The Cattleman - June 2024

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Fourth-generation land steward leads TSCRA as president.

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A LOOK AT WHAT’S AHEAD W

hen you read this column, it will have been nearly three months since Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association gathered in Fort Worth for the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo. We’ll also have assembled policy committees for meetings to begin making progress on important issues and programs that impact our membership.

Leading the charge on all these efforts is Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association’s new president, Carl Ray Polk Jr. In our lead story this month, Jena McRell introduces us to him. Hailing from East Texas, Polk brings a fervent dedication to land stewardship and policy. As former executive director for Texas Parks and Wildlife Carter Smith describes, “Carl Ray has always been somebody with a servant’s heart who looks to give back to people, places and entities he cares about.”

CattleFax; and Convention Chatter, where you’ll find all the headlines from this year’s event.

For those who found value in the recaps shared from the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, consider this your gentle nudge to mark your calendars for next year’s event April 11-13, 2025.

Convention stands as one of the premier gatherings for cattle raisers across the Southwest, but why wait until next year to immerse yourself in the community?

Join us in San Antonio for the TSCRA Summer Meeting June 21-22. This mid-year meeting will provide a platform to pass crucial policies that will shape our advocacy efforts during the upcoming 89th Texas Legislative Session starting in January. CT Hope to see you there!

Staff Writer Shelby Kirton also breaks down topof-mind issues following the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo. From farm bill and policy predictions to what Mother Nature has in store, gain insight into conversations likely circling local cafes and feed stores across the Southwest — heard first in Fort Worth this March.

Catch more from our annual meeting in Passion & Purpose, which gives a glimpse into lessons learned by three female ranchers; Market Boons, a forecast from

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Deep Roots Fourth-generation land steward leads TSCRA as president.

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T

he sights, sounds and wonders of East Texas feel as natural to Carl Ray Polk Jr. as breathing.

From the loamy soil deep beneath his feet to a canopy of pines towering overhead, and the steady calm of the Neches River as it snakes through forestlands and pastures — this special place is home. It has been for five generations of the Polk family.

Carl Ray’s great-grandfather, Rube Sessions, moved to the region in 1897, looking to capitalize on a booming timber industry.

He purchased land, started a sawmill and endured the back-breaking labor of harvesting trees and producing lumber. Early on, Carl Ray says his great-grandfather was highly attuned to protecting natural resources and the landscape surrounding them.

Carl Ray says he is honored to continue his father’s passion for raising high-quality cattle, which graze before a backdrop of pines and hardwood trees. They have specialized in raising F1 females, producing animals genetically equipped to thrive in the region’s many climates.

He says his best days are those that begin with checking cattle, driving through dew-covered grass and watching the sun peak through the pine trees.

The intersection of ranching, wildlife, land management and natural resources is where Carl Ray says he has always felt called. This mission has encouraged him to become actively involved in Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.

The same mindset was passed down to his sonin-law, H.C. Polk, and grandson, Carl Ray Polk Sr., known to most as Ray.

Ray and his family have been members for years, and Carl Ray started becoming more engaged in the early 2010s. He saw the association speaking out in Austin on issues that mattered to him, and he knew he needed to be more involved.

“The timber industry is what got my family into the ranching and cattle business,” Carl Ray Jr. says. “The love for conservation efforts is still very much in our veins.”

In 2016, he was elected to the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association board of directors, and he has served as an officer for the past four years.

Today, Polk Land & Cattle near Lufkin is home to commercial herds of Brahman and Angus, and a cow-calf operation of F1 Braford and Brangus.

During the association’s annual meeting held March 23, Carl Ray was elected president of the nearly 150-year-old organization.

Romy and Carl Ray Polk Jr. take in the sights on the family's ranch near Lufkin.

Carl Ray Polk Jr. and his dad, Ray, pictured left to right, go about their work at Polk Land & Cattle near Lufkin.

“It is beyond humbling,” Carl Ray says of his new role. “When you look back through the history of this organization and specifically its leaders, it is an incredible honor to serve in this way.”

The couple’s son, Ray, continued the business into the second generation. Then Carl Ray followed in his footsteps.

Throughout his life, Carl Ray has presented in corporate boardrooms, advocated before Congress and the Texas Legislature, and volunteered on countless committees in the agriculture industry and community he loves.

“Polk Oil was well thought of, always has been and always will be,” he says. “It is just a legacy they leave behind.”

He says serving Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association is the ultimate privilege.

“Carl Ray has always been somebody with a servant’s heart who looks to give back to people, places and entities he cares about,” says Carter Smith, former executive director for Texas Parks and Wildlife.

“It’s a wonderful progression to see his dedication for all things around land, livestock, wildlife and natural resources translated into an opportunity to lead this extraordinary organization that has such a big imprint and influence on our state’s land, heritage and legacy.”

Family ties Following the same entrepreneurial spirit as the generation before, Carl Ray’s grandfather H.C. Polk and grandmother Hazel established their own chapter of the family business in 1937 when they founded Polk Oil Co. From humble beginnings, they grew to become the region’s leading wholesale and commercial fuel supplier and managed a long line of convenience stores called “Polk’s Pick It Up.”

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Lufkin native and close family friend Trey Henderson says the Polk name has always been synonymous with quality.

Henderson, whose family ran a local hardwood business, grew up alongside Carl Ray, and the two spent many hours together showing cattle, hunting and exploring the outdoors — much like their fathers and grandfathers.

During his youth, Carl Ray says the routine of morning ranch work, tending to fences, checking cattle or clearing brush, combined with afternoons at Polk Oil Company, are where his best life lessons were learned.

“Some of the toughest days, emotionally and physically, have been in our family’s operation,” he says.

“But some of the very best, too.”

One memory he will never forget happened the first summer he was home from college. Readjusting to early mornings proved difficult for the 19-year-old Carl Ray. Groggy eyed and rushing about, he showed up late to the ranch — two days in a row.

His grandfather H.C. did not take kindly to tardiness, so he promptly fired Carl Ray and told him to leave.

“That got my attention,” Carl Ray remembers. “My grandfather told me that day, ‘Any person who sleeps past 6 a.m. will steal from you.’ Still to this day, I don’t use an alarm clock, and I am always up before 6 a.m.”

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After high school, Carl Ray attended Kilgore College and the University of Texas. When in Austin, he worked the ’87 and ’89 sessions in the state Capitol, developing an interest in advocacy and the legislative process.

While enjoying the new experiences and friendships, Carl Ray says his heart still tugged toward home. He returned in September 1989.

“I got back just about as fast as I left,” Carl Ray says.

“Other than working in the legislature while in college, I’ve never had any job other than Polk Oil and the family ranch.”

Committed to cattle After the family’s successful timber business and an expanding Polk Oil Co., Carl Ray’s grandfather H.C. decided to try his hand at raising cattle.

He was introduced to the Dudley family near Comanche, longtime Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members, and purchased a set of registered Hereford cows in the early ’60s.

A decade later, Ray added registered Brahmans to the mix, purchasing animals from fellow association members at J.D. Hudgins Inc. and V-8 Ranches near Hungerford.

“My grandfather was in the Hereford business, and my dad was in the Brahman business,” Carl Ray says. “Then they started retaining a lot of heifers and started an F1 program. And of course, I was right in the middle of it.”

From the time they were old enough, Carl Ray and his sister, Paige Polk Carrigan, showed registered heifers and steers, and traveled to all the major shows throughout the state and region. When Carl Ray’s own children wanted to do the same, he was thrilled to carry on the tradition.

Carl Ray says they remain focused on being as efficient as possible and managing the natural resources available to them. They employ rotational grazing, and are proactive in controlling brush and invasive weeds.

“As my dad would remind me, ‘we are not in the cattle business, we are in the grass business,’” Carl Ray says.

“The cattle come as a byproduct of good grass country.

We have to steward that.”

Close proximity to the Neches River is not something they take for granted, Carl Ray says. Easy access to water and runoff allows them to grow high-quality forages, grasses and hay. In the warmer months, the tractor, rake and baler are constantly moving throughout the pastures, often with Ray in the cab.

While a commitment to the land has been unwavering, Carl Ray says the increased availability of information has been the biggest change he has seen during his lifetime.

With instant access to data, metrics and other people’s experiences, opportunities are endless. As examples, he points to educational programs through Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service or Farm Service Agency.

cattle come as a byproduct of good grass country. We have to steward that.”

— Carl Ray Polk Jr., TSCRA president

“There’s no reason to operate today like you operated 10, 25 or 30 years ago,” Carl Ray says. “The ones who are successful in this industry, they study. They engage with others to understand better management practices and take advantage of opportunities they have learned or put into place.”

Henderson speaks to the progress the Polks have made throughout the years. “It is remarkable what they have done,” he says. “Not only on the cattle business, but the land stewardship side. The cultivation of the environment.

“They have done an outstanding job turning what was a family-owned farm into an impressive cattle, wildlife and environmental operation.”

Leadership & service About two decades ago, when Smith was leading Texas Parks and Wildlife, he met Carl Ray for the first time. They were at a meeting about a contentious wildlife issue in East Texas, and Smith describes Carl Ray as a very interested, engaged landowner, rancher, hunter and wildlife enthusiast.

But they were on opposite sides of the issue.

Despite many hours of intense discussion and debate, the two became immediate friends. That’s just how Carl Ray operates, Smith says.

“We quickly discovered that we had a whole lot of life in common, including a love of land, wildlife and natural resources, hunting and the outdoors, and a friendship really blossomed from that,” he says.

Whether a statewide concern or local community issue, Henderson says Carl Ray is never afraid to speak up — and to bring others alongside him.

“He will not shy away from anything,” Henderson says. “He will take on the tasks he needs to, and allow committees and others to be involved. He’s very understanding and willing to do his part.”

Smith says he counts Carl Ray among the greatest relationship builders he has ever met, and that he has a distinct ability to bring out the best in those around him.

“Carl Ray loves our state from corner to corner, and everybody in it,” Smith says. “He’s never met a stranger.

He’s a great listener, imminently relatable and a dear friend to so many, and he’s a consensus builder.”

All traits that likely came from hours spent working cattle with his dad, observing his grandparents in the family business and studying the history of his great-grandfather.

Carl Ray Polk Jr. and his wife, Romy, have three grown children: Andrew, Preston and Mary Grace. “I’m super proud of the fact that they come home every chance they get, whether it’s work to be done or to enjoy a hunting weekend at the ranch,” he says. “It’s pretty fun to have four generations that can say they worked one piece of property.”

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A legacy of service, dedication and business savvy connects each generation. And most of all, a love for their East Texas community.

“Not only does Carl Ray talk the talk, he walks the walk,” Henderson says. “The businesses and the ranch are thriving because of the effort they’ve given it — and the community benefits from that, too.”

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These days, in addition to his service to Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Carl Ray is a managing partner of Corner Capital Advisors, and serves on the board of directors for CHI-St. Luke’s Memorial Medical Center; The George H. Henderson Jr. Exposition Center, which is named for Henderson’s dad; Texas Food and Fuel Association; and formerly the Angelina County Fair; and the Texas Wildlife Association.

He has been active in numerous national, state and local organizations over the years, too.

“We want to see Lufkin continue to grow,” Henderson says. “When our local communities do better, East Texas benefits and the entire state becomes a better place to live and work, too.”

His friends agree, Carl Ray is the same whether he is meeting with legislators in Austin or Washington, D.C., or enjoying lunch with neighbors at the local cafe. He is authentic, real and eager to see rural America and the agricultural industry thrive.

“I’ve seen Carl Ray shine in so many places, not the least of which is as a spokesperson for cattle raisers on difficult issues,” Smith says. “Be it eminent domain, animal disease or wildlife-disease related matters, he’s thoughtful and always well prepared.

“I’ve always believed in continuing to learn,” Carl Ray says. “I think that applies across this association and membership. I am excited about the opportunities that will make themselves available to our members.”

Carl Ray says it’s rewarding to know you are involved in an industry benefitting the economy, consumers around the world and natural landscapes.

“Carl Ray is the quintessential steward,” Smith says.

“He’s very passionate about the cattle industry and particularly the ranchers who are at the heart of it.”

Like he has for many years, Carl Ray will continue to log miles in service of the region’s cattle raisers, landowners and wildlife enthusiasts. Whether traveling to far West Texas, the Gulf Coast or the Panhandle, he greets old and new friends along the way.

Yet it’s no surprise his favorite destination is in Houston County — Polk Land & Cattle.

“My happy place is at the ranch,” Carl Ray says. “It is a darn good place to be.” CT

“He’s incredibly well-spoken, and one of the best ambassadors any industry, particularly the cattle industry, could ever hope to have.”

Looking ahead As he begins his two-year term as president, Carl Ray says he does not take the position lightly. The cattle business has endured its share of recent struggles, including historic wildfires, record-breaking drought and unpredictable market swings.

“We’re facing strong headwinds, but I feel like if you have 28,000 like-minded individuals who love the industry and love this association, you can move the needle,” Carl Ray says.

He believes the association’s presence in Austin is among the best values to the membership, as well as the strong local ties of the special ranger team. In both ways, cattle raisers can feel secure that their voices are heard when it matters most — on issues related to legislative policy and law enforcement.

With the November elections ahead, Carl Ray says among his top priorities is to mitigate state and federal pressures on cattle raisers and landowners. He says he will also remain focused on ensuring the organization’s strong financial future and preserving its history for generations to come.

Most importantly, he wants members to know he looks forward to hearing from them, addressing challenges and creating new avenues to protect this way of life.

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Carl Ray Jr. and Romy Polk, center, pictured with their children: from left, Preston and Mary Grace; Andrew and his wife, Stephanie.

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By Shelby Kirton

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hether taking in a session during the School for Successful Ranching, listening to a main-stage address or catching up with peers in the trade show, information abounds at Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo.

For nearly 150 years, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association has united industry stakeholders, and the organization’s annual convention has become a longstanding tradition for individuals and families across the Southwest.

The event marks the year’s milestones and sets the stage for what’s to come.

The halls of the Fort Worth Convention Center were buzzing March 22-24 as the 2024 convention welcomed more than 4,300 attendees, the largest crowd in the last five years.

As cattle raisers near and far joined together, a sense of optimism was present despite the many challenges facing the industry. This included the devastating wildfires in the Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma that ranchers battled to protect their livestock and livelihoods.

When the curtain closed on the 2024 convention, three issues emerged as among the most important: 1. Mother Nature and the current transition from El Niño to La Niña weather patterns were discussed at length.

2. Just like the weather, politics impact nearly every aspect of life, so speakers unpacked implications for the agricultural industry this election year.

3. One such issue is animal disease traceability, and attendees heard the latest on electronic ID efforts and a producer-led effort toward that goal.

All this and more was brought to the forefront during the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, which encouraged attendees to stay informed, engaged and plan ahead for the future of their operations.

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Wild weather patterns Brian Bledsoe, a seasoned meteorologist with more than two decades of experience and a keen eye for climate trends, officially kicked off the convention March 22 on the main stage with his weather outlook.

Bledsoe offered long-range weather predictions to inform the crowd of potential risks ahead.

“We are not always at the mercy of [the weather] if we know what’s coming at us,” said Bledsoe, who grew up on a cattle ranch in Colorado.

He cited historical data that revealed challenging weather trends, particularly during certain years marked

by La Niña activity.

El Niño and La Niña, the twin siblings of oceanic variability, hold sway over weather patterns around the globe.

“The transition to La Niña certainly appears to be a done deal,” said Bledsoe, noting the shift toward cooler ocean temperatures and altered weather patterns brings heightened variability and potential drought conditions.

Bledsoe predicted drier conditions through at least the first half of 2025, with lingering effects posing challenges for agriculture.

“Drought begets drought, and it’s a tough pattern to break,” he said. “It is the degree of dryness and how long that lasts that is really the meat of the information that is important.”

The historical patterns of drought in Texas and the Southwest have left an indelible mark on the region’s cattle industry.

Texas drought episodes have recurred with alarming regularity. From the 1930s-era Dust Bowl to the prolonged dry spells of the late 20th and early 21st centuries, Texas cattle raisers and landowners have dealt with the relentless challenge of water scarcity and forage depletion.

Drought across the Southwest continues to stand as a significant issue due to its direct effects on forage and water availability.

The meteorologist stressed the importance of proactive planning based on historical trends and future forecasts, allowing ranchers and landowners to prepare for potential challenges because of drought or recordhigh temperatures.

“We’ve never been better when it comes to forecasting the weather,” Bledsoe said. “The technology that we have right now is astounding, and the ability to take that information and apply it — it’s never been done before like this.”

Weather forecasts become more than a prediction, he said, but a roadmap for navigating the uncertain terrain of an agricultural enterprise.

From the classroom to main stage, Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo was packed with educational sessions for ranchers and landowners of all types and experiences. Meteorologist Brian Bledsoe, pictured in top photo, kicked off the event with a weather outlook on what to expect during the transition from El Niño to La Niña.

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Driving Demand As the world's largest beef producer, the U.S. beef industry significantly influences global trade policies, particularly concerning beef trade agreements and market access regulations. Balancing domestic demand with international trade requires strategic policymaking to ensure food security and protect the interests of the U.S. beef industry.

U.S. Rep. August Pfluger and Former Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture Mike Conaway, pictured middle and right, respectively, shared the stage with moderator Tony St. James.

“Going forward, these are wild times that we are in, whether it’s markets or it’s weather,” he said. “Folks in the ag industry need every advantage they can get to run their operation.”

The view from Washington Truth be told, predicting the weather may be easier than predicting politics.

This became clear during legislative updates provided by two leaders with extensive experience in the nation’s Capitol.

U.S. Rep. August Pfluger and Former Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture Mike Conaway brought insight into the political challenges facing agriculture and rural America during a panel discussion led by Tony St. James, farm broadcaster and host of All Ag, All Day. Pfluger, who represents District 11 in Texas, emphasized the importance of bolstering global trade as top priority to benefit U.S. beef producers.

“We are thankful about some of the markets in Asia, like Japan and Korea, especially knowing that the appetite for American beef is extremely high,” Pfluger said. “We want to see that increase, and I think there’s room for that.”

He added that the world wants American beef and hopes to see pro-American beef trade as a legislative priority in 2025.

Trade agreements and market access are crucial, influencing industry dynamics and self-reliance in food production. Markets like Japan are vital outlets for American beef, contributing to industry growth.

Reflecting on the pivotal role of American beef in international markets, Jon Means, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association past president and a guest during Tom and Lisa Perini’s main-stage discussion March 23 at Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, recounted a moment he experienced with Tom in Japan 1991.

"We were there the first time that they introduced American beef,” Means said.

“Those butchers were working tirelessly, and they could not keep the counter space full. It was awesome to see."

Such moments exemplify the transformative power of trade in driving demand for American beef abroad, a trend further bolstered by the landmark 1998 trade agreement between Japan and the U.S., which opened new avenues for American beef exports and solidified the partnership between the two nations in agricultural trade.

With all eyes on the pending farm bill, Pfluger recognized Conaway’s leadership in passing this critical legislation six years ago.

“Let me just say how important it was in 2018 under Mike Conway’s leadership to get a farm bill passed,” Pfluger said.

“It set us in motion for a very good product that we can extend, and I thank you for that leadership, because that was incredibly important.”

The farm bill, a fundamental aspect of U.S. agricultural policy, was extended through Sept. 30, 2024. The House and Senate Ag Committees both released frameworks for a new farm bill on May 1. However, deliberations will likely continue given divisions in the two chamber’s policies.

“G.T. Thompson, the new House Ag Chairman, is as driven as I was to get the farm bill done,” Conaway said. “He’s paddling upstream against a lot of things going on.”

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Tanner Beymer, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association senior director of government affairs, presents during the School for Successful Ranching, discussing policies impacting the cattle industry and interactions with animal rights activists in D.C.

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Senior Director of Government Affairs Tanner Beymer also spoke to the less-than-encouraging state of the next farm bill.

“At the beginning of the Congress, we said this is mustpass legislation,” Beymer said.

Beymer, who presented during the School for Successful Ranching, told attendees that Congress’ ability to pass legislation this year does not make him feel optimistic about the months ahead and challenges could continue into 2025.

Most attention is turned to the November elections, which hold the potential to significantly influence the passage of the farm bill and other critical agricultural legislation in the year ahead.

Monitoring key races, shifts in political dynamics and candidate positions will be crucial in determining the future direction of agricultural policy.

Despite a challenging political landscape and an uncertain course ahead, Pflueger said he remains positive, believing there is reason to stay encouraged about where the beef industry, and entire country, is headed.

“I’ve never believed in this country more than I do right now,” Pflueger said. “Those who are working for the betterment of our country are more passionate than they’ve ever been.”

Animal disease traceability Congressional action in Washington, D.C., also shed light on an industry-wide discussion surrounding animal disease traceability.

While cattle raisers were gathered in Fort Worth for convention, the U.S. House of Representatives passed an appropriations package that included $15 million in funding for electronic ID tags.

I’ve never believed in this country more than I do right now.”

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U.S. Rep. August Pflueger presents an American flag to TSCRA Immediate Past President Arthur Uhl.

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The legislation stems from USDA’s final rule requiring visually and electronically readable tags on breeding age cattle 18 months and older traveling across state lines.

At time of press, this rule was anticipated to go into effect six months after being published in the Federal Register.

The appropriations funding would set a USDA budget specifically to help producers cover the cost of the tags and inf rastructure. Funding distribution is yet to be determined.

“The $15 million, as they look to allocate to help us through this transition, should be very helpful,” said Callahan Grund, executive director of U.S. CattleTrace.

In the School for Successful Ranching, Grund shared a look at producer-led efforts to develop a workable animal disease traceability system. He spoke about a need for urgency, and for cattle producers to help design a voluntary program that could be implemented across the industry.

“We have an opportunity to be proactive instead of reactive,” Grund said.

He pointed to the cow that stole Christmas more than two decades ago, when the first animal in the U.S. was identified with bovine spongiform encephalopathy. The industry was upended, as the single cow came in contact with nearly 7,000 head at a sale barn and potentially reached 40-plus feedyards.

Because disease spreads quickly, the ability to use contract tracing to identify exposed animals can make a significant difference. Developing a producerled, voluntary animal disease traceability system is the key to safeguarding the industry against these risks, Grund said.

In his main-stage discussion, Conaway also stressed the role of animal disease traceability when it comes to protecting trade partnerships.

“If you look at the risks our markets run for an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease or others, being able to trace back to the source would help us limit the damage that would be incurred,” Conaway said.

While foot-and-mouth disease has not impacted the U.S. cattle industry since 1929, this disease is still a threat to U.S. cattle raisers. In the event of a foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, it’s crucial to enhance traceability measures to contain and mitigate the spread.

“On the animal health official side, they want to know where those animals are so they can get their arms wrapped around it,” Grund said. “We need to go to this operation so we can keep it isolated.”

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Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo attendees listen to educational sessions through the School for Successful Ranching. The 2024 event brought 4,300 cattle raisers together, surpassing attendance in recent years.

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While at Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, attendees enjoyed numerous live demonstrations, visiting with exhibitors and shopping throughout the more than 200,000 square-foot trade show.

The work of U.S. CattleTrace follows more than 25 years of discussion around animal disease traceability.

While regulations could vary from state to state, the overarching goal of U.S. CattleTrace is to establish a standardized framework to ensure consistency and accuracy across the industry.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association has been, and continues to be, committed to making sure any animal disease traceability program upholds privacy rights and has funding to keep the financial burden off cattle raisers.

A shared passion

educational sessions and networking, convention attendees gained new insights into what could impact their operations in the year ahead.

Many continued these conversations during the association’s policy committee meetings held in May and will help formulate policy priorities during the TSCRA Summer Meeting June 21-22 in San Antonio.

Through the collective efforts of Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members, volunteers and leaders, the organization will continue to navigate challenges and seize opportunities to benefit those who steward the land and livestock.

Save the date for the 2025 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo, April 11-13, 2025, for the next annual gathering of cattle raisers in Fort Worth. CT

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PROTECTING U.S. BEEF: PRIORITIZING SAFETY ACROSS IMPORTS

By Missy Bonds

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rade has long been a vital tool in a cattle raiser’s toolbelt. Opportunities to market high-quality American beef to other countries drive value for the product we raise.

However, trade is a two-way street. To market our premium beef outside the U.S., we also must accept products from other countries.

Imported beef is typically very lean, often grass-fed and mostly suited for grinds mixed with top-quality domestic trimmings. Because we cannot produce enough lean beef to meet grind demands, adding imported beef helps fill the gap — and allows higher value U.S. beef cuts to stay in the premium market, here and abroad.

Simply put, more dollars stay in American cattle raisers’ pockets while affordable, safe ground beef can be made into hamburgers for summer grills.

This market system hinges on a vital element: safety.

International trade of live cattle and fresh beef is important and extremely valuable to the U.S. beef industry, but it must be done without subjecting our country to detrimental disease outbreaks and unnecessary risks. That is why we hold our trading partners to strict health and safety standards. Paraguay beef does not meet those standards.

Most notably, Paraguay has a history of foot-andmouth disease, which presents one of the beef industry’s greatest risks. Importing any fresh beef with the disease could cause widespread harm to the U.S. cattle herd — and create detrimental effects to trade agreements with other countries.

Foot-and-mouth disease is among the most challenging animal diseases to control, because it is fast-spreading and affects a broad group of clovenhoofed animals. The virus can reside in raw meat, animal products or milk from exposed or infected animals.

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Paraguay faced an outbreak around 10 years ago, and while no recent outbreaks have been reported, concerns remain about response and mitigation.

When a proposal was published through the Federal Register to amend USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service regulations and allow the import of fresh beef from Paraguay in March 2023, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, alongside our national affiliate National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, opposed the proposed rule. Congressional leaders also rallied to help ensure the safety of the U.S. cattle herd.

Despite these efforts, a final rule was published in November 2023.

Congressman Ronny Jackson, along with fellow representatives from Texas, U.S. Reps. Brian Babin, Troy Nehls, August Pfluger and Keith Self, introduced House Joint Resolution 115 under the Congressional Review Act opposing the final rule. The House Joint Resolution was sent to the House Agriculture Committee, and at time of press, awaited further action.

The Senate also took action under the Congressional Review Act. Senate Joint Resolution 62, sponsored by U.S. Sen. Jon Tester, rolled back the USDA rule. The Senate Joint Resolution passed in March 2024. Having passed the Senate, the legislation moved to the House for further consideration.

The first resolution to make it through both chambers will be sent to the President’s desk for final passage.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association looks forward to working with partners in the beef industry to ensure the successful passage of one of the joint resolutions — and to repeal this harmful rule. CT Missy Bonds, of Bonds Ranch near Saginaw, is a member of the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association board of directors.

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r. Ronny Jackson was raised in Levelland, and after working as a roustabout in the West Texas oilfields, he paid his way through undergraduate school at Texas A&M University. Following graduation from medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch, he began active-duty service in the U.S. Navy.

With training in undersea medicine, Jackson used his talents while assigned to locations ranging from Panama City, Florida, to Sigonella, Italy. He completed his residency in emergency medicine, finishing at the top of his class. Soon thereafter, he deployed to Iraq to lead efforts for a combat Surgical Shock Trauma Platoon.

was also physician to the President under the Trump Administration, and in January 2019, President Donald J. Trump appointed him as chief medical advisor and assistant to the President.

U.S. Rep. Ronny Jackson

While serving in Iraq, he was called back to the states to serve in the White House Medical Unit during President George W. Bush’s Administration. Jackson served as director of the White House Medical Unit and physician to the President during the Obama Administration. He

In December 2019, Jackson retired from the U.S. Navy as a rear admiral. He returned to Texas and ran for U.S. Congress, and was elected to serve Texas’ 13th Congressional District in November 2020. His committee assignments include the House Agriculture Committee, the House Armed Services Committee, the House Foreign Affairs Committee and the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Pandemic.

While in office, Jackson has been an advocate for cattle raisers in his home district and across the entire state and country. He introduced House Joint Resolution 115 that, if signed into law, would reverse USDA’s final rule allowing fresh beef imports from Paraguay — and protect U.S. cattle producers from a catastrophic foreign animal disease outbreak. CT

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MARKET BOONS CattleFax forecast paints a friendly picture for beef producers.

By Diane Meyer

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ith rainfall forecasts on the fritz, cattle producers need good news about the markets.

And that’s exactly what they received from CattleFax CEO Randy Blach at the recent Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo in Fort Worth.

Fig. 1: Annual U.S. Average Cattle Prices

In his presentation March 22, he predicted cattle prices and beef demand will remain strong despite looming potential for dry weather.

Echoing last year’s discussion around tighter supplies and higher prices, Blach said markets are behaving seasonably for the cow-calf, feeder and fed cattle sectors.

The fed cattle market will likely average up to $180 cwt. for the year, with highs at the break of the fall season (Figure 1).

After a decade of roller coaster price swings in the feeder cattle index from $240 to $120 cwt., prices are back at the $250 range, with deferred futures trading around $270 cwt. Blach highly encouraged risk management tactics to combat volatility, even with anticipated seasonal patterns.

Meanwhile, the expert said cow-calf producers should enjoy stout prices the next couple years. Blach reiterated a key difference in this cattle cycle compared to the last: the expansion rate of the national beef cow herd.

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The fastest growth in history occurred from 2014 to 2019, with approximately 1.5 million cows added in the South Plains region alone. Drought and unrelenting interest rates have stunted growth this time around.

That same region — which includes Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas and Missouri — documented a mere 200,000 head increase from 2019 to 2024.

“The market is short on what everybody needs,” Blach said. “We’re short on available inventory all the way through the system.”

With all this considered, Blach offered his best answer to the big question: What’s the market to do?

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In the News Market Signals Price signals for higher supplies are calling for more imports. Feeder cattle from Mexico and Canada are expected to top 1.6 million at the end of the year.

Supplies of beef-on-dairy cross calves are also soaring.

Blach believes these calves will consistently supply the industry for the next 10 to 15 years, with potential to surpass 4 million head — representing 15% of fed slaughter numbers — on an annual basis in the next few years.

After five years of supply exceeding available shackle space, steer and heifer slaughter is declining and normalizing margins. Last year’s weekly steer and heifer slaughter averages were noticeably less than in 2022, with especially tight margins since July 2023.

“These markets do sort it out and, in my opinion, the market needs to sort it out,” Blach said. “I think we need to stay focused on that as we go forward.”

Steer and heifer harvest numbers are down 188,000 head year-to-date, with a total reduction of 800,000 expected this year. Tight numbers are translating to record value for market cows.

In turn, there are record high prices for lean beef, which represents more than 50% of all beef consumed domestically within the U.S. January and February saw chart-topping lean imports, namely from Australia and New Zealand, with premiums from the U.S. market reaching 40 to 50 cents per pound.

“When our market needs it, it’s going to send these price signals and we’ll move the supply,” Blach reiterated.

“That’s what we’re doing — we’re importing this product.”

Low cattle numbers beg the question: Is there enough beef for consumers?

Unfortunately for beef shoppers, little relief in retail prices are in sight, as the smallest beef supplies are expected in 2026. If La Niña worsens, that deficit could seep into 2027.

But the good news — and a major differentiating factor from the last cattle cycle, Blach said — is that nearly 106 billion pounds of protein are available in the marketplace, 18 billion of which are exported.

In contrast, 92 billion pounds of beef, pork and poultry were produced in 2014.

Even though consumers will have more choices, will they continue to pay top dollar for protein?

Beef. It’s Still for Dinner.

Yes, Blach believes. Across all animal proteins, substitute proteins account for a mere 0.2% of the market, and 0.3% of beef substitutes.

CattleFax CEO Randy Blach presents during the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo. Photo by Kayla Jennings.

pocketbooks thin, retail prices are likely to average $8 per pound.

“The profitability we have in this industry is about demand growth. It’s that simple,” Blach said.

Unrelenting demand, he attested, is no accident.

Cattle raisers are being rewarded for delivering consistency and marbling, the latter of which pork strayed from in recent decades.

Case in point, the biggest production of beef occurred 2021 through 2024 and garnered the highest premiums ever for Choice, high Choice and Prime. In 2023, beef spending totaled $148 billion, compared to $81 billion for pork and $90 billion for poultry.

Blach reminded the audience everything circles around to market signals — and the marketplace has shifted from supply-driven to demand-driven. It’s why more than 80% of cattle today hit the Choice and Prime benchmarks, up from 50% in the early 2000s.

“We have been the beneficiaries of strong demand only because we put a tremendous product in front of consumers,” he said. CT

The picture is brightest for beef, with demand at 30-plus-year highs. Despite a tight economy stretching

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CONVENTION

CHATTER TSCRA officers and Texas Grazing Lands Coalition CEO Jenny Pluhar present Mike Turner, of Blue Ranch, with the Outstanding Rangeland Stewardship Award.

BLUE RANCH HONORED WITH 2024 TEXAS OUTSTANDING RANGELAND STEWARDSHIP AWARD 147TH CATTLE RAISERS CONVENTION & EXPO IN THE BOOKS The 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo drew more than 4,300 attendees to downtown Fort Worth March 22-24.

The agenda featured three prominent main-stage sessions addressing pivotal topics such as agricultural policy, a 2024 weather forecast and a market outlook.

The renowned culinary couple Lisa and Tom Perini, alongside NBC 5 news anchor, Deborah Ferguson, also took the stage, inviting audiences to their kitchen table the entire audience to their kitchen table for conversation about cattle, beef and the people who bring us together.

During the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Annual Meeting, attendees elected a new officer team: Carl Ray Polk Jr., president; Stephen Diebel, first-vice president; and Dan Gattis, second-vice president, secretary and treasurer.

Two members were newly elected to serve on the association’s board of directors: Bill Cawley, Crockett; and Lloyd French IV, Houston.

The association also added three members to its executive committee: David Crow, Corpus Christi; Joe Leathers, Guthrie; and Cody Webb, Barnhart.

This year’s event was filled with hours of educational sessions, live demonstrations, multiple student opportunities and competitions, alongside the expo featuring more than 290 exhibitor booths.

“Thank you to all the cattle raisers, landowners and industry partners who gave their time and support in making this event a success,” Polk said.

“Our dedicated team of volunteer leaders and staff worked tirelessly to put together an exceptional program highlighting the ideas, innovations and individuals helping shape the future of our industry.”

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On March 24, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association presented Blue Ranch with the Texas Outstanding Rangeland Stewardship Award at the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo. The award recognized exceptional stewardship and innovation of the Panhandle-based cattle ranch.

Blue Ranch is owned by Rex and Susan McCloy, and managed by Mike Turner, who transitioned the operation from a feedyard to a cow-calf operation in 2013.

“Blue Ranch is an outstanding example of stewardship, and we’re proud to present them with this award,” said Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Second Vice President Stephen Diebel. “Their dedication is evident in maintaining a sustainable and reliable operation, for generations to come.”

Blue Ranch spans more than 19,500 acres in Dumas.

The operation prioritizes resource management, innovative stocking strategies and conservation methods.

These efforts have resulted in a significant increase in forage production, a boost in wildlife populations and notable improvements in stocking rates.

“Ranching practices implemented by the McCloys serve as a testament to their unwavering dedication to responsibly managing and utilizing the land’s resources,” Diebel said. “They have demonstrated exceptional resource management, setting clear goals and implementing environmental programs to optimize water and land usage.”

This 2024 Texas Outstanding Rangeland Stewardship Award is presented as a joint effort between Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, Texas Section Society for Range Management and Texas Grazing Land Coalition.

Blue Ranch will compete among other outstanding ranchers in the 2024 National Cattlemen’s Foundation Environmental Stewardship Award Program.

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TSCRA officers present Atascosa County Agent Dale Rankin, second from left, with the Outstanding County Extension Agent - Beef Award.

ATASCOSA COUNTY TEXAS A&M AGRILIFE EXTENSION AGENT RECOGNIZED Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association announced Dale Rankin, an Atascosa County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Agent, as the 2024 Outstanding County Extension Agent – Beef.

The award was created to recognize Texas’ most dedicated and effective local educators.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Second Vice President Stephen Diebel noted the instrumental role of county extension agents to working alongside landowners to advance stewardship of land and livestock across Texas.

“The invaluable work of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension agents like Dale Rankin help advance the livestock community,” Diebel said. “Dale Rankin has shown tremendous commitment to educating landowners through programs and resources that not only better beef production locally, but help cattle raisers improve economics within their own operations.”

Rankin has 23 years of experience as a county Extension agent. In his current role, he has significantly elevated Atascosa County’s agricultural landscape.

Innovative initiatives like Brush Country Beef 706 and the Atascosa Club Calf Association have enhanced local beef production practices, adding substantial economic value to producers’ herds.

His proactive involvement in research collaborations and influential outreach efforts position Atascosa County as a hub of agricultural excellence, setting a benchmark for sustainable ranching and farming practices.

“Thank you for your commitment to educating others and your hard work in our industry,” Diebel said.

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True to the mission of Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association to invest in the next generation of beef industry leaders, the association hosted its third Graduate Research Poster Showcase March 23.

Seven students from top universities in the state traveled to Fort Worth to present their research posters to a panel of judges and convention attendees.

Score cards were tallied, and Connor Kern, a Texas Tech University animal science graduate student, took home top honors. Haleigh Prosser of Texas A&M University was second, and Kenleigh Thomas of West Texas A&M University was third.

“I’m happy that I’m able to come out here and present my research,” Kern said. “And we got a little something out of it, too.”

His project examined the effects of cottonseed meal supplementation on heifer performance and forage utilization while grazing late season summer forage.

The study spanned two summers with commercial Angus heifers broken into three weight blocks and nine paddocks. Each weight block received one of the three supplementation strategies.

The control group grazed with no cottonseed meal supplementation. The other two groups received the same amount of supplementation at different frequencies to mimic varying feeding strategies among ranchers.

“After two summers, we found that cottonseed meal supplementation to [both groups of] heifers grazing late summer forages provided sufficient protein to increase ruminal fiber digestibility, improved gain and muscle growth compared to the control,” he said. CT

Connor Kern, a student at Texas Tech University, receives firstplace honor during the graduate poster showcase.

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NATIONALLY RECOGNIZED Texas ranch receives prestigious environmental stewardship award.

By Jaclyn Roberts Parrish

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Bar C Ranch, a North Texas cattle ranch committed to sustainability, was named the national winner of the 2023 Environmental Stewardship Award Program, or ESAP, for its exemplary stewardship practices and conservation achievements.

3,000 acres of diverse habitat supporting more than 660 cataloged species of plants, animals, birds, mosses, lichens and other ecological communities. The ranch implements an adaptive multi-paddock strategy that rotates cattle through 58 permanently fenced pastures.

The ranch, which is owned by GC and Mary Ellis and operated by their daughter Meredith and long-time ranch manager Michael Knabe, became the fifth Texas-based operation to be awarded the national title.

The ranch also prioritizes water quality, implementing stewardship practices promoting clean water that feeds into the Trinity River, a water source responsible for half of Texans’ water needs.

G Bar C Ranch was nominated by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association to compete for the Region IV ESAP award after being named the 2023 Texas ESAP winner at the 2023 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo.

“More than their commitment to the land is their commitment to helping others,” Polk said. “G Bar C Ranch opens its gates to research teams and ranchers from across the globe to study and learn from their operation.”

G Bar C Ranch was named the Region IV ESAP winner in February allowing the ranch to then compete alongside five other cattle operations from across the U.S. for the national title.

G Bar C Ranch received the national award in Washington, D.C., during the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Legislative Conference. U.S. Rep. Michael Burgess commended the Ellis family and G Bar C Ranch.

"Seeing G Bar C Ranch recognized through such a respected platform as the National Environmental Stewardship Award Program is a proud moment for Texas,” said Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association President Carl Ray Polk Jr.

“My sincere congratulations go out to Meredith Ellis for her recognition in receiving the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s prestigious Environmental Stewardship Award,” Burgess said. “Meredith’s impact toward our community is inspiring for all of Texas and will benefit many generations to come.”

“G Bar C Ranch is an outstanding example of the state’s commitment to caring for the environment and protecting natural resources, and we’re honored to have conservation-minded Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members like the Ellis family.”

G Bar C Ranch, located in Rosston, outside the sprawling Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, preserves

ESAP was established in 1991 by National Cattlemen’s Beef Association to recognize outstanding stewardship practices and conservation achievements of U.S. cattle producers. The program provides landowners and ranch managers with examples of stewardship that can benefit cattle operations throughout the nation. CT

G Bar C Ranch receives the national ESAP award. From left, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Mark Eisele; Meredith, GC Jr., GC Sr. and Mary Ellis; and ESAP Chair Gary Price. Courtesy photo.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING

AT TSCRA U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, pictured center, stands for a photo with TSCRA’s Jason Skaggs, left, and Stephen Diebel, right.

TSCRA JOINS CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS AND HEARS FROM JAPANESE PRIME MINISTER

Left — U.S. Sen. John Cornyn shares a handshake with TSCRA President Carl Ray Polk Jr. Right — TSCRA First Vice President Stephen Diebel with Meredith Ellis, national ESAP winner.

TSCRA MEETS WITH D.C. OFFICIALS DURING LEGISLATIVE FLY-IN Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association leaders and staff traveled to Washington, D.C., April 17-19 to discuss critical issues impacting cattle raisers with more than 20 government officials.

Priority issues included ongoing conversations about passing a farm bill with funding for key conservation and risk management provisions, and increased funding for electronic ID tags and related equipment for cattle.

Additionally, improving tax policy to better meet the needs of rural landowners was also covered. This includes permanently repealing the estate tax, which disproportionately impacts ranchers and landowners.

The meetings provided a platform to address Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association’s opposition to proposed revisions to the definition of “prompt payment” in the Packers and Stockyards Act. These revisions to the definiton would subject cattle raisers to unnecessary delays in receiving payments.

Texas-specific issues included raising concerns about the development of a high-speed rail across rural Texas, and the ongoing need to secure the border between Texas and Mexico.

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In April, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association First Vice President Stephen Diebel and Executive Vice President and CEO Jason Skaggs attended a joint meeting of Congress in Washington, D.C., where Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida addressed U.S. congressional leaders.

The association was a guest of U.S. Rep. Jodey Arrington, who represents district 19, chairs the U.S. House Budget Committee and is a strong supporter of the Texas cattle industry.

“Japan is the second largest export market for U.S. beef, accounting for $1.8 billion in beef exports in 2023,” Diebel said. “This market has opportunity to grow by $380 million in the next 10 years and continued growth will rely on strong trade relations between the U.S. and Japan.”

In addition to meeting with Arrington, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association also met with U.S. House Agriculture Committee members Ronny Jackson, Texas District 13, and Tracey Mann, Kansas District 1. U.S. Rep. Mann also chairs the Livestock, Dairy and Poultry Subcommittee.

The group discussed the ongoing issues facing ranchers and landowners along the Texas-Mexico border, onerous federal regulatory outreach and the need for a balanced federal budget.

HOLBROOKS JOINS POLICY TEAM IN AUSTIN Paige Holbrooks, a West Texas native, joined Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association June 3 as the director of policy communications.

She grew up on a cow-calf operation near Gail, where she said work ethic and a passion for the industry kept food on the table and her dad’s banker happy.

During her sophomore year of high school, she served as a Texas Beef Council Ambassador and traveled to the Texas Panhandle, expanding her view of Paige the industry.

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In the News Holbrooks said participating in commercial steer contests during high school increased her knowledge and exposure to the highs and lows of producing highquality protein.

She graduated from West Texas A&M University in May 2022 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural media and communication. This May, she earned a master’s in agriculture with a specialization in agribusiness and economics from the same university.

Holbrooks said she has found her purpose in sharing the story of agriculture through writing, listening and advocating for those who feed the world.

“Encounters within the beef industry have led me to where I am, and I look forward to where they take me in my new role with TSCRA,” Holbrooks said. “I feel fortunate to have the opportunity to work with beef producers and represent the industry.”

TSCRA WELCOMES SUMMER INTERNS Four interns joined the Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association team May 20. Kyla Beck, Karlee Busher and Tatum Christie are based in the Fort Worth office, and work across all departments. Payton Ramsey is a policy intern based in Austin.

Beck, originally from San Antonio, and has been active on her family’s commercial cow-calf operation in Cibolo, where her passion for agriculture began. Her family moved the operation to Seguin in 2013, where she lived until she graduated high school and moved to College Station to attend Texas A&M University in August 2022.

An incoming senior, Beck studies agribusiness and is involved in many Kyla Beck campus activities. In 2023, she was part of the National Champion Collegiate Wool Judging team and is currently a member of the 2024 Texas A&M Meat Judging team, which was undefeated in the spring season.

Busher is a recent graduate of Texas Tech University with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications, and dual minors in agribusiness management and political science. Originally from Winters, she grew up working on her family’s cattle operation, which consists of a stocker enterprise and cow-calf herd.

During her time on campus, Busher served as associate editor for the 2024 edition of The Agriculturist, official Karlee Busher publication of the Davis College of Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources. She was also a member of Agricultural Communicators of Tomorrow and assisted with recruitment and promotion for Davis College as an Agri-Techsan.

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Christie was born and raised in the agricultural industry and graduated high school from a small East Texas town. Growing up, her family exhibited and raised competitive club lambs along with a handful of hogs, cattle and goats.

After a successful FFA and 4-H career, Christie continued her education and livestock judging career at South Plains College and then Texas Tech University. She is currently a senior Tatum Christie at Texas Tech and will graduate in August 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications. Christie says she has a deep understanding of the livestock industry that drives her belief in its long-term sustainability.

Ramsey grew up on her family’s cow-calf operation in Garrison and has always wanted to pursue a career serving the U.S. cattle industry. She earned her undergraduate degree in animal science from Texas A&M University. As a student, she interned with the U.S. House of Representatives, which ultimately led her to attend law school.

Ramsey currently attends Texas Payton Ramsey A&M University School of Law in Fort Worth and will graduate in May 2025 with a concentration in domestic public policy. She has interned with the USDA Office of the General Counsel and serves as a senior staffer for the Texas A&M Law Review and as the deputy managing editor for the Journal of Civil Law and Governance. She also continues to own and operate R3 Cattle Co., which raises show cattle for 4-H and FFA exhibitors.

AMICUS BRIEF HELPS REVERSE IMPLIED EASEMENT INVOLVING GILLESPIE COUNTY RANCH In March, the Court of Appeals of the Seventh District of Texas at Amarillo reversed a previous ruling in Bloxom v. Mutt Land Holdings LP reaffirming an important precedent related to implied easements being imposed by trial courts.

The ruling came after Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association submitted an amicus brief supporting long-time ranchers and members, Tom and Lou Bloxom.

“Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association was proud to see the Amarillo Court of Appeals uphold fundamental private property rights through their ruling in Bloxom v. Mutt Land Holdings LP,” said President Carl Ray Polk Jr. “The case represents a new and concerning trend across Texas in areas where subdivisions and other developments are springing up near existing ranches.

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In the News “District courts are increasingly bypassing the trial process and granting easements across adjacent ranches by summary judgment. This ruling affirms the longstanding protection of private property rights in Texas law.”

AMICUS BRIEF SUPPORTING LANDOWNERS IN SUPREME COURT GROUNDWATER OWNERSHIP DISPUTE Through the filing of an amicus brief at the Texas Supreme Court in Cactus Water Services LLC v. COG Operating LLC, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association petitioned the court to review a case confirming ownership of produced water. The amicus brief was submitted in April.

This comes after a trial court previously ruled that COG owns the produced water that surfaces during oil and gas operations. On appeal, the Eighth Court of Appeals affirmed the trial court and agreed that COG owns the produced water resulting from its operations.

Cactus Water filed the latest Petition for Review with the Texas Supreme Court.

Believing that groundwater is the property of the surface owner, Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association reiterated the property rights at stake in this litigation and argued that the Court of Appeals’ decision significantly undermines private property rights.

“Perhaps no private property right is as important in this generation as the longstanding principle of groundwater ownership,” said Carl Ray Polk Jr., association president.

“In the case of Cactus v. COG, the Texas Supreme Court has an opportunity to clarify and reassert important principles regarding the landowner’s ownership of groundwater. Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association and its more than 28,000 members look to the court to continue its tradition of upholding fundamental private property rights and believe that this amicus brief will provide important policy background on the issues as well as the implications of the decision by the court.” CT

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In 2018, Kemp Angus Farm shifted from mostly selling Angus bulls to primarily selling high-quality Angus beef directly from their farm to area consumers. Growing their direct-to-market beef business allowed the farm to be strict with culling, only keeping the best animals as breeding stock from each calf crop.

With their dedication to raising cattle that produce high-quality beef, more than 85% of their total herd and 100% of the males they raise and sell as breeding bulls carry Certified Angus Beef’s Targeting the Brand logo — that’s significantly higher than the national average.

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Theft & Law was arrested Feb. 28 and booked into the Pontotoc County jail.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association thanks the Pontotoc County District Attorney’s office for their collaborative efforts in this investigation to successfully bring this case to prosecution. Individuals with any information regarding potential co-conspirators involved in Price’s illegal activities are urged to call Hyde at 918-315-2925.

PONTOTOC COUNTY MAN ARRESTED, STEALING SHELBY COUNTY MAN ARRESTED FOR THEFT OF LIVESTOCK CATTLE FROM OKLAHOMA SALE BARN AND EXPLOITATION OF THE ELDERLY Jason Don Price charged with 44 counts of larceny of livestock following cattle theft from Southern Oklahoma Livestock Auction.

TSCRA Special Ranger investigation led to the arrest of Danny Matthew Wright.

A native of Roff, Oklahoma, Jason Don Price, also known as “Bacon,” was arrested and charged with 44 felony counts of larceny of livestock for allegedly stealing cattle from the Southern Oklahoma Livestock Auction in Ada, Oklahoma.

Danny Matthew Wright, of Timpson, was arrested Jan. 5 on charges of theft of livestock and exploitation of the elderly.

The arrest stems from an investigation conducted by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Darrel Bobbitt. He received a report indicating Wright, a ranch hand, stole cattle from his employer, an elderly resident of Shelby County.

The arrest comes after an investigation led by Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Cody Hyde.

Cody Hyde Hyde initiated an investigation District 3 in January 2024 at the request of TSCRA Special Ranger the Southern Oklahoma Livestock Auction. Evidence obtained from the sale barn supported allegations that Price unlawfully acquired 44 head of cattle from the auction between January 2023 and February 2024.

The investigation revealed Price generated fraudulent documents for cattle at Southern Oklahoma Livestock Auction’s inventory, listing them for sale under his girlfriend’s name.

Hyde located Price at his residence in Roff and upon questioning, obtained probable cause. Price

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With assistance from Shelby County Constables, Josh Tipton and Taylor Fanguy, the team identified the stolen cow through a brand registered to the victim.

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An impaneled grand jury, presented with the findings of the investigation, indicted Wright for the theft of livestock and exploitation of the elderly.

Wright was released on bond Jan. 9 and is pending trial.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association thanks Shelby County Constable’s Office for their joint efforts in this investigation bringing the case to prosecution. CT

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Theft & Law Angus bull missing in Schleicher County.

Brittain also reports a black Angus bull missing. The five-year-old bull has a red ear tag with No. PF 1972 and branded with “MA” connected on the left hip. He was last seen Jan. 15. Anyone with information on these cases is urged to contact Brittain at 325-340-2268.

DISTRICT 25 — SOUTHEAST TEXAS Bull missing near Lavaca-DeWitt county line.

DISTRICT 3 — EASTERN OKLAHOMA Two calves missing in Garvin County.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Cody Hyde reports two calves missing off East County Road 1590 in Lindsay. Last seen March 30, the two black calves weigh approximately 70 pounds.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Hyde at 918-315-2925.

DISTRICT 12 — NORTHEAST TEXAS Cow-calf pair missing in Delta County.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Bo Fox reports a cow-calf pair missing from a property near County Road 4230 in Cooper. The black Angus cow has an orange Allflex tag with no. 9 in the right ear. The three-week-old black Angus calf has no ear tag or markings. They were last seen March 8.

Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Fox at 903-348-9638.

DISTRICT 19 — CENTRAL TEXAS Cattle missing in Crockett County.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger H.D. Brittain reports 10 Red Angus and Red Angus-cross cows missing from Crockett County University land. The cows are branded with “JB” connected or “Rafter S” on their left hip. They were last seen October 2023.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Robert Fields reports a red Simbrah bull missing off FM Road 951. The 5-year-old bull is branded with a pitchfork and three waves on the left hip. He was last seen March 19.

Cattle missing in Gonzales County.

Fields also reports six head of cattle missing off State Hwy 183 in Gonzales. The three-year-old Braford heifers are branded with a “Rocking T” on their left hip. Five of the heifers went missing in August 2023. An additional heifer went missing in February 2024. Anyone with information on these cases is urged to contact Fields at 361-207-5207.

DISTRICT 26 — CENTRAL TEXAS Angus bull missing in Brown County.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Special Ranger Todd Jennings reports a black Angus bull missing off CR 225 near Brownwood. The bull weighs approximately 1,800 pounds with a No. 26 green ear tag in the left ear and a “J open AL connected” brand on the left hip. He was last seen March 10. Anyone with information on this case is urged to contact Jennings at 830-997-7585. CT

TSCRA offers a cash reward for information leading to the arrest and/or grand jury indictment of individuals for theft of livestock or related property. Anonymity is guaranteed. To provide information, call the Operation Cow Thief tip line at 817-916-1775.

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Theft & Law Fine: $1,000 Restitution: $5,000 Court Costs: $342 TSCRA Special Ranger: Darrel Bobbitt

ALI FEDELL — DEFENDANT

CHARLES ALLEN ROBINSON JR. — DEFENDANT

Date of Birth: Oct. 17, 2001

Date of Birth: Dec. 1, 1980

Offense: Theft of Livestock

Offense: Theft of cattle/horse/exotic livestock, less than $150,000

Date of Offense: June 11, 2022 Victim: Madison Mitchell Location of Offense: Houston County Trial Date: May 15, 2023 Trial Court: 349th District Court Plea: Guilty Sentence: 5 years, deferred adjudication Fine: $250 Court Costs: $402

Date of Offense: Jan. 29, 2022 Victim: Charles Williamson Location of Offense: Rusk County Trial Date: March 20, 2024 Trial Court: 4th District Court, Rusk County Plea: Guilty Sentence: 10 years, state penitentiary Fine: Declared indigent Court Costs: $290

TSCRA Special Ranger: Darrel Bobbitt Additional Offense: Resist arrest search or transport

CODY LOCKETT — DEFENDANT

Date of Offense: Jan. 27, 2022

Date of Birth: Oct. 26, 1992

Case Dismissed: April 2, 2024

Offense: Theft of Livestock

Alternate Sentence: Length of time served on felony charge is greater than the maximum allowed for this offense.

Date of Offense: June 11, 2022 Victim: Madison Mitchell Location of Offense: Houston County Trial Date: Nov. 13, 2023 Trial Court: 349th District Court Plea: Guilty Sentence: 10 years, state penitentiary. Alternate sentencing resulted in the 10-year sentence suspended to five years of probation.

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Additional Offense: Evading arrest/detention Date of Offense: Jan. 27, 2022 Case Dismissed: April 2, 2024 Alternate Sentence: Length of time served on felony charge is greater than the maximum allowed for this offense.

TSCRA Special Rangers: Lead Investigator, Larry Hand; Assisting Investigators, Darrell Bobbitt and Bo Fox. CT

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PASSION & PURPOSE Three leaders share insights during Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo.

By Kayla Jennings

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toried pasts from a saddle in Saginaw to the heart of deep South Texas and the horse races in Florida united in Cowtown during the Women in Ranching Panel held March 22 during Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Director Missy Bonds moderated a discussion between Leslie Kinsel, of Kinsel Cattle Co., and Molly McAdams, of Texas Beef Council.

Bonds has always called her family’s commercial operation in Saginaw home, and has brought her own life experiences back to the ranch to ensure its longterm sustainability and success. In addition to her college degrees, she has taken advantage of many leadership development opportunities to refine her skills and give back not only to her family business, but also to the beef industry through service opportunities.

Giving back has also been a mantra for Kinsel through her lifetime. For her, an industry passion stemmed from humble beginnings with her family’s small herd alongside her parents’ full-time jobs. Today, her words come through the lens of a seasoned South Texas rancher, wife and mother, who has devoted much of her time to organizations like Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association, including serving on its board of directors.

From an unsuspecting start as the daughter of a racehorse veterinarian in Florida who began her college career as an art major, McAdams is now most comfortable speaking about her passion for beef to anyone who will listen. Life’s circumstances through college professors and peers have led her on a journey to fiercely advocating for the beef industry, drawing on her meat science experience and strong communications skills.

Whether these women were born in the beef industry or got there as fast as they could, these leaders were eager to share their experiences and advice to a room full of young producers and professionals.

Bonds posed these questions and more to guide the conversation. The following are excerpts from the panel, edited only for clarity and length.

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Industry leaders, from left to right, Molly McAdams, Missy Bonds and Leslie Kinsel took the stage during the 2024 Cattle Raisers Convention & Expo to encourage young producers.

Q: What do you find most rewarding about agriculture, specifically cattle production?

KINSEL: I started out getting involved in Texas &

Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association by serving on a committee. Get in there, volunteer your time, serve and meet the most wonderful people in the world. These are some of our best friends at cattle raisers meetings.

That’s the most rewarding part by far — getting to work with, know and love good people.

MCADAMS: Some board service that you do will be

thankless, but you’re going to develop close friendships through that service. You’re going to help raise their kids because you spend so much time with them. We’re all here for the same reasons. We believe in the mission of Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association.

When you find a cause that you believe in, the people come along for the ride.

BONDS: We were affected by the fires in the

Panhandle, and it was incredible to see the outpouring of support within hours of the fires coming through of

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Q: Can you share a particularly memorable or

challenging experience you’ve had in the cattle industry?

BONDS: For me, there was a time when I hadn’t been

home from college for long and my dad had gotten sick. He was having surgery, and I was having to ship cattle by myself for the first time ever. The cattle were 150 pounds light and 75 head short. Luckily the representative for the feedyard came to me and said, ‘If you can find a home for these cattle, we’ll let you keep them until they make contract.’ Within 20 minutes, I found a home for 10 loads of cattle.

KINSEL: My most challenging experience after I

married a rancher was volunteering to do some of the bookkeeping. I took one accounting course in college, but I barely got through it. I am married to a boss man who keeps his cattle count on the backs of envelopes in a cubby hole in the desk behind him. You probably can’t read his writing either. If you have good handwriting, get rid of it right now. That’s the secret to being a cattle rancher.

MCADAMS: My husband was the first vice president

with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, and the day after our son was born — while we were still in the hospital — the first BSE case broke in the U.S. He was on the road nonstop, and I was working as an officer for HEB at the time. It was mayhem at our house.

We all go through it. I think the story is that you don’t know how resilient you are until you face something.

Usually what you do is you put your head down and you start working.

Q: What advice do you have for young producers looking to build their network?

MCADAMS: You just take the initiative. You are

taught to do it in 4-H and FFA, and it’s critical because everyone has to rely on a network at some point. You want to make sure you’ve got a good one, and you’ve invested in it.

It’s a give and take — that’s part of the friendship and networking. Make it a habit to ask people, ‘How can I help you?’

KINSEL: Step outside your comfort zone. As a young

person, not only was I shy, but I also thought I knew it all already. The older I get, the less I know. Go ahead and start conversations, whether it’s to offer something you have or to find out something you might want to know.

Q: What are your thoughts on the future?

KINSEL: The beef industry is going to survive, but not

without a lot of battles ahead of us. It’s going to survive because, for the people we’re talking about, this is their passion, their love and they’re going to fight for it. Stay aware, stay involved and be ready to do your part.

MCADAMS: I fight daily for this industry. Here’s what

I truly believe about ranching and beef. I do believe that beef is absolutely the highest quality protein a human can consume. Our biggest challenge is there’s less than 2% of people involved in agriculture.

What I find in my own fight is we have such a great positive story about our impact on communities, the environment and sustainability. Our product sustains human life better than anything except for probably water — and this is another great war that we’ll all be battling.

The passion that I have for the industry goes so deep, because I know that what we do makes a positive difference in the entire world. CT

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hay, feed and calls from people asking what they can do. People who have hardly anything to their names were calling and willing to give the shirt off their back to make sure that you have something. There is not another industry out here that would do that. That right there is what I love the most about this industry.

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Considerations from 6666 Ranch resident veterinarian Dr. Nathan Canaday.

By Kristen Brown

“At its finest, rider and horse are joined not by tack, but by trust. Each is totally reliant upon the other. Each is the selfless guardian of the other’s very well-being.” — Author Unknown

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istorically, horses go hand-in-hand with ranching. Even as technology and innovations develop, the role of a ranch horse remains.

Proper care of the cowboy’s confidant is of utmost importance and relies heavily on relationships — both with industry experts and the horse itself.

Similarly, their teeth need to be evaluated regularly and floated when necessary to remove sharp points.

“Every horse is different,” Canaday said.

“I'm a firm believer in making all decisions based on what's best for the horse. Some horses need floated every six months, but I know of some horses that need floated every two to three years.”

On a recent TSCRA Talk podcast episode, Dr. Nathan Canaday, horse division manager and resident veterinarian of the 6666 Ranch, shared his knowledge and experience on the proactive care of ranch horses.

Year-round care Considering Texas experiences all four seasons, Canaday spoke to the care of horses in both the summer and the winter — with the common factor being hydration.

A solid foundation includes everything from incorporating strong During the colder weather horses may Dr. Nathan Canaday genetics, providing quality forage and not be as thirsty and may not drink enough implementing a proper vaccination water, which can lead to colic. Breaking ice is program for brood mares after foals are born. vital to provide access to water, and water heaters may “Good forage is the majority of what they need for be beneficial for certain horses. nutrition, and then from there it is adding supplements Another wintertime consideration is shelter — a based on what life stage they are in and their workload,” lean-to or natural cover such as draws, ravines and Canaday said. brush to provide a block from the north wind. As the Similar to managing cattle, a ranch horse program temperatures heat up, electrolytes can support working is specific to the individual ranch needs and goals. horses to ensure proper hydration.

Age, forage quality, exposures and daily tasks of the Different seasons also bring different pests. horse are factors to consider when evaluating nutrition supplementation and establishing vaccine protocols, as Summertime flies can be treated in a variety of ways well as general healthcare protocols. including sprays, pour-ons and feed-through products.

Because ticks are common in the wintertime, horses As foals grow and halter breaking begins, Canaday need to be checked often and treated appropriately. encouraged establishing a positive human-horse bond early, which will cultivate a relationship to build upon Taking a full-scope view of horse care, Canaday during training. discussed the importance of maintaining pens, pastures In evaluating a horse’s exterior needs, hoof care is vital, ensuring their hooves are trimmed and balanced.

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and tack, as well as hauling horses with a dependable pickup and trailer.

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Similarly, it is beneficial to have basic veterinary supplies on hand at the ranch and a box or bag of supplies to take when traveling with horses.

“Inevitably, horses just seem to love to get hurt and they're going to get hurt when you're not at home or when you don't have a vet nearby,” Canaday said.

“Work with your vet on a ‘go bag’ of things to get you by until you can get your horse to a vet if something bad happens.”

When problems arise, he underscores the importance of a relationship and communication with a veterinarian.

From genetics to quality nutrition, and vaccinations to hoof care, Dr. Nathan Canaday talks caring for ranch horses in an episode of the TSCRA Talk podcast. Photo by Bee Silva.

“I've seen over the years here at Guthrie various wrecks along the highway, where somebody had a bad trailer and the floor fell out of it,” Canaday said.

“Don’t forget that your horses rely on you as much as you rely on them,” Canaday said.

To hear more, download TSCRA Talk via Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify or Stitcher. CT Kristen Brown, from Dalhart, is host of the TSCRA Talk podcast.

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WHAT PLANT IS IMPORTANT FOR THE

MONTH OF JUNE? Black dalea (Dalea fructescens)

By Kent Ferguson

Photo by Charmaine Richardson, Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center

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lack dalea is a woody shrub found growing throughout central, north and the western regions of Texas, as well as Oklahoma and New Mexico. It prefers shallow, rocky and thin soils, but can survive on sandy to clay soils.

Black dalea is part of the legume family, often called prairie clovers. This plant:

• Is a thornless shrub reaching 3-feet tall and 4- to

5-feet wide. It has gray to light-brown stems with alternate, pea-like, odd-pinnately compound leaves.

• Produces dense spikes of flowers with bright purple petals with orange dots. The flowers will mostly show from July until October.

than a 1/4 inch long with one terminal leaf on the central stem.

• Produces a small pod from the flowers that is an indiscreet capsule containing one or two seeds.

Black dalea is sought by livestock, white-tailed deer and turkey. Overgrazing can eliminate this plant from pastures, and it is often found hiding under and in other plants for protection. Protein levels can exceed 10% to 15%, and turkey like the seed.

If this drought-tolerant plant is identified in a pasture, take caution and manage appropriately to ensure it remains healthy. CT

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onsidered a secondary plant nutrient, adding sulfur to deficient soils can improve forage production.

However, overapplying sulfur with ammonium sulfate or in other fertilizers is costly and can have negative impacts on soil pH, animal performance and health.

The sulfur requirement for cattle is estimated at 0.15% of the dry-matter diet. Sulfur levels reaching above 0.35% to 0.5% can result in reduced absorption of other important minerals and have negative impacts on cattle growth and health.

Checking sulfur levels in hay samples can be helpful to ensure sulfur is not overapplied. CT

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GROWING Demand

Seven ways USMEF promotes U.S. beef around the world.

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ompetition is fierce on the global stage, and the Beef Checkoff works diligently to encourage foreign countries to feature U.S. beef as their protein choice.

As a result of the Checkoff’s efforts, more consumers around the world want the high-quality products cattlemen and women produce — growing demand and increasing the value of U.S. beef.

Here are seven ways U.S. Meat Export Federation has recently worked to grow beef demand abroad, funded in part by the Beef Checkoff.

1. Hong Kong Event Promotes American Barbecue and Celebrates Foodservice The 14th edition of the Great American Texas Barbecue Hong Kong attracted 850 chefs, merchandisers, restaurant owners, distributors and U.S. suppliers, who turned out to sample American barbecue, reconnect with industry partners and learn new menu ideas and concepts. Brisket, ribs and sausages were expertly cooked and smoked, while new items such as the steamship round were featured.

2. New Industry Resource Captures Culinary Evolution of the Caribbean The Contemporary Caribbean Cuisine textbook promotes the incorporation of U.S. beef and pork into Caribbean cuisine, honoring local traditions and regional variations. Developed in collaboration with local food scholars and chefs, the textbook is a comprehensive resource for culinary schools and professionals, highlighting the diverse cultural influences shaping Caribbean dishes.

The U.S. Meat Export Federation will promote this book across the region, offering support through seminars and

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chef-training programs to encourage the exploration of traditional and innovative U.S. beef recipes.

3. Beef Nutrition Showcased at IRONMAN Event in Colombia U.S. Meat Export Federation partnered with Colombian importers during an IRONMAN competition in Cartagena to promote the nutritional benefits and availability of high-quality U.S. beef.

With a focus on health-conscious athletes and families, the federation showcased U.S. beef’s versatility and superior taste, emphasizing its role in optimizing athletic performance. Through interactive demonstrations, medical insights and sampling opportunities, U.S. Meat Export Federation aimed to educate participants about the importance of incorporating protein-rich red meat into their diets.

4. Butcher Certification Program Broadens U.S. Red Meat Utilization in China U.S. Meat Export Federation collaborated with FAN Culinary Education in Shanghai to certify 56 meat cutters in China as official U.S. red meat butchers.

FAN Culinary Education is endorsed by the World Association of Chefs’ Societies, and its founder, Clinton Zhu, is a celebrity chef with more than 20 years of experience in the red meat industry. This effort targeted professionals in the processing, retail and foodservice sectors, where they learned about the production practices and sustainability of the U.S. red meat industry.

Also, attendees participated in hands-on cutting demonstrations and discussions and learned about the culinary potential of underutilized cuts, such as the beef chuck roll and beef tri-tip.

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Beyond Our Gates 5. Buyers from China to Korea Study Innovations in Prepared Food

session was conducted with an importer and several high-end foodservice operators.

As consumer demand for prepared foods expands in China, food processing companies want to expand operations to meet opportunities in this category.

With inflation and rising input costs complicating such plans, the federation has been working to show current buyers how U.S. beef can be utilized in prepared food products. Korea is considered a regional market leader in prepared foods, with category sales skyrocketing in recent years.

U.S. Meat Export Federation led a team of 10 buyers from China to Korea, teaching them about product innovations in ingredients, cooking techniques and production. The federation also led the team on a retail tour to demonstrate how prepared foods are merchandised and sold in Korea.

6. Training Programs Build Awareness and Demand for U.S. Red Meat in Indonesia To expand awareness and grow demand for U.S. beef in Indonesia, U.S. Meat Export Federation conducted training seminars in Jakarta for importers, retailers and foodservice operators. A retail training session was conducted for 40 participants from upscale retail butcher outlets, and the first-ever foodservice training

The fundamentals of U.S. red meat production, the U.S. grading system and high-quality attributes of grainfed U.S. red meat were highlighted during the seminars, including cutting demonstrations and idea sharing about cut applications in regional cuisines. The foodservice seminar also featured a friendly cooking competition among 15 of the participants, using U.S. beef top blade.

7. Video Promotes U.S. Red Meat Sustainability in International Markets Sustainability is of growing importance in international markets, and U.S. Meat Export Federation is working to promote the industry’s commitment to sustainability as a differentiator for U.S. red meat products.

The federation shares the U.S. sustainability message with international trade and consumers through educational and promotional activities, including advertising and social media. For that effort, U.S. Meat Export Federation created a video illustrating how U.S. producers’ commitment to the land they work and the animals they raise translates to delicious meals at the table around the world. CT Story courtesy of the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board.

PARAMOUNT

Now is a paramount time to verify your genetics in the Feeder Calf Certification Program.

The Red Angus Live Animal Specification, recognized by the USDA, acknowledges Red Angus are genetically Angus and meet requirements to be included in many Angus branded-beef programs.

Genetics, not hide color, qualify an animal as Angus.

Visit RedAngus.org

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THANK YOU TO DONORS OF THE TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND

The outpouring of support, including financial contributions from donors near and far, following historic wildfires in the Texas Panhandle and Western Oklahoma has been incredible.

Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association’s Disaster Relief Fund has received financial support from nearly 1,500 donors and counting.

This remarkable response is already being put to work as ranchers, individuals and families continue on the road to recovery. Fences are being built, buildings replaced and spirits slowly lifted as a result of this generosity.

Whether sharing $5 or $100,000, we tip our hat in gratitude for all those who have supported the TSCRA Disaster Relief Fund.

VISIT TSCRA.ORG/DISASTER-RELIEF-FUND FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Donations received as of April 10.

THANK YOU, TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND SUPPORTERS 4K Land & Cattle Co.

Matthew Austin

Pam Blalock

Jane Bruning

Emily Abernethy

Scott Averhoff

Robert Blocker

Thomas Bruning

April Abril

Anna Avery

Adam Blythe

Merlyn Bruns

Sarah Ackerman

Axiota

Boeing Charitable Trust

Mark Brunson

Cynthia Adams

Laura Bailey

Jean Bohlender

Pat & Wesley L. Bryan Jr.

William Adlet

Ellie Bailiff

Bohn Enterprises

Larry Bryant

AgDefense Risk Mgmt. LLP

Jack Bain

Jason Boldt

Toni Bryant

April Ahrendsen

Gerald Baj

Monika Bolz

Alicia Buescher

Alabama Cattlemen's Foundation

Katie Baker

Boot Barn

Norman Buescher

Roger Albert

Bonnie Baker-Goodwin

Erin Bordonaro

Kim Buffam

Andy Alexander

Kimberley Ball

Mitch Borowski

Charles Buffington

Helen Alexander

Nita Bankston

Siva Borra

Kelly Bukowski

Randall Alexander

Rita Janis Barbee

Lene Botha

Hazel Bullock

Ryan Alexander

Deena K. Barber

Stephen Boudreaux

Jordan Burchett

Catrina Allan

Mary Barklund

Regina Bouley

Caitlin Burdick

Berklie Allen

Shalise Barnetche

Jeffrey Bowen

Alli Burenheide

Elaine Allred

Marla Barnett

Reagan Bownds

Kendra Burgess

Alpha Zeta of Alpha Gamma Rho

Marcia C. Barnette

Justin Boyar

Cecelia Burke

Angelina Alvarez

Syrie Barsness

Mack Boyd

Laura Burke

Margaret Alvarez-Calderon

Randy Barton

Mary Jayne O'Connell Boyd

Michael Burkenbine

JP Alwais

Brenda Barton

Rick Boyd

Zack Burkett

Heidi Amorese

Loretta Basak

Lynn Boydston

Linda Burkow

Kash Andersen

Mandi Bass

Paul Bracher

Mark Burnight

Angela Anderson

Jamie Baumgardner

Bethany Bradford

Allen Burns

Glenn Anderson

Joe Baumgardner

Charlotte & Edward Bradford

Roderick Burns

Scott Anderson

Barbara Beach

Addison Bradley

Cherish Burnside

Susie Anderson

Bear Creek Ranch

Alison Bradley

Tametia Bush

Wade Anderson

Brian Bearce

Alexis Bradshaw

Camryn Bussell

William G. Anderson

Lisa Beauprez

Brady & Hamilton LLP

Jerry Butlet

Kathleen Andrews

Justin Bedford

Paul Branch

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Candy Ansley

Ellen Bedingfield

James Brandt

Brandi Buzzard

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Terri Brasher

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Gregg Bynum

LaPriel Armijo

Jim Bellinghausen

Deborah Briesmeister

Cactus Sue Designs

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Andra Bennett

Kirby Brincefield

Stephen Cake

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Myra Bennett

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Pamela Calabrese

Weldon Armstrong

Erin Benton

Liz Bronson

Maren Caldwell

Emily Arnold

Rob Benyshek

Ben Brophy

Caldwell Livestock Commission Co.

Luke Arnold

Sue Berend

Sheri Brosier

Caldwell Trust

Arrowquip

GZ Bernal

Diane Brostoski

Christopher Calhoun

Cydney Artaz

Sharron Berryman

Austin Brown III

John Cameron

Courtney Artman

Bertini Farm

Brandi Brown

Julia Campbell

Angela Ashcroft

Katherine Bettis

Christine Brown

Robert Campbell

Ashland Community Foundation

William Bevers

Coalson Brown

Eileen Canavan

Lewis Ashton III

Scott Bickford

Diann Brown

Elizabeth Canda

Alberta Athearn

Linda Bilger

Elizabeth Brown

Michael Canipe

David Atkins

Janie Bishop

Nancy Brown

Capital Farm Credit

Jennifer Atzenhoffer

Brenda Black

Nathan Brown

John Cappleman

Martha Auriemma

Bret Blackburn

Rachelle Bruce

Cargill Inc.

Ginger Austin

Debra Blackburn

Lindsey Bruner

Phyllis Carlisle

THANK YOU, TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND SUPPORTERS Royal Carlson

Eric Cowan

Diamond A Ranch Inc.

Curtis Eaton

Craig Carr

Robert M. Cowden

Diamond B Feedyard

Sheri Eaton

Carol Carter

Barbi Cox

Diamond H Cattle Co.

Daniel Eber

Steven Carthel

James Cox

Jennifer Diaz

Pake Ebert

Amy Casey

Jerry Cox

Jennifer & Stephen Diebel

Brenda Echols

Joshua Casey

Crane Noon Lions Club

Svend Dieffenbach

Robert Edington

Reid Cashdollar

Pat Crawford

Brooks Diesel

Aaron Edwards

Lawrence Cashen

Terry Crofoot

William F. Dingus

Julia Edwards

Cruz Castorena

Deborah Cron

Dawn Ditzenberger

Randal Edwards

Helen D. Cates

Kevin Crooks

Andrew Dodson

Mr. & Mrs. Galen Eggers

Kimberly Cathro

Bud Cross

Phyllis Dodson

Jody Ehinger

Dana Cavalea

Cross Texas Transmission Inc.

Barry Doering

Susan Ehlig

Lois & JR Cave

David Crow

Thomas Dollar

Madeleine Ehret

Anissa Cervera

Matthew Crow

Todd Domer

Lee Ehrler

Jessica Cervera

Rebecca Crow

Don Neal Family LP

Asa Ehrlich

Daniel Chapa

Vivian Culbertson

DeAnna Donahue

Susan Elfers

Ashley Chapeta

Steven Cullman

Heather Donley

Tracy Elkind

Diane Chastain

Culpepper Cattle Co.

James L. Donnell Jr.

Amy Ellis

Eric Chasteen

Nicholas Cumming

Joan Donnelly

Meredith Ellis

Tommy Chatlosh

Justin Cundiff

McKenna Dosier

Nancy Ellis

Lisa & Cody Chenault

Matthew Curtis

Virginia Dotin

Taber Ellis

Susan Chiarello

Jennifer Curtiss

Lori Douglas

Mark Ellison

Sarah Childress

Virginia Cusimano

Amy Doverspike

John Ellzey

Citizens State Bank

Raine Cutler

Aubry Downe

Bernie Ely

Gregory Clanton

D&D Beef

Barbara Downey

F. Dwayne Emanis

David Clark

John Dailey

Bridgit Downing

Gladys & MIlton Engelmann

Jared Clark

Brittany Daley

Ruthie Doyle

Ronald England

David Clarke

Dammit Gus Productions

Kathryn Anne Drach

Anita English

Loretta Clarke

James Dangelmayr

Willard Draper

Erin Ann Photography

Linda Clay

Kendall Daniels

Amy Draznin

Allen Ersch

Cleveland County Cattlemen's Assoc. Karen Darby

Ford Drummond

Sharon Escue

Harriet Coalter

Frank Darden

John E. Dudley

Veronica Espinoza

CoBank

Kathleen Daugherty

Richard Dudley

Marc Etchart

Tyrus Cobb

Dauphen C. Jackson Cattle Co.

Ben Duke III

Dayna Lee Etcheverry

Ada Coffman

Diane Davis

Christopher Dunbar

Breanna Etl

Matthew Coffman

Tatum Davis

Marvin Dunlap

Melinda & Joseph Eustace

Rebecca Cogburn

Trevor Davis

Bruce Dunn

Evan Evans

The Cold Cactus Boutique

Katy Davison

Raymond Dunning Jr.

Jay Evans

Coleman Livestock Auction

James Day

Brent Durham

Mark Evans

Kendall Coley

Julia Dean

Preya Durjan-Gangadeen

Evers Group LLC

Reba Colin

Jessica Deardorf

Mark Durso

F Troop Feeders Inc.

Cometti Ranch & Rodeo Livestock

Kim Dees

Erik Dybesland

Reagan Fajkus

William Compton

Rachel Degmetich

David Dye

Jason Falk

Diana Condra

Cindy DeHoff

Gabriela Dye

Farm Credit Bank of Texas

Jennifer Connell

Stefanie Dekranes

Stephen Dye

William Farrar

Bradley Cook

Wendy Denny

Kathy Dykstra

Lee Farren

Jeanie Cook

Elizabeth J. Derrick

Robert Eardley

Elizabeth Favor

G. Trigg Copenhaver

Erika Deschane-Hockensmith

Jeff Earles

Lee J. Fazzino Jr.

Alex Coronel

West Desperado

Clint Easley

Glen D. Feichtner

Larry Counts

Catherine Detering

Cody Eastman

Mike Feils

David C. Courtney

Gina DeVivo

Eatinger Cattle Company Inc.

Michelle Feis

Cow Camp Inc.

David DeWall

Eatinger Lands Ltd.

Boglarka Fejer

THANK YOU, TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND SUPPORTERS Dawn & Gary Felger

Louis Giliberti

Stephanie Gumm

Judy Hepton

Beth Ferguson

BJ Gililland

Millicent Gunter

Julia Anne Herman

Tyrone Ferrel

Gary Gilpin

Terry Gupton

Michelle Hernandez

Gary Finch

Jeremy Giovannetti

Briana Gutierrez

Sindia Silva Hernandez

Maureen Finnegan

Kathryn Gips

Mary Kay Gutknecht

Carl & Leslie Herrmann

Firwood Farm Alpacas

Helen Glass

Juan Jose Guzman

John, Ruby & Jim Hertlein

Flag Ranch LLC

Joyce Glazier

Jeanne & Philip Habeck

Debra Hessman

Daniel Flatley

Katherine Gleiser

Eric Haga

Susan Hettleman

Bailey Fletcher

Leisa Glick

Suzanne Hagino

Hey Diddle Diddle

Mary Fletcher

Jacquelyn Glomb

Gabrielle Hakman

Sandra Hicks

Florida Cattlemen's Foundation

Jewell Glover

John Hall

Michael Higgins

Angela Flynn

Elisabeth Gnitka

Koel Hall

Travis Higgins

Larson Folkerts

Julie Goddard

Mark Hallberg

High Choice Feeders

Ms. Terry Ford

Sandi Goggin

Halo Darlin'

High Cotton Textiles

Terry Stuart Forst

Billy Goldsmith

Lisa Halpin

High Prairie United Methodist Church

Adeline Fox

Tamar Good

Matthew Hamblin

Bruce Hildebrand

Ronson Fox

Dean Goodnight

Emory Hamilton

Kevin Hill

Twana Fox

Gossetts Inc.

Caitlin Hanafee

Marilyn Hill

M. Foxley

Curtis Goulding

Gregory Hanes

Steven Hill

Nancy Frank

John Mark Graber

Randy Hankins

Wade Hill

Sarah Franklin

Sarah Grafa

Kathryn Hanson

Ken Hilliard

Michael Freimuth

Fred Graff

Misty Haren

Trisha Hillman

Trevor Freitas

Grandfalls Union Church

Elizabeth Harlan

Roy A. Hindes III

Charlotte French

Robert Grant

Karen Harp

Hindes Eustace Ranches LP

Lloyd French

Grant Co.

Harral Livestock LLC

Hinkson Angus Ranch

Karen Freyer

William Graves

Margaret Harris

Kimberly Hinojosa

Friona Industries

James Gray

Martin Reese Harris Jr.

Kathleen Hipps

Jo Ann Frogue

Patricia Gray

Sarah Harris

Janice Hisey

Holly Frys

Walter Greeman

Valerie Harris

Dirk Hixon

Courtney Fultz

Edward Green

Mike Harrison

Cameron Hoag

Carolyn Gaither

Laura Green

Taylor Harrison

Jonathan Hobden

Debra Gallacher

Tracy Green

Monica Harrower

Betty Hodges

Alex Gallagher

J. Bradley Greenblum

Natalie Hartley

Christine Hoffmann

Brett Gallagher

William Greenwood

Agnes Hartman

Bridget Hogan

Dana Galloway

Milton Greeson

Franny & Max Hartmann

Diana Hohmann

Victoria Gann

Jeff Gregson

Jerry Hauf

Bret Holbert

Cristen Garcia

Carolyn Gresser

Stephanie Haugen

Arch Holden

Hector Garcia

Elizabeth Gribas

Robin Hauth

James Hollerbach

Lina Garcia

Cindy Griesel

HB Family Foundation

Ashlee Hollis

Victor Garcia

Michelle Griffith

Dorothy Healy

Shari Holloway

Garrett Charitable Fund

Susan Griffiths

Paul Heard

Dawn Holman

Garrett Land & Cattle Co. LLC

April Grigg

Paul Hedrick

Holt Farms

Richard Garrison

Terri Grizzle

Todd Heins

Sue Holt

Jodi Gaston

Mary Jane Groesch

Roy Heitschmidt

Mackenzie Hoolihan

Colleen Geil

Brenda Groves

Graham Helburn

Casey Hoover

Julia Genereux

Jerry Grund

Katherine Hemphill

Charles Hord

Peyton Genzer

Roberto Guerra

Edith Henderson

Corry Hostetler

Joyce George

William Guerra

Helen Henderson

Donald Hothem

Georgia Cattlemen's Foundation

Adriana Guerrero

J. Curtis Henderson

Jean Houck

Angie Gibson

Steve Guerrero

Patricia Henderson

Jerilyn & Dean Houghton

Giddings Livestock

Nancy Guilliom

Clayton Henry

John Hovde

Thomas Gilbert

Lauren Gulotta

Madison Hepler

Pamela Fitzsimons Howard

THANK YOU, TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND SUPPORTERS Cheryl Hrbacek

Todd Johnson

Nancy Kowalski

William Lloyd

Riley Hudson

Cheryl Joines

Jeanie Kramer

Melissa Locke

Jessica Hudspeth

Christopher Jones

Natalie Krause

Regina & Coleman Locke

Brenda Huffman

Lindy Jones

Heidi Krupka

Steven Lofaro

Hughes Cattle Co.

William Jordan

Cathy Kubacak

Chad Logan

Ashley Hughes

Carrie Jorgensen

Donna Kucera

William Longmire

Neva Hughes

Claire Joyce

Kyle Kucera

Timothy Loonam

Linda Huie

Frank G. Junfin

Kathy Kula

Hiram Lopez

J. Scott Humphrey

Marian Junkman

Collins Kuper

Louisiana Cattlemen's Assoc.

Layton Humphrey

Amy Kaban

Lacee Kyle

William Lovelace

Blaine Hunt

Hannah Kalchthaler

Kyle Dykes & Associates LLC

Laurie Lovell

Todd Hunt

Murray Kalmin

L&C Ranch

Rebecca Lovett

Rita Hunter

Kansas Livestock Foundation

Kathlynn La Breche

Jeff Loyd

Jo Iden

Kori Kappelmann

John Lacey

Amber K. Luedke CPA

IGT Global Solutions

Danny Karnes

Lorelei Laffey

Pamela Luedke

Illustrated Educational Publications

Kendall Karr

Polly & Kirk Laging

Laura Lukawecki

Cole Immenhauser

Lauren Kearns

Kurt Landis

Stacey Lundeen

Independence Wool

Jacob Keating

Krissy Landskroener

Sheryl Lunz

Alda Ingram

James Kegans

Robert Lane

Cole Lutz

Teresa Ingram

Hailey Keidel

Marcia Langer

Paige Lyall

Erica Irlbeck

Ann Keller

Lariat Inc.

Richard Machen

Isa Beefmasters LLC

Kelli Brown Photography

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Sue Ivey

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James Kemp

Selia Leader

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J.D. Hudgins Inc.

Mauricia Kemp

Dylan League

Victoria Maddock

Helen Jackson

James Kenton

David LeBas

Lynn Madsen

Lorine Jackson

Kentucky Cattlemen's Assoc.

Douglas Leber

Amanda Maggiore

Haley Jacot

David Kern

Tyler Lebsock

Tracy Mahaffey

Brandy Jamerman

John Kessler

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John Kochan

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Taylor Mathews

Jeane Johnson

Denise Koenig

Pea Lien

Frederick Matthews

Kenneth Johnson

Michelle Kohn

Margaret Lilly

Sanford Mattson

Kristy Johnson

Adeline Jane Koltz

Lincoln County Cattlemen's Assoc.

Jeffrey Mauldin

Michael Johnson

Brandy Koppenhafer

Jody Lindemann

Joyce Mauldin

N. Johnson

Iris Korus

Burl Little

Neah Maxwell

Shelley Johnson

Kay Koster

Mark Little

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THANK YOU, TSCRA DISASTER RELIEF FUND SUPPORTERS Wayne Mazur

Mackenzie Mihelich

Jane Mullaney

Clayton Osburn

William McCall

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Aaron Mullen

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Jimmy McCord

Gregory Miller

Ann Mulroy

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Sheri Palmer

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George Panarello

Ashley Mcdonald

Mark Mills

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Austin Pancamo

Mary McDonald

Lauren Mims

Lori Naegle

Denise Pape

Cheyenne McEndaffer

Dawna Minor

Temple Naff

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Lindsay Minter

Nancy S. Muenzler Ranching LLC

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Allan Mislivecek

Nora Nash

Cindy Parsons

Michael McGrory

Dianna Mitchell

Deborah & David Neal

Adam Partain

Bonnie McInnish

RD Mitchell

Janice Neikirk

Marcos Pasillas

Ruth McIver

Mod West Jewelry

Richard Nelinson

Eleni Patitsas

Donald McKenzie

Kristen Moisey

Sally Nelson

Patriot Tactical Patches

Karla McKinney

Cynthia Montano

David Newsom

Tayler Patterson

Kevin McLaughlin

Julia Montgomery

Sandra Newstadt

Debra Paulison

Corky McLelland

Linda Montgomery

Gary Newton

Robin Paxton

Bowman McMahon

Patrick Montgomery

Phuong Nguyen

Frank Payne

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Ryan Montgomery

Mattie Niebuhr

Thomas Payton

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Julie Moore

Galen Nippert

Pecan Lawn & Landscaping

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Laurie Moore

Chris Nitzsche

Melissa Pelham

Belinda McWilliam

Mark Moore

Enrique Niufeld

John Pendleton

Carol Meadows

Rodney Moore

Nixon Livestock Comm.

Nita & Ray Pennington

Misty Meadows

Kristina van Moort

John Noa

Lisa & Tom Perini

D.C. & J.L. Means

Eustolia Morales

Gerald Nobles

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MedVet Pharmaceuticals Lakeland Vet Inc.

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Richard Noelcke

James Perkins

Kevin Meers

David Moralez

Zach Nordahl

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Abbie Norkett

Teresa Personeni

Chelsea Morgan

Denise Norman

Stanley Peters

Donna & Les Morgan

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Kaiden Morris

North Star Ranch LLC

Joan & Leslie Peterson

Kay & Mike Morris

Hayley Novak

Sonya Petty

Kristopher Morris

Kimberly Nowell

Jillian Pfeuffer

Matthew Morris

Nancy Nuche

Jody Pfeuffer

Heather Morrison

Leslie Oakley

Mr. & Mrs. Bill Pfluger

Tommy Morrison

Morgan O’Connor

Douglas Pharr

Frank Morrow

Nancy Okerman

Carol & John Philips

Jeanene Morton

Oklahoma Steel & Wire Co.

Annalisa Phipps

Rosemary Mosher

Deborah Okonski

Phyllis Burchett Photo

Charles Moster

Kira Olbert

Brian Pitchford

Georjia Motta

Matthew Oldfather

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Todd Motuelle

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Kindra Plumb

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Samuel Olson

Zachary Polencheck

Jacquelyn Muennink

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Denni Rice

Barbara Sagraves

Rony Shelton

Carrie Porter

Nicholas Rice

Ella Sahli

Juliet Sherman

Charles Porter

Gwynne Richards

Gloria Salazar

Leanne Shipper

Destiny Porter

Donna Richardson

Britney Salmon

Cindy Shivy

Postive Feed LTD

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John A. Sample

Morgan Short

Christopher Powell

Angela Richter

Jessica Sanchez

Shekhar Shrestha

Julie Powell

Clint Rickabaugh

Barbara Sanderson

William Sibley

Walt Powell

Tracy Rinehart

Johnny Sargent

Patricia & Steve Sikes

William Powell

Shellie Watkins Ritzman

Lavina Sartwelle

Silver Mane Jewelry Co.

Vicki Prentice

Sofia Rizo

Sartwelle Brahman Ranch Ltd.

Steven Simmons

Jacquelyn Prestegaard

Rebecca Roades

Amber Sauceda

Amy Simon

Michael Preston

Tom Roarick

Fred Saunders

Kathy Simonton

Alyssa Prichard

Roberts Ranch LLC

Karen Savaresse

Sandy Simpson

Trent Prim

Donald Roberts

Tyler Savely

Robbin Sinclair

Donna Prima

Johnna Roberts

Trudy Saylor

Richard Sitzer

Producers Cooperative Assoc.

Karen Roberts

Scaling & Co. LLC

Rtshineto Skiptert

Kathy Prusak

Kenneth Roberts

Douglas Schaffer

Carole Slaton

Julie Pruski

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THE NEXT

Chapter TSCRA director embraces history and heritage, with eyes on what’s to come.

By Shelby Kirton

F

or Lloyd French, ranching is not just a livelihood — it is a sincere devotion to the land, cattle industry and Western lifestyle that runs deep in his blood.

“I’ve been ranching pretty much my whole life,” French says. “On my mom’s side, we’re fourth-generation ranchers, and on my dad’s side, we go back six generations.”

Growing up in the vast expanse of South Texas, French remembers recognizing the distinct blue signs of Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association members.

“Those blue signs were everywhere,” he recalls. “They always stood out to me, representing a way of life that I cherished.”

Over the course of his career, French has managed cattle operations in several different counties. He says he has learned a great deal and evolved over the course of time. Currently, French is president for the construction mining division at Waukesha – Pearce Industries LLC. When he’s not actively engaged in overseeing operations at the family’s heavy equipment company, you’ll likely find him tending to one of their two family ranches: La Paloma Cattle Co and 4F Land & Cattle Co. “Even when I’m at the corporate office in Houston, my mind is always on the ranch, and I stay in constant communication with our ranch manager,” French says.

“It’s a commitment that occupies my thoughts around the clock.”

In 2020, French expanded his endeavors by purchasing 4F Land & Cattle Co., located southwest of Brenham, where he runs a commercial Brangus cow-calf operation.

He says he has found value in combining timehonored methods and modern-day technology. This includes CattleMax software, which allows him to monitor and track herd data more effectively.

Prior to adopting CattleMax, he relied on handwritten notebooks and Excel spreadsheets for inventory management, but found them lacking in detail.

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Lloyd French and his uncle, Steve Pearce, who oversees La Paloma Cattle Co. Courtesy photo.

After learning about CattleMax through his Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association membership benefits and engaging with the software at conventions, French made the decision to transition to this advanced system.

“CattleMax has transformed how I record and analyze data for my cattle herds,” French says. “It has enabled me to maintain more detailed and historical records for each cow, empowering me to make informed and strategic herd management decisions.”

While familiar with Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association since he was a young child, French invested in his own membership about seven years ago.

He says the relationships he built in that time have been irreplaceable.

“I’m very thankful for the people I’ve met,” he says.

“It’s probably one of the strongest organizations of likeminded people all on the same page.”

Over time, French deepened his engagement, assuming leadership roles within the association. He was asked to join the membership development committee in 2021, and two years later, was elected to the board of directors.

French currently sits on the membership development committee, board of trustees and Cattle Raisers PAC. “Living and breathing ranching every day — it’s a dream come true,” he says. “I don’t know what I would do if it wasn’t in my life.”

French attributes his deep involvement and passion for the cattle industry to his grandfather, Louis M. Pearce Jr., “He is the one that exposed me to this industry at a young age and is the reason why I am involved in it today,” he says.

Outside of the cattle industry, French spends his free time raising bucking bulls for PRCA’s renowned rodeo company, Cervi Championship Rodeo, providing stock for rodeos like Houston, San Antonio and Denver. CT

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DAN GATTIS

First Vice President 3907 Salem Rd. Victoria, Texas 77904

Second Vice President and Secretary/Treasurer 213B W. 8th St. Georgetown, Texas 78626

PAST PRESIDENTS

Richard Thorpe lll Winters, 2016-2018

Emily Lochner Executive Director, Engagement & Education

John M. “Jack” Shelton III Amarillo, 1984-1986 James L. Powell San Angelo, 1988-1990 Tom Beard Alpine, 1994-1995 C. Coney Burgess Amarillo, 1997-1999 J. Mark McLaughlin San Angelo, 1999-2001 John E. Dudley Comanche, 2001-2003 Bob McCan Victoria, 2003-2005 C.R. “Dick” Sherron Beaumont, 2005-2007 Jon Means Van Horn, 2007-2009 Dave Scott Richmond, 2009-2011 Joe J. Parker Byers, 2011-2013 Pete Bonds Saginaw, 2013-2016

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Robert E. McKnight Jr. Fort Davis, 2018-2020 G. Hughes Abell Austin, 2020-2022 Arthur G. Uhl III San Antonio, 2022-2024

HONORARY VICE PRESIDENTS Jack Hunt San Juan Capistrano, California Richard Wortham Austin

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Jason Skaggs Executive Vice President/ Chief Executive Officer

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REGION 1

REGION 2

Joe M. “Jody” Bellah, Throckmorton

Kevin Busher, Winters

Blake Birdwell, Canyon

Charles M. “Charley” Christensen Jr., San Angelo

DIRECTORS

E. S. F. “Swasey” Brainard II, Pampa J. K. “Rooter” Brite Jr., Bowie

DIRECTORS

C.A. “Chili” Cole IV, San Angelo

Len P. Mertz, San Angelo Tom Perini, Buffalo Gap Bill Phinizy, Gail Frank Price, Sterling City Gordon E. Sauer, Fredericksburg Danny B. Stewart, Sterling City Rick Tate, Marfa

Donnell Brown, Throckmorton

Alan F. Curry, San Angelo

Campbell Burgess, Amarillo

James H. Dudley IV, Horseshoe Bay

Deborah Clark, Henrietta

Amanda Dyer, Fort Davis

Lynn Cowden, Skellytown

Johnny Ferguson, Big Lake

J. B. Daniel, Crowell

D.A. “Day” Harral, Fort Stockton

James Henderson, Memphis

Ron Helm, Van Horn

Clayton Henry, Wichita Falls

Heath Hemphill, Coleman

Brooks Hodges, Guthrie

Shelby W. Horn, Fredericksburg

Joe Leathers, Guthrie

Larry R. Horwood, Sterling City

HONORARY DIRECTORS

Frank McLelland, Tahoka

Grant Jones, Rochelle

Les Nunn, Pauls Valley, Oklahoma

REGION 4

Jeff Mitchell, Amarillo

Mark W. Jones, Brady

Gage Moorhouse, Benjamin

W. Clay Jones, Brady

Diaz W. Murray, Wichita Falls

Cliff Teinert, Albany Dennis W. Webb, Barnhart W. C. “Billy” Williams, Mertzon

REGION 3 DIRECTORS

Ford Drummond, Pawhuska, Oklahoma

Ty Keeling, Boerne

DIRECTORS

J. Malcolm Shelton IV, Amarillo

Lorenzo Lasater, San Angelo

Edward Bordovsky Jr., Riviera

Dale A. Smith, Amarillo

Brian T. McLaughlin, Midland

Austin Brown III, Beeville

David L. Neal, San Angelo

W. Christopher Bush, Refugio

Jim Thompson, Breckenridge Ross Thompson, Iowa Park Wesley Welch, Lubbock

Gerald Nobles Jr., Brady

James Clement lll, Kingsville

James Oliver, Ozona

David S. Crow, Corpus Christi

HONORARY DIRECTORS

Wade Perks, San Angelo

Dustin Dean, Floresville

William L. “Buck” Arrington, Pampa

Jessica Tate, Marfa

David DeLaney, Kingsville Robert “Bobby” Dobson, Birmingham, Alabama

Van Baize, Nocona

James Uhl, Fort McKavett

Emry Birdwell Jr., Henrietta

Cody Webb, Barnhart

Mary Lou Bradley-Henderson, Childress

Ken Welch, Baird

R. A. “Rob” Brown Jr., Throckmorton

Ray W. Willoughby III, Eldorado

J. D. Cage, Muleshoe Mike Gibson, Paducah Ronald J. “Ron” Gill, Chico Robert B. Mansfield, Amarillo

HONORARY DIRECTORS

James L. “Jamie” Donnell Jr., Fowlerton J. David Eppright, Cost Benjamin Eshleman III, Corpus Christi Joseph B.C. Fitzsimons, Carrizo Springs

C. A. “Chip” Cole III, San Angelo

Cody Fry, Lueders

William C. “Billito” Donnell Jr., Alpine

Jim L. Gates, Pearsall

Richard Gates, Marfa

Milton S. Greeson Jr., Victoria

Boots O’Neal, Guthrie

W. H. “Billy” Green III, Albany

Bret Griffith, Del Rio

James Palmer, Roaring Springs

Rafe Hargrove, Rotan

Heath Grigg, Kingsville

Wilson Scaling, Henrietta

Dr. Joe Pat Hemphill, Coleman

Marty R. Harris, Tilden

Chris Scharbauer, Amarillo

Ken Jordan, San Saba

Anson Howard, San Antonio

Tom Watson, Muleshoe

Don Keeling, Fredericksburg

Leslie Kinsel, Cotulla

John Welch, Wolfforth

Chris Lacy, Fort Davis

Claude Koontz, San Antonio

A. B. “Buck” Wharton III, Vernon

Laurence M. Lasater, San Angelo

Steven J. Mafrige, Tilden

Tom Woodward, Decatur

Ben Love, Marathon

Richard Marbach, Victoria

Tom Moorhouse, Benjamin

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Carlos Detering III, Houston

Federico Nieto, Raymondville

Gardner H. Dudley, Houston

T. Michael O’Connor, Victoria

Lloyd French IV, Houston

Jason Peeler, Floresville

Dan Gattis, Georgetown

J.R. Ramirez, La Pryor Gilly Riojas, Corpus Christi

Kelley Sullivan Georgiades, College Station

Michael Sasser, Corpus Christi

George Harrison, Bay City

Lew Thompson, Pearsall

Robert Hodgen, Houston

C. Clark Welder, Beeville John Zacek, Victoria

HONORARY DIRECTORS Steve G. Beever, Pearsall

Colt Hoffman, Marlin Clay Kenley, Crockett Clive Runnells III, Austin

REGION 6 DIRECTORS

April Bonds, Saginaw Missy Bonds, Saginaw John L. Cantrell, Cresson Ian Chapman, Madill, Oklahoma Hunter Crow, Dallas James T. Dangelmayr, Muenster Seth Denbow, Weatherford Crawford Edwards, Fort Worth John Greer, Henrietta

John Sumner Runnells III, Bay City

Jason Harlow, Dallas

Tony Spears, Rosanky

Pete Hudgins, Sherman

John “Rocky” Sullivan, Galveston

Tom Johnson, Wortham

Claudia Scott Wright, Richmond

Ken Leiber, Fort Worth

Nixon Dillard, Pleasanton

HONORARY DIRECTORS

Stefan Marchman, Fort Worth

Trainor Evans, Mercedes

Jay C. Evans, Dripping Springs

Thomas J. “Tommy” Haegelin, Concan

Leroy Ezer, Anahuac

Dr. Philip C. Hardee, Beatrice, Alabama

Frank Green, Liberty

Allen C. “Dick” Jones IV, Corpus Christi

Tom J. Haynie, Navasota

Bragg Smith III, Dallas

Coleman H. Locke, Hungerford

Curtis Younts Jr., Belton

Richard H. Bennett, San Antonio Chip Briscoe, Carrizo Springs Martin W. Clement II, Kingsville Thurman S. Clements Jr., Victoria

David W. Killam, Laredo Dan W. Kinsel III, Cotulla Steve C. Lewis, San Antonio Jim McAdams, Seguin James A. McAllen, Linn Tim Pennell, Westhoff Jim Peters, Quemado Scott Petty Jr., San Antonio Tom Risinger, Weslaco

William H. McCall, Fort Worth Dan Nance, Haslet Susan Roach, Fort Worth Stephen S. “Steve” Sikes, Fort Worth

Katharine Armstrong Love, Austin

HONORARY DIRECTORS

Richard M. Lucas Jr., Houston

Bradford S. “Brad” Barnes, Fort Worth

William “Alan” McNeill, Beaumont

George Beggs IV, Fort Worth

Evalyn Moore, Richmond

John W. Carpenter III, Dallas

Raymond E. Moore IV, Richmond

Barrett D. Clark, Breckenridge

Rick Peebles, Baytown

Markham B. Dossett, Waco

Gary Price, Blooming Grove

Bob Drake, Davis, Oklahoma James H. “Jim” Dudley, Comanche

M. Stuart Sasser, Corpus Christi

Gordon Richardson, Caldwell

Frates Seeligson Jr., San Antonio

Charles R. “Butch” Robinson, Navasota

James E. “Jim” Link, Crowley

Nolan Ryan, Round Rock

Jon David Mayfield, Dublin

Ed Small, Austin

C. H. “Terry” McCall, Comanche

Guy F. Stovall Jr., El Campo

Bob Moorhouse, Weatherford

Richard Traylor, Batesville Roger F. Welder, Victoria David W. Winters, Del Rio

REGION 5

Gerald Sullivan, Galveston

John Z. Kimberlin Jr., Dallas

Russell “Rusty” Noble, Ardmore, Oklahoma

DIRECTORS

John L. Sullivan, Galveston

Mary Joe Reynolds-Montgomery, Fort Worth

Bill Cawley, Crockett

Robert J. Underbrink, Houston

Tom L. Roach III, Bozeman, Montana

Wayne Cockrell, College Station

Beau Brite White, Rosanky

Stephen T. “Steve” Swenson, Dallas

Herff Cornelius Jr., Wadsworth

Dr. M. R. “Mike” Wirtz, Brenham

Bart Wulff, Dallas

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REGIONS & DISTRICTS

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Scott Williamson

Executive Director, Law Enforcement, Brand and Inspection Services

District 7 Region 1 supervisor Jay Foster P.O. Box 415 Childress, TX 79201 940-475-0295

District 13 Larry Hand

District 1 Chris Ward

P.O. Box 88 Clarendon, TX 79226 806-205-0119

District 8 John Vance

P.O. Box 313 Sunset, TX 76270 903-438-6251

District 14 Darrel Bobbitt

District 2 Ben Eggleston P.O. Box 206 Higgins, TX 79046 806-852-4741

District 9 Zach Havens 5808 CR 247 Hico, TX 76457 254-396-1747

District 3 Region 3 supervisor Cody Hyde P.O. Box 174 Roland, OK 74954 918-315-2925

District 10 Robert Pemberton

P.O. Box 125 Kennard, TX 75847 936-222-2144

117 Oak Ridge Gatesville, TX 76528 254-223-2330

District 19 Region 2 supervisor H.D. Brittain

District 20 Kenny Murchison P.O. Box 66 Giddings, TX 78942 512-705-3226

District 21 Chace Fryar

655 FM 2821 W Huntsville, TX 77320 281-734-4078

District 25 Robert Fields

District 26 Todd Jennings

District 27 Matt Sigur

District 6 Garry Brewer

P.O. Box 1617 Pawhuska, OK 74056 918-809-3331

P.O. Box 53931 Lubbock, TX 79453 806-778-9153

District 11 Brad Oliver

District 12 Region 6 supervisor Bo Fox

P.O. Box 341 Campbell, TX 75422 903-450-3900

350 N. Main Street Ravenna, TX 75476 903-328-8023

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District 16

District 17

Contact H.D. Brittain 325-340-2268

Contact H.D. Brittain 325-340-2268

District 22 Region 5 supervisor Brent Mast

District 23 Mike Boone

District 15 Marvin Wills

P.O. Box 1482 Chandler, TX 75758 903-571-3488

District 4 Gavin Gatrell

P.O. Box 521 Sulphur Springs, TX 75482 903-348-9638

District 18 Clay McKinney P.O. Box 1622 Pecos, TX 79772 432-448-9367

VACANT P.O. Box 65 Christoval, TX 76935 325-340-2268

P.O. Box 734 Cuero, TX 77954 361-207-5207

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1601 East Main Fredericksburg, TX 78624 830-997-7585

P.O. Box 913 San Diego, TX 78384 361-726-2354

P.O. Box 301 Richards, TX 77873 936-714-6619

District 28 Kevin Marmor 1833 FM 2200 W. Devine, TX 78016 210-215-4168

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District 29 Region 4 supervisor Joe Aguilar Jr. P.O. Box 341 Mission, TX 78573 956-513-0297

District 24 Contact Brent Mast 936-714-6619

District 30 Steve Martin

P.O. Box 417 Beeville, TX 78104 361-542-0496

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New Members 3D Cattle Lubbock

Bella Burt Sylvania, Georgia

Flying S Ranch Victoria

3F Ranch Leonard

Campo Serenidad Amarillo

Jeff Fulgham Brownsboro

4G Farms Paris

Carr Ranch Goldthwaite

Jimmie & Dianne Gates Cypress

7UP Cattle Co. Frost

Lillian Clay Refugio

Marc Green Henderson

Alissa Achenbach Bokchito, Oklahoma

Comanche Bend Ranch Fredericksburg

Gentry Greiner Cuero

AJH Angus Silverton

Laura Cooper Paris

H3 Cattle & Feeders LLC Bonham

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Presley Corbin Sanger

Halbert Haven Farms Fort Worth

Louis Arceneaux Raywood

Stockton Cranek Canton

Wyatt Hansen Houston

Dylan Archer San Antonio

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Eion Bailey Bryan

Logan Decker Stephenville

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Greg Baldock Nacogdoches

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Ronald Henderson Clifton

Ricky Bauman Llano

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Homestead Hill Rockwall

Anthony Blacksher Nacogdoches

Cassie Ferguson-DeLeon Buffalo

Taylor Hood Spring

Paul H. Broyles Cherokee

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New Members Rafe Jackson Gonzales

Lochte Ranch Fredericksburg

Madison Perry Madisonville

Jared Lesh Cowhorses Whitesboro

Longhorn 6603 LLC Fort Worth

James & Barbara Peterson Floresville

Jelke Myers Wagner Holdings LLC Cypress

The Lucky M Ranch Cedar Park

Shane Phifer Paris

Jensen Ranch Hamilton County

Maddox Ranch Jacksboro

Thomas Pier Houston

Jim Ratjen Farms Alvarado

Tyler Martin Graham

Brody Purswell Stinnett

Parker Johnston Victoria

Alejandro Martinez Arp

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Todd Jones Ozona

CL Matheny Fort Worth

Beckham Ragan Sunset

Loni Jones Gatesville

Steve McSpadden Quanah

Emma Ragan Sunset

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Menn Farms Round Rock

Betty Renfro Belton

Kultgen Ranch Dike

Richard Meyer Bryan

Kimberly Reyna El Campo

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Ashley Miles Missouri City

Rio Rojo Cattle Co. Wichita Falls

Laguna Gulf Corpus Christi

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Carrie Rizley Claremore, Oklahoma

James Lambert Headrick, Oklahoma

Tracy Moses Throckmorton

Jim Rogers Aledo

Robert Lansford Weatherford

Moss 7M Ranch Carthage

Sydney Routon San Angelo

Allen Laughlin Dayton

Olmos Family Liberty

Susan Sams Austin

Liberty Hill Cattle Co. Bullard

Layna Ottmers Fredericksburg

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Lighthouse Defense Group Cuero

Kyra Parker Kilgore

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James F. Lindsey Carrollton

Gerald Payton Borger

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New Members Slash Z Land & Cattle Levelland

Karen Stoner-Clifton Gordon

Triple 12 Operating Company LLC Odem

Steven Smith Burleson

T Anchor Ranch Medina

Triple A Ranchs Terrell

Tim Sohns Moody

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Tumbling AV Cattle Co. Sherman

Sometimes Creek Ranch Bangs

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Brad Spence Ennis

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Auction Markets & Market Inspectors ANDERSON Elkhart Horse Auction

Caldwell Livestock Comm.

Where: Elkhart Phone: 903-764-1495 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Tiffany Patterson, 903-388-7288

Where: Caldwell Phone: 979-567-4119 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Mark Nygard, 512-281-6330

ATASCOSA

CALDWELL

Atascosa Livestock Exchange

Lockhart Auction

Where: Pleasanton Phone: 830-281-2516 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Marvin Bendele, 210-213-5890

Where: Lockhart Phone: 512-398-3476 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Nina Nygard, 512-281-6753

AUSTIN

CAMP

Four County Auction

Bruce Overstreet Livestock

Where: Industry Phone: 979-357-2545 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Lisa Sebastian, 979-270-3041

Where: Pittsburg Phone: 903-856-3440 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Michelle Willeford, 903-767-0670

BAILEY

CHEROKEE

Muleshoe Livestock Auction

Tri County Livestock Market

Where: Muleshoe Phone: 806-272-4201 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Leo Aviles, 956-437-3899

Where: New Summerfield Phone: 903-322-4940 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Jerry Boulware, 936-465-1597

BEE

COLEMAN

Beeville Livestock Comm.

Where: Beeville Phone: 361-358-1727 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Robert Bridge, 361-542-6693

BOSQUE Meridian L/S Comm. Co. Where: Meridian Phone: 254-435-2988 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Larry Brown, 254-265-1920

Clifton Livestock Comm. LLC Where: Clifton Phone: 254-675-7717 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Larry Brown, 254-265-1920

BOWIE J & J Livestock Auction Where: Texarkana Phone: 903-832-3576 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Cheri Beal, 903-280-4554

Coleman Livestock Auction Where: Coleman Phone: 325-625-4191 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Dave Williams, 325-669-2030

COLORADO

Where: Columbus Phone: 979-732-2622 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Lisa Sebastian, 979-270-1228

COMANCHE

Comanche Livestock Exchange Where: Comanche Phone: 325-356-5231 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Michael Davis, 254-879-3121

COOKE

Cattleman’s Livestock Comm.

Where: Dalhart Phone: 806-249-5505 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Clifton Miller, 806-570-7439

DEAF SMITH Hereford Livestock Auction Where: Hereford Phone: 806-240-3082 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Joe Bob Via, 806-452-9280

DEWITT Cuero Livestock Comm.

Where: Cuero Phone: 361-275-2329 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Kaylee Malatek, 979-942-0323

EASTLAND Texas Cattle Exchange Where: Eastland Phone: 254-629-2288 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Ronnie Ober, 817-371-7071

ERATH Dublin Livestock Auction Where: Dublin Phone: 254-445-1734 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Ronnie Ober, 817-371-7071

Erath County Dairy Sale Where: Dublin Phone: 254-968-7253 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Bob McBryde, 940-859-6217

Stephenville Cattle Co. Where: Stephenville Phone: 254-968-4844 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Bob McBryde, 940-859-6217

The New Gainesville Livestock Auction

FAYETTE

Where: Gainesville Phone: 940-665-4367 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Robin Gibbs, 903-227-0791

Flatonia Livestock Comm.

CORYELL

Where: Bryan Phone: 979-778-0904 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Nina Nygard, 512-281-6753

Where: Gatesville Phone: 254-865-9121 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Ray Davis, 254-718-5512

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Cattleman’s Columbus Livestock Auction

BRAZOS

Brazos Valley Livestock Comm.

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Coryell County Comm.

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Where: Flatonia Phone: 361-865-3538 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Shannon Gallip, 512-995-1492

Schulenburg Livestock Auction Where: Schulenburg Phone: 979-743-6566 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Vance Weltner, 210-473-9099

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Auction Markets & Market Inspectors FLOYD Floydada Livestock Sales

HAMILTON

Hamilton Livestock Comm.

Where: Floydada Phone: 806-983-2153 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: JE Stone, 806-777-4396

Where: Hamilton Phone: 254-386-3185 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Bob McBryde, 940-859-6217

FRIO

HARDIN

Pearsall Livestock Auction

Gore Family Auction Center

Where: Pearsall Phone: 830-334-3653 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Clarence Stevens, 210-415-0441

Where: Silsbee Phone: 409-782-0612 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Christy McCoy, 409-782-0612

GILLESPIE

HENDERSON

Gillespie Livestock Co. Where: Fredericksburg Phone: 830-997-4394 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Larry Bowden, 210-846-0380

GONZALES Gonzales Livestock Market Where: Gonzales Phone: 830-672-2845 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Landyn Maguglin, 361-492-9484

Nixon Livestock Comm.

Where: Nixon Phone: 830-582-1561 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Landyn Maguglin, 361-492-9484

GREGG Longview Livestock Where: Longview Phone: 903-235-6385 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Paul Pruitt, 903-725-6200

GRIMES Mid-Tex Livestock Auction Where: Anderson Phone: 936-825-3970 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Rick Faught, 936-442-1039

Navasota Livestock Auction

Athens Comm. Co. Where: Athens Phone: 903-675-3333 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Brandy Baughman, 903-440-4382

HIDALGO

Edinburg Livestock Auction Where: Edinburg Phone: 956-383-5671 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Coney Alvarez Jr., 956-437-3899

HILL

JASPER Kirbyville Auction Barn Where: Kirbyville Phone: 409-423-2612 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Erica Morgan, 409-509-1946

JIM WELLS Gulf Coast Livestock Market Where: Alice Phone: 361-664-4395 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Ramiro Garcia, 361-460-0008

JOHNSON Johnson County Cattle Auction Where: Cleburne Phone: 817-556-9090 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Lee Snyder, 254-707-1682

KARNES Karnes City Auction Where: Karnes City Phone: 830-780-3382 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Elizabeth Cortez, 830-857-1945

Hubbard Livestock Market

Karnes County Livestock Exchange

Where: Hubbard Phone: 254-576-2584 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Bob McBryde, 940-859-6217

Where: Kenedy Phone: 830-583-2574 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Kaylee Malatek, 979-942-0323

HOPKINS

Sulphur Springs Livestock Comm.

Where: Sulphur Springs Phone: 903-885-2455 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Paul Pruitt, 903-725-6200

HOUSTON

East Texas Livestock Auction Where: Crockett Phone: 936-544-2246 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Cheyenne London, 936-222-3689

LAMAR Cattlemen’s Livestock Comm.

Where: Paris Phone: 903-784-2238 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Lana Caldwell, 903-908-0530

Paris Livestock Auction Where: Paris Phone: 903-739-2575 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Robin Gibbs, 903-227-0791

LAVACA

HOWARD

Big Spring Livestock Auction

Hallettsville Livestock Comm.

Where: Big Spring Phone: 432-267-5881 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Bruce Brandenberger, 254-977-5763

Where: Hallettsville Phone: 361-798-4336 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Kaylee Malatek, 979-942-0323

GUADALUPE

JACKSON

LEE

Edna Livestock Auction

Giddings Livestock Comm.

Where: Seguin Phone: 830-379-9955 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Elizabeth Cortez, 830-857-1945

Where: Edna Phone: 361-782-7666 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Galynn Mazoch, 979-578-1823

Contact: Nina Nygard, 512-281-6753

Where: Navasota Phone: 936-825-6545 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Rick Faught, 936-442-1039

Seguin Cattle Co.

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Where: Giddings Phone: 979-542-2274 Sale Day: Monday

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Auction Markets & Market Inspectors NACOGDOCHES

SHELBY

Where: Nacogdoches Phone: 936-564-8661 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Michael Witcher, 936-556-0992

Where: Center Phone: 936-598-4395 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Michael Witcher, 936-556-0992

NAVARRO

STARR

Where: Corsicana Phone: 903-872-1631 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Caleb Walker, 936-330-6102

Where: Rio Grande City Phone: 956-437-1988 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Coney Alvarez Jr., 956-437-3899

PANOLA

SWISHER

Where: Carthage Phone: 903-693-6361 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Lori Blankenship, 936-234-3441

Where: Tulia Phone: 806-995-4184 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Tommy Thompson, 806-690-4080

POLK

TAYLOR

Where: Groesbeck Phone: 254-729-3277 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: TBA

Where: Livingston Phone: 936-327-4917 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Harvey Williamson, 963-334-5325

Where: Abilene Phone: 325-673-7865 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Dave Williams, 325-669-2030

LIVE OAK

POTTER

TITUS

Where: Three Rivers Phone: 361-786-2553 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Marvin Bendele, 210-213-5890

Where: Amarillo Phone: 806-677-0777 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Gary McClellan, 806-334-0517

Where: Mt. Pleasant Phone: 903-575-9099 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Paul Pruitt, 903-725-6200

MASON

RAINS

Lexington Livestock Comm.

Where: Lexington Phone: 979-773-2922 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Nina Nygard, 512-281-6753

LEON Buffalo Livestock Comm.

Where: Buffalo Phone: 903-322-4940 Sale Day: Saturday Contact: Mallory Steen, 903-390-0594

LIBERTY Raywood Livestock Market Where: Raywood Phone: 936-587-4941 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Harvey Williamson, 963-334-5325

LIMESTONE Groesbeck Auction & Livestock

Live Oak Livestock Auction

Jordan Cattle Auction Where: Mason Phone: 325-347-6361 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Warren Ottmers, 830-669-2262

MCLENNAN West Auction

Nacogdoches Livestock Exchange

Corsicana Livestock Market

Panola Livestock

Livingston Livestock Exchange

Lonestar Stockyards

Center Auction Co.

Triple G Livestock Auction LLC

Tulia Livestock Auction

Abilene Auction

Stone Livestock Comm.

TOM GREEN

Emory Livestock Auction Where: Emory Phone: 903-473-2512 Sale Days: Tuesday & Saturday Contact: Brandy Baughman, 903-440-4382

ROBERTSON

Calvert Livestock Co.

Producers Livestock Auction Where: San Angelo Phone: 325-653-3371 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Bruce Halfmann, 325-315-5972

UVALDE

Southwest Livestock Exchange Where: Uvalde Phone: 830-278-5621 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Clarence Stevens, 210-415-0441

Where: West Phone: 254-826-3725 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: Ray Davis, 254-718-5512

Where: Calvert Phone: 979-364-2829 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Ray Davis, 254-718-5512

MEDINA

RUSK

Where: Hondo Phone: 830-741-8061, Sale Day: Monday Contact: Clarence Stevens, 210-415-0441

Where: Henderson Phone: 903-657-2690 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Samuel Steadman, 318-617-1141

MILAM

SAN SABA

WASHINGTON

Where: Cameron Phone: 254-697-6697 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Rick Faught, 936-442-1039

Where: San Saba Phone: ­325-372-5159 Sale Day: Thursday Contact: David Munden, 325-456-7253

Where: Brenham Phone: 979-836-3621 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Lisa Sebastian, 979-270-3041

Union Comm.

Milam County Livestock Auction

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VAN ZANDT

Hunt Livestock Exchange

Jordan Cattle Auction

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Mort Livestock Exchange Where: Canton Phone: 903-287-6386 Sale Day: Special Sales Only Contact: Paul Pruitt, 903-725-6200

Brenham Livestock Auction

June 2024

Auction Markets & Market Inspectors WHARTON El Campo Livestock Co.

WILBARGER

Where: El Campo Phone: 979-543-2703 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Galynn Mazoch, 979-578-1823

Where: Vernon Phone: 940-552-6000 Sale Day: Tuesday Contact: Dennis Wilson, 940-613-7693

Wharton Livestock Auction

WISE

Where: Wharton Phone: 979-532-3660 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: Galynn Mazoch, 979-578-1823

WICHITA

Wichita Livestock Sales Where: Wichita Falls Phone: 940-541-2222 Sale Day: Wednesday Contact: R.C. Langford, 832-330-7279

YOUNG

Vernon Livestock Market LLC

Graham Livestock Comm. LLC Where: Graham Phone: 940-549-0078 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Kyla Rater, 940-284-9968

Decatur Livestock Market Where: Decatur Phone: 940-627-5599 Sale Day: Monday Contact: Rebecca Benson, 940-389-6382

WOOD

Winnsboro Livestock Auction Where: Winnsboro Phone: 903-365-2201 Sale Day: Friday Contact: Alan Pruitt, 903-725-6200

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Breeder’s Bulletin Board GKB CATTLE

AKAUSHI

GARY BUCHHOLZ 214.537.1285 gary@gkbcattle.com

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NEW HEADQUARTERS AND PHYSICAL ADDRESS:

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HOGUE CATTLE COMPANY <—> Registered Black Angus Robert L. Hogue M.D. • Judy Hogue 6 Spring Hollow, Brownwood, Texas 76801 Ranch: 10108 CR 237 • Phone: 325-643-2225 Cell: 325-647-9168 • Fax: 326-643-6235 Email: rlhmd@familymedical.us

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Quality Beefmaster Cattle Ranches in Webb, Wilson and Kendall counties Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2947 Laredo, Texas 78044 Phone: 361/586-5067 Performance Beefmasters from the Founding Family

63rd Bull Sale: October 5, 2024

BEEFMASTERS

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FEMALES ALSO AVAILABLE PRIVATE TREATY

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STEVE & GINGER OLSON Hereford, TX | (806) 676-3556 Steve@olsoncattle.com

Mike & Carla Bacica 11707 FM 2868 Flint, TX 75762 Mike: 903-520-0390 mbpga@aol.com Registered Black Herefords Carla: 903-530-8551 bacicafarms.com wtnca@aol.com

Double Creek Farms Angus Bulls for Sale – At all Times

Detering Red Brahmans Beef Oriented Red Brahmans

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for the pasture and the show ring Liendo Plantation, 38653 Wyatt Chapel Rd. Hempstead, TX 77445 Will Detering, owner 281.989.8965

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SATTERFIELD RANCH

at LOST PRAIRIE LAKE • Palestine, Texas

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Registered Gray Brahmans Dr. Scott & Nancy Satterfield 410 ACR 376 • Palestine, TX 75801

830-613-1492 www.satterfieldranch.com

BRANGUS American Red Brangus Association 512-858-7285

www.americanredbrangus.org

BRAHMAN

Matthew Domel Cell: 254-749-3253 Mike & Barbara Domel – Meridian, TX Office: 254-435-2988 • Cell: 254-749-2240 www.mlslivestock.com Bob Funk, owner Kevin Hafner Donnie Robertson Mark Squires Yukon, Oklahoma [405] 350-0044 Angus & Hereford

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Contact Regional Manager Radale Tiner: 979-492-2663 rtiner@angus.org

© 2023-2024 American Angus Association

P O Box 27, Campbellton, Texas USA 78008

Private Treaty Welcome!!

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Casey Beefmasters Since 1948

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EVERY DAY IS SALE DAY AT

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Danny & MB Farris Tuscola, TX 325.669.5727

PARTIN & PARTIN HEART BAR RANCH Janet, Steve and Carlton Partin 3159 FM 837 • Montalba, Texas 75853 903-549-3000 • partin.partin@aol.com Quality Janet Partin: 903-922-3689 Brahman Carlton Partin: 407-709-0297 Cattle www.heartbarranch.com Since 1936

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Brangus Bulls

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COATES RANCH COMPANY CHAROLAIS BULLS One or a truckload - Give us a call SW&S Cattle Company

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Mitch Thomas: 956-535-0936 Tonnyre Thomas Joe: 956-535-0942 thomasra@gte.net www.thomascharolais.com

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Joey and Susan Skrivanek, owners 407 W. Mustang • Caldwell, TX 77836 • Cell 979-224-4698 Office 979-567-3131• J.SKRiVANEKRANCH@outlook.com Nine miles east of Caldwell on Hwy. 21 or 15 miles west of Bryan-College Station on Hwy. 21

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CRAIG BUFORD

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Upcoming Events

MARK YOUR CALENDAR JUNE

MONDAY, JUNE 3 – THURSDAY, JUNE 6 Texas 4-H Round Up Where: College Station

THURSDAY, JUNE 6 – SATURDAY, JUNE 8

High Plains Ranchers & Breeders Assoc.: Horse Sale & Ranch Horse Futurity Where: Amarillo National Center

TUESDAY, JUNE 11

TSCRA Ranch Gathering Where: George West When: 5:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, JUNE 18

Ranching 101: Direct-to-Consumer Beef Sales Where: Online When: 1 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 21 – SUNDAY, JUNE 23

TSCRA Summer Meeting Where: Hyatt Regency Hill Country, San Antonio

JULY

MONDAY, JULY 8 – WEDNESDAY, JULY 10

NCBA Summer Business Meeting Where: San Diego, California

WEDNESDAY, JULY 17 – SUNDAY, JULY 21 43rd Texas Ranch Roundup Where: Wichita Falls

SATURDAY, JULY 27

Special Replacement Female Sale

Where: Jordan Cattle Auction, San Saba When: 10 a.m.

AUGUST

THURSDAY, AUG. 1

TSCRA Ranch Gathering Where: Crockett When: 5:30 p.m.

MONDAY, AUG. 5 – WEDNESDAY, AUG. 7 Texas A&M AgriLife Beef Cattle Short Course Where: College Station

TUESDAY, AUG. 20

Ranching 101: Beef Exports Equal Producer Profit Where: Online When: 1 p.m.

SATURDAY, AUG. 24

Special Replacement Female Sale

Where: Jordan Cattle Auction, San Saba When: 10 a.m.

SEPTEMBER

MONDAY, SEPT. 23

Gardiner Angus Ranch: 20th Annual Fall Production Sale Where: Ashland, Kansas

OCTOBER

THURSDAY, OCT. 3

Dudley Bros.: 63rd Annual Bull Sale Where: Comanche When: 12 p.m.

FRIDAY, OCT. 4

Jorgensen Land & Cattle: Pasture-Ready SmartBull Sale Where: Ideal, South Dakota When: 5:30 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCT. 8

Powell Ranch Herefords: 27th Annual Production Sale Where: Fort McKavett When: 12:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, OCT. 10

Texas Agricultural Land Trust Working Lands Innovation Summit Where: Henrietta

TSCRA Ranch Gathering Where: Fredericksburg When: 5:30 p.m.

SUNDAY, OCT. 13 – TUESDAY, OCT. 15

Texas Cattle Feeders Assoc.: Annual Convention

WEDNESDAY, JULY 10 – SUNDAY, JULY 14

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 4

Where: Houston

Where: Stephenville When: 5:30 p.m.

THURSDAY, JULY 11

THURSDAY, SEPT. 12

Where: McBride’s Steakhouse, Wichita Falls When: 11:30 a.m.

Wichita Falls Luncheon

Ranching 101: Building a Bull-Buying Budget

Where: McBride’s Steakhouse, Wichita Falls When: 11:30 a.m.

Where: Online When: 1 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 14 – THURSDAY, JULY 18

TUESDAY, SEPT. 17

SATURDAY, OCT. 26

Texas FFA Convention

Wichita Falls Luncheon

Texas County Ag. Agents Assoc. Meeting Where: Dallas

TUESDAY, JULY 16 Ranching 101: Actions Affecting Calf Prices Where: Online When: 1 p.m.

June 2024

TSCRA Ranch Gathering

Ranching 101: Shooting Season, Know Your Limits Where: Online When: 1 p.m.

Where: San Antonio

TUESDAY, OCT. 15

44 Farms: Fall Bull Sale Where: Cameron When: 10 a.m.

WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 18 TSCRA Ranch Gathering Where: Decatur When: 5:30 p.m.

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Ad Index 44 Farms ........................................ 76, Back Cover

GKB Cattle ........................................................... 9, 76

Outfront Cattle Service ..................................... 78

Grandin Livestock Systems Inc. ................... 41

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Agri Affiliates Inc. .................................................. 17

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Hall & Hall .................................................................. 78

Parker Friedrich Marketing & Consulting ... 78

American Angus Assoc. .................................... 76

Harlow Cattle Co. .............. Inside Front Cover

American Red Brangus Assoc. ..................... 76

Harris Riverbend Farms .................................... 78

Peacock Angus Ranch ...................................... 76

Arrowhead Ranch ................................................ 77

Helena Agri-Enterprises LLC ......................... 48

Artesian Cattle & Farming LLC ..................... 76

Hilltop Ranch Beefmasters ............................ 76

Accredited Land Brokers ................................. 78

Hogue Cattle Co. ................................................... 76

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Bacica Farms ........................................................... 76

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Partin & Partin Heart Bar Ranch ................. 76 PolyCleat ..................................................................... 17 Powell Herefords ............................................. 7, 77

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Ramro LLC/RJ Cattle Co. .......................... 70, 77 Ragland Mills ........................................................... 75

Bar G Feedyard ...................................................... 27

Indian Hills Ranch ................................................ 76

Bar J Bar Hereford Ranch ................................ 77

Indian Mound Ranch .......................................... 77

Bass Pro Shops ........................................................ 81

Isa Beefmasters ..................................................... 76

Redbird Ranch ................................................ 41, 77

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Rolling O Farms ..................................................... 77

Beefmaster Breeders United ........................... 3 Borchers Southern Y Ranches LP ............... 78 Buban Financial Services ................................ 78

Red Angus Assoc. of America ........................ 51 Rocker b Ranch ...................................................... 77 Rusty’s Weigh Scales ......................................... 25

J.D. Hudgins Inc. ..................................................... 61

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John Martin Ranches ......................................... 78

Cactus Feeders ....................................................... 41

Jordan Cattle Auction ........................................ 24

Sartwelle Brahman Ranch .............................. 76

Caldwell Livestock Commission ................... 17

Justin Insurance Agency ................................. 78

Satterfield Ranch .................................................. 76

Johnson Cattle Marketing ............................... 78

Casey Beefmasters .............................................. 76 CattleMax ................................................................... 15 Charles S. Middleton ........................................... 78 Coates Ranch Co. .................................................. 77

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Kaddatz Equipment ............................................ 77

Cox Concrete Products ..................................... 47

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Schneider Brahmans .......................................... 76 Scott Land Co. ........................................................ 78 Shelby Trailer Service LLC ................................ 25 Skrivanek Ranches .............................................. 77 Specialized Crop Insurance ...... Inside Back Cover Stonewall Valley Ranch ..................................... 78

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Lashley Land ........................................................... 25

Sunny Hill Ranch Herefords ........................... 77

Dan W. Kinsel III ..................................................... 78

Lawrence Family Limousin ............................. 78

SW&S Cattle Co. ..................................................... 77

Dennis Charolais ................................................... 77

Lee, Lee & Puckitt ................................................. 78

Detering Red Brahmans .................................. 76

Littlerobe Angus Ranch .................................... 76

Doak Lambert ........................................................ 78

LRB Ranches ........................................................... 78

Double Diamond Herefords ........................... 77 Double Diamond Ranch ................................... 76

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Texas A&M Beef Center ..................................... 33

Double Creek Farms ........................................... 76

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Dudley Bros. ............................................................ 77

Mallett Simmentals ............................................. 78

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MK Ranch .................................................................. 77

Express Ranches ................................................... 76

MP Brangus ............................................................. 77

Express Scale Services ...................................... 39

Muleshoe Ranch .................................................. 77

Mesa T Ranch .......................................................... 77 Moore Angus ........................................................... 76

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Texas Agricultural Land Trust ........................ 38 Texas Beef Council ................................................ 71 Texas Cattle Feeders Assoc. ........................... 49 Texas Christian University ................................ 61 Texas Hereford Assoc. ........................................ 77 Thickety Creek Farm ........................................... 76 Thomas Charolais Inc. ......................................... 77 TSCRA Membership ............................................ 34 TSCRA Sponsors .................................................... 35

Farris Ranching Co. .............................................. 76

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Neel Polled Herefords ........................................ 77

Filegonia Cattle Co. ............................................. 78

Nipp Charolais ......................................................... 77

Fishpondaerator ................................................... 77

Noack Herefords ................................................... 77

Foster Bros. Farms ............................................... 78

Nü Wagyu ................................................................. 78

U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef ...... 63

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Olson Land & Cattle ............................................ 76

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Wesley Theuret Herefords .............................. 77

Gardiner Angus Ranch ...................................... 76

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United Country/Craig Buford ........................ 78

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June 2024

Our Business is Outfitting Your Business!

TSCRA and Bass Pro Shops Business Sales have partnered together to offer all TSCRA members a Partner Program that allows you a discount up to 30% and customization of your logo (including free logo set up) on items from Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s!

Please contact your Bass Pro Shops Business Sales rep by calling Bill Leach at 417-877-2720 or by emailing william.leach@cabelas.com

Shirts

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Outdoor Gear

Jackets & Vests

And Much More!

A Look Back

JUNE 1924 Texas native Roy Sansom was pictured on the century-old cover of The Cattleman seated on a steer named Rare Meat.

Living in Kansas City, Missouri, at the time, Sansom said the steer was raised by a Swiss family near Abilene, Kansas, and shipped to Kansas City Nov. 23, 1923, by W.C. Colvin.

Rare Meat was broke to ride by school children, who drove him three times to school for two terms — and made two garden crops with him. The story told that the steer eventually wound up in the Swift packing plant for 9-cents per pound. CT

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At Specialized Crop Insurance (SCI), we believe in thinking differently.

We look at how things stand and ask why. How your PRF policy is set up matters. If you are ready to trade up your thoughtless, cookie-cutter policy for one that has meaning.

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Call us (334) 319-6029.

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THE 2024

FALL BULL SALE OCTOBER 26, 2024 • 10:00 AM • CAMERON, TEXAS

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