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Profiles
10 | A Living Legacy
Sunnyslope Angus celebrates 121 years of Registered Black Angus.
26 | Good Doin’ for Generations
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The family business spans generations at Wiese & Sons.
36 | The Last Big Farm Showcases Angus Uruguay hosts the 2019 World Angus Secretariat.
Extension Education
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18 | Getting Heifers Ready to Breed
with Taylor Grussing, SDSU Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist
Leading the Way
22 | Thinking Outside the Box
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with B. Lynn Gordon, Leader Consulting, LLC
Veterinarian View 42 | Synchronizing Cattle
with Dr. Vince Collison, Collison Embryo
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46 | Feedlot & Carcass Data, Increase Profits
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by Jennifer Carrico for American Red Angus Magazine
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Straight Up
54 | Dennis Deppe
A conversation with Dennis Deppe, Deppe Angus cover image by Legacy Livestock Imaging Mill Brae Ranch, Maple Hill, Kansas
Editor’s Note
Katie Delaney Johnson, Managing Editor 507.820.0803 | katie@stockmanmag.com
uncomfortable. It’s that time again, time to put myself ‘out there’ and share my thoughts with literally thousands of people. It always makes me a little uncomfortable, as I don’t consider myself a writer or even a social person. (Just ask my husband, you don’t have to tell me twice to stay home on a Saturday night!) In fact, when we started this magazine, I told Bill our readers didn’t need to hear from me every issue, he disagreed. And I must admit, pushing myself outside my comfort zone isn’t always bad. B. Lynn Gordon offers some great ideas on doing just that in her ‘Leading the Way’ column beginning on page 22. I hope you will take the time to read through our pages this issue; if you can find a few spare moments between breeding, planting, and Spring cleaning! We profile two wonderfully historic programs that are still going strong today. Plus a few new things- a fantastic recap of the World Angus Secretariat held in Uruguay (pg. 36) and an interesting read provided by the Red Angus Association of America on feedlot and carcass data (pg. 46). With Summer on the way (I hope), we are taking a break from our regular schedule. Look for our next issue in early August. And when you find yourself in the pasture this summer planning your Fall offering, be sure to give us a call. Our Herd Consultants are eager to get to know your programs, and really, who doesn’t love a good pasture tour?! Until next time, here’s to sunny days and sprinting calves in green pastures!
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Living Legacy
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by Julie Abrahamson Ekstrom photos courtesy Sunnyslope Angus
Sunnyslope Angus celebrates 121 years of Registered Black Angus.
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above Three generations work together on Sunnyslope to maintain the herd of registered black Angus cattle that Peter Abrahamson established in 1898. below Sunnyslope’s historic farmstead (shown here in 1906) is home to one of the oldest herds of registered black Angus cattle in the country.
where time appears to have paused for over a century. Timber-framed barns and hay sheds, along with a granary, chicken house, and collection of small utility buildings, secure the southern half of the farmyard. Constructed in the late 1800s, these red-painted structures have withstood decades of storms, sun, snow, and substantial use, yet they continue to offer service to the ever-evolving needs of the farm. The home that my THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
great-grandfather built in 1892, to replace the original log cabin, anchors the northern half of the farmstead. Lilacs anoint the air each spring. Maple and walnut trees offer cool shade in the summer. Apple trees and grapevines bear fruit in the fall for homemade pies and jellies. A windbreak of ancient evergreens shields the home from blizzard gales in the winter. The entire homestead sits in the shadow of a grassy slope which rises at a steep incline, dominating the southern horizon. On this sun-washed
hillside, one of America’s oldest herds of registered black Angus cattle grazes quietly, unaffected by its sweeping view of the Root River Valley below. In 2010, I returned to that seemingly timeless place with my husband, Keith, to raise our children and continue my family’s long legacy of stewarding the land and raising black Angus cattle. The history of our farm began in the heart of a brave tenyear-old boy named Iver, who
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left his Norwegian homeland in 1849 to seek a better life in the Promised Land called “America”. He and his family endured a perilous voyage across the Atlantic to create a fresh start in the fertile soils of the Midwestern frontier. The European immigrants became American pioneers and farmed in Iowa for seven years before moving north to the Minnesota Territory. In 1863, my great-great-grandfather started purchasing parcels of land from the Southern Minnesota Railroad, establishing a farm of his own. While the Civil
he named Sunny Slope Stock Farm, Peter built most of the buildings seen today. He also established a myriad ofenterprises: Percheron horses, Poland China swine, Shropshire sheep, white Wyandotte chickens, Shorthorn cattle, and dairy cows. His pride and joy, though, was his herd of black Angus cattle, which he founded in 1898. Peter purchased an Angus bull (Duke of Lanesboro, 27152) from John Milne of Prosper, Minnesota—the first importer to Minnesota of black Angus from Scotland— and an Angus heifer (Ivy of
build a crate, and ship it home by railroad express. In the winter of 1903, Peter actually delivered four young bulls to farmers in the Spring Valley area by sleigh—a 60-mile round trip. He traveled often to Angus sales and meetings, and in 1915 he was instrumental in launching the Minnesota Angus Association, serving as its first secretary. An early 1900s newspaper profile claimed, “Pete never gives you a ‘bum steer’ and is always on deck with the right kind of bull.” He took a leading interest in movements that advanced the
“The highlight of his [Philip Abrahamson] 50-year career has been guiding the herd of Angus cattle into the exciting arena of performance testing.”
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War exploded in the East, Iver undertook the difficult task of breaking sod in the newly formed state of Minnesota, bringing a sense of order to the ancient land, until illness claimed his life prematurely in 1869.
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Iver died shortly after the birth of his only child, a son, who grew up to continue the work his father began. Taking over management of the farm in 1892, Peter Abrahamson had the unique opportunity to experience the transition of Minnesota agriculture from mere subsistence farming to business farming. During his stewardship of the farm, which
Canton, 26004) from James Donald of Canton, Minnesota. (Their pedigrees can be viewed on the American Angus Association’s website today.) The farm’s first registered Angus were sold in 1900, and by 1902, the herd had grown to over thirty head. Throughout Peter’s collection of farm diaries are notations of when people inquired about the Angus, the bulls he sold, trips he took with or for the animals, and when a cow gave birth. Quite often, cattle buyers would call on the farm, stay overnight, pick out their animal the following day,
welfare of the American farmer, and his obituaries described him as “a great Angus man.” One of Peter’s sons, Arnold, took over the management of Sunnyslope in the 1940s. Farming was transitioning into an era of specialized production; farmers would prove most efficient and productive if they concentrated on one enterprise. Arnold gradually phased out his father’s many livestock enterprises and focused solely on the 50-cow herd of Angus cattle. Arnold’s only child, my father, Philip, became the fourth caretaker of Sunnyslope. The highlight of his 50-year career stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
above Bulls penned for viewing on sale day.
above Philip and Ruth Abrahamson are celebrating 121 years of producing high quality, performance tested Angus cattle. (Photo by Michael Tedesco.)
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creating genetic advancement of his Angus cattle through scientific measurement rather than through aesthetic, visual perspective. Birth weights, weaning weights, yearling weights, and grades were recorded on each animal, and the American Angus Association calculated a performance ratio
for each bull and heifer based on that data. Though it was sometimes controversial in those early years, Dad believed performance testing was a way to the future. He hosted field days to demonstrate techniques and educate other agriculturalists on its advantages, and he
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has been guiding the herd of Angus cattle into the exciting arena of performance testing. In 1960, he joined the American Angus Association’s Angus Herd Improvement Record program. He also became the first breeder to work with University of Minnesota staff to develop a method for
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above S S Odyssey H71 was the top-selling bull in Sunnyslope’s 2018 production sale. Part of the Genex line-up, Odyssey ranks in the top 1% of the Angus breed for Weaning Weight, Yearling Weight, Docility, $Weaning, and $Beef, among others. An ease of calving bull, Genex states, “Odyssey symbolizes the future of the beef industry.” right Keith Ekstrom and the Angus cows enjoy relaxing after the busy A.I. season.
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participated in a video with other farmers who were trying this new system of improving herd genetics. Dad was one of three beef producers invited to the American Angus Association to tell the field men about the importance of performance testing, as many were skeptical at the time. After they entered the meeting room, the secretary of the association locked the doors behind them and told the field men, “You’re going to listen to these guys!”
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Gradually, scientific data began to replace subjective data. As testing evolved, Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs)
yielded objective, measurable differences between animals and allowed comparisons between herds. In 1978 my parents, Phil and Ruth, held Sunnyslope’s first annual production sale (until then, cattle had been sold private treaty). Over the years, Sunnyslope’s breeding program has produced a number of bulls who have made their mark on the industry like S S Rito 8221 X01 (“Super X”), S S Rito 0715 OH3 (“The Mathematician”), S S Traveler 6T6, S S Traveler 6807 T510, S S Objective 0T26, and S S Odyssey H71. Semen from Ob-
jective and T510 has been used widely in the United States, as well as foreign markets. Objective, sold to ABS in Sunnyslope’s 2001 production sale, came onto the scene at a time when it was believed that one bull couldn’t have it all: calving ease, growth, and carcass traits. Objective proved it was possible, and the impact he has had on the Angus breed is still felt today. Odyssey was 2018’s top-selling yearling bull. Part of the Genex line-up, Odyssey ranks in the top 1% of the Angus breed for Weaning Weight, Yearling Weight, Docility, stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
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$Weaning, and $Beef, among others. A calving ease bull, Genex states, “Odyssey symbolizes the future of the beef industry.” Today our operation consists of 200 cows on 700 acres. We work diligently to keep pace with the changing trends, but the main focus of our program
is breeding docile, easy-calving animals that grow and grade well. Our goal is to help our customers efficiently produce high-quality beef. We do this by producing animals that possess a desirable combination of economic traits. We believe the price spread between Prime, Choice, and Select grades illustrates the impor-
tance that high quality beef has in today’s marketplace. In these challenging economic times, investing in high EPD bulls to produce high grading animals is key to putting more dollars in the farmer’s pocket. Keith implemented genomic testing on all of Sunnyslope’s bulls and heifers, and in a relatively short time it has proven itself to be an important management tool. By sampling an animal’s DNA, we can more accurately determine its actual genetics before that animal has any calves on the ground. To better serve our valued customers, we have invested in this technology to help them purchase their bulls and heifers with added confidence. This data helps our customers select breeding stock for the traits they are looking for in order to produce calves with increased potential. My great-grandfather’s life ambition was to raise better livestock, and that remains our primary aim 121 years later. When Peter’s health failed in 1938, he managed to scrawl a final entry into his farm diary: “I looked after the cattle.” Now his great-great-grandchildren love to look after the cattle. The farm is their favorite place to be, which is a sign that our family’s relationship with black Angus cattle will continue for some time to come.
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top Philip Abrahamson showed Angus steers in the early 1950s. bottom Sunnyslope’s sixth generation helps carry on the long tradition of registered black Angus cattle.
Sunnyslope Angus will hold its 42nd production sale on Monday, June 3rd, at 1:00 p.m., at the Lanesboro Sales Commission in Lanesboro, Minnesota. To request a sale catalog please call 507-467-3701, or view it online at ssangus.com.
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Extension Education
University research you can use.
contributed article by Taylor Grussing, South Dakota State University Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist www.extension.sdstate.edu
GETTING REPLACEMENT HEIFERS READY TO BREED By now, most producers are in the heart of the calving season or even nearing the end, which means that breeding season is right around the corner. Therefore, replacement heifers are closing in on one year of age and should be showing signs that they are ready to begin the breeding season. Producers should take some time to evaluate replacement heifers’ health, nutrition and reproductive status. This will increase breeding success, with heifers that will perform and are good representation of the females that should enter the mature cow herd.
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First, replacement heifers should be given pre-breeding vaccinations at least 30 days prior to breeding to protect them from infectious reproductive diseases such as leptospirosis, IBR, and BVD. These conditions can be detrimental to fertility as they contribute to embryonic losses in addition to losses
later in gestation. Heifers may need booster doses of these vaccines, so timing should be carefully considered and discussed with a veterinarian. Brucellosis, or “Bangs,” vaccination should also be considered. This vaccine is administered by an accredited veterinarian when the heifer is between 4 and 12 months of age. There is no longer a national or state requirement for brucellosis vaccination, but vaccinated animals are better able to move between states (as a result of the orange identification “Bangs tag” applied at the time of vaccination) and are protected against the disease should it show up in the region.
NUTRITION Next, heifers need to have good nutritional management to reach a target weight by breeding time. Research has shown that developing heifers to 55 – 65% of mature body weight by breeding aids in pregnancy success due to more heifers reaching puberty and cycling
prior to breeding season. Development below 55% can lead to fewer heifers reaching puberty at breeding and delayed conceptions. Knowing mature cow weights and current heifer weights will help determine the required rate-of-gain needed to attain desired target weight by breeding time.
REPRODUCTIVE STATUS Reproductive Tract Scoring Heifers must reach puberty by 15 months of age if they are to calve by 24 months. Therefore, heifers that reach puberty at an earlier age than their counterparts prior to breeding (due to nutrition, genetics, environment, etc.) are more likely to experience multiple estrous cycles before the breeding season. This can have a positive effect on conception, leading to earlier calving during her first year and also in consecutive years, allowing her to wean more pounds over her lifetime. However, it can be difficult to determine the exact age at puberty without
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Table 1. Reproductive tract score (RTS) system and measurements associated with scores (Anderson et al., 1991). Ovarian Ovarian Ovarian Uterine Horns (daime- length height width RTS ter, mm) (mm) (mm) (mm) Ovarian structures <20 mm, 1 Immature, 15 10 8 No palpable follicles No tone 2
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RTS is a subjective measurement that involves palpation of uterine tone, uterine size and ovarian structures of the reproductive tract to determine sexual maturity of the heifer. A scoring system 1 through 5 is available for determining an RTS of each female based on a combination of the previous palpation measurements, along with ovarian length, height and width. A score of 1 would be immature/prepubertal, 2 or 3 refer to peripubertal, with 4 and 5 indicating pubertal females with presence of dominant ovarian structures.
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Figure 1. Rice pelvimeter is one tool that can be used to measure pelvic area in replacement heifers.
A trained veterinarian can perform RTS in a matter of seconds and this practice could be done at Bangs vaccination time if performed no sooner than 10 - 12 months of age. Females with higher RTS are likely more fertile and will conceive earlier in the first breeding season, as well as stay in the herd longer than immature, prepubertal females.
PELVIC MEASUREMENTS Also, measuring pelvic area is a practice that can be performed in replacement heifers that may be helpful
Figure 2. Indication of where pelvic area measurements are taken using the pelvimeter.
in identifying females that could be prone to future calving difficulty if the pelvic canal is smaller than desired for anticipated calf birth weight. Pelvic area will not likely have an effect on fertility directly; however, it may predict future dystocia events. If dystocia occurs, it will decrease pregnancy rates by extending the postpartum period, delaying estrus and reducing conception rates. Pelvic area is measured using a pelvimeter introduced into the rectum which will measure the height and width of the pelvis at the widest
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watching them constantly for visual signs of estrus. Reproductive tract scoring (RTS) and pelvic measurements can be assessed 4 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 6 weeks prior to breeding replacement heifers to see if they are reaching puberty and if they should be bred or if value can be realized by feeding them in the feedlot.
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points. These measurements are multiplied together and measures the area in square centimeters (cm2). Average pelvic area for a 600 lb. heifer is 140 cm2 (11.5 cm wide x 12.5 cm high) with the ability to deliver a 67 lb. calf. Pelvic area continues to grow at 0.27 cm2/day until 2
years of age and then slows through maturity.
IN SUMMARY
heifers that will work for them and keep high-quality females entering the cow herd as replacements year after year.
These are only some of the management tips that can be implemented into heifer development programs to assist producers in raising
References: Anderson, K. J., D. G. Lefever, J. S. Brinks, and K.G. Odde. 1991. The use of reproductive tract scoring in beef heifers. Agri-Practice 12(4): 19. Perry, G. A., and M. F. Smith. 2014. Keys to Successful estrus synchronization and artificial insemination programs. Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle Proceedings; Stillwater, Oklahoma. Torell, R., G. Veserat, B. Kvasnicka, K. Conley, L. Krysil, and B. Bruce. 2007. Heifer development: the key to a profitable cow herd. University of Nevada, Reno School of Veterinary Medicine. South Dakota State University Extension For more information regarding beef cattle nutrition or calving questions contact Taylor Grussing at 605-995-7378 or taylor.grussing@sdstate. edu or another specialist at our new webpage extension.sdstate.edu (https://extension.sdstate.edu/about/our-experts)
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THINKING OUTSIDE THE BOX We have all heard the saying, ‘Thinking outside the box,’ referencing the need to get out of our comfort zones and think about options we normally would not consider. For some, the unknown can make them nervous, anxious, and unwilling to change. For others, innovation is exciting and easily embraced.
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Agriculture is steeped in tradition making it both unique and challenging. Change can cause stress, so we stick with our regular routine. History has shown us that, in some instances, some time-tested agricultural practices are best. Embracing innovation is how we grow our business and our industry. Keeping an open mind, seeking opportunities to grow and learn, and trying new things are keys to success.
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One of my bucket list items, has been to attend a World Angus and/or World Hereford Forum. Growing up in a family profoundly involved in the registered cattle
business and following these two breeds (as well as several others), fighting with my siblings over the new breed publication when it arrived in the mail, or going to a cattle show with Dad, the dream to attend a world beef cattle event was always in the back of my mind.
Secretariat hosted by Uruguay in South America. As many of you know, I actively work in the livestock industry but don’t currently own my own herd of Angus cattle. Yet, my profession and passion for the livestock industry fueled me to work hard to make a trip of this magnitude happen.
This March, I took the opportunity to fulfill that dream with my participation in the World Angus
Why was this so important to me? It wasn’t to put another stamp on my passport ̶ it was the op-
above Lynn Gordon with Uruguayan Gauchos at the World Angus Secretariat hosted in Uruguay, South America.
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During the event, I toured ranches across the country seeing thousands of head of Angus cattle, visited an agricultural experiment station conducting cutting edge research, attended educational presentations addressing a variety of topics impacting the beef cattle industry, heard reports from Angus Associations representing 20 countries, and viewed over 500 head of cattle competing in the largest, most prestigious show in the country’s history. I was challenged to think about the ways beef cattle were raised in South America versus North America. What can these countries learn from each other? I wanted to gain an awareness of
how a country that is so small most people don’t know where it is, yet it’s the 7th largest exporter of beef worldwide. I was interested in how U.S. genetics can be incorporated into a beef cattle industry in a vastly different geographical environment. An additional bonus was the opportunity to meet Angus breeders from all over the world. I was able to network with beef producers from Australia, United Kingdom, Portugal, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, and many more countries. Not only did I have the desire to learn as much about Uruguay and these other countries as I could, but I was faced with the responsibility of being a spokesperson for agriculture and the beef industry in the U.S. (and my home country, Canada). There was so much to learn and so much to share. In closing, I write this column to not only share with you some of the great experiences from my recent trip to South America, but to challenge you to start ‘Thinking Outside the Box’:
• A im to attend a new meeting,
a field day in another county or state, a different cattle show, or a bull sale of different breed.
Spend an afternoon with your son or daughter (or grandchildren) to learn about a new technology that might be adaptable to your business. For the younger generation, have coffee with an elder relative or neighbor and ask them questions or listen to them talk about their experiences in agriculture.
• Seek out opportunities to see
things from a new perspective, meet new people and pull yourself out of your comfort zone, even if just for a day or a week. One idea is to have a brainstorming session on what you can do differently in your cattle operation, bull sale or breeding program. Remember brainstorming means, there are no bad ideas, just ideas. You can work through the credibility of the ideas later, just allow your ideas to flourish.
Having new experiences, learning new ideas and networking with new people are all methods to help you move forward in thinking creatively. Continue to look for new ways to do what has always been status quo. As you broaden your perspective you open yourself up to ‘Thinking Outside the Box’: learn more turn to page 36 to read more about Lynn’s experience at the 2019 World Angus Secretariat in Uruguay.
B. Lynn Gordon, Ph.D., Leader Consulting, LLC. Sioux Falls, SD. Lynn is an agricultural freelance writer and leadership consultant with an extensive background in the livestock industry. She can be reached at lynn@leaderconsulting.biz or through her blog at http://www.leaderconsulting.biz THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
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portunity to see new things, learn new things, challenge myself – to think outside the box. I had a laundry list of things I wanted to learn more about. How they raise, feed, breed, grow, show, and market Angus cattle in a country south of the equator. What are the ranches like, the communities, the people? How do their industry, government, consumers, and location impact the type of agriculture they use, the cattle they raise and the food they produce?
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Generations GOOD DOIN’ FOR
by Melissa McGee Buehler photos courtesy Wiese & Sons
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The family business spans generations at Wiese & Sons.
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ver 100 years in the Hereford business, the modest beginning of Wiese & Sons was unique to say the least. In 1894, Ed Wiese hitched up the horse and wagon to travel 33 miles to Guthrie Center, Iowa, to pick out his first Hereford herd sire. He tied the bull to the back of the wagon and pulled him back to the home place. At that time, Ed owned fifteen head of commercial Hereford cows. The Wiese family eventually settled in Manning, Iowa, in 1904, where Ed began building the herd. Ed started raising registered Herefords in 1912 and began operating under the name of Ed Wiese & Son when his son Lester joined the operation in 1918.
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In 1948, Lester’s sons, Gene and Sam, came back to the operation, causing a name change to Wiese & Sons. The name has stayed the same ever since. Five generations of the Wiese family span the
operation. Today, there are three generations actively employed in the operation. Gene is still involved in the management decisions and public relations. Gene’s son, Dave, is the head nutrition specialist and serves as the manager of the operation. Dave’s three sons, Chance, Shayne and Trey, have all come back to be
part of the management team as well after graduating from Iowa State University. In 2015, Chance took over the marketing, records and accounting of the operation. In 2017, Shayne became the main herdsman of the operation, and Trey plans to be in charge of the agronomy aspect of the business when he graduates in May, 2019.
above Generations 1 - 3 of the Wiese family; (l-r) Lester, Gene, Ed, and Sam.
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above The standard and expectation of a Wiese Range Bull.
imately 400 head of registered Hereford cows. The operation is in the rolling hills of west central Iowa, which is very profitable agriculture producing land. Carroll County is the second most pro-
ductive ag county in the state of Iowa. There are a lot of the great farming operations surrounding the Wieseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that are good stewards of the land and do it the right way. The farming portion of the Wiese operation serves mainly to feed the livestock.
In west central Iowa, Mother Nature can produce some extreme weather conditions. In the summer, there is often high humidity and extreme heat topping 100 degrees, and in the winter, it can be the cold, with abundant snow and wind. The Wiese family believes Herefords meet the demands of their sometimes-harsh environment and thrive in any condition thrown at them. They are practical, hardy cattle that can endure extreme swings in above Generations 4 and 5 of the Wiese family; (l-r) Kelsey, Chance, Shayne, Trey, Dave, and Diana. temperature and take care of THE STOCKMAN | stockmanmag.com
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Today, Wiese & Sons covers over 2,000 acres, with most of that ground dedicated to pasture, while the remaining is placed into row crop production, forage, and CRP. They currently run approx-
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Although it is labor intensive, every pen is cleaned out down to the cement and limed before the next cow comes into the maternity ward. The goal is to reduce pathogens and provide fresh bedding for the next cow.
______ themselves. They are a breed that is feed-efficient and requires minimal input during a harsh winter.
mother. They have zero tolerance for poor mothering ability and will move on from those females quickly if they don’t produce to their high standards.
and biosecurity is extremely important. Although it is labor intensive, every pen is cleaned out down to the cement and limed before the next cow comes into the maternity ward. The goal is to reduce pathogens and provide fresh bedding for the next cow. By keeping the bedding fresh and the barn clean, there is less instance of cross contamination and scours for the calves being born.
The Wiese philosophy is to run the cowherd as close to a During calving season at the commercial cattle operation as Wiese operation, Dave will tell possible. It is important that the you that, “Cleanliness is next to cows work for them and not the Godliness” in the calving barn, other way around. The cows are expected to maintain themselves whether they are out on range and pasture during the heat of summer or corn stalks during the dead of winter. The Wiese’s have developed strict guidelines and standards for udder quality, mothering ability, disposition, structure and performance. A good rule of thumb is that every great herd bull needs below A Wiese Hereford cow - dependable, practical and profitable. to be out of a great below The Wiese family farm in Manning, Iowa.
Today, Wiese & Sons markets roughly 125 bulls annually, mostly to commercial cattle producers located throughout the United States, who are seeking Hereford genetics to place on predominantly black cow
above Yearling range bulls enjoying a summer morning.
bases. The Wiese mission is to develop dependable, practical and profitable Hereford cattle for their customers and work with them to find the right genetics to fit their breeding goals. The commercial customers appreciate the docile dispositions that Herefords also offer. When walking through the
pen of range bulls, customers can feel safe. Herefords are durable and can thrive in a wide range of environments. You can find Herefords anywhere in the world, and not all breeds can boast that fact. They can be utilized for a variety of breeding decisions to fit anyone’s needs.
The Wiese family markets their cattle all by private treaty sale at the farm. Chance heads up the marketing efforts and says, “Our biggest tool to marketing our cattle is through word of mouth.” Gene has always reiterated that, “If you sell one good bull, 5 people may hear about it. If you
Herefords are efficiency experts and can convert high roughage rations at an efficient rate. Both the bulls and replacement heifers are developed on high roughage feed rations including, silage/earlage, free-choice hay, a salt/min-
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sell one bad bull 15-20 people will find out about it.” Using the private treaty sales method, they are able to build relationships with their customers and work with them to meet their needs. This also gives the customers the flexibility to visit on their own schedule. Many of the Wiese customers are also farmers, so they need to work around their farming obligations as well.
“If you sell one good bull, 5 people may hear about it. If you sell one bad bull 1520 people will find out about it.”
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eral mix, and access to pasture. Dave says, “Our belief is that by using this nutrition program, our livestock will grow and perform at a more natural pace and show more of their true colors. When it comes time for them to go out
and perform in the pastures, they’ll be able to thrive in any environmental condition and hang out in shade or by the nearest water source.” To keep the sale bulls athletic, the pen is set up so that the feed is at the bottom of the hill and the water is at top of the hill. With this pen structure, they can watch the bulls walk down the pen for feed and it is easy to check for herd health. Herefords have always been the mainstay of the operation, but for the last 40 years, Wiese & Sons have also offered some Angus genetics for sale. The
below Wiese & Sons utilize a natural service breeding program on 95% of their cows.
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right Every great herd bull comes from a great mother at Wiese & Sons.
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Angus bulls come the family has been from the Buford honored several Ranch in Oklahoma. times over the years. Wieses use some Lester was inducted Angus bulls on their in the AHA Hall of commercial HereFame in 1980, and ford cattle and offer Gene was inducted some for sale to their in 2012. The operabull customers as tion was honored in well. The resulting 2004 by the IHA for F1 baldy calves are 100 years in the Herthen marketed soon eford breed. In 2012, after weaning. A lot the AHA honored of the baldy females the Wiese family for above 1976 National Western Stock Show Grand Champion Hereford Bull, are sold in groups to being in the regisGrand Slam, exhibited by Wiese & Sons. folks that may want tered business for to breed them and 100 years. When evaluating EPDs, Chance retain them, and the In 1996, Wiese & Sons received commented that, “The EPDs are a steers are highly sought out by the Environmental Stewardship good tool, but we don’t live or die their feedlot customers. Wiese & Award for their work on the land, Sons retains some of the F1 baldy by them. We look for cattle with building water buffer strips, a balanced set of numbers for our females to use as recipients in planting trees, wildlife habitat own educated breeding decisions. their Embryo Transfer (ET) proestablishment, and top soil presThe EPDs are always changing, gram; however, 95% of the cattle ervation. In 2000, they received so you can’t put too much stock on the place are bred by natural the NCBA Cattle Business of the into the numbers until you get a service. Century Award for Region 3. few calf crops out of that individWiese & Sons is predominantly In 1976, Wiese & Sons exhibitual. Many of our commercial cow/ a closed herd and retains many ed a bull called Grand Slam that calf customers are not worried of its own herd bulls and replacewas named Champion Hereford about EPDs so much as they are ment heifers for the breeding Bull at National Western Stock looking for the right bull to fit program but occasionally will Show (NWSS). For many years their needs. “ seek outcross genetics. When they also exhibited pens of bulls Wiese & Sons have always looking to bring in outcross bulls, at the NWSS and individuals at been big supporters of the Iowa they will study that individual the Iowa State Fair. In 2008, WiCattlemen’s Association (ICA), both phenotypically and genetiese & Sons decided to step away the National Cattlemen’s Beef cally to ensure he aligns with the from the show ring and give their Association (NCBA), the Iowa Wiese mission while also trying full attention to the cow herd back to envision his offspring to ensure Hereford Association (IHA) and home. With another generation the American Hereford Assothey will meet the demands of opting to join the operation, they ciation (AHA). Wieses feel that the customer base. Much of the hope to get back into the show it is important to support these cowherd base originates back to circuit sometime in the future and organizations that are supporting King Ten, Grand Mark, Intense provide that learning experience Duke and Battle Intense. Because beef producers in the industry. for the 6th generation of Wieses. Gene served as the President of these genetics have stood the test learn more wieseandsons.com of time in the operation, they will the AHA board in 1970. Service continue to utilize this practice in to these organizations has always been a part of the mission of the the future of the breeding prooperation. Because of this service gram. and involvement in the industry,
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Uruguay hosts 2019 World Angus Secretariat.
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Under the bright skies and across miles and miles of native pastures, March 18 through 29th, the World Angus community gathered in Uruguay to participate in the 2019 World Angus Secretariat. The Aberdeen Angus Breeders Society of Uruguay (SCAAU) served as the official host of the 2019 event. Over 10
days the host country organized featured tours highlighting Angus ranches country-wide, coordinated formal meetings where information is exchanged relating to the development of standards for Angus cattle worldwide, and the event cumulated with the largest Angus cattle show in Uruguayan history.
As our industry becomes more globally focused the importance of having a platform for societies/associations worldwide to discuss protocols for the maintenance of purity in beef cattle genetics and pedigree records is the reason for the establishment and regular meeting of the World Angus Secretariat. Established
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__________ ____________ “It is important to learn about the way Angus are raised in different countries around the world.” - Harry Fisher, Bluff View Farms, Aledo, IL.
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glad they were included in an open-session this year,” says Harry Fisher, Bluff View Farms, Aledo, Ill., who was attending his fifth World Angus conference. “It is important to learn about the way Angus are raised in different countries around the world.”
During the Secretariat’s technical meetings, delegates from each representing country provided a report about the Angus breed in their countries. “A highlight for me was hearing the presentations from each of the different countries. They were very informative and I’m
Country reports discussed projects and programs such as how their genetic evaluations are conducted, the importance and status of the Angus breed registry in their countries, export markets, and Angus Beef programs. A common theme shared was the work being done
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above John Pfeiffer, Jr., President, Mulhall, OK., and Dr. Dan Moser, President of Angus Genetics Inc., St. Joseph, Mo., were official representatives of the American Angus Association.
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in 1969 to facilitate the sharing of information, the World Angus Secretariat is held every four years and brings together Angus Societies/Associations from more than 20 countries.
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in each country to promote and develop Angus beef to the consumer. Programs range from marketing standards of traceability of Angus cattle/genetics, to quality standards, to the name “Angus” in general. Joining the professional panel of international speakers was Dr. Dan Moser, President, Angus Genetics Inc., at the American Angus Association who spoke about, “Genomic Evaluation of Angus Cattle: Achievements and Opportunities” and endowed Meat Science Professor, Dr. Keith Belk, Colorado State University, who discussed, “The Beef Supply Chain and the Role of Angus Cattle in Satisfying Consumer Demand.”
THE ROAD TO KANSAS CITY The opportunity to host an international event such as the
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World Angus Secretariat is a great honor and a great responsibility for the host country. It is their opportunity to showcase their country, their breed, their breeders, and their programs. The American Angus Association (AAA) is returning home from Uruguay with exciting news. The AAA received the bid to host the 2025 World Angus Forum, scheduled for early November in Kansas City, Mo. Angus breeders from all over the world will travel to the U.S. for the event. The United States will have an opportunity they have not had since 1993, to showcase Black Angus genetics, when the country last hosted the international event. Prior to the world Angus community coming to Kansas City, there are a few other stops along the way. In 2023, the World Angus Secretariat will be hosted
in the Czech Republic. On the opposite four-year rotation from the Secretariat meetings, there is a four-year rotation for what is termed the “World Angus Forum”. Hosted and organized by the Secretariat, the Forum has traditionally included a more extensive tour, before and after the event, and a more comprehensive meeting schedule. Australia will host the World Angus Forum in 2021. For more information about future events, visit www.worldangussecretariat.com
SMALL COUNTRY, BIG ON BEEF For a country the geographical size of the state of Iowa, it was a great undertaking for Uruguay to host this international event. With a ratio of 4 cows to every 1 person, Uruguay’s beef industry makes it the 7th largest meat exporter in the world with access to
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150 markets, and an overall impact of 5% of the meat volume exported worldwide, exporting 80% of what they produce. More than 84% of the country’s land is devoted to either farming (crop production) or ranching (beef, sheep or dairy production), thus the country refers to itself as, ‘The Last Big Farm’. The country rolled out the red carpet during the pre-conference tours where more than 500 people visited Angus ranches in all corners of the country as well as
the one of five agricultural research stations. Tour participants were treated to amazing displays of Red and Black Angus cattle streamed in front of them by gauchos on horseback in true Uruguayan style, in addition to viewing featured donor cows, herd bulls and show cattle. Ranch tours averaged six hours giving attendees plenty time to view the expansive cattle displays and visit with others while savoring the traditional Uruguayan Asado cooked beef (slowly grilled on an open-air campfire) and
top right A beef consuming country, Uruguayan’s consume more beef per capita than any other country. middle right There was no shortage of Beef served over the 10-day event. The traditional Uruguayan Asado (BBQ) was served up daily. bottom right Donor Cows and herd sires were also feature displays during the ranch visits. bottom Large numbers of Black and Red Angus cattle were paraded by the Uruguay Angus ranches. Both Red and Black Angus are registered together in a single registry in Uruguay.
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sipping on some local wines. Norm and Victoria Garton, Nevada, Mo., shared this memory from the tours: “we found their cattle of high quality, and we were amazed at how many cattle they showed us. Even though our buses couldn’t get to the farm because of the road conditions, Bayucua Stud, the oldest Angus ranch in the country, managed to bring around 500 animals to display at the local polo club. That was impressive.” Many genetics represented both on the ranch visits and at the show were heavily in-
fluenced by U.S. bloodlines. Prominent sires included SAV Bismarck, Coleman Charlo 0256, BC Marathon, Connealy Courage 25L, OCC Emblazon 854E, DUFF Palermo 0915, and several other sires from leading American Red and Black Angus herds.
TAKE HOME THEMES Common themes carried back about Uruguay Angus and beef industry include: cattle are intensely selected for moderate frame size for adaptability to the environment and native grasses;
top left The largest Angus show in history was held in conjunction with the World Angus Secretariat. Over 500 head of cattle were exhibited in the bull, heifer and pen show. bottom left A quality group of bulls were presented during the 3-day show, with a Red Angus Bull owned by Frigorifico Modelo S.A., selected as the overall Grand Champion.
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bottom Gauchos riding horseback streamed by over 4,000 head of cattle in front of tour attendees to show a great representation of the country’s top Angus genetics.
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(U.S. soccer) is the nation’s other passion, each animal has the equivalent of two football fields’ worth of pastureland to graze, thus cattle are commonly referenced to being raised in natural conditions.
heifers often not bred until 18-24 months as a result of the impact of very warm climate on conception; and EPDs are utilized in selection and breeding decisions. Most herds raise both Red and Black genetics, which are equally valued in the marketplace, showring and breeding programs and both embryo transfer and A.I. are prominent across the country.
Uruguay is proud of its agricultural roots and has a long above Attendees gather for a photo at the 2019 World Angus Secretariat. culture and tradition in meat production. This ‘Last Big Farm’ days. Marbling is currently not also has the highest per capita a focus in genetic selection as consumption of beef in the world the Uruguayan processors nor at 125 pounds (U.S ranks is about The optimum weight for market consumers are demanding added 55 pounds). Uruguay loves their cattle for slaughter is 1050-1100 quality to the beef. Angus cattle and their beef. pounds with 85% of them grassIn a country were football fed and 15% grain-fed for 100 learn more worldangussecretariat.com
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Veterinarian View
Health & Reproduction questions answered and explained.
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SYNCHRONIZING CATTLE
DETAILS MAKE THE DIFFERENCE As we enter breeding season, we get a lot of questions regarding the finer points of synchronizing cows for estrus. Here are the five most common questions answered:
program is a large percent of cows not displaying signs of estrus. If a producer gets to a point where they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have 30 days to get this done, then we recommend pushing the synchronization date back. If the owner cannot push the 1) Can I give my MLV pre-breed- date back, we feel it is better to ing vaccinations at the time we skip the vaccination prior to insert CIDRS? breeding and give it later at the The answer is no! This needs time of pregnancy exams with to be done a minimum of 30 a killed vaccine. If you find days prior to inserting CIDRS. yourself caught in this situaThe reason for this is that the tion, it is always best to consult IBR part of the MLV vaccine the local herd veterinarian who will target the ovaries and cause has firsthand knowledge of any some temporary inflammation. herd disease issues that may One of the symptoms often be of concern. Our primary seen when giving this vaccine recommendation has been for along with a synchronization producers to vaccinate cows in
batches. As soon as they get a group of 10 cows calved out, mix a 10 dose vial of MLV vaccine and get them vaccinated. This way cows get vaccinated in a timely manner. 2) Can I use a killed vaccine with the CIDR instead? Also, the answer is no. We have had multiple reports from producers that have had large percentages of cows not show estrus when synchronizing with killed pre-breeding vaccine. With the large investment in products and labor to synchronize, and most importantly the time lost if synchronizing fails, it is best to vaccinate at least 30 days prior to inserting CIDRS.
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3) What’s the best program for synchronizing my cow? This is largely a personal decision that comes down to how much time you have to plan and how much you want to spend. What we have used for the majority of set-ups is a 7 day CIDR program where GNHR is given when inserting the CIDR, and prostaglandin is given when removing the CIDR. This is expensive due to the use of a CIDR, but it has some big advantages: 1) a short time span to implement and, 2) it gives great control over the cow’s estrus cycle. Additionally, at 72-80 hours after removing the CIDR, any cows that have not yet shown estrus can be given GNRH and time bred or used for a recipient 7 days later with good results.
to the prostaglandin injection and that’s if every cow in the group is actively cycling. The other problem is that there is no option for timed breeding with this program and heats are often not as tightly grouped as with the CIDR program. However, there are several variations that can improve the downfalls. The first option is if you’re just using artificial insemination, it works well to heat detect and A.I. for 5 days and at the end of the 5th day you inject prostaglandin into the remaining cows that have not shown heat. By doing this, a higher percent of the remaining cows will be in the proper phase of their cycle to respond to the prostaglandin.
The second possibility is to inject all cows with prostaglan4) What can I do that is low cost din, heat detect, and A.I. the cows that show estrus. Hopeto synchronize cows? fully 2/3 or more will respond We usually recommend a to the first injection. Then folsingle prostaglandin injection low up with a second injection for this question. The big disof prostaglandin to the remainadvantage for this program is ing non-estrus cows 11-14 days that the cows need to be aclater. This gives those that did tively cycling for this to work. not respond to the first injecAlso, as a rule, only about 2/3 tion time to get into a more of the cows will be responsive
responsive time in their cycle. The third way is to just inject the entire group twice with prostaglandin 11-14 days apart and then do your heat detecting and A.I. after the second injection. This third way will probably result in the tightest grouping and is probably the best way if you have to hire someone to do the A.I. or schedule a group of recipients for embryo transfers. If you’re synchronizing virgin heifers, 11 days apart would be the best time between prostaglandin injections. When synchronizing cows, it works better to space the injections 13-14 days apart. 5) What do you think of the MGA program for synchronization? When it works the results are awesome, when things aren’t done quite right it fails miserably! We’ve used it entirely for virgin heifers. The key is to get consistent daily intake when on MGA. This means it has to be thoroughly mixed into the ration. It is recommended that the load be mixed for 15 minutes to get even distribution and also make sure there is enough bunk space to allow all
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heifers to eat without having to fight for their share of feed. The reason for feeding MGA is to shut all cyclic activity down in the ovary. To do this it is recommended the heifer consumes 0.5 mg/head/day. What is labeled on the bag is 0.4 mg/head/day, at that level you will not see heifers show cyclic activity. But, the ovary is still active and not shut down, thus you will not have the synchronizing effects that you will get when feeding at the higher level of 0.5 mg. The key to this program is
consistent daily consumption of MGA during the first 14 days of the program. When we hear that there are heifers still showing heat more than 4 days after coming off of MGA, it is because there has not been consistent daily intake or the levels of MGA werenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t fed high enough. Prostaglandin is given 19 days after the heifers come off of MGA and most heats occur 2-4 days after the prostaglandin injection. To get a high response rate at this time, you need to see most of the heifers cycle 2-4 days after coming off MGA. We have used this for
fixed time A.I. at 72 hours after the prostaglandin injection, but we prefer to use this system as a heat detect and A.I. program. Most heats will occur by 96 hours after the prostaglandin injection and at the 96 hour point we will time breed and give GNRH to the few remaining non-estrus heifers with a 50% chance of pregnancy. The main downfall of this program is that it requires advanced planning as it takes 37 days from start to finish. The big advantage is the heats are very fertile and this program is very cost effective. learn more collisionembryo.com
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Special Section FEEDLOT AND CARCASS DATA IMPROVE GENETICS, INCREASE PROFITS by Jennifer Carrico for American Red Angus Magazine Reprinted with permission
Rewarding breeders for superior genetics on the rail helps improve genetics in all parts of the beef industry and has led to the development of marketing opportunities for these cattle. The Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity Cooperative in Lewis, Iowa, started in 1982 to give cattlemen in the surrounding three counties the opportunity to learn more about the cattle they were raising. Today, the cooperative invites cattle breeders from all across the country to feed out their cattle in the program to help improve herds. Kelly Smith and his family operate a Red Angus operation near Franklin, Kentucky. Smith has been retaining ownership in his calves since 1998.
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“I feel like retained ownership is the best way to take advantage of herd health and genetics,” Smith said. “Not all programs are a fit for every individual and we have fed cattle with different programs as our needs have changed. We value relationships and that is how we find what we want.”
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The Smiths have used the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity Cooperative as one of the pro-
grams they have sent cattle to for feeding. Matt Groves, manager of the Tri-County Steer Futurity, said the goal is to reward cattle producers for the genetics they have used. Cattle from 25 states and Canada have been sent to the southwest Iowa program that feeds out 5,000 to 6,000 head of cattle per year in six approved feedyards. “Producers retain ownership, but we take control of the cattle and take care of them. Growth data is collected throughout the time the cattle are here and the producers get full carcass data on all of their cattle,” Groves said. “Costs are figured on each individual animal.” Groves said they assess the value of each animal when they are delivered, as well as record frame size and muscle scores. Projections are developed based on delivery weights in order to know when re-implanting should happen and when the animals will be marketed. Cattle sent to the Tri-County Steer Futurity can be a part of many different breed-specific programs, such as the Red Angus Feeder Calf Certification Program and carry a yellow Red Angus
tag. The FCCP program guarantees at least 50 percent Red Angus genetics and verifies source and age. Groves said these cattle are then marketed through Tyson’s Choice+ Grid as these cattle are expected to grade in the upper two-thirds of the Choice grade. Programs such as the Tri-County Steer Futurity benefit small producers by providing an opportunity to feed out their calves and receive carcass data. Groves said a lot of the producers who send them cattle have about 50 cows and are looking for a way to measure the quality of the genetics they use. Smith said this is why he likes to feed out his steers with similar programs. “Even though we calve in a fairly small timeframe, we still have cattle that vary in weights and are in smaller groups. We like to find other area producers who are in the same situation and help get trailer loads for delivery.” Smaller feedyards have worked better for Smith to send his calves. Besides marketing steer calves through retained ownership, Smith sells groups
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of replacement heifers to other producers. They aim for a moderate-framed, adaptable replacement female and Smith said they must keep their genetics in balance to please their heifer customers and also be able to make a profit through retained ownership of steer calves. Smith uses a crossbreeding program, by adding Simmental and Angus genetics to their Red Angus genetics. “It’s easy to compare one breed to a two-breed cross and we have found positive effects in crossbreeding, but I think it’s important to use the right breeds for the situation,” Smith said. “We have to continually evaluate the balance of the breeds in our herd. Selling replacement heifers is one part of our business and getting information from the feedyard is another part. We also keep our own replacements, so we have to know what we can keep in order
to continue raising the cattle to fit all parts of our marketing strategy.” Data provided to customers of the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity includes averages on animals or sire groups. Information is provided on gain, days on feed, carcass measurements, quality and yield grade. Data is broken down for producers and Groves said the more the producer gives for original data on the calves, the more they get back. “I’ve seen many of the producers who send us cattle make improvements in their genetics through the years,” he said. By providing important information back to producers, the program has seen cattle coming to the program with more muscle and less overall fat. Quality grades have improved with nearly 80 percent of the cattle grading Choice or higher and more than 4 percent grading Prime.
Cattle are sorted based on handfeel of fat over the ribs. Groves said this means running cattle through the chute and sorting more than what might happen in a normal feedyard situation. This helps to add weight to cattle needing more time on feed and gives customers more profits. Smith said when searching for a program to send cattle for retained ownership, it’s important to know what kind of cattle they typically feed, how they will be handled and fed out, and what health requirements are needed for the program. “Good genetics and vaccination programs should be valued and finding ways to help enhance these in your herd will help improve your herd and your profits,” Smith said. learn more about the Tri-County Steer Carcass Futurity Cooperative at www.tcscf.com
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Those affected by the flood are likely unsure of where to begin. Extension encourages individuals returning to homes and properties to first take steps to ensure their safety. When a home or building is flooded, there is likely damage to the structure. Buildings need to be thoroughly dried, and before drinking water it is critical to test domestic wells for bacteria. Also, be cautious when working in and around contaminated floodwater.
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Extension has compiled a list of the state’s certified public health environmental laboratories where homeowners can obtain a water test kit. This information is available on Nebraska Extension’s flood resources website, https:// flood.unl.edu, which serves as a resource hub for families, homeowners, businesses and producers facing flood cleanup. New and up-
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dated information will be added to the site on an ongoing basis. Tips for homeowners facing food-safety concerns after the flood can also be found on the flood resources website. This includes guidelines to help people decide when to throw out food and how to disinfect food that can be saved. For instance, screwtopped or crimp-topped jars or bottles of food that have come into contact with floodwaters should be thrown out, even when the jars have not been opened. Extension is also a resource for those wanting to help flood victims. The Eastern Nebraska Research and Extension Center near
Mead and Haskell Ag Lab near Concord are serving as donation locations for hay (large bales) and fencing materials for livestock owners and managers impacted by the flood. Those wishing to obtain the donated materials should contact the Nebraska Department of Agriculture. “We’re partnering with a number of state agencies and organizations to do what we can to help those who need it most,” Hibberd said. “We’re all in this together.” For the latest flood resources from Nebraska Extension, visit the flood resources site or follow @UNLExtension on Twitter. Editor’s Note: From all of us at The Stockman, we extend thoughts and prayers to our fellow breeders impacted by disastrous Spring weather. stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
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Describe your WORST day on the farm.
Most used tool on your farm?
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My cell phone. It allows me to keep in contact with people throughout a busy day and to keep an eye on our calving barn when needed. It also gives me access to my apps that contain pedigree and performance data. I am able to look up information that I need without going to the office.”
Your go-to sorting apparatus?
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Our white Deppe Angus sort poles are found in the bed of every pickup and by the gate entrances. You just never know when you are going to need to sort off a cow or bring up a group of calves. It gives me an extra 4 foot of arm reach.”
The most important lesson(s) you’ve learned in this business?
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The cattle business gives us great opportunity to learn about ourselves and others. My Dad passed away when I was a junior in High School, so I especially value the lessons I learned growing up around cattle and from my many mentors who helped guide me along the way. Keeping customer success as a top priority has built the repeat business I take pride in. Also, being transparent and treating customers, employees, and fellow cattlemen with respect and dignity is very important. At the end of each day, I know that I can be thankful for those around me and how I conducted business.”
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One of the toughest days on the farm was when I had to put down the first purebred Angus cow that I purchased. ‘Mill Coulee Barbara K 732’ was a purchase that, at the time, my future father-in-law helped me make as a “dowery”, he jokingly says. Twenty years later, this cow ended up being the great-grandmother of our entire Pen of 3 Bulls that won the Midland Bull Test World Champion Pen of 3 for us last year.”
Which animal (of any species) has left the greatest impact on you?
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Granger Pride 275 has left a great impact on me. She was a great cow and has forged us the opportunity to build a herd around her daughters. More importantly she has created relationships in the Angus breed that I value greatly. She is a special animal in many ways.”
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Our family free time is generally spent with livestock. In addition to raising cattle, I’m also an Ag teacher so we spend a lot of time at FFA functions. We enjoy State Fair and Jr. Livestock Shows. Our two daughters enjoy showing pigs and POA ponies.”
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left The Deppe Family right Deppe Angus bulls strike a pose on photo day at the 2018 Midland Bull Test. stockmanmag.com | THE STOCKMAN
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What about the beef cattle industry excites you the most?
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I enjoy helping our commercial customers make progress and create an even better calf crop for their herd. We do this through evaluating our cattle with all the performance measures and tools available, which include third party performance testing to give us a comparison of performance against other genetics. At Midland Bull Test, we also get feed efficiency test data. We use an extensive ET and AI program, plus do genomic testing of every animal.”
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Whatever is on the “HoneyDo List”. I usually can find much more favorable jobs, such as power washing a trailer, fixing fence, or repairing equipment.”
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My wife Jennifer and I moved to her home farm when we got married in 1999. That year, we decided put bulls on test at the Iowa Cattleman Association’s bull test stations, and have done so ever since. In 2013, we began testing bulls at the granddaddy of bull tests - Midland Bull Test in Columbus, Mont. In 2018, Deppe Angus produced the World Champion Pen of Bulls at the Midland Bull Test. I was raised on a small cattle farm near Bellevue, Iowa, which is near the Mississippi River. Jennifer’s family, Stewart’s Durocs, was dominate in swine performance testing stations,
which were used heavily in the 1970’s, 80s, and 90s to evaluate pig performance. Her brother, Doug, still raises Durocs, Hampshires, Yorkshires and crossbreds but puts more emphasis on show pigs. Jennifer’s parents are retired but her dad, Dave, is at the farm almost daily. Our success and ability to grow is due to terrific partnerships that we have formed with families in the Angus business. Andy and Stacy Joos of Joos Angus and their three sons farm in southern Iowa, near Bloomfield. And Chad and Carrie Gotto and their five children farm in eastern Iowa near Dyersville. learn more deppeangus.com
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