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The Magazine for Western Life JANUARY 2025

34th Annual

Roswell Brangus Bull & Female Sale and

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24 Mexico Has Become America’s Most Reliable Customer for US Dairy Exports 26 New Mexico Desert Flower and Chipmunk Protected as Endangered 28 NMDA’s $22.5 Million Budget Boosts Operations & Invests in Partner Program Coordination 38 How America Lost Control of the Bird Flu, Setting the Stage for Another Pandemic

10 NMCGA President’s Message

by Bronson Corn, President

12 Just the Facts ... & Then Some

by Caren Cowan, Publisher New Mexico Stockman

16 New Mexico CowBelles Jingle Jangle 33 New Mexico Beef Council Bullhorn 35 Riding Herd

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42 Change the Debate and Take Back Liberty Locally

36 News Update: Beef Decline in 2025, Beyond Meat, Ports, APHIS Updates Indemnity Program for HPAI on Poultry Farms 41 Beef It’s What’s for Dinner Recipe 48 New Mexico’s Old Times & Old Timers

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52 Collector’s Corner

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61 Marketplace 62 Seedstock Guide 65 Real Estate Guide 74 In Memoriam 82 View From the Backside

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80 Estimating the Investment Cost of Raising Replacement Heifers

by Hannah Baker, State Specialized Extension Agent, Beef & Forage Economics UF/IFAS Extension, Range Cattle Research & Education Center

83 2024 New Mexico Joint Stockmen’s Convention 91 New Mexico Junior High School Rodeo Brody Bisetti

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96 Advertisers’ Index New Mexico Stockman

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18 American Gelbvieh Junior Association Steer Profitability Challenge 22 USDA Allocates $165M to Protect Livestock From New World Screwworm

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94 New Mexico Rodeo Association 2024 Stock Contractor of the Year: 777 Rodeo Company

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by Nick Smith, Healthy Forests Healthy Communities

57 Virtual Fencing Using E-Collars on New Mexico Cattle Ranches

78 EU’s Corporate Sustainability Directive Comes with High Costs for American Businesses

56 Food & Fodder

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54 Sustaining Diverse Wildlife Habitats Requires Forest Management

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By Sarah Zimmerman, Editor, Agriculturedrive

on the cover If Mama Ain’t Happy by Jim Tschetter. With the increase in the bear population over the past several years, we now have to watch out for situations which we have never had to consider before. This was a Commissioned painting for the Cervid Research and Recovery Institute (CRRI), an organization devoted to research of Chronic Wasting Disease (specifically in Elk). The Painting and Limited Edition done from it will be used primarily to draw attention to, and raise money for their efforts.

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

by Bronson Corn NMCGA President

Bronson Corn President Roswell Tom Paterson President-Elect Luna Dave Kenneke NW Vice President Cimarron Jeff Decker SE Vice President Lovington Roy Farr SW Vice President Datil Cliff Copeland NE Vice President Nara Visa Becky King-Spindle Vice President at Large Moriarty Shacey Sullivan Secretary/Treasurer Peralta Loren Patterson Immediate Past President Corona Randell Major Past President

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an, I’m sure excited for 2025 to get rolling! We have a lot to look forward to in this New Year! It’s evident if we stick together there’s no telling what we can accomplish. We ranchers are a very rare breed, but there is nothing quite as strong as a bunch of ranchers banding together and drawing a line in the sand.

I am excited to say that the Department of Energy’s National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC) has been canceled due to the overwhelming pushback they have received from the agriculture community. It’s a wonderful sight to see that the government still respects the opinion and the voice of the Ag community.

I hope that all the states involved in this fight see that we will always be stronger together than we can ever be standing alone! Now, if we can get everyone to stay on the fight maybe we can get the America the Beautiful aka 30x30 defunded and revoked! We have the ear and attention of every politician and government agency in the USA since the DOE transmission line was canceled.

They were called out on a plan that had little to do with a transmission line and more to do with the more than 11 million acres they wanted to steal for their 30x30 agenda!

I want to touch on our Joint Stockmen’s Convention. What a great time that was! Holy Moly, I’m sure proud to be a part of this organization. The contagious support that we experienced was amazing and appreciated. The Cattleman’s College broke records for attendance and had topics that our membership wanted to learn about. I am proud of those that spent their time and effort to make this event so awesome, and I look forward to what next year has in store for us.

At our NMCGA General Session Meetings, we had a tremendous lineup of speakers and presenters that really stepped up to share what they know and what can be done to help. The attendance was phenomenal this year. I’m glad that y’all decided to come see what we were up to and come see my smiling face. Our YCLC had an awesome event!

The committee put on a dummy roping scholarship fundraiser during the NFR Watch Party, and it was a blast! Funny thing about that roping is that mysteriously enough I was entered several different times, but I never actually entered. Come to find out my dummy roping horse was either running off with me, or I couldn’t get him to leave the box on time. Regardless of the poor performance of my dummy roping horse, yours truly was on the 3rd place team.

During the event, we had a 360 photo shoot stage in the back of the room, sponsored by American AgCredit. There may or may not be a video of me and Loren Patterson showing off our dance moves, but you may have to come back next year to see that video!

We had an amazing set of award winners this year, and I’m truly honored to know these individuals. This year’s Ranch Family of the Year was the Randell Major Family. Their roots run deep in NM, and I was proud that they were able to be recognized.

The Inspector of the Year award goes to Steven Howard. You should be proud, Steven. You had a lot of support letters, and you are well respected!

The Green from the Ground Up award went to Dave Kenneke. Dave exemplifies what dedication and perseverance in land management can do for an operation. The Ayudando Siempre Alli, which is our Friend of the Organization award, goes to Bill Williams. Bill never shies away from a fight, and he’s always going to stand up for what’s right no matter what is affecting our industry and livelihoods.

The Bruce and Alice King Service award went to Howard Hutchinson. For a recovered environmentalist, Howard is an invaluable resource that I’m proud to claim on our team!

Last but not least, our Cattleman of the Year award winner is Pat Woods. My friend was a cowboy long before he was a Senator! If there was ever a man deserving of an award, Pat Woods deserves it!

All that being said, I’m Proud of our Team, and I’m proud of our organization!

John 14:6

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JUST THE FACTS ... & THEN SOME

by Caren Cowan, Publisher New Mexico Stockman

Old World Screw Worms

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urns out there is no difference between the New World Screw Worm and the ones that invaded the Southern U.S. in the 1960s. This “new” one is present in the New World tropics. It is still widespread in tropical and subtropical parts of the Caribbean and South America, and import of infected animals from endemic areas risks reintroducing the fly to areas where it has been eradicated.

Never missing an opportunity for propaganda, climate change is listed as one of the reasons for this new outbreak.

The New World screw worm fly was the first species on which the sterile insect technique was tested and then applied in a natural environment, resulting in the control and systematic eradication of this species from North and Central America, as well as parts of the Caribbean since the 1950s.

Reading up on screw worms there is a lot of information in Florida and Texas but not so much about other Southern and South-

western states. I can tell you what it was like for a child in southern Arizona not far from the Mexican border. The worst outbreak hit us in mid to late summer.

The weather was the typical two seasons for that part of the world – hot or wind, or both. We rounded up every animal on the ranch. Everything went through the chute and all wounds were stuffed with Co-Ral on a cotton ball. The advent of Co-Ral was a blessing. Prior to that, Peerless Screw Worm Killer, a pink liquid; EQ 335 smear; and another smear were available for treatment.

However they were not very effective and the worms had to be dug out of the wound prior to application – a nasty job.

I don’t know how many cattle we lost, but it had to be plenty. We suffered another family loss during the Co-Ral operation. Dad had a beautiful Australian Shepard that was his best friend. Blue jumped up in the saddle to ride with Dad and slept with his nose in

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one of Dad’s boots. I am sure my love of blue dogs started with that Blue dog.

Blue ate one of those Co-Ral cotton balls and died. It was a terrible loss.

The nightmare eventually ended with one of the greatest things the government ever did for the livestock industry. In cooperation with Mexico, the US began dropping boxes of sterile male flies to mate with females and stop fly production.

It took several months to begin to work, but eventually the flies were eradicated. That treatment is already underway to keep the Central American screw worm outbreak under control.

Additionally the US Department of Agriculture has stopped the import of cattle from Mexico.

On the other hand…

We often joke about “we are from the government and are here to help.” The government hasn’t done its due diligence when it comes to Bird Flu. After months of inaction, the USDA Animal Plant Health Inspection Service has decided to help. That help comes in the form of costly new regulations that will make it more difficult for egg producers to comply and will continue to drive egg prices up. We paid 50 cents an egg for our last carton!

Federal officials are cracking down on poultry operations looking for taxpayer relief from bird f lu losses and will now require a biosecurity audit before insuring birds against future avian influenza outbreaks. The biosecurity requirement is an attempt to rein in the cost of compensating

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growers, who are required to euthanize their entire flock when bird flu is detected. Producers are reimbursed for the market value of the birds they had to euthanize, according to the Minnesota Star Tribune.

Poultry operations that don’t comply with beefed-up biosecurity requirements “will not be eligible for indemnity payments if the premises experiences future infections within the same outbreak,” the USDA said.

What’s up with that?

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JINGLE JANGLE

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024 was a year full of great things for the New Mexico CowBelles. Our Annual meeting and District Meeting were both well attended and well received.

Our Past Presidents Reception had a great turn out. ANCW President Ruth Coffey delivered a great message of history and foundation of our beloved organization. She also installed our new officer team and set the tone as she passed us the keys to our individual doors to go forward with.

We appreciate her and everyone who attended.

Our Cowbelle of the Year went to the much deserved Nancy Phelps. We appreciate her so much in everything she adds to our organization. We would also like to say a great big thank you to State Representative Harlan Vincent for his sponsorship of our meeting.

We are looking forward to hosting two District Workshops. Aiming at one in the Eastern part and one in the Western part of the state. Dates are pending and will be released soon.

2025 is going to be great and we are looking forward to all that is in store.

Remember each and every one of your stories matters!

The Yucca CowBelles and Wool Growers held their December meeting and Christmas party Tuesday December 3rd at CVE in Artesia, with 10 members in attendance. Kyler Bowerman was hostess. President Joan Kincaid called the meeting to order. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Karen Patterson, and Tina Kincaid read the CowBelle Creed.

The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Tricia Monk gave the Treasurer’s report. Some members still need to pay Dues. Correspondence was shared and Christmas cards were signed for residents at Grammy’s House and Assurance Home. Sign up for hostess for 2025 meetings was passed around, along with proposed programs for the year.

Next year’s Christmas party was also announced to be at the home of Lauren Marbach. Polar Express is the planned theme. Outstanding CowBelle awards were given to Lauren Marbach, Karen Patterson and Becky Waldrop. All appreciate their dedication and hard work for CowBelles. After the meeting adjourned everyone enjoyed a Christmas ornament and cookie exchange. Each member shared a favorite Bible verse and/or famous quote. Joan also shared a list of “Eight Gifts That Don’t Cost A Cent”. The group all enjoyed lunch together after-

ward, at La Fonda, courtesy of the club.

Respectfully submitted, Tina Kincaid Secretary New Mexico CowBelles: Thank you to all who have submitted their news to Jingle Jangle. Please send minutes and/ or newsletters by the 15th of each month to Jingle Jangle, Janet Witte, 1860 Foxboro Ct., Las Cruces, NM 88007 or email: janetwitte@msn.com

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Congratulations to our 2024 CowBelle of the Year, Nancy Phelps! Nancy is a steadfast champion for beef promotion and education. A member of the Chamiza CowBelles, past state president, and current member of the board for Beef Council, she is unwavering in her support for our industry.

– Blessings, Corrina Casler, NMCB President Powderhorn CattleWomen met in the home of Sarah Fitzgerald with Beverly Overton as co-hostess. There were eight members in attendance and three guests aka Future Beef Promoters.

All enjoyed a Chinese Gift Exchange, drew for door prizes, then had a wonderful Lunch of Brisket, Mashed Potatoes, two salads, Hot Rolls and Banana Pudding pie and Pecan Pie and Fruit cake. The group collected four blankets and $127 for Shop with a Cop. Everyone missed those that could not attend. Mary McClain, Sec.

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Meet your 2025 NMCB Executive Officers (r to l): Terri Anne Knight – Vice President, Corrina CaslerPresident, Misti Orr – President Elect, Shelly Frost – Treasurer, Michelle Greeman – Past President, Tanya Yaste – Secretary (not pictured). Congratulations Ladies!

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American Gelbvieh Junior Association Steer Profitability Challenge

involvement by creating new relationships a. Junior (ages 8-11 as of January 1, between the existing branches of AGF, AGJA, 2025) and AGA and providing new opportunities b. Intermediate (ages 12-15 as of for AGJA membership within AGA January 1, 2025) activities. c. Senior (ages 16-21 as of January AGJA members who participate in the 1, 2025) AGJA Steer Profitability Challenge will have 4. Participants must submit a completed the opportunity to learn more about the portfolio to the AGA Office by September 1, cattle feeding industry, what happens to 2025. cattle after they leave a cow-calf operation, and how Gelbvieh-influenced cattle fit into Cattle Delivery that industry. Participants will deliver cattle 1. Animals arrived at Kinsley Feeders near to the feedlot to be fed and evaluated next to Kinsley, KS between December 9 and 13, the AGF Scale & Rail Contest cattle and com- 2024. plete a portfolio outlining their event participation from start to finish. All cattle Cattle Requirements must align with AGF Scale & Rail contest 1. Each participant must submit a group requirements and will also be eligible for of three steers for the contest.

Scale & Rail contest awards. Below is a com2. Steers may be home-raised or purhe American Gelbvieh Junior Associa- plete list of details and requirements for all chased by the participant. tion (AGJA) and American Gelbvieh participants.

3. All steers must have at least one regisFoundation (AGF) have partnered to tered Gelbvieh or Balancer parent. host the Steer Profitability Challenge along- Rules and Guidelines 4. All steers must weigh a minimum of side the Annual AGF Scale & Rail Contest 1. Participants must complete an online 750 lbs. with a maximum of 900 lbs. by hosted in Kinsley, Kansas at Kinsley Feeders. entry form by December 1, 2024.

December 13, 2024.

This event fulfills AGF’s commitment to 2. Participants must be a current 5. All steers must be born January 1, 2024, youth development and fits into the AGJA dues-paying member of the AGJA. or later.

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is recommended that steers are closer to a minimum of 45 days weaned before delivery, as the cattle will be more successful in this program.

7. Participants should only enter lively, healthy cattle that have been relatively treatment-free prior to arriving at the feedyard.

This will also allow cattle to be as successful in the program as possible and will help minimize death loss.

8. The AGJA Steer Profitability Challenge will accept commercial (sire-identified) and/ or registered steers.

9. Steers are required to have a DNA test and must be sire verified. Tissue samples will be taken at Kinsley Feeders for these DNA tests, and cost will be the responsibility of the AGF. 10. All steers will receive an EID tag upon arrival at the feedyard.

Ownership and Financial Information 1. Participants will retain full ownership of the steers throughout the contest.

2 . T h is is a ter m i na l contest – no exceptions.

3. Participants will be responsible for the cost of feed, yardage, vaccinations, veterinary costs associated with morbidity and loss due to mortality. All costs will be billed to participants directly by the feed yard.

4. Feeding cattle has risks. Participants may seek individual insurance policies for steers submitted to the AGJA Steer Profitability Challenge if they wish.

5. The feed yard will deduct any unpaid costs from the sale of the animal to the packer at harvest time from the gross revenue of the sale and the owner will be paid the net balance.

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folio.** Awards will be provided as follows: 1. Champion Junior Pen of Steers* – belt buckle sponsored by AGF 2. Champion Intermediate Pen of Steers* – belt buckle sponsored by AGF 3. Champion Senior Pen of Steers* – belt buckle sponsored by AGF 4. Champion Junior Portfolio** – belt buckle sponsored by AGF 5. Champion Intermediate Portfolio** – belt buckle sponsored by AGF 6. Champion Senior Portfolio** – belt buckle sponsored by AGF *For the Champion Pen of Steers awards to be separated by these three age divisions, there must be a minimum of five pens of steers submitted in each division. If the minimum is not met, all AGJA Steer Profitability Challenge cattle will be entered into one division. **Regardless of the presence of different divisions in the steer portion of the contest, all contestants will be separated into three age divisions for the portfolio portion of the contest. ***Junior cattle may be a mix of Gelbvieh and Balancer and do not need to be a siregroup to still be eligible for AGF Scale & Rail contest awards. Adults participants must follow original Scale & Rail rules.

There will also be an opportunity for the top three high scoring Senior portfolio participants to earn a $500 scholarship sponsored by the AGF. The participants that submitted the three highest scoring portfolios will be invited to participate in an interview process during the 2025 AGA Convention. This interview will be conducted by a qualified panel of experts in the cattle feeding industry to assess the participant’s knowledge gained through the contest.

Results of this interview process will be announced during the 2025 AGA Convention Year-End Banquet.

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Value of Feed Efficiency Tucumcari Bull Test Sale — Sat., March 8, 2025 • • • • •

VALUE OF FEED EFFICIENCY ASSUMPTIONS:

Assuming these bulls (actual data from 2021 test) were steers in feedlot, grown from 700 -1400 lbs (700# Gain) Cost of feed $185/ton, 62% DM, yardage at $0.25/head/day Bull will sire 100 calves in lifetime, calf crop is 50% his genetics, 40% Heritability of FE Assumes a bull at 80% ratio for FE does not add any value, other bulls compared to him This does not include value of keeping females who are more feed efficient

Bull ADG Feed:Gain Days fed Yardage A B C D E

4.25 3.54 3.67 3.63 2.84

3.91 5.31 7.27 9.10 8.27

165 198 191 193 246

$ 41.18 $ 49.44 $ 47.68 $ 48.21 $ 61.62

Feed amount to get 700# gain 4,414.52 5,995.16 8,208.06 10,274.19 9,337.10

Feed Cost

Total cost

$ 408.34 $ 554.55 $ 759.25 $ 950.36 $ 863.68

$ 449.52 $ 603.99 $ 806.93 $ 998.57 $ 925.30

$ saved compared to Bull E $ 475.78 $ 321.31 $ 118.37 $ (73.27) $-

100 calves @50% dna from sire $ 23,789.10 $ 16,065.69 $ 5,918.56 $ (3,663.55) $-

40% Herit. Bull Effic. Value (BEV) $ 9,515.64 $ 6,426.27 $ 2,367.43 $ (1,465.42) $-

Don’t make a $10,981.06 Bull Buying mistake!

This chart just shows the added value of keeping calves through the feedlot out of proven feed efficient sires. What would be the value of having replacement females that are more efficient in feed conversion? We believe you will see increased weaning weights, improved fertility, increased stocking rates, and lowered supplemental feed costs.

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For More Information — Marcy Ward, Test Director 575-644-3379 • MWard@nmsu.edu TucBullTest.nmsu.edu • DVAuction.com

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USDA Allocates $165M to Protect Livestock from New World Screwworm

by Sarah Zimmerman, Editor, AGRICULTUREDRIVE Dive Brief: ЇЇ The U.S. Department of Agriculture dedicated $165 million in emergency funding to prevent New World screwworm from reaching the United States after the flesh-eating maggot was found in Mexico for the first time in decades. ЇЇ The money will be used to beef up surveillance and animal health checkpoints, according to a release.

The USDA is also working with partners to eradicate the pest in Mexico and Central America and reestablish a biological border in Panama. ЇЇ The U.S. last month paused cattle imports from Mexico after the country found the pest near the Guatemala border. The National Cattlemen’s Beef

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Association said the return of New World screwworm to the U.S. would be “devastating.”

Dive Insight: New World screwworm poses a significant threat to livestock: The pest can enter an animal through an open wound and feed on their living flesh, which can lead to death.

The U.S. successfully eradicated the pests in the 1960s using sterile flies. At the time, the larvae were costing producers an estimated $50 million to $100 million in losses a year.

However, detections in Mexico throughout the 1970s caused f lareups in the southwestern U.S. The outbreaks prompted the two countries to team up and successfully eradicate the fly in Mexico in 1986, according to a USDA reference guide.

Over the last two years, New World screwworm has moved north from a biolog-

ical barrier the U.S. helped establish in Panama. The fly has been found in Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Honduras and Guatemala.

Increased livestock movement and land use changes from deforestation have allowed the fly to escape traditional containment areas, according to the North American Invasive Species Management Association.

Rising temperatures linked to climate change have also led to more favorable conditions for the flies to spread.

U.S. Ranchers have been asked to remain on high alert for the fly, which has orange eyes and three dark stripes across its back.

Infestations can be difficult to detect early in animals, according to the NAISMA, with symptoms like enlarged wounds, discomfort and visible larvae appearing after significant damage has already occurred.

“The current outbreaks in Central America demonstrate the need for USDA to increase its investment in NWS eradication and prevention,” Jenny Lester Moffitt, USDA Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs, said in a statement. “If NWS were to spread to the United States, it would result in significant economic losses and threats to animal health and welfare.”

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Saturday, March 1, 2025, 12 pm

Viewing on Friday 2/28/25 & Saturday 3/1/25 until sale time.

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Mexico Has Become America’s Most Reliable Customer for U.S. Dairy Exports

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.S. dairy exports are approaching record levels as consumer demand for dairy products in Mexico continues to outpace the country’s production. Mexico is the leading export market for U.S. dairy

products, accounting for more than onefourth of international sales. All told, Mexico purchases 4.5 percent of U.S. milk production via dairy products and ingredients.

While milk production in Mexico has grown annually since 2011, it hasn’t been enough to keep pace with surging demand.

Dairy product consumption in Mexico has increased by 50 pounds per capita since 2011.

According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, the upside potential for increasing U.S. dairy sales to Mexico remains strong and broader export market opportunities are positioning the U.S. dairy industry for long-term growth.

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“Dairy product sales to Mexico have the potential for continued growth as more consumers enter the middle class and seek higher quality proteins and fats,” said Corey Geiger, lead dairy economist with CoBank.

“Mexico faces an annual dairy product deficit ranging between 25 to 30 percent, and the U.S. supplies over 80 percent of that shortfall. Beyond Mexico, the U.S. has strong growth prospects in the wider dairy export market that will be increasingly important as new dairy processing capacity comes online.”

The European Union and New Zealand currently hold the top two spots for global dairy exports, but milk production in those regions has stalled. Greenhouse gas reduction policies have constrained production in the EU, and New Zealand has likely reached its peak cow population due to land constraints.

Growth prospects for U.S. dairy both domestically and abroad triggered an $8 billion investment in new processing plants that will be ramping up production over the next two years. By the middle of 2025, nearly 20 million pounds of new milk is expected to be flowing through those plants. That means more cheese, whey and other dairy proteins will be seeking a home, and exports are expected to be a major destination for those products.

A generation ago, almost all the milk and dairy foods produced in the U.S. were sold domestically. Today, the milk from one in six tanker trucks leaving American farms is processed into dairy products and ingredients sold to other countries.

Free trade agreements have been instrumental to export growth for dairy and other agricultural products, Geiger noted. Prior to the implementation of the North American Free Trade Agreement in 1994, the U.S. exported just $211 million in dairy products to Mexico.

By 2011, Mexico became America’s first $1 billion dairy export market. Dairy exports to Mexico surpassed $2 billion in 2022 under t he Un ited St ates-Mex ico- C a nad a Agreement.

U.S. dairy exports to Mexico totaled 1.38 billion pounds in 2023, and the 10-year growth rate for U.S. dairy sales to Mexico is 42 percent, according to USDA data. Geiger said the dairy industry is hoping that trajectory continues.

“As the industry prepares for future demand, producers and processors hope Mexico will one day purchase a significant portion of America’s milk production in the form of dairy products and ingredients,” he said.

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New Mexico Desert Flower Protected as Endangered

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he U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) has protected the swale paintbrush as endangered under the Endangered Species Act. This 19-inch-tall, yellow-reddish flower is only known to survive in one spot in southwest New Mexico.

In former times swale paintbrushes lived

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Today they’re only known to survive in a single location in New Mexico; they haven’t been seen in Mexico since 1985. The remaining New Mexican population exists on a 28-acre swath of private land.

In addition to their extremely limited distribution, swale paintbrushes are imperiled by drought from climate change and potential trampling by livestock. Historically the plant was reduced through habitat loss and fragmentation, human alterations in the hydrology of the swales it favors, loss of

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natural fire that curbed the encroachment of woody vegetation and regenerated the grasses the flower’s roots parasitize, intensive grazing pressure, and nonnative plants.

The Service will develop a recovery plan for swale paintbrushes that will likely call for reintroducing them to other habitats to ensure the species survives if the current known population is wiped out..

The swale paintbrush was first petitioned for protection in 2007 by WildEarth Guardians, but it took a 2020 lawsuit by the Center for Biological Diversity (CDB) to ensure a deadline by which the protections were enacted.

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New Mexico Chipmunk Protected by Endangered Species Act Rio Grande Cutthroat Trout Listing Denied

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he U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) has added the Peñasco least chipmunk of southeastern New Mexico to the list of endangered species. The Service also designated 4,386 acres on the Lincoln National Forest as critical habitat for the chipmunks.

Peñasco least chipmunks are a subspecies of least chipmunk native to the Sacramento Mountains including their spur, the White Mountains, the only region where they’re currently found.

The WildEarth Guardians (WEG) petitioned to add the Peñasco least chipmunk to the endangered list in 2011, but it took a Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) lawsuit last year to secure an agreement with the FWS to set a timeline to determine whether the chipmunk, as well as 12 other disappearing animals, would be listed.

The FWS also denied Endangered Species Act protection for Rio Grande cutthroat trout, which are found in New Mexico and Colorado.

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he New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) is requesting $22.5 million in state funding for fiscal year 2026, which covers a range of priorities for the department. The request represents a 6.7 percent increase in NMDA’s operating budget from fiscal year 2025.

“We are committed to fostering an even stronger and more resilient agricultural sector New Mexico, and this budget proposal is a vital step in that direction,” said New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte.

The NMDA FY26 budget request supports operations such as adding an agricultural water resilience coordinator position, as well as meeting market development and acequia and ditch fund needs.

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FY25 requested funding totaled $1,370,000, but available funds were $790,675; FY24 requested funding was $1,449,255, with $792,656 available; FY23 requested funding was $1,151,000, with $794,657 available.

There are 14 active associations, but in FY24, two associations completely depleted funding and one association has only minimal remaining balances due to a high level of activity.

The requested amount would bring this fund to $1,250,000.

Value-added market development (non-recurring funding) Increasing demands for New Mexico agricultural products requires a larger investment in the New Mexico Grown Approved Supplier Program. The program is designed to grow and diversify New Mexico producers selling to schools and other institutions. ЇЇ The Approved Supplier Program helps ensure fresh produce that moves through schools, early child care facilities and senior centers is safe, traceable and originates from a garden or farm using thorough and current food safety practices. The program also helps connect farmers with buyers across the state and streamlines internal purchasing processes. ЇЇ

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This request also addresses salary compression, which occurs when starting salaries for new employees are in close proximity to those of longstanding employees despite differences in skills, experience, performance, seniority or tenure.

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Employee health insurance funds ЇЇ

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illiam “Bilo” Wallace II and his family have operated the historic Hacienda Rancho Corralitos in northern Mexico for four generations.

Wallace grew up on the 60,000-acre cattle ranch near Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, and took over its operations after earning a bachelor’s degree in animal and range sciences from New Mexico State University in 1968.

Wallace credits his alma mater – and professors like Dan Dwyer, Jack Ruttle and Lewis Holland – for teaching him the skills that helped him grow the family ranch into a successful international business. Today, he raises upwards of 1,300 calves each year with four full-time employees, including his two sons, one of whom also graduated from NMSU. “I’m a third-generation rancher, and I’ve lived here on this ranch all my life,” Wallace said. “We are very lucky because we’re only about 150 miles from the United States, and we raise our calves and ship them to the U.S. market.”

It was NMSU’s prime location along the U.S.-Mexico border that most appealed to Wallace, who decided early in life to follow his family’s footsteps into the cattle industry.

NMSU’s proximity to Casas Grandes – a three-hour drive – meant he could easily visit the ranch on weekends. Although he was active in the agricultural fraternity Alpha Gamma Rho, Wallace said he mostly concentrated on school-work during his time at NMSU. After graduating, he went straight to working on his ranch, taking what he learned to streamline operations.

“What helped me the most was learning how to better our ranching practices and understanding the business side of things,” he said.

Even as he ran his family ranch, Wallace found time to serve as the president of the Chihuahua Cattleman’s Association, a role in which he became a leading advocate for livestock producers in Chihuahua. He also served as the head of the Chihuahua Animal Health Committee, which helps producers implement USDA regulations on steers and heifers entering the U.S., and was part of a binational committee working to eradicate t u b e rc u lo s i s a nd br u c e l lo s i s i n livestock.

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Beef Ads for the Holidays NMBC launched a digital out-of-home advertising campaign targeting grocery stores and other relevant retail locations. Ads were strategically placed on screens near store entrances, at checkout, and throughout the store footprint. The campaign promoted Beef as the ideal choice for holiday meals, showcasing its versatility and featuring Appetizers, Roasts, and other Holiday recipes.

This campaign effectively reached consumers across the entire state of New Mexico, delivering impactful messages at the point of purchase. Ads included direct calls-to-actions and embedded QR codes which provide consumers easy access to BIWFD recipe content while inspiring shoppers to choose Beef for their next meal.

Family, Fun, and Football at Ag Day 2024 The New Mexico Department of Agriculture and the New Mexico State University College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences hosted this street-fest event with booths that featured family and kid-friendly activities showcasing agricultural learning. The New Mexico Beef Council (NMBC) was happy to sponsor this annual event taking place prior to the NMSU homecoming football game that took place in November. The NMBC partnered with Doña Ana County Farm Bureau to serve delicious beef brisket slider samples to the crowds. Pistol Pete posed for a T-bone Steak photo-op with his friend Kate Cooper while Kimberly Stone, NMBC Vice Chair, handed out I-Heart-Beef stickers to smiling kids of all ages. Families enjoyed the educational Beef Cuts Chart and received a clear stadium bag and fun beef educational items for kids.

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From Gate to Plate: A Comprehensive Beef Experience at NMSU The New Mexico Beef Council provided a true Gate to Plate experience in November at NMSU with their Hotel Tourism and Restaurant Management (HRTM) program. The day included many interactive opportunities for the students at both the NMSU Meat Lab and in the HRTM Classroom. The event began with a tour of the NMSU cattle feedyard, led by Dr. Shanna Ivey and Dr. Eric Scholljegerdes, where participants learned about cattle management and feeding practices. The group then visited the NMSU Meat Lab, where Dr. Francine Giotto discussed meat grading and the meat science program. Eleck Stone and Kate Cooper, NMSU students from ranching families, shared insights into the life and challenges of cattle producers. Jacob Painter demonstrated meat grading and breaking down a carcass, with assistance from the Meat Judging team. In the HRTM Kitchen, Chef Jon Young led a cooking session, teaching participants to prepare a unique beef recipe.

Kate Schulz then discussed the nutritional benefits of beef, emphasizing high-quality protein in a balanced diet. The day concluded with a final discussion led by Kate Schulz and Carollann Romo, allowing attendees to ask questions and engage in dialogue. Overall, the event provided a comprehensive exploration of the beef industry, from cattle feedyards to the dinner table, highlighting the importance of beef in nutrition and culinary arts.

YOUR CHECKOFF DOLLARS AT WORK ON ESPN! The New Mexico Beef Council (NMBC) was thrilled to sponsor the Isleta New Mexico Bowl held on December 28th at University Stadium in Albuquerque. Mouths watered as crowds passed by the NMBC’s cheeseburger banner that was placed at the stadium’s main entrance. The National TV Viewership reached upward towards 3,000,000, with a sideline banner and the “Beef It’s What’s for Dinner” logo being seen loud and clear. Two Public Address Announcements with concurrent logo recognition on the video boards impressed that “lean beef has over 10 essential nutrients in about 170 calories”, during the bowl game. The NMBC was very pleased to have the opportunity to co-brand with the Isleta New Mexico Bowl and Albuquerque’s own, “The Daily Jerky” to include beef jerky in swag bags to 360 coaches, trainers, managers, players and staff from both teams.

Local Beef Directory We are working on compiling a list of places to purchase beef from locally owned ranches, retailers and packers.

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NMBC Directors Joe Chavez Feeder 505-486-3228

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RIDING HERD

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An Accidental Greenie

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hen people come to my house for the first time they ask for my address so they can program it into their GPS. I don’t mess with all that stuff so I tell them, “Turn on such and such road and keep going until you come to the house with a herd of cows in the front yard.”

“You have cows in your front yard!” they always ask.

“Sure. I admit they aren’t real cows; instead of muscle and bone my cows are made from rebar and cement, red clay pottery and plastic. I even have a tall, mean lookin’ cowboy with a handlebar mustache to watch over them, although he hasn’t made any sudden moves in the 40 years we’ve lived here.”

I have one concrete cow that must weigh at least a couple hundred pounds that is so valuable that I chained her to a subterranean mass of concrete and steel. I did so because one Halloween night some hooligans were

attempting to pilfer my best cow in the dark “Is that right? You don’t see any of those of night. Little did they know that my gal-darn things on my roof do ya? If I wanted bedroom is not 20 yards from my prized them don’t you think I’d already have them? concrete cow so I heard the strains and And I don’t need the state paying for them grunts of three would-be rustlers busting a either. What kind of racket are they runnin’ gut as they tried to corral her. So I grabbed anyway? That’s what’s wrong with this state, my menacing looking BB gun and went out they’re giving everything away. I tell ya, all on my porch where they couldn’t see me and those politicians in the state capitol belong told them in no uncertain terms, “No city in the hoosegow.” dudes are gonna rustle my cow and if you That didn’t stop him from launching into don’t vamoose I’ll give every one of you a a memorized spiel claiming that it was folks load of buckshot in your backside.” I also like me causing global warming and that my mentioned in my best John Wayne impres- lifestyle was somehow causing natural disassion that, “The remedy for cattle rustling in ters somewhere in Africa. Then he said we these parts is hanging.” simply had to ban the internal combustion I guess they took me seriously because engine by 2035 and achieve net zero carbon they all turned tail and dove into the back of emissions by 2050 or, “WE WERE ALL an already escaping pickup as they tried to GONNA DIE.” steal away. Although I got their license plate “Listen buddy-boy, I’m what you might number I didn’t call the cops because around call an accidental greenie. Me and Mrs. Pitts here we tend to settle our own disputes. The never had any bambinos scampering around word must have spread because in the ten the place so when we die that will be the end years since then we haven’t had any further of the Pitts strain to which I belong. And if run-ins with poachers, rustlers or grifters. you and all your fellow generation XYZ’ers Well, that last sentence isn’t entirely true would follow our example that would end because one low-life carefully wound his way the climate change crises right there. That is through my herd and knocked on my front what you wanted, right?” door. “What do you want?” I asked once Then I turned purple and said in what again using my best John Wayne voice. might be construed as a semi-violent manner, He mustered up his courage and asked “So if I want to drive a car that you don’t plug me, “I was wondering if you’ve noticed lately in, live in a house without any Chinese made that your electric bills are higher?” panels on my roof, eat beef from farting “Listen pilgrim, around these parts you cattle and ride herd over my concrete cows don’t go asking about another man’s that’s my business. Got it mister?” business.”

That old boy was last seen running away “The reason I was asking is because the with my herd of concrete cows in pursuit. I state of California is offering to give you free guess the climate around here didn’t agree solar panels.” with him.

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NEWS UPDATE

by Melissa Sue Sorrells, meatingplace.com

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Trimmed Stake: Beyond Meat CEO Sells Shares

eyond Meat CEO Ethan Brown sold a total of 475,772 shares of the company on Dec. 12 and 13, according to SEC filings.

The total value of these sales — minus exercise price, withholding tax obligations and broker fees — amounted to approximately US$1.48 million.

Following the trades, Brown holds approximately 1,700,000 shares of Beyond.

These trades follow lackluster third quarter financial results, with analyst Ken Goldman with J.P.Morgan noting, “Though we appreciate that fundamentals are on a better path, it’s likely going to be a long time before free cash flow is positive.”

Beyond Meat also still has a challenge in its $1.1 billion long-term debt that comes due in March 2027.

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USDA Projects Beef Production to Decline in 2025

by Meghan Grebner, Brownfield Ag News

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n its latest Supply and Demand report, the USDA has lowered its beef production estimate for 2025.

The U.S. border remains closed to imports of feeder cattle from Mexico to prevent New World screwworm from entering the United States.

Scott Brown says that largely impacted the USDA’s December numbers. “USDA told us for their 2025 beef production estimate they turned out here in December 25.7 billion pounds of beef to be produced,” he says. That’s a reduction of 615 million pounds from what they said in November.”

While a date hasn’t been established for imports to resume, he tells Brownfield the idea that we’ll be without Mexican cattle for all of 2025 might be a little extreme. “But, the USDA has tended to take this strategy in other commodities when trade has been disrupted like this,” he says.

In mid-December the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced $165 million in emergency funding from the Commodity Credit Corporation to protect U.S. livestock and other animals from the pest. The funding would also help the USDA’s ongoing efforts to control its spread.

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by Chris Moore, meatingplace.com ooming uncertainty around contract negotiations between the International Longshoremen’s Association and the U.S. Maritime Alliance is already affecting U.S. red meat exports, according to Dan Halstrom, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation.

The talks, which broke down in mid-November over automation issues, have shown little progress. Although a tentative agreement on wages was reached in early October, and a temporary extension of the existing labor agreement ended a three-day work stoppage, that extension expires on January 15.

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Ocean carriers have begun announcing surcharges related to the potential strike, forcing exporters to divert shipments to other ports where possible.

Currently, 45 percent of waterborne U.S. pork exports and 30 percent of beef exports move through East and Gulf Coast ports, representing about $100 million in U.S. red meat shipped weekly. Another strike could severely limit shipping options, especially for chilled products, and damage the U.S. reputation as a reliable supplier

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APHIS Updates Indemnity Program for HPAI on Poultry Farms

by Industry News, The National Provisioner

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s part of its ongoing efforts to stop the further spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza and give farmers tools to help combat the disease, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has announced an interim final rule that updates the conditions for poultry facilities to receive indemnity and compensation after testing positive for HPAI. Based on evidence that strong biosecurity measures remain the most

effective strategy to combat HPAI, APHIS will now require that farmers undergo a biosecurity audit before restocking their poultry after an HPAI detection, and before receiving future indemnity payments.

“During the outbreak of HPAI in 2014 and 2015, U.S. poultry owners made great improvements to biosecurity to protect their flocks, which greatly reduced the presence of HPAI among the country’s poultry flock,” said Dr. Rosemary Sifford, USDA chief veterinary officer. “Biosecurity is proven to be our best weapon in fighting this virus, and this update will ensure that poultry producers who received indemnity for HPAI are taking measures to stop future introductions of the disease and avoiding actions that contribute to its spread.”

Data shows that most poultry farmers have in place strong biosecurity plans and are able to prevent reinfection. Since the beginning of the current HPAI outbreak in 2022, APHIS has made indemnity payments to over 1,200 producers; of these, 67 unique commercial poultry premises have had at least two HPAI infections during the current outbreak, including 18 premises infected three or more times. Those with reinfections have received over $365 million in indemnity payments, out of nearly $1.1 billion that has been distributed in total.

Under the interim final rule, if a commercial poultry farm affected by HPAI wants to restock their poultry and be eligible for future indemnity on that restock, the premises will be required to pass a biosecurity audit by APHIS before restocking. APHIS will also require a biosecurity audit for commercial poultry premises within the “buffer zone” (minimal seven-kilometer radius around the infected zone) prior to movement of poultry onto the premises if the owner wishes to be eligible for future indemnity for the poultry moved onto the premises.

Additionally, APHIS will not pay indemnity for flocks moved onto premises in active infected zones if the flocks become infected with HPAI within 14 days following the dissolution of the control area around an active infected premises. A producer who does not make corrections recommended in APHIS’ biosecurity audit will not be eligible for indemnity payments if the premises experiences future infections within the same outbreak.

This interim final rule will be effective upon publication in the Federal Register. At that time, APHIS will accept public comments at www.regulations.gov. All comments must be submitted on or before March 3, 2025. After the comment period closes, APHIS will publish another document in the Federal Register including a discussion of any comments received and any amendments the agency is making to the rule.

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How America Lost Control of the Bird Flu, Setting the Stage for Another Pandemic

To understand how the bird flu got out of hand, KFF Health News interviewed nearly 70 government officials, farmers and farmworkers, and researchers with expertise in virology, pandemics, veterinary medicine, and more.

Together with emails obtained from local health departments through public records requests, this investigation revealed key problems, including deference to the farm

by Amy Maxmen, kffhealthnews.org industry, eroded public health budgets, early a year into the first outbreak of neglect for the safety of agriculture workers, the bird flu among cattle, the virus a nd t he sluggish pace of federa l shows no sign of slowing. The U.S. interventions. government failed to eliminate the virus on Case in point: The U.S. Department of dairy farms when it was confined to a Agriculture finally announced a federal handful of states, by quickly identifying order to test milk nationwide in early infected cows and taking measures to keep December 2024. Researchers welcomed the their infections from spreading. Now at least news but said it should have happened 875 herds across 16 states have tested months ago — before the virus was so positive. entrenched.

Experts say they have lost faith in the Far more bird flu damage is inevitable, government’s ability to contain the but the extent of it will be left to the Trump outbreak. administration and Mother Nature. Already, “We are in a terrible situation and going the USDA has funneled more than $1.7 into a worse situation,” said Angela Rasmus- billion into tamping down the bird flu on sen, a virologist at the University of poultry farms since 2022, which includes Saskatchewan in Canada. “I don’t know if reimbursing farmers who’ve had to cull their the bird flu will become a pandemic, but if flocks, and more than $430 million into it does, we are screwed.” combating the bird flu on dairy farms.

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In coming years, the bird flu may cost billions of dollars more in expenses and losses. Dairy industry experts say the virus kills roughly two percent to five percent of infected dairy cows and reduces a herd’s milk production by about 20 percent.

Worse, the outbreak poses the threat of a pandemic. More than 60 people in the U.S. have been infected, mainly by cows or poultry, but cases could skyrocket if the virus evolves to spread efficiently from person to person. And the recent news of a person critically ill in Louisiana with the bird f lu shows that the virus can be dangerous.

Just a few mutations could allow the bird f lu to spread between people. Because viruses mutate within human and animal bodies, each infection is like a pull of a slot machine lever.

Beyond the bird flu, the federal government’s handling of the outbreak reveals cracks in the U.S. health security system that would allow other risky new pathogens to take root.

“This virus may not be the one that takes off,” said Maria Van Kerkhove, director of the emerging diseases group at the World Health Organization. “But this is a real fire exercise right now, and it demonstrates what

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Colorado.

Many farmers declined to test their herds, Instead, Russo and other veterinarians despite an announcement of funds to comsaid, they were dismayed by inaction. The pensate them for lost milk production in USDA didn’t respond to their urgent requests May. to support studies on dairy farms — and for “There is a fear within the dairy farmer money and confidentiality policies to protect community that if they become officially

listed as an affected farm, they may lose their milk market,” said Jamie Jonker, chief science officer at the National Milk Producers Federation, an organization that represents dairy farmers. To his knowledge, he added, this hasn’t happened.

Advisories from agriculture departments to farmers were somewhat speculative, too.

Officials recommended biosecurity measures such as disinfecting equipment and limiting visitors. As the virus kept spreading throughout the summer, USDA senior official Eric Deeble said at a press briefing, “The response is adequate.”

The USDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Food and Drug Administration presented a united front at these briefings, calling it a “One Health” approach. In reality, agriculture agencies took the lead.

This was explicit in an email from a local health department in Colorado to the county’s commissioners. “The State is treating this primarily as an agriculture issue (rightly so) and the public health part is secondary,” wrote Jason Chessher, public health director in Weld County, Colorado. The state’s leading agriculture county, Weld’s livestock and poultry industry produces about $1.9 billion in sales each year.

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Patchy Surveillance

Missed cases made it impossible to deterIn July, the bird flu spread from dairies mine how the virus jumped into people and in Colorado to poultry farms. To contain it, whether it was growing more infectious or two poultry operations employed about 650 dangerous. temporary workers — Spanish-speaking “I have been distressed and depressed by immigrants as young as 15 — to cull flocks. the lack of epidemiologic data and the lack Inside hot barns, they caught infected birds, of surveillance,” said Nicole Lurie, an execgassed them with carbon dioxide, and dis- utive director at the internationa l posed of the carcasses. Many did the organization the Coalition for Epidemic hazardous job without goggles, face masks, Preparedness Innovations, who served as and gloves. assistant secretary for preparedness and By the time Colorado’s health department response in the Obama administration. asked if workers felt sick, five women and Citing “insufficient data,” the British govfour men had been infected. They all had red, ernment raised its assessment of the risk swollen eyes — conjunctivitis — and several posed by the U.S. dairy outbreak in July from had such symptoms as fevers, body aches, three to four on a six-tier scale. and nausea.

Virologists around the world said they State health departments posted online were flabbergasted by how poorly the United notices offering farms protective gear, but States was tracking the situation. dairy workers in several states told KFF “You are surrounded by highly pathogenic Health News that they had none. They also viruses in the wild and in farm animals,” hadn’t heard about the bird flu, never mind said Marion Koopmans, head of virology at tests for it.

Erasmus Medical Center in the Netherlands.

Studies in Colorado, Michigan, and Texas “If three months from now we are at the start would later show that bird flu cases had gone of the pandemic, it is nobody’s surprise.” under the radar. In one analysis, eight dairy Although the bird flu is not yet spreading workers who hadn’t been tested — seven swiftly between people, a shift in that direcpercent of those studied — had antibodies tion could cause immense suffering. The against the virus, a sign that they had been CDC has repeatedly described the cases infected. among farmworkers this year as mild — they

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weren’t hospitalized. But that doesn’t mean symptoms are a breeze, or that the virus can’t cause worse.

“It does not look pleasant,” wrote Sean Roberts, an emergency services specialist at the Tulare County, California, health department in an email to colleagues in May. He described photographs of an infected dairy worker in another state: “Apparently, the conjunctivitis that this is causing is not a mild one, but rather ruptured blood vessels and bleeding conjunctiva.”

Over the past 30 years, half of around 900 people diagnosed with bird flu around the world have died. Even if the case fatality rate is much lower for this strain of the bird flu, covid showed how devastating a 1 percent death rate can be when a virus spreads easily.

Like other cases around the world, the person now hospitalized with the bird flu in Louisiana appears to have gotten the virus directly from birds. After the case was announced, the CDC released a statement saying, “A sporadic case of severe H5N1 bird f lu i l l ne s s i n a p er s on i s not unexpected.”

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Grilled Jalapeño Cheddar Meatballs Recipe courtesy Jess Pryles, jesspryles.com

1 HRS 15 MINS Time to Cook 20 Servings 8 Ingredients 2 lbs. Ground Beef 1/2 cup tortilla chips, crushed 3/4 cup milk 3 fresh jalapeños, seeded and finely diced 8 oz. block of cheddar cheese, finely diced 1 Tbsp. paprika 2 tsp. garlic powder 2 tsp. Kosher salt

Preparation 1. Step 1 Place the crushed tortilla chips in a large bowl, then add the milk and allow to soften the chips for about 10 minutes.

2. Step 2 After the mixture is soft and has absorbed all the milk, add the Ground Beef, jalapeño, cheese, paprika, garlic, and salt. Mix well to combine all ingredients, then scoop approximately ⅓ - ½ cup of the mixture and form a meatball, repeat until all the mixture has been formed into balls.

3. Step 3 Place the meatballs on a plate or tray and refrigerate them for 30 minutes to firm.

4. Step 4 Light a grill for two zone cooking. For charcoal: light coals and pile them all on one side, creating a hot and cool zone. For propane: light the very end burner on the left or right side, but no other burners. It’s recommended you place a piece of foil under the side without heat to catch any

melting cheese for easy cleanup.

The grill should be at MEDIUM temperature, about 350-375°F. 5. Step 5 Place the meatballs on the cool side of the grill (away from the coals or the lit burner) and close the grill lid. Grill for about 25-35 minutes, or until they reach 165°F internal temperature on a meat thermometer.

6. Step 6 Remove the meatballs from the grill and allow to cool slightly before serving.

Cooking Tip: Serve with Mexican rice, beans, or a side salad.

Nutrition information per serving (1 meatball or 1/20 of recipe): 160 Calories; 86 Calories from fat; 9.6 g Total Fat (4.4 g Saturated Fat; 3.5 g Monounsaturated Fat); 52.2 mg Cholesterol; 312.3 mg Sodium; 1.7 g Total Carbohydrate; 0.25 g Dietary Fiber; 16 g Protein; 1.5 mg Iron; 221.8 mg Potassium; 0.03 mg Thiamin; 0.1 mg Riboflavin; 5.3 mg Niacin (NE); 0.2 mg Vitamin B6; 1.4 mcg Vitamin B12; 3.5 mg Zinc; 13.1 mcg Selenium; 43.9 mg Choline. This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Niacin, Vitamin B12, Selenium, and Zinc. It is a good source of Riboflavin and Vitamin B6.

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Change the Debate and Take Back Liberty Locally

by Tom DeWeese, American Policy Center

would be reduced to the level of a pack of ost Americans tend to think of wolves and cease to exist because lack of private property simply as a home – control over your own actions caused fear the place where the family resides, and insecurity. Private property ownership, stores their belongings, and finds shelter and Locke argued, brought stability and wealth safety from the elements. It’s where you live. to individuals, leading to a prosperous It’s yours because you pay the mortgage and society of man. That’s because legal ownerthe taxes. Most people don’t give property ship of property is the key to productive ownership much more thought than that. development.

There was a time when property ownerPrivate property ownership is the reason ship was considered to be much more. the United States became the wealthiest Property, and the ability to own and control nation on earth almost overnight. Free indiit, was life itself. viduals, using their own land to create John Adams said, “The moment the idea commerce and build personal wealth is admitted into society that property is not through the equity of their property, are the as sacred as the law of God, and that there is root of American success. not a force of law and public justice to protect Sixty percent of early American busiit, anarchy and tyranny commence.” nesses were financed through the equity of The great economist John Locke, whose property ownership. And sixty percent of writings and ideas had a major influence on American jobs were created through those the nation’s founders, believed that “life and successful businesses. That’s how a free-marliberty are secure only so long as the right of ket economy is built. Private property property is secure.” ownership is the source of personal individLocke warned that human civilization ual wealth for the average American.

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John Locke advocated that if property rights did not exist, then the incentive for an industrious person to develop and improve property would be destroyed; that the industrious person would be deprived of the fruits of his labor; that marauding bands would confiscate, by force, the goods produced by others; and that mankind would be compelled to remain on a bare-subsistence level of hand-to-mouth survival because the accumulation of anything of value would invite attack.

One must only look to the example of the former Soviet Union to see clearly what happens to society when an outlaw government exercises brute force to take control of private property. Under that tyrannical government, each of Locke’s predictions came true.

Throughout its history, the Soviet government excused its every action under the banner of equality for all. There were no property rights, no freedom of enterprise, and no protections for individual actions.

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Instead, the Soviet government enforced The Lost Definition Of Private owner is what gives the land value. Accordredistribution of wealth schemes, confiscat- Property Rights ing to Justice Sanders, paying the taxes and ing homes from the rich and middle class.

In the 1990s, an all-out assault on prop- mortgage while some undefined government Shelves were bare, freedom of choice was erty rights was well underway, led by a entity can rule and regulate how the property non-existent, and personal misery ruled the radical environmental movement, resulting is used, is a “barren right” that annihilates day. in massive federal land grabs in the name of its value.

The same basic redistribution schemes of conservation. As one can imagine, courts When you purchase property, how much the Soviets were later used by Zimbabwe’s across the nation were flooded with cases of of the land do you own? What is the depth former dictator, Robert Mugabe, to destroy people attempting to defend their property of the soil? Do you own the water on the that agriculturally rich African nation. rights from government takings. land? Do you own the air above it? As propMugabe confiscated farmland owned by In the state of Washington, one of the erty rights expert Dr. Timothy Ball wrote, white farmers and gave it to friends of his major targets for such programs, the state “All these questions speak to political issues corrupt government – most of whom had Supreme Court realized it didn’t have an that transcend private, regional, and national never even seen a farm. adequate definition of property rights to use boundaries. Nationally and internationally, The result was economic disaster, wide- in considering such cases. That’s when State lack of this knowledge is being exploited by spread poverty, and hunger in a land that had Supreme Court Justice Richard B. Sanders those who seek control…” once fed the continent. The nation of South wrote a “Fifth Amendment Treatise”, which Africa is now following in the murderous included the following definition of property How To Fight Back? footsteps of Robert Mugabe as it attacks rights: For several decades, the radical Left has white farmers, taking their property and “Property in a thing consists not merely in been dedicated in its efforts to organize at again putting it in the hands of those who its ownership and possession, but in the unre- every level of government while advocates of know nothing about running a farm. stricted right of use, enjoyment, and disposal. limited government failed to do the required Clearly, John Locke’s warnings have been Anything which destroys any of the elements “dirty work” of local organization and activvindicated. Private property ownership is of property, to that extent, destroys the prop- ism to protect our freedoms. We gave the much more than a house. It is the root of a erty itself. The substantial value of property Left a pretty clear playing field to organize prosperous, healthy, human society based on lies in its use. If the right of use be denied, the and seize control, and now we are suffering the individual’s freedom to live a life of his value of the property is annihilated, and own- under the result. own, gaining from the fruits of his own labor. ership is rendered a barren right.”

For the dedicated Left, no position is too Take that option away, and people will always “Use” of the land is the key. Using the land small. No appointed board is ignored. When react the same way. They stop producing. in a productive way that is beneficial to the was the last time local Conservative activists

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cared about positions like City Attorney?

Yet these are the very officials who enforced the COVID-19 lockdown policies.

Local government is now infested with Planners, NGOs, and federal agencies dictating policies. And the only reason they have power and influence now is because the Left fought to elect representatives who then gave it to them.

Today, too many elected officials, even the honest ones, fail to understand the roots and goals of the “Sustainable” policies they are enforcing. In their ignorance they respond to critics, saying, “well, that’s just the way it’s done.” As they surrender their elective powers to appointed boards, do they even think of asking themselves, “Who do they actually represent – the voters or the NGOs and appointed boards?”

The threat of man-made climate change is the center of the Deep State’s hold on power. That’s the unrelenting fear tactic that claims the earth will become uninhabitable in ten years unless massive government power controls every human action. Power for the state!

Yet there is ample scientific proof that such claims about man’s effect on the environment are basically non-existent. However, many leaders of the freedom movement

wrongly assume that all we need to do to counter the misinformation from the climate alarmists is to simply write a scholarly paper disproving it and set the record straight.

It doesn’t work because few will understand it, fewer still will ever attempt to read it. In short, we badly overestimate the knowledge, intelligence and attention span of the average citizen and government official whom we are trying to convince. Emotions tend to decide debates rather than facts.

The first step in fighting back is to stop depending on one person, one icon, one president to lead us forward. We must take responsibility ourselves to ensure that the government does not move forward unattended. We need to be directly involved at every level, especially on the local level.

Change the debate to attack anti-freedom policies and expose non-governmental (NGO) carpetbaggers hiding in the shadows dictating policy. You can change the debate by making private property protection the key to your local fight. Sustainable policy cannot be enforced if private property is protected.

Challenge local elected officials to stand with you in protection of private property. If they refuse – expose them. Force elected officials to be personally responsible for their

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Picture how different our nation would be if we dug in to elect a majority of governors across the nation who understood and operated under the Tenth Amendment, which acknowledges the States’ power to stand against Federal overreach. What if you had a county commission that refused to participate in non-elected regional government?

How would your life change if your city council was made up of individuals who guided your community under the three pillars of freedom, including protection of private property, encouragement and support for local businesses, and the lifting of rules and regulations that stifled personal choices in your individual life? How do we make all of that a reality?

Set a goal to turn your local community into a Freedom Pod. Simply focus on making these goals a reality in your community and if successful, as prosperity spreads, the idea will certainly spread to a neighboring community and then to the next. The challenge is to create a successful blueprint and a cadre of dedicated elected representatives that will begin to move from the local to the state level of government.

That will set the stage for effecting a

federal government as conceived by our forefathers. The result will be the growth of Freedom Pods across the nation. Here is the end game for the forces of freedom.

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Dina’s remarkable 36 years of dedicated service to New Mexico’s beef industry.

Throughout her career, Dina worked tirelessly to advocate for ranchers, promote the nutritional value of beef, and preserve New Mexico’s agricultural heritage. Her leadership and passion have left a lasting legacy, inspiring us to carry her vision forward.

Hearing Dina reflect on her career and the honor it was to serve this industry was a power f u l reminder of her profound impact.

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NEW MEXICO’S OLD TIMES & OLD TIMERS

by Don Bullis, New Mexico Author donbullis@msn.com

Gunfire in Santa Fe, Legislator wounded: 1891

thing had to be done!

The very next day, a resolution unanimously passed the legislature that authorized t was cold in Santa Fe at 8:30 on the evening a reward of $20,000 for the capture of the of February 5, 1891; the ground was perpetrators of the crime. Or did it? Histocovered with snow. Three men met in the rian Ralph Emerson Twitchell says the law office of Thomas B. Catron (1840-1921) money was intended as a reward for the at the corner of Washington and Palace on capture of...etc. Historian Howard Lamar the Plaza. Catron was there, along with Elias says, however, that the $20,000 was “to be Stover (1836-1927) of Albuquerque and used to apprehend the would-be killers.”

Joseph A. Ancheta (1865-1898) of Silver City. Some difference.

All three were members of the territorial Three public officials were named to council (akin to today’s state senate), which oversee the expenditure of the money: Terwas then in session. Their purpose was to ritoria l Governor Bradford Prince discuss a legislative bill that would create a (1840-1922), Attorney General Edmund L. public school system in New Mexico.

Bartlett and Tom Catron himself. This Suddenly, shots rang out; glass shattered created a complication from the beginning: and Ancheta fell to the floor with buckshot Prince and Catron hated each other and were wounds in his neck and shoulder. Stover engaged in a struggle for control of the terducked as a rifle ball whizzed past his ear. He ritorial Republican Party. was not injured and neither was Catron. A Ardor for the investigation seems to have pile of law books and papers had stopped cooled a bit even though Marshal Gray made buckshot before it reached the lawyer. The inquiry into who at the end of the Ojo De La would-be assassins fled on horseback into Vaca Road might have had anything to do the night. with the case. And Governor Prince hired A small posse headed by Santa Fe town the Pinkerton Detective Agency to look into marshal John Gray attempted to follow the the matter. shooters, one of whom could be identified by The Denver office of the Pinkerton the horse he rode. It had a crooked hoof that Agency assigned detective Charlie Siringo left an unusual print in the snow. The trail (1855-1928) to the case. He arrived in Santa led east out of town and the trackers suc- Fe later in the spring. The first question that ceeded in following the bad guys until they faced Siringo was who was the intended reached a fork in the road. One of the forks victim? Only Ancheta had been hit, but a led to Las Vegas and the other to Ojo De La bullet barely missed Stover and Catron was Vaca (Cow Spring). The snow had melted and only saved by a stack of books. Ancheta had the hoof marks are said to have disappeared taken an unpopular stand on the public eduat that point. The posse was stymied. cation bill, that is, in support of it. The This was an outrage, of course. Some- Catholic Church actively opposed any such

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law lest the influence of the church be diluted.

Many in the Hispanic leadership also opposed it based on fears that Spanish language and traditions might suffer. Could anyone have been mad enough at Ancheta, himself Hispanic, to take a shot at him?

A native New Mexican, Ancheta was born in Mesilla, Doña Ana County, the son of a refugee who fled Mexico during the liberal/ conservative struggle of the middle 1850s.

He attended St. Michael’s College in Santa Fe and studied for four years at Notre Dame University, before he opened a law practice at Silver City. He was elected to the territorial legislature in 1890 and 1892.

Stover, a businessman and University of New Mexico Regent who would become president of that institution the following year, was pretty well eliminated as the probable target.

Catron, a lawyer and founding member of the so-called Santa Fe Ring, had acquired numerous enemies over the years. Most recently he had backed Francisco Gonzales y Borrego for Santa Fe County Sheriff against Frank Chavez. Chavez won anyway, but could he be mad enough to go after Catron with a gun? Hard to say for sure.

Governor Prince believed that the entire matter had to do with opposition to the education bill. When Siringo arrived on the scene, the governor pointed him in the direction of territorial representative Pablo Herrera, a known member of the Gorras Blancas, or White Caps; a group of Hispanics who opposed incursion into northeastern New Mexico by Texas ranchers and railroads.

They also tended to oppose the education bill.

Siringo’s style of investigation involved infiltrating Las Gorras Blancas, and he did so by becoming close personal friends with Pablo Herrera and his brothers, Juan José and Nicanor. Siringo wrote, “…Pablo and I became inseparable. We consumed much bad liquor and ate many fine meals in swell society at the Montezuma Hotel, six miles from Las Vegas, at the Hot Springs.” The upshot of this effort was that Siringo became convinced that the Herrera brothers had nothing to do with the attempted assassination(s).

That left the investigator to follow the other fork in the road, the one that led to Ojo De La Vaca. Marshal Gray had identified a couple of suspects there and Siringo started with them. It became apparent that two brothers named Garcia were most likely the

shooters, and one of the horses they owned, the one with the irregular hoof print, seemed to confirm it. Siringo told Governor Prince as much. Oddly enough, at that point, the investigator received orders to “drop the matter and discontinue the operation.”

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And as to what the bad guys hoped to accomplish, Lamar says, “… Siringo had secured a partial confession from one of the [Garcia] brothers, [but] he never found a clear motive as to who were the intended victims.”

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hiskey is for drinking and Water is for fighting,” is a quotation attributed by many to be from Mark Twain. The adage is still true today as water is in the news almost every day. With the prolonged drought in the Southwest and reduced snowpacks in the mountains, supplies for farmers and ranchers are being reduced. Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has proposed 200 million dollars in water legislation for the 2025 legislative session to be considered.

Ranchers are reducing their livestock inventory for the lack of forage and water in some cases due to the drought. Farmers are planting crops that require less water to make the surface irrigation water go further.

Conservation of water for municipalities, farmers, ranchers and households is on many minds across New Mexico and the western states.

But there are more storm clouds on the which are not included in the national monhorizon that you need to be aware of. ument. The state lands are proposed to be State Trust Lands or school sections have traded to the BLM in exchange for 76,000 been intermingled with federal and private acres of comparable BLM land. lands across New Mexico. When New This is where the rub begins.

Mexico became the 47th state in 1912, the The state lands will become federal land state was given ownership of approximately owned by BLM. The BLM plans to take owntwo sections per township to be used for ership of the land and the existing private funding public education. improvements. They apparently intend to The lands were leased for grazing, claim ownership of the livestock water, as the farming and commercial use to raise funds land will be under federal ownership; for the school system. These lands have been however, the livestock water rights were adjuleased for many years by the same families dicated through ownership of livestock that and have been treated as private lands. are the beneficial user of the water.

The State Land Commissioner has deleThe private water rights will be required gated to the lessee the requirement of to be signed over to the federal government maintaining the infrastructure on these through a cooperative agreement. It is my lands. This includes, where necessary, understanding that they will not pay for the boundary fences and water development for water rights as is customary when state land livestock. leases change hands. This appears to be a Because of the delegated management taking of private property without just comand ownership of livestock water rights, pensation contrary to the fifth amendment water has been developed on state lands and to the constitution. not on federal. The State Engineer, who is Hopefully, down the road, the overturnresponsible for issuing water rights, and NM ing of the Chevron Doctrine by the US water law, requires that the water be put to Supreme Court in a six to three decision put beneficial use. Livestock watering is a listed private property owners on a level playing legal beneficial use. field when it comes to “takings”. For the past In New Mexico two large national mon- 40 years, judges have used the Chevron Documents have been designated in the last ten trine to defer to an agency’s interpretations years, the Rio Grande Del Norte National and related decisions in disputes taken to Monument, 242,000 acres, and the Organ court. Perhaps removal of this deference can Mountain Desert Peaks National Monument be used to keep the federal government out (OMDPNM), 496,000 acres. of water rights.

Within the designated boundary of the Keep your eyes on the horizon (and your OMDPNM there is approximately 65,000 water) until the next time. acres of state land and 10,000 acres of private

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COLLECTORS CORNER

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Edward F. (E. F.) Blanchard

that he became known far and wide for marking his spurs with “E.F. BLANCHARD YUCCA ARIZ” (or “YUCCA AZ” after 1963) marked on them.

Lasting Impact

E.F. worked well into his 80s and passed away in Kingman, Arizona, in 1982. By then, he had made thousands of pairs of spurs, many of which had been sold through outlets such as the famous Porter’s Saddle Company A Cowboy’s Spur Maker in Phoenix, AZ. They were also used as orn in 1894 in west-central New incentives, given by Walls Pharmaceutical Mexico, E.F. Blanchard was first and Company for cattle feedlots who made large foremost a cowboy, who later became purchases. Initially, they were popular in a celebrated spur maker. His distinct designs Arizona, New Mexico, and Southern Caliare well known for their quality and func- fornia, but it wasn’t long before Blanchard tionality. Working horsemen loved how his spurs were being worn by cowboys all across spurs fit a boot. Today, his spurs are still the West. prized by cowboys, but they have become Designs and Hallmarks highly valued by collectors as well.

Blanchard spurs had unique traits that Early Days made them user-friendly. Features like Blanchard began making spurs as a side- shorter shanks and wide heel bands were line while working as a cowboy in his home incorporated for a better fit. He also piostate of New Mexico. He started regularly neered the angled swing button design, hallmarking his spurs sometime during the which pretty much eliminated the need for early 1940s. In 1952, he moved to Arizona to tie-downs below the heels. work on a ranch near Seligman. By this time, He made a few different styles numbered he was in his late 50s and had transitioned 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8, offered in three types of from cowboy to ranch cook. Spur-making metal: Stainless Steel (SS), Plain Steel (PS), or became more of a full-time job not long Tempered Steel (TS). He marked the spurs afterward, after he moved on to Yucca, with their style number, type of metal, and Arizona. the place he was living at the time. His earliest works bore New Mexico hallmarks such Yucca and Full-Time Spur Making as “DATIL, N.M.,” “SAN ANTONIO, N.M.,” In 1953, Mr. Blanchard moved to Yucca, or “MONTICELLO, N.M.” These marks, Arizona, where he bought a ranch southeast along with the “SELIGMAN, ARIZ.” hallof the town. He later sold the ranch and mark, are the rarest and most sought after became a full-time spur maker around 1959. by collectors. Yucca spurs with the abbreviIn an interview, he estimated that he made ation “ARIZ” instead of “AZ” are the next about 350 pairs of spurs annually at this rarest, as they were made in 1963 or earlier, stage in his life. And it was during this time before the postal service standardized state abbreviations to two letters.

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Mountings were rare and only done by request, usually in brass or silver, generally they were initials or brands.

He rarely made bits, preferring to focus on spurs.

He rarely made child’s or women’s sized spurs, However, as he noted in his brochures, Blanchard would custom-make whatever a customer wanted, so variations do exist.

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E.F. Blanchard began as a cowboy making spurs for cowboys, and that is what made his work so prized by those who spent long hours in the saddle. His spurs were highly functional and fit a boot well. To this day, they remain valued among horsemen for their durability, comfort, and style. Now, cowboys and collectors alike buy them not just for use, but also to display as cowboy collectibles. There was even a book written about him. Cowboy Spur Maker: The Story of Ed Blanchard, by Jane Pattie and Tom Kelley, is a must read for any spur collector.

Today, Blanchard spurs that once sold for less than $30 a pair can fetch prices 50 to 100 times that! One has to wonder what the cowboy, Edward Fred Blanchard, would think of becoming a superstar in the world of spur collecting and his lasting legacy!

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And we still prefer homemade bread when we do eat bread.

RANCH After decades of kneading bread, lifting FOOD & hay bales and other typical ranch wife chores FODDER the idea of making bread began to cause me

by Deanna to wince. Being of the old school type I Dickinson McCall scoffed at all the no-knead bread recipes. I used to whip cream with a fork and my kids rolled jars of cream to make butter when we lived without electricity for a couple of decades. I had to do things the hard way back then, there really wasn’t a choice.

One day I decided to try some of the new no-knead recipes; after all I have a big, nice mixer sitting on the counter and I really do need to remember to use it and save my anuary and a new year are here. I know elbows. I also believed any yeast bread worth many of us are anxious to see what eating had to be hand kneaded, but decided changes are in store for us in our busi- I’d try making bread with a mixer. I have to nesses after the recent elections. It is also tell you this is the second really good recipe when some of us want to wipe the slate clean I’ve found and played with so far. The best and try doing things differently. Some of us part of this recipe is that there’s almost no will make resolutions to make changes flour mess to clean up, you use the same bowl including things like stopping bad habits and to mix and rise the dough in. The second developing good ones. If you’re like me, it thing is that it has green chile and cheese in seems I make pretty much the same resolu- it! It has become my husband’s favorite bread tions every year. I still can’t figure out how and makes a nice addition to any meal, and to take the time and remember to follow the also is great toasted. Trying new things is my “new” resolutions. Some of it may be due to new resolution. selective memory.

Eating less bread comes in on the “eating Ingredients less carbs and less processed food” resolu2 1/4 tsp. (1 packet of yeast) tion. We really have improved on that; it is 1/2 cup of lukewarm water pretty hard to find boxed and processed 1 tsp white sugar foods in our kitchen in the last few years.

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Place the dough back into the bowl and cover with a cloth or towel and let rise 2 to 4 hours, or it is doubled Place the dough (no need to punch down) in a greased bread loaf pan or line the pan with parchment paper. Pour the melted butter over the loaf, covering the top and allowing the excess to run down the sides Bake at 375 for about 45 to 55 minutes, until golden brown Let cool a few minutes and turn loaf out and allow to cool on a cooling rack before slicing

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Rising Costs of Physical Fencing New Mexico ranked 21st in U.S. livestock production1. The state is home to 1.3 million head of cattle and has 40 million acres of farmland, which places it 6th in the nation for total farm acreage. These rankings show that New Mexico ranching is extensive, based on large land holdings.

Recent statistics indicate a decline of farms in New Mexico, while farm operating size has been on the rise. The state ranks 4th in the U.S. for largest average land size. New Mexico ranches typically stock cattle at rates up to 250 acres per head with operating sizes often exceeding 25,000 acres.

The extensive nature of New Mexico ranching increases gathering costs in key seasonal operations such as marketing, vaccination, weaning, culling, and restocking.

Recent economic trends have created labor shortages and rising labor costs from low labor participation, decreasing rural population, and upward pressure on minimum wage.

Extensive ranching requires substantial investments in fencing, and the cost for these materials have skyrocketed. Traditional 5-wire metal fencing costs approximately $16,000 per mile, and this can rise to over $40,000 in difficult terrain. Higher fencing costs make interior fencing less viable, reducing pasture management options and increasing the likelihood of overgrazing and cattle loss.

A technological development to assist ranchers in alleviating these problems is virtual fencing. Virtual fencing tracks and contains livestock within prescribed boundaries established electronically, reducing labor and physical fence costs while generating improved grazing and animal welfare benefits.

signals to contain livestock within user prescribed perimeters. Virtual fencing requires a battery powered e-collar, access to either a commercially available cell phone tower or a local, user provided Long Range Wide Area Network (LoRaWAN) tower, and software typically installed on rancher’s cell phone.

We assume the use of e-collar designed with GPS technology. Using this software, ranchers can track cattle and bound them within virtual fences via their cell phone or desktop computer. When an e-collar equipped cattle approaches the virtual fencing boundary, they first receive an audio warning that depending on the manufacturer, grows louder and eventually turns into an electric shock, similar to a traditional ground-based electric fence. A few days of training is initially required to ensure virtual fencing operation and animal safety.

What are the potential benefits of virtual fencing?

Virtual fencing has several benefits over physical fencing.

Tracking Ranchers can track their cattle around the clock–24/7/365–using their cell phone or desktop computer dashboard, without physically visiting the field. With virtual fencing, ranchers know their cattle’s location, gaining

valuable information about their grazing areas, proximity to water sources, and whether they are in predatory areas or sensitive environmental areas.

Tracking saves days of labor, otherwise spent searching and locating cattle when herds need to be gathered for weaning, vaccinations, and marketing. Tracking gives ranchers a greater peace of mind knowing their cattle are well taken care of and out of danger. Ranch managers can assess animal forage efficiency performance by monitoring daily movement of each herd member to fine tune pasture boundaries and identify outliers that can be used when culling.

Replacing physical fencing In many situations, virtual fencing can replace traditional metal fencing on the exterior perimeter. Even where exterior fencing is maintained, virtual fencing can prolong its life by preventing cattle from pushing up against existing fence.

On the interior, it can more effectively and economically manage pasture, establishing a limitless number of pasture management applications. Cattle can be excluded from environmentally protected areas or rotated among targeted grazing areas while maintaining good water access.

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agement systems to enable precision grazing and generate additional benefits to New Mexico ranches.

What are the potential drawbacks of virtual fencing?

In some systems, technology often requires a higher upfront investment to install a network of radio communication towers for transmitting signals between e-collars and the ranchers’ computer. In other applications, a cellular communication plan is needed to ensure e-collar signal transmission, which in some rural areas may not be available. The e-collars must be worn at all times and can fall off livestock’s necks, especially in rough terrain, where it can become dislodged by plants or during encounters with predators.

Additionally, e-collars need to have their batteries charged every 6 months and as cattle grow, they need to be re-adjusted to maintain proper fit. Both require gathering cattle, that can be a substantial added expense, especially in areas where cattle are managed on public grazing land. Fortunately, some e-collar systems use micro-solar panels to extend the life of the battery, helping reduce operation costs, and the tracking capability of virtual fencing reduces gathering time considerably.

Cattle need to be trained to the e-collar.

Well trained cattle respond effectively to the initial audio warnings to avoid electric shocks.

If not properly trained, cattle can “breakfree” from virtual fencing boundaries or in other circumstances get confused and have difficulty in breaking free of the boundary, risking injury. Additional labor costs may arise from recovering escaping cattle, as cattle could be exposed to additional risks and dangers from being outside of prescribed ranging areas prior to recovery.

The exclusive use of virtual fencing as an exterior fence might not work well in all situations, especially in “fence-out” states such as New Mexico. Cattle from neighboring ranches that neither fence nor use virtual fencing would not be kept off ranches that use it as exterior fencing. Additionally, bulls are known to frequently lose their collars.

Without a physical external fence, they will likely move to other pastures without hesitation.

other experienced users. When it comes to virtual fencing, there is no better experience than learning by doing.

Ranchers are advised to collaborate early with the manufacturing supplier to define a deployment plan. It is recommended to begin planning at least 6 months prior to the startup date. The choice of system depends on several factors, including the required accuracy for livestock containment and grazing management plan, the collar power system, and the e-collar communication system.

These factors can vary with the type of terrain and availability and location of cellular ser vices. If long range radio communication is used, the network and location of receiving base stations must be designed for optimal communication. Tower requirements will vary depending on the size and terrain, as well as the location of cellular service.

Training mature cattle during the dry phase is advisable as well as training all adult animals in a virtual fencing-herd. Startup How do I set up virtual fencing on my plans must focus on the successful transition ranch? of livestock to the virtual fencing system.

Planning is the critical success factor to This transition phase must include plans for manage a virtual fencing ranch. Whether e-collar deployment (days -3 to) and initial using radio or cellular band e-collars, ranch- training of livestock (days 1 to 7), and the ers are encouraged to visit and learn from first months of virtual fence use (days 7 to 90).

Expect cattle to gradually learn to respond to simple virtual fencing grazing applications (i.e. virtual fence over existing physical fence) to applications of increasing degree of complexity (i.e. exclusion from riparian areas or rested vegetation patches).

The length of the training phase, as well as the location, size, and layout of the training areas may vary depending on the ranch, the type of livestock, and rancher’s needs.

Animals learn virtual fences from individual experiences and peers, so it is highly advisable to expose all animals to it at once; this will allow successful learning for each individual and helps to form a cohesive virtual fenced herd. Future success of virtual fencing use will largely depend on the success of this training and transition phase.

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Where can New Mexico ranchers buy virtual fence?

Currently, two major companies sell virtual fencing products and their costs differ due to alternative e-collar design, app features, and digital interface. Vence is virtual fencing designed for large herds and large areas (f lat or rugged). The system requires one or more transmitting towers depending on the area and terrain which may add to the costs of the system, but annual e-collar costs are less than other products since e-collar internet access is not required.

Radio communication enables the use of the system in extensive remote areas where internet access is limited, but the tradeoff is reduced accuracy of e-collars (~50 m) for precise livestock contention. Vence e-collars require a replacement of battery that varies with use. Rotational grazing with intensive use of virtual fencing features may reduce battery life to 4-6 months. In contrast, light use of virtual fencing (i.e. over large perimeter areas only) may extend battery life up to 1 year. Using the Vence e-collars for cow position tracking only (without virtual fencing use) may further extend battery life beyond 1 year.

NoFence is a virtual fencing system designed for smaller herds (250 head) and precise applications on smaller grazing areas.

The e-collars use cellular internet for two-way cattle-rancher communication.

Therefore, towers are not required, but a large fraction of the overall cost is transferred to the price of each e-collar.

Annual e-collar operating costs may be

higher due to the need for cellular internet the tradeoffs mentioned above, e-collars can service. On the other hand, NoFence e-col- be a valuable tool for producers in New lars operate using micro solar panels. Panels Mexico. They enable the management of can extend the life of a rechargeable lithium large grazing areas with challenging terrain battery, reducing significantly labor costs and help address difficulties in cattle grazing associated with replacing batteries. NoFence distribution. collars are extremely accurate (~1 m) and For more details visit https://pubs.nmsu. highly suitable for precise containment of edu/_b/B132/index.html livestock in controlled grazing management applications, but the tradeoff will be of References & Further Reading limited use in large remote areas with spotty 1 United States Department of Agriculture, National cellular service. NoFence e-collars also Agricultural Statistics Service, Mountain Regional monitor animal motion, offering additional Field Office. (2022). New Mexico Agricultural applications as a precision livestock farming Statistics: 2022 annual bulletin. https://www. nass.usda.gov/Statistics_by_State/New_Mexico/ and monitoring tool.

Publications/Annual_Statistical_Bulletin/2022/2022Actual costs for both products are highly NM-Ag-Statistics.pdf dependent on context. Ranchers should consider the application tradeoffs associated 2 Malpai Boardlands Group. (2023, December). http://www.malpaiborderlandsgroup. with each e-collar before purchasing prod- Newsletter. org/files/resourcesmodule/51b2274fc3d6c/2232231_ ucts, which also vary with the characteristics Newsletter_2023_DIGITAL_VERSION_REDUCED. of cattle, landscape, digital infrastructure, pdf ranchers’ expectations and priorities, and fencing regulations. Stay tuned for our fol- 3 Pfost, D., Gerrish, J., Davis, M., & Kennedy, M. (2000, November). Managed grazing system and fencing for low-up factsheet where the economic costs distribution of beef manure (EQ379). University of and benefits are laid out.

Missouri Extension. https://extension.missouri.edu/ Virtual fencing is a viable management publications/eq379 tool that can reduce labor cost and improve 4 Southwest Beef. (2023). Precision Ranching: Virtual the operational efficiency for managing and Fence. https://southwestbeef.org/wp-content/uploads/ handling livestock and can alleviate the high twopager_precisionranching_final_508.pdf cost of installing a physical fence. Despite

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THE SAND CAMP RANCH The election is over and there is optimism in

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The Sand Camp Ranch fits the bill with an excellent grass cover and above average very functional improvements. It has been blessed with abundant moisture and is in excellent condition. Located in southern Chaves County east of the productive Pecos River Valley. The ranch is comprised of 2,380 +/- deeded acres, 6,074 NM State Lease Acres, 23,653 Federal BLM Lease Acres and 480 acres Uncontrolled, 32,107 +/- total acres (50.17 Sections). Grazing Capacity set by a Section 3 BLM grazing permit at a realistic 405 Animal Units Yearlong. The ranch is watered by five primary wells and an extensive interconnected pipeline system. This ranch is ready to go, no deferred maintenance. Price: $3,672,000 This is one of the better ranches in the area. It is nicely improved and well-watered. You won’t find anything comparable for the price.

Call or email for a brochure and an appointment to come take a look.

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■ BERRENDA CREEK RANCH ARREY, NM — 51± section cattle ranch carrying capacity 231 AYL, Priced at $1,432,200 SOLD ■ CAPROCK MOUNTAIN — VAN METER RANCHES — LORDSBURG, NM — 75 +/- Sections carrying capacity is 546 AYL plus 5 horses.

SOLD ■ SMITH RANCH — ROAD FORKS, NM — Cattle Ranch & Farm, 336± acres of farmland, 21 Sections 154 AYL Priced at $2,300,000 SOLD ■ PECAN TREE ORCHARD ON McCAN ROAD — DEMING, NM — 322 total acres, two irrigation wells 168 acres of mature pecan trees List price of $3,200,000 SOLD

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RANCHES/FARMS *SOLD* 472+/- Acre Organic Apple Orchard offered in 5 Tracts Tract 1 – 158+/- Acre with approximately 131 ac of trees, 24,075+/- s.f. of apple processing facilities, cold storage, retail center, two homes, & wells.

Tract 2 – Spacious 3 BR, 2 Bath residence on 1.7+/- Acre Tract 3 – 6 6+/- Acre w/new well.

Tract 4 – 145 +/- Acre, with mfg home, and well.

Tract 5 – 100+/-Acre, w/well.

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Farm - Apache Grove, AZ – 335+/- total acres along the scenic Gila River. 120+/- acres of decreed water rights. Pivot and pastures planted in Bermuda. Owner runs 150 head. One bedroom apartment over garage/ office, 30’ x 150’steel barn, plus smaller steel barn, shop/ feed room/tack room, excellent corrals, with squeeze chute, calf table and scale. Must see! $2.5M *SOLD* 1883.45+/- Acres, McNeal, AZ – Frontier Roads.

Good access, 2 registered wells, dirt tanks, fully fenced. Current owner runs 80+/- head seasonally $941,725 Reduced to $847,552 Call Paul Ramirez 520-241-3333.

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*PENDING* 150+/- Acre Farm, Willcox, AZ – 120 Acre full circle pivot with two wells. Ideal location for hay, pecans, pistachios, wine grape cultivation or other crops. Good water, productive soil. Convenient access to I-10. $525,000

*SOLD* 305+/- Acres of Land on Ash Creek Pearce, AZ – Excellent potential for agricultural development, qualifies for organic farming, cleared of Mesquites in 2010, good prospect for pecans, wine grapes, corn, cotton, hay.

FAA approved landing strip, two domestic wells, fenced and cross fenced. Ask about the solar options available with this property. $457,000 *SOLD* 98+/- Deeded Acre Farm, Bonita, AZ – Great farm in a picture-perfect setting! Two small pivots with 35 acres of water rights. 3 BR, 2 BA Shultz mfg home; 3-sided hay/machine shed, 1,560+/- s.f. shop, hay shed, Connex box, nice set of guardrail and steel corrals with crowding tub, squeeze and scale.

250 gpm irrigation well with 20 HP motor and 13,500+/- gallons of storage. Runs about 40 head of cattle. $750,000

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*SOLD* 200-300 Head Cattle Ranch, Marana, AZ – 112.8 +/- Deeded ac; 150+/- ac of pasture, 3,700+/- ac of sublease, 14 +/- ac of farm fields, HQ on State Land. 2nd mfg home on deeded. 2 sets of good steel pipe corrals $1.9M

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HORSE PROPERTIES/LAND *SOLD* Auction 19+/- Ac, 3-BR, 2.5-BA, 2,220+/- s.f. Mountaintop Estate, Sonoita Hwy, Vail AZ – This estate comes complete with 360-degree wrap-around porches with million-dollar views of the surrounding mountains and city lights below. Open floor plan with soaring vaulted wood plank ceilings, granite countertops, solid wood

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doors, fireplace, all steel Kodiak home with 900+/- s.f. detached 3-car garage. This property will sell at Auction starting November 3, 2024. The online only auction will continue through December 3, 2024 and will start closing at 5:00 p.m.

Tranquil Desert Retreat with Home and Horse Facilities on 22+/- Acres, SW of Tucson, AZ– This 1,560+/- s.f. authentically western home on 22 +/- acres comes complete with landscaped gardens, horse arena and pens, chicken coop, workshop and equipment shed and is the perfect get away for those wanting the convenience of services nearby but the privacy of being in rural AZ. $550,000 *SOLD* Auction 10+/- Acre Country Estate in Scenic Sonoita, AZ – This country estate comes complete with a hilltop home, stunning mountain and grassland views, horse stable, large shop, orchard, chicken coop and water features and is the perfect sustainable property. This property sold as a result of our accelerated marketing program. Ask Paul Ramirez about that program today.

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*SOLD* ONLINE AUCTION, Pearce, AZ - Four offerings located in the grasslands at the foot of the beautiful Dragoon Mountains.

Sold prior to Auction Lot 1 featured stunning, custom 3 BD, 2 BA territorial style home on 5.5 +/-. Sold Prior to Auction Lots 3, and 4 included 3 vacant, 1+ acre land parcels for a total of 3+/- acres each. Sold at Auction Lot 2 – 3- 1+/- acre lots for a total of 3+/- acres.

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RANCH & FARM REAL ESTATE We need listings on all types of ag properties large or small!

■ UNION CO., NM – divided into three tracts for rotational grazing of 1,822 ac. +/- enrolled in the new Grasslands Conservation Reserve Program & 120 ac. +/- of the property in the standard CRP program. GCRP can be grazed year-round each year. Excellent fencing, one mile of hwy. frontage together with all-weather roads on the remainder, equipped with almost new set of steel working pens with scale, a second set of almost new working pens, watered by subs on electricity with pipelines furnishing water for drinkers in each pasture.

Gramma & buffalo grasses. Broker owned.

■ UNION CO., NM – Just out of Clayton, a large feedyard w/ four circles irrigated by ¼ mile sprinklers, six irr. wells & just across the hwy. an 800 ac. grass lease.

■ PRICE REDUCED! MULESHOE RANCH – 1,074.18 ac.+/grassland, great access conveniently located outside of Muleshoe, TX. ■ PRICE REDUCED! CHOICE 320 ac.+/-, irrigated farm, w/pivot sprinklers, irrigation wells & an older home which would be liveable or could be moved. Located on pvmt. in prime farming area of Castro Co., TX. ■ PRICE REDUCED! DALLAM CO, TX – 1,216.63 ac. +/- of CRP/ranchland w/irrigation, re-development potential, wells & pipelines already in place.

■ PRICE REDUCED! COLFAX COUNTY NM GETAWAY – 1,482.90 ac.+/- grassland (1,193.59 ac. +/- Deeded, 289.31 ac. State Lease), great location near all types of mountain recreation.

■ COCHRAN CO., TX. – 160 ac. +/- native grass, existing oil production. The tract is located roughly 21 miles north of Plains, Texas and 32 miles southwest of Whiteface, Texas. Mule deer in the area.

Good small hunting, grazing ranch.

■ CASTRO CO., TX – 3 farms with good water, owner will sell and cash lease back: 1,319 ac. +/-, 2 half mile pivots; 1,715 ac. +/-, drip irrigated; 1,440 ac. +/-, drip irrigated.

■ KB RANCH – Kenney Co., TX – KB Ranch is a low fenced 802 +/- acre property that is surrounded by large ranches. The ranch has abundant whitetail and is also populated with turkey, dove, quail, hogs and varmint species. Axis are in the area and have been occasionally seen. The ranch lies approximately 9 miles south of Bracketville on TX 131 and is accessed by all weather Standart Road.

■ ANGUS, NM – 250 +/- acres with over a 1/2 mile of NM 48 frontage. Elevations from 6,800 to 7,200 feet. Two springs along a creek. Ideal for future development or build your own getaway home.

■ CLAYTON, NM – 44 acres located approx.. 2 miles south of Clayton, NM on Hwy 87 on the East side of the highway. This property has about ½ mile of highway frontage and would be great for residential housing, commercial development or addtl. RV development (adjoins the 16.75 ac. RV park).

■ CLAYTON, NM – 9 ac. +/- located on pvmt. behind a large convenience store on which has been partially begun infrastructure for an RV park. This property will also lend itself well as a large development such as new or existing businesses expanding their company.

■ DALLAM CO., TX – 480 acres in native grass in northeastern Dallam County. Possible wind potential.

■ PALO DURO CREEK TREASURE – 941 acres +/- in Randall Co. NW of Canyon, Tx. STUNNING VIEWS OVER LOOKING PALO DURO CREEK – Turn key cow/calf operation w development potential.

Property includes: 3/3/3 ranch style home, 4 wells, large shop plus shed, enclosed livestock working facility w/hydraulic chute, livestock pens & shed, miles of 5 & 6 barbed wire fence & over 7000' of pipe fence. YOU WILL NOT WANT TO MISS THIS! Canyon School District.

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NEW LISTING! PARKER RANCH/GANADO ALLOTMENT – PARKER, AZ The Parker Farm consists of +/-364.41 acres of irrigable farmland near Parker Arizona. The farm is located on state land secured by a long-term ag lease serviced by a 1,700 gpm well serviced by natural gas. The Ganado allotment is contiguous to the farm with a carrying capacity of 153 CYL on a 86,800 acre BLM allotment. The allotment has eight wells and is secured by a base water which transfers upon sale. Priced at $1,750,000 Submit all offers.

UNDER CONTRACT! BUCKHORN RANCH IN WICKENBURG, AZ – The Buckhorn Ranch located 15 miles East of Wickenburg, Arizona is a 251 cow, plus 5 horse permit.

With 359 deeded acres plus State and BLM leases totals 20,500 +/- of prime Sonoran Desert grazing. Abundant water, workable facilities and diverse feed make this ranch a cattleman’s paradise. $2,000,000 RK RANCH IN PRESCOTT, AZ – The RK Ranch is a smaller working cattle ranch located approximately 25 miles north of Prescott, Arizona. The RK Ranch encompasses approximately +/-6,736 total grazing acres supporting up to 45 CYL. With 110 deeded acres surrounded by USFS this little ranch is truly a gem of a gentleman’s ranch. Equipment and cattle included. $2,200,000

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SOLD! RAWHIDE RANCH IN AGUILA, AZ – The Rawhide Ranch is a well appointed working cattlemen’s ranch. Located in Salome Az. 255 AU comprised of State Lease, BLM permit and adverse land as well as 10 acres of deeded. Functional headquarters with APS power and CAP water rights. Offered fully stocked with located desert cows and Charolais bulls. $1,800,000 BROKEN HORN D RANCH IN PRESCOTT, AZ – The Broken Horn D Ranch provides a unique turn-key opportunity to own a remarkable cattle ranch/beef business property nestled in the picturesque Williamson Valley, Arizona. This distinctive offering is the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility. With 77 acres of deeded land including 50 acres irrigated pasture, state and private leases this ranch runs 130-180 cattle. Equipment and cattle included. $3,389,000 UNDER CONTRACT! TRIANGLE C RANCH IN RESERVE, NM – This working cattle ranch is located east of Reserve, New Mexico in prime grazing lands. Carrying 625 CYL the ranch is located in gentle, rolling grasslands consisting of 2,320 +/- deeded acres, a private lease and a 25,055 acre BLM grazing allotment. Many improvements including two homes, bunk house, hanger, air strip, large shops and working facilities. $4,895,000

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NEW LISTING! PINEVETA RANCH – ASH FORK,AZ The Pineveta Ranch is a working cattle ranch consisting of a total of +/- 23,680 acres of deeded, state lease, and private lands with a grazing capacity of 300+ cattle. The acreage includes +/- 483.64 deeded acres; 5,640.27 acres of ASLD Lease; and 17,556 acres of deeded grazing and mineral rights on adverse private properties. This one pencils out with gentle country, good feed, good water and excellent access. Some cattle are available through private treaty.

Offered at $2,500,000

RANDALL RANCH IN ASH FORK, AZ – !This well-watered, working cattle ranch includes 85.88 deeded, non-contiguous acres, 5,749 leased acres from the State of Arizona and 12,000 acres of adverse grazing. The current owner operates a cow-calf operation. The ranch historically runs 250 mother cows producing high quality Angus calves with weaning weights between 500 to 550 pounds. $1,250,000

SOLD! – FX RANCH IN DEWEY, ARIZONA – With a carrying capacity of 250 CYL, the FX offers an opportunity to raise quality cattle close to all amenities and near the desirable communities of Prescott and Sedona. The headquarters parcel consists of over 12 acres with a beautiful log home, a manager’s house, a barn and corrals. Cattle and brand included. $2,690,000

SOLD! COTTONWOOD SPRINGS RANCH IN RED ROCK, NEW MEXICO – The Cottonwood Springs is a beautiful, high desert working cattle ranch located approximately 28 miles north of Lordsburg, New Mexico in Grant County. With a carrying capacity of +/-250 CYL, the

ranch is well improved with two homes, shop, corrals, interior and exterior fences, working cattle facilities and exceptional water improvements. $2,550,000

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MAXWELL PLACE, 39.65 +/- deeded roping arena, steel barn with shop. acres, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2 story Other historic barns, Pipe corrals. Far home. Property is off pavement with big enough off road to be private. Includes views of the mountain range, mature cot- 80 shares of irrigation 2350 SHW 21, tonwood trees, 1 apricot tree, irrigation Miami NM 87729. $565,000 rights, domestic water meter, older well, barns, useable outbuildings, including root cellar compliment this property.

461 Elm Tree Rd. Maxwell NM 87728 $499,00

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MIAMI DREAM, 14.70 +/- deeded acres. Approx 1,583 sq ft 2 bedroom 1 bath home. Real country living with barn wood siding, porches, recent COLFAX COUNTY VIEW, 83.22 remodel for remote workspace. +/- deeded acres 5 bedroom 3.25 Irrigation and horse facilities, 57 St., Miami, NM $370,000 bathroom 3,174 sq ft heated and Wampler $339,000 cooled modern home built 2002 and BAR LAZY 7 RANCH, Colfax County, remodeled since, on hill located 3 Moreno Valley 594.38 +/- deeded miles east of the Colfax Tavern and acres, accessed off blacktop between Diner. Huge barn and many other Eagle Nest and Angel Fire. Historic features. 910 HWY 505 Maxwell NM headquarters. Currently used as sum87728. $850,000 mer grazing, pond and trees accessed UTE PARK DREAM, 3 bedroom 2 off county road on rear of property as bathroom 2,321 sq ft home built well. Presented “ASIS” New Survey, 2009 with amazing back covered $4,000,000 $3,800,000 porch and attached garage. 29665 SPRINGER VIEW, 29.70 +/- deeded HWY 64 Ute Park, NM 87729 acres. Large house being remodeled, shop, trees, old irrigation pond. All $599,000 $549,000 back off highway with great southern MIAMI 80+/- ACRES, 3 bedroom, aspect. 311 Hwy 56, Colfax County.

2 bathroom home with water shares, $209,000 $205,000

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Producing Quality Angus for 70 Years — Four Generations Raising Angus Cattle

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• 2-year-old Registered Angus Bulls raised on forage based diet, or developed on cake and grass.

Strong bulls ready for heavy service.

• Truck load of Registered Angus Heifers. Bred to low birth weight bull.

Call today for more information.

• Select group of 3-year-old Registered Cows.

They have weaned their first calf and are bred back for their 2nd. Add these fertile young females to your herd.

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March 8, 2025, NMSU Science Center DVAuction or join us for lunch

OFFERING: 17 head of performance & efficiency tested bulls ALSO OFFERING REPLACEMENT HEIFERS: 8 registered Angus Heifers Open, ready to breed to Bull of your choice 4 registered Angus Heifers Bred to low birthweight Connealy Emerald son for spring calving.

• NEW *HIGH ALTITUDE BULL TEST & SALE March 22, 2025 NMPA Livestock Facility, Abiquiu, NM

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ROSWELL LIVES TOCK AUCTION, ROSWELL, N.M. Sale time 1:00 p.m.

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* 70 REGISTERED ANGUS BULLS * Cattle available for viewing, Sunday, March 2, 2025 All Bulls & Registered Heifers will have 50K or Angus GS Genetic Testing

* PLUS* a nice selection of Registered and Commercial Heifers Registered heifers at the New Mexico Angus March sale in Roswell are eligible for the New Mexico Bred Angus Show at the New Mexico State Fair Fora catallog call a member of our sale committee

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Thank you for your past business and we look forward to seeing you at our 2025 Angus Bull & Heifer Sale!

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Raul B. Tellez, 84, Las Cruces, entered was the beginning of the work he truly was eternal life on December 16, 2024, sur- passionate for when he began working rounded by his family. He was born on toward agricultural trade between the two February 26, 1940, in Tellezville - La Mesa, nations. In the early ‘80s he was appointed New Mexico. As a child he grew up in La by Governor Bruce King to serve on the New Mesa and began his education at La Mesa Mexico Economic Development Board yet Elementary and graduated from Gadsden making another impact on the state he loved High School in 1958. so much.

The negotiation skills he used in life During this time changes took place in began very early while attending elementary his personal life, and he was reunited with school in La Mesa when he proudly staged a his high school classmate Gloria Acosta. “walk-out” after lunch one day because His- They were united in marriage in 1977 and panic students were not allowed to ring the spent the last 47 years embarking on a life school bell. From that day forward – ALL that would take them across the United students were given the same opportunity to States, Canada & Mexico, and the fortune of ring that bell. meeting acquaintances along the way that During high school he discovered an became very close friends on both sides of interest in the Future Farmers of America the border. This was the beginning of a life (FFA) Anthony Chapter. His passion for this together that brought him tremendous joy specific organization developed at a young in everything they encountered. age as he was raised and worked on the In 1984 he was hired as Marketing Spefamily farm where he grew up. Upon becom- cialist at the New Mexico Department of ing a member of FFA, he was elected by his Agriculture (NMDA) at New Mexico State peers as the Secretary of the Anthony University (NMSU). This position was one Chapter and later served as the Chapter & of the most rewarding for him during his State of New Mexico Vice-President in 1956- 26-year career at NMDA. 57. His position in FFA made it possible for The friendships and improved opportuhim to attend the National FFA Convention nities for cattlemen on both sides of the in Kansas City, Missouri, a moment he was border that were established during this time very proud of and still spoke about it today. proved to be his most recognized accomHe received his State Farmer Degree, a Cer- plishment that increased his circle of friends tificate of Merit from A.T.&S.F. Railroad, to a quantity that is indescribable. He was a National FFA Foundation Award for soil and leader in the development of agricultural water management and the Santa Fe Award. trade, not just in New Mexico but around the A memory he shared often was the fact his nation, The exporting he executed went way dinner program had been signed by Presi- beyond cattle. Anything agricultural related dent Harry S. Truman. was going to be located once you asked him Upon graduation he married the mother to find it. of his daughters, Patsy Bustamante and His “yellow legal pad” was his version of began a career that would take him from an iPad and you would never see him without assembling bikes for Schwinn in Downtown one. Upon retirement from NMSU in 2010, Las Cruces, to becoming “the milkman” for he continued working on a consultant level Prices Creamery to later becoming a truck up until his last day. The passion he had to driver for Whitfield Transportation from help the Mexican cattlemen was always his 1962 to 1980. Raul began his political calling priority and was very proud of the multitude when he was elected to serve on the Doña of people he was able to assist over the past Ana County Commission for two terms and 40 years in the agricultural industry. enhanced the lives of many residents that put The numerous accolades, awards, magatheir faith in electing him to office to repre- zine articles written about him and sent them in District 1. everything in between was just a small tesHe was also appointed to the Greater Las tament to the major impact he made in the Cruces Industrial Development Board. In agricultural community. He never sought 1971 he was appointed to the New Mexi- recognition or reward, only the satisfaction co-Chihuahua Border Commission – this of knowing he was making a difference. He

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focused solely on helping others succeed whether it was about selling cattle, improving genetics, or navigating the industry.

He loved to tell stories to anyone that would listen, he encouraged everyone he met to become bilingual if you were not already and explained the important impact of speaking Spanish had in his life and career.

His knowledge on the history of New Mexico, the history of our relatives, cattle breeding, etc., is indescribable and was always a pleasure to listen to.

The love and support he had for his children; grandchildren and great-grandchildren was unmatched. You would find him at any event they were participating in, whether it was in town or out-of-town, he was there. In recent years he was delighted with his new title of “Great-Grandpa Uber” as he proudly picked up the kids from school and enjoyed a quick meal with them before his next scheduled destination.

Besides spending time with his family and attending every celebratory event, he enjoyed watching a variety of sporting events on television and was always eager to report scores to those of us unable to watch. Raul’s physical appearance was one that was complimented often in the way he carried himself as he always strived to be in the best physical shape possible. He had a huge heart that allowed him to give to many and never expect anything in return. He left behind a legacy of trade relationships and improvement in the cattle industry on both sides of the border.

Raul’s survivors include his wife of 47 years, Gloria; his children and step-children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, as well as numerous nieces and nephews and a world of friends.

Joel Bennett Johnson, 64, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by family on December 15, 2024. Joel was born on August 1, 1960 in Tucumcari, New Mexico and grew up in Belen. He graduated from Belen High School in 1978 and then was a member of the United States Air Force. He t hen spent his career work ing in telecommunications.

He is survived by his loving wife of 25 years, Kim. She has been his true love, soulmate, best friend and favorite golf and dance partner; twin daughters, Kacey and husband Kody, Tracey and husband Nick and one son, Logan. He was known as Grandpa by his two granddaughters, Payton and Sophia. He’s also survived by his sisters Leslie and husband Scott and Marva and husband Brad,

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enjoyed being an extra in several movies and ber 23, 2024. rubbing elbows with movie stars. “Don’t you It is with heavy hearts we must announce know who I am.” that TR Frost, beloved daughter, sister and along with several nieces and nephews.

Olene Sims Whatley, 96, died on Novem- soon to be wife and mother, passed away on Joel was a true outdoors man who loved ber 4, 2024, in Phoenix.

December 23, 2024, at the age of 23. Born on to hunt, fish, play fast pitch softball, and play Mrs. Whatley was born on April 27, 1928, April 13, 2001, in Show Low, Arizona, golf. He enjoyed the horses; horseback riding, to Olan and Louise Sims in Porterville, Cal- Talaura grew up surrounded by the beauty roping, going to the rodeo and the horse ifornia. She married Cliff Whatley on Dec. of the mountains and the plains of Texas in races. Here, he never met a stranger. He had 14, 1946, in Tucson. the company of horses and her loving family. a buddy wherever he went. Joel had a passion Survivors include two daughters and a From a young age, she displayed an for cooking. He could please a crowd by pro- son, Katie W. Pate, Casa Grande, Fran unwavering passion for equine care, setting viding some of the best home cooking Whatley, Separ, New Mexico, and Wade her sights on becoming an equine dentist around.

Whatley of Oklahoma; eight grandchildren; when she was just 10 years old. Her hands-on Joel was proud of the work that he did at and five great-grandchildren. experience included a memorable childhood the Bernardo Wildlife Area. Recently, he Talaura Frost, April 13, 2001 — Decem- where she was saved from a potentially dangerous fall by her father, Harvey, who caught her by her diaper.

Talented in the art of team roping, Talaura served as the team roping director alongside her dad, she was the AZ High School Rodeo president, sharing countless memorable moments in the arena. Despite receiving a rodeo scholarship, she made the transformative decision to pursue her dream Our Services . . . in equine dentistry, a testament to her dedi■ Custom Semen Collection cation and love for horses.

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The only thing she loved more was her fiancé, Brandon and the sweet baby boy they were expecting in May. Talaura is survived by her fiance, Brandon 105 Cora Dutton Road Capitan NM 88316 • 575-354-1425 Ben, who was the love she never thought she would find; her parents, Harvey and Kristie Frost; her sister, Payten (Ben) Frost-Johnsrud; half siblings, Nick, Ty, Tasha and the Ben family.

A celebration of life will take place in early spring or summer. Details to come.

Talaura’s fierce spirit, boundless compassion, and love for both people and animals will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Ride in peace “Team Roper”.

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companies violating CSDDD’s mandates with CSDDD’s mandates. Doing so would EU’s Corporate could face lawsuits from individuals or activ- preempt U.S. regulations and result in the ist groups for alleged damage.

EU’s control of American food producers.

Sustainability The ABA further cautions that the Direct ive’s i mpor t a nce shou ld not be The EU and UN Intent Should Not be Directive Comes underestimated, as it will transform the Underestimated with High Costs for rights outlined in various international The UN’s Industrial Development Orgaagreements – previously binding only on nization (a specialized agency within the UN American state parties unless incorporated into domes- aimed at promoting industrial development tic law – into legally enforceable obligations for poverty reduction, inclusive globalizaBusinesses for MNEs across all twenty-seven EU tion, and environmental sustainability)

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ightening its grip on globalist-oriented Climate Regulation Overload climate policy, the European Union So, what’s under the CSDDD’s watchful (EU) recently adopted a Corporate Sus- eye? The goal is control. It is aimed at limittainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) ing resource consumption and dutifully, that mandates qualifying businesses operat- blindly, and mindlessly following “climate ing in the EU to comply with a stringent set transition plans.” of environmental, social, and governance While there are numerous human and (ESG) regulations under threat of legal child labor rights included in the CSDDD, action for non-compliance. The CSDDD most of the draconian mandates are found governs businesses that both operate in the in the environmental and sustainability EU and U.S.-based firms with annual requirements. These include in-scope comrevenue over €450 million that trade with EU panies being obligated to implement a countries. Anyone who is rational will transition plan to reduce greenhouse gas understand why CSDDD has not met resis- emissions that fall in line with the Paris tance from the Biden administration.

Agreement’s goal of limiting global warming The American Bar Association (ABA) to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels and the explains the CSDDD’s direct links to the EU’s “net zero” targets.

United Nations (UN): “The Directive will in It also requires businesses to prevent any effect convert the non binding obligations of measurable environmental degradation the UN Guiding Principles on Business and from their global operations, with details left Human Rights and the frameworks in the to the individual countries to decide. Each OECD Guidelines for Multinational Enter- EU country will enact its own laws within prises on Responsible Business Conduct and the CSDDD framework by July 2026.

OECD Due Diligence Guidance for ResponCSDDD raises many critically important sible Business Conduct into legal obligations questions that currently remain unanswered, binding on companies that fall within the according to the ABA. CSDDD’s scope (“in-scope” companies or Alarmingly, CSDDD’s requirements MNEs).” extend throughout a company’s entire supply chain. For example, a U.S. fast food chain Links to UN-inspired Globalism operating in EU countries would be required According to the European Commission, to force Idaho farmers growing potatoes for the directive’s goal is “Fostering sustainable French fries sold in EU restaurants to comply and responsible corporate behavior for a just transition towards a sustainable economy.”

However, the reality is more complex and, arguably, totalitarian in its goals.

The CSDDD requires qualifying businesses to take significant actions to reduce and reverse biodiversity loss, limit water and land use/consumption, prohibit specific types of “disinformation,” ensure labor union rights, and implement climate transition plans to eliminate the use of fossil fuels.

This is only a partial list of CSDDD’s requirements, but it’s enough to trigger alarm bells.

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Director General Gerd Müller is quite enthusiastic about this effort. Gerd stated: “The next step is a binding global set of rules that includes companies worldwide – as Director General of the United Nations organization for sustainable economic and industrial development, I am committed to this.”

CSDDD implementation is a few years away, with some transitional time provided.

However, now is the time for American companies with a business presence in EU countries to remain vigilant and demand the U.S. push back on this non-scientific, fact-absent, totalitarian control grab.

Because this impacts global supply chains, it means companies doing business in the EU, even if they have segments of their supply chains in the U.S., will be forced to comply on their home soil as well as abroad.

This illustrates another effort to force global control by using climate concerns as a rationale to push the needle further toward totalitarianism.

Keeping American businesses prosperous should not involve them being forced to comply with foreign regulations that apply to their U.S. operations. American companies need to actively engage with policymakers, industry groups, and international forums to ensure that their interests are protected and that they are not burdened by ill-conceived foreign regulations. By doing so, they can help shape a fair and balanced approach to global sustainability that recognizes the unique challenges and contributions of businesses worldwide.

U.S. businesses should stay informed, be proactive in their compliance strategies, and advocate for reasonable and fair regulations that do not compromise their competitive edge or operational integrity. The time to act is now, before the CSDDD and similar directives become a binding reality that could significantly impact their operations, profitability, and freedoms.

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Estimating the Investment Cost of Raising Replacement Heifers

by Hannah Baker, State Specialized Extension Agent, Beef and Forage Economics UF/IFAS Extension, Range Cattle Research and Education Center

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common question asked each year by cattle producers is, “What should I do with my heifers? Should I raise them as replacements or sell them as weaned heifers?”

This question is especially relevant in today’s market of high prices and the inevitability that expansion will have to start at some point. The answer involves penciling out the expenses and deciding which option best suits an operation in the current market.

Costs of developing heifers include the current value of weaned heifers (opportunity cost), variable expenses, breeding costs, fixed expenses, and absorption costs.

The Replacement Heifer Calculator discussed in this article aims to serve as a guide in organizing each of these costs and can be used as an estimation tool to calculate what it may cost to develop heifers on a specific operation and if it is economical to do so.

The calculator includes several key cost concepts, including:

1. The opportunity cost of selling weaned heifers must be recognized. “What revenue will be forfeited if I decide to raise these heifers rather than selling them now?” Understanding the opportunity costs allows for comparisons at the end of the estimation process to see which option is the most economical for an operation.

2. Variable expenses (feed, medications, and pasture management) and fixed expenses (land rent, labor, and interest) are important for calculating what each heifer needs so that she will be 60 to 65 percent of her mature body weight at the time of breeding.

A way to remember what costs will go into these sections is to ask: “What is needed for the health and nutrition of the heifer?” Variable expenses will vary across operations and from year to year due to fluctuating input costs. Fixed costs should remain roughly the same year to year but will vary across different operations. Interest is

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included to account for the time between the opportunity to sell them as weaned heifers until they are developed.

3. Breeding costs are just that: “What is it going to cost to breed each heifer?”

Whether you are using bulls or artificial insemination (AI), there are costs associated with both. Using natural service involves the costs of purchasing and maintaining the bull or bulls. Annual cost is determined using the following formula: ((purchase cost – useful years in the herd)/value at culling).

A bull’s maintenance cost is his total variable costs, similar to a heifer’s variable cost: “What are the costs associated with maintaining the health of a bull?” The annual bull cost plus the maintenance cost is his total cost.

This total cost is then multiplied by the number of bulls needed, and then divided by total number of heifers to calculate the breeding cost of each heifer.

4. Absorption costs represent the cost of developing open heifers. These costs are absorbed by the bred heifers that remain in the operation. However, absorbed costs can be offset by the revenue from selling those developed, open heifers.

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The cost to develop all heifers is multiplied by the number of open heifers and then divided by the number of bred heifers to assign additional development cost to each bred heifer (cost absorbed).

The revenue received by the sale of open heifers is then divided by the number of bred heifers to offset the additional development cost (revenue absorbed). All totals from each section can now be summed to estimate the cost of developing heifers.

Understanding the full cost to develop heifers allows you to compare that cost to selling heifers at weaning and buying bred replacements. If the price of bred heifers is greater than the total cost to develop bred heifers, a potentially profitable investment has been made in your heifers.

Of course, also important to the decision is your strategy for genetic development, which must be weighed against the value of weaned heifers, development costs, and the cost of purchased replacements. These decisions are all about the goals and risk management strategies of each operation. An example is the total cost to develop 100 heifers is $172,250 or $1,722.5/hd.

However, after considering the revenue of selling 10 open culls, the net development cost is reduced to a total of $150,650 or $1,673.89/hd for each of the remaining 90 bred heifers. Using the results of the example, you would save approximately $27 per head or a total of $2,430 if you raised your replacements (90) rather than buying them.

Even though the price you would have received for selling weaned heifers is higher than the cost of development, the long-term outcome in this scenario suggests that the cost of development was worth the investment. With the value of female cattle expected to rise in the coming months due to inevitable expansion, raising your own replacements to rebuild your herd may be a more economical decision. Expenses can be overwhelming when looked at as a shortterm lump sum. So, it is important to look at them as long-term investments when possible.

The calculator can be found at: https:// rcrec-ona.ifas.ufl.edu/about/directory/staff/ hannah-baker/

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also a mother of four and has been very involved with her kids showing cattle. 4-H and Future Farmers of America figure

by Barry Denton prominently in her life.

She wrote on her page on “X”, “It will be the honor of my life to fight for America’s farmers and our Nation’s agricultural communities.” Then she added in all capitols, “Who’s ready to make agriculture great again?”

Zippy Duvall the president of the American Farm Bureau Federation said, “Effective leadership at USDA is more he election is finally over, and I am important than ever as farmers and ranchgetting used to not having political ers face a struggling agricultural economy.” mail to throw away. Besides, every- He also related that Rollins had a good one has quit asking for money as well. relationship with the Texas Farm Bureau.

I have noticed how magazines, news- Some of the more conservative critics papers, and television news are becoming think she is too much a part of the “old obsolete. These large publishing and guard” which is dedicated to preserving broadcasting companies are having to try free trade and business friendly other routes, or they go out of business. practices.

Most folks get their news from the Of course, the leftists had to complain internet where you have endless choices about her too, but we have already seen regarding who you want to believe. No how much destruction they can cause, so longer do three broadcast networks and a there’s not much point in going there. One few large newspapers control the news. thing that we do know is that she has been They still exist, but a smaller and smaller loyal to President Trump for many years portion of citizens watch or read them. and I’m sure that will continue. Some of Change is on the horizon because my Texas friends think she is wonderful. much of the working class came out to We are about to find out very soon. vote. After the election it was clear that I hope that you got to watch the America was fed up and chose the more National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, traditional path.

Nevada this year either in person or on the It looks like we will get radical change, Cowboy Channel. The talent was superb which is what we need. January 20th, 2025 as usual, and each event was not decided cannot come soon enough in my book. until the last performance which made for Already we are seeing lots of change some good entertainment. just since Mr. Trump won the election.

In fact, the race for All Around Cowboy Remarkably attitudes are willing to was decided with less than six hundred change in the face of foreign wars, dollars separating the two top contenders. wokeism, border countries, and compa- It was also good to see the large amounts nies eliminating DEI which stands for of money paid out to the winning cowboys. diversity, equity, and inclusion policy.

Finally, some of those young folks may Basically, what it means is that someone get ahead in life. They are an inspiration was hired because they were a minority as well as the great livestock. instead of on merit. Does affirmative Let’s roll into 2025 with a newfound action ring a bell? hope for getting ahead and making a On a good note, President Trump has better living. Bringing down fuel prices tapped Brooke Rollins, a 52-year-old alone will make life much more affordable attorney who graduated from Texas A&M once again.

University with an undergraduate degree I think President Trump’s MAGA polin agricultural development as Secretary icies will start this country rolling like it Of Agriculture. Miss Rollins was his hasn’t seen in a long time. I’m looking domestic policy chief during his first forward to it! administration.

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2025 Cattlemen of the Year

Senator Pat Woods, Broadview

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fourth-generation rancher, who has dedicated his life to both the land and the people of his community. The farm and ranch, a historic operation that has been in his family for over a century—was homesteaded by his great-grandfather in 1908. In addition to his deep connection to the land, he has also charted a remarkable career beyond the ranch, blending his agricultural roots with a passion for public service to support and protect the agricultural way of life.

Throughout his life, he has never lost sight of his core values—integrity, strong Christian morals, and a commitment to serving others. These principles guided his entry into public service, where he was elected as a New Mexico State Senator. His years in the State Senate have been marked by his dedication to tackling the state’s issues head-on and always striving for solutions that improve the lives of New Mexicans.

Pat Woods is a dedicated (r to l) Loralee Hunt, daughter; Remington Hunt, Senator Pat Woods and his wife, Eva; Monet Hunt, Mackenzie Hunt, Rigby Hunt, Bronson Corn NMCGA President

family man married to his wife Eva for over 50 years. Eva has been his biggest supporter and cheerleader through the years. Together, they share three children and four wonderful grandchildren and are blessed to have four generations living on the family ranch.

Pat envisions a New Mexico where every citizen can take pride in their work, feel the satisfaction of a job well done, and have the opportunity to contribute to society. He continues to advocate for policies that support economic growth, promote job creation, and ensure that the state’s resources are managed wisely and fairly.

From his roots as a rancher on a family ranch that has withstood the test of time to his leadership in the New Mexico State Senate, Pat Woods has consistently demonstrated the values of hard work, service, and a deep love for his community. His work in agriculture, public policy, and local organizations has had a lasting impact on the state, and his unopposed run for re-election is a testament to the trust and respect he has earned from the people he serves.

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lthough not born in the great state of New Mexico, the 2024 Ayudando Siempre Alli Award winner has lived here for nearly 60 years. He has lived in the Pecos Valley since 1974. He graduated from Hagerman High School and then received an Agriculture degree from New Mexico State University.

He worked much of his early life in agricultural endeavors, and as a building contractor. In the late 1990s he began a career in government service, and worked for the federal government, in several roles until 2014. He worked for a short time as the Building Inspector, for the City of Roswell,

before arriving to work at Chaves County, in January of 2015, where he worked as the Director of Facilities.

In June 2016, he was promoted to the role of Public Services Director. In December of 2020, he was appointed to the position of Chaves County Manager. Bill Williams’s favorite duties are working with people from throughout Chaves County, to identify and find solutions to problems within our community while encouraging those who are working to make Chaves County a better place.

Bill also enjoys working with agriculturalists and entrepreneurs to highlight that our rural counties produce food, fiber, and minerals for much of the world. Bill is honored to work with so many talented Chaves County employees who continually strive to make this the best county in New Mexico.

In 2021 Bill was awarded the New Mexico State Employee of the year by the Arizona & New Mexico Coalition of Counties.

Bill has been married to Tina Williams for 40 years this December. Their family includes their daughter Emily and her husband Matt, who joined the celebration as a surprise, and son Luke.

The award was presented by Bronson Corn, NMCGA President.

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Depot Farm & Ranch Heritage 2024 Scholarship Winner Ayden Clavel, Heritage Scholarship $2,500

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yden Clavel is the son of Blair and Darcie Clavel. Growing up aysie Wood, a homeschooled senior, comes from proud ranchon a 5th generation cattle ranch 25 miles east of Roy, Ayden ing families in New Mexico. She has been an active and has developed a deep passion for the agriculture industry. accomplished member of FFA and 4-H, receiving awards for In addition to his academic achievements, Ayden is an active and high point individual in horse evaluation and serving as secretary involved student, of her local 4-H club, FFA chapter historian, current FFA chapter serving as an officer president and NM FFA District 3 Vice President. in organizations Caysie is also a National Honor Society member and the worship such as 4-H, FFA, leader at Christ’s church in Roswell, New Mexico. In addition, her Student Council, horse judging team is headed to nationals this year. and National Honor An exceptionally bright and self-motivated student, Caysie plans Society. Even with to further her education after high school to become a large his impressive extra- animal nutritionist, with the goal of promoting sustainable curricular resume, agriculture practices and providing safe, nutritious food for her Ayden still manages community. . to find time to participate in basketball, (L to R): Terry Mikulenka Depot Farm and Ranch, football, and track.

Shane Altizer Depot Farm and Ranch, Ayden Clavel After graduation, scholarship winner, Kim Ross Depot Farm and Ranch, Caysie Wood scholarship winner, Bronson Corn Ayden plans to conNMCGA President tinue his education $1,000 to Ayden Clavel at West Texas A&M in Canyon, Texas, where he will pursue a degree in either Agriculture yden Clavel is the son of Blair and Darcie Clavel. Growing up Business or Animal Science.. on a 5th generation cattle ranch 25 miles east of Roy, Ayden has developed a deep passion for the agriculture industry. In addition to his academic achievements, Ayden is an active and involved student, serving as an officer in organizations such as 4-H, FFA, Student Council, and National Honor Society. Even with his impressive extracurricular resume, Ayden still manages to find time to participate in basketball, football, and track. After graduation, Ayden plans to continue his education at West Texas A&M in Canyon, atalie Smith is Texas, where he will a sixth-generpursue a degree in ation rancher either Agriculture i n M i l l s , Ne w Business or Animal Mexico, and is a Science. proud promotor of $1,000 to beef. She is a senior Chantzee Elliot at Roy High School (not pictured) where she is actively Chantzee Elliot, a involved in her fifth generation church, cross farmer and rancher, country, volleyball, has taken part in basketball, track, (L to R): Bronson Corn NMCGA President, Steven National Honor’s Swift Purina, Ayden Clavel scholarship winner, Joram cattle ranching, livestock showing, Societ y, Student Robbs Purina (L to R): Terry Mikulenka Depot Farm and Ranch, and farming since Council, 4-H, and Natalie Smith scholarship winner, Shane Altizer she was a little girl.

FFA. Depot Farm and Ranch Natalie and her Chantzee is a senior at Melrose High School and a member of the brothers own and operate Smith Kids Meat Company, and she is also National Honor Society, Volleyball team, Basketball team, Track, an intern at the Harding County courthouse. She enjoys showing Rode, and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She has received “All steers. Her goal is to be an attorney in the field of agriculture with a A Honor Roll” award every year that she has been attending high school and has given the High Achievement ELA award and the background in constitutional law.

She is passionate about the beef industry and takes great pride Outstanding Culinary Student Award two years in a row. After and interest in her family’s cattle ranch. She hopes to one day have graduation, Chantzee plans to attend college to pursue a degree in . an operation of her own. The promotion and education of beef to Agriculture Business. the public is something that is important to her and is vital for the survival of our industry..

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ibby Modisette is currently attending Clarendon College and is majoring in Agricultural Business with a Minor in Political Science. During her time at Clarendon, she has been selected as a member of Clarendon College Honor Society, and has become a recipient of both the Jerry Hawkins Memorial and Ma Cone scholarships.

She was most recently a member of the High Point Team at the Australian ICMJ contest 2024, and high individual deeming herself and team International Champions. She has also been a participant in the Clarendon College Livestock judging team for the fall of 2023 and is currently participating in the Clarendon College 2023-2024 meat judging team, Honor Society and Clarendon Baptist JUMP missionary..

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He has dedicated his life to service through numerous boards, commissions, and task forces including the NM Water Quality Control Board, San Francisco Soil and Water Conservation District, NM Governor’s Blue Ribbon Task Force, Gila/San Francisco Water Commission and the list goes on.

He has attended every legislative session and fought tirelessly in Santa Fe and in Washington, DC to protect property rights and our way of life. With his years of knowledge in working with the legislature and the Governor’s office, you can say he has made his mark on this state. Howard Hutchinson has served for many years as the Executive Director of the Coalition of Arizona/New Mexico Counties working to protect private property rights and encourage and maintain the multiple use of lands.

The award was pres e nt e d b y A b b y O’C on nor, g r a nddaughter of Bruce and Alice King.

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Elia was raised on registered and commercial cow/calf operations in Northeastern and Central New Mexico and has worked her way through all the possible jobs on the ranch. Elia plans to attend West Texas A&M after graduation to pursue a degree in Agricultural Media and Communication..

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2024 NMCGA Photo Contest Winners Livestock (left) 1st Place: Jackie Freeman (below left) 2nd Place: Makani Nakasone

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(below) 3rd Place: Emma Sherwood

(right) 2nd Place: Jackie Freeman

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2024 Green From The Ground Up Award: Dave Kenneke Kids in Ag (top left) 1st Place: Emma Sherwood (middle) 2nd Place: Brittany Nickels (bottom left) 3rd Place: Lizzy McDonald

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he 2024 Green From Ground Up award winner manages livestock, farming, timber, wildlife, hunting, and conservation operations. He is the Director of Ranching and Conservation at the Philmont Scout Ranch in Cimarron. He has been at Philmont for the last 23 years.

Prior to that he punched cows at the CS Ranch in Cimarron. He also manages the cattle and farming operations at the Historic Chase Ranch in Cimarron.

Dave Kenneke serves as President of the Miami Water Users Association, is a past President of New Mexico Rural Water Association, has served as a Regional Representative for Interstate Stream Commission Water Planning, and on numerous other state and regional boards and committees. He has been part of the Cimarron Maverick Club Rodeo operation for over 30 years.

Dave earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree in communication from the University of Illinois at Springfield. He and his wife Cindy have two children that are both currently attending New Mexico State University.

Dave works hard along the side of a great team of volunteers to help support, safeguard, and promote the importance of agriculture and beef production.

The award was presented by NMCGA President Bronson Corn.

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A new tradition Jamie would like to implement: “This provokes me to start a “Remember when group”. Every Sunday once a month older generations meet up with the younger generations. I believe by starting this gathering and sharing of oral history, we can help preserve it, document it and be able to ensure that we bridge our generational gap, foster connection amongst producers and ensure that our agricultural heritage lives on.”

The Heritage Buckle Contest attracted 36 Amanda Culbertson (l) presented the Buckle Award applicants from 18 counties across the state. to Jamie Munoz (c) with NMCGA President Bronson Each county’s winner received a buckle and Corn. a one-year NMCGA membership, while the statewide winner, Jamie Munoz, was awarded a $1,000 scholarship.

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Steven is an exemplary family man whose strong work ethic speaks for itself. As an agent, he is always helping with 4-H and FFA tag-ins, as well as assisting families with inspections during fair season. He continues to stand out both professionally and personally, earning the respect of all.

Though soft-spoken and kind-hearted, Steven leads by example. Over the years, he has consistently made difficult situations easier, providing solutions to keep shipments on schedule and ensuring the proper paperwork is always provided to receiving yards.

He has been an invaluable asset to cattle operations throughout the region.

The award was sponsored by Sauble Ranch and presented by Troy Sauble.

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some bulls but didn’t care for the horns,” he R ou nd up said. “So stuck with the mini-broncs.” He didn’t have any interest in any other events.

Brody’s Junior High Rodeo career started event to his roster, tie-down calf roping. Why just last year as a 6th grader when he ended that event? He admits to being a little bit up qualifying for JH Nationals in the Steer influenced by living in the hometown of Saddle Bronc Riding (the only saddle bronc World Champion Shad Mayfield.

Brody passed on a big thanks to his sponevent for junior high competitors). He finished the first round tied for first with sors for helping him get down the road and another New Mexico bronc rider, Catch to the qualifiers for the Yeti Junior World Roberts. He ended up 2nd in the round and Finals that currently are all held in other 17th overall. states. His sponsors are MC Diesel, Clovis Back at it this fall, Brody is currently MainStreet, Maxine Oehler, Sharon and Story & Photos By Julie Carter again tying Catch for the top of the Steer Kelcey Koehler, Addie Davis and Backwoods Saddle Bronc standings going into the spring Apparel and Graphics. run. His favorite rodeo last fall was not the one he did the best at, but the one with all the mud, Ft. Sumner. “That was just a lot of getting dirty fun,” he said.

Brody is the son of Damon and Amy Bisetti and has two older sisters, Whitney and Alyssa.

He doesn’t get to practice on live bucking stock much except at the rodeos but practices intensely with a spur board and a bucking barrel. It’s working Brody Bisetti 2024 Yeti Junior World Finals Reserve for him. His hobbies Champion Junior Bronc Rider. include hunting, Brody Bisetti at the 2024 Yeti Junior World Finals. fishing and target ust returning from his first White Tail practice with his deer hunt, a successful one at that, the rifle.

7th grade Clovis, New Mexico cowboy What’s the draw dialed into his successful rodeo career to for him to the saddle date. Brody Bisetti, 13, is packing a brand bronc event? “I just new title and buckle, and has his eye on the love the thrill of it,” remainder of his 7th grade junior high rodeo he said without hesseason. itation.

“The Rolling back just a couple weeks, Brody excitement and the left Las Vegas, Nev. the reigning Reserve challenge does it for Champion Junior Saddle Bronc Rider at the me.” Brody shared 2024 Yeti Junior World Finals. No stranger that Cody DeMers to the Vegas stage, this was his 7th year to has really helped qualify in the saddle bronc riding. He was h i m w h e n h e only 6 years old when he qualified the first at tended a C SI time by covering a mini-bronc at the New Champions Rodeo Mexico State fair. That sent him to an actual School. qualifier in Liberal, Kansas where he covered Spring Junior his bronc there sending him to his first Yeti’s High rodeos may see Junior World Finals.

Brody return to the Brody was destined for the title “roughie” Boys Goat Tying when he first started out mutton busting at with his eye on age 4. “I rode some calves after that, tried add i ng a not her Brody Bisetti at the 2024 Junior High National Rodeo.

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New Mexico Rodeo Association 2024 Stock Contractor of the Year: 777 Rodeo Company

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he 777 Rodeo Company, Texline, Texas made a loud comeback in 2024 and shows no signs of slowing down in 2025.

This first year back in rodeo contracting business, they were voted the 2024 NMRA Stock Contractor of the Year. It is the 8th such title for 777 Rodeo Co., but the first under the leadership of Pecos Winters and crew with the seven prior titles going to his dad Guy Winters before 2011.

Broncs from the 777 string also took home some new “hardware.” Bar 11 Jess was named Bareback Horse of the Year, E13 John Cena took Bareback Horse of the Finals and Saddle Bronc Horse of the Year was 44 Shaniqua.

“I have a lot of people to thank for this,” Pecos said. “In particular, my wife Sarah.

She’s done so much flanking, picking up at schools, sorting for rodeos, you name it she does it with a smile. My dad Guy Winters’ expertise is unparalleled. We couldn’t do all this without him even though he claims he just “dips Copenhagen and flanks horses.” I also have to thank Annie Winters for picking up for me at everything we do. She was named the 2024 NMRA Finals Pickup Woman.”

Bringing 777 Rodeo Company back from the “archives” has been a family effort. The company was forced to sell out in January 2011 after then owner Guy Winters was seriously hurt in a horse accident, breaking his neck and ultimately breaking the bank.

Pecos was only about 14 when it happened.

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grew from there. We were seeing our stuSo even though he worked as a pickup man, dents go out and start showing up in various his comeback to the business was through standings and we had a few right off make the circuit finals.” rodeo schools.

“I started with rodeo schools,” recalls “I’ve always loved bucking horses,” said Pecos. “I was picking up broncs all over from Pecos and I’ve been picking up broncs for 17 Canada to Mexico and everywhere it was the years. I started when I was 11 years old.” same. There were no bronc riders. So, I saw Pecos’s wife Sarah does a ton of the flanking, where there was a need to build the bucking picking up at the rodeo schools hosted by 777, horse events back and my wife and I decided sorting and anything else that needs done. to start putting on some schools. That was “And always with a smile,” Pecos said. in 2022 and we did just a few and then fol- Although there may be a temporary lull her lowed that with some mini-clinics and it just action, as she is expecting their first baby, a

Guy Winters pulling the flank on a 777 Rodeo Company Saddle Bronc of the Year, Shaniqua at the NMRA Finals.

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Pecos said last year they did a lot more schools than they did rodeos, but the coming year will see them push for more balance with more rodeos. “In fact, a lot of times what we do is we will have a school the day before our rodeo and then we will have a novice bronco riding in the rodeo,” Pecos said. “So those kids will come in and they will get schooled on Thursday and Friday morning.

We’ll buck some practice horses, let them get on a handful and then they’ll enter the rodeo.”

Pecos knows exactly what the assignment is. “God gave me the vision and he put everything together,” he said. “Everything, all of it, was designed and lined out by God. I could tell you story after story of the testimonies coming out of the schools. That’s when you know you’re doing what you’re supposed to. Christ gets all the credit for it.”

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Roswell Livestock Auction . . 36 Running Creek Ranch . . . . . 64 Rusty’s Weigh Scales & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Santa Rita Ranch . . . . . . . . . 63 Scott Land . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Select Sires Member Cooperative . . . . . . . . . . 64 Sidwell Farm & Ranch Realty . 65 Skaarer Brangus . . . . . . .50, 62 SonsRay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

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T & S Manufacturing . . . . . . 71 TechniTrack, LLC . . . . . . . . . 61 Terrell Land & Livestock Co. . . 65 Texas Alliance sale . . . . . . . 13 The Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Thompson Ranch . . . . . .32, 64 Tom Robb & Sons . . . . . . . . 63 Tucumcari Bull Test . . . . . . . 21 2 Bar Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 U Bar Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 United Country Real Estate . . 68 United Fiberglass, Inc. . . . . . 57 USA Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Verde Real Estate . . . . . . . . 70 Virden Perma Bilt Co. . . . . . . 61 W&W Fiberglass Tank Co. . . . 30 Weaver Ranch . . . . . . . . . . 28 West Star Herefords . . . . .59, 62 Williams Windmill, Inc. . . .53, 61 WW - Paul Scales . . . . . . . . . 46 Zia Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . 70

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Parker Brangus . . . . . . . . . . 65 Perez Cattle Company . . . 3, 62 Pinnacle Solar Power, LLC . . . 54 Pot Of Gold Gelbvieh Assoc . 19 Pratt Farms . . . . . . . . . . 20, 64 Punchy Cattle Company . . 28, 45 Red Doc Farm . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Republic Ranches, LLC . . . . . 66 Reynolds Land & Cattle . . . . 26 Rio Grande Scales & Equipment . . . . . . . . .61, 87 Rio Hondo Land & Lvsk Co. . . 63 Roswell Brangus Breeders Co-Op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Roswell Brangus Bull & Female Sale . . . . . . . . . . 2

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ROSWELL BRANGUS SALE Feb 22, 2025 Roswell Livestock Auction Roswell, NM Females – 11:00 am Lunch for Buyers – 12 noon Bulls — 1:00 pm Horses sell immediately after the Bull sale Cattle available for viewing Friday, February 21

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