pass the Farm Bill before it can advance to the President’s desk for signature.

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VET VIEWS DECREASE BRD RE-TREATMENTS, DECREASE LOSSES THREE WAYS ELIMINATING EXTRA PULLS AND RETREATMENTS HELPS IMPROVE YOUR RETURNS

by John Pollreisz, DVM, Beef Technical Services, Zoetis It’s simple to look at your profit and loss statement and see exactly how much you are spending on treatment medications for bovine respiratory disease (BRD). But BRD could be impacting more areas of your profit and loss, especially if you don’t treat it effectively. These other costs aren’t as easy to see, but they often represent a more significant part of the equation.

A recent meta-analysis conducted by Iowa State University shows that some injectable BRD antibiotic treatments could be causing approximately two to five times more re-treats on your operation compared with more effective treatment options. This means you could be purchasing at least twice as many antibiotics, having your labor administering twice as many treatments and having nearly twice as many prolonged BRD cases that can negatively impact gain, feed efficiency, carcass quality grade, hot carcass weight, carcass yield grade and, ultimately, your net revenue.

Reducing unneeded re-treats on your operation is one way to help reduce significant impacts to performance and your profits. Here are three ways this can help: 1. Unpulled cattle outgain pulled cattle. It’s no secret that when cattle are healthy, they eat, gain and convert better. Even subtle changes in feeding behavior can have a big impact on performance and carcass value. Average daily gain (ADG) can change depending on time of year, number of pulled cattle that were repulled, borderline chronics and how many days the cattle were fed, but one study found an impact of an approximately 0.2 pound loss in ADG with each additional treatment for BRD. In my experience, I believe that this value often underestimates the impact more BRD re-treatments have on ADG. 2. The longer a bout of BRD, the more one can expect reduced feed intake and increased days on 34 California Cattleman July • August 2018

feed. Decreasing re-treats with a more effective BRD treatment not only means having more first-time treatment success, but also cattle that are on feed for less time and gain weight more effectively.

3. When you factor in compromised growth, re-treatment for BRD is almost always more expensive than the first treatment.

You could lose nearly $15.86 per head in return for cattle treated twice versus cattle treated once according to one study published in 2013. In addition to factoring in this lost return, you’ll also need to consider additional costs associated with re-treatments, including additional medication costs, labor expenses, veterinarian fees, higher feed costs from decreased feed efficiency and death losses.

You won’t feed cattle your worst feed. Your BRD treatment shouldn’t be any different. By starting with a more effective antibiotic, or rather improving your first-treatment success, your healthier cattle can be on your best feed for less time and gain weight — and your overall profits — more effectively.

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The Light at the End of the Tunnel

by CCA Director of Communications Jenna Chandler

The Century-long Search for a viable foothill abortion vaccine is in the final steps of a long process 36 California Cattleman July • August 2018

Since Foothill Abortion Disease was first identified in California in the 30s, the Foothill Vaccine has been on the minds of producers across the west. As the months tick by with no vaccine yet commercially available, questions understandably arise and one may wonder, will we ever see this vaccine?

The good news is that a commercially available vaccine is on the horizon, despite the long and rough road that it took to get here.

“We have learned that performing the research and development needed to produce a safe and effective vaccine versus bringing that product to market are two very different things,” Dr. Jeffrey Stott, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine immunologist and foothill researcher, said.

“You need to learn a whole new language when you enter the world of veterinary biologics and a whole new way of doing things,” said Myra Blanchard, fellow UC Davis researcher and co-collaborator with Stott on the foothill project.

Commercializing the product, she said, turned out to be much more than making a good vaccine, and something they didn’t quite appreciate at first. Even the experimental methodologies used differ when commercialization is the end goal, something researchers didn’t realize until well into the trial.

The move from developmental vaccine studies in small groups of research animals to larger trials involving privately-owned production animals required the approval of both State and Federal animal health agencies. With this change came the realization that production and administration strategies for the vaccine would need to be altered dramatically to meet USDA standards. It also soon became evident that UC Davis itself was not going to be able to meet the strict guidelines for a production facility on a commercial level.

“That has been a big hold up for the last several years,” Stott

remarked. “…Thankfully a vaccine company has stepped up to commercialize the vaccine, but identifying that company was much harder than we imagined and, as everyone at CCA is well aware, there were many more hurdles and it took much more time than we anticipated when we began fieldtesting the vaccine back in 2009.”

While the USDA has authorized UC Davis researchers to administer their product to producer-owned animals on a trial basis, before it can be commercially distributed to producers, the production company must provide evidence that their version is safe and efficacious. To even get to that stage to bring it to the federal government, they have to stick their neck out first and produce it, no easy or cheap undertaking.

The pathogen is, as Dr. Stott describes it, “a wimpy bug.”

So wimpy, in fact, that it doesn’t even cause any illness in the cow when infected. It affects only the immunocompromised calf. And even then, it takes approximately four months to cause mortality.

And to get that wimpy bug to even replicate, it must be grown in immunodeficient mice. So immunodeficient, in fact, that even their food, water and bedding must be sterilized before use. Anyone handling them must suit up with gloves, mask, hair bonnet and gown to protect the sensitive mice from the bacteria and viruses that naturally occur in the air and on everyday surfaces. Of course, special facilities are required, as well.

In addition to the complicated (and expensive) living environment the mice require, hampering the expediency of vaccine development is the fact that bacterial growth in the mice is incredibly slow, requiring over two months from the time of injection to harvest of usable bacteria.

Even after all of the trouble to manage the mice and the time it takes to grow the bacteria, as one would imagine, the regulations governing the process and barring any kind of contamination are strict, requiring the expertise of very skilled (again, more expensive) technicians to harvest infected tissue and prepare the cells without contamination.

Only then do you even have the raw materials from which the vaccine can be prepared, the step where the manufacture of most vaccines starts!

Even when the vaccine ultimately goes to market, depending on what restrictions the USDA puts on it, the onus will be on food animal veterinarians or possibly

even producers to manage the sensitive substance; and unfortunately, it won’t be the kind of thing that you will be able to let roll around on the floor board of the truck for a few days before you get around to working cattle. In fact, the vaccine must be handled just as carefully as embryos.

Like the embryos, the infected cells are live and must stay live for the vaccine to work.

Currently, researchers transport the vaccine on liquid nitrogen and it must remain in in the cryo-shipper until ready to thaw and use. Used frequently in medicine to do things like freeze off warts or eliminate cancerous cells, liquid nitrogen is really, really cold. Handled incorrectly, it can cause severe burning.

When it evaporates, it becomes no moer safe. In small enclosed areas, spills and subsequent rapid evaporation can actually cause asphyxiation if not vented properly.

Once thawed, the vaccine must be diluted immediately because the cryopreservation solution can be toxic to the thawed cells. Once diluted, the vaccine must be used within 4 hours. Even then, it must be kept out of direct sunlight and cool, but not allowed to refreeze.

But that’s not the case with most other vaccines. Why the special treatment?

The difference with the foothill vaccine comes down to the difference in the pathogen itself. It is an intracellular pathogen, specifically a bacteria, that lives within animal cells themselves.

A bacteria which, in order to effectively immunize the animal, must be alive upon injection. In order for the bacteria to stay alive, it must stay chilled in the liquid nitrogen, essentially packaged in live mouse splenic cells as the vehicle. Those cells must also stay alive to ensure live bacteria make it into the animal.

Those live cells also necessitate a rather unique vaccine administration method. Bottle mount repeaters must be used for vaccination, not the traditional, syringe-style repeater.

The cells that the bacteria live in are heavy and settle out to the bottom of the solution rather quickly. While the syringe style holds several doses, once settled, some animals get a dose with a lot of bacterial cells, while other animals get a dose with none, leading to incomplete protection.

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has a rather humorous answer, and a somewhat cautionary word for other researchers.

“Never estimate when a product will go to market!”

Although it can’t come soon enough, in terms of vaccine development, the foothill vaccine has moved at whirlwind speed.

In a pithy answer by Light, Andrus and Warburton in their 2009 paper, “Estimated research and development costs of rotavirus vaccines,” in order to bring a vaccine to market you need “a variable amount of time…plus about five years,” highlighting the inconsistent, and typically lengthy, process.

And looking back on his unique experience with the foothill vaccine, Stott says that isn’t an exaggeration.

which animals they administer the vaccine to as well. The vaccine must be administered at least 60 days prior to conception to ensure that all live bacteria have been cleared from the heifer or cow before breeding and don’t affect the embryo. The vaccine is live and infectious, so vaccinating a pregnant (or soon to become pregnant), naïve animal is likely to result in an abortion. Not quickly however, like with lutalyse, but 3-4 months later with the “classic” Foothill abortion calf, the same as if the dam had been bitten by the tick.

And that tick, the one that carries the disease causing bacterium, is just as odd as the bacteria itself. The soft-shelled pajoello tick (versus the more commonly recognized hard-shelled American dog and deer ticks) is the stuff that cowboy legends are made of.

Much lore surrounds the odd creature, with old cowboys Brought to you by the recounting horrifying stories of tick bites and the resulting sickness lasting days, camped under a tree with a raging fever, unable to move.

While the medical community seems somewhat unsure about the degree of truth in these old stories, one thing is for sure: they are certainly illusive and misunderstood.

They don’t embed like the more commonly encountered ticks, so you aren’t likely to see them on your cattle, horses or dogs. They quickly feed and drop back into the soil, not THD needing to feed for months or even © years down the road. monday tuesday wednesday That means if a herd of deer happens to wander through for the August 14 August 13 August 15 Turlock Livestock Auction Yard Cattlemen's Livestock Market Shasta Livestock Auction Yard ticks to feed on one year, they may be Galt, California Cottonwood, California Turlock, California full and not feed on cattle in that area at all that season. Next season come, Dr. Dan Moser, president of Angus Genetics, Inc., will be the keynote though, and those same deer might speaker at three California cattle producer dinner meetings in August. not come through, leaving the ticks The events will be held two weeks prior to the start of the fall bull to feed on the cattle. Naïve animals sale season in California, which kicks off September 1. not bitten last year are infected and The California Angus Association invites you to attend one of the a rash of abortions occurs. These free events in Cottonwood, Galt or Turlock, to find out more about strange habits led to much of the increasing your bottom line with Angus genetics. speculation about “hot” or “cold” The new American Angus Association® feeder calf program, known foothill years as well as stonewalled as Angus Link™, will also be introduced. The program is designed to early research and progress.

Dan Moser, Ph.D. strengthen the link between the Association and commercial cattlemen.

But researchers overcame and the good news is that we are closer than Attendees will be treated to a steak dinner at 5 p.m., with speakers on topics ranging from ever to a commercial vaccine. As we nutrition to proper vaccination techniques to follow. To reserve a seat, call or text your name and the event you plan to attend to CAA Director Mike Hall, (805) 748-4717. inch closer to the solution the light at the end of the tunnel is visible, and Special thanks to the hosting auction markets – Shasta Livestock Auction Yard, Cattlemen's researchers can reflect on the road Livestock Market and Turlock Livestock Auction Yard – as well as the following sponsors: they’ve travelled.

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FROM COAST TO COAST THE POWER OF MISINFORMATION from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Kevin Kester Ranchers know a thing or two about adapting to changing conditions. We have navigated uncertain weather and volatile markets for generations. In both cases, the fundamentals stay the same year-in and year-out. That hardly makes managing for drought and budgeting for depressed prices any easier.

Amidst a turbulent political and business climate, NCBA and our affiliates face a similar dynamic. Through the years we have seen the same tired arguments hurled against the industry. My personal favorite is the neverending repetition of a statistic from a 2006 U.N. Report (Livestock’s Long Shadow) claiming the livestock industry accounts for 26 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions. The authors of the report have since admitted their methodology is severely flawed. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the real greenhouse gas contribution of livestock in the U.S. is around three percent. Yet you will find the 26 percent figure quoted in a wide range of sources, from the Humane Society website to a James Cameron documentary.

The example reminds us of an unfortunate fact of life: Misinformation does not die easily. It finds a way to resurface under the guise of a modified argument or new spokesperson. And it is relentlessly exploited by groups with nefarious aims.

Last month, two members of Congress provided the latest case study in the power of misinformation.

Representatives Dave Brat (Virginia) and Earl Blumenauer (Oregon) attempted to dismantle the Beef Checkoff through an amendment to the 2018 House Farm Bill. To do so, they teamed up with radical animal rights groups whose primary motivation is to end the demand-building programs our industry relies on. A concerted campaign against the amendment eventually resonated with decisionmakers on Capitol Hill and the amendment was pulled. The false allegations and unfounded claims are sure to live on.

The finger prints of the radical animal rights community can also be found on the fake meat marketing push. Indeed, the founder of the Good Food Institute – the world’s first trade association dedicated to promoting fake meat products – is a former Vice President at the Humane Society of the United States. No wonder the 40 California Cattleman July • August 2018

heroic claims about fake meat saving the environment and making us healthier seem like they were pulled straight from a HSUS briefing book.

Demonstrating the environmental benefits of ranching and reinforcing our industry’s resource efficiency continues to be the best antidote to these long-standing criticisms.

KEVIN KESTER But as the marketing tactics for fake meat evolve, our industry will have to find innovative ways to stay ahead of the curve. Already the manufacturers of lab-grown fake meat talk openly about labeling their products “clean meat,” a direct attack on our industry that disparages real beef. We will fight any false or misleading labels with all the tools at our disposal to ensure producers and consumers are protected.

Over the long-term, NCBA will also sustain our campaigns against misinformation by drawing on the strength of our partners and grassroots advocates.

Nowhere is this more evident than the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (USRSB). The initiative is dedicated to demonstrating and continuously improving the social, environmental and economic contributions that producers make every day. As part of the effort, USRSB has created an online platform where cattlemen and women can share their stories and explain the realities of their operations.

Producers deserve a meaningful voice in the sustainability conversation, and USRSB is giving it to them. You can help do your part by visiting the online platform and participating in the public comment period (www. usrsbframework.org).

Misinformation does not die easily, but fighting myths and misguided thinking is not a fruitless cause. NCBA and our affiliates will continue to advocate, educate and persuade to advance the long-term interests of cattle and beef producers. We simply cannot afford to do anything less.

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BEEF AT HOME AND ABROAD LOSSES TO THE U.S. BEEF INDUSTRY FROM RETALIATORY TARIFFS AND NON-TARIFF BARRIERS from the U.S. Meat Export Federation from the (pre- tariff) 2018 value of Executive Summary $70 million to $430 million by 2020.

• In response to the Section 301 • In short, lost export duties, China is set to raise the duty opportunities over the next couple on U.S. beef from 12 percent to of years will be in the hundreds of 37 percent, with the additional 25 millions of dollars if the tariffs are percent duty to be implemented July not quickly returned to the normal 12 6. percent.

• U.S. beef accounts for just 1 • Viewed another way, there is percent of China’s surging beef still tremendous untapped potential imports, but after gaining access in in the Chinese market. If China June 2017, the U.S. beef industry has adopted international standards, thus made tremendous investments in the implementing import requirements Chinese market because it holds vast similar to other main Asian markets long-term potential as the world’s such as Japan, Korea, Taiwan and fastest- growing beef import market.

Hong Kong, U.S. beef exports to • Due to China’s unique import China could exceed $4 billion in the requirements, only a small share of five years following expanded access.

U.S. beef is currently eligible for Therefore the industry continues China, and producing China-eligible to highlight the need for expanded beef requires planning, investment access and resolving China’s nonand coordination across the whole tariff barriers. supply chain. It therefore takes time to build the pipeline of China-eligible Tariff Details cattle and beef, and this product is On April 4, 2018, in response sold at a steep premium compared to China’s imports from other suppliers, to the U.S. 301 trade action, the Chinese government announced including Australian grain-fed beef, a proposal to levy a retaliatory the primary competitor. Australia additional tariff of 25 percent on already had a tariff advantage, paying just 7.2 percent this year under the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement.

• Therefore the additional 25 percent duty will stifle emerging U.S. beef exports to China and will severely limit exports in the remainder of this year, meaning export losses of more than $30 million.

• But the real impact is the lost opportunities (or in the best-case scenario, delayed opportunities) for export growth over the next couple of years.

Progress had recently been made in expanding the list of plants eligible to export to China and U.S. officials are working on gaining eligibility for additional beef items. With these access improvements, USMEF had estimated exports could grow 42 California Cattleman July • August 2018

U.S. beef and other agricultural products. The announcement did not specify an implementation date.

On June 16, China’s Ministry of Finance announced that it would assess an additional 25 percent tariff on imported U.S. beef and beef variety meats and other U.S. agricultural products, if the U.S. follows through on implementing its Section 301 duties. According to the announcement, the duties could be implemented as soon as July 6. The total tariff on U.S. beef will increase from 12 percent to 37 percent. Following customs clearance and payment of the duty, importers are assessed an additional 10 percent value-added tax (VAT).

Market Background Just the April 4 threat of higher duties sharply curtailed U.S. beef buying interest. As a premium item, end-users such as restaurants and retailers require steady and reliable sourcing – and pricing - in order to ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 44

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 42 build menus and a profitable business model featuring U.S. beef. The implementation of a 25 percent duty increase on U.S. beef would need to be passed on to wholesalers and end-users, likely resulting in an equivalent 25 percent increase in wholesale prices.

Most U.S. beef cuts already sell at a premium compared to grain-fed Australian beef, which is considered a close (though not exact) substitute for U.S. beef. Australia already benefits from a lower duty of 7.2 percent through the China- Australia FTA, further exacerbating the negative impact of higher duties on U.S. beef. Increasing the U.S. beef premium spread over Australian product would further erode sales and thus usage of U.S. beef.

Unlike U.S. pork, where China is the dominant market for many items (e.g. feet, snouts, and stomachs), alternative markets exist for all U.S. beef cuts currently exported to China and U.S. exporters cannot be expected to lower prices (and take losses) to compensate for the higher duties, especially when China requires a dedicated supply chain and thus significantly higher costs of production for the producer, feeder and packer/exporter.

The threat of additional duties comes at a fragile time in the development of the Chinese market for U.S. beef. After one year of access, importers and distributors are still at a nascent stage of building sales and distribution channels for U.S. beef. As mentioned above, although U.S. beef is viewed as a premium product, it faces competitive challenges from lower priced grain-fed Australian product, which has enjoyed 14 years as the undisputed leader in the grainfed beef category. Grain-fed beef still constitutes a small fraction of China’s total beef consumption, and although growing, consumer awareness of the distinction between grain-fed and grass-fed beef is still low, with price remaining the key determinant of beef purchasing behavior.

Trade Impact In 2017, U.S. beef exports to China reached 3,020 mt following the June market opening and were valued at $31 million. For JanuaryApril 2018, exports totaled 2,300 mt valued at $21.3 million. Since the announcement of the threat of the new duties on April 4, weekly U.S. beef exports to China have averaged 62 mt, down 43 percent from the weekly pace in the fourth quarter of last year, when sales were ramping up. Following the imposition of the duties on July 6, we expect sales and exports to drop further to 1-2 containers per week (20 to 40 mt).

Weekly export sales data showed a new 2018 high for beef sold to China in the first week of June, signaling demand remained even with the threat of tariffs. However, the June 16 announcement has further chilled U.S. beef buying interest.

USMEF has been told by several large restaurant and retail groups that they are delaying decisions to utilize U.S. beef because of the trade uncertainty.

The retaliatory tariff will have a negative long-term impact in that it is stalling the process of building a foundation for what promises to be a major volume market for U.S. beef in the future. U.S. beef sales to China were expected to grow slowly with the evolution of consumer preferences for grain-fed beef, rising incomes and improvements in importing and distribution infrastructure. In the meantime, China has become a top global importer, and the world’s fastest-growing beef import market.

Imports in 2017 totaled 716,200 mt valued at $3.14 billion, up from less than $30 million a decade earlier.

Imports in the first quarter of 2018 were running 40 percent ahead of last year’s record pace. China has granted access to virtually all major beef exporters, with India being the exception. Its top suppliers in 2017 were: Brazil, Uruguay, Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica and the U.S. (following the mid-year

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market opening).

Although China remains a small market for U.S. beef, ranking only 14th in export volume in the first four months of 2018, the market holds tremendous potential. If China adopted international standards and access conditions similar to those in other major Asian markets including Japan, Korea, Taiwan and Hong Kong, U.S. beef exports could exceed $4 billion within five years.

To more accurately estimate the potential losses due to the 25 percent retaliatory duty, it is important to consider the lost opportunities just as U.S. beef was making progress in the market. Earlier in June, China had updated its eligible plant list to mirror those on the USDA/AMS EV approved list. This vastly increased the number of plants eligible to ship to China. Efforts were also underway to ensure full eligibility for all products agreed to in last year’s market opening agreement. USMEF estimated that these additional products and additional eligible plants could have increased exports from the $70 million estimated for 2018 (prior to the tariffs) to $430 million by 2020. In short, the export loss this year will likely exceed $30 million and the potential losses over the next couple of years could easily be in the hundreds of millions unless the tariffs are quickly removed and progress is made toward resolving other non-tariff access issues. The focus must remain on expanding access and aligning China’s requirements with international standards, under which the U.S. beef industry could easily see exports to China exceed $4 billion.

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Keeping it Real

by CCA Communications Director Jenna Chandler

The names and buzz are everywhere: Impossible Burger, Memphis Meats, Beyond Burger and for those in the beef cattle industry, it’s hard to ignore.

But meat analogues (or substitutes for meat) are not new. Boca Burgers, veggie burgers, imitation crab, tofu and the like have been around for decades. Made from things like wheat gluten, rice, mushrooms and legumes and sometimes even other animal proteins, up until recently, their reach as products appealing to the general public as a whole has been somewhat limited. And while those specific products aren’t new, some recently-developed ones that just hit the market have brought meat substitutes to the forefront of the news again.

Products like Beyond Beef and the Impossible Burger claim to have brought meat substitutes to a new level. Instead of a product that very loosely resembles the original animal based product, these new “fake meat” companies have lauded their creation as a plant-based “burger” that looks, smells, feels, tastes and even “bleeds” like the real thing. And because of advancements in food science, proponents say that they have succeeded.

The companies producing the products themselves tout the inability of the average person to visually discern their imitation burger patty from the real thing, and that, says the beef industry, is of major concern.

According to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and cattle producers across the nation, the beef industry isn’t worried that their product won’t stack up to this new and improved imitation meat, it’s worried that without more truthful labeling, consumers will end up misled, with fake meat in their shopping basket when they didn’t want it in the first place. So a push for better regulated labeling has become the area of focus for many in the beef industry. Plant-based alternative companies though, argue that consumers already know the difference.

Opponents of more restrictive labeling legislation claim that no consumers confuse almond milk with the “lacteal secretions” of a tree nut, but meat industry representatives and proponents point out that there is a difference with these new products versus the vegetarian “meats” of old, and the difference is the lack of discernable difference.

And that potential for confusion that has sparked the fake meat debate has not been isolated just to the United States, but has been taken up across the pond as well, with other countries tackling the issue head on.

Recently, France’s politicians banned use of the words “meat” and “dairy” on vegan and vegetarian foods.

“It is important to combat false claims. Our products must be designated correctly: the terms of #cheese or #steak will be reserved for products of animal origin,” tweeted French farmer and member of parliament Jean Baptiste Moreau, a member of French President Marcon’s political party, La Republiqe Marche.

Australia is getting in on the discussion, as well, and the U.S. isn’t far behind, with states like North Carolina considering provisions such as one included in their state 2018 Farm Bill that would prohibit plant based products from being labeled as “milk.” The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has brought the issue to the national level, urging the federal government to address both plant based meat substitutes as well as lab cultured animal tissue for human consumption.

In official comments to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), NCBA asserted that the term “beef ” should only be applied to products derived from actual livestock raised by farmers and ranchers. As for the “frankenmeat” grown in a lab, NCBA encouraged the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) to oversee the product and ensure that it is held to the safe, stringent safety 46 California Cattleman July • August 2018

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standards that all other meat products are. USDA-FSIS oversight would also provide greater protection against false or misleading marketing claims, requiring pre-approval of all labels before products hit store shelves (unlike the Food and Drug Administration), the idea being that misleading labels such as “clean meat” could be prevented.

The passage of a federal Farm Bill could include some of those provisions. Unfortunately though, only time, and of course the legislature, will tell how the labeling debate will end up.

The reality is that, the future of the “real meat” discussion might soon surpass things like the impossible burger. While the current “fake meat” products are made completely of plant proteins, still in the development phase is a new product dubbed “clean meat.”

Cultured, or clean meat, refers to lab-grown meat, grown from a small amount of actual animal stem cells.

This would be where labeling might get a little muddy, as this product is actual animal muscle tissue, just grown by scientists in a petri dish rather than by Mother Nature and a

rancher in an actual animal. This technology, though, is still in its infancy at the current time, and far too expensive to be hitting the market any time soon.

While the industry combats the influx of fake meats hitting the market, and while “clean meat” is still a distant possibility, some individual companies may feel like the writing is already on the wall; both Tyson and Cargill have made major investments in the cultured meat technology.

Even fast food giant White Castle has rolled out their new mini slider using a patty from Impossible Foods.

“We’re excited about this opportunity to broaden our exposure to innovative, new ways of producing meat, especially since global protein demand has been increasing at a steady rate,” said Justin Whitmore, Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy and Chief Sustainability Officer of Tyson Foods, in a Memphis Meats press release.

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 47 meat business, but also believe in exploring additional opportunities for growth that give consumers more choices.”

Tech billionaire Bill Gates also recently invested in the emerging sector, claiming the product is going to be the “future of food.”

No matter where the legislature falls with labeling or what celebrity comes out in support, ultimately the test of these fake meats will be issued by the population at large.

Even with the current buzz, questions surrounding meat substitutes still exist.

In a day and age where GMO is a dirty phrase and anything at all altered, even improved, is dubbed fake, where will this ultimate “frankenfood” fall when the initial excitement fades? With a consumer base attempting to be more in touch and informed regarding their food choices, the jury is still out as to whether they will embrace the products, or send them the way of Crystal Pepsi: into the vault, good for a quick laugh, but not much else.

According to a 2016 Harris poll commissioned by the Vegetarian Resource Group, approximately 3.3 percent of US adults follow a vegetarian-based diet and 50 percent of those are vegan. Will these plant based alternatives appeal beyond that 3.3 percent? The 3.3 percent are already voluntarily excluded from the meatpurchasing customer base. And what about the global market? The global market that has developed an increasing taste for U.S. beef ?

At this point, no one really knows.

The one question many meat eaters have and which may help to determine the sticking power of these new meat substitutes is, naturally, how does it taste?

The answer to that question is probably a matter of personal preference and most likely varies depending on who you talk to, but if you search “fake meat taste test” on YouTube, you can get a general idea.

And that general consensus seems to be: great improvement in meat substitutes for vegetarians, but for a meat eater? Doesn’t quite make the cut.

It is pretty close in taste to the real thing according to many, and in a food like a burger where you are tasting flavors from the many other ingredients that make up the meal, such as cheese or ketchup, or in a lasagna where you have tomato sauce and pasta, the difference in the flavor of the meal as a whole is mild; But the difference in price isn’t.

In some places, the cost to swap your traditional beef hamburger patty with the Impossible Burger is up to $4 extra. There goes your milkshake.

Multiply that by a family of four and the increased cost cuts even deeper. So, for those who don’t follow a solely plant based diet, swapping a product even if it is comparable in taste, for one that is more expensive, probably isn’t a long term option, even if it does taste similar. For some though, the swap isn’t for taste or financial reasons, but is an answer to larger global questions.

Fake meat companies espouse their products as the environmental alternative.

Even beyond the animal welfare or health questions, this new product claims to somehow be “cleaner” for the planet. Those claims, though, are clearly made by someone not familiar with the US cattle industry, and largely ignores a major segment of the benefits to the greater community as a whole that the beef cattle industry provides, even beyond beef—responsible environmental management.

And that clearly identifies a hole in the public’s awareness of those important benefits provided by the industry.

Those benefits could undoubtedly be a standalone article themselves, but it’s clear when the Wall Street Journal runs stories with headlines such as “Actually, Raising beef is good for the planet” and a website named www.treehugger.com publishes “In Defense of the Cow: How Eating Meat Could Help Slow Climate Change” that cattlemen are on the right track, waking up and taking their message to the streets.

So while the jury is still out on what effects fake meat will have on the demand for beef, if any good for the industry has come out of something like the invention of the Impossible Burger, maybe that’s it: a louder unified voice bringing the truth about the beef cattle industry to the consumer. And it’s clear that voice is getting stronger.

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Living wit h an Enemy W hat once seemed inevitable has come to fruition for California beef producers.

“It’s almost like hearing the plague is coming and being in denial until people start dying around you,” said Heather Kingdon, Taylorsville, of her initial feelings when wolves were reintroduced in the west in the mid 1990s. “First it was Idaho and then Montana. We knew it would probably be only a matter of time before they were here. They crept closer and closer and now we are literally living with them outside our back door.”

Modoc County cattleman Tom DeForest, Adin, poses a question to illustrate his feelings on the issue: “What is the difference between major surgery and minor surgery? Major surgery is when it happens to you.”

Tom and his wife, Kathy, have been at the forefront of the wolf preparation battle since OR-7 first wandered across the Oregon/California border in 2011.

“We knew then we would all be facing this and, to be honest, it was frustrating to see many livestock owners take a back seat,” Kathy said. “We’ve held meetings, we’ve met with experts and we have learned a lot but the very real fact is that now they are here to stay and now people are crying wolf.”

DeForest Livestock has thus far been fortunate and has not had any run-ins with the wolf, but Kathy said that doesn’t mean they aren’t thinking of how it will change the way they have been ranching for their entire lives.

“We can read about wolf behavior and have an action plan for what we will do but time will tell what the end result will actually be,” she said.

Most ranchers and farmers were beside themselves when the federal government announced plans to reintroduce wolves in Idaho starting in 1995. But even then livestock owners had no idea what a fight they were actually in for.

The gray wolf was officially listed as endangered under the Endangered Species Act in 1974, paving the way for their reintroduction to Yellowstone National Park and central Idaho in 1995. It’s one of the most polarizing topics between ranchers and environmentalists in the Western U.S., widening a division laid by regulations over other, less deadly species.

Kingdon says it is another layer of burdensome regulation that makes it harder to raise livestock in California.

“You don’t even have a fighting chance when the deck gets stacked against you like this. Only this time it was an intentionally-induced problem put in our laps. That makes it especially hard to swallow,” Kingdon said.

Since the reintroduction of wolves in the west in the mid 1990s, the population has increased exponentially and the rules surrounding their existence have shifted. From total and complete protection initially to depredation hunting permits to help control the population, the status of wolves varies greatly from state to state and region to region.

While some ranchers in areas like Montana and Idaho 52 California Cattleman July • August 2018

have begun to make headway on the issue, California livestock producers could have a long uphill battle in regards to controlling the wolf population for a number of reasons.

Not only are wolves relatively new to the Golden State, wolves are completely protected in California under the Federal Endangered Species Act (ESA) and California ESA. According to CCA Director of Government Affairs Kirk Wilbur, the major difference between the wolf and other ESA-listed species is that the wolf is an apex predator capable of direct predation upon livestock.

“Other threatened or endangered species may prove an inconvenience to ranchers or other stakeholders, but the gray wolf presents a direct threat. With most endangered species, ranchers may have to expend significant cash erecting exclusionary fencing or purchase supplemental feed to accommodate habitat protections for the species,” Wilbur explained. “But gray wolves present a direct threat to livestock and the rancher’s livelihood: they are capable of stressing, injuring and even killing cattle. A yellow-legged frog isn’t going to injure or kill a 650-pound calf – a wolf might.”

Wilbur also points out a fact that has been largely glossed-over: most endangered species are well-established within a definite range and their numbers are on the decline at the time of their listing, he says.

“With gray wolves in California, it is unclear to what extent they were ever truly established within the state.

California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) only finds a few reliable accounts of individual wolves present in the state, and there’s no reliable evidence of a significant wolf population historically inhabiting the state,” says Wilbur. “When the species was federally-listed, there were no known wolves in California; when it was state-listed, there were no known wolves in California. One gets the sense that the listing of gray wolves – at least within California, rather than, say, Yellowstone – is much more ‘experimental’ than the listing of other species, with many more variables.”

At this point in time ranchers have only one option for living and running livestock in the presence of the wolf: Deal with it, because as of now the wolves are here to stay and remain protected.

This one option has left California livestock owners, specifically in the north state, scrambling for management solutions as the wolf population grows at an increasing speed.

“We’ve dealt with coyotes, mountain lions and bears,” said Brian Kingdon, “But no one knows how to manage this.

It is a game changer. A scary and infuriating one.”

As the Kingdons illustrated, because a wolf of any kind hasn’t existed in California since the early 1900s, ranchers have little to no firsthand knowledge of what kind of animal they are dealing with. Most California ranchers have

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dealt with the threat of coyotes, but not only are coyotes not protected, making them much easier to manage, coyotes also aren’t generally as aggressive as wolves.

With a dwindling elk and deer population in California as a result of the mountain lion, wolves’ natural pray base is scant, and ranchers are keenly aware that this puts their stock directly in harm’s way. And as CDFW has identified several “probable” wolf kills and two confirmed cattle kills from wolves, CCA has been direct in wanting more action from CDFW. CCA President Dave Daley, Oroville, puts it bluntly: “I don’t think CDFW is very good at doing their job. They might be working hard but the fact of the matter is to those of us out working up and down the state, perception is reality, and from our viewpoint, there is a lot they aren’t doing.”

This spring, CCA sent a very straight-forward letter to CDFW asking two things of them. 1) to communicate better with the livestock industry and 2) to be more straight-forward in defining how they will determine wolf kills.

CCA has been closely engaged on this issue since at least 2011, when OR-7 first ventured into Northern California.

However, the efforts actually began much earlier when the wolf was put on both CCA’s and ranchers’ radar as gray wolves progressed westward. Daley says he doesn’t think members are truly aware of the time CCA has poured into this issue.

“I get personal calls about fire and about drought and about all sorts of issues CCA is working on, but the number of calls I get from folks about the wolf far outweigh all the other issues combined,” Daley said. “And I direct a lot of my calls to the office, which gets far more inquiries about the wolf than I do.”

Wilbur said as early as 2012, CCA was fighting hard against CESA listing of the gray wolf and lobbying to craft favorable wolf management policy in the state, but was presented a significant setback on those efforts when the Fish and Game Commission ultimately voted to list the gray wolf as endangered in California.

Between January 1995 and January 1996, a total of 66 grey wolves were released in Yellowstone and central Idaho.

Ten years later the number was estimated at 325 wolves in Yellowstone and 565 in Idaho. Today the Idaho Department of Fish and Game believes the Gem State to have between 600 and 800 wolves in 108 established packs. But many ranchers dispute those numbers saying they believe the state has grossly underestimated the actual number of wolves.

Similarly, California ranchers who have dealt with the arrival of the wolves say the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service are downplaying the presence of wolves in California despite confirmed depredation losses from wolves in the past year.

So as the wolf continues to make itself at home, ranchers are planning for the future – a scary concept for many of

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“What’s the difference in major surgery or minor surgery? Major surgery is when it’s happening to you.”

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 53 them. For generations, traditional methods like fluttering flags, or fladry, were used to protect livestock on the range.

These portable methods are still used and have been updated with an electrified version, known as turbo-fladry. But in broad areas such tools are temporary, cumbersome and in the long-run ineffective.

“Ranchers are essentially legally precluded from managing wolves. They can only manage their operations,“ Wilbur said. “While they can install wolf deterrents – fladry, fox lights, etc., those aren’t 100 percent effective, and they often only work for a limited time. Reducing wolf attractants such as bone piles, quickly tending to sick or injured cattle that may be attractive targets for predation, and stewardship which encourages cattle herding together can all reduce the likelihood of depredation, but there are challenges to all of these management options. Ultimately, there’s no perfect option, but continued vigilance can help reduce the likelihood of depredation.”

“I wish the public could understand that the landscape ranchers manage varies wildly, and may not be what wolf advocates envision,” Wilbur said. “Corralling cattle won’t be practical on a very large ranch or allotment; fladry is impractical if not impossible across thousands of acresespecially where fencing may not exist; and range riders might not be able to spot wolves mere yards away from them in heavily-forested terrain.”

Lassen County rancher Joe Egan, Janesville, says it is extremely naïve of experts to offer solutions for the management of wolves in an environment that the experts know little about.

“These wolf experts have no understanding of the cattle business and how ineffective it is to set up wolf deterrents on thousands of acres,” Egan said. “Not only that but the wolves they have studied are not wolves in the wild. They are wolves that have lived in a facility with humans their entire lives. They couldn’t be more different from the wolves ranchers are facing.”

Egan, too, has been fortunate to have avoided wolf confrontations on his operation despite known wolves living in Lassen County. But he already knows what will happen if and when they make themselves at home among his cattle.

“It will be the end of us using grazing permits,” Egan said. “The effort to manage cattle in the midst of wolves on a grazing allotment is not worth the effort it will take to keep them alive.

We will utilize our private property where we can be available to monitor what is going on with our stock on a day-to-day basis.”

Likewise, Brian Kingdon says he predicts if the wolf takes up residence in their winter ground in Butte County, it will put them out of the cattle business.

While the outcome of wolf presence throughout California varies from area to area, there is one thing that it seems all cattlemen and women can agree on: the best case realistic scenario is that the wolves will get delisted.

“We need management tools,” Egan said.

“We need to have the ability to protect our cattle.”

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Brian Kingdon says that many who are removed from the situation think that you can shoot a wolf if it presents a danger to animals or humans.

“While that would be the best option. It is absolutely not an option now. Not only can you not shoot a wolf in the act of killing your cattle, you can’t even legally chase it away from your house or herd because that is ‘harrassment,’ and is against the law when regarding a protected species,” Brian Kingdon said.

Kathy DeForest points out that in Canada, where wolves are not protected, they can be killed as a management tool.

“Their wolf population is thriving despite the ability to hunt and kill them. Ranchers are lovers of mother nature.

They are not naturally born killers. It is not the wolf we hate.

It is the threat the wolf poses and we want to have the right to protect our livelihood,” Kathy DeForest said.

Wilbur says there are some technical differences between the state and federal ESAs (such as what activities are defined as an illegal “take”), but says he thinks the biggest practical difference relates to how the two laws treat the wolves’ “range.”

Federally, Wilbur explains, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is considering whether the gray wolf ’s population has recovered throughout its range; they look to see how the gray wolf has recovered when the populations in Idaho, Washington, Oregon, California and other western states is taken as a whole. California’s ESA, however, only considers whether the species is endangered within the state’s boundaries. So while the species is healthy throughout the west and may therefore ultimately be delisted federally, the population within California may never be large enough that California delists the animal (this arbitrarily-limited interpretation of “range” is also a subject of CCA’s current lawsuit seeking to overturn the listing of the gray wolf in California).

Wilbur says the reason it’s important to consider both the federal and state ESAs is simply that the gray wolf is listed as endangered under both. Any take of the gray wolf would subject one to the significant penalties of both the state and federal laws, for instance. But it’s also important as we strategize about future wolf management. ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 56

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 54 “I think it’s only a matter of time until the wolf becomes federally delisted in the lower 48, and when that occurs, it will be a victory to be celebrated, but California ranchers won’t experience any relief unless the animal is also delisted under the state ESA,” Wilbur says. “Likewise, it’ll be a major victory if our lawsuit overturns the listing of the gray wolf in California, but that still won’t provide any relief to impacted ranchers until the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service is able to finalize federal delisting.”

News of a possible delisting has been rumored in the lower 48 states for the last couple of years. CCA members were thrilled to hear at the recent CCA Midyear Meeting that the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) is working on a proposal to delist the wolf that will be submitted for comment by the end of this calendar year.

“It is a process and we want to get it right so we can see the right outcome,” said USFWS Regional Director Paul Souza.

“The wolf issue has been a complicated one but the fact is that if wolves have food they will expand and they have proven that by expanding and we expect expansion to continue,” Souza said.

Souza shared with CCA members that after USFWS completes their proposal to delist, a comment period will ensue, after which USFWS will sort through the data, the science, the comments and will have a final decision which is anticipated by December of 2019.

“Another fact we are very aware of is that any decision will be litigated, so we need to make sure we get the decision right so it can stand. California is an interesting place where the legal framework is much more strict than the federal framework so just because we could delist the wolf federally does not mean it would get delisted at the state level,” Souza said.

“Folks can quibble about whether state delisting of the wolf is a ‘realistic’ outcome (we’re suing to do just that), but in my opinion the best realistic outcome is that wolves get delisted from the state and federal endangered species lists and are managed by the Department of Fish and Wildlife as a non-game mammal,” Wilbur said. “That probably wouldn’t fully satisfy some ranchers, but there would be much greater management options, and the Department could still lethally control problem wolves in certain circumstances. Ultimately California is never going to mirror a state like Idaho and allow for hunting of wolves, but if we can strike a better balance between protecting the species and protecting livestock and ranchers’ livelihoods, it’s a step in the right direction.”

Like involvement on all rancher-impacted issues, Wilbur says member involvement on this topic is especially vital for a number of reasons.

One of the largest reasons he cites is that wolf advocates are extremely vocal, and if livestock owners don’t want to be drowned out of the conversation, they need to be every bit as loud.

“When I attended the Commission meetings in 2014, I got the definite impression that the Commissioners were bending to the will of the vocal majority – those crying 56 California Cattleman July • August 2018

inconsolably as they discussed the beauty of the wolf, those in wolf hats, those who brought their young children to testify and those that penned and recited odes to the wolf.”

A second reason for active rancher advocacy is that the wolf issue is such a complicated one, and those ranchers that have been impacted by wolves to date often have disparate opinions about how best to manage the species.

“Consequently, it’s not an issue that I can advocate on without significant rancher input, and ranchers definitely ought not trust regulators to get the policy right without a great deal of rancher involvement,” Wilbur said. “Ultimately the reason CCA members and all livestock owners need to get involved is that nothing is going to change legally without rancher involvement: we need to show ranchers are impacted to have standing to sue in court, and legislators won’t have any desire to act on the issue unless their constituents tell them it’s a voting issue.”

Wilbur says the wolf discussion is heated on all sides, but sometimes ranchers’ rhetoric can makes them their own worst enemy. For example, he says, when folks post “kill all the wolves” to social media, it robs this discussion of its nuance and gives wolf advocates the ammunition they need to demonize ranchers and ignore our legitimate management concerns.

Wilbur also notes that CDFW can only bear so much blame for imperfect wolf policy. “While I’ll be the first to acknowledge that the Department of Fish and Wildlife isn’t doing enough to effectively manage wolves, it’s important to consider the position that the Department is in,” Wilbur said. “They never asked for this. We should remember that in 2012 and 2014, the Department advised the Commission against listing the gray wolf, and the Commission ignored their advice. Ultimately, the Department has to execute the law as established by California’s politicians and political appointees.”

While it’s a hard pill to swallow, Wilbur says, it’s important to note that both the State and Federal ESAs make it harder to delist a species than to list it (though groups like CCA and the Public Lands Council are trying to reform these laws).

The message Wilbur says CCA and its members have yet to get across to wolf advocates (despite years of effort) is that this this issue isn’t just about dollars and cents, it’s about ranchers protecting their charge.

“It also isn’t a matter of ‘ranchers hate wolves,’ – it’s that ‘ranchers care for their livestock,” Wilbur said. “There’s a sense that because ranchers ultimately send the animal to slaughter for food, that they don’t care about the animal.

What is discounted in that assumption is the great care taken to protect the animal through its life, and the humane manner in which it is ultimately dispatched. Likewise, ranchers are people. When folks at the Commission hearings in 2014 talked about ranchers, it was synonymous with ‘big business’; they didn’t envision the fifth-generation ranchers working their families’ historic lands, or the faces of the men and women I see every day.”

As of press time, Senate Republicans had just released draft legislation on an ambitious effort to overhaul the Endangered Species Act (ESA), a move widely supported by agriculture stakeholders.

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATOR Checking In On Your Beef Checkoff

Showing off the industry from pasture to plate

by California Beef Council Director of Producer Relations Jill Scofield Open Gates: Sharing California’s Beef Story Over the course of each year, the California Beef Council (CBC) holds a series of events designed to bring leaders and influencers from multiple industries into the beef community’s fold. These events come in various formats and involve different audiences, but the goal for all of them remains true to one of our strategic priorities: growing consumer trust in beef and beef products.

Pasture to Plate Beef Tour Spring 2018 was a busy one in terms of these types of events. In early May, we held another successful Pasture to Plate Beef Tour, which brought together more than two dozen foodservice and retail leaders from companies like Google, Disneyland Resort, Albertsons, Chefs’ Warehouse and US Foods, just to name a few. They joined us for three days of touring multiple sectors of beef production throughout the Central Valley.

This tour is something the CBC

has done for several years now, and it’s one that leaders from the retail, foodservice and culinary worlds actively seek out. (In fact, this year, the tour was fully booked within a week of being announced!)

We’ve shared updates on our Pasture to Plate Beef Tours many times over the years, so it may seem “old hat” by now. But for those of you who might not have previously heard or read about them, the gist is this – we bring key influencers from California’s foodservice and retail industries together for an intense, close-up view of ALL sectors of California’s beef production system, and it takes a network of CBC staff members, council members and producers and operators to pull it together.

For the 2018 tour, our thanks go out to: • California Beef Council Chair Jack Hoekstra, who joined us for the duration of the tour to answer attendee questions; • CBC members Bob Vander Eyk, who showed us around his dairy in Pixley, and Troy Murray and

Mike Smith, who provided a tour of the Harris Feeding Co. feedyard; • Betsy Behlen and her daughter, Brooke Helsel, who opened up their family ranch, the Dot Seven in Sanger to kick off the tour; • David Macedo, who shared insights about the livestock market world and the history of his business, Tulare Sales Yard; and • The teams at Grimmius Calf Ranch and Cargill, who provided excellent and informative tours of their facilities.

Dietetic Internship Media Workshops The CBC team also wrapped up a series of media workshops for Dietetic Internship (DI) students at various California universities this spring. These workshops took place in Sacramento and San Diego in early April, and provided DI students who are in the final stages of their education before becoming registered dietitians and nutritionists with extensive training on beef nutrition, production practices and research and data that support beef in a variety of diets and lifestyles. The goal is to help these future health and nutrition professionals better The 2018 Pasture to Plate Beef Tour included a stop at the Dot Seven Ranch, where understand beef ’s full nutritional attendees heard from the Helsel family and Curt Pate about raising and handling cattle. profile so they can provide accurate 60 California Cattleman July • August 2018

Pasture to Plate attendees get a close-up of cattle feedstuffs at Vander Eyk Dairy in Pixley. dietary advice as they embark on their careers.

But who are dietetic interns, and why is it important that we engage them? A DI program is often six to 18 months in length and incorporates the 1,200 hours of supervised practical experience that is required for the student to be eligible to take a national board exam to become a Registered Dietitian. These internship programs follow the successful completion of an accredited bachelor’s degree and build on the years of coursework already obtained by a dietetic student.

DI students might obtain realworld experience at a variety of health care and/or community facilities, including hospitals or clinics, food service facilities, community nutrition programs and others. Upon completion of a DI program, students may eventually go on to work in a variety of health care and/or community facilities such as hospitals, clinics or foodservice facilities.

By participating in the CBC’s workshops, DI students are able to learn about ranching, beef nutrition, and how to effectively answer questions about beef in a healthy diet in a media or spokesperson setting.

To ensure the content hits the mark, they are provided with pre- and post-surveys to help measure and compare their perceptions about beef production and nutrition before and

David Macedo, Tulare Sales Yard, shares background about the livestock market business with attendees.

after each workshop. Time after time, there is a marked improvement in participants’ positive attitudes toward beef after these workshops.

network of industry advocates within California, with more educational opportunities planned. If you are interested in learning about future Top of the Class programs, or other ways to get involved in CBC efforts to share our industry’s story, please contact Jill Scofield at jill@calbeef. org or 916.925.2333.

California Top of the Class The CBC held one other event for influencers this spring, this one designed to build California’s community of beef “By attending this, I advocates and influencers.

In collaboration with the discovered a whole National Cattlemen’s Beef new respect for people Association, we held an inaugural California Top who care for cattle of the Class program, and cows, and how bringing together several they go extra miles to beef community advocates and producers for two days make sure that they of educational seminars on are well cared for. I effective spokesperson skills, social media usage, handling also appreciate those tough questions about beef animals for giving up production, beef nutrition research and resources their lives to provide available from the checkoff humans the nutrients to help in sharing the beef that we need and that story.

Attendees were graduates none of us should take of the Masters of Beef for granted when Advocacy program who have already demonstrated some we eat beef and drink effort or interest in serving milk.” as a champion or influencer for the beef community. This – 2018 Pasture to Plate workshop was a first step Participant in establishing a stronger

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COST FREE QUALITY DRIVES DEMAND

by Certified Angus Beef ’s Miranda Reiman “Is marbling a free trait?” The question was put to Mark McCully, vice president of production for the Certified Angus Beef® (CAB®) brand at the Beef Improvement Federation meeting in Loveland, Colo., in June. His answer? Basically.

“The data that’s out there from a cow standpoint says we’re really in a pretty good spot,” McCully said, adding he’d like to see even more research.

There are a few correlations between marbling and some other traits such as milk production, but cattlemen can select accordingly, he said. “It’s a pretty positive story for us as an industry: there’s not going to be a sacrifice of cow function in our pursuit of improving the quality of our end product.”

The cost must show up in the feedyard, critics say, but performance and quality are more simultaneous than mutually exclusive, McCully said.

He shared an analysis of 600 pens of high- and lowgrading cattle (10 percent Prime and 0.6 percent Prime) fed at Five Rivers Cattle Feeding yards across the High Plains.

The June-to-October 2017 closeouts showed feed efficiency and average daily gains were the same with the higher grading pens having a slight cost of feed (COF) advantage at $0.70 per pound of gain compared to $0.72. The lower quality cattle finished at 1,358 pounds, giving up more than 40 pounds of final weight to their higher quality counterparts.

“I hear that a lot, ‘These high grading cattle…you’re going to have to sacrifice performance,’” McCully said. “Data we see every day would definitely dispel that idea.”

The National Beef Quality Audit (NBQA) suggests the industry should produce 5 percent Prime and 35 percent upper two-thirds Choice, but McCully said, “Maybe that’s too low.”

So far in 2018, beef across the United States is grading 7.6 percent Prime, 23 percent upper two-thirds Choice and just 17 percent Select.

“When you think about our competitive advantage, what we can do with genetics today and what the demand signals are,” he ventured, “I believe they’re telling us we need to ratchet those up a little bit.”

Today, packers market more boxes of Prime and branded beef than they do Select.

The amount of Prime has nearly doubled from 2010 to 2018, going from 13 millionpounds to 25 million per week. At the same time, Select has dropped 40 percent in eight years. That “dramatic shift” in the marketplace came while premiums remained steady. The Prime to Select cutout spread was around $40 last year.

The trends hold true for CAB, too, which will certify more than 5 million head of cattle, or 16 percent to 18 percent of the total fed-cattle supply.

“Packers reported $75 million paid back to the cattle owners on grid premiums [in 2017], specifically for CAB,” McCully said.

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He expects the quality trend to continue, because it’s good for all segments. High-marbling cattle offer feeders marketing flexibility.

“We’ve been dealing with low feed costs for the last handful of years, but if we get into where we need to shorten days on feed, we’ll be able to keep sending a high-quality product out to our consumers while dealing with that,” McCully said.

The changing retail landscape demands more of the best beef in its pipeline. Costco has sold Prime beef for several years and Wal-Mart now carries an upper two-thirds Choice program, for example. Larger supplies give retailers the confidence to feature beef in ads and “get very aggressive promoting high quality,” McCully said. “I don’t get the sense that they want to go backwards.”

Ground beef sales have expanded with more than 100 million pounds of CAB branded grinds sold annually.

“It’s no longer quality grade neutral,” he said. “That whole burger category is significantly different than it was five to ten years ago. I think that’s a demand driver.”

Together, the increased focus on ground beef and innovative fabrication of end meats have helped elevate the value of those primals.

“The more carcasses we merchandize into those steak items and away from low-and-slow cookery methods, marbling obviously has a bigger benefit,” he said.

In export markets, it’s U.S. beef ’s “high-quality, grain-fed” reputation that keeps global consumers coming back, McCully said. It’s hard to make predictions 25 or 50 years out, but all the clues point in the same direction.

“I have a hard time finding a business model that doesn’t say if you increase the quality of your product, you’re going to increase demand,” he said. “We have the tools available to do this all while improving efficiency and reducing our cost of production.”

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YOUNG

AMBITION ADVICE FOR MAKING YOUR WAY IN A COMPETITIVE WORLD

by Kenna McMurray for the California Cattleman In a world that is increasingly competitive, with candidates vying for positions and touting their qualifications, it may seem a bit discouraging to step into the battlefield known as the job market. For young agriculturalists looking to get into the field, or perhaps stay on the farm, getting a boot up on the competition can seem confusing and challenging. However, there are certain tips that can help those seeking additional advice and guidance in the career world.

“I think this next generation is very creative,” said Stephanie Younger, director of the Leadership Farm Bureau and Young Farmers and Ranchers programs with the California Farm Bureau Federation. “I think the next generation understands consumers better, so they will be able to bring their insight into production. And there’s definitely need for people to join the agriculture industry. There are so many jobs at so many companies throughout the state.”

According to Younger, while agriculture is its own vibrant industry, employers are still looking for many of the same characteristics as other industries — including experience.

“Every student should do at least one internship,” Younger said. “Whether it be in their field of study or in something different. Whether it’s paid or unpaid, get into the field and see what it’s like to spend a summer on a ranch or in a processing plant and develop some skills that you don’t already have. I think internships are really important.”

This thought is echoed by Amie Hammond, assistant director of career counseling and education at California Polytechnic State University.

“An internship provides students an opportunity to give a career a test drive, so to speak,” Hammond said. “It also allows them to experience working in a professional setting, which will help with their transition into a career after college.

And through an internship, a student can apply what they’ve been learning in college to a real world setting while also developing new skills.”

While internships provide the experience that employers are looking for, these opportunities also provide a way for young job seekers to experience a career before fully committing. This allows young workers to determine if they

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like a field, enjoy the hours and schedules and mesh with the company culture.

“An internship is great because if you decide you don’t like it after a year you can try something else,” Younger said. “You are committed to something for a certain amount of time.”

Younger also recommends doing an internship as early as high school in order to develop interests. These internships provide a way to discover new skills, areas and possible fields of study for students who may pursue a higher education.

Balancing an education, personal life, work, and other obligations — all while trying to accrue experience — can be overwhelming. However, experience comes in many different forms, and, according to Younger, while employers are looking for some background, they don’t expect too much.

“There are the people who are kind of the overachievers and they want to graduate with a bunch of internships, and they want to work on the family farm, and they want to get straight As,” Younger said. “Then there are the people who don’t want an internship and they just want to buckle down and graduate. You have to remember you don’t have to have a ton of experience and so many jobs, but you have to have some. There is that balance that more is better, but some will get you a good job. Instead of being so stressed you could have done less and be just as qualified.”

Higher education is also a possible route for gaining new ideas and access to internships. While higher education may not be the path for everyone, it may provide important insights and skills to those seeking a professional career in agriculture and other industries.

“Higher education not only expands a student’s industry and field-related knowledge, but it helps develop important skills such as critical thinking, written and verbal communication skills and teamwork which are critical in the workplace,” Hammond said. “Additionally, through higher education students typically achieve significant personal growth. This happens in many ways, such as having opportunities to interact with people from different backgrounds, engaging in co-curricular and leadership activities and completing general education coursework which

exposes them to new ideas and thought processes.”

Universities are a place to discover new technological trends, mingle with people with similar interests and develop skills whether in the classroom or in the field.

“I think it is important to go get an education,” Younger said. “I think a lot of it is learning by doing, and I think that’s where a lot of education happens — while you’re out in the field and out on the farm. You meet people who are doing similar things but have different experiences so you can learn from other producers and what works for them. One of the emphases in college is to kindle that desire to learn so you can have that opportunity to go and get your mind opened up to a different way of thinking and the way things are done. Then you take that and you bring it back to the farm.”

Another benefit to gaining an education is the network that students can develop while at school, whether it be professors, other industry professionals, guest lecturers or career fair employers.

“You’ll see what kind of networks are out there and what kind of resources are out there,” Younger said. “You’ll see what kind of support is out there, what kinds of groups, and you can develop your network.”

Being active in societies, clubs, organizations and other professional opportunities may open future doors and opportunities.

“Internships help students establish professional connections,” Hammond said. “The professionals they meet during their internship could become their mentor, serve as a reference or open the door to another opportunity in the future. “ These networks can lead to future employment opportunities, or possible internships.

“I heard a lot of different things from farmers, and a lot of the times they may not have a formal internship program but if [someone] wants to do an internship then they’re willing to do it,” Younger said. “If you get your foot in the door and there’s a job that’s open, then you have someone you can reach out to and say, ‘Hey, I’m interested in this position.’ If you have someone that’s in the company, they can bring your application through the process a little bit quicker and you aren’t just this random person that they get an application from.”

According to Hammond, it is “quite common for our graduates to get hired by an organization where they previously interned.” It can also expedite the hiring process and streamline the start of a new job as the former intern or volunteer will already be familiar with the organization and culture.

However, career success is not achieved once a job is landed and a young professional assumes a new position.

Skills need to be constantly developed and honed in order to continue to progress and stay on top of other competitors.

This is especially true for the agriculture industry, where consumers’ preferences are shifting, according to Younger.

“Because the industry is changing so much, it’s an opportunity for young people to go back to the farm to change it up a little bit and meet the demands of consumers,” Younger said. “If they’ve been doing the same thing for five generations, when someone who goes away to school and has experience and then comes back and makes some changes to the production, that will help give them a foot up in the industry. What we did 20 years ago doesn’t work right now.

Consumers’ opinions have changed a lot. We need to go back and understand what those changes are about so that these

places can progress their production.”

These changes involve a shift in consumer preferences favorably toward locally grown produce and “Know Your Farmer” movements, especially in the state of California.

According to Younger, members of the younger generation have the advantage of catering to these movements and reaching their target audiences.

“It feels like there are a lot more companies separating from the big cooperative and doing more niche production,” Younger said. “They’re putting their own brand on it and they’re trying to get brand loyalty from the community, and they are sharing their story and really personalizing it.”

The younger generation has been well known for its use of social media, an avenue that Younger said is a great tool for sharing a brand’s story and reaching out to new audiences.

“In cattle ranching you see a lot more ranchers that are going grass fed and really marketing how they’re treating their animals and raising their animals,” Younger said. “Share your story on social media. Use it as a marketing tool to reach out into the community. Use it as a platform to get information out to consumers.”

For those young agriculturists not planning on pursuing a degree in agriculture, the skills they learn on the farm or ranch can also help them in their chosen profession, according to Younger.

“A lot of companies will recruit at the ag colleges because they know they are passionate about food,” Younger said.

“Even if [high school students] are active in 4-H and FFA, doesn’t mean they’re going off to study agriculture at college.

There are these jobs out there in all these different sectors.”

According to Younger, growing up in the agriculture industry teaches future workers the ins and outs of production and those growing up in the agriculture industry know the meaning of a hard days’ work and long hours.

Younger also said those raised on a farm or ranch can take the work ethic they developed and apply it to their industry of choice.

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background typically bring a demonstrated work ethic and willingness to get their hands dirty, which is valued in other fields,” Hammond said. “Quite often, they have also exhibited traits and skills such as initiative, self-direction, problem solving and flexibility through their experience on a farm or ranch.

When they are able to articulate how these bring value to an employer, it can set them apart from other candidates.”

However, for those looking to stay in the agriculture industry, they have the advantage over those without an agricultural background, according to Younger.

“It gives you a leg up on the people who are interviewing for jobs in agriculture who don’t understand the cycle,” Younger said. “There are statistics that show there aren’t enough people going into the ag industry and careers in agriculture. So people without ag degrees are applying for these jobs but they don’t understand, and they don’t have a background in agriculture.

People who really have a passion for agriculture really have the advantage.”

Either way, if young professionals are looking to work in the agriculture industry or to cross over to a different profession, Younger says there are countless opportunities for young cattlemen and ranchers to get ahead and make a name for themselves.

“People who have college degrees and have a lot of experience can pretty much pick their job,” Younger said.

“They just have to know where the jobs are. So the future is bright.”

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THE BIG

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by Mary Frost for the California Cattleman

For Gino Pedretti Sr., owner of Pedretti Ranches in El Nido, California, it is all about the details.

Pedretti Sr. started his small Hereford herd when his dad bought him two registered heifers to show upon starting high school in 1946, Pedretti Sr. said. Today, Pedretti Ranches consists of a dairy farm, row-crop farming and about 200 head of registered Hereford cows. The ranch is mainly known for selling registered Hereford bulls through private treaty.

Pedretti Sr. said his father started the family ranch in 1939 in El Nido, where Pedretti family members continue to farm and ranch. Pedretti Sr. studied agribusiness and animal science at Fresno State and began working full time on the ranch upon graduation.

He rented the land from his father and later bought some of the surrounding land to expand the operation, Pedretti Sr. added.

“I knew right off we couldn’t make a living on the registered Herefords before we could get [name] recognition,” Pedretti Sr. said. “So I made darn sure we

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got the dairy going and we got to farming on the land dad owned.”

Growing up in the El Nido area, Pedretti Sr. said commercials Herefords were always in the area and he always liked them. Pedretti Sr. chose to continue to use Herefords for his ranch operation because he believed in the quality of the breed’s traits, like their calm temperament and high value EPDs like birth weight and fertility, he added.

“We just thought there was a place for Gino Pedretti, Sr. and wife Mona them,” Pedretti of 65 years.

Sr. said. “A lot of breeders [decided to use] two breeds of cattle. We just stayed with our Herefords, and we were able to sell our bulls private treaty over the years for the customers who still want to use Herefords. We have customers who have been buying [our] bulls for 37 years now.”

Herefords are a strong, well-rounded breed because of their maternal instincts, quiet disposition and carcass qualities, said Mark St. Pierre, Pedretti Sr.’s son-in-law and beef ranch manager. Another selling point for Herefords is the ability to crossbreed well with other cattle, which also allows for the advantageous hybrid vigor from cross breeding, said Gino Pedretti III, Pedretti Sr.’s grandson and Pedretti Ranch’s dairy farm and row crop manager. “[Angus/Hereford] has been a good cross for a long time, and it still is,” St. Pierre said. “But, I do believe a straight-bred Hereford is hard to beat.”

Pedretti Sr. has a passion for Hereford cattle

that started at a young age, said Pedretti III. “Besides believing in the breed, the Herefords have always been his pride and joy,” Pedretti III said. “It’s the thing he’s passionate about [and] what he’s enjoyed his whole life. Deep down, that’s what he enjoys most about the operation.”

With the efforts of Predretti Sr. and his father, Predretti Ranches always has been a family-operated farm and continues to be managed by family members today as Pedretti Sr.’s children, a son-in-law and grandchildren work full time on the ranch in various positions, St. Pierre said.

Pedretti III started working with the dairy and row crop aspects of the ranch in high school and after college graduation. However, he remembers as a child always helping his grandpa with the cattle, he said.

“As a little kid, when we stayed the night at his house we would go out at night and check cows with him in case any of them were calving,” Pedretti III said. “When we were little, I remember [Pedretti Sr.] helping pick out [our] show steers.”

Pedretti Ranch continues to sell their bulls through private treaty, Pedretti Sr. said. Selling private treaty would work best for the ranch without adding the headaches of a bull sale and he liked the idea buyers could come whenever they wanted so he could visit with customers, Predretti Sr. added.

Since the registered Hereford cattle calve in both the fall and the spring seasons, a new group of bulls is for sale every six months, St. Pierre said.

“We’ll take [the bulls’] EDPs and stats from the Hereford Association and put it all on one sheet,” St. Pierre said. “A buyer can look down the list and request to look at a group and typically choose a bull from there.

We’ll give them a listed price, [and] we usually follow the market and try to give the commercial guy and us a fair price.”

Pedretti Ranches’ target audience is the average commercial breeder, St. Pierre added. The ranch tries to avoid fads or trends that arise over time and from the show ring, St. Pierre said.

The ranch’s goal is to produce cattle that look good and will work well for the commercial producer, he added.

Pedretti Ranches tries not to focus on any specific traits because the family wants to create the most balanced, well-rounded cow by selecting cattle to create the type of cow a commercial cattleman would want to breed, Pedretti III said. “[Pedretti Sr.] doesn’t go looking at what the top cow looks like,” St. Pierre said. “He looks at the low cow.

He believes in working [to improve] on the bottom end as well as the top end.”

What makes this operation special is Pedretti Sr.’s attention to detail, work ethic and integrity, Pedretti III said. What most people do not realize is Pedretti Sr. is 85 years old, still works 10-hour days every day, and is involved in every aspect of the operation, making sure everything is done the way it is supposed to be done, St. Pierre added.

“He’s a man who pays attention to detail, but [he] looks at the big picture,” St. Pierre said. “He didn’t take on more than he could handle in order to do a good job.

He kept the size of the operation, with the amount of help he had, [a size] they could handle well [while having] high standard[s].”

Predretti Sr. keeps a note pad in his truck and writes down anything he sees is out of place — from a weed to a broken fence or dirty stall — and he will ensure someone fixes it, Pedretti III said with a laugh.

“He pays attention to every little detail,” Pedretti III said. “He doesn’t care about what time of the day it is.

Whatever needed to be done, no matter what time it was, he was there and got it done, whether it was hard on him or not.”

Pedretti Sr. is a detail-oriented, hard-working and honest rancher who believes in respecting others, Pedretti III added, and he has always treated others the way he wants to be treated in business and life.

“He doesn’t play games,” St. Pierre said. “He’s an honest man that has integrity. He won’t pull anything over on you. That’s one of the life lessons I’ve learned over the years [from Pedretti Sr.]. If you ever lose your integrity over the years, you won’t get it back so work hard to keep it.”

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The Urban Cowboy Reunion featuring Mickey Gilley and Johnny Lee. These two country music legends will give you an experience to remember as they bring back some of their chart topping songs completed with memories of the 1980 hit movie, Urban Cowboy. Sharing 10 years of their music careers together, these two are sure to put on an incredible show.

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Congratulations,, Dad ON 75 YEARS IN THE ANGUS BUSINESS!

Pictured here is Billy Borror (age 10) with his father Dale, cousin Bruce, and uncle Mark grading heifers at the Sequoia Ranch near Springville, CA (circa 1943).

From his early work helping develop performance and computer programs to time leading the California Beef Cattle Improvment Association, Beef Improvement Federation and American Angus Association, Bill and his wife Sandy have spent a lifetime pursuing, not only the improvement of the beef cattle, but also the improvement of the tools used to define beef cattle. Our family and our cattle industry owe them a debt of gratitude.

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How does a cow/calf producer raise calves that top the market and produce replacement that will grow into cows that fit their environment?

USE THE DATA!

Here’s a bull in last year’s sale catalog:

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MW = Mature Daughter Weight EPD MH = Mature Daughter Height EPD DAM WT = Actual Dam Weight DAM HT = Actual Dam Height

Our bull sale catalog is one of a very few in the country that lists mature weight and height of dams of bulls selling along with mature daughter weight and height EPDs on those bulls. These weights and heights are measured from a cowherd that is run under commercial range conditions.

We’ve been measuring cows for more than 30 years.

HOW DO I USE THE DATA? If you don’t want your cows to get any bigger, PUT A LIMIT ON THE BULLS YOU BUY! The mature weight of the average Angus cow is now larger than any other major beef breed, including continental breeds, and increasing. Without the diligence of a selection limit for mature size on purchased bulls, selecting for higher growth and terminal index ($B), your cows will continue to get larger. The most effective way to limit mature size is to limit the MW and MH EPDs on the bulls you buy. Your specific limit will depend on your cowherd and your goals. We can help with that. Just Ask. While limiting our mature cow size over the years, we have also pursued genetics that will also increase profit in the feedlot and on the rail.

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IN GOOD HEALTH

Using injectable minerals to increase stocker calf health

by Gilda Bryant for Multimin, USA Buying calves from a sale barn can come with some risk to the buyer, simply because the buyer has no way to know for sure exactly what environment the calves come from.

Sometimes bull calves and steers have not received extensive preconditioning, mineral supplementation or additional health protocols. The producer’s goal is to promote calf health, aiming for a two-pound average daily gain. Successful stocker operators frequently rely on injectable trace mineral supplementation to increase the well-being and productivity of these cattle.

Larry Hollis, DVM, retired Kansas State University veterinarian, says injectable minerals give producers a chance to improve trace mineral deficiencies.

“The huge difference with an injectable mineral vs. oral is speed, how fast we get it into the animal so it goes to work,” Hollis reports. “We know that Multimin’s peak absorption occurs eight to 10 hours post-injection. The majority of the product is absorbed within the first 24 hours, moving to the site of need. If there’s excess above what is immediately needed in the body, it’ll go to the liver, where it is stored and used over time. Multimin doesn’t replace a good oral trace mineral program, which calves need for maintenance.”

Stephanie Hansen, Ph.D., Feedlot Nutritionist with Iowa State University, has conducted several injectable trace mineral trials. In a recent study, stockers were backgrounded in the university’s feedyard on a high roughage diet, some of them receiving antagonists, sulfur and molybdenum. Sorted into separate mineral supplementation groups, Hansen found a significant boost in trace mineral status 14 days after calves received Multimin.

Data suggests animals treated with inorganic and chelated-organic mineral blends reached the same level after 28 days as cattle treated with injectable trace minerals. The group receiving only inorganic minerals took about a month and a half to reach the same trace mineral status as the injected calves.

“We actually found that regardless of dietary antagonists, the Multimin response was extremely consistent,” Hansen explains. “That tells us it can be a powerful tool to quickly replace [mineral] status of animals, even when they’re being fed a high-antagonist diet.”

Producers often feed distiller’s byproducts, however they should account for sulfur in molasses, lick tanks, lick tubs or distiller’s byproducts. Sulfur can tie up copper, an essential trace mineral. Hansen recommends testing water sources for concentrations of sulfur or iron. Other antagonists, such as molybdenum, also bind trace minerals in the rumen, making 76 California Cattleman July • August 2018

them unavailable to the animal.

“Injectable minerals can be a powerful tool to quickly improve the trace mineral status of cattle,” Hansen concludes. “Producers need to have a good understanding of other products, especially selenium, going into calves when they are received. If you’re a stocker operator, you need to have an appreciation for what the previous mineral status of that calf is, particularly if it received Multimin recently. Be careful not to double dip on that. Definitely, read the label and follow the instructions.”

David Sturgeon, DVM, operates a pre-conditioning yard in Cordell, Okla., where he raises high-stress, commingled calves with unknown backgrounds.

“There’s a good chance a percentage of them could either be below normal levels or at the low end of their trace minerals,” Sturgeon reports. “Using injectable trace minerals is a good way to make sure we start that set of calves, so our vaccines perform closer to the way we expect them to. We know we can optimize their performance in terms of growth and immune function.”

He advises producers to check with their local veterinarian or extension expert to learn if their area has trace mineral deficiencies. Animals with marginal trace mineral levels quickly become deficient during stress events, resulting in a poor immune response and illness.

Sturgeon noticed trace mineral deficiency symptoms in his cattle 20 years ago. They had poor reproduction rates, and some calves experienced extra bleeding at castration, a sure sign of copper deficiency. He reports poor hair coats, slow growth rates and susceptibility to infectious disease are much more common in these calves. In his search for a suitable trace mineral solution, he tried several products but was dissatisfied with the results.

“I went to an Academy Of Veterinary Consultants meeting,” Sturgeon recalls. “Multimin [representatives] showed their research, and I decided to try it. Once I did, I never quit using it.”

In Newcastle, Okla., L.D. Barker, DVM, recommends injecting trace minerals in the neck, a handbreadth away from other injections. Better yet, inject vaccinations and injectable minerals on opposite sides of the neck. Thanks to trace mineral injections, his stocker calf health program is more consistent, providing adequate immune responses in calves. He strives to enhance calf health and performance and to minimize expenses. Barker suggests operators invest on the front end to get a return on the back end. When he ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 78

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 76 first used trace mineral injections, he reduced pull rates from 50 to 60 percent down to below 17. Death losses also dropped from 12 percent to under five.

“With Multimin, we see healthier calves respond to the first treatment so much better,” Barker explains. “We’re reducing retreats by two-thirds. It’s so essential for animals to overcome infection. They respond to treatment much better and are turned out quicker. It diminishes your cost of antibiotics. I feel really good about the tools and technology we have today to minimize our issues and problems. It has reduced a lot of frustration and economic losses by having a product we know will get all those animals on the same page and maximize their response performance. It’s cost-justified from that standpoint.”

Scott Williamson also raises stocker calves in the Texas counties of Jones and Baylor, and the headquarters is located between Anson and Stamford. At $2 a head, Multimin is an affordable tool for his management strategy. When his stockers reach a healthy trace mineral status, death loss is significantly reduced.

“I have experienced reduced labor from pulls and calves are going to take to feed faster and gain faster, particularly the ones that you reduced illnesses in,” Williamson reports.

“In the big scheme of things, that cost is so minimal, and the returns on that animal so huge, that it is a necessary staple in my processing battery.”

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Unexpected Ally Assemblywoman crosses geographic lines in the name of good governance

by CCA Director of Communications Jenna Chandler

Born in Juarez, Mexico and a school teacher by trade, since being elected in 2016, Democrtatic Assemblymember Blanca Rubio (Baldwin Park), has been a powerhouse in the California state legislature. Championing causes such as domestic violence prevention, family and children’s issues, foster care and job creation, she has already made an indelible mark on the Golden State; and continues to do so today.

But unlike many of the other legislators featured previously, Rubio’s district isn’t very rural, in fact, it’s almost entirely urban. That doesn’t mean her support is any less important, however. In fact, it makes this city-dwelling water expert’s ear all the more crucial to bend for rural communities, CCA and producers back on the ranch.

The 48th Assembly District that Rubio represents sits just northwest of Los Angeles in the San Gabriel Valley and includes the cities of Azusa, Baldwin Park, Ramona and Monrovian among others. Largely urban, it is a district heavy in manufacturing and construction, but not necessarily in cattle production.

Agriculture isn’t totally absent from the district though, especially in the northernmost region, heading up toward the San Gabriel Mountains. Of the 88 cities in Los Angeles County that contain urban agriculture, 41 percent are located within the San Gabriel Valley. The 48th district’s thriving urban farms raise small livestock such as fowl, goats, pigs and bees as well as fruits, vegetables and nursery plants.

Although she doesn’t represent the largest agricultural district in the state, Assemblywoman Rubio is intimately familiar with one issue that the beef cattle industry and agriculture in general consistently face—water, and her history and knowledge on the subject are vast, making her a key ally for CCA and all of California’s water using residents alike.

Before serving in the state legislature, Assemblywoman Rubio cut her teeth on water policy as a board member of the Valley County Water District, combatting issues such as groundwater contaminated with Nitrosodimenthlamine (NDMA), a component of liquid rocket fuel, and balancing the needs of both rural and urban water users of the 80 California Cattleman July • August 2018

region. Her work on the contentious issue of water didn’t stop there, though, and continues today as a member of the Assembly Committee on Water, Parks and Wildlife; a major driver of her contact with CCA as she continues to seek understanding of the agricultural perspectives surrounding water issues.

Her passion for uncovering and understanding all perspectives and stakeholders has gone beyond just water issues though.

When asked what she has learned since coming to the legislature, she commented on the sheer breadth of topics members must legislate on.

“Just the other day...we were discussing bees and how people are stealing them to pollenate their own crops. I had no idea that something like this would become an issue. We also heard a bill on migratory birds, another issue I never thought we would have legislation on. When you combine these with human services, water, transportation, housing, education, banking, public safety, economic development, etc., the list really goes on and on. So, I have learned that I need to be a quick learner and have access to reliable sources of information in order to make sound policy determinations.”

And that’s where CCA comes in—to be there and be a respected, reliable source of that information.

“I take my role as a policymaker very seriously. Yes, as Assemblymembers we are elected to represent our individual districts, however when I got to Sacramento I came to quickly realize that the decisions we make impact the entire state. Being from Los Angeles, I had a lot to learn when it came to issues affecting California’s agricultural industry and CCA has been a great source of information,” she said.

And that open exchange of ideas and willingness to listen has already been of assistance to the association on one particular issue surrounding the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA).

When the federal government announced the loosening of its enforcement of the MBTA, the California state legislature considered a bill to absorb some of those regulations and enforcement on the state level.

Assemblywoman Rubio’s understanding and support on the issue was integral in helping CCA address landowner and producer concerns related to birds that fall under the treaty. In part due to her recognition of the environmental and habitat preservation of grasslands by working ranches, as well as her appreciation of the ecological benefits of grazing, two amendments of particular interest to ranchers were secured. One ensured that birds destroying or harming livestock would not be subject to additional state depredation permit requirements, and the other protected ranchers in the event of an accidental take of a protected bird while performing lawful and routine agriculture practices.

Without her willingness to step outside of the box of an urban legislator, this would not have been possible.

And stepping outside of the box, says CCA’s Vice President of Government Affairs Justin Oldfield, isn’t just for legislators, but is imperative for the association too.

“CCA must form relationships with members of the legislature that do not directly represent ranchers if we want to be successful,” says Oldfield. “We are always grateful for rural legislators that can speak to the direct impacts laws have on their ranching constituents, but the reality is that the legislature—and the state—are much more diverse, so forging new relationships with urban representatives whose constituents are our consumers is absolutely imperative. Assemblywoman Rubio makes this easy and has without-a-doubt worked diligently to better understand and help address the issues our members face on a day-to-day basis.”

And the successes we have already achieved with her help, such as the one regarding the MBTA, have proved Oldfield correct.

But it’s not only the Assemblymembers that can learn from ranchers, producers can learn from them too,

especially when it comes to having rancher voices heard in the halls of the state Capitol.

Assemblywoman Blanca says that the most impactful thing that ranchers can do when it comes to impacting policy change is to just show up.

“I always tell people when I meet with them that it is a lot harder for legislators to vote against you if they can tie a face to the issue. Participating in lobby days and engaging with legislative offices is crucial in getting your position communicated.”

But the political arena can be a tough place, and in a state like California with increasing urban encroachment, it’s not surprising that cattle producers often have their boxing gloves ready when it comes to interactions on certain topics and with certain urban legislators.

CCA’s experience with Assemblywoman Rubio and others, though, proves that sometimes that more confrontational approach warrants a second look. There seems to be some common ground and when both sides are committed to finding it, great things are possible.

According to CCA President Dave Daley, Oroville, that common ground isn’t hard to find when dealing with a member like Assemblywoman Rubio.

“Blanca is an energetic and straight shooting member of the Assembly, and has been willing to work with CCA on many issues – even though she represents an urban district. The fun part of working with Blanca is that she will tell you what she thinks – no games! And she is willing to challenge traditional thought and expectations. As CCA producers it is important to have representatives like Blanca who think out of the box and are not simply willing to go along to get along.”

And as an industry full of straight shooters, it couldn’t be more appreciated!

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3 STEPS WHEN FINDING A LIVESTOCK PREDATOR KILL

by Tracy Schohr, UCCE Livestock and Natural Resources Advisor, Plumas, Sierra and Butte counties During a presentation by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife at the recent CCA Midyear Meeting in Redding, the topic of taking of bear and mountain lions on ranches arose and there was some confusion on the topic. The following clarifies the rules that ranchers must follow when and if they find it necessary to kill a bear or mountain lion on their property.

Predation is a growing concern across rural counties with mountain lions, bears, coyotes and now wolves in the landscape. When you encounter a livestock kill at your home ranch, on leased pasture or out on a wide open allotment, it is important to take critical steps to preserve the site so a formal investigation can take place.

1. If you suspect predation, because you’ve seen signs of a recent predator, call: • Kent Laudon, Wolf Specialist, Department of Fish and Wildlife - 530-215-0751 • Wildlife Services State Office (916) 979-2675 • Jim Shuler, North District Supervisor, Wildlife Services, (530) 336-5623 • Game Warden Dispatch (916) 358-1312 • N. Central Regional Office – CA Department of Fish and Wildlife, (916)-358-2900 2. If you don’t immediately suspect predation when initially inspecting the site, follow the steps below: • Minimize your own impacts. Watch where you step and do not step on any signs (e.g. tracks). The fewer steps you make the better!

• If you happen to discover tracks while initially inspecting the carcass, cover them with a can, pot, bucket, etc. to protect them.

• Take a picture of carcass and surrounding areas.

• Mark location with camera picture, flagging or GPS -

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this can be helpful for investigators to find the site.

• Protect the scene by restricting people, dogs and livestock from disturbing evidence.

• The carcass should be protected by covering with a tarp to avoid further feeding on the carcass.

3. Officially report incident to the Department of Fish and Wildlife: • Wildlife Incident Reporting System at https://apps. wildlife.ca.gov/wir.

This will provide a formal record of the incident.

Such reports may result in the issuance of a depredation permit (permit to take animals creating property damage) for designated species requiring a depredation permit by California Codes and Regulations (this does NOT include wolves).

Additional Information It is imperative to contact California Department of Fish and Wildlife and USDA Wildlife Services to investigate potential livestock depredations. Depending on schedules, representatives from one or both agencies may conduct the investigation. During their visit, investigators will search the carcass site and surrounding area for predator sign, including tracks, hair and scat. Therefore, it is important to preserve the site with the steps listed above. The investigators will closely examine the carcass for injuries, bite marks and tissue damage patterns. Upon completion of the investigation, a ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 84

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 82 “Livestock Loss Determination” report will be completed.

Following an investigation that has confirmed a livestock loss from a mountain lion, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife shall issue depredation permits when requested by ranchers. Furthermore, Section 4807 of the Fish and Game Code states: “Any mountain lion that is encountered while in the act of pursuing, inflicting injury to, or killing livestock, or domestic animals, may be taken immediately by the owner of the property or the owner’s employee or agent. The taking shall be reported within 72 hours to the department.”

The department will conduct an investigation of the depredation, including the situation and the entire mountain lion. Upon satisfactorily completing the investigation, the department shall issue a permit confirming that the requirements of this section have been met with respect to the particular mountain lion taken under these circumstances. For more information on mountain lion depredation visit - www.wildlife.ca.gov/ Conservation/Mammals/Mountain-Lion/Depredation.

If a bear has been found to cause livestock depredation, the California Department of Fish and

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Wildlife can issue a depredation permit outside of the bear hunting season. Furthermore, Section 4181.1 of the Fish and Game Code states: “that any bear that is encountered while in the act of inflicting injury to, molesting, or killing, livestock may be taken immediately by the owner of the livestock or the owner’s employee if the taking is reported no later than the next working day to the department and the carcass is made available to the department.” For more information on Black Bear depredation, go to www. wildlife.ca.gov/Conservation/Mammals/Black-Bear/ Depredation.

If wolves are present, ranchers can non-injuriously haze wolves near livestock. “Non-injurious harassment is allowed when wolves are within 0.25 mile of livestock, or within 100 yards of a dwelling, agricultural structure, campsite, or commercial facility.” Additionally, there are non-lethal deterrents that may work in certain circumstance to prevent further depredations of livestock by wolves.

At this time, there is no compensation for ranchers who experience livestock loss from a wolf in California.

Reporting losses from wolves will help document impacts.

For additional information, including tools to discourage wolf presence and legal protections visit www.wildlife. ca.gov/conservation/mammals/gray-wolf.

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by CCW First Vice President Callie Borror In April, California Cattlewomen had the honor of hosting the American National Cattlewomen Region VI meeting in Monterey with members attending from Arizona, Utah, Nevada, Washington, Montana, Minnesota, California and Australia. Monday, April 23, was kicked off with breakfast together prior to everyone boarding the tour bus as we set out on agricultural tours throughout Monterey County. Attendees had the opportunity to tour Bengard Produce, Hahn Family Wines and the Garlinger Ranch. The Bengard family double crops 3,500 acres, which includes growing lettuce, broccoli, romaine green leaf and red leaf lettuce, cauliflower, celery and kale. The fields are located within fifteen minutes or less from the cooler. Tom and Terry Bengard’s children Bardin, Tom and Tracy explained their produce operation and granddaughter Bridget took us on a tour and overview of the packing area and explained how the produce is inspected as it arrives from the field. We had the honor of having NCBA President Kevin Kester, Parkfield, with us.

Kevin is a fifth generation rancher who runs a cow/calf and winegrape operation.

Kester shared that the NCBA Washington, D.C., office staff is at the White House at least twice a month. They are working on resetting the EPA on the Waters of the U.S. NCBA is in a very strong financial growing membership position. Kester shared that he serves on the Ag Policy board, and that they are getting close with NAFTA to be formally renogiated and signed.

The second stop was Hahn Family Wines. We took the scenic route along fields of lettuce, broccoli and other vegetables to get to Hahn Winery. Hahn Winery

was started in 1981 by Nicky and wife Gaby Hahn as they grew cabernet sauvignon grapes. The vineyard was named after his daughter Caroline. The Salinas valley has a huge wind factor, as it picks up in the afternoon.

The valley floor is where the leafy greens are grown and the hills are home to the vineyards.

Hahn Family Wines has four different vineyards: Lone Oak, Doctor, Smith and Hook. Hahn is the only family owned winery that owns property in the northern and the southern areas of Monterey County. It was shared that each vintage is put into new French oak barrels. Hahn has a 500,000 case production and a staff of 24 fulltime employees, the staff increases to 50 at harvest. The Hahn brand is distributed nationwide and in 27 countries.

Following the tour everyone participated in a hosted tasting of five wines, which was accompanied by a plate of cheeses and crackers while overlooking the Salinas Valley from the Tasting Room Deck.

Joanie Ketchum of the Garlinger Ranch was our tour guide at the Garlinger Ranch. The operation was started in 1866 by her grandparents when they came to Salinas. ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 86 Known by CCA and CCW members for their quality cattle operations, the Bengard family’s Bengard Ranch is also a large produce company, which taught ANCW members a great deal about the diversity of California agriculture.

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The Monterey County CattleWomen and Cattlemen hosted a reception in the Turf Club on the Monterey County Fairgrounds. The reception was a great time for all of those in attendance to just reflect on the day of tours and catch up with new and old friends.

Keynote Speaker Jeremy Bates spoke on the topic of Change Now. He started off his talk with seeing in myself and seeing the potential. Also, for us to realize that the time on this earth is limited. It is crucial for all of us to realize what you say in life and how you operate.

He encouraged all of us to take a sample of the current state of yourself. We were all encouraged to challenge our beliefs and our current ways of thinking. It is best to discover the best ways while overcoming challenges. We were encouraged to find ourselves and those who are the most unlike you and your will learn more. It is best to close the gap between what you know and don’t know.

California was proud to have their very own Celeste Settrini, Salinas, come and talk about “Who am I” and how we all need to take the time to share our story. Celeste shared that she and her family didn’t want to sell their property. She and her family have worked many years for the land. It was with the information that Celeste knew that she wanted to be a spokesperson. She realized that a voice needed to be heard for the ranchers. She encouraged us to snap a picture, and be sure to tell your why and what you believe in.

Other speakers were Frank Mitloehner, Ph.D., a UC Davis Professor, Jenny Lester Moffitt, California Department of Food and Ag Undersecretary, and Henry Gonzales, a local Ag Commissioner.

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Women of the West inspire future generations by limiting limitations

by CCA Office Administrator Katie Roberti

In the second grade, Mollie Dorrance Lambert, Salinas, was asked a common question for a school project.

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” She answered, “a rancher.” A few decades later after finishing college, doing some traveling and working out of state, Lambert is now back on her family’s diversified cattle operation. She works full-time for Dorrance Ranches alongside her family on the same property in the Salinas Valley they’ve had since Lambert’s grandparents traded for it in 1945.

“This is where my heart always was and where I always knew I wanted to be,” Lambert says.

From a young age, Lambert recalls that her parents never put any pressure on her or her brothers to come back to the ranch.

“It’s a testament to the childhood we had and to the family business that two of us came back to the ranch on our own,” Lambert says.

Whether it’s building fence, clearing roads or managing the bookkeeping, some may be intimidated by the work Lambert does on the ranch. However, Lambert says she never saw being a rancher as something she couldn’t do as she grew up watching role models, such as her mom, work right alongside other men and women in the industry.

“To this day, I think my mom is one of the hardest working people around,” Lambert says. “She’s where she’s at because she worked for it, and that’s such an inspiration.”

Along with watching her mom work hard and succeed, Lambert says the support from the men in her family gives her the confidence that she can learn to do anything she puts her mind to.

“Working along the side of my mom, my dad, my uncle, and my brother, there is encouragement to learn,” Lambert says.

Since the day she started working on the ranch, Lambert says her dad has included her in meetings and decisions, and taught her, as well as her brother, Clifton Dorrance, new skills on the ranch, no matter what they are interested in learning.

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“He tries to limit the limitations for us wanting to learn these different skills and I appreciate that,” Lambert says.

“Clifton and I are very fortunate, the generations before us acquired and built something that can sustain and we are able to come in where we can still learn.”

Lambert considers it a blessing to be able to learn and work with her family, including her husband, Sam, who in addition to working full-time for a seed company helps her on weekends.

While Lambert’s situation and upbringing may be unique to those outside of agriculture, she doesn’t stand alone on the list of strong, hardworking women who grew up watching and learning from the earlier generations in California’s beef business. With her parents running a cow-calf ranch and dad also working as an order buyer, CCA Second Vice President Cindy Tews, Fresno, says she experienced and learned the value of jumping in and having the eagerness to learn at a young age.

Getting up early to travel or ship cattle with her dad, Phil Tews, along with becoming a producer at a young age helped instill her “love of the land and livestock.”

After 12 years of working for a veterinary hospital, Cindy went to work for her dad in 1997 at the Fresno Livestock Commission, which she now co-owns with him, in addition to running cows and calves in Clovis.

Along with the willingness to learn, whether it be working in the office or outside with the livestock, Tews

recognizes she has had support as a female to make a career in the industry.

“I had people that believed in me when I was first getting started in the industry,” Tews says.

Much like Lambert looked up to her mom working as a rancher, Tews says she learned from watching other women be successful in the industry, such as Nancy Robinson, who at the time was the Government and Industry Vice Chair for the Livestock Marketing Association. Just by watching Robinson be a prepared and active leader, Tews says she learned how to lobby and was inspired to start engaging in public speaking.

Today, when she can get away from the market and managing her own cattle, Tews also participates in many leadership opportunities in the industry including serving as a CCA officer. She is passionate about communicating what this

industry does through lobbying efforts, as well as encouraging the upcoming generations to get involved.

“My favorite part is seeing the up-and-comers,” Tews says. “I love seeing young people get a spark of the can-do attitude, both men and women, but especially women.”

On Saturdays, two of Tews’ nieces come work with her at the Fresno Livestock Commission and are learning skills in each department of the business while getting ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 92

“Set your eye on the goal you want to achieve and there will be people who open the door for you....But realize that you’ll have to carry your own suitcase.”

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“I had a conversation with my mom because I didn’t know if I could do it,” Rita says. “She [Nellie] referenced my father saying, ‘It’s not that big of a deal, just do it.’”

Rita now serves as CBCIA president and has served on the board of directors for the Red Angus Association of America, just as her father did.

“You just have to step up and do it,” Nellie says. “You have to stay involved in the industry or you just aren’t current.”

Naturally, the fourth generation of McPhee Red Angus learned the importance of stepping up and being involved in the industry at young ages through taking care of their own herds, and are now leading as they have learned to by watching their family do so over the years.

All three of the grandkids involved in the ranch, Anna Miller, and Royce and Rose McPhee, have served on the California Junior Livestock Association junior board.

At just the age of 14, Rose is already committed to showing livestock and dedicates much of her time to excelling with her animals.

Additionally, Royce and Anna have both served on the Junior Red Angus board of directors, while each pursuing degrees in agriculture.

Just as every family business does, Rita says working on the ranch has its ups and downs, but at the end of the day she realizes not many families have the opportunity to do what they have been doing for decades.

“We must love this to keep going at it and it does give a lot of rewards,” Nellie says.

While not always recognized, having women and men working together and serving as role models for the next generations on ranches is a reward the livestock industry has been lucky to have, and with the help of families like the Dorrances, Tews and McPhees, this model will continue to for years to come.

experience in the industry. She encourages her nieces and young people in general to start diving into the industry and becoming active.

Tews believes with the opportunities in agriculture only increasing, there are more and more opportunities for women in the beef business who are willing to work hard.

“Set your eye on the goal you want to achieve and there will still be people who open the door for you.”

Tews says. “But know that you’ll have to carry your own suitcase.”

Just as Tews is finding ways to involve the young members of her family, McPhee Red Angus has and continues to incorporate the upcoming generations into the family Red Angus operation in Lodi that Roy and Nellie Mcphee started in 1971.

Although Roy passed away in 2007, Nellie, along with three of their kids and now their grandkids, keeps the family business going with Roy’s vision and what he created.

“It really is special that they are here to help me and keep this ranch going,” Nellie says.

Daughter of Nellie and Roy, Rita, says she, like Lambert and Tews, always wanted to stay involved in the ranch. Today she is involved with everything on the ranches from managing the cattle bookkeeping to irrigating.

Along with following her parent’s work ethic, Rita has followed a path of leadership in the industry much like her father’s. Roy served in numerous leadership positions in the beef industry, such as serving on the California Beef Cattle Improvement Association (CBCIA) and as president of the board of directors for the Red Angus Association of America.

When the opportunity for Rita to join the CBCIA officer team came, she was at first apprehensive.

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Women who know their way around the ranch and are excited to share their passion for the western way of life.

Editor’s Note: this is the third in a three-part series featuring longrunning beef promotion and ranching advocacy efforts made by individual units of California CattleWomen, Inc. In one of California’s most populated tourist destinations, few people – including locals – know about the rich western heritage San Diego County claims. But the San Diego CowBelles have a longtime mission of helping them understand and appreciate not just where their food comes from but also the dedication that it took to get that food to their dinner table.

With nearly 3.5 million people county-wide, San Diego CowBelles have their work cut out for them if they want to reach such a diverse audience.

That’s why shortly after the group’s inception in 1953, the hardworking group of passionate beef lovers set up a booth at the San Diego County Fair in Delmar in 1954 for more than a month to spread their message to the masses.

Betty Ann Tulloch, a founding member of the local California CattleWomen’s unit, which was created

in 1953, said there was no better place, perhaps even statewide, to reach a captive audience that obviously had some interest in the county’s rural roots.

Today, nearly 65 years later, the group has crossed paths with an estimated 1. 6 million consumers each year during the duration of the fair.

“With each passing year we have gained more and more support from the fair to keep our booth there,” Tulloch said. “It was more successful than any of us could have imagined.”

“People in the area today don’t realize just how deep ranching roots run in the San Diego area and this is a chance for us to change that and help them appreciate what farmers and ranchers do for them,” Tulloch said.

Debbie Torres, Fallbrook, who also serves as the state chairman for Ag in

the Classroom says the shear number of passersby makes the success of their booth unprecedented.

“In the early years, it was an awful lot of work for our group to pull off,” Torres said. “From booth setup to booth contents alone, it was a gigantic undertaking, let alone to schedule ladies to man the booth for a month.”

Today the fair organizers make the legwork a little less cumbersome as they help with booth setup and storage each year. Torres says the fair also schedules time slots for the cattlewomen to take the stage each week throughout the fair.

This is where the CowBelles put on an informational skit or program for the public.

“To have a captive audience ...CONTINUED ON PAGE 96

Founding San Diego County CowBelles Member Betty Ann Tulloch in the 2014 San Diego County Fair booth.

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...CONTINUED FROM PAGE 94 listening to our message is invaluable,” Torres says. “You never know how your message might resonate with a child or their parents.”

Torres herself can relate to the influence the event can have on youth.

Now a longtime steer project leader in the 4-H program, Torres was introduced to the beef industry by her own daughter who took a liking to agriculture, pushing her and her late husband Nick to get involved.

“Our family was exactly the kind of family that needs to attend fairs and western events,” Torres said. “This is one reason I am so proud of what our unit accomplishes each summer at the fair.”

Because the San Diego County Fair is such an integral part of agriculture in San Diego County, the CowBelles have made the booth their main beef promotion focus each year, giving out thousands of beef brochures and teaching about ranch practices. Torres says the California Beef Council is a great asset to their booth, supplying posters and pamphlets for the public to take home.

In addition to the booth being their Poncetti says. “It gives us each a chance main beef promotion event each year, to get involved and we each come away the stage time they are provided is their better off for the time we have spend chief Ag in the Classroom event where sharing our lifestyle with the public.” they are not in your run-ofthe-mill classroom teaching children but also teaching parents in attendance.

Current booth chairman for the unit is Sue Poncetti who has coordinated the fair efforts for the past few years.

“It is a huge event for us and something we are very proud of,” Poncetti said. “I don’t think anyone who takes on this job knows what they are in for but the outcome is very rewarding.”

With nearly every member of the unit taking an opportunity (or many opportunities) to man the booth throughout the fair each June, it is one of the most inclusive cattlewomen’s projects in the state.

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by CCA Director of Communications Jenna Chandler Almost 300 Cattle Feeders across the West converged as Brazil and Mexico joined the party and imparted unique on San Diego this May to take advantage of sunny weather, perspectives from the feeding industry south of the US beautiful beachy views and the great program that the 2018 border, reminding everyone that while certain details may CA/AZ Cattle Feeders Meeting had to offer. Members change, the global industry as a whole shares common issues of the California Feeder Council, Arizona Cattle Feeders’ and concerns, even from half a world away.

Association, industry professionals and guests made their On day two, things truly got down to business and the way to the coast for two days of news, networking and new unique lineup did not disappoint. techniques.

It was a full day of a veritable “who’s who” of industry The Marriott Marquis San Diego was as lovely as ever and speakers, even featuring NCBA President and California the meeting just as engaging. native, Kevin Kester, who dropped by to give a policy update For the second year in a row, the first day kicked off with from Washington D.C. the Cattle Feeder’s Symposium. With its newly-expanded After a hearty breakfast, CCA Feeder Council Chair Mike lineup thanks to generous sponsors, guests enjoyed 6 lighting- Smith of Selma, officially kicked off the meeting, welcoming round, 30 minute, information-packed sessions. everyone before handing the mic over to the Manager of Topics such as Sustainability Through a Healthy Rumen Operations and Analyst Services for Cattle-Fax, Duane Lenz. and the administration of Flunixin meglumine joined Beef market overview and outlook dominated the updates on feed yard research field trials. Even talk of recent morning sessions as Ashley McDonald of the National developments in polled Holstein genetics was discussed. In Cattlemen’s Beef Association followed Lenz and discussed fact, attendance was so good that it was standing room only, the framework for the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef even after more chairs were delivered! and Dr. Gary C. Smith, Board of Directors for Food Safety After the jam packed Symposium wrapped up, everyone Net Services and Distinguished Professor Emeritus at headed over to the Knotty Barrel for the welcome reception.

Colorado State University spoke on consumer interest drivers Good eats and drinks were, of course, on hand and guests of the past and present. even got to enjoy a rather unique dining experience for those Although specific discussion topics ran the gamut, the in the beef industry—the relatively infamous and heatedly overall theme of the day seemed to be the ever changing discussed “impossible burger” was there for a taste test (for a attitudes of those very consumers. more in depth look at the issue of “fake meat,” turn to page Analyzing consumer interest drivers from the past to the 44). present seemed to be a perfect segue into a discussion of the Although both literally and figuratively hard to swallow for global beef trade in the “Trump Trade World” with Brett some, CCA President Dave Daley’s thoughts the following Stuart of Global AgriTrends. day summed up the overall feeling for many in attendance, Of course, when talking about consumer attitudes, one “We can’t fight something we don’t know anything about.” So, the “burgers” were poked, proded, inspected and tested, and deep discussions were sparked about the controversial new product.

But beyond the food and beyond a fake burger, it was the company that made the reception. A great time to network with friends and clients from out of town, guests enjoyed not only the appetizers but good conversation. This networking was made even more valuable by the diverse group of guests Cattle Feeder Symposium with panelists Eric Mittenthal with North American Meat Institute, in attendance.

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particular consumer group always seems to take the forefront, millennials.

And this time was no different.

CCA President and Associate Dean of the College of Agriculture at California State University, Chico, Dave Daley gave a thought-provoking talk about the perceptions of beef, particularly by millennials, and what producers, feeders and packers can do to understand and improve that.

“His insight and use of polls of recent students and political leaders really brought us back down to Earth and reminded me that we have our homework to do. We are both speaking different languages…We as cattlemen better learn their language in the short term. Key issues we rank high on the list might not be the same for them,” Jesse Larios of Foster Feed Yard said of Daley’s presentation.

After lunch, things got down to the meatiest topic at the meeting—fake meat—and the North American Meat Institute’s Vice President of Public Affairs, Eric Mitthenthal was there to address it. Clarifying the terms, current status and marketing strategies of the so called “meat alternatives,” Mitthenthal was able to help attendees better understand what they are up against, what they can do about it now and what they may be facing in the future.

His take home, though? Real meat is here to stay. Consumer confidence in the product is high. Yes, during certain times and for certain reasons consumption may wax and wane, but this has been the trend for years and when studies show that 95 percent of Americans enjoy meat, that isn’t likely going to change any time soon.

The San Diego adventure didn’t end after the jam packed day. For dinner, attendees boarded shuttles and headed a few blocks over to the USS Midway, an authentic, decommissioned Navy aircraft carrier, the largest of its class until 1955 and a ship that remained in active service until 1991.

In addition to the luxurious meal (featuring what else but beef of course) and the unique atmosphere, guests were able to slide into the Memorial Day weekend with an apropos dinner speaker, a representative from the non-profit organization Ranchin’ Vets.

A program aiming to serve those that serve, Ranchin’ Vets provides veterans hands on experience in agriculture and offers support to them in their new civilian careers, combatting high veteran unemployment rates.

CCA has been involved with the program for a number of years on the producer side and representatives spoke about getting veterans involved in the feeding sector as well—maybe not always a first thought for some.

Full on beef and a good time, guests headed back to the hotel to get fully rested for the next day’s events.

On Friday morning, after another scrumptious beef breakfast and transportation update from Josh White of NCBA, Arizona and California board meetings concluded the impactful event.

When asked what the one biggest takeaway from the 2018 CA/AZ Feeder Meeting, Larios had this to say: “Dave Daley said it, “It’s not your grandfather’s feed yard anymore.” As much as we keep working on issues, our work will never be done. We live in an industry that is constantly changing and we must continue to use opportunities like this meeting …to embrace political and social issues that impact our ever changing industry.”

And according to Feeder Council Vice Chair Trevor Freitas of Mendes Calf Ranch, it’s not just feeders who should attend the meeting.

There is something for everyone. “It covers a lot more than feeders and the quality of speakers is really high,” he said.

With an ever expanding world-wide consumer base for U.S. beef, global trends and impacts are hard to ignore, even for the cow-calf producer back on the ranch. And even more of a reason to attend the CA/AZ Feeder Meeting…feeder or not!

The California Cattlemen’s Association would like to extend its sincere gratitude to the sponsors, speakers and attendees that made this year’s meeting a great success. Next year’s meeting is scheduled for May 23-24, 2019. For information on sponsorship or attendance, please contact Lisa Brendlen in the CCA office at 916-444-0845 or lisa@calcattlemen.org. We hope to see you there!

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NCBA’s Ashley McDonald and UC Davis’ Alison Van Eenennaam, Ph.D., addressed participants.

NCBA President Kevin Kester, one of California’s own, represented NCBA at the meeting.

A large number of feeders attended the joint California/Arizona meeting.

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WELL TRAVELED CONFERENCE GRADUATES PREPARED TO ADVOCATE FOR THE BEEF COMMUNITY from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Following a 10-day tour showcasing every facet of the beef industry, 61 emerging beef leaders successfully completed NCBA’s 2018 Young Cattlemen’s Conference (YCC), sponsored by Corteva Agriscience, Elanco, Farm Credit, Five Rivers Cattle Feeding, John Deere, Tyson and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Now in its 39th year, YCC is designed to develop and train the next generation of ranchers, beef producers, and advocates. The group began its journey in Denver, Colo., with classroom sessions designed to provide background knowledge about NCBA and the work it conducts on behalf of its members and the beef community.

In Denver, participants took part in leadership development sessions, media training, and hands-on demonstrations of NCBA’s consumer marketing programs.

The group made a visit to Greeley, Colo., to tour Five Rivers Cattle Feeding’s Kuner Feedyard, the JBS processing plant and an opportunity to meet with the executive team at JBS Headquarters. Prior to leaving Denver, participants also stopped at one of Safeway’s flagship stores to learn more about beef marketing at the retail level, giving the group an in-depth understanding of every aspect of the beef supply chain.

“We really strive to give participants the full view of the industry,” said NCBA President-Elect Jennifer Houston, who also participated in the tour. “We know and expect that these individuals are going to go back to their state associations and become leaders within those organizations that are so important to the success of the beef community.”

Visits in Chicago included stops at Hillshire Farms and the new McDonald’s global headquarters office. Participants also gained a behind the scenes look at the manufacturing facilities of OSI, Inc., one of the nation’s premier beef patty manufacturers.

The 2018 YCC class wrapped up in Washington, D.C., where participants learned about the impacts of public policy on their operations. After an in-depth briefing from NCBA’s lobbyists and policy experts, participants took to Capitol Hill, visiting more than 200 congressional offices to advocate for industry policy priorities.

“Those farmers and ranchers out here from states spanning the nation, from Hawaii to Pennsylvania, have told 100 California Cattleman July • August 2018

their stories over the course of the past week,” said 2018 YCC Chair Will Mayfield. “Getting into the offices of our elected officials on Capitol Hill to explain how these policies impact our operations is incredible.”

CCA member Sam Avila, Fresno, summed up his experience on the tour in one word: Awesome.

“I had seen many individual facets of the tour over the span of my career, but to see it all in sequence and to see the amount of work NCBA does for all of us in the industry was truly inspiring,” Avila said. “I am grateful for the opportunity.”

CCA was represented on NCBA’s Young Cattlemen’s Conference Tour by Sam Avila, Fresno and John Moiola, Brawley. John Dickinson, Sacramento, also attended representing the Angus Foundation.

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by CCA Director of Communications Jenna Chandler Temperatures rose in Redding as cowboy hats and boots descended on the Win River Casino Resort for the 2018 CCA/CCW Midyear Meeting. Heat didn’t stop attendees though. With a record number of midyear meetomg registrations, temperature wasn’t the only thing increasing, but excitement at the new location, allowing many northern members to attend the meeting who usually don’t because of distance.

Registration opened bright and early on Wednesday morning and no time was wasted getting down to business.

In the CCA Public Lands Committee department updates were first on the docket. Genevieve Rasmussen and Alan Bittner of the Bureau of Land Management and Tom Frolli of the U.S. Forest Service Southwest Region provided updates about their respective agencies.

Clearly a reflection of the current administration in Washington, D.C., both updates were uncharacteristically optimistic. Both agencies discussed efforts to reform and streamline the National Environmental Policy Act and cut back on the red tape that often derails grazing efforts.

The committee also received a grazing research update from. Ken Tate, Ph.D., and Leslie Roche, Ph.D., of UC Cooperative Extension.

For the general session, important industry updates were on the menu. Allison Rivera, Executive Director of Government Affairs for NCBA gave an ELD update as well as some thoughts about the future of the Farm Bill, with hopes of passage soon. Randy Blach, CEO of CattleFAX presented an overview and outlook of the beef industry and market trends for the year. Aubrey Bettencourt, State Director for the USDA Farm Services Agency also stopped by and gave an update on the Federal Disaster Assistance Program.

A few other meetings and then the real fun began.

New to the Midyear gathering this year was the welcome dinner/dance featuring an auction benefitting Cattle-PAC. This auction, aimed at making up resources on the off year of the Harris Ranch Cattle-PAC event, helped to raise critical legislative education and advocacy funds, especially important in this midterm election year.

Giants tickets, 49ers tickets, a hand carved cuff made

by Chet Vogt, a stunning redwood slab table made by Sonoma-Marin rancher Michael Furlong, and arguably the cutest item, a female mcnabb/border collie cross puppy were all on the auction block. Wade Lacque of the Orland Livestock Commission took over auctioneering duties for the night as generous bids (both from the live and silent auctions) made possible the continuing work of 102 California Cattleman July • August 2018

Cattle-PAC. Before the Buck Ford Band kicked off their set, there was a surprise in store. In fact, it happened to be a very special guest’s birthday. Ellington Peek turned 90 and was surprised with the birthday song louder than the band and a cake large enough for legendary personality it was honoring.

On day two, after a scrumptious breakfast, meetings commenced.

In the CCA Cattle Health and Well Being Committee Dennis Wilson, DVM, and Kent Fowler, DVM, both of the California Department of Food and Agriculture, addressed the group. Wilson gave an update on the State Antibiotic Program and discussed the results of a recent study of cow-calf producers on antibiotic use. .

Fowler spoke to the future of the mandatory brucellosis vaccination program, segueing into a CCA policy discussion on the topic.

A resolution was passed to move brucellosis protocol to voluntary, as opposed to the currently mandatory regulation. CCA will continue to encourage the vaccination of intact female animals but moved to make vaccination voluntary. The resolution will be further discussed at convention in November. Producers are encouraged to continue to engage on the issue.

The CCA Property Rights and Environmental Management Committee had vigorous discussion. Paul Souza, regional director for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service introduced himself to membership and provided a brief agency update. Most notably, Souza suggested that USFWS is poised to once again propose delisting the gray wolf from the federal endangered species list—a statement met with loud applause from the committee.

The committee meeting also featured a panel on wildlife, fuels management and prescribed burns moderated by CCA President Dave Daley.

Jeff Stoddard of California Department of Fish and Wildlife provided an often-contentious update on deer and elk populations, mountain lions and gray wolves.

Finally, the committee adopted interim policy forming a Wolf Policy Subcommittee which will be heard before the committee again in November for ratification.

After a quick lunch, Agriculture and Food Policy and Cattle Marketing held a joint committee, hearing from John Suther, Chief of CDFA’s Bureau of Livestock ID, David Gregg, the Consulting Projects Manager of World Perspectives, Inc., and Kim Vann, State Director for USDA Rural Development.

Suther gave a brief update from the Bureau, Gregg

gave an overview of global markets and Vann discussed all of the USDA programs available to ranchers, often not taken advantage of.

During the policy portion of the discussion, Ventura County Cattlemen’s Association presented a staff directive on the Drought Monitor.

“2018 has been a particularly dry year throughout much of Ventura County and many ranchers felt that the Drought monitor was not accurately reflecting the conditions on the ground here,” Ventura County rancher Mike Williams said.

“The Staff Directive sponsored by Ventura County seeks to find solutions by CCA working with the FSA the UC extension, and the Drought Monitor to get the data and other information needed for the Drought Monitor to accurately reflect actual conditions.”

The CCW meetings were just as productive and impactful.

Cattlewomen and guests heard from the north state’s beef ambassadors, offering a perfect opportunity to get to know the quality of the young people selected to represent the industry. Julie Barnett of Chowchilla gave an insightful presentation during the CCW workshop, covering computer security and reporting training.

Most exciting for the CattleWomen though, was the election of the new 2019-2020 CCW officer team. President-Elect Callie Borror, First Vice President Debbie Hay, Second Vice President Julie Barnett, Treasurer Heidy Carver and Secretary Tara Porterfield will be installed at convention in November.

Quick CCA and CCW board meetings as well as a closing reception wrapped things up and it was back to the ranch for Midyear Meeting attendees after a fun and productive two days.

CCA would like to extend a sincere thank you to everyone who attended and especially to the businesses, individuals and local associations who both sponsored events and donated items to the auctions. We couldn’t have done it without you!

The CCA and CCW Annual Convention will be held at the Nugget Casino Resort in Sparks, Nev., Nov. 28-30.

UC Davis’ Ken Tate, Ph.D., and Leslie Roche, Ph.D., addressesed the meeting.

NRCS’ Genevieve Rasmussen and NCBA’s Allison Rivera spoke the first day of the meeting.

CattleFax CEO Randy Blach and FSA’s Aubrey Bettencourt shared valueable information.

(L to R): Tara Porterfield, Debbie Hay, Heidy Carver, Julie Barnett and Callie Borror will officially be installed as CCW officers in November.

CCA President Dave Daley, Second Vice President Cindy Tews and Past President Tim Koopmann at the Cattle-PAC event on June 20 in Redding

Wildfire and fuel smanagement panelists (L to R, top to bottom): UCCE’s Katie Wilkin, CalFire’s Gabriel Shultz, Glenn County Air Pollution Officer Marcie Skelton adn UCCE’s Lenya Quinn-Davidson.

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Sierra County’s Carolyn Roberti with Rangeland Trust’s Michael Delbar

Modoc County’s Willy Hagge and Kathy DeForest

WSR’s Jim Vann and Matt Griffith with CCA Director of Finance Lisa Brendlen

CCA Second Vice President Pat Kirby with Chet Vogt

CCA First Vice President Mark Lacey with Lawerence Dwight and Greg Kuck

Justin Niessen and CCA Treasurer Rob von der Leith

Siskiyou County’s Melanie Fowle and Cheryl Foster

Dwight Wiegand with Cattle-PAC Dinner Orland Livestock Commission’s Col. Wade Sponsor Shasta Livestock’s Brad Peek Lacque sold Cattle-PAC auction items.

Anthony Stornetta with , Sam Avila and John Hammond

Butte County’s Stan Avrit, Duke and Diana Sherwood, Janet Jone and Steve Lambert, Sharon Openshaw and Diane Avrit

Jerry Hemsted with Bayer’s Bret Davis

CCA helped Shasta Livestock’s Ellington Peek kick off his 90th birthday celebration.

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CALIFORNIA RANCHER CHAIRS CAB BOARD from Certified Angus Beef When California rancher and Certified Angus Beef® LLC (CAB) Board chairman David Dal Porto steps into a meeting room, he carries experience, a broad perspective on beef and pride in his own Angus herd.

With his first heifer dating back to a 4-H project at age 9 and his lifelong, diverse involvement with cattle groups, the rancher’s engagement prevails as personal tradition.

Time spent on regional, state and national boards has been well worth it.

“It makes me realize is how important it is to serve the industry that we make our living with, that we raise our family with, and that we’re fully engaged with,” he says.

Even CAB meetings serve as familiar territory, because Dal Porto was on the Board for three years prior to this leadership term.

“David is a dedicated Angus breeder who truly appreciates how the brand fits into the larger beef supply and merchandizing chain,” CAB President John Stika says.

“That perspective has served the brand and fellow Angus breeders well.”

The rancher’s personality benefits group discussions, too.

“David contributes a great sense of ‘practical optimism’ to each and every conversation,” Stika says.

“While not one to ever discount or dismiss the real challenges that stand in front of the brand’s progress and growth, he has never chosen to merely dwell on those issues. Instead, the vision and input he brings to the Board keeps dialogue centered on solutions, and on exploring new opportunities for the brand to

further fulfill its mission.”

Dal Porto shares his own perspective on the role.

“Being a member of the Board, or specifically Board chairman, I just kind of guide the thoughts of the members and meld those with the management at CAB so that everybody’s always pulling in the same direction,” he says.

The chairman chats on his cellphone, moving from spot to spot on his ranch in rolling hill country to discuss what may lie ahead for the brand. Goals parallel those of his family’s ranch, Dal Porto Livestock.

“When we are working with our livestock and our animals here at the ranch, we are always trying to improve,” he says. “Nothing is ever perfect, so we have always had to keep moving forward.”

Sales quickly come to mind when assessing the year and prospects ahead; 2018 projections show positive outcomes for the brand.

“I think we’re going to have another record year as far as growth in sales,” the chairman says confidently.

More specifically, research in international markets continue.

“Exports have shown tremendous growth the first half of this year, and we’d like to continue to see that to grow based on what’s going to happen with some of the trade policies,” he says.

“But we’d certainly like to see export growth in trading countries that we deal with.”

“There’s huge growth potential internationally.

There truly is,” he continues.

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“The sky’s the limit I think, especially for a high-quality product like Certified Angus Beef® as we separate ourselves from commodity programs.”

Stika supports Dal Porto’s leadership on those subjects.

“David might never describe himself as an expert in beef retailing, distribution or export,” he says. “Yet, I have found him to be a proven student of those things that influence his business as an Angus breeder and his effectiveness as a Board member.

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Ultimately the goal is to grow the benefit Angus breeders receive from the CAB brand’s presence and promotion in the global marketplace.”

Past the packer, Dal Porto says partnerships reinforce work done to promote the brand to consumers.

“We’d like to see all of our packer and wholesaler and retail partners continue to feature the brand where it makes economic sense for them, and continue to provide the consumer with a wholesome, good-tasting product,” Dal Porto says.

His third main topic, technology advancements, links new innovation with how the beef community changes breeding strategies when data is available.

“Genomics has just moved extremely rapid in the last two or three or four years, and it’s going to continue to move fast as we move forward,” he says. “That and all the good producers out in the country that are raising good genetics have

seen our CAB brand acceptance rates go from 17 percent not too long ago to where 32 to 33 percent is the norm every month. And that’s a huge jump.

“The main thing is to keep the brand growing—that we rely on staff to do, and they’re doing a great job,” he says.

When the rancher steps back from the chair, he’ll remain a family

man who enjoys working with the cattle at home.

“Here on our operation, Jeanene and I and our family members and our employee, we really enjoy what we do,” he says. “And of course it’s a business. It’s a business we want to make some money at and feed our family, but we really enjoy just caring for the animals.”

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Success isn’t based on one person or one action. It is the culmination of many hardworking, driven and focused individuals working together for the greater good.

And according to retiring Certified Hereford Beef (CHB®) President Jim Mickelson, Santa Rosa, that is exactly the scenario for his term on the CHB board of directors.

His term has been marked by a multitude of staff changes and a revised marketing approach now focused on the consumer.

These strategic marketing adjustments are leading the way to continued growth in the

marketplace, and are ultimately laying the groundwork for a successful path for the future of the CHB brand.

“We appreciate the support and direction Jim has provided for the brand,” says CHB Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Amari Seiferman. “His tremendous insight helped take the brand to the next level.”

Below are some questions in which Mickelson addresses challenges and opportunities facing CHB.

Q: What has been the greatest challenge during your term as CHB president?

A: Our greatest challenge is getting our premium product recognized in the marketplace. What we have to offer is a superior product — it’s unique, it’s wholesome and it’s produced by Hereford breeders who are passionate about Hereford cattle.

Q: How would you summarize your tenure on the board and as president?

A: As directors, we meet and give direction to the staff.

Ultimately, the staff does the heavy work and makes it all happen. Our job is oversight.

We have been fortunate to have good people on staff, and our goal is to bring great marketers and business-minded people onto the board to give the staff the tools to go out into the marketplace and to position CHB as a premium product.

Q: What do you see as the greatest strengths of the Hereford breed and its breeders, as a whole?

A: The greatest strength of Hereford cattle is the longevity of the Hereford bull and the breed’s docility, as a whole. Our children are hearing impaired, and it means a great deal for them to be able to walk into a herd of Hereford cattle or bulls and not worry about them being out there.

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We used to market toward the commercial cattleman and the purebred breeder, and not as much toward the consumer.

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As we continue this strategic switch, we will need more cattle being certified into the CHB program. By marketing to the consumer, our hopes are that we will enhance the demand and change CHB from being a push brand to a strong pull brand in the premium beef arena.

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20 YEARS OF IMPACT CALIFORINA RANGELAND TRUST

BIG IMPACTS, BIG VISION How do you define the impact of 20 years of conserving California’s working ranches?

The numbers alone are impressive. In the two decades since the California Cattleman’s Association first introduced the idea of developing a land trust, California Rangeland Trust has grown to become the largest land trust in the state of California, conserving over 318,000 acres that will remain vibrant open landscapes stewarded by ranching families for future generations. Many more acres await funding for conservation. Ranchers trust us to work with them to conserve their land because we are the only rancher-led land trust in the state. The numbers are only the beginning of our story of impact.

SPEAKING UP FOR CALIFORNIA’S PRIVATE RANGELANDS It’s important for ranchers to have a strong public voice. Our organization, alongside others such as CCA, aims to serve ranchers by communicating how all Californians reap the benefits of private rangelands with every breath of clean air, glass of fresh water, bite of local food and trip down the highway enjoying wide open spaces. Rangelands comprise a significant portion of the open lands we value in this state and must be protected for our health, economy and way of life. We share with the broader community how ranchers demonstrate that value by impacting communities and stewarding their land every day.

BUILDING BRIDGES Our network of support has enabled us to provide innovative conservation solutions, driven by forward-thinking cattlemen and women to preserve ranching lands, and in the process build important bridges between ranchers and environmentalists. Bringing state, local and federal partners together ensures ranches remain open, economically viable and in family ownership. Our unique process has become a sustainable business model for conserving private land at a statewide level.

ACCOMPLISHING OUR MISSION TOGETHER Since launching in 1998, we have stewarded more than $100 million in conservation funding from public and private partners.

These funds are being reinvested in communities throughout California—preserving healthy and scenic environments, providing nutrition, supporting local economies, and keeping ranchers ranching.

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LOOKING FORWARD With the perspective of 20 years of impact, our opportunity to influence a broader conservation movement is more essential than ever. Exciting large-scale studies sponsored by California Rangeland Trust are shedding light on the science behind the importance of conserving open range in our state. These studies build greater understanding of the benefits of well-managed rangeland to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, sequester carbon, preserve healthy habitats for endangered wildlife, and protect freshwater. The future is bright, and we can’t wait to see what we accomplish together in our next 20 years!

Why conserve rangeland?

It’s what we love about California OPEN LANDSCAPES Private rangeland accounts for about

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CELEBRATING A LEGACY OF COWBOY CONSERVATION

In honor of our 20th year, California Rangeland Trust is celebrating by putting the spotlight on 20 stories of our founders, our partners, our supporters and friends who have helped us grow and thrive. Below, see previews of two of the ranches we’ll be profiling this year, and read all of our 20 Years/20 Stories series by following our blog at www.RangelandTrust.org.

KOOPMANN

The Koopmann Ranch is a shelter in the midst of a rapidly-developing Alameda County for numerous threatened species, including the California adult tiger salamander, the viola wildflower, the California redlegged frog, and the Callippe silver spot butterfly. A model of managed grazing and water conservation, the Koopmann Ranch mitigation project will forever protect critical wildlife and plant habitats in the state of California, while serving as a success story for the benefits of collaboration between interest groups, businesses, and communities

KESTER

In the biologically rich region found at the intersection of the Central Valley ecosystem of the Coast Range, the Kester family’s Jacalitos Ranch and two Bear Valley ranches serve a key part of California Rangeland Trust’s 17,500-acre Southern Diablo Range Project which spans across Monterey and Fresno County lines.

Home to an unusually large variety of native flora and fauna in one of the state’s most productive grazing regions, the Kester Bear Valley Ranch will stand forever as a protected haven of California’s beautiful ecosystem.

STEWARDSHIP FOR THE FUTURE OF CALIFORNIA’S RANGELANDS When we say “protected in perpetuity,” we mean it! The majority of our assets are housed in a permanently restricted endowment that provides funding for long-term stewardship of our easement holdings, such as annual monitoring. In addition, we keep a legal defense fund in case any issues arise with our easement holdings. We started an operational endowment in order to help cover business costs with the goal of one day sustaining annual operations. The principal amount in these endowments will never be touched, as we use the earnings generated each year toward any corresponding expenses and reinvest funds that are not spent.

To see our Impact Report covering 20 years of partnership with California ranchers, visit our website at www.RangelandTrust.org.

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ANGUS

RANCH

Inaugural Angus Female Sale

Selling 100 Angus Females: Mon., October 15, at 11 a.m., Porterville, CA Basin Lady Ida 2029 Sire: Basin Payweight 006S Dam: Lady Ida of Ellston G180 Dam’s Sire: SydGen C C & 7

Tremendous outcross opportunity in this young donor that ranks in the elite 4% of the breed for WW EPD and top 10% for YW EPD. She has solid carcass with a top 5% Carcass Weight and top 25% Marbling EPD, and this balance pushes her $Beef Index into the top 3% of the breed.

This highlight of the offering sells with daughters by EXAR Stud 4658B and Baldridge Bronc.

CED +1

BW +2.2

WW +67

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MILK +19

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MA +.66

RE FAT $W $B +.49 +.048 +58.44 +162.69

She sells bred to SYDGEN ENHANCE, due to calve 1/21/2019.

EZAR Lady Ida 7159

EZAR Lucy 7134

Sire: EXAR Stud 4658B Dam: Basin Lady Ida 2029 Dam’s Sire: Basin Payweight 006S Top of the breed growth figures in this bred heifer out of our 2029 donor (pictured at top). She’s also in the top 10% for Marbling and top 1% for $Beef Value. 7159 sells bred to SYDGEN ENHANCE, due to calve 1/1/2019.

Sire: Basin Yuma 4286 Dam: R/M Basin Lucy 2649 Dam’s Sire: A A R Ten X 7008 S A This powerful bred heifer is out of a Ten X donor, who is a direct daughter of the $3.5 million producer, Basin Lucy 3829. Low birth, high growth with a top 10% Marbling EPD. Bred to SYDGEN ENHANCE, due 1/1/2019.

CED BW WW +3 +1.8 +79

YW +135

MILK +29

CW MA RE FAT $W $B +63 +.95 +.52 +.018 +77.92 +189.25

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ANNUAL BULL SALE: SAT., SEPTEMBER 1, 12:30 P.M. Tejas Ranch: 22950 Milton Road, Farmington, CA

WW +62

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MILK +30

CW MA RE FAT $W $B +49 +.96 +.28 +.064 +68.89 +158.04

Tim & Marilyn Callison.......................... Owners Chad Davis .............................. 559 333-0362 Travis Coy............................... 559 392-8772 Justin Schmidt ......................... 209 585-6533 Website ....................... www.ezangusranch.com

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Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds awarded Rural Community Grant from Northwest Farm Credit Services Northwest Farm Credit Services is proud to award Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds in Yreka, a $1,000 Northwest FCS Rural Community Grant.

“The Siskiyou Golden Fair is excited to receive the Northwest Farm Credit Services Rural Community Grant,” said Fairgrounds CEO Cliff Munson. “This grant will be used to upgrade our livestock wash racks, making it safer for exhibitors and animals alike. Northwest FCS support is so appreciated and vital to our mission and goals as a community asset. Thank you again for your generosity.”

Northwest FCS is committed to helping rural communities succeed. In 2017, Northwest Farm Credit Services committed over $250,000 to 171 projects in rural communities across Idaho, Montana, Oregon and Washington. Since the program’s inception in 2007, it has awarded 871 grants totaling more than $1.55 million.

The next rural grant deadline is Oct. 1, 2018. If you think your rural project may be eligible for a grant, visit northwestfcs.com/Stewardship/Rural-Communities for more information and an application.

Northwest FCS is an $11 billion financial cooperative providing financing and related services to farmers, ranchers, agribusinesses, commercial fishermen, timber producers, rural homeowners and crop insurance customers in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Washington and Alaska.

Northwest FCS is a member of the nationwide Farm Credit System that supports agriculture and rural communities with reliable, consistent credit and financial services. For more information, go to northwestfcs.com

Northwest FCS Relationship Manager Megan Huber and Siskiyou Golden Fairgrounds CEO Cliff Munson.

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EPA, ARMY AIM TO CLARIFY WATERS OF THE U.S. RULE The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of the Army (Army) are issuing a supplemental proposal to the July 2017 proposed action to repeal the 2015 definition of “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS).

Today’s proposal specifically requests comment on the legal basis of the 2015 WOTUS rule, which the agencies believe has led to uncertainty and confusion across the country.

“By issuing today’s supplemental proposal, we are responding to public feedback, expanding opportunities for comment, and providing clarity and transparency in the rulemaking process,” said EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt. “We are making it clear that we are proposing to permanently and completely repeal the 2015 WOTUS rule and keep the pre-2015 regulatory framework in place as we work on a new, improved WOTUS definition.”

During last summer’s public comment period, the EPA and the Army heard from hundreds of thousands of stakeholders about the proposal to repeal the 2015 definition of WOTUS. After reviewing this input, the EPA and the Army are issuing a supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking to clarify that the agencies are proposing to permanently repeal the 2015 rule in its entirety.

As part of the initial proposal, the EPA and the Army indicated their intent to recodify the pre2015 regulations—a longstanding regulatory framework that is currently being administered by the agencies— to keep them in place until the agencies finalize a new definition of WOTUS. The agencies are also issuing the supplemental notice of proposed rulemaking to give the public an opportunity to comment on additional considerations that support the agencies’ proposed repeal, some of which the agencies did not discuss in detail in the initial proposal.

“This supplemental proposal reflects our continued commitment

to common sense in the rulemaking process,” said R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works.

The agencies are continuing to review the comments received on the July 2017 proposal and will be accepting public comment on the supplemental proposal for 30 days

after it is published in the Federal Register.

Commenters do not need to resubmit comments already provided to the agencies in response to the July 2017 proposal.

For more information on both actions: https://www.epa.gov/wotusrule

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Hard Work Paid Off As college graduates make their way across their respective stages to claim their hard-earned degrees and navigate new paths in life, the California Cattlemen’s Association pays tribute to those graduates from across the state who have excelled in educational programs at California’s four-year agriculture colleges.

In addition to accomplishing their goals within the classroom, each of the CCA Achievement Award recipients must also be involved in extracurricular activities pertaining to agriculture, demonstrate superior

leadership abilities and have personal and/or professional goals to stay involved in the beef industry.

With future plans to make a positive impact on the beef industy, this year’s class of graduates has set their sights high and CCA members should be pleased to see the future looking so bright. CCA extends congratulations to the entire class of 2018! Good luck as you find your way in this world. May the future of agriculture be brighter as a result of your efforts.

California State University, Chico

JORDAN MUNSON HARLEE MAUPIN Etna Santa Ysabel ANIMAL SCIENCE Plans to build up his herd of registered Angus cattle.

ANIMAL SCIENCE & AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS

Plans to gain marketing or sales employment in the animal health sector.

DELLA HAYDEN Etna

AGRICULTURE BUSINESS

Has been hired by agriculture verification company Ranchers Connecting Ranchers.

VICTOR MEDINA Perris ANIMAL SCIENCE Has been hired to work for Snake River Farms in American Falls, Idaho.

DALLYS ESTRADA Arroyo Grande

ANIMAL SCIENCE & AGRICULTURE BUSINESS Is pursuing a career in the beef industry.

California State University, Fresno

MITCH BEHLING Clovis AGRICULTURAL BUSINESS Will continue working in the beef industry.

AMY DIERBERGER Madera

ANIMAL SCIENCE LIVESTOCK BUSINESS MANAGEMENT Will pursue career in ag sales and continue building own cattle herd.

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JOSHUA DOWELL Chowchilla

AGRICULTURAL COMMUNICATIONS Currently employed in the agriculture technology industry.

KATIE MCDOUGALD O’Neals

ANIMAL SCIENCE LIVESTOCK BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

Is pursuing a career in the beef industry.

Cattlemen recognize 2018 ag grads as they chart new course

California PolytechnicState University, San Luis Obispo

JARED STATON Santa Maria AGRIBUSINESS

Is working for Pacific Livestock in Davis.

REBECCA MASON Atascadero ANIMAL SCIENCE

ROMAN REYEZ Brooks AGRICULTURE

SCIENCE Currently working for Santa Cruz Biotechnology in the cell Plans to run a cow-calf culture division. operation, raise hay and horses and rodeo when he has time.

KYLE BROWN McArthur

KARA PORTERFIELD MacDoel

Plans to do day work for various ranches.

Plans to work on her family cattle ranch.

AGRICULTURE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

AGRICULTURE SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT

University of California, Davis

SHEYENNE AUGENSTEIN Acton

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Obtaining Animal Biology Master’s Degree at UC Davis.

ALLIE AUTREY Pleasant Grove

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Working in the ag Industry before applying to graduate school at UC Davis.

KIMBERLY CARLSON Vallley Springs

ANIMAL SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT

Selected for internship with UC Rangelands lab.

SAVANNA FEE Fort Bidwell

ORLANDO OCHOA San Fernando Valley

Pursing a career in the beef industry.

Working as a Junior Lab Specialist in Animal Science at UC Davis before applying to vet school.

ANIMAL SCIENCE & MANAGEMENT

ANIMAL SCIENCE

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California Cattlemen’s Association Services for all your on-the-ranch needs M i d Va l l e y

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CALL US FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OUR PRIVATE TREATY CATTLE OR OUR ANNUAL BULL SALE!

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Lee Nobmann, owner Morgon Patrick, managing partner (530) 526-5920 • morgon@nobmanncattle.com

Ranch-raised Angus cattle with industry-leading genetics!

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PAICINES, CA DANNY CHAVES, MANAGER

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Annual Bull Sale: Sat., September 1, 2018 Inaugural Female Sale: Mon., October 15, 2018

Join us for our annual bull sale Friday, Sept. 7 at the ranch in Los Molinos!

THANK YOU TO ALL THIS YEAR’S BUYERS!

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Tim & Marilyn Callison............................... Owners Chad Davis ..................................... 559 333 0362 Travis Coy ...................................... 559 392 8772 Justin Schmidt................................ 209 585 6533 Ranch Website ................. www.ezangusranch.com

Annual Partners for Performance Bull Sale Sept. 5, 2018 Female Sale Oct. 13, 2018 Contact us for information on cattle available private treaty.

Celebrating 42 Years of Angus Tradition Thank you to our buyers at the 43rd annual “Generations of Performance” Bull Sale.

LOOK FOR US AT LEADING SALES IN 2018.

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Ranch: (541) 523-4401 Bob Harrell, Jr.: (541) 523-4322

Thank you to all of our spring buyers!

Jared Patterson Western Region Field Manager (208) 312-2386 Call AHA today for assistance or information on buying or marketing of Hereford cattle!

11500 N Ambassador Drive, Suite 410 | Kansas City, MO 64153 | (816) 842-3757 | aha@hereford.org

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Annual Sale First Monday in March

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THANK YOU TO OUR MODOC BULL SALE BUYERS!

PLEASE JOIN US IN OROVILLE IN OCTOBER FOR OUR BUTTE BULL SALE!

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OFFERING HEREFORD BULLS BUILT FOR THE COMMERCIAL CATTLEMAN

(707) 481-3440 • Bobby Mickelson, Herdman, (707) 396-7364

Join us Oct 15, 2018 for our annual production sale!

Building Extremely High Quality Beef Since 1978

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JOIN TODAY! CCA is the ONLY group working SOLEY to protect California beef producers and is the only publication that puts ad dollars back to work for you!

• Because you have to be at home tending to the herd and need to have a presence in Sacramento and Washington, D.C., the California CAttlemen’s Association is your eyes and ears on all things legislative and regulatory.

• Whether you own cattle or not, you can support CCA efforts. producer members, supporting members and young members are welcome at all CCA functions and have access to all publications and information.

• Being a CCA member gives you a voice and a vote on how your association will lobby on your behalf.

• CCA Provides members-only educational opportunities to help your beef operation and bottomline.

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MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION 1221 H Street Sacramento, CA 95814 916-444-0845 (Office) · 916-444-2194 (Fax) www.calcattlemen.org

NAME(S):

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Step 1: CCA Membership Producer Membership

For cattle owners and those seeking a voting membership level

Cattle Numbers 2500 & Over 1600-2499 1000-1599 800-999 500-799 300-499 100-299 0-99 

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Dues $1,765 $1,275 $970 $725 $615 $460 $325 $240

Calves under 6 months of age are not counted.

Stockers pay at ½ the total number of stockers owned each year or minimum dues, whichever is greater.

Associate Membership

For those who support California cattle production but do not own cattle Non-Voting Membership level

Statewide Allied/Feeder Associate $220

REGULAR MEMBERSHIP

Cattle Numbers

Dues

2001 + 1751-2000 1501-1750 1251-1500 1001-1250 750-1000 501-750 251-500 101-250 0-100

$1,900 + .38/per head $1,900 $1,650 $1,400 $1,150 $900 $650 $450 $300 $150

ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP: $100 (ASSOCIATES CANNOT OWN CATTLE)

$10.00 $10.00 $10.00 $25.00 $15.00 $20.00 $20.00 $25.00

Humboldt-Del Norte Inyo-Mono-Alpine Kern County Lassen County Madera County Mendocino County Merced-Mariposa Modoc County

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if over 25 years of age Applicant’s expected date of Graduation:

(Available to non-producers that own land on which cattle could or are run.)

CCA Supporting Member

(Available to non-producers who support the industry.)

California Beef Cattle Improvement Association

MEMBERSHIP

CBCIA is an affiliate of CCA and is a producer driven organization that fosters beef cattle improvement and economical production based on information and education.

Regular Members:

$35

Associate Members: $35 Young Cattlemen: $ 5

$15.00 $25.00 NA $20.00 $30.00 $15.00 $50.00 $25.00

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Must own fewer than 100 head of cattle.

Must be 25 years of age or younger or a full-time student

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(includes Feeder Council Associate, Allied Industry membership and second membership.

Second membership does not include Allied Industry voting rights.)

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Young Cattlemen Membership

Monterey County $25.00 Napa-Solano $5.00 Plumas-Sierra $10.00 San Benito $20.00 San Diego-Imperial $10.00 San Joaquin-Stanislaus $5.00 San Luis Obispo $20.00 Santa Barbara $25.00

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In Memory RICHARD ROSASCO Richard J. Rosasco, husband, father, rancher and attorney, passed away on April 22, 2018. He was 85 years old.

Richard was born in Stockton on Jan. 31, 1933. Raised in Sonora, he graduated from Sonora High School in 1950. He attended U.C. Davis, earning a degree in animal husbandry. While at Davis, he completed ROTC training resulting in a commission as an officer in the U.S. Army. Following his discharge from the Army, he returned to Tuolumne County and began working full time with his father on the family-owned cattle ranch.

Richard became the manager of the cattle ranch after the passing of his father. While working full time managing the cattle ranch, he enrolled in Humphreys College, where he earned a Juris Doctorate. Upon passing the California State Bar exam, he began a 25-year legal career based in Tuolumne County.

He simultaneously worked the cattle ranch while practicing the law. In 1998, he retired from his legal career and moved the cattle operation to Golconda, Nev. He resided in Golconda until his death.

Richard’s two careers were vastly different, yet he enjoyed both. He liked helping people by providing legal representation to assist them in navigating legal matters. He also enjoyed the activities associated with ranching, including really early mornings, being outdoors, working with animals, moving cattle to the mountains for summer grazing, gathering and feeding the cattle, fence building and improving the productivity of the land. He cared deeply for his family as is evident by his dedication to building two successful yet diverse businesses. In his leisure time, he enjoyed watching the San Francisco Giants and the television shows “Law & Order” and “Hee Haw.” He is survived by his daughters, Sarah Rosasco (Bob Brewer), of Golconda, Nev., and Meg Rosasco, of Columbia; niece, Cindy Zavatson Myers, of Modesto; nephews, Christopher (Heather) Zavatson, of Woodland, David (Su-Fei) Zavatson, of Davis; and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy and his parents, Bessie and Clarence Rosasco.

Graveside services were held June 23, at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery in Sonora.

The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Peaceful Journey: The Ronald M. Hamilton Parkinson’s Foundation. Checks can be sent to the Sonora Area Foundation with a memo line of Peaceful Journey Fund, 362 S. Stewart St., Sonora, CA 95370.

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KAREN BAKER Karen Louise Baker was born in California on September 18, 1946. She passed on May 14, at the age of 71 peacefully surrounded by family.

Karen was known for her grace and kindness. She was elegant, even when working cattle or riding her horse. Karen worked hard all her life alongside her husband Dr. Glenn Gary Baker.

Together they had a successful veterinary practice in St. Helena, and ran cattle from Napa to Colusa County. She and her husband moved to St. Helena in 1970. At that time there were more horses in Napa County than any other county in the state. Almost everybody had a horse in their backyard.

She loved the valley because of the people, the orchards, the cattle, the horses and the grapes. She was always deeply committed to the care and well being of animals and land.

Karen was a great story teller. Hearing and telling stories around the table eventually became a passion which lead to her becoming a writer. Her stories were about animals and coming to the Napa Valley when she was a young woman of 23.

Her stories were moving in a deeply compassionate and original way. She had real talent and although many of her works have been published her complete collection of works will be available posthumously. Karen loved her life and this community and wrote of the old-timers who have since passed on.

Karen was a loving mother to three girls, Anna, Melissa and Mercedes. Her girls loved and adored her and always will. As a third generation cattle rancher and partner in the vet clinic, she taught her daughters strength, independence and always to approach life with humor.

Her husband Glenn was the love of her life, and she was the love of his. Together Glenn and Karen built a world around their children, their animals, and their business.

Karen Baker will be missed by many and never forgotten. We cherish her always in our hearts.

Funeral Services were held at Saint Stephen’s Episcopal Church, June 1.

ALEX SPOTORNO Alex Spotorno passed away March 26 after working as a rancher for almost 70 years on the family ranch that was started in 1867.

He was highly respected in the industry for his quality of livestock.

Born in San Francisco to Alexandre V. Spotorno and Isabel Marie Roberts, he served in the U.S. Navy during WWII piloting landing craft in the Pacific Arena, followed by graduation fro mUC Davis in 1949. In addition to ranching, Alex was a land manager of the watershed lands for the city and county of San Francisco for 30 years. He was a member of the state and county farm bureaus and served as a vice president for California Woolgrowers.

Alex is survived by his wife LaVerne; Devoted children Kenneth (Jan), Joanne (Lee) Zachariades, John (Jennifer), Kathryn, Marianne; stepchildren Stephen (Peggy) Quartaola, Michele (Paul) Motekaitis, AnneMarie (Erik) Bjorkund, Gina (Joe) Angulo; 14 grandchildren; and lifelong best friend Gordon (Vicki) Rosenberg, and extended familiy and friends. His sense of humor, generosity to others, his love and committment to his faith, family and friends will be deeply missed.

WEdding Bells NEW Arrival SCHLOSSER & HANSON Robin Schlosser and Bradford Hanson were married at a ceremony in Woodland on June 16 surrounded by friends and family. The bride is the daughter of Ernie and Kitty Schlosser, Zamora, and is currently working as an agriculture biologist in Lassen County. The groom is the son of Jack and Darcy Hanson, Susanville and works for Plumas Bank. The couple of made their first home in Susanville.

WARD & EDWARDS Katie Ward and Tyler Edwards tied the knot at a ceremony at Ward Ranch in Gardnerville, Nev., June 9. The bride is the daughter of Gail Simmas, LaTrobe and Gary Ward, Gardnerville. She works for Safe Food Alliance in Sacramento. The groom is the son of Rick and Susan Edwards, Monterey and works for Nor Cal Beverage. The couple resides in Sacramento.

WITT & HUNT Brienne Witt and Nathan Hunt married in a ceremony at University of the Pacific, Lodi on June 2. The bride is the daughter of Ted and Cinderr Witt, Lodi and is employed as a manager of grower relations at Constellations Brands. The groom is employed by MicroTechnologies and is the son of the late John and Lorene Bustillos. The couple has made their first home in Lodi.

STROING & HARDESTY Stacy Stroing and Tom Hardesty were married June 30 on the Stump Ranch in Chester.

The bride is daughter of Tom and Jeannie Stroing, Red Bluff, and the groom’s parents are Walt and Kathy Hardesty, Elk Grove. The bride is currently employed as an agriculture teacher at Union Mine High School in El Dorado Hills, and the groom runs a registered Angus and commercial cattle operation in Elk Grove. The couple has made their first home in Elk Grove.

GRANT DRESSELHAUS Meghan and Dan Dresselhaus, Weaverville welcomed a son, Grant Michael Dresselhaus on July 1. He weighed in at 9 pounds 21.5 ounces and was eagerly greeted by his brothers and sisters.

Grant is the grandson of Jeff and Sheila Bowen, Glennville and Bill and Kristyne Dresselhaus of Julian.

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Advertisers’ Index

3L Farms, LLC.......................................................... 51 9 Peaks Ranch....................................................74, 75 All West-Select Sires................................................ 19 Alltech Feeding/Crystalyxx.................................... 92 Amador Angus..........................................26, 27, 120 American Ag Credit................................................ 93 American Angus Association................................ 57 American Hereford Assn......................................122 Andreini and Company........................................117 Arellano Bravo......................................................... 25 Avila Cattle Co......................................................... 95 Baldy Maker Bull Sale............................................. 87 Bar R Angus.......................................................9, 120 Bar Six Charolais..................................................... 95 Beef Solutions Bull Sale.......................................... 65 Bianchi Ranches...................................................... 95 Black Gold Bull Sale................................................ 31 Borges........................................................................ 30 Bovine Elite, LLC...................................................124 Brands of Excellence............................................... 51 Broken Box Ranch...........................................95, 123 Bruin Ranch............................................................. 65 Buchanan Angus....................................................120 Bullseye Breeders Bull Sale..................................... 39 Byrd Cattle Co.................................................15, 120 Cal Poly Bull Test Sale............................................. 73 Cardey Ranches.....................................................116 Cattlemen’s Livestock Market................................ 17 Cherry Glen Beefmasters.....................................123 Charron Ranch......................................................120 Circle Ranch............................................................. 65 Cobank...................................................................... 93 Colburn Cattle Co................................................... 51 Conlin Supply Company, Inc................................. 50 CSU Chico..............................................................123 Dal Porto Livestock.........................................43, 120 Diableo Valley Angus.............................................. 25 Diamond Oak Cattle............................................... 39 Dixie Valley Angus................................................120 Donati Ranch...................................................31, 120 Double M Ranch..................................................... 39

Duarte Sales.............................................................. 68 Eagle Pass Ranch..................................................... 63 Ebony Farms............................................................ 51 EZ Angus............................................... 6, 7, 115, 120 Farm Credit West.................................................... 93 Five Star Land & Livestock....................................... 9 Flood Bros Cattle..................................................... 39 Freitas Rangeland Improvements.......................... 96 Fresno State Ag Foundation................................... 68 Fresno State Ag Foundation...........................95, 123 Furtado Angus...............................................101, 121 Furtado Livestock Enterprises.............................124 Genoa Livestock..............................................23, 122 Gillibrand Cattle Co........................................49, 122 GMA Angus............................................................. 51 Gonsalves Ranch..................................................... 39 H&H Angus............................................................. 51 Harrell Hereford Ranch........................................122 HAVE Angus..........................................................121 Heritage Bull Sale...................................................... 9 Heron Fencing......................................................... 58 Hogan Ranch.........................................................121 Hone Ranch............................................................123 Hufford’s Herefords.........................................87, 122 Imm Vac................................................................... 84 International Brangus Breeders...........................109 JH Feed Inc.............................................................124 Jorgensen Ranch...................................................... 95 JV Angus..................................................................... 9 Knipe Land Company...........................................123 Lambert Ranch................................................89, 122 Little Shasta Ranch................................................123 Lorenzen................................................................... 97 McPhee Red Angus.........................................55, 122 Mid Valley Bull Sale..........................................26, 27 Mrnak Herefords West.........................................116 Multimin, USA........................................................ 69 Nicholas Livestock................................................... 95 Noahs Angus Ranch..............................................121 O’Connell Ranch.............................................31, 121 O’Neal Ranch........................................................... 13

130 California Cattleman July • August 2018

Oak Knoll Herefords............................................... 78 Pacific Trace Minerals...................................123, 129 Pedretti Ranches...................................................... 41 Phillips Ranch.......................................................... 78 Pitchfork Cattle Co................................................122

Pinenut Livestock Supply....................................... 96 Rancho Casino......................................................... 43 Red Bluff Bull & Gelding Sale..............................107 Red River Farms....................................................121 Ritchie Industries.................................................... 18 Riverbend................................................................. 79 Rocky Mountain Irish Black Cattle.....................111 Romans Ranches..................................................... 95 Sammis Ranch.......................................................121 Scales Northwest...................................................... 78 Schafer Ranch............................................26, 27, 121 Schohr Herefords...........................................105, 122 Shasta Livestock Auction Yard............................... 35 Sierra Ranches..................................................59, 123 Silveira Bros................................................20, 21, 121 Silveus Insurance Company.................................108 Snyder Livestock Company, Inc............................ 85 Sonoma Mountain Herefords........................11, 122 Spanish Ranch..................................................64, 123 Stockman’s Market................................................... 33 Superior Livestock................................................... 72 Tehama Angus Ranch.......................................3, 121 Teixeira Cattle Co............................................83, 121 Traynham Ranches.................................................. 87 Tru Test..................................................................... 32 Tumbleweed Ranches...........................................122 Turlock Livestock Auction Yard............................ 45 VF Red Angus........................................................122 Vintage Angus Ranch...................................121, 132 West Coast Charolais Breeders.............................. 95 Western States Red Angus...................................... 77 Western Video Market.............................................. 2 Wraith, Scarlett, Randolph...................................131 Wulff Brothers Livestock................................31, 122

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