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Fall 2016 Contents On The Cover Easier access makes the newly relocated Great Plains Shawnee a welcomed sight to many current customers. The narrow parking lot and awkward layout of the old location will be a thing of the past. The newly built dealership is located at 14280 Hwy 177 (Acme Rd. & 177), and will have ample amounts of room and access for customers to pick-up, deliver, and shop for equipment. Read more about this move on the Branding Iron page! Photos Submitted By: Cain Construction

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR CLARK RANCH AWARDED WILDCAT SPRINGS RANCH THE LIMBSAW FALL HARVEST EFFICIENT COW CALF PRODUCTION HUSTLER FLIP UP 5 THINGS TO KNOW KUBOTA ACQUIRES GREAT PLAINS MFG. CHUCK WAGON THE BRANDING IRON THE CODE GPL FALL 2016

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Letter From Jet I have been a Kubota customer for about five years. I wanted to take a moment to say thank you to all the people at Great Plains Kubota. I know there are lots of options when it comes to buying a tractor and equipment. I chose Great Plains Kubota for the people. In any business, be it farming, ranching, construction or otherwise, you’re going to run into problems. The only way to overcome these problems is to surround yourself with good people that can help you when the going gets tough. That’s why I depend on Great Plains Kubota. I know I can get the tractor I need at an honest price. I also know that when I drive away with a new tractor Great Plains Kubota will be there to help along the way. The service department is second to none. Not just because they are good at getting my tractor back up and running, but because I know the technicians there have a genuine concern and understand how important it is to my business that the job is done right. I also appreciate the fact that the people at Great Plains Kubota are not only Kubota dealers, but they’re also Kubota users. Most of the people there own and operate their own Kubota tractors. They know first hand how they work, and I know I can get sound advice whenever I have a question. I’ve realized over the last five years that when I buy at Great Plains Kubota they’re not just selling me a tractor, but the service and reputation of Great Plains Kubota that comes with it. That’s hard to find these days. Most companies are only interested in sales, Great Plains Kubota is interested in serving the people they do business with. I can buy a tractor anywhere, but there’s only one place where I can buy one that’s branded by Great Plains Kubota. I’ve come to know and trust the people who stand behind the GP brand. I don’t just use a Kubota, I use a Great Plains Kubota.

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2016 Oklahoma Beef Quality Assurance Awards Announced Clark Ranch of Ada, Oklahoma and Robert Wells of the Noble Foundation

he Oklahoma Beef Council recently announced the winners of the 2016 Oklahoma Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Awards. Bill Clark of the Rising Sun Ranch in Ada, Oklahoma was named Producer of the Year and Dr. Robert Wells of the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation was named Educator of the Year. The Oklahoma Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program is a program designed to help maximize consumer confidence and acceptance of beef by focusing producers’ attention to daily production practices that influence the safety, wholesomeness, and quality of beef and beef products. Every year the Oklahoma Beef Council recognizes those that demonstrate outstanding BQA principles on their farms and ranches, or those who’ve dedicated their time and effort to ensure the success of the state’s BQA program. The 2016 winner of the BQA Educator of the Year was Dr. Robert Wells of the Samuel Roberts Noble Foundation. According to Tom Fanning, chairman of the Oklahoma Beef Council and a feed-yard manager from May, Oklahoma, “BQA training would not happen without the initiative and dedication of Oklahoma trainers such as Dr. Wells. We are fortunate to have him and his leadership as part of our BQA team.” The winner of the Oklahoma BQA Producer of the Year was Bill Clark of the Rising Sun Ranch in Ada,

Oklahoma, which is predominately a commercial cow-calf ranch consisting of commercial Angus cows. This ranch leads by example with BQA principles and practices woven into nearly everything they do. According to Bill, “We manage our ranch based upon BQA principles because it is the right thing to do for our cattle, it is the right thing to do for the ranch, and ultimately it is the right thing to do for the consumer of the beef we produce.” To learn more about the Oklahoma Beef Quality Assurance program, visit www.oklahomabeefquality. com. The Oklahoma Beef Council is funded by Oklahoma’s beef producers through the Beef Checkoff which was established as part of the 1985 Farm Bill. The Beef Checkoff assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products. States retain up to 50 cents on the dollar and forward the other 50 cents per head to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, which administers the national checkoff program and is subject to USDA approval. The mission of the Oklahoma Beef Council is to create a more profitable future for Oklahoma’s farming and ranching families through building beef demand. GPL Fall 2016

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WildCat Springs Where The Deer And Buffalo Roam And You Can Play

he interview with Jarrett Williamson, Manager of Wildcat Springs Ranch began like any other minus the Zebras. Wildcat Springs Ranch is a hunting ranch located just south of Fittstown, Okla., a geographic area of the state known for it’s rocky terrain, crystal clear springs, and it’s quality and quantity of wild game to hunt. It was late September, but the morning was still cool and there was game running everywhere, which as a hunter, made it hard to focus on the task at hand. As ranch manager, Williamson is accustom to giving ranch tours, servicing clients, and ensuring the best possible trip to the ranch as possible. Williamson was content to drive around the huge property all day discussing his passion for guiding and hunting, but I wasn’t there to sight see. I wanted to find out what made this highfence hunting paradise different from all the rest, and that’s exactly what I found out after touring the rustic terrain that made up the expansive landscape of the ranch. The ranch sign which reads, “Billy D. Howell’s Wildcat Springs Ranch” resembles many iron constructed ranch gates, but as the gate opened, and I drove towards the ranch lodge I realized this gate was an entrance to an entirely different type of ranch. It was late in the morning and yet there were whitetail deer on the move just within a few hundred yards of the gate.

Needless to say I couldn’t wait to see what else this hidden gem had to offer. Tucked away in the eastern part of the Arbuckle Mountains, Wildcat Springs offers almost 8,000 acres of prime hunting and fishing land that is fueled by an endless aquifer that supports the wildlife of the ranch. It’s private and secluded, yet it’s just short drive from two major cities, Dallas and Oklahoma City. Steep hills and expansive views can be expected as can quality game animals like elk, buffalo, deer, hog, turkey, Aoudad sheep, and other exotics. The wide range of game animals are managed year round by a full-time staff of seven employees in order to provide hunters the highest quality of trophy animals available. The ranch also features spring fed lakes stocked with bass, crappie, catfish, and even walleye. One of the bigger watersheds is an impressive 40 feet deep in places. At Wildcat Springs Ranch guests create custom hunts to fit their preferences and budgets, but regardless the hunt, it’s always an experience to remember. Hunting One of the things that makes this hunting ranch stand out from others is the surprising low amount of hunting pressure it has. Wildcat Spring would exist as is, without serving a single hunting client. That being said there’s anywhere from 60 - 80 clients that hunt GPL Fall 2016

each year. The fully guided hunting trips offer a variety of tactics and methods of hunting. You can hunt from a heated blinds or spot and stalk more elusive game like the Aoudad sheep. With over 35 miles of high fencing there is a hunt that can be tailored for everyone. In addition to your hunt there is on site processing and taxidermist available for your trophy. Fishing Guests looking to get away and spend the day on the water while catching truly big fish have found the right place with this ranch. The trophy fishing lakes are complete with fishing docks and boat ramps, and vary in size and types of fish offered. The water and underground springs are one of the more interesting features about this ranch. The Arbuckle

Aquifer has been a topic of much debate in recent years, and one can easily see why when fishing on such quality waters as what is available on this ranch. Lodging Excellent lodging and accommodations are what you’ll have after a full day of being outdoors. Speaking from experience, clean and comfortable accommodations can make or break a hunt. When you spend long hours outside, a good place to regenerate is always a plus. Guests at Wildcat springs can take full advantage

“Our Buffalo hunts offer the most bang for your buck. You couldn’t buy as much beef as what it costs to harvest our buffalo, plus you get the trophy of a lifetime!”

- Jarrett Williamson (Wildcat Springs Ranch Manager) of the luxurious 4,000 square foot lodge, featuring a master bedroom, 3 private rooms and two bed/ bunk rooms.

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The lodge can accommodate 12 guests at a time. There are a variety of leisurely comforts around the lodge including an on-site chef, coffee bar, poker and pool tables, sitting areas, outdoor hot tub, and much more. The entertainment pavilion is equipped with restrooms, showers, full kitchen, and built-in wood burning grill. Other Options Those who don’t enjoy the thrill of the hunt or the excitement of catching a largemouth bass can request nature watching tours or a relaxing weekend at the lodge. The ranch is also a great place to host company picnics. 8,000 acres would be hard to manage without the use of serious equipment. The ranch utilizes a variety of equipment. From skid steers, to UTVs, and even machines for building and maintaining roads, Wildcat Springs takes full advantage of equipment in their operation. Before heading out to explore the ranch further we passed an old Kubota, which, at first glance appeared to be sitting idle, but Williamson quickly referred to the late model Kubota as “ole reliable,” and Williamson should know as he is no stranger to benefits of good equipment. He has years of experience operating and maintaining equipment, and when asked what he liked best about the Kubotas they use at Wildcat Springs Ranch Williamson said this: “Everything is right there where you can get to it. They are easy to operate, but most of all they are reliable tractors. We use a lot of different machines out here but we can always count on the Kubotas.” After touring several large bottoms and passing multiple lakes we began to make our accent towards an elevated part of the ranch where the buffalo roam. We pulled up to a Kubota M9960 hard at work discing up a rocky field to prepare a food plot. This year alone, Williamson and his team will plant over 650 acres of food plots. They plant a variety of seed but the main seed Pictured: Equipment plays a vital role at Wildcat Springs Ranch. Above a Kubota M9960 utility tractor prepares the ground for seed. Below that, trophies from a successful hunt with Gov. Mary Fallin at the ranch are displayed in front of the state capitol. At bottom, and in the background one can see the abundance of water resources and how they play a role in the quality of game life at the ranch. GPL Fall 2016

Above: Guests of Wildcat Springs Ranch can stay at the luxurious lodge and relax between adventures. The lodge is loaded with amenities designed to entertain and enhance the overall experience at the ranch. Below: Buffalo, elk, and Whitetail deer are just some of the game that can be hunted at the ranch. The buffalo on the ranch provide the most economic hunt for their size and what they offer to the client.

planted is one developed by the National Wild Turkey Federation. There are a lot of different things that make this ranch special, but when you break it all down, its really about the thrill of the hunt. So when I asked Williamson what hunt provides clients with the best overall experience, Williamson could only talk about the buffalo. Their size alone make them a difficult animal to hunt, and with options ranging from trophy bulls, to meat cows, hunters have different choices and methods to hunt them. The meat alone would be a reason for me to hunt them. There something about this animal that ties it with our nation’s wild past. They are the very hide of the American West’s history. From Native Americans, to the expansion of the railways, the American Bison has always been a symbolic animal of wild America. Native Americans wasted no part of this huge animal, and if given the chance I would do the same. The trophy, meat, even the hide could all still serve a purpose to the modern hunter. Williamson enjoys guiding these hunts because he feels they provide clients with much more than just a thrilling hunt. “Our buffalo hunts offer the most bang for your buck. You couldn’t buy as much beef as what it costs to harvest our buffalo, plus you get a trophy of a lifetime. Last year I guided a buffalo hunt where, after being shot, the bull charged several times. It was thrilling and rewarding to both myself and the client.” Wildcat Springs Ranch is a great destination for any outdoorsman. Whether it’s friends looking to experience the hunt of a lifetime, or groups needing a get-a-way that offers top-notch hospitality with plenty of adventure, this unique ranch has it all! For more information about the amenities and services of Wildcat Springs call Jarrett Williamson at (580) 235-7599.

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Manufactured with unsurpassed durability, every See the saws at work at your local Great Plains detail of LimbSaw products have been tailored for opti- Kubota, or on the LimbSaw Company L.L.C on Facemum safety and function. book page. These affordable saws are perPictured: The LimbSaw easily cuts fect for farmers, ranchers, highway through limbs with the use of the hydraulics of a Kubota tractor’s loader. Frank Casey departments, municipalities, and explains the shock indicator of the Limbeven hunters. There are a lot of Saw and gives a tour of the assembly shop saw attachments on the market behind his home. today, but the LimbSaw is the ideal Photos By: LimbSaw Company L.L.C. and saw for pruning and trimming. Reed Boettcher

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all is upon us here in Oklahoma, and with that brings cooler temperatures and shorter days. Fall is a time of harvest for many of our customers who are farmers and ranchers, and harvest generally means opportunity. Harvest brings an opportunity for producers and their families to gather together and reap the benefits of a season of labor and toil. No matter whether you have a small operation, or a large operation - a time of harvest brings accomplishment and satisfaction for a job well done. There is a more important harvest, however, that we must consider an opportunity for us. A harvest that 18

has an eternal significance instead of just seasonal. Harvest is spoken of in the Bible in several places. The first place that comes to mind is in John 4:35 where Jesus says “Lift up your eyes and see that the fields are white for harvest.” This is a reference to whenever cotton fields would bloom and all you could see is the white tops of the cotton head. But that reference is a symbolic one. Jesus is really referring to the many people out there that are looking for a savior in all the wrong places. Just look around you right now and you will see so many people seeking satisfaction, seeking happiness, seeking peace, but they are unable to find it in what our world has to offer. GPL Fall 2016

There is only one place that we can truly find that deep soul-satisfying satisfaction and contentment and that is in a relationship with Jesus Christ. We are all sinners by birth and by nature, and Jesus died on a cross to provide a pardon for the sin that we have committed. But there is a requirement on our part. We must repent, turn from our sin, and accept His salvation that He so freely offers. I want you to know that His offer applies to you today if you will accept it. So, what does this mean for us who are already Christians? It means that we are to go into the fields

and seek those who don’t know Jesus yet, to search for those who are seeking for fulfillment in all the wrong places. Matthew 9:37 says “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few.” So, I would ask you this fall to consider working in the fields for a more significant harvest, an eternal harvest. There are many souls to reach, and only a few people working in the fields. Make this fall a productive one!

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George Cramer Great Plains Ada

f you own a Kubota from Great Plains Ada chances are it was assembled by George Cramer. Over the years George Cramer has refined and perfected the art of assembling the various equipment sold at Great Plains Kubota. Starting for the company in the summer of 2010 Cramer has seen many changes overtime, but one thing has always remained. His ability to assemble and “PDI” equipment has set standards throughout the company. Cramer has assembled hundreds of pieces of equipment, and although getting equipment ready to sell is his primary duty at Great Plains, Cramer has assisted in all aspects of the service department including training other assembly techs. It’s hard for him to pin-point what his favorite task or piece of equipment to assemble is, but he did note that some pieces are more rewarding than others. The bigger, more complex equipment provides him with a great since of accomplishment. The majority of his assembly tasks are made up of Kubota equipment, which is good because he finds these models to be more streamlined to put together. He commented on Kubota manufacturing: “Everything seems to match up on Kubota. This hole matches up with that hole and so on. I’ve put a lot of different things together, but Kubota is manufactured the best.” Cramer’s work bay at the new Ada dealership is much larger than his old one. He doesn’t miss his old work station on Broadway which he noted is where they stored the Pure Prairie Creamery cheese during the cold months. Before coming to Great Plains he was the manager at Allen Feed for three years. He can usually be seen driving his white Nissan pickup on Hwy 1 from Allen to work every day, but during the warmer months you’ll find Cramer riding his Honda Shadow motorcycle. Cramer lives in Allen, OK with his wife and their youngest child who’s a senior at Allen High School. Their oldest child is attending OCU. When he’s not at work Cramer enjoys being outdoors, which aids in his success as an assembly tech because he spends a lot of time in the elements. He’s a hard working employee that does well at anything assigned to him, and Great Plains is thankful and lucky to have George Cramer as their lead Assembly Tech. GPL Fall 2016

Efficient Cow/Calf Production Success Starts With Quality Forage

ow do you measure success in the beef cattle business? Many times, I see producers try to squeeze the economic side so tight they don’t spend enough money to make money. The other side is supplying so much input that you can’t make a profit from that side either. So, figuring out that optimal efficient cow versus calf production is important. The first condition necessary for efficient cow/calf production is high quality forage. The largest proportion of a cow’s nutrient needs, throughout her lifetime, are supplied by forage. Consequently, we should take steps to optimize the production of high quality forage from our land. Optimization means that we use and improve our forage resources within environmental and economic constraints. Correct grazing rates are an important part of improving forage. In Pontotoc County, a cow unit on native grass requires about 7-9 acres, depending upon grass quality and how much is wooded. Unfertilized Bermuda is similar at 7-9 acres, while fertilized Bermuda will be 4-6 acres depending upon amount of nitrogen applied. With an appropriate forage base, the next step is to select beef cows that efficiently utilize the available forage. Cow type (breed, size, milking ability) has a significant effect on the quantity of nutrients that a cow must consume. For example, large-framed, high milking cows grazing native grass in winter would be extremely deficient in protein and energy. These cows would require large quantities of supplemental feed to maintain productivity. The opposite situation exists with small-framed, low milking cows grazing high quality forages such as wheat or fescue. The forage would likely provide excess nutrients that would

be essentially wasted. Consequently, producers who can match the appropriate cow type with their forage resource should have the best opportunity for economic success. Output from a cow/calf operation is measured as the economic value of weaned calves plus the value of cull heifers and cows. The economic value of a weaned calf is determined by the weight of the calf and the selling price. As with forage, maximum economic return usually does not coincide with maximum weaning weight. Weaning weight does not account for reproductive efficiency. A more appropriate method to evaluate cow/calf productivity would be to divide the total pounds of calf weaned by the number of cows exposed to a bull. This combines the weaning weight of the calf with the success of your breeding program. To increase this number, we must produce appropriately large calves and successfully breed most of our cows. Economically efficient calving rates usually exceed 90%. To calve 90% of your cows that are exposed to a bull, the nutrient requirements of your cows must be satisfied. Some producers accomplish this with high quality forage programs. Others utilize large quantities of supplemental feed. Consequently, high calving rates do not insure economic success. Some herds with 90% plus calving rates are economically inefficient because of large economic inputs. Achieving an efficient cow/calf program requires an understanding of the characteristics of beef cows and their nutritional needs, the ability of forages to meet the nutritional needs of beef cows and the ability of supplemental feeds to fill the gap between cow needs and forage nutrient supply. GPL Fall 2016

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reat Plains has only been selling Hustler mowers for two season, and yet they’ve already reached a “Diamond” dealer status. The secret to this success lies within the Hustler Turf Equipment name, products, and dealer support that customers want and trust. Products like the new Hustler Raptor Flip-Up, which was available earlier this spring are why customers seek out Hustler mowers from dealers such as Great Plains. Hustler Flip-Up mowers are the world’s only highperformance zero turn with “QuickFlip” technology. These models feature a push button deck lift that makes cleaning and blade changing effortless. This patent pending technology simply makes mowing life easier. From deck height adjustment, to creating more storage space, this push button option is one customers young and old can respect. Some of the highlights of this innovative new model are: a push button deck to raise and lower for easy blade access, automated deck height adjustment, exclusive SmoothTrak™ steering, SmartChoke™ technology that allows you to turn the key and go, and finally, oversized 20 inch drive tires for added stability. These are just some of the features that set the Flip-Up apart from other zero turns. In fact, there really is no comparison to this mower. With today’s technological advances isn’t it time a residential zero turn lawn mower

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should provide affordable technology to make mowing easier? This new mower brings an end to an era of cranking, lifting and crawling under your mower. The Hustler Flip-Up is the newest member of the Raptor family, and is the easiest mower on the market to own and maintain. It provides commercial grade performance and productivity at a residential mower price. If there is one thing that can extend the life of your mower while improving cutting performance it’s having a clean deck with sharp blades. These time consuming factors can go unattended, but not when there’s a button that does the hard part for you. How can you put a price on such an option? One might think that these mowers would burst the residential buyers bubble, but in fact they are only about $1500 more than their standard counterparts. These new models come in the Raptor 48 and 54 inch deck, both equipped with a Kohler 7000 Series engine. They also have the best warranty in their class, a three year, 300 hour limited warranty for added peace of mind. Zero turn mowers are designed for fast, precise cutting, and the Flip-Up is no different. What makes this mower stand alone is one simple button which does what all other zero turns do, and then some. The Hustler Raptor Flip-Up is not just an easy choice, it’s the only choice. 21

5 THINGS TO KNOW... Five things to know about the new M7-171 Kubota Tractors

here have been a lot of questions circulating around the dealership about the all new Kubota M7 tractors. Kubota has come out with five things to know about the new M7s, particularly the M-171 tractors. 1. ISO-Bus Ready K-Pro Performance Monitor: Premium and Premium KVT models feature an intuitive all-inone 12” touchscreen monitor; which,

allows control of ISO-Bus equipment as well as easy adjustment of hydraulic flow, three point lift, and more. 2. Best In Class Features: M7-171 units offer Best In Class features such as 14,546 lbs. (Standard/Premium) and 15,097 lbs. (Premium KVT) base weights, 11797 lbs. Three Point Lift Capacity, and 5,776 lbs. Loader Lift Capacity. 3. PTO (540/540E/1000/1000E): Premium and Premium KVT models offer industry exclusive standard 22

4-speed, live-independent PTO which can be engaged and disengaged without stopping the tractor. 4. Kubota’s Largest Ag Tractor: Available in Standard, Premium, and Premium KVT configurations the M7-171 model is ideal for hay/forage applications, livestock operations, row-crop production and more. 5. True Bar Axle: Featuring 100 mm.

axles 110” long M7-171 Premium models provide dual wheel configurations and spacing flexibility for row crop, hay, and other applications.

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Reliable and durable equipment is Reliable in and durable is essential getting the jobequipment done quickly, essential in getting the job done quickly, efficiently and safely. The wonderful folks efficiently and safely. The wonderful folks at Great Plains Kubota provide a host of at Great Plains Kubota providealong a host of excellent equipment options with excellent equipment options along with the expertise to back it up. They stand the expertise back it up. They stand ready to assisttoOCA members with any of ready to assist OCA members with any of your machinery equipment needs. your machinery equipment and needs. The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) stands firm for the cattle raiser providing representation advocacy The Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association (OCA) stands firm for the cattle raiser providing representation and for our livelihood from the halls of Congress to the interview media rooms. OCA is the trusted voice of the cattleadvocacy industry for our livelihood the halls of Congress to the interview for media OCA is the trusted voice the cattle industry in Oklahoma andfrom provides leadership everyday advocating ourrooms. ranching heritage. We invite allofcattle ranchers and in Oklahoma and provides leadership everyday advocating for our ranching heritage. We invite all cattle ranchers and farmers to join the OCA during our membership campaign. farmers to join during our membership To help spur onthe ourOCA membership campaign, OCAcampaign. is so very grateful this year to team up with Great Plains Kubota. If you To help spur on our membership campaign, OCA is so grateful this year to team up withofGreat Plains Kubota. If you recruit a new member or join the OCA ,you will have a very chance at winning a year-long lease a Kubota tractor provided recruit a new member or join the OCA ,you will have a chance at winning a year-long lease of a Kubota tractor provided by Great Plains Kubota. by Great Plains Kubota.

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Return this membership form & dues to the OCA Office to be entered for your chance to win. Return this membership form & dues to the OCA Office to be entered for your chance to win. Name: Company/Ranch: Name: Company/Ranch: Mailing Address: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip: County: City: State: Zip: County: Phone: Email: Recruited by: Phone: Email: Recruited by: OCA Annual Dues..................................................................................................................$100.00 OCA Annual Dues..................................................................................................................$100.00 Return to: Return Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, Attn:to: Tiffani Pruitt, Membership Director Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association, Attn: Tiffani Membership Director P.O. Box 82395, Oklahoma City, Pruitt, OK 73148 P.O. Box 82395, Oklahoma City, OK 73148 Questions? Contact the OCA office at 405-235-4391. Questions? Contact the OCA office at 405-235-4391.

When chosen, the winner of the Kubota M5-111 from Great Plains Kubota would enter into a lease agreement, upon which the lease usage When chosen, thetowinner of the M5-111 from Great Plains would enter intowould a lease upon which the leasecontact usage would be limited 400 hours orKubota 12 months whichever comes first.Kubota The total value of this beagreement, $14,000. For more information would be limited to 400 hours or 12 months whichever comes first. The total value of this would be $14,000. For more information contact Great Plains Kubota at (580) 427-9000. 24 GPL Fall 2016 Great Plains Kubota at (580) 427-9000.

Kubota Acquires Great Plains Mfg., NEW ADDITION EXPANDS IMPLEMENT PRODUCT LINES

n line with North American strategic growth initiatives, Kubota has secured its purchase of Great Plains Manufacturing Inc. Great Plains is the parent company of long-time Kubota alliance partner, Land Pride. Over the past 10 years, this mutually beneficial partnership has allowed Kubota to provide quality performance-matched implement offerings to Kubota dealers and customers, ultimately contributing Kubota’s growth in the U.S. compact tractor business. By adding Great Plains’ seeding and tillage implements, Kubota can further expand its implement product lines, which will allow Kubota to become the number one manufacturer of implements in the world. The Great Plains acquisition includes all of it’s five operating divisions in Kansas, as well as multiple European operations. With KTC’s current business operations and existing relationships in the state of Kansas,

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this transaction has been seamless. This new segment of the business will continue to operate as an independent unit under the Great Plains and Land Pride names, as both are brands that have come to be as trusted and well-respected in the industry as the Kubota name. The leaders of both Kubota and Great Plains felt that this acquisition was a natural evolution of the long time partnership and very logical business fit. Both companies share a common set of values, in that both were founded on a reputation for quality, innovation, and engineering excellence; and both invest heavily in their people, processes, and products. These synergies will continue to bring value to Kubota customers and dealers for many years to come.

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pinions from Great Plains Shawnee employees give insight to the relocating of the long standing Kubota dealership in Shawnee, Okla. GPL asked a few quick questions to learn the nuts and bolts, and what it will mean for customers. Great Plains Shawnee opened at the new location on October 3rd and is now serving their customers full time at the new location. Brenda Birkle (Parts/Service) - What does this relocation mean to you and your daily operations? The layout of the new store will make the parts room more efficient, therefore my daily operations will be more streamlined, and ultimately better for customers. Service Techs - What do you like best about moving to the new location? What will it offer you that you don’t have now? Better organization and easier accessed service bays. Parts - How will moving to the new location help your parts department? Traffic flow will move faster and customers will be able to get their parts quicker. Garrett Clark (Store Manager) - How will you utilize the new location to its maximum potential? The new store located on 177 has great accessibility so customers can shop our inventory which will be fully displayed and at the utmost capacity. Bill Clark (President) - What is the most important thing about this relocation? It’s all about customer convenience. Now it will be easy in and easy out. In the past it could be difficult to navigate our narrow parking lot. Now there is plenty of space. Chase Cain (Cain Construction) - As the builder what is best feature of this new store? I think the orientation of the setup and how it utilizes the space is the best feature. Keith Ward - What’s the most important factor about moving to this new location from a sales point of view? Visibility should increase traffic and we’ll have more room and more inventory to choose from.

GP New emPloyees Bill Hendon joined the Great Plains Duncan sales team a couple months ago. Since then his ten years experience as an Operations Manager in the oil industry, along with his equipment rental experience has made him a valuable employee. He’s a well rounded salesman and tries to make the most out of every customer relationship.

Craig Whipple is no stranger to equipment maintenance and repair. As the new Service Coordinator for Great Plains Ada, Craig brings 18 years of equipment maintenance to the GP family. He’s a self proclaimed “Jack of All Trades” that exhibits a keen ability to understand what needs to be done. He’s loving his new position and the multitasking opportunities it’s offering him.

Stephen Dryden has been a Service Tech in Ada since May. His father was a diesel mechanic so he’s been around service work his entire life.

Adam Baxter has been a tech for GP since last October so he isn’t exactly new, but neither are his skills at mechanic work. Adam has worked as a mechanic for as long as he can remember.

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Casey Wolfe is a fulltime sales intern at GP Duncan. Casey and his wife are both active military personnel stationed in Ft. Sill. He’s done three tours in Afghanistan, but his agricultural roots stemmed from his family farm in Kansas are what drive Casey to seek a career in equipment sales. Tony Breedlove is putting his sales and service skills to work as the new Service Coordinator at Great Plains Edmond. Tony brings four years experience from a New Holland dealer in Texas. 29

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THE CODE Ride For The Brand

he term “brand” goes back thousands of years and originally meant “to burn”. To the cowboy of the American West, the “brand” not only identified the ownership of cattle, but it also became the symbol of loyalty, pride, and commitment. Some people credit Louis L’amour for coming up with the term “Ride for the Brand,” but I can imagine some cow boss telling a slacker hired hand cowboy that if he wasn’t going to “Ride for the Brand,” he might as well hit the trail. It was his way of communicating that if he wasn’t going to work hard, take pride in his work, and be loyal to his employer, then he didn’t need to be working there. Riding for the brand was, and is a great way to sum up a how to have a good employee/employer relationship, but the phrase can be applied in a number of ways. As an equipment dealer, we are proud of our brand . We are constantly working to build the reputation of . We brand our caps, tractors, uniforms, buildings, advertising, and just about anything we can think of that is related to Great Plains. We are also proud of the brands we represent, and “Ride for those Brands” each

and every time we open our doors. Our goal is to communicate to our customers through our actions that is the “Brand to Ride With”. As a Christian, “Riding for the Brand” is really summed up in a scripture that I should remember every day. Colossians 3:23 says. “Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.” My goal in life is to ride for the and even though I make many mistakes, fall off my horse, and disappoint my Heavenly Father, I hope that at the end of the day, people will see by my actions that I belong to Jesus. In my opinion, the best example of a person “Riding for the Brand” occurred a couple of thousand years ago, long before the cowboy rode the range on the Great Plains. The apostle Paul was beaten, stoned, shipwrecked, whipped and imprisoned numerous times and said in Galatians 6:17 that “I bear on my body the scars that show that I belong to Jesus”. Isn’t that what a “brand” is?

Code of the west Live each day with courage. Take pride in your work.

Always finish what you start. Do what has to be done. Be tough, but fair.

When you make a promise, keep it. Ride for the brand.

Talk less, and say more.

Remember that some things aren't for sale. Know where to draw the line.

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