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DEPARTMENTS 10 NMCGA President’s Message

by Bronson Corn, President

12 Just the Facts ... & Then Some

by Caren Cowan, Publisher New Mexico Stockman

14 New Mexico CowBelles Jingle Jangle 18 New Mexico’s Old Times & Old Timers

by Don Bullis

20 Food & Fodder

by Deanna Dickinson McCall

36 News Update: Beyond Meat Downsizes, NAIA Applauds Reintroduction of Bipartisan Healthy Dog Importation Act, Update on USDA Efforts to Fight New World Screwworm in Mexico 38 View from the Backside

by Barry Denton

41 In Memoriam 46 Riding Herd

by Lee Pitts

49 Beef — It’s What’s for Dinner 50 Marketplace 51 Seedstock Guide 54 Real Estate Guide 60 Sandhill Sheriffs and Shotgun Diplomacy by a Sandhills Vet in the Tradition of Baxter Black

61 New Mexico Beef Council Bullhorn 74 New Mexico Federal Lands News

by Jerry Schickedanz

76 Advertisers’ Index

FEATURES 13 Wolves Among Us 16 Time to Fix the Broken Equal Access to Justice Act

by Nick Smith, Healthy Forests Healthy Communities

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17 NMDA Launches “Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture” Campaign 19 “Serious Defect” in Listing the Lesser Prairie Chicken as Endangered

by Hannah Grover, nm.news

21 A Legacy of Leadership

by Jayda Goodson, Texico FFA

23 Bronson Corn 2025 Sheepman of the Year

by Carol Wilson

40 Gifting to Manage Estate Taxes

by Robert Moor, Farm Office, Ohio State University

44 President Trump Seeks to Merge Firefighting Efforts into Single Agency

by Caren Cowan

47 Honoring Brandon Devine: A Legacy of Service, Strength and Heart in New Mexico FFA

by Madison Kenyon, New Mexico FFA

48 CEI Stops Household Water Appliance Restrictions

by Ken Lassmen, Competitive Enterprise Institute

64 Mexican Border Closes Again

by Darrell S. Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist, Cow Calf Corner

66 What Meat Wants From New Canadian Government

by Lisa M. Keefe, meatingplace.com

67 Needle Selection for Vaccinating Cattle

by Mark Z. Johnson, Oklahoma Beef Cattle Breeding Specialist, Cow Calf Corner

68 WOTUS: A Narrowing EPA Definition is Reshaping the Clean Water Act

by Brian Bienkowski, The New Lede, Investigate Midwest

71 Nogal & Montosa Camp Meetings Coming Up 72 Water, Shade and the Right Nutrition Can Help Mitigate Heat Stress in Cattle

by Chris Forcheria, Beef Research Manager, Purina

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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

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want to start off by saying thank you all for the many kind words that have been shared congratulating me on Sheepman of the Year. It is not very often that you have the President of The New Mexico Cattle Growers being honored as the Sheepman of the Year, I have to say that I am truly honored!

Sheep have been a large part of my family’s legacy since the late 1800s, so needless to say, sheep run deep in my blood. Unfortunately, in 2024 we had to sell our ewe herd. It was not an easy thing to do, but it was the right thing to do.

Our complete herd went to an amazing family here in NM. The King Family that live in the Yeso area were gracious enough to buy the entire herd of ewes from us, and honestly, I cannot think of a better place for them to end up!

The decision was not an easy one by any stretch of the imagination. When you fight every day to keep them alive either from the drought or predators and you wake up one day knowing that you are fighting a losing battle, hard decisions had to be made! This is the reason it is so imperative that you get involved.

Our state policy makers decided that trapping or snaring could not and should not be allowed on any federally allocated lands! We need folks to show up in droves when policies like this are brought up in Santa Fe, especially since the vast majority of the legislators that make policy decisions for agriculture have no clue what production agriculture entails. Now don’t get me wrong, we do have some legislators that know and understand how we operate… It is just not very many!

If there is one thing that you can do to help your friends, family, neighbors, and the next generation of ranchers in our state, it is to get involved! Run for a county commission seat, school board, Soil and Water District, State Representative, State Senate.

Heck, we all know we are in DESPERATE need of Congressmen and Congresswomen! We need folks to take a stand and say enough is enough! If your kids or grandkids are going to stand a chance at making an honest living in ranching, we must get heavily involved.

There is a saying that describes a scary industry and agriculture cycle “Soft times create Soft Men, and Soft Men create Hard Times, Hard times create Hard Men, Hard Men create Soft times.”

Hard decisions are never fun to make; we just pray that God leads us to fulfill what He has in store for us in every situation that we face.

As it says in Philippians 1:6 , “Be confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” Just know that if He leads you to an obstacle, He will carry you through it!

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JUST THE FACTS ... & THEN SOME

by Caren Cowan, Publisher New Mexico Stockman

A Little Good News on the Wolf Front

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n May 27 the Arizona Department of Game & Fish picked up the collared pair of Mexican wolves and their pups from a Cochise County ranch. The wolves were translocated to the area on May 24, 2024.

In the meantime the pair, and other wolves, have savaged livestock on area ranches killing up to 30 cows and one colt.

With emergency declarations pending, the government made the decision to retrieve the wolves.

This won’t solve the problem even in Cochise County. There are believed to be un-collared wolves in the area. One is said to be a wolf-coyote hybrid. There is no word on the government front on how these are to be addressed.

Nor have there been any long term solutions presented for those in Northeastern Arizona or New Mexico who have suffered at the mouths of wolves for decades.

Shasta County California is having their share of problems with gray wolves and have passed their own emergency resolution along with tips on how to protect yourself from wolves (see page 72). Clearly they are listening to the US Fish & Wildlife Service.

Folks, we have been there and done that with the deterrent tools. The habitat modifications suggested will put people in big country out of business.

Warren, the bill aims to prohibit conflicts of nation. Mississippi, Florida, Nebraska, interest and anti-competitive practices in Montana, Indiana, and Alabama are among these checkoff programs. This group may be the first to totally ban lab grown meats. bipartisan but it does leave one scratching Indiana’s law is a two-year moratorium their head. on the products from July 1, 2025 to June 30, Cory Booker and Elizabeth Warren have 2027. Following the temporary ban, cultirarely, if ever, been supportive of vated meat products will then be required to agriculture. display the phrase “this is an imitation meat “We must change the agricultural checkoff product.” programs that put money in the hands of The Texas Legislature has passed a ban corporate lobbyists at the expense of farmers bill that is on its way to Governor Greg and ranchers,” Warren said. “The OFF Act Abbott’s desk. will put commonsense safeguards in place Other states including Iowa, South Carto ensure accountability and transparency olina, Oklahoma and South Dakota have for our farmers.” passed mandatory labeling for the fake meat.

The OFF Act is endorsed by organizations However, Florida is now facing a legal representing more 200,000 American challenge to the 2024 state law from UPSIDE farmers and ranchers, including the United Foods, Inc. The California-based manufacStates Cattlemen’s Association, Farm Action turer of lab-grown poultry products claims Fund, American Grassfed Association, the ban violates the Commerce Clause of the R-CALF USA, Kansas Cattlemen’s Associa- U.S. Constitution because it was enacted to tion and Organization for Competitive shield in-state producers of conventional Markets. meat from competition from out-of-state “America’s farmers are being ripped off by producers of cultivated meat. federal checkoff programs that take farmers’ The lawsuit also argues that Florida’s law money and play favorites with who they is preempted under federal laws that regulate serve,” Lee said in a statement. “The OFF Act the interstate market for meat and poultry will implement accountability measures to products. A federal judge has ruled the cut waste, enforce transparency, and ensure lawsuit may proceed. that our farmers get the services they pay for.”

Many consumers express concerns about Measures included in the legislation lab-grown meat, stemming from perceived include requiring checkoff boards to release unnaturalness, health uncertainties, and a transparent budgets and undergo regular preference for traditional meat. A significant audits. portion of the public distrusts this technolThe lawmakers point to a USDA investi- ogy due to the unknown risks and a general gation that found a subcontractor fear of new food technologies. Additionally, organization had improperly used $302,000 ethical considerations, like the use of animal of checkoff program funding as evidence of cells in the initial production stages, raise the bill’s importance. questions about animal welfare.

While cultivated meat supporters often Keeping Meat Real claim that lab-grown meat is more sustainWhile it is not yet an overwhelming able than traditional, farm-raised meat movement, measures to ban and/or label products, the Center for the Environment cultured meats are marching across the and Welfare, one of the leading critics of labgrown meat, points out researchers at UC Davis vastly disagree. A recent study there found the global warming potential of labbased meat using purified media (the ingredients needed to help animal cells multiply) is four to 25 times greater than the D V E RT I S E average for retail beef.

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BEWARE OF WOLVES YOU ARE IN WOLF COUNTRY

Make noise so you don’t surprise wildlife.

Hike with a walking stick and carry bear spray.

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Keep dogs on a leash and close to you. Dogs aggravate wolves. If you encounter a wolf, keep the dog away from the wolf.

Never approach a wolf.

IF A WOLF STANDS ITS GROUND OR APPROACHES YOU: Do not run. Keep eye contact with the wolf and act unafraid.

EMERGENCY SITUATION WITH A WOLF CALL 911

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best one in a long time. The presentations arships have increased and are funded by were very informative and fun. Everyone had Powderhorn’s annual Old Fort Days Beef a good time. Thanks to everyone for the great BBQ. In the future, brand napkin proceeds door prizes, all of Ande’s and Becky’s hard will also add to scholarships, community work in making the table decorations, name outreach and beef education. Hamburger tags and handouts, and to everyone who meat will again be donated to the Fort brought food and drinks and helped set up Sumner Elementary Honor Student Hamand clean up after. Ag Day in Artesia will be burger Fry. Volunteers are needed for Ag Day May 9th at Park Jr. High. Lauren Marbach at Vaughn Elementary School. Pat Knowlin oversees that project this year. Doc Darnell, Memorial donations will be made in memory ost people think about the plot The Wine Glass Cowboy, is donating a of Sonny Lappenbush and Emmit Shephard. because it generally thickens some- cowhide again this year for us to raffle off at A get-well card was signed for Danita Agar where in the middle of the story. Our the County Fair. He donated one last year for for her recent hospital stay. Sales have closed plot seems to be consistent and is only thick- the first time. We really appreciate Doc and for individual brands for the Powderhorn ened every once in a while. Wink wink. his generosity. Meeting adjourned. The CattleWomen brand napkin. A brand napkin What do a bunch of ladies do when they program was given by Carol Gutierrez, with facsimile was shown and a final mockup on get together and discuss the beef industry? two different recipes for beef rub. She an actual napkin will be created, approved, This whole organization is held up by our brought a nice variety of seasonings and and mass produced in time to sell at the June 20 locals around the state in four districts. little jars for each of the members to make 14th BBQ. Mary McClain will check on using These ladies are the cream of the crop and their own beef rub to take home and use. It the napkin template for thank you cards. In the best of the best. They are dedicated to was so much fun! Thank you, Carol. Respect- lieu of a brand spot, Pat Copeland donated their local beef industry as well as our state. fully submitted, Tina Kincaid, Secretary the fee to Powderhorn. Thanks for Pat’s genWhen called upon they jump at a chance to erosity, Sarah Fitzgerald’s expertise and help in any way they can.

Mesilla Valley CowBelles met at Nopal- every member’s effort toward this worthThey all have an individual call to action itos Restaurant on May 6, 2025, with six while project. A detailed discussion of BBQ for the reason they are members and they all members present. Minutes and treasurer plans followed. Menu will consist of a Beef shine in their roles. report given and approved. ANCW fund- BBQ sandwich, condiments, chips, cold New Mexico CowBelles is truly blessed raiser for scholarships silent auction bottled water and a variety of homemade with the best members. I am truly grateful discussed and shared with members. One desserts for $15.00. Carol is responsible for for each and every one of them and their item is a Shoofly print. MVCB will donate a change. Calls will go out for deserts. It was commitment to our organization. print for the silent auction at mid-year, mentioned that inactive members are espeAnd anytime the plot thickens, look another Shoofly print. Thank you, Bob and cially good at providing desserts. A poster around and find a CowBelle. We are pretty Julie Shufelt for always supporting the Ag listing former Powderhorn scholarship good at helping you get out of a jam, open a Industry!!! Ag Explorer discussed: MVC will winners will be front and center along with gate, give shots or make you lunch. purchase electric branding irons with differ- Beef Council materials. Thanks to the New And if you haven’t joined in on our story ent implements for kids to brand, for the Mexico Beef Council for subsidizing the beef and want to become a member of the New Brand presentation box. MVC is still looking and providing aprons for servers. Servers are Mexico CowBelles–the Cattlewomen of New for faux meats to go in the beef presentation reminded to have their Food Handler Cards Mexico. We invite you to join us now. It’s box and other such items. The other presen- up to date. Kari Henry will obtain the NM never too late! tation box will be the Beef by Products box; Environment Dept. temporary food permit.

See you down the trail! the group just needs to divide their current The next meetings are June 12th for BBQ – Corrina Casler box. The group voted to pay for the purchase preparation and June 14th for the BBQ. After New Mexico CowBelles President of Beef license plates. Dona Ana Ag Explorer all the talk about food, a beef, bread and for May was canceled due to testing dates. potluck lunch was very much appreciated.

Yucca CowBelles held their monthly The SNMSF dates are September 24-28. Respectfully submitted, Karen Kelling meeting Tuesday April 21, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. American Ag Credit is working toward at CVE in Artesia. Eleven members were in opportunities for Community Ag Projects, New Mexico CowBelles: Thank you to attendance. Carol Gutierrez served as more to come soon. The Ag Explorer all who have submitted their news to Jingle hostess. Everyone brought their scissors and program at the fair will soon be planning Jangle. As a reminder, please send minutes cut out the brands for the brand quilt that their programs for elementary and career and/or newsletters to Jingle Jangle, Janet Carol will make for the raffle at the County day hopefully. Mesilla Valley is always Witte, 1860 Foxboro Ct., Las Cruces, NM Fair in July. Meeting was called to order by anxious to assist. Meeting adjourned. Sub- 88007 or email: janetwitte@msn.com by the President Joan Kincaid. Becky Waldrop led mitted by Janet Witte 14th of every month. Have a great year! the Pledge of Allegiance and Kyler Bowerman read the CowBelle Creed. Minutes from Powderhorn Cattlewomen met May 8, the previous meeting were read and approved. 2025 with ten members at the home of The District Workshop was reported on by Brenda Copeland with Carol Church as Ande and Becky. Appreciation was expressed co-hostess. Everyone reported on and was to Joan for organizing and getting it all thankful for the rain received since the last together in short order. Visitors’ comments meeting. Emily Velasquez, Allison Sleep and were all positive and it was agreed it was the Jett Vick earned $1,000 scholarships. ScholJINGLE JANGLE

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Time to Fix the Broken Equal Access to Justice Act Source: Healthy Forests Healthy Communities

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he Equal Access to Justice Act (EAJA) was created with good intentions—to protect individuals and small businesses from being steamrolled by the federal government. Passed in 1980, EAJA was meant to level the playing field by reimbursing legal costs when citizens successfully challenged government overreach.

But decades later, this once-noble law has become a tool for abuse. Well-funded anti-forestry groups now exploit EAJA to block the very forest management projects that communities and public lands desperately need.

Under EAJA, plaintiffs can recover attor-

ney fees from the federal government when they prevail or settle in court. But here’s the catch: even a partial victory or procedural settlement can trigger these payments, regardless of the lawsuit’s broader merit or public benefit.

Many environmental litigants have figured this out—and they’re profiting from it. By suing over fuel reduction and forest health projects, they collect taxpayer-funded attorney fees while obstructing active forest management under the guise of protecting the environment.

The Forest Service alone pays out an estimated $1 million per year in EAJA awards.

Including other federal land and wildlife agencies, annual costs likely range from $2 to $3 million.

These figures don’t account for the untold hours of agency staff time, lost productivity, or missed opportunities to implement science-based forest management. In fact, in some regions, more than half of annual land management budgets are now consumed by environmental analysis and litigation defense—rat her than project implementation.

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It documented how massive 501(c)(3) organizations routinely evade statutory limits on attorney fees, receive excessive awards, and litigate without having any direct financial stake in the outcomes. These lawsuits aren’t about protecting the environment. They’re about stopping management at all costs, regardless of the consequences for forest health, public safety, or rural jobs.

The Trump Administration has attempted to address some of these legal abuses through executive orders encouraging bonding requirements and stricter enforcement of court procedures. These are helpful first steps. But EAJA reform must ultimately come from Congress. Past legislative efforts—including the Government Litigation Savings Act and earlier versions of the Resilient Federal Forests Act—would have limited attorney fees, reinstated transparency, and required plaintiffs to post bonds when seeking to block forest projects.

Those reforms were sensible then, and they’re urgently needed now.

Unfortunately, these provisions are missing from today’s key forestry proposals, including the Fix Our Forests Act. That should change.

EAJA was never meant to serve as a blank check for serial litigants. It was designed to ensure fairness, not to fuel a business model based on obstruction. Without reform, taxpayers will continue funding lawsuits that delay or derail the forest projects we so urgently need. It’s time to fix EAJA and return the law to its original purpose—protecting citizens, not empowering ideological anti-forestry groups.

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NMDA Launches “Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture” Campaign

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he New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) announces the launch of its new “Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture” campaign, celebrating the respected, hardworking women who have shaped the state’s agricultural community.

NMDA is now accepting nominations for the 2026 Matriarchs of New Mexico Agriculture class. The nomination deadline is Friday, June 20, at midnight.

This new program honors women who have devoted their lives to advancing agri-

culture in New Mexico, supporting their families, communities and industry with leadership, mentorship, and advocacy.

A matriarch is defined as a “head of family or tribe” or “an older woman who is powerful within a family or organization,” and NMDA seeks to recognize those who embody these ideals.

“With 2025 as the inaugural year for this campaign, NMDA has selected two legendary women to kick off the campaign and inspire future nominations,” said New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte.

“These two honorees were not only the vision behind this campaign, but have consistently championed the agriculture industry and NMDA’s initiatives in recent years. They will be formally recognized this September.”

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NMDA invites the agriculture industry, and families across New Mexico to nominate the inspiring women who have made a lasting impression on New Mexico agriculture.

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NEW MEXICO’S OLD TIMES & OLD TIMERS

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historian having published a book on the subject.

ferent parts of the country, some of whom we shall speak will be remembered in the mountain countries of the west.”

(Note: your present editor, beginHe then goes on to mention Wild Bill, ning in 2002, served as Sheriff Buffalo Bill, and Cherokee Bill. None of them [president] of this group, now known had much impact on New Mexico affairs. as the New Mexico Westerners AssociWild Bill was already dead (1876) but the ation, off and on [mostly on] until last other two remained extant. month, that is, May 2025. In 1967 the Cactus continued. group had 11 members; at present it has “But little is known … of the real character about 80.) of Prairie Dog Dave, except that we are informed that he was for a long time a A “cognomen,” by the way, is a nick-name. rounder up the wave. [The definition of “up We had to look it up, too. the wave” has not been found.] Mysterious Gregg cited several items received by the Dave is too well known in this community Las Vegas Optic newspaper in 1881 from a to dwell upon at length. Fat Jack was not a correspondent known only as “Cactus.” bad man, he always wore good clothes and Since Gregg didn’t seem to believe in the use was a member of the gang. of quotation marks, it is difficult, actually “Flap Jack Bill, Fly Speck Sam and Bull impossible, to tell who said what on the pages Shank Jack all came to Las Vegas about the of his report. What follows here seems to be same time the railroad got here and were quoted from an item called, “THE FELLOWS soon run in the quay on a charge of train and WITH NAMES.” It is presented verbatim. coach robbery [Bull Shank is a euphemism “It may be somewhat interesting to your for Bull ****, the more common vulgarity for readers to know that many of the characters “manure”]. Cockeyed Frank is not considered whose special desire seems to have been to a bad man, although he downed his man lead a reckless life, always keeping far in about two years ago in an Eastern [sic] town advance of that great civilizer, the railroad, called Dodge City, but it was adjudged by the have passed to their home from whence no courts of that country to be justifiable. traveler returns. While many of them are yet “Corn Hole Johnny hails from Texas and alive, plying their terrible vocations in dif- his special forte is three card monte. Slim Jim was shot in leadville [sic] about two years ago.

Split Nose Red is at present in El Paso getting in his work on tenderfeet.

“Six Shooter Bill, we understand, is at Deming, doing good service in his line [no mention is made of what that “line” might be]. One-Armed Charlie, who was outlawed from Leadville six months ago, came to Vegas, shot the windows out of Burton’s restaurant, was run into Tombstone where, it has been reported, he was handed down for food for the worms of that consecrated soil.

“Alkali Charlie, while at Carson City, was regarded as an honest youth. He was certainly trying to make an honest living at his business, blacking boots. But when he came to Las Vegas, he manifested a desire to be a shooter. He cut a hole in the leg of his boot and in the wee hours of the night, went out on the street and fired his pistol several times, literally perforating the front of the Toejam Saloon and reported that someone had shot at him, showing up the wound in his boot.

Judge Steele did not think he could get to the joint as a killer and wisely ordered Alkali to leave town instantly. He has never been heard of since.

“Sheeny Frank is said to be at Lamy Junction making war on peacable [sic] citizens.

Hurricane Bill, we believe, has been regarded as a killer; we don’t at present know if he is alive or not. Texas Frank is hardly worth speaking of. He would, perhaps, at one time liked to have acquired a reputation as a bad man, but Mysterious Dave had no use for him and he left Las Vegas over a year ago for parts unknown. It is believed by many of the fraternity that if he did not kill himself, he had ought to.

“Billy the Kid is sentenced to be hung in Mesilla. [Billy was sentenced on April 15, 1881, only six days before this item appeared in the Optic.] Buggy Jim is in Denver, steering for those who are more expert than himself with the bones. Rattlesnake Bill Joined [sic] Gideons band at Canoncito [sic] about a year ago. Stink Foot Jack and Apache Bill have been lost sight of. We shall at some future period speak of a few more of the memorable gang.”

Yes, in some future issue we will revisit some of the evil doings around Las Vegas, New Mexico, as reported by the anonymous Cactus.

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‘Serious Defect’ in Listing The Lesser Prairie Chicken as Endangered

by Hannah Grover, nm.news

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he U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (FWS) and the U.S. Department of the Interior (DOI) have asked a federal district court to send the listing of the lesser prairie chicken under the Endangered Species Act back to the agencies as they plan to vacate the listing.

Industry groups, including the Permian Basin Petroleum Association as well as the State of Texas, challenged the decision to list the southern population of the bird as endangered and the northern population as threatened. The southern population can be found in New Mexico.

In the filing in early May, the FWS stated that it had found a “serious defect” in the rule listing the prairie chicken as threatened and endangered. The agency said vacating the rule would allow the federal government to address that defect as well as the concerns

Texas and the other plaintiffs raised.

The filing comes as Republicans in the U.S. Congress have sought to overturn the protections for the lesser prairie chicken on the basis that it will harm economic development.

According to the filing, the FWS has determined that it did not “provide adequate justification and analysis to support the determination” that the lesser prairie chicken has two distinct population segments that warrant different levels of protection.

The FWS acknowledged that the species will be without federal protections under the Endangered Species Act while it reviews the decision to list the lesser prairie chicken as two distinct populations. However, the court filing states “at least sixteen different conservation efforts and programs administered by state, federal and private entities exist that benefit the lesser prairie chicken.”

Environmental advocacy groups such as the Center for Biological Diversity decried the decision. The Center for Biological Diversity previously attempted to intervene in the court case, but its motion was denied.

In denying the motion, the Court stated that the federal government agencies would defend the decision to list the bird under the Endangered Species Act.

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RANCH FOOD & FODDER

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hen I was a kid, it was a real treat to go to a Chinese restaurant when we made a trip to town. There were no big Chinese buffets, you had a menu to choose from and order the food you wanted.

If it was noon there were usually combination plates to choose from. Some places also offered a la carte dishes.

A favorite for my family was to order family dinners for however many people you had. Dinners for 2 up to dinners for 6. The dinners usually offered a variety of dishes, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Szechuan style.

You could get things like sweet and sour meat dishes, tempura shrimp, fried rice, chop suey chow mein with fried noodles, egg foo young,

etc. All those plates of tantalizing food also meant there would be leftovers to take back to the ranch.

Nowadays, if you want Oriental food there’s big buffets, the famous chains the bigger cities have; or frozen concoctions consisting mainly of rice or noodles with little real meat. It is pretty rare to find a place that actually cooks the order.

Like many of you living far from such places we learn to make what we want. Kind of like the old saying of necessity being the mother of invention. Not that certain food cravings are necessary, but it is nice to be able to create what someone really wants.

Most folks on ranches don’t have the options of take-out, restaurant deliveries, etc.

I learned at a fairly early age that you get out what you put in, and that applies to ranch living. Not the stuff of Yellowstone or Dallas, but real ranch life. Making the best home you can and that includes serving the best food you can.

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A Legacy of Leadership

by Jayda Goodson, Texico FFA

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n life, it is important to honor those who have made an impact greater than imagined within the National FFA Organization.

Tony Johnson is one of those individuals.

After more than 30 years of dedicated service, Johnson is retiring — but not without leaving a legacy that will continue to shape lives for generations.

A mentor, coach, advisor and friend, Johnson is more than an educator — he is a pillar of the Corona FFA Chapter and the New Mexico FFA Association.

To many, Johnson is more than just a teacher. “He’s one of the greatest mentors in my life, and the lives of so many others who have been in Corona FFA, past and present,” says Brindle Racher, one of his current students. “Truthfully, I can say I’m endlessly proud and inexplicably grateful to be one of his children.”

That statement captures the essence of who Johnson is. He treats every student like family, recognizing their strengths before they even see them in themselves.

“He finds strengths and qualities in students they might not even be aware of and encourages them to pursue roles in which they will thrive, even if they don’t know it yet,” says Karleigh Erramouspe, a past student. That unwavering belief has led countless students to discover their confidence, their voice and their purpose.

Johnson’s passion for agricultural education isn’t confined to the classroom. He lives the 24/7 lifestyle of an agriculture teacher.

From the classroom to stock shows, organizing fairs and conventions, and mentoring the

next generation of teachers, Johnson never stops giving.

“He is always reminding and encouraging members and advisors to be the best version of themselves,” says Izzy Sugg. “He has always believed in me to do things I thought impossible.”

Whether coaching a national-level judging team, emceeing a state convention or quietly offering support backstage, Johnson is the voice — literally and figuratively — of New Mexico FFA. Now, as he steps into retirement, Johnson remains excited for the future of New Mexico FFA. He sees endless possibilities with the

advancements in agriculture and technology, and believes today’s students are poised to lead the next frontier. Still, when asked what the best part of teaching has been, his answer is simple: the kids.

Johnson’s story isn’t just about the past 30 years. It’s about the thousands of lives he’s touched and the ripple effect those lives will carry forward. Because of people like him, New Mexico FFA is stronger, and a legacy of leadership will live on.

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Bronson

Corn

2025 Sheepman of the Year

by Carol Wilson

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is unwavering ambition was to become a sheep rancher and cattleman, like his father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather before him. He achieved that goal by facing and conquering constant challenges and through old-fashioned hard work. He is the face and voice of agriculture for hundreds of followers on Snapchat. He has become a leader who works hard, listens intently, thinks constantly, and is always balancing the demands of a strong leader for the industry with the everyday labor demanded by the ranching life.

These days, however, he sits down for one-on-one discussions with United States congressmen routinely. He meets with reporters on his only free afternoon in two weeks. When federal bureaucracy won’t meet with him or answer the questions he poses on behalf of New Mexico agriculture, he flies to Washington to force a meeting, Bronson Corn, not yet 40 years old, has risen to leadership among New Mexico agriculturalists. He has served as the president of the New Mexico Wool Growers’ Association and is currently president of the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association.

What makes a young man take on these commitments? He saw the need. “There are a lot of people out there that could do a better job than me,” he stressed. “But they haven’t seen the desperation of our state. We need people to get involved in policy, to stand up and be counted so we will have something to leave for our children.”

So Bronson assumed the mantle of leadership. His Snapchat feed, a window into his daily routine, paints a vivid picture of a man with a tireless work ethic and a commitment to doing all he can to advance agriculture.

He engages friends with his breezy, casual remarks, often making them laugh but also making them think when he delves into cattle prices or the life experiences of a rancher. His Snapchats always end with the friendly admonition, “Ya’ll have a good one!”

Bronson’s work and legacy on and off the ranch have earned him the distinction of being named Sheepman of the Year by his fellow sheep and wool producers at the Joint Stockman’s meeting in Ruidoso last June.

Love and sheep Bronson’s goal from a young age was to attend New Mexico State University for two years, then matriculate at the Texas Christian University Ranch Management School.

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Congratulations Bronson

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Our Sheepman of the Year

rom the time you were a young boy, your uncanny ability to listen and understand has set you apart.

It’s more than a gift—it’s who you are. Guided by faith and grounded in generations of ranching tradition, you’ve followed your dream with quiet determination and a strong moral compass. Your unwavering principles guide everything you do, earning the respect of everyone you know.

Your devotion to agriculture, your leadership in the New Mexico Cattle Growers and Wool Growers Associations, and your commitment to your family and community make us all incredibly proud.

You truly are the sunshine on a cloudy day.

With all our love, Pop, Lollie, & the rest of your family

Your proud family (from left): Craig Cowden, Jessica (Corn) Cowden, with Conner, Courtney & Creed Cowden; Sterling and Jennifer (Corn) Pierce with their two children Tripp & LeRoy Pierce; mom and dad, Mike & Jennifer Corn; Garrett and Madison Corn with their mom and dad, Barbara and Bronson.

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Make or Break Moments Life was never dull at the Corn Ranch.

Barbara was employed as a pharmacist in Roswell, and Bronson applied himself to the raising of lambs, calves, and kids when they welcomed first Garrett and then Madison to the family. Bronson sometimes found lion tracks circling their little trailer. When an animal intruder made its presence known under the bathtub while Bronson was away for the night, Barbara finished the night with Mike and Jennifer Corn, Bronson’s parents.

Bronson served as leadership both in New Mexico Wool Growers and American Sheep Industry circles, and he parlayed the knowledge he had gained in his travels visiting sheep operations across the United States into a confinement operation for both sheep and cattle. When his ranch received only five total inches of rain between 2011 and 2015, he built a grow yard where ewes and cows were fed, allowing Bronson to retain his

genetics and numbers. was making it nearly impossible to stay in “He definitely is an out-of-the-box thinker,” the sheep business. New laws making it confirmed Kevin Floyd, who consults with illegal to trap or snare predators on governBronson on feed choices and has become a ment lands, as well as drought, forced many close friend. “He put in a grow yard in the sheep producers to make the hard decisions middle of a ranch and made it work.” to get out of the sheep business.

Loren Patterson, Bronson’s predecessor “Whenever you can’t protect your own as president for New Mexico Cattle Growers, livelihood because you might go to jail, you calls Bronson “The most innovative rancher have a problem,” Bronson summarized.

I k now.” L oren e x pl a i ne d , “He manages drought through his grow yard, and he doesn’t have to sell-off his genetics off when things get dry. If something needs to be picked up and given special attention, Bronson can do it. We all talk about having second a r y i nc ome sources, but Bronson really does it.”

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Work and school filled his life … but he hadn’t figured on meeting the woman who was to become the love of his life during his last two weeks at NMSU. Bronson was admitted to Texas Christian University’s Ranch Management program in Fort Worth the same week Barbara was admitted to Texas Tech’s pharmacy school in Amarillo. After the Ranch Management program, where they packed four years of college into two semesters and gained a huge network of contacts in the industry, Barbara and Bronson were married and Bronson farmed with a classmate from TCU while Barbara obtained her pharmacy degree.

Upon their return to New Mexico, Bronson and his cousin, Martin, bought 700 ewes and bucks from Troy Floyd in 2007, pasturing the flocks on family land north of Roswell.

During the same time period, Bronson was charged with caring for all the New Mexico Lamb Coop’s lambs from their weaning in October until January. He routinely cared for 25,000 lambs each fall, a number which swelled to 49,000 one year when the Coop bought and pastured lambs from the Navajo Nation. A common sight around Roswell farm roads was Bronson on his dirt bike, fixing fence and doctoring and shepherding the lambs.

As the lambs left the fields Bronson ran two separate shearing crews to ready them for the feedlots. Later he marketed the Coop’s animals in lots as big as 15,000 animals, thus attracting the big buyers for the New Mexico production.

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was some opportunity to make a difference, and change the way the ag industry is perceived. That chance got me hooked on staying involved with the industry.”

Strength and family Garrett and Madison have learned the values of hard work and faith from their parents. When there is a need, the whole family pulls together as a strong and supportive unit. Bronson describes Garrett as “15 going on 50” with a work ethic to match.

Madison, according to her father, is as stubborn as he is, but “you would be hard pressed to find a little girl who loves ranching more.”

Bronson sells his doggie lambs and calves to Garrett and Madison. If an animal dies and the kids ask for their money back, their Dad just welcomes them to the agriculture lifestyle.

“They love the ranch and that is part of what drives me as well,” he commented. “But I will not force my kids to accept my lifestyle.

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The fact that they want to work in ag gives me the drive to make sure that whatever I Where there were once millions of sheep in Mexico Wool Growers’ Association from leave the industry is done to the best of my the state, there probably aren’t 10,000 wool 2018 to 2022, while Mike was concurrently ability.” sheep still in New Mexico, according to Wool president of the American Sheep Industry The family commitment to help each Growers’ estimates.

Council. “It was a make or break time,” other through the good times and the bad Bronson served as president of the New Bronson remembers. “I realized that there was evident when Bronson was asked to serve back-to-back terms as president of Wool Growers and Cattle Growers. He Patronize Our talked it over with Barbara and his parents Advertisers and sisters, Jennifer and Jessica. The overwhelming response was, “If you want something done well, you must do it yourself. Go ahead and serve, and we will fill in the gaps here at the ranch.”

Bronson’s faith is a powerful cornerstone of his life, guiding his actions and shaping his character. He broke his back in 2014 and lived in daily pain until 2023, when a surgeon told him he had to have We’re Proud of You! back surgery or risk total paralysis.

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A time for understanding Whether he is talking to the head of a powerful government agency or listening to a person whose livelihood is threatened, Bronson listens deeply and thoughtfully.

He responds with insight and action.

Bronson studying fire management with the TCU Ranch Program.

“That isn’t simply a personality trait,” noted Jennifer Corn, Bronson’s mother. “it is a testament to his character and upbringing.

He values understanding above all else.”

Bronson understood that he would miss time with his family when he agreed to head New Mexico Cattle Growers as their president, but he also knows that if he wants busy people to see that they can step forward and make a difference for the industry they need to see that it can be done by busy people.

He doesn’t feed as many cattle and sheep in his grow lots as he did before he took on leadership responsibilities. He relies more on his brother-in-law, Sterling Pierce, and Emerson, a Peruvian sheepherder. His calendar is full. The day he met with the Stockman he had an early morning meeting with Congresswoman Theresa Leger Fernandez. In the late afternoon, he got a message from Senator Martin Heinrich’s office, confirming an appointment for the next week.

He keeps facts and figures in his head and can name the acreage and location of land in New Mexico that the federal government is currently trying to take out of production through eminent domain or other takings. The number, 8.5 million acres, is staggering, especially for a state in which

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federally allocated land already makes up 40 percent of the total land mass.

“Because of his involvement with the sheep industry and now with the leadership in the cattle industry, he just brings a lot of experience and a world of integrity to his dealings,” asserted Loren. “He is genuine and everyone who deals with him responds to that.”

“It is our own politics that keep us poor,” Bronson asserted. “I wish that the lawmakers, not just in this state but in our country, weren’t so far removed from agriculture. I wish they got their information from those of us actually producing the food and fiber.

“Less than 1.5 percent of our population is involved in production ag, and that isn’t just ranchers, it includes truck drivers and food processors and salesmen. So we produce more than we consume with fewer ranchers and less land. But most lawmakers are so far removed from agriculture that they don’t even know where their food comes from.”

The monster in the corner

Madison Corn makes a hand at shearing time.

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The Department of Energy’s National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor (NIETC) proposed to run the length of the east side of New Mexico, is an example of just how important it is that agriculture remains vigilant, well informed, and vocal. The DOE stealthily took the project, which will condemn a 5 to 15 mile wide corridor down the east side of the state under the eminent domain laws, to stage 4 with no communication with affected landowners or county governments.

Ed and Patty Hughes found the NIETC proposal in the federal register and alerted Bronson, who acted as a present-day Paul Revere to spread the alarm. New Mexico Cattle Growers hosted seven in-person town

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Keep up the good work.

First Row (l to r): Ryan Weatherston, Jess Kane, Kimberly Ratcliff, Cree Wells, Luke Scott, Frank Heeren, Robbie Barnard, Wade Perks, Brooks Hodges, Zac Pogue Second Row (l to r): Russell Dorward, James Millett, James McGilvray, Zach Austin, Clayton McMahen, Tylor Braden, Bronson Corn, Caitlin Holmes, Casey Hoffman Third Row (l to r): Tim Hayter, Mr. Brast, Kerry Cornelius, Chancellor Boschini, Dr. Bonnie Mehart, Luther King, Jeff Geider, Chris Farley, Jason Faubion Fourth Row (l to r): Kipp Layton, James Gripp, Andres’ Saponaro, Collin Bowers, Chance Bowers, Mason Becker, Jan Pardue, Clint Counts

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SHEEPMAN OF THE YEAR

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hall meetings and invited DOE to each meeting. They never responded. “Other states have killed the corridor in their domain based on private property rights and lack of need for a corridor, as well as lack of communication,” Bronson noted. “The DOE hasn’t responded to us, so we are going to them.”

Cattle Growers’ officers and County Commissioners from six different counties traveled to Washington, D.C. to meet with both New Mexico and Texas congressional

Congratulations from the TCU Ranch Management Program to

Bronson

Corn Class of 2007 on being named Sheepman of the Year!

Your dedication and passion continue to set an inspiring example for us all.

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We appreciate your dedication to the livestock industry.

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Congratulations on being named SHEEPMAN OF THE YEAR

B. A! We appreciate your friendship and business.

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We appreciate your energy and enthusiasm!

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Garret, Bronson and Madison at the New Mexico Legislature.

delegations as well as Department of Energy, Department of Interior and United States Department of Agriculture.

“The scariest thing you ever face is a monster in the corner that you can’t see,” Bronson explained. “This is the monster. We know it is there but we don’t know what they will do or where they will do it. Once the government gives a token eminent domain payment, they can do anything they want in that 5 to 15 mile corridor. They have taken

Congratulations

BRONSON CORN From the Floyd Family

BRONSON CORN Keep up the great work, Bronson.

Hall-Gnatkowski, Ancho NM

Congratulations

BRONSON

CORN

Sheepman of the Year Thank you for your dedicated service to the livestock industry.

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B.A.Corn

from your friends at Dowell Show Lambs

Bronson Corn

Our Best Wishes...

WE APPRECIATE THE WORK YOU’RE DOING.

SHEEPMAN OF THE YEAR

Congratulations

Sheepman of the Year We appreciate your enthusiastic commitment to the livestock industry!

Sato & Kathy

Lee Ranch

Congratulations New Mexico’s

Sheepman of the Year We appreciate your leadership and your commitment to our industry.

Stan & Kelly Jones Family

CONGRATULATIONS

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Congratulations

BRONSON CORN From Suther Feeds

Bronson Corn

Thank You ...

We appreciate your passionate advocacy and leadership!

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New Mexico farmers and ranchers out of the equation and are trying to do a blanket Environmental Impact Statement to cover two million plus acres.”

Bronson continued, “Our membership has helped us in getting these high level meetings, but we need further help to kill this. We need engagement. We need our membership to step out of their comfort

Good Job

Bronson We’re extremely proud of you!

The Casabonne Family

zone and make the contact, write letters, and do all they can to kill this corridor.”

Bronson’s commitment to do what he says he will do and help others whenever and wherever he can is epitomized in his actions in early May. He was traveling for the industry to participate in a legislative tour, then planned to catch a plane to Washington to head the delegation opposing the NIETC. He ignored persistent and increasing pain, but decided when he got to Albuquerque he decided he ought to get his increasing pain checked out.

Emergency Room doctors sent him into surgery to take out a ruptured appendix.

Bronson was disconsolate because he missed the meetings, but praised the leadership who represented New Mexico at the nation’s capital.

Those who have had the privilege of seeing Bronson’s emergence as a leader can echo Kevin Floyd’s assertion, “In the last five years, a good man has become a great man.”

He has seen the hard times…the five-inch

in the New Mexico Stockman.

Call: 505/243-9515.

Congratulations

Bronson Corn!

We appreciate your comittment and your enthusiastic leadership on behalf of the livestock industry!

Congratulations

B.A.

Sheepman of the Year We’re proud of you!

BRONSON Our best to you and your family!

We wholeheartedly commend you on your energetic leadership of the livestock industry.

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Nikki Hooser & Kathy Longinaker

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rain total in five years…the year that predators killed a fifth of the ewes …a recovery from a broken back…the policies forced on ranchers by lawmakers who don’t know the consequences of their legislation. However, as a 5th generation New Mexico rancher, Bronson believes in agriculture and wants to pass along the family legacy. The only way to do this, he knows, is to educate lawmakers, be involved in policy, and step up to be a part of the solution.

For his willingness to do all of the above, and go far beyond, the sheepmen and cattlemen of New Mexico thank and appreciate Bronson Corn, 2024 Sheepman of the Year.

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BRONSON ...

Ya done good!

From the neighbor’s kid down the road to Sheepman of the Year

— Congratulations —

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Thank you for your enthusiasm and dedication!

Sheepman of the Year

Bronson

Corn

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BRONSON Congratulations

Sheepman of the Year

Loren, Kayce & Kelsie Patterson

Bronson BRONSON BRONSON! Corn CORN Congratulations to our friend ...

Congratulations

We appreciate your dedication and selfless commitment to stockmen everywhere.

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Decker Ranch, LLC

Sheepman of the Year

We salute you for your good work on behalf of all stockmen.

Congratulations

I am so proud of all your accomplishments

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We Congratulate You

Bronson

Corn

Pat & Cindy Boone Sheepman of the Year Keep up the great work Bronson!

From the Torrez Clan

Congratulations

BRONSON We admire your enthusiasm and your leadership.

Garret Corn, Carlos, a long-time employee at the Wool Warehouse, Bronson and Mike Corn at lamb marking time.

Job well done!

CONGRATULATIONS SHEEPMAN OF THE YEAR

“HANG IN THERE!”

CONGRATULATIONS

BRONSON From your friends at The Hat Ranch

The Lee’s • Hat Ranch, Alamogordo

We’re Proud of You Sheepman of the Year

Bronson

Corn

Good Work Bronson!

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We admire your passion for the livestock industry!

Pat & Cindy Boone

Congratulations SHEEPMAN OF THE YEAR

BRONSON

CORN

We appreciate your dedication and hard work on behalf of the livestock industry.

Bob & Jane Frost San Jon, New Mexico

in the New Mexico Stockman.

Call: 505/243-9515.

BRONSON, CONGRATULATIONS. Walking behind our parents’ footsteps is very challenging. We can work to walk behind them, finish what has been started. Or, we can make our own footprints.

The Lord made us in the image of Him, He has a path that He desires for us to walk. The choice is ours: the journey designed for us or our own making.

Oh, the mysteries of life unveil themselves, in interesting ways

— Jones Family —

Congratulations

BRONSON Dave & Cindy Kenneke

Congratulations

BRONSON t Thank you for your commitmen to the livestock industry!

You are a true leader.

Bob Homer Robert L. Homer & Associates LLC

I have known Bronson for some time. He has the leadership ability we need in New Mexico.

I am thankful of the issues he has tackled and I expect much more of the same good work from him in the future. ~ Senator Pat Woods ~

Congratulations

BRONSON CORN

Sheepman of the Year

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nson!

You’re doing great things Bro The Bilberry Family: Alice Jeff, Cheree, Trent, Bailey &

BRONSON & FAMILY Well Deserved!

Marjorie Lantana, Owner ML Lantana Ranch

From Everyone at Diamond Arrow Ranch

COOPER BRONSON BROTHERS

To Our Longtime Family Friend

Bronson Corn

Congratulations As a Shepherd of Sheep and Men Sincerely,

You’ve proven to be a real leader and a creative problem solver.

We’re proud of you Bronson.

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PUNK COOPER, 575/687-3445 Mayhill, NM 88339

Congratulations

Bronson

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Our very best to you

Wow! Congrats to

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Keep up the good work, we’re counting on you.

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Beyond Meat Downsizes HQ After Q1 Disappointment

by Melissa Sue Sorrells, meatingplace.com

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lt-meat maker Beyond Meat gave up part of its headquarters this month, according to documents filed with the US Securities and Exchange Commission.

The company amended its lease on the commercial property in El Segundo, Calif., paying a termination fee of $1 million to surrender 61,566 square feet of the building back to the landlord, while keeping 220,519 square feet at the property.

Additionally, Beyond Meat will transfer the title of ownership for $200,000 worth of items, including a generator and other electrical equipment, and must complete modifications to the property, like rerouting electrical wiring, at an expected cost of $600,000.

The lease change quickly followed the company’s disappointing first-quarter financial results and amid reports that the company is struggling to pay bills on time.

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PECOS, TX Jason Heritage is now receiving cattle every Sunday.

For information to unload contact Jason Heritage 575-840-9544 or Smiley Wooton 575-6266253. Receiving cattle every Sunday.

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SAN ANTONIO, NM River Cattle Co. Nine miles east of San Antonio on U.S. 380. Receiving cattle for transport 2nd & 4th Sunday of each month. Smiley Wooton 575-626-6253.

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Reintroduction of Bipartisan Healthy Dog Importation Act

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he National Animal Interest Alliance (NAIA) applauds the reintroduction of the Healthy Dog Importation Act, a bipartisan and bicameral bill that establishes critical health and vaccination safeguards for dogs imported into the United States.

The legislation, introduced by Representatives Dusty Johnson (R-SD) and Don Davis (D-NC) in the House and Senators Chuck Grassley (R-IA) and Tina Smith (D-MN) in the Senate, equips the U.S. Department of Agriculture with additional tools necessary to prevent the introduction and spread of foreign animal diseases.

“Each year, more than one million dogs are imported into the United States, many from regions with inadequate veterinary infrastructure or poor disease control,” said Patti Strand, President of the National Animal Interest Alliance.

“The Healthy Dog Importation Act ensures that imported dogs meet basic health standards before crossing our borders—an essential safeguard not only for animal welfare, but for public health, biosecurity, and the integrity of our domestic pet and livestock industries. It’s a commonsense measure that responds to the realities of an increasingly interconnected world.”

NAIA extends its appreciation to the bipartisan sponsors of this vital legislation and urges Congress to prioritize its passage this year.

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Update on USDA Efforts to Fight New World Screwworm in Mexico

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.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins in late May provided an update on the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) ongoing partnership with Mexico to combat the New World Screwworm (NWS).

Secretary Rollins held a call with her counterpart in Mexico, Secretary Berdegue, to discuss the ongoing threat of NWS and actions being taken by both countries to contain the threat south of the U.S. border.

USDA is working daily with Mexico to make sure the resources, tactics, and tools are in place to effectively eradicate NWS. Additionally, Secretary Rollins announced today the USDA is investing $21 million to renovate an existing fruit fly production facility in Metapa, Mexico to further the long-term goal of eradicating this insect.

When operational, this facility will

produce 60-100 million additional sterile NWS flies weekly to push the population further south in Mexico. Given the geographic spread of NWS, this additional production capacity will be critical to our response.

“Our partnership with Mexico is crucial in making this effort a success,” said Secretary Rollins. “We are continuing to work closely with Mexico to push NWS away from the United States and out of Mexico. The investment I am announcing today is one of many efforts my team is making around the clock to protect our animals, our farm economy, and the security of our nation’s food supply.”

Current restrictions on live animal imports from Mexico remain in place, and as previously announced, USDA will continue to evaluate the current suspension every 30 days.

USDA and its partners have used sterile insect technique, or SIT, along with other strategies such as intense surveillance and import controls for decades to eradicate and effectively keep NWS at bay. Currently, U.S. supported sterile insect rearing and dispersal operations in Mexico and Central America have been operating at full production capacity, with up to 44 flights a week releas-

ing 100 million sterile flies. All flies used today are raised in the Panama – United States Commission for the Eradication and Prevention of Screwworm (COPEG) Facility in Panama. This investment in the Metapa facility in Mexico would allow USDA to double the use of SIT. Additionally, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and its Mexican counterparts continue to hold ongoing technical calls and meetings on NWS. They are making strong progress toward enhancing surveillance in Mexico, addressing administrative or regulatory roadblocks that could impair an effective response, and ensuring appropriate animal movement controls are in place to prevent further NWS spread. The Mexican delegation joined APHIS in DC last week to discuss these efforts, and APHIS will have a technical team visiting Mexico in the coming weeks to assess the on-the-ground situation and continue working toward key goals a rou nd su r vei l la nc e a nd a n i ma l movement.

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It seems that the Brits embrace our pork, of cattle going. All I can say is let’s breed poultry, seafood, rice, and specialty crops, more cattle in America. but have been hesitant on beef.

Hey, you must admit the tariffs have been However, if you have ever spent some fun so far. Its fun to watch countries and time in the UK you will realize that the Brits industry alike capitulate to President know nothing of good beef or even how to Trump’s demands. cook it. I understand Secretary Rollins is Some can see the handwriting on the wall, trying to entice them into buying more while others will take a little longer. Yes, like American beef, but I think it would be more you, my portfolio has been hurt, but the effective if she also included in the trade deal rewards will be great in the long run. an American Beef cooking school as well.

Remember, you must take risks and be Every time we have British friends here at bold to have a chance to reap huge rewards. the ranch for dinner they can’t stop raving Walmart CEO Doug McMillan warns that about our American steaks and hamburgers. larger tariffs on China will have the biggest The UK seems to be ignorant of our Ameri- impact. can aging process for beef and the use of I cannot imagine Walmart founder Sam spices. One other thing that I have noticed Walton ever saying that, as he was very which improves nearly any beef dinner is the adamant that everything in his stores was, cold refrigeration of beverages and using “Made in America.” more than one ice cube per glass.

On a personal note, I can remember Sam This is something else that should be Walton also being very proud that all of the included with the American beef cooking clothes he was wearing that day all came school. It should be very interesting what from Walmart. I think that Walmart has becomes of these agricultural trade talks gone from being the largest retailer in the US, with the Brits. to being the largest retailer of inferior prodI think our hardworking and brave Sec- ucts made in China. retary Rollins is onto a new market for us if Why wouldn’t CEO McMillan be we can just get the Brits to cook wisely. Let’s obsessed with promoting the “Made In send them a few hundred barbecue grills and America” slogan once again? He should set chefs as well. an example and view the tariffs as a crusade This should help keep those rising prices to promote Sam Walton’s high ideals.

VIEW FROM THE BACKSIDE

by Barry Denton

What’s Your Beef?

(The views expressed in this column are not necessarily those of the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association or this publication.)

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She went on to say that “We have decades of research to show that the beef produced in America whether it is hormone or hormone -free is entirely safe and we believe it is one of the crown jewels of our American agricultural industry.”

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Gifting to Manage Estate Taxes

by Robert Moor, Farm Office, Ohio State University

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he federal estate tax exemption is set to drop dramatically in 2026—from $13.99 million in 2025 to an estimated $7–$7.5 million per person. For some farm families, this shift could result in significant estate tax exposure.

While most estates won’t exceed the new limit, some farmers, especially those with high-value farmland or appreciating assets, will find themselves suddenly at risk of federal estate taxes. Gifting is one strategy to reduce the size of your taxable estate, but it’s not always simple or risk-free. Let’s explore when gifting can help, when it might not, and what to watch out for.

Two Types of Gifts There are two main gifting categories under federal law: ЇЇ Annual Exclusion Gifts – In 2025, you can gift up to $19,000 per recipient ($38,000 for couples) annually without

using any of your lifetime exemption.

Lifetime Credit Gifts – Larger gifts are allowed, but they reduce your lifetime estate tax exemption. The lifetime estate tax exemption is the amount of wealth that the IRS exempts from estate taxes. The exemption can be used at death, gifted away during life, or a combination of the two.

Example: If a parent gifts a $1,019,000 farm to a child, the first $19,000 is exempt from taxes and does not reduce the parent’s estate tax exemption. The remaining $1,000,000 reduces the parent’s lifetime estate tax exemption from $13.99 million to $12.99 million. ЇЇ

1. Annual Exclusion Gifts If you’re just slightly over the expected 2026 exemption, annual gifts can move you back under the limit.

Example: A grandparent with 10 grandchildren can gift $190,000 per year. Over 2 years, that’s $380,000—enough to reduce a modest estate and eliminate taxes.

But for high-net-worth individuals, $19,000 per person may be too little to make a significant impact.

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liability (since they reduce your exemption), but they remove future appreciation from your estate.

Example: If you gift farmland worth $1M that later appreciates to $3M, only $1M is deducted from your estate tax exemption — the $2M in appreciation escapes estate taxation entirely.

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No Stepped-Up Basis. Gifting assets during life means recipients take your original tax basis, not the stepped-up value at death—potentially increasing future capital gains taxes.

Loss of Control & Income. You must fully give up ownership and control.

Gifting income-producing property could impact your financial security.

Risk of Financial Mismanagement. If a gifted asset is lost to debt, lawsuits, or divorce, it’s gone. One solution? Use an irrevocable trust to hold the gift—this protects assets while still benefiting your heirs.

Another Strategy: Pay Directly for Education & Medical Expenses The IRS allows unlimited direct payments of tuition or medical bills without using your exemption. But payments must go straight to the provider, not to the individual.

Example: Grandpa has a $9 million estate and wants to reduce its size before the federal estate tax exemption drops in 2026. He has four grandchildren in college and a daughter who recently underwent surgery.

Grandpa pays the following directly: ЇЇ $20,000 in tuition for each grandchild (4 x $20,000 = $80,000) directly to their universities $25,000 in hospital bills paid directly ЇЇ to the hospital for his daughter Total Reduction in Taxable Estate: $105,000 Impact on Exemption: None—these payments do not count against Joe’s $13.99 million estate tax exemption or annual gift limit, because they qualify under the IRS educational and medical exclusions.

Grandpa could still give each of those recipients an additional $19,000 under the annual g i f t e xc lu sion w it hout a ny t a x consequences.

Gift With Caution and Professional Help Gifting can be an effective estate tax strategy—but only when used thoughtfully and with professional guidance. Consider the

loss of stepped-up basis, the asset’s appreciation potential, your own financial needs, and the stability of the recipient. For some, the risks of gifting may outweigh the benefits.

With estate tax rules changing in 2026, now is the time to review your estate plan.

Consult your attorney and tax advisor to determine if gifting fits your strategy—and how to do it safely.

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Royce “Pancho” Maples, 68, passed away his. One of his biggest passions in life was May 1, 2025, in Roswell. his friends and family, he treasured the time On October 8, 1956, Pancho was born to spent with them.

George and Bettie Maples in Artesia. Upon Those left to eternally treasure and graduation, Pancho joined the United States cherish memories of Pancho are his wife, Army where he served for many years before Carol (Susie) Maples; son, Hubert W. Maples; retiring as a Lieutenant Colonel. He also grandchildren, Whitney, Drake, Natalie, and served as an instructor at New Mexico Mil- Valery Maples; and siblings, Doug Maples, itary Institute. and his wife Lori; numerous nieces and He married the love of his life Susie, and nephews; and a very large extended family. they spent almost 50 years married to one In lieu of flowers, Pancho’s family suganother. Pancho was involved in many orga- gests donations be made to St. Jude Children’s nizations including the Safari Club and the Research Hospital in his honor.

Roswell Rotary. He had many passions in his Hall of Fame rodeo legend known as life, hobbies that made him the happiest, Super Looper Roy Cooper, 69, Decatur, some that included hunting in Africa, Aus- Texas, died April 29, 2025, in a house fire at tralia, and Argentina; on these hunts he was his home in Decatur. He was born on blessed to see some dream animals of his.

November 13, 1955, to Betty and Tuffy Dale If he was not hunting, he was farming; he Cooper in Hobbs, New Mexico. He grew up loved the land and being at one with God in on the family ranch alongside his brother, nature’s church. He was also an avid sporting Clay Tom, and sister, Betty Gale. clays shooter. Pancho also served the comIn some ways, Cooper was an unlikely munity’s youth as the breeding heifer rodeo hero. As a youth, horse hair caused his supervisor for the Eastern New Mexico State asthma to flare up. He threw himself into it Fair. He used this time to mentor the youth anyway, and by high school he was competin the show cattle world, another passion of ing in the National Intercollegiate Rodeo

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Cooper’s pro career ended up being a series of broken records and major milestones. He was the highest ever earning rookie his first year as a pro, won three consecutive Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) tie-down titles (and won four overall), won the PRCA All-Around World Title in 1983, and was even in the inaugural ProRodeo Hall of Fame class of 1979. By 1990, he was the PRCA’s all-time leading money winner.

He only slowed down in the 1990s due to a series of injuries, and even then, he continued to win titles. He still remained at or near the top of the earnings charts, and he cemented himself as one of the best in the sport’s history.

Cooper is in the ProRodeo, Rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days, Texas Cowboy, Texas Rodeo, and Oklahoma Sports halls of fame, among others.

Family, friends and fans offered tribute to Cooper on social media. “Roy wasn’t just a legend in the arena-he was a legend in life.

He inspired so many with his strength, grit, and heart. Whether you knew him personally or admired him from afar, you knew he was someone special.

His love for rodeo, family, and friends ran deep, and he carried that love with quiet pride and unmatched character,” Kathryn Elaine Snedeker said on Facebook. “Our hearts are broken. The world feels a little dimmer without his presence in it.” (By Eric San Juan) Nancy Peterson Josserand, 90, passed away on April 11, 2025, surrounded by her

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loving family in Hereford, Texas. Nancy was born in Loveland, Colorado, on May 10, 1934, to John E. and Ariastene Dana Peterson. She graduated from Loveland High School and attended Mills College in Oakland, California, before marrying Robert D. Josserand on December 19, 1954. Four children were born into this family: Joan Dana, Douglas Robert (deceased, 1991), John Warren and Barry James Josserand. There are eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Nancy had been a member of Hereford First Methodist Church since they moved to Texas in 1971 and had held various offices in the local church and was a member of Nettie Slaton Circle. She has also served on the Northwest Texas Conference Board of Trustees and the Board of Pensions and Health Benefits.

She was a past president of the Panhandle-Plains Historical Society, serving for seven years on the Board (1993-2000). She was an honorary member of the Friends of Southwestern Art (the supportive arm of the museum’s Art Department) and helped establish this group in 1996. During her tenure as president of the Society, final plans for a $6,000,000 renovation were approved, a Capital Campaign was initiated and construction started.

She also was a past Board member of Ceta Canyon Camp and Retreat Center, serving for eight years (1996-2004). During this time the Garrison Lodge was built, the Tabernacle was built, and the Schaeffer Challenge Course was added to the campus.

Locally, she had served on the Hereford ISD Leadership Team as a community rep-

resentative and was a HOSTS (Helping One Student to Succeed) mentor for six years, receiving the Angel Award in 1996. She was a 50+ year member of the Bay View Study Club, having served in all offices of that group.

She was a lifetime member of the Girl Scouts of America and served on the Nominating Committee of the Texas Plains Girl Scout Council. She was awarded the Council’s Woman of Distinction for the World of Today and Tomorrow in 1996 and was one of 85 women in the state of Texas honored as a Woman of Distinction in honor of the 85th birthday of Girl Scouting in 1997.

When the CowBelle (now Cattlewomen) organization was formed in Hereford in 1972, Nancy was the first President and also had served on several State and National committees.

In 1998, Nancy and Bob received the Golden Nail Distinguished Volunteer Award and in 2013 the Summitt Award. Nancy was awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the Amarillo Area Women’s Forum in 2000. In 2024 Nancy and Bob (posthumously) received the WTAMU Hall of Champions Legacy Award.

“I’ve tried to live my life according to Paul’s words of encouragement to the Philippians, “I can do all things through Christ Who strengthens me.”

On May 1, 2025, Anthony James Salopek (“James”) passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in his home on the family farm south of Mesilla. James will be dearly missed by the entire Salopek family and many friends gained from his long and

thriving life on earth.

James was born on the family farm and grew up in the beautiful Mesilla valley, where his grandfather and father, one of the original five Salopek brothers, began their family farming operation more than a century ago.

From a young age, James and his brothers were adventurous and spirited with their farming endeavors, being among the first to fully convert their existing farm from cotton to pecans. Throughout the years, and throughout many hardships and successes, James worked alongside his father and brothers to build one of the most successful farms in the Southwest.

James was involved professionally with many organizations related to advancing agriculture in New Mexico. He served as Board President of the Elephant Butte Irrigation District for more than 15 years, and as a Board Member for almost 25 years.

James was also active in other local, state, and national organizations, including the New Mexico Pecan Growers Association, the Western Pecan Growers Association, the National Water Resources Association, and the Family Farm Alliance.

James was passionate about his involvement in family farming, and whether it was boots on the ground farm labor, or meetings in Washington, D.C., he was always serious and thoughtful about his participation and contributions. In business settings, James had a wise presence about him that garnered respect, and he did not often speak, but when he did, everyone listened. James always “dressed for success” just like his father and uncles before him, most days wearing dress pants, a crisp button-up shirt, and a coat or jacket, even to work on the farm.

Those who knew him, and anyone who met him, were automatically drawn to his quick wit and charm. He would often lovingly refer to those he knew and thought highly of by nicknames, among those being “doll”, “darlin’”, “baby-cakes”, “tocayo” and so many more. His sheer size, as James was an enormous man standing at 6’4 and 250 Lbs., could be intimidating, but once you got to know him, you knew he was a loving teddy bear who wanted nothing but the best for all those who surrounded him.

To see his tenderness on full display, one need look no further than to the many times he would hold his disabled granddaughter’s hand and keep her company and provide her with comfort during large family events, where he was also rarely seen leaving her side.

For this reason, he was affectionately referred to by his family as “Papa Bear.”

James was fun! He was constantly joking or making quips to keep the spirit of conver-

sation light. He liked to have a good time, he liked to get out and enjoy life, and he liked to remind those around him to do the same.

Anyone found to be too unnecessarily serious in a particular situation would immediately be told to “Take it easy Tommy”, and immediately you knew that was his way of saying ‘life is too precious to worry about this.’

And nobody can deny that James knew how to have a good time, actually, the BEST time! Whether it was evening family time, the regular Wednesday evening “Prayer Meeting” in the 6U farm office, water skiing at the lake with his cousins, snowmobiling with his sons, thrifting with Carol, or throwing horseshoes with other farm families, James was happy and fun to be around, and surprisingly talented at all of what he took on. Among his favorite activities were flying with Rett and watching Anton race cars. At the end of the day, it didn’t matter to James what he was doing so long as he was doing it with his family and friends.

James is survived by sons Anton and Rett Salopek (Samantha), grandchildren Shylee, Cayden, and Fallon, wife Carol Tomei and her children Anne Marie Robles and Patrick Jaquess, his brother Ben Salopek (Mary) and Sisters Mary Jane Carson (Robert) and Anne Nelson (Woody), sister-in-law Marci Salopek, and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins, and aunts. James had an enormous family and was surrounded by love when he passed.

He will be forever loved and missed by many.

Darrell Dean Holland, 87, Clovis, passed away on April 8, 2025. Darrell was born on August 13, 1937, to John Holland and Thelma Mouser in Clovis. He married Karen Joy Finifrock on August 18, 1957, in Clovis.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing 42, golfing, attending Sunday school, and riding horses. Darrell was a member of Parkland Baptist Church, his faith and prayer sustained him. He retired from SPS and raised cattle through the years. Darrell was a hardworking man, he loved and supported his family and was an encourager to all.

Survivors include daughter; Barbara Helmer (Donnie), son; Dick Holland (Laurie), son-in-law; Jerry Bradley, brother; Larry Holland, sister-in-law; Mary Finifrock Ausland, 9 grandchildren, 26 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Editor’s Note: Email caren@aaalivestock.com.

Memorial donations may be sent to the Cattlegrowers’ Foundation, a 501(c)3, tax deductable charitable foundation serving the rights of ranch families and educating citizens on governmental actions, policies and practices. Cattlegrowers Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 7517, Albuquerque, NM 87194. The New Mexico Stockman runs memorials as a courtesy to its readers. If families & friends would like to see more detail, verbatim pieces must be emailed to us, & may be printed at 10¢ per word.

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President Trump Seeks to Merge Firefighting Efforts into Single Agency

by Caren Cowan he Secretaries of the US Department of Agriculture and the US Department of the Interior have signed a joint memo on wildfire preparedness to increase readiness this wildfire season.

This season is expected to be above normal. AG Secretary Brooke Rollins says that the two departments will provide the resources needed to ensure the Forest Service has the strongest and most prepared firefighting force in the world.

The announcement comes as the Trump administration hopes to merge the government’s wildland fighting efforts into a single agency. Currently, firefighting efforts are split among five different agencies and two departments. Trump’s plan would combine all of those into a single “Federal Wildland Fire Service,” which would fall under the Interior Department.

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dry winds coupled with dry unmanaged vegetation or lack of vegetation with too many small trees set the stage. A good part of the Mountain West and the Southwest are in moderate to extreme drought.

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum said during testimony before the House Appropriations Committee that the new fire from former US Forest Service (USFS) service would streamline work to stamp out employees and firefighters, who claim that blazes. this change is “We want more det ri menta l firefighters on the because the fire front lines and less Cleaving the Forest Service’s season is people trying to already undermake decifirefighting duties from its role sions manual way, according on how to to Associated allocate resources as a land manager would be like Press (AP). a nd p er s on nel ,” The SouthB urgum said. separating conjoined twins — it west fire season “We’ve got duplicausually starts tive and ineffective would basically kill the agency” the earliest and s t r uc t u re s t h at is already could be improved.” underway with two major fires in Arizona Another complaint of the nay-sayers is and several hot spots in Arizona and New that the new fire agency will concentrate on Mexico. The California fire season typically suppression rather than management to starts in June and continues through October. create lands where fires can burn without In Washington State fires generally start in becoming catastrophic. They even go so far July and continue through early October. back as to refer to a 2008 Government The truth of the matter is that wildfires Accounting Office (GAO) report to support can start any time conditions are right. Hot this contention.

How many acres of forest and private property have burned since 2008? That is not an easy number to find. However, 5,292,468 acres burned in 78,949 fires in 2008. In 2024 8,924,884 acres burned in 64,897 fires. Thus far in 2025 1,121,699 acres have burned in 26,558 fires. There are more fires burning now than when this story began.

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Forest Service land management is not working and it hasn’t for a long time. For more than 50 years Dr. Wallace Covington, Emeritus Regents’ Professor of Forest Ecology at Northern Arizona University (NAU), and the Emeritus Founding Director of the Ecological Restoration Institute at NAU has taught what was coming if forest management didn’t step up.

Covington is known for his research and outreach activities on conservation, forest health, fire ecology, and ecological restoration, drawn from his research since 1970 on the ponderosa pine, aspen, dry mixed conifer, and pinyon-juniper forests and woodlands of the West, particularly those that surround Flagstaff, Arizona. He has been called perhaps the nation’s most visible forest scientist, by Science magazine.[1] Given that the plan was announced on May 22, 2025, there are few, if any, documents available on how the plan would work.

It would seem that those firefighters would have to be assigned other duties outside of fire season. Could that include forest rehabilitation and management for the conditions on the ground today?

When the biggest critics so far are from former USFS employees, some of whom may have been a part of creating the most catastrophic fire season in New Mexico in 2022 or the back burning of thousands of acres rather than fight a fire, it is time for a deeper look and change.

NMDA Seeks New Chef Ambassadors to Elevate NM Agriculture

Created by NMDA’s Marketing and Development Division in 2018, the Chef Ambassador Program gives chefs the opportunity to advocate for local agriculture, connect with consumers and showcase New Mexico-grown products in-state and nationally.

“New Mexico agriculture is about families feeding families—and it’s vital to our state’s economy,” said New Mexico Seche New Mexico Department of retary of Agriculture Jeff Witte. “Our Agriculture (NMDA) is accepting locally grown and made products reach applications for its NEW MEXICO— markets and restaurants across the Taste the Tradition® Chef Ambassador country and beyond.”

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Two selected chef ambassadors will This unique opportunity allows chefs serve a two-year term, acting as advocates to represent and promote New Mexico for local ingredients, culinary excellence agriculture through food, media and live and the state’s food culture. NMDA is events across the state and beyond. seeking chefs, sous chefs or pastry chefs The application deadline is Friday, currently working in New Mexico who June 20, 2025. Application materials and are passionate about using and promotfull details are available on the NMDA ing New Mexico-grown and -made Chef Ambassador webpage. Completed products. applications and required attachments For questions, please contact the must be emailed to tastethetradition@ NMDA Marketing & Development Divinmda.nmsu.edu with the applicant’s sion at 575-646-4929. name in the subject line.

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to picture a pram riding Yorkie or a kis- to a certain extent we give a free pass to dogs.” sy-wissy Lab slobbering all over its owner as The Australian review also said, environmental evils.

“Researchers attributed the extent of the enviby Lee Pitts The article in The Guardian said that ronmental impacts to the sheer number of dogs are responsible for “extensive and mul- dogs globally, as well as the lax or unintifarious environmental impacts, disturbing formed behavior of dog owners.” It suggested, wildlife, polluting waterways and contribut- “Maybe, in some parts of the world, we actuing to carbon emissions, new research has ally need to consider some slightly more found.” The Guardian article is largely based robust laws and suggested that dog exclusion on an Australian review of existing studies zones might be more suitable in some areas.” that argued that “the environmental impact Tell that to the little old lady or old man of owned dogs is far greater, more insidious, in the grocery store clinging to their “service ell, the greenies really stepped in it and more concerning than is generally animal.” this time. And it wasn’t a cow pie recognized”.

Regarding this attack on dogs, writer they stepped in either, but doggie The Aussie review highlighted the Noah Stanton said, “This latest absurdity doo. It’s one thing to claim that cows are impacts of the world’s “commonest large serves as a stark reminder: for the radical terrible because their burps and farts are carnivore” in killing and disturbing native environmental left, no aspect of traditional supposedly causing hurricanes and droughts. wildlife. “In Australia, attacks by unre- life is off limits. Their quest for control, After all, cows are only raised by .01 percent strained dogs on little penguins in Tasmania cloaked in the language of saving the planet, of our population so they are easy to pick on may contribute to colony collapse, modeling inevitably clashes with personal liberty and without any backlash. But dogs are another suggests.” good old fashioned common sense.” story. In articles that were carried in the The Australian study also said, “InsectiThe backlash has been worse than a pit liberal The Guardian, Mother Jones, and the cides from flea and tick medications kill bull’s bite. journal Pacific Conservation Biology, man’s aquatic invertebrates when they wash off Gabriella Hoffman, Energy & Conservabest friend was referred to as an “environ- into waterways. Dog feces can also leave tion Director for the Independent Women’s mental villain”. scent traces and affect soil chemistry and Forum Center, said on Fox News, “This isn’t With at least one dog in one third of plant growth. The carbon footprints of pets really about dogs; it’s about an ideology that American homes it makes no sense to tug on are also supposedly significant. A 2020 study sees human activity, even the simple joy of a dog’s environmental leash, especially when found the dry pet food industry had an envi- owning a pet, as inherently harmful. It’s the a national poll found that only 4 percent of ronmental footprint of around twice the land same old playbook. First, they came for cows the American public dislike dogs. So to area of the UK, with greenhouse gas emis- and people said nothing. Now they want to suggest that dogs are wreaking havoc on the sions equivalent to the 60th highest-emitting sacrifice dogs to save the planet? Not a environment should make Americans recon- country.” Referring to the dog’s carbon paw winning message by the net-zero crowd, sider all the bad things the greenies have print the lead author of the review said, “The whose track record is notoriously bad. They been saying about cows. After all, it’s hard research did not intend to be censorious. But came for reliable energy, then affordable cars, then meat and dairy – and now, they’re scrutinizing our loyal pets. See the pattern?” she asks.

Commentator Ana Kasparian said, “Is there any enjoyable part of life these insufferable kill joys won’t attack? The attack on dogs isn’t just random; it fits a pattern many of us conservatives have seen coming.” New York Post columnist Jon Levine imagined Call today to see how we can help protect your how a convention of greenies might have operation, family and future. planned their losing strategy. “‘How can we win back voters?” they ask. “I know, let’s Larry G. Marshall cancel dogs.’”

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Honoring Brandon Devine

A Legacy of Service, Strength and Heart in New Mexico FFA

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randon Devine, a cherished pillar of New Mexico FFA and a devoted advocate for agricultural education, passed away on April 27, 2025.

Devine served as the state agricultural education director with the New Mexico FFA state department until he passed. Devine was a gift to FFA, as he taught at Hondo Valley Public Schools for 23 years before moving on to his role at the state.

Garry Aycock, the New Mexico FFA state supervisor of agricultural education, shared about Devine’s life and legacy. “There are no words that can fully capture the kind of man he was — steady and strong, kind-hearted and humble, always willing to lend a hand or share a laugh,” says Aycock. “He lived with integrity, loved his family fiercely and led by a quiet, unwavering example.”

Aycock says Devine was more than a teacher; he was also a role model. “His journey wasn’t always easy, but he met every challenge with grit and grace, never losing sight of his purpose: to serve others and make a difference,” he adds. “His influence reached far beyond the lessons he taught; he shaped futures, instilled confidence and gave countless young people the tools to succeed in life.”

Aycock says Devine’s greatest legacy lies in the quiet moments. “The one-on-one encouragement he gave to a struggling student, the steady support he offered to fellow teachers, the way he showed up for his family and friends with unwavering loyalty,” he adds. “These moments — though often unseen — were the true measure of his life’s impact.”

Devine’s graveside service was held on May 2, 2025, at the Masonic Cemetery in Las Cruces — a place of quiet peace and dignity that matched the spirit with which he lived his life.

“It was a fitting farewell for a man who never asked for the spotlight, but who lit up the lives of those around him just by being himself,” Aycock says. “In every prayer, every tear and every shared memory, his legacy lived on — a true cowboy riding on ahead,

leaving the trail better for those who follow.”

Devine’s wife, Suzanne Devine, shared about his inspiration in the classroom. “He had a blind student in his class the last few years he was there. When that student showed interest in working out in the shop, Brandon carefully helped him do so,” she says. “When that same young man wanted to judge, Brandon encouraged him to do so and he guided him through the milk quality competition.”

She also says he had a lasting impact on his students. “I got a text from a friend who was at a scholarship ceremony. One of Brandon’s former students was there receiving a scholarship to a welding school and credited Brandon for him taking that path,” she adds. Brandon (left) and Jake Devine (right) after Brandon “It meant so much to him to hear that his received his honorary American FFA Degree. students were doing such amazing things.”

She also says, “Brandon’s proudest accom- after the awards breakfast and he kept saying, plishment is our extraordinary son, Jake.”

‘I can’t believe this. I don’t deserve that.’ My Jake Devine says his dad was a devout dad was not enticed by banners or plaques, advocate for agriculture and FFA. “My dad but rather he recognized the need at Hondo loved agricultural education to its core,” he was career readiness. He was so proud of his says. “Anytime anyone asked what he did for students’ success outside and after the classwork, with his face lit up he would quickly room, and that’s what drove his passion.” reply, ‘I’m an agriculture teacher.’”

Devine says he is thankful for his dad’s Devine says his dad was a humble man, contribution. “He was a father figure to many regardless of his impressive achievements. that he taught, and as his only child, it was “In 2021, my dad was honored as Ag Teacher truly an honor to share my father with so of the Year,” he adds. “He and I rode home many,” he says.

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CEI Stops Household Water Appliance Restrictions

agency issued three rules that would rescind After working closely with executive Biden-era water use standards for clothes branch staff, CEI led a coalition letter to washers, compact clothes washers, and dish- Congress asking for this rule to be revoked, washers. The agency’s reasoning is the same calling it one of the worst appliance regulaas CEI’s: The Energy Policy Conservation tions issued by the Biden administration. It Act does not empower the DOE to regulate would have effectively banned tankless water appliances beyond energy use. heaters by making them prohibitively expenWe did it. Together, we persuaded the sive, adding hundreds of dollars to the cost. government to reconsider the limits of its We’re thankful to celebrate these victories authority to impose appliance efficiency with you. But we’re far from done leading the standards. Violating these limits results in charge against counterproductive rules that reduced consumer choices and appliances encumber you in your own home. Senior that require more time, energy, and labor.

Fellow Ben Lieberman testified before the

by Ken Lassmen, Competitive Enterprise Institute Today’s typical dishwasher, for instance, House Committee on Oversight and e are winning. takes more than 2.5 hours to complete a full Accountability. He called for the repeal of For almost a year, you’ve helped cycle. And you may still need to pre-wash or costly energy provisions in the Inflation us fight the government’s excessive rewash items to get a clean load, nullifying Reduction Act, which will distort energy water restrictions on home appliances in t he pu r pose of supposed “g reen” markets and impose further burdens. court. CEI sued the Department of Energy regulations.

Our lawsuit against the DOE is not over.

(DOE) last June after the agency ignored the DOE’s new rules set the limit for water We will seek a solution that will endure Fifth Circuit Court’s opinion that the agency use back to the value set by Congress due to beyond the current administration. We does not have the authority to regulate water a lack of legal authority, just as CEI’s lawsuit know that, with your support, we’ll achieve usage in energy-based appliances, such as argued. Thanks to this turn of events, you more necessary changes. Our successes dishwashers and clothes washers. may soon enjoy shorter cycles and actual today demonstrate the strength of our united We sued the agency because, as the Fifth appliance efficiency! effort when we stand up against government Circuit suggested, Congress gave the DOE And that’s not all. A second major win overreach. the authority to regulate energy use of ener- occurred earlier in May when President gy-based appliances, but the statute does not Trump signed House Joint Resolution 20 into authorize DOE to limit water consumption law. That resolution used the Congressional by these machines.

Review Act to revoke energy limits for tankIn late May, the DOE agreed with us! The less water heaters.

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Country Easy Beef Basic Beef Breakfast Breakfast Sausage Rolls 20 MINUTES 4 SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS

45 MINUTES 12 SERVINGS 6 INGREDIENTS Ingredients: 1 recipe - Basic Country Beef Breakfast Sausage 2 large eggs, scrambled 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese 1 tablespoon water Fillings (optional): Chopped onions, salsa, chopped cooked vegetables 12 balls of frozen bread dough, thawed Preparation: Step 1 Prepare Basic Country Beef Breakfast Sausage. Remove from skillet.

Step 2 Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray 12 muffin cups with nonstick cooking spray.

Combine sausage, scrambled eggs, cheese and water. Stir in optional filling ingredients, if desired. Roll out one dough ball at a time on an unfloured surface to a 4 to 5-inch diameter circle. Place approximately 1/4 cup of sausage filling into the center of the circle. Gather edges of dough and pinch together. With your hands, roll dough back into a ball. Place seam-side down into a muffin cup.

Step 3 Bake 24 to 27 minutes or until rolls are golden brown.

Nutrition information per serving: 409 Calories; 144 Calories from fat; 16g Total Fat (5 g Saturated Fat; 4 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 138 mg Cholesterol; 617 mg Sodium; 35 g Total Carbohydrate; 0 g Dietary Fiber; 32 g Protein; 4.9 mg Iron; 6.2 mg NE Niacin; 0.4 mg Vitamin B6; 2.2 mcg Vitamin B12; 5.7 mg Zinc; 22.2 mcg Selenium; 119.2 mg Choline. Nutrition Tip: This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Iron, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, Selenium, and Choline.

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Ingredients: 1 pound Ground Beef (93 percent lean or leaner) 2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage or 1/2 teaspoon rubbed sage 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper Preparation: Step 1 Combine Ground Beef and seasonings in a large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.

Step 2 To make patties, lightly shape sausage mixture into four 1/2-inch thick patties.

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add patties; cook 10 to 12 minutes or until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally.

Cooking Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef.

Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness.

Step 3 To prepare crumbles, heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add sausage mixture; cook 8 to 10 minutes, breaking into 1/2-inch crumbles and stirring occasionally.

Cooking Tip: Two to 2-1/2 cups fully cooked sausage crumbles can be frozen for 3 to 4 months. To use, heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add frozen crumbles and cook 6 to 9 minutes or until crumbles reach 165°F, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition information per serving using 93% lean ground beef: 181 Calories; 72.9 Calories from fat; 8.1g Total Fat (3.3 g Saturated Fat; 0.2 g Trans Fat; 0.3 g Polyunsaturated Fat; 3.3 g Monounsaturated Fat;) 84 mg Cholesterol; 364 mg Sodium; 1.2 g Total Carbohydrate; 0 g Dietary Fiber; 0 g Total Sugars; 26 g Protein; 0 g Added Sugars; 16.1 mg Calcium; 2.9 mg Iron; 389 mg Potassium; 0 mcg Vitamin D; 0.2 mg Riboflavin; 6.2 mg NE Niacin; 0.4 mg Vitamin B6; 2.8 mcg Vitamin B12; 226 mg Phosphorus; 6.5 mg Zinc; 21.2 mcg Selenium; 94.8 mg Choline. Nutrition Tip: This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Zinc, and Selenium; and a good source of Iron, Riboflavin, Phosphorus, and Choline.

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Private Treaty Bulls out of Carefully Selected Genetics in the Brangus Breed!

GRAU RANCH SKAARER BRANGUS CHAROLAIS HEIFERS & BULLS FOR SALE 575-760-7304

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BOB & KAY ANDERSON • 575-421-1809 1995 STATE HWY 3, RIBERA, NM 87560

Bradley 3 Ranch Ltd. 200 Angus Bulls 90+ Charolais Bulls

Annual Bull Sale February 14, 2026 at the Ranch NE of Estelline, TX M.L. Bradley, Cell: 940-585-6471

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McPHERSON HEIFER BULLS

Maternal, Moderate Thick & Easy Fleshing Reliable Calving Ease THE GARDNER FAMILY Bill Gardner 505-705-2856

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CLINTON CLARK 32190 Co. Rd. S., Karval, CO 80823 719-446-5223 • 719-892-0160 Cell cathikclark@gmail.com www.ClarkAnvilRanch.com JOE FREUND 303-341-9311 JOEY FREUND 303-475-6062

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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.

SCOTT MCNALLY, QUALIFYING BROKER • BAR M REAL ESTATE, LLC

P.O. Box 428, Roswell, NM 88202 • Office: 575-622-5867 Cell: 575-420-1237

Website: www.ranchesnm.com

FARMS FOR SALE IN PECOS VALLEY AMPLE AMOUNT OF WATER

480 ACRES WITH 337.15 ARTESIAN WATER RIGHTS WITH 106.6 SHALLOW WATER RIGHTS, CLOSED DAIRY FACILTY, PENS STILL IN EXISTENCE, PECAN ORCHARD, OLD PRIORITY DATES. WELLS PUMP OVER 4500 GALLONS PER MINUTE.

PERFECTION IN EVERY WAY. GORGEOUS LANDSCAPING. HORSE FACILITIES. SHOP. ALMOST LIKE LIVING IN TOWN BUT IN THE COUNTRY. 700 ACRES WEST OF ROSWELL. KNOWN AS THE ANTELOPE SPRING PROPERTY. BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF THE MOUNTAINS. 60 ACRE HORSE FACILITY WITH 40 ACRES ARTESIAN WATER RIGHTS. OLD PRIORITY DATES, HORSE PADDOCKS, AMPLE STALLS, 3,166 SQUARE FOOT HOME, SMALL FEEDYARD ON DRYLAND Contact Cherri Michelet Snyder – 575-626-1913 or Jan “JJ’’ Graham – 806-782-1986 For More Information, Michelet Homestead Realty, Roswell, NM

Check Our Website For Our Listings — www.michelethomesteadrealty.com Cherri Michelet Snyder Qualifying Broker 920 East 2nd, Roswell, NM 88201 • 575-623-8440

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Established in 1920, Chas. S. Middleton and Son has been involved in the cattle business, farm and ranch sales and land appraisals for four generations. With arguably the best team of ranch real estate brokers and appraisers in the industry, we are prepared to offer you outstanding service in the farm and ranch brokerage/appraisal business.

Our team of salesmen has the knowledge and the connections to get properties properly marketed, handle inspections, negotiate deals and help with the process of obtaining financing when required. We work with many trust departments, law firms, CPA’s and handle complex deals from start to finish. With a sales team in key locations we are able to serve a broad area and have a better understanding of local aspects other brokerage firms may not understand. Besides having fourteen brokers/salesmen, with five being well qualified appraisers, including four ARA’s (Accredited Rural Appraisers) to serve your needs. Four of our salesmen first had successful careers with Farm Credit Banks as lenders/ appraisers prior to joining our company.

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BHGRE Steinborn & Associates

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Milky Ranch – Apache County, Arizona: 450 AU including 37,518 deeded acres with an additional 7,680 acres of Arizona State grazing lease located between Holbrook and Saint Johns, Arizona. The ranch is located directly off of US Highway 180 including seven miles of highway frontage.

All access to the ranch is via private property and is contained behind locked gates and provides one-of-a-kind privacy with vast views of the National Park. Also included is an additional 7,270 deeded acres located outside the ranch fence. Price: $14,000,000 Hay Hollow Property – Navajo County, Arizona: 19,458 deeded acres located between Holbrook and Snowflake, Arizona along the Little Colorado River. Stunning views of painted desert scenery accessible by County roads yet great privacy and the feeling of seclusion. This could be a great investment or development property for solar, wind or residential use. Price: $6,500,000 80- Acre Mountain Retreat – Apache County, Arizona: 80 deeded acres located in the foothills of the White Mountains and overlooking the town of Eagar. Numerous building sites with amazing views over 100 miles & mountain side privacy yet only 5- minutes from town shopping and dining.

The White Mountains provide year-round recreation including winter activities such as snow skiing and snowmobiling. Spring, summer and fall provide opportunities for hiking, fishing, camping & hunting. Property also includes 160-acres of Arizona State Lease land used for livestock grazing.

Price: $799,000 CONTACT: ST. JOHNS OFFICE: TRAEGEN KNIGHT www.headquarterswest.com email: info@headquarterswest.com

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MAXWELL PLACE, 39.65 +/- deeded try living with barn wood siding, acres, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom 2 story porches, recent remodel for remote home. Property is off pavement with big workspace. Irrigation and horse facilviews of the mountain range, mature cot- ities, 57 Wampler St., Miami, NM tonwood trees, 1 apricot tree, irrigation 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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$370,000 $335,000

BAR LAZY 7 RANCH, Colfax County, Moreno Valley 594.38 +/- deeded acres, accessed off blacktop between Eagle Nest and Angel Fire. Historic headquarters. Currently used as summer grazing, pond and trees accessed off county road on rear of property as well. Presented “ASIS” New Survey, $3,800,000 $3,629,000

COOL CIMARRON CANYON ESCAPE, 3 bedroom 2 bathroom 2,321 sq ft home built 2009 with amazing back covered porch and attached garage. 29665 HWY 64 Ute Park, NM 87729 $549,000 $535,000 SPRINGER VIEW, 29.70 +/- deeded MIAMI 80+/- ACRES, 3 bedroom, acres. Large house being remodeled, 2 bathroom home with water shares, shop, trees, old irrigation pond. All roping arena, steel barn with shop. back off highway with great southern Other historic barns, Pipe corrals. aspect. 311 Hwy 56, Colfax County.

Far enough off road to be private. $209,000 $205,000 Includes 80 shares of irrigation MAXWELL FARM, 320 +/- Deeded 2350 SHW 21, Miami NM 87729. acres, 180.80 Irrigable acres, center $569,999 pivot, mid 2000’s modular home, MIAMI DREAM, 14.70 +/- deed- two water meters, two barns and one ed acres. Approx 1,583 sq ft 2 large insulated shop on concrete bedroom 1 bath home. Real coun- slab. $848,000

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Nestled in the tall pines of northern New Mexico, a bubbling perennial stream bisects the acreage with a broad grassy meadow. The property is an inholding, surrounded by Forest Service land on three sides, and this is an unparalleled opportunity for a mountain retreat. The land sits at an elevation of 8,700 feet, an idyllic landscape representative of the lower reaches of the Rocky Mountains. This property has had only three owners in the past 100 years.

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PENDING 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 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. $450,000 JUST SOLD Hale Ranch, Patagonia, AZ 218+/- Acres and 60 Head USFS Grazing Allotment.

Sold prior to auction.

RECENTLY SOLD Horse Properties/Land Ranches/Farms 472± Acre Organic Apple Orchard (5 19± Acres – Vail, AZ Tracts) (Mountaintop Estate) Includes processing facilities, retail 3BR/2.5BA home with 360° center, two homes, wells, and views, wrap-around porch, apple trees. Sold at auction. steel home, detached garage. Sold at auction.

1883.45± Acres – McNeal, AZ 2 registered wells, dirt tanks, 10± Acre Country Estate – fenced. Ran 80± head seasonally.

Sonoita, AZ Sold following auction.

Hilltop home with mountain views, stable, shop, orchard, 305± Acres – Ash Creek, Pearce, AZ water features. Sold at Organic potential, cleared of auction. mesquites, FAA landing strip, two wells, fenced/cross-fenced.

Pearce, AZ – Four Offerings at the Foot of Dragoon Mountains 98± Deeded Acres – Bonita, AZ 2 small pivots, 35 ac water rights, Lot 1: 3BR/2BA custom shop, hay shed, 3BR/2BA home, territorial-style home on corrals, irrigation well.

5.5± acres. Lots 3 & 4: Three vacant 1± acre land parcels.

200–300 Head Cattle Ranch – Sold prior to auction.

Marana, AZ 112.8± deeded acres, pastures, Lot 2: Three 1± acre lots farm fields, HQ on state land, two (total 3± acres). Sold at homes, two sets of steel corrals. auction.

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■ 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, five irr. wells, one domestic well for office & feedyard & just across the hwy. an 800 ac. grass lease.

■ NE NEW MEXICO – 1,120 ac. +/- on pvmt. & on county roads, irrigated by ¼ mile pivot sprinklers, wells & underground pipe. One ¼ section in grass.

■ QUAY COUNTY ALFALFA AND LIVESTOCK – 255.474 ± acres a few miles southeast of Tucumcari, NM in Quay County. A total of 112.3 ± acres irrigated, 107 ± acres of native grassland, and 40 ± acres of dry farmland is combined with a 20’ x 80’ shop with concrete flooring and electricity.

■ TELL TX HALF SECTION – 320 ± acres just a few miles south of Tell, TX on the northern end of Cottle County. With the majority of the ranch being native pasture, it lends itself to grazing opportunities, hunting or recreational use. Along with perimeter and interior fencing, a 60 ± acre portion of the property is tilled ground.

■ MULESHOE HOME AND FARM – Irrigated farm of 160 ± acres with a 2017 built home in Bailey County 4.5 miles west of Muleshoe on FM 1760. The home has 3 br, 2 ba and an office. Other improvements on the property include a 4,032 sq.ft. pole barn with attached shed housing horse pens and cattle working pens. A 5 tower Zimmatic center pivot irrigates approximately 70 acres with three irrigation wells equipped with submersible pumps producing a total of approximately 150 GPM. ■ 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.

■ 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.

■ 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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ow folks, out in the Nebraska Sandhills—where the wind’s got a full-time job and even the jackrabbits carry canteens—law and order didn’t come with sirens and flashing lights. No sir. It came in the shape of Sheriff Leonard: a man who spoke softly, carried a dusty .32-20, and believed haste was something reserved for sinners and horses with burrs under their tails.

One particular summer day, round about the early 1900s, when cars had tires made of bubblegum and maps were just guesses with lines, a feller done robbed the Bassett bank.

Didn’t bother with a disguise—just grabbed the cash and lit out toward Rose like his pants were full of fire ants.

Townfolk stampeded down Main Street like a cattle drive gone sideways. They burst into the café hollering, “Sheriff! The bank’s been robbed!”

Leonard didn’t even flinch. Just dabbed the pork chop grease off his chin with a napkin big enough to shade a steer and said, “I’ll finish my lunch, then I’ll go get him.”

Well, you’d have thought he suggested knitting a quilt before chasing the thief.

“He’ll be gone!”

“He won’t,” Leonard replied, calm as a cow chewing cud. “Sand slows a man down more than morals in a poker game.”

He ambled back to the office, grabbed his rifle, and let some air outta all four tires on his Model A. Science, he claimed. Full tires sink. Half-flat ones float like fried dough at a county fair.

Sure enough, seventeen miles later, there sat our would-be bandit, stuck to the axles in sand, looking more embarrassed than a bull in a tutu. Leonard scooped him and the loot up without so much as a raised voice.

Drove home with his tires hissing and his grin hiding under that well-worn mustache.

But crime don’t clock out at sundown.

Prohibition hit the Sandhills like a bad haircut—everywhere, and mostly regrettable.

Bootleggers strung tin-can alarms through the brush and brewed firewater thick enough to dissolve fence posts.

One day, a truckload of federal agents, all starch and suspicion, showed up. “Sheriff,” they said, “we hear there’s a still upstream.

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Celebrating the Run and Refueling with BEEF BEEF showed up to cheer on over 1,600 participants of this year’s Shiprock Marathon event. Held the first weekend of May, this USA Today Top Ten ranked marathon is a runner’s favorite for the rugged desert landscapes of the Navajo Nation. The participants are inspired along the way with live music for motivation to create a memorable running experience. For the first time since covid, marathon runners were able to re-fuel with a post-race meal featuring beef that was sponsored by the New Mexico Beef Council, (NMBC). They enjoyed fresh grilled hamburgers, beef hotdogs, fruit, drinks and snacks. The NMBC also enjoyed having a booth presence and handing out Team BEEF Jerseys, visors, hats, backpacks, stickers, recipes and local beef jerky to all in attendance including volunteers, staff, safety and medical teams, and friends and families who were there to support their runners.

All the proceeds for the marathon go to Navajo YES, a non-profit organization with the mission to promote community wellness, lifelong fitness and youth empowerment in communities across the Navajo Nation. We are a proud sponsor of this event and support the cause of the Navajo YES organization by bringing the beef, and look forward to more opportunities to get involved.

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Empowering Women in Agriculture Hundreds of women from across New Mexico attended the 2025 Women in Agriculture Leadership Conference at the end of April at the Inn of the Mountain Gods in Ruidoso, NM. The New Mexico Beef Council helped sponsor this event that focused on inspiring women to develop their leadership skills, network and share knowledge, and learn to better prepare for challenges in an everchanging environment. Carollann Romo, NMBC Executive Director welcomed attendees to the conference on the first night and spoke about the council’s current work on beef promotion, marketing, education and research in our state. The NMBC enjoyed having a booth at the event that offered beef promotional items and resources.

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NMAND and NMBC Partner to Highlight Muscle Health Research The New Mexico Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (NMAND) and the New Mexico Beef Council (NMBC) joined forces to bring cutting-edge research on muscle health and aging to their members. This collaboration centers around a presentation by Dr. Emily Lantz, an expert in nutrition and muscle metabolism, titled "Optimizing Muscle Health in Aging: The Essential Role of Dietary Protein."

Dr. Lantz's research focuses on the impact of dietary protein on muscle preservation, particularly in aging populations. Her work emphasizes the importance of high-quality protein sources, including beef, in maintaining muscle strength and preventing age-related decline. Studies suggest that older adults may benefit from increased protein intake and physical activity to support muscle function and overall health.

Through this partnership, NMAND and NMBC aim to educate health professionals, dietitians, and consumers on the latest findings in nutrition science. The initiative includes seminars, workshops, and educational materials highlighting the role of beef and other protein-rich foods in promoting longevity and mobility.

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SANDHILL << cont from page 60 We need a guide.”

Leonard looked ‘em over, then hollered, “Joe! You wanna come?”

Joe, age ten, was game. They rode out at dusk, the sheriff pointing through the trees.

“There. Watch for wires. Cans’ll sing if you ain’t careful.”

Then Leonard sat under a tree, leaned back, and invited Joe to sit. “Stay put. Don’t move. No matter what.” And promptly fell asleep, breathing like a hibernating bear.

Later, all holy heck broke loose up the ridge—gunfire, yelling, enough noise to scare the bark off a pine. Joe, wide-eyed and twitchin’, whispered, “Grandpa… should we go?”

“No,” said Leonard, eyes still shut. “Wait.”

After the dust settled and the moon climbed a little higher, they strolled up to find the scene settled in silence—moonshiners and revenuers all deceased and laid out flat like Sunday laundry.

Leonard rested a hand on Joe’s shoulder.

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Mexican Border Closes Again

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ontinued detection of New World Screwwor m (N WS) i n sout her n Mex ico, farther north than i n i t i a l l y, has prompte d USDAAPHIS to again close the U.S. border to imports of livestock.

The border closed initially last November and reopened in early February after additional protocols and i nspec t ions were implemented. Thus far in 2025, a total of 197,844 head of feeder cat t le have been imported since the border reopened , down 60 percent year over year for the yearto-date. In 2024, a total of 1.25 million head of feeder cattle were imported, with none in the last five weeks of the year.

USDA-APHIS and Mexican officials will continue to cooperate in monitoring and detection of NWS and in the release of sterile NWS flies, the primary means of controlling the spread of the pest. NWS was eradicated in the U.S. in 1966 and, in cooperation with Mexico, the sterile fly program established a boundary at the southern Mexico border, later extended south to Panama. However, over the past two years, NWS has moved north through Central America and again into southern Mexico. The U.S. and Mexico have been working to amp up the sterile fly program since November. Disease metrics will be evaluated regularly, and the border closure will remain in place until progress

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Mexico continues to struggle with challenges in addition to NWS, most notably severe drought in the northwest part of the country, especially in the states of Sonora, Chihuahua, Sinaloa, Durango and Coahuila, with marginal drought extending farther south into Zacatecas and the Bajio (Figure 2). In 2024, nearly 38 percent of feeder cattle imports were spayed heifers, an unusually high heifer percentage that was attributed to drought liquidation. Since the border opened in February, 35 percent of feeder cattle imports have been heifers. Most of these heifers were likely spayed last fall in anticipation of exporting but were unable to because of the border closure from November to February. Any remaining backlogged heifers that were spayed prior to November will not be able to cross now before the six-month clock expires for export of those spayed heifers. Drought liquidation is likely continuing in Mexico.

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Meat Advocacy Office (CMAO) in Beijing, fully funded by industry exporters, which “signals our readiness to grow and strengthen Canada’s competitiveness in the Chinese market.” Also on the list for trade normalization or expansion: the U.S., the EU, Southeast Asia and Latin America.

by Lisa M. Keefe, meatingplace.com hile the U.S. kicked back for Memorial Day, in Canada, Parliament resumed business under the leadership of Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) made its policy wishes known early.

Noting in a news release that the country’s red meat processing sector contributed more than C$9.4 billion in exports in 2024 — more than half of total production — CMC called out its priorities. ЇЇ Trade and market access: Restoring full access to China for beef and pork is “urgent.” The Canadian red meat industry is launching the Canadian

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Needle Selection for Vaccinating Cattle

Route of Administration - Subcutaneous (SQ) (1/2 to 3/4 inch needle)

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It should be standard practice to avoid contaminated, burred, bent or broken needles. To help combat the chances of a needle breaking, use a durable, specialized stainless-steel needle with a thick-walled cannula. Change needles as frequently as necessary to guarantee needles remain sharp.

If you are managing any blood-borne pathogens in your herd, such as anaplasmosis or bovine leukosis, it is necessary to replace the needle after each animal. Detectable needles offer the benefit of being easily identified and found by the metal detection systems within beef processing plants. The only 100 percent detectable needle is made of a specialized, highly ferritic, stainless-steel alloy.

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Route of Administration - Intramuscular (IM) (1 to 1 1/2 inch needle)

A Narrowing EPA Definition is Reshaping the Clean Water Act

by Brian Bienkowski, The New Lede, Investigate Midwest

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Read product labels to determine the appropriate route of administration, whether it is subcutaneous (sub-Q) or intramuscular (IM). Next, determine the weight of the animal, not only for proper dosage, but also for selection of the appropriate needle. The route of administration determines the length of the needle, while the size of the animal determines the gauge, or diameter, of the needle. Viscosity of the product is another factor in the selection of the proper gauge. Lighter calves require a smaller-diameter needle, whereas heavier animals require a larger-diameter needle. It is important to note that as the gauge increases, the diameter decreases. There can be implications to

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ebra Shankland was a kid when the Cuyahoga River in Ohio caught fire in 1969.

“I saw the dead fish, I smelled it,” the selecting the wrong needle. It is critically retired biologist and environmental educator important to use a needle of the correct told a room of U.S. Environmental Proteclength to ensure it enters the correct tissue. tion Agency (EPA) representatives.

When this fails, absorption of the product Shankland was one of many speakers at can be altered, resulting in failed efficacy. the latest listening session led by the EPA as Furthermore, when treating young, light- the agency crafts a new definition for the weight calves, if the needle is too long, there long controversial language “waters of the is potential to strike a bone or a nerve.

United States” contained in the Clean Water The charts above and on previous page Act. The interpretation of that phrase, comcan help in deciding the needle gauge and monly shorthanded as WOTUS, can have length required. massive implications for the health of small Select the needle based on cattle size (use streams, remote wetlands, creeks and other the smallest without bending). waters.

The smaller the gauge number, the larger The EPA, along with the Army Corps of the needle diameter. For example, a 16 gauge Engineers, released a memo in March that is larger than an 18 gauge. narrowed the scope of what waters receive

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Trump EPA and Army Corps scrapped the clarify and establish a “definition that is Shankland attested to this in her com- Biden guidelines, removing protections for simple and durable and withstands the test ments to the EPA. After the Clean Water Act wetlands that are connected to larger bodies of time,” EPA administrator Lee Zeldin said. passage, she witnessed the turnaround of the of water via ditches, pipes and culverts.

While Shankland urged the EPA to keep Cuyahoga River and nearby Lake Erie. “Now “What they appear to want to do is to broad protections in place and pointed out you go down there, all along the river and take the terms in the Sackett decision and the critical functions of wetlands, she was Lake Erie … it’s an economic powerhouse,” give them the narrowest possible meaning,” followed and preceded by several speakers she said.

Murphy said. from the coal and building industries that Wetlands and out-of-the way streams are The action by the EPA is in line with calls mirrored submitted public comments from at the heart of the tug of f rom va r iou s agricultural representatives applauding the war. Af ter the f irst industries who Removing a large number complain that EPA’s moves.

Trump administration Such changes will remove uncertainty significantly weakened broad interpretaof both wetlands and that has “plagued” industries for decades, clean water protections, t ions of t he Susan Asmus, senior vice president of regu- the U.S. Supreme Court WOTUS definistreams from those basic latory affairs at the National Association of weighed in via the Sackett tion hurt their Home Builders, wrote in a public comment v. EPA case saying the interests. protections will bring us to the EPA. Clean Water Act covered “It’s time to Ted McKinney, CEO of the bipartisan streams, oceans, rivers, bring this issue back to a period of water National Association of State Departments lakes but only “adjacent in line with the of Agriculture, said in an interview that state wetlands that are indisSupreme Court insecurity that Americans regulators are in the best position to protect tinguishable from those Decision, Sackett water, and reduced federal interference will bodies of water due to a v EPA” and end have forgotten and probably “ u n n e c e s s a r y be a boon to both farmers and water quality. continuous surface conHowever, some tribes say narrowing nection.” This put many burdens on landdo not want to relive.”

Clean Water Act protections will further remote and seasonal owners and local erode an already limited ability to protect streams, wetlands and c om mu n it ie s ,” their waters and would ignore geographic other bodies of water We s B r o o k s , — Jim Murphy, differences in water use and flow. And envi- outside the scope. deputy assistant National Wildlife Federation administrator for ronmental and water advocates say it will The Biden adminislead to more pollution and flooding — at a tration’s EPA adopted the EPA’s Office time when the Trump administration is this interpretation in a broad way — with of Water, said at the opening of Wednesday’s already cutting drinking water regulations. wetlands only needing a physical connection listening session.

“Removing a large number of both wet- to a river, lake or ocean to fall under the lands and streams from those basic Clean Water Act. The administration also Pollution and flooding impacts protections will bring us back to a period of interpreted the law through a regional lens All lakes, rivers and larger bodies of water water insecurity that Americans have forgot- — for example, what constitutes a “relatively start somewhere — most often in small ten and probably do not want to relive,” Jim permanent” body of water looks different in streams and wetlands. “Pollution f lows Murphy, director of legal advocacy for the the arid Southwest compared to the humid downstream,” Murphy said.

National Wildlife Federation, said in an Northeast. In response, 27 states joined law“Nationwide about 50 percent of the flow interview. suits challenging the Biden administration. in our mainstream rivers and larger lakes “The feds were in what we called overreach — a lot of which are direct sources of public Clean Water Act controversy mode,” McKinney said. drinking water — come from streams that The Clean Water Act, established in 1972, are almost certainly no longer protected” if protects the “waters of the United States,” but regulations are reduced, Murphy said. doesn’t explicitly say what waterways are Heavy farming states already struggle included in that protection. While there with impaired waters, mostly due to agriculhave been various legal opinions and chaltural runoff. For example, roughly 56 percent lenges over the years, for decades — under of Iowa’s rivers and streams and more than both Republican and Democratic adminis67 percent of its lakes are listed as impaired D V E RT I S E trations — it was generally interpreted that under the Clean Water Act, according to the all surface waters had protection. If someone most recent state data. The EPA forced the wanted to dump pollutants into, build on, or state last year to add seven additional rivers divert water, they needed permission from to its impaired list — all due to excess nitrate the federal government to ensure it wouldn’t pollution, which largely comes from fertilaffect water quality or ecosystems. izer and manure.

“The Clean Water Act is probably one of Many of the impaired rivers — including the most successful and significant environsegments of the Cedar River, Des Moines in the New Mexico Stockman. mental laws that we have,” Murphy said. “It River, Iowa River, Raccoon River and South really turned around what was a crisis in Skunk River — are drinking water sources Call: 505/243-9515.

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and are contaminated with nitrates, which are linked to birth defects and cancers. In a separate federal fight over wetlands, an Iowa farm owner is challenging a U.S. Department of Agriculture Farm Bill provision — called the “Swampbuster law” — that prohibits farmers from using designated wetlands on their property if they want to be eligible for crop insurance subsidies, farm loans and other federal benefits.

Stuart Swanson, president of the Iowa Corn Growers Association, wrote the EPA

recommending that neither ditches nor farmland that has reverted to wetlands be covered under the Clean Water Act. Swanson also recommended that ditches be excluded, in part, because they protect farms from f looding. However, a more narrow Clean Water Act could have the opposite effect: wetlands are sponges that hold more than one million gallons of floodwater per acre. If wetlands become paved over or drained that flood water could inundate communities, already dealing with an

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increase in severe flooding events due to a changing climate.

“For people not as concerned about the places where ducks and dragonflies and other things live, drinking water and flooding are probably two of the most immediate places that they will see impacts,” Murphy said.

Narrowing the Clean Water Act doesn’t necessarily mean more pollution, according to McKinney.

“The government closest to the people is the best form of government,” McKinney said, adding that about 40 percent of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture members are Democrats and that bloc has “largely been leading the way with their frustration” over the Clean Water Act. McKinney acknowledged that farm states like Iowa and Indiana (where he previously served as director of the state’s Department of Agriculture) have farm pollution issues but federal involvement isn’t solving it.

“States and landowners have to step up,” he said.

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Tribes across the U.S. have raised concerns about what a more narrow Clean Water Act definition would mean for their water and rights. Only 83 of the 574 federally recognized tribes are currently authorized to review federal permits and licenses under the Clean Water Act. Further restricting what qualifies as a protected water body would only further limit tribal involvement, Ken Norton, chair of the National Tribal Water Council and member of the Hoopa Valley Tribe, said in an interview.

“We already have tribes with no protection,” Norton said. “This is becoming more and more apparent under this [Trump] administration that is weakening the Endangered Species Act and other restrictions, promoting economic development adjacent to tribal lands.”

Tribes in dry, arid regions would be especially impacted, as part of the EPA’s apparent aim is to restrict protections for streams that only flow some times of the year, which are more common — and more vital — in drier Southwest regions.

“Establishing a uniform flow number that is equally applicable to the arid western region, the Great Lakes region, and the New England Forest would be scientifically inaccurate,” Norton and Tabitha Langston, chair of the National Tribal Caucus, wrote in a comment to the EPA. Melissa Kay, a Tribal Water Institute

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Fund, said in an interview that tribal perThe Montosa Camp Meeting will run spectives vary. Alaska, for example, is full of from July 23 through 27 in Datil, New wetlands, which creates problems in building Mexico, commencing with supper on July 23. homes, creating housing insecurity among Free meals are available daily. some tribes. However, in the Southwest, The Preachers are Paul Summers evangelist, Pueblo of Laguna Tribe relies on several he 2025 Nogal Ranchman’s Camp Walt Summers Glory Bound Baptist, San rivers — the Rio San Jose, the Rio Puerco, Meeting is slated for July 16 through 20 Antonio New Mexico, John Sirman of WindEncinal Creek and the Rio Paguate — that in Nogal. mill Baptist Church in Pie Town. Youth are all fed by streams that are not running Ministers for the event will include Steve ministers Larry and Lesa Wilganowski of year-round, so it could lose protection for Stucker, retired weatherman at KOB TV. He Bremond ,Texas. Camp activities run all day these vital resources. is an ordained pastor, and founder of the July 23 through 27, ending with services and “A one-size-fits-all [approach] doesn’t UpB4 the Son Ministries & Charities. Billy lunch on the 28th. account for historical differences and the Tucker, country pastor, writer, publisher and The Montosa Campgrounds are on differentiations across the different parts of professor is also a minister for the event. He private property with room for primitive the U.S.,” Kay said. is the past Chair of Language and Commu- camping in tents or RVs. There are restrooms Any Clean Water Act changes that impact nications at Cisco College, Abilene, Texas. with showers. other tribal resources such as fish, hunted Youth bible studies for age 3 through the For more information contact Wendell game or culturally important plants could 12th grade, broken into three age groups. The Hutchinson, 432-425-7985, or Ryan Krout, impact treaty rights — which are not bible studies mirror a vacation bible school 505-659-1924, visit www.montosacampnegotiable. with games and crafts that relate to the bible meeting.com or find them on Facebook.

“If tribes have treaty rights for some content being taught.

Both of these camp meetings depend on resource, what happens off the reservation Three free meals a day are offered com- donations to support their work. still affects that resource, so the federal gov- mencing on the evening of July 16. Camp In 1890 Dr. William Bloys started a camp ernment is still under obligation to protect activities run all day on July 17, 18 and 19. meeting near Fort Davis, Texas. Bloys Camp that,” Daniel Cordalis, an attorney with the Closing services will be on Meetings have been attended by several genNative American Rights Fund, said in an July 20. The facilities offer plenty of room erations of families who went on to establish interview. for tents, RVs (no hookups) and camp camp meetings nearer their homes as they trailers. settled in new areas. New Mexico’s Nogal We ‘are not polluters’ For more information visit http://www. and Montosa Camp Meetings were estabMeanwhile many agricultural, mining, nmrcampmeeting.com or find them on lished in 1940 and 1941 respectively. homebuilding and ranching groups say they want clarity from the Clean Water Act as well as a narrowing of its scope.

“The definition of WOTUS has changed multiple times over decades, and has led to significant regulatory uncertainty for family farmers and ranchers,” Rob Larew, president of the National Farmers Union, wrote in a comment to the EPA. Visit the Historic Chase Ranch founded in 1869! Explore the Larew said the Union supported “exemptions for normal agricultural activities” and grounds and corrals! Tour the Main House museum! Swing to live “opposes broadening the definition of what local music artists! Savor smoked goodies from a BBQ food truck! waters are jurisdictional under the (Clean Capture Gretchen Sammis’ vision to use the Chase Ranch for Water Act).” educating today’s youth about ranching and to preserve the heritage Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers of the Western lifestyle!

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to see behavior changes – more time in the When cows don’t get adequate nutrition, Water, Shade and shade, less time grazing and increased water they’re at risk of: Losing body condition the Right Nutrition consumption.

To ma ke t he heat even more Taking longer to rebreed Producing less milk for their growing Can Help Mitigate challenging: A cow’s rumen activity naturally calf Heat Stress in increases body heat. Fermentation Generating a weaker immune response occurs in the rumen, producing heat as Cattle bacteria break down and digest forages. ЇЇ ЇЇ ЇЇ

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he weather report says it’s going to be a scorcher, and sure enough – the temperatures start steadily climbing. Cattle start grouping in shady spots. A few cows start panting to stay cool. The flies settle in.

And, suddenly, you’ve got a herd struggling with heat stress.

The heat may be unavoidable, but you can take proactive steps to mitigate its impact on your herd. First, let’s look at the dangers of heat stress in cattle.

When temperatures rise Cattle have sweat glands, but it’s not a very efficient way for them to cool off.

Instead, they rely on respiration, or opening their mouths and panting, to help them dissipate heat. When it’s 80 degrees or hotter out, their ability to regulate their own temperature becomes a big challenge. You start

Cattle seek shade to help keep cool.

Grouping up in the shade sometimes has the reverse effect and creates a lot of radiant heat between cows. The thermometer might read 90 degrees, but the temperature in the middle of the group could be much hotter. ЇЇ Crowded cattle attract more flies, causing animals to move even closer together to protect themselves. ЇЇ Animals with dark hides have a higher risk of suffering heat stress than those with lighter-colored hides.

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When grazing stops Forage is the number one nutrition source for cows on pasture. If they aren’t grazing as much during a heatwave, they’re probably not meeting their cattle nutrition requirements.

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he Shasta County Board of Supervisors has taken formal action in response to the increasing presence and depredation of gray wolves in rural areas of the county. At its May 13, 2025 meeting, the Board unanimously adopted a resolution declaring a local state of emergency due to the threat posed by gray wolves to public safety, livestock, and property.

In addition to the emergency declaration, the Board also approved a letter to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), requesting immediate assistance and regulatory changes to better equip counties to address this growing concern.

Since late 2024, Shasta County livestock producers have reported multiple confirmed wolf attacks resulting in the deaths of cattle and other livestock. DNA analysis has verified gray wolves as the cause in several of these cases. These attacks have occurred near rural residences where families, children, and agricultural operations are present.

The Board’s resolution notes that wolves have demonstrated bold, abnormal behavior, including attacking livestock without feeding. This behavior, coupled with their presence near homes, creates an imminent public safety risk and a serious challenge for local ranchers and landowners.

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The Board’s letter to CDFW, signed by Chairman Kevin Crye, calls for: ЇЇ The relocation of problem wolves, ЇЇ Increased collaboration with property owners to protect their livestock and families, ЇЇ Active wolf population monitoring, and ЇЇ Consideration of new regulatory authority allowing county sheriffs to

to health challenges Long-term fertility consequences If cattle are too hot to graze, they may also be too hot to consume mineral at target intake levels. If you’re using a fly control mineral and intakes are below target levels, cows no longer benefit from it because they ЇЇ

investigate wolf incidents and authorize the removal of specific wolves in public safety situations.

Supervisor Harmon emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating: “This is not just about livestock losses.

These wolves are coming too close to homes, showing no fear of people, and putting our rural families at risk. We need state support and practical tools to protect our residents.”

Former Supervisor Mary Rickert, a longtime advocate for rural and agricultural communities, also voiced support for the County’s action: “Ranchers have done their part to coexist with wildlife, but the current wolf policies are out of balance. We need reasonable solutions that don’t leave rural Californians behind.”

aren’t getting a full dose of fly control.

Curb heat stress in cattle by planning for proper shade, water and the right nutrition program.

11 hot weather tips for cattle 1. Ensure access to fresh, clean water. A brood cow drinks 25 to 30 gallons of water on a normal day. She’ll drink even more in hot weather.

2. Check water tanks often to make sure they are clean and free of contamination (algae, feces, organic material, etc.). You might need additional portable tanks to ensure adequate access.

3. Place water tanks in shaded areas to keep water cool if possible. Keep waterers several feet away from buildings or fences, so cattle can access water from all sides.

4. Offer supplements to help cows make the most of their forages. Accuration® Supplements with Intake Modifying Technology® helps feed necessary rumen microbes to keep cattle eating and encourages snack eating behavior.

5. Choose a mineral designed for consistent consumption during hot weather, like Purina® Wind and Rain® Summer Season Mineral.

6. Control flies to prevent further stress

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7. Supply ample shade. Whether it’s provided by trees, a manmade building or portable structures, shade is critical. It might be necessary to move cattle to a pasture with trees or additional shade.

8. Strategically move rotational grazing herds to fresh pastures in the late afternoon/ early evening instead of the morning. Cows will have access to fresh grass when temperatures are beginning to cool and will be more likely to graze.

9. Work cattle as early in the day as possible when temperatures are lower.

10. Don’t graze pastures short before moving cows to another. Pastures with taller, thicker grass feels cooler than pastures with short grass where more soil surface is exposed.

11. Observe cattle frequently and take precautions when hot and humid weather is forecast.

What Residents Can Do Shasta County urges rural residents to take proactive measures to protect their property and report wolf activity.

Habitat Modifications to discourage wolf presence: ЇЇ Remove diseased animals promptly. ЇЇ Dispose of carcasses in deep (8-foot+) covered pits away from homes and livestock. ЇЇ Use predator-resistant fencing around carcass pits or transport remains to a landfill or rendering facility. ЇЇ Fence or pen livestock at night using secure fencing systems.

Deterrent Tools: ЇЇ Fladry: Flagged fencing that wolves often avoid (effective for 30–60 days). ЇЇ Motion-Activated Lights: Install around calving or vulnerable areas and rotate frequently. ЇЇ Livestock Guarding Dogs: Use trained breeds (e.g., Great Pyrenees, Anatolian Shepherds) in groups. Dogs should never engage or chase wolves.

Shasta County will continue coordinating with CDFW, local law enforcement, and neighboring counties to ensure the safety of its residents and support for its agricultural economy.

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arth Day has been celebrated at the end of April each year since 1970. It has been a time to reflect on environmental awareness and concerns. Initially, Earth Day made some dire predictions for the future of our way of life in the U.S. and around the world. Originally, there was information on turning off electricity in your home to save on energy or planting a tree to reduce carbon dioxide. However, currently, it has been co-opted by radical doomsday groups that use pseudoscience to push their scary agenda.

It is time to reclaim the positive aspects of celebrating Earth Day with the good things that humans have accomplished in America, not the dramatic predictions of the ending of the world. Let’s look at a few of the predictions which did not come to fruition that were made in the 1970s. ЇЇ Mass starvation from overpopulation. ЇЇ Civilization would end within 15-30 years due to pollution and resource depletion. ЇЇ Imminent ice age or catastrophic global cooling. ЇЇ Americans would need gas masks by 1985 due to air pollution. ЇЇ Nitrogen fertilizer would render land uninhabitable, or acid rain would destroy forests and lakes.

Most of these and other dire predictions did not materialize as forecast, largely due to technological innovation, policy changes, etc. New laws were passed that improved air and water quality and the Green revolution of grain crop production boosted food supply.

We need to restore Earth Day to an original mission by rejecting the current climate alarmism and focus on tangible and measurable challenges. Humans are not the plague of the earth, but generally good stewards like farmers and ranchers. Our ingenuity has cured diseases and increased life spans, and the list of positive things is long. As someone

who cherishes the environment and life in America, let’s celebrate Earth Day on a positive note, not a doomsday and the end of the world.

There is a buzz in the air over a report from a U.S. biotechnology company, Colossal Biosciences, that it had used a complex genetic process to bring back to life the Dire Wolf from 10,000 years ago. This is like something out of the old Alley Oop comic strip I read as a kid that would bring a stone age man to the current world for a while and go back. It may have some important implications for the plight of an endangered species that we are trying to save.

If this turns out to be a realistic process, then we should not have to worry about a species going extinct, we can bring them back. Secretary of Interior, Doug Burgum, lauded this “de-extinction” technology for its potential conservation implications. He used the scientific breakthrough as an opportunity to applaud innovation—and criticize regulations associated with environmental laws.

President Trump has signed a proclamation to restore fishing waters that had been declared off limits to fishing by President George W. Bush in the Pacific Remote Island Marine National Monument. The original monument was 80,000 square miles and then President Obama increased the monument to 438,000 square miles or the size of Texas and California combined. The reduction in size gives some hope that some of the land based National Monuments that have been established by the Antiquities Act of 1906 will be restored to a smaller acreage.

The impacts of drought in the Southwest are very evident with the cattle trucks moving each day to reduce cow herds to fit the amount of grass still available or, in many instances, to liquidate the ranches’ ability to continue as a cattle ranch. There are tears in their eyes as the trucks pull out with the last load. But as good stewards of the land, the cattle need to go to protect the land.

Keep your eyes on the horizon as my definition of the “monsoon, the time of the year that drought is the least,” and that time is coming up.

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