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In this Issue
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Feature Stories
10 | LOVE GIVEN BACK
The love and support that carried the Pembrook family through loss is now inspiring a legacy of faith, service, and hope.
34 | AT THE HEART OF IT ALL
At Triangle J Ranch, six generations of ranching heritage provide the foundation for a forward-thinking Simmental and SimAngus program.
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Extension Education
22 | FREE-CHOICE MINERAL PROGRAM courtesy University of NE - Lincoln
Seeds in Season
28 | FINDING MORE FALL GRAZING DAYS
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with Justin Fruechte of Millborn Seeds
Veterinarian V iew
46 | HAIRY HEEL WARTS
with Dr. Joshua Beutler, DVM, Pender Veterinary Clinic
Stock Life
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54 | FEATURING RAYMOND SUTTON RANCH on the ranch with Georga Sutton, Gettysburg, S.D.
Sale Barn S tudy
62 | UNCERTAINTY LOOMS IN THE MARKET with Roman Schooley, Bloomfield Livestock Market, Inc.
Stockman S traight Up
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68 | FEATURING MOMENTUM INDUSTRIES with Jace Thompson, Billings, Mont.
cover image by Kate Roberts ZWT Ranch of Crossville, Tenn.
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Given Back By Cheryl Kepes photos courtesy Pembrook family
The love and support that carried the Pembrook family through loss is now inspiring a legacy of faith, service, and hope.
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n the stretches of time when circumstances seem too much to bear and the road ahead appears uncertain - where does one turn? How does one hold on to hope? Faced with tragedy and loss, Beth Pembrook and her sons, owners of Pembrook Cattle Company (PCC), found peace and strength in two
places: their faith in God and the livestock community. Three years ago, Beth began to witness the plans she had for her life seemingly unravel when her husband, Travis, was diagnosed with cancer. On August 22, 2025, he passed away. The couple had spent decades building a multi-
breed show cattle operation while raising their two sons, Bret,17, and Bryson, 12. “We sure did not want to let Travis go. But it's amazing that he's healed in heaven and all that has come from his passing - that's what gets us through the day,” Beth shared. 10
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VISION SHARED Throughout this past year, Beth has learned her plans were not undone the day Travis left this world but simply redirected. In his final days, Travis hinted at a vision he hoped his family and friends would carry out. “It was such a blessing for our family to witness him in his last days. We could see the Holy Spirit moving through him. And for our family, that's so comforting - the joy and the peace that we witnessed during those days is indescribable,” Beth said. “During that time, Travis would say, ‘There's more good going on.’ And he kept saying to us, ‘There's a project. There's a project.’ We were trying to figure out what the project was, and then we realized he was telling us we need to spread God’s Word and meet people's needs.” So that is exactly what they have done. The Pembrook family, PCC crew, and friends have launched a ministry for people of all ages in the livestock industry, provided free beef to families in need, established youth scholarships, and added a new offering to PCC’s cattle operation. “All of this is God showing us, it's going to be okay for our family. He’s moved mountains,” Beth explained.
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MORE GOOD GOING ON
and build authentic relationships.
The first project the Pembrook family and their friends pursued was one Travis had encouraged them to carry out: a ministry focused on sharing the longtime Pembrook family saying, “Love God. Love People.”
Influence Livestock Ministries was created to offer similar opportunities to people in the livestock industry. The ministry casts a net that spans generations, offering weekly Bible studies for men, women, high school - and college-age youth, and those ages 8 to 14.
With that in mind, Influence Livestock Ministries came to life in January 2026. The ministry grew from a Bible study started two years ago by Jake Scott and 15 other cattlemen, including Travis. United through their passion for Jesus and the cattle industry, the men connect weekly to discuss Scripture, pray,
The groups are facilitated by leaders in the cattle industry. All the studies are conducted via Zoom, allowing people to participate no matter where they live. The ministry’s website provides resources, Bible study signups, testimonies, and event information.
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MIND-BLOWING GROWTH At two breed junior nationals this summer, Influence Livestock Ministries hosted Sunday services. The morning of the Simmental junior national gathering, Beth and the other organizers wondered whether more than a handful of juniors would attend. With only minutes remaining before the service began, the seats were sparsely filled.
Influence Livestock Ministries is witnessing explosive growth in all its outreach programs. From Bible studies to events at junior shows, people in the livestock industry are embracing the movement. Overwhelming demand for the ministry’s website feature that emails
subscribers a daily Bible verse temporarily crashed that portion of the site. “I think it’s grown because people are needing and wanting this. As leaders of it, for us, it's gratifying to see how it's led people to Christ,” Beth shared.
One of the organizers, Jason Elmore, decided to make one final announcement in the barns reminding everyone about the gathering. But before broadcasting a single word, he paused. “Jason stepped around the corner and he prayed, ‘God, let them come.’ After he made the announcement, I'm not kidding you, within 10 seconds, there were 500 people filling the stands,” Beth recalled. “It's in the little things that God shows us how powerful he can be. That was an incredible moment. It's mind-blowing right now.” 12
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MAKING EVERYTHING BETTER The desire to honor Travis lives on through other new projects as well. The Pembrooks and other cattle producers in the Fairview, Okla., area recently created an organization called MEB. “Travis made everything better. If you knew him, he made everything better. And that's what MEB stands for, Making Everything Better,” Beth explained. Through MEB, the cattle producers are providing free meat to 75 local families in need. Every month, a beef is donated, processed and stored, with the meat distributed to the families. The project already has enough donated beef to provide for families several months into the future.
A LEGACY FOR THE NEXT GENERATION The Pembrooks’ cattle operation has been known from the beginning for its commitment to mentoring and supporting the next generation. The creation of the Travis Pembrook Memorial Scholarship is another avenue for the Pembrooks to honor Travis’ dedication to youth in agriculture. Scholarship applications are due October 17, 2026. With applications expected from across the industry, a panel of judges will spend a month reviewing submissions and selecting the recipients. Three $2,500 scholarships will be awarded and presented at the Cattlemen’s Congress in January 2027.
ON DOWN THE ROAD Prior to his passing, Travis had dreamed of adding a commercial cattle component to PCC. Over the last year, Beth and her crew have worked to make that a reality. PCC has partnered with the DeBerry family from Olton, Texas to build PCC’s commercial heifer program. They have traveled throughout the West selecting what they believe THE STOCKMAN AG-EXTRA | October 2026
are some of the nation’s top black baldie heifers. They breed the heifers via AI to bulls with low birth weights and solid genetics, including PCC sires and those from the McCurry and Pollard operations. The bred heifers are then marketed in smaller groups of 10 or larger groups of 25 to 100. “It's really neat to see that start, because that was Travis's vision on down the road for us. So, we’ve been working on that,” Beth said.
production sale will also feature its traditional offering of show calves featuring Chianina, Mainetainer, Angus, Simmental, Lim-Flex, and Shorthorn Plus. The following day, the sale moves to partner ranch 7451 Cattle Company in Marshall, Okla., which will showcase Red Angus genetics.
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MORE THAN A CREW As the Pembrook family has embraced these new opportunities, their PCC crew has supported them every step of the way. Derrick Wood and Rilee Wood lead many of PCC’s cattle and outreach programs. “The people who are working with and helping our family - I just love them to death. I don’t know
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how to express how much they mean to us. They are family,” Beth shared. Throughout the difficulties of the past few years, the Pembrook family has witnessed an outpouring of support from people in the livestock community. Beth views Influence Livestock Ministries, the MEB project, and the family’s other efforts as a way of expressing gratitude for the support they have
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received while extending that same kindness to those in need. “This past year, we have been so humbled by the love people have shown our family. What we are doing is a way for us to show our love back to our community and livestock family,” Beth shared. She added, “And to God be the glory. It's all about that. It's not us. It's God showing us what to do. It's love going back to the industry.” To describe all that she feels, THE STOCKMAN AG-EXTRA | October 2026
hopes, and believes after the past three years, Beth turns to 1 Peter 4:8-10 - a passage urging people to love each other deeply, offer hospitality, and use their gifts to serve others. In many ways, the Pembrook family is living out that calling: transforming their loss into service, gratitude into action, and faith into a lasting influence on the industry they love. learn more pembrookcattle.com 15
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Extension Education
University research you can use.
Mary Drewnoski, Nebraska Extension Beef Systems Specialist Jesse Fulton, Former BQA Coordinator University of NE - Lincoln, UNL Beef beef.unl.edu
IS YOUR FREE-CHOICE MINERAL PROGRAM MEETING YOUR COW-CALF NEEDS? New resources can help.
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ree-choice mineral is a common part of cow-calf management, but selecting the right product can be challenging. Forage mineral concentration, stage of production, mineral intake, and interactions among minerals all affect whether cattle are likely to meet their needs. To help producers work through those decisions, Nebraska Extension has developed a new mineral calculator tool with funding from NCR-SARE and the Iowa Beef Industry Council. The calculator is designed to help producers evaluate free-choice mineral products in relation to cattle requirements and the mineral contribution from forage and other feed sources. The mineral calculator and related resources can be found at: https://go.unl.edu/minerals
WHY THE MINERAL CALCULATOR CAN HELP Mineral decisions are not always straightforward. One of the major challenges with evaluating a mineral program is that cattle mineral requirements are expressed as a concentration in the total diet. However, a free-choice mineral mix is only a small fraction of what
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the animal consumes each day. This makes it difficult to look at a requirement, look at a mineral tag, and know whether the product is actually filling the gap. The mineral calculator is designed to overcome this barrier. In addition, some minerals interact with one another. This means that looking only at the concentration of one mineral may not accurately reflect what the animal can use. The calculator is designed to account for some of the common mineral interactions that influence mineral availability. The mineral calculator is intended to help producers compare mineral products and evaluate whether a supplement is likely to help meet the needs of the class of cattle being fed. It is a decision-support tool, meaning the results depend on the information and assumptions entered.
TIPS FOR USING THE MINERAL CALCULATOR Start with the class of cattle and production stage. Mineral needs are not the same for every animal. A lactating cow, a dry pregnant cow, and a growing calf have different requirements. Be sure the animal type and stage of production match
the cattle you are evaluating. Use forage test results when available. Forage can provide a substantial portion of some mineral needs, but forage mineral concentrations vary by forage type, maturity, soil, and weather. A forage mineral analysis from your own pasture or hay is best and will provide the most reliable results. When a forage test is not available, the calculator includes forage mineral values from samples submitted to Ward Laboratories over an 8-year period. These values are broken down by Nebraska region based on where samples were submitted and placed into regional libraries. These book values can provide a general estimate, but results should be interpreted with more caution because the actual forage being fed may be higher or lower than the average value. Pay attention to mineral mix intake. Free-choice mineral programs are built around expected intake, often expressed as ounces per head per day. If cattle consume less than expected, they may not receive enough supplemental mineral. If they consume more than expected, cost increases and some minerals may be oversupplied. Checking
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mineral disappearance is one of the most practical ways to evaluate whether intake is close to the target. Tips for managing mineral intake can be found at: https://go.unl.edu/ mineralintake In addition to herd-level intake management, it is important to remember that individual animals do not all consume the same amount of mineral. Some cows will consume more than the target intake and others will consume less. Accounting for intake variation may mean that some overage is needed in the mineral mix formulation to reduce the risk that a large portion of the herd does not meet requirements. For example, based on typical intake distributions observed within a herd, increasing the concentration of supplemental minerals in a 4-ounce mineral by 53% would be expected to meet the needs of approximately 75% of the cows in the herd. The calculator allows users to account for this variation by adding an enhancement to the mineral targets in the supplement.
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Remember that calves consume mineral too. In cow-calf pairs, mineral disappearance reflects intake by both cows and nursing calves. If calves have access to mineral, they can begin consuming mineral within the first few weeks of life. By 3 months of age, calves may consume 20 to 60% of the amount consumed by cows. Accounting for this additional intake is important for ensuring that disappearance is high enough to allow the cows to meet their needs. For more information on nursing calf free-choice mineral intake, visit: https://go.unl.edu/ calfmineral
FINAL THOUGHTS Producers interested in improving their free-choice mineral program can use the calculator, webinar recordings, and related Nebraska Extension resources to work through key questions: • What are the mineral needs of the cattle being fed?
• What does the forage or diet already provide? • What does the mineral product add? • Are cattle consuming the needed amount? Free-choice mineral supplementation is often viewed as insurance, but the value of that insurance depends on whether the product fits the cattle, forage, and management situation. These new resources are intended to help producers make more informed decisions and get more value from their mineral program. Producers are also encouraged to reach out to their local Extension educator for help using the calculator and working through mineral decisions for their own operation. Courtesy University of NE - Lincoln, UNL Beef
Interviews with the authors of BeefWatch newsletter articles become available throughout the month of publication and are accessible at: www.go.unl.edu/podcast.
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08/22/25 • 21602419 SIRE CONNEALY COMMERCE MGS CONNEALY CONFIDENCE PLUS CED +5 BW +2.9 WW +93 YW +156 PAP +1.68 HP +8.9 MILK +30 CW +96 MRB +.98 RE +1.56 $M +96 $B +231 $C +396
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FINDING MORE FALL GRAZING DAYS T
here’s something about turning cows onto corn stalks that marks the change of seasons. Much like putting pairs on green pasture in the spring, it’s one of those moments cattlemen look forward to every year. With the right management, fall pasture, cover crops, and warm-season annual regrowth can all help keep cattle grazing longer and delay the day you have to start hauling feed.
PUT FALL GRASS TO WORK Timely late-summer and fall moisture can breathe new life into perennial pastures. That fresh growth can provide excellent nutrition, with protein levels sometimes approaching what we see in spring pasture. For cows still nursing big calves, that added nutrition comes at a good time.
COVER CROPS BRING QUALITY TO THE TABLE A diverse cover crop can be one of the highest-quality grazing resources available in the fall. Blends containing cereal grains, turnips, radishes, rapeseed and other species can create a balanced forage source with impressive protein and energy. This makes cover crops a great fit for animals with higher nutritional demands. For example, first-calf heifers and freshly weaned calves can make excellent use of that quality heading into winter.
Keep in mind, brassicas and other lush cover crop species can contain a lot of water, which means cattle can fill up before consuming enough dry matter. Adding access to corn stalks, crop residue or dry hay provides additional fiber and helps cattle make better use of the high-quality forage in front of them.
The challenge is that lush fall growth can be high in moisture and highly digestible, without much effective fiber to keep the rumen working the way it should. Pairing that pasture with a rougher hay source or giving cattle access to crop residue can help balance the diet. The goal is to take advantage of the quality in that new growth, while still providing enough dry matter and fiber.
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DON’T FORGET ABOUT ANNUAL REGROWTH Warm-season annuals can offer another opportunity to pick up grazing days. Forage sorghum, sorghum-sudangrass and millets that were harvested earlier in the season may produce enough regrowth to be valuable in the fall, but this is where good management matters. Nitrates can accumulate in annual forages, particularly when
plants experience drought or other environmental stress. Following a frost, sorghums also carry the risk of prussic acid. Avoid grazing stressed plants and make sure regrowth has reached a safe stage before turnout. Following a frost, give sorghum and sorghum-sudangrass adequate time before grazing. When conditions raise concerns, forage testing is a simple way to better understand nitrate or prussic acid risk before cattle enter the field.
MORE GRAZING DAYS ADD UP Fall grazing is ultimately about making the most of the forage already available on your operation. Not every group of cattle needs your highest-quality feed, either. Match the forage to the animal. Heifers and growing calves can take advantage of higher-quality cover crops and fall growth, while mature cows can make good use of corn stalks and lower-quality forage. Every additional week cattle can harvest their own feed means fewer days of starting a tractor, hauling hay and carrying feed costs through the winter. Pay attention to what’s growing, balance the ration when needed, and use each forage where it fits best. A little extra management this fall can keep cattle grazing longer and save some work when January rolls around. Photos courtesy Millborn learn more millbornseeds.com Millborn, Brookings, S.D. The team of folks at Millborn have roots that run deep in farming, agriculture, and in the overall respect for the landscape. They opened their doors in 1987 and continue to walk alongside farmers, ranchers, and landowners across thousands of acres throughout the Midwest.
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At the
Heart Of it All
By Cheryl Kepes photos courtesy Line family
At Triangle J Ranch, six generations of ranching heritage provide the foundation for a forward-thinking Simmental and SimAngus program. A im a dart at the center of a U.S. map, and it just might mark the spot of Triangle J Ranch. Located 30 miles northwest of Kearney, Neb., in the heart of the nation, the century-old ranch is an industry-leading producer of Simmental and SimAngus genetics.
The significance of their cattle roots is not lost on the Line family. “I think when you look back and see everyone that has been a part of the ranch over the years, you feel privileged to be running things now,” Darby Line shared.
FROM SHORTHORNS TO SIMMENTALS The Line ranch started in 1887 with Shorthorns. As each new generation took over the operation, new breeds were introduced. First came Herefords, followed by black
Steeped in the ranching traditions of the generations before them, Darby and Annette Line own and operate Triangle J Ranch. The Lines’ grandchildren represent the seventh generation to raise cattle on the family ranch.
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Angus to produce F1 black baldies. While in high school, Darby purchased his first Simmental heifers as a 4-H project. Those heifers were the catalyst for Darby’s passion for the Simmental breed. In the early 1990s, shortly after Darby and Annette got married, they had the opportunity to buy some leading Simmental genetics from a breeder who was dispersing his herd. “We were able to acquire some of the very top black Simmental genetics early on to start our herd. We were fortunate to be at the right place at the right time when those cattle became available,” Darby shared. The Lines’ operation has evolved into a Simmental powerhouse, selling 600-plus registered Simmental and SimAngus bulls a year through two production sales and private treaty. Triangle J Ranch runs a robust registered female program as well, marketing 300 females at its annual Harvest Select Female Sale the first Sunday in November. THE STOCKMAN AG-EXTRA | October 2026
BREEDING FOR BIG COUNTRY Triangle J Ranch has both commercial and registered customers across the country. Many of the Lines’ commercial cattle customers calve in Big Country, where the terrain is rough and forage is spotty. The Line family works to produce cattle that will thrive in difficult environments.
“We want to make sure that the cattle, first of all, are very sound, and then second, extremely functional. We want cattle that can flesh easy and are not going to fall apart when they get into different territories,” Darby explained. When making genetic decisions, the family also looks closely at udder quality. 35
MAKING GENETIC PROGRESS
PUTTING DNA TO WORK
The Lines utilize AI, ET, and DNA to make genetic advancements in their herd. Triangle J Ranch breeds all its heifers and cows via AI - about 1,600 a year before the females are placed with herd bulls.
Every animal born on the ranch has its DNA collected. DNA samples are submitted for analysis when the calves are 2 to 3 months old. “Information from the DNA is vital to our program,” Darby stated. “For example, we're finding out if the animal is going to be a high carcass animal or if it is going to be a high-growth animal. We're able to figure that out a lot sooner and help our program grow a lot quicker that way.”
Additionally, they follow a conventional ET program, implanting 600 embryos annually. The recipient cows are synchronized with the donor females, so the embryos can be implanted when they are fresh. “We feel like we're getting at least another 10 percent better conception rate using fresh embryos, sometimes more, and so that's always been our program,” Darby said. “We feel good about that and feel good about our conception rates.”
The DNA results are utilized in Triangle J Ranch’s breeding decisions. The Lines are flushing yearling heifers now, something they would not have done 10 years ago. “If everything is right in that cow family and the DNA is showing us that everything is what we expected it to be, then we're utilizing that female a lot quicker than we used to. So, it's helped us advance a lot sooner,” Darby added.
Several hundred frozen embryos are kept on hand just in case they are needed. The cows calve from January through March. A small group of cows calve in June to give customers the opportunity to purchase age-advantage bulls at Triangle J’s production sales.
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INCORPORATING NEW INITIATIVES Though black Simmentals have been Triangle J Ranch’s focus for decades, the Line family has incorporated red Simmental genetics into the program in recent years. Darby and Annette’s son, Dillan, has taken the lead with the new initiative. “We spent a lot of time developing our black and our homozygous black bloodlines and just thought maybe this would be a great way for Dillan to start something fresh and new to the operation, and he's done a fantastic job of bringing some red Simmental genetics into the program. It's worked really well,” Darby explained. Dillan kicked-started the red Simmental herd with the purchase of genetics from Willie Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch in Fort Collins, Colo. The relationship between Triangle J Ranch and Willie Altenburg Super Baldy Ranch has evolved to include an annual bull sale. In THE STOCKMAN AG-EXTRA | October 2026
March 2027, the two ranches will host the fifth annual Colorado Select bull sale. Triangle J Ranch’s bulls in the Colorado Select bull sale are taken to Willie Altenburg’s ranch in Colorado in January each year. This gives the bulls time to acclimate to the environment and undergo pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP) testing at a higher altitude.
SERVING CUSTOMERS Another new initiative for Triangle J Ranch is its TJ Feeders website developed to help customers market their feeder cattle, replacement heifers, and bred heifers. Creyton Line, who is currently finishing his degree in agricultural economics at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln (UNL), is spearheading this 37
IT TAKES A TEAM
effort to provide another marketing avenue for customers. From the get-go, customer service has been a top priority. Whether it’s assistance selling animals, choosing the right herd bull, or finding replacement females, the Lines say they give their all to help their customers. “I hope that people understand 38
that we're here for them, and that customer service is the most important thing to us. We want to make sure that no matter what, they're happy with the end product, and if they're not, we want to take care of them, and we want to try to find that animal that maybe fits their operation a little bit better,” Darby said.
An operation as large and progressive as Triangle J Ranch requires a unique team. Darby and Annette have been at the helm from the beginning. Dillan returned to the ranch full time 10 years ago after completing his bachelor’s degree at the University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK). Creyton plans to return to the ranch when he graduates from UNL in December 2026. The Lines’ other sons also have a heart for agriculture; Travis works for CoBank, Jason works as an insurance business developer with Farm Credit, and Braxton is continuing his academic, athletic, and extracurricular activities at Sumner-Eddyville-Miller High School. October 2026 | THE STOCKMAN AG-EXTRA
Working side-by-side with the Line family is a team of full-time employees who are integral to the ranch’s success. “Jeremy Cast has been a herdsman for many years and does a tremendous job, and we're very fortunate to have some other really good full-time help who have been here many years.
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We are so very appreciative of our employees,” Darby shared. When Darby takes the brief quiet moments to reflect on the life and ranch his family has built, he knows that at the heart of it all is a deep gratitude for what the generations before him set in motion. “I’ve
been very fortunate that I have had such a good start with my parents and grandparents, and that I’m able to do this now. Hopefully we can carry that on, pass it down to our boys, and continue the tradition,” he shared. learn more trianglejranch.com
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JANSSEN ETHELDA 5038 – This valuable JANSSEN DONNA 5072 – This high quality heifer bred heifer is from the mating of Coleman Rio produced in the Coleman embryo program is sired by 2526 with a maternal sister to the record-selling Hummel Argentine from the proven donor Coleman Janssen Dillinger 4085. She sells due to the Donna 7221 who is from the mating of SAV Renown $100,00 Sitz Prototype 729N. 3439 with Coleman Donna 714. She sells.
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Veterinarian View
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HAIRY HEEL WARTS IN COW-CALF OPERATIONS H
airy heel warts, also known as digital dermatitis, are a growing issue for beef cattle producers. Though originally a common foot-related problem for the dairy industry, hairy heel warts are now a concern for feedlot operators and cow-calf producers. At one point in my veterinary schooling, I was told about this dairy-related issue and I wasn’t too concerned. However, after more than 10 years in practice, hairy heel warts are one of the most challenging and prevalent issues I see in beef cattle.
WHAT ARE THEY? Hairy heel warts are not actually warts but are associated with bacteria known as Treponema. The specific agents involved are not yet fully understood, and we will learn more about this as research continues. Treponema can cause ulcer-type lesions on an animal’s heel, between the toes, and even progress upward toward the dewclaw. Hairy heel warts are quite painful to cattle, and their symptoms are a red flag to producers that something is wrong.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS? Producers will notice animals displaying a toe-touching type stance accompanied by a severe limp. Many times, these lesions are misdiagnosed as foot rot or an injury and thus incorrectly treated. Over time, the lesions can develop into a wart-like appearance with filaments protruding outward. The lesions can also develop a wave-like shape of growths above the coronary band on or near the heel bulbs as the filaments protrude with the ulceration.
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Sometimes larger wart-like lesions can be seen on the front side of the foot and usually indicate that the issue has been ongoing for some time. In some cases, the ulceration and injury to the band can lead to foot rot as well.
WHAT ARE THE CHALLENGES? Now, this is where hairy heel warts get complicated. The condition is highly contagious, and the Treponema-type bacteria are known as spirochetes, which means the bacteria can burrow into the soil and remain for quite some time. Estimates on how long the bacteria can remain in the soil vary depending on conditions (dry versus wet) and are not well established, with most estimates saying 8 months to a year, while others suggest it may remain even longer. We currently see it more in environments where conditions are muddier compared to sandy or drier environments. Another challenge is that once an animal has the wart-like lesions, the condition is not necessarily curable. Additionally, there is a very realis-
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tic possibility that the bacteria can remain ‘dormant,’ reactivate in a damp environment, seed the soil and spread to other cows that were unaffected. On top of that, regular antibiotic injections that may be used to treat foot rot are not effective in treating hairy heel warts.
WHAT ARE THE TREATMENT OPTIONS? There are some treatments that can help. Topical treatments, including cleaning the lesion, applying topical tetracycline and wrapping the foot, appear to temporarily resolve the issue if caught early enough. Topical control measures like footbaths with copper sulfate, formalin, and other products are commonly used in both the dairy and feedlot industries. This would be more challenging to attempt in the cow-calf industry especially during the summer pasture season if an issue or flare-up were to arise. In the feedlot setting, it has been seen to affect over 40 percent of the animals in a single pen. In cow-calf operations, prevalence seems to be somewhat lower but that may continue to increase over time if we are not proactive.
WHAT ARE THE PREVENTION MEASURES? With all the challenges and limitations, priority number one should be monitoring new animals entering the herd. Evaluate the feet closely at sale time and look for lameness. Producers should be asking themselves, ‘What are we able to do to try and keep this from affecting our herd?’ When animals come home, evaluate their feet closely again. One can create an affordable footbath option for the new arrivals
- I think that is good to do as well for foot rot - or look into spraying with a topical solution. Maintaining good pen hygiene and keeping manure and mud piles cleaned up to provide dry dirt lots will also help reduce the spread. Feet and structure are always important to examine when buying cattle, and keeping this issue out of your herd provides even more reason to closely assess those traits. Dr. Joshua Beutler is an owner and veterinarian at Pender Veterinary Clinic in Pender, Nebraska. He is a 2016 graduate of Iowa State University.
As of now, there is no vaccine, but I have visited with many professors at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine who have started to look into and consider an autogenous type of vaccine in hopes of providing an effective prevention tool in the future. As mentioned, a lot remains unknown as Treponema species are hard to culture for a vaccine, and it remains uncertain if there’s more at play than just the Treponema species.
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Raymond Sutton Ranch recently held its 75th annual Quarter Horse production sale, the oldest of its kind in the world. What has allowed this family tradition to endure for 75 years, and what has remained constant throughout the decades?
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Our horses continue to be a large portion of our ranching focus, from those first three mares bought from Stanley Mayfield during a Texas drought to today. It has always been a challenge. Like the cattle market, there are ups and downs. You tighten your belt and look forward to next year. Until COVID-19, we had always hosted the sale at the ranch. COVID-19 forced us to move the sale online, and our customers like the convenience. They know that if they want to see the horses in person, they are always welcome to come to the ranch."
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The Sutton family has raised horses for more than a century. What traits are non-negotiable in a horse’s bloodline, conformation, and disposition for it to be a top performer in your program?
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Today, few horses are ridden daily and over many miles. Disposition has to be one of the most important traits. Saddle up today and have a mount in three months that does not need to be bucked out and ridden miles to settle down. Many of our customers comment on how easygoing our horses are. They are dependable partners for work or play. Good conformation is also important. It is not unusual to have a customer call and say, “I bought the horse as a weanling and it is in its late teens. Do you have anything with the same bloodlines for a replacement?” Our primary focus is an allaround type of horse. A working partner today and a competitor next week. We have some of the current “hot bloodlines”. We also retain those bloodlines that we have developed over the years, with the conformation, intelligence, and disposition that have driven our breeding program for 75 years. It is equally important for the owner to find what the horse likes to do and develop that talent."
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You and your daughter, Dr. Heather Sutton, have run the ranch together since your husband, Raymond, passed away in 2005. What has been most rewarding about building the next chapter of the ranch alongside your daughter?
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I taught school for 40 years and Heather was actively practicing veterinary medicine in another state. After Ray’s death, we both had to learn about the nuts and bolts of running a ranch by ourselves. We have learned a lot in the last 20 years. We continue to run a successful ranch that produces cattle, horses, and bison with most of the labor falling on us."
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Many of your horses have won national championships, earned rodeo titles, and become trusted working partners on ranches across the country. What does it mean to you to see horses raised at Raymond Sutton Ranch to go on to make an impact in the lives and livelihoods of their owners?
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We have always strived to keep current with customer needs. To see the success that our horses achieve in various disciplines makes us very proud. It also tells us that we are on the right track with our breeding program. Those successful nicks are repeated as we see or hear about horses that have been successful in their job or in competition. One of our most gratifying things is the AQHA Young Horse Development Project. Each year we donate foals to youth who take them through their first year. Seeing how these horses impact the youth who receive them is wonderful. Not every one of the foals goes on to be a superstar, but the influence that they have on their young owners is beyond description."
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Tell us about a few of your favorite Quarter Horses through the years and what made each one special.
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I envied my friends as I was growing up because they had beautiful Quarter Horses. My grade mare was great, but…my first Quarter Horse was my wedding present. Sokotas Dream was a daughter of one of the Texas mares. She won me my first reserve championship, standing behind Howard Pitzer’s Miss Buckets, who was the AQHA High Point mare that year. Bills Winning Colors and Impressive Peggy brought home halter and performance awards. Solid Gold Edition earned his Superior and was fourth in AQHA yearend standings for aged stallions. Rock Win competed at the world in pleasure driving and Tara Rock won awards in the cutting pen. I was the only one to fit and show them."
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In addition to producing world-renowned Quarter Horses, Raymond Sutton Ranch runs a century-old buffalo herd and a cattle operation. How do the three enterprises complement one another and contribute to the overall vision of the ranch?
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Diversity is a good thing. If the market is down for one species, it may be that another will pick up the slack. We in the ag community take great pride in the generational aspect of agriculture. Heather is a fourth-generation rancher. We take pride in being good stewards of the land and providing an environment that allows both domestic and wild animals to thrive."
As you look toward the next 75 years, what do you hope the future holds for Raymond Sutton Ranch?
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We are the end of the ranch-minded generation. The nephews and nieces have no interest in continuing the ranch. We hope to find a solution that will preserve the ranch in its natural state. The area around us and some of our land is currently broken and farmed. It is very important to us that the grassland remain untouched."
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BD: 02/01/25 • AAA: 21198723 S: B A R Dynamic CED: 15 BW: -2.9 WW: 77 YW: 137 SC: 1.13 Milk: 34 CW: 52 Marb: 0.74 RE: 0.68 $M: 76 $B: 144 $C: 263
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BD: 02/03/25 • AAA: 21219313 S: B A R Dynamic CED: 10 BW: -1.3 WW: 79 YW: 136 SC: -0.11 Milk: 29 CW: 47 Marb: 1.08 RE: 0.35 $M: 48 $B: 143 $C: 233
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Sale Barn Study
A review of the current cattle market.
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all is here and so are falling cattle markets. Uncertainty is the forecast for the current market. The administration’s goals of cheaper beef have definitely slowed the momentum we had in late July. The 300,000 metric tons of tariff-free Brazilian beef has really been hard on the fat cattle trade. The unexpected closing of the Tyson plant in Joslin, Illinois, sent waves of fear across the Midwest. Ironically, both events happened in the same week, leaving many family feeders wondering where their cattle could be processed. All of this is happening while we are at the lowest cow herd level in 75 years. On the brighter side, this uncertainty has rekindled the conversation of implementing Mandatory Country-of-Origin Labeling (MCOOL) legislation for beef products. MCOOL would require retail food stores to label beef products with information about country of origin. Many claim that would give our nation’s cow herds a chance to differentiate U.S beef from imported beef. President Trump has signed an executive order instructing the USDA to work with the U.S. Trade Representative to conduct an economic analysis of the impact of MCOOL and make legislative recommendations. 62
Feeder calves will be starting to move here in the next couple of months. Cost of gains will be higher, as corn has jumped to well over $5. With the short supply of calves, I still believe the competition for good, weaned calves will be strong. The yearling market should pick back up here towards early winter, as supplies will be short for placements. An 800-weight steer will still bring $3.40 in the northern region. The fat cattle trade, coming off historic highs in July, has slipped back from $2.65 to $2.18–$2.20. During that time, box beef fell from $4.10 down to $3.60. Seems to happen every year after the July 4th weekend. At the time of publication, box beef sits at $3.77 for choice cuts. If we can keep the boxes in the upper $3s to $4 range, the fat cattle will follow back up. Stock cows and bulls have come off highs as well. Many of the fed cows have dropped from $2.00 to $1.75. Kill bulls will still bring $2.30–$2.40. There has been a light test on the bred cows and heifers, but I expect many of those will start trading in November once crops are out. Look for several bred heifers to be marketed by the first of the year. There is still a shortage of good, honest cows in the country.
There will be a few more complete dispersals to sell this winter, and those cows always top the market. Replacement heifer calves are still demanding top dollar. Recently, we sold a set of 700-weight heifers over $2,850 per head. As harvest continues to be in full swing, I pray that you have a safe and plentiful crop. I hope your fall weaning goes well and that you have plenty of cow chow made for winter. If you’re interested in selling or buying or want to talk cattle, give me a shout. And remember our beef isn’t too high! Roman Schooley, Bloomfield, Iowa Roman Schooley owns Bloomfield Livestock Market and Schooley Cattle Co. in Bloomfield, Iowa. As president of Schooley Cattle Co., Roman leads the breeding decisions of the seedstock operation which consists of 550 registered Simmental and Angus cows. Schooley Cattle Co. utilizes IVF to produce breed leading genetic advancement. The company hosts an annual production sale the first Friday in February at the ranch; selling 18-monthold and yearling bulls and a select group of open and bred heifers. Roman also owns and assists in the operations at Bloomfield Livestock Market which primarily serves producers in Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. He and his wife, Elizabeth, have three children: Hannah (23), Haven (20), Houstin (17), and one grandson, Weaver (2 months).
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harvesting blessings. As we turn the page to fall, we're reminded that every season has its purpose. The changing landscape and cooler days encourage us to slow down, take note of where we've been, and look ahead to what lies before us. In agriculture, this time of year is often filled with long days and plenty to do. It's also a season that reminds us of the value of hard work, patience, and perseverance. As harvest and weaning cattle unfolds and another growing season nears its end, there is much to be thankful for, even amid the challenges that are part of this way of life. Fall is also a good time to reflect on the blessings we sometimes overlook. The support of family and friends, the strength of our rural communities, and the opportunity to work with the land are gifts worth appreciating. Through every season, faith provides a steady foundation, reminding us to trust God's plan and be grateful for His many provisions. Thank you for being part of The Stockman community. We appreciate your readership and your commitment to the agricultural industry. As the season changes, we wish you a safe, productive, and rewarding fall filled with gratitude, faith, and countless blessings.
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traight How did you prepare for the competition? Describe the moment you learned you had been named the 2026 World Livestock Auctioneer Champion. What went through your mind? I knew after the runner-up and reserve champion were named that I had a good shot at being named champion. I knew my performance was strong enough in the auctioneering portion to put me in the running. When my name was announced as champion, emotions from lots of hard days and moments learning the craft were hard to hold back. It was so special to be able to join a list of so many respected and talented individuals that I have looked up to."
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Your father, Ty Thompson, and grandfather, Warren Thompson, are both highly respected in the livestock auction industry. How did watching them work influence your decision to pursue a career in livestock auctioneering? My grandfather and father are both incredibly knowledgeable and committed in this industry. I definitely had a unique opportunity to learn from their decades of experience and passion for the business. They learned a lot of lessons the hard way, so I didn’t have to."
I had competed twice before, so I had a good idea of what to expect. I tried to practice competition level auctioneering day-to-day. That way when it was time for the contest, I was able to treat it like just another day. I also tried to sharpen and expand my knowledge of the industry as much as possible, so I felt comfortable with what I was talking about."
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A conversation with everyday Stockmen,
Jace Thompson Momentum Industries, Billings, Mont.
Every auctioneer has a unique style and cadence. What sets your approach apart?
At 23, you are entering the livestock auctioneering industry at an exciting time. What do you see as the biggest challenges and opportunities facing the livestock marketing industry in the years ahead?
I try to have a chant that’s versatile in any situation no matter what I’m selling or who I’m selling to. I try my hardest to be clear and concise, easy to understand. I have been fortunate to have been able to sell many different things in many different situations."
As World Champion, you will serve as an ambassador for the Livestock Marketing Association (LMA) and the livestock marketing industry throughout the year. What do you hope to accomplish in that role?
What is your favorite part of being a livestock auctioneer?
I will have an opportunity to travel the country to work with auction markets and their customers. I will be able to keep these market owners and producers updated on some of LMA’s most current developments. Most of all, I want to promote and support the auction way of doing business. It is what keeps these rural communities alive and allows producers of all sizes to continue operating in the most profitable way possible. I also want to use my platform to create some enthusiasm in the younger generation to get involved in all levels of our industry, especially the cow/calf production level."
What is the most unusual thing you’ve ever sold from the auction block?
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My favorite part of being a livestock auctioneer would be the variety of people, places, operations, and quality that I get to see week to week. Also, being able to be a small part in helping the producers in this country succeed is a rewarding feeling."
Nothing overly unusual, probably pretty boring compared to others. I have sold some pretty interesting vehicles: limousines, a monster truck, and even a bullet proof van in Asia."
I think that our industry faces more pressing issues now than ever. In my opinion, there are two things that are bigger issues over a number of close seconds. First, would be the lack of interest and participation in our industry from the next generation. A lot of this is caused by lack of access to land, capital through lending, and having to compete with the ultra-wealthy to land on a ranch. Also, an issue would be the nature and demanding hours of the work. The second issue, which ties into the first, would be consolidation and loss of production agriculture land to big money, recreation, and conservation. We are seeing ranches get gobbled up at an alarming rate and if not destocked completely, only stocked to a partial capacity. This poses a threat to the independent production of beef, which I feel is what makes our industry so special. There are many other issues facing our industry now as well. Most of which have been addressed by the Common Ground Coalition in their summit meetings." photo credit Horizon Marketing Agency 69
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