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Pleasant Hill Farms’

BUILDING FOR THE FUTURE Spring Production Sale Volume I

April 27, 2019

SE LLING 75 LOTS OF ANGUS, SIMANGUS, & SIMMENTAL GENETICS Fall born open heifers, donor features, and spring calving pairs will sell.

Pleasant Hill Farms’

Gil, Mary, Corbin, Caroline & Catherine Cowles 508 Rockfield Richpond Rd. Rockfield, KY 42274

www.pleasanthillfarms.com

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Gil Cowles Corbin Cowles Harvey Mast Jason Smith

Sunset View Farms’ Bryan Creek Ronnie Creek

270-843-9021 270-991-2534 270-791-6873 256-338-0023 270-725-6467 270-725-6730

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12:30 p.m. c.s.t. at the farm in Rockfield, Kentucky

Dogwoog Hills Angus

Bruce & Julie Barrick

Pinecrest Farms’

Steve, Loyd, & Mark Sansom

Photography & Catalog Production Bradley Wilson 270-427-6541 email: bwlivestock@gmail.com

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

STONE GATE FARMS

COLUMNISTS

Annual Production Sale

7 Tim White: President’s Thoughts 8 Ryan Quarles: Cultivating the Next Generation 10 Dave Maples: From Dave’s Desk 12 Baxter Black: Cow Attack 22 Chris Teutsch: Spring Grazing: No Grass To Too Much Grass 50 Dr. Michelle Arnold: Grass Tetany - Start Preventive Measures Now

MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2019 • 12:30 P.M. At the Farm • Flemingsburg, KY

FEATURE STORIES

16 Meet Your 2019 KCA President Tim White 18 One 19: The Alltech Ideas Conference 23 Ground Beef vs Hamburger 25 Changes to CAIP EPD Guidelines 32 Jennifer Houston Takes Helm of NCBA 34 NCBA Announces 2019 Policy Priorities 36 Markets Expected to Continue Strong; Leverage Shift on the Horizon 37 Education Takes Center Stage During Cattlemen’s College at 2019

Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans 38 NCBA Unveils Cost/Benefit Principles For Climate-Change Policy Proposals 40 UK To Host IPM Training School 42 Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association Leadership Program Set to Begin 44 November Beef Exports Remain on Record Pace; Headwinds Weigh

on Pork Exports 48 Mending the Disconnect: Teaching the Next Generation Agriculture 52 Planning For the Transfer of Your Estate 58 Top 5 Essentials of Heifer Development 62 UK Researchers Partnering With National Group To Help CSAS Thrive 66 Spring Interns Selected 67 First 2019 UK KATS Workshop 68 Foree Reflects on Past Year As President 70 NCBA Announces Campaign for “Fake Meat Facts” 72 How the Federation Has Continued to Invest for Success 76 Cow Size and Success in the Beef Business 78 Vaccination Programs for the Cow/Calf Operation 81 KCA Takes Steps Toward Regulating Fake Meat 82 Cows Pregnant Again in 82 Days 84 Is Hair Coat an Indicator of Nutritional and/or Health of Beef Cattle?

85 Realized Reproductive Rate 86 Options for Improving Damaged Pastures 90 Understanding the BVD Virus 94 Kentucky Takes Action to Prevent Deadly Wildlife Disease 97 Equipment Maintenance 102 Six Lessons Learned Living the Stock Show Life 106 Siemer Milling Gives $1M to UK Grain & Forage Center 123 Health Protocol for Maximum Profits with Cattle 126 PVAP - A New Program Offered by UK and KBN 14 & 19 County News 28-30 Economic & Policy Update 108-109 Membership 110-111 Kentucky Beef Council 112-113 Kentucky Beef Network

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120-121 117 123 124 124 125

Selling 124 Lots

60 BULLS, 10 COWS, 18 FALL BRED HEIFERS, 21 SPRING CALVING BRED HEIFERS, & 15 OPEN HEIFERS

Catalog available at www.StoneGateFarms.com,. View us on DV Auction.

1669 MILL CREEK RD. • FLEMINGSBURG, KY 41041 CHARLES CANNON: 606-849-4278 • CELL: 606-748-0747 JERE CANNON: 606-849-4360 • CELL: 606-748-6306 CHRIS CANNON: 606-748-0407 VICTORIA CANNON: 606-748-5420 WWW.STONEGATEFARMS.COM STONEGATEANGUS@GMAIL.COM

Kentucky Angus Association News News Releases Market Report Calendar of Events Advertisers Index Classifieds

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OAK HOLLOW

First Choice Bull Sale - Monday, March 25, 2019 - 5:30 PM CST IF YOU WANT THE BEST WAIT UNTIL MARCH Oak Hollow bulls are worth waiting until March this bull sale season. Our yearling bulls are only sold once full performance information can be collected and processed. It is impossible for a set of bulls backed with this much data to be ready any sooner. Data collected includes birth weights, weaning weights, yearling weights, carcass ultrasound, genomic testing, breeding soundness, disposition scoring and foot scoring- all in accurate contemporary groupings.

We continually offer one of the largest and most structurally sound sets of bulls in the state. Bulls come from a cow herd that is second to none when it comes to commercial profitability. As always, we also offer free delivery on all bulls sold sale day.

FREE DELIVERY

ID CED BW WW MILK YW $W C55 14 0.7 84 16 145 $73.86 C585 4 2.5 70 25 116 $65.99 1630 14 -1.6 46 32 88 $59.06 1C08 10 -0.7 52 22 79 $59.96 1532 7 0.0 56 25 87 $64.60 1673 13 0.4 48 26 84 $55.50 1614 15 -2.5 46 18 80 $48.75 1C06 5 1.4 55 12 95 $44.71

Kenneth D. Lowe (270) 202-7186 - Joe K. Lowe II (270) 202-4399 www.OakHollowAngus.com - Smiths Grove, KEntucky COW COUNTRY •

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KENTUCKY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION 2019 LEADERSHIP KCA REGIONAL DIRECTORS: REGION 1

Daniel Hayden, Vice President*(270) 570-2815 Bobby Bell................................(270) 547-8547 Gary Woodall...........................(270) 725-0819 Ricky Haynes.....................................................

Don Pemberton........................(270) 889-9827 Wayne Johnson.......................(270) 726-7896 John Walpole..........................(270) 542-7534 Martin Hayden........................(270) 281-4076 JJ Tucker.................................(270) 257-8548 Dennis Wilson.........................(270) 952-1714 Caleb Jenkin...........................(270) 952-0767

REGION 2

KCA 2018 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICERS: PRESIDENT

TREASURER

Tim White 3664 Military Pike Lexington, KY 40513 (859) 509-5401

Ken Adams 90 E Horseshoe Ave. Upton, KY 42784 (270) 734-1443

PRESIDENT ELECT

PAST PRESIDENT

Steve Dunning 8200 Antioch Road Hopkinsville, KY 40513 (859) 223-0326

Bobby Foree 2440 Eminence Road Eminence, KY 40019 (502) 939-4607

VICE PRESIDENT Chris Cooper 2140 Tates Creek Road Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 200-7711

KCA PROGRAM CHAIRMAN Jeff Pettit 5745 US Highway 41 S Seebree, KY 42455

(270) 836-2963

KBC CHAIRMAN

Andy Bishop 6135 High Grove Road Cox’s Creek, KY 40013 (502) 350-7609

KBN CHAIRMAN

Cary King 250 Bright Leaf Drive Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (859) 734-2173

Joe Lowe, Vice President*......(270) 202-4399 Craig Thompson......................(270) 590-5174 Trent Jones.............................(270) 590-5266 Chuck Crutcher.......................(270) 272-6269 Alison Brockman....................(270) 403-1386 Steven Green..........................(270) 528-5723 Reva Richardson.....................(270) 735-2959 Mike Bullock..........................(270) 792-9644 Dr. Kenneth Green..................(270) 879-0229 Adam Maulden.......................(270) 590-1005 Kirk Cecil.................................(270) 692-7698 Hunter Galloway....................(731) 332-0098 Rayetta Boone........................(502) 817-9779 Gerry Bowman........................(270) 427-6922 Adam Estes..............................(270) 528-3904 Phyllis Gentry..........................(502) 549-3798

REGION 3

Nathan Lawson, Vice President*(502) 836-3879 Danny Cooper..........................(606) 782-4809 Wanda Hawkins......................(502) 321-5602 Irvin Kupper.............................(502) 633-6858

Jere Caldwell† - Boyle

2001

Larry Clay - Perry

1974-77

Smith T. Powell† - Lincoln

2002

Jack Kimbrough† - Shelby

1978-79

Larry Lovell - Union

2003

Mark Williams - Crittenden

1980-82

John Masters† - Mason

2004

Paul Napier - Lincoln

1983-85

Seldon Hail† - Laurel

2005

Eddie Young - Washington

1986-87

Bob Vickery† - Wayne

2006

Greg Ritter† - Barren

1988

Glenn Mackie - Bourbon

2007

Don Pemberton - Christian

1989

Dale Lovell - Muhlenberg

2008

Billy Glenn Turpin - Madison

1990

Steve Henshaw† - Union

2009

Scotty Parsons - Christian

1991

Jerry Fraim - Grayson

2010

Corinne Kephart - Shelby

1992

Glen Massengale† - Wayne

2011

Greg Robey - Mercer

1993

Dell King - Christian

2012

Mike Bach - Bath

1994

Kenneth Lowe - Warren

2013

Don Reynolds - Hart

1995

Dr. J.L.Cole - Monroe

2014

Steve Downs - Marion

1996

Harvey Mitchell - Mercer

2015

Gary Woodall - Logan

1997

Jim Naive† - Spencer

2016

David Lemaster - Clark

1998

Shelby Hughes - Logan

2017

Chuck Crutcher - Hardin

1999

Hoppy Lovell - Barren

2018

Bobby Foree - Henry

2000

Charles Miller - Jessamine

†(Deceased)

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Jeremy Jones*.........................(859) 749-2233 Lisa Baesler.......................................................

David Lemaster.......................(859) 749-0258 Ron Ray...................................(859) 825-8516 Bo Tate....................................(859) 661-2325 Donovan Pigg..........................(859) 749-9675 Randy Werner........................(859) 771-5280 Danielle Harmon.....................(606) 748-8059 Ronnie Lowe...........................(606) 782-5058 Clay Wills.................................(859) 749-8248 Jason Crowe............................(859) 582-0761

REGION 5

Phillip Reese, Vice President*(859) 339-0450 Herman Benge.........................(859) 583-7824 Steve Downs...........................(270) 865-2611 Brent Woodrum......................(859) 397-1078 Ian Thomas..............................(859) 613-2453 Anne Bays................................(615) 478-8450 Danny Ray Spalding................(859) 336-0444 Greg Robey...............................(859) 734-0067 Eddie Young.............................(859) 262-5682 Adam Chunglo.........................(859) 613-2985 C. Mike Spalding....................(270) 669-6587 Tommy Glasscock....................(270) 692-4336 * Denotes member of Executive committee

VOLUME 32 • ISSUE 3 176 PASADENA DRIVE • LEXINGTON, KY 40503 PHONE: (859) 278-0899 • FAX: (859) 260-2060 WWW.KYCATTLE.ORG • INFO@KYCATTLE.ORG

KCA’S PAST PRESIDENTS: 1972-73

Alan Bryant...............................(502) 548-1388 Kevin Perkins............................(502) 269-7189 Larry Bryant.............................(502) 845-4615 Maynard Steton........................(502) 609-7986 Jerry Oak.................................(502) 255-7502 John Allison.............................(502) 845-2806 Lincoln Clifford........................(859) 954-0102

Executive Vice President Dave Maples

Membership Coordinator Nikki Whitaker

Staff Accountant Kelly Tucker

Communications Manager Jacob Redway

Director of Kentucky Beef Network Becky Thompson

Publication Coordinator Carey Brown

KBN Industry Coordinator Dan Miller

Graphic Designer Todd Brown

KBC Director of Education Niki Ellis

Office Manager Mackenzie Miller

KBC Director of Product Development Katelyn Hawkins

National Advertising Sales, Livestock Advertising Network, Debby Nichols (859) 321-8770, Bernie Scheer (859) 421-5783, Cathy Campbell (609) 581-7644

COW COUNTRY NEWS is published monthly by THE KENTUCKY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION. The publisher reserves the right to refuse any material which he feels is unsuitable for the publication. Although the highest journalistic ethics will be maintained, the KENTUCKY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION limits its responsibilities for any errors, inaccuracies, or misprints in advertising or editorial copy. Advertisers and advertising agencies assume liability for all content of advertisements made against the publisher.

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PRESIDENT’S THOUGHTS TIM WHITE Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association President What a rainy year we have had! The excessive amount of rain we have received has made our jobs as cattle producers much more difficult. Our fight with the mud has been an uphill battle; however, it is not something that we can ignore. The mud is inevitable with large amounts of rain, but there are many things we can do to compromise for the challenges we face.

This horrific weather weakens our cattle’s immune systems making them more susceptible to sickness. It is essential that we get our High Mag Mineral out early to prevent illnesses that are detrimental to our herd, such as Grass Tetany. Many Veterinarians have shared that they have already seen cases of Grass Tetany, and are expecting to see more. It is important that we keep this in mind as we enter peak calving season when our cattle are more susceptible to it.

The Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association has designed the Eden Shale farm as a resource to introduce new production

methods and technology to provide examples of ways to improve our operations. They are experimenting with new ways to manage the mud, and I encourage all the members to utilize this learning tool to increase your herd stability and ultimately your profitability.

Along with abundant amounts of mud, another issue that we are facing on a national level is the Electronic Logging Device and the new regulations that come with it. The many KCA members that attended the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association National Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana, were informed on the current status of the exemption.

The NCBA has negotiated an exemption for livestock animals until September 30th.

During this time, the NCBA will be advocating for either a change in the hours of service or a complete exemption for livestock haulers. As they are working to achieve this goal, I encourage you all to contact our Congressmen and

urge them to convey the importance of this exemption to the National Trade and Safety Board. One way to do this is by joining us April 3rd on our trip to Washington D.C. to the NCBA Legislative Conference where we will visit with our Senators and Representatives to talk about the current issues in our industry.

It will be a one day trip; we will fly out in the morning, do our visits at Capitol Hill, then fly back home that night. The shorter trip makes it easier for more members to attend, and I encourage all of you to join us on this important mission, there is power in numbers.

Another issue gaining popularity is the emergence of “fake meat.” We have seen what happened to our friends in the dairy industry when alternative forms of milk were introduced. Many families lost their farms and livelihood due to decrease in consumption of traditional milk products. After witnessing the devastating impacts on the dairy industry, we should be prepared to take a stand against these alternative protein

sources.

The KCA has already taken action by joining forces with Representative Meredith and Representative Heath who have cosponsored a bill to regulate the labeling and food safety of fake meat. We also have the Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, Senator Hornback, on our side. Hopefully by the time you are reading this, the bill will already have been passed through the House and the Senate and will be a new state law. It is of the utmost importance that we as cattlemen join together to stand up for our products and our industry. Although these issues seem large and intimidating, we must advocate for the betterment of our industry. I hope that these issues have sparked a fire to increase our involvement in these problems that we will face. I encourage you all to dig deeper into these controversial topics, and be prepared to take action as the need arises. As always, have a blessed month.

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Dennis Craig • Randy Sparks 2661 Clintonville Road • Winchester, KY 40391 Sammy Ayres, Manager 859-983-9488

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COMMISSIONER’S CORNER

CULTIVATING THE NEXT GENERATION RYAN QUARLES Commissioner of Agriculture Deep roots grow leaders. That’s how Kentucky’s agricultural community develops leaders for our future. “Deep roots grow leaders” is also the theme of this year’s Ag Tag campaign to raise funds to invest in organizations building the leaders of tomorrow.

Kentucky farmers recently may have received a note from their county clerk with a reminder to renew their farm vehicle license plates. At the clerk’s office, they may see a poster featuring our state 4-H and FFA officers asking to make a voluntary donation of up to $10 to the Ag Tag Fund. Donations are divided equally among Kentucky 4-H, Kentucky FFA, and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture (KDA). Half of the 4-H and FFA funds go back to the county where the tag is

purchased.

At the KDA, we use our share of the fund for initiatives that promote agriculture in Kentucky, such as the Kentucky Leopold Conservation Award and the Kentucky Ag Athletes of the Year scholarship program that we conduct annually with the Kentucky High School Athletic Association. The fund supports many commodity organizations and events, from the Kentucky Agricultural Leadership Program (KALP) to AgLand at the Kentucky State Fair.

Kentucky FFA provides over $20,000 in grants to agriculture programs to make a capital investment in their curriculum or facilities. It provides $1,000 to each of the 12 FFA regions to recognize students at regional FFA banquets and more

than $13,000 of travel scholarships for Kentucky FFA members who compete at the National FFA Convention. It also supports statewide initiatives such as the Kentucky FFA website, state officer leadership development, and support for teacher educators at the university level.

The Kentucky 4-H Foundation uses its portion of its Ag Tag funds to support statewide programs such as STEM events, Issues Conference, the Performing Arts Troupe, 4-H Summit, and state officer scholarships.

County 4-H councils use Ag Tag dollars to provide opportunities, such as 4-H camp scholarships and travel for life-changing, educational experiences, to enable local 4-H youth to grow as leaders and engaged citizens. FFA chapters are free to use

the money to meet the greatest need in their community, such as FFA jackets for students in need or helping cover travel costs to leadership events.

As an FFA kid, a 4-H Cloverbud, and now your ag commissioner, I can tell you firsthand how hard Kentucky FFA, Kentucky 4-H, and the KDA strive to cultivate the next generation of leaders, citizens, farmers, and agribusiness operators.

Your support of the Ag Tag Fund will help us achieve that goal.

Kentucky farmers donated more than $612,000 to the Ag Tag Fund last year, but we believe there is plenty of room to grow. Please consider making a voluntary donation to the Ag Tag Fund so that our roots can continue growing strong leaders for the Commonwealth.

Intake Limiting Creep Feed Program – Ranger® Choice Creep Limiter Concern is often expressed about creep feeding and calves getting fat, resulting in discounts for overconditioning. A high starch content creep feed product is commonly the culprit in these situations.

Excessive intake of a creep feed is another concern resulting in poor incremental conversions and poor economics. Adding muscle and frame growth, not just weight gain, with a controlled low intake of creep feed and creating added returns for producers is now possible.

In addition to the Ranger® Choice Creep product, there are other options to provide nutrition with intake control. The Ranger® line includes five different complete feed limiters and three concentrate limiters to mix on-farm or at the store with other feedstuffs. Each is designed to meet different forage and cattle situations that may be unique to your operation.

During the summer of 2018 – July 24 through Oct 2 - four groups of cow/calf pairs in Virginia were sorted and assigned to similar sized pastures. Pairs were sorted for uniformity: age of calves, sex of calves, first calf heifers and age spread of mature cows to minimize age and sex influence. Bull battery was the same for all cows via AI and clean-up bulls.

No Creep Ranger® Choice Creep Limiter Start date: 7-24-2018 7-24-2018 End date: 10-2-2018 10-2-2018 No. of Head 94 89 Start weight: 445# 461# End weight: 529# 596# ADG 1.21# 1.95# Total gain: 84# 135# Creep intake: 3.2#/hd/day Calf value: $909.80 ($1.72) $1,001.28 ($1.68) Creep cost: $35.82/hd Net increased value $55.62 calf

Forage was abundant in all pastures such that clipping was necessary to cut back seed head volume. The typical August dormant condition did not occur in 2018. Would calves still improve performance with a creep on such excellent forage?

All calves, creep or not, are of good genetic quality, healthy and expressed growth. However, calves on the Ranger® Choice Creep Limiter were glossy, thick and more dense appearing, but not fat.

Timing and conditions determine the appropriate start and length of creep feeding. Beef brood cows will begin to decline in milk production about 3 months post-calving (they’re not dairy cows). This is at a time in the calf’s life that the transition to a fully functioning ruminant begins and growth rates increase depending upon nutrition available. It is common at 60-70 days pre-weaning, milk supply is very limited and forage cannot meeting the genetic ability of the calf to grow. Supplying a controlled intake creep with energy and protein provides very efficient gains and conversions at this phase.

Ranger® Limiter is available at your local Southern States

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Amburgey Charolais Farm

FROM DAVE’S DESK DAVE MAPLES Executive Vice President The National Farm Machinery Show is a big deal for the Commonwealth of Kentucky the city of Louisville and the Kentucky Venues (Kentucky Fairgrounds and Exposition Center) in particular. This event is by far the most profitable even for the Kentucky Venues property. I was talking with one of the Louisville area food distributors before the show and he was sharing with me that many involved in the Louisville restaurant industry like the farm show week better than any other week of the year, even more so than derby week!

Over the years as I worked the KCA booth and talk to the many visitors they share their stories of a long history of never missing the National Farm Machinery show. People come from many states and several countries. The restaurants see a pattern in that they have out of town guests that come back year after year and many times eat the same meal. All of Kentucky should be proud of this annual agriculture event.

The many conversations that I have had this year with farmers across Kentucky and many surrounding states have been rather depressing. Most all conversations start with the weather and then mud and then they tell about how hard it has been on their cattle.

One gentleman just said, “It was flat depressing.”

I know it is hard but we have to move forward. I was personally a victim of the “lost generation of agriculture” as one person described to me a couple of years ago. You see I graduated from WKU in 1981 and went home to the farm. Interest rates hit 21% on one of our loans and beef demand was in the beginning of a 15 year downhill spiral.

It just about brought my family down, Dad and Granddad made it by the slimmest of margins but I didn’t, so I had to get a job. All I ever wanted to do was farm. But I will say that it has been a blessing. I have met many wonderful people that I would have not met if I was still on the farm. I have a beautiful wife and a wonderful career out of the deal. I get to talk with and visit many farm families. Now thirty years later we have our own small farm that my

Annual Bull & Female Sale **NEW DATE**

two children treasure. I look back at the many classmates that I had in animal science class at WKU and I don’t think there is a single one that is a full time farmer today. Many are still involved in agriculture but not farming as a primary occupation.

I spoke to an agriculture class at the University of Kentucky this month and we talked about what is happening in the beef industry today. There are 6.5 million more cattle today than in 2014 that includes 3 million more beef cows, 2 million more feeder cattle, and 1.5 million more cattle on feed. When you consider that there is 800 million more pounds of pork and 550 million more pounds of poultry forecasted to hit the market in 2019 one could become depressed easily. I did however show the class that beef exports were up 11% in 2018 and forecasted to be up another 6% in 2019. The balance of trade improved 1.3 billion pounds between 2015 and 2018, offsetting 40% of the production growth. Per capita net beef consumption is up from a low mark in 2014 and the U.S. consumer expenditures on beef have shown a steady 20 year growth. Case in point if beef demand had not grown the last 20 years calf prices would be $50/cwt lower according to cattlefax data.

Our U.S. beef product is getting better every year. There has been a 50% increase in prime and choice production since 2004. We have a superior product and we are going to have to strive to continue to produce an even better product. One of my conversations at the farm show was with a pork producer and he was telling me that one of the pork processing plants would only take hogs from a prescribed breed composition. The poultry farmer I talked with just minutes later told me that there integrator would not allow the use of antibiotics so the growth rate had really slowed down and the profit was not as good as before. But they are doing what the consumers ask for.

I know the weather is bad and the economics are not good but something good is out ahead.

Saturday, April 13, 2019 12 PM

Followed with the Commercial Cow Sale Blue Grass Stockyards East, Mt. Sterling, KY (1/2 mile off I-64 at exit 113)

Selling:

Charolais Bulls

Performance tested, good disposition, semen checked

Bred & Open Heifers For More Information Contact: Robert Amburgey Blue Grass Stockyards East 3171 Camargo Road Tim Gayheart Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 (859) 498-9625 (859) 498-2764 Home (859) 404-3751 Mobile

28th Annual

SERAA

Southeast Red Angus Association

Grasstime Auction

Saturday, April 6, 2019 at Noon (Central) Cullman Stockyards, Cullman, Alabama

Selling 90+ Registered Lots…

Cow/Calf Pairs | Bred Females | Heifer Calves | Excellent Bull Selection | Embryos and Semen

For more information: SERAA Grasstime Sale Chairman Rhonda Deist: 931-625-2001

Featuring an elite set of Red Angus genetics like this past sale feature…

Auction Management by: Gilchrist Auction Co. / Kyle and Lisa Gilchrist Kyle: 641-919-1077 • Lisa: 515-669-9945 redcowseller@yahoo.com

View catalog online at:

Watch and bid online at:

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Smithland Angus Farm Since 1940

23rd Annual Smithland Angus Bull & Female Sale

Friday, March 8, 2019 • 6:30 p.m. (CST) Russell County Stockyard • Russell Springs, KY

SELLING:

40 PERFORMANCE ANGUS BULLS - 30 FALL YEARLINGS - 10 SPRING YEARLINGS

30 BRED REGISTERED HEIFERS 10 OPEN REGISTERED HEIFERS

SIRES REPRESENTED: BALDRIDGE BRONC PVF INSIGHT KCF BENNETT FORTRESS MISGRAVE MEDIATOR KCF BENNETT HOMSTEAD VAR GENERATION 2100

Smithland Angus Farm

Call for a free catalog!

5202 East Hwy. 80 • Russell Springs, KY 42642 Charles (Bud) B. & Pam Smith 270-866-3898 • cell 270-576-2708 Henry Bryan & Melissa Smith 270-866-2311 • cell 606-271-7520 smithlan@duo-county.com

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COMMENTARY

HOME AND 110 ACRE FARM FOR SALE

COW ATTACK BAXTER BLACK, DVM On the Edge of Common Sense “What happened to your pickup seat? Is that buffalo track?”

Well, I guess you had to be there. We had a cow attack.

It all began when me and Roy went out to check the cows.

We’d finished lunch and watched our ‘soap’ and forced ourselves to rouse.

We’s pokin’ through the heavy bunch for calves to tag and check.

I spotted one but his ol’ mom was bowin’ up her neck.

She pawed the ground and swung her head a’slingin’ froth and spit Then bellered like a wounded bull. ‘Say, Roy,’ I says, ‘let’s quit!’

For sale by owner: 110 acres with a brick home, a lake, 3 ponds, 3 barns and a shop. Nice farm with a mixture of cropland, pasture and woodland joining North Rolling Fork River. Farm features a livestock barn with a log pen and loft, tobacco barn with equipment or hay shed, silo with feed way and metal horse barn with stalls. The home has a large open kitchen and living room combo, huge sunroom with a gas fireplace, 3 bedrooms, utility room and 1.5 baths on main floor, a large deck that also serves as 2-car carport. Walk-out basement has 2 additional bedrooms with full bath, large open area with den-kitchen combo and office. Home has central heat and air and a wood stove in basement. This property offers country life at its best with opportunities to hunt and fish - plenty of wildlife.

But Roy was bent on taggin’ him and thought to make a grab.

‘Just drive up there beside the calf, I’ll pull him in the cab.’

Oh, great. Another stroke of genius, of cowboy derring do.

Shur nuf when Roy nabbed the calf, his mama came in too.

And I do mean climbed up in there! Got a foot behind the seat Punched a horn right through the windshield and she wasn’t very neat.

She was blowin’ stuff out both ends till the cab was slick and green It was on the floor and on the roof and on the calf vaccine.

If you’ve been inside a dryer at the local laundromat With a bear and fifty horseshoes then you know just where I’s at.

At one point she was sittin’ up, just goin’ for a ride But then she tore the gun rack down. The calf went out my side.

I was fightin’ with my door lock which she’d smashed a’passin’ by When she peeked up through the steering wheel and looked me in the eye.

We escaped like paratroopers out the window, landed clear.

But the cow just kept on drivin’ cause the truck was still in gear.

She topped a hump and disappeared. The blinker light came on But if she turned I never saw, by then the truck was gone.

I looked at Roy, ‘My truck is wrecked. My coveralls are soaked.

I’ll probably never hear again. I think my elbow’s broke.

And look at you. Yer pitiful. All crumpled up and stiff Like you been eat by wild dogs and pooped over a cliff.’

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‘But think about it,’ Roy said. ‘Since Granpa was alive, I b’lieve that that’s the firstest time I’ve seen a cattle drive.

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(L to R) Glenn Hill, Doris Hill and Isaac Marcum, President of MCBCA Submitted by Janice Jackson The Madison County Beef Cattle Association presented Doris and Glenn Hill with the Outstanding Service Award for 2018 in recognition of their years of devoted service to the Association. They were honored at the MCBCA Annual Meeting held at the Extention Office on December 13.

There were approximately 140 in attendance at the MCBCA Annual Meeting. A delicious ribeye dinner was served. The program included a presentation by Multimin USA who helped sponsor the meal.

Submitted by Nancy Doyle The Simpson County Cattlemen’s Association meeting was held February 12, 2019 at the Blewitt-Bradley Building in Franklin, KY. The guest speaker was Dr. Hunter Galloway from Hampton Meats in Hopkinsville, KY. Dr. Galloway discussed how to more appropriately select beef at the grocery store based on grade and price. He also demonstrated

how to properly select marinades and use them most effectively. The Simpson County Cattlemen Association appreciate Dr. Galloway’s presentation.

We welcome everyone to the Simpson County Cattlemen meeting. You will always learn something to improve profit on your cattle. Our next meeting will be April 27th, 2019 in Franklin, KY.

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FEATURE would elevate Kentucky as a cattleproducing state and help producers in terms of shipping costs, as well as help improve the economy for Kentucky farmers. “ I think that a cow harvesting and steer harvesting plant could be the most monumental thing that we could do in the cattle industry in Kentucky to help every producer” said White.

The introduction of a large scale kill plant would help to cut down on costs associated with shipping out West.

Another goal of Whites’ is to not only increase membership, but to increase involvement among members, using the annual convention to do so. A piece of advice that White had for those who might want to become more involved with the association is to look into the Young Producers Council and for those who are younger, KJCA. White also encourages

young producers to find a mentor to give them advice and to lend them wisdom.

“The majority of this industry and its older producers want to see new people coming in” said White, looking back at his own start in the industry.

White commended the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association for their success in their existing programs, such as with the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef and with the Eden Shale Farm, but also pushes for more growth and innovation to take the programs to the next level.

The opportunity to make a difference in the Kentucky cattle industry and with KCA is evident as White begins his year.

“When something relates to me, I need to be involved,” said White “I need to be informed on what’s happening, can I help make it better, and that how I look at Kentucky Cattlemen’s.”

MEET YOUR 2019 KCA PRESIDENT

TIM WHITE Sabrina Shaver In life, the best at what they do are the ones who love what they do. Tim White, 2019 Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association President, is a firm believer of that statement, one which he has made a part of his own life and engrained in the minds of his two children.

As a young Eastern Kentucky University graduate with a degree in Livestock Management, White traveled down to Florida where he worked on a cattle ranch. In 1990, White began his own operation with his wife, Amy, which has grown to 2400 acres today. Over the past few years, Tim and Amy have raised their two children while maintaining their farm in both Jessamine and Fayette County. Raising Angus, Red Angus and Semi-Angus, Tim and Amy White have worked their way up in the Kentucky cattle industry.

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White is no stranger to the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association or to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.

White is not only a long-time member of the Jessamine County Cattlemen’s, but a founder of the Fayette County Cattlemen’s. “I want to see all other farmers and cattlemen be successful” said White, giving praise to the education provided to KCA members as well as the sense of community that it brings.

As well as being an active member with KCA, White has also served on the NCBA board.

White hit the ground running this year, a firm believer in the integrity and determination of the industry, one of Whites goals for the year is to gather a state-wide committee to examine the feasibility of a large scale kill plant in the state and to start-up the project. The addition of a large scale kill plant facility COW COUNTRY •

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Poultry Producers • Building a Finer Flock: Improving Hatchling Quality • Food Safety and the Need for Improved Pathogen Control • Eggciting Times Ahead: Innovations in Poultry Production

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When a free-fall parachuting accident left him with a broken back, Grylls’ grit and determination guided his long recovery. He went on to become one of the youngest people to reach the summit of Mount Everest.

Agriculture focus sessions include topics such as*: Beef: • Beef's Carbon Footprint: Setting the Record Straight • The Future of Antibiotics: Will the Consumer be King?

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internally to become more adaptive and entrepreneurial.

The conference experience extends beyond superior presentation content, with attendees invited to embark on area tours throughout the Bluegrass and network with peers from across the globe. They’ll enjoy first-class dining and entertainment at the Kentucky Night celebration, held at the famous Kentucky Horse Park. International Night will feature cuisine from around the world, as well as the finale of the Pearse Lyons Art of Innovation Cocktail Competition. Join us as bartenders from China, Ireland and the United States vie for a cash prize and the chance to help develop the next innovative whiskey from Town Branch Distillery.

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JACKSON COUNTY Submitted by Sarah McQueen On Tuesday, February 5, 2019 over 75 cattle producers from Clay, Jackson and Laurel Counties participated in the first of two sessions on Bull Value Assessment hosted at Annville Baptist Church. The purpose of this educational program is to improve beef farmers’ ability to purchase the correct bull for their management conditions, in a cost effective manner, and then manage the bull properly to facilitate reproductive success.

University of Kentucky Extension Beef Specialist, Dr. Darrh Bullock, and IRM Coordinator Ben Crites, provided information on how to match genetics to management, breeding soundness exams, bull nutritional and health management and the economic considerations of each of these topics.

On February 12, 2019, these same farmers participated in a mock auction at the WTA Beef Facility in East Bernstadt, Kentucky. During the mock auction,

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farmers got to apply the knowledge they learned during the information session on February 5. Essentially, the program will equip beef farmers with the knowledge and skills necessary to make positive economic decisions when selecting a bull for their management goals.

Program sponsor: Statewide KADF Funds. Tri-County Meetings sponsored

by Wilderness Trail Alliance Next event: March 14 at 6:30pm at Gray Hawk Reformed Church. Southern States will be discussing fertilize application and herbicide treatment. We hope to see you there!

To learn more about the Jackson County Cattlemen’s Association, or to become a member contact us! jccattlemen@gmail.com • 606-287-7693 facebook.com/groups/JCCA2012/

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CAT T L E TA K I N G A H IT F RO M THE WETTEST YEAR ON RECORD Aimee Nielson 2018 was Kentucky’s wettest year on record, and the new year seems to be more of the same. This means most livestock producers are dealing with less than ideal conditions, and cattle are showing signs of stress.

“It is important to understand this winter has been relatively easy temperaturewise but difficult for cattle in Kentucky,” said Michelle Arnold, ruminant extension veterinarian for the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. “Cows of all ages are losing weight now at levels typically seen in late winter.”

Prolonged cloudy, wet weather with regular bouts of rain has resulted in muddy conditions that require substantially more energy in feed just to maintain body heat.

“Hay quality is also exceptionally poor this year, as much of it was cut very ripe, rained on while curing and baled with enough moisture to support mold growth,” Arnold said.

Winter feeding programs on many farms aren’t enough to support cattle this year, especially those in late pregnancy or early lactation, or their newborn calves, even though bitter cold hasn’t been a factor to this point.

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Arnold explained that cattle have several defenses against cold, the first of which is their hair coat. The coat grows longer in the winter and helps conserve heat and repel cold. If an animal’s coat cover is wet and muddy, its energy requirements can easily double, especially if the animal has no wind protection.

“Energy from intake of hay that is adequate for maintenance in normal years is falling far short of the requirement this year,” she said. “Cold conditions are not too difficult for cattle, but when rain and wind are added, heat loss is multiplied several times by the effects of conduction and evaporation. Under these circumstances, the ‘wind chill factor’ referred to by the meteorologist has real meaning to a cow.”

To combat this, producers need to supplement cattle with adequate energy and protein sources. Hay of unknown nutritional quality often does not provide enough nutrition to meet the animal’s basic requirements. This will result in depletion of body fat stores, followed by breakdown of muscle protein and finally death due to insufficient nutrition.

“Typically, near the end of most winters, both veterinary diagnostic laboratories in Kentucky receive older beef cows for COW COUNTRY •

necropsy,” Arnold said. “This winter, malnutrition cases include young cows and pre-weaning/weaning age calves, indicating serious nutritional deficiencies in the feedstuffs, especially the hay produced last summer. The producer may first notice a cow getting weak in the rear end. Later she is found down and is unable to stand. Death follows within a day or two after going down. Multiple animals may die within a short period of time.”

At necropsy, the pathologist may find a thin animal with no body fat stores, but the rumen is full of bulky, dry forage material which is poor quality hay. Even the small seam of fat normally found on the surface of the heart is gone, indicating the last storage area in the body for fat has been used up.

Despite having had access to free choice hay, these cattle died from starvation.

Although hay may look and smell good, unless a producer tests the hay for nutritional content, he or she does not know the true feed value of that harvested forage.

“It is often difficult for producers to bring themselves to the realization that cattle can actually starve to death while consuming all of the hay they can eat,”

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Arnold said.

She also encouraged producers to look at their mineral supplementation, as copper and selenium levels have been far below acceptable levels this year. Deficiencies can lead to multiple problems, and it’s best to address them before they get to that point.

“We want producers to understand how important it is to test their hay. It is simple, inexpensive, and the results are easy to interpret,” Arnold said. “Your local Cooperative Extension Service office can help you. Other than that, review your nutrition program, and if your cows are losing weight, consider supplemental feed to get them through the rest of the winter.”

UK beef specialists Kevin Laurent, Jeff Lehmkuhler, and Roy Burris created an online supplemental feeding tool at http://forage-supplementtool.ca.uky.edu/, where producers may enter hay test values and stage of production to help find appropriate supplements for many operations.

Producers should still monitor intake and body condition through the winter and make sure cattle have clean drinking water and access to a complete mineral supplement.

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SPRING GRAZING: NO GRASS TO TOO MUCH GRASS CHRIS D. TEUTSCH UK Research and Education Center at Princeton

Sometimes it seems like finding a happy medium is difficult! In the spring we can’t wait for the grass to start growing and then all at once it is too much! This time of the year can often be one of the most challenging times of the year for graziers.

Grass growth goes from nonexistent to excessive in a matter of weeks and in many cases grazing livestock have a hard time keeping up with it. This can result in lower quality forage that is less palatable.

In addition, the growth of new forage can be suppressed not removing the growing point of our cool-season grasses. The presence of the growing point suppresses tiller formation at the base of the grass plant. The following suggestions can help you to control spring growth and get the most out of your spring pastures.

• Implement rotational grazing.

In order to fully utilize the spring flush of pasture growth YOU must be in control of grazing. In a continuous grazing system, the cows are in charge.

By utilizing rotational stocking, you start to make the decisions.

• Start grazing before you think the pastures are ready. One of the most common mistakes that graziers make is waiting too long to start grazing in the spring. If you wait until the first paddock is ready to graze, by the time you reach the last paddock it will be out of control. Starting early allows you to establish a “grazing wedge” (Figure 1).

• Rotate animals rapidly. The general rule is that if grass is growing rapidly then your rotation should be rapid.

This will allow you stay ahead of the grass by topping it off and keeping it in a vegetative state.

• Do not apply spring nitrogen. Applying nitrogen in the spring will actually make the problem of too much grass at once even worse. In many cases you are better off to save your nitrogen for stockpiling in the fall.

• Remove most productive paddocks from rotation and harvest for hay.

Graze all paddocks until the pasture growth is just about to get away from you and then remove those productive paddocks from your rotation and allow them to accumulate growth for hay

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harvest.

• Increase stocking density in the spring.

If it is possible, a good option for utilizing spring growth is to increase your stocking density. This will allow you to harvest more of the available forage and convert it into a saleable product. This can be done by adding some stockers or thin cull cows to your rotation and then selling them when pasture growth slows.

• Even out seasonal distribution of forage by adding a warm-season grass.

Adding a well-adapted warm-season grass that produces the majority of its growth in July and August would allow you to increase your season long stocking rate to better utilize the spring flush of pasture growth.

• Bush-hog out of control pastures.

The benefits of clipping include maintaining pastures in a vegetative state, encouraging regrowth, and controlling weeds. Clipping pastures costs money, so make sure that the primary reason for bush-hogging is pasture management, not aesthetics.

• Stockpile out of control pastures.

Although forage quality decreases as the plant matures, the quality of spring stockpiled pasture may be sufficient for dry cows during the summer months, especially if it was clipped early to remove reproductive growth and allowed to regrow. This could be a cost-effective and simple way to provide additional grazing during the summer months.

One of the things I enjoy the most about grazing is there is no one size fits all solution. What works on your farm may not work on your neighbor’s. One of the most important features to build into your grazing system is flexibility. This will allow you to adapt as conditions change.

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No-till 6-8 lb/A red and 1-2 lb/A ladino white clover into closely grazed pasture. Make sure seed is placed no deeper than ½ inch.

Continue feeding hay until adequate forage exists to start spring grazing.

Smooth and reseed disturbed areas (see last month’s article).

Graze or feed hay on pastures that have been overseeded with clover to reduce competition from existing sod. Remove animals once clover seedlings are tall enough to get grazed off.

Provide free choice high magnesium mineral to prevent grass tetany.

Apply any needed lime and fertilizer.

Make plans to attend the one of the upcoming fencing schools.

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The lean-to-fat ratio gives a quantitative description of the composition of the product. A package with the label “80% fat free” indicates there is 20% fat in that product. It also can be labeled as 80/20, which is just another way of saying 80% lean, 20% fat. In order for a beef product to be labeled as a “lean” product there must be less than 10 grams of fat within each 100 grams, so less than 10%. To claim “extra lean”, each 100 grams of beef must contain less than 5 grams of fat, or 5%. There are a wide variety of supply, with the combinations and assortments of hamburger and ground beef that fit the need of each consumer.

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CHANGES TO CAIP BULL GENETIC IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM’S EXPECTED PROGENY DIFFERENCES (EPD) GUIDELINES D a r r h B u l l o c k , G e n e t i c s S p e c i a l i s t , U n i v e r s i t y o f Ke n t u c k y Expected Progeny Differences (EPD) are the best tool available for beef farmers to select bulls for most production traits such as calving ease, growth, reproduction, carcass traits and docility. These tools have been available to cattlemen since the 80’s and most have embraced them in their selection decisions. The good news is EPDs are continuing to get more precise in predicting the genetic potential of cattle. Two recent innovations have led to improved EPDs; genomic technologies and statistical methodologies.

The incorporation of genomics information into cattle evaluations that compute EPDs has improved the accuracy values of young bulls and most females.

For many traits it provides as much information as if the bull or cow were to have 20 or more progeny with data.

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For females that is more information than they can naturally provide in their lifetime and gives us a huge head start on young sires. This additional information gives us greater confidence that the EPDs on young bulls and females is closer reflecting their true genetic merit. Bottom line, it reduces the risk of making a mistake when buying your bull.

Seedstock producers are encouraged to have their young bulls genomically tested, along with sending in performance information on all of their bulls. By doing this commercial producers will be able to buy bulls with higher accuracies, thus less risk.

The changes that have occurred in statistical methodology has its roots in genomics, too. A new method was developed that better incorporates the

genomic information into computing EPDs. This method involves increasing the amount of information gained from the genomics test and improves our knowledge of how genetically related individuals are to each other. This results in improved accuracies and thus greater reliability in the EPDs. Due to these changes it became necessary to make adjustments to the CAIP Bull Genetic Improvement Program’s EPD Guidelines. For some breeds these changes will appear to be very subtle, but for others the changes were significant.

Therefore, please pay close attention to the revised EPD guidelines when selecting bulls through the CAIP program. Also, be sure that the EPDs that you are being provided are up to date. The best way to check this is on the breed association’s

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webpage. Most breeds allow you to put in the bulls registration number and get the most current EPDs for that bull. EPDs on the bull you are considering buying should be from no earlier than fall 2018 and preferably more recent.

The CAIP Bull Genetic Improvement Program has made a positive change to the beef herd of Kentucky. When used properly, this program helps beef producers target the best type of bull to fit their needs and provides guidelines to assist in the selection of a suitable bull.

Along with Breeding Soundness Exams and educational programs, Kentucky beef farmers are putting the right kinds of bulls that will get cows bred in their herds. With improvements to EPDs and the represented changes in the guidelines this will only get better in the future.

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TRYING TO MAKE SENSE OF THE CURRENT CULL COW MARKET Kenny Burdine, Associate Extension Professor for Livestock Marketing and Management $90

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Figure 1. Cull Cow Prices – Boning 80-85% KY Auctions ($ per cwt) Despite the fact that calf prices ended 2018 roughly $8 per cwt lower than 2017, taking another bite out cow-calf returns, cull cow markets have been getting most of the attention as of late.

Cull cow markets typically have one of our more predictable seasonal patterns.

Prices tend to be lowest late in the year and move up to make their highs in late spring or early summer. The dotted black line in Figure 1 shows this pattern for 85% boning cows from 2010 to 2016, but 2017 and 2018 have similar trends. Let’s start by discussing why this is the typical seasonal pattern for cull cow prices.

First, we tend to sell more cull cows late in the year. The majority of our cows calve in the spring and cow-calf operators like to sell their cull cows when they sell their weaned calves. One could also argue that cows are likely in poor condition at that time, which may also affect the prices they receive. At the same time, there have always been individuals who purchase cull cows with the intention of keeping

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them for a short time and reselling them or trying to get another calf out of them.

The cost of doing this is higher late in the year because we are several months away from pasture growth. This higher cost structure is reflected in lower values for those cows.

Admittedly, there has to be more than seasonality at play this year, as the drop has seemed to be larger than usual. Plus, while Figure 1 shows a state average price for 85% boning cows in the upper $130’s, I am hearing a lot of reports of much lower prices on given days at given locations.

As I work to think through what is going on, I would point to three factors that are a bit unique to the current market.

cow slaughter was 7.2% higher in 2018 than 2017. While beef cow slaughter is actually up by larger percentage than dairy cow slaughter for the year, dairy slaughter was up by roughly 10% in both October and November. This basic supply comparison explains part of what is making the current situation unique.

Secondly, I think we have to acknowledge that weather is partly to blame here. Cold and wet conditions are never supportive to cattle prices and the last several months have been just that. In addition to affecting the demand for cull cows, weather like this also has an impact on their quality. Cattle are stressed, thin, and simply are not as marketable.

First, we are seeing larger than normal cow slaughter. Figure 2 depicts federally inspected cow slaughter, by month, for 2017 and 2018. Cow slaughter in 2018 has exceeded 2017 levels in all 11 months for which data existed at the time of this writing. For the first 11 months,

Third, I want to mention something that I brought up in my December article in Off-the-Hoof. There is no denying that we are seeing increased production levels across beef, pork, and poultry.

The Agricultural Economics Department publishes the Economic and Policy Update towards the end of each month. Each issue features articles written by extension personnel within the department and other experts across the country.

Topics will vary greatly but regularly include marketing, management, policy, natural resources, and rural development issues. If you would like to recieve this newsletter by email, please contact Kenny Burdine at kburdine@uky.edu.

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My colleague in Oklahoma, Dr. Darrell Peel made a good point in Oklahoma

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State’s Cow/Calf Corner newsletter back in the fall. He suggested that increased pork and poultry supplies may be having a disproportionately large impact on ground beef. I think this makes sense, given that the price levels for most pork and poultry products are more comparable to ground beef than middle meats.

Since cull cows tend to be a largely ground beef market, it makes sense that cull cow markets would be more impacted than steers and heifers.

Regardless, I still view this cull cow market as a short-term phenomenon.

Granted, we will have to contend with growing meat supplies and the bulk of winter still lies ahead. But, while the increased supply of cull cows could be a signal of the cycle turning, this level of year-over-year increase won’t be sustained. Like is often the case in cattle markets, spring weather is probably the best cure for this problem.

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POTENTIAL 2019-2020 CORN AND SOYBEAN BALANCE SHEETS AND PRICE POTENTIAL Todd Davis, Assistant Extension Professor, Grain Marketing, UK Research & Education Center Acreage Increased by 1.0 Million

Acreage Increased by 2.9 Million

Acreage Increased by 1.0 Million

Acreage Increased by 2.9 Million

Planted Area

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$3.92

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At this point in January in normal years, the market typically shifts its focus to South America’s production and the potential 2019 planted area. This year isn’t a normal year as the delayed USDA reports have the market in an information limbo. However, it is worthwhile to consider how potential changes in the planted area might affect ending stocks and the 2019-20 U.S. marketing-year average (MYA) price.

The preliminary USDA Agricultural Baseline projections released in November suggested that corn area would increase by 2.9 million acres from 2018.

The agricultural media is publishing surveys of farmers that indicate they do not plan to change their rotation from 2018 even with lower soybean futures than last year. The farmer surveys suggest corn area may not increase as much as projected by USDA in November. Table 1 provides a sensitivity analysis of corn area increasing by 1 and 2.9 million acres, respectively, on ending stocks and the corn MYA price.

The sensitivity analysis performed in Table 1 uses the trend-yield of 178 bushels/acre with yields that are 2

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stocks to absorb a weather event that reduces production (Table 1). A yield of 172 bushels/acre with a 1 million acre increase in plated area could result in corn stocks at about a 6% stocks-to-use ratio, which would approach minimum pipeline levels.

If corn area increases by 1 million acres and obtains trend-yields, corn stocks could continue to decline to about 1.4 billion bushels or a 9.3% stocks-touse ratio (Table 1). Even with above trend yields, ending stocks could still decline from the 2018-19 marketingyear. A conservative projection of the U.S. marketing-year average price is that corn prices could increase by $0.10 to $0.30 per bushel from the current projected U.S. MYA price for the 2018-19 marketing-year.

The preliminary projections released in early November 2018 projected 2019 soybean planted area to fall by over 6 million acres from 2018. Since the release of those projections, the November 2019 soybean contract has traded in an upward trend market and is about $0.80/bushel higher from the lows made in September 2018. The sensitivity analysis conducted in Table 2 considers the soybean area reduced by 2 and 4 million acres from 2018, respectively.

could handle an increase in area with trend yields. The other message is that there is little relative cushion in

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bushels below trend and 2 bushels above trend. The beginning stocks for 2019-20 are the ending stocks from the December 2018 WASDE for the 2018-19 marketingyear. Total use is estimated to remain constant from the 2018-19 marketingyear, which is a conservative assumption.

Because corn has strong demand, a 2.9 million increase in planted area could still result in lower stocks if yields are at trend or below trend. The takeaway message from Table 1 is that the market

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If soybean area is reduced by 4 million acres and a trend-yield is harvested, soybean stocks could increase to over 1 billion bushels. The U.S. MYA price would potentially be $0.10/bushel below the current projected price for the 201819 marketing-year (Table 2). A risk for the soybean market is planted area declining by only 2 million acres from 2018. Given the potential for above-trend

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yields coupled with sluggish use, soybean stocks could continue to grow to over 1.1 billion bushels. Under that scenario, the U.S. MYA price could decline to $8.30/ bushel. Given the potential for a bearish story for 2019 soybeans, the current November 2019 soybean futures price is likely reflecting hope for a resolution to trade disruptions and large purchases from China.

Given the lack of updated USDA information, the potential balance sheets for the 2019-20 marketing-year remains somewhat of an academic exercise. However, the insight from this exercise is that the corn market can absorb additional area in 2019. The other takeaway is that soybeans need reduced area; however, strong market prices in the futures market may not motivate farmers to shed significant area. The local basis may provide the signal to farmers what to plant in 2019, as the soybean basis has been much wider than normal the last two harvests. Managers planning to sell corn or soybeans at harvest should monitor basis to gauge if basis contracts may be helpful in reducing basis risk at harvest.

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THE AGRICULTURE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2018 (2018 FARM BILL) William M. Snell, Extension Professor

The 2018 Farm Bill was passed by Congress and signed by the President last month. In reality, the structure of the 2018 Farm Bill is not much different than the previous farm bill (2014) with crop insurance, Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) remaining the main safety net components for program crops. This status quo outcome was largely a result political realities and budget constraints. Once the controversial debate over the nutrition title was resolved, the 2018 farm bill passed by huge bipartisan support in both the U.S. House and the U.S. Senate. Given the current situation and outlook for the U.S. farm economy, the structure of this legislation provides safety net benefits, but will not by itself relieve U.S./Kentucky agriculture from the current financial stress facing the sector.

Projected costs estimates reveal that nutrition programs will account for 76% of the funding for the life of the 2018 farm bill (2019-2023), compared to nearly 80% under the 2014 farm bill. Farm-related programs (commodity, conservation and crop insurance) comprise 23% of the total expenditures. The remaining one percent is split among other programs such as trade promotion, research/extension, horticulture, rural development, forestry, credit, energy and other miscellaneous programs.

The Congressional Budget Office indicates that the 2018 Farm Bill will be budget neutral over the ten year scoring period (2019-2028). Commodity support program funding is boosted primarily due to relatively low anticipated commodity prices and not due to major structural changes. Lower farm prices have led to lower premium subsidies for crop insurance outlays, which are also impacted by higher administrative fees for farmers selecting catastrophic coverage.

Conservation, trade promotion, research and extension, and horticulture (primarily local and regional food and value-added programs) received higher funding over the 2019-2023 period. Increased funding for these programs were made available from changes in an escrow account held by the nation’s rural electric cooperatives to pay off USDA loans as part of adjustments within the rural development title.

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• PLC reference prices will initially remain at the levels established under the 2014 farm bill, with an escalator provision allowing these safety net prices to increase by a maximum of 15% above their statutory level. Specifically, the effective reference price is calculated as the greater of 85% of the five year

2018 farm bill are summarized below.

Commodity Title: • Marketing loan rates for program crops are increased, but at a level, which if observed, would be devastating to the current depressed farm economy. (See Table 1) Loan Rate: 2018 vs 2014 ($/bu) 1/

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Table 1: Loan Rates and PLC Reference Prices • Producers will have the option to select between PLC or ARC for program crops on a crop-by- crop and farm-by-farm basis in 2019, and then again annually in 2021, 2022, and 2023. PLC remains the default option if producers do not make an election.

Olympic moving average price (which excludes high and low prices during the five year period) and the PLC reference prices established in the 2014 Farm Bill.

In reality, it will take a sustained period of commodity price increases during the life of the 2018 farm bill to elevate PLC

2018 Farm Bill ($428 Billion - 2019/2023)

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reference prices above their 2014 levels.

(See Table 1) • For PLC calculations, producers will have an opportunity to update their yield history in 2020, based on their yield history during the 2013 to 2017 crop years. Program yield changes for each farm bill crop will be limited to 90% of the average farm yield per planted acre from 2013-2017, adjusted by national yield trends.

• Yield data collected by the Risk Management Agency (RMA) will become the primary source of data for ARC yield calculations, replacing National Agricultural Statistical Service (NASS) survey data. Separate yields will be used for irrigated versus non-irrigated land in each county in calculating ARC payment guarantees. In addition, the yield plug used for ARC calculations will be increased from the 2014 farm bill level of 70% to 80% of the county transitional yield.

• Both PLC and ARC program payments will be suspended for producers who did not plant a program crop on their base acres over the past ten years. Under this situation, producers would be eligible to enroll these acres into the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) for five years at an annual payment rate of $18/ acre.

• Payment limitations (for ARC/PLC programs) remain at $125,000 per person or entity ($250,000 for married couples) for those individuals/entities whose Adjusted Gross Income (AGI) is less than $900,000. Payment eligibility is expanded to include cousins, nephews, and nieces who are deemed actively engaged in the farming operation.

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COMMODITY 7.3%

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The major risk management tool for dairy farmers (protecting farmers when the margin between milk prices and feed costs falls below producer-selected coverage levels) was maintained, but the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) was renamed the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program. In addition, the DMC calls for greater premium adjustments and coverage level options (increased coverage from $8/cwt to $9.50/cwt for the first 5 million pounds of production) to provide an improved safety net for dairy farmers,

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especially smaller dairies. For specific details, check out http://bit.ly/2BHhwD1 and http:// bit.ly/2GzvScK Conservation Title: • Increases Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) acres from 24 million to 27 million over time. CRP rental rates would be capped at 85% of local rental rates for general signup acres and 90% for continuous signup acres.

• Increases funding for conservation programs by $555 million during the life of the 2018 farm bill with increased funding for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), but lower funding for the Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP).

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• New incentives provided for producers who utilize cover crops, crop rotations, and other conservation practices that protect water quality.

Other Components • Hemp is removed from the controlled substance list, allowing the crop to be eligible for federal crop insurance, and federal research grants.

• Increases annual farm loan authorization to $10 billion, up from $4 billion and boosts the limits on guaranteed loans to $1.75 million per borrower (vs current limit of $700,000), with incentives for socially disadvantaged and beginning farmers.

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• Funding provided for broadband projects and programs to combat opioid addiction.

• Expanded research funding for organic research and extension programs, and specialty crop research.

• Maintains value-added producer grants, and funding for farmers markets, and local food promotion programs.

• Funding provided for beginning farmer programs.

• New funding for controlling animal disease breakouts.

The government shutdown has delayed USDA offering specific regulations related to the 2018 farm bill. So stay tuned for future developments as they evolve in the coming weeks/months. A copy of the entire 2018 Farm Bill can be accessed online at https://docs.house.gov/ billsthisweek/20181210/CRPT115hrpt1072.pdf

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J E N N I F E R H O U S T O N O F T E N N E S S E E TA K E S H E L M O F N AT I O N A L C AT T L E M E N ’ S B E E F A S S O C I AT I O N Nearly 9,000 at Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans (L to R) Jennifer Houston, Marty Smith, Jerry Bohn, Don Schiefelbein, Todd Wilkinson, Laurie Munns and Buck Wehrbein.

NEW ORLEANS, LA (Feb. 2, 2019) – Jennifer Houston of Sweetwater, Tenn., was named president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association at the organization’s annual meeting in New Orleans, La., Feb. 2. Houston had served as 2018 president-elect.

Houston and her husband, Mark, own and operate East Tennessee Auction Market in Sweetwater. She has been active in the beef industry for more than 30 years, first serving at the state level then being elected to positions in national posts. She has been an NCBA board member since 1996.

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Elected to serve on the Beef Promotion Operating Committee from the Federation of State Beef Councils, joining Munns, Wehrbein and ten members elected from the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, were: Katie Brenny (Minnesota), Gary Deering (South Dakota), Bradley Hastings (Texas), Chris Jeffcoat (Pennsylvania), Clark Price (North Dakota), Jeff Rudolph (Nebraska), Don Terry (Tennessee) and VeaBea Thomas (South Dakota).

NCBA policy priorities were also established at the meeting. These priorities included 2019 work in Fake Meat; Trade and Market Access; Dietary Guidelines; and Regulatory Reform and Implementation. In addition to the NCBA annual meeting, the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, CattleFax, American National CattleWomen and National Cattlemen’s Foundation also conducted business meetings.

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Elected NCBA president-elect was Marty Smith (Florida). Jerry Bohn (Kansas) was elected vice president. Don Schiefelbein (Minnesota) was elected chair of the NCBA Policy Division and Todd Wilkinson (South Dakota) was elected vice chair. Laurie Munns (Utah) was elected chair of the NCBA Federation Division and Buck Wehrbein (Nebraska) was elected vice chair. Past president is Kevin Kester (California).

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Capping a Huge Event The Board meeting followed a highly successful 2019 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. A total of 8,774 people attended the event, one of the most well-attended cattle industry conventions ever.

Attendees of the event enjoyed a wide array of events that enlightened, educated and entertained Jan. 30 – Feb. 1. The proceedings began a day earlier, on Jan. 29, when more than 1,500 producers attended Cattlemen’s College, sponsored

by Zoetis. Cattlemen’s College keynote speaker was Bill Cordingley, head of wholesale banking North America, RaboBank. Cordingley spoke on “Greater Expectations, Bigger Opportunities.”

Eight Cattlemen’s College session tracks followed to educate attendees.

Entertaining a full audience at the Opening General Session Jan. 30, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, was four-time Super Bowl champion quarterback Terry Bradshaw. Singing the National Anthem at the session was Kari Wheeler of Biggs, Calif., winner of NCBA’s fifth annual National Anthem contest, sponsored by Norbrook.

CattleFax held its popular U.S. and Global Protein and Grain Outlook Seminar Thursday, Jan. 31. Sponsored

by Purina Animal Nutrition, LLC and Zoetis, the session looked at the factors that drive the market, such as domestic and international supplies and demand.

Dr. Art Douglas presented his outlook for 2019 U.S. and world weather at the session.

The Closing General Session Friday, Feb. 1, sponsored by American National, featured an appearance by Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue, who encouraged the audience to tell its story to today’s consumers. At the session Grammy-nominated singer/songwriter John Ondrasik, better known by his stage name Five for Fighting, asked his audience What If? Harnessing Inspiration and Creativity to Design the

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World that You Want, offering insights from someone who has lived the process.

Entertainment was prevalent in New Orleans. For instance, a Mardi Gras Masquerade along the Mississippi River the evening of Jan. 31, allowed attendees to experience much of what makes New Orleans a popular tourist location.

Sponsored by Central Life Sciences, the event featured dancing and fabulous food, as well as songs from country singer Paul Bogard.

Wrapping up the Convention on Friday night, Feb. 1, was the 2019 Cowboy Concert Series, sponsored by IMI Global, with popular headliners Big and Rich.

After the concert the Louisiana Last Call After Party, also sponsored by IMI Global, with beef donated by BPI and Dos Rios, allowed the good times to continue to roll.

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Cattle industry members honored fellow producers throughout the Convention.

Stewards of the nation’s natural resources, for instance, will again be recognized in the National Environmental Stewardship Award Program, while on Friday the Best of Beef Breakfast honored others with many different awards.

Opportunities to engage and educate at Convention were endless – especially during the NCBA Trade Show. More than 350 exhibitors showcased their profitenhancing products and services on more than seven acres.

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NEW ORLEANS (Jan. 31, 2019) - The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) released its official Policy Priorities for 2019. The release came as approximately 10,000 members of the cattle industry joined together for its annual convention and NCBA Trade Show, which is being held this week in New Orleans.

This year’s Policy Priorities include a mix of familiar and new issues for the industry, and while the group will engage on a wide variety of policy issues (visit http://bit.ly/NCBApolicy to read NCBA’s full policy book) the organization in 2019 will focus on four main issue areas: Fake Meat. NCBA was successful in 2018 in arguing for the U.S. Department of Agriculture to have primary jurisdiction over the inspection and marketing of lab-produced and plant-based fake meat. Now in 2019 the group will work to ensure that a regulatory framework is properly implemented - one that protects the health and wellbeing of consumers, prevents false and deceptive marketing, and ensures a level playing field for real beef products.

Trade and Market Access. A perennial issue for U.S. cattle producers, 2019’s priorities on trade will focus on promoting a bilateral trade agreement with Japan, securing swift passage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and expanding access for U.S. beed in key markets like China, the United Kingdom, and the European Union.

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Guidelines every five years, and as that process ramps up in 2019, NCBA will work to protect the scientific credibility of Dietary Guidelines and promote accurate information about the nutritional advantages of beef as part of a balanced diet.

Regulatory Reform and Implementation. The past two years have brought about significant regulatory relief for beef producers, but much work remains to be done on additional relief and implementing recent reforms. This includes issues such as full implementation of the 2018 Farm Bill, enacting a permanent solution to overly restrictive Hours of Service rules for livestock haulers, finalizing a new water rule to replace the 2015 Waters of the U.S. rule, exempting livestock producers from EPCRA air emissions reporting requirements, modernizing and streamlining the Endangered Species Act, National Environmental Policy Act, and federal grazing regulations, and promoting antimicrobial stewardship by producers and preserving access to key veterinary technologies.

“Thanks to the dues-paying members of NCBA and our outstanding team in Washington, D.C., we’ve made a lot of good progress over the past couple of years,” said NCBA President Kevin Kester. “But this is no time to rest on our laurels. There are many policy challenges still facing our producers, and these Policy Priorities will act as our roadmap over the coming year. I’d encourage my fellow producers who are not yet members of NCBA to join us in the important battles ahead.”

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MARKETS EXPECTED TO CONTINUE STRONG; LEVERAGE SHIFT ON THE HORIZON N C BA NEW ORLEANS, LA (Jan. 31, 2019) – During the first half of 2019, the United States will see a shift away from El Niño conditions as equatorial ocean currents begin to cool into the summer, Art Douglas, Ph. D., professor emeritus at Creighton University, told the audience during the popular 2019 CattleFax Outlook Seminar. The session, held as part of the 2019 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans, La., saw a capacity crowd as cattlemen and women gathered to hear expert market and weather analysis.

Douglas explained the developing trend will turn the eastern third of the United States drier, as the jet stream pushes moisture from the Gulf of Mexico across the southern tier of the nation. “After a cooler February, the United States will mostly enjoy a relatively mild spring with a reduced threat of delayed planting,” said Douglas. He pointed out that summer weather will be dependent on how quickly El Niño conditions fade.

“La Niña conditions are unlikely in the next eight months as the equatorial current shows only slow cooling,” said Douglas. “The residual warmth along the equator will lead to a wetter summer in the southern half of the U.S., while warm waters off the coast of Mexico will favor an active monsoon season in the Southwest.”

Turning to the market outlook, CattleFax analyst Kevin Good said he expects prices will remain strong, with demand and the economy expected to remain solid.

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“We’ve been on one heck of a good run for a few years and I expect that to continue into 2019,” said Good. “However, we expect to see margins begin to compress and leverage to shift from the cow-calf and stocker sectors to the feeder as we expand the supply of cattle.”

He said price risk remains over the next few years in response to the last five years of expansion. The beef cowherd expansion cycle is believed to be within 1-2 years of being complete.

“Cattle producers, on average, will receive a smaller percentage of the retail beef dollar as larger cattle supplies increase price pressure across all segments of the industry,” said Good. “Retail beef prices will likely see some inflation in 2019, but larger beef, pork and poultry production will be price limiting.”

However, domestic demand remains robust and higher wages and job growth are supportive of prices. CattleFax projects the all-fresh retail beef price to average $5.73/lb., up $.06 from year ago levels, while the composite cutout will rise $4 to average $216/hundredweight (cwt.) during 2019.

Going forward into 2020, economists see the potential for an economic slowdown, Good noted. “This may slow the benefits of recently strong consumer incomes and spending,” he said.

Fed cattle prices are expected to be steady during 2019, averaging $117/cwt., with market resistance at the $130-level and COW COUNTRY •

downside risk to $100/cwt. at the low end of the trading range, according to Good. He said a larger supply of cattle outside of feedyards coupled with limited profitability in the feeding sector will hinder demand and pressure feeder cattle prices. CattleFax projects 750 lb. steer prices will range from $130-$160/cwt., with an average at $147/cwt. for the year ahead.

“The relatively strong calf market we saw in 2018 will be under pressure this year,” said Good. “However, values in the spring should have the potential to reach the mid-$180s. On the other hand, a larger calf crop and softer demand have the potential to erode prices to the $140-level next fall, so there is certainly more price risk in feeder cattle and calves than in the fed cattle markets in 2019.”

Feed and grain prices are expected to remain stable during the year ahead, with corn acreage increasing an expected 2 million acres to total 91 million acres and soybeans declining 2.2 million acres to 87 million and wheat gaining 1 million acres to total 49 million.

“Corn is expected to trade in a range of $3.60 to $4.10 per bushel during the first half of the year,” said CattleFax analyst Mike Murphy, who also pointed out that hay acreage isn’t expected to change significantly from 2018, but better winter precipitation across much of the United States should help provide a strong start to the 2019 hay crop.

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Good explained that cull cow prices will have additional downside risk during the year ahead. “Years of expansion and poor operating margins in the dairy sector are generating more cull cows, which weighs on the markets,” he told the audience.

“The additional supply and the limited packing capacity for non-fed cattle will result in a market which averages approximately $55/cwt. during 2019, with a spring high near $60/cwt. and a fall low in the lower $40s.”

CattleFax analysts said the global trade outlook is currently supportive for the U.S. beef industry, with strong demand in many overseas markets. However, they note that trade disruptions could have significant impacts on the market outlook. Ratification of the pending U.S./ Mexico/Canada (USMCA) agreement will be crucial to markets this spring.

Likewise, the possibility of a bilateral trade agreement with Japan could create a positive upside to the market this year.

CattleFax CEO Randy Blach closed the session with a reminder about the importance of international markets to the beef industry.

“Long-term, the profitability of our industry is tied to trade,” he said. “We must have open markets and sciencebased trade standards for our products if we’re going to continue the run of profitability we’ve experienced in recent years.”

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Held in conjunction with the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show, Cattlemen’s College serves as one of the cattle industry’s most in-depth and helpful educational events, helping cattle producers make their operations more efficient and successful. Since first established, Cattlemen’s College has been sponsored by Zoetis Animal Health since it was first established 26 years ago.

Keynote speaker at the breakfast Jan. 30 was Bill Cordingley, head of wholesale banking North America, Rabobank. He spoke on "Greater Expectations, Bigger Opportunities," touching on the different forces that work together to yield a complex demand story for beef.

U.S. cattle producers should expect “a more global and uncertain environment” in the demand for beef, Cordingley told the audience. Cattle producers are doing a good job, he said, and “consumers already love your product. The challenge is, will this be enough in the future, and what role will you play?”

Cordingley pointed to technology and the pace of change as having an influence in the future of the cattle industry.

“Technology has changed everything,” he said. Furthermore, detractors are not bashful about “painting the industry in the wrong way.” Producers should be engaged in helping tell a positive story, he says.

Exports and trade will also be important in the future, he said, and a focus on these issues will serve the industry well.

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beef is exported; RaboBank expects that number could increase to 15 percent.

More than two dozen sessions in eight Cattlemen’s College session tracks followed the breakfast, featuring presentations in business, cattle health, genetics, nutrition, reproduction, grazing management, consumer interest, and industry hot topics. Because many sessions were concurrent, attendees will be able to view videos of missed sessions online in the coming weeks.

A highlight of the Cattlemen’s College event was a Jan. 29 afternoon session that featured Dr. Temple Grandin conducting a cattle handling and facility design presentation. A reception followed, with the full slate of concurrent educational sessions the following morning.

For the second year, the college began with a special Producer’s Choice collection of sessions Jan. 29. An online vote conducted prior to the schedule finalization determined the three educational sessions that were offered for a “first look”: Programming Your Cow Herd for Success, Unraveling Secrets of the Rumen, and Practical Management to Reduce Disease Challenges.

“The increasing attendance at our Cattlemen’s College sessions demonstrates how much value our producers put in education,” said Josh White, NCBA executive director of producer education. “They recognize that education and information is the heart blood of progress and success. Our knowledgeable presenters have been through many of the challenges facing those in their audiences. Together, they are paving the way to a better cattle industry future.”

Video sessions from the Cattlemen’s College will be available online following the Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show. Those unable to attend any of the sessions in New Orleans will be able take advantage of this online option at www.ncba.org/cattlemenscollege.

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“It seems like every week or so, another group releases another proposal or call to ‘Do Something’ about climate change – such as the so-called ‘Green New Deal’ that was released today,” said Colin Woodall, NCBA Senior Vice President, Government Affairs. “Unfortunately, many of these proposals are often lacking in specifics, which makes it very hard for us to develop substantive responses.

Hopefully, our new Cost/Benefit Principles will help the producers we represent – as well as millions of other concerned American citizens – make better-informed decisions on important issues like climate change.

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changes would cost taxpayers, consumers of specific energy sources (automobile drivers, residential electricity users, airline travelers, etc.,) food consumers, and specific targeted industries / business owners, etc. Again, please be as specific as possible, and please detail costs on a monthly and annual basis for each affected group mentioned above.

average protein intake via current beef consumption and what would have to be produced and consumed to keep protein-intake levels consistent under an all- or mostly vegetarian of vegan diet. Also, please identify specifically where this land is located, and how much additional GHGs would be released into the atmosphere by converting current pasture land into crop production.

“Despite all the progress we’ve made on the environmental front in recent decades, some policymakers still seem to think targeting U.S. beef producers and consumers will make a huge impact on global emissions,” Woodall said. “That’s why we drafted our Principles – to give the folks who are proposing new public policies the opportunity to outline the specific costs and estimated benefits of their proposals.”

3. Estimate how much CO2 and other greenhouse gas emissions would be reduced by a date certain (of your choosing) if your proposed policies outlined in Question 1 above were to be fully implemented.

6. Please show all your math for your estimated costs, emissions, average global temperature, and land conversion data outlined in Questions 2, 3, 4, and 5.

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“These are very straightforward questions that any concerned citizen or reporter should be asking anyone who proposes new climate-change policy,” Woodall concluded. “What specifically are you proposing, how much will it cost, how much will it affect global temperatures down the road, and how did you arrive at those numbers? Seems like anyone who is proposing billions or trillions of dollars’ worth of policy changes should be happy to answer those questions. Yet for some reason, few currently are.”

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UK TO HOST IPM TRAINING SCHOOL Katie Pratt The 2019 Integrated Pest Management Field School is Wednesday, March 6, at the Christian County Cooperative Extension office in Hopkinsville.

During the school, specialists with the University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, will offer information on IPM strategies for grain and forage production. They will speak on the following topics: weed control programs to maximize herbicide site of action rotation, restoring pasture productivity, planting corn into a cover crop of rye, understanding and managing the soil nitrogen cycle, soybean and corn disease updates, scouting techniques to evaluate insect pest levels, studies

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to manage the bean leaf beetle and threecornered alfalfa hopper.

Pesticide applicators can receive three general hours and two specific hours in categories 1A, 10 and 12.

Certified crop advisers can receive the following continuing education units: one in nutrient management, three in integrated pest management and two in crop management.

The Christian County Extension office is located at 2850 Pembroke Road in Hopkinsville. Directions to the office are available at http://christian.ca.uky. edu/content/directions or by calling 270-886-6328.

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The Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association (KCA) has been a long time supporter of youth across the state through FFA, 4-H and scholarships. KCA has a youth scholarship available funded by the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation (KCF).

The KCF Youth Scholarship started in 1991 and has provided $114,500 in scholarship funds to students across Kentucky. Five $1,500 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors from each of the five KCA regions who plan to major in Agriculture or an Agriculturally-related subject, with the possibility of two $1,500 additional scholarships from any region.

Deadline for submission of the KCF Youth Scholarship is March 31, 2019 to the KCA Office at 176 Pasadena Drive, Lexington, KY 40503. To download an application, view the requirements, or for more information, please visit KCA online at www.kycattle.org under Youth Activities.

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K E N T U C K Y C AT T L E M E N ’ S A S S O C I AT I O N LEADERSHIP PROGRAM SET TO BEGIN Nikki Whitaker The ninth class of the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association Leadership Program will begin this summer.

Initiated in 1992 under the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation, the Leadership Development Program has helped leaders in the beef industry become more aware of all segments of the industry, make informed decisions on agricultural policy and public issues, and represent the beef industry to the public by becoming active at the local, state, and national levels. The Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation

is also pleased to announce a new partnership with Alltech as the corporate sponsor of the Leadership Program.

Alltech will sponsor the program which consists of six total sessions, four in-state and two out of state.

“With our corporate office located in Nicholasville, Alltech is excited to work with leaders in their home state to support the beef industry,” said Zach Postin, Territory Sales Manager for Kentucky and Tennessee. “Alltech is the industry’s leader in innovation

and we are eager to partner with KCA to offer support, training, and innovation.”

Throughout the two-year program, participants take part in seminars that work to improve leadership and communications skills, provide an understanding of the beef industry, and stimulate interest in the political and economical facets of the industry.

Also, planned are two travel study trips: one to Denver, CO and a final trip to Washington D.C. The program is structured for 25

participants, 21 years or older from all areas of Kentucky. Each participant can be sponsored by their local cattlemen’s association, extension office or local business.

Eight classes have completed the Leadership Development Program with over 200 alumni across Kentucky.

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N OV E M B E R B E E F E X P O RT S R E M A I N O N R E C O R D PA C E ; H E A D W I N D S W E I G H O N P O R K E X P O R T S Editor’s note: November export data was released about one month later than usual due to the recent government shutdown. Year-end 2018 data is expected to be available in early-to-mid March.

U.S. beef exports continued on a record pace in November while pork exports trended lower year-over-year, according to statistics released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

Beef exports totaled 112,842 metric tons (mt) in November, up 1 percent from a year ago, while value climbed 6 percent to $709.2 million. For January through November, exports reached 1.24 million mt, up 8 percent year-over-year and 6 percent above the record pace of 2011. At $7.63 billion, beef export value was up 16 percent and has already broken the fullyear record set in 2017 ($7.27 billion).

Beef export value per head of fed slaughter is also on a record pace, averaging $322.97 in November (up 5 percent from a year ago) and $320.72 during the first 11 months of 2018 (up 14 percent).

Exports accounted for 13.1 percent of total November beef production and 10.9 percent for muscle cuts, both steady with November 2017. For January through November, exports equated to 13.4 percent of total production and 11.1 percent for muscle cuts – up from 12.8 percent and 10.3 percent, respectively, in 2017. These numbers highlight the strong international demand for U.S. beef as exports are accounting for a larger share of growing U.S. production and are fetching higher prices, with some U.S. cuts trading at record prices in Asia.

November pork exports totaled 206,852 mt, down 8 percent year-over-year, while value fell 12 percent to $538.7 million as retaliatory duties in key markets

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continue to generate headwinds for U.S. pork. For January through November, exports were steady with 2017’s record pace at 2.23 million mt and value was down 1 percent to $5.86 billion.

Trade barriers are also pressuring pork export value on a per-head basis.

In November, export value per head slaughtered was $48.80, down 16 percent from November 2017. Through the first 11 months of 2018, per-head export value averaged $51.46, down 3 percent.

Exports accounted for 24.5 percent of total November pork production and 22 percent for muscle cuts, down from 27.7 percent and 24.1 percent, respectively, in November 2017. For January through November, exports equated to 25.7 percent of total pork production (down from 26.5 percent in 2017) and 22.4 percent for muscle cuts (up slightly).

“2018 was truly a remarkable year for U.S.

beef exports, which shattered previous records in both volume and value and reached new heights in several of our top markets,” said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. “In the first half of the year, pork exports were also on a very positive trajectory but unfortunately U.S. pork has been heavily targeted for retaliation. We remain hopeful that these disputes can be resolved soon, so that U.S. pork can get back on a level playing field with its competitors.”

Asian markets set pace, but beef export growth widespread November was another strong month for U.S. beef exports to the key Asian markets of Japan, South Korea and Taiwan, while exports to the ASEAN region also increased sharply. For January through November, beef export highlights include: •

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were up 7 percent year-over-year in volume (306,603 mt) and 10 percent in value ($1.93 billion). But market access to Japan is a major concern for the U.S. beef industry, as key competitors recently joined Australia in benefiting from an 11 percentage point tariff advantage through the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for TransPacific Partnership (CPTPP). U.S. beef remains subject to the 38.5 percent tariff rate and to Japan’s quarterly safeguard mechanisms.

Competitors’ tariffs will decline again on April 1, the start of the Japanese fiscal year. The Trump administration has announced its intention to negotiate a trade agreement with Japan, but formal negotiations have not yet begun.

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U.S. beef has already shattered the previous yearly value record in Korea, with export value soaring 45 percent to $1.6 billion, while volume was up 32 percent to 220,770 mt. Although Korea’s imports from Australia and New Zealand also edged higher in 2018, U.S. market share increased significantly – reaching nearly 50 percent in volume and 56 percent

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in value. Through the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement (KORUS), the duty rate on U.S. beef to Korea is 18.7 percent this year, down from 40 percent prior to implementation.

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Exports to Taiwan were up one-third from the record totals posted in 2017, reaching 53,626 mt valued at $495.7 million (a record for the sixth consecutive year). The U.S. holds more than 75 percent of Taiwan’s chilled beef market, the highest of any Asian destination.

Beef exports to Hong Kong were lower year-over-year in volume (109,082 mt, down 4 percent), but export value still climbed 13 percent to $865.3 million.

Exports to China totaled 6,567 mt valued at $55.1 million. U.S. beef regained access to China in mid-2017, making year-over-year comparisons difficult.

But in the second half of 2018, export volumes to China were higher year-overyear in every month except September, and November exports reached a new monthly high of 890 mt, despite an additional 25 percent retaliatory duty.

Led by strong increases in the Philippines and Vietnam and slightly higher shipments to Indonesia, beef exports to

the ASEAN region climbed 19 percent year-over-year in volume (45,255 mt) and 31 percent in value ($252.4 million).

Although beef exports to Mexico were up just 1 percent year-over-year in volume (218,281 mt), export value to Mexico climbed 8 percent (to $966.7 million) and will exceed $1 billion for the first time since 2015. The hike in value reflects a strong year for beef muscle cut exports to Mexico, which increased 7 percent in volume (130,330 mt) and 11 percent in value ($759.2 million).

Bright spots for U.S. pork include Korea, ASEAN, Latin America and Oceania After a very solid start to 2018, November pork exports to leading volume market Mexico were lower year-over-year for the sixth consecutive month (61,344 mt, down 14 percent) while value fell 30 percent to $97.1 million. This pushed January-November export volume slightly below the record pace of 2017 at 717,618 mt (down 1 percent) while value was down 11 percent to $1.22 billion.

“The good news is that the U.S. continues to export strong quantities of hams, picnics and other pork cuts to Mexico,”

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Halstrom said. “The bad news is that instead of generating positive returns for the U.S. industry, 20 percent of these sales go directly into the Mexican Treasury in the form of tariffs. This is why it is critical that the dispute over steel and aluminum tariffs be resolved as soon as possible.”

January-November pork exports to China/Hong Kong were down 29 percent year-over-year in volume (324,623 mt) and fell 19 percent in value ($790.2 million). This region is by far the largest destination for U.S. pork variety meat, and these exports also declined by 29 percent in volume (209,090 mt) and dropped 17 percent in value ($555.5 million) as the 62 percent tariff rate makes it very difficult for U.S. pork to compete in China.

The combination of retaliatory tariffs in China and Mexico contributed to sharp decreases in ham and picnic primal values (down 19 percent and 22 percent, respectively, from June through December, compared to the same period in 2017). The decrease in values for these two primals averaged $9.95 per head for CONTINUED ON PAGE 46

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agreements is expected in Japan’s imports of ground seasoned pork and processed pork products as duties on those products are phased quickly to zero, while the U.S. pays 20 percent.

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those seven months. China’s retaliatory tariffs have also heavily impacted prices for pork offals and have forced some products into rendering due to the lack of alternative markets. Lost value for feet and picnic hocks was at least $1.80 per head and losses are even worse when products that have been rendered are included. The cost of these retaliatory tariffs has been lost value of at least $11.75 per head on just hams, picnics and feet, or roughly $860 million in industry losses from June through December 2018.

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Although November results trended significantly lower, pork exports to leading value market Japan were up 1 percent year-over-year in both volume (364,114 mt) and value ($1.5 billion). Similar to beef, market access disadvantages in Japan are a major concern for the U.S. pork industry due to Japan’s implementation of CPTPP and its economic partnership agreement with the European Union. The most immediate impact of these

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Korea stands out as the largest driver of growth for U.S. pork exports in 2018, with volume up 41 percent to 216,899 mt while value climbed 44 percent to $603.8 million – already shattering previous fullyear records set in 2011. Unlike the situation at that time, when Korea was struggling with a widespread outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease, Korea’s domestic production was up 4 percent in 2018. So the surge in exports to Korea is being driven by exceptional consumer demand and growing consumption. Most U.S. pork entering Korea also benefits from duty-free treatment under KORUS. Led by strong growth in Colombia and Peru and a second-half rebound in Chile, pork exports to South America have already topped the records set in 2017, increasing 24 percent year-over-year in volume (120,059 mt) and 17 percent in

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value ($292.3 million). Colombia is an especially important destination for hams and picnics at a time when Mexico and China are imposing higher duties.

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In Central America, pork exports were higher year-over-year in mainstay markets Honduras and Guatemala and posted very strong growth in Panama, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Costa Rica. Export volume to the region was up 15 percent to 74,980 mt, breaking the 2017 record. Export value was 12 percent higher at $176.8 million, and will set a new record when December results are included.

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With solid growth in both Australia and New Zealand, pork exports to Oceania were up 12 percent in volume (77,336 mt) and 10 percent in value ($224.3 million). This region is also a key destination for U.S. hams when retaliatory duties are in place in Mexico and China.

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Strong performances in the Philippines and Vietnam drove pork exports to the ASEAN region 46 percent higher in volume (63,978 mt) and 33 percent higher in value ($158.6 million). Pork variety meat exports to the ASEAN were especially strong, more than doubling yearover-year in both volume (26,626 mt, up 138 percent) and value ($42.7 million, up 115 percent).

Variety meat demand November lamb exports

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Driven by a sharp increase in variety meat shipments to Mexico, November exports of U.S. lamb were the largest of 2018 in both volume (1,387 mt, up 167 percent year-over-year) and value ($2.4 million, up 39 percent). Lamb muscle cut exports trended lower in November at 232 mt (down 18 percent) valued at $1.46 million (down 3 percent).

For January through November, lamb exports reached 11,758 mt valued at $21.4 million – up 77 percent and 21 percent, respectively, from a year ago.

While most of this increase was due to strong variety meat demand in Mexico, muscle cut exports posted solid gains in the Caribbean, the United Arab Emirates, Taiwan and the Philippines.

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Extended-Release Injectable Parasiticide 5% Sterile Solution NADA 141-327, Approved by FDA for subcutaneous injection For the Treatment and Control of Internal and External Parasites of Cattle on Pasture with Persistent Effectiveness CAUTION: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

INDICATIONS FOR USE LONGRANGE, when administered at the recommended dose volume of 1 mL per 110 lb (50 kg) body weight, is effective in the treatment and control of 20 species and stages of internal and external parasites of cattle:

Gastrointestinal Roundworms Bunostomum phlebotomum – Adults and L4 Cooperia oncophora – Adults and L4 Cooperia punctata – Adults and L4 Cooperia surnabada – Adults and L4 Haemonchus placei – Adults Oesophagostomum radiatum – Adults Ostertagia lyrata – Adults Ostertagia ostertagi – Adults, L4, and inhibited L4 Trichostrongylus axei – Adults and L4 Trichostrongylus colubriformis – Adults Parasites Gastrointestinal Roundworms Bunostomum phlebotomum Cooperia oncophora Cooperia punctata Haemonchus placei Oesophagostomum radiatum Ostertagia lyrata Ostertagia ostertagi Trichostrongylus axei Lungworms Dictyocaulus viviparus

Lungworms Dictyocaulus viviparus – Adults

Grubs Hypoderma bovis

Mites Sarcoptes scabiei var. bovis Durations of Persistent Effectiveness 150 days 100 days 100 days 120 days 120 days 120 days 120 days 100 days 150 days

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION LONGRANGE® (eprinomectin) should be given only by subcutaneous injection in front of the shoulder at the recommended dosage level of 1 mg eprinomectin per kg body weight (1 mL per 110 lb body weight).

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Withdrawal Periods and Residue Warnings Animals intended for human consumption must not be slaughtered within 48 days of the last treatment. This drug product is not approved for use in female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older, including dry dairy cows.

Use in these cattle may cause drug residues in milk and/or in calves born to these cows. A withdrawal period has not been established for preruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal.

Animal Safety Warnings and Precautions The product is likely to cause tissue damage at the site of injection, including possible granulomas and necrosis. These reactions have disappeared without treatment. Local tissue reaction may result in trim loss of edible tissue at slaughter. Observe cattle for injection site reactions. If injection site reactions are suspected, consult your veterinarian. This product is not for intravenous or intramuscular use. Protect product from light. LONGRANGE® (eprinomectin) has been developed specifically for use in cattle only. This product should not be used in other animal species.

When to Treat Cattle with Grubs LONGRANGE effectively controls all stages of cattle grubs. However, proper timing of treatment is important. For the most effective results, cattle should be treated as soon as possible after the end of the heel fly (warble fly) season.

Environmental Hazards Not for use in cattle managed in feedlots or under intensive rotational grazing because the environmental impact has not been evaluated for these scenarios.

Other Warnings: Underdosing and/or subtherapeutic concentrations of extended-release anthelmintic products may encourage the development of parasite resistance. It is recommended that parasite resistance be monitored following the use of any anthelmintic with the use of a fecal egg count reduction test program.

TARGET ANIMAL SAFETY Clinical studies have demonstrated the wide margin of safety of LONGRANGE® (eprinomectin). Overdosing at 3 to 5 times the recommended dose resulted in a statistically significant reduction in average weight gain when compared to the group tested at label dose. Treatment-related lesions observed in most cattle administered the product included swelling, hyperemia, or necrosis in the subcutaneous tissue of the skin.

The administration of LONGRANGE at 3 times the recommended therapeutic dose had no adverse reproductive effects on beef cows at all stages of breeding or pregnancy or on their calves. Not for use in bulls, as reproductive safety testing has not been conducted in males intended for breeding or actively breeding. Not for use in calves less than 3 months of age because safety testing has not been conducted in calves less than 3 months of age.

STORAGE Store at 77° F (25° C) with excursions between 59° and 86° F (15° and 30° C). Protect from light. Made in Canada. Manufactured for Merial, Inc., Duluth, GA, USA. ®The Cattle Head Logo and ®LONGRANGE are registered trademarks of Merial, Inc. ©2015 Merial, Inc. All rights reserved. 1050-2889-06, Rev. 2/2015, 8LON016C

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MENDING THE DISCONNECT: TEACHING THE

N E X T G E N E R AT I O N A B O U T A G R I C U LT U R E FRANK HARDIN, PH.D. Youth Education Manager, Noble Foundation

Who taught you about agriculture? A parent or grandparent? Your high school agriculture teacher?

For some of you, agriculture may have been part of your life since you were born. Others of you perhaps learned about agriculture later in life. I was 12 year old when I began working on Ms. Fannie Mae Smith’s small farm in an Atlanta suburb.

I don’t recall learning about agriculture in school. And although we were only an hour away from the apple orchards of North Georgia and the pecan groves of South Georgia, my family was completely removed from agriculture when I was growing up 30 years ago.

the value of hard work. I learned to appreciate all that goes into the meals we so often take for granted. We also somehow managed to squeeze in a lifetime’s worth of Sunday school classes as I worked and Ms. Smith taught.

As I moved on through college, I eventually stopped working with Ms. Smith. Unable to keep up the farm on her own, she sold. But every time I go home, all I have to do is look out the kitchen window to where the farm once was and I’m immediately taken back. I never thought I’d appreciate those times as much as I do today.

I learned more about agriculture from Ms. Smith than any other person to date. And now, I not only continue to learn about and appreciate agriculture; I also have the opportunity to share my appreciation and knowledge of agriculture with students.

I learned more about agriculture from Ms. Smith than any other person to date.

And now, at the Noble Research Institute, I not only continue to learn about and appreciate agriculture; I also have the opportunity to share my appreciation and knowledge of agriculture with students who are the age I was when I began working on the farm.

I consider myself lucky to have had the opportunity to work on Ms. Smith’s farm. During my time there, I learned to appreciate agriculture; the taste of a freshly picked pear, fig or tomato; and

Today, I lead the Noble Research Institute’s youth education program and, in a way, am following in Ms. Smith’s footsteps. I am teaching today’s youth

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about the value of agriculture and the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) behind it.

Inundated with mobile phones, computers, tablets and gaming consoles, today’s youth are more removed from agriculture than ever. These students are our future policymakers, educators and decision-makers. If we don’t do something to mend this disconnect, agriculture will suffer consequences in the future.

To help solve this challenge, our program targets sixth through 12th graders and introduces them to agriculture and ag careers via a variety of programs, including hands-on science experiments, robotics programs, internships, youth hunts and teacher workshops. We deliver our message to more than 7,000 recipients per year with the hope that they learn to appreciate agriculture a little more than they did before we walked in the room.

To Ms. Smith, I want to say “thank you” for teaching me about agriculture. We are working to make sure other young people have the opportunity to understand and appreciate agriculture’s importance to society.

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theLONGRANGElook.com Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.Warnings and Precautions: For use in cattle only, not for use in humans or other animal species. Keep out of reach of children. Not for use in breeding bulls, or in calves less than 3 months of age. Not for use in cattle managed in feedlots or under intensive rotational grazing. Not for use in female dairy cattle 20 months of age or older, including dry dairy cows, or in veal calves. Post injection site damage (e.g., granulomas, necrosis) can occur; these reactions have disappeared without treatment. Not for intravenous or intramuscular use. Do not underdose. Do not treat within 48 days of slaughter.

Available in 500 mL, 250 mL and 100 mL bottles.

Administer subcutaneously at 1 mL/110 lbs.

Dependent upon parasite species, as referenced in FOI summary and LONGRANGE product label.

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Consult with your veterinarian to discuss expectations for your operation.

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GRASS TETANY – START PREVENTIVE MEASURES NOW MICHELLE ARNOLD DVM-Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, University of Kentucky

A special thanks to Dr. Jeff Lehmkuhler, Extension Beef Cattle Specialist, University of Kentucky and Dr. Cynthia Gaskill, Veterinary Toxicologist, University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory for their significant contributions to this article.

What is “Grass Tetany” and when are cattle most likely to have it?

Grass tetany, also known as spring tetany, grass staggers, wheat pasture poisoning, winter tetany or lactation tetany, is a condition due to a low level of magnesium (Mg) in the blood. The disorder in adult cattle begins with muscle spasms and quickly progresses to convulsions, respiratory difficulty, and death. The amount of magnesium in the blood is completely dependent on the amount obtained from the daily diet. Deficiencies occur most often in beef cows when they are nursing a calf and grazing young, green grass in early spring. Fast-growing spring pastures are high in potassium (K+) and nitrogen (N+) and low in magnesium (Mg++) and sodium (Na+). Affected cattle often have

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low blood calcium concurrently. Fall calving cows may also experience grass tetany during the winter months.

Will Feeding Plain White Salt to Cows Prevent Grass Tetany?

This claim is shared every spring and, indeed, there are producers who do not have grass tetany that only feed salt. How can that be? Simply put, for those few lucky producers, the minerals available in their soils and forages are enough to meet the needs of their cows. A number of complex factors contribute to the ability of magnesium to be absorbed through the rumen (stomach) wall. Primarily there is a “pump” mechanism that actively transports the dissolved form of Mg across the rumen wall to the bloodstream. This pump does not work when potassium in the rumen is high and sodium is low because this changes the electrical potential necessary to drive it. Adding salt to the ration will improve magnesium transport to the bloodstream only when sodium is low in the overall diet. Too much salt will increase urination and cause magnesium to be lost in urine. Salt,

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as with any substance, can be dangerous and even fatal at high levels.

Research has shown that the negative effects of high potassium in early spring grass cannot be overcome by simply adding large quantities of salt. However, a second, passive transport system for Mg exists which is not influenced by potassium. This transport system only works when Mg in solution in the rumen fluid is high. High magnesium mineral mixes prevent grass tetany by allowing magnesium to passively flow into the bloodstream of the cow without the need for the active transport pump.

Has Limited Amounts of Salt in Trace Mineral Mixes led to an Overconsumption of Minerals?

Regional soil types, soil fertility and diverse forage species result in different mineral needs for grazing livestock on every farm. A blanket statement disregarding these factors is oversimplifying a very complex situation.

Trace minerals such as copper, selenium, and zinc are all essential nutrients vital for proper

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growth, production, and immune system function. Trace mineral deficiencies are common and can predispose animals to serious and sometimes fatal disease conditions. Interactions occur between all of the various metals, minerals, and other elements in the diet, and optimal amounts of all elements are essential for proper nutrition. Trace mineral mixes are formulated to meet the needs of cattle, including the need for salt. The keys to using a free-choice product are to ensure cattle have access to mineral 100% of the time, use a palatable, quality product and make sure they are consuming it at the expected level. Remember a 50-pound bag of hi-mag mineral to be fed at 4 ounces per head per day will only last 4 days in a 50 cow herd. If the cows have calves that also eat mineral, a bag may only last 3 days.

Does Grass Tetany Only Occur in the Spring?

No! “Winter tetany” in beef cattle is caused by consumption of a diet low in energy and an insufficient intake of magnesium over a period of time. It may

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also be observed when feeding wheat or rye baleage during the winter since these forages are often high in potassium and nitrogen but low in magnesium.

Affected cattle have borderline low blood magnesium concentration then clinical signs of grass tetany are triggered by a stressor such as a severe cold snap.

How Can Grass Tetany Be Prevented? Prevention is based on providing magnesium in the diet during times when conditions are right for grass tetany. As long as the active transport pump for magnesium is working well and driving magnesium across the rumen wall, grass tetany problems should not develop. However, when factors prevent this pump from working (such as when potassium is high in lush spring grass), the second or “backup” pathway depends on increasing levels of magnesium in the diet with a high magnesium mineral mix. A high rumen magnesium level will allow magnesium to passively flow into the bloodstream of the cow without the need for the active transport pump.

Supplementation with high magnesium mineral should begin at least 30 days prior to calving. Cows require 20 grams of magnesium daily or 4 ounces per day of a 15% magnesium mineral mix, especially during the late winter and early spring if pregnant or lactating. Mineral feeders should not be allowed to be empty because consistent intake is important for clinical disease prevention. Do not offer additional loose salt or salt blocks at the same time! High magnesium mineral may be discontin¬ued in late spring once the grass is more mature, the water content of the forage is decreased, and daily temperatures reach at or above 60°F. Does the form of magnesium used in the mineral matter? Absolutely.

The feed industry utilizes magnesium oxide (MgO) to supply magnesium but there is tremendous variation in quality and bioavailability. UK Beef Integrated Resource Management (IRM) mineral recommendations for free choice supplements for grazing beef cattle include 15% salt and 14% magnesium in the complete mineral mix and all magnesium from magnesium oxide (no dolomitic limestone or magnesium mica).

Current recommendations also include a minimum 50% of the MgO should be of the Martin Marietta AniMag prilled form. “Prilling” is a method of processing ruminant animal feed that decreases

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degradation by ruminal microorganisms and allows absorption further down the digestive tract. These complete mineral mixtures also supply the necessary sodium in the form of salt to aid in combatting high potassium intakes.

Consumption should be moni¬tored because cattle will not eat enough trace mineral if using poor quality products.

In addition, feeding an ionophore (such as monen¬sin or lasalocid) has been shown to improve magnesium absorption efficiency.

Are there management changes that reduce the risk of grass tetany?

Yes. These include: 1) Soil test and apply fertilizer based on soil test results and use no more potassium than recommended since grasses are luxury consumers of potassium; 2) Legumes are high in magnesium and will help offset the problem although their growth is often limited in late winter; 3) Feeding hay to cattle on lush pasture during susceptible periods or limit grazing to 2-3 hours per day will slow the rate of passage through the digestive tract and allow more time for absorption; 4) Graze the less susceptible or non-lactating animals (heifers, dry cows, stocker cattle) on the highest risk pastures.

In summary, increasing magnesium intake by supplementing with magnesium oxide, offering adequate salt to prevent sodium deficiency, and increasing total energy intake with good quality forage or supplemental feed are all effective tools in preventing grass tetany. These are exceptionally important when moving from winter rations to young spring grass pasture, especially in lactating cows. Grass tetany is considered a true veterinary emergency requiring prompt treatment with magnesium to prevent death. Response to therapy is not always good and depends largely on the length of time between onset of symptoms and treatment. Cattle that do recover take at least an hour which is the time it takes for magnesium levels to return to normal.

Many of these cows will relapse and require more treatment within 12 hours.

Administering oral magnesium gel once the animal has regained good swallowing reflexes or drenching with magnesium oxide or magnesium sulfate will reduce the rate of relapse. If grass tetany has occurred within a herd, an effort should be made to immediately increase the intake of magnesium to other members of the herd to prevent further losses.

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JON BIERMACHER, PH.D.

Senior Agricultural Economics Consultant, Noble Foundation

Senior Economist, Noble Foundation

Making decisions concerning the transfer of assets in one’s estate is very difficult and can be the most procrastinated activity for all of mankind. Many do not want to talk about the inevitable nor do they want to decide who among their family, friends and favorite charities are to receive the money, property, and other assets that they own and have taken a lifetime to amass. As a result, the proverbial can is often kicked down the road in hopes that something magical will happen to resolve this difficult task.

And oftentimes, the lack of planning can lead to expensive legal issues, unwanted tax implications, and sadly to ugly family disputes and feuds.

Communication Is Essential There are a number of things that are required to actually develop the plan once the estate planning process begins.

The first step is communication. When a husband and wife are involved with joint tenancy ownership of assets, they must decide who gets what and how much.

Without good communication, a number

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of issues can arise. Of course, having only one heir will drastically reduce the potential problems and discussion time, but oftentimes there is more than one.

In addition to leaving part of the estate to an heir, in many cases, one or both spouses have a desire to leave part of their estate to one or more charitable organizations. Transferring ownership of assets, especially land, and possibly a few other items (such as equipment and/or livestock) to multiple heirs in undivided interests should demand considerable thought and scrutiny. Undivided interests can be used favorably in such things as mineral interest, but the chance of long-term happiness by owners of undivided interests, especially land, is typically not high.

Another level of complexity in the process arises when the patriarch says, “I do not want you to ever sell such and such asset,” with the result ending as a burden to the heir(s) instead of a blessing. It gets even more complicated when an entire business is being transferred compared with only transferring assets. So when COW COUNTRY •

the decisions are numerous, complex and involve multiple heirs, a high level of effective communication with all parties can increase the chances for a blessing rather than a burden. Let us say that again: Communication amongst all relevant parties cannot be stressed enough — it is important in every stage of the estate planning process.

Trusts vs. Wills After the owners determine who gets what assets in the estate, the next step is to choose an instrument(s) for transferring the estate’s assets to the heirs and desired charitable institutions.

There are a number of instruments that can be used and each has a different level of complexity and cost. However, two of the most common instruments are wills and trusts, and each has associated tradeoffs. Creating a trust, especially a complex trust, is usually more expensive because it often requires changing titles and deeds to facilitate moving the ownership of the assets to the trust. However, if these activities are not completed, the

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trust will provide little if any value. With trusts, more of the financial assets are paid during the planning process and less at estate settlement time.

Seek out and hire legal counsel that is knowledgeable and experienced in estate planning.

In the case of planning using only a will, it is usually more economical on the front end of the process but tends to cost more later in the process if the estate requires court action during the settlement process (probate).

Seek Legal Counsel Our advice is to seek out and hire legal counsel that is knowledgeable and experienced in estate planning, especially someone who has experience with agricultural estates. They will provide valuable insight into the different instruments available for transferring estate assets and will help guide you through the proper and legal use of each. They can guide you through the planning process and make sure

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your goals are achieved with the correct design and creation of the necessary documents. Generally, there are other documents recommended in addition to the documents related to asset transfer that would provide guidance to family members concerning late-in-life health care and legal representation.

Federal Tax Legislation It is noteworthy to point out that federal legislation passed by Congress in December 2017 has impacts for estate planning. The most important part of

the legislation was that it increased the size of an estate not subject to federal estate taxation. The legislation basically doubled the size of an estate exempt from taxation from roughly $5.5 million to $11.4 million for 2019. The legislation also retained the portability option, which means that in the case of a husband and wife, the surviving spouse can use the unused portion of the first to add to their own $11 million exemption.

Proper filing of form 706 is required for the unused portion to be available to the

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surviving spouse.

In 2019, each individual can gift up to $15,000 to as many different people as they desire with the gift being exempt of federal gift taxation. With the exemption amount of $22.8 million for husband and wife, one might conclude there is little need to plan since no federal estate tax will be due. We advise caution with this way of thinking because the questions of who gets what and how much still remain. It should also be noted that these increased exemption amounts expire

at the end of 2025 unless Congress acts before then.

A last point we would like to make is that each of the 50 states in this country has a plan for its residents who die without having developed a plan for their estates’ assets. If an individual or a husband and wife want to make those decisions, it is imperative that they communicate their wishes, seek out and hire competent counsel, and pay to create a plan.

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K E N T U C K Y S OY B E A N P R O D U C T I O N R E AC H E S R E C O R D H I G H The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released the Crop Production 2018 Summary today, highlighting a record high soybean production and a decline in corn production.

“Rain characterized much of the 2018 growing season,” said David Knopf, director of the NASS Eastern Mountain Regional Office in Kentucky. “While it generally had a positive effect on crop growth, excessive rains kept crops from reaching their full potential and complicated harvest. Soybean production reached a record high level based on an increase in harvested acres.

Corn yield and acres were below last year, dropping production from last year and the 2016 level.”

Corn production in Kentucky is estimated at 215 million bushels, down 3 percent from the November forecast 56

and down 1 percent from the previous crop. Yield was estimated at 175 bushels per acre, down 4 bushels from the November forecast and down 3 bushels from the 2017 level. Acres for harvest as grain were estimated at 1.23 million acres, up 10,000 acres from 2017. The U.S. corn production is estimated at 14.4 billion bushels, down 1 percent from the 2017 estimate. The average yield in the United States is estimated at 176.4 bushels per acre, 0.2 bushels below the 2017 average yield. Area harvested for grain is estimated at 81.7 million acres, down 1 percent from the 2017 acreage.

Soybean production for Kentucky is estimated at 103 million bushels, down 4 percent from the November forecast and up 1 percent from 2017. Yield was estimated at 52 bushels per acre, down 2 bushels from last month and down 1.0 bushel from a year ago. Acreage for

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harvest as beans was estimated at 1.99 million acres, up 50,000 acres from the previous year. U.S. soybean production is forecast at 4.54 billion bushels, up 3 percent from last year. The average yield per acre is estimated at 51.6 bushels, up 2.3 bushels from last year. Area harvested is down 2 percent from 2017 at 88.1 million acres.

Knopf added that, “Tobacco took the hardest hit from weather conditions. As the growing season came to a close, yield was drastically cut by excessive rain.”

Kentucky burley tobacco production is estimated at 80.0 million pounds, down 11 percent from the October forecast and down 38 percent from 2017. Yield was estimated at 1,600 pounds per acre, down 100 pounds from the October forecast and down 450 pounds from the 2017 crop. Harvested acreage was estimated at 50,000 acres, down

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13,000 acres from last year’s crop. For the burley producing states production is estimated at 100 million pounds, down 38 percent from last year. Burley growers harvested 61,050 acres, down 25 percent from 2017. Yields were estimated at 1,645 pounds per acre, down 332 pounds from last year.

Production of Kentucky dark fire-cured tobacco is estimated at 35.2 million pounds, down 7 percent from the previous year. Dark air-cured tobacco production is estimated at 19.2 million pounds, up 18 percent from last year.

Alfalfa hay production by Kentucky farmers is estimated at 450,000 tons, down 26 percent the 2017 level. Other hay production is estimated at 4.64 million tons, up 2 percent from last year.

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TO P 5 E S S E N T I A LS O F H E I F E R D E V E LO P M E N T RYON WALKER, PH.D Livestock Consultant, Noble Foundation

Heifer development should be considered one of the easiest management components of your cow-calf herd.

You’re not pushing her for gain, she is not nursing a calf yet, she doesn’t tear up fences and equipment like a herd bull, and you’re just coasting her to a target breeding weight. However, heifer development is often one of the more challenging components in any given year.

Heifer development is not that complicated as long as you plan for it.

Manage heifers separately from the herd, separating pasture resources as well as additional hay and feed resources. What makes developing heifers a challenging decision is the development cost that incurs while keeping her in the herd before she produces a marketable calf.

If you’re breeding a replacement heifer to calve as a 2-year old, there will be two years of development cost before she produces a calf to market. And in most cases, calves out of first-calf females do not bring as much as the herd average due to weaning weight difference. In addition, the most stressful time in a replacement heifer’s life is delivering her first calf and her first lactation period, so 58

there are sometimes challenges getting her rebred and keeping her in the herd.

• Determine how many heifers you plan to develop.

Heifer development is not that complicated as long as you plan for it.

Manage heifers separately from the herd, and separate pasture resources as well as additional hay and feed resources.

• Have in mind how you plan to develop them. Inventory your feed resources (pasture, hay, supplementation and minerals) and develop a diet based on targeted average daily gain for a specific number of days.

So not only is properly developing heifers before the breeding season important, managing them after their first breeding season is just as critical. Here are five essential factors to think about when considering developing heifers for your operation.

1. Develop a plan.

This may sound simple, but developing a plan will help you understand what all goes into developing and breeding heifers, including the associated costs.

Developing a plan will force you to think about how many heifers you plan to develop, what facility and feed resources you have and need ahead of time, your limitations, and how much you are willing to put into it. Structure your plan into different phases: development, breeding and calving.

In the development phase:

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• Monitor heifer development and have culling criteria (such as body weight or gain) established to ensure heifers are on track for breeding.

In the breeding phase: • Determine when your breeding season starts and how long it will last.

• Make plans to pull the bull(s) and manage them separately.

• Are you only using natural service? If so, do you have enough calving-ease bulls to target one bull per 25 heifers (on average and depending on age of bull)?

• Will you use estrous synchronization and artificial insemination (AI)? If so, do you have all the supplies ordered and an AI technician lined up?

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• Determine whether you have enough forage and supplement resources (forage quality is critical) or if you need to purchase them prior to and following calving.

• Identify a calving pasture separate from the mature cow herd.Make sure you have the proper equipment to assist heifers calving and shelter for heifers that have been stressed from calving assistance.

2. Hire the right female.

Not every heifer will make a good replacement heifer. Some say the best replacement heifer is one that gets bred early in the breeding season and delivers and mothers a healthy calf, regardless of what that heifer looks like. We can still use phenotype and genetic pedigree as a selection tool, as long as it is not the first selection criteria.

The female you want to hire is a bred heifer that conceives early in the breeding season. However, to get there we need to make some decisions early on in the hiring process. You need a pool of candidates to start with based on your job description. Your job description should CONTINUED ON PAGE 60

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lay out minimum requirements that the heifer needs to meet before you choose her to go through the development process. These requirements should include: • No freemartins (infertile female born with a twin male) • Minimum body weight • Minimum age • Structural soundness • Not out of terminal sires • Any additional requirements you may have Throughout the development process, you should have checkpoints in place to monitor the performance of your heifers.

For example, bodyweight throughout the development process and pelvic area prior to breeding.

Finally, after the breeding season, she needs to be pregnant, preferably early in the breeding season. Then, and only then, should you hire her for the job of a herd cow.

3. Stay on track for breeding.

Regardless of her pedigree or looks, she needs to go into the breeding season cycling to increase her chances of conceiving early during a defined breeding season.

There are three factors that affect timing of puberty: breed, age and body weight.

In low percentage Bos indicus heifers, puberty will typically occur from 12 to 14 months of age. Regardless of breed, heifers should weigh close to 65 percent of expected mature body weight at breeding. Reproductive tract scores can be used to determine the puberty status prior to breeding; however, finding someone experienced and available to conduct the exams can be a challenge.

If the heifer is old enough, body weight is the key factor to determine if that heifer is on track for breeding. However, you need to have the capabilities of weighing the heifers to determine if they are on track or not.

Some studies have been successful at developing heifers that weigh less than 65 percent of mature body weight at breeding (55 to 58 percent) but only for a natural service breeding program.

If estrous synchronization is used in conjunction with artificial insemination

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(AI) at a predetermined time, heifers that reach 65 percent or more of their target body weight at breeding are likely to have a higher conception rate and remain in the herd longer.

4. Breed early and calve early so she can stay longer.

Research is limited, but studies show a strong correlation between heifers conceiving early in the first breeding season and remaining in the herd longer (raising a calf every year).

It is hard to swallow the idea of leaving the bull out with your replacement heifers for only 30 days. If that is unrealistic, you can still maintain a 45-day, 60-day or longer breeding season if you have the capabilities of determining which heifer conceived in the first 30 days. You would then have the opportunity to add value and market heifers that conceived in the second half of the breeding season as bred heifers.

The little research out there tells us that conception in the very beginning of the breeding season is impacted by target breeding weight. Heifers that reach 65 percent or more of their expected mature body weight by the start of the breeding season are more likely to get bred early (particularly when estrous synchronization and AI are used) in the breeding season and remain in the herd longer.

5. Manage for her future.

In an article I wrote on heifer development in the March 2018 issue of Noble News and Views, I talked about factors during heifer development that could affect their ability to stay in the herd. Let’s take that a step further and discuss managing that heifer after delivering her first calf.

Managing a first-calf female for her second breeding season can be more challenging than developing a replacement heifer. If the heifer is not in adequate body condition when she delivers her first calf, it will be difficult for her to resume estrus prior to her second breeding season. Nutrient requirements are much higher for these lactating heifers because they require nutrients not only for maintenance and lactation but for growth. Thus, it is critical that a heifer calves in a body condition score of 6 at least two weeks prior to the rest of the cow herd so she has the same opportunity to conceive early in her second breeding season like she did in her first breeding season.

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U K R E S E A R C H E R S PA R T N E R I N G W I T H N AT I O N A L G R O U P T O H E L P C S A S T H R I V E Katie Pratt University of Kentucky researchers are part of a national group working to increase opportunities and the economic viability of Community Supported Agriculture operations. A CSA is a subscription-based program where consumers buy “shares” in a farm’s output throughout a growing season.

Tim Woods, and Jairus Rossi, faculty in the UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, are partnering with seven CSA technical assistance groups from across the nation to develop a community of practice for CSAs so they can more easily share marketing

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“We have a unique opportunity to build a knowledge-sharing network between organizations with innovative approaches to CSA,” said Rossi, an assistant research professor in the college’s Community and Economic Development Initiative of Kentucky. “By providing space for collaborations, we can facilitate the exchange of hard-won lessons and novel

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ideas between service providers across the nation.”

In CSAs, members purchase their share at the beginning of the season with the understanding that they will take part in the bounty or lack thereof with the producer. This model is a win-win for producers and consumers as it helps take some of risk out of farming by providing producers with a stable income, while at the same time CSA members receive benefits from receiving farm fresh fruits and vegetables each week during the growing season.

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marketing challenges including nationwide market stagnation, retention rates and competition from CSA-like services. Many of these issues are related to consumers’ lack of education about CSAs and their benefits.

“We have been growing and marketing organic produce through the CSA system since 2005 and have noticed over the past few years that there is an increasing trend toward modifying traditional CSA models,” said Mark Williams, interim chair of the UK Department of Horticulture and director of the college’s organic farming unit. “It seems that this

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CSA community of practice could be a substantial step forward in increasing CSA production while addressing key challenges for growers.”

The three-year project is led by the Wisconsin FairShare Coalition and is funded by a nearly $500,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Local Foods and Promotion Program.

The California-based Community Alliance with Family Farms is also a key partner on the project. Additional collaborators include CSA technical assistance programs in New York, the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments, Oregon and Michigan. All partners have developed innovative ways to address CSA marketing challenges in their areas.

“The project will bring all of these resources together and allow us to address challenges that CSAs face as a group. This includes ways to access non-traditional markets like employer wellness programs and virtual shoppers, as well as new approaches to managing the CSA business in an effort to strengthen retention rates,” said Woods, UK extension professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics.

“Engaging with the community will always be a central tenet, but there are many creative ways to do this, and we want to be able to freely share ideas.”

Partners will offer strategies on marketing, retention rates, workplace wellness and employer-based programs, farm business management, health and wellness discount programs and ways to increase access to low-income individuals and families. Ultimately, results from this project will give U.S. farmers greater access to these new and innovative strategies to grow their businesses.

Woods and Rossi are developing the community of practice for the grant. UK is renowned for developing innovations in both CSA production and marketing, having developed a number of nationally recognized resources for CSA producers with varying experience levels. Directors of UK’s student-run CSA farm have developed a detailed breakdown of business costs for small-to-mediumsized CSAs. UK researchers continue to study the potential health benefits of CSA participation and employer return on investment associated with partial sponsorship of CSAs as part of worksite wellness programs.

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Jaycie Heath of Henry County, Kentucky has been selected as one of the spring interns for the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association.

Sabrina Shaver of Shelbyville, Kentucky has been selected as the communications intern for the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association.

Jaycie is the daughter of Jason Heath and Corinne Belton, who are both active within various agriculture industries.

Jaycie grew up participating in both 4-H and FFA, where she showed Shorthorn and Santa Gertrudis cattle, sheep, goats, and hogs at various levels.

Sabrina is the daughter of Bobby and Melissa Shaver, who reside on their beef cattle farm in Shelby County, where Sabrina grew up. She was raised in the agriculture industry, where she got her start on her family farm. She was also active in the FFA chapter in her high school, serving as a chapter officer for several years and competing in speech contests.

Jaycie is a junior at the University of Kentucky who is majoring in Agriculture Education with a triple minor in Animal Science, Agriculture Economics, and Plant and Soil Science. She likes to stay involved with the College of Agriculture, Food, and Environment as a member of Livestock Judging Team, Agronomy Club, and Block and Bridle.

Her involvement within the college has allowed her to develop connections, life skills, and grow professionally.

Jaycie is excited to be part of the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association this spring. During her time in this role, she hopes to be able to meet and network with producers, elevate her involvement in the beef industry, and experience a different side of the Kentucky cattle industry.

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Sabrina is currently a senior at the University of Kentucky and is majoring in Integrated Strategic Communication.

She has been very involved at the University of Kentucky, namely through her involvement with Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. Her involvement with her chapter and with the philanthropic efforts of the Cowboy Up for A Cure Rodeo in college have helped her to grow both professionally and personally over the past four years.

Sabrina is excited to expand her knowledge on the industry and to become more involved in the beef industry. Through this internship, she hopes to gain professional skills that will help boost her writing skills and to create connections in the industry.

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The University of Kentucky will host its first Kentucky Agricultural Training School workshop of the year March 7 at the UK Research and Education Center Farm in Princeton.

The event began two years ago as the UK Wheat Field School, an effort of UK Grain and Forage Center of Excellence specialists to give producers real-time, technical field assessments and handson education at critical times in the growing season. As the school grew and flourished, UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment specialists changed its name to include all commodities and better state its mission of aiding experienced grain producers and others in the industry in making well-informed decisions related to their operations.

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The daylong workshop will focus on early-season managing decisions during wheat greenup and pre-planting for corn and soybeans. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. CT, and the workshop starts at 9 a.m. Topics include early spring assessment of wheat conditions, annual winter weed management in wheat, pre-plant weed management in corn and soybeans, how soil management decisions influence planter performance and improving profitability through machine management.

Class size is limited to 30 people, and registration is required. To register, visit https://ukkats372019.eventbrite.com.

This training will happen rain or shine, so participants need to dress accordingly.

Lunch is provided.

Continuing education units for certified crop advisers and pesticide applicators are pending.

The UKREC Farm is located at 1205 Hopkinsville Street in Princeton.

For additional information or help with registration, contact Lori Rogers, KATS coordinator, at 859-562-1317 or lori. rogers@uky.edu.

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FOREE REFLECTS O N PA S T Y E A R A S P R E S I D E N T Sabrina Shaver In a law office, just sitting off a busy stretch of road running through Henry County, sits Bobby Foree. Husband, father, brother, lawyer, just to name a few of the hats that he wears, all describes the 2018 Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association president. It’s obvious that Bobby Foree isn’t just good at multi-tasking, but a master at it. Starting in his college years, Foree balanced farming while attending classes at the University of Kentucky, continuing this balancing act through life adding on running a law office and starting a family, all of which provided great practice for his past year as president. Between traveling to county Cattlemen’s meetings, experiencing the launch of Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground beef, attending the state and national convention and building many new friendships, 2018 was a busy year.

Over the past year, Foree was lucky enough to see a growth in membership with the KCA. “Seeing the growth in membership and involvement of young farmers is one of my highlights for the year” said Foree. For Foree, it’s more than looking back, it’s looking forward to the opportunities and growth that is possible for the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association. When asked what he hopes to see in the future for the KCA, Foree was quick to answer with growth.

Membership has rose to nearly 11,000 of the 38,000 cattle producers in Kentucky, which Foree hopes will rise to 50% in the years to come.

Another highlight of Foree’s year as president was being able to see the launch of Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef.

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year in March. Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef is available in Kroger’s across the state for Kentuckians to purchase local ground beef sourced from Kentucky farmers. Another area he would like to see growth in is in the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef. Innovation, the addition of a variety of meat cuts and expansion of locations where the products can be purchased are just some of the ideas that Foree had for the growth of Kentucky Cattlemen’s Ground Beef.

When asked what surprised him the most the past year, Foree had a laugh and answered, “the time”. From traveling to various county meetings across the state, with the companionship of his wife Jean Kaye, to meetings and conventions, there was no shortage of events to keep Foree busy. These events that kept him busy however, is what Foree attributes to the best part of being a member of the KCA. “Staying active and being involved is the best advice that I could give to a young farmer or someone who is trying to increase their participation” said Foree.

While he has proven himself to be a master at multi-tasking, Foree had a lot of support along the way. With the help of Justin Atchison, Foree’s farm manager, the rest of his employees, as well as Tommy Singleton, Foree was able to not only continue his operation, but grow his farm this past year. A special thanks also goes out to Dave Maples and the rest of the KCA office staff who supported him along the way and Becky Thompson for supporting him during his stint as a KBN Chairman. Foree would also like to thank his family, including his wife, Jean Kaye, and his children, Ashley, Roby and Tabitha.

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N C B A A N N O U N C E S C A M PA I G N F O R

“ FA K E M E AT FAC T S ” WASHINGTON (February 6, 2019) – Today the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association launched a new campaign highlighting critical questions about the production of lab-grown fake meat. The Fake Meat Facts campaign will shine a spotlight on the many unknowns that the federal government must clarify before finalizing the regulatory framework for these emerging products.

“The federal government is moving in the right direction on lab-grown fake meat oversight, but new information raises more questions than answers,” said NCBA President Jennifer Houston. “The lack of scientific consensus surrounding cell-cultured protein products became crystal clear to me when I participated in last year’s joint public meeting. NCBA will continue to push for increased transparency to ensure consumers know the facts about lab-grown fake meat production.”

Last year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced a framework for regulating lab-grown fake meat. USDA will have primary oversight of food production and labeling, while the FDA will have oversight of cell collection 70

and cell growth. However, as NCBA noted at the time, many details still need to be worked out. Additional information about the production, composition, and safety of cell-cultured protein is needed to inform the development of a comprehensive framework that protects consumers.

Will a USDA veterinarian inspect animals that provide cells for the culturing process?

“It is critical that manufacturers make samples of their cell-cultured products available for independent, objective analysis,” added NCBA Senior Director of Government Affairs Danielle Beck.

“Until then, stakeholders will be forced to base their assessments on the unverified claims of manufacturing companies and fake meat activists.”

When and how will oversight of the production process transition from FDA to USDA?

Cattle and beef producers provide consumers with extensive resources on the production of real beef. Learn more about how beef goes from pasture to plate here (http://bit.ly/2DWOzmE) Will the FDA evaluate the premarket safety of the products?

The initial announcement of the regulatory framework made no mention of a pre-market safety evaluation, which FDA has traditionally been responsible for conducting.

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Ante-mortem inspection of every animal is a fundamental component of inspection and should be applied to livestock used in the cell-cultured protein manufacturing process.

The framework notes that an oversight transition will occur during the “cell harvest stage” but does not provide details on the specific timing and mechanics.

How will antibiotics be used in the production process?

Despite the claims of some manufacturers, independent scientists have noted that antibiotics will be used in the production process and raised questions about the impact on the finished food product.

How will food safety risks change when cell-cultured products are manufactured at commercial scale?

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Risks associated with commercial production may differ from the risks associated with production in the research and development phase.

Is the finished product safe for human consumption?

Fake meat industry representatives claim that the technologies used in cellcultured manufacturing are widely-used and understood, but the finished product must still be evaluated for safety.

How does the finished product compare to conventionallyproduced meat on a scientific level?

Manufacturers claim that cellcultured products will be identical to conventional meat but have thus far not provided evidence of compositional and nutritional similarities.

Have the finished products been analyzed by independent scientists?

In the absence of independent, scientific evaluation of cell-cultured products, assessments will be based on the unverified claims of manufacturers and limited academic research.

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H O W T H E F E D E R AT I O N H A S C O N T I N U E D T O INVEST FOR SUCCESS Dawn Caldwell For several reasons, no term better summarizes my term as the Federation of State Beef Councils chair than the word “invest.” The web site dictionary.com defines the word to mean putting money to use, to use money in accumulating something, or to use, give or devote time, talent, etc. to achieve a goal. In my experience, that has been the national Beef Checkoff Program in a nutshell.

One dollar per beef animal sold, combined with the time, talent, and dedicated commitment of state beef council executives and staff, state beef council producer members (including those who serve on the Federation board), Cattlemen’s Beef Board members, and contractors, all factoring into beef checkoff success that benefits every beef producer.

Serving as the Federation chair this past year has been incredibly rewarding in many ways. I can’t help but smile with pride reflecting on the successes we achieved for beef producers. I am especially appreciative of the commitment of board members and supporters of individual state beef councils, who invest into the Federation. Helen Keller said it perfectly: “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

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Every previous Federation chair I have known has wanted to strengthen the state/national checkoff partnership and create a greater awareness and understanding of the Federation. That was my desire, too. Laurie Munns, a Utah beef producer who has been an inspiring vice chair, and I chose to empower each of the Federation regional vice presidents to reach out to the state beef councils in their respective regions, visiting with board members there.

It has been our philosophy that those investing the dollars need to be engaged in the process and decision making, and most importantly know the outcomes so they can tout the good news of success!

And there has been plenty of success to tout. For starters, beef demand is at a very high level, despite increased production.

(Yes, there’s a difference between beef disappearance and demand.) There are many factors involved in increasing demand, but we have been proud to point to the following checkoff-funded projects implemented by the Federation in areas that are making a difference: • Funding of critical nutrition and food safety research; • Management of issues impacting the beef industry; COW COUNTRY •

• Gathering of data that validates sustainability throughout the beef chain; • Positive moves to increase beef demand in foreign markets; Investment in Beef Quality Assurance training and adoption; • Conducting cattle and beef immersion experiences for thought leaders, educators, health influencers and marketers; • Enhancement and upgrading of a beef industry culinary center that tests recipes and trains chefs; • Development of producer video profiles that help put a face on our industry; and Assuring the industry keeps up with the times with programs like “Chuck,” the new virtual assistant for smart speakers and mobile devices that provides recipes, cut and cooking information – and a lot more – to today’s consumers.

Above all, I’d like to say thank you to every producer, volunteer leader, staff member and contractor working tirelessly to build beef demand. Thanks for investing your dollars, your time and your wisdom to make our industry and

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our livelihoods better. As we move into 2019 and beyond, we must continue to put our dollars, our time and our talents together to do all we can to make beef the world’s preferred protein.

Dawn Caldwell and her husband, Matt, live at Edgar, Neb., and have a cow-calf operation in South Central Nebraska and North Central Kansas. She will step down as Federation chair at the 2019 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans, La., Jan. 30 – Feb. 1, 2019.

The Federation of State Beef Councils is a division of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), which is a contractor to the Beef Checkoff Program. The program is administered by the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, with oversight provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

The Beef Checkoff Program was established as part of the 1985 Farm Bill.

The checkoff assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products.

States retain up to 50 cents on the dollar and forward the other 50 cents per head to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board

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C OW S I Z E A N D S U C C E S S I N T H E B E E F BU S I N E S S C O F F E E D I S C U S S I O N S T E N D T O A S S U M E A N A N S W E R Q U I C K LY, B U T T H E R E A L I T Y I S M U C H M O R E D I F F I C U LT A N D C O M P L I C AT E D Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service What do you do with a group of 98 heifers in which 5 percent have a frame score of 1 and 2, 11 percent have a frame score of 3, 21 percent have a frame score of 4, 28 percent have a frame score of 5, 27 percent have a frame score of 6 and 8 percent have a frame score of 7 and 8?

A coffee break would be a good time to discuss the heifers and figure out a good approach to managing them. Actually, the heifers are from the breeding herds at the Dickinson Research Extension Center. The center maintains two particular groups of cattle.

The “range” group is small- to mediumframed cattle, while the “beef” group is medium- to large-framed cattle. As a

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result, the center has a good cross section of cattle that represents virtually all the frame scores available. Granted, cattle at the extremes are fewer in number, but just the same, they are there.

Recently, those familiar with the center’s cattle met over coffee to talk about what would be a good project for this set of cattle. The challenge, which is wellknown to many, is obtaining data that adequately evaluates cattle frame and the association of a particular frame score with appropriate inputs and outputs.

Coffee discussions tend to assume an answer quickly, but the reality is much more difficult and complicated.

Commentary within the beef industry

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forecasts the future with thoughts based on the current situation with analysis of the past.

A case in point: With lower cattle numbers, feedlot and harvest data strongly suggest that cattle are being held longer on feed and harvested at heavier weights. To fit current demands, that industry response is logical.

The coffee discussion about excessive carcass weight slowly diminishes as discounts on excess carcass weight fade.

Granted, there still is a discount, but the acceptable weights have increased.

The obvious discussion that follows centers on whether market cows also are increasing in harvest weight.

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Yes, they are, which makes sense because increased growth genetics are being selected within the breeding herds to supply the more acceptable larger carcasses. The efficiency of cattle in the feedlot is well-studied.

In simple terms, if a feedlot producer understands the growth curve of the type of cattle being fed, the feedlot will feed those cattle to maximize lean growth and attain a desirable quality grade.

The larger-framed cattle have an extended feeding time because a feedlot can feed a ration that encourages muscle growth and can defer rations that would be more prone to fat growth. Larger- framed cattle historically have been leaner on

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the rail because carcass weight discounts have discouraged pushing the cattle to a later end point with a potentially higher quality grade. Therefore, under the current short supply situation, largeframed cattle are more in demand.

Frame size and breed type are two key factors that guide the management of cattle types within the feed yard. I actually have read several articles that infer that size will continue to increase to meet demand.

That being said, back at the coffee table, the topic of cow size and efficiency was the topic of the day. Are smaller-framed cows relevant today? The discussion is long because the missing pieces of the puzzle allow for speculation.

The feedlot world well understands cattle efficiency as feed efficiency. Every bite of feed needs to produce a saleable portion of beef. The cow-calf industry does not have that same level of understanding because the complexities are much greater.

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Therefore, the center’s 98 heifers, of which 5 percent have a frame score of 1 and 2, 11 percent have a frame score of 3, 21 percent have a frame score of 4, 28 percent have a frame score of 5, 27 have a percent frame score of 6 and 8 percent have a frame score of 7 and 8, offer the center a tremendous opportunity to focus on an efficiency study of the cow unit, not just the calf.

As coffee ends, there is considerable interest in pondering the future of the beef industry and how cow-calf producers will be called upon to supply beef.

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VACCINATION PROGRAMS FOR THE COW/CALF OPERATION University of Missouri Disease prevention is of utmost importance in a cow-calf operation because it is a low profit margin enterprise. Adequate nutrition, strategic deworming, sanitation and a well designed vaccination program are all necessary to maintain herd health.

This paper focuses on the vaccination program aspect of herd health and the goal is to provide producers with information they need to evaluate their own program if necessary. However, this is not to be used as a substitute when advice from a local veterinarian is available.

The local veterinarian understands the predominant diseases in a particular area and has the ability to design a vaccination program that is tailor made for the needs of each operation. In addition, producers currently on a vaccination program designed by a veterinarian should not make changes to the program without first consulting with their veterinarian.

Failure to do so may lead to undesired consequences.

Overview of the vaccination program Vaccine programs used in the breeding herd are primarily designed to prevent against diseases that cause reproductive losses which includes failure to conceive, embryonic death, abortion and stillbirths.

Vaccinating the breeding herd also protects the developing fetus and has the additional benefit of increasing antibodies in colostrum which helps protect the newborn calf. In calves, the vaccination program is primarily designed to prevent respiratory disease and diseases that cause sudden death.

Diseases The first step in designing or evaluating a program is to know the diseases that are most likely to impact a cow/calf operation. The following is a description of the diseases that typically make up the core of most vaccination programs and when the vaccines for the disease are to be administered. Vaccines for other diseases can be added when deemed necessary.

Viral diseases Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR) – in a non-immune pregnant cow, exposure to this virus can cause abortions. The abortions typically occur after four months 78

of gestation but can occur at anytime and abortion rates of 5-60% have been reported. In calves, IBR is responsible for respiratory disease outbreaks. Calves with IBR will exhibit fever, lethargy, heavy nasal discharge and open mouth breathing. IBR may also affect the eye creating symptoms similar to pinkeye.

This “ocular form” of IBR may or may not occur in conjunction with respiratory disease. Cows and replacement heifers should be vaccinated for IBR before the breeding season begins and calves should be vaccinated near weaning.

Bovine Virus Diarrhea (BVD) - BVD is a complicated disease and can cause a wide variety of problems in a cow/calf herd. In pregnant animals, infections may result in early embryonic death, abortions or calves may be born with congenital defects. BVD infections also have an immunosuppressive effect and can make the cowherd more susceptible to other infectious agents. Calves exposed to this virus may show severe diarrhea but respiratory disease outbreaks are more common. The immunosuppressive effect of this virus also makes calves more susceptible to other infectious agents.

The greatest impact of BVD is seen in herds that have one or more persistently infected (PI) animals. The creation of a persistently infected (PI) animal happens only during pregnancy and occurs in the following manner: Around 60 to 125 days of gestation, the immune system of the unborn calf is in the recognition period. If a non-cytopathic strain of the BVD virus infects the unborn calf during this recognition period, the virus may be recognized as “normal” by the calf’s immune system. If this occurs, the virus is never eliminated from the calf’s body and the calf is infected for life. Once this animal is born it is the primary source of maintenance of BVD in the herd since it sheds high levels of the virus in body secretions and excretions. Pregnant cows and calves that come into contact with these PI’s experience the problems described in the previous paragraph.

Because PI animals are so detrimental, the common recommendation for herds that suspect they have one or more PI’s is to test and remove the infected animals

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under the guidance of a veterinarian.

Vaccination alone is not enough to overcome the effects these PI’s may have. If a herd is currently PI free, it is recommended that all purchased cattle are tested before they are introduced into the herd and a BVD vaccine should be given to the cowherd pre-breeding. If the cow is protected, this greatly reduces the risk of the unborn calf becoming infected if the herd is accidently exposed to the virus. Calves should be vaccinated for BVD near weaning.

Bovine Respiratory Syncytial Virus (BRSV) – Even though BRSV is occasionally reported to be the cause of respiratory disease outbreaks in nonimmune adult cows, it is more likely to cause respiratory disease outbreaks in calves. Calves that develop a severe form of BRSV have steadily increased breathing difficulty, fluid accumulates in the lungs and they may have open mouth breathing.

If it is decided a BRSV vaccine should be used in the breeding herd it should be administered at the same time the IBR and BVD vaccines are administered.

Calves should be given the vaccine near weaning.

Parainfluenza (PI3) – This virus has traditionally been considered to be part of the respiratory disease complex in calves but there is little evidence to indicate how significant its role is. Even though the importance of this virus is in question, producers will find that vaccines containing IBR, BVD and BRSV will also contain PI3 and therefore they will be vaccinating against this disease by default.

Bacterial diseases Leptospirosis – This bacterial agent predominately affects cows and causes abortions, stillbirths or weak born calves.

Abortions may occur as early as the third month of gestation, but more frequently occur in the 3rd trimester.

Historically, vaccinating against leptospirosis has been done with a multivalent (several strains) vaccine containing L. hardjo, L. pomona, L. canicola, L. icterohaemorrhagiae and L. grippotyphosa. Vaccination of the breeding herd normally occurs before the breeding season begins and again

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at pregnancy examination time because the duration of immunity of this vaccine is less than one year. More recently, animal health companies have been offering a vaccine that contains another strain of leptospirosis called L. hardjobovis. Producers should consult with their veterinarian to determine if this additional strain should be included in their vaccination protocol.

Vibriosis - Vibriosis is a venereal disease that can be spread from an infected cow to uninfected cows via the bull. Vibriosis may cause embryonic death and resorption which goes unnoticed by the producer or it may lead to infertility and the producer notices his/her cows rebreeding several times before they finally conceive. Infected cows usually recover and become normal breeders after a normal pregnancy is obtained. However, a few cows will carry the infection through gestation, deliver a normal calf and then infect bulls in the next breeding season. Vaccinations for vibriosis should be given to all breeding animals prior to the breeding season.

Clostridial diseases – Clostridium bacteria can cause disease of the muscle, liver or intestine in cattle. Terms frequently used when muscle is involved are blackleg and malignant edema and the term redwater is used when the liver is involved.

Clinical signs of a clostridial infection are dependent upon the organ involved. In most instances, producers will find the affected animals dead rather than sick due to the rapid progression of the disease.

Occasionally, clostridial diseases affect older animals but in most instances the greatest impact is seen in calves. Vaccines against clostridial diseases are commonly referred to as 7-way or 8-way blackleg vaccine and they are normally given to calves at marking and branding time and again near weaning.

Brucellosis – Signs of this disease in cattle are abortions, weak calves, failure to settle, faulty cleaning and decreased milk production with no apparent signs of sickness. Even though testing and slaughtering has greatly reduced the incidence of this disease, it is highly recommended that replacement heifers still be vaccinated for it. This vaccine is normally administered around weaning

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time and must be administered by a licensed veterinarian.

Vaccines Vaccines contain bacteria, viruses or a combination of both. To prevent the vaccine from causing disease when it is administered to an animal, the vaccine manufacturers will alter the organisms during the manufacturing process.

Currently, vaccines used by cattle producers can be divided into two major categories. They are the inactivated or killed vaccines and the modified live vaccines. These terms are referring to the condition of the bacteria or virus in the vaccine. “Killed” means the organisms are no longer alive and “Modified Live” means the organisms are still alive and have the ability to replicate, but they have been altered in such a way they don’t cause disease when they are administered to the animal. Common examples of killed vaccines producers may be familiar with are blackleg and leptospirosis which are bacterial diseases. However, killed vaccines may also contain viruses such as IBR, BVD, BRSV and PI3.

When the term modified live is used, people are generally referring to viruses only even though there are a few modified live bacterial vaccines available. It is also important to be aware that modified live vaccines may have a killed component to them. A common example of this is a vaccine that contains a modified live IBR, BVD, BRSV and PI3 and also contains the five strains of a killed leptospirosis. There are also some vaccines that contain both killed and modified live viruses. Carefully reading the vaccine label will indicate whether the vaccine is killed, modified live, or a combination of both.

A question that commonly arises is which type of vaccine should be used when vaccinating for viral diseases – killed or modified live? The advantages most frequently cited for using modified live vaccines are they provide quicker protection, better protection, and longer lasting protection against viral diseases than do the killed vaccines. Another advantage commonly cited is that one dose of a modified live vaccine may elicit a protective immune response in an animal that has never been vaccinated before, whereas a killed vaccine will require a second dose 3-4 weeks later. Even though one dose of a modified live may be adequate in some instances, it is generally recommended that a second dose of the COW COUNTRY •

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vaccine be administered 3-4 weeks later to ensure a greater percentage of the herd is immunized. Once the animals have been properly immunized, one dose of either the killed or modified live annually, is usually sufficient to “booster” immunity.

The primary disadvantage of the modified live vaccines is the precautions they have associated with them. Some modified lives are not labeled for use in pregnant cows or calves nursing pregnant cows.

Those that are approved for use in these circumstances requires the cows be vaccinated with a modified live vaccine from the same company within the past 12 months.

There is also some that information that suggest a modified live should be administered no sooner than 30 days before the start of the breeding season; especially in cows or heifers in which a modified live vaccine has never been used before. The reason behind this is the modified live IBR component of the vaccine may cause inflammation of the ovary thereby reducing fertility for a short period of time. If the vaccine is administered 30+ days in advance, the inflammation will have subsided and fertility will have returned to normal by the breeding season. Producers that can follow these precautions are encouraged to use modified lives because of the advantages previously mentioned. For those that cannot, killed vaccines will still provide protection as long as label directions are followed. Talking with the local veterinarian will help the producer decide if a modified live viral vaccine will fit with their management style.

administering the respiratory disease vaccines 2-4 weeks prior to weaning and then again at weaning. Administering the vaccine prior to weaning not only gives the calves time to respond to the vaccine but the calves are under less stress at this

time because they are still with the cows.

Other factors lead to a poor vaccine response is poor nutrition, parasitism, overwhelming disease challenge and mishandling of vaccine.

BASIC VACCINATION PROTOCOL COWS

CALVES

Pre-Breeding: IBR, BVD, BRSV, PI3, Leptospirosis (5-way) Vibrosis

Marking & Branding Time (60-90 days): Clostridial diseases (7-way) 2-4 Weeks Prior to Weaning: Clostridial diseases (7-way) IBR, BVD, BRSV, PI3

Pregnancy Examination: Leptospirosis (5-Way)

Weaning: IBR, BVD, BRSV, PI3 Leptospirosis (5-way) Vibriosis

BREEDING BULLS Pre-breeding: IBR, BVD, BRSV, PI3 Vibrosis

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BRSV and PI3 may be considered as optional in breeding livestock.

The replacement heifers will require two doses of Leptospirosis and Vibriosis since they have not received these vaccines before. The first dose of Lepto and Vibrio can be given 60 days prior to breeding and again at 30 days prior to breeding when the viral vaccine is administered.

The other option is to administer the Lepto and Vibrio along with the viral’s 30 days prior to the breeding season and then the second dose may be administered at breeding time.

30-60 Days Prior to Breeding: IBR, BVD, BRSV, PI3 Leptospirosis (5-way) Vibrosis

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In many cow/calf operations vaccines are only given to calves at weaning time. If this is the case, consider using a modified live viral vaccine and administer it the same day that weaning begins.

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Timing of vaccination is also important for a achieving an adequate immune response. Administering vaccines during stressful periods, such as during weaning, reduces the ability of the animal’s immune system to properly respond to the vaccine resulting in poor protection. This is why vaccination programs often recommend

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KCA TAKES STEPS TOWARD REGULATING & LABELING LAB-GROWN FAKE MEAT Nikki Whitaker In February, KCA President Tim White and KBN Chair Cary King met with the Commissioner of Agriculture Ryan Quarles; Representatives Richard Heath, Suzanne Miles, and Michael Meredith; and representatives from Kentucky Farm Bureau and the KY Department of Ag, to take steps toward the regulation and labeling procedures of lab-grown fake meat.

On February 20, House Bill 311 was heard by the House Standing Committee on Agriculture in Frankfort. House Bill 311, sponsored by Representatives Michael Meredith (R-19), Brandon Reed (R-24), Myron Dossett (R-9), David Hale (R-74), Richard Heath (R-2), Kim King (R-55), Matthew Koch (R-72), Suzanne Miles (R7), and James Tipton (R-53) would amend KRS 217.035 to include any food product that purports to be or is represented as meat or a meat product that contains any cultured animal tissue produced from in vitro animal cell cultures outside of the organism from which it is derived as misbranded. A representative with the Good Food Institute spoke against the bill, saying legislation for a product that isn’t on the market in Kentucky yet was a government overreach.

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COWS PREGNANT AGAIN IN 82 DAYS G O O D B O DY C O N D I T I O N I S K E Y T O T H E S U C C E S S O F T H E B R E E D I N G S E A S O N Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Servicet Are the cows ready to breed?

Assuming a 283-day gestation, if the cow that calved on April 1 wants to maintain her position as the first cow to calve on April 1, she only has 82 days to recoup from calving, start lactating and be cycling the day the bulls arrive in the pasture. And so the question of the day: “Are the cows ready to breed?”

First, a review from the IRM Pocket Reference, which is sponsored by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association.

The IRM Pocket Reference has several good points regarding rebreeding cows, with the focus on the condition of the cows.

Cow condition is the primary indicator of the success of the upcoming breeding season. That is also the reason cattle producers are reminded, starting in the fall, to keep cows in fair condition.

As a rule of thumb, the IRM Pocket Reference notes cows with a body condition score of 3 or lower will not rebreed. Cows with condition score 3 or lower have little to no fat cover, with a prominent backbone, hips and ribs evident, and in the extreme case, are emaciated. These cows are not candidates for rebreeding and, if prominent within a herd, the herd needs to have a serious discussion with those who can offer some help.

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Poor nutrition and subsequent health issues would more than likely be the foundation of the problem and immediate action must be taken to correct the problems. However, that is not the point of this discussion. Let’s focus on the cows that soon will be exposed to the bull.

Body condition changes gradually. As cows add condition, they will advance from those borderline condition score 4s to a condition score of 5 or 6 if fed properly. A good spring certainly will help initiate gain on condition score 4 cows.

Thus, make sure pasture management provides good spring pasture.

Moderately conditioned cows, with a condition score of 5 or 6, do not have obviously visible ribs, and the backbone and hips are smoother without pronounced, obvious visual evidence of individual bones. The cows simply appear physically fit, and move well, alertly and contently. These are the kinds of cows that should be present in cow herds across cattle country and reflect the ability of cattle producers to match cow type to the production environment.

Essentially, this cow is the product of good management and good genetics.

No one cow type fits all operations, but the evaluation of body condition prior to breeding does indicate how a producer’s cow herd fits into the producer’s

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environment. Cows with body condition scores of 5 or 6 will assure a good pregnancy rate and are certainly worth the producer’s effort.

Basically, producers need to evaluate the amount of effort and cost needed to maintain a 5 or 6 condition score. At that point, producers can look for managerial or genetic changes to lower effort and cost.

The IRM Pocket Reference indicates that the pregnancy rate for body condition score 5 cows should be around 86 percent and for body condition score 6 cows, it should be 93 percent. The benchmark for cows calving among North Dakota Beef Cattle Improvement Association beef producers involved in the North Dakota State University Extension Service CHAPS program is 93 percent, showing most producers have their cows at a 5 to 6 condition score.

Perhaps that is why cow herds take decades to establish. And in the end, the reward is a good, sound, productive herd.

With the onset of grazing and cow turnout to cool-season grass, the stage already is set. Do the cows fit the operation? At 93 percent pregnancy rates, the answer is “yes.” Anything less should raise an eyebrow.

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production environment will maintain a 365-day calving cycle, or in other words, calve every year on time. Cows poorly adapted to the production environment will not.

Cows utilize available feed to recoup from calving, begin lactating and produce milk daily for the calf. For the cows, thoughts of reproducing for next year will not be entertained until those two steps are done, which is why underfed and poorly nourished cows will not maintain a good annual reproductive rate.

The producer has a very hard time making up pre-calving nutritional deficiencies after calving. Thus the saying, “Cows need to fit the environment.” The test is the ability to rebreed to produce a calf every year at the desired time for calving.

The bottom line in this discussion is simple: Cows need to be ready to rebreed before calving. That sounds strange, but in reality, this year’s breeding success already has been determined for the typical beef producer.

Make a big note as to the current cow body condition. Plan to check pregnancy this fall and re-visit this issue in the fall armed with information.

A final note: The same applies for the bulls because their condition should match the cows’ condition.

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FEATURE approximately 90% is infected with an endophytic fungus. This fungus produces toxins that decrease production and make rough hair coats in cattle that consume infected fescue, especially in the summer.

IS HAIR COAT AN INDICATOR OF NUTRITIONAL AND/OR HEALTH STATUS OF BEEF CATTLE? Good cattle management requires careful observation, and there are many important things to watch for. One not to be overlooked is the hair coat. The spring may be the best time to evaluate the hair coat of cattle.

Healthy cattle have healthy hair. Healthy hair is produced by hair follicles that are supplied with adequate protein, vitamins, and minerals. If any of these ingredients for building healthy hair are limited, the hair coat may become dull, off-colored, and brittle.

Unhealthy hair coats are sometimes described as rough and are likely not to shed in a timely manner in the spring. Healthy hair in cattle is not a fashion statement. The same nutritional

ingredients that make healthy hair are also responsible for efficient reproduction, immune function, and growth. Hair is an indicator of general health and a predictor of performance.

Several specific conditions cause rough hair coats. Parasites, both internal and external, rob the body of the nutrients needed to make healthy hair coats.

Heavily parasitized animals will have an unthrifty appearance, including discolored, lifeless hair and will exhibit decreased performance. Rough hair has long been associated with tall fescue toxicosis, a condition in cattle that consume endophyte-infected tall fescue.

Tall fescue is the nutrition base for beef cattle production in Tennessee, and

Another factor that causes rough hair coats and decreased performance in cattle on tall fescue is copper deficiency.

Recent forage surveys have shown than copper levels are low, and other minerals (especially sulfur), which decrease copper availability, are high.

It is likely that copper deficiency is an important factor leading to poor hair coats in Tennessee cattle. The tall fescue fungus mentioned above is a factor in making copper less available to cattle. Besides depigmentation and impaired keratinization of hair (rough hair coats), signs of copper deficiency are poor growth, low reproduction, and anemia. Deficient levels of copper also have a detrimental effect on the immune system. In fact, it is possible that copper deficiency may be a predisposing factor in parasite infestation as well as early calf death loss and increased susceptibility to respiratory disease in weaned calves.

Copper and other minerals must be supplied in supplemental mineral mixtures.

Cattle producers whose cattle have hair coat problems should consider whether they should upgrade their mineral supplement. Discuss this with the your local Cooperative Extension agricultural agent. All cattle tend to get rougher hair coats in late winter, but by April to early May, hair coats should have slicked off.

Early May is a good time and below is a good system for evaluating hair coats.

The Hair Coat Scoring System Score Description 1: No detectable problem; healthy coat appearance; appropriate to season.

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Score Description 4: Enough dead hair to cover significant percent of body; slow shedding. Score Description 5: Hair clearly dead in appearance; brittle; cattle not slicking off normally.

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REALIZED REPRODUCTIVE RATE WHEN EVALUATING A COW-CALF ENTERPRISE, ONE OF THE FOUNDATIONAL PRODUCTIVITY MEASURES TO UNDERSTAND AND CALCULATE IS THE REALIZED REPRODUCTIVE RATE

Aaron Berger, Nebraska Extension Educator When evaluating a cow-calf enterprise, one of the foundational productivity measures to understand and calculate is the realized reproductive rate.

The realized reproductive rate is the percentage of calves weaned from cows that were exposed to breeding. It is often identified as the percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed.

The percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed number takes into account the following: • Pregnancy percentage exposed to breeding

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• Pregnancy loss percentage between pregnancy diagnosis and calving • Calving percentage • Calf loss percentage from calving to weaning A target range for percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed in the Great Plains region is between 85 to 90 percent.

The following would be an example of how the number would be calculated.

100 cows were exposed to breeding. Of those 100 cows, 92 were identified as pregnant through pregnancy testing.

Between pregnancy testing and calving, 1 cow aborted. This resulted in 91 cows that were pregnant at the start of the calving season. During calving 3 calves died due to calving difficulty or shortly after birth.

Between calving and weaning, 2 calves were lost to respiratory disease. This resulted in 86 calves weaned per the 100 cows that were exposed to breeding. This is an 86 percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed.

Cow-calf producers that have a percent calf crop weaned per cow exposed that is less than the target range of 85 to 90 percent should identify where losses are occurring. Management strategies can then be evaluated to improve the realized reproductive rate. One note of caution, when evaluating management options to improve realized reproductive rate, COW COUNTRY •

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carefully calculate the cost against the value that would be generated. Once an optimum level of productivity has been reached, the additional cost to increase productivity is often greater than the value generated.

For example, if $20 more per cow was spent to improve pregnancy rates and only a 2% improvement was realized, the increased cost of applying the management change to the whole herd may not be offset by the improved reproductive rate. Using the example above, 100 cows multiplied by $20 per cow is $2,000. If the realized reproductive rate only improved by 2 more calves weaned that are worth $700 each, than the cost of the $2,000 spent is greater than the $1400 value of the two additional calves.

Realized reproductive rate and the factors that contribute to it are a production number that cow-calf producers should calculate. Cost effectively increasing the realized reproductive rate may improve profitability. Evaluate both the cost and the potential benefit of management changes before implementing them.

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Talk with your seed representative or County Extension Agriculture Educator about a pasture mix of specific species that might work best for your situation.

However, as we look at the cost of applying nitrogen to grass forages, all graziers should aim for a 30% evenly distributed legume species throughout a grass stand. At this level supplemental nitrogen should not be needed in future years. If the area to be planted needs to get a quick cover due to erosion concerns and/or some quicker production is needed for grazing, then include some annual ryegrass seed in the seeding mixture. Adding around 4 pounds of annual ryegrass/acre should provide some early cover and an early grazing pass because it is quick to germinate and grow.

OPTIONS FOR IMPROVING DAMAGED PASTURES Rory Lewandowski And Stan Smith, Ohio State University Extension As trampled and pocked up winter feeding areas begin to dry out, consider all the alternatives that will allow these beat up paddocks to recover and become productive again.

Roads and highways aren’t the only things that have suffered from a winter that’s alternated between sub-freezing temperatures, and abundant rainfall on top of saturated surfaces. As spring quickly approaches, pastures and paddocks that have served as cattle feeding areas this winter are a sea of pocked up mud. While road crews are out repairing damaged roads by tamping cold patch into the pot holes, it’s simply not that easy to repair soils that are expected to breathe life into growing plants during the coming months.

That said, a key decision many are facing regards whether or not reseeding these pasture paddocks that have suffered from Mother Nature’s abuse this winter is the most cost effective option to get these areas back into productive forage? Let’s look at several options and management strategies one might consider.

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out-of-pocket expenses, is to do nothing.

Nature abhors a vacuum; something will re-grow in these muddy, trampled paddocks if given enough time. The cost in this option is time. If you have the land base to set aside those torn up paddocks through the spring and early summer, they will renovate themselves. Dragging these areas with a harrow after they dry a bit will level off the high spots, but beyond that we generally have plenty of seed bank in the soil. Whether that seed bank contains desirable plants, or what percentage of desirable plants will makeup the re-growth are questions to be considered.

It’s likely in those paddocks where the sod base was torn up that summer annual species like pigweed, ragweed, barnyard grass and goose grass will show up in heavy numbers in addition to the grasses and clovers that had been present in the sod base. Clipping the summer annual weeds off before they go to seed will allow more light into the grasses and clovers that are coming back. By mid to late summer a light grazing pass could be made on these paddocks. If they are not torn up again in the next winter, the COW COUNTRY •

sod base will continue to thicken and good rotational grazing management can put them back into productive pasture paddocks the following year. The main question that must be answered in this option is; do you have the time and land resource base to be able to wait for the paddock to heal itself and lose a grazing season of productivity?

The next option to consider is seeding.

Seeding offers the possibility to increase pasture productivity and to bring a new mix of forages into the pasture paddock.

When Bob Hendershot, retired NRCS State Grasslands Specialist, has spoken to graziers one of the points he’s made is related to pasture genetics. Bob pointed out that row crop producers use new and improved genetics to increase crop yields and as livestock producers we seek to improve our livestock genetic base, but we don’t give that same attention to pasture genetics. Bob frequently asked, “How old are the genetics in your pasture forages?” There have been advances in forages; grasses and legumes bred to better tolerate grazing, genetics that allow plants to be more palatable and productive. A sacrifice paddock that has

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Once you decide to add some new forage seed to your pasture paddock, how you answer the next question may determine when you plant that seed. What is the soil pH and what are the soil fertility levels in the paddock you intend to seed? Seed is not cheap and buying the new and improved grass and legume genetics will cost you more than older genetics.

Make sure that seed, once planted, has a chance to become a productive plant and maximize its genetic potential. That begins with soil pH and soil fertility.

Soil pH should be above 6.0, with a goal of 6.5. Soil phosphorus (P) level should be at 25 ppm when using the Bray P1 soil test extraction, or 40 ppm with the Mehlich III test. Given an average Ohio cation exchange capacity (C.E.C.) of 10, soil potassium (K) level should be 100 to 120 ppm. If your soil tests are reported in pounds per acre instead of ppm, then these numbers should be doubled, respectively, to 50 (or 80 with M III) for P and 200 to 240 for K. If your soil is not close to these numbers it may be worthwhile to put off a spring seeding, apply the needed lime and fertilizer this spring and aim for an August seeding. In those paddocks that are severely torn up, it offers the rare opportunity in a pasture situation to spread lime and/or fertilizer and then use tillage to incorporate it into the root zone while smoothing out the soil surface and preparing a seed bed.

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According to the new 15th edition of the Ohio Agronomy Guide, a spring seeding should be completed by early May in northern Ohio, and by late April in southern Ohio. Earlier is better. As we move beyond mid-March frost seeding is no longer a seeding method option, and in any case is not a good seeding method for grasses. That leaves us with conventional drilling, use of a no-till drill or a broadcast seeding followed by some type of cultipacking. The key concepts to keep in mind any time a forage seeding is made are: • Reduce weed or sod competition for the new seedling. This relates to soil preparation. If the pasture paddock has been excessively trampled and torn up, it may only be necessary to do some leveling off of the ruts before running a drill over the paddock.

Broadcasting the seed and then running a cultipacker over the surface can also work well. When broadcasting seed, consider seeding half the rate length-wise over the paddock and then the other half cross-wise over the paddock to get better seed distribution. If a sod base remains in portions of the paddock, make sure the forage has been grazed down tight into the soil surface. A no-till drill works well in this situation. If the sod is thin, but has not been grazed down tight before seeding, then application of a herbicide to kill the sod back should be considered. Application of glyphosate 3 to 10 days before seeding can be used.

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• Do not seed too deep! Many stand failures can be traced back to planting the forage seed too deep. Seed should be planted about one-quarter of an inch deep. It is better to err on the side of planting shallower rather than deeper, especially in a spring seeding.

• Pay attention to seeding rates, especially as they relate to the forage species mix selected. Studies conducted in the northeastern U.S. have demonstrated that complex mixtures of six or more species can be beneficial in a pasture situation.

An example from the Ohio Agronomy Guide of a complex pasture mixture and the seeding rates of each species is orchardgrass at a rate of 3 pounds/ acre, festulolium (3 lbs/ac), smooth bromegrass (4 lbs/ac), red clover (2 lbs/ac), ladino clover (1 lb/ac), and chicory at 1.5 pounds/acre, each on a pure live seed basis. Check the seed label to determine the percentage of pure live seed and adjust seeding rates accordingly. In the example above, if the species needing to be seeded at 3 pounds per acre had a pure live seed percentage of 75, it would take 1/3 more seed or a total of 4 pounds to accomplish the correct amount of pure live seed. Calibrate the seeder!

• If the specific legume species you are planting has not been in the pasture paddock for a few years be sure the seed is inoculated with the correct rhizobial bacteria to insure the plants will be effective in fixing nitrogen.

Sometimes, legume seed will come with a coating that contains the rhizobial bacteria. Be aware that this

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coating changes the seeding rate.

Generally you will have to seed more pounds per acre of this coated seed to get the targeted non-coated seed rate. Read the label and calibrate the seeder!

It typically takes about 6 to 8 weeks for a new seeding to become established. Ideally the new seedlings can develop a good root system while soil moisture is plentiful and before summer temperatures arrive. This is the reason behind setting the spring seeding date target around April 20th or before. After the seeding has emerged and begun to grow and once the grass plants get about 6 inches tall, it is beneficial to the stand to either do a clipping or a light grazing pass that takes off the top couple of inches. This will allow light to get down to the young clover seedlings so they get better growth and the clipping/grazing will also stimulate tiller formation in the grass seedlings. Do not graze or clip off the young clover seedlings. After about 8 weeks of growth, or towards the end of June, begin to manage the stand using good rotational grazing principles.

In some cases it may be advantageous to delay the planting until late summer.

Depending on where in Ohio you are located, the target date for a late summer seeding is August, ranging from early in the month in northern parts of the state, and before the end of the month in the south. Some reasons for delaying for a late summer seeding include improving soil pH and soil fertility levels before the perennial seeding, or reducing competition pressure from weeds or an aggressive fescue sod base. This does not mean that this paddock must remain

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unproductive during this time.

A short term crop can be planted that will provide some summer grazing while helping to reduce weed pressure and/ or kill back a fescue sod. This might be the place to use annual ryegrass. As mentioned earlier, it germinates fast and provides the quickest grazing of our grass options. It needs to be managed to prevent it from going to seed, so frequent, short duration grazing passes work. Another option in this scenario is to seed a forage turnip during April, possibly along with a cereal grain like winter wheat or oats.

In about 6 weeks there should be high quality forage to graze. Under rotational grazing principles, you might get several grazing passes before the August summer seeding of your perennial grass/legume mixture. A third option would be to seed a sorghum x sudangrass hybrid or brown mid-rib variety of sudangrass in the later part of May. The tall, vigorous growth out competes a fescue sod base while providing a high tonnage, good quality forage that will be ready to graze before mid-July. Under good rotational grazing principles, multiple grazing passes can be made before it is time to make the late summer seeding.

There are options available that allow beaten up pasture paddocks to recover and become productive grazing paddocks again. The specific option chosen depends upon the resource base of the producer, farm forage goals, and timing. Regardless of the option used, planning, management and some cooperation from Mother Nature are necessary to achieve success.

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FEATURE The virus crosses the placenta, infecting the unborn calf. When this calf is born, it is “persistently infected” or a “PI” calf and can be considered a “carrier” of the virus for its lifetime. Most PIs are born to poorly vaccinated heifers who were naïve at the time of exposure. PI animals are the primary source of virus transmission because they shed an extremely high number of virus particles throughout their lives in feces, urine, saliva, nasal discharge, milk, semen, uterine secretions, and aborted membranes. The virus is deposited in watering troughs, feed troughs, cattle trailers-virtually everywhere the animal goes-and picked up by the other cattle in the pen or herd.

Although it is often assumed PIs will die young, some survive well into adulthood and have calves or can be fed to slaughter weight.

Myth #4: I tested all of the calves born this year in my herd and found one PI calf. The vet euthanized the PI so my other calves (that all tested negative) should be fine.

UNDERSTANDING THE BVD VIRUS CONCERN IS MOUNTING IN KENTUCKY REGARDING THE IDENTIFICATION AND SUBSEQUENT MOVEMENT OF CATTLE PERSISTENTLY INFECTED WITH THE BOVINE VIRAL DIARRHEA VIRUS (OR “BVD-PI” ANIMALS) INTO LIVESTOCK SALES

Michelle Arnold, DVM (Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, UKVDL Concern is mounting in KY regarding the identification and subsequent movement of cattle persistently infected with the Bovine Viral Diarrhea virus (or “BVDPI” animals) into livestock sales. The BVD virus is known to cause severe immunosuppression and also works synergistically with other viruses to make them more deadly, resulting in substantial respiratory disease and death loss in the stocker/backgrounder industry. What is largely unrecognized is the effect of a BVD-PI calf on the cow/calf operation where it was born or raised. Infection can cause reproductive disease (delayed breeding, abortions, malformed calves, PI calves), respiratory disease, enteric (“gut”) disease and immunosuppression (destruction of the white blood cells needed to fight infection). This article addresses some of the common myths surrounding this virus by explaining the nature of the virus, its broad impact and the difficulty of controlling it through vaccination alone.

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not last long in the environment and dies quickly when it freezes.

The BVD virus is a “single-stranded RNA virus” which is very stable under moist and cool or cold conditions. It is not affected by freezing and can easily survive at least a week in the right environment.

Its enemies are soap and water and hot and dry conditions. It can only be spread short distances through large “droplets” (especially saliva and nasal discharge) and cannot be spread by the wind.

Myth #2: As a backgrounder, if the calves make it past 30 days after arrival and I have two rounds of vaccine in them, I am “home free”.

Not necessarily. The BVD virus can easily mutate or change while reproducing itself and has the ability to pick up pieces of other viruses and stick them inside its own genetic material. This can lead to rapid change (mutation) from a low virulence strain (not very “mean”) to a killer virus. If a PI animal remains in the pen, he continually sheds BVD virus that COW COUNTRY •

can mutate. Infection with this newly formed strain may result in a respiratory break after 30 days and can cause significant sickness and death. After infection, it takes an average of 14 days to clear the virus from a “transiently” infected calf but it may last up to 28 days or more.

Myth #3: PI calves are easy to identify because they are stunted, grow poorly and usually die young.

If it were only that easy! PI animals may have congenital defects or may appear completely normal. To illustrate, the prize-winning bull in the 2000 Wisconsin State Fair was tested and found to be a PI. The “PI” animals are the major reservoir for the virus and the reason BVD disease continues to exist.

Given the importance of this issue, it is essential to understand what a “PI” truly is and how one is found. The problems begin when an unvaccinated pregnant cow or heifer is infected with the BVD virus between 42-125 days of gestation.

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One PI calf usually indicates big problems on a cow/calf operation. Any fetus infected while in the uterus by the virus but did not become a PI will still not be normal. The virus commandeers cell functions to produce more virus that normally are used for fetal development of immune tissue. The virus destroys endocrine tissue and may destroy 2080% of the thymus gland, an important driver of immune function in calves.

These calves will have increased respiratory disease, poor performance, and reproductive issues if they reach sexual maturity. Bulls infected before sexual maturity may have BVD virus persist in the testes and produce BVDinfected semen.

Myth #5: BVD-PI is a problem for the backgrounder; there is really no economic benefit to a cow/calf producer to find a PI calf in his/her herd, especially if forced to euthanize a positive calf.

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in infertility (despite good nutrition and fertile bulls) • Decrease in overall pregnancy rate and % pregnant after the first service.

This “delayed breeding” is often blamed on the AI technician, a dud bull or hot weather when really it is a viral problem.

• Abortions, stillbirths, deaths, and weak calves

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2. Physical abnormalities (dummy calves, eye defects, cleft palate) in neonates 3. Calf loss due to pneumonia or scours before weaning Other possible sources of the BVD virus in a cow/calf herd include introduction of new cattle (including bulls) into the herd without testing for BVD, fence line contact with feeder calves or the neighbor’s herd, and populations of wild animals (such as deer) on the farm. Show cattle can bring the virus back when they return to the farm. A calf purchased from a sale to put on a cow who lost her calf at birth may be PI. A purchased pregnant cow or heifer may be negative for BVD

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Myth #6: I vaccinate my cows annually against BVD so my herd is fully protected.

• If using killed vaccine, not giving 2 doses as described on the label

Unfortunately, no. Vaccines against BVD (including those with Fetal Protection claims or “FP” vaccines) will reduce the chance of fetal exposure but protection is never 100%. Vaccines may fail due to problems with the vaccine itself, the animals, and/or management errors.

The current BVD vaccines available contain BVDV 1a and BVDV2a strains.

These vaccines were quite effective when strains 1a and 2a were the most prevalent types. However, the most common type of virus circulating now on farms in the US is BVDV1b so the vaccines are not as protective. Problems within the animals themselves may prevent good vaccine response. Animals that are sick when vaccinated, too stressed to respond, in poor nutritional status or too young to produce antibodies will not be protected with vaccination. A PI calf within a herd will suppress immune response from vaccine in all of the other calves it contacts. Finally, yet importantly, management errors are an all-toocommon cause of vaccine failure. These

• Improper mixing of vaccine (shaking violently rather than swirling) • Failure to use modified live vaccine within 1 hour of mixing (VERY COMMON ERROR) • Inappropriate storage either before or during use of the product (must be kept cool) • Use of expired vaccine • Use of soap, detergent, or disinfectants to clean the inside of multi-dose syringes used to inject modified live vaccine (inactivates vaccine) • Poor timing: The immune system needs two weeks to develop a protective response from a vaccine before challenged with the virus.

Diagnostic testing for BVDV PI is inexpensive and easy. The most commonly used sample for identifying PI cattle is skin, usually taken as an ear notch. Blood (serum) can also be used but not in young stock (calves less

than 3 months old). Any BVD ELISA positive test result should be confirmed by segregating the animal and retesting a second ear notch or blood drawn at least 3 weeks after the first sample. True PI animals will still be positive after 3 weeks while transiently infected will test negative. Other laboratories may have different protocols so check the laboratory on the need for confirmatory testing. Remember PIs are considered defective and there is a legal, moral and ethical obligation to dispose of these animals without sending/ returning them to commerce.

If you have questions, please contact Dr. Michelle Arnold at 859-257-7190 (UK) or Dr. Beth Johnson, Field Veterinarian/ Office of the State Veterinarian at 502782-5917 Much of the information in this article was from a recent webinar by Dr. Julia Ridpath, an internationally-recognized expert in bovine respiratory disease and BVD. This webinar was made available to extension veterinarians to help educate all parties involved in cattle production on the many faces of this disease.

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KENTUCKY TAKES ACTION TO PREVENT DEADLY WILDLIFE DISEASE Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Kentucky took another step in its decadelong effort to keep chronic wasting disease from penetrating its border and infecting the state’s deer and elk herds.

The move - to prohibit hunters from bringing any harvested deer, elk, moose or caribou (cervids) into Kentucky unless the brain and spinal cord have been removed - came shortly after a preliminary positive detection of chronic wasting disease (CWD) in 10 white-tailed deer in southwest Tennessee. Hunters who legally harvested a deer in that area and brought it into Kentucky before the expanded ban went into effect were not in violation of the law.

For the Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources and its partners, focus on the always-fatal neurological disease that affects members of the deer family intensified in 2002 after the first CWD detection east of the Mississippi River.

The disease can be devastating to animal populations and damaging to the economic activity associated with them. There are no known treatments or vaccines for CWD at this time.

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has been ongoing since 2002 with close to 30,000 samples tested to date. So far, the efforts have paid off. Chronic wasting disease has not been detected in Kentucky. On a national level, however, there are now more states with CWD than not.

The Kentucky Fish and Wildlife Commission took the proactive step of proposing the stronger protections for the state’s deer and elk herds earlier this year. The findings in Tennessee prompted Kentucky Fish and Wildlife to seek to speed up the process.

Kentucky Fish and Wildlife conservation officers started surveying deer processors and taxidermists in western Kentucky the day after Tennessee’s announcement in an effort to determine the number of deer from that state that have been received at those businesses.

“It’s on our doorstep and ringing the door bell,” said Gabe Jenkins, Deer and Elk Program Coordinator for Kentucky Fish and Wildlife. “As an agency, we will continue to do everything we can going forward to protect our deer and elk herds from this disease.”

Hunters play a key role in the management of Kentucky’s deer and elk herds, and their continued assistance will be critical to maintaining the high quality and health of those herds.

Officers will continue to survey across the state and work with processors and taxidermists to ensure hunter-harvested deer from Tennessee are disposed of properly.

There are two primary ways CWD can become established in a new area: through the importation of high-risk animal parts, and the importation of infected live captive cervids. Natural movements of infected wild cervids from CWD-positive areas also contribute to new cases but on a smaller scale.

Hunters who brought deer harvested in southwest Tennessee into Kentucky before the ban took effect are encouraged to contact Kentucky Fish and Wildlife.

Tennessee’s preliminary positive CWD detection – now confirmed – prompted Kentucky Fish and Wildlife to expand its ban on bringing any deer, elk, moose or caribou harvested outside Kentucky into the state. In Kentucky, the ban now applies to cervids harvested from all U.S. states and all foreign countries. Sixteen other states have similar bans in place.

Hunters may bring into Kentucky quarters or other portions of meat with no part of the spinal cord or head attached, boned-out meat, antlers, antlers attached to a clean skull plate, a clean skull, clean teeth, hides and finished taxidermy works.

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“If you’re going to be hunting in other states over the holidays, and you’re not planning to quarter or cape out your harvest, spend some time before you go to locate a processor or taxidermist in that state,” Jenkins said. “If you’re more the do-it-yourself type, and haven’t tried to quarter or cape out a deer, there are good videos online that will teach you the basics.”

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“If you harvested a deer in or around the CWD-indicated counties in Tennessee, brought the full carcass back home to process yourself and discarded the waste onto your property, the department would be willing to collect that carcass to satisfy the updated disposal procedures,” said Col. Eric Gibson, Law Enforcement Division director. “This was not a violation of law and will not be a criminal matter. Kentucky Fish and Wildlife wants to keep the state CWD free and leave nothing to chance.”

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Wyatt was born January 18, 1999, in Lexington, KY and was preceded in death by his grandparents, Dr. Newell G. and Helen Waldie Hicks. He was a 2017 graduate of Owen County High School where he played basketball and was a member of FFA. He was currently a sophomore at the University of Tennessee at Martin where he was majoring in Agricultural Business and was a rodeo student-athlete. Wyatt began his rodeo career in kindergarten team roping with his brother, Quinn. His accomplishments were extensive, he was an active member of the

National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association; the USTRC; member of the IPRA Rodeo; past member of the of NHSRA; and past member of both the Indiana and Kentucky High School Rodeo Associations; he qualified multiple times for National Finals Rodeo in both Junior High and High School and finished 12th in the nation in Team Roping with his brother Quinn. Cole advanced to the finals of three collegiate rodeos during the 2018-19 season, representing UT Martin in team roping at Missouri Valley College (Sept.

20-22) and in steer wrestling at both Three Rivers College (Oct. 11-13) and at Murray State (Nov. 15-17). He accumulated team points in each of his steer wrestling performances, including a career-best third-

place finish in average (13.6 seconds) at Murray State. Most importantly, he was strong in his belief and faith in God and was a member of the Owenton First Christian Church. He is best summed up by his dad, "Wyatt literally lived life to the fullest, wide open with no fear."

He leaves behind his parents, Greg and Isabella Hicks Cole; his brother Justin "Quinn" Cole; his grandparents, Jewell Cole of Lexington and Lenore Cole of Owenton. A host of extended family, friends, and teammates also survive.

Wyatt's family asks, that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to the Wyatt Cole Memorial Scholarship Fund c/o Citizens Union Bank, PO Box 188, Owenton, KY 40359.

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EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE

6th Annual Sale

Many farm tasks require the use of equipment.

Proper maintenance of equipment is crucial in the smooth day to day operations of a farm.

Periodic inspections are the best way to prevent potential breakdowns and setbacks.

No matter what the equipment is, a few minutes to look things over before getting started could save thousands of dollars and countless hours spent on equipment repair.

The more a piece of equipment is used, the more maintenance will be needed, even more than what the manufacturer recommends. Get to know each piece of equipment.

April 13, 2019 Noon • Michie, TN Crazy K Rita 5021

18042174

Selling full interest in this secondgeneration Crazy K Ranch donor and featured Rita in the XL Angus program who blends the $110,000 44 Farms and Vintage Angus Ranch sire, Discovery with the leading progeny sale producer in the Crazy K program, 1564.

Best Management Practices

1. Become familiar with the equipment.

READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL.

2. Inspect

equipment periodically, particularly before and after jobs requiring extended and heavy use.

3. Check the fluids (engine oil, transmission fluid, coolant level, etc.)

BW +3.0 WW +72 YW +127 MILK +32 CW +52

4. Check for leaks around hydraulic lines, fuel lines, radiator hoses, oil lines, and cylinders.

5. Check for loose and broken bolts and pins.

6. Check bearings for any play or grinding.

7. Check tension on belts and chains.

Owned with Spruce Mountain Ranch, Larkspur, CO

8. Check belts for cracks.

9. Check the air filter and change as needed.

10. Check the tire pressure.

11. Listen for any unusual sounds.

12. Pay attention to any unusual odors.

13. Pay attention to any unusual responses from equipment.

14. Change oil and oil filter as needed. Oil

and oil filter will need to be changed more frequently with heavy use of equipment.

15. Change hydraulic oil once every couple

of years. Hydraulic oil will need to be changed more frequently with heavy use of hydraulically driven implements.

Selling full interest in this foundation member of the Blackbird family who has produced over $400,000 in progeny sales for Crazy K Ranch and Spruce Mountain Ranch.

MARB +1.08 RE +1.02 $W +72.28 $F+101.56 $G +57.64 $B +183.32

cables and chains frequently.

18. Tools that are used frequently should be kept with the equipment.

Much maintenance can be done during the off season, but if possible, make repairs immediately. Many unforeseen problems can occur when working with equipment and making repairs is very much learn-asyou-go. Read the owner’s manual often, and if problems occur that can’t be fixed with resources at hand, contact other farmers or local mechanics for assistance.

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Rita 5021 sells with a natural heifer calf at side by the $B sire, Acclaim and a embryo heifer sired by the record-selling Colonel C251.

VAR Blackbird 3291

Blackbird 3291 is a direct daughter of the $440,000 valued herd sire producing matriarch, Blackbird 8809 and is a full sister to the longtime RE leader in the 44 Farms and Vintage Angus Ranch herd sire, Index 3282.

Blackbird 3291 sells along with her natural daughter by the Crazy K herd sire, Heritage 5038 and a embryo heifer by Colonel C251.

16. Change fuel filter at least once a year.

17. Grease equipment frequently. Lubricate

Owned with XL Angus Ranch, Casper, WY

SALE 131 Robin Ct. MANAGED Howell, MI 48855 BY: 517-546-6374 www.cotton-associates.com

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BW +1.7 WW +58 YW +104 MILK +22 CW +49

MARB +.90 RE +1.12 $W +55.90 $F +62.17 $G +53.64 $B +161.90

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What Is Ag Day? It's a day to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by agriculture. Every year, producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and countless others across America join together to recognize the contributions of agriculture.

When Is Ag Day? Ag Day is celebrated on March 14, 2019. National Ag Day falls during National Ag Week, March 10-16, 2019.

Who Hosts Ag Day? The Agriculture Council of America hosts the campaign on a national level. However, the awareness efforts in communities across America are as influential - if not more - than the broad-scale effort. Again this year, the Ag Day Planning Guide has been created to help communities and organizations more effectively host Ag Day events.

2019

What Is Ag Day All About?

Ag Day is about recognizing - and celebrating - the contribution of agriculture in our everyday lives. The National Ag Day program encourages every American to: • Understand how food and fiber products are produced.

• Value the essential role of agriculture in maintaining a strong economy.

• Appreciate the role agriculture plays in providing safe, abundant and affordable products.

National Ag Day: March 14, 2019

Why Celebrate Agriculture?

Agriculture provides almost everything we eat, use and wear on a daily basis. But too few people truly understand this contribution. This is particularly the case in our schools, where students may only be exposed to agriculture if they enroll in related vocational training.

AGRICULTURE:

Food for Life

American agriculture is the foundation of our country. It’s the backbone of a healthy and prosperous nation that’s made possible by the hard work of America’s farms and farm families.

The Agriculture Council of America is proud to celebrate the nutritious and plentiful contributions of our country’s farms on National Agriculture Day. You’re invited to join the celebration. Join us for Ag Day 2019.

American agriculture is Food for Life—good for life!

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By building awareness, the Agriculture Council of America is encouraging young people to consider career opportunities in agriculture.

Each American farmer feeds more than 165 people ... a dramatic increase from 25 people in the 1960s. Quite simply, American agriculture is doing more - and doing it better. As the world population soars, there is an even greater demand for the food and fiber produced in the United States.

What Can I Do to Help?

Put simply, get involved! Your participation in Ag Day is critical in helping us spread this positive message about agriculture. If you are interested in planning an event, download your Planning Guide today. Of course, there are other ways you can lend your support, including sending a letter to your local newspaper, calling your Congressional representatives or simply sharing information about agriculture with youngsters in your community.

Where Can I Find More Information?

Contact the Agriculture Council of America at (913) 4911895.

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King ME. Effect of certified health programs on the sale price of beef calves marketed through a livestock videotape auction service from 1995 through 2012. Final Reports, Zoetis Services LLC, 1995-2012.

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SATURDAY, MARCH 23, 2019 • MILAN, IN OFFERING 60 SIMMENTAL AND SIMANGUS BULLS 20 SIMMENTAL INFLUENCED FEMALES

CPH SALE DATES February 21

Steers and Heifers Owensboro March 20

Steers and Heifers

E33C - PB SM CDI RIMROCK X STEEL MY HEART EPDs 13 0.5 70 96 7 15 50 API 121 TI 71

E5105U - 3/4 SM E5105A - PB SM COWBOY CUT X CLRWTR LADY LUCK B5105A JACKED UP X LADY LUCK EPDs 10 0.3 57 85 5 25 54 API 109 TI 60 EPDs 12 2.0 88 129 7 25 69 API 139 TI 82

Lexington April 25

Steers and Heifers Owensboro June 19

Steers and Heifers Lexington

F69E - PB SM F5105C - 1/2 SM UPRISING X MARBLEY BISMARCK X CLRWTR SHADES OF RED EPDs 9 2.3 66 100 6 24 57 API 104 TI 64 EPDs 14 0.0 70 104 10 22 57 API 135 TI 72

F5105S - 3/4 SM VISION X CLRWTR LADY LUCK Y5105E EPDs 15 -0.4 72 108 9 22 58 API 117 TI 68

June 26

Steers & Heifers Springfield August 8

Steers and Heifers Owensboro

E33A - PB SM CDI RIMROCK X STEEL MY HEART EPDs 13 0.3 68 93 7 16 49 API 120 TI 71

E71C - PB SM GLS INTEGRATE X HPF MISS KNOCKOUT X071

EPDs 13 1.8 77 119 7 19 58 API 113 TI 71

F38 - 3/4 SM UPRISING X ANTOINETTES STAR EPDs 9 2.6 70 103 3 19 53 API 107 TI 67

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Steers and Heifers Owensboro

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JEFF & LEAH MEINDERS • 812-654-2030 JEREMY SMITH, HERDSMAN • 706-424-1744 3687 N. CO. RD. 500 E • MILAN, IN 47031 WWW.CLEARWATERSIMMENTALS.COM

GUEST CONSIGNORS: WESNER LIVESTOCK, LUCKY PENNY CATTLE CO., PURDUE UNIVERSITY 2/14/19 EPDS: CE, BW, WW, YW, MCE, MILK, MWW, API, TI

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SATURDAY MARCH 23 • 10AM 2250 MOORE’S FERRY ROAD • SALT LICK, KENTUCKY

SIX TRACTORS • HAY/FORAGE/TILLAGE EQUIPMENT • TRUCKS • FOUR STORAGE SHEDS From I-64 take exit 123 onto Hwy US 60 SE 6.3 miles and turn left onto Hwy 211 (Moore’s Ferry Rd), go 2.3 miles to sale site just across I-64 overpass. Approximately 10 miles southeast of Owingsville, 15 miles west of Morehead and 50 miles east of Lexington.

We have been commissioned by the owner of BATH CO. FARMS, LLC., to sell this excellent line of: TRACTORS: New Holland TD 5050 Cab 2wd 2449 hrs; TD 5050 Cab 2wd 2514 hrs; TD 5050 Cab 2wd. All three tractors have 3 remotes & 18.4 X 34 tires. 3-New Holland Workmaster Model #50’s, 2wd, 248-546 hrs; All 3 tractors are open station, 2 remotes, are in “like new” condition and have 13.6 x 28 tires.

HAY/FORAGE: New Holland #7230 Disc Bine 10 ft.; 2-NH Model BC 5070 Square Balers, like new. John Deere #275 9 ft. disc mower; NH #450 4x5 hay roller (has control box); Vicon #523 4 basket hay tedder; Durabilt Easy Rake, 12 wheel; Hay Master 8 bale accumulator; Little Joe 36 ft. hay elevator.

TILLAGE AND MISC: John Deere BWH 16 ft. disc harrows; Kewanee 28 ft. culti-packer w/hydraulic lift; Aerway Aerator 12 ft. pull type w/weights (like new); Melroe #3630 Spray Coupe 60 ft. booms, transport tongue, 2 wd., 275 gal poly tank (no GPS); Grassworks Weed Wiper 3 pt. 20 ft. (new); AGSmart 3 pt. sprayer 15 ft. boom; JD Great Plains 20 ft. 3 pt. seed drill; Wilmor #500 fert. buggy, 7” chain; New 3 pt. 8 ft. chisel cultivator; Holland 2 row tob. setter (rubber wheels); 3 pt. 12” post hole auger; Tarter 3 pt. seeder; 12 ft. utility box for a large truck; 30 bags of orchard grass seed; Large group of pallets; Wagon load of misc items.

TRUCKS: 1986 Chevy one ton pickup, auto, 4 wd., single rear wheel w/8 ft. flat bed. 2007 IH #4300 diesel, auto, flatbed gooseneck/pintle hitch, 306,000 miles and a IH #4300 parts only.

STORAGE SHEDS: NEW! 10’x16’ (2 metal, 1 wood); 10’x12’ stained wood (very nice).

TERMS: Cash or Selling Agency Approved Check Day of Sale. Anyone not known by the selling agency will be required to have a bank letter of credit. All items sold “AS IS”. Loading will be available the day of the sale.

ANNOUNCEMENTS DAY OF SALE TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER PRINTED, VERBAL, ELECTRONIC ADVERTISING. ONLINE AUCTION ITEMS: New Holland #1069 Hay Stack truck, manual, 6205 hrs; New Holland #1089 Hay Stack truck, automatic, 6193 hrs, 63,161 miles; Bale Bandit #100, excellent condition; New Holland #8060 Swather, 1454 hrs; Great Plains 30 ft. bi-fold seed drill (good); 2-AG Rain Water Reel, 4” 2016 ST15d, 340’ length w/pump; AG Rain Water Reel 5” 2015 St7b, 400’ length w/ pump; Water Reel pump.

ALL THREE OF THESE IRRIGATION UNITS HAVE NEVER BEEN USED. These items will be available for inspection on the day of the on-site auction or by appointment.

ON-LINE AUCTION SALE DATES: MARCH 25 THRU APRIL 1, 2019. THIS WILL BE THRU PROXIBID.COM

NOTE: This is an excellent/clean line of equipment, many items like new. Owner is downsizing the hay production part of the operation. Mark your calendar, you won’t want to miss this auction! www.auctionzip.com SALE TO BE HELD RAIN OR SHINE! Refreshments Served. Inspections Mon.-Fri. 9 am to 4 pm.

Go to www.proxibid.com/mccormicklandandauction for On-Line Auction.

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SIX LESSONS LEARNED LIVING THE STOCK SHOW LIFE Jessica Judge Go through the show box of any young livestock exhibitor and you’ll find an endless collection of supplies that help provide the best care for their animals to maximize their performance in the ring. Skin and hair products, brushes and combs, appetite supplements, feed pans and feed, show stick or whip and a harness, the list goes on. But what about the tools inside that show box that we can’t see? The tools that aren’t necessarily intended for the animal, but instead the intangible things that showing livestock teach and provide us. While we spend countless hours preparing our livestock to be show-ready, our animals are preparing us for life.

Responsibility One of the greatest lessons working in the barn can teach us is the value of responsibility. When the alarm clock rattles off early every morning, it is up to you to wake up and do chores. There is a living animal relying on you to provide its essential daily care, such as feeding and exercising. And if you want to be successful, the responsibility goes beyond just being a basic care taker. You might need to research what you are putting in the feed pan each day to ensure you are maximizing the nutrition of your animal.

You may need to skip that movie night or sleepover to keep working hair in the barn or drive your pig for another lap. Yet as you grow older and reflect, you won’t regret the parties you missed or how tired you were from early mornings and late nights. You’ll just be thankful that the time you spent out in the barn taught you how to take responsibility for your actions and earn success.

on the outcome. However, win or lose, healthy competition is proven to be good for the soul; and there is no competition better than what you will find in the confines of the arena. Showing livestock teaches you how to be an internal competitor with yourself. As you work in the barn each day, you should focus on becoming the best version of yourself or making your animal better than they were yesterday, rather than focus on beating someone else. Unlike sports where you may be born with an innate ability to perform, when it comes to showing livestock, if you can dream it, you can do it. If you set high goals, work extremely hard and have a little bit of luck on your side, your goals are within reach.

The competitive mentality of showing livestock teaches you to be competitive in the work force and in life, and always push yourself to become better each day.

Leadership

Competition and Challenging Yourself

Whether out in the barn or in the ring, you are literally leading or driving an animal around and directing where it goes. Yet, outside of this obvious vernacular, being involved with showing livestock presents emerging opportunities for young people to step up and become a leader. Breed associations and youth organizations provide outlets for young people to lead others and get involved with improving their experiences as they grow in the industry. Learning about the daily care and nutrition of livestock animals teaches young people to learn more about the industry and someday become an advocate if they so choose. And outside of the obvious opportunities, showing livestock constantly promotes the idea of giving back to the industry in the ways it gives to us all.

Show ring competition provides an entire range of emotions to anyone who enters the ring. The physical and financial investments are on the line while your emotional investment in how you do might affect your entire day depending

Money doesn’t just fall from the sky.

When you show livestock, you have to learn how to balance a check book, keep track of expenses and what you are investing in and keep current records.

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This is an incredibly valuable skill that many young people are not taught.

Being involved in investing money in your livestock project can lead to more financial stability as you enter the work force and begin a life of your own.

Values Growing up with a solid foundation of values is central to living a good life. As you think about the time spent in the barn or at a show, it is easy to identify the core values you learn. Raising livestock gives you a reason and purpose for waking up every morning. Through hours of preparation, one can learn the true value of hard work and dedicating yourself to your goals. Patience is gained through working with siblings or others involved in the industry and understanding that you can’t bring about change in a day. The one-on-one time caring for livestock teaches each of us to be compassionate for another life other than our own. This compassion stems from a respect we learn to have for animals and an understanding of all the ways they provide for us in all facets of their life. The respect we have for their life influences our decision to provide the highest quality care and means of living.

Relationships that we build with both our animals and others helps us to mature and establish connections with others.

There’s no question the list of values you learn in the barn may vary slightly, but the common denominator they all share is their essential purpose to bringing structure to life.

People You have more than likely heard someone say the best part of this industry is the people. The relationships formed showing livestock is likely the greatest asset we will gain. Friendships are forged out of common interests and competition in the ring. Role models quickly surface in your life as individuals invest their time into helping you achieve your goals.

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work alongside one another every day.

The relationships we create with people through showing livestock don’t just last during our time in the ring; those relationships last for life.

Throughout the daily routines that ensue in the barn, it can be easy to just focus on the instantaneous work that has to get done each day. Our animals require a lot of care to perform at the highest level.

However, when you look at everything from a big picture, it is obvious that our care comes full circle. We invest a lot of time into our animals, and they reciprocate the same amount of time in the form of life lessons. While we fill their pans and feed bunks up each day, they fill our hearts with memories, values and lessons that will last a lifetime.

About the author: Jessica Judge is a Marketing Brand Manager at BioZyme Inc. A California native, she is a May 2018 graduate from Oklahoma State University with a bachelor’s in Animal Science with a concentration in Ag Business. While at OSU, she was a member of the National Champion Livestock Judging Team and earned the High Individual honor at the 2017 North American. She and her family have raised and shown cattle her entire life. She was active in 4-H and FFA and played basketball competitively, all through high school.

About BioZyme® Inc. BioZyme Inc., founded in 1951, develops and manufactures natural, proprietary products focused on animal nutrition, health and microbiology. With a continued commitment to research, BioZyme offers a complete line of feed additives and high density, highly available vitamin, mineral, trace mineral and protein supplements for a variety of animals including cattle, pigs, poultry, sheep, goats, horses and dogs. BioZyme brands include Amaferm®, AO-Biotics®, Amasile™, VitaFerm®, Vita Charge®, Sure Champ®, Vitalize®, DuraFerm® and Peets Feed. Headquartered in St. Joseph, Missouri, BioZyme reaches a global market of customers throughout the U.S., Canada, South America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. For more information about BioZyme, visit www.biozymeinc.com.

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Wayward Hill Farms consignments to the

Bulls of the Bluegrass Sale • April 6, 2019 NEW LOCATION: Bluegrass Stockyards • Lexington, KY

WAYWARD HILL FARM

A SELECT GROUP OF FALL BRED FEMALES ALSO SELL!

WHF Angles Envy 245A

CDI Innovator 325D

SONS SELL

SONS SELL

TATTOO E596 E351 E372 E912 E011 E012 E754 E248 E39 E010 E348 E035 E112 E024 E120 E876 F804 F249 F242 F240 F366 F365 F245 F246 F368 F35 F120

WHF Booker F368

BIRTH 9/7/2017 9/10/2017 9/11/2017 9/11/2017 9/14/2017 9/15/2017 9/15/2017 9/16/2017 9/16/2017 9/19/2017 9/21/2017 10/5/2017 10/8/2017 10/12/2017 10/12/2017 10/14/2017 1/17/2018 1/28/2018 2/4/2018 2/5/2018 2/24/2018 3/1/2018 3/2/2018 3/6/2018 3/13/2018 3/22/2018 1/30/2018

DAM 596B 351B 372Z 912B 242Y 246Y 752Z 248B 39A 242Y 248C 035B 112B 241A 120Y 876A 804C 249D 242Y 240D 365A 365A 245A 245A 365A 35Y 120C

BW 75 80 75 83 86 78 78 78 88 86 77 80 82 79 82 83 74 82 81 80 86 88 87 78 90 80 74

WW 601 714 719 727 716 700 730 840 784 709 715 713 762 784 564 754 651 790 742 670 805 794 859 687 789 738 745

CE 12.7 11.2 13.6 13.2 11.3 10 17.1 11.5 13.8 9.6 13.8 11.6 11.3 13.1 12 13.9 9.4 10.9 13.1 10.9 10 10.6 9 11.5 10.9 12.6 14.9

WHF Pappy F245 BW 0.5 1 0.2 0.5 1.8 1.1 0.3 0.2 0.7 1.5 0.5 -0.1 1 0.8 -0.7 0.8 1.5 0.8 0.3 0.7 1.4 1.2 1.1 0.8 1.3 0.7 -0.9

ALL BULLS TESTED FOR HOMO BLACK AND HOMO POLLED GENOMICALLY ENHANCED EPD’S CONTACT CHRIS ALLEN WITH ANY QUESTIONS, VISITORS WELCOME ANY TIME

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MATERNAL SIBS SELL

These bulls sell:

WHF Blanton F365 SIRE TJ MAIN EVENT 503B CCR SPARTAN 9124A ES BLACKSTONE CA117 W/C EXECUTIVE ORDER 8543B CCR SPARTAN 9124A CNS PAYS TO DREAM T759 ES BLACKSTONE CA117 W/C EXECUTIVE ORDER 8543B W/C EXECUTIVE ORDER 8543B CCR SPARTAN 9124A HOOK`S BLACK HAWK 50B ES BLACKSTONE CA117 ES BLACKSTONE CA117 ES BLACKSTONE CA117 TNT DYNASTY Z226 ES BLACKSTONE CA117 CDI INNOVATOR 325D HA COWBOY UP 5405 CDI INNOVATOR 325D CCR WIDE RANGE 9005A CDI INNOVATOR 325D CDI INNOVATOR 325D CDI INNOVATOR 325D CDI INNOVATOR 325D CDI INNOVATOR 325D CCR COWBOY POKER 6313C HA COWBOY UP 5405

WHF Summer 365C

WW 80.6 71.8 68.1 82.1 76.4 63.3 71.2 84.1 78.7 75.5 83.8 67.5 72 75.9 62.9 69.9 87.7 80.5 80.8 76.9 81 78.3 87.4 83.5 77.7 71 80.5

YW 122.9 103.1 106.6 125.7 110.7 95.6 107.8 125.6 124 109 127.8 102.2 110.8 112.7 93.4 108.3 135.3 132.3 121.5 118.1 121.3 116.8 129.9 124.9 116.6 102.7 127.7

MM 24.2 13.2 33 17.8 26.2 19.4 27 19.8 26.2 23.2 11.1 19.5 27.2 20 25.7 28.7 22.4 20.9 27.4 19.3 23.2 24.3 14.2 20.5 26.9 23.8 14.3

API 118.3 128.8 126.9 126.4 109.5 119 138.6 119.6 131.1 119 143.8 127.5 131.4 136.6 141.3 135.4 147.6 122.1 142.8 132.5 128.9 122.4 146 144.2 132.8 144.1 138.5

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WHF Woodford F366 TI 75.6 71.7 70.6 81.2 70 69.8 72.9 80 79.6 71.6 82 67.8 74.7 75.1 73.7 71.9 88.2 76.2 81.3 76.9 76.9 71.8 85 83 76.4 75.3 80.7

PERCENT 3/4 SIMM 3/4 SIMM PUREBRED PUREBRED 3/4 SIMM PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED 3/4 SIMM PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED 1/2 SIMM PUREBRED 3/4 SIMM PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED PUREBRED 1/2 SIMM

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SIEMER MILLING GIVES $1 MILLION TO UK GRAIN AND FORAGE CENTER Laura Skillman Siemer Milling announces $1 million gift to the UK Grain and Forage Center of Excellence. At the announcement at the Kentucky Commodity Conference are from front left: Warren Beeler, Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy; Robert Houtz, UK; David Van Sanford, UK; Rick Siemer, Henry Siemer and Carl Schwinke, all from Siemer Milling.

Back: Lloyd Murdock and Chad Lee, both from UK. Photo by Matt Barton, UK agricultural communications.

January 18, 2019 | By: Laura Skillman Lexington, Ky. Siemer Milling Company is making a gift of $1 million to the University of Kentucky Grain and Forage Center of Excellence to support initiatives to improve grain quality and agronomic productivity of wheat in Kentucky and the region.

The gift will be given in five annual installments of $200,000 to support the Siemer Milling Company Wheat Production Program Fund. The fund will be used for programming, equipment, outreach, and faculty and student support. The conference center at the soon-to-be completed Grain and Forage Center will be named the Siemer Milling Company Conference Center.

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Rick Siemer, president of Siemer Milling.

Photo by Matt Barton, UK agricultural communications.

Siemer Milling opened a flour mill in Western Kentucky 23 years ago to be closer to their largest customer and discovered that wheat growers in the region were among the most sophisticated in the business, said Rick Siemer, president.

“Because of the knowledge base, geography and weather patterns in Kentucky, growers can get three good crops in two years. These growers are interested in growing quality wheat and essential to that is optimizing production techniques,” he said. “Innovative agricultural leaders in the area brought in best practices developed in the United Kingdom to improve growing skills in Kentucky and the university utilized and expanded on those skills.

“When university officials showed me their plans and vision for the Grain and Forage Center and I shared it with our board of directors, they said it sounded like a great idea. We are excited about deepening our relationship and support of wheat cultivation and growing techniques in Kentucky.”

Siemer is a 136-year-old family and COW COUNTRY •

employee-owned company operating wheat flour mills in Teutopolis, Illinois, West Harrison, Indiana and Hopkinsville.

The grain milling operations purchase 25 million bushels of locally-grown wheat and produce 750,000 tons of processed wheat products annually, including flour, wheat bran and wheat germ.

UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment Dean Nancy Cox said partnerships with industry are crucial to the success of a facility like the Grain and Forage Center of Excellence.

“The agriculture industry in Kentucky has been supportive of our college’s research and outreach efforts for many years. This wonderful gift from Siemer Milling continues this legacy,” she said.

“We are very fortunate to have a company in our state that provides a market for our farmers and understands the value of ongoing research and educational efforts.”

Facilities for the Grain and Forage Center are under construction at UK’s Research and Education Center in Princeton as part of a renovation and expansion project. Among the improvements are updated and state-of-the-art meeting facilities, laboratories and offices, and a boost to the center’s high-speed internet

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capabilities to allow graduate students stationed at the center to remotely participate in classes in Lexington.

These improvements are expected to be completed this summer and will enhance the college’s extension, research and teaching missions.

Chad Lee, UK grain crops specialist and center director, said grain and forage industries play key roles in Kentucky’s economy and the investments made in the Grain and Forage Center of Excellence will move those sectors forward in the state.

“We appreciate the partnership that the Siemer Milling family has developed with growers, crop consultants, farm supply providers and UK,” Lee said.

“Their commitment to sustainably grown wheat and strengthening the local communities where wheat is grown is an idea appreciated by all involved.

We are humbled by their investment and look forward to our partnership for generations to come.”

More information about Siemer Milling Company can be found at https://www. siemermilling.com. More information about the UK Grain and Forage Center of Excellence can be found at https://gfce. ca.uky.edu.

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MEMBERSHIP DIVISION 1 (151+ MEMBERS)

2019

2018

Difference

DIVISION 2 (76-150 MEMBERS)

2019

2018

Difference

Barren

430

500

-70

Monroe

142

148

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129

149

-20

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2019

2018

Difference

Fayette

75

75

0

Muhlenberg

67

75

-8

Webster

67

70

-3

Grant

64

75

-11

Pendleton

64

57

7

Todd

58

67

-9

Taylor

57

67

-10

Out of State

57

67

-10

Nelson

57

65

-8

Ohio

54

62

-8

Breckinridge

347

571

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Northern Kentucky

Shelby

320

353

-33

Metcalfe

125

130

-5

Adair

301

288

13

Daviess

119

132

-13

Marion

274

329

-55

Fleming

113

105

8

Madison

246

249

-3

Franklin

112

122

-10

Grayson

231

268

-37

Caldwell-Lyon

102

89

13

Woodford

53

57

-4

Oldham

50

59

-9

Lincoln

227

237

-10

Northeast Area

101

123

-22

Hancock

49

48

1

Whitley

48

51

-3

Twin Lakes

47

69

-22

Estill

44

44

0

Montgomery

43

53

-10

Mason

41

71

-30

Rockcastle

40

51

-11

Nicholas

39

39

0

Carroll

39

42

-3

Highlands

38

40

-2

Union

36

45

-9

McCreary

33

34

-1

Lewis

33

36

-3

Clay

33

28

5

Bullitt

32

31

1

Robertson

31

20

11

Wayne

30

39

-9

Simpson

29

42

-13

Hopkins

27

21

6

Butler

26

36

-10

McLean

26

23

3

Calloway

21

27

-6

Livingston

21

23

-2

Menifee

16

28

-12

Crittenden

15

23

-8

Henderson

12

10

2

Bath Logan Hart Clark Jessamine Washington

222 221 212 211 196 180

306 286 224 217 160 204

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Bracken

170

189

-19

Hardin

167

202

-35

Larue Warren

155 155

198 172

-43

147

165

-18

Christian

145

190

-45

Green Harrison

142 141 134

159 153 166

97

105

-8

Trigg

90

106

-16

Trimble

88

104

-16

Boyle

83

90

-7

Edmonson

82

91

-9

Pulaski

81

108

-27

Anderson

80

109

-29

Garrard

73

89

-16

Jackson

72

107

-35

Campbell

71

77

-6

Louisville Area

71

86

-15

-17

Meade

Henry

Scott

Clinton-Cumberland

69

81

-12

Russell

69

88

-19

Mountain

67

81

-14

Purchase Area

65

84

-19

Bourbon

65

85

-20

Magoffin

9

8

1

River Hills

7

9

-2

Owen

58

83

-25

Powell

6

8

-2

Eastern Foothills

4

9

-5

Gallatin

3

0

3

Knox

3

6

-3

Pike

3

7

-4

Bell

1

1

0

Harlan

1

2

-1

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Mercer

132

185

-53

Laurel

132

159

-27

Allen

118

167

-49

Casey

93

172

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Totals as of: February 18, 2019

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Difference

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10861

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Allen ................................$40 Anderson ........................$25 Bourbon ..........................$20 Boyle ...............................$35 Bullitt ...............................$20 Butler ..............................$25 Franklin ...........................$25 Highlands .......................$20 (Boyd, Floyd, Johnson, Lawrence, & Martin)

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KENTUCKY BEEF COUNCIL ALISON SMITH KBC Retail & Foodservice Contractor KBC has been educating and promoting the healthy benefits of beef over the last month in a multitude of ways.

Culinary students and restaurateurs attended the first quarterly Meat Up at Sullivan University Lexington Campus on February 11. During the event, attendees learned about 2019 Beef Trends from National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Executive Chef, Dave Zino. Dr. Gregg Rentfrow, University of Kentucky’s Meat Extension Specialist and Brock Billingsley, UK Meat Lab Research Facility Manager, broke down a Beef Loin Top Sirloin Butt into subprimal cuts and retail cuts to show how the traditional cuts can be utilized differently. Chef Dave prepared a Coulotte Roast, which could be used as an alternative to Steamship Round on a carving station, all the while touting the nutritional benefits of beef.

For Heart Month, KBC staff and Registered Dietician, Janine Faber, presented a Heart-Healthy Beef Lunch and Learn for UPS employees.

Talking about how high-quality protein, like beef, played into a hearthealthy diet was the main point Faber discussed. She highlighted the nine beef cuts certified by American Heart Association (AHA) and showed attendees how to incorporate protein into their meal plans. The Spicy Beef and Cucumber Appetizer, an AHA Heart-Check Approved recipe, was demonstrated and sampled.

Recently, with the help of 2060 Digital, KBC launched an influencer program that works with seven lifestyle/food bloggers. In January, six created an Instragram post sharing recipes and talking about protein and strength with a combined total of 107,984 followers and 1,204 engagements. Below is an example of a January post from Sarah Caton @spaceplaceandgrace.

You may say that you already know the good news about beef’s nutritional benefits. That is great! But there are so many others out there that don’t know, so please share!

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The beef that we love can be good for us too! As we mooove into March, hopefully like a lamb and not like a lion, check out some answers to the most pressing questions when it comes to beef and health.

Q: Can beef be enjoyed regularly as part of a healthy, balanced diet?

A: Absolutely! A 3-ounce serving of beef—about the size of an iPhone— provides more than 10 essential nutrients including protein, iron, zinc and vitamins B12 and B6. One serving of beef contains about half of your Daily Value for protein in around 170 calories on average (and just 150 calories for a serving of lean beef).1 Q: How much beef should I eat at a meal to meet my daily protein requirements?

A: Beef is a great protein option and source of essential nutrients to enjoy any day and for any meal! Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat 5.5 ounces of protein foods, including beef, per day. Beef can be enjoyed for any meal throughout the day so incorporating beef into various meals will help you meet the recommended Dietary Guidelines.2 Q: What benefits do the 10 essential nutrients in beef provide to the human body?

A: High-quality protein, like that found in beef, plays an increasingly important role in muscle maintenance, weight management, and the prevention of chronic diseases. Research also shows the iron, zinc and B vitamins found in beef play an essential role in developing and maintaining cognitive ability in children and adults.3 Q: What nutritional benefits does beef offer me that other proteins don’t?

A: Beef is a nutritional powerhouse in a smaller package than other protein foods. Apart from being a great source of protein, it would take 8 ounces of cooked chicken breast to eat the same amount of iron as in just 3 ounces of beef, and nearly 7 times (20 ounces) the amount of chicken to get the same amount of zinc in a serving of beef!1

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Q: Is grass-finished beef more nutritious than grain-finished beef?

A: While grass-finished beef tends to be a little leaner, both grass-finished and grain-finished beef are natural sources of more than 10 essential nutrients including protein, iron and zinc. All cattle, whether grass or grain-finished, spend the majority of their lives eating grass on pastures and provide delicious and nutritious beef.4 Q: Can eating beef help improve cholesterol levels?

A: Yes! Research shows that a heart healthy diet and lifestyle that includes lean beef, even daily, improved cholesterol levels. About half the fatty acids found in beef are called monounsaturated fatty acids, the same kind found in olive oil, and, as part of a heart-healthy diet, can reduce cholesterol levels.1,5 Q: Can plant-based diets and proteins provide the same amount of protein as beef?

A: Many sources of plant protein do not contain all the amino acids your body needs. Beef supplies more protein and nutrients in significantly fewer calories than plant proteins. A lean beef burger patty averages around 154 calories and 25 grams of protein. Conversely, a veggie burger patty may be lower in calories, but only contains 13 grams of protein per serving.1 Q: Can eating beef cause cancer?

A: Cancer is a complex disease and most scientists agree that many factors, including lifestyle and environmental conditions, must be taken into consideration-- making it unrealistic to isolate a single food as a cause of cancer.

In fact, despite all the investment made in cancer research, there is no single food, including beef, that has been proven to cause or cure cancer.6 Q: Do higher-protein diets have any negative health effects like kidney damage or bone loss?

A: No, this is a common myth about protein. Eating a diet higher in protein can actually help people lose and maintain a healthy weight and support a healthy metabolism. Research shows that eating 25-30 grams of protein at each meal is ideal for optimal body benefits.7

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KENTUCKY BEEF COUNCIL 1. • U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, Nutrient Data Laboratory.

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, Release 28 (Slightly revised). Version Current: May 2016. Internet: http://www. ars.usda.gov/ba/bhnrc/ndl 2. • U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture. 2015–2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. 8th Edition. December 2015. Available at http://health.gov/dietaryguidelines/2015/guidelines/.

3. • Paddon-Jones D, et al. Protein, weight management, and satiety.

Am J Clin Nutr 2008;87:1558S-61S. • Wolfe, R. The underappreciated role of muscle in health and disease.

Am J Clin Nutr 2006;84:475-82.

4. • Van Elswyk ME, McNeill SH. Impact of grass/forage feeding versus grain finishing on beef nutrients and sensory quality: the U.S. experience. Meat Sci 2014;96:535-40.

5. • Roussell MA, et al. Beef in an Optimal Lean Diet study: effects on lipids, lipoproteins, and apolipoproteins. Am J Clin Nutr 2012;95:9-16.

6. • Schoenfeld JD, Ioannidis JP. Is everything we eat associated with cancer? A systematic cookbook review. Am J Clin Nutr 2013;97:12734.

• Miller PE, Alexander DD, Weed DL: Uncertainty of results in nutritional epidemiology. Nutr Today 2014;49:147–52.

7. • Phillips SM, et al. Protein “requirements” beyond the RDA: Implications for optimizing health. Appl Physiol Nutr Metab 2016;41:565-72.

• Wallace TC, Frankenfeld CL. Dietary protein intake above the current RDA and bone health: A systematic review and meta-analysis.

J Am Coll Nutr 2017;36:481-96.

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MUD AND CATTLE: WINTER IN KY Steve Higgins In Kentucky, muddy winters are a cattle producer’s worst enemy. This is why surfaces are one of my favorite areas to improve on a farm. When you look at it from the cattle’s perspective, livestock spend most of their lives in intimate contact with surfaces on which they walk and lie. Issues such as mud and drainage that are not addressed cause real production problems. However, many housing, handling, and pasture systems fail very seriously to give proper attention to surfaces.

traction and promote drainage from the pad.

Prolonged standing on concrete floors also changes the gate of the animal, which can negatively affect pricing at yards. Unroofed concrete surfaces create a significant amount of runoff since they are impervious. A filter strip on the down slope of exposed concrete pads helps with managing runoff. The area should be designed to utilize the nutrients in the manure to increase vegetative production, when weather allows, which can then be flash grazed.

Packed earth is probably the simplest and most basic foundation to provide. It is inexpensive and for the most part good for animal comfort, but it will not retain a uniform flat surface with continued use, especially if it gets wet. Failure will occur because wet soil cannot bear the load of cattle traffic. The inability of soil to support the weight of cattle is attributed to precipitation, urine, and high moisture manure. The breakdown begins as the moisture increases and the soil structure becomes unstable, which turns the soil into a moldable, plastic mass. Evidence of this is pugging. Once it rains again and the pug fills with water and cattle tread on the area, the moisture content of the soil exceeds the liquid limit, which turns the soil into a mass that will flow. At this point any beneficial soil structure that was present is gone.

All surfaces should be managed so that an animal’s contact with manure is minimized.

Minimizing contact with manure can help to prevent various health problems. Space and dry bedding to lie on show benefits to average daily gains and increases in percent fat. At the same time, bedding lowers the amount of soiled hide or tagging. Dry bedding also promotes healthy hooves and reduces the incidence of diseases. There are many different forms of bedding and some are better than others. Research indicates that cattle, especially calves, prefer straw first, then wood chips, followed by composted manure. Last but not least, floors should be sloped at least 2% to provide positive drainage. Contaminated runoff and manure should be managed through beneficial reuse, such as a filter strip interception or collection and land application. Stormwater from roof areas should be guttered. Harvested water could also be used to provide cattle with their water requirements.

Geotextile fabric and rock pads are designed to support the weight of cattle and make good all-weather surfaces if installed and maintained correctly. However, their lifespan is limited to approximately 10 years.

Aggressive scrapping can remove too much rock and expose fabric. A deep layer of wet manure will also weaken the matrix.

Concrete surfaces can be found on all kinds of cattle farms. It is hard to find a more durable and cleanable product. However, concrete is hard on feet, legs, and hips of cattle with prolonged use. Rough concrete can wear down theirs heels and create lameness. On one hand, concrete surfaces need to be rough enough to provide traction and reduce slippage; on the other hand, smooth enough to prevent wear, soreness, and hoof problems. Having both properties simultaneously is difficult to accomplish, which is why it is suggested that concrete floors be grooved or broom finished to create friction. This solution then causes debates as to the optimum groove pattern, spacing, and depth needed to provide the best 11 2

There is an old Latin saying that translate into “Victory loves preparation.” Winter is not the time to install heavy use area pads, concrete, or soil cement surfaces. These projects need to be accomplished when there is suitable construction weather. There are quick fixes that can be implemented, this time of the year, such as spreading bedding (straw, wood chips, hay, etc.) in a field or lot to allow livestock to get out of the mud and a dry place to lay down. After observing the impacts of yet another muddy Kentucky winter, start planning now for next winter. Begin identifying areas that would benefit from improved all-weather surfaces and follow through on installing them this coming year.

Explore sources of cost share for your projects and seek advice from resource professionals and other producers that you see improving their operations.

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KENTUCKY BEEF NETWORK

REMEMBERING WYATT COLE DAN MILLER KBN Industry Coordinator

It is with a heavy heart that I report that Eden Shale Farm suffered a tragic loss last month. Our farm manager Greg Cole’s son, Wyatt was killed in an automobile accident while at college in Martin, TN. I knew Wyatt as a friend. From the very first time that Greg came to the farm to help me rotate cows, Wyatt was with him. Then only an eighth grader, it was obvious that he was good with a horse and handy with a rope. Greg and Wyatt came to the farm several times that first summer to help move the cattle. Wyatt was always there with Greg, ready to ride, and always ready to rope something.

After Greg and his family moved to the farm in August of that first year, I got to know Wyatt much better. It was then that I fully recognized the strong work ethic that Wyatt possessed. He worked on the farm frequently, helping with whatever task needed done that day, from baling hay to fixing fence, he contributed as if it was his own farm.

While Wyatt was a good farm hand and excellent on a horse, rodeo was his passion. Wyatt began his rodeo career in kindergarten team roping with his brother, Quinn. His rodeo accomplishments were extensive as he was an active member of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association; the USTRC; member of the IPRA Rodeo; past member of the of NHSRA; and past member of both the Indiana and Kentucky High School Rodeo Associations. He qualified multiple times for National Finals Rodeo in both Junior High and High School and finished 12th in the nation in Team Roping with his brother Quinn.

More recently, Wyatt advanced to the

finals of three collegiate rodeos during the 2018-19 season, representing UT Martin in team roping at Missouri Valley College and in steer wrestling at both Three Rivers College and at Murray State. He accumulated team points in each of his steer wrestling performances, including a career-best third-place finish at Murray State. Recently while eating lunch with Greg, I noticed a rodeo schedule hanging on the wall. Wyatt had calculated the distance to each rodeo and the estimated drive time to get there.

In all there were over 5,000 miles he planned to travel this semester to attend those rodeo’s. This just another example of his determination and work ethic to obtain something that he was passionate about.

If you ever had the chance met Wyatt you immediately recognized the warm personality that he possessed. He had the rare ability to fill a room with his presence sporting that full faced grin of his. He never met a stranger and he loved everyone. I once had the honor of attending a Career Fair at the Owen County High School. Wyatt was president of the FFA at the time and our booths were next to each other in the gym. When the Career Fair opened Wyatt’s table was immediately swarmed with students. He told everyone at his booth, “If you do anything else in this gym, go over there to my buddy Dan’s booth and hear about Eden Shale Farm.”

They all did and we had the two busiest booths in the Career Fair!

Few people in this world leave an impression on you the way that Wyatt did. And for that I am thankful that I got the opportunity to know Wyatt Cole.

Keep on smiling my friend, it’s what you did best.

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Jacob Settles

Springfield, KY (859) 805-0724 jacob.settles4@yahoo.com

Ron Shrout

Winchester, KY (606) 205-6143 ronshrout@bellsouth.net

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Roy, Jessica and Cooper Canada 600 Cumberland Drive • Morehead, KY 40351 859-227-7323 racekannon@hotmail.com

Swain Select Simmental

12113 Green Valley Dr. • Louisville, KY 40243 frederickswain@bellsouth.net • www.swainselect.com

Fred & Phyllis 502-245-3866 502-599-4560

Chi & Angie 502-477-9727 502-287-2116

Judy and Rondal Dawson 1156 Buzzard Roost Road Shelbyville, KY 40065 502-593-5136 jrdawson22@outlook.com

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President: Chris Allen 222 Stourbridge St Versailles, KY 40383 859-351-4486

Vice President: Brian Swain 3906 Pottertown Rd Murray, KY 42071

Secretary/Treasurer: Lindsay Phillips 8308 Orangeburg Rd Maysville, KY 41056

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Call or visit one of these Simmental breeders for cattle that work!

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100 Carpenter Ridge Salyersville KY, 41465 docrat2@yahoo.com Jim Ratliff 606.496-6522

“UNBELIEVABULL SIMMENTALS” Graves Grandview Simmental Farm Timothy Graves 560 Rudd Lane Springfield, KY 40069 (859) 481-3954 • gravesgrandview@gmail.com

Brian & Heather Swain 3906 Pottertown Road Murray, KY 42071 270-293-4440 wksbswain@murray-ky.net

Simmental and SimAngus Bulls for Sale

Send application to: Lindsay Phillips, 8308 Orangeburg Rd, Maysville, KY 41056 Membership Fee is $25.00

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1194 Smith Ridge Road • Campbellsville, KY 42718 270-465-7584 (H) 270-403-4562 Bulls & Select Heifers for Sale

Harrod Farms THE NEXT GENERATION

Becca, Jenna and Jake 645 Evergreen Rd. Frankfort, KY 40601 Jeff Harrod: 502-330-6745 Charolais, Hereford & Commercial Cattle

paul r. jeffries 606-510-4537

1590 jeffries lane

hustonville, ky. 40437 chris cooper 606-669-9009 chris jeffries 606-669-2426

Jimmy & Linda Evans 960 Vallandingham Road Dry Ridge, KY 41035 859-428-2740

Allison Charolais John Allison

545 Eminence Road New Castle, KY 40050

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Darby Montgomery 36 Thompson Road • Lancaster, KY 40444 859-339-3922 BULLS FOR SALE

Polled Breeding Since 1966 Robert Amburgey, Jr. 3171 Camargo Rd. • Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 859-498-2764 (Home) 859-404-3751 (Mobile)

Kentucky Charolais Association Chuck Druin 2291 Drane Lane Eminence, KY 40019 502-321-1160 or 502-321-5919 Jeff Harrod: 502-330-6745 Jacob Miller: 502-507-4987

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David, Rhonda, Michael & Nicholas 3200 St. Rose Road Lebannon, KY 40033 270-692-7793

Hayden Farm 4430 Bloomfield Rd. Bardstown, KY 40004 James Hayden

Home: Office: Mobile: 502-349-0128 502-349-0005 502-507-4984 jhayden@haydensteel.com

Candy Sullivan 3440 Ruddles Mill Road Paris, KY 40361

859-338-0170 Sullivan Charolais

Quality Charolais Cattle in the Heart of the Bluegrass

Floyd’s Charolais

2039 Nina Ridge Road Lancaster, KY 40444 Home: 859-792-2956 • Cell: 859-339-2653 floydj@windstream.net

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Catherine Cowles Earns Junior Bronze and Silver Awards Catherine Cowles, Rockfield, Ky., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver awards, according to Jaclyn Upperman, education and events director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. The 18-year-old daughter of Gil and Mary Cowles attends Ensworth High School. She is a member of the NJAA and the Kentucky Junior Angus Association, where she has served as director and royalty.

She has participated in state and national shows and showmanship contests. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Catherine participated in the photography contest and the All-American Certified Angus Beef® Cook-Off. In 2018 she served as a voting delegate. She was also a participant in the Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conferences from 2015-2018, the Raising the Bar conferences from 2016-2018 and the Star Conference in 2018. In 2017 she attended the Angus Convention in Fort Worth, Texas.

Catherine has submitted weight data to the Angus Herd Improvement Records (AHIR®) and has consigned cattle to The Beginning is Now, March Madness, and December to Remember sales. She is also active in her local 4-H Club, where she has served as director and vice president.

The Bronze and Silver awards are the first two levels of the NJAA Recognition Program that began in 1972. Junior Angus breeders must apply for the awards, than meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving the honors. Applicants are evaluated in areas of junior Angus association activities and leadership, participation in showmanship, contests and shows, using performance testing to improve their herd and their progress in producing and merchandising Angus cattle.

The NJAA promotes the involvement of young people in raising Angus cattle, while also providing leadership and self-development opportunities for the nearly 6,000 active members nationwide.

RhinoAg Adds New Cutting Power to Lineup New and Upgraded Cutters Unveiled at National Farm Machinery Show RhinoAg announced the launch of a new line of multi-spindle rotary cutters and an update to an existing series of similar cutters.

The TW Series has been expanded with the addition of TW30 models.

These units feature a domed deck designed to reduce grass buildup and promote easy cleaning, while fulllength skids and tapered side skirts reduce gouging. These updates are designed to solve common problems that homesteaders and farmers frequently experience when operating brush-clearing equipment.

The TW35 and TW36 are equipped with the same cast carrier design that is seen on RhinoAg’s Flex-Wing rotary cutters. In addition, TW20 units— existing cutters in the TW Series—are currently being updated with the new domed deck. After the TW20 models are updated with the new deck, TW10 models will be updated as well.

The newest series of multi-spindle rotary cutters, the TR Series, was

created to withstand more demanding jobs with its new suspension and driveline designs.

“We’re proud to add the TR Series to our already-impressive lineup of cutters,” said Greg Pollock, Sales & Marketing Director for RhinoAg. “These units offer superior cut quality, easier maintenance, and longer life expectancy to give you the years of dependable service RhinoAg is known for.”

The new products made their official debut in February at the 2019 National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville, Kentucky. ### About RhinoAg: Since patenting the first four-gearbox flex-wing rotary cutter in 1969, RhinoAg has made rotary and flail mowers and cutters, rear blades, post hole diggers, pasture renovators, tillers, disc mowers, and box blades sold throughout the world. RhinoAg products are well respected for their dependability and performance.

Kent Nutrition Group launches NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer® for beef Research shown to help increase dry matter intake and average daily gain Kent Nutrition Group (KNG) is proud to offer a line of supplements for beef cattle — NutriVantage® Nutrition Optimizer® — a research-driven, unique blend of natural ingredients, vitamins and minerals that impact cattle performance at every stage. For more than a decade, the species-specific formulas have been developed and field tested at the Kent Product Development Center near Muscatine, Ia. These trials have shown up to a 10 percent increase in dry matter intake (DMI) and up to one-quarter pound increase in average daily gain.

“Dry matter intake is a critical factor for cattle performance, particularly for receiving cattle, and is important to

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help maintain cattle health,” said Dr. Brandon Koch, Ph.D., beef nutritionist, Kent Nutrition Group. “Our research and field trials have found that incorporating our NutriVantage® for beef into diets, can result in up to a ten percent increase in DMI. These results have also been seen during times of heat and humidity, when cattle typically reduce their level of intake or even go off feed.”

KNG trials and field studies have shown significant results in supporting a healthy rumen environment, improving feed efficiency and helping reduce retreatments. Ultimately, NutriVantage for beef has the potential to positively impact return on investment for beef

producers.

“Kent Nutrition Group is excited to offer the beef industry our exclusive feed supplement, NutriVantage for beef,” said Teri Walsh, KNG’s beef product manager. “The research that our Ph.D. nutritionists have conducted has shown positive results at every stage of beef production – from calves to feeders to the breeding herd. This feed supplement can help optimize overall performance and ultimately, impact the producer’s bottom line. ” NutriVantage for beef formulas are made with exclusive nutritional components, including organic macromolecules, trace minerals, antioxidants and chelating agents that provide optimal

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nutritional supplementation to the animal’s digestive tract. NutriVantage for beef is available as a feed supplement and in select products featuring the NutriVantage logo.

Kent Nutrition Group (KNG) strives to be the most trusted and pre-eminent regionally focused animal nutrition company in the United States, delivering the highest quality products based on a long-standing tradition of progressive innovation and dedication to livestock, equine and pet owners. KNG is a division of Kent Corporation, a familyowned, American company founded in 1927.

KNG is represented by the Kent® brand in the Midwest and the Blue Seal® brand in the East. Kent and Blue Seal are dedicated to providing quality animal nutrition that you can trust — guaranteed.

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KENTUCKY FARM BUREAU BEEF EXPO AT THE KENTUCKY FAIR & EXPO CENTER LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY MARCH 1 -3, 2019

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FRIDAY, MARCH 1, 2019 GELBVIEH SHOW @ 1:00 P.M. ET - SHOW RING A SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2019 GELBVIEH SALE @ 11:30 A.M. ET

(AT THE SCALES NEAR THE LIVESTOCK OFFICE)

KENTUCKY JUNIOR HEIFER SHOW @ 4:30 P.M. ET SHOW ORDER TBD

David Slaughter, President..........................(270)-556-4259 Joe Piles, Vice President..............................(502) 507-3845 Pat Tilghman, Secretary/Treasurer...............(270) 678-5695 CLIFFORD FARMS

3459 KY HWY 1284E Cynthiana, KY 41031 Since 1937 (859) 234-6956

Cattle for sale at all times.

SUNDAY, MARCH 3, 2019 JUNIOR HEIFER SHOW @ 8:00 A.M. ET SHOW ORDER TBD

MULLINS FARM

Randy & Wanda Wade (859) 234-4803 Mike, Shelley & Ronin Meyer (859) 298-9931 Kevin, Shannon, & Kamber Farrell (859) 588-9121

TRAVIS MULLINS 2440 FISHING CREEK RD 606.282.3869 YOSEMITE, KY 42566 Gelbvieh Cattle for Sale

Gelbvieh, Simmental, & Commercial Cattle

Brian W. Dyer DVM

Owner/Manager GELBVIEH/BALANCERS

2050 Glasgow Road Burkesville, KY 42717 Brian, Lauren, Kristen Barry, Emily & Julia

Bar IV Livestock

Barry, Beth & Ben Racke • Brad Racke 7416 Tippenhauer Rd. • Cold Spring, KY 41076 Phone (859) 635-3832 • Barry cell (859) 991-1992 Brad cell (859) 393-3677 • Ben cell (859) 393-3730 Fax (859) 635-3832 • bar4@twc.com

Bee Lick Gelbviehs

Eddie Reynolds 277 Old Bee Lick Rd. Crab Orchard, KY 40419 606-379-2281(H) 606-305-1972(C) Bulls & Females for sale

Full Circle Farms

Registered Gelbvieh Cattle Brad Burke 989 Metcalf Mill Rd. • Ewing, KY 41039 (H) 606-267-5609 • (C) 606-782-1367 gbb789@windstream.net

Pleasant Meadows Farm

Kilbourne Gelbvieh East Bernstadt, KY 606-843-6583 cell 606-309-4662

Gary & Pat Tilghman Lindsey Tilghman Jones Family Carrie & Daryl Derossett Family 690 Lick Branch Road Glasgow, KY 42141

Black Replacement Heifers & Bulls Available Embryo transplant & AI sired calves

270.678.5695 pleasantmeadowsfarm@hotmail.

Mockingbird Hill Farms Registered Gelbvieh Cattle Shane Wells 10172 Provo Rd. Rochester, KY H: 270-934-2198 C: 270-791-8196 swells@logantele.com

Larry Clark & Sons LLC

Registered Gelbvieh Cattle 1153 Robert Landis Road-Greensburg, KY 42743 Larry Clark, Owner & Operator (270) 299-5167 (270) 337-2801 Lpclarkandsons@msn.com

Single Tree Farm

jbgarmon@yahoo.com Jay, Bethany, Cooper and Piper Garmon

Clayton & Debbie Cash 1214 Ottawa School Road Brodhead, KY 40409

Gelbvieh-Balancer Bulls & Heifers For Sale by Private Treaty

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76 Miller Cemetery Rd. Russell Springs, KY 42642 270-858-4939 Home 270-670-5250 Cell 270-590-1189 Cell

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Meeting modern industry demands: • Added Fertility • Increased Efficiency • More pounds of calf weaned American Gelbvieh Association 303-465-2333 | www.gelbvieh.org

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Kentucky Hereford Association KHA Invites any Hereford Breeder to Become a Member!

Dues are $25. Send to 2396 Union City Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 Upcoming Events: KHA Officers

President: Tim Wolf Secretary/ Treasurer: Earlene Thomas 859-623-5734 thomasep@roadrunner.com

KENTUCKY BEEF EXPO • HEREFORD SHOW & SALE SHOW: FRIDAY, MARCH 1 SALE: SATURDAY, MARCH 2 KENTUCKY FAIR & EXPOSITION CENTER LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY

Joe B. Gray

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Codee Guffey • 1815 Grassy Springs Road Versailles, Kentucky 40383 Phone: 502-598-6355 Email: rockridgeherefords@gmail.com www.rockridgeherefords.com

10787 New Bowling Green Road Smiths Grove, KY 52171

270-590-4579

WOLF FARM

Registered Polled Herefords Bulls & Females for sale Tim & Peggy Wolf 12939 Peach Grove Rd. Alexandria, KY 41001 Home: 859-635-0899 Cell: 859-991-3484

Peyton’s Well Polled Herefords The Lowell Atwood Family 133 Edgewood Drive Stanford, KY (606) 365-2520 home/fax (606) 669-1455 cell

Victor- influenced cattle bred for performance on grass.

“Black cows need a good Hereford Bull”

BECKLEY HEREFORDS L.W. Beckley D.V.M L. Wayne Beckley 284 Pyrse Lane 1420 Fitchburg Rd. Irvine, KY 40336 Ravenna, KY 40472 Cell: 859-779-1419 Home: 606-723-3021 Clinic: 606-726-0000 Cell: 859-779-0962 www.beckleyherefords.com

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K3 CATTLE REGISTERED HEREFORDS KYLE BUSH

Polled Herefords 439 Flatwoods Frozen Camp Road • Corbin, KY 40701 Kevin, Angela, Bobby & Brenda Wells Kenlea & Kyler Murray 606-523-0569 - Home 606-528-1691 - Home 606-344-0417 - Cell 606-682-8143 - Cell wells_farm@yahoo.com

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198 HICKS PIKE CYNTHIANA, KY 41031

Jackson Farms

Paul L. Hancock 8559 KY 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4194

Boyd Beef Cattle

6077 Helena Road • Mayslick, KY 41055 Charlie Boyd II · 606-584-5194 Annual Bull Sale second Saturday in March Hereford and Angus Bulls

TK4 Herefords Tony & Kathy Staples 992 Knotts Road Brandenburg, KY 40108 270-422-4220 tstaples@bbtel.com

Chambliss Hereford Farms Brad, Carla, Clay and Clint Chambliss 916 Winchester Blvd.

Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Home (270) 982-3905 • Cell (270) 668-7126 fax 270-735-9922 www.chamblissherefordfarms.com

Jackie D. Perkins II 367 Mt. Pisgah Rd. • Bremen, KY 42325 270-543-3586 Breeding to produce good cows since 1981.

WCN Polled Herefords Since 1961 Bill & Libby Norris 2220 Celina Road Burkesville, KY 42717 Phone (270) 433-7256 Cell (270) 433-1525 “Every calf needs a white face”

Sweet T Farm

Pile Stock Farm

Registered Polled Herefords

Pete & Gayla Szak 1040 Hick Hardy Rd. Cynthiana, KY (859) 484-2265

Hansell Pile, Jr. 12045 St. John Rd. Cecilia, KY 42724 270-735-5192•270-862-4462 12 miles West of Elizabethtown

Windy Hills Farm

859-588-4531

Registered Polled Herefords 8103 Bill Moss Road • White House, TN 37188 Home/Fax: 615-672-4483 Cell: 615-478-4483 billy@jacksonfarms.com ® “Farming the Same Land Since 1834”

Registered Polled Herefords

Thomas Farm

“Cattle for sale at all times”

Wells Farm

MPH Farms

Polled Hereford and Gelbvieh Cattle 3459 KY Hwy. 1284 E. Cythiana, KY 41031 (859) 234-6956 Ben, Jane, Shelby and Lincoln Eric & Ronnie Thomas 2396 Union City Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 623-5734 • Eric’s Cell (859) 314-8256

Contact Earlene Thomas for more information: 859-623-5734 www.kentuckyhereford.org

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“Breeding Polled Herefords for over 58 Years” John Tucker “Registered Angus and Polled “Registered AngusHerefords” andIIPolled Herefords” 1790 Hidden Valley Lane Breeding cattle for sale at all times.

John A. Tucker II John A. Tucker II Hudson, KY 40145 HiddenHerefords” Valley Lane 1999 Walnut Hill Rd. • Lexington, KY “Registered 40515 1790 Hidden Valley Lane Angus and 1790 Polled 270-617-0301 Hudson, KY 40145 Hudson, KY 40145 (859) 271-9086 • cell (859)533-3790 (270) 257-8548 (270) 257-8548 Offi 257-8167 Office for (270) 257-8167 John A. Tucker IIce (270) “Bulls always Sale”

Popplewell’s Herefords

Registered Hereford & Angus Farm

Service Age Bulls Open and Bred Females For Sale Vince, Tracy & Alex Home (270) 866-4480 1526 Clearfork Rd. Cell (270) 566-1852 Russell Springs, KY 42642

Old Fall Creek Farms AHA & KHA member • Proven bloodlines

1790 Hidden18-month-old Valley 18-month-old AngusLane & Polled Hereford Bulls For Sale Angus & Polled Hereford Bulls For Sale Hudson, KY 40145 (270) 257-8548 Office (270) 257-8167

Polled LINEBRED Hereford Bulls For Sale Private treaty sales • Visitors 18-month-old always welcome Angus & LINEBRED VICTOR DOMINO CATTLE VICTOR DOMINO CATTLE

1874 Old Fall Creek Road • Monticello, KY 42633

Reed Bertram 606-348-7486 David Bertram 606-278-3630 www.ofcfarms.com

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Multi-Trait Multi-Trait Selection Selection Fertility Disposition

Danny Miller

Fertility Calving Ease Calving Ease Disposition Milking Ability Milking Ability

www.jmsvictordomino.com 4850 Ridge Rd. 4850 Caldwell RidgeCaldwell Rd. Knifley, KY 42753 Knifley, KY 42753 270-465-6984 270-465-6984

270-465-6984 • 270-566-2694

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2018-19 KAA OFFICERS

President: Gil Ray Cowles, Rockfield, KY Vice President: Jason Crowe, Irvine, KY Secretary/Treasurer: Anne DeMott, Lexington, KY Past President: Tim Jeffries, Canmer, KY

C ont ac t Anne D eMott to p ay you r Ke ntu cky Ang us Ass o c i at ion D ues 1 • BOYD BEEF CATTLE 6077 Helena Rd. Mayslick, KY 41055 Charlie Boyd II: 606-584-5194 • Blake Boyd: 606-375-3718 www.boydbeef.com • email: cboyd2@maysvilleky.net

12 • FALL CREEK ANGUS 448 Corder Farm Road Monticello, KY 42633 Ronnie Corder 606/348-6588

23 • PLEASANT HILL FARMS Gil, Mary, Corbin, Caroline, and Catherine Cowles 500 Rockfield Richpond Road Rockfield, KY 42274 270/843-9021 • Fax 270/843-9005 Located 7 miles west of Bowling Green, 1/2 mile off Hwy 68/80

2 • BRANCH VIEW ANGUS 927 Old Liberty Pike • Hustonville, KY 40437 859/238-0771 • www.branchviewangus.com James S. & LuAnn Coffey, Donald & Donna Coffey Evelyn Hoskins Annual Production Sale- 2nd Saturday in April

13 • HAINES ANGUS FARMS 5294 Park City- Glasgow Rd. Park City, KY 42160 Kenneth Haines, Jr. 270/749-8862

24 • RAGS ANGUS FARM Richard and Glenda Stallons 1240 Dogwood Kelly Road Hopkinsville, Kentucky 42240 Home- (270)885-4352 Cell- (270)839-2442 rstallons@bellsouth.net

3 • BURKS CATTLE CO. 531 Rick Rd. Park City, KY 42160 Eddie Burks • 270-991-6398 www.burkscattle.com

14 • HERITAGE FARM Tom McGinnis 1024 Hinkle Lane • Shelbyville, KY 502-633-1634, home • 502-633-5100, work 502-655-0164, cell

25 • SHAW FAMILY ANGUS Jim & Cathy Shaw 935 Miller Road • Hodgenville, KY 42748 Cell: 270-769-8260 www.shawfamilyangus.com Quality Registered Angus Cattle since 1975

4 • BURTON & SONS ANGUS Joe D. or Karen Burton • Bryan Carman, Partner, Ridgeview Angus 480 Hominy Hill Rd. Nancy, KY 42544 Joe: 606-305-3081 • Bryan: 606-875-3453 Located 15 miles West of Somerset klburton01@windstream.net

15 • HIGHVIEW FARMS 827 West Main Street Campbellsville, Kentucky 42718 Ben T. Cox DVM 270-469-5517 Registered Angus Cattle

5 • CARDINAL HILL FARMS 405 Cedar Grove Rd. • Glasgow, KY 42141 Mike Elmore: (270) 404-6589 Bob Johnson: ( 270 ) 427-1410 www. cardinalhillfarms.com • mike@cardinalhillfarms.com

16 • HILL VIEW FARMS Jimmy Gilles 5160 Lee Rudy Road Owensboro, KY 42301 270/686-8876 270/929-5370

27 • ST. CLAIR FARMS REGISTERED ANGUS Eric & Sherry St. Clair 13433 Falls of Rough Road • Falls of Rough, KY 40119 (H) 270-257-2965 (C) 270-617-1079 www.stclairangus.com

6 • CLAIREBROOK FARMS, LLC PO Box 192, Carlisle, KY 40311 Paul B. Mulhollem, 217/621-3123 Chad Daugherty, 217/369-0466 Watch for our consignments in upcoming KY sales!

17 • JOHNSON FARMS ANGUS Angus Bulls & Females Slaughters, KY Keith: 270-635-0723 Reese: 270-635-1137

28 • TAMME VALLEY FARM Jacob Tamme, Owner-Operator 859-583-7134 jacob.tamme@gmail.com www.tammevalley.com & Find us on Facebook!

7 • COFFEY ANGUS FARMS 661 Hopewell Road Liberty, KY 42539 Matt Coffey - (270) 799-6288 Dewey Coffey - (606) 787-2620 Genetics for Maximum Profitability since 1984

18 • LEGACY FARMS Daniel and Lindsey Reynolds 1709 South Jackson Highway Hardyville, KY 42746 270-528-6275/270-528-6120 www.legacyfarmsangus.com

29 • TWIN CREEK FARM Shawn, Melissa, Devin & Dylan Gibson 270/337-3072 or 270/692-5304 Dennis & Emily 270/337-2128 or 270/402-4338

8 • COOL SPRINGS CREEK FARM Guy & Aline Babin 269 Paul Coomer Rd Gradyville, KY 42742 270-205-1669 www.coolspringscreekfarm.com • gdbabin@outlook.com

19 • MILLERS RUN FARM William N. Offutt IV 3790 Paris Road Georgetown, KY 40324 Phone: (859) 533-2020 Email: millersrunfarm@aol.com Website: www.millersrunfarm.com Heifers for sale

9 • COUNTY LINE ANGUS Ottis Wright 150 Busy Baker Road Campbellsville, KY 42718 270-469-0339 • Registered Angus Bulls

20 • MUD RIVER ANGUS 10 Oak Hill Drive Russellville, KY 42276 Wayne Johnson 270/303-6354 Gary Johnson 270/498/7208

10 • D&D LONGVIEW ANGUS Danny & Debbie Burris 550 Willie Nell Road Columbia, KY 42728 270-348-5766 • 270-250-3701 • 270-250-1277

21 • FOUR KINGS ANGUS 250 Bright Leaf Dr. • Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Cary & Kim King Email: Carymking@yahoo.com • Fourkingsangus.com Cary Cell - 859-613-3734 • Colby Myers - Purebred Manager

11 • EAGLE REST PLANTATION Jimmy Don Robinson 7665 Paducah Road Kevil, KY 42053 270-462-2150

22 • OLD BARK FARM 370 Ferrill Hill, Buffalo, KY 42716 Kenley Conner 270/358-8057 Registered Angus Cattle

Bulls & females sold private treaty. Inquiries Welcome. Sell only what we would buy.

6 4 89 1880 28 0 5 6 5 4

26 • SMITHLAND ANGUS FARM 5202 East Hwy 80, Russell Springs, KY 42642 Charles “Bud” & Pam Smith 270/866-3898 Henry & Melissa Smith 270/866-2311

Performance Tested Bull & Female Sale April 2016

Watch for us in Branch View Production Sale in April

KY ANGUS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION NAME

FARM NAME

ADDRESS

OLD BARK FARM

CITY

STATE

PHONE 1

PHONE 2

ZIP

EMAIL

Return to: Anne DeMott • 1220 Angus Trail • Lexington, KY 40509 • Annual Dues $35

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KENTUCKY ANGUS ASSOCIATION NEWS Anne Stewart DeMott, Secretary/Treasurer

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Angus Breeders and Beef Cattle Producers, March is fast approaching! What a great time of year……..Bulls, Beef Cattle and Basketball!!!

March is when the door opens to our Spring throughout The Commonwealth. Calving is in full swing and the promise of green grass is actually becoming a reality. We do need to reflect on the fact that we have just experienced more water and mud than most folks can ever remember and that’s what makes us all look forward to March. This is an extremely busy time throughout Kentucky with the KY Beef Expo the first weekend of the month and what an excellent event this is every year. We appreciate all that the Kentucky Department of Agriculture and Farm Bureau does to make this such a great weekend for beef cattle in Kentucky.

Our own Kentucky Angus Sweepstakes, which is held during the KY Beef Expo, is s wonderful occasion to meet fellow Ky Angus Breeders and have an opportunity to purchase cattle to go into your own herds. There are production sales and bull sales all over Kentucky this spring and I would encourage you to attend these sales and get to know as many of our Angus breeders as possible.

The Kentucky Angus Association is preparing to host the 2019 National Junior Angus Show at the KY Fair and Expo Center July 14 - 21, 2019.

If you have any interest in getting involved with this event please fell free to contact any of the Kentucky Angus Association Board of Directors and we will make sure that your talents are put to good use!

Here’s to a fantastic March!

Enter for your chance to win this Toyota Tundra!

RAFFLE TICKETS - $100 EACH Sponsored by the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Foundation, we are selling raffle tickets for the truck pictured above. The drawing will be held July 20th during the 2019 National Junior Angus Show in Louisville, hosted by Kentucky Angus Association and Kentucky Junior Angus Association.

All proceeds go to the Kentucky Angus Association to benefit the 2019 National Junior Angus Show.

TICKETS MAY BE PURCHASED: • Online at www.kentuckyangus.org with a credit card or PayPal account • By contacting Gil Cowles, 2019 NJAS Finance Chair, 270.791.3526 or pleasanthillfarms@insightbb.com

Gil Ray Cowles

to subscribe to email updates, please contact us at kyangusassociation@gmail.com

@KyAngusAssoc

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LIMOUSIN

Breeders of the Bluegrass

B.F. Evans Cattle Company Byron Evans

P.O. Box 1509 599 Ray Allen Lane Versailles, KY 40383 Byron 859-509-8046 Rose Ann 270-543-1960 bfevanscattlecompany@gmail.com byron.evans59@yahoo.com

Fullblood & Purebred Embryos & Semen Stephen: 270-799-8685 760 Emily Court Bowling Green, KY 42101

achhlimousin@insightbb.com Facebook: ACHH Limousin

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CUMMINS POLLED LIMOUSIN David & Donald P. Cummins 4312 Willow-Lenoxburg Rd. Foster, KY 41043 David 606-747-5886 (C) 606.782.7003 Email: cumminsd@windstream.net

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GS LAND & C AT T Daniel Gettings

Elbow Bend & Center Point Rd. Tompkinsville, KY 42167

(270) 487-9454 or (270) 202-7755 “Registered Limousin - LimFlex - Angus Genetics”

Greg Blaydes 859-338-9402 James Hicks 859-227-0490

1225 E. Leestown Rd. Midway, KY 40347

Ri c c i R o l a nD Ricci & Brenda Roland 423 Lebus Lane Cynthiana, KY 41031 859-234-3986 • 859-234-7344 rolandlimousin@earthlink.net

Allen & Jon Anderson 260 Henderson Rd. Eubank, KY 42567 Allen: 606-872-8072 Jon: 606-305-8859

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Donald & Mary Ann Wenzel

994 Airport Road • Falmouth, KY 41040 TOMORROW’S REGISTERED WHITE ANGUS TODAY!

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(859) 654-3612 • (859) 322-0752 maryawenz@aol.com

ING OAKS FARM

Terry W. McPhetridge 606-843-6903 Cell: 606-524-9241

1645 Winding Blade Rd. East Bernstadt, KY 40729

LBB Buck’s Limousin Farm

“The Best Kept Secret in Eastern Kentucky” John Buck: (606) 474-7451 • (606) 922-8174 2494 South St. Hwy. 7, Grayson, KY. 41143 johnbuck474@windstream.net “cattle for sale - private treaty”

Tom & Chris Daniel 5171 Camargo-Levee Rd. • Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 859-498-0030 859-585-1785 859-585-8388 “Your source of purebred homopolled/homoblack.”

Bob Minerich, 859-582-6888 2003 Barnes Mill Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 minegwen@aol.com “Cattle for sale private treaty”

Triple K Limousin Paul & Brad Kidd

8254 HWY 711 West Liberty, KY 41472 606-743-7349 606-738-9493 606-495-6396

Foundation Sale V October 5, 2019 United Producers, Bowling Green, KY Selling FULLBLOOD & PUREBRED LIMOUSIN Genetics For info call: A C H Holdings, LLC Stephen Haynes 270-799-8685

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HEALTH PROTOCOL FOR MAXIMUM PROFITS WITH CATTLE John Cothren In the cow/calf business, fall profits depend heavily on decisions producers make in the spring for both cows and calves. Keeping calves healthy and prepared for top marketing programs, as well as getting cows rebred, are universal keys to ranching success. Here are seven springtime management suggestions that will provide reproductive protection through breeding and gestation, plus build strong calf immunity to maximize their growth potential and be immunologically prepared to transition to the feedlot in the fall.

1.

Work with your veterinarian to build a health protocol specific to your herd. Your veterinarian is the best resource you have to identify the pathogens and disease challenges that are most important in your area. Vaccinations for cows should be focused on optimizing conception and preventing abortion, while prevention of respiratory disease is the most important element of calf vaccinations.

2. Vaccinate cows in the spring whenever possible. Three to six

weeks before breeding is the ideal time to vaccinate cows for maximum reproductive protection. The focus is to protect against reproductive pathogens that can interfere with conception or trigger abortions.

And don’t forget to include trichomoniasis testing for bulls in your health protocol. There are no vaccines for trichomoniasis, so testing is the best option available.

3. Vaccinate calves for respiratory protection with a target on fall marketing health programs. Spring is often our first opportunity to prime the calf’s immune system so they rapidly respond to weaning vaccinations. The viruses of concern that need to be included in a vaccination program are Infectious Bovine Rhinotracheitis (IBR), Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) and Bovine Respiratory Syncytial Virus (BRSV). The most prominent players for bacterial pneumonia are Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida. Use intranasal vaccines in calves

younger than five months of age.

Intranasal vaccines also are less stressful on the young calf than vaccines given under the skin and escape interference from maternal antibodies in colostrum.

4. Eliminate internal parasites before turnout. There’s no shortage of evidence that shows if parasites are effectively eliminated, the cow will eat more, milk better and produce a heavier calf. Because of documented parasite resistance to ivermectin products, the most effective strategy to control internal parasites should include the active ingredient fenbendazole. Consult with your veterinarian to assist with the diagnosis, treatment and control strategies for internal parasites.

5. Control pinkeye with vaccination and management. Because pinkeye is a significant health problem in many parts of the country, a combination of vaccination and fly control is recommended for complete control. Fly tags in cows and calves can be very helpful in

areas with heavy fly pressure.

6. Consider implanting all calves at branding. Implanting a calf will add 20 to 25 pounds to the weaning weight and an extra $40 in revenue for just a $1.25-perhead investment. Unless a producer has a solid contract for a “natural” program that guarantees a premium of $40 or more, implants should be part of his spring turnout program for all calves older than one month of age.

After you have taken the steps to ensure optimal calf health, be sure to document the products and practices you have used. A signed certificate, especially one signed by your veterinarian, will add value to your calves. Documentation should comprise of vaccination, parasite control and other treatments, including the product, what it’s for and the date applied. Print a copy to accompany the calves when they go to market. Buyers pay $15 to $35 more per head for calves with that kind of documented health history.

MARKET REPORT

SOUTHEAST FEEDER CATTLE PRICES 15 FEBRUARY 2019 STEER weights

HEIFER

Alabama

Arkansas

Florida

Georgia

Louisiana/ Mississippi

Kentucky/ Tennessee

9-10

121-127

121-127

117-123

120-126

122-128

125-131

8-9

127-135

125-133

122-130

125-133

127-135

134-142

Alabama

Arkansas

Florida

Georgia

Louisiana/ Mississippi

Kentucky/ Tennessee

7-8

131-139

136-144

127-135

130-138

131-139

136-144

120-128

122-130

116-124

119-127

121-129

123-131

6-7

143-153

148-158

138-148

139-149

145-155

142-152

124-134

128-138

121-131

124-134

125-135

125-135

5-6

155-167

160-172

153-165

156-168

156-168

155-167

131-143

136-148

126-138

131-143

133-145

132-144

4-5

167-181

178-192

166-180

168-182

166-180

166-180

138-152

146-160

138-152

136-150

141-155

136-150

COWS weights

Alabama

Arkansas

Florida

Georgia

Louisiana/ Mississippi

Kentucky/ Tennessee

UTIL

54-61

48-55

48-55

55-62

51-58

49-56

CN/CUT

45-52

44-51

45-52

47-54

45-52

44-51

BULLS

74-82

70-78

69-77

76-84

80-88

70-78

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MONTHLY MARKET BEEF UPDATE!

Feeder cattle traded uneven for the week, from $2 higher to $2 lower. Calves traded in a wide range from steady to $5 higher.

Market cows were steady to $3 higher.

-Troy Applehans

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS General March 1-3 Kentucky Farm Bureau Beef Expo, Louisville, KY March 9 36th Annual Fayette County Farm Bureau Farm Equipment Consignment Auction, Lexington, KY (pg.

75) March 22 Woodford Feed Company Mineral & Animal Health Workshop, Lexington, KY (pg. 26) March 23 McCormick Auction, Salt Lick, KY (pg. 101) March 25-30 Hinton Mills Cattle Health Days (pg. 17) March 28 Eden Shale Farm Winter Feeding Field Day, Owenton, KY (pg. 112) Angus March 2 Bo Pat Farms 24th Annual Bulls & More Sale, Bradford, TN March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo - Kentucky Angus Sweepstakes Sale, Louisville, KY March 4 Stone Gate Farms Annual Production Sale, Flemingsburg, KY (pg. 4) March 8 Smithfield Angus 23rd Annual Bull & Female Sale, Russell Springs, KY, (pg. 11) March 16 Circle A Angus Ranch Spring Bull & Heifer Sale, Iberia, MO, (pg. 40) March 23 Whitestone Farm 26th Annual Angus Bull & Female Sale, Aldie, VA March 25 Oak Hollow First Choice Bull Sale, Smiths Grove, KY (pg. 5) March 26 St. Clair Farms 10th Annual Bull & Female Sale, Falls of Rough, KY (pg. 13) March 30 Cardinal Hill Farms 2nd Annual Production Sale, Glasgow, KY (pg. 35) April 5 Grass Time Partners 18th Annual Angus Bull & Female Sale, Mount Sterling, KY (pg. 51) April 6 30th Annual Angus Opportunity Sale, Canmer, KY (pg. 39) April 6 Grassy Valley Angus 26th Annual Bull & Female Sale, Greenville, TN (pg. 43) April 6 Shoopman Valley Angus Production Sale, Paris, KY (pg. 68) April 13 Branch View Angus Sale, Hustonville, KY (pg. 128) April 13 Crazy K Ranch 6th Annual Sale, Michie, TN (pg.

97) May 5 Bridgeview Angus 2019 Sale, Stamping Ground, KY (pg. 87) Charolais March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo - Kentucky Charolais Show & Sale, Louisville, KY April 6 DeBrucycker Charolais Top Bulls Sell (pg. 2) April 13 Amburgey Charolais Farm Annual Bull & Female Sale, Mount Sterling, KY (pg. 10) Gelbvieh March 1-2 Kentucky Beef Expo Gelbvieh/Balancer Show & Sale, Louisville, KY March 30 Bluegrass Gelbvieh Invitational Bull & Female Sale, Mt. Sterling, KY (pg. 54) April 5 J & D Kerstiens Gelbvieh Auction, Huntingburg, IN (pg. 91) April 20 SoKY Select Gelbvieh Sale, Bowling Green, KY (pg.

81)

Multi-Breed March 2 Arkansas Bull & Female Sale, Hope, AR March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo Pen Heifer Sale, Louisville, KY March 9 Boyd Beef Cattle Angus & Hereford Bull Sale, Mays Lick, KY, (pg. 65) March 9 Red Reward Bull & Female Sale, Humansville, MO, (pg. 96) March 9 Union Co. Cattlemen’s 17th Annual Bull Sale, Sturgis, KY (pg. 60) March 16 Red Hill Farms More Than a Bull Sale, Lafayette, TN (pg. 19) March 16 Spring Spectacular Sale, Lexington, KY (pg. 42) March 16 Waukaru The Gathering 2019 Sale, Rensselaer, IN (pg. 31) March 20 CPH Sale, Lexington, KY March 22 Liberty Belles Sale, Liberty, KY (pg. 84) March 23 Candy Meadow Farms Bull & Female Sale, Lexington, TN (pg. 41) March 23 The Clear Choice Bull Sale, Milan, IN (pg. 100) March 23 Deer Valley Farm Spring Bull Sale, Fayetteville, TN, (pg. 64) March 23 Genetic Adavantage Bull Sale, Paris, KY (pg. 95) March 23 South Missouri Bull Sale, Carthage, MO (pg. 96) March 23 White Farm Profit thru Performance Sale, Lexington, KY (pg. 27) April 6 Bulls of the Bluegrass Sale, Lexington, KY (pg. 33 & 103) April 6 Burns Farms Annual Female Event & Spring Bull Sale, Pikeville, TN April 6 Laurel County Cattlemen’s 7th Annual Commercial Open Heifer Sale, London, KY (pg. 14) April 9 Gerber Land & Cattle The Right Kind Sale, Richmond, IN (pg. 37) April 13 Knoll Crest Farm 49th Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, VA (pg. 9) April 25 CPH Sale, Owensboro, KY April 27 Pleasant Hill Farms Building for the Future Spring Production Sale, Rockfield, KY (pg. 3) May 11 Middle Tennessee Gelbvieh/Angus Invitational, Centerville, TN May 21 West Kentucky Select Bred Heifer Sale, Guthrie, KY (pg. 79) May 25 Heritage Farm Spring Production Sale, Shelbyville, KY (pg. 83) June 19 CPH Sale, Lexington, KY June 26 CPH Sale, Springfield, KY August 8 CPH Sale, Owensboro, KY December 5 CPH Sale, Owensboro, KY Red Angus March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo Red Angus Sale, Louisville, KY April 6 Andras Red Angus Bull Sale, Manchester, IL (pg. 44) April 6 Southeast Red Angus Association Grasstime Auction, Cullman, AL (pg. 11) Red Poll March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo Red Poll Sale, Louisville, KY Shorthorn March 2 Kentucky Beef Expo - Kentucky National Shorthorn Show & Sale, Louisville, KY

Hereford March 1-3 Kentucky Beef Expo - Kentucky National Hereford Show & Sale, Lousiville, KY March 9 Matheny Herefords The Cattleman’s Kind Sale, Mays Lick, KY April 20 Clifford Farms & Guests Hereford Production Sale, Mount Sterling, KY (pg. 75) April 27 Middle Tennessee Hereford Association Annual Sale, Cross Plains, TN (pg. 39) May 9 Kentucky Hereford Influence Sale, Stanford, KY

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AD INDEX ABS Global..........................................57 ADM Nutrition...................................53 AgriLabs........................................63 Alltech........................................21 Amburgey Charolais Farm..............10 Andras Stock Farm............................44 Blue Grass Stockyards.......................42 Boehringer Ingelheim.................48, 49 Boyd Beef Cattle................................65 Branch View Angus....................87, 128 Bridgeview Angus Farm...................75 Brown Farm For Sale........................13 Buckner & Jeffries Angus Farm........39 Burkmann Nutrition.........................82 Burns Farms......................................15 Bush Realty........................................24 Byron Seeds.......................................35 Candy Meadow Farms.......................41 Cardinal Hill Farms...........................35 Cargill..............................................8, 69 Casey County Cattlemen’s Assoc.....84 Caudill Seed........................................73 Central Farm Supply......47, 87, 93, 105 Chambliss.......................................107 Circle A Angus...................................40 Clear Water Simmentals................100 Clifford Farms...................................75 CPH 45..............................................104 Crazy K Ranch...................................97 DeBruycker Charolais.........................2 Deer Valley Farm............................64 Dievert Sales Sevice..........................54 DP Sales Management.......................33 Duracast.......................................87 Elanco................................................23 Fayette Co. Farm Bureau....................75 Fogaly’s Feed and Pet........................107 Four Kings Angus.................................4 Gallagher.........................................77 Genetic Advantage Sale.....................95 Gerber Land & Cattle........................37 Glenview Farms.................................24 Grass Time Partners..........................51 Grassy Valley Angus.........................43 Green River Fence..............................75 Hayes Trailer Sales.............................91 Heritage Farm....................................83 Hinton Mills........................................17 J & D Kerstiens..................................91 JMS Polled Herefords........................67

John Dee re.........................................55 Kentucky Angus Assoc.......120, 121 Kentucky Charolais Assoc..........116 Kentucky Dept. of Agriculture...24 Kentucky Gelbvieh Assoc..........118 Kentucky Hereford Assoc..........119 Kentucky Salers Assoc..............125 Kentucky Simmental Assoc.......114 Knoll Crest Farms..........................9 Kuhn...........................................92 Kuhn Knight..............................127 Laurel Co. Cattlemen’s Assoc......14 Limousin Breeders....................122 McBurney’s Livestock................32 McCormick Land & Auction Co..101 Micro Technologies...................59 Middle TN Hereford Assoc.......39 Mid South Ag..............................107 No Bull Enterprises......................75 Oak Hollow.....................................5 Pasture Management Systems..85 Pennington Seed..........................61 P.H. White....................................45 Pleasant Hill Farms.......................3 Priefert.........................................46 Reality Farms...............................91 Red Barn and Associates............44 Red Hill Farms.............................19 Rural King....................................71 SeedstockPlus............................96 Shoopman Valley Angus...........68 Slaughter Sale Management..55, 81 Smithland Angus.........................11 Solid Rock Angus...........................7 Southeast Red Angus Assoc.....11 St. Catherine Farm.....................83 St. Clair Farms..............................13 Stone Gate Farms........................4 Tucker Stock Farms....................54 Union Co. Cattlemens Assoc......60 Walters Buildings........................41 Waukaru......................................31 Wayward Hills Farm.................103 West Kentucky Bred Heifer Sale..79 White Farm..................................27 Woodford Feed Company............26 Y-Tex.........................................89 Zoetis..........................................99

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J & D KERSTIENS GELBVIEH AUCTION ON APRIL 6, 2019. VIEWING APRIL 5 (12PM-4PM ET) & APRIL 6 (9AM TILL AUCTION AT 1PM) FALL 2017 BULLS FOR SALE REGISTERED GELBVIEH/ANGUS BALANCER BULLS. HOMO BLACK AND BLACK. BREEDING SOUNDNESS EVALUATION. BVD AND SEMEN TESTED. CALVING EASE EPDS. HUNTINGBURG, IN J&D KERSTIENS 812-482-2688 OR DUANE CASSIDY AT 812-661-8005 SIM/ANGUS BULLS 19 MONTHS OLD. HEIFER ACCEPTABLE WITH HIGH GROWTH EPD’S. EXCELLENT COMBINATION FOR PROFIT. 502-604-1757 OR 502-839-6651

TO PLACE AN AD CALL (859) 278-0899 - $15 FOR 4 LINES AND $5 FOR EACH ADDITIONAL LINE SORTING POLES - PADDLES - FLAGS POLES WITH YOUR 8” DECAL. $6.20 EACH PER 50. SORTING FLAG, $10.50. SORTING PADDLES $9.

KERNDT LIVESTOCK PRODUCTS 800-207-3115 FOR SALE: BLACK POLLED BALANCER BULLS 2 YEARS OLD. ALSO SELLING SQUEEZE CHUTE WITH AUTOMATIC HEADGATE, PAL. CAGE, AND A NEW FLOOR. 270-772-0939 18 MONTH OLD ANGUS BULLS FROM SKEAN ANGUS. WILL SELL @ FARMERS REGIONAL LIVESTOCK MARKET; GLASGOW, KY ON APRIL 8, 2019 @ 12 PM BVD PI FREE, VET CHECKED, GENOMIC TESTED. SEE BULLS @ WWW.SKEANANGUS.COM OR CALL TIM SKEAN @ 270.535.4123 OR RYNE TOWE @ 270.590.4752

Cow Country Classifieds FOUNDATION SALE V OCTOBER 5, 2019 UNITED PRODUCERS, BOWLING GREEN, KY SELLING FULLBLOOD & PUREBRED LIMOUSIN GENETICS, FOR INFO CALL : A C H HOLDINGS, LLC STEPHEN HAYNES 270-799-8685

OVER 25 BREEDING AGE HEREFORD BULLS FOR SALE OVER 60 YEARS OF LINE 1 HEREFORD GENETICS. ALSO SELLING 30 HEIFERS. CHAMBLISS HEREFORD FARMS. 270-668-7126

SALER & OPTIMIZER BULLS AVAILABLE WILLIS FARMS. CALL MATT CRAIG (502) 604-0821

ToREGISTERED place aGELBVIEH Classified call 859/278-0899 $15 for& COMMERCIAL, 4 lines and $5 for each additional line BULLS & HEIFERS FOR ANGUS BULLS: REGISTERED SALE LOCATED IN SMITHS GROVE, KY CONTACT TRENT JONES, 270-590-5266

GREAT EPD’S & GENETICS. NICE SELECTION. RAND ANGUS FARMS. MILTON, KY 502-639-4085 OR 502-552-1164

Lost Bridge RED ANGUS FOR SALE- BULLS: YEARLINGS AND HELP Cattle Company 2-YEAR-OLDS. OPEN HEIFERS.

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Pay starting ANGUS HEIFERS at $10/hour for honest part Looking COMMERCIAL, SOMEdependable GREAT GENETICS. Livestock Hauling CATTLE PRODUCTION RAND ANGUSto FARMS. KY beef at time personnel help MILTON, promote SALE 502-639-4085 OR 502-552-1164 REGISTERED BLACK SIMMENTAL BULLS Indiana the Kentucky Expo Center in Louisville, EXCELLENT EPD’S. SEMEN TESTED. DELIVERY Registered Bulls - Bred Heifers - Open Heifers KY. Currently for REGISTERED taking HORNED applications AND POLLED HEREFORD Kentucky AVAILABLE. MAXIMIZE YOUR PROFIT WITH BREEDING STOCK cashiers, food prep and cooks.

PROVEN PERFORMANCE. ALL BULLS QUALIFY Sale Location: SEE Maxine MIDDLE TNBracken HEREFORDAt ASSN’S AD ON PG. 39 Ohio March 11, 2017 FOR NEW CAIP COST-SHARE. ADAM WHEATLEY Contact Kentucky Eva Hawes FOR MORE INFO. SEE YOUR ADTime HERE! 502-349-2665 Ag Expo Building Cattlemen’s Association food service.

Sale Tennessee Morgantown Phone #502-773-3702 orBULLS REGISTERED POLLED HEREFORD 1:00 p.m.

CST CATTLEMEN JOHN DEERE 5603 4WD CAB- LDR - $39,000 CityREACH Park OVER 10,600 513-678-1042 MUNDAY’S FARM, COST-SHARE QUALIFIED. LOW email maxinebracken@gmail.com JOHN DEERE 7410 2WD CAB - $28,000 Morgantown, KY CALVING WEIGHTS. EPD RECORDS. READY FOR EACH MONTH. ADS AS LOW AS $15 with a resume.

CASE 120 MXGries - 4WD- LDR - $30,000 Ryan SERVICE. MUNDAY’S FARM. CALL ANNE & M.J. SHOW HEIFER PROSPECTS. CONTACT: JOHNNIE CUNDIFF 606-305-6443 OR 606-871-7438

KNIGHT 1140 MANURE SPREADER - $11,500 KNIGHT 8118 MANURE SPREADER - $12,500 ERFORMANCE STOLTZFUSTESTED SPREADERSPUREBRED STARTING AT $13,000 FARMCO FEEDERFOR WAGONS - $3,500 ANGUS BULLS SALE GEHL 8285 FEEDER WAGON - $6,500 all 270/202-7186 for more info or GREAT PLAINS DRILLS STARTING AT $10,000 eck out www.oakhollowangus.com WWW.REDBARNANDASDOCIATES.COM CHARLIE: 859-608-9745 for CALL current availability.

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• Free Delivery HEREFORD BULLS ACH Holdings - Haynes Farms CONTACT JACOB REDWAY Four Winds Farm Low birth weight and high growth.

Fullblood & Purebred Embryos & REGISTERED ANGUS BULLS FOR SALE 18 - 20 MONTHS OLD. 606-787-7307 New Castle, KY BSE Tested. 18 months old.

Semen Stephen Haynes - 270-799-8685 Sweet T Farm.

859-684-1509 859-278-0899 REGISTERED GELBVIEH BULLS 760 Emily Court 6 registered Gelbvieh bulls. Passed Bowling Green, KY 42101 ANGUS & CHAROLAIS BULLS BSE. Ready for service. 14-20 www.achhlimousin.com Compliance quality Angus & achhlimousin@twc.com months old. Calving ease, low birth harolais bulls for lease. Starting at 25 BLACK-CROSS HEIFERS weight, docile bulls. Starting price at 350. McCrory Farms, Benton, KY Facebook: ACHH LIMOUSIN Calves by side. Some calves $2,250. Trent Jones.

COMPREHENSIVE NUTRIENT 270-527-3767 weighing up to 300-400 lbs.

MANAGEMENT PLANS (CNMPs) 270-590-5266 FOR SALE 859-481-5143 CHAROLAIS BULLS FOR SALE Financial assistance available all yearling Polled Hereford bulls SIMMENTAL BULLS FOR SALE through NRCS EQIP or Ky Div of Harmon Charolais 812-738-7958 Good selection. Low birthweight, Black and polled. 18 months-2 Performance tested All Breeds Bulls Conservation RCPP. Ben Koostra, medium frame. year olds. Semen checked. $2,500 Lexington, KY - NRCS Technical http://www.ansc.purdue.edu/ibep/ JMS Polled Herefords, WILLIS FARMS Willis DIAMOND J SALERS STRINGER FARMS Service Provider - 859-559-4662 Bowling Green,• Danny KY 270-529-9215 812-279-8554 Knifley, KY 270-465-6984 964 Johnson Rd • Frankfort, KY 40601 Donald Johnson Bruce Stringer RED ANGUS FOR SALE LIME-LITTER-FERTILIZER SPREADERS 502-803-5011 REGISTERED ANGUS BULLS SORTING POLES-PADDLES-FLAGS • drwc21@aol.com 11660 N. Hwy 1247 • Eubank, KY 42564 128 Teresa Avenue Somerset, KY 42501 2 Year Olds, In Stock Stoltzfus Brand John Deere MattBulls: Poles with your 8” decal. $5.70 18 months. Vet Checked. $2,000. 606-379-1558 Craig, Yearlings Farm Mgr. and 502-604-0821 606-875-3553 Open and Bred Heifers Skean Angus, Alvaton, KY 6400 - cab loader -wd ach per 50. Sorting flags, $10.50.

Contact: Johnnie Cundiff www.redbarnandassociates.com rting paddles $9. Kerndt Livestock 270-535-4123. Call Tim or see 606-305-6443 or 606-871-7438 Charlie: 859-608-9745 Products.

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PVAP - A NEW PROGRAM OFFERED BY UK AND KBN KEVIN LAURENT University of Kentucky

What is PVAP? There is a new program, beginning this year, aimed at Kentucky cow-calf producers who have never marketed weaned calves or who have never retained ownership in the feedlot.

The program is called the Post Weaning Valued Added Program or PVAP for short. This program is being offered through support of a grant from the Kentucky Agricultural Development Fund and will be administered by University of Kentucky and the Kentucky Beef Network. The objective of PVAP is to encourage cow-calf producers to retain ownership and capture added value from their investment in beef cattle genetics, facilities and improved management through diversified marketing strategies. Two options will be offered: PRECONDITION-PVAP which is an on farm preconditioning program that prepares calves for the feedlot and FEEDLOT-PVAP - which allows producers to send cattle to the feedlot for evaluation of performance and carcass merit.

Justification: Demand for weaned calves is growing and the cattle market is placing more emphasis on calves with a known management history. The overwhelming majority of calves in KY are weaned on the trailer in route to the local sale barn. Research has shown that calves preconditioned through programs such as the CPH-45 experience a 74% reduction in sickness and death loss making them more valuable to buyers.

By weaning and preconditioning calves on the farm in KY, producers can not only potentially capture a premium at the sale barn, but also add more weight to calves prior to marketing. Summary data from UK and the Kentucky Department of Agriculture have consistently shown positive net returns for participating in CPH-45 sales. Additionally, the quality of KY cattle has improved tremendously over the last 15 years. Progressive producers may also be able to capture more added value and a greater return on

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their investment in genetics by owning their cattle through the feedlot phase.

This will also provide an opportunity for cow-calf producers to gain valuable feedlot and carcass data on their herds.

Option 1 - PRECONDITION-PVAP (ownership retained post weaning, preconditioned and sold in KY) Program Eligibility: • For home raised weaned calves retained on the farm for 45-120 days prior to marketing • Only producers who have never weaned and preconditioned calves on the farm are eligible.

• Producers may only participate in the program one time.

Program Structure: • Potential producers will be identified by the local UK ANR agent or KBN facilitator.

• Step 1 - Site visit by the UK ANR Agent or KBN facilitator and UK Specialist to inspect facilities to determine the suitability of weaning pen, on farm feed storage, etc. This visit will also entail planning the weaning process and designing a proper feeding program.

• Step 2 – Work, weigh and wean the calves using CPH-45 or similar approved protocol. Begin the feeding program. Calves will be graded and valued at this time using current KDA market information.

• Step 3 – Weigh and booster the calves.

Evaluate the feeding program.

• Step 4 – Sell the calves at a recognized preconditioned sale such as CPH-45, Red Tag, Yellow Tag, Farmers’ Elite, etc.

• Step 5 – Complete required paperwork detailing beginning weights, feed and vet costs, and sales receipts. Producers must submit complete paperwork to receive a PVAP-incentive payment.

• Payment will be $30/head (maximum $1,000) for producers completing the program.

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Option 2 - FEEDLOT-PVAP (ownership retained through feedlot phase and sold in Iowa) Program Eligibility: • For home raised calves weaned on the farm using CPH-45 protocol, then enrolled in the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity Cooperative, Lewis, Iowa or similar approved program.

• Only producers who have never retained ownership through a commercial feedlot are eligible.

• Producers may only participate in the program one time.

• Producers cannot participate in both PRECONDITION-PVAP and FEEDLOT-PVAP in the same year.

• An attempt will be made to limit the number of calves an individual producer can enroll to a maximum of 20 head. Exceptions may be made to ensure enough cattle for shipment.

Program Structure: • Potential participants will be identified by the local UK ANR agent or KBN facilitator.

• Step 1 – Orientation meeting conducted by UK Specialists and UK ANR agents for participants.

• Step 2 - Site visit by the UK Specialist, UK ANR Agent or KBN facilitator to evaluate the calves and plan the weaning process and design a proper feeding program.

• Step 3 – Work, weigh, EID tag and wean the calves according to CPH-45 protocol.

• Step 4 – Weigh and booster the calves.

Evaluate the feeding program.

• Step 5 – Deliver calves to central shipping point. Calves will be graded and valued by USDA personnel using current market information prior to shipment to the feedlot.

• Step 6 – Upon harvest of cattle and receiving the final closeouts, a wrap

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up meeting will be held with UK specialists for one on one evaluation and interpretation of each producer’s data.

• A $75/head (maximum $750) PVAPincentive payment for producers completing the program.

Responsibilities: UK Specialists: • Provide two site visits per cooperator.

• Assist in designing the feeding program • Summarize closeouts and report to KADF. • Provide technical support to both UK ANR agents, KBN facilitators and producers.

• Develop educational material based on results.

UK ANR Agents/KBN Facilitators: • Identify cooperators.

• Provide technical support on initial site visits along with subsequent cattle working events.

• Secure portable scales for on farm weights or access to nearby truck scales for group weights.

• Assist cooperators with records and completion of paperwork.

• Producers: • Commit to following recommendations for the feeding and management program.

• Maintain accurate records on costs and sales receipts.

• Complete BQCA certification.

How do you participate? If you are a cowcalf producer interested in participating in PVAP, you should contact your local UK ANR agent or KBN representative.

Funding is limited so the sooner you express interest the better chance you have of being able to participate.

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T I M E LY T I P S F O R M A R C H Spring-Calving Cows • Observe spring-calving cows closely.

Check cows at least twice daily and first-calf heifers more frequently than that. Be ready to assist those not making progress after 1 to 2 hours of hard labor. Chilled calves should be dried and warmed as soon as possible.

• See that each calf gets colostrum within an hour of birth, or administer colostrum (or a commercial colostrum replacement) with an esophageal feeder, if needed.

• Identify calves with eartags and/or tattoos while calves are young and easy to handle and record birthdate and Dam ID. Commercial male calves should be castrated and implanted as soon as possible. Registered calves should be weighed in the first 24 hours.

• Separate cows that have calved and increase their feed. Energy supplementation to cows receiving hay is necessary to prepare them for rebreeding. For example, a 1250 lb cow giving 25 lb/day of milk would

need about 25 lb of fescue hay and 5 lb of concentrate daily to maintain condition. If you need to go from a condition score of 4 to 5, you will need to add about 2 more lb of concentrate.

Cows must be in good condition to conceive early in the upcoming breeding season.

• Watch for calf scours! If scours become a problem, move cows which have not calved to a clean pasture. Be prepared to give fluids to scouring calves that become dehydrated. Consult your veterinarian for advice and send fecal samples to diagnostic lab to determine which drug therapy will be most effective. Try to avoid feeding hay in excessively muddy areas to avoid contamination of the dams’ udders.

• Continue grass tetany prevention. Be sure that the mineral mix contains high levels (~15%) of magnesium and that cows consume adequate amounts.

You can feed the UK Beef IRM High Magnesium mineral.

• Plan to vaccinate calves for clostridial

diseases (Blackleg, Malignant Edema) as soon as possible. You might choose to do this at the prebreeding working in late April or early May. • Obtain yearling measurements on bulls and heifers this month (weight, height, pelvic area, scrotal circumference, ultrasound data, etc.) if needed for special sales. Heifers should be on target to be cycling by the start of the breeding season.

• Prepare bulls for the breeding season. Increase feed if necessary to have bulls in adequate condition for breeding. Obtain Breeding Soundness Evaluation (BSE) on bulls, even if they were checked last breeding season.

• Finalize plans for your spring breeding program. Purchase new bulls at least 30 days before the breeding.

Order semen now, if using artificial insemination.

Fall-Calving Cows • Bull(s) should be away from the cows now!

• Plan to pregnancy check cows soon.

You can also blood test for pregnancy as early as 30 days after bull removal.

• Creep feed calves with grain, byproducts or high quality forage. Calves

will not make satisfactory gains on the dam’s milk alone after about 4 mos. of age – since there isn’t much pasture in March, fall calves need supplemental nutrition. Consider creep grazing on wheat pasture, if available. Calves can also be early-weaned. At the best least, be sure that feed bunks are low enough that calves can eat with the cows.

• Calves intended for feeders should be implanted.

• Consider adding weight and selling your fall calves as “heavy” feeder calves. Keep them gaining!

General • Repair fences, equipment and handling facilities.

• If you have a dry, sunny day, use chain-link harrow to spread manure in areas where cattle have overwintered.

This may be done in conjunction with renovation.

• Renovation and fertilization of pastures should be completed.

• Start thistle control. They can be a severe problem in Kentucky pastures.

Chemical control must be done early to be effective.

• Watch for lice and treat if needed.

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250 Females sell 175 commercials 75 registered

Largest Angus Sale in Kentucky April 13, 2019 • Hustonville, KY

SELLING: 100 Bulls • 75 Females • 175 Commercial Females 8001 | Reg# 19246147 Calving ease son of the $350,000 HA Cowboy Up 5405. 8001 recorded a WW ratio of 108 and shows top 1% WW, YW, $F, 10% $W. Dam maintains a calving interval of 3/353 with progeny ratios of WW 2/115, YW 1/118, IMF 1/104, and RE 1/129.

EPD % Rank

CED

7 45

BW

1.9 65

WW

81 1

YW

142 1

CW

60 10

RE

$W

$F

$B

0.64 68.91 114.39 142.91 30 10 1 25

7603 | Reg# 19162288 Double digit calving ease son of the high growth Genex sire, S Whitlock 179. 7603’s powerful EPD profile is summarized with top 2% $F, 4% $W, and 5% $B. 7603 recorded performance ratios of WW 102, YW 118, RE 110. Dam maintains a calving interval of 5/378 with progeny ratios of WW 3/110, YW 3/115, RE 3/111.

EPD % Rank

CED

11 15

BW

1.2 45

WW

75 3

YW

134 2

CW

68 2

RE

$W

$F

$B

0.80 72.88 108.46 171.09 15 4 2 5

7560 | Reg# 19162240 Son of the popular Select Sires bull, GAR Sunrise. 7560 achieved a 767 WW, 3.65 ADG to arrive at a 1,324 YW. Impressive EPD profile with top 1% WW, YW, $W, 2% $B, 4% $F. Dam shows progeny ratios on two calves of: WW 116, YW 114, and RE 101.

EPD % Rank

CED

1 90

BW

4.5 90

WW

81 1

YW

139 1

CW

80 1

RE

$W

$F

$B

1.08 80.06 101.19 181.44 2 1 4 2

8008 | Reg# 19246176 No holes son out of the great Basin Lucy 262S out of the $350,000 HA Cowboy Up 5405. 8008 will add pounds to your calf crop and leave great daughters. He shows top 5% WW, 10% YW, $F, $B. 262S shows progeny ratios of BW 5/97, WW 5/104, YW 5/103, IMF 65/103, RE 65/103, Fat 65/100.

EPD % Rank

CED

2 85

BW

3.6 90

WW

72 5

YW

122 10

CW

60 10

RE

$W

$F

$B

0.54 57.92 93.19 167.93 45 25 10 10

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