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A Look Inside Four state leaders honored at Governor’s Business Forum .......... .............................................Page 6 University of Wyoming discusses differences in net cash flow versus net present value ...........Pages 8-9 Postcard from the Past shares a unique idea for Christmas giving.... ...........................................Page 10 Check your answers on this month’s crossword puzzle .............. ...........................................Page 15
Quick Bits Public Input The Bureau of Land Management opened a 30-day public comment period to receive public input on a proposed gen-tie electric line project in Carbon County. The bureau’s environmental assessment analyzes two different options for a transmission line which would support the Rock Creek Wind Facility. To view associated documents and to participate in the public comment period, visit eplanning. blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2027409/510. The public comment period will conclude Jan. 5 at 4 p.m.
Gov. Gordon gives address at WSGA convention Gov. Mark Gordon and First Lady Jennie Gordon made an appearance at the Wyoming Stock Growers Association’s Annual Reception and Auction, held during the organization’s Win-
ter Roundup Convention and Trade Show in Casper on Dec. 5. During the event, the governor offered remarks on some of the pressing issues in the state and thanked con-
vention attendees for their good work in Wyoming agriculture. A challenging administration “This administration has been a real challenge, but
I think you all know that,” Gordon began. “Westerners – regardless of whether they are Republican or Democrat – are under threat from Washington, D.C. right now.” Please see WSGA on page 5
Winter Feeding Considerations
UW SAREC DIRECTOR DISCUSSES FORAGE OPTIONS AT WSGA CONVENTION During the Winter Roundup Convention and Trade Show, held in Casper Dec. 4-6, the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) invited Dr. Steve Paisley, director of the University of Wyoming’s (UW) Sustainable Agriculture Research and Extension Center (SAREC), to discuss winter feeding options for cow/calf producers. Paisley attended UW, where he studied animal science and stayed for his master’s degree, later pursuing a doctorate at Oklahoma State University in ruminant nutrition. After completing his PhD, Paisley worked at Kansas State University for nearly four years as a beef specialist before returning to UW in 2001, then transferred to SAREC, located in Lingle, in 2007 and has served as the
director since 2019. Understanding forages Feed efficiency has become increasingly important, and reducing winter feed costs in a cow/calf operation can generate savings for producers. “The best place to start is with a forage analysis,” Paisley said. “I would encourage you to use a probe and gather a sample from inside the bale, rather than just grabbing a hand sample because we don’t need just the outside of the bale.” Reviewing the forage analysis report can give a producer a general idea of the protein level and the energy values for the particular forage. “Remember to test for nitrates. If you have forages Please see FEEDING on page 4
Payments On Dec. 13, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced it will begin issuing more than $223 million in Pandemic Assistance Revenue Program payments. These payments help producers who suffered a decrease in allowable gross revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic for the 2020 calendar year. For more information, visit usda.gov.
DEQ Grant The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) is now accepting grant proposals for emissions reduction projects across the state. Applicants must submit their proposals to DEQ on Jan. 31 by 5 p.m. For more information or to apply, visit deq.wyoming.gov.
Scholarship Wyoming CattleWomen is now accepting applications for two $500 scholarships to be awarded to women in agriculture. This scholarship is available for accredited college, university or trade school programs, but there is no age limit. The deadline to apply is Feb. 29. Winners will be notified by April 15 and announced at the June 2024 Wyoming CattleWomen Meeting in Douglas. In addition to scholarship funds, winners will receive a one-year Wyoming CattleWomen membership. For more information on how to apply, e-mail wyocwsecretary@gmail.com.
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Thriving in Wyoming WBC provides update and discusses business opportunities On Dec. 5, during the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) Winter Roundup Convention and Trade Show held in Casper, Wyoming Business Council (WBC) Chief Executive Officer Josh Dorrell discussed future business opportunities in Wyoming. WBC approaches economic development by identifying problems and breaking down barriers, which builds a more resilient economy. “How do we ensure Wyoming communities are resilient in the future? This is something really important to think about,” Dorrell stated. “We want to make sure the boom-and-bust cycle our state has experienced is not so much of a boom-and-bust.” Looking to the future In order to do this, Dorrell noted Wyoming needs to ensure its communities have the skills and tools they need to “weather these storms” and succeed. The goal of WBC is to create opportunities and jobs for Wyomingites now and into the future, and it recognizes what makes Please see WBC on page 15
NCBA discusses priorities During the second day of the Wyoming Stock Growers Association Winter Roundup Convention and Trade Show, held in Casper Dec. 4-6, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Chief Executive Officer Colin Woodall gave a presentation on the state of the beef industry. To begin, Woodall noted despite continuous attacks from anti-agriculture activists and stubborn lawmakers, cattle producers continue to make strides. Woodall concluded his discussion by sharing NCBA’s priorities for the new farm bill and current challenges faced in the beef industry. Foreign animal disease “We have several high priorities at NCBA, but our top priority is the foot and mouth disease (FMD) vaccine bank, which is something we were able to get placed in the 2018 Farm Bill,” Woodall began. “This is another tool to help protect ourselves from what I believe is the eventual reintroduction of FMD,” he added. “I believe it is a matter of when we get it, not if we get it, and we need to be prepared.” Woodall noted the vaccine bank is just one piece of NCBA’s preparedness initiative for foreign animal disease. He shared NCBA is also building relations with the White House and Department of Homeland Security (DHS), since food security was officially deemed a national security issue nearly a year ago. “This designation opened up the opportunity to deal with people in the federal government who we historically have not had the opportunity to engage with – the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the National Security Council, the Please see NCBA on page 4
Private and state land update provided During the Winter Roundup Convention and Trade Show, held in Casper Dec. 4-6, the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) invited Budd-Falen Law Offices, LLC Senior Partner Karen Budd-Falen to speak during the Private and State Lands Committee meeting. Following Budd-Falen’s presentation, WSGA Executive Vice President Jim Magagna gave a brief update on state land challenges. Budd-Falen has assisted local governments in asserting their rights in federal agency decisions, protecting private property owners and is currently providing services for WSGA, who filed an amicus brief in a case involving the Wyo-
ming corner crossing dispute. Wyoming corner crossing case A federal judge ruled in favor of hunters in a case which tested the legality of “corner crossing,” or stepping from one parcel of public land to another over a common corner shared with private property. “Chief U.S. District Judge Scott Skavdahl found the hunters did not trespass when they corner crossed and passed through private airspace,” Budd-Falen explained. “In my opinion, this was more of a political decision than a legal one.” “It’s a big deal as far as private property rights go,” she continued. “We are
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Less Cattle Next Year A few months ago, many predicted livestock producers would start retaining heifers and cows to add numbers to their herds. So far, this hasn’t happened, and the trend for the number of cattle in the U.S. is less cattle next year. Heifers are accounting for around From the 40 percent of calf and feeder sales, Publisher Dennis Sun which tells us cattle producers are taking advantage of higher prices of cattle. I can’t blame them. Remember, money isn’t money until it’s in your pocket. The price of cattle being processed has dropped some in the last month, and the drop in price has filtered down to cattle prices at the ranch. The cattle market has dropped around 11 percent lately, making for a rough fourth quarter. The price of beef has stayed strong due to demand staying high, both at home and overseas. This demand for beef has led to more beef being imported and less beef being exported. Developing countries are like American consumers – they want American beef. American meatpackers processed nearly 635,000 head of cattle the week of Dec. 3. Processed cattle are down 4.7 percent from last year’s pace, and there is talk of more processing on Saturdays by meatpackers to meet the demands of the holidays. A stronger U.S. dollar against most other currencies is adding additional challenges to exports and increasing import incentives. Total beef imports for October were up 17.4 percent over one year ago, pushing beef imports thus far in 2023 up 7.9 percent. The current administration has allowed Brazil and Paraguay to import beef into the U.S., which is something we have to stop as they continue seeing cases of foot and mouth disease in those countries. The best news lately is the final COP28 Climate Conference draft did not focus on agriculture and food. This news was not expected, as a good number of those attending were focusing on reducing cattle, food service and dairy, mainly in the U.S. This misguided action didn’t materialize due to the fact a large number of ag, food service and meat organizations were in attendance from the U.S. Those against agriculture and meat showed up with some over-the-board statistics on the nation’s climate damage. They were really against cattle production. Some said there was a big need to reduce meat consumption and wanted to do away with the dairy industry, saying it wasn’t important as a food source any more. I wonder why they didn’t pick on India, with their high numbers of cattle. The U.S. has around 30 million head of cattle compared to India with their 309 million head of cattle and water buffalo. Worldwide, there are around one billion head of cattle, so they should pick on someone else. The U.S cattle and dairy industries are already initiating practices to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and we need to recognize the good they have achieved. Working together and understanding the real facts about climate change will go a long way in helping the planet – the big stick will not. An early news show I watched one morning interviewed a mad Al Gore, who was very disappointed in the final COP28 draft for leaving out agriculture, food and fossil fuels. It made me realize when Al Gore is mad, it’s a good day.
GUEST OPINIONS Wyoming is Wonderful By Andrew Joannides Wyo Wonders – formerly known as the Wyoming Stewardship Project – is Wyoming Agriculture in the Classroom’s (WAIC) statestandard aligned curriculum, built for elementary students in second through fifth grade. It’s built to educate students on Wyoming’s three main revenue sectors – agriculture, minerals and energy and outdoor recreation and tourism. Wyo Wonders invokes imagination, critical-thinking and contains real-life, Wyoming-based education. Just as kids can imagine, I
want to take a couple minutes and have readers imagine a scenario. Envision a classroom where a third grader is busy engaging in real-world challenges of agriculture. Each eight-year-old in this classroom is faced with scenarios of drought, running out of grazing land or even predators threatening their livestock. Imagine them discerning how to be good stewards of their land and their livestock here in Wyoming. Good news! This isn’t a dreamt-up scenario – this is a reality in Wyoming ele-
mentary schools thanks to support from folks like yourself. In 2023, Wyo Wonders was used in 181 classrooms around the state of Wyoming. This is a 48 percent growth since 2022. Wyo Wonders contains units of lessons to help Wyoming students learn of such challenges at an early age to encourage their creativity to best solve problems. In one specific lesson – third-grade agriculture, lesson four – students explore what happens when drought hits an area. How much hay
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can they grow in a normal year compared to a drought year? Will a rancher be able to feed their livestock during the drought? What can they do if they don’t have enough hay? The students will then craft pie charts to reflect the fluctuations of drought years and the ability to produce hay and care for livestock while discussing possible solutions to the questions ranchers ask themselves daily. The teacher will invoke discussions for students to find ways the ranchers can be Please see WAIC on page 3
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NEWS BRIEFS RMEF allocates funding The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF) allocated $250,000 to advance research associated with mapping more Western wildlife migration routes for elk, mule deer, moose, pronghorn antelope and other wildlife. “By working with state and Tribal wildlife agencies, we are producing detailed maps of where animals migrate across large landscapes, which will benefit the health of these herds and aid the conservation of their corridors,” said Matt Kauffman, wildlife biologist and researcher with the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) and University of Wyoming, who leads the Corridor Mapping Team. Migration maps help guide development, determine the need for roadway crossing structures, target problematic fencing and identify critical private lands which support migratory herds. Over the last five years, researchers mapped nearly 200 corridors across Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming in line with Secretarial Order 3362. RMEF supplied grant funding to catalog 150 corridors in Volume One, Volume Two and Volume Three of the USGS mapping series “Ungulate Migrations of the Western U.S.” Volume Four, due to be published in January 2024, documents the movements of 40 more herds. This latest commitment boosts RMEF’s financial support to identify and conserve migration corridors over the last six years alone to more than $3.5 million, which leveraged $29.5 million in partner funding. Just last month, RMEF and the Western Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies committed $1.2 million to accelerate the conservation of Western big game migration corridors.
WAIC continued from page 2 good stewards of their land and livestock. As readers well know, drought isn’t the only challenge ranchers face. Predators can be a constant threat to livestock. Wyo Wonders doesn’t ignore this real-world threat, and instead invites students to grapple with this challenge as individual thinkers and informed problem-solvers – while having some fun too. In this classroom scenario, students will head to the gym to play a game of tag. Of course, it’s not ordinary tag, it’s predator-prey
tag, where each student assumes the role of a different animal to demonstrate how the interaction of various species within the same area of land will impact population levels for each. After the chance to run around and giggle with classmates like all elementary students should, the children will practice their reading skills with a story written specifically for the day’s concepts called “Coyote and Jackrabbit: Finding the Right Balance on the Range.” Students then have the chance to bring together all
BLM announces lease sale The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Wyoming State Office announced an oil and gas lease sale, scheduled for March 5, 2024, to offer 30 oil and gas parcels totaling 13,417 acres in Wyoming. The BLM completed scoping on these parcels in July 2023 and a public protest period in October 2023 on the parcels, potential deferrals and the related environmental analysis. A 30-day public coment period to receive additional public input is now open and will close Jan. 12, 2024. The parcels the BLM has analyzed, as well as maps and instructions on how to submit a protest are available at eplanning.blm.gov/eplanning-ui/project/2025221/510. As authorized under the Inflation Reduction Act, BLM will apply a 16.67 percent royalty rate for any new leases from this sale. More information about the act is available on BLM’s online fact sheet. Leasing is the first step in the process to develop federal oil and gas resources. Before development operations can begin, an operator must submit an application for permit to drill detailing development plans. The BLM reviews applications for permits to drill, posts them for public review, conducts an environmental analysis and coordinates with state partners and stakeholders. All parcels leased as part of an oil and gas lease sale include appropriate stipulations to protect important natural resources. Information on current and upcoming BLM lease sales is available through the National Fluid Lease Sale System. of their ideas on the challenges ranchers assume and how to best face these issues while remaining a proud steward of Wyoming. In 2023, roughly 3,620 students were taught Wyo Wonders materials. It’s safe to say these students are going to be better prepared citizens of Wyoming as they continue to go through their individual academic journeys. But, to keep growing, we still need financial support. There is a donation envelope inserted in this week’s edition of the Wyoming Livestock
The American Lamb Board (ALB) allocates funds to support branded retail and foodservice initiatives for American lamb suppliers through the Supplier Cooperative Funding Program. This program is designed for those willing to collaborate in sharing costs and resources for the funded project. Funds are designated for activities created to increase consumer demand for American lamb. Recently, ALB partnered with Superior Farms to support a retail sampling program and digital grilling campaign initiative. Superior Farms conducted in-store sampling events at more than 200 grocery stores across the country. Superior Farms launched a digital grilling promotion for Kroger’s Simple Truth Natural Lamb across various digital platforms. For more information and to apply, visit lambboard.com.
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NCBA continued from page 1 Department of Defense and DHS,” Woodall said. “We are also working very closely with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to make sure their inspectors understand their role at every port of entry and airport to ensure we are ever vigilant in keeping FMD and other foreign diseases out,” he continued. Naturally, this topic of discussion also brings up the issue of foreign trade, especially since President Joe Biden recently announced his intent to open doors to the U.S. beef market to Paraguay, a country that continues seeing cases of FMD. “NCBA is firmly and unequivocally against this, and we have made it clear,” Woodall said. “In fact, we have legislation introduced in Congress to push back and fight this because Paraguay still has a problem with FMD.” “As many of you know, if FMD came to the U.S., it would enforce a 72-hour shutdown of all cattle, and we would lose all of our international markets,” Woodall further explained. “Our markets would crash and it would be an absolute disaster.”
In response, he shared NCBA has also made voluntary traceability one of their priorities. “We are not talking mandatory traceability, I want to make that very clear,” he said. “But, we believe, in the event of a foreign disease outbreak – FMD being a great example – those who have traceable herds will be able to get into the stream of commerce more quickly than those who don’t. To some extent it is a bit of an insurance program to make sure we are prepared.” Conservation and risk management programs Another priority for NCBA, according to Woodall, is to ensure voluntary conservation programs, such as the Environmental Quality Incentives Program – the most popular program among cattle producers – and risk management programs, like the Livestock Risk Protection (LRP) program, remain strong. “We had a bit of a fire drill when there were some rumors in the marketplace the underwriters of these particular policies were insolvent or on the verge of going insolvent, which
FEEDING continued from page 1 susceptible to them, you need to know where the level is at,” Paisley added. “For us, this typically consists of looking at cereal forages such as oat hay, barley hay, wheat hay and sorghum sudan hay.” Paisley reminded the group some labs test for nitrate nitrogen, while oth-
ers test for capacity nitrate, so he encouraged producers to ask questions and contact SAREC if they need assistance. “We can walk producers through the testing results,” he noted. Paisley further explained, “We can manage feed intake by adjusting and blending
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caused a lot of concern,” Woodall shared. He continued, “They made it very clear they have the reserves they need in the case of a market situation that is five or tenfold of what we saw the past couple of weeks, we have the backing to ensure those policies will be made whole.” Woodall further noted although LRP is not part of the farm bill, the farm bill as a whole can be used as an opportunity to elevate the program and ensure Congress pays attention to things such as the solvency of the underwriters. “We need to make sure those programs are not raided to fund other programs,” he concluded. Defending the checkoff Following his discussion of NCBA farm bill priorities, Woodall shared a few of the association’s concerns regarding current and future challenges the beef industry will face. At the top of the list is the attack on the Beef Checkoff through the Opportunities for Fairness in Farming (OFF) Act, introduced by Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ). “The checkoff has been very successful at keeping demand high and building more demand while doing research and promotion to
ensure we have a very productive and viable industry, which is counter to what animal activists want to see,” Woodall explained. “They are attacking the checkoff because they don’t like the success of the program.” Woodall noted of the donations received by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in the name of charity, only two percent are actually used where they say they will be. Instead, ASPCA has nearly $11 million in offshore Caribbean accounts, which goes toward their political agenda and is in line with the Humane Society of the U.S., the association leading the charge on the OFF Act. Woodall further noted ASPCA is leading a group of 40 animal activist groups who have stated they believe the farm bill is “the best opportunity for wholesale change to ag policy,” which will ultimately hurt agriculture. However, Woodall reassured meeting attend-
ees the outlook isn’t all bad. “Our research shows when consumers are asked about their preferred source of protein, we are at the top of the list,” he stated. “This is thanks to the work the checkoff does through promotion and research, and as a contractor of the checkoff, we are going to defend off all of the attacks on the farm bill.” Protecting public lands ranching Another concern for NCBA is the current attack on public lands ranching, which, Woodall noted, is a reason NCBA was one of the founding members of the Public Lands Council. He nodded to the Bureau of Land Management’s proposal to recognize conservation as a multiple use. “Bringing in conservation as a multiple use and allowing other uses only if they are compatible with conservation is concerning because the definition of conservation in this rule is protection and restoration, not active management,” Woodall said.
diets, but we need to know what we are feeding, so getting and reviewing a forage analysis is an essential step in feed efficiency. Taking into account what facilities and equipment you have can determine how you blend forages.” “For example, you may own a vertical mixer or you can grind hay and blend two different forages together, or maybe you have the ability to sort cattle and feed them in different groups,” he added. Because forages vary, it’s good practice to know the characteristics of each forage and balance it with cost efficiency based on the operation’s setup. “We have to use a protein conversion system to calculate costs per pound. By putting a dollar value with each
type of forage, we can calculate how much it will take to meet the cow’s nutritional requirements by blending feeds and remain cost effective,” he continued. Winter feeding “Good winter feeding management practices contribute to healthy and productive cattle,” Paisley stated. “At this time of year, producers have a stockpile of sampled hay and know what high, medium and low quality is,” he continued. “Now, we need to match the forage to the height of requirement. What do we feed early and what do we save for last?” Paisley explained highquality forages typically contain 14 to 20 percent protein and include forages such as alfalfa or good-quality oat
hay. Sorghum sudan hay is considered a medium-quality forage, and wheat straw and cornstalks are considered lower-quality hay. Nutrient requirements of cattle change throughout the year based on the stage of the production cycle, age, level of activity, pest load and environment. Therefore, it is imperative for cattle producers to have an adequate understanding of the basic nutrient requirements of the cow herd to make informed and effective nutrition-related decisions. According to Paisley, if a 1,200-pound cow is expected to calve the first of March, during the last 60 days prior to calving, her energy requirements increase about 20 percent, and once lactation begins,
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He noted, under this definition, organizations like the Center for Biological Diversity and the Western Watersheds Project will argue cattle production isn’t considered conservation. “It will just be another rash of lawsuits we have to fight back against,” he admitted. But, Woodall continued, “We are the kings of conservation, especially when it comes to public lands access and grazing and the role we play in things such as fire suppression and overall rangeland health. These public lands fights will continue, and NCBA will remain at the helm to make sure we are protecting all of your rights.” To read about the first half of Woodall’s presentation, look back on the Dec. 9 edition of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup or visit wylr.net. Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@ wylr.net. her energy level requirements go up another 30 percent. “So, this is the time period producers need to feed quality hay, not a highprotein hay. Producers need to look at what they have stockpiled and feed the cow her required protein intake, which is around 10 to 12 percent, as overfeeding high-protein hay will only result in the cow indirectly fertilizing the ground,” he clarified. He stated, “After weaning, her requirements will be at the lowest point, and she will only need about 1.6 pounds of protein per day. But, as she moves into late gestation, her protein requirements will go up by 20 percent.” Paisley explained a cow requires protein to maintain muscle mass and internal organ function, and as a rule of thumb, a mature cow needs around seven percent protein in her diet to keep the rumen functioning properly. “So, if she was grazing a low-quality forage – four to five percent protein – we need to provide a protein supplement,” he stated. Paisley concluded, “To minimize risk with winter feeding programs, remember to sample forages; stockpile adequate feed, which is calculated in a feed analysis and make better use of forages. Plus, strategically blended forages can help meet a cow’s requirements as she moves through her production year. “ Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
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WSGA continued from page 1 He gave a nod to some of the pressing, hot button issues currently buzzing through the state of Wyoming, including the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) new conservation rule, Rock Springs Resource Management Plan (RMP), Greater sage grouse, livestock grazing and natural resources. Gordon noted a large portion of legislation coming down from the Biden administration is “supposedly based on science and often underdeveloped.” “When we talk about things like grazing guidance, air quality standards, wildlife populations and conservation, there is a real lack of practical understanding,” he stated. “In the case of the BLM’s conservation rule, those of us who have spent our lives in conservation as ranchers get a little concerned what we are or are not doing will fall under their new definition of conservation,” he continued. The Rock Springs RMP, Gordon pointed out, came as a little bit of a surprise. “We worked with the Trump administration to make sure we had a reasonable RMP put together, then there was a two-year pause with no activity,” he explained. “And suddenly, instead of going with an alternative somewhere in between full conservation and full development, as is standard practice, they moved forward with the fullconservation agenda.” In response, Gordon requested BLM withdraw their preferred alternative and come up with something else. The BLM has since extended the comment period on the project, but refused to reconsider their preferred alternative “Since the beginning, Jennie and I have been very concerned about sage grouse being listed as an endangered species. At the time, we were part of the core area, and we worked our tails off to make sure the species would not be listed,” he said. “We demonstrated we could graze cows and raise sage grouse. Now, it is under review, and I have to say we are very concerned.” A conservative budget Additionally, Gordon discussed his proposed budget for the state of Wyoming. “We only have 15 rigs currently running in Wyoming, compared to the 33 rigs running in 2020,” he noted. “We have had challenges in the courts to make sure the leasing program proceeds, and we have had challenges to make sure the federal government actually adheres to the law.” “So, when I talk about
the budget, it has been really important to make sure we have enough resources in the Federal Natural Resource Policy Account to help our counties mount these challenges,” he continued. Gordon shared the state has seen a two-fold uptick in income made from tourism over the past four years, and sales from Wyoming’s natural resources continue to hold strong. However, he also voiced his concern for the amount of revenue coming into Wyoming. “It is also important to remember, in this budget, the dollars we have coming in from the federal government are starting to go away. In fact, we turned several of them down because they came with such extreme stipulations, we didn’t think it would be in Wyoming’s best interest to take them,” said Gordon. “I want to compliment the legislature for having the foresight to understand spending everything we have today is not the wise choice,” he continued. “The wise choice is to provide for future generations and coming years, so the monies we put aside last year are available and will help mitigate some of the challenges we are facing this year and will continue to face for the next two to three years.” A positive outlook Despite these challenges, Gordon reminded convention attendees life isn’t all bad. “I want to let you know it isn’t all bad,” he said. “We have made some incredible inroads.” “I believe ag still has a great future and I feel our industry has opened many doors, providing for more vocal markets and more opportunities for young producers,” he added. “Wyoming is a remarkable state, and the people who moved here, set up ranches and made a go of it are the people who make things happen,” he continued. “We are going to work every single day to make sure Wyoming is recognized for its leadership in natural resource management, conservation and development, agriculture and economic activity.” Gordon concluded, “Good things are happening in Wyoming. This is not a time to be anxious. This is a time to be resolute and to make sure the Wyoming way of helping each other in times of need holds us together and makes us great.” Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
“We are going to work every single day to make sure Wyoming is recognized for its leadership in natural resource management, conservation and development, agriculture and economic activity.” – Gov. Mark Gordon
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Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust hires staff The Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust (WSGLT) announced the hire of two new staff members, adding to the organization’s administrative and conservation teams. On Sept. 18, Clara Keyt began work with the WSGLT as the office administrator. In this role, Keyt will oversee all aspects of WSGLT’s business administration, supporting the staff and board
and managing human resources and day-to-day operations of the office. “I am honored and excited to work with WSGLT. When we conserve working agricultural lands, we conserve a unique and wonderful cultural heritage and identity which keeps Wyoming, Wyoming,” said Keyt. Matt Haynes began work with WSGLT as a conservation and steward-
ship manager on Oct. 30. In this role, Haynes will manage stewardship activities across the state and assist with managing a portfolio of conservation easement projects. “Conservation easements are vital tools we can use to safeguard Wyoming’s agricultural lands and open spaces. I look forward to collaborative relationships with landowners so we can achieve
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Merry Christmas Thank You both Buyers & Sellers for Your Continued Support SALE RESULTS -BRED COW SPECIAL MONDAY, DECEMBER 11 - 2478 HD Randall Stevenson 3 Black Cow 1475 92.00 Southern Cross Ranch 1 Black Cow 1880 92.00 Thomas Hadley 5 Black Cow 1561 91.50 Trace Lewis 3 Black Cow 1218 90.00 Nine Iron Feedlot Inc 2 Black Cow 1370 84.50 Brogan & Sons RCH 2 Black Cow 1312 84.00 Staman Partnership 38 Black Bred Cow 3yr/Mar-May1149 2,885.00 Thomas Hadley 23 Black Bred Cow 3-SM/Apr-May1228 2,300.00 Nine Iron Feedlot Inc 30 Black Bred Cow SM/Mar-Apr 1350 2,100.00 Battle Creek Ranch 14 BlackvBred Cowv3yr/May 980 2,000.00 Brackett Livestock 20 Black Bred Cow 3-4/April 1123 1,900.00 Randall Stevenson 12 Black Brd Cow SM-SS/Apr-June1406 1,850.00 Southern Cross Rch 28 Black Bred Cow SS/Mar-Apr 1552 1,775.00 Trace Lewis 10 Black Bred Cow ST/May 1451 1,450.00 Thomas Hadley 40 Black Bred Cow ST/Apr-June 1288 1,410.00 Midland Livestock 54 BWF Bred Cow 3-4/Apr-May 964 2,475.00 Midland Livestock 46 Herf Bred Cow SM/Apr-May 1126 1,825.00 Midland Livestock 30 Herf Bred Cow SS/Apr-May 1197 1,450.00 Wagonhound Land 43 Red Bred Cow ST/April 1250 1,385.00 Larry Lampert 18 Black Bred Hfr AI-March 1 1115 2,750.00 Marty Edwards 23 Black Bred Hfr Mar-Ap 1047 2,350.00 The Jory Corp 63 BWF Bred Hfr Jan-Mar 1016 2,210.00
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LAND continued from page 1 concerned about the existence of a person’s property right.” Budd-Falen noted, “This goes back to the days of the railroad. At the time, Congress should have granted access rights, which they did in the South, but they did not in the West.” Due to a 19th century law aimed at promoting development along railroad corridors, land in the West was arranged in a checkerboard pattern. Congress saw alternating sections of public and private parcels as a solution to a help finance the Transcontinental Railroad and – thought railroad companies would sell to hopeful homesteaders. “No one wanted to settle in Wyoming’s checkerboard lands – there was no water,” she noted. “The property was not disposed of properly. Congress’s
plan did not work and they did not set it up granting access and reserving the right of access.” By the 1970s, the railroad had given up on the project of selling lands to homesteaders, and with the Federal Land Policy and Management Act of 1976, it moved to permanently retain public lands rather than try to sell them off. Wyoming has 2.44 million acres, thanks to the stretch of the largest railroad grant in history, sweeping the width of the state from east to west. Because of this checkerboard, a lot of public land has become corner-locked, and at every point where four squares meet, there is a potential for controversy. Legislative updates Five out of the seven state land bills passing through legislation in 2023 were sponsored by WSGA.
During his update, Magagna discussed two bills – House Bill (HB) 011, State land lease amendments and HB017, State lands-grazing of nonowned livestock. “We were having issues with the state land board and how they were handling grazing leases,” Magagna stated. “We needed to bring things back to the way they used to be – flexible.” Now, under HB011, “all state land lease renewal applications and rental payments required under this act and submitted using a mail service shall be deemed filed on the date of the postmark stamped on the envelope in which the renewal application or rental payment is mailed and the vocabulary related to the type of payment has been removed, now only stating ‘payment.’” Magagna added, “We must give the state credit where credit is due. They
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are adding flexibility back.” He continued his update on the passing of HB017, which now states, “A lessee of state lands whose lease authorizes grazing on the state lands shall not be required to obtain the approval of the director under this subsection prior to allowing livestock the lessee does not own, but for which the lessee retains full management and responsibility to graze on the lands.” “We are making significant progress regarding state land,” Magagna concluded before taking questions from the group. The Kelly Parcel During the question and answer session of the committee’s meeting, a question was asked about the proposed public auction of Wyoming’s Kelly Parcel, near Grand Teton National Park. “The iconic parcel near the national park is an area loved by Wyomingites and currently has a grazing
lease, but it could possibly be sold to the highest bidder,” Magagna noted. “We will find out what will happen to the parcel when state officials meet later this week.” In recent public hearings across Wyoming, thousands of residents opposed the public auction, afraid it will be turned into plots of land for luxury homes, but would rather see a critical migration corridor put in place. On Dec. 7, Wyomingʼs Board of Land Commissioners decided to table a vote on the Kelly Parcel and put the vote on a yearlong hold. The Board of Land Commissioners consists of the state’s top five elected officials – Gov. Mark Gordon, Secretary of State Chuck Gray, Superintendent of Public Instruction Megan Degenfelder, Auditor Kristi Racines and Treasurer Curt Meier. Obligated by the Constitution, the Board of
IT'S THE PITTS by Lee Pitts
Keeping The Peace As my wife and I approach our 50th wedding anniversary, I know there are readers who wonder what the secret to our long and happy marriage is. I am happy to share my wisdom in this column, which I subtitled, “A Dozen Things To NEVER Do With Your Spouse.” There were several honorable mentions which didn’t make the final cut, such as never go on a trail ride together, never roof the barn together, never pick out Christmas cards together, never shop for clothes together, never pack a suitcase together, never work in the same office together and never set the presets on your radio together. These are all good advice, but there are 12 more important things to NEVER EVER do with your spouse. 12. Never do your taxes together. You’ll end up in several skirmishes and eventually one BIG war because the wife will want to pay the Internal Revenue Service way too much, just to be on the safe side, while the husband will want to write off a “business trip” to Tahiti that could land you both in prison. Save your marriage – hire H&R Block. 11. Never get body piercings together. The wife will end up with an expensive diamond in her belly button, and the man will get a nose ring so he can be led around like a bull. 10. Never cull cows together. The man, gen-
erally being more practical, will insist on culling every open cow, while the wife will want to keep the 15-year-old toothless open cow she bottle raised as a calf. 9. Never take a vacation together. For a brief vacation – which always helps the marriage – the man should go fishing in Alaska for a week with his buddies, while the wife pampers herself at a spa. The wife should never go hunting with her husband. They’ll never get a deer because the expression on the deer’s face will never be right for a mount. The man should never go to Las Vegas for his vacation because what happens in Vegas never stays in Vegas. 8. Never buy cattle at an auction together. Brief arguments will turn into all-out wars as the wife attempts to stop the man from bidding by holding his hands down. In front of oneʼs peers this can be embarrassing and humiliating, believe me. 7. Never check the home defibrillator together. There is just too much temptation. 6. Never castrate bulls together. I did this once many years ago, and I’m still paying off the dental bills. It’s true if the tail of a bull is held up and over its back, the bull can’t kick the person kneeling directly behind the bull. Whenever you’re working cattle, there’s always a lot of tension in the air, and the wife could retaliate by easing up on
Land Commissioners must maximize revenue off of state trust land to fund education. The U.S. Department of Interior secured three state parcels from 201016. However, the federal government did not guarantee the Kelly Parcel through the Grand Teton National Park Land Exchange Act in 2003. The Office of State Lands and Investments has received more than 9,000 public comments during the 60-day comment period and recommends a minimum bid of $80 million for the parcel. The board agreed to postpone the decision until the fall of 2024, but have decided to explore ideas of exchanging the Kelly Parcel for other Wyoming federal lands for oil and gas development. Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net. the tail a little bit. 5. Never homeschool your child together. This task should be done entirely by the wife, and the child will be well schooled in reading and writing. If the man participates at all, the child will be well versed in drinking beer, hunting, welding and the history of the National Football League. 4. Never hook up trailer lights together. In the end, the wife will get a fix-it ticket and the man will get electrocuted. 3. Never attend your 50th class reunion together. If you ever see or hear of a couple getting divorced after 50 years of marriage, you’ll know it’s because they went to a 50th school reunion together and old flames were fanned and fueled. 2. Never watch TV together. The woman will always hog the remote control and channel surf between HGTV, TMZ, Entertainment Tonight and some sappy movie, while the man just wants to watch one game and leave it on the same channel. 1. Never ride in the same vehicle together if someone in the couple is driving. The passenger of the vehicle will tell the driver every little thing to do, such as “Go slower. Go faster. Slow down. Watch out for that pothole. Don’t ride the brake. There’s not enough room to pass. Stop at the next rest stop.” And, so forth. Talk about road rage! In my humble opinion, riding together as driver and passenger is the number one cause of divorce. So, do what some friends of ours do and always ride in separate vehicles, even if you’re going to the same place.
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SALE REPORTS Bowman Cattle Seventh Annual Angus Bull Sale Reported By: Curt Cox, WYLR Field Editor Dec. 8, 2023 Sugar Valley Stockyards, Gering, Neb. Auctioneer: Kyle Schow 61 Coming-Two-Year-Old Angus Bulls Avg. $8,400 Top Sellers Lot 65 – Bowman Territory 266 – Price: $22,500 DOB: 2/16/22 Sire: S A V Territory 7225 Dam’s Sire: Vision Direct Deposit 4104 EPDs: BW: +2.9, WW: +83, YW: +143 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Harding Ranch, Meriden Lot 39 – Bowman Black Powder 273 – Price: $18,000 DOB: 2/10/22 Sire: Bowman Black Powder 904 Dam’s Sire: S A V Ten Speed 3022 EPDs: BW: +3.7, WW: +74, YW: +129 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Byron Miller, Minatare, Neb. Lot 22 – Bowman Linebacker 240 – Price: $17,250 DOB: 2/10/22 Sire: T K Linebacker F672 Dam’s Sire: Bowman Lever Action 9969 EPDs: BW: +3.1, WW: +92, YW: +154 and Milk: +28 Buyer: JW Simonson, Dunning, Neb. Lot 55 – Bowman Linebacker 264 – Price: $15,500 DOB: 2/12/22 Sire: T K Linebacker F672 Dam’s Sire: Vermilion Danny Boy X724 EPDs: BW: +5.0, WW: +92, YW: +158 and Milk: +26 Buyer: Monte Hamaker, Harrison, Neb. Lot 59 – Bowman Charm 254 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/12/22 Sire: BUBS Southern Charm AA31 Dam’s Sire: Vision Unanimous 1418 EPDs: BW: +2.9, WW: +72, YW: +126 and Milk: +25 Buyer: Bob
Noonan, Dalton, Neb. Lot 1 – Bowman Linebacker 272 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/10/22 Sire: T K Linebacker F672 Dam’s Sire: Vision Unanimous 1418 EPDs: BW: +1.9, WW: +78, YW: +139 and Milk: +25 Buyer: Rabou Ranch, Albin Lot 52 – Bowman Linebacker 238 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/9/22 Sire: T K Linebacker F672 Dam’s Sire: Vermilion Danny Boy X724 EPDs: BW: +2.4, WW: +74, YW: +136 and Milk: +24 Buyer: Dave Lukassen, Kimball, Neb. Lot 67 – Bowman Charm 275 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/242/22 Sire: BUBS Southern Charm AA31 Dam’s Sire: S A V Resource 1441 EPDs: BW: +3.2, WW: +67, YW: +110 and Milk: +27 Buyer: Dewey Hageman, Jay Em Lot 28 – Bowman Linebacker 248 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/9/22 Sire: T K Linebacker F672 Dam’s Sire: Mohnen Dynamite 1356 EPDs: BW: +3.2, WW: +72, YW: +131 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Jack Payne, Hemingford, Neb. Lot 42 – Bowman Black Powder 226 – Price: $10,500 DOB: 2/10/22 Sire: Bowman Black Powder 904 Dam’s Sire: S A V Pioneer 7301 EPDs: BW: +1.2, WW: +68, YW: +116 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Byron Miller, Minatare, Neb.
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Hummel Cattle Company and Friends Production Sale Reported By: Curt Cox, WYLR Field Editor Dec. 9, 2023 Snowy Range Equestrian Center, Laramie Auctioneer: Wes Tiemann Sale Manager: CK6 Consulting 27 Angus Bulls Avg. $4,437 One Registered Bred Heifer Avg. $8,500 61 Commercial Bred Heifers Avg. $2,500 20 Commercial Heifer Calves Avg. $1,350
Sitz Angus 58th Annual Fall Bull Sale Reported By: Curt Cox, WYLR Field Editor Dec. 7, 2023 Sitz Angus Ranch, Harrison, Mont. Auctioneers: Roger Jacobs and Joe Goggins 438 Two-Year-Old Angus Bulls Avg. $9,824 372 Commercial Bred Heifers Avg. $3,113 126 Commercial Bred Cows Avg. $2,870 Top Sellers Lot 4 –Sitz Logo 8148 – Price: $50,000 DOB: 1/27/22 Sire: Sitz Logo 8148 Dam’s Sire: LT Con-
fidante 8002 EPDs: BW: -1.6, WW: +87, YW: +149 and Milk: +33 Buyers: Alta Genetics, Watertown, Wis. and Ellingson Angus, St.
High Sellers Bull Lot 10 – HCC Rawhide J22 – Price: $9,000 DOB: 12/9/21 Sire: Poss Rawhide Dam’s Sire: A A R Ten X 7008 S A EPDs: BW: -2.4, WW: +68, YW: +120 and Milk: +30 Buyer: McGill Ranch, Laramie
Registered bred heifer Lot 24 – HCC Isabel J32 – Price: $8,500 DOB: 12/23/21 Sire: Poss Rawhide Dam’s Sire: Connealy Confidence Plus EPDs: BW: +1.6, WW: +76, YW: +133 and Milk: +31 Buyer: Reverse Rocking R Ranch, Maxwell, N.M.
Anthony, N.D. Lot 100 – Sitz Centennial 11702 – Price: $44,000 DOB: 2/1/22 Sire: Sitz Logo 8148 Dam’s Sire: Sitz Stellar 726D EPDs: BW: +0.4, WW: +83, YW: +139 and Milk: +26 Buyer: Dry Fork Livestock, Kaycee Lot 3 – Sitz Continuity 8732 – Price: $42,500 DOB: 2/25/22 Sire: Sitz Continuity Dam’s Sire: Sitz Exchange 4905 EPDs: BW: +0.4, WW: +78, YW: +133 and Milk: +30 Buyer: ABS Global, De Forest, Wis. Lot 103 – Sitz Resil-
ient 9492 – Price: $40,000 DOB: 2/19/22 Sire: Sitz Resilient 10208 Dam’s Sire: Poss Achievement EPDs: BW: -0.1, WW: +82, YW: +143 and Milk: +38 Buyers: Gartner-Denowh Angus, Sidney, Mont.; Arntzen Angus, Hilger, Mont. and JJ Angus, Connelsville, Pa. Lot 6 – Sitz Logo 10992 – Price: $36,000 DOB: 2/9/22 Sire: Sitz Logo 8148 Dam’s Sire: Sitz Investment 660Z EPDs: BW: +1.8, WW: +68, YW: +116 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Lunds B Bar Angus, Wibaux, Mont.
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December 2023
Getting Started in Ag: Net Cash Flow versus Net Present Value Cash-flow Projections Cash-flow statements describe the cash
cash-flow projections. Cash-flow forecasts
basis to provide an accurate picture of profit
inflows and outflows from various sources
are often most accurate when they are based
or loss for each enterprise.
for a farm or ranch business. Assembling and
on historical income and expenses at an
using cash-flow statements and projections is
enterprise level, preferably not an educated
Net Present Value
guess. For instance, a producer considering
Net present value (NPV) is defined as
changing a cropping system from alfalfa to
the present value of a potential change
corn would need to account for the effects of
determined by summing up the present value
Figure 1. Profit: bounded by total revenue and total costs.
an important step in financial planning. Most
Table 1: Example Cash-flow Projection.
agricultural lenders require both a cash-flow
the time value of money implied by this change
of cash inflows and outflows over a period
statement summarizing the past financial year
when completing an enterprise budget for the
of time. Net present value analysis allows
as well as a projection for the coming year
coming year.
the manager to compare a projected rate of
Before you can plan for next year, you
return with an associated discount rate. In
The information provided by cash flows
must know how last year turned out. It is
other words, money is not free; it has a cost
is also important from a risk management
important to keep both production records
standpoint. A comprehensive picture of your
and all receipts and disbursements. Save all
cash position and expectations for coming
income and expense receipts including, but
months can allow you to better plan for
not limited to, sales tickets, paid invoices,
uncertainty and take advantage of potential
checking records and credit statements.
opportunities.
These records should be sorted by enterprise
(see Table 1).
The link between time, cash flow and
or type of expense.
decision-making is fundamental to financial
Analysis of income and expenses at the
success. The time value of money shows up
enterprise level can help the manager to
in the form of interest, opportunity cost and
determine where the profit centers are, as
other aspects of planning, but it is especially
well as any areas that need improvement.
important to account for in planning cash
Whole -f arm expenses like insur ance,
flows. As a new or beginning producer, you
mortgage payments or fuel expenses should
associated with its use over time. Evaluating
may not realize the effect this can have on
be allocated to each enterprise on a per-unit
business decisions on a cash-only basis,
James Sedman is a consultant to the Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics in the University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources, and John Hewlett is a farm and ranch management specialist in the department. Hewlett may be reached at (307) 766-2166 or hewlett@uwyo.edu.
Figure 1: Partial Budget Framework.
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Table : Example o
T
input or changes rom al al a to corn.
without accounting for the time value of
or property insurance would not be included
money, results in overly optimistic results and
because those costs remain the same
will most likely lead to poor decisions down
regardless of the crop grown. However,
the road.
expense items such as dif ferent seed,
Budgeting and Accounting for NPV
fertilizer or tillage operations would be included in the budget. Make sure to carefully consider and include
Figure : Example o T output graph comparing cash-only to P returns or a change rom al al a to corn.
result assumes that the time value of money
A partial budget breaks a potential decision
all revenue and expense categories that are
into its possible effects by classifying those
expected to change as a result of the switch.
Alternatively, if we assume an interest
effects into one of four categories: added
This will help to ensure more meaningful,
rate, sometimes called a discount rate, of 9.5
returns, reduced costs, reduced returns and
accurate and realistic results.
percent to account for a positive time value
or interest rate is zero.
added costs (see Figure 1). The net effect of
It is also important that all estimates for
of money, the results are much different.
any potential change or decision can quickly
individual cost and revenue items, such as
Following the switch in crop rotation, the net
be summed into the potential positive benefits
commodity prices and input expenses, be
return declines due to the positive interest
(added returns and reduced costs) minus
as realistic as possible; these estimates can
rate. Accounting for the 9.5 percent discount
dramatically affect the outcome of a partial
rate, net returns fall to $810 per acre over just
budget analysis. The Multi-Temporal Risk
the first 3 years; returns begin declining after
Analyzer (MTRA) tool from
RightRisk.
the first year. In total, this amounts to $85 per
org estimates both cash-only and NPV
acre when compared to the cash-only budget
outcomes for proposed management
(see Figure 2). This reduction in income would
changes up to 20 years, as well as the effects
be significant if the switch in crops were
of risk over time.
made without understanding the possible
For example, consider a producer
consequences.
switching from alfalfa to corn. This producer
Clearly, it is important to consider the
assumes a $900/acre value for the corn
time value of money by calculating the net
crop (200 bushels at $4.50/bushel) as
present value for any management changes
added revenue. Reduced costs total $420
under consideration. A cash-only analysis or
per acre from reduced harvesting ($350),
cash-flow projection is inadequate in times of
fertilizer ($50) and insecticide ($20) expenses.
positive interest rates. As a new or beginning
the potential negatives (reduced returns and
Added per-acre costs for the corn include
producer, make sure that you have a firm
added costs).
seed ($125), tillage ($50), harvesting ($50) and
grasp of these concepts and that you properly
When building a partial budget, include only
herbicides/pesticides ($50), totaling $275 per
account for them in any financial planning.
items that will change due to the potential
acre. Reduced returns per acre include $750
Thoughtful planning that incorporates net
adjustments; do not include items such as
in alfalfa sales (5 tons/acre at $150/ton).
present value can go a long way toward
ulti-Temporal isk naly er
costs that will remain constant regardless
After entering these values into the MTRA
of the situation. For example, if a producer
analytics tool, the results on a cash-only basis
were considering a change in an existing
show a net return of $895 per acre over the
crop rotation, fixed costs like land payments
3-year period (see Table 2). Remember, this
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CALENDAR
SALES Dec. 20
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Interaction Working Group Meeting, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., Warbonnet Room, The Inn at Lander, Lander. More information will be released at a later date. Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality Meeting, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Wyoming Department of Workforce Service Office, Cheyenne. For more information, contact Eric Hargett at eric.hargett@wyo.gov or 307-777-6701. Nebraska Extension Cow Clinic, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Valentine Livestock Auction, Valentine, Neb. To register, contact Ryan Benjamin at ryan.benjamin@ unl.edu or 402-376-1850. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Safer Choice Standard Webinar, 12-1 p.m., online. For more information, visit epa.gov. Nebraska Extension Cow Clinic, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Atkinson Livestock Market, Atkinson, Neb. To register, contact Steve Niemeyer at smiemeyer1@unl.edu or 308-346-4200. The Wyoming Livestock Roundup Office will be closed in observance of the holiday. The advertising deadline for the Dec. 30 edition is Wednesday, Dec. 20. We wish all of our readers a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Stockmen in the Stockyards at the National Western Stock Show, Denver, Colo. More information coming soon. National Western Stock Show, Denver, Colo. For more information, visit nationalwestern.com. Nebraska Extension Cow Clinic, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Beatrice 77 Livestock Sales, Beatrice, Neb. To register, contact Wayde Pickinpaugh at wayde.pickinpaugh@unl.edu or 402-335-3669. 2024 Nebraska Ranch Practicum, Whitman, Neb. For more information or to register, visit nebraskaranchpracticum.unl.edu, e-mail Troy Walz at troy.walz@ unl.edu or call 308-872-6831. Nebraska Extension Cow Clinic, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., North Platte Stockyards, North Platte, Neb. To register, contact Randy Saner at randy.saner@unl.edu or 308-532-2683. American Sheep Industry Association Annual Convention, Denver, Colo. For more information, visit sheepusa.org.
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family. If the gift needs mailing, this is also taken care of for him. For many years, Pearson has dressed dolls. They are donated by girls or families who have outgrown them. They may be well-worn, but not broken. The dolls get a bath, a new paint job when needed and often new hair from an old wig. Then, Pearson makes each one six changes of clothing. The teenage dolls will have a wardrobe of slinky, glittering skirts
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LIVE CATTLE FUTURES
MARKETS
SETT PRICE
Month
Compiled from USDA Market News Service information and other sources
Location Volume PAYS 12-13
2331
Centennial 12-14
Steers Heifers
400-500 600-700 700-800 Over 800 Sltr Bull UnUnder 400FOR THE500-600 WEEK ENDING May 24, Sltr 2019 Cows 294-328 200-279
200-345 185-282.50
224-283 190-242.50
215-243 204-227
305 247.50
267.50-270 220-235
265-270 230
235 210
190-228 190-208
160.50-191 170.50-188
82-122.50 60-99.25
190
198-211 194
92.50-102.50 62.50-91
Crawford 12-8 1822 300-312.50 250-258.50
280
225-249
224
255
Torrington 12-13 7967
360-381 279-281
310-260 269-292
270-297 239-269
221-262 218-227
227-238 205-216.50
St. Onge 12-9 3000
305-346 280-297.50
284-330 249-282
260-291.50 235-267
220-264.50 206-226
205-224 185-201
Buffalo 12-13
80-150
109-115.50 81.50-112.50
$1275-$2050
205-221 179-214
98-118 78-109
133-168
182.50 171-182
110-155 81-92.50
Big Horn Basin 12-14 676 Billings 12-14 3246
Stock Cows Pairs
100.50-108.50 $1075-$3010 64.94
Riverton 12-12 1219
302-335 235-285
609
255-340 220-295
230-305 220-256
200-263.50 190-232.50
296-323 270-284
240-273 234-260
227-241 222-223
211-237 180-222
198-209 176-205
100-102.50 75.50-98
$1300-$2775
80-121 62-101.50
81-165
PAYS
Volume
Feeder Lambs
Slaughter Lambs
Slaughter Ewes
Stock Ewes
Change
162.35 162.53 165.95 163.65 164.30
167.50 167.93 171.58 168.75 169.53
+5.15 +5.40 +5.63 +5.10 +5.23
FEEDER CATTLE FUTURES SETT PRICE
Month
Week Prev
This Week
Change
210.28 211.18 214.43 217.60 230.30
219.35 220.13 224.33 228.25 240.40
+9.07 +8.95 +9.90 +10.65 +10.10
JANUARY MARCH APRIL MAY AUGUST
WHEAT FUTURES SETT PRICE
Month Week Prev DECEMBER 6.26 MARCH 6.42 MAY 6.49 JULY 6.53
1584
St. Onge
1463
Change -0.32 -0.26 -0.23 -0.22
CORN FUTURES Month
Slaughter Bucks
Week Prev
This Week
4.68 4.88 4.99 5.08
4.57 4.79 4.92 5.01
DECEMBER MARCH MAY JULY
Change -0.11 -0.09 -0.07 -0.07
OATS FUTURES
NO Report
Centennial
This Week 5.94 6.16 6.26 6.31
SETT PRICE
101-106.50 82.50-91.50
WEEKLY SHEEP AUCTIONS Auction
This Week
DECEMBER FEBRUARY APRIL JUNE AUGUST
FOR THE WEEK ENDING DECEMBER 15, 2023 WEEKLY CATTLE AUCTIONS
Week Prev
SETT PRICE 160-265 145-256
52.50-137.50 41-60.04
70-132.50 $140-$170
23-49
Daily Grower Bids Region Price US #2 Yellow Corn Southeast WY 4.3425-4.6925 US #1 HRWW Southeast WY 5.6250-5.9250 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 36-40/cwt Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Torrington Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Greeley, CO
Billings: no test. Equity Coop: no test. Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2 San Angelo: hair lambs 80-95 lbs 255.00-262.50/cwt; young hair 130-145 lbs 153.00-174.00/cwt; middle age hair 110-135 lbs 100.00-145.00/cwt. Ft. Collins: no test. South Dakota: yearlings 210.00-260.00/head; young 120.00-220.00/ head; Middle age 210.00-230.00/head; aged 115.00/head. Billings: no test. Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 38,000 compared with 42,000 last week and 36,000 last year. Source: USDA AMS Market News, San Angelo, Texas
National Sheep Summary As of December 8, 2023 Compared to last week traditional slaughter lambs 5.00-7.00 lower, others mostly steady. Slaughter ewes mostly steady to 5.00 lower. Feeder lambs under 90 lbs steady to 6.00 higher, heavier lambs steady to 6.00 lower. At San Angelo, TX 6,311 head sold. No sales in Equity Cooperative Auction. Western Video sold 1760 feeder lambs in Idaho, 390 feeder lambs and 360 slaughter ewes in Nevada. In Direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs not tested. 5,057 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 110-150 lbs 195.00-208.00. Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 100-145 lbs 170.00-227.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 100-150 lbs 179.00-200.00; 150-165 lbs 176.00-181.00. Billings: wooled and shorn no test. Equity Coop: no sales. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2 San Angelo: hair 40-60 lbs 290.00-330.00; 60-70 lbs 262.00306.00; 70-80 lbs 235.00-277.00, few 290.00-305.00; 80-90 lbs 220.00-250.00, few 265.00; 90-100 lbs 213.00-237.00. wooled and shorn 70-80 lbs 245.00-250.00; 80-90 lbs 225.00-244.00; 90-100 lbs 200.00-240.00. Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 57 lbs 255.00; 70-80 lbs 205.00230.00; 80-90 lbs 205.00-225.00; 95 lbs 222.50. hair 49 lbs 245.00; 50-60 lbs 245.00-265.00; 60-70 lbs 247.50-265.00; 70-80 lbs 215.00-240.00; 80-90 lbs 200.00-212.50; 90-100 lbs 190.00-232.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 50-60 lbs 265.00-275.00; 60-70 lbs 250.00-270.00; 70-80 lbs 225.00-245.00; 80-90 lbs 220.00-245.00; 90-100 lbs 215.00-235.00. hair 60-70 lbs 267.50-295.00; 80-90 lbs 245.00-260.00; 99 lbs 182.00. Billings: no test. Slaughter Ewes San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 70.00-80.00, hair 80.00-84.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 110.00, hair 90.00-115.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) hair 72.0095.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) hair 70.00; Cull 1 50.00. Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 75.00-92.50; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 62.50-97.50; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test. South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 65.00-90.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 69.50-95.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 50.00, hair 55.00; Cull 1 20.00. Billings: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test. Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2 San Angelo: hair 40-50 lbs 295.00-330.00; 50-60 lbs 300.00324.00. Ft. Collins: no test. South Dakota: 31 lbs 320.00; 45 lbs 260.00; 50-60 lbs 252.00263.00, few 310.00; 60-70 lbs 246.00-255.00; 70-80 lbs 231.00254.00; 80-90 lbs 214.00-239.00; 90-100 lbs 192.00-206.00; 100-110 lbs 182.00-201.00; 110-120 lbs 171.00-185.00. hair 40-50 lbs 295.00-300.00; 50-60 lbs 253.00-280.00; 60-70 lbs 300.00; 82 lbs 226.00.
National Wool Review As of December 8, 2023 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 5.61 0.05 4.21-4.77 18 80s 4.99 0.05 3.74-4.24 19 70-80s 4.47 (0.05) 3.35-3.80 20 64-70s 4.21 (0.01) 3.15-3.58 21 64s 4.14 (0.02) 3.11-3.52 22 62s 4.12 0.02 3.09-3.50 23 60-62s -----------------------24 60s -----------------------25 58s 2.34 0.01 1.75-1.99 26 56-58s 1.72 0.03 1.29-1.47 28 54s 1.18 (0.02) 0.89-1.00 30 50s 1.09 (0.03) 0.82-0.93 32 46-48s 1.03 (0.03) 0.77-0.87 Merino Clippings 2.18 (0.04) 1.64-1.85 Source: USDA- CO Dept of Ag Market News Service, Greeley, CO Nebraska Hay Summary As of December 14, 2023 Compared to last week bales of alfalfa, grass hay and cornstalks sold steady. Dehy alfalfa pellets steady. Ground and delivered hay steady. Demand was light to moderate. Unseasonal warm weather across the region has been in the livestock owners favor so far this fall. Livestock has been able to graze winter pasture or cornstalks with little to no extra supplementation. Forecast looks very favorable for the rest of December with most daytime highs warmer than normal. Everyone says winter is a good time for a drought. Let’s hope it the dryness doesn’t carry over through next year! Central Nebraska Alfalfa - Good Large Round 170 Cane Large Round 130 Large Round (Old Crop) 125 Corn Stalk Large Round 67.50-75 Prairie/Meadow Grass - Good Large Round 150 Prairie/Meadow Grass - Utility/Fair Large Round 90 Platte Valley Nebraska Alfalfa - Good Large Round 160 Alfalfa Ground (Delivered) 215 Pellets 17% Dehyd 375 Corn Stalk Ground (Delivered) 115 Western Nebraska Alfalfa - Premium Large Square 3x4 210 Small Square 12/bale Alfalfa - Good/Premium Large Round 200
Month
Week Prev
This Week
Change
3.72 3.61 3.65 3.66
3.65 3.71 3.73 3.74
-0.07 +0.10 +0.08 +0.08
DECEMBER MARCH MAY JULY
SOYBEAN FUTURES SETT PRICE
Month
Week Prev
This Week
13.12 13.30 13.44 13.50
13.14 13.32 13.45 13.52
JANUARY MARCH MAY JULY
Change +0.02 +0.02 +0.01 +0.02
CUTOUT VALUES CUTOUT VALUES PRIMAL RIB PRIMAL CHUCK PRIMAL ROUND PRIMAL LOIN
This Week
Prior Week
Last Year
286.22 551.12 229.90 212.22 375.33
289.86 530.41 236.32 230.97 374.83
246.88 490.03 192.04 192.92 314.84
5 AREA WEEKLY WEIGHTED CATTLE PRICE Live Steer Live Heifer Dressed Steer Dressed Heifer
This Week
Prior Week
Last Year
169.94 170.37 269.63 271.18
174.45 174.30 274.59 274.83
155.79 155.55 246.82 246.79
Large Square 3x4 200 Alfalfa - Utility/Fair Large Square 3x4 130 Alfalfa Ground (Delivered) 150-180 Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Kearny, NE South Dakota Hay Summary As of November 14, 2023 Compared to last week: Alfalfa hay steady. Moderate demand for alfalfa, good demand for high quality grass to start calves on feed with. Very mild weather this again this week is reducing the need for supplemental feeding of beef cows. Beef cows are turned out on stalk fields east river, winter pastures west river. This mild winter season, so far, is really helping to stretch hay supplies. Dairy operators continue to deal with low milk prices and aren’t pushing the hay market because of it. Alfalfa - Good Large Square 3x4 250 Alfalfa/Grass Mix - Good/Premium Large Round 200 Grass - Premium (Delivered) Large Round 200 Corn Stalk (Delivered) Round 90 Corn Stalk (Delivered) Round 40 Wheat Small Square 6/bale Source: USDA Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Worthing, SD
The latest markets data can be found by visiting USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service at https://www.ams.usda.gov/market-news
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25 RUNNING AGE COWS: Blacks and reds, start calving April 10, $1,900. ALSO, 18 bred heifers, home raised, calving March 4 for 30 days. Top-end genetics and dispositions, $2,600. Call 970-620-1901 ............12/16
FOR SALE: 60 HEAD COMING 3-YEAR-OLD BRED COWS, that already have 1 calf under their belt. Bred to PAP tested registered, front end Angus bulls for March calving. Medium frame, deep bodied, 1,200 lbs. Good mothers, quiet and easy to be around. Ranch raised and running at Laramie, WY up to 7,400’. Will sell any quantity. We have videos and photos available. Call or text FMI, 307-7603837................................12/23
Angus ONE LOAD, FANCY, BLACK BRED HEIFERS: One iron, bulls turned out May 20, all first-cycle bred, start calving approximately March 1. Bred to LBW Black Angus bulls. Preg checked Nov. 2. Vaccinated, wormed and Bangs. Located at Gillette, WY. Call 406853-1835 ......................... 12/16 46 HEAD OF FANCY HIGH-ALTITUDE ANGUS BRED COWS TO CALVE IN APRIL, 2- to 7-year-olds, weaned steers averaged over 570 lbs. and heifers averaged over 550 lbs. All PAP tested as yearlings, $3,000/ head. Call Tom Page, 307-7608429, Laramie, WY ........12/23 FOR SALE: 100 FANCY, BLACK BRED HEIFERS SORTED FOR APRIL CALVING. Bred to 100% registered Black Angus, PAP tested, calving-ease bulls. Currently weighing 1,050 lbs. and grazing regrowth meadows at Laramie, WY 7,400’ of elevation. Ranch raised, medium frame, deep bodied heifers with gentle dispositions. Bunk broke. Dog, four wheeler and horse friendly. From long time Wyoming heifer development program, X Bar Cattle Co. Please call or text 307-760-3837 .................12/23
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FOR SALE: 200 registered and commercial Black Angus BRED HEIFERS, 1 group of F1 baldy bred heifers. Three groups AI bred to elite calving-ease sire: MAF Triumph O415 (Musgrave Exclusive 316 son 2022 highselling calving-ease bull) as well as GAR Ashland and SAV Raindance. Two groups pasture bred to “sleep all night” low birthweight, calving-ease Black Angus bulls sired by Sitz Logo 6197. AI bred: Group #1 due March 15. Group #2 due April 9. Bull bred: Group #1 due April 15 for 14 days. Group #2 due May 1 for 21 days. Vaccinated and poured/dewormed. Available FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. Delivery and volume discounts available. MILLER ANGUS FARMS, Estelline, S.D. Kody, 605-690-1997 or Brady, 605690-5733 ..........................TFN 200 BLACK ANGUS BRED HEIFERS: South Dakota origin, OCVD, exposed to proven LBW Black Angus bulls for 45 days. Start calving Feb. 1, 2024. References available. Call 785-394-1955 (cell), 785394-2374 (home) or 785-7315067 .............................. 12/16
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BULLS FOR SALE Registered Yearling and Two-Year-Old Black Angus Range Bulls for sale Private Treaty. Good selection for heifers and cows. From popular sires & industry leaders including Spur, Rito 707, Encore and others. Semen tested & ready to go. www.claycreek.net
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Brands WE ARE OFFERING FOR SALE THE ANCHOR BRAND: RRC, BS, RTH. One of Wyoming’s great one iron brands. The anchor has been a registered brand since the very early years in Wyoming, appearing in the 1909-1912 brand book. We know this brand has significant historic and monetary value and we have priced it accordingly at $15,000. If interested, you can call or message me at 307330-4343 ....................... 12/23
GOING, GOING, GONE. THAT'S WHAT YOU'LL SAY WITH ROUNDUP CLASSIFIEDS
Brands OLD WYOMING REGISTERED BRAND: Mill iron, inverted heart. LHC, LHH. Renewed until January 2029. Two sets of irons and additional small irons available. Asking $5,000. Call 307899-9232 ............................. 12/16 HISTORIC WYOMING BRAND: Registered in 1912 by Goelette Gallatin, two-iron brand, two sets of irons available. LRC, BS, LSH. The lazy PN brand is paid until January 2033. Seller will pay transfer fee. Asking $3,500. Call 307-272-4215 ........... 12/16 WYOMING BRAND FOR SALE: LSC AND RSH. Asking $4,000 OBO with one set of irons. Call Tena Cook, 308-615-0004 .................... 12/30
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FOR SALE: ONE IRON HIGH ELEVATION RED ANGUS BRED HEIFERS. Summered at 9,000’, currently running at Laramie, WY. Home-raised, fancy, deep bodied heifers weighing 1,000 lbs. 55 AI bred to 9 Mile Franchise and Bieber Energize to calve first week of March. 100 bull bred for March 15 for 30 days. 75 bull bred for April 15 for 10 days. Bred to 100% PAP tested, low birthweight Red Angus bulls. FMI, price and videos, please call 307-760-3837 ....... 12/23
EIGHT COMING 2-YEAR-OLD VIRGIN HEREFORD BULLS: Pasture and hay raised with longevity in mind. These are not the kind that melt. Moderate birthweights, good pigment. Tested prior to delivery with vaccinations and deworming made current, will deliver for the cost of fuel only. Purchase 3 bulls or more saves $25/head. $2,135/head. Call 307-851-2426 or e-mail ruralandsf@yahoo.com ........12/23
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BEAUTIFUL HOME-RAISED MINIATURE QUEENSLAND BLUE HEELER PUPS: Born Sept. 19, male/female, parents onsite, raised with kids/cats/ livestock, mom 22 lbs., dad 20 lbs. ALSO, KELPIE/MINI AUSSIE PUPS, born Sept. 6, 2023, male/female, mom 30 lbs., dad 28 lbs., parents onsite, beautiful colors/personality. All pups bred for family quality/disposition/health/smarts. For more information, pricing/delivery options call 406-581-7586 (call or text). ALSO, older pups/young adults, Christmas specials starting at $300 and up. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds ............... 12/23
YELLOW AND BLACK LABRADOR PUPPIES FOR SALE $1,200 • DOB 11/4/23 AKC registered litter. Championship bloodlines, excellent dispositions. Sire (yellow) and Dam (black) are pointing labs, AKC and UKC registered with OFA certified hips and elbows. Certified pedigrees available. Sire UKC Hunt Retriever Champion. 3 colors in lineages. Litter is listed/registered on AKC Marketplace.
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THICK AND GENTLE POLLED HEREFORD BULLS OFFERED BY LONG TIME BREEDER. DNA testing and EPDs available. Johnson Polled Herefords since 1948. Call 208451-5519 ........................12/16
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2-Year-Old Registered Limousin Bulls
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Pasture
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FALL GRAZING AVAILABLE FOR 300+ HEAD OF CATTLE: Three or more months, Cody NE. For more information, call 605-488-0301 .....................1/6
LS CUSTOM LEATHER: Belts, tack, cell phone cases and much more!! Contact Lester, 307-6311053, leave a message. Located in Riverton, WY..........12/16
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Sheep
2023 FIRST CUTTING ALFALFA: Large net-wrapped round bales, located in Cody, WY. Can load. Call for price, 307-2502329....................................1/6
800 TONS NICE, green grass/alfalfa mix (80/20); 600 TONS MIX with rain and/or weeds (cow/grinding hay); 300 TONS GRASS HAY, green; 1,000 TONS TRITICALE HAY, mostly green, some with rain; SEVERAL LOADS MILLET HAY, nice!! All types, mostly round bales, some 3x4/4x4. Delivery available. Please call 307-6303768. Marketed by the Cheyenne, WY area producer ..............12/23
ROUND BALED GRASS HAY FOR SALE: Cody, WY area, 1,000 lb. net-wrapped bales, $60/bale. Call, don’t text, Anthony at 307-254-2645 ....1/13
Pasture Wanted
2023 ALFALFA AND ALFALFA/GRASS MIX HAY, 3x3 bales barn stored. ALSO, SOME FEEDER HAY and BARLEY STRAW available. Call 307350-0350, Farson, WY .......1/6
600 PLUS TONS OF 2023 GRASS HAY: Rounds and 3x4, $175/ton, Encampment, WY. Call 307-321-1444 .....................12/16
CERTIFIED BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE, 3x4 bales. Cody, WY. Call 307-899-1952.....TFN
SUMMER PASTURE NEEDED for small or big numbers, yearlings or cows. Call 406-8531835................................12/16 LOOKING FOR SUMMER PASTURE JUNE-SEPTEMBER 2024 AND BEYOND in eastern Wyoming for 100-130 pairs plus bulls. ALSO, we have winter pasture available for 100 head December-March on cash lease or will trade for summer pasture. References available. Call 307-331-4489 ..........12/30
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GOT PASTURE?? Pasture needed December through February for 60 up to 200 cows southeast Wyoming. Call Arnold Tollefson, 307-837-2111 .....................12/16 PASTURE WANTED for 2,000 yearlings and 500 pairs. Can split into smaller bunches. Call 701-523-1235 ...................1/13
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SELL YOUR COWS AND COMBINES WHILE THE MARKET IS HIGH. ecure reliable inco e during retire ent while kee ing land in your fa ily. EVALUATING NEW LEASES AND PARTNERING WITH NEW LANDOWNERS UNTIL APRIL 1. Minimum 7 year lease since we will invest in livestock water development and add pivots to flood irrigated ground. Call/text 307-429-8878. DO YOU WANT TO RETIRE AT THE TOP OF THIS MARKET AND KNOW YOUR LAND IS IN GOOD HANDS? Regen, LLC is a business that provides for ranchers/landowners the service of professional ranch management. We work to understand your needs on your ranch and provide a professional management team tenancy where you no longer need to worry about the work, get paid competitive rent and can keep the ranch legacy intact. Instead of selling, please consider renting the ranch to our team. We are a family business, based in Wyoming and with expertise in all arrangements of federal, state and deeded land and work every day to accomplish our mission. We steward land with regenerative principles, where animals thrive by connecting rich heritage to vibrant futures. Call Sage, 307-351-4875 or e-mail at saskin12@gmail. com ....................................5/11
Horses YOUNG RUNNING BRED HORSES FOR SALE: One weanling, 2 yearlings, two 2-year-olds. ALSO, a couple older geldings, one 4-year-old and one 7-year-old. If interested call or text 307-567-1598, if calls don’t go through send a text with your call back number so calls can be returned ..............12/30
Saddles & Tack COWBOY SANTA SHOPS HERE!! 5 STAR saddle pads and MOHAIR cinches. MONTANA Silversmith and AUSTIN Accent jewelry, MONEY clips, barrettes and MORE… Tom BALDING and DUTTON BITS and SPURS. It’s ALWAYS a great day to $AVE on BOOTS: HONDO, BOULET, JUSTIN WORK BOOTS, TWISTED X (boots and shoes) and more!! RIDE, ROPE, WORK and play!! LEATHER belts, WALLETS, checkbook covers. Wool VESTS, silk SCARVES and more!! WE CAN ship!! Shop Moss Saddles, Boots and Tack, 4648 West Yellowstone Highway, Casper, WY; 307-472-1872. Our family serving yours for 50 years!! Check us out on Facebook or our website ......................12/16
Sheep
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TODD REINESCH 605-680-4719 25317 364th Avenue Kimball, SD 57355 rchoice@midstatesd.net THREE YEARLING RAMBOUILLET RAMS: Fine wool, open faced, B. ovis negative. Jim McDonald, 307-8561802 ............................... 1/6 ARE YOU IN NEED OF A NEW HERDER CAMP OR A PERSONAL RANGE CAMP FOR YOUR FAMILY? Contact us at Western Range Camps and see what we can build for you. We specialize in quality, handcrafted camps built to your specifications. Contact us today to design the camp just right for you. Western Range Camps, 435-4625300, heidi@wrcamps.com, 1145 S. Blackhawk Blvd, Mt. Pleasant, UT 84647 ... 12/16
Swine WEANER PIGS FOR SALE, located in Powell, WY. For more information, call 307271-1014 .................... 12/23
Hay & Feed ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE 1st and 2nd Cutting Tarped 3x4 Bales Also Clean Wheat Straw Bozeman, MT
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325 TONS MILLET: Round bales, net wrapped, tested safe, good quality. Hillsdale, WY area, $135/ton. Call 307-421-3658 or 307-421-5587 .....................1/6 APPROXIMATELY 150 TONS OF SANFOIN/ORCHARD GRASS MIX HAY FOR SALE: Both first and second cutting available, 4x4 squares, $150/ ton. Located west of Powell, WY, can load. Call 307-202-0532, please leave message ........ 1/6 HAY FOR SALE: 300 tons left of first crop hay with protein ranging between 19.7% and 22.4%, baled mature, but not rained on, bales weigh between 1,500 and 1,650 lbs., $160/ton. 400 tons of second crop hay with protein around 21%, baled without rain damage, bales weigh around 1,650-1,800 lbs., $180/ton. 100 tons left of chop hay with 22% protein, contains a few weeds (curly doc) but mostly hay, no rain damage, $140/ton. ALSO, 140 tons of straw left, bales weigh approximately 1,100 lbs., certified weed free, $75/ton. All bales are 4x4x8 in size. Location between Lovell and Powell, WY. Contact 307-272-3712 ........ 1/6
1,000 TONS LARGE ROUND GRASS BALES: No rain, bales weigh approximately 1,300 lbs. each, $125/ton. Call Pete Bertolino at Roberts, MT, 406425-1351 ........................12/30
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HAY FOR SALE: Alfalfa/grass (80/20), large round net-wrapped bales, $185/ton, 150 tons first cutting, protein 15%, 190 tons second cutting, protein 18%. ALFALFA/GRASS (50/50), large round net-wrapped bales, $180/ ton, 17 tons second cutting, protein 12%. ALFALFA HAY, large round net-wrapped bales, $180/ ton, 149 tons first cutting, protein 11%, 64 tons second cutting, protein 12%. All hay lab tested. Tests available. Have ability to arrange transport trucks, market price. Call 307-217-0386, e-mail earlkmadsen@gmail.com. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds ....... 12/16
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BARLEY STRAW: Certified weed-free small squares, $4/ bale. ALSO, 5x6 round bales, $125/ton. GRAIN/OATS, $20/ cwt. Greybull, WY area. Call 307-762-3878 or 307-899-4714, leave message ...............12/30 ROUND BALE GRASS FOR SALE, FOB Powell, WY. Call 307-254-5115 or 406-4801248 ........................... 12/30 COW AND BARN STORED HAY FOR SALE: Grass, grass/ alfalfa mix and alfalfa hay. ALSO HAVE WHEAT HAY, oat hay and straw. Small squares, 3x3s, 3x4s and round bales. Delivery available!! Large quantities still available. Call today for best price, 307-630-3046 .................. 12/30
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Derek Jackson • 307-532-0338 • CHUGWATER, WY
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: Agco 7444 4x4 baler; New Holland 1075 balewagon; Massey Ferguson 2190 4x4 baler; Freeman pull type 3 string balers; Vermeer R23 rake; 3 John Deere 9600 combines; CIH 1010 25’ header; CIH 1015 pick-up header; Challenger MT655C tractor; Komatsu WA500 loader; CIH MX150 loader tractor; New Holland 145 bi-directional tractor; White 30’ disk; John Deere 960 26’ cultivator; New Holland 357 grinder mixer; Modern Mill (mix mill) feed mill; IHC grain truck; Freightliner sleeper truck; WS sleeper truck; Kenworth crane truck, 18 ton, 82’; WS 90 bbl vac truck, Pete 80 bbl vac truck; IHC 80 bbl vac truck; Wilson 53”x102” tri axle cattle pot; Cat 262D skid steer; Mobile Tech 9 yd. volumetric concrete mixer; Degelman 570 rock picker. View equipment at www.bigskyeb.com. Call 406-254-1254 ........................................12/16
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Advertise Today! Call 800-967-1647 or visit www.wylr.net Livestock Equipment TWO GRAVITY CAKE/ RANGE FEEDERS FOR SALE: One white Bolinger gravity cake feeder, holds 1,000 pounds of cake, $1,200 and 1 green Hastings gravity cake feeder, holds 500 pounds of cake, $500. For more information, call Chris, 307-258-6150. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds .................. 12/16
L CIA SPE4,990 3 $
2024 MERRITT 28 FT LARIAT STOCK COMBO ALUMINUM TRAILER 17,000# GVW Rating, 4’ Front Tack Saddle Rack, 16 Ply Tires, Center Gate, Full Swing Rear Door with Slide Gate, All Riveted Side Panels, Spare Tire, 5 yr Warranty.! MSRP - $43,995 L CIA SPE9,995 $1
2023 GR 24 FT GN STOCK TRAILER 7,000# Axles, 48” Escape Door, 2 - Center Gates, Rear Slider Gate, Rubber Floor, Toolboxes, Spare Tire, 1 yr Warranty! MSRP - $22,995 L CIA SPE2,995 2 $
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FIRST CROP ALFALFA WITH A LITTLE GRASS: No rain, tarped. Nice green hay, 3x3 and 3x4 bales. Approximately 300 tons. Carpenter, WY, $190/ton. Call 307-630-3937 ..........12/23
3 - 7,000# Axles, 3 - Center Gates, Rear Slide Gate, Rubber Floor, 48” Escape Door, Toolboxes, Spare Tire, 1 yr Warranty! MSRP - $26,995
2023 BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE, 3x4x8 square bales. Call 307-202-1719 .................12/23
PRIME RATE MOTORS, INC. 2305 Coffeen Ave. Sheridan, WY 82801 307-674-6677
GRASS HAY: Round bales 1,300 lbs. each. Hay analysis available upon request. Horse and cow quality, $200/ton. Call Tom Page, 307-760-8429, Laramie, WY ..................12/23 LOTS AND LOTS OF HAY FOR SALE!!! 1,350 lb. round bales, net wrapped. Grass/alfalfa mix, native grass, brome grass, straight alfalfa… Sheridan, WY area. Come and get it!! For pricing, call the ranch, 307-737-2680 or 702-5014243 (cell) ....................12/23
CLEARANCE SALE! HURRY! TAX BONUS ON TRAILERS! Ends Dec. 31st
L CIA SPE6,995 $3
ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE: First, second and third cuttings, round bales, net wrapped. For more information, call Mark, 308-726-5665 .....................1/6
FOR SALE: Barley straw, 3x3x8 bales, $60/ton. Located at Cody, WY. Call 307 899-6335 ...12/30
1978 CHEVROLET TITAN, Cummins, 10 speed, in very good shape. 1991 KENWORTH T600 60 series with 1987 Beall 40’ belly dump trailer. Very good condition, ready to work. Call 406-860-5448 .................12/16
15,000# GVW Rating, 4’ Front Tack Saddle Rack, Center Gate, Full Swing Rear Door with Slide Gate, All Riveted Side Panels, 4’ Escape Door, Spare Tire, 5 yr Warranty.! MSRP - $38,995
CUSTOM HAY HAULING. Call, 701-690-8116, send a text if voicemail is full or keep trying......... 1/6
LARGE ROUND BALES OF TEFF GRASS HAY FOR SALE: Net wrapped, was not rained on, top quality. $150/ton, price negotiable for large quantities. Trucking available. Call 308430-3457 if interested .....12/30
Vehicles & Trailers
2024 MERRITT 24 FT LARIAT STOCK COMBO ALUMINUM TRAILER
HAY FOR SALE: 3x3 and round bales. Call 605-840-0015 ..12/16
HAY FOR SALE: 2023 millet, first cutting alfalfa/grass mix, second cutting alfalfa. 2023 oat/pea mix and grass mix. ALSO, cornstalk bales. All in net-wrapped round bales. Semi load delivery available. Call for pricing, 701-6908116, send a text if voicemail is full or keep trying ..............12/30
2010 KAWASAKI TEREX 750 SIDE-BY-SIDE: One owner, tilt bed, soft top with back window. Will sell with or without new tires and wheels. Stored inside. Excellent condition. Like new, $6,500 OBO. Call 406-5983403................................12/16
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Irrigation
Rupp Hydraulic Calf Tables Rupp Hydraulic Calf Tables $5,250
Irrigation Systems The choice is simple.
•• Handles HandlesCalves Calvesup up to to 300 300lbs. lbs. •• Operates Operatesoff offtractor, tractor,bale bale bed bedor orremote remotehydraulic hydraulic unit. unit. Call Darin Kevin Coyle, McClurg, Horn Livestock Services Call Big Big Horn Livestock Services, Inc. 307-751-1828 • bighornlivestock.com 307-851-1634 • www.bighornlivestock.com
Antique Equipment ANTIQUE 2” BLADE BANDSAW, all heavy cast iron. ALSO, 2 antique grain cleaners, stored inside. 406-263-4501 or 406785-4501 ........................12/16
Fencing
Call Keegan • (208) 775 - 0135
Copper wire is being stolen from electrically powered pivot systems world-wide. Many growers have resorted to 24-hour guards, razor wire, floodlights and daily disassembly to protect themselves. T-L’s hydraulically No wire to steal! powered pivot systems can be Easier On You. designed with little or no wire to steal. Stop theft and discover T-L’s reliability, simplicity and low maintenance cost. T-L irrigation systems are easier on you - for life.
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Manderson, WY rairdenjlw@tritel.net • 800-770-6280
LODGEPOLE PRODUCTS, 307-742-6992, SERVING AGRIBUSINESSES SINCE 1975!! Treated posts, corral poles, buckand-rail, western rail, fence stays, rough-sawn lumber, bedding. SEE US at www.lodgepoleproducts.com and click our “Picking A Fence Post” tab to see why folks choose our posts!!...TFN Used guardrail for sale!! Great for fencing! Thrie-beam & W-beam; 20” & 12” wide panels by 13.5’ long. Truckload quantities available; delivered to your location.
Killebrew Irrigation Your one stop shop for all irrigation needs Lander, WY • (307) 332-3044 • Reinke center pivot sales and field design • Parts for most major irrigation systems • Underground and Surface PVC pipe and fittings • Pumps and Motors • Phase Converters
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3 TUBS RANCH: 3,316+ deeded acres in the treed canyons of 66 Mountain, LaGrange, WY. Lush meadows and mountain outcroppings. Deer, antelope, turkey and sage grouse. Run cows through 12 pastures, plus improvements. Excellent calving facilities. $5,100,000. Pictures and video at www.buyaranch.com. Call Casey Essert, Land Broker, 307-532-1750 ...................12/16 OREGON RANCH, Baker City, Baker County, OR. The Alder Creek pasture contains over 2,000 acres of native spring, summer and fall pasture. The rangeland is situated just east of Baker City, OR. The property is in good condition and has good perimeter fencing. The range is gently south facing slope with a variety of native grass. FIRST TIME OFFERING at just over $500 per acre for deeded and contiguous ownership, $1,095,000. Give us a call at 541-523-4434, Intermountain Realty, Inc., Greg Sackos, Principal Broker, James Dunlap, Broker, www.intermountainland.com ..........................12/30
Property for Rent ARIZONA!! RESORT LIVING LOCATED IN SURPRISE, AZ, THE SUN CITY GRAND!! Boasting three pools, fitness centers, golf, etc.!! This beautiful home on the golf course has modern living with all new furnishings. Two bedrooms, plus office, great and formal living and dining rooms. Just minutes from endless restaurants and shopping! Lanai with your personal waterfall facing the greens!! Pictures upon request. $2,500 monthly/5 months minimum. Wyoming owned!! Call Wendy at 307751-1017 ................................ 1/6
return to school, but would have graduated with the class of 1949. He enlisted
Hunter and Trish and Rod Vineyard; three grandchildren, Heath (Claire) Hunter, Riley (Heather DePra) Hunter and Maggie (Ian) Jolovich; four great-grandchildren, Trace and Quinn Jolovich and Hailey and Jude Hunter and numerous nieces and nephews. A private service will be held at a later date at the ranch’s family cemetery. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Platte Chapel of Wheatland are in charge of arrangements.
with them. Kelly was a hardworking individual. He dedicated
his career to ranching and auto body technology. He took pride in his work and was known for his attention to detail and craftsmanship. In his free time, Kelly enjoyed driving his team of horses, working with cows, fishing and hunting. He loved to serve his community and served on the school board for 20 years. Kelly was a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. He served in the Baton Rouge, La. mission from 1984-86.
He found strength and guidance in his faith and was an active member serving in the Bishopric and on the High Council. Kelly is preceded in death by his paternal grandparents Joseph and Selma Carpenter; his maternal grandparents Roy and Noreen Rasmussen; his aunt Anna Lou Thompson; his uncles Duane Carpenter, Don Carpenter and Gary Carpenter and his brother Bradley Carpenter. Kelly is survived by his
wife Jennifer; his children Trevor (Morgan) Carpenter, Kaycee (Philip) Sebastiani, Ty (Shaylyn) Carpenter and Linzy (Kevin) Maughan; his parents Derrill and Anita Carpenter; his sisters Bobbi Jo (Rick) Maxfield, Sherry (Ren) Bluemel, Lori (Tim) Salsbury and Misty (Ryan) Hurdsman and his grandchildren Jake, Emma, Dallie, Mateo, Micah and Wesley. Funeral services were held on Nov. 22 at the Bridger Valley Stake Center.
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Fred Harold McGuire Nov. 19, 1930 – Dec. 7, 2023
Kelly Quinn Carpenter Dec. 3, 1964 – Nov. 11, 2023
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66.856 ACRES, JUST NORTHWEST OF RED LODGE, MT BORDERING THE GOLF COURSE: This property is presently agriculturally zoned, current use is hay and pasture and it is fenced and cross fenced. Enjoy views of several mountain ranges and lots of water, including Spring Creek frontage, mature trees and lush grass. Could be zoned commercially, allowing for development of a number of homesites and/or other commercial ventures. This property is simply loaded with possibilities. Access is off Willow Creek Road. DNRC Right Nos. 43D 216331-00 and 43D 20002000, Pryde Ditch and West Fork of Rock Creek. $2,300,000. Property to be shown by appointment only and listing agent shall accompany all showings. Sellers ask that prospective buyers respect their privacy. Call Bill at 406-698-9266 for a tour of this parcel......TFN
member of the Board of Directors for the Wyoming Production Credit Association for 15 years and president of Wyoming Mutual Insurance Company for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jack McGuire, his sister Maxine Cossman, his infant son and his nephew Nate Cossman. Fred is survived by his wife Mickey of 68 years; daughters and sons-inlaw Mary Kay and Randy
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had a deep love for his family and enjoyed spending time with them. He cherished moments with his wife and was a proud and loving father to his children Trevor, Kaycee, Ty and Linzy. Kelly adored his grandchildren Jake, Emma, Dallie, Mateo, Micah and Wesley, with two more on the way in December. He found joy in teaching his grandkids and creating memories
RANCH AT MELVILLE, MT, SWEET GRASS VALLEY: Beneath the majestic Crazy Mountains lies 1,410 acres that have been under the same ownership for over 90+ years. 840 acres irrigated. Sweet Grass Creek ows through the ranch providing cover for wildlife and fishing. A full complement of improvements plus 2 homes. Call for pricing, Sidwell Land & Cattle Co., Richard Sidwell, 406-861-4426, 406322-4425 or e-mail sidwell@ sidwell-land.com.............12/23
in the U.S. Air Force and served for two years. He was honorably discharged for medical reasons. On Feb. 14, 1955, Fred married Mary Margaret “Mickey” Grant. To this union three children were born – two daughters and a son who died at birth. Fred and Mickey spent their life together ranching. They wintered in Platte County and summered in Albany County. Fred served on many local boards and was a
2 7/8”, 3 1/2” tubing, 4" drill pipe, 4 1/2" casing, 5" casing, 7" casing. Rods 3/4", 7/8” and 1" located in Montana, can ship anywhere. Call Mike • 602-758-4447
Kelly Quinn Carpenter, age 58, of Mountain View passed away on Nov. 11. He was born to Derrill and Anita Carpenter on Dec. 3, 1964 in Evanston. Kelly was a loving husband, father, son, brother and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Kelly married Jennifer on June 24, 1988 in the Jordan River Temple. Kelly
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OILFIELD PIPE: PRICE REDUCED!! RPJ Enterprises, Inc. 2 3/8”, 2 7/8”, 3.5” and 3/4” sucker rod is available. Used for fencing, corrals, cattle guards, etc. 2 3/8” and 2 7/8” are on average 31.5’ long per joint. 3.5” is approximately 42+ lengths and sucker rod is 25 ft. Pierce, CO. Call for details, 970-324-4580 ....... 2/10
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Pat and Vera (Hightower) McGuire, the youngest of their three children. He attended school in Wheatland. During his junior year, Fred was badly injured in a horse accident. He did not
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FOR SALE: With clear views of the Beartooth Mountains, this pristine 89-acre property with 2,175 ft. of river frontage is located directly across from the Game and Fish hatchery on the Clarks Fork River. With plenty of building sites and abundant pasture, there is plenty of room for livestock, crops or your new home. It is rich with numerous wildlife species and blue-ribbon fishing, with approximately 50 acres of irrigated ground. All acreage is approximate and subject to survey before closing. Irrigation fees are to be determined as well. CALL MIKE CREEL AT COLDWELL BANKER ANTLERS REALTY, INC. 307-587-5533. To view photos, go to www.codyproperty.com, MLS# 10022475, $899,000 ...........................12/16
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Fred McGuire, a lifelong resident of Wheatland and Platte County, passed away on Dec. 7 at the Platte County Legacy Home in Wheatland at the age of 93. Fred was born on Nov. 19, 1930 in Wheatland to
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PIPE FOR SALE!! 2 7/8”, 3 1/2” tubing, 4” drill pipe, 4 1/2” casing, 5” casing, 7” casing. Rods 3/4”, 7/8” and 1” located in Montana, can ship anywhere. Call Mike, 602-758-4447. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds..............4/20
Buildings 2019 ALASKA STRUCTURES 40’x120’ GTX, Category II, enclosed fabric structure. $185,000 OBO. Call 719-649-7837, Cody, WY. To view photos, go to www. wylr.net in the classifieds ...... 1/6
Books FOR SALE, a lot of out of print Wyoming and lawman books. ALSO, brand books. Open by appointment. Call Cowboy & Indian Antiques & Art, 605490-1606, e-mail aplanpeg@ rapidnet.com ............... 12/23
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WBC continued from page 1 businesses successful. Dorrell noted, “As economists, we love imports and exports, and in Wyoming, we export many things which bring revenue to the state.” According to WBC, Wyoming’s agricultural sector is the state’s third-largest industry, contributing $1.8 billion per year to Wyoming’s economy. To help Wyoming producers reach new markets, WBC has created a new tool to help with exporting goods – Wyoming Table. Wyoming Table connects regional, national and international customers with local producers. The online tool allows customers to access the most delicious food and drinks from local producers in Wyoming. “Wyoming Table is a really cool directory of the goods and services created by local producers,” Dorrell explained. “We want to help producers connect to a global market, because we know exporting products is a great thing for local business owners and the economy of Wyoming.” Exporting talent “We like exporting goods, but we don’t like exporting talent. Wyoming does export more talent than any of our neighbors,” Dorrell noted. “We export 55 percent of the people who were born here.” Wyoming exports more individuals every year than it keeps. Students graduate from Wyoming high schools and colleges, only to take their newly-learned skills outside of the state. In fact, a 2020 report from McKinsey and Company revealed about 66 percent of University of Wyoming (UW) graduates relocate after earning their degrees, many of whom migrate to surrounding Western states. “It’s part of the WBC mission to make sure there are opportunities for Wyomingites, for those who leave to travel and receive an education but want to return to the lifestyle they grew up with and love,” he expressed.
“There’s a lot we have to offer, but we need to work together and invest in our communities. We need to find solutions to the challenges we are facing and create jobs for our youth.” Growing Wyoming’s economy “A Wyoming kid had an idea, and he worked on it while attending UW. Today, this idea is a company called Plenty Unlimited, Inc. (Plenty),” Dorrell stated. “This kid was Nate Storey, who, while earning a PhD in agronomy, developed a new company revolutionizing the way produce is cultivated and sold.” Plenty specializes in vertical, indoor farming – a new industry gaining attention for its ability to supply high-quality produce yearround using relatively small amounts of water and land without the use of pesticides. “Plenty grows food indoors, which allows us to grow it almost anywhere and to grow almost anything,” Dorrell added. “In much of the world where food supplies are constrained by geography and the environment, Plenty can grow food.” In February 2023, Plenty announced it would expand its research and development capabilities by building its latest vertical research center in Laramie. Plenty’s new research center is projected to be a more than 60,000-square-foot facility built on 16 acres of land in the Cirrus Sky Technology Park in Laramie. “As the state’s economic development agency, we want to make it so each community can have its own special identity, have its own special economy and be able to solve the challenges that come before them,” Dorrell concluded. “And, we see Plenty as a really good model to do just this, while stopping the export of what we love the most.” Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
CROSSWORD Wyoming Livestock Roundup Crosswords, created by Myles Mellor.
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SALE REPORTS The Berry's Annual Hereford Bull Sale The Berry’s Annual Hereford Bull Sale Reported By: Jared Murnin, WYLR Field Editor Dec. 11, 2023 The Berry’s Hereford Ranch, Cheyenne Auctioneer: Joe Goggins 61 Two-Year-Old Hereford Bulls Avg. $6,627 Top Sellers Lot 60K – B Super Advance 60K – Price: $16,000 DOB: 3/29/22
Sire: HH Advance 8392F ET Dam’s Sire: NJW Long Haul 36E ET EPDs: BW: +2.5, WW: +63, YW:
+102 and Milk: +43 Buyer: Mueler Ranch, Carpenter Lot 11K – B Super Advance 11K – Price: $15,000 DOB: 3/14/22 Sire: HH Advance 8392F ET Dam’s Sire: Ponca 0145X Domino 411 EPDs: BW: +3.1, WW: +52, YW: +92 and Milk: +34 Buyer: Lowell Fisher Herefords, Spencer, Neb. Lot 119K – B Super Advance 119K – Price: $15,000 DOB: 4/19/22 Sire: HH Advance 8392F ET Dam’s Sire: H Outcross 7422 ET EPDs: BW: +3.6, WW: +60, YW: +99 and
Milk: +34 Buyer: Allnut Ranch, Walden, Colo. Lot 21K – B Final Test 21K – Price: $14,000 DOB: 3/17/22 Sire: F Final Test 722 Dam’s Sire: NJW Long Haul 36E ET EPDs: BW: +2.4, WW: +74, YW: +119 and Milk: +34 Buyer: Bedtick Ranch, Douglas Lot 25K – B Trailblazer 25K – Price: $13,500 DOB: 3/19/22 Sire: H Outcross 7422 ET Dam’s Sire: B Sensational 2Z EPDs: BW: +3.4, WW: +59, YW: +96 and Milk: +30 Buyer: Meyring Livestock, Walden, Colo.
Subscribe to the Wyoming Livestock Roundup for $60 per year by calling 307-234-2700 Weston Garrett • 605-210-1629 Austin Snook • 307-290-2161 Casey Sellers • 307-217-2614 Taylor Snook • 307-290-2273 Jim Forbes • 307-351-5932 Craig Deveraux • 307-746-5690 Tye Curuchet • 307-351-8666 Dan Catlin • 406-671-7715 Daniel Escoz • 307-217-1440 Clint Snook • 307-290-4000 Kade Kinghorn • 307-620-0525 Cheyenne Seymour • 605-641-0638 Auctioneer: Curt Westland • 605-210-3329 Office • 307-684-0789
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Market Report • December 13, 2023 Light run of feeders with a good demand on weaned cattle with shots. Weigh up market remained steady. Next week is our “Cows for Christmas” Bred Cow Sale and this will be the last sale of the year! Thank you and we appreciate your business! FEEDER CATTLE VINCENT J & PAIGE D OEDEKOVEN, GILLETTE WY 83 BWFHFRCF WND, PC 551 253.00 WT 1,393.48 27 BLK/BWFHFRCF WND, PC 426 284.00 WT 1,210.15 GALEN OR KIM KRETSCHMAN, GILLETTE WY 48 BLKHFRCF WND, PC 522 260.00 WT 1,357.68 20 BLK/BWF XHFRCF WND, PC 584 242.00 WT 1,413.88 9 BLKSTRCF WND, PC 477 304.00 WT 1,450.75 LOGAN D OR JOLENE D BAKER, BANNER WY 34 BLK-STRCF PC 495 303.00 WT 1,500.74 5 BLK-HFRCF PC 540 234.00 WT 1,263.60 RAFTER STAR RANCH LLC, BANNER WY 23 BLKSTRCF WND, PC 569 270.00 WT 1,535.47 21 BLKSTRCF WND, PC 482 308.00 WT 1,485.73 2 BLKSTRCF WND, PC 420 304.00 WT 1,276.80 DANIEL & CHASTA MYERS, BUFFALO WY 19 BLKSTRCF PC 686 227.00 WT 1,557.93 15 BLK-HFRCF PC 604 223.00 WT 1,346.92 JIM & LINDA COXBILL, GILLETTE WY 7 REDSTRCF WND, PC 644 241.00 WT 1,552.72 2 REDSTRCF WND, PC 528 273.00 WT 1,440.07 17 REDHFRCF WND, PC 558 253.50 WT 1,415.12 MICHAEL & MECHELLE DUNCAN, BUFFALO WY 8 BLKHFRCF WND, PC 551 247.00 WT 1,361.58 GEORGE OR HELEN MATHES, BUFFALO WY 23 BLK-HFRCF PC 580 242.00 WT 1,404.12 RULE LIVESTOCK, BUFFALO WY 10 BLKSTRCF WND, PC 442 313.00 WT 1,381.89
YONKEE LAND & LIVESTOCK C, PARKMAN WY 4 BLK/BWFSTRCF WND, PC 596 240.00 WT 1,431.00 20 BLK/BWFHFRCF WND, PC 512 249.00 WT 1,275.50 KIM OR NETZI LEMMON LODAHL, POWELL WY 10 BLK-STRCF PC 665 229.00 WT 1,521.70 GORDON RANCH, KAYCEE WY 12 BLKHFRCF WND, PC 508 245.00 WT 1,243.37 SHAWN ACORD, WESTON WY 11 BLK/BWFHFRCF WND, PC 653 222.00 WT 1,449.05 CHARLES D. OR TRACEY E. FIRNEKAS, KAYCEE WY 21 BLK-STRCF PC 555 260.00 WT 1,443.61 5 BLK-STRCF PC 434 323.00 WT 1,401.82 24 BLK-HFRCF PC 523 252.50 WT 1,320.36 JESSE C. & BOBBI TROUTMAN, BUFFALO WY 3 BLKHFRCF WND, PC 510 254.00 WT 1,295.40 DONNA H TARVER TRUST, GILLETTE WY 7 BLK-BULLCF PC 457 296.00 WT 1,353.14 11 RED-BULLCF PC 433 307.00 WT 1,329.86 10 BLK-HFRCF PC 453 270.00 WT 1,221.75 COWS/HEIFERETTES/COWETTES SCOTT & JAYMI BARRY, BANNER WY 1 BLK-HFRTTE 990 125.50 WT 1,242.45 16 BLK-HFRTTE 843 140.00 WT 1,179.93 MIKE & CHRIS CURUCHET, KAYCEE WY 2 BLK-HFRTTE 950 141.00 WT 1,339.50 9 BLK-HFRTTE 1042 127.00 WT 1,323.62 DANIEL OR SHERRYL FRAKER, KAYCEE WY 1 BLK-HFRTTE 1135 117.00 WT 1,327.95 1 BLK-COW 1540 88.50 WT 1,362.90 2 BLK-COW 1270 85.50 WT 1,085.85 1 BLK-COWETTE 1060 104.00 WT 1,102.40 PHILIP W & JEANNE M. HABECK, MOORCROFT WY 5 BLK-COW 1374 88.50 WT 1,215.99 2 BLK-HFRTTE 1008 113.00 WT 1,138.47 DANIEL & CHASTA MYERS, BUFFALO WY 1 RED-COW 1430 84.00 WT 1,201.20 1 BLK-COWETTE 1055 113.00 WT 1,192.15
GARY OR CHERYL GODLEY, KAYCEE WY 3 BLK-COWETTE 1037 112.00 WT 1,161.06 RICHARD W & DEBRA RAE EDWARDS, GILLETTE W 1 BLK-COW 1355 85.00 WT 1,151.75 1 BLK-COWETTE 1130 101.00 WT 1,141.30 BLACK THUNDER CATTLE LLC, NEWCASTLE WY 5 BLK-COW 1531 85.50 WT 1,309.00 1 BLK-COW 1270 89.00 WT 1,130.30 6 BLK-COW 1426 91.50 WT 1,304.63 PHILIP & JAN PAINTER, BUFFALO WY 1 BLK-COW 1220 91.00 WT 1,110.20 RUSTY WILLIAMSON, MOORCROFT WY 1 BBROC-COW 1310 88.50 WT 1,159.35 TOBY WILLIAMSON, MOORCROFT WY 1 BLK-COW 1300 88.50 WT 1,150.50 YONKEE LAND & LIVESTOCK C, PARKMAN WY 8 HERE-COW 1534 83.00 WT 1,273.53 1 HERE-COW 1310 83.00 WT 1,087.30 1 BBROC-COW 1475 84.00 WT 1,239.00 1 HERE-COW 1290 86.00 WT 1,109.40 8 HERE-COW 1311 85.00 WT 1,114.03 2 BWF-COW 1258 87.50 WT 1,100.31 LEVI AND LEANNE WILLIAMSON, PINE HAVEN WY 1 BLK-COW 1360 87.00 WT 1,183.20 JIM OR EMORY FORBES, KAYCEE WY 2 BLK-COW 1575 84.00 WT 1,323.00 DUSTIN OR HERBERT BUCKMILLER, MOORCROFT WY 1 BLK-COW 1450 82.50 WT 1,196.25 2 BLK-COW 1665 83.00 WT 1,381.95 TONY N OR KATHY LARSEN, SHERIDAN WY 2 BLK-COW 1375 83.00 WT 1,141.25 BULLS PHILIP W & JEANNE M. HABECK, MOORCROFT WY 1 BLK-BULL 2020 106.50 WT 2,151.30 TODD ENDERS, DECKER MT 1 HERE-BULL 2135 105.00 WT 2,241.75 1 BLK-BULL 2235 103.50 WT 2,313.22 1 BLK-BULL 2105 102.50 WT 2,157.62 1 BLK-BULL 2125 101.00 WT 2,146.25 1 BLK-BULL 2020 103.50 WT 2,090.70 GARY OR CHERYL GODLEY, KAYCEE WY 1 BLK-BULL 1865 105.00 WT 1,958.25
December 20, 2023 • “Cows for Christmas” Bred Cow Sale • Powder River Angus
o 114 head of Black Angus cows, all bred to AI sire bulls or Powder River Angus bulls. These cows will sell commercial but registration papers are available at an additional fee. The AI bred cows will calve mid February through March and the natural bred cows will calve mid to late March. ¢ 23 head of bred heifers ¢ 25 head of 3 year olds ¢ 18 head of 4 year olds ¢ 13 head of 5 year olds ¢ 6 head of 6 year olds ¢ 5 head of 7 year olds ¢ 9 head of 8 year olds ¢ 3 head of 9 year olds ¢ 12 head of 10-14 year olds • Victor Jones o 120 head of black heifers; ultrasound tested and bred to low birth weight black bulls. 60 head will calve March 1st for 30 days and 60 head will calve April 1st for 30 days. • Mike Mitzel- Full Dispersal o 102 head of black cows, bred to Powder River Angus bulls, start calving in March 20th for 45 days. ¢ 44 head of 6-7 year olds ¢ 43 head of solid mouth ¢ 15 head of short solid-short term cows • Moore and Moore Livestock o 100 head of mixed age black cows, bred to black bulls. • Schuette Family Trust o 46 head of black bred heifers have had all of their breeding time shots. They are bred to Vermilion Black Angus bulls and start calving February 20th. o 7 head of running age cows that have had all of their breeding time shots. Also bred to Vermilion Black Angus bulls and start calving June 5th. • Shawn Daly o 56 head of Red Angus bred heifers, bred to low birth weight Red Angus bulls, 14 head of them will calve February-March and the rest April-May. • Lucht Red Angus o 33 head of Red Angus heifers, AI bred to low birth weight heifer bulls Red Fork Clinger 2110Z and cleaned up by 5L Buckaroo 920-124k. They start calving March and April. o 17 head of black heifers, AI bred and cleaned up by VDAR Lone Peak 6161, a low birth weight heifer bull. They start calving March and April. • Triple T Land and Livestock o 48 head of solid mouth-short term cows, bred to Black Angus bulls, calve April-May. Gary Godley- Registered Black Angus Herd o All heifers and cows are bred to Powder River Angus, Kretschman Angus, and Little Goose Angus bulls. Begin calving April 5th through May 15th and they have had all their breeding shots as well as been poured. ¢ 15 head of heifers ¢ 4 head of 3-4 year olds ¢ 4 head of 5-6 year olds • John Rueb o 20 head of solid to broke mouth cows, bred to black bulls, calve March 20th for 60 days.
• Upcoming SaleS • December 20 - “Cows for Christmas” Bred Cow Special and All Classes of Cattle • December 29 - NO SALE! Everyone have a MERRY CHRISTMAS and HAPPY NEW YEAR! www.buffalolivestockwyo.com
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Wyoming Livestock Roundup • Volume 35 No. 34 • December 16, 2023
Four state leaders honored at 2023 Governor's Business Forum During the annual awards banquet at the 2023 Governor’s Business Forum, held on Nov. 14 at the University of Wyoming (UW) in Laramie, four Wyoming leaders were honored. Former United Bancorporation of Wyoming Chief Executive Officer W. Richard Scarlett III and WyoTech President Jim Mathis were inducted into the Wyoming Business Hall of Fame, while Wyoming Senate President Ogden Driskill (R-HD01) and Wyoming State Rep. Barry Crago (R-HD40) received the Legislator of the Year awards. Hall of Fame history The Wyoming Business Hall of Fame was created in 2013 to recognize businesses and industry leaders who demonstrate substantial business merit to impact their community. The Business Hall of Fame Award is a cooperative project between the Daniels Fund, UW College of Business, the Wyoming Business Council (WBC), the Wyoming Business Alliance (WBA) and the Wyoming Heritage Foundation. To be considered a Hall of Fame inductee, an individual’s business achievement should reflect the same
distinctive qualities demonstrated by Bill Daniels, a cable television pioneer who began his business career in Wyoming. The award may be given to anyone residing in Wyoming who has attended UW or has business interests within the state. There are two categories of awards for consideration. The Contemporary Award is given to an up-andcoming business person or entrepreneur with a vision for Wyoming’s future, and the Legacy Award is given to someone who has made historic and significant longterm contributions to the business community. The Legislator of the Year Award was created in 2022 and given to one member of the Wyoming Senate and one member of the Wyoming House of Representatives who are business champions. Legacy and Contemporary Award inductees Scarlett, an Army Veteran who graduated from UW, was honored with the Legacy Award and recognized for making historic and significant long-term contributions to the business community. His determination earned
him a reputation for integrity and community support, and he was recognized as one of UW’s Distinguished Alumni in 1993. As a former UW trustee, he served eight years on the Wyoming Financial Institutions Board and two years on the executive board of U.S. West Wyoming. “I want to thank the Daniels Fund, the UW College of Business, the WBC and the WBA for this wonderful award, and I am truly honored to be recognized,” Scarlett said. “The Scarlett family of Wyoming goes back five generations and our roots in Wyoming run deep, and honoring the family legacy has always been important to us.” The Contemporary Award went to Mathis, a Platte County rancher and WyoTech graduate. He has served many roles at WyoTech, including president from 1998 to 2000, before purchasing the institution in 2018. Mathis has created a legacy of hard work, and through his dedication and expertise, student enrollment has grown at WyoTech from 12 students in 2018 to more than 850 students. He was appointed by
Gov. Mark Gordon to the UW Board of Trustees earlier this year, and in 2021 he received the Laramie Chamber Business Alliance Business Person of the Year Award. “I am truly honored to be considered for this distinction and I owe thanks to God,” Mathis said. “My gratitude also extends to those who understand and support WyoTech’s mission, vision and values, which provide the best training and experience for the students in and out of school and provide great outcomes for the employer who hires them.” “Through their service to higher education and their leadership in the business community, both Scarlett and Mathis have demonstrated their commitment to Wyoming and a dedication to improving the lives of others,” Gordon said. Senate Legislator of the Year Award Driskill has represented Senate District One since 2011 and has served on many committees. He has served as chairman of the Senate Corporations Committee; Senate Travel Recreation, Wildlife and Cultural Resources; Select Natural Resource Funding Committee and the
Blockchain Task Force, as well as a member of the Management Council since 2019. He has demonstrated outstanding leadership as the Senate majority floor leader from 2021-22 and as the current president of the Senate. Driskill is a Wyoming native, sixth-generation rancher and small business owner who has worked on several legislative issues, including the advancement of career tech education, charter schools, forest management, endangered species and gaming legislation. “I cannot think of a greater honor than to receive this award,” stated Driskill. “The WBA is the premier organization representing and advocating for all businesses in Wyoming, and I am very grateful to receive Legislator of the Year.” Cindy DeLancey, president of WBA, stated, “Sen. Driskill has a wealth of knowledge, has worked on numerous issues during his legislative career and strives to find commonsense solutions.” House of Representatives Legislator of the Year Award Crago has served in the Wyoming House of Representatives since 2021, repre-
senting House District 40 and has served on numerous committees including the House Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources Committee; House Judiciary Committee; House Rules and Procedure Committee and the Select Natural Resource Funding Committee. As deputy county attorney in Johnson County and a partner at Crago Law Offices, Crago still manages the Willow Creek Ranch outside of Kaycee. “It is an honor to receive the Legislator of the Year Award from WBA, and a big thank you goes out to my family,” said Crago. “I am proud of the work we are doing to ensure we have a businessfriendly climate throughout the state and look forward to working with strong business advocates like WBA and its members.” “Rep. Crago is an incredible legislator, a talented lawyer and is focused on solving state issues. He has the ability to bring individuals together to exchange ideas,” DeLancey commented. Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
RIVERTON LIVESTOCK AUCTION Friday, December 8 &Tuesday, December 12 Market Report • 1,219 Head Sold Representative Sales COWS SHERIDAN 1 Cow, 1035# ....................................$112.50 LANDER 1 Cow, 2055# ....................................$112.00 THERMOPOLIS 1 Cow, 1050# ................................... $105.00 LANDER 1 Cow, 1115# .................................... $102.00 1 Cow, 1040# ................................... $101.00 RIVERTON 13 Cow, 1002# ................................... $100.00 THERMOPOLIS 11 Cow, 1005# ...................................... $96.00 BIG PINEY 5 Cow, 1168# ...................................... $90.00 FORT WASHAKIE 1 Cow, 1540# ..................................... $88.50 FORT WASHAKIE 6 Cow, 1078# ..................................... $88.00 RIVERTON 1 Cow, 1410# ..................................... $87.50 PAVILLION 1 Cow, 1425# ..................................... $86.50 THERMOPOLIS 8 Cow, 1225# ..................................... $86.00 RAWLINS 4 Cow, 1390# ..................................... $85.00 THERMOPOLIS 8 Cow, 1311# ...................................... $84.50 9 Cow, 1126# ...................................... $84.00 FORT WASHAKIE 4 Cow, 1292# ..................................... $83.50 FARSON 4 Cow, 1332# ..................................... $83.00 4 Cow, 1328# ..................................... $82.50 BIG PINEY 2 Cow, 1257# ..................................... $81.50 BULLS DUBOIS 3 Bull, 2153# .....................................$115.50 3 Bull, 1871# .....................................$114.00 1 Bull, 2060# .....................................$113.00 KINNEAR 1 Bull, 2095# .....................................$111.00 LANDER 1 Bull, 2050# .....................................$110.00 RIVERTON 1 Bull, 1925# .................................... $109.00 HEIFERETTES THERMOPOLIS 29 Heiferette, 896# ............................. $156.50 BIG PINEY 4 Heiferette, 940# ............................. $152.50 SHERIDAN 4 Heiferette, 1016# ........................... $152.50 BRED COWS RIVERTON 5 Bred Cow, 1238# (3-6 yr olds).... $2,050.00 51 Bred Cow, 1158# (3-6 yr olds) .... $2,010.00
25 Bred Cow, 1262# (3-6 yr olds).... $1,910.00 17 Bred Cow, 1150# (3-6 yr olds) .... $1,910.00 PAVILLION 6 Bred Cow, 1216# (7-9 yr olds).... $1,650.00 16 Bred Cow, 1311# (9+ yr olds) ..... $1,325.00 3 Bred Cow, 1310# (9+ yr olds) ..... $1,275.00 STEERS POWDER RIVER 4 Steer, 413# .................................... $321.00 PAVILLION 8 Steer, 456# .................................... $312.50 CASPER 5 Steer, 486# .................................... $304.00 POWDER RIVER 9 Steer, 470# .................................... $300.00 PAVILLION 9 Steer, 530# .................................... $280.00 CASPER 4 Steer, 600# .................................... $251.00 PAVILLION 5 Steer, 649# .................................... $249.00 POWDER RIVER 3 Steer, 666# .................................... $239.00 BOULDER 6 Steer, 721# .................................... $224.00 HEIFERS POWDER RIVER 13 Heifer, 469# ................................... $258.50 PAVILLION 10 Heifer, 479# ................................... $250.00 COKEVILLE 1 Heifer, 500# ................................... $248.00 CASPER 1 Heifer, 515# ................................... $237.00 PAVILLION 1 Heifer, 540# ................................... $230.00 ARAPAHOE 1 Heifer, 585# ................................... $223.50 POWDER RIVER 2 Heifer, 615# ................................... $209.00 BOULDER 3 Heifer, 691# ................................... $203.00 CASPER 1 Heifer, 845# ................................... $182.00
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Early Consignments TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19 COW SALE W/ SHEEP & HORSES START TIME 9:00 AM W/ SHEEP & WEIGH UPS LAST SALE OF 2023! BRED COWS Firnekas Ranch - 13 Blk Ang Bred ST Cows. Bred to Powerful Blk Angus bulls to calve March/April. Poured this fall. Nice set of high desert, proven producers! ADK Farms- 4 Blk Ang Bred Running Age Cows. Bred to Blk Ang bulls to calve March-May. Second Street Farms - 2 Blk Ang/SimX 4 & 7 Yr old cows. Bred to Blk bull to start calving March 1st. Rec shots & poured this fall. BRED HEIFERS Second Street Farms- 5 Blk Bred Heifers. Bred to LBW blk bull to start calving March 1st. PAIRS Second Street Farms- 1 Blk Ang/SimX 7 yr old pair. Nice healthy fall calf @ side. CALVES Firnekas Ranch- 30 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500-550#. Rec Bovishield Gold 5 & 7 way @ branding. Knife cut. High desert calves! Phillip Allen- 20 Blk & BWF Strs & Hfrs 450-500#. Rec 6 way & 8 way @ branding. Knife cut. 30 days weaned. Pat & Dixie Realing- 10 Blk Ang Hfrs 650#. Rec shots & poured. Weaned 30 days. On mineral program. High elevation calves!! Ryan Merritt- 7 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 600#. Rec shots @ branding & weaning. WEIGHS Firnekas Ranch- 10 weighs
TUESDAY, JANUARY 2 CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM • LOAD LOTS @ 10:30 AM
FRIDAY, JANUARY 5 COW SALE • START TIME 9:00 AM LAST FRIDAY SALE!
TUESDAY, JANUARY 9 CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM W/ WEIGH UPS, BREDS @ NOON CALVES Arapahoe Ranch- 500 Blk AngX Strs & Hfrs 400-500#. 100% all natural. High elevation. No hormones. IMI Global certified. ired by ia ond eak s all Colyer Hereford bulls. Very high quality! JF Ranch- 215 Blk Ang Strs 500-550# 200 Blk Ang Hfrs 500-550#. 50 Blk Ang Bulls 500-550#. All calves are weaned
and rec complete vacc @ branding & weaning. Poured @ weaning. Been weaned on Long stemmed hay and pasture. Fancy, high elevation & Reputation!! Emmi & Waldo Tarango- 200 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500600#. Rec Once PMH Pasteurella, Express 5 & 7 way w/Spur @ branding. Rec Express 7 w/Pasteurella & 7 way w/Somnus & wormed @ weaning. Weaned 45 days+. Fancy, high elevation calves! Jason & Laura Lozier- 140 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 550-625#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 8 w/Somnus @ branding & weaning(11-1). Weaned on Pasture & Hay. Sired by Lucky 7 Angus bulls. High elevation! Armstrong Ranch- 60 Red/RWF/Blk Strs & Hfrs 400650#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 7 w/Somnus @ branding & weaning(10-25). Been out on grass meadows & hay fed. Anipro Mineral program. Reputation, high desert, high performance calves! Jay Rodewald- 54 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 500600#. Rec Vision 7 w/Somnus + Spur, Vista 5 & Once PMH IN @ branding & Precon. Safeguard @ weaning (10-31). Sired by good Blk Ang bulls. Bunk Broke. Knife Cut. No Hormones. Nice calves!
TUESDAY, JANUARY 16 BRED COW SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM W/ WEIGH UPS, CALVES @ 10:30 BRED COWS Scot Weber - 30 Blk, BWF & Hereford 4-8 Yr old Bred Cows. Bred to Fisher Hereford Bulls to start calving 3-1 for 45 days. Rec Pinkeye, Multi Min & Safeguard @ preg check. High elevation. Bred up close! Complete Dispersal!
TUESDAY, JANUARY 23 ALL CATTLE CLASSES START TIME 9:00 AM W/ WEIGH UPS, BREDS @ NOON
TUESDAY, JANUARY 30 ALL CATTLE CLASSES W/ SHEEP & HORSES START TIME 9:00 AM W/ SHEEP & WEIGH UPS
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