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New Mexico Governor Sets 2030 Preservation Goal ABC’s the Cobb Family Tradition Ranchers Sue NM Game & Fish NMSU Dean Wins Lifetime Achievement Award from STEM Organization

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40 Oregon Ballot Initiative Would Criminalize Hunting, Livestock Slaughter, Even Pest Control

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41 California Does It Again / meatingplace.com 48 Beef Industry: Cost Pressure, Rising Cattle Prices & Argentine Restrictions Impact Global Market

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49 Hoeven-Tester Livestock Disaster Relief Act to Improve LFP & ELAP

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American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall Tours US/Mexico Border in NM 2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame USDA Updates Pandemic Assistance for Livestock, Poultry Contract Producers & Specialty Crop Growers New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association Heritage Buckle Awards

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12 Wit & Wisdom

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16 New Mexico CowBelles Jingle Jangle 27 New Mexico Beef Council Bullhorn 30 News Update 35 BEEF — It’s What’s for Dinner Recipe 38 New Mexico’s Old Times & Old Timers

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42 On the Edge of Common Sense

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43 In Memoriam 52 New Mexico Livestock Board Update 53 Marketplace 55 Seedstock Guide 58 Real Estate Guide 64 View from the Backside

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

by Randell Major NMCGA President

Randell Major President Magdalena Loren Patterson, President-Elect Corona Dustin Johnson NW Vice President Farmington Cliff Copeland NE Vice President Nara Visa Jeff Decker SE Vice President Lovington Roy Farr SW Vice President Datil Joe Culbertson Vice President at Large Amistad Shacey Sullivan Secretary/Treasurer Peralta Tom Sidwell Immediate Past President Quay Pat Boone Past President Elida

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ew Mexico Cattle Growers’ attended the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s 2021 Cattle Industry Convention meeting held August 9th through 12th in Nashville, Tennessee. There were more than 6,000 cattle producers, industry partners and stakeholders that came together to participate in educational opportunities committee meetings, and the board meeting. There were over 100 total resolutions and directives that were either newly passed or renewed.

There was discussion about carbon sequestration in the Property Rights committee.

NCBA supports the landowner’s or lessee’s ability to generate ecosystem credits and be eligible for payments in accordance with any agreement negotiated between a landowner and lessee in the resolution presented. They also support that if there is any government role in carbon trading, that it be limited to USDA providing any applicable regulatory oversite of the private markets to ensure for the protection of agriculture producers and credit purchasers. Carbon markets and payments are the new hot topic. It is unclear whether a carbon credit is an interest in real property or personal property. A federal court in Louisiana held the “right to report, transfer, or sell carbon credits is part of the bundle of rights associated with property ownership”, suggesting that the credits are real property.

My question that I have asked several times is still yet to be answered: If a carbon credit is considered real property, then can it be retired, severed, or sold from the land like minerals or water rights? We know that special interest groups are working overtime to separate us from our land and our rights. We should take caution when entering a contract or considering these kinds of markets to make sure that rangeland and grazing rights are not harmed for our future generations.

All waters in New Mexico were deemed non-navigable at Statehood. The NM Department of Game & Fish promulgated rule 19.31.22 NMAC which provides a definition of “navigable-in-fact” to assess if a waterway is navigable. Landowners can make application for Certification of Non-Navigable waters. The rule prevents people who are floating down a river from walking or wading in the streambed or onto private property.

On August 12th, the NM Game Commission voted to deny all applications that deem waters non-navigable, ignoring constitutional statutes. This decision by the commission violates private property rights and creates more confusion between private landowners and recreationists. Even though the law has not changed, opponents will claim this as a victory and landowners may see an increase in trespass. This law is being challenged in the NM Supreme Court, so until the decision is made, NMCGA recommends posting your property and report to the local sheriff and NMDGF conservation officer to record any trespass issues.

NMCGA is awarding a Heritage buckle to each 33 counties during their County Fairs.

The contestants had to write an essay about the “Value that you place on the Heritage of the cattle industry and ranching in New Mexico.” I had the privilege of being one of the judges in some of the counties. As I read these young adults’ words, I became very encouraged about the future of the cattle and ranching industry. Agriculture has a very bright generation coming up and I believe that the future of agriculture will be in good hands!

I hope everyone has received good rains and my best to you all.

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WIT & WISDOM

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he events of the past few weeks have turned the direction of the beginning of this column. It is hard for me to believe that this Federal Administration has put America’s young men and women in harm’s way again.

When called on the atrociousness of the situation, all the White House can do is blame the previous president. However they neglect to tell the public that the plan the previous president had in place for the Afghan withdrawal was eliminated in June 2021. What is it going to take for super liberals to man up?

First we must pray for the families who have lost loved ones and for the folks and their families that are still in Afghanistan.

We must pray for the Afghanis that have helped and served our country and hope that someone can get them out of there.

We must pray for the women and girls who

are returning to slavery and abuse.

We must be thankful for and pray for the veterans, contractors and other citizens in the US and around the world who are working on their own to get Americans and others out to safety. These are the people we need to spearhead a movement to either impeach the President or exercise the 25th Amendment. Quite frankly what I see happening to Mr. Biden is nothing short of elder-abuse.

Don’t get me wrong, I am not even hinting at violence. We need people of all political persuasions to band together and do what’s right for this country. A single political party cannot get the job done, and the extreme wings of any party are not likely to be helpful.

I naively thought our country could survive until the 2022 election. Today I am not hopeful.

Additionally, I know that replacing this President with other left-wing liberals is not a solution to the problem. However, the same processes could be used to remove them when necessary.

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Court has upheld an Amarillo, Texas Federal Judge’s ruling that the Administration must put the “remain in Mexico” policy back in place. However there is no telling when or if the policy will be resumed as the Administration vows to continue to battle to eliminate the policy.

As people flee from Afghanistan and terrorists regain their strength around the world, it is certain that there will be more, and more dangerous, traffic coming into the United States via the border with Mexico. While the states around New Mexico are working diligently to contain the border with the aid of other states who understand the impact of an open border to the nation as a whole, New Mexico remains silent on the problems we are facing.

More COVID Ignorance & Outrage New Mexico U.S. senators have gone so far as to vote against requiring COVID testing of illegal immigrants. Fortunately the measure passed with only nine others joining with our senators.

Meanwhile back in New Mexico, the Governor issued yet another COVID health mandate on August 17 that took effect on August 20. Among the elements of the public health order: Beginning August 20, anyone over two years old is required to wear a mask in all indoor public settings except when eating or drinking. Businesses, houses of worship and other entities may enact stricter requirements at their discretion. The mask mandate will remain in effect until at least September 15. However, the governor may decide to extend or lift the requirement as necessary.

Proof of vaccination will be required for all visitors to the New Mexico State Fair, which runs September 9 to 19. The policy aims to ensure the safety of all attendees, especially children under the age of 12 who are not yet eligible to become vaccinated.

If a visitor to the fair is deemed exempt, they must provide proof of the exemption.

All school workers in public, private or charter schools who are not fully vaccinated, or who are unwilling to provide proof of vaccination to their respective supervisors, provide proof of a Covid-19 test on a weekly basis beginning August 23.

Hospitals, nursing homes, juvenile justice facilities, rehabilitation facilities and state correctional facilities, among others, will require employees to provide proof of vaccination.

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Although the Governor’s Health Order took effect on August 20, the Albuquerque Pridefest 2021 took place at the State Fairgrounds on August 20 and 21. There is no mention of a vaccination requirement mentioned on the website, although there was reference to the mask mandate.

New Mexico 30x30 As if rural New Mexicans weren’t reeling enough, the Governor issued an Executive Order on August 25, 2021 Protecting New Mexico’s Lands, Watersheds, Wildlife, And Natural Heritage. After pages of whereas’ here is the meat of the order: 1. The State of New Mexico sets the goal of having at least 30 percent of all lands in New Mexico conserved by 2030, with an additional 20 percent designated as climate

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2. The Secretaries (or designees) of the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, Environment Department, Department of Agriculture, Office of the State Engineer, Indian Affairs Department, and the Directors (or designees) of the Department of Game and Fish and the Outdoor Recreation Division (collectively the “30 by 30 Committee”), shall review and utilize existing authorities, funding, and programs within their respective Departments or Offices to support and implement programs designed to conserve, protect, and enhance lands and natural environments across the State in furtherance of the foregoing goal.

3. These Department-level efforts should be: a. Focused on utilizing existing programs across all land types broadly – federal, state, Tribal, local/regional, and private – consistent with applicable law and program objectives;

b. Coordinated with other state agencies where appropriate to leverage state programs, funding and efforts; c. Coordinated as much as possible with federal agencies that manage lands and natural resources across New Mexico, including through direct engagement on natural resource management plans, transportation and energy development projects, and any other initiatives that impact land and water conservation, including wildlife migration, or that otherwise advance the priorities identified in this Order; and d. Coordinated with external stakeholders to the maximum extent practicable or otherwise required by law.

4. Every quarter, the 30 by 30 Committee shall convene to assess progress toward the goals set by this Order. At these meetings, the 30 by 30 Committee shall ensure the collective efforts undertaken pursuant to this order: a. Are based on the best available science and take an appropriately broad view of conservation that

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The whole wreck resulted in the resignation of the livestock community’s member on the State Fair Commission, Tommy Spindle. Tommy’s work, along with others, would have resulted in what could have been the best Fair for livestock in many years. We all owe him a debt of gratitude for his work.

But Tommy didn’t just resign. He immediately began to work on finding another opportunity for New Mexico’s youth to exhibit their livestock and participate in a sale that would allow them to recoup the costs of their projects or add to their college funds.

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reflects the importance of traditional resource protection efforts, increased access and recreation, and the contributions from working lands; b. Demonstrate a commitment to equity, including a respect for and consideration of Tribal sovereignty and self-determination; c. Enhance biodiversity and/or capacity to sequester carbon and other greenhouse gas emissions; d. Prevent degradation of surface and ground water quality across watersheds that provide drinking water, water for cultural purposes, and ensure resilient local economies, including those based on agriculture, fishing and outdoor recreation; e. Preserve landscapes with the potential to increase water yields or infiltration, wildlife habitat and promote healthy soils and watersheds; f. Support migratory wildlife habitat and ensure movement across the landscape; g. Expand access to protected lands and watersheds for underserved communities and those disproportionate l y imp ac te d by th e climate crisis; h. Place immediate emphasis on leveraging lands that are already managed by a federal or state agency to bolster their climate resilience, support biodiverse ecosystems, and/ or sequester carbon and other greenhouse gas emissions;

i. Identify and make recommenda- Time to Vaccinate Your Horses tions for federal legislative and policy Mosquito season is upon us. West Nile changes to establish or enhance Virus has been confirmed in a horse in Luna federal protections and designations County. The Office of the State Veterinarian on federal lands, efforts which should strongly encourages horse owners to vacbe coordinated with the New Mexico cinate their horses against this and other Congressional Delegation and the mosquito-borne diseases. relevant federal land manageNCBA Petitions FSIS to Eliminate ment agencies; ‘Product of the USA’ Label j. Identify and make recommendations for state legislative and policy The National Cattlemen’s Beef Associachanges to enhance the tools and tion (NCBA) said it filed a petition with programs available for state level USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service conservation and outdoor recreation to eliminate the use of “Product of the USA” efforts; and labels and other broad U.S. origin labeling k. Are accurately reflected, consis- claims for beef products, according to an tent with applicable laws, in the article by Susan Keely on meatingplace.com “American Conservation and StewardSuch labels are potentially misleading to ship Atlas,” or such similar database, consumers, the group said, because the being setup in response to Executive claim implies that a beef product is entirely Order 14008, Tackling the Climate of U.S. origin. However, imported beef Crisis at Home and Abroad, as part of products are eligible to be labeled “Product the American the Beautiful Initiative. of the USA” if minimally processed or 5. The 30 by 30 Committee shall invite repackaged in a USDA-inspected facility. the New Mexico Commissioner of Such imported beef “is not subject to Public Lands (or designee) to join the source verification, is not tied to any kind of quarterly meetings. food safety standard, and is applied by packers and retailers in a manner that does 6. The 30 by 30 Committee shall provide not deliver value back to the cattle proannual reports to the Governor on the ducer,” NCBA said in a press release. collective efforts undertaken pursuant “The Product of the USA label does not to this Order every July, including any meet the expectations of today’s consumrecommendations for state or federal ers and dis-incentivizes the use of voluntary, level legislative or policy changes source-verified claims that allow cattle and needed to support or promote the beef producers to more effectively distingoals set by this Order. guish their product in the marketplace,” Stay tuned for actions. said NCBA President Jerry Bohn.

NCBA said it has long supported voluntary efforts that allow producers the opportunity to capture more value through origin labels and marketing initiatives that are voluntary and source-verified.

In lieu of the “Product of the USA” label, NCBA said it is advocating for a more appropriate generic label such as “Processed in the USA.” Further, NCBA said, it hopes to work with USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) to proactively educate cattle producers, processors and retailers about existing opportunities to develop voluntary, verifiable origin marketing claims that benefit cattle producers without violating rules of trade.

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Nancy Schade and Judy Byrd as co-hostesses on September 16 at First Baptist Church, Ft. Sumner. This will be the prep day for Old Fort Days as the date changed from Sept 4 to Sept 18. The group will serve BBQ sandwich sack lunch from the football concession facility. Cost will be $10 and includes a drink. The group is happy to report everyone has had rain and have green grass and cattle are looking fat and sassy! Thank you, Lord! Joan Key secretary

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living on a ranch 42 miles from town I interacted with my family more than other kids.

My dad was always out working cattle, and I always was excited when he asked me to go with him to feed, check waters, put out mineral so I could go explore. The passion of the cattle industry comes easy to me because that is all I know. I have watched my dad manage our cattle herd over the past 16 years. He has made important decisions that now reflect the quality of our family’s cow-calf operation. I have learned more from his example of how to be a good steward of the land and how to run a cowcalf operation efficiently.

The Chamiza CowBelles’ August meeting was called to order at 12:14 p.m. by President Jeni Neely in Johnny B’s Restaurant with five members present. Cathy read the Invocation and Creed. All recited the Pledge. Minutes from the previous meeting were approved as read. The treasurer’s New Mexico CowBelles: Thank you to all who report was also approved as presented. have submitted their news to Jingle Jangle. Please Nancy attempted to order more license send minutes and/or newsletters to Jingle Jangle, Witte, 1860 Foxboro Ct., Las Cruces, NM 88007 plates. Apparently, the original sold. The Janet or email: janetwitte@msn.com by the 14th of every new company will not have more available month. until later in August. Beef raffle ticket sales are going well. Two members have sold 700+ tickets. Cathy will set up the CowBelle

by New Mexico CowBelle Beef Ambassador booth at the upcoming Petersen Youth Joanie Vance Rodeo and Dutch Oven Cookoff taking place August 7th and 8th. She will be selling omething that gets lost in the chase the new T-shirts as well as beef raffle tickets, of purple banners and buckles is the

by New Mexico CowBelles Beef Ambassador cookbooks, license plates and brand throws. Callie Bennett reason why we have county fairs in Jeni received a letter from Madison Hopkins, the first place: to encourage each other. We a scholarship recipient. Madison took a etting a calf ready to show is defi- all start from somewhere. Remember, there summer class; she will be graduating in nitely a family project, it brings us is always someone watching you. Whether December, a semester early. Madison together and shows us that even on it’s the booster who wants to be just like intends to continue classes to achieve a the days where it’s hard to get out of bed, you because you’re one of the “cool kids” or Master’s Degree. At this point, she has used or if we’re just not feeling great, that putting someone in the community who wants to only $3000 of her $4000 scholarship. She in the work will give you the outcome that learn more about the industry. Take the requested that we give her the entire $1000 you aspire for. Every time I’m out in the barn time to educate and involve them. Think balance in September. The group decided working, my parents go out of their way to back to one of your first county fairs, who to give her the regular semester amount of come help and give me advice. Without my were the people you looked up to? The $500 in September and the remaining $500 family’s support I would struggle immensely. ones who helped encourage you and took in January as she begins her studies for her There’s no level of gratitude that I can you under their wing. You looked up to the master’s degree. At that point, she may express to thank them enough. ones who were gracious winners and losers. request additional funds to finish out her Callie Bennett’s beef story starts with You looked up to the ones who always tried master’s studies. Jeni will notify Madison of hard work. For the past 16 and a half years, to smile at you even if they were having a the group’s decision. Jeni took a photo of I have lived on a ranch in southeastern New bad day. As a generation of showmen leave, two embroidered tea towels that Cathy Mexico. I learned early on how to work hard the ones they took under their wings take brought to the meeting. Jeni’s mother has and be a good steward of the land. While their place and continue the cycle. Even a commercial embroidery machine. She will living on the ranch, I have learned the though there seems to be fewer and fewer give a price for making some that CowBelles importance of taking care of the land and kids involved in the industry on the county can sell. Brandi Apodaca won the door prize the cattle that graze it. Cattle grazing stabi- level, the focus should still be on them and of free lunch. Meeting adjourned at 12:50 lizes the soil and promotes growth of what benefits them the most. County fairs p.m. Submitted by Cathy Pierce. essential grasses while protecting against aren’t about buckles and sale slots, it’s erosion and fire. about encouraging younger generations to Powderhorn Cattlewomen will hold Growing up my role model was my dad. be involved in the Ag industry. their August/September meeting with He was an early influence on me because

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Directs the agencies to use existing programs across all land types, leverage state and federal funding to the fullest extent, engage with federal land management agencies in planning, and coordinate with stakeholders.

The agencies will meet quarterly to assess the state’s progress toward the goals set by the order and provide an annual report to the governor on progress.

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announced America the Beautiful Initiative, which recognizes that protection of 30 percent of the world’s lands, freshwater, and oceans by 2030 can significantly contribute to this goal.

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n August 25, 2021 Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed an Executive Order (EO) to conserve at least 30 percent of all lands in New Mexico by 2030.

New Mexico’s “30 x 30” framework complements a nationwide effort to protect the nation’s lands and waters but is tailored to honor New Mexico’s traditional land uses while promoting biodiversity, encouraging recreation opportunities and protecting watersheds.

The order directs the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department, New Mexico Environment Department, Office of the State Engineer, Department of Agriculture, the Department of Indian Affairs Department and the director of the New Mexico Department of Game & Fish and Outdoor Recreation Division to use their existing authorities to support and implement programs that conserve, protect and enhance our lands and natural environments. This framework will leverage available funding and programs, allowing the state to move more quickly to protect and conserve New Mexico’s unique landscapes. The committee of agency leaders will work with local communities on recommendations to ensure our diverse land uses are represented.

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Seth Joel and Charlie Holland are photographers and writers with a passion for agriculture and its young people. To inform the world about these things, they are creating beautiful books that share ranch raised kids and how they see themselves. They have produced books for California and Arizona so far. The California and Arizona books can be viewed at: www.ranchraisedkids.com Now the couple wants to focus on New Mexico. They have approached the Cattlegrowers Foundation Inc. The Foundation is working to raise funding for that New Mexico book.

The goal is to kick off the project in October 2021, funding permitting. It will take approximately 18 months to complete the project.

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ducated at Stanford as a geologist for his father’s oil company, Alfred Burl Jr. “Buddy” and Cecile Cobb moved to his family’s ranch west of Augusta, Montana along the Rocky Mountain Front in 1952.

They were absolutely new to cattle ranching, possessing the gift of ignorance with no prior traditions or prejudices to overcome. And when the price of cattle fell 50 percent that year, they realized they would soon go broke, unless they could somehow produce more pounds of beef within the limits of the environment in which they operated.

They purchased a 15/16 Charolais bull, “Snowball,” based upon the bull’s performance records, from Clint Ferris of Tie Siding, Wyoming for $900 in 1954. A friend-

ship with M.G. “Maxy’ Michaelis and later Max III and Sharon Michaelis, of Kyle, Texas and Coahuila, Mexico, brought linebred original Jean Pugibet Charolais stock, imported from France to Mexico in 1930-33, to the Cobb Ranch in Montana. Every Cobb animal traces his or her lineage back to this herd.

Buddy was trained to think analytically and methodically, and detailed records were part of his former scientific life. A friendship with Dr. Ray Woodward of the renowned Ft. Keogh Livestock Experiment

tency. Using performance records as the basis for herd selection became part of a movement that grew into the Beef Improvement Federation. Buddy helped pioneer the founding of not only the BIF, but also the American International Charolais Association, and the Mexican and Canadian Associations as well.

Son John graduated from Montana State-Bozeman and U of M Law School, and son Mike graduated from Univ. of Montana-Missoula. After 24 years of continuous service in both the House and Senate of Montana’s Legislature John was retired in 2009 due to term limits.

Buddy and Cecile passed away in They were absolutely new to 2002 and 2003.

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Ranchers File Amended Complaint against NMDGF

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n May 2021, a group of eight Catron County ranchers filed suit against the New Mexico Department of Game & Fish (NMDGF) in New Mexico’s 7th Judicial District. The suit alleged the state’s management practices and the lack of response to claims for depredation and damage assistance amount to takings of private property without just compensation. The ranchers are seeking unspecified amounts of compensation for damages and legal costs.

Since the first 25 head of Rocky Mountain elk were introduced into the Gila National Forest in 1936, the population has expanded, at rates reportedly accelerating in recent decades with current estimates of over 90,000 elk in New Mexico today. Herds regularly infiltrate area ranches and even make their way around the Reserve village center. At the Reserve Combined School, the school district recently added an additional wire over chain-link fencing around the grounds in a bid to keep out the elk, whose droppings are all around the student

drop-off area. Severe drought conditions have left the elk with less feed, increasing pressure on irrigated properties and stocks of water and feed for cattle.

“The elk have just destroyed everything,” Zeno Kiehne, lead plaintiff in the case, said, “and they blame it all on the cattle.”

On August 15, 2021 the group, along with four additional Catron County ranchers, filed an amended complaint alleging that the treatment of the ranchers is a violation of the newly passed and enacted New Mexico Civil Rights Act. The Act was passed in the 2021 Legislature as House Bill 4.

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rights, privileges or immunities secured pursuant to the bill of rights of the constitution of New Mexico.

A person who claims to have suffered a deprivation of any rights, privileges or immunities pursuant to the bill of rights of the constitution of New Mexico due to acts or omissions of a public body or person acting on behalf of, under color of or within the course and scope of the authority of a public body may maintain an action to establish liability and recover actual damages and equitable or injunctive relief in any New Mexico district court.

The Act In any claim for s t a te s : A damages or relief public body under the New Mexico The elk have just or person Civil Rights Act, no acting on public body or person destroyed everything,” behalf of, acting on behalf of, under color Kiehne said, “and they blame under color of or of or within within the course and the course scope of the authority it all on the cattle.” and scope of of a public body shall the authority of a public body shall not enjoy the defense of qualified immusubject or cause to be subjected any nity for causing the deprivation of any resident of New Mexico or person rights, privileges or immunities secured within the state to deprivation of any by the bill of rights of the constitution of New Mexico.

The amended complaint requests an injunction requiring the NMDGF “to proactively re-direct, control, and/or fence out elk from the Plaintiff’s properties.” It also charges inverse condemnation under both state statute and the state’s Constitution.

Under NMSA (1978) § 42A-1-29, a person authorized to exercise the right of eminent domain who has damaged any property for public use without making just compensation is liable to the condemnee for the damage thereto at the time the property was damaged. The Constitution provides private property shall not be taken or damaged for public use without just compensation. The Constitution also mandates compensation both when a governmental action results in a taking of property and when such action damages property.

The NMDGF declined to comment on the pending lawsuit.

Editor’s Note: This article was compiled with information from Algernon D’Ammassa, Las Cruces Sun-News

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hanks to Robert Hagevoort, PhD, NMSU/ACES and all the producers the consortium relies on and the sponsored support from the allied industry, the Dairy Consortium was able to have an in-person program in 2021. The Consortium was not held last year due to the pandemic. COVID safe practices were in place, and only a limited number of students were able to attend. Thirty-five students from all over the U.S. called Clovis home for 4 (instead of the regular 6) weeks and learned all about modern dairy management. The class is grateful for the support received from producers, allowing the class to come out and visit the dairies. For several program parts the students are out in corrals with the cows. Many producers welcomed this large group of outsiders back on their farms which marked the first visit of outsiders since the pandemic began. Dr. Hagevoort, coordinator of this program, says, “The Dairy Consortium’s strength is the hands-on, or experiential learning experience, it defies logic to try and conduct a program like this long-distance or online. Ultimately learning the ‘what’s what’ and ‘who’s who’ in the industry is done by being out on dairies and seeing and doing it first-hand!”

For more information check out the program at: usdetc.tamu.edu.

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he United States Beef Academy (USBA) is an educational event for young men and women who are motivated to learn about the beef industry.

This event is under the direction of New Mexico State University Department of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources, and Texas Agri-Life Extension. It was designed to be a follow-up educational program for young men and women who have completed another New Mexico extension program, the NM Youth Ranch Management Camp.

The US Beef Academy was formed to provide a unique, intense educational experience for the students that attend.

The Academy’s faculty are specialists in the Department of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources, professors from the Department of Animal and Range Sciences and specialists from Texas Agri-Life Extension. The Academy is a five day, intensive educational opportunity for young men and women aged 18-21 years. This acade-

(above) USBA students evaluate cattle at the Corona Ranch. (left) US Beef Academy Class of ’21 with Dina Chacón-Reitzel, Executive Director of the NMBC, and Council Director John Heckendorn.

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my focuses strictly on current methods and technology used in beef production.

Each day of the Academy focuses on a different area of beef production.

In 2021, the US Beef Academy, held at the Corona Range and Livestock Research Center in Corona, NM, completed their sixth Academy.

The Academy has hosted 83 students from 17 states and Mexico over the Learning about beef grades brings smiles to students. six-year period.

The class is capped at 16 students per year and in 2021, there were more applicants than roster positions. The 2021 student roster consisted of one veterinarian, three veterinary students, four graduate students (both Master’s and PhD) and seven upper class undergraduate students. The students were from several universities and colleges including NMSU, Dine College, TX A&M, Colorado State and Oklahoma State. The Academy receives corporate and industry support from several local, regional and national companies that facilitate the delivery of the US Beef Academy. It is a collaborative effort of NMSU Dept of Extension Animal Sciences and Natural Resources, Texas Agri-Life Extension and Colorado State University.

N.M.B.C. is grateful to John Wenzel, DVM and faculty for coordinating and conducting this program.

(above) Dr. Jack Thomas assigns duties in the beef lab. (left) Dr. Jack Thomas gives hands-on instruction on how to fabricate beef. (below) Congratulations U.S.B.A. Class of 2021!

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he New Mexico Beef Council, along with the NMSU’s College of ACES, New Mexico Cattle Growers Association and New Mexico Farm and Livestock Bureau, and several beef industry companies sponsor the Youth Ranch Management Camp. The Camp was held, after taking last year off, once again at the CS Cattle Company’s 130,000-acre ranch at the foot of the Sangre de Cristo mountain range near Cimarron; the cattle and hunting ranch has been family owned and operated since 1873 by the Davis Family.

Collaboration between NMSU Extension specialists, county Extension agents and members of the ranching industry provide an opportunity for youth to learn about the many aspects of ranching through a hands-on curriculum on all things beef, marketing and economics, natural resources and range land management.

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by Kate Gibson, meatingplace.com

NCBA Commits to Climate Neutrality by 2040

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he National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is targeting 2040 for U.S. cattle production to be climate neutral, the NCBA has announced.

A rancher-led process resulted in NCBA forming a sustainability goals task force this year. In addition to committing to climate neutrality within 19 years, the task force’s goals include: ЇЇ Create and improve opportunities that result in a quantifiable increase in producer profitability and economic sustainability by 2025. ЇЇ Enhance trust in cattle producers as responsible stewards of their animals and resources by expanding educational opportunities in animal care and handling programs to further improve animal well-being.

Continuous improvement of the industry’s workforce safety ЇЇ and well-being.

“Producers deserve recognition for their use of cutting-edge practices and technologies that minimize environmental impact,” Marty Smith, a Florida cattleman and past NCBA president, stated in a news release. “By setting goals, we’re publicly committing to continuous improvement.”

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USDA Unveils Two New Cattle Reports to Boost Price Transparency

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SDA will issue two new Market News reports, that started on Monday, August 9, 2021 based on livestock mandatory reporting data, to provide additional insight into formula cattle trades and help promote fair and competitive markets, the agency recently announced.

The action is part of President Joe Biden’s executive order on competition, which directed USDA to “enhance price discovery, increase transparency, and improve the functioning of the cattle and other livestock markets.”

Other USDA initiatives under the order include investments of at least $500 million in meat processing capacity, new rulemaking, under the Packers & Stockyards Act, and a review of the Product of USDA label.

The first new report, the National Daily Direct Formula Base Cattle provides greater information into the foundational prices used in cattle market formulas, grids and contracts. The second report, the National Weekly Cattle Net Price Distribution, commenced on August 10, shows the volume of cattle purchased at each different level of pricing within those formulas, grids and

contracts.

“During the past five years, stresses and disruptions caused by concentration in livestock markets have hurt producers, workers, and consumers, and highlighted vulnerabilities in America’s food system supply chain resiliency. Current negotiated cash cattle trade is approximately 30 percent less than it was in 2005, while formula transactions have increased at the same rate. Our new reports on formula transactions will bring needed clarity to the marketplace,” USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release.

“USDA’s announcement is a significant step toward increasing transparency in the cattle markets,” NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane said in a press release. “As Livestock Mandatory Reporting awaits congressional reauthorization, it is encouraging to see the Administration taking proactive steps to broaden the scope of this critical information tool.”

Vilsack said the agency plans outreach sessions in the coming months to help producers and others understand how the data can inform marketing decisions at farm, ranch, feedlot and other points in the supply chain.

The new reports are issued by USDA Market News, overseen by the Department’s Agricultural Marketing Service.

The National Daily Direct Formula Base Cattle reports will enable stakeholders to see the correlation between the negotiated trade and reported formula base prices, as well as the aggregated values being paid as premiums and discounts. Daily formula base price reports will be released in morning, summary and afternoon versions.

Weekly and monthly formula base reports will be both national and regional in scope and include forward contract base purchase information.

The National Weekly Cattle Net Price Distribution report will show at what levels (price and volume) trade occurred across the weekly weighted average price for each purchase type: negotiated, negotiated grid, formula and forward contract. The report is intended to provide a window into what producers are paid for cattle (net) and retains confidentiality by segregating volumes purchased in $2.00 increments, plus or minus the daily weighted average price depending upon premiums and discounts. AMS has published a similar net price distribution report for direct hogs since January 2010.

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6666 Ranch Signs Multi-Year Agreement with NRCHA

The partnership between the 6666 Ranch and the NRCHA is now new, but rather has deep roots. The ranch stands two stallions whose progeny have found great success in reined cow horse: EquiStat Elite $xxx Million Sire Bet Hesa Cat and EquiStat Elite $xxx Million WR This Cats Smart. The ranch is also breeder of competitive reined cow horse stallion Quahadi, who is a son of Bet Hesa Cat owned by Burnett Ranches LLC. Ranch-bred, raised and trained horses have successfully competed in the NRCHA, and of late, Saddling At Sunrise (WR This Cats Smart x Sunshine Ingredient x Mr Sun O Lena) has carried Rice to the Open Novice Horse Champion title at the 2021 Tres Osos Cow Horse Derby and NRCHA Million Dollar Rider Kelby Phillips to the 2021 NRCHA Stallion Stakes Reserve Championship. Resident

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ongtime National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) supporter and stallion sponsor 6666 Ranch bolstered their commitment to the reined cow horse industry in a multi-year agreement that names the famed Texas ranch as a corporate partner of the association. The working cattle ranch that also houses many of the cow horse industry’s leading sires elevated their status with the association on the heels of renewed involvement in the working ranch cowboy membership drive.

“We were thrilled to host the 2021 Cowboy Clinic at the historic 6666 Ranch in June,” said Anna Morrison, NRCHA executive director. “While there, we had the opportunity to see first-hand the leading role that Dr. Blodgett and the 6666 Ranch family take in connecting working ranch cowboys to the traditional horsemanship and competitive sport of reined cow horse.”

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Wholesaler Targets Pork Processors in Federal Antitrust Suit

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New York-based holding company is accusing several large pork processing companies of comparing costs, production levels and other data as part of an alleged effort to fix prices for pork products between 2009 and 2017 and beyond.

Jetro Holdings – which provides food products and other goods to groceries and

restaurants – says it purchased pork at artificially inflated prices directly from one or more of the defendants named in the suit filed recently. The defendants include Clemens Food Group, Hormel Foods Corp., JBS USA, Seaboard Foods, Smithfield Foods, Triumph Foods and Tyson Foods, according to the filing in New York District Court.

The producers allegedly violated the Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914 by working together with industry data aggregator Agri Stats Inc. – also named as a defendant – to “fix, raise, maintain and stabilize pork prices” in the period, the suit claims.

None of the companies named have commented so far on the Jetro Holdings lawsuit, which seeks injunctive relief, treble damages and attorneys’ fees covering an industry that the suit says represented an

average of about $20 billion in annual sales.

The suit references similar accusations contained in the continuing broiler antitrust lawsuit filed in a federal court in Chicago in 2016 against several of the defendants in the New York filing. Several companies, including Tyson, settled parts of the broiler lawsuits earlier this year, while Smithfield agreed to pay $83 million and JBS paid $13 million to settle similar allegations of pork price-fixing filed in a federal court in Minnesota in 2018.

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NMSU Dean Wins Lifetime Achievement Award from STEM Organization

by Carlos Andres López

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olando A. Flores Galarza, dean and chief administrative officer of New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, received a lifetime achievement award for education from Great Minds in STEM. (NMSU photo by Josh Bachman) Rolando A. Flores Galarza, dean and chief administrative officer of New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, has received a lifetime achievement award from Great Minds in STEM, the organization announced Aug. 11.

Flores Galarza was among 22 STEM professionals selected by a peer-review committee to receive the 2021 HENAAC Awards from Great Minds in STEM, a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting STEM careers, especially in underserved communities.

“Dean Flores Galarza is an outstanding

educator, and we’re so fortunate to have him at our university,” NMSU Chancellor Dan Arvizu said. “He has dedicated his entire career to ensuring students are equipped not just with knowledge in the STEM disciplines, but also with important, foundational skills such as critical thinking, problem solving and creativity. I congratulate him on this well-deserved national recognition.”

The awards honor the achievements of America’s top engineers and scientists from the Hispanic community. Flores Galarza received the organization’s lifetime achievement award for education. He and the other award winners will be recognized at the 2021 Great Minds in STEM conference, set to take place virtually Oct. 11-22.

“This award humbles and fills me with gratitude for all the students, who in one way or another, I have contributed to moving them through the education process,” Flores Galarza said. “I am grateful to my beloved family for their patience, support and love, to all the colleagues and staff I have worked with, and to the ones who nominated me. Education is fundamental to the growth of an individual, and without it, our society will not move forward. I have been blessed to have the

Rolando A. Flores Galarza, dean and chief administrative officer of New Mexico State University’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences, has received a lifetime achievement award from Great Minds in STEM, the organization announced Aug. 11.

opportunity to contribute to this rich endeavor.”

Flores Galarza, a food scientist, joined NMSU in 2016 to serve as dean and chief administrative officer of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences.

Flores Galarza has dedicated his career to advancing food science and technology and cultivating the next generation of food scientists and engineers. He also has conducted pioneering research in waste and byproduct utilization.

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Machacado Breakfast Tacos Recipe courtesy of Vianney Rodriguez, sweetlifebake.com

Servings: Makes 6 tacos or 6 servings Time: 10 Minutes Ingredients 2 cups prepared machaca 3 Tbsp. olive oil ½ medium onion, diced 6 eggs 1 tsp. salt 6 flour tortillas Optional Toppings Salsa verde Sliced avocado Preparation Heat oil in a large skillet over MEDIUM-HIGH heat. When oil is hot, add diced onion and cook until light translucent.

Add machaca to skillet and cook, stir-

ring until heated through.

Add eggs, stir to combine, and cook until eggs are fully cooked. Season with salt and spoon onto warm flour tortillas.

Serve warm with salsa verde and sliced avocado.

Suggestions Machaca is salted dried beef that has been marinated, dried and shredded.

The drying process helps to preserve the beef making it an ideal pantry staple and can also be used for breakfast tacos or machacado con huevos. You can find machaca in the international aisle of the grocery store or your local Latin market.

Nutrition information per serving: 400 Calories; 176.64 Calories from fat; 19.75 g Total Fat (5.35 g Saturated Fat); 198.79 mg Cholesterol; 1612.17 mg Sodium; 22.6 g Total Carbohydrate; 0.2 g Dietary Fiber; 30.4 g Protein; 0.6 mg Iron; 63.2 mg Potassium; 0.3 mg Riboflavin; 1.3 mg Niacin; 0.1 mg Vitamin B6; 0.6 mcg Vitamin B12; 0.5 mg Zinc; 15.4 mcg Selenium; 146.9 mg Choline. This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Vitamin B12, Selenium. It is a good source of Riboflavin.

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Ag Businesses May Apply For Internship Funding Through NMDA’s Agricultural Workforce Development Program Program’s goal is to create opportunities that lead to careers in agriculture

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ew Mexico-based agricultural businesses may apply for internship funding through the New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) Agricultural Workforce Development (AWD) Program.

The goal of the AWD Program is to create opportunities for young and beginning farmers and ranchers, including students, to gain work experience in agriculture that can turn into careers and thus support New Mexico’s agricultural future. The program provides incentives to New Mexico agricultural businesses to hire interns.

An “agricultural business” is defined in the New Mexico Agricultural Workforce Development Program Act as business of a food or agricultural nature, including agriculture production or processing. Examples of agricultural businesses eligible to participate in the AWD Program include – but are not limited to – farms and ranches; facilities at which raw agricultural commodities are processed into finished products; and food and beverage manufacturing facilities. The act was passed in 2019, and the pilot program ensued in 2020.

New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte said it’s imper-

ative to train the next generation of agriculturists in this state.

“New Mexico has the second-highest average age of producers in the U.S. at 59.8, behind Hawaii, according to the most recent Census of Agriculture,” said Witte.

“Programs such as the Agricultural Workforce Development Program are key to ensuring our ag industry’s future is in the hands of capable people.”

NMDA will reimburse a participating agricultural business up to 50 percent of the actual cost to employ the intern(s), not to exceed $5,000 per intern. A business may hire up to three interns in one year and the internship must consist of at least 130 hours.

The application period opened Aug. 2, 2021 and will continue until funds are fully allocated or by Dec. 7, 2021, whichever comes first. Funds will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis and must be fully expended

by June 15, 2022.

All payments for qualified internships will be made on a cost-reimbursable basis following the end of the internship. The business is required to pay at least minimum wage and must carry workers’ compensation insurance for all interns. Interns must be at least 18 years of age at the start of their AWD Program internship. It is preferred that interns be New Mexico residents, but it is not a requirement.

NMDA will not match businesses with interns. Each business is responsible for finding an intern or interns to employ and must include the interns’ information in the AWD application.

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NEW MEXICO’S OLD TIMES & OLD TIMERS

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other from about 50 feet. They fired nine shots into the police car and Nash Garcia.

The officer managed to open the car’s door and then fell out onto the ground, severely wounded and unable to return fire. The offenders then beat him about the head with gun-butts to make certain he was dead. They loaded his body into the police car and drove another six miles into reservation land, to a spot near Sandstone Mesa where they abandoned it. They returned the following day, filled the car with brush and set it afire.

Officer Garcia wasn’t missed until Sunday morning when he failed to respond to a call from headquarters. State Police Chief Joe Roach said it wasn’t unusual for the officer to be out of contact for a day or so, especially if he was working on the reservation. Concern for Garcia’s safety increased when officers contacted his wife and she said she had not heard from him, either. His work, she said, sometimes kept him away from home for several days at a time.

A search and an investigation were initiated. It didn’t take long. A local cowboy and several other witnesses told investigators they saw Garcia in pursuit of a pickup truck driven by one of the Felipe brothers: Willie, 31, or Gabriel, 28. On Sunday evening, State Police officers Dick Lewis and Joe Fernandez went to Willie Felipe’s house on the Acoma reservation. Felipe offered no resistance and told the officers what he and his brother had done.

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The next morning Willie led a seven-vehicle caravan of officers and other searchers to Sandstone Mesa. They found “…a few pitifully small pieces of charred bone in a pile of ashes on the floor [of the car].”

On Monday evening, April 14, Albuquerque motorcycle policeman Robert Olona, Nash Garcia’s cousin, arrested Gabriel Felipe on North First Street in Albuquerque.

Gabriel offered no resistance when taken into custody. He maintained that he took no part in the killing. He asserted that he actually tried to stop Willie from shooting the State Policeman. Officers found Garcia’s service revolver in a suitcase in Gabriel Felipe’s hotel room along with another gun that belonged to the suspect.

The Felipe brothers were tried, convicted and sentenced to life in federal prison by U. S. District Court Judge Carl Hatch. One of the brothers died in prison and the other was released in the early 1970s.

The motivation for the Felipe brothers’ actions has never been positively determined. One report was that they were angry with the officer because he’d previously arrested them for deer poaching.

Another source said that Willie and Gabriel felt as though Garcia had been “mean” to them in the past.

Officer Garcia joined the State Police in 1944 after serving as a Bernalillo County deputy sheriff. He was appointed to the rank of captain of the Albuquerque district in 1948, but demoted to patrolman in 1950 when newly elected governor Ed Mechem appointed Joe Roach as State Police chief.

He was reassigned to the Grants district.

Garcia was survived by his wife, Martha, and daughters Yvonne, Yolanda, and Yvette.

NOTE: Nash Garcia was the first member of the New Mexico State Police to be shot to death in the line of duty. Two officers, Walter Taber in 1937 and Delbert Bugg in 1946, were previously killed in motorcycle accidents. A third State Police officer, William Speight, died as he tried to reach a snowed-in radio tower near Cloudcroft in February of 1949.

The State Police Department was created in 1935 and became a division of the New Mexico Department of Public Safety in 1987.

SOURCES: Albuquerque Journal, April 14 & 15, 1952 Don Bullis, New Mexico’s Finest: Peace Officers Killed in the Line of Duty, 1846-1999 The Roadrunner (New Mexico State Police Association,Vol. 3, No. 2, Summer, 1992) State Police Records

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Oregon Ballot Initiative Would Criminalize Hunting, Livestock Slaughter, Even Pest Control

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unting, breeding livestock, even pest control would be all but illegal under a ballot initiative backed by Oregon animal rights activists and opposed by incensed Oregon farmers.

The proposal, Initiative Petition 13 (IP 13), would lift virtually all exemptions to state laws related to animal abuse, neglect and sexual assault. The vast majority would ban common farming practices from artificial insemination used in targeted breeding and killing live animals for meat. Farm animals could only be raised for rodeos, milk or fur and could be spayed, neutered and castrated.

In addition, IP 13 would further restrict hunting, fishing, trapping and “intentional injury” of an animal that would bring undue suffering. Research labs would be prohib-

ited from experimenting on nonhuman mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians. All of the activities listed would carry criminal penalties.

IP 13 was approved by the Oregon Secretary of State for circulation on July 15.

Under Oregon’s initiative petition process, IP 13 organizers have until July 2022 to gather the 112,020 signatures needed to get the initiative onto the November 2022 ballot.

David Andrew Michelson, a Portland animal rights activist, is the initiative’s chief petitioner. He and organizers have claimed on IP 13’s website and elsewhere that the state’s $5.7 billion farming industry would adjust to the laws accordingly, without evidence. Crop production, they say, would likely rise to make up for falling meat supplies.

Oregon is a top producer of fruit, nuts, grass and Christmas trees. According to the Oregon Department of Agriculture, its farms and ranches make up one percent of the state’s population, which export 80 percent of their crop overseas. Small family businesses make up 96.7 percent of Oregon’s agricultural sector.

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proposed changes in statute, it is ultimately up to them to do what they feel best meets their needs as long as it also protects the animals’ needs to be free from suffering,” the IP 13 site states.

Those claims have Oregon farmers on edge. Mary Anne Cooper, vice president of public policy at the Oregon Farm Bureau, says IP 13’s impact on the agricultural sector would be “staggering.”

“I can think of very few aspects of agriculture that wouldn’t be touched,” Cooper said. “Vole removal, beaver removal, and other activities necessary for supporting farming would be criminalized alongside animal agriculture.”

Oregon has several animal cruelty laws on the books, including minimum care and shelter standards in addition to tethering rules.

Cooper stressed the costs on Oregon farmers would be irreparable. She’s calling on the agriculture community to sound the alarm to stop IP 13 if it does head to the ballot.

“Do you have friends who like to hunt or who have ever had to trap a rat in their house?,” Cooper said. “Make sure they know about this proposal.”

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California Does It Again Meat Your Markets by Mack Graves, Meatingplace.com (The views and opinions expressed in this blog are strictly those of the author.)

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n January 1, 2022, California is set to implement a law that severely restricts animal agriculture anywhere for eggs, pork and veal sold in California.

This law establishes minimum space requirements based on square feet for calves raised for veal, breeding pigs and egg-laying hens and bans their sale as food if they are confined to areas below minimum square feet requirements.

California’s restaurants and groceries use about 255 million pounds of pork a month, but its farms produce only 45 million pounds, according to Rabobank.

The difference must come from hogs produced out of state with most coming from Iowa. The cost to comply could raise bacon prices by 60 percent.

Most of you are too young to remember when Coors beer had limited distribution and Oregon had no availability, but Idaho did! So, those of us Oregonians enamored with Coors would drive to Idaho, buy cases of Coors and clandestinely return to Oregon so our friends could imbibe in that cult classic. Coors soon expanded their distribution footprint to include Oregon and our surreptitious trips were limited to the local grocery store to pick up a six- or 12-pack of Coors.

I give you this background because bacon is under siege in California and, like my late-night trips to Idaho, some youthful entrepreneurs may just start to make trips to Oregon or Nevada or Arizona to pick up their favorite bacon to bring pork back to those soon to be porcine-starved California citizens. I am being facetious, of course, but implementing California’s Proposition 12 may bring bacon sales, along with pork butts and chops, to a squealing halt beginning January 1, if the hogs — no matter where they were raised in the U.S. — were not done so according to the California law’s dictates.

Are there voices of reason somewhere in this debate or will it soon devolve into name-calling, as so many of us are wanting to do in this current political climate?

California has one-sixth of the U.S. population (and maybe a greater percentage of the nation’s fringe elements) but they have a sway in our current public affairs, as evidenced by Nancy Pelosi and Kevin McCarthy, both of somewhat different political persuasions who hail from California. It can, therefore, be surmised that diverse views are rampant in the California state legislature where opinion has devolved into laws that make little sense if you ever have had to toil in animal agriculture hoping for a profit somewhere down the line.

Because, you see, it is profit that allows this great country of ours to continue. I am not suggesting we shouldn’t have laws to rein in aberrant behavior, but laws must reflect reality. Does mandating animal-raising regulations anywhere for meat delivered and consumed in California cross the line or should we attempt to embrace them, or at least make them more sensible?

I think these California laws are precursors to our animal agriculture future. When you couple them with the plethora of alternative “meats” currently available with many more on the horizon, the future for those of us making our living on bringing live animals to their ultimate fruition as nutritious human food is threatened.

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In the bleating cacophony emanating from some plant-based and cell cultured startups, there is one that has proposed a transition from animal agriculture as we know it to a future of both animal agriculture and cell-cultured meat, and that is Aleph Farms, as espoused by its head of sustainability, Lee Recht, PhD. In a July, 2021 white paper, “An Inclusive Transition to a Sustainable and Resilient Meat Sector,” Dr. Recht lays out a reasonable alternative to the rabble surrounding those calling each other names.

Dr. Recht’s white paper is well worth an exploration and response to see if it is really a means to work toward a future that includes both animal agriculture traditionalists, cultured meat as well as those plant-based meat alternatives.

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THE EDGE OF COMMON SENSE

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hen you take a seat in the waiting room of a veterinary clinic, a feedlot office or an animal health store, you occasionally notice a body sitting there who looks out of place. They are often dressed in a more formal attire than most clientele. They may be doing their times (two times two is four, two times four is eight, etc…), they may be reading the 10-year-old copy of Progressive Recipes Magazine, or they could be annoying you…just killing time.

These dedicated people, who seem to take precedence over no one in the animal health food chain, are company reps. Salesmen armed to the teeth with research trials supporting their product, special offers to entice volume buying out of season, and lunch money. They are the mainstays of our continuing education.

They seem to exude a certain tension,

which is understandable…they have the the projector and screen, excusing himself job security of a smoke jumper. politely as his shadow darted across a rather A big part of their regular duties is pro- explicit slide of chronic suppurative pneuducer meetings. Some of these meetings monia. As John was soon to discover, he lay go well. Others…well, others prove that in the direct and only path to the restrooms. masochism builds character.

The wayfarer returned, tripping over the John works for an international pharma- projector cord, which gave everyone a ceutical company that offers products for moment’s respite from pulmonary use in livestock. He arranged with the contagion. manager of a good-sized feedlot to put on Just as John segued into injection site a meeting for the cowboys and vet crew abscesses, he was interrupted by the waitemployed therein. ress, who stepped into the spotlight and A local steak house was selected as an asked, “Who ordered the scotch and water?” appropriate location for the meeting.

Then, in the midst of his discussion on Supper and drinks were furnished as bait. rumen physiology, a group from the other A good crowd of 18 or 20 showed up for side of the room broke into song. It was the meeting.

“Happy Anniversary to you,” dedicated to a No separate room was available, but the couple celebrating 58 years of wedded maitre d’ had set up a single long table that bliss...”Happy anniversary…” “…methane…” ran the length of the room, wall to wall “…to yo-o-o-o-u-u-u…” “…is released along down the center of the dining area. John with…” “Yeah, yeah, applause…” “Scuse me, set his movie screen against the back wall I gotta go to the john…” “Sure” “Carbon at the end of the table. The slide projector dioxide” “Any questions?” “Yes, who sat in the middle of the table between the ordered the two whisky sours and the attentive cowboys.

Bud Light?”

John began his presentation. He started On the drive home, John commented to with lung diseases. Pictures of fulminating his boss, “All in all, it wasn’t too bad pluritis glared from the screen, attracting a meeting.” the attention of random diners. Presently, “Yeah,” the boss said, “But ya know, they an incidental customer walked between might’ve missed some of the details.”

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Clyde Allred 1924 - 2021

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lyde J Allred, 96, Thatcher, Arizona, died peacefully on July 7, 2021, in Mesa, Arizona. He was born on August 20, 1924, in Safford, Arizona and grew up on the family farm. Following high school graduation, he served in the military (Army and Navy) in the early 1940s. He then farmed for many years raising cotton, alfalfa, and grain along with horses and cattle both in Safford and Mesa, Arizona. He married Johnnie Jones in 1947 and they had two children, Alexa, and Clyde Jr. Clyde’s first rodeo event was at age 16 in Marfa, Texas with team tying, calf roping and wild cow milking. He was a founding member of the Cowboy’s Turtle Association, which led to the PRCA. Clyde took 1st place in roping at the Gila River Round Up in 1942 winning a $27.50 belt buckle and $40 cash for two days work. He earned the title of All-Around Cowboy at the Florence Prada in 1944 and 1945. He participated and placed in many rodeos throughout his adult life. He entered the calf roping at the Madison Square Garden 28th Annual Rodeo in New York in 1950. In 1986, he traveled to Colorado for the National Old Timers Rodeo Association at age 62 and won 2nd place in team roping. Clyde was honored as the Grand Marshall of the Prescott Frontier Days, “World’s Oldest Rodeo”, in Prescott, Arizona in 2019.

Clyde was involved in the horse racing industry for many years as a horse trainer, owner, and paddock judge. He was a State Racing Steward in Arizona for many years before retiring in 1983.

Clyde married Betty Johnson in 1976 and they enjoyed traveling, golf, playing cards, attending rodeo events, and cattle roundups. He was an avid quail hunter and enjoyed hunting deer and elk, and fishing.

Clyde is survived by his daughter, Alexa, and husband John; son, Clyde Jr, and wife, Sharon; four grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren.

an Agricultural Extension Agent in New Mexico. He retired in 1986 having served over 33 years at the university.

He served as an armored infantry and Chemical, Biological Radiological Warfare officer during the Korean War 1950-52 in the 2nd Armored Division in Germany. He was discharged from the army reserve in 1962 with the rank of Captain. life well lived.

He was born near Donna, Texas on a Major career interests were agricultural small truck farm, May 1, 1928 to Raymond policy, farm management, world food probEarl Dawson and Sarah Maud (McCon- lems and water needs, land use and naughey) Dawson. conservation for a growing world populaHe was raised in Woodson county tion. He loved agriculture and the farmers Kansas, and south central New Mexico. He and ranchers who he respected as the backmoved from Kansas to a farm near Cedar- bone of America. He was a member of the vale, New Mexico in 1939 and moved to Western and the American and the InternaTopeka in 1994. He married Marjorie Helen tional Agricultural Economics Associations, Davis of Hinesburg, Vermont in 1952. She American Farm Managers and Rural died in Topeka in 1996.

Appraisers Association, Kiwanis Club, Rotary He graduated from High school in Club, Masonic Lodge, and Toastmasters Corona in 1946, New Mexico A&M (now Club. He was a Council of Economic advisor New Mexico State University) 1950, Univer- to three New Mexico governors in agriculsity of Missouri 1955, and Cornell University tural and economic affairs. He authored with a PhD in Agricultural Economics 1958. and co-authored fifty agricultural economic He was a professor at NM State University publications. He did extensive public speak(formerly NMA&M). He was also Head of the ing in his career as an Agricultural Economist.

Department of Agricultural Economics and He was an active member and High Agricultural Business there for 20 years Priest of the Colly Creek Ward of the Church before retiring in 1986. He earlier served as of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. He

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served for time as a Temple Worker in the new St. Louis Temple when it opened and was interested in family history and genealogy.

He married Grace Evelyn Kathrens Schultz in March 2001. She died December 2011.

He is survived by a daughter Marian Elizabeth Dawson; and grandchildren Aubri Madeline Dawson, Sera Eden Dawson and Andrew Robert Dawson of Topeka; sister in law, Nadine Dawson in Las Cruces, NM, and many nephews and nieces.

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Carlos Jay Arviso 1965 - 2021

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Carlos passed July 27, 2021 at San Juan Regional Medical Center Farmington, New Mexico. He was of Nihoobaanii (Grey Ends People) clan and born for Tl’aashchi’i (Red Bottom people) clan.

Carlos retired from San Juan County Sheriff’s Office after 20 years of service.

During that time, he patrolled the County and was well known by the community for doing his duty while still being full of compassion. He was a field training officer that shared his knowledge with those beginning their career. After retirement, he followed his passions of ranching and the agriculture lifestyle.

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He’s survived by his wife Matilda, son Dwight (Dayna Largo) and daughter Ferrari Arviso. His grandchildren: Makayla Garcia; Jayden, Gunner, Beau and Abigail Arviso.

His parents Eugene Sr. and Arlene Arviso.

His brothers Eugene Jr., Jerrid and Garred Arviso. His sisters Eugena and Vicki Arviso.

His aunts and uncles, numerous cousins who he considered as his sisters and brothers. Rory, Michelle, and Chase Truby whom he considers his brothers and sister, as well.

Kenneth Allen Treadwell 1952 - 2021

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enneth Allen Treadwell, 69, a gentleman, cowboy, loving husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully at his home on July 8, 2021. Kenny fought CLL (chronic Leukemia) for 21 years.

He was born November 26, 1951, in Kerrville, Texas to Arvel and Muriel Treadwell.

His family moved to Deming, New Mexico when he was a young child. He graduated

from Deming High School then attended New Mexico State University where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in agriculture education.

Kenny married Merrianne May in December of 1972. They were blessed with two children, Russ in 1975 and Phil in 1976. He taught Vocational Agriculture for two years in Ft. Hancock, Texas and three years at Cobre High School in Bayard.

His family then moved to Deming where Kenny ranched and was a school bus contractor. Kenny spent lots of time with his sons, Russ and Phil. They enjoyed team roping, showing steers, hunting, fishing, snow skiing and competing in ranch rodeos.

Their team, Rainbow Ranch, had the honor of winning the WRCA World Champion Ranch Rodeo in 2005 and again in 2008 in Amarillo, Texas.

Kenny also made sure Russ and Phil learned about hard work as they tended chores on the ranch. Generosity with his time and gifts was a part of Kenny. He served on Fair Boards in several counties.

Assisting 4-H and FFA kids was his passion.

He especially liked helping and watching his granddaughters show their animals at various shows. Kenny attended the First United Methodist Church in Deming. He was a member of the New Mexico Cattle Growers and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Kenny’s great smile and kind heart will be forever missed by his family and friends.

He is survived by his wife, Merrianne of the home; two sons, Russ (Shannon) and Phil (Tami Jo) Treadwell both of Deming; four granddaughters, Starlyn (Ryan McCauley), Ashton, Shandi and Maison Treadwell; a great-grandson, Rhen McCauley; as well as a sister, Pat Purvis and brother, Dale Treadwell.

and graduated from N.M. A&M (NMSU) and while there fell in love twice. His first love was another Aggie, Mary Ruth Simpson, the second was flying. He pursued both, marrying Ruth and earning his private pilot’s license. During WWII he joined the Army Air Force, trained to be a B24 bomber pilot and he flew 35 missions over Germany, then ferried one of the B24’s home at the end of the war.

After the war he and Ruth bought a farm outside of Hatch and began their life. Ralph and Ruth had three children: Linda, Jim and Don. He started farming, growing his family and his farm together. They lived on the original farm in the same home for the rest of their lives. Their three children gave them nine grandchildren and 15 great-grandchildren soon to be 16, all of whom have made him proud.

He loved his family and he loved to farm and later ranch. He never learned to love to ride a horse but preferred to assist round up in his pickup with hay in the back, leading the way to headquarters. He let his kids round up the cattle, along with the helpers. Ralph would pick up the stray calves that got separated from their mothers along the way, and carry them safely to the corrals.

One of his greatest pleasures was to gather his family and friends at the family trailer on Caballo Lake and listen to the kids laugh and play, to eat good food and enjoy homemade ice cream. We will never know exactly how many kids he taught to water ski on that lake or how many hamburgers were cooked and eaten. We all have so many memories!

He built a great life – what a run! He will always be missed and in our hearts, but he was ready to go when God called his name, so the time came for all us to say “good bye” for the moment.

Marion Everett Stewart Jr. 1926 - 2021

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He was drafted into the US Army towards the end of WWII, he never saw conflict and was not in the Army for a long period of time. As soon as he was home he went to work with his father, building dirt tanks on the Navajo and Fort Apache reservations. It was during this time he reconnected with the woman he would marry, Beulah Hancock. They were married on October 31, 1947 by a Justice of the Peace in Tempe, AZ. They were later married in the Temple of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mesa, Arizona.

After they married, Everett and Beulah joined Everett’s father and mother in northern Arizona where they logged for the sawmill in Winslow, Arizona. From there they moved to Oklahoma to ranch and farm.

Beulah’s health got bad and they had to move back to the Valley. Everett built a feed

yard in Chandler for Producers Livestock. It was at this time he met and started working with Earl and Leroy Johnson. They became partners, forming Johnson-Stewart-Johnson Sand and Gravel where he worked until he retired.

However, retirement did not come to Everett easily. He bought a ranch in New Mexico and was partners in several other ranches in Arizona and New Mexico. He always loved to work with horses and competed in rodeos all his life. When Everett was in his 80s and slowing down a little, he started making horseshoe art and grow boxes for people.

During his lifetime, Everett helped create the Arizona Junior Rodeo Association, was a member of the Rodeo Cowboy Association (RCA) and the Arizona Rodeo Association and was also a member of the Businessmen’s Rodeo Association

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Everett will always be remembered as a hardworking, honest, and kind man who was always willing to help anyone in need and who never shied away from hard work.

He is survived by his children, Jimmy (Marianne) Stewart, Cathi (Rex) Lamoreaux, Linda (Darryl) Cogswell, Pamela (Les) Martineau and Patricia (Jay) Larson, Judy Mitchell, and one brother Lynn Stewart, 19 grandchildren, 46 great -grandchildren and one great, great-grandchild.

Linda Schultz

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n July 29th, 2021, Linda Schultz, 68, a dear sister, auntie, and friend, lost a short, but courageous battle with cancer.

Born on May 19, 1953 to John and Ruth (Tornow) Schultz. Linda spent her first few years in the Boistfort Valley with her parents, brother Thomas, and sister Susan before moving to Chehalis. Linda graduated from WF West High School in 1971. In high school, Linda joined the Future Farmers of America (FFA), where she was the first girl to wear jeans. She was also very active in 4-H and it made such an impact on her, that she chose to pursue a career in this field.

Linda attended Washington State University, graduating with a Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Education in 1975 and received her Masters degree in Vocational Education from Oregon State University in 1979. While in college, Linda participated in an International Youth Exchange in New Zealand, where she lived with several different families, some of which she stayed in contact with and was able to visit throughout the years. After New Zealand, Linda participated in the Young Agricultural Specialist Exchange Program (YASEP) in the U.S.S.R., which was funded by the International Harvester Corporation.

Linda worked as a 4-H Extension Agent in Washington, including in Kitsap, Grays Harbor, and Lewis counties. Linda eventually settled in Las Cruces, New Mexico where she worked as a Professor of Youth Development at New Mexico State University.

Traveling and learning about different cultures were other passions of Linda’s and when she retired in 2016, she made it her focus to take many trips with friends and loved ones. She sailed through the Greek Islands, slept in a castle in France, toured tombs and rode a camel in Egypt, swam like

a mermaid in the Sea of Galilee, and enjoyed seeing the beauty in the world, from Alaska to Amsterdam and Austria to the Italian Riviera. Linda visited her niece in Australia and cousins in Sweden, as well as many National Parks and Monuments. Kauai held a special place in Linda’s heart, and we can still picture her laughing and radiating positivity while sipping a martini on the lanai of her condo in Poipu.

Linda is survived by her sister Susan (Larry) Donaldson, niece Kirsten (Tim) Marwick, nephew Brandon (Shanna) Schultz, niece Sara (Leroy) Groeneweg, nephew Kyle (Karmen) Donaldson, as well as numerous cousins, great nieces, great nephews, and many close friends. Linda loved her family and friends dearly and she always made time to visit as many family members as she could each year, where she would insist on making Swedish pancakes and baking chocolate chip cookies.

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Gilbert was born July 28, 1999 in Silver City to Elfigo and Lisa (Lopez) Graham. He graduated from Animas High School and was currently working in construction in the Safford area.

He is survived by his parents, Elfigo and Lisa Graham of Animas; his companion Chantal Hardwick, Safford, Arizona; brother Elfigo Graham Jr., Windmill, New Mexico; sisters Cassandra Graham, Windmill; and Amy Martinez, Albuquerque; grandparents, Olga Estrada, Porfirio and Olga Lopez and great grandfather Arturo Estrada.

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Beef Industry: Cost Pressure, Rising Cattle Prices & Argentine Restrictions Impact Global Market Source: Rabobank

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Argentina’s restrictions have a global impact on beef trade In June, the Argentine government

implemented a system to restrict beef exports and raise the domestic beef supply.

This measure came after a 30-day suspension of beef shipments in May. New quotas now limit Argentine beef exports to 50 percent of the average monthly volume exported from July to December 2020. “As Argentina was the fifth-largest beef exporter in 2020 and the second-largest supplier to China, this cut in export volumes has the potential to significantly impact global beef trade,” explains Angus Gidley-Baird, Senior Analyst – Animal Protein at Rabobank.

The first deadline for review is at the end of August, with the possibility of an extension until December. Rabobank understands that the new export system is unlikely to end in August, although it is possible that some aspects of the restrictions could be eased, particularly exports to China and Israel – the biggest export markets.

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Brazilian beef exports to China improved significantly in June and July. Brazilian exports in June (82,000 metric tons) increased 22 percent compared to May, and in July they saw another increase of 11 percent, reaching 91,000 metric tons, the highest volume this year.

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On August 16, the Argentine government said they would allow an additional quota of 3,500 metric tons per month to Israel.

“There are several possible scenarios when projecting Argentine beef exports.

But what we believe is most likely to happen is that there will be a 50 percent reduction in export volumes, according to the respective month of the previous year, to all destinations, with the exception of sales to China – resumed in September – and quotas to identified countries, until December 2021. In this way, they would meet the main demands of the production sector and raise the availability of beef in the domestic market, dropping exports by only 9.5 percent, compared to 2020,” says Gidley-Baird.

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n an effort to improve the livestock disaster assistance programs to better meet the needs of producers facing severe drought and other natural disasters, Senator John Hoeven, R-North Dakota, and Senator Jon Tester, D-Montana., introduced the Livestock Disaster Relief Act to improve the Livestock Forage Program and Emergency Livestock Assistance Program.

“Our livestock producers are facing real challenges during this drought,” says Hoeven, who also serves as the ranking member of the subcommittee on agricultural appropriations. “Our bipartisan legislation makes common sense improvements to the Livestock Forage and Emergency Livestock Assistance Programs to better meet the needs on the ground.

Our ranchers are really up against it and this bipartisan legislation is about doing all we can to help them through this severe weather.”

Specifically, the legislation better aligns coverage between the Livestock Forage Program and Emergency Livestock Assistance Program; increases producer assistance under LFP to more accurately compensate them for feed costs; specifies transportation costs for feed and water as covered losses under ELAP; and makes these program improvements permanent.

“We are experiencing a devastating drought that has touched every corner of Montana and put a real hurt on livestock producers in our state,” adds Tester. “This bipartisan bill will beef up critical livestock disaster programs, providing additional certainty so Montana ranchers can weather this year’s drought and emerge whole on the other side of this crisis.”

This legislation follows Hoeven’s efforts to help farmers and ranchers weather the severe drought conditions impacting much of the state. This includes the disaster assistance in the Senate’s Fiscal Year 22 Agriculture Appropriations Bill, which was approved by the Senate Appropriations Committee in early August.

Hoeven met with North Dakota farmers and ranchers to outline his efforts to advance both immediate and long-term assistance to help farmers and ranchers weather the severe drought conditions impacting the state.

Specifically, the Senate’s appropriations bill includes $6.28 billion in disaster assis-

tance to aid producers who suffered losses due to droughts, hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other qualifying disasters. The funding will extend the Wildfire and Hurricane Indemnity Program Plus to cover losses in calendar years 2020 and 2021.

The Senate’s bill also includes $750 million for livestock producers for losses incurred during 2021 due to drought or wildfire. This disaster assistance will build on top of existing farm bill programs for livestock producers.

Hoeven also helped secure emergency procedures and new flexibilities from the Risk Management Agency for crop insurance providers to help ensure quick and fair adjustments and payments to producers.

Hoeven pressed for this flexibility during his recent drought tour with RMA Acting Administrator Richard Flournoy, and it comes as part of the senator’s efforts to help producers weather severe drought conditions in North Dakota.

“Providing flexibility to farmers when utilizing cover crops, which provide an additional source of feed for livestock producers,” a statement from Hoeven’s office explains.

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he Agricultural Marketing Service has issued new guidance, in the form of frequently asked questions (FAQs), that offers insight into how USDA intends to enforce the Packers and Stockyards Act (PSA) under the Biden administration.

The FAQs follow the administration’s issuance of a final rule and more recent series of executive orders aimed at increasing competition in the U.S. economy, including one promising new rules under the PSA that primarily would make it easier for farmers to sue packers for giving “undue or unreasonable preference” to other farmers.

In June, USDA said specifically it would propose three new rules to beef up the PSA. One would strengthen the agency’s enforcement on undue preferences; one would propose a new poultry grower tournament system; and one would make it easier for the agency to bring enforcement actions. The FAQs are intended to offer guidance while the agency works on the new rulemakings.

In addition to explaining the Biden administration’s general policy direction, the FAQs lay out industry-specific circumstances for how USDA will address complaints in the poultry, cattle and hog markets.

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American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall Tours US/ Mexico Border in NM

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rompted by increasingly dangerous conditions along the southern border, American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall recently toured farms and ranches along the New Mexico and Texas international boundaries with Mexico.

There he visited with Farm Bureau member-families who are experiencing the effects of migrant traffic daily.

After visiting Texas, President Duvall went to the Johnson Ranch, which runs for eight miles along the border. It’s also where construction on the wall stopped, leaving a patchwork of Normandy barriers and a five-strand barbed wire fence, which the Johnson’s are tasked with maintaining. The lack of secure border has dire ramifications for the Johnsons.

“When we come home we don’t just pile out or start unloading the groceries,” says Russell Johnson. “Before I let my family out of the truck I go room to room in the house to make sure no one is there, and the same with the barns. We’ve come home to people in our yard asking for water, food and a phone so they can call their pickup person.

We have video of them trespassing in our yard, knocking on our door and turning on the water in our yard to fill their bottles.

They hide in our outbuildings waiting for their ride or worse, break the floats off of our water troughs which leaves 25,000 gallons of water to run on the desert floor, completely draining our system.”

Brandy, his wife, says “We don’t let the kids play in the yard by themselves during the day and we don’t leave a light on around our yard or in the barn at night for fear it will create a beacon.”

Border patrol agents present during the tour noted that the 178,416 apprehensions recorded along the border in June was the highest monthly total reported by the US Customs and Border Protection since early 2000. They also stated that over 400 people a day are being flown from the Rio Grande Valley sector to the El Paso sector to alleviate overcrowding. This creates an agent shortage in the field from Ft. Hancocock, Texas to New Mexico’s state line with Arizona as agents are required to aid in paperwork completion.

AFBF President Zippy Duvall listened during a roundtable as farmers and ranchers from southern New Mexico and Arizona shared their experiences of living and

working along the border. While everyone told stories of fearing for the safety of their family and the rampant property damage of the hundreds of migrants passing through the area, some had more frightening stories. Such as the kidnapping of an employee, or the how brothers were held at gun point as their truck was stolen, or of riding horseback alone gathering cattle and encountering men in camo with large backpacks sheltered in the bushes.

“It’s a humanitarian crisis on both sides of the border,” says Craig Ogden, President of the New Mexico Farm & Livestock Bureau.

“Not only is the situation causing fear for our border residents and their children but some border crossers have perished on their trek into this country.”

Chad Smith, NMF&LB CEO says “In addition to security issues, we heard how the increased traffic has reduced land values.

So even if these ranchers wanted to sell land that has been in their families for generations, they can’t sell it for what it was worth even five years ago.”

Duvall vowed to pass their stories along to the administration saying “We need help, citizens of this country need to be protected. I can’t promise you I can make anything happen, but I can promise you your voice will be heard.”

(L-R) Luna County FLB President and area rancher Russell Johnson explains how the increase in border traffic is affecting his family and ranch. In the background is the end of the wall where it reverts to Normandy barriers, before eventually transitioning to a barbed wire fence. On the tour was NMF&LB President Chad Smith, AFBF President Zippy Duvall, Russell’s father Joe Johnson and NMFLB President Craig Ogden.

The American Farm Bureau Federation joined all 50 state Farm Bureaus and Puerto Rico Farm Bureau in sending a letter in early June urging the Biden administration to address the surge of undocumented immigrants entering the United States. The letter was sent to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Interior Secretary Deb Haaland.

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he New Mexico Livestock Board is performing scrapie surveillance testing on sheep between 1.5-5 years of age that meet the genetic profile (black-faced/ mottle-faced meat sheep and their crosses) at NO COST to the producer. Sampling consists of drawing blood and performing a biopsy. New Mexico is a scrapie-free state, but needs to test to maintain its scrapie-free status.

If interested contact the New Mexico Livestock Board at 505/841-6161 or email Dr. Alexandra Eckhoff at alexandra.eckhoff@ state.nm.us.

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he New Mexico Livestock Board (NMLB) wants to assist with ease of inspection for legal movement and sale. In order to do so, the NMLB reminds New Mexico livestock producers what qualifies as legal livestock ownership based upon New Mexico brand laws. Pursuant to 77-9-5 NMSA 1978, evidence of livestock ownership is based upon the presence of a “peeled” brand unless otherwise allowed by law.

In order to help protect the livestock industry, the NMLB is enforcing the provision of a “peeled” brand on a more consistent basis.

At this time, the NMLB is providing notice to New Mexico producers regarding what has been determined to be a lawful peeled brand. Please see the applicable branding practices and New Mexico state statutes below.

Taking necessary steps to ensure livestock is exhibiting legal ownership brands will assist the NMLB when performing inspections and will help ensure livestock continues to be transported and sold timely and legally across our state.

The NMLB is here to serve the producers of New Mexico and will gladly answer any questions regarding the livestock code. Please contact: New Mexico Livestock Board 2105 Osuna Rd NE, South Building Albuquerque, NM 87113 Phone: (505) 841-6161 Fax: (505) 841-6160 Entry Permit Line: (800) 432-6889 www.nmlbonline.com

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lear your calendars, because AG Day is back on Saturday, Sept. 25. The New Mexico Department of Agriculture (NMDA) and the New Mexico State University (NMSU) College of Agriculture, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) are teaming up to host the eighth edition of AG Day, and the community is invited to attend.

The street festival is a family-friendly event that welcomes those of all ages. AG Day will begin at 2 p.m. in the Pan American Center south parking lot near Aggie Memorial Stadium and continue until 6 p.m. The event immediately precedes the NMSU Aggies vs. Hawaii Rainbow Warriors homecoming football game. AG Day is open to the public and completely free of charge.

AG Day is a celebration of the agriculture industry in New Mexico and is held to boost understanding of the industry and help educate the public about what agriculture looks like in the Land of Enchantment. The popular festival has turned into a trademark event within the community in the last several years, and many associate it with the communal, energetic atmosphere that

NMSU homecoming events spark.

“AG Day has turned into a popular tradition for the agriculture community to share experiences with the general public while enhancing the tailgate experience of Aggie football,” said New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte. “The event has grown every year, and as we bring it back this year, we know the public will enjoy the best of what our agriculture producers grow, and experience an opportunity to learn more about one of New Mexico’s leading, foundational economic drivers. Most importantly, we want the public to also have FUN prior to rooting on the Aggies to a homecoming victory on the field!”

The collaboration between NMDA and the NMSU College of ACES is a fruitful partnership that ensures that the AG Day celebration is as impactful as possible. Celebrating the agriculture industry properly is a festivity that has been sorely missed by many, says College of ACES Dean Rolando A. Flores.

“We are delighted to retake our tradition to celebrate agriculture and all that this magic word represents,” said Dean Flores.

“Agriculture is not only our source of food, but a tradition that has spanned generations in New Mexico. AG Day will provide the opportunity for Las Cruces to join in a day of festivities, learning and multiple activities. It is great to be back and celebrate agriculture in its true meaning.”

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Nonprofit organizations, as well as NMSU clubs and organizations, are encouraged to register for an AG Day booth. For registration info, visit www.nmda.nmsu.edu/ ag-day For more info blarranaga@nmda.nmsu.edu or 575/646-1864

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Attendees can expect to interact with dozens of educational and informational booths at the event, all representing various organizations, groups and other agricultural entities from across New Mexico. AG Day also includes live music, games, prizes, farm animals, and samples of New Mexico made and grown food products.

Multiple organizations and entities rally together to make AG Day as fulfilling of an experience as possible for the community.

Dina Chacón-Reitzel, New Mexico Beef Council Executive Director, said the event is a perfect way for families to celebrate homecoming weekend.

“The New Mexico Beef Council is excited to sponsor and participate in AG Day during homecoming weekend,” said Chacón-Reitzel. “AG Day gives New Mexico agriculture producers and organizations the opportunity to celebrate the importance of agriculture with the student body, alumni and the community prior to the football game. Exhibit booths provide samples of New Mexico grown agriculture products and fun activities for families to get out and enjoy. NMSU is the state’s land-grant university, so it is fitting that agriculture be a prominent part of the Aggies’ biggest day of the year. Go Aggies!”

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HIGDON RANCH – 2,400 Acres – Torrance County – $1,800,000 This property is movein ready and equipped to run livestock.

DOG HOUSE RANCH – 600 Acres – Rio Arriba County – $1,350,000 Dog House Ranch is a sportsman’s paradise and a yearround destination for your entire family.

DUNCAN RANCH – 940 Acres – Santa Fe County – $1,034,000 Duncan Ranch is a nice 940-acre property that is part of a larger ranch being offered in 3 parcels.

2 CANYONS END – 10 Acres – Rio Arriba County – $700,000 2 Canyons End is fully furnished and ready to go. Situated in the gated community of Ticonderoga on 10 acres.

FINNEY RANCH – 640 Acres – McKinley County – $399,900 One of the best small ranches you will find in New Mexico. Spectacular scenery must be seen to be appreciated.

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■ CEDARVALE, NM – 6,961 acre ranch (5,000 ac. +/- Deeded – 1,961 ac. +/- State Lease) well fenced & watered w/good pens, new barn.

■ TEXAS PANHANDLE – Let’s look at this 6,000 hd. permitted feedyard w/953 ac. +/-, a recently remodeled owner’s home, 2 residences for employee housing, addtl. home on 6 ac., 5 pivot sprinkler irr. circles, truck scale, cattle scale, excellent perimeter fencing, located on pavement & all weather road, currently in full operation.

■ SIGNIFICANT PRICE REDUCTION! RIMROCK RANCH - BUEYEROS, NM – 14,993.49 total acres +/- (12,157.49 deeded acres +/-, 2,836 +/- New Mexico State Lease).

Live water with five miles of scenic Ute Creek.

Elk, deer and antelope to go along with a good cattle ranch!

■ ALAMOSA CREEK RANCH – Roosevelt Co., NM – 14,982 +/- acres (10,982 ac. +/- deeded, 4,000 ac. +/- State Lease). Good cow ranch in Eastern NM excellent access via US 60 frontage between Clovis and Fort Sumner. Alamosa creek crosses through the heart of the gently rolling grassland.

■ SARGENT CANYON RANCH (Chaves/Otero Co.) – 18,460 +/- ac. - 200 +/- deeded, 2,580 +/- State, 11,200 +/- BLM, 4,480 +/- Forest permitted for 380 AUs year-round, well watered, good headquarters, very nice updated home, excellent pens & out buildings. Scenic ranch!

■ PRICE REDUCED! DRY CIMARRON RANCH – Union Co., NM – 1,571 ac.+/- of grassland on the dry Cimarron River, located on pvmt. near Kenton, OK just under the Black Mesa.

■ SUPER OPPORTUNITY! One of the best steak houses in the nation just out of Amarillo & Canyon at Umbarger, TX., state-of-the-art bldg., turn-key w/ complete facilities in full operation at this time.

■ STRONG WATER! Baca Co., CO – 640 ac. +/w/three pivot sprinklers & three irrigation well all tied together w/underground pipe, fourth quarter in native grass permitted for irrigation according to owner.

■ EAST EDGE OF FT. SUMNER, NM – a 900 hd. grow yard w/immaculate 7.32 ac. +/-, a beautiful home, & other improvements w/a long line of equipment included, on pvmt.

■ CASTRO CO, TX. – some of the strongest water in the area, 1,280 ac. +/- w/two half-mile sprinklers & six irrigation wells, on pvmt., prime farming country.

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DATIL, Herrington Canyon Road Access, Two tracts, acres $32,000, 44 acres. $32,000 FENCE LAKE, 295 Pine Hill Road, 60 acres with over 2300 sq. ft. log home, corral, outbuildings. $265,000 SAN ANTONIO, Zanja Road, 4.66 acres farmland w/ Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District water rights. $69,000

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Perfect for a new home site, hunting or grazing. $85,000 PIE TOWN, Goat Ranch Road Access, South of Wild Horse Ranch Subdivision. 20 acres. $16,000, 40 acres. $32,000. Beautiful views.

PIE TOWN, TBD State Road 603. PRICE REDUCED. 48.4 acres of beautiful wooded land with spectacular views. Area cleared in corner for homesite. Fenced. $120,000 RIBERA, 340 CR B41E 32.6 acres with 3bd/2ba home on Pecos River, Hay Barn and outbuildings. Just over 20 acres in alfalfa and grass hay production. $695,000

Paul Stout, Broker

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CALDWELL RANCH PRICE REDUCED First time offering of the Caldwell Ranch comprised of a

two noncontiguous tracts of native grass rangeland separated by lands belonging to other ownership. Located approximately 20 miles northwest of the small community of Elida, New Mexico in northeast Chaves County.

The two tracts are approximately 2.5 miles apart as the crow flies. Access to both tracts is good by maintained Chaves County Roadways. The north tract, referred to as the Cothern Place, is comprised of approximately 2,500 ± deeded acres that is partially fenced with one well. The south tract, referred to as the Rippee Place, is comprised of approximately 4,700 deeded acres and 640 State Lease fenced into three pastures, watered by two wells and pipelines. The two tracts are approximately 2.5 miles apart. Excellent year around cow country.

Grazing capacity is estimated to be 130 AUYL. Priced at $370 $345 per deeded acre; $2,484,000.

COWBOY DRAW RANCH

Excellent cattle ranch located in southeastern NM approximately 50 miles northwest of Roswell on the Chaves/Lincoln County line. 7,455 total acres with 2,600 deeded. 150 AU capacity. Livestock water is provided two wells; one electric submersible, one solar well with considerable water pipeline scattered throughout the ranch. Fenced into three larger pastures and two smaller holding traps.

Several large, open draws run through the ranch providing excellent overflow areas. Terrain is open and rolling.

Good turf cover. Had a good rain recently, all draws ran big. Come take a look. Not many like this on today’s market.

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

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■ RAINBOW WASH NORTH RANCH: 17 section cattle ranch located north of Animas, New Mexico in the Pyramid Mountains, w/an even balance of mountain country & flat country 11,636± total acres, 640± deeded land, 3477± state land 7266± acres of blm, house remodeled in 2018 new metal roof & windows, w/beautiful views of the Animas Valley to the Peloncillo Mountains and the Chiricahua Mountains in Arizona. Three wells, 112 AYL. Priced at $1,000,000 ■ CEDAR www.BrownfieldRanchandFarmProperties.com GROVE RANCH: 37 section cattle ranch, KEITH BROWNFIELD, Associate Broker, GRI Deming, NM. 23,714± total acres, 1280± acres deeded brownfieldkeith@gmail.com land, 2632± acres NMSteinborn state land, 19,802± acres blm, BHGRE & Associates 141 Roadrunner Pkwy., storage Ste 141 Las with Cruces,an NM excellent 88011 200,250± gallons of water water 575/522-3698 RANCH & FARM system, the pipelines are twenty years old or less, seven solar wells, 333 AYL,PROPERTIES 6± horses. Two houses, 100x40 metal (575) shed, two metal barns, plus640-9395 shop. Priced at $2,900,000 ■ PECAN ORCHARD / ALFALFA FARM — 12965 DELPHINE ROAD — DEMING, NEW MEXICO: 63± total acres, site-built home, refrig air and evap cooling, 30’x40’ Mueller barn with 220 electricity, metal sided wood frame shop, irrigation well with filter station, pecan trees are on a total of 25± acres planted in three separate cells, watered by a sprinkler system, pecan trees age range from 30 years old, 10 years old and 7 years old with 10± acres in alfalfa, watered by drip irrigation, plus additional pasture land that is fenced in. Priced to sell: $635,000

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NEW LISTING! Stud Horse Ranch – The Horse Stud Ranch located just west of Ash Fork, Arizona is a working cattle ranch consisting of a total of 44 acres of deeded acres and 7 sections of deeded grazing rights and mineral rights on adverse private properties. With a grazing capacity of 56 cattle year long the Stud Horse Ranch makes for a great starter ranch, bull pasture or weaning pasture. Its gentle topography, good feed, plentiful water and easy access to I-40 make it the ideal small ranch. Improvements include a 1,600 sq. ft. manufactured home, corrals, fencing and dirt tanks. Cattle are available through private treaty. Offered at $650,000 Heller Horse Property – Congress, AZ This property is large enough to accomodate two families. Just 30 minutes from Wickenburg, Arizona “the Roping Capital of the World”.

Sitting on 13+ acres adjacent to State Land, is a main home, a guest casita, two barns, two bunkhouses, a 15’ x 225’ roping arena, a cutting pen (or turn out) and 61’ round pen.

Additional income options are never ending in this property. Offered at $795,000 NEW LISTING! Witch Well Ranch – St. John’s, AZ The Witch Well Ranch is a working cattle ranch consisting of a total of +/- 23,985 acres of deeded, state lease, and private lands with a grazing capacity of 266 CYL. Its gentle topography, good feed, plentiful water and easy access make it the ideal cattleman’s ranch. The Witch Well Ranch is located north of St. John’s, Arizona. Access is provided by Highway 191. Many small dirt roads provide excellent access to the interior of the ranch. Cattle are included in the sale.The ranch is perimeter fenced with two main pastures and two traps. There are five main wells equipped with Grundfos pumps. Three pumps are solar and one is run by a generator. Additional seasonal catchments provide additional water sources. The improvements include perimeter fencing, dirt tanks, water storage tanks, livestock drinkers, and working corrals. Topography is tree covered gentle, rolling hills, ridges and open valleys. Offered at $2,150,000.

REDUCED! Sierra Azul Ranch – Hatch, NM The Sierra Azul Ranch is located in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. This nice little ranch has been in the same family for over 50 years. The ranch runs 52 CYL and 2 horses on two sections of state land with over four sections of BLM and 520 deeded acres. The deeded land includes a beautiful 160 acre inholding with water and solitude. Good little ranch with good water, great feed throughout the rolling hills and canyons. With locked access and land-owner hunt permits, the ranch presents an excellent Mule Deer hunting opportunity. Offered at $875,000 !Pineveta Ranch – Ash Fork, AZ The Pineveta Ranch is a working cattle ranch consisting of a total of +/- 23,680 acres of deeded, state lease, and private lands with a grazing capacity of 300+ cattle. The acreage includes +/- 483.64 deeded acres; 5,640.27 acres of ASLD Lease; and 17,556 acres of deeded grazing and mineral rights on adverse private properties. Gentle country, good feed, good water and excellent access to this one pencils out. Cattle are available through private treaty. Offered at $1,800,000

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!Bottle Ranch – Dewey, AZ The Bottle Ranch comprises 26, 300 acres of the Bottle Allotment in the Prescott National Forest. The carrying capacity is 220 CYL with 100 head of cross-bred cattle conveyed with the sale. Offered for the first time in over 40 years, the Bottle Ranch is a great addition to an ongoing operation or the perfect starter ranch.

Offered at $760,000

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!Middle Prong Ranch – SECLUSION, PRIVACY, SECURITY and SELF-SUSTAINING, this turnkey homestead/ranch is located in a remote area of Eastern Arizona. The 40+/- acre deeded inholding is in the heart of the Apache Sitgreaves National Forest. The headquarters includes a three bedroom, two bath house, 10’x12’ greenhouse, carport/machine shed, shop, walk-in box/cooler, 20’ cargo container for storage, and barn with a tack room. Ten acres can be cultivated as well as 3 potential helicopter pads for quick access by air. A gravel airstrip is nearby. Middle Prong Creek is seasonal and runs approximately 100 feet from the house where it then flows into Eagle Creek. The property contains 3 wells with registered water rights. This ranch is located in the popular Arizona game management hunt unit 27. This remote property offers an excellent opportunity to base a hunting operation. Elk, deer (mule deer & white-tail), turkey, bear, lions, javelina and small game are plentiful. Record-book

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animals were recently taken on the surrounding USFS land making this hunt unit increasingly popular. Offered at $625,000 !Heartz Ranch – Winslow, AZ Northern Arizona working cattle ranch with gentle terrain, good grass and easy access. This ranch runs 300 plus CYL with weaned calves at heavy weights. There is +/- 1,897.35 deeded acres, a two bedroom home, corrals, scales, numerous wells, windmills and dirt tanks this one is priced right.

Offered at $2,300,000

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Baker Property – Deming, NM The historic Baker Property is located seven miles west of Deming, New Mexico north of I-10 and south of the prominent Black Mountain. This property consists of 2,666 +/- deeded acres. Full private access to every part of the ranch is made with ease due to its gentle terrain. This unique property lends itself to multiple uses with a unique setting for farming, an equine facility, and solar energy production. Close to the comforts of town, but secluded from town life. Offered at $1,999,500

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NEW LISTING! Deep Creek Homestead – Glenwood, NM The Deep Creek Homestead is nestled in the beautiful Gila Forest with a live year-round creek running through the property. With 60 deeded acres surrounded by the Gila National Forest this would make the perfect gentleman’s ranch or base for an outfitter’s operation. Located in hunting unit 16A known for its incredible elk hunting. With corrals, a barn and a shallow well and 3 acres of certificated water rights on property and wildlife in abundance - this ranch would be perfect for an outfitter operation. Offered at $675,000 !Judd Ranch – Alpine, AZ The historic Judd Ranch located in the beautiful mountain community of Alpine, Arizona consists of 208 +/- gorgeous acres bordering the ApacheSitgreaves National Forest Alpine, Arizona is full of clean mountain air and abundant wildlife. There are six cabins nestled into the pines along the historic Coronado Trail. The property includes the unique feature of Judd Lake on the San Francisco River. With 150 acre feet irrigation rights and open meadows surrounded by tall Ponderosa Pines, this property has abundant investment possibilities or just a beautiful mountain home. The ranch has been used by the Judd family since the 1800s and has historically run 100 head seasonally from May to October. Offered at $3,850,000

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Bar S Ranch – Wikeup, AZ The Bar S Ranch is located in west-central Arizona. With over 3,300 deeded acres and 152,655 total BLM and State Grazing this ranch runs 445 CYL plus large ephemeral increases. Three homes, barn, corrals and equipment make this ranch a large outfit that is well watered and maintained. Offered at $5,950,000

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REDUCED! F Bar Farm, Taylor, AZ. The F Bar Farm is a 330+/- acre parcel located on the outskirts of Taylor, Arizona in Navajo County. The parcel contains 2 irrigation wells and 3 stock water wells which have serviced 150 acres of irrigated land. Three phase electric power is at the well heads. With shallow water and good soil, this farm sitting at 5,700 feet in elevation provides a cost-effective opportunity for growing hemp, pasture grass, alfalfa, corn or other cash crops. Alternatively, its excellent building sites and proximity to town also make this the perfect opportunity for a beautiful gentleman’s ranch with irrigated pastures and great views. Offered at $1,440,000 !Elk Springs Ranch – Northern Arizona Operating cattle ranch including 222 head adult cattle located in Central Arizona. The Elk Springs Ranch combines mild winter grazing in the Paulden/Chino Valley area with summer grazing in the plentiful mountain grass meadows north of Parks, Arizona. Deeded acreage securing the permits is located in Paulden and Valle, Arizona. A combination of USFS grazing permits on the Prescott and Kaibab National Forests, authorize the grazing of 262 CYL on the Elk Springs Ranch. The USFS Forest grazing permits exist on two separate National Forests. The Spitz Hill, Elk Springs and Dog Knobs Allotments are the summer pastures in the Kaibab National Forest. Sale includes 211 mother cows and 11 bulls currently located on the ranch. Offered at $1,350,000

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CONCHAS LAKE RANCH: Located southwest of Conchas Dam near Tucumcari, NM. 7,172-acre ranch w/4,864 deeded acre base includes NM & BLM grazing leases. Has been used as mother cow operation or yearlings.

Lush & green right now, come take a look. Asking $450 per acre WILLARD, NM: Located in the true heart of New Mexico are ~2 sections of deeded pastures w/submersible well, pipeline drinker(s), perimeter fences & mostly open gramma pastures. North of Corona & south of Willard off Hwy 42. Priced at $660,000 DEMING, NM: Clabbertop Road 268 acres deeded land for sale, has airstrip & oversize metal hanger, cold water well & power w/septic tank & 3 RV pads w/septic! RV/Park location? Located 10 miles west of town off I-10 frontage road. Asking $339,900 obo VILLANUEVA, NM: 87 deeded acres off CR B29A. 3 lots available. 100 gpm shared well with power & fencing. Priced at $142,500. Buy one or all.

Located right on CR B29A. CR 4JK, DILIA, NM: 11-acre farm has ~4 + ac. ft. of ditch rights. Live on one side, farm the other. Community water meter onsite, electric meter loop, nice views, owner ready to sell. List Price is $89,000

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Priced at $94,500 SOUTHERN SANTA FE COUNTY: Calle Victoriano & Buckboard Rd parcels have 80 acres w/power for $89,000 & 640 acres w/water well & power for $480,000. Both can be subdivided.

PEÑA CANYON: runs right thru the middle of 540 acres located just north of Villanueva, NM. Grassy mesa tops, huge rocky canyon bottom, side canyons, off the grid w/pinon & cedar tree cover & some tall pines.

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RATON RATON MILLION MILLION DOLLAR DOLLAR VIEW, Colfax ColfaxCounty, County, NM. NM. 97.68 97.68 +/- deeded ed acres acres inin 22 parcels parcels with with excellent home, home,big big shop, shop, wildlife, wildlife, a true million liondollar dollarview viewatatthe theend end of a private road. road.$489,000. $489,000.

MIAMI MIAMI 40 40 ACRES, ACRES, Colfax Colfax County, NM. NM.Private Private22bedroom bedroom getaway getaway with elevated elevated fantastic fantastic view, view, nice porch, little littlecasita, casita,irrigation irrigation and and pole barn.

Extremely Extremelyprivate privatesetting. setting.$450,000.

Suit cattle operation, operation,with withsome somewildwildlife drawn to to water water holes holes inin creek. creek. $617,000 UTE PARK RIVER RIVERPLACE PLACE6.83 6.83+/+/ACRES, 450 +/+/-feet feetofofthe theCimarron Cimarron River and more morethan thanthat thatofofUte UteCreek Creek are the south south and and east east boundaries boundaries of this unique unique one one ofof aa kind kind water water property. 2 bedroom bedroom 11 bathroom bathroom cabin, year round round access access off off Hwy Hwy64.

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EAGLE NEST NEST ESCAPE, ESCAPE, Colfax Colfax County, NM. NM. 78.42± 78.42± deeded deeded acres acres in off HWY 64 64 overlooking overlookingEagle EagleNest Nest Lake, private private pond, pond, two two elk elk tags, tags, 33 bedroom home home with with and andlarge largeshop shop garage able toto store store your your RV RV and and COLMOR-OCATE COLMOR-OCATE CREEK, CREEK, Colfax big toys. Improvements Improvements almost almost half half and andMora MoraCounty, County,NM NM 853 853 +/- deed- a mile off highway. highway. Truly Truly an an escape. escape. ed edacres acressplit splitby byI25 I25and and Ocate Creek. $795,000 MIAMI MIAMI 55.89 55.89 ACRES, ACRES, Colfax County, County,NM. NM.Remodeled Remodeled adobe, awesome someshop, shop,out out buildings, buildings, long road frontage, frontage, private private fishing fishing in Miami Lake.

Lake.Amazing Amazingporch porchview. view.$400,000.

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RODEO FARM, RODEO NM — 470 Acre total w/267 acres irrigated. Two homes. Farm has not been in production for many years. All improvements are in need of attention.

Priced @$300,000

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TYLER RANCH/FARM — York Az, 544 deeded with 173 irrigated, along with 14,000 state and Blm lease land. 300 head mother cows yearlong. Priced @$2,300,000

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SMITH DRAW, SEPAR, NM — 7760 deeded, 11,275 State, 2560 BLM runs 300 head yearlong. Good strong country nice improvements. Priced @$3,100,000

*REDUCED* 2,373+/- Acre Farm, Animas, NM – Custom 2560 +/s.f. home built in 2008. 20-Acre pivot, 40’ x 60’ shop, 40’ x 50’ hay barn, fruit trees, chicken coop, garden area. Pivot produced 9.5 tons/ ac of alfalfa in 2020. 300 gpm well.

5 pastures with water piped to 2 storage tanks and drinkers in all pastures.

Historically has run 40 head of cattle yearlong. $1.3M *NEW* 240+/- Acre Farm, McNeal, AZ – 76 Ac cultivated farm ground irrigated by two pivots and flood irrigation. Currently planted in permanent pasture and runs 80 head of cattle. Nice 3 BR home, garage, workshop, green house, guest house, large barns, large run-in shed for horses, hay barn, gardens, 3 wells. $1.1M

*SOLD* 68+/- Head Three Brothers Ranch, Tombstone, AZ – Good starter or retirement ranch in the San Pedro River valley with sweeping views, good access, grass, browse and water. 320+/- ac. deeded, 5,403+/- ac. State lease, 2,961+/ac. BLM permit. Easy terrain with access from Hwy 82 and Tombstone.

3 wells, 2 storage tanks with drinkers, 2 dirt tanks, set of wood & wire corrals. Adjoins Orduno Draw Ranch also offered by Stockmen’s Realty, LLC. $600,000

SOLD

*SOLD* 36+/- Head Chico Ranch, Duncan, AZ – Small scenic desert ranch in the Gila Valley in Greenlee County, AZ. 953+/- acres of deeded and 3,110+/- Acres of AZ State Grazing Lease. One well with a pipeline to 3 steel storage tanks and 6 drinkers. Railroad tie corrals located with easy access to Highway 70. $450,000

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*NEW* 120 +/- Acres of Farm Ground, Willcox, AZ – Located NW of Willcox in a good groundwater area. Center pivot. $390,000 Call Harry Owens *SOLD* 30+/- Head Orduno Draw Ranch,Tombstone, AZ – An excellent value! Small desert ranch in the San Pedro Valley of Cochise County, Arizona. 320+/- ac. deeded, 2,780+/ac. State lease, and 560+/- ac. BLM Allotment. $240,000

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venue. The Territorial, two-story 4 BR, 4.5 BA main home has 4,110 s.f., & custom features throughout. A true destination property. $1,675,000 *NEW* 5.45+/- Acre Equestrian Oasis, Tucson, AZ – Lush landscaped horse facilities in Northwest Tucson 3,200 sqft home, 130’ x 150’ arena, 5 - 16’ x 16’ barn stalls, 7 outdoor stalls, 5 paddocks, round pen, 2 tack rooms, tool room, 24’ x 40’ hay barn, private well + septic, equipment available by private treaty. $1.1M *REDUCED* 90+/- Acre HP Bar Ranch, Benson, AZ – Perfect gentlemen’s ranch or private get-away.

Backs up to USFS for endless riding possibilities. Fully fenced for cattle.

2 BR, 1 BA home; garage; steel barn w/two horse stalls, tack room and large hay storage; corrals; workshop. Expansive views. $775,000 $675,000 *PENDING* 20+/- Acre Equestrian Property, Sonoita, AZ – Established horse training and boarding facility on +/-20-acres adjoining BLM land, panoramic mountain v iews. Two mfg homes, 36’ x 160’ horse barn, barn/shop, equipment shed, hay shed, 10 shades/loafing sheds with corrals, +/-70’ x 90’ dressage and 160’ x 170’ fenced arena. There are also RV spaces with septic, a fire pit and a well. $650,000

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*SOLD* +/- 32.43 Acres Horse Property, Lordsburg, NM – Custom 4 BR, 3 BA ranch style home with large family room, living room, full sized kitchen and a partial basement.

Shop, tack/hay barn, horse corrals, roping arena, fruit trees, 3 wells, irrigation rights, portable irrigation system. $295,000

RS RANCH GLENWOOD NM — 44,233 total acres consisting of 119.6 deeded acres and 44,113 acres Gila National Forest Grazing Allotment. Ranch will run 650 head mother cows yearlong and 18 horses. San Francisco River Runs through the Ranch, great improvements. Priced at $4,900,000

*NEW* 1,578 Acres of Land, McNeal, AZ – Currently used as grazing land for an adjacent ranch. Fenced with 2 wells. Seller will split. $500 per acre for all or $650 to $700 per acre for smaller parcels. located near the McNeal Farm we have listed above, and could be used as

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HORSE PROPERTIES/LAND *SOLD* 40+/- Acre Last Stand B&B Guest Ranch, Sonoita, AZ – An exceptional property in the grasslands of Sonoita, presently operating as a successful wedding & equestrian event

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*NEW* 200-300 Head Cattle Ranch, Marana, AZ – Abundant year-round no cost water makes this ranch a true oasis in the desert, situated along the Santa Cruz River just 20 minutes north of Tucson. 129+/Deeded ac; 150+/- ac of permanent pasture, 3,700+/- ac of desert sub-lease, 30 +/- ac of farm fields, and well improved headquarters with excellent access off a paved road situated on State land with 342+/- ac of lease. Second manufactured home on deeded. Two sets of good steel pipe corrals under covered work areas with squeeze chute, and tub. $3.5M

an additional pasture; purchase for investment or build your own little ranchette.

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ful Jim Key perform at an exhibition in Tennessee. He declared that “this is the most astonishing and entertaining exhibition that I have ever witnessed.”

The President also commented that it was an example of what “kindness and patience” could accomplish. Beautiful Jim Key was famous for reading, writing, making change, citing Bible passages, and doing arithmetic with numbers under 30.

His trainer Dr. William Key was a former slave and a self-trained veterinarian. Dr. Key emphasized that he only used patience and kindness in teaching his horse, and never a whip. ome of you will already know the story If you want to know the rest of the story of Beautiful Jim Key, but if you don’t, I about this horse you should read, Beautiful will fill you in a little. Beautiful Jim Key Jim Key, The Lost History Of The World’s Smartand his trainer Dr. William Key were famous est Horse, by Mim Eicler Rivas. for touring the country around the turn of Now I have trained several horses in my the last century. time and known lots of horse trainers, but This horse and his trainer were among I have never seen one like Beautiful Jim Key. the most popular attractions at the 1904 However, I do remember one particular World’s Fair in St. Louis, Missouri. The horse summer day at a racehorse barn in Kenand his trainer toured the United States in tucky. It seems that it was probably July as a special railroad car to promote the we were in Kentucky shoeing some highhumane treatment of animals. They per- end yearlings for an upcoming sale. At that formed in arenas in large cities and even at time all Thoroughbred yearlings were shod New York City’s Madison Square Garden. with training plates for sale day.

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farms would consign up to 150 horses for one of these sales, so there was lots of extra shoeing going on at this time. You have to realize that Kentucky has tremendous humidity that time of the year.

I can remember starting at 4:00 a.m. in the dark to help beat the heat. I would take four fresh shirts with me for my typical shoeing day. Normally after about two hours of shoeing your shirt would be so wet that you could wring it out with your hands.

Many days it took every ounce of your self-control not to get after these yearlings too much. Consider that both of you are too hot, the flies are bad, and most yearlings are not that well broke with their feet yet.

On top of that many of you don’t realize that the majority of these long yearlings are

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I guess Jim got exasperated and

went and sat in the cab of his truck for a few minutes.

It seemed like Jim was in his cab a long time.

16 hands tall and lightning quick. I cannot tell you how many times a yearling would kick the cap off my head or the tools out of my hand when I was working with a front foot in the air. Under these circumstances you need to remain cool and composed.

This particular race barn I was in happened to be about 150 ft. long with a 16-foot aisle and stalls on both sides. I had my truck backed in to one end of it. My

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friend and fellow horseshoer Jim Overstreet was backed into the other end. Each time I looked over his way he seemed to be having lots of trouble with one particular colt that morning. Each time Jim would pick up a foot that colt would go flying backwards ripping his foot away from Jim. To Jim’s credit he kept his cool and was persistent figuring that the horse would give up eventually.

However, that was not the case. Finally, after several attempts Jim gave the horse’s groom the rope twitch to see if he could deter him a little. Well, that didn’t work so now the horse was flying down the aisle backwards dragging the groom rather easily.

Next, they tried the traditional chain under the lip, but that just made things worse. Finally, Jim went to the his truck and fished out his trusty “war bridle” which generally fixes any situation. With that the colt started rearing and striking sending the groom running for cover.

He let the colt go loose and then he headed for our end of the barn. As I looked up from the horse I was working on I saw this colt running right for us. Luckily, he got right to my anvil stand and turned back the other way. The groom finally caught the colt before he hurt anyone or himself.

I guess Jim got exasperated and went and sat in the cab of his truck for a few minutes. It seemed like Jim was in his cab a long time. I don’t think the groom thought he was ever coming back. Pretty soon Jim returned carrying a magazine.

He opened it up and threw it down in front of the horse. The horse froze at first, but then he relaxed. Jim went ahead and shod the yearling without further incident.

The only time that horse moved during the rest of the shoeing process was when he had to turn the page.

Do I believe the story of Beautiful Jim Key? Yes, as there are too many accounts of his exploits. They toured for over nine years.

Dr. Key lived with that horse constantly and slept with him every night. The colt is a different story.

No I don’t believe that he knew how to read, but I do think that Jim changed the dynamics of the situation so that the magazine worked.

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The Luck of the Draw

by Caren Cowan

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ith just a few weeks left to qualify for the National Finals Rodeo, rodeo cowboys and cowgirls are

scurrying across the country to make those extra dollars that will push them through the bubble.

At press time only two New Mexicans were in the top 15. Shad Mayfield, Clovis, is sitting 4th in the tie-down roping, while Nicole Baggarley, Las Cruces sits at 5th in breakaway roping.

Tie down roper Tuf Cooper is sidelined for a bit with a roping injury requiring surgery on his left index finger. He may move down a bit, which could allow Shad to move closer to the top. Shane Hanchey

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Cooper plans to be back in the saddle sooner rather than later. He and Mayfield will be in the Match Roping at the 68th Annual Cinch Roping Fiesta in San Angelo, Texas, October 29th through the 31st. The Match Roping involves roping 12 calves, six head between the 2nd and 3rd go rounds of the Invitational Calf Roping. This is a second generation meeting for these two young men. Sylvester Mayfield and Roy Cooper had a match roping in Clovis many years ago.

There are three Wright brothers sitting in the top 15 in saddle bronc riding. Ryder and Stetson are trading places at the top after nearly every rodeo. Stetson has a huge lead in the All-Around Cowboy race.

Sage Kimzey had a dry spell for a few rodeos, but he is sitting over $40,000 ahead of Stetson Wright in the bull riding. Corey Petska and Derrick Begay are both in the top 15 and seemed to have gotten by their dry spell in the team roping.

Having become somewhat of a saddle bronc riding junky, it has been fun to watch Taos Muncy, Corona, New Mexico, and Leon Fountain, Socorro, New Mexico compete all summer. Hopefully one or both of them will have a surge here at the end and make the Finals.

As we continue to suffer the woke movement and the departure of sports like major league football and basketball from the values we have grown up with, it occurs to me that rodeo is so much more inclusive and politically correct than these sports could ever hope to be.

In watching the Cowboy Channel’s 100 Rodeos in 100 Days, it is quite clear that rodeo is the most multicultural and multinational sport on the face of the planet and it has been for generations.

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2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame

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he American Quarter Horse Foundation and American Quarter Horse Association hosted the 2021 American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame Induction and Reunion Celebration August 13 and 14 in Amarillo to honor industry legends.

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Hall of Fame Classes of 2020 and 2021 Six horses and five AQHA members were selected for induction into the American Quarter Horse Hall of Fame as part of the classes of 2020 and 2021.

The individuals were AQHA Professional Horseman Bob Avila, Temecula, California; racehorse trainer C. Dwayne “Sleepy” Gilbreath, Dennis, Texas; the late Past Executive Commit tee Member George Phil-

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American Quarter Horse enthusiasts who weren’t able to attend the event in person can watch the Amer(Top) Johnny Trotter ic an Q uar ter (Left) Dr. Glenn Horse Induction Blodgett Banquet on AQHA’s YouTube Channel.

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n 2021 the New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association initiated a program to honor youth at each of the state’s county fairs called the Heritage Buckle Award program.

To be eligible for the Heritage buckle award, youth ages 9 to 21 were asked to provide a 200 to 500 word essay on the ‘value they placed on the heritage of the cattle industry and ranching in New Mexico.’ Recipients from each county are presented with a trophy belt buckle and a 1-year junior membership to NMCGA, winners are then automatically entered in the overall state Heritage contest. Buckles were donated and presented by NMCGA members.

Caysie Wood, Chaves County wrote: “The heritage of the cattle industry is invaluable to our present and future generations because of the traditions it honors, the land it conserves, and the people it values.

Ranchers are dedicated to their land, their livestock and their families. Keeping these traditions alive is an active and ongoing responsibility.”

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Jacee Smith, Eddy County wrote: “My great-grandpa raised cattle, rode horses, and taught many lessons to my grandpa and my father who have taught them to me. If I don’t place a large impor tance on ranching in (L-R) Callie Bennett, Rowdy Green, Jacee Smith, Eddy my life the County Queen Laurel Henson next generation may not have the same opportunities as me. I hope that I can keep learning and growing and one day become a leader in the cattle industry.”Award Sponsor Robert R. Homer & Associates Jordan Perez, Guadalupe C o u n t y wrote: “My legac y was built from a c at tl e a n d sheep homestead in the 1900’s. Now as the 4th generation, I place (L-R) Jordan Perez and Taylor Riggins, NMCGA my family’s successes in the traditions and old fashioned values found in 3 words: hard work, sacrifice and determination.” Award Sponsor: Jim Thorpe & Carol Church

Lacey Knight, Dona Ana County wrote: Isabella Sugg, Lincoln County wrote: “My “As a member family has been ranching on the Bar W of 4-H and FFA, Ranch I feel that it is outside of my responsiCarrizozo bility to tell s i n c e others about 1888. Part my agriculof passing tural way of d o w n (L-R) Lacey Knight and award life and how heritage sponsor Senator Crystal R. Diamond rewarding it is. is being There is no honest greater feeling of accomplishment than to (L to R) Kayanna and Chelsie Wilson, about the care for the animals and the land, with my Isabella Sugg, Kendal and Gemma rew ards , Wilson family by my side.”

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challenges and sorrows that occur in ranching. With fewer choosing to become a part of the cattle industry, it is important that we continue to educate the public with our knowledge of animal husbandry and how food is produced. This begins with the knowledge we pass from generation to generation.” Award Sponsors Kendal and Chelsie, Wilson Beef Myra Olivas, Valencia Co u n t y wrote: “I recently asked myself this question: Who will share the heritage (L-R) Myra Olivas with of the cattle Representative Gail Armstrong industry and ranching in New Mexico if there is no one in the future to maintain its legacy? I was able to explore this more after attending the New Mexico Youth Ranch Management Camp. Surrounded by likeminded youth, we learned about grazing, administering vaccines and consumer driven markets. Consumers want to know where their food comes from! I see opportunities now that I didn’t see before attending camp.”

Award Sponsor Representative Gail Armstrong.

Breylin Rubio, Colfax County wrote: “A big part of ranching heritage is work ethic. To get things done you have to have a good attitude and love your work.

My grandpa and my dad have taught me that along with Breylin Rubio responsibility. I have a large amount of responsibility when I shoot my rifle, care for my animals, and someday when the ranch is passed to me. My responsibility and work ethic are what will keep my ranching heritage alive.” Award Sponsor Major Ranch Realty

age Buckle Awards J a m e s Tu c ke r, and successfully ranched in southeastern Santa Fe County New Mexico. It all started with my grea-, wrote: “I place great- great-Grandpa William Standifer high value in heri- “Colonel” Williams in 1898. Nearly 123 years tage ranches and later we still own some of the original ranch their owners, spe- where my father is the 5th generation and cif ically in my I hope to be the 6th. “ neighbor Mr. Tom Award Sponsored by, Robert L. Homer & AssoSpindle. Since ciates, LLC. starting a small cattle operation of Avery Pipkin, my own, I have Curry County been lucky to learn wrote: When and ask questions growing up (L-R) James Tucker with Bill on how to properly on a family King, award sponsor feed and manage ranch, bonds my cattle, how to deal with drought and created last a range management, and when the best lifetime. Not time is to sell my calves. One day I hope to only do have a heritage ranch of my own.” ranchers show up for Natalie Smith, Harding County wrote: Avery Pipkin (Curry) with their imme“Generations of ranchers have faced hard- Bronson Corn diate family, ships. It has they also show up for their neighbors. m a d e o u r Ranchers are tight knit and have created skin tan, our unbreakable bonds even living miles apart. m u s c l e s My grandpa once told me, “Every single one strong and of us is part of a big family, and always will o u r w o r k be.” On the land covered in yuccas, the e t h i c r e a l . deepest conversations occur. I hold the O b s t a c l e s heritage of ranching families near and dear such a s to my heart. It is up to the next generations d r o u g h t , to continue the legacies left behind, pave animal rights our own individual paths and stick true to groups and our roots. Award sponsored by Bronson & other activ- Barbara Corn. ists help me (L-R) Joe Culbertson, Culbertson t o b e t t e r Chloe Jean Harral, Torrance County Whatley Ranch, award sponsor, value my her- wrote: The heritage of cattle ranching is and Natalie Smith. itage i n important because it has taught me the ranching. I meaning of hard work. My grandfather know that I want always quotes “early to bed and early to rise to carry on the legacy of strong, capable people who have come before me.”

(L to R) Kayla Heinrichs and Kooper Kerby. Award Sponsored by, Robert L. Homer & Associates, LLC.

Kooper Kerby, LeaCounty, wrote: “For 5 generations my family has pushed through the hardships

(L to R) Linda Rizzi, Chloe Jean Harral (Torrance), and Brett Rizzi. Photo courtesy of Beth Mitchell Photography

makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.” I am fortunate to be growing up with my three sisters, my parents and my grandparents on the ranch. What we do contributes to the land, the state’s economy and the families of New Mexico. Award Sponsor Brett & Linda Rizzi, No Bull Prime Meats.

Brayden Wright, Quay County wrote: One of the best things about working on my family ranch is that we have a lot of fun together. We work hard, but we play h a r d e r. W h e n working with my (L to R) Tom Sidwell, Brayden Grampy, I have Wright, and Mimi Sidwell hauled water, fed cake, climbed windmills, drove the tractor and fixed fence, my Grampy makes it all fun! As a 4th and 5th generation rancher I like to tell anyone who listens how important our job is to the world. A cow does more that provide meat for us to eat, but also gives us leather for our boots, belts and seat covers and their pancreas even helps to make insulin for diabetics. I am Brayden Wright and ranching is my heritage.

Award Sponsored Tom & Mimi Sidwell.

Mandy Crisp, Union County wrote: The hardships of ranching are well worth the triumphs, they have helped me to succeed in my day to day life by showing that through perseverance you can (L to R) Mandy Crisp and Cliff still come out on top. As a 6th gen- Copeland eration rancher, my heritage has taught me to endure the hard times and appreciate the abundance of joys this lifestyle gives. Drought and markets may be uncertain, but there is hope found in a newborn calf hunkered down by its mother and the satisfaction of a big rainstorm. I would not choose any other way of life. Award Sponsor Cliff & Pat Copeland.

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Rebekah Roybal, stories about how my Great-Grandfather M o r a C o u n t y Red Kyle arrived by train as a child to the wrote: I am grateful ranch west of Fort Sumner many years ago. for the knowledge I I plan to continue my family tradition in h a v e a c q u i r e d living the cowboy way of life to not only be learning from my a steward of the land but to be an advocate g r a n d p a r e n t s ’ for the importance of cattle and ranching cattle operation, my heritage and what it provides to the rest of (L to R) Amanda mother who serves the world. I can do this because my parents Culbertson & Rebekah as my FFA advisor have taught me to work hard and always Roybal and from my own “make a hand.” Award Sponsored Singleherd of cattle. I am avid about improving ton Ranches. the agriculture industry in New Mexico because I am a part of it. I am fortunate to Sakari Frazier, San Juan County wrote: have learned responsibility, hard work and My family and I have been involved in agrithe importance of a handshake. I can’t culture for 3 generations. I have a deeply thank the genershared passion ations before for valuing me enough. and most Award Sponsor impor tantly Ag New Mexico continuing our Farm Credit. ranching and agriculture Shane Henry, De heritage Baca Cou nt y b e c a u s e wrote: I am a ranching and 5th generation a griculture (L to R) Trent Bilberry, Payton Henry, Tyson Henry, cowboy. I grew never s top.

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Every person in agriculture found a way to deliver their products to our citizens and beyond, because that is what we do. Award Sponsored Dustin Johnson Earl Velasquez, Sandoval County wrote: “The cattle industry is not just a job but a way of life and how many p r ov i d e f o r their families.

My great- greatgrandpa was the first to start ranching in our family in the (L to R) Betty Jo Welch, Earl late 1800s. Ever Velasquez, and Darlene since then we Schmitz have proudly been ranchers and have raised cattle to contribute to the history of America.” Award Sponsor Bill Humphries in memory of Carol Humphries.

Johni Gallegos, Rio Arriba County wrote: Our family has been ranching from the time my three times great-grandfather, Perfecto Esquibel settled here from Spain. During his early years he held a position in the New Mexico Senate and even assisted in writing the state’s Constitution! He also built a large ranch and later passed it down. My grandfather Juan Montano was voted Rancher of the year in the 1980’s, and passed the ranch to my mother and her sisters. I am passionate about my heritage and where I come from. Ranching connects me to the people before me and the people yet to come.

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The Colorado River is governed under a pact between the Upper Basin States (Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico) and the Lower Basin States (Arizona, California and Nevada and Mexico). Based on a pact agreed to at the time, this declaration

of a water shortage will result in serious cutback of 2022 water deliveries. Hit the hardest will be Arizona, who only had junior water rights. That state will lose more than 500,000 acre-feet from its projected allotment for 2022. That’s about 18 percent of the state’s usual allotment from the Colorado River.

Twenty-one thousand acre-feet will be lost in Nevada, or about 7 percent of its planned 2022 allotment; Mexico will lose 80,000 acre-feet based on a treaty with the U.S, which is about 5 percent of its annual total.

At a press conference attended by all the states involved, the deputy commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation said, “The announcement today is a recognition that the hydrology that was planned for years ago, that we hoped we would never see, is here today.”

There is another part of the compact agreement which requires the Upper Basin States of Colorado, Utah, Wyoming and New Mexico to deliver 7.5 million acre-feet annually to the Lower Basin States. Should they fail to make the deliveries, they will then have to cut back their own allocation of Colorado River water.

Mice Our friends at the Center for Biological Diversity have filed another lawsuit against the Forest Service, accusing them of not doing enough to protect the New Mexico meadow jumping mouse from cattle grazing.

The lawsuit alleges the Forest Service is not in compliance with Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act, and with certain provisions of the Administrative Procedures Act. Their real target, though, is livestock grazing.

The suit alleges, “Livestock grazing poses a particularly significant and acute threat to the jumping mouse. Livestock concentrate in riparian areas due to their productivity and proximity to reliable water sources, and preferentially graze native riparian vegetation. Grazing eliminates or reduces the tall herbaceous vegetation and density that the jumping mouse relies upon for its biological functions and life history needs. Additionally, grazing can alter the composition and structure of the riparian habitats that are essential to the jumping mouse’s survival. By preferentially grazing continued on page 80 >>

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During the waning days of the Trump administration, a rule was issued delisting the gray wolf. An enviro group has sued to overturn the delisting, but the Fish & Wildlife Service has instructed their attorneys to defend the rule. Biden is defending Trump in court. Did this just slip through the cracks, or is it a sign of better things to come?

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And that’s not all folks. The suit also says livestock grazing causes increased predation of the jumping mouse. “The reduction of suitable habitat due to grazing also places individual jumping mice at a greater risk of predation due to the loss of vegetative cover.” There is more, but that should give you the real reason behind this lawsuit.

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I’ve loved trucks all my life. My old man was a long haul trucker and he never owned anything but a Kenworth, or KW as they’re known in the trade. If I were a trucker I’d drive a KW too because that’s what I learned to drive in. But I gotta admit I’ve seen a lot of Peterbilts and Mack trucks that made my heart go pitter-patter.

I also love fire trucks because both my grandpa and my great-grandpa were Fire Chiefs for decades on our volunteer fire department. I went with grandpa once to a trade show where he was looking to buy a new fire truck for our town. We looked at Peterbilts, Macks, Sutphens and Seagraves but it was the American LaFrance that grandpa and I settled on.

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LaFrance was the last name of the founder.) I still collect fire truck ephemera and one of my unattained goals in life was to either have a six-horse hitch of Clydesdales pulling a Concord stage, or an old fire truck I could drive in local parades and blare the siren. Both, no doubt, would stampede the Paso Fino riding group and terrorize the piccolo players in the band.

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erably blue with baby moon hubcaps. It’s a step-side truck which made it easier to get in and out of the bed. This is a big deal for old geezers like me who need either a ladder or a forklift to get in the bed of today’s trucks. I don’t understand why it took so long for truck manufacturers to come up with a tailgate you could use like a stepstool but I think they’ll be very popular with truck buyers.

When women were polled on which make of truck made men look more sexy 16 percent said a Ford, while 13 percent said a Chevy. Although I admit to not knowing much about how women think I would have thought they’d prefer an old Dodge Power Wagon or a 1925 model TT International which was made by the International Harvester Corporation.

Although I can see why a woman wouldn’t want their man driving a truck made by a farm equipment manufacturer. As for what truck women look sexier driving there’s nothing quite as sexy as a female behind the horn of a RAM. I enjoy reading a column called “Mr. Truck” which is written by an expert on the subject and he recently wrote that the future in trucks is a hybrid, although Mr. Truck never struck me as a “save the earth” type of guy. I’m not sure a hybrid is the image most men want to convey.

I’m also curious if the Tesla truck is going to be very popular because it looks more like a minivan that’s been in a crash or an isosceles triangle on training wheels. Will that really appeal to cowboys, roustabouts, roughnecks or city slickers who drive four-wheel drive trucks that never leave the pavement? And how about the demographic who drive a diesel so they can “fuel up” at the truck stop, or tough guys who have studs on their rims but not in their tires, or old guys like me who have a roll of toilet paper on their dash you can see through a cracked windshield?

Right now it’s just NOT genetically possible for there to be Tesla or hybridtruck drivers, but with all the mutating of genes I see these days I wouldn’t be surprised to see a lot of mutants on the road in the future.

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Depot Farm & Ranch . . . . . . 3 Desert Scales & Weighing Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Dexter Livestock Commission18 Diamond Seven Angus . . . . 55 Domenici Law Firm, PC . . . . 38

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Eastern New Mexico State Fair . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Express Scales Services . . . . 66 Fallon-Cortese Land . . . . . . 58 FBFS / Monte Anderson . . . 46 FBFS Kevin Branum . . . . . . 42 FBFS / Larry Marshall . . . . . 39 Farm Credit of New Mexico . . 9 Farmway Feed Mill . . . . . . . 32 Figure 4 Cattle Co. . . . . . . . 57 Five States Livestock Auction, 72 Genex / Candy Trujillo . . . . . 55 Grau Charolais . . . . . . . 23, 56 Grau Ranch . . . . . . . . . 19, 55 Hargrove Ranch Insurance . . 65 Harrison Quarter Horses . . . 53 Hartzog Angus Ranch . . 56, 87 Headquarters West Ltd. / Sam Hubbell . . . . . . . . . . 63 Henard Ranch . . . . . . . . . . 38 Hi-Pro Feeds / Sendero . . . . . 7 Home on the Range Quilting 38 Hubbard Feeds (fmrly Ranchway . . . . . . . 48 Hubbell Ranch . . . . . . . . . . 55 Hudson LS Supplements . . . 34 Hutchison Western . . . . . . . 6

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Innovative Solar Systems . . . 25 InoSol Castrator . . . . . . . . . 80 International Brangus Breeders . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Isa Beefmasters . . . . . . . 55, 67 J & J Auctioneers . . . . . . . . 78 JaCin Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . 57 J-C Angus Ranch . . . . . . . . 58 Steve Jensen . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Ty Jones Cattle Company . . 36 Kaddatz Auctioneering & Farm Equipment . . . . . . . 54 Bill King Ranch . . . . . . . . . 21 L & H Manufacturing . . . . . 44 Lazy D Ranch Red Angus . . . 55 Major Ranch Realty . . . . . . 59 Manzano Angus . . . . . . . . 56 Matlock & Associates . . . . . 71 McPherson Heifer Bulls . . . . 55 Mesa Tractor, Inc. . . . . . . 35, 54 Chas S. Middleton & Son . . . 60 Monfette Construction Co. . . 53 Paul McGillard / Murney Associates . . . . . . . . . . . 63 National Animal Interest Alliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 NM Cattle Growers Insurance29 NM Federal Lands Council . . 64 NM Premier Ranch Properties62 NM Purina Dealers . . . . . . . 88 NMSU Animal & Range Sciences . . . . . . . . . . 49, 78 No-Bull Enterprises LLC . . . . 44

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Olson Land and Cattle . . . . 55 O’Neill Land . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Outfront Cattle Services . . . 24 Perez Cattle Company . . . . . 55 Pratt Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Cattle Guards / Priddy Construction . . . . . . . . . . 46 Protect Americans Now . . . . 70 Punchy Cattle Company . . . 48 Ramro LLC / RJ Cattle Co . . . 22 Redd Summit Rangeland Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Republic Ranches, LLC . . . . 59 Reverse Rocking R Ranch . . . 80 Rio Grande Scales & Equipment . . . . . . . . 53, 82 Tom Robb & Sons . . . . . . . . 57 Robertson Livestock . . . . . . 53 Roswell Livestock & Farm Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Roswell Livestock Auction Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Runft Charolais . . . . . . . . . 24 Running Creek Ranch . . . . . 56 James Sammons III . . . . . . . 59 Santa Fe Guiding Co. . . . . . 47 Santa Rita Ranch . . . . . . . . 55 Sci-Agra Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Scott Land . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Sidwell Farm & Ranch Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Skaarer Brangus . . . . . . 40, 55 United Country Real Estate / Stockmen’s Realty . . . . . . 63 Joe Stubblefield & Associates . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Suther Feeds . . . . . . . . . . . 5

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T & S Manufacturing . . . . . 77 TechniTrack, LLC . . . . . . . . 53 Terrell Land & Livestock Co. . 59 The Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Thompson Ranch . . . . . . 2, 56 2 Bar Angus . . . . . . . . . 44, 56 United Fiberglass, Inc. . . . . . 39 USA Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Verde Real Estate . . . . . . . . 62 Virden Perma Bilt Co. . . . . . 53 W&W Fiberglass Tank Co. . . . 51 West Star Herefords . . . . . . 56 Brinks Brangus / Westall Ranch, . . . . . . 57, 81 Westway Feed Products, LLC 85 White Barn Hay & Cattle . . . 49 Williams Windmill, Inc. . . 43, 54 WW - Paul Scales . . . . . . . . 42 Yavapai Bottle Gas . . . . . 41, 54 Zia Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . 58

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