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A Look Inside Rural healthcare options are available for Wyoming residents................... Page A7 Golden eagle research looks at relocation as a management strategy for mitigating sheep depredation.....Page B1 2024 Annual Crop Summary features highlights for the state of Wyoming.......Page B3

CPW provides gray wolf update at SMART hearing On Jan. 19, Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) announced it will not release any more gray wolves until the end of December this year, as it has secured a source for up to 15 more

wolves to be released as part of its reintroduction program.

According to the press release, “The Confederated Tribes of the Colville Reservation in Washington will provide the wolves to

be captured on Tribal land between December 2024 and March 2025.”

The press release further notes Tribal representatives will provide guidance to CPW on target packs,

avoiding packs with known active chronic depredation behavior.

Top CPW leadership, including CPW Director Jeff Davis, received harsh

Please see WOLVES on page A15 WYLR photo

Legislation introduced for innovative soil health practices ..................................Page B7

Quick Bits Snow Report In the seventh snow report for Water Year 2024, the state’s snowpack telemetry data reads 79% of median, with a basin high of 103% and a basin low of 24%. Last year, the state was at 122% and at 100% in 2022. The report and a map displaying basin snow water equivalent percentages of median for the state may be found at wrds.uwyo.edu/ wrds/nrcs/nrcs.html.

WLSB Meeting The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) has scheduled a public meeting for Feb. 6, beginning at 8 a.m. via Zoom. Topics will include legislative updates; brand inspection recording updates; animal health updates; scrapie surveillance and brucellosis testing, among other administrative board business and matters. To join the meeting, use Meeting ID: 874 8810 0983 and Passcode: 327467.

Open House The Crook County Commission invites all shareholders in Crook and Weston counties to attend an open house to discuss the Black Hills National Forest (BHNF) Land Use Plan revision assessments. The event is scheduled for Feb. 8 and will take place from 6-8 p.m. in the Crook County Courthouse in Sundance. Crook and Weston counties have been heavily involved as cooperating agencies

Investment

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing approximately $11.5 million in 38 cooperative agreements to support innovative, scalable waste management plans to reduce and divert food waste from landfills. The Composting and Food Waste Reduction (CFWR) cooperative agreements, which are funded by the American Rescue Plan Act, are part of USDA’s broad support for urban agriculture. The recommended projects will be implemented between now and 2026. For more information, visit nrcs.usda.gov.

Calving Ready Tips offered to help producers prepare for calves to hit the ground It’s never too early to prepare for calving season, and with spring-calving herds set to see babies over the next few months, producers should start planning ahead to help increase their chances of success.

To do this, University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) Extension Beef Veterinarian Dr. Richard Randle encourages producers to ask themselves two simple questions – “Are my cows ready for calving? And, am I ready for calving?”

Preparing the cow herd According to multiple sources, the first and arguably most important consideration when readying a herd for calving season is to ensure late-gestation nutritional requirements are met.

A separate UNL article, written by former UNL Master’s Student Alicia Lansford and UNL Extension Beef Cattle Reproductive Physiologist Rick Funston, notes, “Recent research has shown maternal nutrition during late gestation can have lasting impacts on calf health, growth and performance postnatally. These impacts can include improved weaning weights, yearling weights and marbling scores of progeny.”

Former South Dakota State Extension Cow/Calf Field Specialist Olivia Amundson further notes nutrition during the months leading up to calving is especially important because it impacts the rapidly growing fetus, mammary regeneration and synthesis of colostrum.

Please see CALVING on page A5

New year priorities NASDA sets federal policy focus for 2024 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) members, state commissioners, secretaries and directors of agriculture, have chosen five issues to serve as the organization’s primary policy focus for 2024.

These include the 2024 Farm Bill, food safety, labor reform, pesticide regulation and per-and-poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

NASDA Chief Executive Officer Ted McKinney remarked on the gravity of these issues for 2024.

“These issues were chosen for the organization’s 2024 focus as NASDA members see urgent need for action in these areas to support farmers and ranchers in their ability to grow our nation’s food, fiber and fuel. Further, we believe these are the areas where state departments of agriculture are uniquely positioned to champion policy solutions this year,” McKinney said.

NASDA has published one-page documents offering background and insight for each policy priority.

2024 Farm Bill Agricultural producers, the rural economy and communities of every size rely on a forward-looking Please see NASDA on page A16

UW celebrates inaugural awards The University of Wyoming’s (UW) Research and Economic Development Division recently recognized the achievements of UW’s outstanding faculty and departments with its inaugural Celebration of Research and Innovation Excellence.

In the 2022-23 Fiscal Year, UW reported $150 million in research expenditures, the highest level of research activities ever reported for the university.

To celebrate this achievement and the culture of research and innovation at UW, outstanding researchers identified by colleges and schools were recognized. Additionally, four university-wide awards were given for outstanding research contributions, further highlighting the university’s vibrant research ecosystem.

Three of these awards honored members or former members of UW’s College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR).

“The inaugural Celebration of Research and Innovation Excellence marks a pivotal moment for UW. It’s a reflection of our collective endeavor to foster an environment where innovation flourishes and research translates into meaningful impact,” says Parag Chitnis, vice president for research and economic development. “The dedication of our faculty and departments to excellence in research and innovation is what positions UW as a leader in addressing current challenges and future opportunities for Wyoming.”

UW Distinguished Innovator Award The UW Distinguished Innovator Award is given to a researcher with the most prolific innovation portfolio.

UW graduate Nate Storey, visionary chief science Please see UW on page A8

Young producer aspires to raise show cattle Saige Ward grew up on a registered Hereford operation situated at the base of the mountains outside of Laramie, an operation which started with one Hereford heifer, a gift from Kevin and Jackie Nickel.

From there, the herd has grown to 200 head, now known as Ward Livestock.

Throughout high school, Saige has showed cattle, sheep and goats, and when she wasn’t in the barn, she could be found competing in a variety of career and leadership development events and leading her peers in various organizations.

After completing high school, Saige attended Butler Community College in El Dorado, Kan., where she competed on the livestock judging team.

After receiving her associate degree in animal science, she transferred to Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas where she was a part of the Reserve National Champion Livestock Judging Team and is currently pursuing her agricultural communications degree.

Saige is the daughter of Jeff and

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The Work Begins On Feb. 12 at 10 a.m., Wyoming’s 2024 budget session will convene in the state Capitol. It is a 20-day session focusing on the biennial budget.

While the session does focus on passing the biennial budget, there will be a number of drafted bills receiving From the Publisher the two-thirds vote for introduction.

Dennis Sun Some will be needed to finalize the budget and some will be over current important issues in Wyoming, such as private property tax burdens which need to be resolved. The private property tax issue currently has a number of potential bills addressing the issue.

While reading through these bills, I realize there are a number of ways to hopefully fix the burden of high property taxes. It will take some time for legislators to sort through the bills and narrow down what Wyoming should do.

As many of us realize, property taxes have skyrocketed in the past few years. It has really placed a burden on older folks of fixed income and others as well. One of the reasons it has hurt so many people is because of the large increases.

These increases are caused by property values rapidly rising. This is happening all over the West as people are moving out of big cities and want a piece of Heaven in the West, which really hurts states like Wyoming with a history of low property taxes.

We are not used to higher taxes.

I think we have to be careful with decisions made so they don’t place the state in a bind, where we have to pay a state income tax. We shouldn’t have to trade one issue for another.

Appropriations is always a big issue, and I’ve heard state income is down some $13 million from what was projected.

Remember, Wyoming – by state constitution – has to have a balanced budget. What a smart decision by those writing the constitution – this is something we should never change.

There are also a number of bills affecting agriculture that ranchers and farmers need to keep track of and speak up on if needed.

On the Senate files, one bill offered for introduction will authorize the legislature to initiate legal actions against the federal government for actions deemed to be in violation of federal laws related to natural resource management, including federal purchase of land within the state.

The proposed bill would authorize $50 million for legal actions. This bill and others proposed are really needed with all of the federal government overreach coming from Washington, D.C. Other proposed bills would prohibit using eminent domain across private lands for energy collection systems.

On the House side, there is a potential bill to provide payments to a landowner or lessee of state or private land for forage consumed by wildlife with a number of ways to qualify for payment. It would only last until July 1, 2030.

Hopefully, by this time, we have the huge numbers of elk depopulated.

As with legislative sessions in the past, agriculture really has some outstanding lobbyists working on our behalf. They not only keep us in the know, but the legislators depend on them.

During the session, head to Cheyenne and help them or e-mail them and your legislators. Legislators want to hear from you in a positive tone with a solution.

GUEST OPINIONS

Your Wyoming Water Connection: A Message From President Strike

By Andrew Strike

“Oh you know, strikes and gutters, ups and downs,” said Jeff “The Dude” Lebowski.

I’ve always admired this character’s response to things outside of his control. Given the amount of time we’re all spending discussing weather patterns – El Niño and the overall lack of snow in the state – perhaps we should all take a page from The Dude and start focusing on the things we can control.

With this said, what a difference a year makes.

The large snowpack we saw in the winter of 2023 has not been repeated yet, but we’re all hoping the storm tracks will change in 2024. If it doesn’t, we will

see large effects on all sectors, and it could create a very real problem for Colorado River flows and the timing of curtailment under the compact.

What a tough time to be in agriculture. Last year’s losses due to weather had to be one of the highest, and now the range needs water to be able to support numbers.

In positive news for many landowners in the Upper Green River Basin and Little Snake River Basin, the Upper Colorado River Commission has kicked off another round of the System Conservation Pilot Program, and participation has grown substantially from last year.

While certainly a con-

tentious program with hotly debated efficacy, this program is testing ways to build resiliency into irrigated operations and explore leasing without the loss of water rights.

With respect to our Wyoming Water Association (WWA) Board, we have added four excellent new members to assist with our important work.

Justin Caudill, ag program coordinator for the Department of Agriculture; Melissa Leonhardt, manager of the Greybull Valley Irrigation District; Jay Smith, natural resource administrator for the city of Laramie and Leslie Steen, Wyoming state director for Trout Unlimited, have all joined

in the last few months, and we are excited to have their perspectives and enthusiasm for our state’s most treasured resource.

Our board represents the full gamut of sectors, from government, municipal, recreation, industry and agriculture, and we continually strive to advance each sectors goals with an understanding of how these changes will impact our objectives – to promote the development, conservation and utilization of the water resources of Wyoming for the benefit of Wyoming people.

It’s a one-stop shop for education on all water topics, and our members routinely Please see WATER on page A12

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NEWS BRIEFS Judging teams see success

Wyoming’s collegiate judging teams saw continued success this past week at various contests across the country.

The Casper College Livestock Judging Team brought home several honors from the Sioux Empire Livestock Show in Sioux Falls, S.D. Casper College’s first team was the high team in reasons, the high team in cattle, the third high team in sheep and goats and the fifth high team in swine. They ended the contest as the third high team overall.

Casper College’s second team also had a successful showing as the fifth high team in cattle, and the freshman team was the fifth high team in sheep and goats.

Individual honors went to Sophomores Robert Choma, who was the third high individual in reasons, sixth high individual in swine, seventh high individual in cattle and the ninth high indivudal overall; Luke Raudebaugh was the seventh high individual in reasons; Hunter Jensen was the ninth high individual in sheep and goats and the 10th high individual in reasons; Gavin Masters was the fourth high individual in sheep and goats and Jessica Wilkinson was the second high individual in cattle.

Freshman Stetson Rothlisberger was the fourth high individual overall and ninth high individual in cattle, and Alaina Barger was the eighth high individual in sheep and goats.

The University of Wyoming (UW) Livestock Judging Team also competed in Sioux Falls, S.D., bringing home honors as the first place team in hogs, fifth place team in sheep and goats and sixth place team overall.

Jessy Barger was the eighth high individual in both sheep and goats and hogs, and Dalia Weber was the sixth high individual in hogs.

Additionally, the UW Meat Judging Team held their own against stiff competition at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo Meat Judging Contest in Fort Worth, Texas.

The team finished second in placings and pork judging, third in beef grading, fourth in beef judging and overall beef and fifth in lamb judging and reasons. They also finshed the contest fourth overall.

Individual standouts were Aida Hester, who was fourth in lamb judging and the ninth high individual overall; Jordan Anderson, who was seventh in pork judging and Joe Mills, who was first in placings with a perfect score of 500, seventh in lamb judging and eighth in beef judging.

Applications due Rural Business Development Grant (RBDG) program applications are due by 4:30 p.m. on Feb. 28.

The RBDG program is a competitive grant designed to support targeted technical assistance, training and other activities leading to the development or expansion of small and emerging private businesses in rural areas with fewer than 50 employees and less than $1 million in annual gross revenues.

This program provides grants for rural projects which finance and facilitate development of small and emerging rural businesses, feasibility studies and business plans, distance learning networks, employment related adult education programs and more.

Eligible rural public entities include – but are not limited to – towns, communities, state agencies, authorities, nonprofit corporations, institutions of higher education, federally-recognized Tribes and rural cooperatives, if organized as a private nonprofit corporation.

For more information, contact Lynelle Barber at 307-233-6721.

Meetings scheduled University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s (UNL) beef program will be presenting the latest feedlot-related research findings in meetings across Nebraska in February.

Anyone interested is welcome to attend the meetings Feb. 13-15 in Bridgeport, Gothenburg and West Point, Neb., respectively.

The roundtables will discuss new technologies in cattle feeding, a 2024 market outlook, severe weather responses, results of the 2022 National Beef Quality Audit and hiring employees on visas.

The information will be presented by UNL faculty, Nebraska beef producers and speakers from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and Nebraska Cattlemen affiliates.

The roundtables are from 12:30 to 5 p.m. Cost is $30 paid online at registration or at the door. On Feb. 13, the event will be held in Bridgeport, Neb. at the Prairie Winds Community Center. On Feb. 14, the roundtable will be in Gothenburg, Neb. at the Bayer Water Utilization Learning Center and on Feb. 15, it will be held in West Point, Neb. at the Nielsen Community Center.

Pre-registration is available at go.unl.edu/2024 roundtable through Feb. 9.

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Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks has notified the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) of its intent to pursue legal action over the recent listing of wolverines as a threatened species.

“In Montana, wolverines continue to do well and inhabit much, if not all, of their available habitat,” said Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks Chief of Conservation Policy Quentin Kujala. “We work closely with our neighboring states to ensure the continued conservation of these iconic species. Federal protections in this case will only get in the way of good conservation work.”

In its listing notice, FWS switched course by identifying the lower 48 states as a distinct population segment. This finding comes after the service previously found the population of wolverines in the lower 48 was connected to those in Canada.

The finding came despite protections in Canada and states like Montana to ensure wolverine conservation.

In its listing, FWS also used climate models from the year 2100 to point to a projected decrease in snowpack to justify its move. This rationale was used despite recent science which shows wolverines are adaptable and able to den and reproduce without snow.

Wolverines were listed as a threatened species by FWS in November. The first step in challenging this listing is filing a notice of intent to sue with the FWS. Following this action, the state will file a lawsuit in federal district court.

“The Biden administration is once again ignoring the science and acting against Montana’s best interest,” Sen. Steve Daines (R-MT) said. “Montanans know best how to manage our wildlife, and the state worked hard to responsibly monitor and conserve the wolverine. Far-off bureaucrats should not be making sweeping decisions that will only harm commonsense management practices.”

Virtual workshop set

Invasive annual grasses such as cheatgrass, medusahead and ventenata are a leading cause of degradation and loss of America’s sagebrush grasslands, reducing forage and habitat, fueling more frequent and larger wildfires and threatening rural economies.

While invasive grasses are widespread, there remains a generational opportunity to proactively address this threat.

However, many land managers may not be equipped with the information needed to plan and implement effective treatments.

During a one-day virtual workshop, hosted by the University of Wyoming’s Institute for Managing Annual Grasses Invading Natural Ecosystems, participants will learn about guiding principles, strategic planning processes, tools and tactics for managing annual grass invasion in sagebrush country.

Participants will also be introduced to the proactive “defend and grow the core” management philosophy, which emphasizes protecting intact and functioning native plant communities and expanding them through improved management techniques, rather than initially starting with the most degraded areas.

The workshop will be held on April 3 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. online via Zoom and is free to the public.

For more information and to register, visit invasivegrasses. com/events.

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NEWS BRIEFS Operation certified

The National Audubon Society proudly announced Miller Land and Livestock near Big Piney as the newest ranch in the state to achieve its bird-friendly habitat certification through Audubon’s Conservation Ranching program.

The Audubon certification is a testament to the Miller family’s commitment to managing their land in a manner which prioritizes birds and biodiversity.

Audubon Conservation Ranching, Audubon’s flagship grassland habitat initiative, is a collaboration between ranchers and Audubon to address the steep decline in grassland bird populations. To date, over 100 ranches spanning nearly three million acres nationwide, have earned Audubon certified status, including 11 ranches and more than 450,000 acres in Wyoming.

Established by the Miller family more than 138 years ago, the native prairie and sagebrush steppe of Miller Land and Livestock is operated by Mike and Tara Miller, their sons Will and Wes and grandsons Kaleb and Blu – the sixth generation of family stewardship.

The ranch remains deeply rooted in tradition, with cattle rotation occurring on its vast expanse by horseback. This rotational grazing is a foundational element to creating highquality grassland bird habitat and thus, earning the Audubon certification.

Audubon worked closely with the Millers to develop a ranch-specific, wildlife-focused grassland management plan for Miller Land and Livestock which centers on strategic, rotational cattle grazing to create a mosaic of high-quality habitat for grassland birds.

With this certification, beef products from Miller Land and Livestock can now carry the Audubon certified birdfriendly seal, a consumer package label which lets shoppers know products come from lands managed for birds and biodiversity.

For more information about Audubon Conservation Ranching in Wyoming, contact Cidney Handy. For information in other states, reach out to conservationranching@audubon.org.

Event scheduled Students of the University of Wyoming’s (UW) College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR) are invited to a Farm Credit Services of America (FCSA) presentation on Feb. 5 from 12-1 p.m. in Room 103 in the Animal Science Building on the UW campus in Laramie.

Those in attendance will have the opportunity to dive into valuable insights on important considerations when choosing a career which will be a great segue for the UW CALSNR Career Fair, set for Feb. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the UW Conference Center.

The discussion will be led by Robert Alexander, young and beginner farm and ranch specialist and YBS relationship officer at the FCSA Casper Office.

The event will also host a special raffle for UW swag and a coveted UW Bookstore gift card.

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FFA seeks donations Individuals across the country can make a difference in the lives of the more than 945,000 FFA members in February by participating in Give FFA Day during National FFA Week.

For the eighth year, individuals will have an opportunity to step up and support FFA and agricultural education through Give FFA Day on Feb. 22. Funds raised support various programs on local, state and national levels.

During the 24 hours of giving, donors can donate to the national and state FFA associations of their choice.

In February, the organization will celebrate FFA, advisors and members as part of National FFA Week, which includes giving back during Give FFA Day. With almost a million members, there is a need for sustained funding to provide valuable programs, events, skills training and more. Through generous supporters like those on Give FFA Day, FFA members can thrive.

This year, the organization aims to raise $1 million during the 24 hours of Give FFA Day. FFA hopes to achieve this by challenging everyone to contribute throughout the day. Donors can give to support the mission of National FFA, support their home state, provide the iconic FFA blue jackets, travel assistance to FFA members for career and leadership development events, teacher support and resources and opportunities for female FFA members.

RFD-TV has generously pledged to match the first $100,000 in donations on Give FFA Day. In addition, American Family Insurance and John Deere will also match donations on Give FFA Day. Matching details will be announced throughout the day.

“Donors at every level ensure we continue to grow the future leaders of agriculture and the world,” said Kimberly Coveney, the annual fund manager for the National FFA Foundation. “Give FFA Day is an opportunity for each FFA supporter to magnify their impact on the lives of young people when they join other donors across the country. Every gift makes a difference, and we are grateful for our donors and their continued support and belief in FFA and agricultural education.”

For more information, visit FFA.org/GiveFFADay.

Casper Alcova Irrigation District Vice President Ric Herman received an award from the Four States Irrigation Council for his vision of forming an organization as a resource for irrigation districts throughout the state, known as the Wyoming Association of Irrigation Districts (WAID).

WAID is a pioneering nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the interests of irrigation districts across the state.

With a vision to foster effective water resource management at the local level, WAID stands as a collective voice for Wyoming’s emerging network of irrigation districts.

These districts operate under state guidelines and play a vital role in sustaining water-related initiatives which contribute to the well-being of Wyoming communities.

The purpose of the association is to share information for the betterment of the districts, share solutions to common issues and lobby state and federal governments.

Additionally, the association works to promote irrigation within the state; update state statutes and Wyoming water laws; request more funding for rehabilitation; promote saving irrigated farmland; protect water rights in the state; protect storage, natural flow and underground water rights and encourage the State Engineer’s Office to do more digital mapping.

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OBITUARIES John James Hines

March 3, 1936 – Jan. 26, 2024 John James Hines, 87, of Gillette passed away Jan. 26 at Primrose Retirement Community.

John was born in 1936 to John Dwight and Annie Mary (McKenzie) Hines.

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John graduated from Campbell County High School in 1954, and after a few semesters at the Uni-

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spending three years as a meat inspector in Kansas City, Mo. He returned to the ranch in 1960, where he lived until his death.

After serving on several county boards, John was elected to the legislature in 1985. He served in the House until 2002. He was elected to the Senate in 2003, serving until 2015.

He was elected Senate president in 2009-10.

John enjoyed travel and spent time on all of the continents. As a fan of UW, John went to all of the home and bowl football games.

His years in public service led to many friendships around the state, and he enjoyed visiting with them as years went by.

John is survived by his sister and brother-in-law Dorothy Jean and Richard Davis, his brother and sister-in-law Bill and Judy Hines, along with cherished nephews and nieces.

A funeral service was held on Feb. 2 at Family Life Church with Pastor Marty Crump officiating with military honors provided by American Legion Post #42 Honor Guard.

John’s family requests memorials be made to benefit Campbell County Rockpile Museum in John’s name. Memorials and condolences may be sent in care of Gillette Memorial Chapel, 210 West 5th Street, Gillette, WY 82716.

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OBITUARIES George Clement Hornberger Dec. 29, 1939 – Jan. 25, 2024

George Clement Hornberger passed away Jan. 25 in Casper surrounded by his family. He was 84 years old.

George was born on the family farm in Noble County, Oklahoma, near the town of Morrison, on Dec. 29, 1939 to William Lee and Eula Marie (McQuiston) Hornberger. Growing up with six siblings, George had many adventures, which he would later recall as he entertained family and friends with what he called “Hornberger stories.”

George attended Morrison High School, where he excelled in basketball and FFA, fueling his love for land and agriculture. Following his graduation in 1957, he attended Oklahoma State University where he graduated in 1961 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture. Additionally, George received a Board of Education Teaching Certificate.

During college, he met and fell in love with Kristin Elaine Penn, whom he married in 1961. Together, they had two children, Douglas and Kimberly.

Upon graduation, George and Kris moved to Geneva, Neb. where he taught high school agriculture classes, accounting and welding.

In 1966, George received an offer to join the Federal Land Bank Association – now known as Farm Credit – which he enthusiastically accepted, moving from Geneva to McCook, Neb. During his time at Federal Land Bank, George was promoted several times, moving his family to the Torrington/Lingle and Casper areas. In 1989, with 23 years of service, George retired as the vice president in Casper.

Not yet ready to fully retire, George continued to support the community and his love of the land through

various jobs and community services.

He wore many hats including selling real estate, working at Casper College and returning to his love of the ranching community as an actuator for the U.S. government.

He contributed to his community by serving on various committees to beautify Casper, as well as participating in various organizations, including Meals on Wheels, Wyoming Rescue Mission, Wyoming 4-H Foundation, Elks Lodge, Lions Club, Masons and Rotary.

Together with Kris, Doug and Kim, George was blessed with additional loved ones.

Following his divorce, Kathy Kidd entered his life, where he was a father to Kathy’s daughter Amber and a grandfather to Rylan and Chloee Thornburg. In 2002, his twin granddaughters, Halley and Hannah Hornberger, were born to Doug and his wife Lisa and share the same birthday as their Papa.

George loved Wyoming for its people, rich ranch tradition and wide-open spaces.

Additionally, he was known as a person whose handshake still meant something, a person who would give his own shirt to help another and someone who always smiled and rarely frowned.

George is preceded in death by his mother Eula, father William, stepfather Neil Spillane and brothers Jim and Bud Hornberger.

He is survived by his son Doug Hornberger, his wife Lisa and their daughters Halley and Hannah; daughter Kim French and her husband Jeff; Kristin Hornberger; Kathleen Kidd; Amber Kidd; Rylan Thornburg; Chloee Thornburg and his beloved cat Bella. He is also survived by his siblings Bill Hornberger, Wanda Sanders, Dorothy Knott, Marianne Greenwald and stepbrother David Spillane.

There will be a celebration of life from 1 to 4 p.m. on Feb. 17 at the Casper Elks Lodge in Casper and on April 27 in Morrison, Okla.

Contributions can be made to the Casper chapter of Meals on Wheels via PayPal or by mail to 1760 E. 12st Street, Casper, WY 82601.

Internship open U.S. Rep. Harriet Hageman (R-WY) is now accepting internship program applications for her Washington, D.C. and Wyoming offices.

College students and recent high school graduates interested in learning about Congress and serving Wyoming should apply by 5 p.m. on Feb. 16 to be considered for the position. Applicants need to include a resume, a cover letter expressing why they would like to join Hageman’s team and their location preference.

For further information and details on intern responsibilities, visit hageman.house.gov/services/ internships.

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CALVING continued from page A1 “Nutrition plays a large role in the duration of postpartum anestrous intervals, subsequent calving-to-conception intervals and overall pregnancy rate,” Amundson says. “Two- and three-yearolds are most vulnerable to nutritional needs during the last trimester due to continual growth of the dam and the calf in utero.”

“It is important to make sure these females are receiving adequate protein and energy,” she adds.

Lansford and Funston agree, noting cows should receive a diet with 7.9 percent crude protein (CP) and 54 percent total digestible nutrients (TDN).

“During winter months, forage CP and TDN values may fall below this requirement. Therefore, supplementation may be beneficial,” the UNL experts

note. “Previous research has determined 0.31 pounds of supplemental rumen degradable protein per cow per day is adequate to meet cow maintenance requirements overwinter for a Marchcalving herd.”

Producer preparations On the producer side of the equation, calving season preparations may be a little more extensive.

According to Randal and Amundson, producers should start by ensuring their calving facilities are in safe, working order.

“In general, nine to 10 months have passed since calving facilities were last used,” points out Amundson. “Time saving strategies prior to calving include a walk-through of the calving setup, inspecting all gates, pens and alleys for any damaged or broken items and

making sure head catches and lighting are in working order.”

Amundson also notes cleanliness of calving facilities is critical to reduce the spread of disease, and suggests pressure washing or steam cleaning hard surfaces. She also encourages producers to lay down fresh bedding, while storing some close by to keep calves clean, dry and free from infection as they come and go.

Next, the two recommend assembling an obstetrical (OB) kit so producers have their supplies in one mobile and easy-to-access location.

Supplies they advise having on hand include disposable long-sleeve OB gloves, lubricant, paper towels, OB chains or straps and handles, a calf puller, halter and rope, oxytocin or epinephrine, iodine, sterile syringes and needles,

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frozen colostrum or colostrum replacer, an esophageal feeder, electrolytes, eartags and record keeping supplies.

Prior to calving, producers are also encouraged to revisit the stages of parturition and when to intervene, review their calving plans with employees and family members and visit with their veterinarians about proper protocol and a herd health plan.

“A new year brings new opportunities, and each year cow/calf producers look forward to a healthy fresh calf crop,” Amundson concludes. “Implementation of adequate calving facilities and equipment could set the stage for the best year yet, so be proactive and start thinking about calving season now.”

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup.

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SALE RESULTS -FEEDER SPECIAL WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 31 - 5522 HD Thaler Land & L/S 43 Blk Strs 649 281.00/C Ben Mast 30 Blk Strs 675 273.50/C J Reverse J 165 Blk Strs 685 272.00/C Vollman Ranches 264 Blk Strs 717 277.00/C Double S Ranch 10 Blk Strs 725 258.00/C Hardgrass Inc 80 Blk Strs 748 249.00/C Hardgrass Inc 347 Blk Strs 820 248.75/C Billy Evans 32 Blk Strs 765 247.00/C Hardgrass Inc 12 Blk Strs 752 246.00/C David Claus 9 Blk Strs 794 236.00/C Ben Mast 18 Blk/Red Strs 621 283.50/C Thaler Land & L/S 45 Char Strs 661 276.50/C J Reverse J 137 Blk Hfrs 643 261.00/C Jasperson Cattle 42 Blk Hfrs 675 245.00/C LLC Cattle 66 Blk Hfrs 687 242.00/C J Reverse J 25 Blk Hfrs 730 232.00/C LLC Cattle 54 Blk Hfrs 754 227.00/C LLC Cattle 78 Blk Hfrs 803 227.00/C Aaron Sorensen 65 Blk Hfrs 885 223.00/C Warren Ranch Co 3 Blk/Bwf Hfrs 1011 191.00/C Jesse Tabke 12 Blk Str Cf 589 299.00/C Vollman Ranches 88 Blk Str Cf 625 297.50/C J Reverse J 72 Blk Str Cf 587 305.50/C Joey Morava 30 Blk Str Cf 585 306.00/C Deer Track Ranch 5 Blk Str Cf 473 352.00/C Kal Herring 9 Blk Hfr Cf 329 357.50/C Kal Herring 21 Blk Hfr Cf 372 337.00/C Kennedy Ranch 18 Blk Hfr Cf 399 325.00/C Circle B Cattle 20 Blk Hfr Cf 381 317.50/C Dennis Isakson 10 Blk Hfr Cf 464 312.00/C Luke Davis 12 Blk Hfr Cf 517 304.00/C J & D Cattle 46 Blk Hfr Cf 536 294.00/C Ben Mast 12 Blk Hfr Cf 562 289.00/C Bill Owens 46 Blk/Red Hfr Cf 485 306.00/C

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OBITUARIES Bobette Kay "Bobbi" Brown Barrasso

July 20, 1953 – Jan. 24, 2024

Bobette Kay (Bobbi) Brown Barrasso died on Jan. 24, following a heroic two-year battle with a Glioblastoma brain tumor.

She remained optimistic and courageous to the very end. She left the Earth looking forward to being with her parents and God in heaven. She leaves behind her daughter Hadley, her husband John and faithful friends far and wide.

Bobbi was born in Thermopolis on July 20, 1953 to Robert and Jeralyn Brown.

She was raised with a love of God, family and country. Her father was the Thermopolis postmaster and her mother’s family owned and operated the Wigwam Bakery.

Bobbi was a success in everything she attempted due to hard work and a positive attitude.

At Hot Springs County High School, she won the Youth Citizenship Award given by the Soroptimist Club. The scholarship is based on “service, dependability, leadership, goals and good citizenship in the home, school and community.” That defines Bobbi’s life.

She learned to make her own clothing and was a talented seamstress. Her homemade wardrobe won her statewide acclaim, being named “Miss Make It Yourself With Wool” by the Wyoming Wool Growers Association.

At the University of Wyoming (UW), Bobbi

was a joiner and a doer.

She was a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority where she served as the vice president for moral advancement and later as sorority president.

She was crowned University Homecoming Queen her senior year and graduated with a degree in speech pathology.

After college, Bobbi was off to Washington, D.C. for five years as a member of the Wallop Senate Team.

Bobbi returned to Wyoming and managed the successful campaign by Thermopolis’ Stan Smith for Wyoming State Treasurer.

She then moved to Jackson where she made ends meet by working one job at the Jackson Chamber of Commerce and another selling ads for the Jackson Hole Guide.

Bobbi loved policy, politics and public service.

As a result, she moved to Casper as the assistant director of the Wyoming Heritage Society and Foundation. From there, it was back to Laramie to attend and graduate from the UW School of Law. She worked her way through law school by serving as house mother of her

beloved Pi Beta Phi sorority.

Bobbi’s commitment and service to Wyoming continued when she began working for Congressman and then Sen. Craig Thomas. She served as his state director until the time of his death in 2007.

The high point in Bobbi’s life was the birth of her daughter Hadley Brown Bryans. From that day forward, Hadley was the apple of her mother’s eye and the center of her universe.

Bobbi was always there for school performances and sports activities. Whenever a parent volunteer was needed, Bobbi was first to raise her hand.

Bobbi lived the life described in Isaiah 6:8. In this verse, the Lord asks, “Whom shall I send?”

Bobbi was always first to respond “Here I am.

Send me.”

Bobbi’s commitment to her faith, her family and her community never wavered.

She always saw herself as a caregiver. She was also a doer and a goer. She chaired the Wyoming Symphony Orchestra board and organized concerts on the top of Casper Mountain.

She was active in P.E.O. and was an early participant

in Leadership Wyoming.

In 2003, Bobbi was diagnosed with breast cancer. Following surgery, radiation, chemo and complete recovery, she intensified her promotion of early detection and early treatment.

Bobbi played an instrumental role in the Angels Program in Casper for cancer patients. She went on to become a founding member of the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative.

On Jan. 1, 2008, Bobbi married John Barrasso in Thermopolis. They became a family of five with Hadley, Peter and Emma. As Senator and Mrs. Barrasso, John and Bobbi crisscrossed Wyoming and places beyond, sharing the beauty and philosophy of the Cowboy State.

Bobbi made lifelong friends wherever she went.

She was active in Washington, D.C. with the senate spouses, helped organize the First Lady’s lunch and loved her time as president of the International Neighbors Club One. In spite of being friends with presidents and world leaders, Bobbi was most happy at home in Wyoming. She loved every corner of the state and all of the

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Bobbi will be forever remembered for being vibrant, attractive and brilliant. She fought her cancer with Wyoming tenacity, grit and grace.

She is survived by her younger brother Mike and many loving cousins.

The family is forever grateful to the remarkable friends and compassionate caregivers who surrounded Bobbi in her final months.

Special thanks to Mel Kraft and her entire dedicated care team at Mel’s Helping Hands.

Bobbi’s family is also eternally grateful for the enduring friendship of Rebecca Sedar, Susan Anderson, Linda Nix, Mitzi Knapp, Vicki Berger, Trudi Holthouse, Laurie Heath and Judy Murray.

Finally, Bobbi was blessed to benefit from the care, comfort and compassion provided by Central Wyoming Hospice.

Services were held on Feb. 3 at Highland Park Community Church in Casper. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wyoming Breast Cancer Initiative and Central Wyoming Hospice and Transitions.

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BULLS Lewton, Lonnie - Ten Sleep 1 BLk Bull, 2090# ................... $11450 1 Blk Bull, 1990# ....................$10900 Van Heule, James - Thermopolis 1 Blk Bull, 1545# ....................$10650 BRED COWS Stulc Farms LLC - Basin 22 Blk Bred Cows ........... $2160/Hd. 5 Blk Bred Cows ............. $1725/Hd. COWS Weber, Layne - Riveton 1 Blk Cow, 1445# ...................$10300

Denniston, Gerald - Basin 1 SimX Cow, 1750# ...............$10250 2 Blk Cows, avg. 1435# ...........$9900 Johnson & Schuebel Farms - Cody 1 Blk Cow, 1310# ...................$10100 2 Blk Cows, avg. 1460# ...........$9600 Stulc Farms - Basin 1 Blk Bull, 1200# ....................$10000 Bodtke, Dale - Ten Sleep 1 Blk Cow, 1225# .....................$9900 1 Blk Cow, 1300# .....................$9700 Hutcheson, Tom - Meeteetse 2 Blk Cows, avg. 1463# ...........$9900

1 Blk Cow, 1590# .....................$9900 1 Blk Cow, 1230# .....................$9400 1 Red Cow, 1235# ...................$9100 Schuebel Land & Livestock - Cody 2 Blk Cows, avg. 1235# ...........$9750 Friesen, Travis - Basin 1 Blk Cow, 1340# .....................$9700 Carter Cattle Co. - Ten Sleep 1 Blk Cow, 1305# .....................$8400 Jones, Stanley - Otto 1 DairyX Cow, 1140# ...............$8300 Tharp, Steven - Worland 1 DariyX Cow, 1110#................$7900

Consignments • Monday, February 12 • Feeder Special

Mike Peterson – 65 mixed black, 500-600#.

Doug Fabricius – 40 mixed black, 500-600#.

Kenny & Karl Pierce – 30 mixed black, two rounds of shots, poured, weaned 40 days.

Fish Creek Flying W Ranch – 130 black steers, 55 black heifers, 450-650#, two rounds of shots, weaned Nov. 10.

Jacob Nicholas – 125 mixed black, 500-650#, two rounds of shots, high elevation, weaned Oct. 25.

Curtis Abraham – 80 mixed BWF, two rounds of shots, fed hay & pulp, weaned.

Thursday, February 15 Bred Cow Special w/ All Class Cattle, Sheep & Goat

Fox Ranch – 75 black bred heifers, one iron, high elevation, first round of ScourGuard + breeding shots, calve Feb. 25 for 45 days, bred to LBW Ward Angus bulls.

Wes Baumstark – Suffolk HampX breeding buck, 5 years old.

Clinton Finlayson – 6 black pairs: 5 three-year-olds, 1 six-year-old.

Aaron Sorensen – 100 3 YO black bred cows, second calvers, calve March 20, bred to black bulls.

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Local services provide rural healthcare options for Wyoming residents For years, rural America has faced issues of affordable and accessible healthcare, creating barriers which limit their ability to obtain the care they need.

“Access to healthcare implies healthcare services are available and obtainable in a timely manner, yet rural residents often encounter barriers to healthcare access,” states the Rural Health Research Center (RHRC). “Even when an adequate supply of healthcare services exists in the community, there are other factors which may impede healthcare access.”

For instance, to have healthcare access, rural residents must also have financial means to pay for services, reach and use services and the ability to take paid time off of work to use such services.

In addition, the RHRC stated rural residents need to feel confident with their healthcare provider and trust they can use the services without compromising privacy and will receive quality care.

Rural healthcare systems are fragile, and in many cases, when one facility closes or a provider leaves, it can impact trust, care and access impacting the entire community.

Healthcare issues are no stranger for Wyoming residents and have been the

topic of conversation over the years for state leaders.

Community programs The Wyoming Center on Aging (WyCOA) at the University of Wyoming established the Healthier Wyoming initiative in 2022, which empowers all Wyoming residents to take charge of their health through the use of a comprehensive statewide directory of chronic disease prevention and management resources.

The Healthier Wyoming initiative is offered in partnership with the Wyoming Department of Health’s Chronic Disease Prevention Program and WyCOA. According to the Healthier Wyoming website, the service provides residents with resources on evidencebased programs, which are based on rigorous research and are available across Wyoming.

These programs include diabetes prevention and self-management, chronic disease management, heart disease prevention and resources on aging – all designed to educate and empower participants to take control of their healthcare and live their best.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Diabetes Statistics 2020 Report states, “One in three adults in Wyoming has

prediabetes, and 84 percent do not know they have it.”

But, Healthier Wyoming can help individuals with diabetes find a prevention program in their area.

WyCOA also offers residents Healthy U, a free sixweek program designed to help participants manage chronic health conditions.

Healthier Wyoming also provides evidence-based programs, particularly relevant for older Wyoming residents, who have two to three times higher rates of chronic disease compared to national averages.

Healthcare options Wyoming residents have been faced with healthcare challenges for years, and in the 1980s, Bob Price, Michelle Ferguson and U.S. Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) came together to establish Wyoming Health Fairs (WHF) in 1984.

WHF celebrated its 40th anniversary, providing accessible and affordable healthcare screenings to residents of Wyoming in an effort to provide awareness to Wyoming communities and support providers no matter where an individual is on their wellness journey.

Paul Nash, director of client relations for WHF, states, “WHF strives to bring traditional and innovative wellness solutions to Wyoming communities

to achieve the very best outcome at the lowest cost possible.”

“Over the years, the organization has expanded to accommodate corporate wellness programs, along with the growing demand for our services from the community members,” he explains. “WHF has added offices in Cheyenne, Laramie, Riverton, Torrington and Scottsbluff, Neb. and built a fleet of 12 vehicles which travel across the region.”

There are numerous services available through WHF, including an expanded list of low-cost screenings which include blood chemistry panel, hemoglobin, prostate-specific antigen, vitamins, thyroid, blood type, testosterone, arthritis, celiac, hepatitis, SAR-CoV-2 antibodies and ferritin, among many others.

He continues, “In 2023, WHF introduced a new test, the Lipoprotein-Associated Phospholipase, which helps predict risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke.”

WHF offers yearly health fairs and weekly or

monthly screenings across Wyoming with additional blood screening in various towns on a scheduled basis.

Stress assistance The agriculture community faces unique challenges and may find themselves impacted by natural disasters, low commodity prices, disease, labor shortages and drought.

“These stressors can weigh heavily on producers and even their family members,” states Wyoming 211 Resource Database and Agricultural Specialist Nichole Coyne. “To help farmers and ranchers in coping with the stress and demands unique to their industry, Wyoming 211 has partnered with the Wyoming Department of Agriculture and the Farm and Ranch Stress Assistance Network to provide information and referral to resources and services to assist farmers and ranchers in need of support or assistance.”

The AgriStress Helpline for Wyoming is a resource for farmers and ranchers to reach out to trained professionals and get the assistance they need, while provid-

ing access to care to a vital population that often holds their burdens and worries in silence.

Coyne continues, “The ultimate goal of Wyoming 211 is to improve the health and welfare of Wyoming’s citizens by connecting them to appropriate services.

Wyoming 211 can be used directly by consumers as well as by service providers and case managers for referral information. Wyoming 211 is available for anyone in Wyoming.”

Over the years, Wyoming’s healthcare industry has deeply relied on federal funding to support an array of healthcare services. However, lawmakers will continue to support healthcare programs during the legislature’s 2024 budget session set to begin next month.

Look for future articles in the Wyoming Livestock Roundup on the 2024 Legislature budget report impacting Wyoming healthcare.

Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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UW continued from page A1 officer at the controlled environment agriculture company Plenty, received this award for his transfor-

mative work in agricultural technoldogies.

Storey’s pioneering efforts in developing sus-

tainable, scalable vertical farming systems represent a quantum leap in food production methodologies.

His work, characterized by a blend of innovation and practical application,

has led to numerous patents and the launch of successful startups, showcasing the university’s commitment to addressing global challenges through innovation.

UW Exemplary Research Culture Award The UW Exemplary Research Culture Award is awarded to the department with the highest per-faculty research expenditures and innovation portfolio.

The Department of Molecular Biology, under the stewardship of Department Head Jay Gatlin, was recognized for outstanding achievements in fostering a research-intensive environment where collaboration, innovation and academic excellence thrive.

The department’s impressive per-faculty research expenditures and its vibrant innovation portfolio underscore its pivotal role in advancing molecular biology research and education.

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ment of Animal Science and Dan Wall from the Department of Molecular Biology were honored.

“This annual celebration underscores UW’s dedication to advancing knowledge, fostering innovation and making significant contributions to society through research.

The achievements of this year’s awardees and honorees reflect the university’s commitment to excellence and its role as a leader in academic and research pursuits,” says UW President Ed Seidel.

“Tonight’s celebration is a testament to the spirit of discovery which thrives at UW,” Seidel adds. “Each awardee and honoree embodies our commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge and innovation to benefit the state and people of Wyoming.”

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Scholarship announced The Raymond Ansotegui family, in partnership with the Montana Stockgrowers Foundation (MSF), is accepting applications for the Dr. Raymond “Ray” Ansotegui Overeducated Cowboy Scholarships, formed in memory of its namesake who passed away on March 2, 2023, after a seven-year battle with Alzheimer’s.

Ansotegui was an ambassador to the cowboy way of life. He supported the future of ranching research and was always instilling confidence into youth who would become the next generation of cattlewomen and men.

After his passing, the Ansotegui family established a memorial fund through MSF to honor Ray’s passion of combining education and the ranching lifestyle.

Applicants must be seeking a profession in the field of animal husbandry, demonstrate a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 and be a member of Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA) or have at least one parent/guardian who is a member.

Applicants must complete the online application form, include a copy of their current transcript and write a 250 to 600 word essay.

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Research Service Award is for a faculty or staff member who has made major contributions to UW’s research services and infrastructure.

In a tribute to a lifetime of dedication, Professor Greg Brown, formerly of the Department of Botany, was recognized for an illustrious career marked by his impact on botanical research and his unwavering commitment to enhancing the university’s research infrastructure.

His contributions, spanning decades, have not only enriched the academic community, but also have laid a strong foundation for future research endeavors at the university, Chitnis says.

Additional honorees In addition to these awards, the university honored faculty members recognized by their respective colleges for their contributions to UW’s research and innovation landscape.

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SALES Feb. 7

Submit your events to: Editor, Wyoming Livestock Roundup, P.O. Box 850, Casper, WY, 82602, or e-mail to roundup@wylr.net.

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Wyoming State Board of Control Meeting, 1 p.m., Herschler Building, Cheyenne. For more information, contact Cheryl Timm at cheryl.timm@wyo.gov or call 307-777-6899.

Nebraska Extension Calculating Cow Costs Webinar, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu or call 308-235-3122.

University of Wyoming Extension Big Horn County Private Pesticide Applicator Education Program, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Big Horn County Weed and Pest, Greybull. For more information, visit uwyoextension.org.

University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources Farm Credit Services of America Presentation, 12-1 p.m., Room 103, University of Wyoming Animal Science Building, Laramie. For more information, visit uwyo.edu/uwag/index.html.

University of Wyoming Extension Goshen County Private Pesticide Applicator Education Program, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Platte Valley Bank, Torrington. For more information, contact Amy Smith at asmit207@uwyo.edu or call 307-532-2436.

Wyoming Livestock Board Public Meeting, 8 a.m., Zoom. For more information, visit wlsb.state.wy.us.

University of Wyoming Extension Park County Private Pesticide Applicator Education Program, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Homesteader Hall, Park County Fairgrounds, Powell. For more information, visit uwyoextension.org.

48th Annual Fremont County Farm and Ranch Days, 9 a.m.-2:45 p.m., Fremont Center, Riverton. For more information, contact Chance Marshall at cmarsha1@uwyo.edu, call 307-332-1019 or visit wyoextension.org/fremontcounty/.

Nebraska Extension Calculating Cow Costs Webinar, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu or call 308-235-3122.

Crook and Weston County Black Hills National Forest Land Use Plan Revision Assessment Open House, 6-8 p.m., Crook County Courthouse, Sundance. For more information, call 307-283-4550.

University of Wyoming Extension Niobrara County Private Pesticide Applicator Education Program, 8 a.m.-12 p.m., Niobrara County Extension Office, Lusk. For more information, contact the Niobrara County Extension Office at 307-334-3534.

University of Wyoming Extension Johnson County Private Pesticide Applicator Education Program, 12-4 p.m., Fairgrounds Community Building, Buffalo. For more information, contact Micah Most at mmost@uwyo.edu or call 307-684-7522.

Nebraska Extension Calculating Cow Costs Webinar, 6:30-7:30 p.m. For more information, contact Aaron Berger at aberger2@unl.edu or call 308-235-3122.

Ranching in the West Seminar Series: Ranching Collaboratively, Casper College, Casper. For more information and to register, visit uwyo.edu/uwag/rmal.

University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources Career Fair, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., University of Wyoming Conference Center, Laramie. For more information, visit uwyo.edu/uwag/index.html.

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Durbin Creek Ranch 12th Annual Bull Sale, Big Horn Basin Livestock Auction, Worland, 307-867-2404, durbincreekranch.com Ludvigson Stock Farms Big Sky Bull Sale, Diamond Y Development Center, Park City, Mont., 406-601-9192, 406-696-6509, 712-577-0445, ludvigsonstockfarms.com Booth’s Cherry Creek Angus 51st Annual “Progress Through Performance” Bull Sale, at the ranch, Veteran, 307-534-5865, 307-532-1805, 307532-1532, boothscherrycreekranch.com Powder River Angus Annual Bull Sale, Buffalo Livestock Marketing, Buffalo, 307-680-7359, 307-680-8266, powderriverangus.com Flying M Angus Sixth Annual Bull Sale, Wright Agricultural Complex, Wright, 307-660-5755 Fawcett’s Elm Creek Ranch Annual Production Sale, at the ranch, Ree Heights, S.D., 605-870-0161, 605-870-6172, fawcettselmcreekranch.com Pilakowski Angus Annual Performance Tested Bull Sale, Lightning Valley Ranch, Arthur, Neb., 308-249-0885, pilakowskiangus.com Big Sky Salers 40th Annual Salers Focus Bull Sale, Stockmen’s Livestock, Dickinson, ND, 406-557-6259 G Bar H Genetics Angus Bull Sale, Torrington Livestock Market, Torrington, 307-575-5520, 307-575-0373 Jindra Angus 24th Annual Production Sale, Bull Center, Clarkson, Neb., 402-920-3171, jindraangus.com Mosher Farm Absolute Auction, The Sagebursh, Kimball, Neb., 308-5329300, lashleyland.com Rees Brothers Annual Production Sale, at the ranch, Morgan, Utah, 801668-8613, 801-949-8960, 801-913-5747, reescattle.com Hoffman Ranch Spring Bull Sale, at the ranch, Thedford, Neb., 308-6452279, 530-604-5096, 406-425-0859, hoffmanranch.com Lewis Brothers Angus 44th Annual Bull Sale, St. Onge Livestock Auction, St. Onge, S.D., 605-391-2044, 605-391-7090, grandviewangus.com Redland Redbank Angus Second Annual Live Auction, Big Horn Basin Livestock Auction, Worland, 307-250-1548 Domek Charolais Bull Sale, at the ranch, Wibaux, Mont., 406-795-2618, 701-872-6331, domekcharolais.com Weaver Ranch 39th Annual Production Sale, at the ranch, Fort Collins, Colo., 970-568-3898

POSTCARD from the Past

Compiled by Dick Perue rrichardperue@gmail.com

The Grouch The Great Creator, in His wisdom, created many men of many minds and temperaments knowing if the sons of men were alike in wishes and desires it would lead to unending strife.

He created well, for man is the noblest work of God. But in some way, there crept into the world a creature God did not create – a thing self-made – be it male or female, which is hated, despised and abhorred. A thing self-created, self-pitied and abnormally self-loved.

This self-created creature is the chronic grouch which walks here and there in every town and community searching for happiness so he may destroy it. Flowers and children, because they represent beauty and love, he detests. He reads as he runs all men are liars and all women are creatures of evil.

In summer, he reviles the bright sunshine and hates the green hills. In winter, he reviles the cleansing snow and the purifying frost. The bitterness of gall and wormwood is within his heart.

Children flee from him, and his wife can be classed among the martyrs. Men shun him, and the world hates him. From an early age, he walked this Earth spreading unhappiness and unbelief – a maker of evil and discord.

Let us throw the X-ray of self-examination into our own hearts and search out the little microbe which has a tendency to multiply and produce, in time, the hated grouch. There is too much love and sunshine in this old world of ours to spoil it with the canker of selfishness.

Thus are the words of wisdom from an editorial in the Jan. 14, 1915 issue of The Saratoga Sun. As this writer searched for an image to accompany this article, he discovered the Wyoming Newspaper Project website listed 3,270 mentions of “grouch” in Wyoming newspapers from 1849 until the 1960s.

Following is an article in the June 30, 1915 issue of The Kemmerer Camera that I just couldn’t pass up: The Gentleman and The Grouch Stand a gentleman and a grouch side by side, and which will command the greater respect?

Webster says a gentleman is a man of “refined manners and good behavior,” while the grouch is “gruff and morose.”

It’s easy for any man to be a gentleman, and he has much to gain and nothing to lose.

It is equally easy to be a grouch, with everything to lose and nothing to gain.

The gentleman has many friends but few enemies, while a grouch has many enemies and a few friends.

God smiles upon the gentleman, while the devil smiles at the grouch.

Life is bright to the gentleman, while the grouch it is full of gall.

Be a gentleman if you can, but don’t be a grouch.

Dangerous as Dynamite The average “grouch” is as dangerous to human life as a ton of dynamite. It breaks up families by causing quarrels at the breakfast table. It makes partners fight and brings on bankruptcy. It has started as many men on the road to ruin as whisky.

Thus proclaims an article in the March 1, 1909 issue of The Laramie Republican.

A weekly editorial cartoon in many Wyoming newspapers in the early 1920s was “The Ole Grouch.” This illustration appeared in the Wyoming State Journal of Lander on Oct. 24, 1924. From the Wyoming Newspaper Project website. Historical Reproductions by Perue

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LIVE CATTLE FUTURES

MARKETS

SETT PRICE

Month

Compiled from USDA Market News Service information and other sources

Location Volume

Steers Heifers

PAYS 1-31

400-500 600-700 700-800 Over 800 Sltr Bull UnUnder 400FOR THE500-600 WEEK ENDING May 24, Sltr 2019 Cows

305-365 2685 227.50-322.50

Centennial 1-26

270-330

Crawford 1-26 3134

292.50-345

318-342.50 266-311

282-334 236-298

232.50-295 228-266

273

252.50-277.50 235-246

259 215-227

281-322.50 250-317

262-310 231-310.50

247-309 249-283

233-256 215-240

231-273 220-237

184-225 204-217.50

223.50-243 210.50

Riverton 1-30 249

Stock Cows Pairs

92-121 67.50-103.50

94-187

108-130 80-110

$1500-$2275

106-120.50 75-111.50

382 310-337

337-372 297-320

298-337 272-309

268-297 239-263

240-277 227-231

238-248.75 219-227

108-121 89-120

St. Onge 1-26 3495

336-350 318-312.50

306-359 272.50-327

271-324 246-309

267.25-299 275.50-290

255-263.50

246.75

109-161 89-130

Big Horn Basin 2-1 92 Billings 2-1 1097

310-350 292.50-320

Buffalo

No Report

290-342.50 295-300

289-331 255-268

255-272 220-244

254 216-244

215

PAYS

Volume

177.73 180.70 177.60 177.58 181.63

179.75 183.18 181.13 181.20 185.15

+2.02 +2.48 +3.53 +3.62 +3.52

SETT PRICE

Month

Week Prev

This Week

Change

238.17 243.93 249.25 263.80 266.60

244.88 250.53 255.70 270.58 272.85

+6.71 +6.60 +6.45 +6.78 +6.25

MARCH APRIL MAY AUGUST SEPTEMBER

WHEAT FUTURES $1700-$2675

106.50-109 79-103

$1725-$2160

95-122 79-113

96-191.50

SETT PRICE

Month

Week Prev

This Week

6.12 6.22 6.27 6.37

6.01 6.09 6.14 6.23

MARCH MAY JULY SEPTEMBER

1308

St. Onge

No Report

-0.11 -0.13 -0.13 -0.14

SETT PRICE

Feeder Lambs

Slaughter Lambs

Slaughter Ewes

Stock Ewes

Slaughter Bucks

Week Prev

This Week

4.52 4.61 4.69 4.73

4.47 4.58 4.66 4.71

MARCH MAY JULY SEPTEMBER

Change -0.05 -0.03 -0.03 -0.02

OATS FUTURES

No Report

Centennial

Change

CORN FUTURES Month

WEEKLY SHEEP AUCTIONS Auction

Change

FEEDER CATTLE FUTURES

112-125.50 92-132.50

Torrington 1-31 9216

This Week

FEBRUARY APRIL JUNE AUGUST OCTOBER

FOR THE WEEK ENDING FEBRUARY 2, 2024 WEEKLY CATTLE AUCTIONS

Week Prev

SETT PRICE 138-290

Daily Grower Bids Region Price US #2 Yellow Corn Southeast WY 4.0725-4.3725 US #1 HRWW Southeast WY 5.3075-5.4575 US #1 Black Beans Min-Dak 40/cwt US #1 Dark Red Kidney Beans Min-Dak 41-43/cwt #1 Great Northern Beans Den-Rate 42/cwt US #1 Light Red Kidney Beans Min-Dak 41-43/cwt #1 Pea (Navy) Beans Min-Dak 30/cwt US #1 Pinto Beans Den Rate 38/cwt Min-Dak 37-40/cwt Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Torrington Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Greeley, CO National Sheep Summary As of January 26, 2024 Compared to last week traditional slaughter lambs and others 10.00-30.00 higher, except at San Angelo, TX fully 20.00 lower.

Slaughter ewes firm to 10.00 higher. No comparison on feeder lambs. At San Angelo, TX 6,463 head sold. Equity Cooperative Auction sold 460 feeder lambs and 285 slaughter ewes in Utah.

Western Video sold 3780 feeder lambs in California, 500 feeder lambs in Idaho, 1,000 slaughter lambs in Oregon and 250 slaughter ewes in Utah. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs not tested. 4,129 lamb carcasses traded with no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unless specified.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3 San Angelo: wooled and shorn 100-150 lbs 185.00-240.00; 150-160 lbs 202.00-240.00.

Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 100-130 lbs 175.00-200.00; 155-200 lbs 170.00-205.00.

South Dakota: wooled and shorn 100-120 lbs 195.00-245.00; 150-160 lbs 156.00-175.00.

Billings: wooled and shorn 105-140 lbs 176.00-224.00.

Equity Coop: no sales.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2 San Angelo: hair 40-60 lbs 302.00-326.00; 60-70 lbs 288.00320.00; 70-80 lbs 270.00-300.00, few 308.00; 80-90 lbs 246.00-285.00, few 290.00-292.00; 90-100 lbs 220.00-260.00. wooled and shorn 90-110 lbs 232.00-242.00.

Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 60-70 lbs 245.00-250.00; 70-80 lbs 237.50-246.00; 82 lbs 230.00; 90-100 lbs 220.00-242.50. hair 50-60 lbs 255.00-282.50; 60-70 lbs 245.00-267.50; 70-80 lbs 250.00-262.50; 82 lbs 250.00; 90-100 lbs 230.00-240.00.

South Dakota: wooled and shorn 60-70 lbs 280.00-285.00; 88 lbs 265.00; 90-100 lbs 260.00-280.00. hair 79 lbs 260.00; 80-90 lbs 250.00-260.00; 94 lbs 250.00.

Billings: wooled and shorn 50-60 lbs 265.00-266.00; 60-70 lbs 235.00-252.50; 70-80 lbs 241.00-267.50; 80-90 lbs 240.00-249.00; 90-100 lbs 228.00-237.00. hair 67 lbs 260.00; 82 lbs 250.00.

Slaughter Ewes San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) hair 70.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 90.00, hair 92.00-101.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 84.0090.00, hair 96.00-116.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 78.00, hair 80.00-100.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) hair 62.00; Cull 1 no test.

Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 72.50-127.50; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 72.50-127.50; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test.

South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 65.00-100.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 79.00-100.00, hair 80.00-105.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 45.00-65.00; Cull 1 10.00-30.00.

Billings: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 83.00-85.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 82.00-94.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 71.00-88.00; Cull 1 47.50-57.50.

Equity Coop: UT: 285: Utility and Good 1-3 82.00 for current delivery.

Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2 San Angelo: hair 39 lbs 325.00; 40-50 lbs 310.00-326.00; 50-60 lbs 300.00-320.00.

Ft. Collins: no test.

South Dakota: 50-60 lbs 253.00-261.00, few 305.00; 60-70 lbs

53-165

42.50-160

239.00-263.00; 70-80 lbs 235.00-253.00, few 305.00; 80-90 lbs 221.00-259.00, few 305.00; 90-100 lbs 207.00-224.00; 110-120 lbs 172.00-185.00. hair 52 lbs 310.00; 64 lbs 300.00; 83 lbs 230.00.

Billings: 60-70 lbs 241.00-250.00; 79 lbs 235.00; 90 lbs 230.00; 100-110 lbs 217.50-226.00; 116 lbs 214.00; 120-125 lbs 196.00212.00.

Equity Coop: UT: 830: 130 lbs 196.00; 105 lbs 221.00.

Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2 San Angelo: hair ewe lambs 80 lbs 290.00/cwt; young hair 90110 lbs 150.00-167.00/cwt.

Ft. Collins: no test.

South Dakota: bred yearlings 150.00-250.00/head; bred young 160.00-235.00/head; bred aged 130.00-187.50/head.

Billings: middle age 180 lbs 85.80/cwt.

Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 35,000 compared with 33,000 last week and 32,000 last year.

Source: USDA AMS Market News, San Angelo, Texas National Wool Review As of January 26, 2024 Domestic wool trading had no confirmed trades reported this week. Prices reflect trades FOB warehouse in original bag or square pack, bellies out, some graded, and 76 mm or longer.

No allowance made for coring, freight, or handling fees at the warehouse level to reflect net grower prices. Wools shorter than 75 mm typically discounted .10-.20 clean. Classed and skirted wools usually trade at a .10-.20 premium to original bag prices.

Australian Wool Exchange Clean Del Price Change from 75-85 Percent Micron US Grade in U.S. Dollars Previous Sale of Australia 17 > 80s 5.67 (0.09) 4.25-4.82 18 80s 5.00 (0.02) 3.75-4.25 19 70-80s 4.44 (0.06) 3.33-3.77 20 64-70s 4.17 (0.02) 3.13-3.54 21 64s 4.09 0.00 3.07-3.48 22 62s 4.03 0.00 3.02-3.43 23 60-62s -----------------------24 60s -----------------------25 58s 2.35 0.03 1.76-1.99 26 56-58s 1.82 0.11 1.37-1.55 28 54s 1.22 0.02 0.91-1.04 30 50s 1.14 0.01 0.85-0.97 32 46-48s 1.04 0.01 0.78-0.88 Merino Clippings 2.26 (0.01) 1.70-1.92 Source: USDA- CO Dept of Ag Market News Service, Greeley, CO Wyoming Hay Summary As of February 1, 2024 Compared to last week hay sold steady on a thin test. Demand was light. Most contacts still have ample tons of hay sitting in hay sheds, tarped or outside waiting for someone to call and purchase their inventory. Some locals continue to purchase some hay on a weekly basis. With the sell off beef cows across the state the last couple of years has taken many mouths off the winter feeding needs so cattlemen haven’t needed much hay to buy. Every year has been different and this one is rather odd in the limited hay that has been sold from the 2023 hay crop.

Eastern Wyoming Alfalfa Pellets 15% Suncured 360 Western Wyoming Alfalfa - Premium Small Square 300 Small Square 3 Tie 300 Alfalfa - Good/Premium Small Square 270 Alfalfa - Good Large Square 3x4 180 Alfalfa - Fair Large Square 3x4 150 Alfalfa Cubes 400 Alfalfa/Grass Mix - Utility Large Square 3x4 110 Alfalfa/Orchard Mix - Premium Small Square 285-300 Timothy Grass - Good/Premium Small Square 270 Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News Torrington

Month

Week Prev

This Week

Change

3.64 3.59 3.58 3.61

3.84 3.75 3.73 3.78

+0.20 +0.16 +0.15 +0.17

MARCH MAY JULY SEPTEMBER

SOYBEAN FUTURES SETT PRICE

Month

Week Prev

This Week

12.23 12.30 12.37 12.25

12.03 12.14 12.24 12.14

MARCH MAY JULY AUGUST

Change -0.20 -0.16 -0.13 -0.11

CUTOUT VALUES CUTOUT VALUES PRIMAL RIB PRIMAL CHUCK PRIMAL ROUND PRIMAL LOIN

This Week

Prior Week

Last Year

295.10 465.74 254.02 239.24 385.15

288.25 461.06 245.38 231.38 379.41

271.19 457.36 216.49 213.25 374.42

5 AREA WEEKLY WEIGHTED CATTLE PRICE Live Steer Live Heifer Dressed Steer Dressed Heifer

This Week

Prior Week

Last Year

174.55 175.05 276.87 276.80

173.76 174.18 273.89 273.69

155.25 155.49 247.72 247.37

Nebraska Hay Summary As of February 1, 2024 Compared to last week alfalfa and grass hay sold steady. Ground and delivered hay and alfalfa pellets steady. Demand was mostly light to instances moderate on round and large squares with good demand for small square bales. Ho-hum on the hay market this month. Not really a lot of interest from prospective buyers as of now. Many sellers thought the snow would make a difference and buyers would be knocking the door down for a load of hay. That hasn’t been the case this year.

Central Nebraska Alfalfa - Good Large Round 150 Prairie/Meadow Grass - Premium Large Round 165 Prairie/Meadow Grass - Good Large Round 140-150 Prairie/Meadow Grass - Utility/Fair Large Round 100 120 Soybean Large Round Eastern Nebraska Alfalfa - Premium Small Square 11/bale Alfalfa Pellets 17% Suncured 330 Brome Grass - Good Small Square 12-14/bale Wheat Straw Small Square 5.50/bale Platte Valley Nebraska Alfalfa - Good Large Round 160 Alfalfa Ground (Delivered) 205 Pellets 17% Dehyd 375 Pellets 17% Suncured 375 Corn Stalk Ground (Delivered) 115 Western Nebraska Alfalfa - Premium/Supreme Large Square 3x4 200 Alfalfa - Fair/Good Large Square 3x4 140 Alfalfa Ground (Delivered) 150-180 Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Kearny, NE

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2024 Pedigree Stage Stop Race draws top-tier mushers from around the world

G BAR H GENETICS ANGUS BULL SALE

The 29th Pedigree Stage Stop Race kicked off in Jackson Hole on Jan. 26 with opening ceremonies, and spectators witnessed 15 mushers and their powerful dog sled teams complete the opening stage of the race.

The Pedigree Stage Stop Race is one of the most prestigious races of its kind, nevertheless one of the hardest due to the length, elevation and weather.

The race takes participants through some of the most picturesque scenery, while showcasing the unique collaboration between a musher and their team of dogs.

This premier “stage” format sled dog race is hosted by local communities, and teams competed for $165,000 in prize money and the elusive title of Stage Stop Champion.

Mushing teams from the U.S., Canada and Europe participated in the nine-day event, covering 30 to 35 miles per day on an out-and-back course, with each stage having its own challenge.

The Pedigree Stage Stop Race consists of seven individual stages, and teams travel through seven mountain ranges of Western Wyoming and Idaho on national forest lands trails.

Mushers traveled to Teton County for the first stage of the race before traveling to Lander to run stage two, then making their way to Pinedale to

complete stage three.

Teams from across the world weaved their way through Big Piney and Marbleton, completing stage stop four, later moving to the stage stop five in Kemmerer, regrouping in Alpine to run stage stop six, then on to Driggs, Idaho to compete in the last stage of the race on Feb. 3.

Stage stops Remy Coste of France, a rookie to the event, won stage one and recorded the fastest time by completing the 29 mile out-and-back course in record time.

Coste bested defending five-time champion Anny Malo of Quebec, Canada by six minutes and 16 seconds, and third place finisher Michael Tetzner finished 13 minutes 58 seconds behind Coste. Laura Bontrager and Cathy Rivest finished fourth and fifth respectively.

According to the Wyoming Stage Stop website, “Coste ran an eight-dog team, Malo a 10-dog team and Tetzner ran 12 dogs in his team. Mushers can enter 16 dogs in their pool and can run a maximum of 12 dogs on any given day.”

Defending champion Malo won stage two, held Jan. 28 in Lander at the Louis Lake Trailhead in the South Pass area of the Wind River Mountain Range.

Malo shaved four and a half minutes off of the slight six minute lead Coste gained during stage one,

Courtesy photo

and Michael Tetzner, hailing from Burg, Germany, remained in third place overall, with Laura Bontrager from Newberry, Mich. and Cathy Rivest of Quebec, Canada filling out the top five positions.

The race continues Coste eked out another small lead over Malo on stage three in Pinedale.

The victory gave Coste a slim margin of three minutes going into stage four of the race, held in Big Piney and Marbleton at the Upper

Green River Trailhead on Jan. 30.

“The dual between Coste and Malo is proving to be true knuckle-biter and is capturing the attention of mushing fans worldwide as the Frenchman and the French-Canadian trade blows in the rugged mountains of Western Wyoming,” Race Commentator Sebastian Schuelle says.

“The dual between defending champion Malo and newcomer Coste is a display of two markedly dif-

THE TRADITION CONTINUES

Tuesday, February 13, 2024 • 1 p.m. • Torrington Livestock, Torrington, WY Selling Angus Bulls sired by the best bulls in the breed for Calving Ease, Performance and Carcass Quality

SELLING 55 YEARLING ANGUS BULLS Other sire groups: KR Storm 900, Poss Rawhide, J&J Weighup 294, Hoffman Thedford

View and Bid on dvauction.com Deer Valley High Reward 9718 2 sons

WILKS Regiment 9035 3 sons sell

Boone & Melanie Heiting 307-575-5520

G BAR H GENETICS Kevin & Jackie Nickel 307-575-0373 (cell)

Bill & Dana Haas 307-575-0294 (cell)

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January 31, 2024 - No Sale • February Sale Schedule • February 7 - Feeder Cattle & Replacement Heifer Special • February 9 - Powder River Angus Bull Sale February 14 - Bred Cow Special with Weigh-up Cattle • February 17 - All Class Sheep and Goat Sale February 21 - Tipton Hereford Bull Sale and Feeder Cattle Special • February 22 - Open Consignment Horse Sale February 24 - Kretschman Angus Bull Sale • February 28 - Regular Weigh-up Cattle Sale

To view the consignment lists visit our website: www.buffalolivestockwyo.com

For more information on the Pedigree Stage Stop Sled Dog Race, visit wyomingstagestop.org ferent strategies.”

While Malo has been running 10 dogs each day, leaving six behind on the bench, Coste has been utilizing a two-team strategy, alternating eight dogs each day with all dogs in his pool having a full day off between runs.

There is a similar battle going on for the third place spot as Rivest, Bontrager, Jess Moore of Wyoming and Tetzner are separated by less than 12 minutes in positions three through six.

After another exciting day of racing at the Upper Green River Trailhead near Big Piney, the story remains the same.

Coste and Malo continue

to fight for the lead, as the two top teams are essentially neck-and-neck. Bontrager advanced Rivest to take over the third-position.

All 15 teams converge again at the Ham’s Fork Trailhead at the southern end of the Wyoming Range for Kemmerer’s stage five.

Mushing fans worldwide are anxiously awaiting what transpires on the trails of the final two stage of the race as Malo and Coste go head-to-head, finishing the final leg of the race on Feb. 3 in Driggs, Idaho.

Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

WATER continued from page A2 express their gratitude for the breadth of focus on display at our summer tour and annual meeting.

We have begun planning for the summer tour in the Green River Basin this year, so individuals should keep an eye on the website for more details on the agenda. It’s sure to include discussion of water needs for municipalities, industry and agriculture, as well as how water banking might be structured.

Given this is a budget session for the Wyoming Legislature, we will also be actively watching how numerous projects will be funded by the state. Join

us weekly via Zoom for discussion once the session starts in February.

WWA appreciates our membership, and we are encouraging more participation this year. Please feel free to share any ideas and insights into how water could be better allocated and managed across the state, as well as success stories for different projects.

Future Wyoming generations are depending on us to solve these problems.

Andrew Strike is the president of WWA. This letter was originally published in WWA’s Winter 2024 Wyoming Water Connection Newsletter.

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The

Farmer's

Field

SALE REPORTS McConnell Angus Ranch Annual Bull and Female Sale

BY RON RABOU

Reported By: Curt Cox, WYLR Field Editor Jan. 26, 2024 McConnell Angus Ranch, Dix, Neb. Auctioneer: Matt Lowery 192 Angus Bulls Avg. $8,056 59 Registered Angus Females Avg. $4,021

Someday is Today Just like that, another year has passed and another has taken its place. For many of us, the new year brings a time of reflection and a sense of renewal in the hope for new and better things to come.

As I reflect on the past year and look forward to 2024, I consider myself immensely blessed for a lot of reasons. One of those incredible blessings is being married to an amazing human being. My wife always carries an inspiring positive attitude and outlook with her wherever she goes, under most every circumstance.

Today, as part of the morning routine, I let our two dogs out of their kennels. Like clockwork, they both ran to my wife for some love, tails wagging, as they stood up on their rear legs, clearly loving the attention she gave them.

As she greets them, she exclaims, “Good morning! It’s a brand-new day! Yay!” I’ve heard her say it so many times, but today it struck me as profound. It is a new year. Today is a brand-new day. It’s a time for new beginnings despite what we have going on in our lives, and no matter what has happened in our past. For this, we can be most grateful.

I don’t think it’s a mere coincidence later in the morning, for the first time, I listened to Country Music Star Tanya Tucker sing a song she co-wrote, “Bring My Flowers Now.” There is so much power in the words, I felt it fitting and necessary to share them with all of you.

Bring my flowers now, while I’m livin’.

I won’t need your love when I’m gone.

Don’t spend time, tears or money on my old breathless body, if your heart is in them flowers, bring ‘em on.

All the miles cast a long shadow.

I’d take a couple back if I could.

I’d have learned to play guitar, told my daddy more I loved him, but I believe, for the most part, I done good.

There’s always sunrise and rainbows and babies and the little things I cherish on my way.

Even though one day they’ll bury me and Jesse Ray, I just know we’re gonna ride again someday.

Bring my flowers now, while I’m livin’.

I won’t need your love when I’m gone.

Don’t spend time, tears or money on my old breathless body, well, if your heart is in them flowers, bring ‘em on” The days are long but the years are lightning.

They’re bright and they will never strike again.

I wish I’d been a better friend, a better daughter to my mother, there’s no goin’ back when your back’s against the wind.

So if you got love, then you’re sittin’ on a gold mine, and you can’t take it with you when you go.

So don’t wait to help your sister, forgive your brother and your neighbor, we all think we got the time until we don’t.

Bring my flowers now, while I’m livin’.

I won’t need your love when I’m gone.

Don’t spend time, tears or money on my old breathless body, if your heart is in them flowers, bring ‘em on.

If your heart is in them flowers, bring ‘em on.

I encourage readers to download this song, pause their life for five minutes, sit quietly in reflection and listen to it.

It sums it all up perfectly. It’s a true reflection of striving to live without regrets. We are all guilty of forgetting to live while we’re alive.

The way we make a living becomes our life and creates our identity. It can turn us into someone we are not. The emergencies of the moment, the busyness of our lives and the challenges we face with people and situations often hide themselves in a cloak of deception causing us to forget about what’s truly important.

Someday we’ll tell that special someone what a gift they are to us. Someday, we’ll slow down so we can enjoy our life better. Someday, I’ll be home for supper so we can have more family time. Someday. Someday we’ll make those changes.

Someday.

Someday is today. Here and now. It’s a brand-new day.

It’s time to let the past stay in the past where it belongs. It’s time to forgive those who have wronged us so we can finally move on. It’s time to let go of the anger and fear from circumstances that have engulfed our minds and our lives for too long.

It’s time to finally act on the habits we know we need to change. It’s time to clear the obstacles preventing us from becoming who we want to be and what we ultimately want to do.

It’s time to face each new day with optimism. It’s time to focus every day on the things we are grateful for. It’s time to face every situation with boldness and confidence. It’s time to be a shining light, exuding strength and courage, as an example to others. It’s time to seize the moment.

Don’t wait. It’s time to bring them flowers now.

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High Sellers Bulls Lot 6 – McConnell Big Time 346 – Price: $19,000 DOB: 1/10/23 Sire: McConnell Altitude 672 Dam’s Sire: S A V Brand Name 9115 EPDs: BW: +4.3, WW: +93, YW: +151

and Milk: +30 Buyer: 4M Angus, Nebraska Lot 10 – McConnell Yeti 348 – Price: $18,000 DOB: 1/11/23 Sire: McConnell Altitude 672 Dam’s Sire: S A V Brand Name 9115 EPDs: BW: +1.9, WW: +70, YW: +115 and

Milk: +26 Buyer: Dethlefs Angus, Nebraska Lot 12 – McConnell Patriarch 2205 – Price: $18,000 DOB: 9/17/22 Sire: Tehama Patriarch F028 Dam’s Sire: S A V Elation 7899 EPDs: BW: -0.1, WW: +76, YW: +138 and Milk: +29 Buyer: Harding Ranch, Wyoming Lot 51 – McConnell America 2006 – Price: $17,500 DOB: 6/20/22 Sire: S A V America 8018 Dam’s Sire: S A V Quarterback 7933 EPDs: BW: +4, WW: +77, YW: +132 and Milk: +19 Buyer: 4M Black Angus, Utah Lot 109 – McConnell Alpine 2880 – Price: $15,500 DOB: 7/19/22 Sire: McConnell Altitude

3114 Dam’s Sire: S A V Brand Name 9115 EPDs: BW: -0.3, WW: +63, YW: +109 and Milk: +29 Buyer: Steppler Ranch, Montana Lot 4 – McConnell Three Rivers 2426 – Price: $12,500 DOB: 8/16/22 Sire: Ellingson Three Rivers 8062 Dam’s Sire: McConnell Altitude 3114 EPDs: BW: +2.7, WW: +81, YW: +145 and Milk: +27 Buyer: Lonny Luke, Wyoming Lot 51 – McConnell America 2804 – Price: $11,000 DOB: 6/2/22 Sire: S A V America 8018 Dam’s Sire: McConnell Altitude 3114 EPDs: BW: +1.3, WW: +68, YW: +114 and Milk: +20 Buyer: JT and Garrett Nunn, Wyoming

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WARD continued from page A1 Lindsay Ward and has been very involved in the progression and operation of Ward Livestock throughout

her life.

Following dreams “I started livestock judging when I was eight

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“My hopes to be as competitive as possible led me to Greeley, Colo. where I was coached by Steve and Christi Gabel. Because of them and my parents will-

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ing to haul me two and a half hours to practice twice a week, my passion for the game grew beyond measure.”

Saige shared when the Gabel’s coaching in Weld County, Colorado came to an end, she returned to the team in Albany County, where she joined her two best friends Alexis and Kolton Lake.

The three of them qualified to judge at the American Royal for back-toback years, and while there, Saige was the second high individual. The team ended as reserve national champions.

After high school, Ward continued to judge under the leadership of Coach Taylor Frank.

The future Saige’s main goal has always been to produce show cattle to compete on a national level, in addition to raising two-year-old Hereford bulls for the ranch’s annual sale in November.

“However, as the operation progresses, I have begun to implement Simmental genetics into my cow herd with the goal of selecting the top end of these progeny to offer at the bull sale and enable myself to sell multiple breeding females in the production sale,” Saige explained.

Post college graduation, Saige plans to move back to Wyoming and help

run the ranch.

She said, “With growing goals and aspirations of what is to come from our program, I am excited to jump back in and be able to help make decisions on site, rather than from 18 hours away. “ In addition to her time spent on the ranch, Saige plans to start a social media and marketing consulting firm.

“I have a strong interest in media and marketing, and in addition to running the website for Ward Livestock, I also work for Texas A&M University’s School of Public Health’s Center for Health Equity and Evaluation Research (CHEER) department,” she added.

The CHEER department engages in interdisciplinary research and evaluation services to reduce and eliminate health disparities, identifies emerging health needs of underserved and vulnerable populations globally and promotes quality of life and health outcomes for diverse segments of the population.

Saige also coordinates internal and external communications and works collaboratively on media projects and departmental events for the School of Public Health.

Trials and tribulations Ranching anywhere is tough, Saige explained, but ranching at 7,200 feet of

elevation holds challenges in itself.

“Fortunately, it was all I ever knew, so the trials it presented just became a part of everyday life. Growing up at Ward Livestock instilled the drive to continually work for what I wanted,” she stated.

“As an operation continually trying to progress, our goals are set high, and sometimes they work out but sometimes they fail.

The mindset of continued growth is at the core of Ward Livestock,” she added.

Saige continued, “This mentality is reflected in nearly everything I do. From my education to livestock judging or making breeding decisions, an adaptive and attentive mindset has helped me develop into the person I am today.”

“For me, the most impressive part about the agricultural industry is the ability of producers from all different backgrounds to come together to meet a common goal. In addition to the competitiveness, monetary incentives and differences in operational practices, agriculture brings together a diverse group of individuals which aid in the industry’s continued progression,” Saige concluded.

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residents and CPW,” Roberts said. “And, of course, this is controversial. I agree with comments about keeping staff safe. But, there seems to be a disconnect between what was promised and what happened, and people lose trust when this happens.”

He continued, “I’ve heard from constituents of mine across my district, and I know others on the panel have as well, that they are going to close their gates.

They don’t want to work with CPW officers anymore.

They feel there was a directive sent from higher up that those CPW officers couldn’t talk to anybody about. They can’t talk to them about what the state is doing moving forward, and this is a concern.”

“We need local collaboration between private landowners, outfitters, elected and non-elected officials and your department,” he concluded.

Questioning continues Colorado State Rep. Meghan Lukens followed Roberts questioning, asking for the definition of chronic depredation. Davis noted CPW would review other states with wolves and figure out their criteria for chronic depredation.

Following Lukens, Colorado State Rep. Richard Holtorf questioned CPW. “For the record, your wolf release was a dismal failure for Colorado ranchers and for county commissioners and the communities where these wolves are now inhabiting, based on the map,” he said.

“It will be nearly impossible for you to win back the trust of Colorado ranchers.”

“A wolf is an apex predator that wants to kill, and cattle and calves are an easy target. How will CPW win back producers’ trust?” he asked.

“The fact you have to remind us a wolf is a carnivore is laughable. We saw the pictures of the wolf released and it’s exactly what we’re getting – a vicious animal that kills, in some cases for sport.”

He further explained CPW brought in wolves from Oregon who are known depredators.

“They came into Colorado knowing the taste of blood, and you have put every rancher in jeopardy. It’s your responsibility to vent that,” Lukens added.

As the hearing continued, Colorado State Sen. Byron Pelton asked the committee if anyone was thinking of the well-being of livestock and shared his background raising cattle and protecting livestock.

“It’s your income and your livelihood, but you don’t want to see them suffer,” Pelton said. “Are you going to allow ranchers to protect their livestock from being attacked?”

Davis replied, “We are going through this question right now with the attorney general.”

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criticism after the release in December, because the state agency had publicly stated before the release it would avoid releasing wolves with a depredation history.

However, five of the 10 wolves released were identified as members of packs involved in recent livestock depredations in Oregon.

This discovery concerned local ranchers because research studies show once a wolf has killed or injured livestock, it becomes a learned behavior, leading to an increased risk the wolf will continue depredating.

It’s been over a month since the reintroduction of 10 wolves in Colorado and on Jan. 24, the state agency published activity data from the wolves released.

According to CPW, “We published a map on our website which shows where collared wolves have been in the past month. This map will be updated with new information on a monthly basis, produced on the fourth Wednesday of every month and will reflect data for the prior month, give or take several days.”

But, CPW was careful to note just because the map indicates wolf activity in an area, it doesn’t mean wolves are in the entire watershed area or are there now.

Colorado lawmakers bring the heat During the 2024 Colorado State Measurements for Accountable, Responsive and Transparent Government Act (SMART) hearing held on Jan. 24, elected officials were very harsh with leaders from CPW and the Department of Natural Resources concerning their actions related to the recent gray wolf release.

Elected officials demanded answers about why no one was warned before the wolves were released on Dec. 18, including landowners and elected officials, both local and statewide.

They questioned why wolves who were chronic depredators in Oregon were brought to Colorado, stating trust was lost with local ranchers and landowners because of how it was handled.

When Colorado State Sen. Dylan Roberts began questioning why wolves were chosen from packs in Oregon who had recent depredations, he reminded CPW they testified the wolves they were relocating wouldn’t have a history of depredation.

“I think sometimes people forget they are carnivores. There’s a fallacy if we were to go get wolves from wilderness where they have never seen livestock, they would never depredate on livestock,” Davis replied. “There is a difference between depredation and chronic depredation.”

“In communities where this has happened, there seems to be an extreme loss of trust and collaboration which used to exist between

going to place the next round of wolves.

Davis replied, “We have been in ongoing conversations with the Gunnison County Stockgrowers Association. We have two Tribes that are very concerned and paying attention to where those future releases will go.”

“Gunnison believes they are next,” Catlin stressed.

“They are suffering from lack of trust something fierce. We need advance notice.”

Department of Natural Resources Director Dan Gibbs also fielded questions from state leaders, reporting they did not meet the expectations of the release.

“My sincere apologies for not getting it right,” he remarked. “We can learn from our mistakes and are doing an after-action review which is being finalized. We appreciate everyone’s feedback and are working with the agriculture community.”

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their farms.

Labor reform Farmers and ranchers need a legal, reliable guest worker program which provides a workforce to support farms and ranches, while treating workers with respect.

Reforming the H-2A program would provide farmers and ranchers with a legal and reliable workforce while curbing rising food prices and maintaining global competitiveness.

Pesticide regulation In 43 states and Puerto Rico, the state department of agriculture is a co-regulatory partner with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is responsible for administering,

NASDA continued from page A1 and fully-funded farm bill, which provides farmers and ranchers with a reliable safety net.

The farm bill must provide consumers access to the safest and most affordable food supply and must remain unified – securing a commitment to American agriculture and the critical food and nutritional assistance programs for those who need it most.

The farm bill is an issue of national security.

Therefore, NASDA implores Congress to expedite passage of a unified farm bill which secures a commitment to Ameri-

can agriculture, notably its farmers and ranchers and the critical food and nutritional assistance programs for those who need it most.

Food safety State departments of agriculture are the frontline in protecting consumers against foodborne illness and food contamination.

NASDA will continue to advocate for funding state Food Safety Modernization Act programs to protect the nation’s food supply and ensure farmers across the country are equipped with information needed to apply Food Safety Modernization Act requirements on

implementing and enforcing the production, labeling, distribution, sale, use and disposal of pesticides under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act which establishes a rigorous, scientific evaluation and review process for these tools.

EPA has stated the agency faces several challenges in developing timely and effective strategies to protect listed endangered species in a way that is both practical for pesticide users to implement and timely to protect species.

NASDA, as always, stands ready to work with the EPA on developing an Endangered Species Act compliance strategy grow-

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PFAS PFAS are steadily emerging as a major issue to society at large, including farmers and ranchers in the U.S. NASDA supports urgently funding additional federal research to answer questions and concerns regarding the presence of PFAS in society and the degree to which it presents risk.

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ports developing strategies to address the presence of PFAS, should it be found on or around farms. The U.S. must ensure farmers and ranchers keep their agricultural land and animals healthy and productive.

NASDA is a nonpartisan association which speaks as a unified voice on behalf of all 50 states and four territories to influence policy and help solve some of the nation’s most important agricultural issues.

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Dustin Eaton- 220 Blk Ang Strs & 120 Hfrs 500-600#. Rec Nasalgen 3 & Vision CD-T @ branding. Rec Vista Once SQ, Vision 7 + Spur & poured w/ Clean-Up @ weaning 12/20. On free choice mineral. No implants. High elevation, high desert!

Rolly Redland- 200 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 525-600#. Comp vacc @ branding & weaning (11-1). Bunk broke. Sired by Low PAP Redland Redbank Blk Ang bulls. Summer @ 8500’. Nice calves!

Ed & Tory Burton- 175 Blk Ang Strs 550-600#. Rec Vista Once SQ, Vision7, Nasalgen 3 @ branding & Weaning (11-1). Sired by powerful Bl Ang Bulls, Bunk broke, summered on high desert range! Choice Steers!!

Tim Tolton- 150 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 575-625#. Rec 8 way & Virashield 6 @ branding. Nasalgen @ weaning (11-15). Heifers are bangs vacc. One brand, hay fed, high elevation. Green & Fancy!

Skylark Cattle- 130 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 550-650#.

Rec Vista 5, Vision 7 & Vista Once SQ @ branding. Rec Vista 5, Vision 7 w/Somnus, Once PMH, Clean-Up & Safeguard @ weaning 11-1. Hfrs are bangs vacc. Sired

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Flying A/Britain Ranch- 125 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 550-600#.

Rec 2 rounds of shots. Weaned 90 days. High desert & Green!

Kent & Shelli Haun-70 Blk Sim/AngX Strs 650-700#.

48 Blk Sim/AngX Hfrs 575-625#. Rec Vista 5, Once PMH IN, Vision 7 & Nasalgen @ branding; Vista Once SQ, 7-way w/Somnus & Clean Up @ weaning. Weaned 100+ days. Hay fed. Sired by Big Country Genetics SimAngus bulls. Powerful steers! Reputation.

Horton Farms- 20 Blk Ang & AngX Strs 550#, 20 Blk Ang & AngX Strs 800#, 75 Blk Ang & AngX Hfrs 600#. Rec 7 way @ birth, Rec Vista Once SQ, Nasalgen 2, 7 way & Somnus @ Branding & Rec Vista Once SQ, 7 way, Somnus & poured w/ Ivomec @ weaning 10-1. Heifers are bangs vacc. Sired by powerful Blk Ang Bulls, summer on high desert. Reputation & High quality!

Pathfinder Cattle- 110 Mostly Blk Strs & Hfrs 500-700#.

Rec Nasalgen 3+PMH, Bovillis Vista BVD, Vision7 & Multi Min @ branding & weaning(10-17). Clean-Up & Safeguard this fall. Knife cut. High desert & Fancy!

Brad Carlson- 80 Blk Ang & AngX Hfrs 500-550#.#. Rec Pyramid 5, Once PMH & Vision 7 w/Somnus @ branding & Precon (11-1). Weaned a long time. Bunk broke. 100% Blk Ang sired. High Desert!

30 Blk Ang & AngX Strs 450#. Rec Pyramid 5, Once PMH & Vision 7 w/Somnus @ branding. Right off of cow.

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Boysen Lake Ag- 100 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 550650#. Rec Vista 5, Vision 7 & Vista Once SQ @ branding.

Rec Vista 5, Vision 7 w/Somnus, Once PMH, Clean-Up & Safeguard @ weaning 11-1. Hfrs are bangs vacc. Sired

by Lucky 7 Blk Ang Bulls. One iron & Fancy!

Diamond X Ranch- 100 Blk Ang & AngX Strs 500-550#.

Rec Bovishield Gold & 7way w/Somnus @ branding & weaning. Poured @ weaning. Been running out on pasture, supplemented w/ cake. Green, high desert calves!

Eugene Thompson- 90 Blk Ang Strs 450-500#. Comp vacc @ branding & weaning. Long time weaned. Hay fed.

Abernathy Ranch- 80 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 500550#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 7 @ branding &

weaning & poured. Knife cut. 100% Blk Ang sired. Reputation, high desert calves! Sired by Big Time Herd Bulls!

Pennoyer & Sons- 70 Blk Ang & AngX Hfrs.

10 Blk Ang & AngX Strs. 500-600#. Rec Ultrabac 7 & Bovishield Gold 5 @ branding, One Shot Ultra, Bovishield Gold 5 & poured @ Precon 10-15. Hfrs are bangs vacc.

All natural. Year around mineral program & Select Bac vaccination program. One iron & high elevation calves!!

Martin Ranch- 70 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 600-650#. Rec Pyramid 5 + Presponse & 8-way @ Branding. 100% Blk Ang sired. Sired by Lucky 7 Angus Bulls. Bred to perform!

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Bartlett Ranch- 60 Blk Ang Hfrs 500-600#. Bangs vacc.

Comp vacc spring & fall. Sired by Lucky 7 Blk Ang bulls.

High desert. Hay fed. Green!

Mark Anderson- 50 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 400-550#.

Rec Vista Once SQ & 7-way w/Somnus @ branding & weaning & poured w/ Ivomec & Clean-Up (11-15). Hay fed. High elevation!

Double L Ranch- 50 Blk Ang Hfrs 600-650#. Rec Pyramid 5 + Presponse & 8-way @ Branding. 100% Blk Ang sired.

Sired by Powerful Blk Angus bulls. Bred to perform! High desert.

Hat Bar Ranch- 50 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 550-650#. Rec 2 rounds of shots @ branding & weaning. Weaned 90 days. Bunk broke. Sired by Powerful Popo Agie Blk Ang bulls.

Hellyer Ranch- 20 Blk Ang Strs 550#.

30 Blk Ang Hfrs 450#. Weaned 90 days. Rec 2 rounds vacc for respiratory, C&D & pneumonia & poured this fall.

Steers are EID tagged; heifers are bangs vacc. High elevation, reputation calves!

Troy & Maria Corbett- 45 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 400500#. Rec 2 rounds of Vision 7, Express 5 & Nasalgen.

Weaned since 11-1. Hay fed. High desert.

Jock & Chera Campbell- 40 Ang & CharX Strs & Hfrs 550650#. Rec Pyramid 5 + Presponse & Vision 7 spring & fall. Weaned 100+ days. High elevation.

Peternal Ranch- 40 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 550-650#. Rec Ultra choice 8 & Bovishield Gold 5 @ branding & weaning(11-19). No Implants. High elevation.

Lee & Karen Wilkes- 34 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 450650#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 7 @ branding & weaning 12-1 & poured w/Clean-Up. Super set of fancy calves!!

Nick Aullman- 30 Blk Ang & AngX Hfrs 550#. Rec 8 way @ birth, Enforce 3, Inj Ivomec @ branding & Bovishield Gold & poured @ weaning. Hay fed. Over 60 days weaned.

Bryan Thomson- 20 Blk Ang Strs 500-700#. Rec 8 way & Pyramid 5 + Presponse @ branding & weaning (10-27).

Cattle herd has great genetics. Hay fed. Bunk broke.

Rhett Abernathy- 18 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 7 @ branding & weaning. 100+ days weaned. Knife cut. 100% Blk Ang sired. Reputation, high desert calves! Sired by Big Time Herd Bulls!

Derek Erickson- 17 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 600#.

Comp vacc. All Natural. High elevation.

Ringtail R Cattle- 15 Blk& Red Strs & Hfrs 450-550#. Rec 2 rounds of shots. Weaned a long time. High desert!

Steele Ranch- 15 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 400-500#.

Rec 2 rounds of Bovishield Gold & 8 way. Weaned 90+ days. High elevation calves!

Fleur-De-Lis Cattle- 12 Blk Ang Strs 625#. Comp vacc @ branding & weaning. Weaned 90+ days. High elevation.

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13 BRED COW SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM W/ WEIGH UPS BRED HEIFERS TY Ranch- 70 Blk Ang & AngX (BWF) Bred Heifers 1000#. Bred to LBW Lucky 7 Blk Ang bulls & 1 LBW Sitz Resilient son. Rec Virashield 6 VL5 & 7 way, Poured w/ Ivomec & Clean Up @ preg check on 11-1. Due to calve 4/1-5/15. Run @ elevation & are Fancy!

Hopkins Hamilton- 60 Blk Ang & AngX Bred Heifers 1000#. Bred to LBW Vermillion Blk Ang Bulls to calve April 1st. Rec 1st round of Guardian & poured.

Reputation, High desert heifers!

Fleur De Lis Cattle Co- 50 Blk Ang Bred Hfrs 1000#.

Bred to LBW Blk Ang Bulls to calve March/April. Rec Virashield 6 VL5, poured & 1st Scour Guard 2-1.

Nice set of High elevation Hfrs.

Dan & Anna Smedts- 15 Blk Ang Bred Heifers 1100#.

Bred to LBW Diamond Peak Blk Ang bulls to start calving March 20th. Rec Vision 7, Virashield 6 VL5, Safeguard & Clean UP II @ preg check this fall. High elevation, nice heifers!!

BRED COWS Rees Triangle 5 Ranch- 150 Blk Ang/SimX Bred 3-BM Cows. Bred to Sim/Ang Low PAP bulls to start calving March 15th. High elevation. Complete Dispersal!

Fleur De Lis Cattle Co- 135 Blk Ang & Ang Bred Cows.

Approx 95 hd- 3 & 4 yr olds, 40 hd- 5 yr olds. Bred to Blk Ang bulls to start calving March 1st. Rec Virashield 6 VL5 & poured. Cows summered @ high elevation and bred to good bulls!

Ruby Ranch- 40 Blk Ang & AngX Bred ST Cows. Bred to Powerful Blk Ang bulls to start calving March 15th.

Ranch raised, high desert cows!

Rusatt Ranch- 30 Blk Ang & AngX Running Age Bred Cows. Bred to Blk Ang bulls to calve May/June.

Shots & Poured this fall. Nice set of cows!

John & Sharon Bringolf- 20 Mostly Black Running Age Bred Cows. Bred to Registered Blk Ang Bulls to start calving 3-15 for 45 days. Rec Pinkeye, Multi Min & Safeguard @ preg check. High elevation.

Reputation, high desert cows!

Mike Federer- 16 Blk Ang Running Age Bred cows.

Bred to Blk Ang bulls to start calving Mid-March. All Natural. Nice cows!

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 FEEDER SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM W/ WEIGH UPS

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27 ALL CATTLE CLASSES W/ SHEEP & HORSES START TIME 9:00 AM W/ SHEEP & WEIGH UPS

SATURDAY, MARCH 2 LUCKY 7 ANGUS BULL SALE

Contact: Riverton Livestock Auction (307) 856-2209 • Jeff Brown (307) 850-4193 • Tom Linn (307) 728-8519 • Mark Winter (580) 747-9436 www.rivertonlivestock.com • Also watch our live cattle auction at www.cattleusa.com

1490 South 8th Street East • River ton, WY 82501 • (307) 856-2209