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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

NEWS & EDITORIAL

Letter from the President

Message from the EVP

Events & Education

In Loving Memory

Service Directory

Sale Summaries

Calendar of Events

AI Technicians

Ad Index

FEATURE A Plan That Pays

Fall-calving success starts with the small decisions shaping herd health and productivity. Dr. Christina Porter and Mendel Farms share practical approaches to preventing scours, maintaining cow condition, improving reproductive performance and using herd data to guide management decisions.

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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

A Season for Perspective A Letter from the President BY JOSH WALKER, IBBA PRESIDENT

t’s hard to believe it is November already. Bull sale

registered Brangus cattle allows me to insulate myself

season is underway, and early results look like another

from the volatile marketplace. Marketing increases our

banner year for our producers. Besides sale season, my

chances of selling a sizable portion of our calf crop at

favorite part of November is the Thanksgiving holiday.

premium prices that are much less cyclical than what we

Thanksgiving brings family together and reminds us of all

typically see in USDA market reports.

the good things in our lives. We often reflect on what we

Are you taking advantage of the marketing

are thankful for and try to focus on the good. What better

opportunities offered through the International Brangus

month than November to apply those same ideals to our

Breeders Association? The Brangus Journal and Frontline

ranching operations?

magazine offer excellent opportunities to get your name

We are in uncharted waters in agriculture, with

in front of readers who are currently purchasing Brangus

increasingly challenging environments to work in. In

genetics for both their purebred and commercial herds.

honor of Thanksgiving, I think we must focus on what is

We offer social media opportunities, e-blasts, and even

good for us and let go of the things beyond our control.

promotions through our website. Has anyone looked at

I know here in Arkansas we are facing an increasingly

the sale catalog section lately?

challenging weather pattern, with most of our state

These marketing tools are designed to show the

experiencing at least a Level 3 drought. We watch the

world what you and your operation are doing. Customers

price of diesel climb and climb, complain about the rain

tend to work with programs they feel more comfortable

we aren’t getting, and ride the ups and downs of the

with and trust. Visibility and transparency help build your

market in response to every hiccup or tweet. I can ask

reputation and credibility. A sound marketing program as

John Deere to cut the price of those green parts, but I

part of your business plan can increase the profitability of

doubt they are going to listen to little old me.

your operation by setting you up as a price maker instead

So, what can I control? Most of my control within my operation revolves around the level of care I am willing and able to provide for my cattle. Typically, I have much more control over my expenses than my income.

of a price taker. - Josh Walker IBBA President

However, there is only so much I can choose not to do in my operation to counterbalance enormous input costs before I “starve the profit out of my cows.” So, I think we need to think outside the box when analyzing our operations from top to bottom. My marketing is my chance to tell my operation’s story, introduce ourselves to the world, and highlight our management. Combining a relatable story with quality

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Growth Fund 415L40

DMR ADMIRAL 535N41

207

Admiral x 535F2

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

9.2

-1

0.68

0.49

2.13

6.9

-1.6

0.36

3.51

11.5

-2.1

0.61

0.3

2.8

WAT MR SMOOTH 404N19

211

Mr. Smooth x 404G3

WAT HEDGE FUND 415N144

212

Hedge Fund x 415K8

DMR ADMIRAL 30N9

213

Admiral x 30L18

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

7.8

-0.7

0.38

0.25

2.89

8.1

-0.5

0.16

-0.03

3.15

6.2

0.73

0.25

2.95

CRAIG GREEN Director of Marketing

GRADY GREEN Draggin’ M Ranch President

870-834-1976

870-314-3673

craig@cdpbrangus.com

Grady@dragginmranch.com

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TTT RELENTLESS 541N56

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Relentless x 541G2

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210

Top Gun x 881E7

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

7.2

0.4

0.69

0.28

2.85

7.7

0.2

0.44

3.46

4.7

0.67

0.46

2.05

DMR HEDGE FUND 30N7

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TTT RELENTLESS 60N36

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Relentless x 60H9

WAT STEADFAST 415N151

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

4.5

0.6

0.43

0.1

3.59

7.4

-0.4

0.62

0.41

2.82

-0.3

0.4

0.1

3.15

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

7.7

0.2

0.72

0.45

3.15

6.8

-0.3

0.27

-0.02

3.33

4.9

1.1

0.41

0.25

3.73

SCC MS SMOOTH 468N17

MS DMR ADMIRAL 535N31

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

5.7

0.1

0.44

0.01

3.57

11.8

-2.3

0.59

0.33

2.82

7.7

0.2

0.45

3.37

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MS DMR TOP GUN 541N21

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

7.9

-0.1

0.46

0.08

3.08

7.3

-1.5

0.36

0.13

3.99

3.5

1.3

0.49

0.34

2.43

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

CED

REA

IMF

STAY

4.7

1.5

0.47

0.23

2.7

5.1

0.5

0.57

0.26

3.54

8.1

-0.2

0.43

2.39

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SCC MS VISIONARY 10N23

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REA

IMF

STAY

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REA

IMF

STAY

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IMF

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2.1

0.28

0.14

3.41

6.9

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0.27

0.14

3.35

4.9

0.5

0.49

0.09

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REA

IMF

STAY

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IMF

STAY

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0.25

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3.78

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-0.4

0.39

0.15

3.27

3.7

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1.76

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MS DMR ADMIRAL 10P4

MS DMR FRONTIER 117P11

MS DMR FRONTIER 117P12

MS DMR FRONTIER 415P27

SCC MS FRONTIER 535P3

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CED

REA

IMF

STAY

4.8

0.9

0.44

0.15

2.82

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Frontier x 535F2

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GRADY GREEN Draggin’ M Ranch President

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www.cdpbrangus.com

Socials @CDPBrangus

Consistent. Data-Driven. Performance.

MESSAGE FROM THE EVP

Finishing Strong, Building for 2027 A Message from the EVP

BY RICK COZZITORTO, IBBA EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT and Communications. Her role will help us continue strengthening

through our 2027 plans and budget.

our publications, website,

We are having a good year financially,

ovember is a good time to take

digital campaigns and member

and that puts us in a favorable

stock of where we are and look

communications while building on

position as we evaluate priorities. It

ahead to where we want to go. Across

the momentum already underway.

also brings a responsibility to make

the International Brangus Breeders

There are good stories throughout

thoughtful decisions about how we

Association, there is plenty to be

this breed, and we plan to keep telling

use the association’s resources.

encouraged about. Strong sales,

them—to our members, commercial

improving moisture conditions in

cattle producers, and the next

matters most: dependable member

many areas, and progress within the

generation of Brangus breeders.

services, breed improvement,

association are giving us momentum

Our marketing efforts will

effective promotion, support for our

continue to focus on the qualities

youth, and the tools our staff needs

This fall’s sale season has been

that matter to cattle producers:

to serve members well. A good year

encouraging. It is rewarding to see

productive females, cattle that

gives us an opportunity to strengthen

breeders’ investments in genetics,

perform in challenging environments,

those areas while maintaining

management, and customer service

and genetics that contribute to

financial discipline.

recognized in the marketplace.

a profitable operation. We have a

Behind every sale offering are years

strong message. Our responsibility is

What would make doing business

of decisions and a great deal of work.

to deliver it clearly and consistently,

with IBBA easier? Where do you see

Congratulations to our members

backed by breeder experience and

opportunities to promote the breed?

on their successes, and thank you

sound information.

What information would help you

as we prepare for 2027.

Our budget should reflect what

As we plan, I welcome your ideas.

We are also moving toward an

better serve your customers? Those

their confidence in Brangus and Ultra

important milestone with the new

conversations help us keep our work

cattle.

registry system, with completion

connected to the needs of the people

Rainfall across much of the

targeted for the beginning of 2027.

this association represents.

country has also brought welcome

This project has required patience,

relief. Conditions still vary, and some

oversight, and continued work.

I am grateful for our members, board,

producers continue to need moisture,

Our focus remains on getting the

staff, volunteers, and commercial

but improved pasture conditions offer

system completed to the agreed

customers. Your commitment is what

encouragement as we head toward

specifications and preparing for a

keeps this breed moving forward.

winter. In this business, a little rain

successful transition.

Thank you for the work you do, the

to the buyers who continue to put

and a strong cattle market can do a lot for a person’s outlook. At the association, we are working

Members depend on the registry to conduct their business. The goal is a dependable system that supports

to turn that optimism into continued

their work and gives the association a

progress.

stronger foundation for the future. As

One important addition is Sadie

we get closer, we will communicate

Cook, who joins us in November as

the timing, preparation, and

our full-time Director of Marketing

information members need.

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November also finds us working

NOVEMBER 2026 BRANGUS JOURNAL

With Thanksgiving approaching,

confidence you place in IBBA, and the opportunity to serve you. Have a blessed Thanksgiving.

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A PLAN THAT PAYS

A PLAN THAT

Pays

Planning Ahead for Fall Calving & Winter Care BY BRILEY FRANK, FREELANCE WRITER

the work around the cattle operation begins to

Mendel and Porter first tackled scours in calves born

shift. Feed needs change, pastures become harder to

to heifers. Porter said calves born to heifers develop

stretch, and fall-calving cows already look toward the next

scours more often than calves born to mature cows, and

breeding season. For producers managing fall-calving

calves born later in the calving season face greater risk as

herds, the weeks ahead offer an opportunity to look at

pathogens build up. She also noted that mortality climbs

cow condition, calf health and the small management

when heifers and cows calve in the same location

decisions that can add up at weaning time. For Dr. Christina Porter, a technical adviser for Agspire, that means looking upstream at the

Vaccination remains an important tool, but Porter cautioned against relying on it to solve every problem. “Scour vaccines are fantastic,” Porter said. “We are so

management decisions that shape an animal’s health and

thankful for these pharmaceutical companies that give us

performance. Porter, Porter, who worked with Mendel

these products, but we’ve all seen scours outbreak when

Farms as its veterinarian before joining Agspire, has seen

a scour’s vaccine was given. They are not the silver bullet

firsthand how small adjustments can help address larger

that’s going to fix all this.”

challenges.

Instead, they looked at how cattle moved through the

“By the time that animal is sick and by the time you

calving environment and how to reduce exposure. The

have the calving issue, something went wrong way down

team aimed to keep younger calves from sharing space

the line,” Porter said.

with older calves, which may already carry pathogens.

A preventive approach guided a series of changes at Mendel Farms, where Michael Mendel manages the cowcalf operation alongside his family. The operation runs

START WITH THE CALF

s the days get shorter and mornings take on a chill,

“Usually it is our older calves getting our younger calves sick,” Porter said. The Sandhills calving system builds on the principle

three calving groups: heifers calve from February through

of moving pregnant cows to clean ground as calving

April, the spring herd in May and June, and the fall herd in

progresses. While the full system may not fit every

September and October. With such a long calving spread,

operation, Porter encouraged producers to consider how

the family has had plenty of opportunities to evaluate

the concept could work within their own facilities and

what works and where management can improve.

resources.

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A PLAN THAT PAYS “If we understand the concepts behind it, we can find ways that we can apply those concepts,” she said. At Mendel Farms, where heifers calve in winter, the

breeding season, Mendel said. “So we ended up starting to cube them,” he said. The cubes added protein and helped keep cows in

family made practical changes. Cattle go through the

condition before breeding. Mendel said that he used to

barn, and calves and their mothers spend about 24 hours

push cows hard to regain condition as breeding season

there so calves can dry off on fresh bedding. The family

approached, so starting early and staying on top of it

also began using smaller pens and rotating groups

made a difference.

through them rather than leaving cattle in the same area for extended periods. “Just the fresh bedding, getting that in the pen was huge,” Mendel said. The changes made a noticeable difference. Mendel said that when the first group got scours, he used to

Genetics matter, Porter said, but an animal cannot fully express its potential if nutrition, health or management holds it back. Paying attention to body condition before breeding can work better than trying to correct a shortfall.

GIVE BREEDING CHANGES TIME

think, “Well, I get to deal with this for a couple months

Mendel also wanted to improve reproductive

now.” Now, he said, if one group gets scours, the next

performance, particularly in the fall herd, which he

often does not.

described as largely made up of cows that came up

For producers without facilities to move cattle

open in the spring herd. The family had used artificial

through separate pastures, the principle still applies.

insemination in its spring herd for years, but questioned

Keeping calving areas as clean as practical, limiting the

whether the added time and expense paid off.

time groups spend in the same space and separating

Mendel said that “year after year, you had good calves,

calves by age when possible can all help reduce disease

but you’d see the ones that came after that weren’t AI.”

pressure.

He wondered, “Is it worth it? Is it worth all that time

KEEPING COWS IN CONDITION Calf health makes up only one part of the equation. Nutrition and cow condition can influence reproductive

during the summer?” He also questioned whether the time could earn more elsewhere. The family took a break from AI, including in heifers,

performance, too, and Mendel found the fall herd needed

to reassess their goals. They decided the fall herd could

additional attention as forage quality declined.

benefit most.

Fall-calving cows are on grass that is “starting to

“The fall herd seems like it would benefit more from

brown off” as they raise calves and approach the next

this AI than anybody just for the calf weights and getting them all to calf early,” Mendel said.

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A PLAN THAT PAYS Porter noted that most producers put their best

weaned per cow exposed continued to rise.

MEASURE WHAT MATTERS

cows into AI programs, while Mendel did the opposite and chose his lowest-producing cows. She also stressed

Producers easily fixate on one number, such as

that producers can capture the benefit of earlier calving

conception rates, weaning weights or the performance

without AI.

of a particularly good set of calves. Porter encouraged

“You don’t have to AI to use synchronization to increase those pounds to get cows calving earlier,” Porter said. The first year didn't result in immediate success. Conception rates fell short of the family’s hopes, and the open rate did not change. Mendel stopped the program

producers to look at the whole herd and consider how individual decisions affect overall productivity. “You can raise the average by increasing your best,” she said. “You can also raise the average by getting rid of or increasing your lowest producers.” Weaning weight alone can look good at the sale barn,

the next year, and the team took a break. Then the family

Porter said, but it does not account for open cows that

weaned the first year’s calves.

still consumed feed, labor and other resources. Measuring

“I was just taking pictures of these calves like, ‘This is unbelievable how big these calves are,’” Mendel said. Porter said the team came back and said, “Maybe we changed plans too quick. Maybe we need to give this another try.” Over time, cows still open after AI still bred back sooner after synchronization, Porter said. The herd saw fewer open cows in the following year, and pounds

pounds weaned per cow exposed counts every cow that had a chance to be bred, and she said it “changes your idea of what success looks like when you look at that whole picture.” “I think it’s super important to look at pounds weaned per cow exposed,” Porter said. For producers deciding where to begin, Porter recommended starting with the data already on hand. “First, I would want to look at what data you have,” she said. “What are your preg check rates? What are your weaning weights?” For Mendel Farms, progress came through a series of manageable adjustments rather than one sweeping change. Porter said the team narrowed a long list of ideas to a few goals instead of trying to do everything at once. Fresh bedding, smaller groups, earlier supplementation and a renewed look at AI each addressed a specific need. The details will look different from one operation to the next, depending on facilities, forage, climate and labor. But the process remains much the same: identify a problem, set a goal, make a change and track the results. Over time, those small improvements can add up to healthier calves, more productive cows and a stronger bottom line.

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EVENTS & EDUCATION

A Busy Fall Across the Brangus Breed Fall News & Updates BY LORI EDWARDS-DUNKERLEY, IBBA DIRECTOR OF EVENTS & EDUCATION

HOUSTON 2027: WHAT’S NEW

will look a little different for open Brangus exhibitors.

year to changes coming to Houston 2027 and a busy

1, with the International Brangus, Red Brangus, and

s we head into the final months of 2026, there is plenty to be excited about across the Brangus

breed. From our juniors preparing for a milestone fall season, there is a lot happening. As Thanksgiving approaches, it is also a good time to reflect on the year and appreciate the people who make this breed so special.

A GOLDEN MILESTONE FOR OUR JUNIORS

The IJBBA Board of Directors has announced the theme for the 2027 National Junior Brangus Show: “The Golden Age of Brangus!” The theme celebrates 50 years of the International Junior Brangus Breeders Association, marking an incredible milestone for our junior program. For five decades, IJBBA has helped develop young

Open Brangus cattle will arrive on Monday, March Ultrablack/Ultrared female and bull shows scheduled for Wednesday, March 3. Cattle will be released Thursday morning, March 4. Despite the schedule change, we expect Houston to remain a great event for Brangus cattle and breeders. As we close out the 2026–2027 show season, we invite everyone to join us for fellowship, visits with fellow breeders, and the opportunity to watch outstanding Brangus cattle in the ring. Be sure to mark your calendars and make plans to attend!

WRAPPING UP THE FALL SEASON

Fall is one of the busiest times of the year for

cattlemen and women, build lasting traditions, and

Brangus breeders, with cattle hitting the road and

shape the future of the Brangus breed. Throughout

exhibitors coming together to compete and catch up.

2027, we will recognize the people, cattle, and traditions

Our fall show season continues in Shreveport, Louisiana,

that brought us here while looking ahead to the next 50

for the National Show of Merit, where we look forward

years.

to welcoming more than 175 entries.

The IJBBA Board has also approved a sibling

Next, we head to Florida for the Greater Jacksonville

ownership rule for the Bred and Owned shows at

Agricultural Fair Open Brangus Show on November

the 2027 National Junior Brangus Show. This change

6. Held at a brand-new facility, the show reflects the

provides families greater flexibility when eligible siblings

continued growth of the Brangus presence in Florida,

are involved in raising and exhibiting cattle while

with approximately 160 entries expected this year.

maintaining program integrity. The junior exhibiting

These shows are important to the IBBA National

the animal must be its sole, 100% recorded owner by

Standard of Excellence program, and breeder

the May 1 ownership deadline. This rule applies only to

participation and support help make them successful.

the NJBS Bred and Owned shows and does not change

A special thank-you goes to both show staffs and

ownership requirements for Owned shows or other

everyone involved in hosting these National point

IBBA-sanctioned events.

shows. We appreciate the time and effort that bring

As we look ahead to the 2027 National Junior

Brangus breeders together across the country.

Brangus Show in Waco, Texas, I encourage everyone to

As sale season and fall shows keep our calendars

follow updates and begin making plans to join us. More

full, Thanksgiving reminds us to slow down and enjoy

information, including the new ownership rule and

what matters most. Take time to appreciate your family,

show details, is available at www.gobrangus.com. Fifty

the people who stand beside you, and the cattle and

years is certainly worth celebrating, and I look forward

lifestyle we are fortunate to be part of.

to seeing our juniors bring “The Golden Age of Brangus” to life!

The 2027 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo

NOVEMBER 2026 BRANGUS JOURNAL

From all of us at IBBA, we wish you and your families a very Happy Thanksgiving!

IN LOVING MEMORY

remembering Richard "dick" Paul Fackler FOR RELEASE BY THE FACKLER FAMILY

ichard Paul Fackler, 89, passed away peacefully at

Dick's hobbies included watching boxing and

home in Soddy Daisy, Tennessee on Tuesday, June

Nebraska football, appreciating art, raising cattle

16, 2026. Known to most as "Dick", he was born to Paul

and working outside on his properties. He very much

and Mildred Fackler in Omaha, Nebraska on November

enjoyed spending time with his close friends, sons,

15, 1936. He had one brother, Robert.

daughters-in-law, and six grandchildren-passing on a

Dick came from humble beginnings in Blair,

wealth of wisdom, work ethic and encouragement to

Nebraska where he spent his spirited childhood. Soon

each one. His grandchildren unmistakingly knew how

after high school graduation he served in the Navy

much Papa loved them. He also enjoyed traveling the

spending three and a half years in specialized schooling

world with his wife Janice, family, and close friends.

and six months on the USS Lexington. He always spoke

Dick was cherished greatly by everyone who loved him,

of how the Navy had a profound impact on his life. After

because he loved them even greater.

the Navy, Dick went on to the University of Nebraska Omaha, graduating in 1964 with a BS in Industrial

Paul and Mildred Fackler, brother Robert "Bob" Fackler,

Engineering. During his college career, he met and

close cousins and many beloved friends.

married the love of his life, Janice Flo Spoonhour, and

Dick is survived by his wife of 65 years, Janice

they soon had three sons: Kenneth, Bradley and Jeffrey.

Fackler, sons Kenneth Fackler (Carol), Bradley Fackler

Dick was highly motivated to be an excellent

(Debbie) and Jeffrey Fackler (Maggie), 6 grandchildren,

provider for his family, proving this by his unrelenting

Nicholas (Rachel) & Matthew Fackler, Jacob (Heidi) &

and unbelievable drive in everything he did. Anyone who

Nicole Fackler, and Jordan (Harrison) Park & Nathan

knew him was struck by his charisma, straight-shooting

Fackler. Also, Dick is survived by sister-in-law Judy

honesty, and twinkle in his eye! Dick also had an

Fackler, close cousins and many close friends who felt

extremely generous heart to financially help friends and

much more like family.

family. Professionally, Dick worked most of his career in

The family asks for donations to be made to the

senior management in manufacturing, with a true gift

St. Jude Children's Hospital in memory of Richard Paul

for turning companies around. Later, he became co-

Fackler.

owner in a multi-location worldwide injection molding company.

Dick is preceded in death by grandparents, parents

NOVEMBER 2026 BRANGUS JOURNAL

IN LOVING MEMORY

remembering Cletus Preston Gibbons FOR RELEASE BY THE GIBBONS FAMILY

letus Preston Gibbons, age 77, of Jeanerette,

while watching him play football. He traveled near and

Louisiana, passed away on Saturday, September 19,

far to watch his grandson Jayden calf rope at rodeo

2026. Cletus was born on July 14, 1949 in Dumas, Texas, to Jackie Preston Gibbons and Pauline Bray Gibbons. He

competitions. And Lauren, his only granddaughter, held a particularly soft spot in her Paw-Paw’s heart. Cletus welcomed daughter-in-law Amanda

was the beloved brother of Paula Newman and Jackie

Monceaux to the family and looked forward to watching

Colletti, and the older brother of Gary, who passed away

Zachary and Amanda build a life together. He was proud

at birth.

of his family and loved watching each generation grow.

Cletus was a member of the 1967 graduating class of

Outside of work and family activities, Cletus was

New Iberia Senior High School, the first class to graduate

an avid duck hunter, and he enjoyed fishing and being

from the new school. He continued his education for

outdoors. Cletus also enjoyed being part of a pool team,

a few semesters at McNeese University, where the

cooking for family and community events, and watching

family would say he quickly discovered that he enjoyed

football. He was a man who enjoyed being surrounded

college life a little more than college studies. Cletus also

by people, sharing a meal, telling stories, and simply

enrolled in and successfully completed Navy boot camp,

being part of whatever was happening around him.

although he never served during wartime. Cletus was a hard worker who took great pride in his

The latter part of Cletus’s life brought new challenges after he suffered a stroke. For five years, he

work. He spent many years working for Kerr-McGee Oil

worked through the deficits it left behind, refusing to

Corporation as an offshore Field Foreman and retired

give up his independence or allow his circumstances to

after 33 years of dedicated service.

define him. That determination and strength remained

Cletus married Jenny Marie Thibodeaux on January 29, 1972. They shared 48 years of marriage until her

with him until the very end. We would like to think that when he entered

passing. Together, Cletus and Jenny built a home and

Heaven, his speech was restored, and he was finally able

a farm where they raised their two children: son Coby

to make up for all those years of lost words—catching

Preston Gibbons, married to Sheryl Rogers Gibbons, and

everyone up on everything they had missed and

daughter Kellie G. Broussard, married to Dave Broussard.

probably telling a few stories along the way. The family

What began as a family farm eventually grew into

is grateful for the wonderful caregivers who allowed

something very special—a herd of Brangus cattle

Cletus to remain at home, especially Nancy Thomas for

carrying the smiling “C” brand. Cletus had a way of

her care and compassion until the very end.

turning his children’s interests into family adventures,

Cletus was preceded in death by his beloved wife,

and many memories were made traveling from state to

Jenny Thibodeaux Gibbons; his parents, Jackie Preston

state, showing cattle at fairs, festivals, and International

Gibbons and Pauline Bray Gibbons; and his baby

Brangus Breeders Association shows. These adventures

brother, Gary.

introduced them to friends and memories that would last a lifetime.

Cletus leaves behind a family who will miss his presence, his determination, his humor, his stories, and

Cletus was a member of the Jeanerette Optimist

most of all, the way he showed his love by simply being

Club and volunteered as a coach with the Jeanerette

there. His greatest legacy is not only the home and farm

Little League Baseball and Biddy Basketball programs.

he built, but the family, traditions, and memories he

Cletus influenced many young athletes during his time

leaves behind.

volunteering as a coach. His grandchildren were his pride and joy. Cletus continued that same tradition of showing up for the people he loved. He followed Zachary, Jayden, and Lauren to local cattle shows and supported each of them in their own interests and accomplishments. He loved cheering Zachary on from the stands NOVEMBER 2026 BRANGUS JOURNAL

By Tim Parks, DVM

Five considerations to fuel fall-born calves’ health The timing of calving seasons has tradeoffs, but fall calving is gaining in popularity in many parts. A University of Tennessee study compared 19 years of data from spring-calving and fall-calving herds, and it found the fall calving season to be more profitable than spring calving.1 The higher prices of steer and heifer calves captured by fall-born calves were able to cover the higher feed expenses and lighter weaning weights of the fall-born calves. It’s important to weigh the pros and cons based on your situation, and keep in mind that managing fall calvers is different than spring calvers. From a health standpoint, here are five considerations.

1. Prepare for passive protection

While fall typically offers better weather conditions for calving, high temperatures can pose stress. Calves will likely have to endure fluctuating weather as fall turns to winter. Vaccinating cows prior to calving with a scours vaccine such as BOVILIS® GUARDIAN® will stimulate antibody production and result in higher-quality colostrum. Ensure adequate colostrum; calves need about two quarts of colostrum within four hours of birth and one gallon within 12 hours.2

2. Vaccinate early against viral and bacterial threats An intranasal vaccine helps provide disease protection at a young age while also avoiding the potential risk of maternal antibody interference. BOVILIS® NASALGEN® 3-PMH is the first intranasal vaccine to protect against both viral and bacterial pneumonia. The modified-live vaccine protects against five of the major causes of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) and can be given to calves as young as one week of age.

3. Don’t forget to deworm

Calves are highly susceptible to the detriments of parasites simply due to their lack of exposure. Internal parasites can decrease feed intake and impact immune function, including response to vaccination. Before turnout on winter pastures, deworm the cows and calves. Not all dewormers are created equal. SAFE-GUARD® (fenbendazole) offers several formulation options — all demonstrating a median efficacy above 99.7%.3

4. Preconditioning is worth it

A 2024 dataset from Superior Livestock Auction showed that VAC45 calves vaccinated with two doses of clostridial, two doses of five-way modified live virus and at least one dose of a Mannheimia haemolytica and/or Pasteurella multocida vaccine, and weaned at home for 45 days before delivery, added $8.46/cwt compared to those receiving only one dose of vaccines and weaned at shipping.4 The calves also weighed more.

5. Fine-tune treatment protocols

Talk to your veterinarian to develop a plan to reduce disease incidence and severity. Knowledge of previous antibiotics used is important, as your veterinarian may choose a different class for this treatment. They may also recommend using a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) to address fevers caused by BRD. For more information, visit MAHCattle.com. Tim Parks, DVM Technical Services Veterinarian Merck Animal Health

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION FOR SAFE-GUARD: CATTLE: Do not use in beef calves less than 2 months old, dairy calves and veal calves. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Additionally, the following meat withdrawal and milk discard times apply: Safe-Guard/Panacur Suspension: Cattle must not be slaughtered within 8 days following last treatment. For dairy cattle, the milk discard time is 48 hours. Do not use in beef calves less than 2 months old, dairy calves and veal calves. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in dairy cattle at 10 mg/kg. Safe-Guard Paste: Cattle must not be slaughtered for 8 days. For dairy cattle, the milk discard time is 96 hours. Safe-Guard Suspension: Cattle must not be slaughtered for 8 days. For dairy cattle, the milk discard time is 48 hours. Safe-Guard ENPROAL Type C Medicated Block: Cattle must not be slaughtered for 11 days. For use in beef cattle only. Safe-Guard 20% Protein Type C Medicated Block: Cattle must not be slaughtered for 16 days. For use in beef cattle only. Safe-Guard Type A and other medicated feed products (pellets, cubes, free-choice mineral, or free-choice liquid): Cattle must not be slaughtered for 13 days. For dairy cattle, the milk discard time is 60 hours Griffith, A.P., C.N. Boyer, G.W. Henry, J.A. Larson, S.A. Smith, and K.E. Lewis. 2017. “Fall Versus Spring Calving: Considerations and Profitability Comparison.” University of Tennessee Extension publication W 419. 2. Walz, T. The Importance of Colostrum to the Newborn Calf. University of Nebraska–Lincoln Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources. March 1, 2019. https://beef.unl.edu/beefwatch/importance-colostrum-newborn-calf. Retrieved Feb. 6, 2024. 3. Merck Animal Health FECRT database with 14,506 samples from 600 farms; based on data through 2023. 4. Glynn T. Tonsor. Kansas State University. Evaluation of 2024 Superior Livestock Auction data. 1.

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TEXAS

Randy Schmidt 903.278.7777

A 4th generation family-owned cattle operation in Whisett, Texas

RED BRANGUS

Registered | Commerial | Show Calves

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Schmidt Farms

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SALE SUMMARIES Power of the Brands Wharton, TX | September 12, 2026 Auctioneer: Bruce Miller Reported by: Cord Weinheimer Lots 19 Bulls 34 Females 13 Flushes 18 Embryos 10 Semen 94 Overall

Gross $196,992 $310,386 $115,453 $120,294 $55,250 $798,436

Average $10,368 $9,129 $8,881 $6,683 $5,525 $8,494

$28,000 — FLUSH OF MS MBJ LILY 225C2

$13,000 — SCC MS GROWTH FUND 541N2

Sired by MR PB EXTRA TALENT 971/10,

DOB 1/14/2025 UB10596090, sired by CB

sold to Bo Chapman of Twin Oaks Ranch,

GROWTH FUND 2051G11, consigned by

Menlo, GA.

Sewell Cattle Company, Inc., El Dorado,

$26,500 — MR MBJ MARCOS 225M8

AR, sold to Michael Sigler, Richland, IN.

DOB 11/6/24 RR10585435, sired by CX

$11,500 — WAT MS ADMIRAL 33N6

LEGENDS DREAM 3/B1, sold to La

DOB 10/10/2025 R10613393, sired by DMR

Providencia Brangus, Tamulipas, MEX.

ADMIRAL 535K13, consigned by Johnston Brangus, Letohatchee, AL, sold to Fred McCreary, Evergreen, AL.

SBBA Showcase Dothan, AL | September 26, 2026 Auctioneer: Lakin Oakley Reported by: Cade Blassingame

TOP LOTS: $38,000 — MR MBJ NET WORTH 236N2 DOB 11/16/25 RR10601492, sired by TR MBJ KNOCKOUT 104K, sold to Los Pinos Cattle Co., Hempstead, TX. $36,000 — EMBRYOS OF MS MBJ LILY

Lots 41 Females 7 Embryos 1 Semen 49 Overall

Gross $296,250 $23,325 $2,300 $321,875

Average $7,225 $3,332 $2,300 $4,285

225C2

TOP LOTS:

Sired by CX LEGENDS DREAM 610/U1, sold

$15,500 — MS DMR GROWTH FUND

to Los Pinos Cattle Co., Hempstead, TX.

99N14

$30,000 — MSS MBJ NINA 409N

DOB 3/27/2025 UB10599826, sired by CB

DOB 8/3/25 RR10591217, sired by MR

GROWTH FUND 2051G11, consigned by

SENDERO CEO 59K16, sold to sold to Los

Draggin' M/Circle F Farms, El Dorado, AR,

Pinos Cattle Co., Hempstead, TX.

sold to Riverbend Farms, Selma, AL.

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Selling 100 age advantaged bulls, a select group of registered females, and commercial females.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Calendar of events GenePlus @ Chimney Rock Fall Sale November 6–7, 2026 Concord, AR

The Branch Ranch Rough & Ready Bull Sale November 9, 2026 Mansfield, LA

Hicks Ranch Live Close Out

December 10, 2026

Vanna Farms Annual Production Sale December 10, 2026 Royston, GA

November 10, 2026

5th Annual Texas Drover’s Bull & Commerical Female Sale

ACE Bull & Female Sale @ Quail Valley Farms

December 12, 2026 Weimar, TX

November 14, 2026 Bullock County, AL

5th Annual Red-Land Cattle Sale

CDP Brangus Fall Production Sale

January 16, 2027 Bagwell, TX

November 18–19, 2026 El Dorado, AR

Cavender Ranches Annual Fall Production Sale November 20–21, 2026 Jacksonville, TX

5th Annual Pine Belt Alliance Sale November 28, 2026 Purvis, MS

GKB Cattle’s 3rd Annual Brangus Production Sale December 5, 2026 Desdemona, TX

MBJ Ranch and Trio Cattle Genetics – Power of the Brands Fall Embryo Offering

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Breed Improvement

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2nd Vice President --- Joe Fuller, TX

IJBBA Advisory

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Secretary/Treasurer --- Mark Perry, TX

EAST REGION

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Trey Cuevas, Purvis, MS - Seat 7 treycuevas3@yahoo.com Grady Green, El Dorado, AR - Seat 9 grady@dragginmranch.com Nic Cornelison, Flat Rock, AL - Seat 2 nic@lakemajestikfarms.com Kendall Stennett, Waynesboro, MS - Seat 3 kendall_stennett@yahoo.com

texas region

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mark@mpelectric.net Joe Fuller, Willow City, TX - Seat 5 jw.fuller@yahoo.com Jodi Jackson, Waco, TX - Seat 10 jodibjackson1990@gmail.com Gary Adamek, Schulenburg, TX - Seat 12

Callie DeLarm | cdelarm@gobrangus.com Director of Genomics & Research Macee Wagner | mwagner@gobrangus.com Director of Events & Education Lori Edwards-Dunkerley | ledwards@gobrangus.com

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IJbba Board of directors

Marlene Schwerin, Gentry, AR

President

Secretary

Gracie Johnson, TX

Tammy Perry, Comanche, TX

Vice President

Treasurer

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Connie Smart, Runge, TX

Secretary

Historian

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Emily Jackson, AR

Jennifer Walker, Ben Lomond, AR

Ex-Officio

At large

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Savannah Hanson, TX

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President

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Brandon Belt, Gatesville, TX

Josh Walker, Ben Lomond, AR - Seat 11

Secretary/Treasurer

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West Region Sharee Sankey, Council Grove, KS - Seat 13 sankeys6nranch@yahoo.com Matt Barton, Stillwater, OK - Seat 8 rangeroptics@gmail.com Warren Young, Blanchard, OK - Seat 4 wbydym@hotmail.com

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Long Term Planning

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Director Camille Burns, TX Director Camille Quebedeaux, LA

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ADVERTISING INDEX ALABAMA American Cattle Enterprise.......................................................15 Bar V Genetics...........................................................................34 Lake Majestik............................................................................34 Quail Valley Farms....................................................................15 Riverbend Farms......................................................................35 TTT Brangus Farm......................................................................34 ARIZONA Carter Brangus..........................................................................34 ARKANSAS Adams and Creasy Insurance Agency.......................................34 Big D Ranch..............................................................................34 CDP...........................................................................10,11,12,13 Chimney Rock Cattle Co...........................................................34 Draggin' M Ranch ....................................................................34 Pope Farms Brangus.................................................................34 Sewell Cattle Co., Inc.................................................................34 Red Bud Farms................................................................... 34,39 CALIFORNIA Spanish Ranch..........................................................................34 FLORIDA Fenco Farms/Flordia Prime.......................................................34 Great Mark Western..................................................................34 GEORGIA Bland Farms..............................................................................35 Char-No Farm ...........................................................................35 Circle F Farms...........................................................................35 Cobb Mtn Ranch.......................................................................35 Crooked Creek Cattle Company................................................35 FC Cattle Company...................................................................35 Greuel Family Brangus ............................................................35 Vanna Farms ...........................................................................6,7 KANSAS Merck Animal Health.......................................................... 32,33 Hurla.........................................................................................43 LOUISIANA Cross N Farms .................................................................... 27,35 Midsouth Cattle Company........................................................35 Soileau Cattle Company...........................................................35 The Branch Ranch.....................................................................35 Wiley Ranch..............................................................................35 MISSISSIPPI Double W Ranch.......................................................................35 T3 Brangus............................................................................ 9,35 MISSOURI GENEPLUS......................................................... 16,17,18,19,IBC Valley View Ranch.....................................................................35 Wyman Creek Cattle Company.................................................35 46

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TEXAS Cavender Ranches ...................................................24,25,27,41 Cox Excalibur Brangus .............................................................36 Cross F Cattle............................................................................36 Farris Ranching Company ........................................................36 Genesis Ranch .........................................................................36 GKB Cattle .......................................................................... 36,BC Hardee Farms ..........................................................................36 Hicks Ranch .............................................................................36 IBBA.................................................................................... 28,29 Jackson Family Brangus...........................................................36 K & L Brangus ...........................................................................36 Lambert, Doak..........................................................................34 Mound Creek Ranch.................................................................36 MP Brangus........................................................................IFC,36 Oak Creek Farms.......................................................................36 Oakley, Lakin............................................................................34 OK Farms..................................................................................36 Pennridge Ranch......................................................................37 Rafter 2 Ranch..........................................................................37 Ramro LLC/RJ Cattle Co.............................................................38 Schmidt Farms..........................................................................37 Tajo Ranch................................................................................37 Texas Ag Outfitters......................................................................5 Texas Drovers............................................................................22 TRIO Cattle & Genetics..............................................................37 Triple Crown Ranch ..................................................................36 Tuna Rosa Ranch.......................................................................37 Villa Ranch.......................................................................... 37,45 Wild M Brangus.....................................................................3,37 Wente Brangus.........................................................................37

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DARKHORSE LM DARKHORSE 59K7

The leadoff power bull from the Fall 2023 Chimney Rock Sale, Darkhorse is a smoother, more complete version of his sire. Darkhorse and his progeny carry themselves more correctly and attractively in their front 1/3 and underlines, with correct sheath designs, allowing for wide-ranging acceptance among bull buyers. His first progeny hit the ground running earlier this spring with the $38,000 G+ Catalyst 30N56 heading to Villa Ranch with several more trading in the Fall 2026 sale. Use Darkhorse on Brangus and UB females that need elite power without adding the coarseness or birthweight that comes with many high performance sires.

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