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e’re glad you’ve decided to celebrate this year with us, as we look into the future of agricultural advances along with looking back at the decades of change and development of the Ag Expo itself. We’re still putting food on plates and feed into bins pretty much the same way we did 33 years ago, but in the subtleties, we’ve made a lot of progress: Look at the way technology has made it more efficient to farm and ranch, with cell phones, high speed internet, GPS and data trackers – even programmable tractors. We can even move our pivot sprinklers without leaving the house. Increased attention to genetics has encouraged more informed breeding choices for livestock. Refinements to chemicals, improved soil science, and a better understanding of organics have brought healthier solutions for pest and weed control. Farmers markets and CSAs are increasingly popular. Our understanding of sustainability has become more sophisticated – all to the betterment of the humans and livestock we feed. Above all, agriculture has moved in these years from the background business the public took for granted to the forefront of public attention and appreciation. As for the Four States Ag Expo, what began 33 years ago as a marketing exercise for San Juan Vo-Tech students has evolved into the show you see today, promoting the complex business of agriculture with a generous offering of commercial and non-profit vendors, broad array of agricultural demonstrations and displays, and wide choice of activities to satisfy participant and observer alike. We couldn’t have been so successful without the dedicated support of our sponsors and board members or the loyalty of our vendors – and there wouldn’t be much point to putting on our show at all without you, our visitors. So we appreciate everyone who contributes to the ongoing success of the Four States Ag Expo. We have something for everyone this year. But most importantly, come out and support agriculture and your local producers. We hope you all enjoy the event.
– D. Keith Echols, President, Four States Ag Expo
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Expo includes variety of demos and interactive events The largest part of the Four States Agricultural Exposition is the vendors. Our vendors come not only from the four states area, but all across the western United States. These vendors offer up-to-date technology, products and services to improve your operation, for everything from small gardening to large farming and ranching operations. Our vendors also include a variety of services,
from insurance, banking, heating and keeping your home safe, to feeding your farm animals with the best quality of nutrition. They provide the education, knowledge, and hands-on skills you need to get the best bang for your buck. Many of our vendors – indoors and outdoors – will provide demos and interactive activities for all ages during the three days of the event. – Radiance Beals, event coordinator
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Helping hands are appreciated The Four States Ag Expo would like to acknowledge and thank every volunteer who helps make the show run smoothly. Volunteers offer their time, products and service each year to help the Expo provide three very eventful days. The Four States Ag Expo has been in Montezuma County for 33 years now, and it offers a huge venue for agriculture to the community and the surrounding Four Corners area. Without volunteers, we wouldn’t be able to offer that to the public, farmers and ranchers in the area. We extend the invitation to anyone who would like to help: There is always a place for everyone. – Radiance Beals 2015 Four States Agricultural Exposition •
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Stockman says ‘I love the ranching lifestyle’ By Rachel Segura
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urt Pate is no stranger to the Four Corners. He has presented at the Four States Ag Expo a few times, and considers this one of his favorite areas for culture, food and meeting up with old friends. Since Cortez is so rich in agricultural diversity, Pate is always excited to visit. “I love the ranching lifestyle,” Pate said. “I’m proud to present that to the public.” Pate will be offering stockmanship and horsemanship demonstrations from Thursday, March 19, to Saturday, March 21. Friday he will host free clinics all day, where riders can bring in their horses or cattle and seek help on a variety of issues.
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Friday and Saturday are reserved for the livestock clinic, where Pate will be demonstrating his expertise in the area of livestock handling. “I’m always doing new things,” Pate said. “I try to stay fresh and present new information. I like to think I get a little better working with cattle and also teaching the public about working cattle.” Pate grew up in Montana, where he still ranches today. He also has property in South Dakota. Growing up around great stockman inspired him to also become a great stockman. Working with horses from a young age got him thinking about applying those same techniques to cattle. “Being around horses I would think, ‘If
this stuff works well with horses, why not a cow?’ ” Pate said. “Going from working horses to cattle, I had to seek out some good people to work with.” When it comes to handling livestock, Pate said there is one thing he is adamant about right now: pressure. Over the years in his own training, the pressure applied to an animal is a main focus for his teachings. Proper pressure is what will separate what cattlemen are doing right or wrong. “When pressure to the animal is applied at the right time – without abuse or aggression – and it’s taken off at the right time, you will see better results.” Pate enjoys educating the public and sharing his depth of knowledge. He also
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Bob Olson will be presenting his 40 years of horsemanship experience at the Four States Ag Expo. Olson conducts driving schools in both group and private sessions at his ranch in Black Forest, Colo. He also trains and evaluates horses. Over the expo weekend, Olson will be demonstrating general horsemanship, harness/collar fitting and adjustments, hame fitting and adjustments, hitching and driving single horse and team, safe ground work and round pen. There will be a question and answer period after unhooking. He will be presenting in the Draft Horse Arena all three days. Olson works at building confidence, with the emphasis on safety as a cornerstone, in the hopes of helping the horse avoid becoming the “victim” in the hands of inexperienced owners. Olson has been featured in the Western Horseman, Country, The Draft Horse Journal, and Small Farmers Journal. He has shown in hitch competitions and performed in exhibitions throughout the state. He has also judged driving shows in Colorado and Texas. Olson contends that he is still learning and that horses teach him more nearly every day. enjoys seeing people react to his teachings. Helping ranchers put into words what they have known all along is a good day’s work for Pate. He also loves seeing the many facets of agriculture, such as cattle, goat, and sheep ranchers – and even city folk – come out to community expos to hone their crafts. “This is a great opportunity to work with good horses and cattle,” Pate said. “I always feel that when I am in an area for three or four days that I create good working relationships with these animals. It’s amazing what they can learn in a few days.”
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Trainer helps riders connect with horses By Rachel Segura
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ttending the Four States Agricultural Expo will be a treat for horse training veteran Kelli Paulson. “I’ve rode horses in the mountains around Southwest Colorado, and I love the region. I’m really looking forward to the expo.” Paulson will be demonstrating obstacle training for trail riding as well as various other horse training techniques over the expo weekend, March 19 through 21. On Thursday, Paulson will focus on youth riding and developing groundwork. As a 4-H leader in her hometown, she sees the importance of good riding introduced early. She started saddling up when she was just 5 years old. Horses have always been a passion for her. She never knew why she was so naturally inclined to riding well, until she went to her first horse clinic. “A friend of mine, 13 years ago, took me to a Peter Campbell clinic, and he spoke about connecting the horse’s feet to the reins,” Paulson said. “That’s when it all clicked.” After that, Paulson dove head-first into horse training and applying her wealth of knowledge to the skills she was learning. She strictly rode for two years, familiarizing herself with this new venture. “I started out small with local clinics, focusing on groundwork and basic riding skills,” she said. “It was sink or swim.” Now with more than 30 years of riding experience, her intentions are clear: Set goals, practice them daily, and watch the changes. Her clinics, hosted on Thursday, March 19, and Friday, March 20, are based upon a pyramid system. At the bottom of the pyramid is the importance of good groundwork, round-pen skills, despooking, and in-hand trail work. From there, you expand upon those skills to have a foundation of horsemanship. As riders work their way from that foundation toward other obstacles, the rest is simple: practice, accomplish, succeed. The refining of the relationship between the horse and rider gets better as the training progresses. “I love seeing the changes start to work with
the rider,” Paulson said. “It’s mostly about overcoming fears. I give them the tools to do that. With advanced riders, maybe they just need a little bit of help; but that little bit can be a big change.” Paulson is excited for her first trip to the Four States Ag Expo, as she especially enjoys meeting new horses and riders. She likes to push herself in seeing what she can do for the public. On Saturday, March 21, Paulson will host her popular trail riding challenge that tests riders’ horse handling skills through an obstacle course. Paulson is well known for this course. She says it’s not about winning the challenge, but about recognizing weaknesses and strengths. “The course is important in measuring where you and your horse are at so that when you go home, you know what to work on. It’s important to have goals in your interactions with the horses, otherwise you are just walking around the yard together.” Paulson believes there is good in every horse, but you may have to work a little harder with some. She expects to help anyone who is looking to build their foundation of horseback riding the best way she can. Helping horse and rider get along is a foundation of her teaching. “Making each party happy and confident will help the horse become more confident on trails. Once they can understand what you want from them, they will realize what you’re saying has purpose.”
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Presenter ‘America’s Most Trusted Horseman’ is back By Rachel Segura
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ohn Lyons will return to the Four States Agricultural Exposition on March 19 through 21. Last year, the 32nd annual expo was one of the biggest Cortez has supported. It was Lyons’ first time offering his horseman clinics and demonstrations to eager ranchers and riders. “My overall experience with the expo was great,” Lyons said. “It was fun; there was a lot of diversity; and the facility I was in was perfect for the audience and me. It was run well organizationally, and it wasn’t too crowded.” For 35 years, Lyons has been teaching horse training techniques all over the country. Starting on a cattle ranch, Lyons worked and trained his own horses with simple trial-and-error lessons. Last year was enjoyable for Lyons. He met many horses and riders that he was able to help implement change within the ring. This year, Lyons will be demonstrating an unbroken horse, general problem solving, trail riding problem solving, and starting the babies. “Since it will be springtime, we will demo a mare and her baby to show how to start lead on the baby,” Lyons said. “You want to start the lead with the way you would want to ride them in a nonstressful way.” When preparing for demonstrations, Lyons considers the audience and the area they are riding. In our region, there are plenty of trail riders who are looking for basic principles. Another area he will be focusing on is how riders can get better using safer control tips on the ground, which will make for a more enjoyable experience.
“We want to show people how to enjoy their horse, and how to put the fun back into riding so owners aren’t dealing with the fears and frustrations of it.”
“We want to show people how to enjoy their horse, and how to put the fun back into riding so owners aren’t dealing with the fears and frustrations of it.” Lyons has a very simplistic approach to his teachings. He calls his techniques the “grandmother approach” and quips about horses being compared to children. He describes horse training as an easy way for owners to become flustered as it is with rearing children. The techniques Lyons presents to his audience are easily applicable to other areas of horse training. Lyons is very easygoing with his approach. Often when a person brings their horse in for one purpose, his training goes in a different direction. His humble demeanor is what makes him approachable; and Lyons enjoys sharing his knowledge. “The horse has taught me some important life lessons,” Lyons said. “There is something about hugging, smelling, riding and just being around a horse that takes 100 percent of your concentration.”
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Herding demos show instincts By Rachel Segura
S “Allowing a herding dog to do what it does best will make life easier because they are not so frustrated.” 14 • 2015 Four States Agricultural Exposition
hawna Davis will attend the Four States Agricultural Expo for the fifth year in a row; bringing her expertise and knowledge of herding dogs. This is the first year that Davis will be headlining her own demonstrations and events. “I’m excited about getting to work with new dogs,” Davis said. “That’s the fun part.” Davis will be offering private lessons, available by sign-up, before the event Thursday through Saturday. There will be herding demonstrations with her dog Sayde, on Thursday and Friday from 12 to 1 p.m., and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the main arena. She will also be providing interested dog owners with instinct testing for their own animals at various times throughout the weekend. “Some people have stock dogs that they don’t necessarily want to compete (in herding competitions) but they do want to
see if their dog has a natural instinct and desire to do the work.” Davis is ICE Certified, which stands for Instinct, Connection and Enjoyment. A system defined to help train dogs in a stress-free and fun environment. The instinct tests consist of Davis observing the dog interacting with stock. She will take notice of how the dog approaches stock and moves around the animals. “I’m watching for engagement with the stock, and also the dog being able to move around the stock freely,” Davis said. “That’s an instinctual thing for herding dogs: to flow right along with the herd.” After an instinct test, the next step would be herding lessons. “The hardest part is for owners to learn herding,” Davis said. “Their dog already knows how to hunt, so they just have to learn the rules of the hunt.” There are no breed restrictions or better breeds for the job, when it comes
to herding. Davis has worked with German shepherds, Aussies, Lab-mixes, dachshunds and she’s even seen an English bulldog in full herding mode. All they need is the instinctive reaction when engaging livestock. There are many benefits to having a herd dog, and many different commands to use. They are capable of herding all types of stock in whatever manner is needed. Owners can choose a variety of wording with their commands – whatever is best for the handler. “Allowing a herding dog to do what it does best will make life easier, because they are not so frustrated. We have found that even if a dog only gets to work a couple times a month, they are easier to live with. Herding also helps build confidence in some dogs.” Davis has a love for all animals. She was a horse trainer before entering into the stock dog world in 2007. She lives on a ranch in Ignacio and continues to work with her own dogs, as well as offering private and group lessons all over the Four Corners. “I would really just love for people to bring their dogs out,” Davis said. “Watching dogs become successful about something they (instinctually) know more about than me is always rewarding.”
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othing goes better with animals than kids, and agriculture is the perfect opportunity to pair the two. The 33rd Annual Four States Agricultural Expo features kid-fueled events year-toyear that help to incorporate responsibility, accountability and, of course, fun. Young folks in the Four Corners have much to look forward to at this year’s expo. From toddlers to teenagers, there is an event or a booth to engage all children. 4-H coach Beth Lashell once enjoyed watching her kids raise and present animals in La Plata County. Now, she continues to enjoy a 4-H leadership role with other children in the region. “I still (enjoy coaching 4-H) because of the scholarship opportunities it presents, as well as the livestock evaluation, public speaking and life skills it teaches.” Now a coach for La Plata County, Lashell helps gather livestock, awards and sponsors
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for the events. She also helps with the marketing, registration and logistics of the show. Some children start young – under 10 years old – while others jump on board in their teenage years. Scholarships are a hefty prize for many of the young adults in the region. “For some rural youth, it is like a sport because it takes a lot of time and dedication to succeed,” Lashell said. “Many junior colleges and most of the land grant colleges have livestock judging teams that compete at national contests. Twenty-seven La Plata County youth have received college scholarships for livestock judging since 1993.” The outside officiates for the FFA, 4-H and beef show will be Randell VonKrosigk and his livestock judging team from North Eastern Junior College in Sterling, Colo. The FFA and 4-H competitions will begin on Friday, March 20, with registration at 8 a.m. and the contest beginning at 9 a.m. For the beef show, VonKrosigk and his team will be looking at three classes of beef: market steers, breeding beef and showmanship. Phyllis Snyder, a local rancher, is the organizer for the youth beef
show. She was a 4-H leader for 15 years, before volunteering to organize with the expo. “This show really gives young kids the opportunity to learn what to do to get their animals trained and ready for county fairs,” Snyder said. “Most of these animals are too young for actual market sale. This is sort of practice for the kids.” Snyder said that the kids get judged by their skills in groups of novice, intermediate and advanced. “This way a youth who has been showing for six years doesn’t get grouped in the same age range as a beginner.” Snyder added that the point of any youth interaction at the expo is purely for fun. The expo is a place for children to exercise their agricultural skills and test their knowledge, but still find time to be a kid. The youth beef show will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, March 21. Youths are encouraged to begin signing up as early as 7 a.m. The show will run straight through, with no pauses or scheduled individual times. Children should come prepared with their animal, ready to present.
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C.A.L.F. gives kids ag insight The Children’s Agricultural Learning Facility, or C.A.L.F. program, is giving kids all over the Four Corners an educational insight into various agricultural commodities. “When we think about agriculture, we don’t always think about kids and their involvement,” said Shelby Webster, secretary, volunteer and C.A.L.F. chair for the FSAE board. “I’m excited about the C.A.L.F. program. It really gives kids a reason to be involved (with agriculture).” The stations are conducted in 15 minute increments, and kids are guided through each one by a presenter. Booths at the FSAE will focus on honey production, alfalfa/ grass production, soils, fruit trees and bean production, among many other topics. There will also be goats, chickens, cattle, pigs, turkeys and rabbits for kids to see and touch. The C.A.L.F. program was developed to bridge the gap for kids who aren’t raised in agriculturebased families. This way, all children can have the opportunity to understand and experience where certain commodities come from. – Rachel Segura 2015 Four States Agricultural Exposition •
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Cattle sale is expo tradition
The 7th Annual All Breeds Bull and Heifer sale is the best little sale around. We don’t run hundreds through our sale each year, but we do run quality. At the Four States Ag Expo we have “Seed Stock Row,” where ranchers of the Four Corners area come and display their premium stock, letting others know that you don’t have to travel long distances to buy those bloodlines that will enhance your herd. We have taken this a step further when seven years ago, we wanted an outlet for people to not only buy but to sell this quality stock that we were showcasing. So we started the bull sale, which has proven year after year to bring in the best stock and the best buyers. Why? Because we have the best. The sale will be on Saturday, March 21 at 1 p.m. Drawings and door prizes will be given away during the sale. The auctioneer this year will be Dan Varner from Delta. The variety of breeds and animals vary each year, so come in and check them out. In the barn, there are also fun activities for people who just like to look at these fantastic animals. DC Herefords, MVR Ranch and Greer Ranch are some of the breeders that will be in Seed Stock Row this year. – Radiance Beals
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Recertify for pesticide use The 33rd Annual Four States Agricultural Expo is giving certified pesticide applicators a great opportunity for applicator renewal. On Thursday, March 19, the Colorado Department of Agriculture will have a series of credit courses for anyone interested in renewal. Pesticide-applicator continuing education is required to become recertified. Both private and commercial applicators must earn one or two CDA-required core credits in six different categories. Commercial applicators must earn additional credits for the category they are certified in. The schedule for the continuing credits is as follows: 9:30-10 a.m.: Laws and Regulations 10:15-10:45 a.m.: Public Safety l 11-11:30 a.m.: Applicator Safety l 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m.: Environmental Protection l 12:30-1:30 p.m.: Industrial Right of Way (Category 109 course) l l
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Durango Silver Belles kick up heels By Rachel Segura
“Nothing you can’t bring your kids to. We do several dances, and in between n Saturday, March 21, we sing old, historic Western songs, prepare for a dancing jubilee have a little gun twirling and old-time of femmes fatale as the storytelling.” Durango Silver Belles Saloon Girls There are currently seven saloon and Wild West Variety Show delivers girl dancers, including Harwood, a an entertaining display of wit and young man who specializes in gun merriment. twirling, a gentleman Tracy Harwood is the “We do several who tells Western stories, founder of the Silver a pianist and an emcee. dances, and in Belles. They currently All members wear period have seven dancers, a between we sing clothing authentic to the gunslinger, and a cowboy old Western days. The storyteller. The group has old, historic saloon girl costumes are performed at the Cowboy Western songs, made by the Silver Belles. Poetry Gathering, Harwood says her Railfest and several local have a little favorite part of performing rodeos for nearly three gun twirling is looking out into the years. This will be their audience and seeing first time performing in and old-time grandkids with their Cortez. storytelling.” grandparents light up at “We really want to be the area history the Silver ambassadors for all of Belles are promoting. Southwest Colorado,” Harwood said. “Our music is historic and old, “We want to let the people of Cortez and our older patrons will sometimes know that we are here for any kind of recognize it,” she said. “It makes me event.” happy to see their grandkids enjoying it They will have two performances at as much as they are.” 11:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday. Don’t forget to see the Durango Dressed in vibrant and historical saloon Silver Belles and their Wild West girl attire, the performers will dance variety show on Saturday. Their savvy and jive on the Main Pavilion stage to demeanor and jubilant act will be a Wild West variety show for all. the perfect way to end a weekend of “We are a little edgy, but it is definitely family fun,” Harwood said. agricultural fun.
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Tim Sullivan to perform on Friday, March 20 Tim Sullivan and his Narrow Gauge band will perform on Fri., March 20. Sullivan is an Oklahoma-born singer/songwriter, who began his career as a gospel performer with his seven brothers and sisters at the age of six. He formed his first band as a teenager and moved to Los Angeles after college, to pursue a music career. He currently resides in Durango. Sullivan and the Narrow Gauge band have played all over the Four Corners for parties, events and festivals. His country sound and mellow vocals should make for a relaxing experience after spending a day at the expo.
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Let it grow CICA Republican Women's Club of Montezuma C. Cleary Building Do Terra -Kathy Morgan Cow Bells & Southern Co. Livestock Mesa Verde Remax Mesa Verde Rodenator Jenkins Kitchen Montezuma County Republicans Life by Light Visual Reconstruction Montelores Occupant Protection Program Montezuma weed Montezuma weed The Navigator San Juan Basin Farm Bureau Intelligent Ag Solutions Sunny side Meats: provides USDA inspected, USDA Certified Organic and Not for Sale custom processing 4 Corners Damage Prevention Group Skyline Performance Lighting Durango Cowboy Poetry Gathering Carhart Customs Pleasant Journey Alpacas Quality Irrigation Solutions High altitude ranch panels QLF Stone Sand and Gravel Bow & Arrow Brand IFA IFA IFA Agri - King
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Valley Feed and Ranch Supply Valley Feed and Ranch Supply The Bee Tree Friends of the NRA
1st Southwest Bank Southwest Log Homes Wagner Poudre Valley Co-op Seed Division IFA IFA Stotz Stotz Stotz Stotz Basin Coop Basin Coop Basin Coop High Plains Publishing Empire Electric Hotsy of the four corners Wagner Wagner Wagner Bishop Brothers Info Booth Main Stage Pleasant View PTO
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Sweetwater Jypsie wood fired Pizza The Line Camp Wagner Wagner Montrose Implement & Motorsports D&D Trailers D&D Trailers Dove Creek Imp Dove Creek Imp Stotz Stotz Stotz Stotz
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Stotz
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Fun Center Keetch Back Country Solar Steel Solutions South West AG South West AG South West AG South West AG South West AG T.S Concessions Grama's Kettle
SEED STOCK ROW MVR Ranch Greer Ranch DC Herfords
EQUESTRIAN PAVILION
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Curt Pate Kelli Paulson John Lyons
Medicine Horse Center Prairie Fire Percherons Four Corners Cutting and Reining
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