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Letter

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Celebrate Ag

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FOUR STATES AG EX PO BOA R D MEMBERS P.O. Drawer RR, Cortez, Colorado 81321 (970) 529-3486 info@fourstatesagexpo.com www.FourStatesAgExpo.com

Upcoming Events Other Demonstrations

Youth Events

The Board of Directors is a volunteer board that works many hours to make this show happen.

president Spark Reed

vice president Hardy Tozer

treasurer Cindy Clare

secretary Jan Gilbert Kristi Ross Brian Lopez Jan Nelson

MISS ION: Horse Clinics

To provide a forum for agricultural producers, suppliers and consumers in the Four Corners Region, that will showcase new agricultural technology, offer innovative ideas and advance effective production and marketing of traditional, specialized and alternative agricultural products through education, demonstration and promotion. c r e at e d b y

chief executive officer

Douglas Bennett Carrie Cass director of multimedia sales Jamie Opalenik manager of creative services Tad Smith special sections editor Hunter Harrell advertising sales representatives Abby Feldman, Amy Baird, Tana Bowen, Kelly Bulkley, Cole Davis, Joe Nelson v.p. of finance and operations

Ballantine Communications Inc. uses reasonable effort to include accurate and upto-date information for its special magazine publications. However, all information comes from a variety of sources and may change at any time for any reason. To verify specific information, refer to the organization or business noted. To view the online version of this guide, visit: www.durangoherald.com

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WELCOME H LETTER FROM BOARD PRESIDENT

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et me welcome you to the 38th Four States Agricultural Exposition by thanking you for your support over the past 37 years first. As we prepare and present the 38th show, the Board and I realize without your support and patronage, this show would have disappeared long ago.

We appreciate our vendors who travel great distances to present new and innovative ideas and our sponsors who help us come together for It takes a three days in March to make another year of memories. We still have great support from our tremendous local businesses as well. We appreciate their amount of dedication to the expo and the community. community Our volunteers are made up of community support to members who love agriculture and hard workers. It takes a tremendous amount of present this community support to present this expo and expo and our our volunteers are top notch. volunteers are Agriculture is not a business, it’s a way of life. Each year we try to instill this culture top notch. through the Four States Ag Expo by bringing expert clinicians, youth programs and other agriculture-related presentations to the community.

New this year is a Tractor Rodeo, which is sure to be a hit. Our goal is to bring agriculture into the 21st century in our area.

Now, let me formally invite you to the 2020 Four States Ag Expo March 19-21. Please be our guests! Visit with us at the information booth and share your ideas, hopes and inspirations for future expos.

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Spark Reed President Four States Ag Expo

Bus: (970) 565-4720 Wade Agency, LLC http://www.WadeAgencyLLC.com 48 W Main St, Cortez FOUR STATES AGR ICU LTU(970) RA L EXPOSITION Bus: 565-4720 EV ENT GU IDE H 5 American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. & Its Operating Companies, American Family Family Mutual Insurance Insurance Company, Company, 6000 S.I. &American Its Operating Companies, American Parkway, American Family Insurance Company, American Parkway, Madison, WI 53783 ©2019 0166306000 – 04/19 – 11888554 Madison, WI 53783 ©2019 016630 04/19 – 11888554 American Family Mutual Insurance Company, S.I. &–Its Operating Companies,

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Support is key to success

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helpful charitable contributions from regional business owners and special partnerships the annual Four States Ag Expo would be an impossible feat.

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ithout the generous contributions from regional business owners and special partnerships the Ag Expo would be an impossible feat. The three-day event is coordinated by the nonprofit organization, Four States Ag Expo, to provide a forum for farmers, ranchers, producers and suppliers to learn about the latest innovations in agriculture.

The support from these local, regional and national businesses is the key to success for the annual event. While sponsors benefit from advertising at the expo, each contribution ensures its longevity. The Four States Ag Expo board of directors would like to extend our gratitude to these sponsors for supporting agriculture in this community and the largest agricultural exposition in the Four Corners.

Absolute Bakery

Four Corners Community Bank

Aspenridge Insurance Agency

Ironwood

Brennan Oil

Kiwanis Club of Mesa Verde

Built-Rite Portable Burger Boy Drive-In

Majors and Harley, P.C. Certified Public Accountants

ColdStone

Mancos Valley Vet

Colorado Title & Closing Services LLC

Maxwell Automotive P&D Grocery

Choice Building Phyllis Snyder Cruzan Construction Pioneer Printing Dolores Market Rowe and Sons Trash Service

Dolores State Bank Denise Dennison Farmers Insurance

Silverado Ranches Tyler Willbanks

First National Bank of Cortez

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Expo coordinator relies on helping hands DOZ ENS OF VOLUNTEERS, TH OUSA N DS O F H OU RS

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he Four States Agricultural Exposition is a three-day event filled with farm animals and fun activities.

But like an old-fashioned barn raising, it takes a great deal of effort to organize.

The success of the annual expo is dependent on the generous contributions of sponsors and volunteers. Support from sponsors and volunteers help the nonprofit organization fulfill its mission to provide a forum for agricultural businesses, producers, suppliers and consumers across Arizona, New Mexico, Colorado and Utah.

Board members plan the expo, schedule entertainment and recruit clinicians and volunteers.

These volunteers provide directions for attendees, drive shuttles and assist exhibitors, sponsors and vendors with preparing and dismantling their booths at the event.

During the expo, the board is

actively planning the next event.

While answering questions, guiding volunteers and managing the show, the board members begin scouting for new clinicians, demonstrations, entertainment and volunteers. To participate in the annual expo, visit the information booth or contact a board member.

GET I N V O LV E D If you are interested in supporting this event, please reach out to find more information about volunteer opportunities. volunteer@ fourstatesexpo.com (970) 529-3486

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Board members focus on expanding education, activities H Enjoy this family-friendly event filled with fun. For questions, visit the Information Booth at Four States Ag Expo.

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he Four States Ag Expo is a gathering place for folks interested in agriculture to find valuable resources for their own agricultural operations both big and small. This year the board of directors for the nonprofit organizations filled the three-day event with exciting opportunities and far more fun.

As usual, vendors and visitors come from Colorado, Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas to showcase the latest products and services available for agricultural businesses.

Attendees can browse vendor booths, network with vendors and learn more about a variety of topics

like horsemanship, irrigation and livestock management.

Learn more about training dogs to help herd livestock during demonstrations, and sit in on speaking sessions during the annual Ag Summit which features a discussion on hemp regulations in Colorado.

Young farmers can also participate in several activities during the threeday expo. Find more information about youth activities on page 16.

This year, we opened clinics to six riders each, offering them the chance to ride alongside the professional trainers during their courses. See more information about the clinics and how to register on page 14.

In addition to this new opportunity, the Four States Ag Expo board of directors is offering new activities during the three-day expo, including the Vendor Poker Run and the Tractor Rodeo.

EX PO PO KE R RUN Each day participating vendors will receive a deck of playing cards

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to hand out to Poker Run players.

Players will gather a single card from seven different booths per hand.

Players will pay $5 for a hand per game, and they may play as many times as they wish. The winner of each run will be determined by the highest hand. Winners will receive a prize from one of our participating vendors. Sign up for the Expo Poker Run at the information booth.

TRACTO R RO D EO This year marks the return of a beloved event that showcases the slick skills rural residents acquire from their day-to-day experiences in the Southwest. The Tractor Rodeo is a timed event, where competitors will have 5 minutes to navigate a tractor through a series of cones and perform specific maneuvers. Participants will be split into two age groups, 15-19 years old and 19 and up. See the schedule for more information about the Tractor Rodeo. To sign up, call (970) 529-3486.

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Vendor Poker Run Ag Summit: Four Corners Farmers and Ranchers Coalition Soil Health Ag-Ceptional Rodeo Ag Summit: Private weed applicators license Gus Westerman Vendor Poker Run Win a chance to catch a chicken Donnie Johnson Ag Summit: Beef Quality Assurance Training and Farm Service Agency Programs with Kacey Riedel Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Introduction: Preparing the horse to gait (for gaited horses only) Nolan King Presentation of Colors Win a chance to catch a chicken Vendor Poker Run Clinic with Randy Helm: From Round Pen to Ground Handling Demonstration with Tyler Willbanks: Fall Logging and plowing Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Horsemanship for all breeds Win a chance to catch a chicken Ag Summit: CDA presents USDA’s Interim Final Rule and Hemp Program Southwest Singers Horse Chiropractor Kathy Klix Vendor Poker Run Ruth Wilson Francisco with Nancy Thomas Clinic with Randy Helm: Developing a Solid Foundation Groundwork to Saddle Demonstration with Colton Mikkelson, Youth Stock Dog Training with Sheep Vendor Poker Run Win a chance to catch a chicken

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Main Pavilion, Info Booth Archery Room Equestrian Barn Upstairs Classroom Main Pavilion, Info Booth Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Upstairs Classroom Equestrian Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Equestrian Barn South Outdoor Arena Large Outdoor Arena Children’s Barn Upstairs Classroom Main Pavilion, Stage Equestrian Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Main Pavilion, Stage Equestrian Barn Large Outdoor Arena Main Pavilion, Info Booth Children’s Barn

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8 am 9-10:15 am 9:30 am 10 am 10 am 10-11:30 am 10 am 10 am - 1 pm 10:30 am - Noon 11:30 am 11:45 am - 12:45 pm Noon Noon 12:15-1:15 pm 1-2 pm 1:30 pm 1:30 pm 1:45 -3 pm 2-3 pm 2:15-3 pm 2:30 pm

FFA Judging Registration Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Identifying Gates and Gaiting (for gaited horses only) Win a chance to catch a chicken Tractor Rodeo Vendor Poker Run Donnie Johnson Demonstration with Tyler Willbanks: Spring Cultivation and planting Ag Summit: IFA Cattle Nutrition Clinic with Randy Helm: Obstacle Course with Trail Riding in Mind Win a chance to catch a chicken Nolan King Vendor Poker Run Presentation of Colors Demonstration with Horse Chiropractor Kathy Klix Lynne Belle Lewis Vendor Poker Run Win a chance to catch a chicken Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Horsemanship and Obstacles (for all breeds) Ag Summit: CDA presents USDA’s Interim Final Rule and Hemp Program Southwest Singers Vendor Poker Run

Archery Room Large Outdoor Arena Children’s Barn Grounds Main Pavilion, Info Booth Main Pavilion, Stage South Outdoor Arena Upstairs Classroom Large Outdoor Arena Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion, Info Booth Main Pavilion Equestrian Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion, Info Booth Children’s Barn Large Outdoor Arena Upstairs Classroom Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion, Info Booth

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Demonstration with Tyler Willbanks: Winter choring with a single horse and team Clinic with Randy Helm: Rider Confidence Win a chance to catch a chicken Wanda Martin Vendor Poker Run Demonstration with Horse Chiropractor Kathy Klix Vendor Poker Run Win a chance to catch a chicken Ice Cream Eating Contest

South Outdoor Arena Large Outdoor Arena Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion, Info Booth Equestrian Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Stage

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All day 7-9 am 9-10 am 9-10:30 am 9 am - Noon 9:30 am 9:30-10:30 am 10 am 10 am 10-11 am 10 am - 4 pm 10:45-11:45 am 10:45 am - Noon 11 am 11:15 am - 1 pm Noon Noon 12:15-1:15 pm 12:30-1:30 pm 12:30- 2 pm 1 pm 1 pm 1-2 p.m.

1:15-2:15 pm 1:30-3 pm 1:45-2:45 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2:15-4 pm 2:30 pm 2:30-5 pm 3 pm 3 pm 3:15-4 pm 3:30-4:30 pm 4 pm 4 pm 4:15-5 pm

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Free admission for veterans with identification Blow and Go Beef Show Check-In Donnie Johnson Clinic with Randy Helm: Developing a winning partnership with your horse Ag Summit: Growing Hemp Win a chance to catch a chicken Demonstration with Lesley Sims, Equine Acupressure and PEMF Tractor Rodeo Vendor Poker Run Nolan King Aspen Crosscut Branding Demonstration with Horse Chiropractor Kathy Klix Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Gaited Horse into a Gait (for gaited horses only) Win a chance to catch a chicken Lynne Belle Lewis Presentation of Colors Vendor Poker Run Demonstration with Tyler Willbanks: Summer Haying with horses Demonstration with Equine Dentist Tammie Turner Clinic with Randy Helm: Release is where the horse learns Win a chance to catch a chicken Vendor Poker Run Ag Summit: CDA presents USDA’s Interim Final Rule and Hemp Program Thistledown Demonstration with stock dog trainer Jeannie Allen Ag Summit: Irrigation Solutions Vendor Poker Run Tractor Rodeo Clinic with Jimmy Brown: Wrap-up and Review (for all breeds) Demonstration with Tyler Willbanks and Dave Harwood Darwin and Craig Win a chance to catch a chicken Vendor Poker Run Demonstration with Colton Mikkelson, Youth Stock Dog Training Demonstration with Lesley Sims, Equine Acupressure and PEMF Win a chance to catch a chicken Vendor Poker Run Demonstration with Horse Chiropractor Kathy Klix

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Montezuma County Fairgrounds Show Ring Main Pavilion, Stage Equestrian Barn Archery Room Children’s Booth TBA Grounds Main Pavilion, Info Booth Main Pavilion, Stage Booth 716 Equestrian Barn Large Outdoor Arena Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Stage Main Pavilion Main Pavilion, Info Booth Large Outdoor Arena TBA Equestrian Barn Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Upstairs Classroom Main Pavilion, Stage Stock Dog Arena Upstairs Classroom Main Pavilion, Info Booth Grounds Equestrian Barn Grounds Main Pavilion, Stage Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Large Outdoor Arena TBA Children’s Barn Main Pavilion, Info Booth Equestrian Barn

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MAIN PAVILION t booth number 5 Southwest Ag 6 Montezuma County Democrats 7 Champion Windows 8 National Mustang Association 9 Montezuma County Mounted Patrol 10 Port of Entry 11 Phytech 12 TBA 13 ReMax 15 Snyder Snicker 16 Cutco 17 Online High School 18 Farm Service Agency 19 Cortez Journal 20 Read ‘em Cowboy

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Experts teach horsemanship skills CLINIC FEES Costs include gate admission for day(s) of class.

1 class = $40 2 classes = 75 $

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he Four States Ag Expo welcomes Randy Helm and Jimmy Brown to share new skills with riders and their horses. These celebrated clinicians have returned to teach two classes each day. This year, in addition to watching the clinicians, Four States Ag Expo is offering attendees the opportunity to six riders. There is an additional cost to ride alongside the clinicians in these special classes. To participate, please register for classes through www.fourstatesagexpo.com.

RANDY HELM is a certified horse trainer from Arizona, and the supervisor of the Wild Horse Inmate Program at Florence State Prison, which teaches inmates how to train horses for U.S. Border Patrol, ranches and law enforcement agencies. He is also a former narcotics officer, patrolman, pilot and bull rider. Helm trains other riders to be safe and confident, while creating a safe and responsive horse. In his clinics and demonstrations, he often showcases the versatility of the horse, but he can also teach skills regarding safety, obstacle courses and trail riding. Helm travels to do clinics, demonstrations and expos, and his entertaining programs have been featured in the media nationwide.

JIMMY BROWN is a self-taught horseman traveling to Colorado for the Four States Ag Expo from Jacksonville, Texas. Brown has been training and riding horses for more than 30 years. He travels often, sometimes weekly for demonstrations across the country. In his personal experience, Brown found taking the time to educate the horse instead of using shortcuts or force helps a rider build a trusting relationship with the animal. That’s why his methods are each based on strengthening the relationship with horses first. At this year’s expo, Brown will showcase gaiting and groundwork, as well as touch on topics like trail riding. He will also answer questions from audience members and other riders.

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Round Pen Fundamentals 3:30-5 p.m. Developing a Solid Foundation: Groundwork to Saddle

10:30 a.m. - Noon Preparing the Horse to Gait 2-3:30 p.m.

Horsemanship for All Breeds

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TIME EVENT

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10:30 a.m. - Noon Obstacles with Trail Riding in Mind 3:15 - 4:30 p.m. Rider Confidence SATURDAY, MARCH 21 Developing a Winning Partnership Release is where the horse learns

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H C E L E B R AT E A G R I C U LT U R E

7 ag-focused ways to get involved

F H Find more ways to celebrate agriculture at www.agday.org.

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rom the food on your table to the clothes on your back, agriculture provides a variety of things you eat, wear and use daily. Those items don’t magically arrive at the store or appear in your home, however.

Each American farmer feeds about 165 people, according to the Agriculture Council of America, an organization comprised of leaders in the agriculture, food and fiber communities dedicated to increasing public awareness of agriculture’s role in modern society. Learning more about the industry can allow individuals to make more informed choices about everything from their diets to legislation.

In honor of the 47th annual National Ag Day with the theme “Food Brings Everyone to the Table,” consider participating in activities that can help you learn more about how the agriculture industry impacts daily life.

MAKE A FARM-TO-TABLE MEAL Making a meal together is an easy activity, and a way to spend quality time with your entire family. Turn it into a learning experience and an opportunity to talk about where food comes from by combining seasonal produce like asparagus, peas, broccoli, oranges and lemons with ingredients your state is known for such as pork, apples, almonds, beef or corn, for example.

RESEARCH AGRICULTURAL ISSUES From climate change and protecting air, soil and water to feeding a growing global population and using technology to improve food production, there are a variety of issues facing the agriculture industry.

To be more aware of what the future may hold, consider making yourself more familiar with some of the challenges farmers face.

CONSIDER AG CAREERS Joining the 22 million people who work in agriculture-related fields can be a rewarding pursuit. While the most obvious careers in agriculture are directly related to the farm or ranch, today’s agriculture offers more than 200 careers from research and engineering to food science, landscape architecture, urban planning and more.

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TOUR A LOCAL FARM OR DAIRY Taking a tour of a farm or dairy (or both) can provide a better understanding of how food and fiber products are produced. Make it a group outing with friends or family to help more people see the process food goes through from production to sitting on store shelves.

CONTACT LEGISLATORS IN SUPPORT OF AGRICULTURE The Agricultural Improvement Act of 2018 created reform for United States Department of Agriculture programs through 2023. Contact legislators to show support for farming initiatives like local FFA and 4-H programs as well as those that can help improve opportunities for farmland leasing, subsidies, urban gardening, food hubs and other ag-focused operations.

VISIT A FARMERS MARKET Farmers markets can provide a perfect opportunity to meet the people who grow your food. Prices are usually competitive with traditional grocery stores, and many markets feature fun activities, music and more.

VOLUNTEER AT A COMMUNITY GARDEN Many cities and neighborhoods provide plots of land community members can use to grow food for themselves or to donate within the community. Consider setting aside some time each week to give back by cleaning out flower beds, laying mulch or planting flowers and crops in the designated areas.

UPCOMING EVENTS H NONPROFIT HOSTS CONSIGNMENT SALE Mark your calendar to join the Four States Ag Expo at the annual consignment tack sale Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Montezuma County Fairgrounds.

This sale will feature a variety of new and used equipment such as saddles, stirrups, bridles, halters, reins, bits, harnesses and more. In addition to tack, consignors can sell clothing, hats, boots, camping gear, trailers and western decor. All items are priced at a minimum of $5, and consignors will receive 15% of the sale price of small items. Buyers will pay a 3.3% sales tax on items at the tack consignment sale. Bring used equipment to the fairgrounds on May 1 between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.

The annual Ranch Rodeo returns to Montezuma County Fairgrounds June 27. Cowboys and cowgirls of all ages are welcome to attend or participate in the annual Ranch Rodeo hosted by Four States Ag Expo. The four-hour event features several individual and team-oriented ranching and rodeo activities like barrel racing, calf branding, team sorting, pen and doctor, trailer loading and wild cow milking, as well as activities for children. For more information about the Ranch Rodeo, contact Four States Ag Expo at info@fourstatesagexpo.com or (970) 529-3486.

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Animal experts share their skills STOCK DOGS

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Jeannie Allen grew up ranching in Meeker, Colorado.

She developed an interest in stock dogs as a young girl watching the Meeker Classic Sheepdog Trials in her hometown. Today, Allen is a full time rancher and stock dog trainer from Alamosa, Colorado. She will showcase how properly trained dogs promote safe and skillful handling of stock. She uses similar techniques when training performance horses and stock dogs, such as pressure and release principles. See the schedule for more details.

Cortez area resident Colton Mikkelson will also host a training demonstration for younger attendees showcasing the intelligence, energy and herding skills of his Border Collies Liam and Squirt. He will offer training advice and answer questions as well. Mikkelson is 18 and has been training Border Collies for about two years. See the schedule for more information.

Kathy Klix worked as a farrier for 10 years before becoming a licensed animal chiropractor in 2018. Before becoming a farrier she guided trails rides and worked in veterinary hospitals. During her schooling at Mission Farrier School in Snohomish, Washington, Klix saw the benefits that chiropractic care had on horses in her training program and her own shoeing clients. Klix pursued a career as an animal chiropractor to continue improving the lives of animals, and her practice today includes humans, too.

Each day, she will be available at the expo to demonstrate how she performs an evaluation and discuss her treatment style. See the schedule for more details.

Tammie Turner is an equine dentist with certifications from The Academy of Equine Dentistry and the International Association of Equine Dentistry. She owns A Cowgirls Helping Hands offering performance, maintenance and problem-solving dental work for livestock. She travels around the world to educate animal owners and provide proper dental care. At the Four States Ag Expo, Turner will present a discussion about teeth and common dental problems affecting horses, cattle, llamas, alpacas and camels and the tools and techniques she uses to treat those issues. She will also help answer questions for attendees. See the schedule for more information.

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Showcasing the strength of horses field corn, hay and potatoes with his team of Clydesdales.

Willbanks will also walk through demonstrations on cultivating, planting, logging, plowing and haying with a single horse and team during the three-day event.

See the schedule for more information.

Harwood is a farmer and owner of Prairie Fire Percherons in Ignacio. Harwood has been breeding and raising Percheron horses for over 24 years. With his hard working horses, Harwood also offers carriage, stagecoach and sleigh rides. Harwood will also be on site offering shuttles from the parking lot to the main pavilion during the three-day event.

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H AG SUMMIT

Learn more about agriculture operations

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he Four States Ag Expo invites experts to share valuable information through annual classes and seminars at the three-day event. The collection of educational opportunities offers attendees an affordable way to connect with experts through informative sessions geared to help producers and landowners improve property and agricultural operations of all sizes. Here’s a glimpse of some of the guest speakers and presentations for the 2020 Ag Summit. See the schedule for a full list and locations.

SOIL HEALTH

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Four Corners Farmers and Ranchers Coalition will give a presentation about soil health in the Southwest on Thursday. Registration begins at 9 a.m., and the session kicks off with guest speaker Joel Lee, followed by a producer panel. After a break for lunch, the session resumes with a listening session. Listeners can network before returning to the classroom for a Drought Contingency Plan presentation from the Colorado Water Conservation Board, followed by a brief discussion about mental health.

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Margaret Foderaro will discuss the regulation of hemp and outline the information hemp producers need to know about growing hemp and how to gain approval from the USDA. The class will cover topics ranging from registration to the reinforcement of the regulations. This program will be presented from 2-3 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and from 1-2 p.m. Saturday.

9-9:30 a.m.

Registration and breakfast 9:30-10:30 a.m. Joel Lee, Natural Resources Conservation Service 10:30 - noon Producer Panel with Dustin Stein, Daniel Fullmer, Cade Lewis, Dave Fisher Noon - 1 p.m. Lunch with Green Table 1-2:30 p.m.

Soil Health Listening Session 2:30-3 p.m.

Break/Networking Session 3-4 p.m. Drought Contingency Plan with Colorado Water Conservation Board 4-4:30 p.m. COMET Mental Health with Haley Leonard 4:30-5 p.m.

Networking Session PRIVATE WEED APPLICATOR LICENSE Dolores County CSU Extension director and chairman of the Development Corporation Gus Westerman will host from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Thursday. Earn credits to renew your license at this workshop.

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GROWING HEMP Riki Trowe with Ventura Seed will host a special presentation about growing hemp successfully from 10:45 a.m. - noon on Saturday. The discussion about hemp and its uses will include information about soil health, seed quality, social welfare and the farming cycle.

CATTLE FIRST Mark Anderson with Intermountain Farmers Association will host a special discussion about cattle health and nutrition from 10 a.m. - 1p.m. on Friday. The discussion will include information about cattle fertility and reproduction as well as supplements and vaccines.

See the schedule for more information.

IRRIGATION SOLUTIONS Anthony Valdez from Quality Irrigation Solutions hosts a special presentation 1:45-2:45 p.m. on Saturday.

The presentation will feature information about the technologies available for farmers to increase yield and revenue. The session will cover irrigation development, water application, scheduling and more.

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Board members organize events for children D A I LY CHILDREN’S BARN Montezuma County FFA members will guide children through hands-on agricultural activities. In addition to visiting with goats, geese, cows, sheep, alpacas, llamas, rabbits, chickens, burros, donkeys and horses, children can also make butter and a garden in a glove to take home and enjoy.

T H U R S D AY AG-CEPTIONAL RODEO Developing inclusive events is important to fostering a love for agriculture in the future generation. This event offers children with disabilities or limitations an opportunity to participate in farming and rodeo activities guided by expert cowboys and cowgirls. Activities include roping, a stick-horse barrel race, sack race and more.

F R I D AY 4-H AND FFA LIVESTOCK JUDGING Four States Ag Expo hosts the Southwest District Career Development events on Friday.

Regional 4-H and FFA members ages 8 to 18 can participate in competitions in these categories: livestock, horse, floriculture, veterinary science, ag mechanics and farm business management.

Lunch and reasons begins at 11:30 a.m. Awards to follow at 2 p.m. For more information, contact Beth Lashell at (970) 385-4574.

CROSSCUT BRANDING The Four States Ag Expo will host the annual ice cream eating competition with ice cream provided

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S AT U R D AY BLOW AND GO BEEF SHOW The annual Blow and Go Beef Show lets young people practice showing animals in an arena and learn grooming techniques. “Blow and Go” means no sprays or adhesives will be allowed. Check in begins at 7 a.m. and the show starts at 9 a.m. Participants will show market steers (divided into class by hipheight), breeding heifers (divided into class by age) and showmen (divided by experience level). To register, call Linda O’Dell (505) 469-0039 or Phyllis Snyder (970) 946-6514.

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Musicians play melodies to set the mood SC H E DU LE Thursday, March 19 10-11:30 a.m.

Donnie Johnson

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Nolan King 2:15-3 p.m.

Southwest Singers 3-4 p.m.

Ruth Wilson Francisco

Friday, March 20 10-11:30 a.m.

Donnie Johnson

11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

Nolan King 1-2 p.m.

Lynne Belle Lewis 2:15-3 p.m.

Southwest Singers 3:15-3:45 p.m.

Ruth Wilson Francisco 3:45-4:45 p.m.

Wanda Martin

Saturday, March 21 9-10 a.m.

Donnie Johnson

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he Four States Ag Expo welcomes musicians from around the region to energize the arena and entertain attendees. Schedule some time between visiting with vendors and participating in other agricultural activities to grab a bite to eat and listen to talented musicians perform original songs inspired by the rural landscape and agricultural lifestyle.

D ON N I E J O H N SO N Donnie Johnson is a solo country, gospel and americana artist from Lubbock, Texas. Now, he calls Cortez home, and travels to sing and play guitar.

NOL A N KI N G Nolan King is a self-taught guitarist, singer and yodeler who has performed in Fort Worth Stockyards with the Cowtown Opry. He’s also a ballroom and latin dance instructor.

SOUT H W EST S IN G E RS For over 10 years, this ensemble has performed amazing arrangements of Gilbert and Sullivan, traditional American music and old-fashioned country songs, classical pieces and well-loved hymns.

RU T H W I LSO N F RA N C I SCO W I TH N A N CY T H O MAS Yellow Jacket native Ruth Wilson Francisco is a professional singer who has performed across the country. She is also the director of the Southwest Singers. Nancy Thomas is a pianist and singer who will accompany Francisco at the Ag Expo.

LY N N B ELLE LEW I S Local wrangler Lynne Bell Lewis loves to sing and perform original content about life in the Southwest and riding horses. She yodels along to her songs as she plucks her guitar strings.

Local cowgirl and musician, Wanda Martin enjoys performing country songs and ballads. She returns to the Ag Expo to showcase her singing and entertain the crowd.

TH I STLED OW N With John Beezley on guitar and clawhammer banjo, Megg Heath on the autoharp and Joe Bowman on mandolin, this group’s musical mastery attracts a crowd. Each member of the band sings while playing acoustic folk, country, blues and calypso music.

I R I S H CR EME Irish Creme is a folk group including fiddle player Marylin Miller, guitarist and vocalist Jake McIntosh and Tom McIntosh on Irish drum, harmonica and vocals. Singer Ruth Wilson Francisco will join the group for this special performance.

10-11 a.m.

Nolan King 11:15 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Lynne Belle Lewis

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Thistledown

Darwin Reid and Craig Jorgensen met at a local open mic night. Since 2010, they have been harmonizing around the region. The duo is inspired by classic rock music, especially groups like the Beatles, Simon and Garfunkel and the Dave Clark Five.

2:30-3:30 p.m.

Irish Creme 2:30-5 p.m.

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