2023 Fall Simbrah World

Fall • 2023

WOW, LOOK AT ME DID IT AGAIN

SMITH MCCRARY LOOK AT ME 21C, as an 8-year-old cow, captured the 2023 AJSA National Grand Champion Simbrah Pair honor with Hallie Hackett at halter. Her calf at side, Smith McCrary Lookin Snazzy is a May, polled heifer, sired by Smith One and Only 895G. 21C is a polled purebred sired by Smith Shortstop and her dam is a Satisfies daughter. 21C was the 2018 Superbowl Grand Champion for Hayden Hackett. This family just keeps producing great ones for us, as she is also produced Smith McCrary Look At Me Dixie, a Just Because sired many time champion.

Functional females with longevity and quality production are definitely our kind and 21C is that kind!

Be sure and check out our lots in the Synergy catalog.Our lots are 122-131.

Mark & Martha McCrary 903/667-5735 • 903/278-6810 Mamamc4@aol.com

307 North Runnels DeKalb, Texas 75559 We accept calf scramble certificates www.mccraryfarms.net

BREEDING

Pieces

OUR PARTNERSHIP INCLUDES SOME PHENOMENAL BREEDING PIECES AND WE ARE SO EXCITED TO SHARE THREE OF THEM WITH YOU. WE ANTICIPATE THEY WILL STAMP THE BREED WITH GREATNESS.

8 A Family Affair The 2023 American Junior Simbrah Roundup was dedicated to the Herbert/Bell family of Louisiana.

13 Several Reasons for the Slow Herd Expansion Cattle numbers are not increasing and plenty of factors at play.

SMITH BELLA BELLISSIMA 326J

3 News You Can Use 19 Save the Date 19 Index to Advertisers Sired by Smith Made Solid and out Bella Bella. She has top 25% API and 10% TI ranking. Black, polled purebred.

SMITH CRACK A SMILE 805H

Sired by Smith Bella Xtra Stretch, a Bella Bella son. She was a many time champion for Jakob. Red, polled purebred.

SMITH SOLID SPARK JULIET 215J

Her name reflects her pedigree. She’s a Juliet daughter and sired by Smith Made Solid. Top 20% for API and 10% for TI. Black, polled purebred.

Tim Smith, 512/587-7896 smithgenetics1@gmail.com

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Photo by Hannah Wine from Smith Genetics.

SYNERGY XVI DATES ANNOUNCED

Sale host, Tim Smith announced that Synergy XVI will be held Sept. 23-24. It will include a sale of approximately 100 lots of purebred and percentage Simbrah and Simmental cattle, a junior show for qualifying heifers, showmanship, and educational contests. Simulcast bidding will be provided on DVAuction.com. For additional information contact Smith at 512/587-7896 or smithgenetics1@gmail. com. You may also visit the Synergy Facebook/Twitter accounts or their page on www.smithgenetics.com.

SILENT AUCTION SCHEDULED FOR SYNERGY XVI

Once again, a silent auction will be held at the Synergy Sale on Sept. 23rd. to raise funds for Simbrah promotion.

Belva and Twila Johnson are coordinating the items and auctions. Contact them at belvajohnson@sbcglobal.net to provide auction donation details and/or to place bids.

PEACH CREEK RANCH TO HOST SALE The Onstot family invites everyone to join them for their Annual Peach Creek Ranch Online Heifer Sale on Oct. 1st.

The sale will be conducted on SmartAuctions. They will also host two viewing days on Sept. 23 and 30th at the ranch. For more information follow the ranch on Facebook.

He’s Making Us Proud

B & M Cattle is very pleased with the progress of our new herd sire, “RFI BMC Charlee’s Pride”. Pride is a son of Reavis Farms’ RFI Pageant Girl 722E, a Smith Satisfies daughter and sired by Smith Steppin’ Up Your Game, from Smith Genetics’ program. Pride has several achievements to his name as a yearling including, 2022 Louisiana State Fair Open Junior Champion, 2022 Louisiana Simmental Simbrah Bayou Classic Champion Simbrah Bull & 2023 LSU Livestock Show Reserve Champion Simbrah Bull. We have now added International Reserve Champion Bull Calf, as well as International Reserve Grand Champion Simbrah Bull at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Semen will be available soon on Pride - so stay tuned for this outstanding Simbrah Bull.

GIVE US A CALL FOR YOUR SHOW CALF PROJECTS, HERD SIRES OR REPLACEMENT FEMALES.

Brandon and Mary Hebert 7500 Harris Road Bell City, LA 70630 337-370-8864 brandonhebert60@gmail.com

J&L CATTLE ANNOUNCES SALE DATE J&L Cattle Services, owned by Joe and Lanna Hensgens, will host an online sale on Oct. 2nd on BestSales.com. Their operation is home to Simbrah and Brahman cattle. Please contact them at 337/945-3234 or 985/992-9119 for additional information.

LA MUÑECA ANNOUNCES THEIR FALL EVENT

J&L Cattle Services, owned by Joe and Lanna Hensgens, will host an online sale on Oct. 2nd on BestSales.com. Their operation is home to Simbrah and Brahman cattle. Please contact them at 337/945-3234 or 985/992-9119 for additional information.

TSSA ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP CHANGES

The Texas Simmental/Simbrah Association (TSSA) met recently and elected members to the board as well as new officers. Whit Dale, Brad Peterson and Sara Williams are the new members to the board joining Brandon Martin, AK Phillips, Keith Strack, Webb Fields, Jered Shipman, Terry Whitaker, Lance Seamans and Sam Hodges. Martin was elected president, Phillips was elected vice president, Williams will serve as secretary and Onstot will take over the

NUMBERS THAT ARE

BuzzWorthy!

TOP 1% FOR CE, BW, MCE & TOP 2% AP | TOP 10% FOR MARBLING & TI

And they belong to:

SMITH BAR CB BUZZWORTHY 123J, WHO’S AT WORK IN OUR PROGRAM! HE’S A POLLED, PUREBRED SIMBRAH, SON OF SMITH JUST BECAUSE AND HE CARRIES THE DIVA COW FAMILY ON BOTH SIDES OF THE PEDIGREE. COME SEE HIS CALVES! Mark Melson 979/777-0771 P.O. Box 1085 melsonsimbrah@gmail.com Caldwell, TX 77836 www.melsonsimbrah.com Follow us on Facebook SIMBRAH World • Fall, 2023 PAGE 3

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treasurer duties. For more information visit: www.texassimmental/simbrah.com.

Committee assignments include: Show & Sale - AK Phillips as chair with Whit Dale, Terry Whitaker and Lance Seamans Member and Directory - Sara Williams as chair with Brad Peterson Public Relations - Faith Onstot as chair with Sara Williams Commercial Outreach - Terry Whitaker as chair with Whit Dale and Webb Fields Watch for details on the Southern Showcase event, sponsored by TSSA. It is set for Dec. 7-11th at the Washington County Fairgrounds, Brenham, Texas.

AMERICAN JUNIOR SIMBRAH ROUNDUP HELD

The American Junior Simbrah Roundup was held this summer and drew entries of Simbrah cattle and exhibitors from multiple states. Full details, photos of all contest winners and all champions can be accessed at www.simbrahworld.com under the junior news tab.

MARTINEZ RECEIVES UT INSTITUTE OF AGRICULTURE AWARD

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) recognized some of its top faculty, staff, researchers and Extension experts at UTIA’s annual awards and promotions luncheon on the UTIA campus in Knoxville on Aug.15, 2023. Many of the awards are gifts made possible by faculty, alumni and friends of the Institute.

UT Institute of Agriculture Senior Vice Chancellor and Senior Vice President Keith Carver hosted the award winners and celebrated their work. “I’m excited to celebrate the amazing work of our UTIA faculty and staff,” says Carver. “These awards are well-deserved and represent our employees’ steadfast dedication to their work, the Institute, and the people of Tennessee. The impact of their accomplishments and passion will be felt for generations to come.”

Charley Martinez, a Simbrah breeder and former junior exhibitor and now assistant professor in the UT Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics, is one recipient of the J.E. Moss Achievement Award. Established in memory of J.E. and Ann Moss, this award recognizes (CONTINUED ON PAGE 20)

QUALITY...QUANTITY...INTEGRITY STRACK FARMS

7918 CR 497 | Marquez, Texas 77865 281/455-5896 PAGE 4 Fall, 2023 • SIMBRAH World

Saturday, Saturday, October 28, 2023 October 1:0028, PM 2023 1:00 Winona, PM At the Ranch, Texas

At theFMRanch, Winona, Texas (10678 757, Winona, Texas 75792) (10678 FM 757, Winona, Texas 75792)

Selling

Selling 100 Simbrah Heifers —

100Born Simbrah Heifers — Bred, and Raised at 7P Ranch

Bred, and at 7P Ranch • Breds, Pairs andBorn 3-N-1’s plusRaised F1 Simbrah Open Heifers ready to •breed Breds, Pairs and 3-N-1’s plus F1 Simbrah Open Heifers ready to breed • Most are ½ Simmental ½ Brahman heifers resulting from the •mating Most areof½productive Simmental7P ½ Ranch Brahman heifers resulting Simmental cows tofrom ONEthe Brahmating of productive 7P Ranch man AI sire – Mr Kallion 1352 Simmental cows to ONE Brahman AI sire – Mr Kallion 1352 • The 3-N-1’s, pairs and bred heifers were bred to calving ease • The 3-N-1’s, pairs and bred heifers were bred to calving ease Angus bulls Angus bulls ••The Excellenton onthese thesecattle cattle The Disposition Disposition isis Excellent ••Most withthe theAmerican AmericanSimmental Simmental Association Most are are registered registered with Association and to be beGolden GoldenCertified Certifiedregistered registered with and also also eligible eligible to with thethe American BreedersAssociation Association American Brahman Brahman Breeders

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because GENETICS MATTER WE REALIZE THE POWER OF A PROGRAM BEGINS WITH THE SELECTED GENETIC BASE. THAT PREMISE DIRECTS OUR DECISIONS AND WE FEEL WE ARE BUILDING WITH THE BEST GENETIC LINES OF THE BREED. HERE’S TWO OF THE BELLA’S WE HAVE AT 3JK.

SMITH GOTTA HAVE BELLA 362K

SMITH BELLA AMELIA ANN 188H As a yearling

Power, and femininity to match her royal pedigree—Sired by the maternal sire, Satisfies and out of Bella Bella---arguably the most influential cow in the breed. A full sister to Smith Bella Amelia 526B. Bred to Smith A.R.C. No Kidding 032H.

Such a unique mating here—Out of Smith Bella Amelia 526B and Smith Have No Fear. That pedigree means a double shot of excellence as the Bella and Diva Cow Families are in the blood. We have embryos produced from her by Smith Follow My Lead and Smith Made Solid.

3JK Cattle Co Scott and Janessa King and Family Zephyr, Texas • 325/200-8740 Because Genetics Matter

We invite you to come see our herd and learn about our genetics.

JEOFF AND LORI WILLIAMS

CHRIS BAKER

1048 Heather Ct., Royse City, TX 75189 972-207-5275

Sweet Bella Trudy 232J This outstanding ¾ x ¼ female is a breeding piece.

Sired by Pays to Believe and out of Sweet Bella, which makes her a Bella Bella granddaughter. We have embryos from her in our young program.

Herd building with the BEST!

Randy and Karen Prince | 806/773-9591 Tim Smith, Consultant | 512/587-7896

Smith Isgrig Bella Notte Her influence is impacting our program.

A three-quarter x one-quarter, polled female. Sired by Broker and out of a daughter of Bella Bella.

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A member of Smith Genetics Kentucky Division

Chris Baker 1600 Spillman Road Morning View, KY 41063 859/630-3052 For more information, contact: Tim Smith, consultant 512/587-7896

We have invested in a genetic package combining Suave and

SF/RICA the powerful Simmental bull, Something About Mary. Suave SUAVE could be the strongest ¼ x ¾ and 3/8 x 5/8 female in the

breed. We are building new lines of Simbrah with this mating.

Mi Bella Cara is a granddaughter of the great Bella Bella and she is a direct daughter of Smith Ciao Bella. We knew we wanted to build with strongest genetics possible and this cow family is it. We have embryos arriving from Mi Bella Cara and Smith Have No Fear.

ADAM BROWN 225 Bridgestone Way, Buda, TX 78610 281/795-9019 Tim Smith, Consultant | 512/587-7896

SMITH MI BELLA CARA 312Z

An Embryo Addition to our Herd

HER NAME TELLS YOU ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW Yes, she is a Ciao Bella daughter and look at the power she brings. Note the long hip, the capacity, the bone she’s standing on, the udder quality and that pretty and feminine head and front end.

She was given her name as just a baby, but we think she has grown into her name very well.

She is an asset to this esteemed cow family and we believe she will play a prominent role in the breed.

We are utilizing her heavy in our program contact us to know about progeny for sale.

Smith The Next Bella 321B HOC Broker X Smith Ciao Bella

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We look forward to seeing everyone at Synergy.

We have lots 109-110 selling.

YOUR CHOICE OF DAUGHTERS

Top Choice

WE ARE SO HONORED TO BE OFFERING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH SMITH GENETICS, YOUR SELECTION OF TWO SMITH JCC TOP CHOICE 917D X SMITH NO BETTER THAN THIS DAUGHTERS IN SYNERGY., SEPT. 23RD. 917D IS A DONOR IN OUR JOINT PROGRAMS AND PROVIDES THE GENETICS OF BELLA BELLA AND PRICELESS TO THIS PACKAGE.

Lot 11 in Synergy

David and Thuy Grimes KALEB FONTENOT AND KATARINA AXTELL

Henderson, Texas 832/594-7530 | Dgrimes012@gmail.com www.tmplivestock.com

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Lot 12 in Synergy

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Smith JCC Lady Choice 719L Choose between her and Lot 12.

Smith JCC I’m A Top Choice 917L Choose between her and Lot 11.

SEE YOU AT SYNERGY Tim Smith, consultant 512/587-7896 JOHNSON CATTLE CO. smithgenetics1@gmail.com Wayne Johnson 830/391-2571 Follow us on Facebook: Wjohnson4945@sbcglobal.net Johnson Cattle Company, Pleasanton, Texas

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It’s a Family Affair By: Martha A. Hollida

Front (sitting l to r) Mary and Brandon Hebert, with granddaughter River Hebert.

Back (standing l to r) Keith, Brandi, Charlee and Rylan Bell, Isla, Amelia and Barrett Hebert.

The 2023 American Junior Simbrah Roundup was dedicated to the Hebert and Bell families of Bell City, Louisiana.

This annual award recognizes individuals and families that give their time and show strong support for the junior organization and the summer event. The Hebert and Bell families represent three generations of Simbrah breeders, and their cattle operation is truly a family affair.

Brandon and Mary Hebert, along with their daughter Brandi and husband, Keith and their two children, Charlee and Rylan represent the three generations at the present time.

The Heberts, who recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary, started their married life in Mary’s hometown of Grand Chenier, Louisiana--right on the coast. Mary’s parents raised cattle and Brandon had worked for various cattlemen in high school. Once married, he began working offshore for Tenneco Oil, which later would become Chevron. Mary would have a 30-year career with the Louisiana Wildlife & Fisheries Department, retiring in 2008.

down here on the coast, so we began moving our Simmentals to Simbrahs and Brandi and Barrett would show many Simbrahs across the state,” Brandon recalled.

Then in 2005, Hurricane Rita hit, and their home parish of Cameron suffered immeasurable losses. Their homes and barns were lost. Thankfully, their cattle were at their present home location away from the flood waters of Hurricane Rita.

“Hurricane Rita took all Grand Chenier. We had nothing left, we had already purchased some land in Bell City, which is farther north. So, we moved a double-wide mobile home on it and began building a barn, fences and eventually our home. Brandi had graduated from high school and Barrett was a sophomore when the hurricane hit. He would go to school for two and a half days a week in Grand Lake in 20052006. There were so many students without schools so that was how it had to be done,” recalled Mary.

“We bought cattle of our own very early in our marriage and we ran them with Mary’s parents. Of course, with our location, these were Brahman cross cattle and we had different ear marks to denote ownership,” explained Brandon.

The cattle operation continued but there were so many more pressing things to take care of at that time. They began building their herd back, but for a while it was more a commercial oriented operation, but with Simbrah bulls.

Once the Hebert’s daughter, Brandi, and her brother, Barrett, became of age to show, the emphasis of the herd changed. The Heberts purchased a small herd of registered Simmentals with plans to show home raised heifers. It was about the same time that a cousin began raising Simbrahs.

Brandi was beginning her career as a paralegal when Hurricane Rita hit. Her offices were destroyed, and she was sent to the Bell City area to work in the firm’s offices there. She and her husband, Keith Bell, who also works offshore, were married in 2006.

“We could see the difference. The Simbrahs outperformed

They now have two children, Charlee and Rylan, who are

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familiar faces in the Simbrah arenas of Louisiana, and of course at Roundup.

The rebuilding and relocating of their cowherd eventually was complete and that included registered Simbrah genetics.

“Keith and I had rodeoed, and we just knew our kids would rodeo, but it wasn’t for Charlee. She tried cheerleading, which Keith was dead set against. A trip to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo with my folks exposed her to showing and she’s never looked back,” explained Brandi.

At that Houston event, Brandon and Mary would buy a heifer for Charlee from the Frugés, also from Louisiana.

Fast forward to today. Between the Heberts and Bells, they run about 40 registered females and have genetics primarily from Smith Genetics, La Muñeca, Strack Farms, 6G Land & Cattle, Pine Ridge, and the Tortorice Family.

Brandon retired in 2017 and with more time to devote to the cowherd. AI is now part of their breeding program.

“We cull heavily on disposition. No three strikes and you’re out here. A cow is gone after one. We want our cattle to be docile, good milkers, low maintenance and since we are show oriented, phenotype is important,” described Brandon.

Mary adds that the Simbrah breed is perfect for southern Louisiana as they match the environment, are hardy, can resist all the insects and parasites and overall are maternally strong.

Top: The 2023 American Junior Simbrah Roundup was dedicated to the Herbert and Bell families.

Bottom Left: The Herberts enjoy hunting. Here are some of their trophies taken in South Africa.

Bottom Left: At just 5 years old, River Hebert has a strong interest in the cattle program.

Now that Charlee and Rylan are showing, the Bells have also purchased registered Simbrahs and of course, the retired show heifers are part of the family herd.

“Roundup has really been a positive experience for our kids. They have gained knowledge, developed speaking ability, confidence and just have a fun time,” explained Brandi, adding that showing has taught her children how to be responsible and provided a great friend group.

In addition to Roundup, they show at all the Louisiana shows, have gone to two American Junior Simmental Association National Classics, and annually compete at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo.

Charlee plays softball and competes in pageants, where the public speaking from the AJSR leadership contests has been extremely helpful. Rylan enjoys being on the farm, driving a tractor and playing baseball.

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The Heberts and Bells run their cattle together as a family and have about 40 Simbrah momma cows.

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“Our operation(s) are only possible because of our family’s commitment. Keith works 14 days on and 14 off, so my dad claims he is ‘14 on and off’ too. Along with the responsibilities that come with owning cattle, my parents jump right in to help me get Charlee and Rylan to shows and events when Keith is working. It’s truly a family effort,” remarked Brandi.

When they are not doing grandparenting activities or taking care of cattle, the Heberts love to hunt and travel. The have hunted in several U.S. locations and South Africa and been tourists in Alaska, Yellowstone, Niagara Falls, Canada, the Smokey Mountains and in the Northeast. Some of their South Africa trophies include Black and Blue Wildebeests, Eland, Sable, Gemsbok, and wart hogs. They also hunt deer and ducks locally, as well as alligators.

“It’s a family event, as we all go back to the marshes in Grand Chenier the first of September each year to hunt alligators. Last year we had 125 in just two days and had used all our tags,” said Mary.

Their son, Barrett and his wife, Amelia have two daughters, River, and Isla. They live in Bell City, also. River is five years old and is already very interested in the cattle, so it appears this family affair with Simbrahs will be expanding soon.

Top Photo: Charlee Bell showing at the Houston Livestock Show. She is also involved with softball and pageants.

Bottom Photo: Rylan Bell on the green shavings at the Houston Livestock Show.

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We are committed to establishing our foundation with some of the strongest genetics possible. Truly, we feel like we have some of the “Queens” in SimGenetics. We invite your inquiries and we would love to show you our royalty!

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DMM SMITH SASSY CHEYENNE

SMITH DRFF FOR THE MONEY 3G

2023 National Reserve Grand Champion Female, plus a many time champion for our niece, Callie. Cheyenne is sired by Smith No Better Than This and traces back to the Bella Bella line. She has top 25% rankings in nine EPD categories.

Sired by Smith CRC Lubbock and has the Golden Glory Cow Family breeding. She ranks in the top 5% of the breed for API and TI.

SMITH REAL CLASSIC 912G

SMITH DMM GENUINE CLASSIC 291K

An AJSA National Classic Champion for Justin.

This is a daughter of Smith Just Because and her dam goes back to the Irreplaceable Cow Family. She ranks in the top 1% of the breed for API and 4% for TI.

She sells as Lot 33 in Synergy, Sept. 23rd She is a polled, three-quarter x one-quarter daughter of Smith Real Classic 912G, a Just Because daughter and her sire is the powerful WLE Genuine E020. She ranks in the top 2% of the breed for API and 4% for TI.

Several Reasons for Slow

Herd Expansion By: Derrell S. Peel, Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist THE MID-YEAR CATTLE INVENTORY REPORT SHOWED THAT CATTLE NUMBERS CONTINUE TO GET SMALLER AND THERE IS NO SIGNIFICANT INDICATION OF HERD REBUILDING SO FAR. Despite sharply higher cattle prices this year, there is no data to suggest heifer retention or enough decrease in beef cow slaughter to initiate herd expansion, although the most recent weekly slaughter data are encouraging. The process thus far is considerably slower than the herd expansion after the drought in 2011-2013 pushed cattle inventories to a cyclical low in 2014. There are several reasons why producers are moving more slowly and cautiously thus far.

Continuing drought - This is still an issue in significant regions of cattle country. While drought is not likely causing a great deal of additional herd liquidation from a broader market perspective, it surely is preventing herd expansion in those drought-stricken areas.

Drought recovery - Pastures and ranges in locations recently emerged from drought need time to heal after 2-3 years of drought damage and stress. Hay supplies are depleted and must be replenished. Many regions are still vulnerable to redeveloping drought and there is uncertainty that forage production may remain restricted.

Financial Recovery - Many cattle operations have suffered from considerable financial stress from drought and high input costs. The short run needs to realize immediate returns from higher cattle prices may be causing continued heifer and cull cow sales for now.

Input Cost Uncertainty - High, and in many cases record high, input prices were a particular challenge in 2022. Record hay prices and elevated supplemental feed costs have had a huge impact in drought regions. Record or near-record high fertilizer, chemical and fuel costs have been a significant challenge for producers, especially in regions of introduced pastures. Though some input prices have moderated in 2023, input price uncertainty has producers reacting cautiously to higher cattle prices.

Interest Rates - Not only are input costs higher but sharply higher interest rates create a different economic climate that may temper the pace of herd expansion compared to the 2014-2019 period. Higher finance costs will be a much more significant factor as breeding heifer and cow costs rise in the coming months.

Producer Expectations - All the above factors contribute to the economic backdrop of the industry and become part of the producer expectations that are the key to herd rebuilding. Until enough cow-calf producers anticipate enough returns for a long enough period, herd expansion will be tempered. In the meantime, cattle supplies will continue to tighten. Market prices for calves and feeder cattle will continue to increase as the market provides more price incentives that will eventually strengthen producer expectations and jump-start herd expansion. That process is likely to begin in earnest in the remainder of 2023 and into 2024.

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Grinstead Dan & Kris Grinstead Iowa City, Iowa

14404 FM 1007 Dayton, Texas 77535 281/658-4711

Smith Bella Bella-Continuing to build our program with this cow family.

Contact Tim Smith, Consultant 512/587-7896 - smithgenetics1@gmail.com

Smith RFI Nuanced 325W: Now into our third generation with this great cow.

Smith Sandifer Lovely Lady May - International Champion and cornerstone in our program.

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Triple P Juliet - Her influence at work in our program

T O BY T R I E S C H

1667 Hallmark Canyon Lake, Texas 78133 830/554-0388 Tim Smith Consultant 512/587-7896

Smith Dirty Mike - We have several daughters in our program.

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Maiorano

SIMMENTALS AND SIMBRAHS BOB & TAMMY MAIORANO 678 Moss Rose Lane, Driftwood, Texas 78619

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9660 FM 713 Dale, Texas 78616 512/507-5718 Embryos for sale sired by Charismatic

Simmental and Simbrah

Smith Just Because - A number of his daughters are now in our herd

For cattle information contact Tim Smith, 512/587-7896

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Smith Priceless - Building with her genetics

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SIRE POWER IS KEY TO THE SUCCESS OF ANY PUREBRED PROGRAM AND WE FEEL LIKE WE HAVE TWO SOURCES OF SUCCESS AT THE HELM OF 5MM. PEDIGREE, PHENOTYPE AND EPD PROFILES—THEY’VE GOT ‘EM AND COMBINED IN A FAULT FREE PACKAGE. Black, polled purebred son of Just Because and out of the great Priceless x Detonator daughter, Detonation. Full brother to Luke Benjamin, also. His pedigree carries the Bella Bella, Priceless and Diva Cow Families. His EPD tabulation includes a top 10% ranking for API and 15% for TI.

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Black, polled purebred son of Smith Made Solid and out of Smith SWFS Dramatic Diva, a Satisfies x Diva bred female. Impressive data—seven traits in the top 15%, including a top 4% for API and 3% for TI.

We’ve added this beautiful and functional polled purebred Simmental to our program. She will be utilized across the board in SimGenetics.

She’s a daughter of Revolution, and she will be bringing us a calf by WLE Smith Big Wig later this spring.

Analyze her—extra bold in her rib, wide topped and stout hipped, plus you can’t deny that attractive front end on this baldy!

Inquiries Welcomed 5mm ranch | giddings, texas | purebred/percentage simbrah cliff & sandra marshall | 512/799-4471 | cliff.marshall@gmail.com

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Stay tuned — we think she’s going to be a force in SimGenetics.

Sam Hodges | 903/701-7929 825 Usener Street #725 | Houston, TX 77009 Samhodges90@icloud.com

Cattle located in DeKalb and Giddings, Texas.

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Charming Emmylu 2023 INTERNATIONAL AND AJSA NATIONAL CLASSIC RESERVE GRAND CHAMPION SIMBRAH FEMALE SIRE: SMITH NO BETTER THAN THIS x SMITH CHARMING N LIVELY

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JERRY, SARA AND JAKE WILLIAMS 78 CR 633 | Dayton, Texas Sara 936/402-5354 -orJake 936/641-3132 Williamscattletx@gmail.com

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Emmylu continues her winning ways.

THE SANSOM FAMILY Don, Anika, Kayla and Jakob

2103 Tigerpoint, Brenham, Texas 77833 Don: 979/203-6583 | Anika: 324/200-8543

OUR CATTLE ARE GENOMICALLY ENHANCED AND PARENT VERIFIED SIMBRAH World • Fall, 2023 PAGE 17

BEE CATTLE COMPANY | KENNY & TWILA JOHNSON SWEET GENETICS Establishing a foundation is important, regardless the business. We chose the Smith Bella Bella Cow Family as a cornerstone for ours.

We have a daughter of Smith Sweet Bella, Johnson Legacy 82F, who is sired by WLE Uno Mas. We have also invested in genetic packages of embryos out of her, sired by Steel Force and Red Answer.

Not only are these sweet genetics, they’re powerful and proven.

SMITH SWEET BELLA

RODRIGO DA SILVA 8609 WOOD STORK DR. AUSTIN, TX 78729 512/850-9454 Tim Smith, consultant 512/587-7896

P.O. Box 446 | Kenedy, Texas 78119 | 361/438-3413 | topprice82@icloud.com Tim Smith, consultant - 512/587-7896

Wentz Smith Superior Y18 - A Juliet daughter, sired by Smith Nu Wave II. We have embryos about to calve from her and Smith Follow My Lead.

Utilizing the TRIED & TRUE

WLE GENUINE E020 | Homozygous black and polled son of Pays To Believe

SMITH JULIET ASHLEY 215F

We have added the influence of this powerhouse to our program. She’s an own daughter of Juliet and out of the maternal sire, Satisfies. We have evaluated this cow family and believe it offers predictability for our young program.

TRIED & TRUE - proven,

KENTUCKY DIVISION Quarter Horses, Simmental, SimAngus and Simbrah Cattle Phillip Garrelts

Perrin Beitel |San Antonio, Texas 78217 | 210/279-1830 profitable and predictable. 11933 Tim Smith, Consultant | 512/587-7896

Jason Smith, Aimee Nienaber, Lisa & Nathan Naïve, For information, contact Tim Smith William & Beth Smith, Luke & Ashley Kuechle smithgenetics1@gmail.com | 512/587-7896

She’s Our Kind

The heir apparent to the Pure Diamond Family and her influence is playing a big role in our herd development. 10A has a powerful pedigree, beautiful profile and very desirable calving numbers.

SMITH CAN’T STOP BELLA 328J SMITH RFI CARDINAL RED ISAAC X SMITH ISGRIG BELLA NOTTE

Keep your eye on her influence in our herd and the breed.

CODY TRIESCH

219 Peaceful Lane, Blanco, Texas 78606 | 512/750-2338 Tim Smith, consultant, 512/587-7896

NOW IN PRODUCTION WITH A SMITH FOLLOW MY LEAD CALF ARRIVING SOON MIKE AND SUSAN WILLIAMSON | 7605 Rustling Cove, Austin, TX 78731 | 512-565-7588

Tim Smith, consultant - 512/587-7896

Reserve your space now for the Simbrah News special pull out section in November.

Contact Martha hollidacompany@gmail.com or 903/316-8465 PAGE 18 Fall, 2023 • SIMBRAH World

• Sept. 9-East Texas/Heart of Texas Simmental/Simbrah Association’s Fall Fest Sale, Henderson, Texas • Sept. 23-24 - Synergy XVI Sale and Show, Giddings, Texas • Oct. 1 - Peach Creek Ranch Online Sale • Oct. 2 – J&L Cattle Online Sale • Oct. 4 - Rio Grande Valley Breed Improvement Association Performance Bull Sale Delivery Date, Edinburg, Texas • Oct. 6 - Precious Gems Sale, Snook, Texas • Oct. 7 - The 35th Annual La Muñeca Junior Roundup, Linn, Texas • Oct. 10 - State Fair of Texas Open Pan American Simbrah Show, Dallas, Texas • Oct. 11 - State Fair of Texas Junior Simbrah Show, Dallas, Texas • Nov. 18-21 - LMC & Friends Giving THANKS Online Sale X • Dec. 7-11 - TSSA Southern Showcase, Brenham, Texas 2024 May 18 - 5th - Annual Back To Grass Sale, Henderson, Texas At press time, dates are not yet published for the Fort Worth, San Antonio and Houston Livestock, please refer to their respective websites.

3JK Ranch 6 2, 17 4S Cattle 5MM Ranch 17 7P Ranch 5

14 Maiorano SimGenetics McCrary Farms IFC Melson Simbrah 3 10 Monte Christo Ranch

Back To Grass 12 Baker, Chris 6 18 Bee Cattle Co. B&M Cattle 3 Brown, Adam 6 Burch Cattle 18 Buresh Cattle Co. 15

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Fisher Family Cattle 15 Fontenot, Kaleb 14 Fort Worth Livestock Show 20 Garrelts, Phillip 18 Glueck Cattle Company 14 Golden Star Simbrah 15 Goodwin, Floyd 14 14 Grinstead, Dan & Kris Hodges Cattle Co 17 Hutto, Kathy 15 Johnson Cattle Co.

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Reagan, Terry 15 Reavis Farms IBC Reeves, Ronnie 15 Sandifer, Brian & Britni 15 Silveus Insurance 16 Smith Genetics 1, 2 Smith Genetics Kentucky 18 Strack Farms 4 Taylor Simbrah 14 Thorp Livestock 14 TMP Livestock 7 Triesch, Cody 18 Triesch, Toby 14 Williams Cattle Co Williams, Jeoff & Lori Williamson, Mike & Susan

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La Muneca Cattle Co. BC Lopez, Anthony 14 14 Lost Cause Ranch

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2024 STOCK SHOW RODEO Jan. 12 - Feb. 3

Jan. 22

Junior Heifer Shows

Simmental & Simbrah Jan. 26

Open Show

SimGenetics Purebred, Percentage & Simbrah Divisions

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT

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excellent achievement in teaching, research, and Extension for the Institute of Agriculture. Awards are provided each year for each of the four units of the Institute of Agriculture. They are selected by a committee including the senior vice president and senior vice chancellor and the four deans of the Institute. Darcy Smith from AgResearch, Brian Whitlock from the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, and Emma Willcox from the School of Natural Resources also received the award.

“I’m thankful for this recognition, but it takes a team to be successful in Extension,” says Martinez. “Here at UT, we have some of the best agents and specialists to collaborate with. Additionally, it takes a great team at home. Thanks to my wife, Vanessa, and two kids, Henry and Remington, for their support.”

Martinez has worked with UTIA for three and a half years and specializes in farm and financial management, livestock and meat economics, and policy. He enjoys the many opportunities to help producers and students grow.

Martinez earned a doctorate in agricultural economics from Texas A&M University, and his bachelors in agribusiness -ranch management from Texas A&M University- Kingsville.

FOR SIMBRAH NEWS, GO ONLINE

Simbrah breeders and enthusiasts are encouraged to visit www.simbrahworld.com for the latest news, calendar dates and show results. In addition to the news, all issues of the magazine and the annual Simbrah News Commercial Feature are archived on this site. Simbrah World is also very social, check out our Facebook page for posts on a weekly basis. To get information on advertising opportunities contact Martha at hollidacompany@gmail.com or call 903/316-8465.

A T LA MUÑECA,

BULLS ARE OUR BUSINESS

We’re proud to provide seedstock and commercial operations with performance tested Simbrah bulls on an annual basis.

We have a great set going on test this October in the Rio Grande Valley Beef Improvement Association’s annual test.

We encourage you to participate, if interested call Carlos Jr. at 956.330.1963 for more information. These are a few of the bulls we’ve sold recently, A BIG HEARTY THANKS to all the buyers, we appreciate your support of our program.

OWNED BY RUNNELS PIERCE RANCH LMC BBS RAMBLER SON

OWNED WITH BOEING BROS. 6G BATMAN SON

OWNED BY CHAD FOSTER & LA PERDIDA LMC MT TRANSFORMER SON

LMC GOLD MEDAL 5Z/75 OWNED WITH 4F, 6G & BETM SEMEN AVAILABLE

OWNED BY DN CATTLE LMC MT TRANSFORMER SON

OWNED WITH SEALE SHOW CATTLE LMC MT TRANSFORMER SON

OWNED BY 4C RANCH LMC SSC ANTONIO SON

OWNED BY ENRIQUE GARRIDO LMC BBS RAMBLER SON

OWNED BY JAMES R STEGLICH LMC MT TRANSFORMER SON

OWNED BY ROY SENDEJO JBC POWERGLIDE SON

LMC MT TRANSFORMER 5E/32 2018 NATIONAL CHAMPION SEMEN AVAILABLE

LMC ICON 3D/82 OWNED WITH LA PERDIDA SEMEN AVAILABLE

Simbrahs, Simbraviehs and POLLED Brahmans

OWNED BY CHARLES FAZZINO LMC SSC ANGELO SON

OWNED BY GOLDEN STAR SIMBRAH LMC GOLD MEDAL SON

RGV LMC WORLDWIDE OWNED BY CLARENO CATTLE SEMEN AVAILABLE

LMC BBS RAMBLER 5D/39 OWNED WITH LA NEGRA SEMEN AVAILABLE

CARLOS and SISTER GUERRA FAMILY - PO Box 81 • Linn, TX 78563 956-383-7566 (Office) • Carlos 802-1641• Victor 607-5515 Carlos Jr. 330-1963 • email: LaMuñecaCattle@aol.com • Please visit our website at www.LaMuñecaCattle.com