Roundup for 8.26.23

Wyoming families honored for Centennial Farms and Ranches

Wyoming’s history is created through its farms and ranches, embodying the story of a landscape uniquely tied to each family’s history.

The Wyoming Centennial Farm and Ranch pro-

Quick Bits

Correction

The Wyoming Livestock Roundup would like to apologize for publishing the incorrect spelling of Lane Hageman’s name in an article titled “Wyoming State Fair Ranch Rodeo has a successful return” in the Aug. 19 paper. Additionally, award sponsors were not listed. These include First Northern Bank; Huckfeldt Trucking; Bomgaars; Bolln Minerals; WEBO Bulls; Clark and Associates Land Brokers, LLC; Newman Realty and Barb Dilts.

Ram Sale

The 95th Annual Wyoming State Ram Sale will be held Sept. 12 at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in Douglas. The sale will start at 11 a.m. and will offer an impressive selection of 292 total range rams, both white and black faced as well as some crosses. For more information about the sale or to view the sale catalog, visit wyowool.com/ramsale

Ranch Horse

The University of Wyoming’s Hansen Arena will host Ranch Horse Weekend, featuring Margo Ball and Matt Kelly, Sept. 16-17. On Sept. 16, Ball will host two ranch riding clinics, one from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and another from 1-4 p.m. On Sept. 17, Kelly will lead a working cow horse clinic from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Registration for the weekend can be submitted at forms. gle/Qz9zdvq6GPuEzQc76

Questions can be directed to Jenny Ingwerson-Niemann at jingwers@uwyo.edu.

ANCW Awards

The American National CattleWomen (ANCW) are currently seeking nominations for three cattlewomen who have gone above and beyond to be recognized as the Beef Promoter of the Year, Educator of the Year and CattleWoman of the Year. Nominations for these three awards are due by Oct. 15 and can be submitted at ancw.org/awards-committee

Winners will be announced at the Annual Cattle Industry Convention Jan 31-Feb. 2 in Orlando, Fla.

gram honored 13 families who have owned and operated the same farm or ranch for 100 years or more at the Douglas County School District Recreation Center on Aug. 19.

The families behind these operations demonstrate astonishing dedication and commitment to preserving Wyoming’s ag history.

Each year, the Wyoming State Historic Preser-

vation Office (WSHPO) and its program partners host the celebration to honor these families, and more than 260 families have been honored through the program since it

WLSB update

Sweetwater County brucellosis update given during recent meetings

The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) staff veterinarians hosted a meeting at Western Wyoming Community College campus in Green River on Aug. 21, providing those in attendance, either in person or via the web, with education regarding brucellosis and providing updates on Sweetwater County brucellosis quarantines.

State Fair Success

111th Wyoming State Fair has another successful year

Among many familiar favorites – twinkling carnival lights, Jackalope Catering’s delectable BBQ, shopping opportunities on the Midway and barns full of

Please see WSF on page 6

Following the Sweetwater County brucellosis meeting, WLSB held their scheduled board meeting in Rock Springs on Aug. 22, which included a review of the previous night’s public forum on the brucellosis situation in Wyoming.

Brucellosis update

The Sweetwater County update attracted a healthy crowd, as Assistant State Veterinarian of Field Operations Dr. Teckla Webb presented education regarding brucellosis and provided handouts.

Webb described brucellosis as a highly contagious disease which can be spread during calving events and transmitted from one herd

RMP draft released for southwest Wyoming Miss Rodeo Wyoming crowned

Bailee Mackey, the Evanston Cowboy Days Queen, was crowned 2024 Miss Rodeo Wyoming on Aug. 18 at the Wyoming State Fair (WSF) rodeo.

Mackey is the second Evanston Cowboy Days Queen to hold the Miss Rodeo Wyoming title. She is the daughter of Payton and Marlene Mackey, a fifth-generation rancher attending Utah State University, pursuing a degree in equine science and management, while receiving a minor in agricultural business.

Mackey enjoys riding horses on her family’s ranch, working cattle, riding snowmobiles in the cold, dirt bikes in the summer and tweaking motors in her spare time, along with competing in the Intermountain Reining Horse Association, coaching the Utah State University’s Equestrian Team, as well as improving the health of animals as a certified PEMF Magnawave practitioner.

The pageant

The contestants were judged in various categories by a panel of three qualified judges including Deborah Dilley, Mike Lorash and Codi Miller. Personality, appearance and horsemanship scores are weighed equally in the selection of Miss Rodeo Wyoming.

On Aug. 17, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released a draft resource management plan (RMP) and draft environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Rock Springs Field Office (RSFO) planning area, including nearly 3.6 million acres of public lands and 3.7 million acres of federal mineral estate in southwest Wyoming.

According to the document, this area spans Lincoln, Sweetwater, Uinta, Sublette and Fremont counties and includes prized hunting ground in the Greater Little Mountain Area as well as several big game migration corridors.

BLM’s draft plan

According to a BLM press release, dated Aug. 17, the purpose of the plan is to

establish guidance, objectives, policies and management actions for public lands under the RSFO.

“The plan is comprehensive and will resolve and address issues within the RSFO’s jurisdictional boundaries, which are identified through agency, interagency and public scoping efforts,” reads the release. “BLM strives for a balance of opportunities to use and develop BLMadministered resources within the planning area, while promoting environmental conservation.”

The document consists of more than 1,000 pages split into two volumes, presenting four alternatives for managing RSFO’s

Bailee Mackey Courtesy photo

Youth exhibitors, ranching families, ag enthusiasts and guests from all walks of life gathered in Douglas Aug. 15-19 for Wyoming’s premier summer event – the 111th Wyoming State Fair (WSF).

Crowning champions – Among the hustle and bustle of the Wyoming State Fair (WSF) is the youth exhibitors who have the opportunity to show off months of hard work in the showring. Winning livestock shows at WSF is a highly sought after and incredibly esteemed honor. Pictured is Livestock Judge Mark Blake of Gibbon, Neb. crowning Alva’s Gabriella Jordon with the Supreme Champion Female. Altitude Advantage Photography photo

GUEST OPINIONS The Need For Concern

Ever since Joe Biden has been president, the West and its agriculture industry have been threatened and under attack – maybe not as threatened as the energy industry has, that is, up until lately.

The issues started almost immediately after his inauguration, as his appointments took place at their desks. Most were noted to not be so friendly to agriculture, specifically towards public lands grazing and livestock production.

The first slam was Biden’s 30x30 Plan, in which he wants to conserve 30 percent of the nation’s land by 2030. Of course, most of these lands happen to be in the West because of its public lands and lower populations.

After the announcement, the White House went quiet as concerns were raised.

We now realize a trait of this administration is to announce a program and release the details months later. The major problem with this is the administration develops all of these plans without any input from those who are going to be involved or affected. Then, they have a short comment period and the plan becomes official.

We have seen this strategy time and time again. It happened when they made conservation a “use” on public lands a few months ago. With this program, organizations or individuals could lease public lands for conservation and who knows what will happen with the land.

I would like to know if I could lease the public lands I graze on for “conservation” and improve them with government money. I may not have to deal with all of the hoops that tie us up for months with the environmental assessment.

The Biden administration has joined 12 other nations around the world in an agreement to crack down on the agriculture industry to fight global warming. These international governments have agreed to sign a pact pledging to target food production by shutting down farms, ranches and other livestock facilities to reduce methane emissions.

There was no discussion with the affected industries before the pledge was signed. The same can be said for the announcement of eliminating gas cooking ranges and stoves from our homes and businesses, which just happened. In a few months, we can expect them to release their plan on how they will do it – we need to be careful.

There is talk of Biden receiving pressure to enact COVID19-like lockdowns for climate change. He can declare a climate emergency under the National Emergencies Act to expand the president’s power to implement these lockdown measures without the public’s feedback. This comes at a time when 1,600 scientists declared climate change is not an emergency.

Seven months ago, the Department of Interior announced they had allocated $25 million through the Inflation Reduction Act to explore restoration of bison over an area yet to be defined.

Low and behold, a Cowboy State Daily News article came out this past week about a Montana congressman calling for transparency of the plan to expand bison on public lands in the West. So far it is another Biden plan held in secret.

I think Biden’s actions are pure socialism. I know I don’t

Checkoff-Funded Nutrition and Health Research Must Connect With New Consumer Audiences

By Angie Meyer, Cattlemen's Beef Board and Nutrition and Health Committee

I was a “city girl” until I married a third-generation dairy farmer. Since then, my husband and I have been actively involved in running our family dairy in Okarche, Okla.

Over the years, as I became a wife, then a mom and finally a grandma, I’ve become very interested in health and nutrition. Now, as a co-chair of the Beef Checkoff’s Nutrition and Health Committee, I’m applying my interest in healthy eating to help drive beef demand.

Beef in the Early Years

The Beef Checkoff’s principal role is to successfully drive demand for beef. To accomplish this goal, we must engage with a broad range of consumers. This is why the checkoff is expanding its efforts and working to reach different consumer audience segments.

And, through the power of checkoff-funded nutrition and health research, we’ve unlocked new audience groups – from infants and toddlers to teenagers and beyond.

We now have scientific evidence touting the beneficial role beef’s nutrients play in a child’s physical and cognitive development.

The research paper, “Meat Helps Every Bite Count,” says infants as young as six months of age need high-quality dietary sources of iron and zinc as their internal stores begin to deplete after birth. The unique, nutrient-dense

matrix of iron-rich red meat, such as beef, makes it an ideal first complementary food.

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) recently recommended animal-sourced foods, such as beef, to support healthy growth for infants and toddlers. Backed by this recommendation as well as support from the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Women, Infants and Children’s Program, checkofffunded “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.” launched a Beef in the Early Years promotional campaign.

Over the past two years, Beef in the Early Years has reached health professionals, parents and caregivers nationwide with attention-getting materials, infographics, preparation guides, eating tips, videos, recipes and more.

These materials have been promoted through YouTube, Google Search, Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Spotify and podcasts. Since its launch, the campaign has reached more than 32 million consumers with information supporting introducing beef to infants around six months of age.

Achieving results

Here’s how “Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner.” achieved those remarkable results:

1. A new nutrition research paper, “Meat Helps Make Every Bite Count: An Ideal First Food

for Infants,” was published in Nutrition Today, garnering thousands of views.

2. Messaging in top-tier nutrition and health journals, including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians and the Healthy Children Magazine, educated health professionals about beef’s benefits.

E-blasts were sent through lists provided by EatRight Pro and the American Academy of Pediatrics.

3. More than 2,500 health professionals registered for an educational webinar with Dietitian Katie Ferraro about the nutrient adequacy and safety of incorporating solid foods – including beef – when implementing the baby-led weaning approach.

4. Partnerships with five leading nutrition influencers helped reach consumers via social media and blog posts featuring tips for introducing beef to infants and recipes the whole family could enjoy.

5. An episode featuring Dr. Michael Georgieff on the popular podcast, The Nourished Child, was downloaded more than 2,000 times on various platforms. Georgieff highlighted the importance of iron for a child’s brain development.

Spreading the word

While beef is an important food for babies and toddlers, it’s also great for the growth and development of older children and teenagers.

In August 2022, to mark the start of the school year and World Iron Awareness Week, the Beef Checkoff emphasized beef’s role in building strong minds and strong bodies. The DGA has stated many children and adolescents aren’t getting enough high-quality protein, iron, zinc, choline and vitamins B6 and B12.

To spread the word about beef’s high-quality protein and iron, the checkoff funded these initiatives:

1. In-office educational toolkits were delivered to doctors’ offices across the nation. The toolkits included a letter, an educational tool and a tear pad for parents and caregivers. The offices have received approximately 1,500 toolkits to date, with more expected to be delivered in 2023.

2. An EatRight Pro and Nutrition and Dietetics SmartBrief advertisement and e-blast provided information about beef’s key nutrients for children and teens to more than 406,000 health professionals.

3. Partnerships with five leading nutrition influencers featured quick and nutritious school lunches, opportunities to increase protein and iron in adolescence and tips to ensure children build strong minds and bodies.

4. Through a partnership with the Retail Dietitian Business Alliance, the checkoff shared two educational e-blasts and a sponsorship page with educational

NPS releases draft EIS

On Aug. 15, the National Park Service (NPS) released a draft environmental impact statement (EIS) for a bison management plan at Yellowstone National Park.

The draft EIS introduces a broad range of actions for managing bison inside the park. This plan allows NPS to evaluate bison management based on new scientific information and changed circumstances, explore ways to reduce bison being sent to slaughter and to continue working closely with Tribal Nations and agency partners in management.

In June 2022, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service completed a 90-day finding of three petitions to designate and list a Yellowstone bison distinct population segment (DPS) of the Plains bison in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem as threatened or endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA).

Currently, the National Park Service estimates there are nearly 6,000 bison in and around Yellowstone Park.

The draft EIS will also consider the bison management actions likely to occur on lands outside the park in Montana, while acknowledging NPS does not have jurisdiction or control over actions such as hunting or tolerance for bison beyond the park boundary.

The purpose of the EIS is to preserve an ecologically sustainable population of wild, wide-ranging bison while continuing to work with other agencies to address issues related to brucellosis transmission, human safety, property damage and to support Tribal hunting outside the park.

This announcement initiates a public review period. Interested individuals, organizations and agencies are encouraged to provide written comments at parkplanning. nps.gov/YellowstonebisonEIS. Comments may also be mailed or hand delivered to: Superintendent, Attn: Bison Management Plan, PO Box 168, Yellowstone National Park, WY 82190. The deadline to submit comments is Sept. 25.

Additionally, Yellowstone National Park will host two online public meetings during the public comment period. The first meeting will be held Aug. 28 at 10:30 a.m. at bit. ly/YellowstoneBisonEIS. The second will take place Aug. 29 at 4 p.m. at bit.ly/YellowstoneBisonEIS2

At the conclusion of the 45-day public comment period, NPS will analyze and consider all substantive feedback received and prepare a final EIS. The final EIS is expected to be released in 2024.

Lawsuit dismissed

Federal Judge John R. Tunheim of the U.S. District Court for the District of Minnesota dismissed claims filed by a class of cattle ranchers in a long-running case which alleged large beef packers, including JBS SA; Tyson Foods, Inc.; Cargill, Inc. and the National Beef Packing Company conspired in an industry-wide scheme to fix costs and widen margins between the cost of live cattle and price of processed beef.

Further, the packers were accused of forcing the cost of cattle down and the price of beef higher, through cartel tactics like coordinated procurement and slaughter restraint.

The lawsuit also alleged the four packers violated the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890 by engaging in a price-fixing conspiracy and they violated the Packers and Stockyards Act as well as the Commodity Exchange Act.

Tunheim ruled the plaintiffs lacked standing to pursue their central arguments, stating the ranchers can’t refile their complaint without first gaining court approval on how they plan to amend the claims.

However, Tunheim indicated he was doubtful the ranchers could gain such approval, writing “they have not shown how they would amend their complaint to establish antitrust standing or otherwise overcome the deficiencies in their first pleading.”

Tunheim wrote in his decision there are too many stages in the beef supply chain and too much time between the ranchers’ sale of cattle and their purchase by meatpackers to adequately establish standing for the Sherman Act and Packers and Stockyards claims.

Companies merge

Select Sires, Inc. and Inguran, LLC (STgen) have signed a letter of intent to combine Select Sires, Inc.’s and STgen’s production, research and development functions into a new company.

The six U.S. farmer-owned cooperatives providing exceptional sales, service and support for the Select Sires family of products will remain independent and continue to operate just as they do today.

The STgen sales and service network will likewise operate independently and continue to provide the outstanding sales, service and support for the STgen brands of products their customers have come to expect.

Additionally, global distributors and business units of STgen and Select Sires, including World Wide Sires, will continue to operate in their respective geographies, representing their current brands.

Select Sires, Inc. and STgen believe by integrating their production and development capabilities into a new company, farmers will benefit from a broader and more cost-efficient offering, higher-quality products and more advanced technologies and services.

If approved, the combination of the companies’ complementary capabilities will also create greater opportunities for professional advancement for employees.

Angus tour scheduled

The South Dakota Angus Association has announced this year’s South Dakota Angus Tour will be hosted in the Northwestern region of the state on Sept. 14-16.

Attendees will have the opportunity to visit multiple Angus operations in the Northwest part of the state to learn about their operations and genetics.

On Sept. 14, the event will kick off with an opening social beginning at 6 p.m. in the Comfort Suites in Rapid City, S.D., followed by a meal and the South Dakota Angus Association’s annual meeting.

On Sept. 15, attendees will depart at 7:30 a.m. for tours of the Rounds Angus Ranch in Union Center, S.D. and Turtle Creek Angus, Ingalls Centennial Angus, Pine Creek Angus and Derflinger’s D Lazy T Angus in Faith, S.D.

Tours will continue on Sept. 16, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Attendees will visit Sletten Angus and Schauer Angus in Faith, S.D. and Garrigan Land and Cattle in Dupree, S.D. For more information or to register, contact Tyrell Dieters at turtleccreekangus@hotmail.com or call 605748-2404.

WDEQ accepts comments

The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WDEQ) is accepting comments on the Draft 2023 Review, Water Quality Standards for Salinity, Colorado River System (Triennial Review).

In compliance with the Clean Water Act, the seven Colorado River Basin States of Arizona, California, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Utah and Wyoming are responsible for reviewing and adopting the salinity water quality standards for the Colorado River Basin every three years through the Colorado River Basin Salinity Control Forum.

The forum recently approved the 2023 Triennial Review which can be found in the News and Announcements section of the forum’s website at coloradoriversalinity.org/

The forum and each of the basin states are providing an opportunity for public comments on the Triennial Review.

Questions may be directed to Tori Nye via e-mail at tori.nye@wyo.gov or by calling 307-777-7050.

Written comments may be directed to Nye at 200 W. 17th St., Cheyenne, WY 82001 and must be postmarked on or before 5 p.m. Sept. 15. Electronic comments may only be submitted through and accepted by the WDEQ comment portal at wq.wyomingdeq. commentinput.com. Phone comments will not be accepted.

MSGA files appeal against BLM

American Prairie, an organization with the stated mission to “create one of the largest nature reserves in the U.S.,” has implemented its mission by purchasing central Montana ranches and their corresponding Bureau of Land Management (BLM) grazing allotments with the intention of grazing bison on them.

According to Raylee Honeycutt, executive vice president of the Montana Stockgrowers Association (MSGA), bison are not an identified grazing species under the Taylor Grazing Act, which gives priority grazing rights to certain grazing species.

Nevertheless, BLM has awarded three significant changes to six of American Prairie’s seven grazing allotments – change of species from cattle to bison, changes to authorized seasons of use including year-round grazing and the removal of interior fences in central Montana.

According to a July 2022 American Prairie press release, BLM’s approval made it possible to graze bison across 63,500 acres of federal land and allows the organization to increase its bison herd from approximately 800 animals to 1,000 by 2025.

“BLM’s approval of such specific requests sets a dangerous precedent for ranching families across the West, especially for those in Montana,” says Honeycutt.

In partnership with the North and South Phillips County Grazing Districts, MSGA has filed an appeal against the BLM’s decision through the office of appeals in the Department of Interior and under the counsel of Budd-Falen Law Offices, LLC.

“The appeal is about more than bison grazing where cattle once roamed,” says Honeycutt. “We continue to look for support from people who are passionate about generational ranching across America, who are passionate about protecting multiple use on public lands and anyone who is passionate about holding federal agencies accountable.”

The Montana Governor’s Office and the Montana Attorney General have both filed appeals against this BLM decision, as well.

NEWS BRIEFS

Case IH expands lineup

Narrow operating windows make maximizing productivity essential during planting and harvest, regardless of farm size. This is why Case IH considered solutions related to purposeful design when deciding to bring its latest models of the Early Riser planter, Early Riser 2120 and Axial-Flow combine, AxialFlow 160 series, to the market.

Both equipment solutions deliver advanced technology to small- and mid-scale operations at a price point that makes sense for their operation. These new models will be on display at the 2023 Farm Progress Show from Aug. 29-31.

“Farmers shouldn’t have to over-buy or retrofit equipment to get something that works for their operation,” said David Brennan, planter marketing manager at Case IH. “The Early Riser has been a rockstar since its introduction, delivering early, uniform emergence. These new planter models will deliver on the Early Riser name, with a smaller package for farms that need it.”

Planting and harvest activities generate agronomic data for farmers, which can simply be aggregated, visualized and managed in Case IH AFS Connect. The company is debuting a new Connect Room at the Farm Progress Show to showcase a range of connected machines and services. Farmers can come to the Connect Room to learn how they can harness the power of data on their operation from new machines to mix fleets.

Case IH will be located at booth 867 on West Progress Avenue, between Seventh and Eighth Progress Streets during the Farm Progress Show.

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Livestock slaughter reported

Commercial red meat production for the U.S. totaled 4.13 billion pounds in July, down two percent from the 4.23 billion pounds produced in July 2022.

Beef production, at 2.11 billion pounds, was six percent below the previous year. Cattle slaughter totaled 2.6 million head, down six percent from July 2022. The average live weight was up three pounds from the previous year, at 1,344 pounds.

Veal production totaled 3.8 million pounds, eight percent below July a year ago. Calf slaughter totaled 23,200 head, down 21 percent from July 2022. The average live weight was up 36 pounds from last year, at 278 pounds.

Pork production totaled 2.01 billion pounds, up two percent from the previous year. Hog slaughter totaled 9.62 million head, up three percent from July 2022. The average live weight was down three pounds from the previous year, at 281 pounds.

Lamb and mutton production, at 9.5 million pounds, was down nine percent from July 2022. Sheep slaughter totaled 159,600 head, three percent below last year. The average live weight was 118 pounds, down eight pounds from July a year ago.

For a full copy of the Livestock Slaughter report, visit nass.usda.gov. For state specific questions, contact Wyoming State Statistician Leslee Lohrenz at 800-392-3202.

Grain prices reported

According to Farm Futures, corn prices rose steadily throughout the Aug. 23 session, as daytime highs reached the mid-90s as far north as southern Minnesota and South Dakota. September futures rose 9.25 cents to $4.75, with December futures up 10.25 cents to $4.89.

Ethanol production eased to a daily average of 1.048 million barrels for the week ending Aug. 18, per the latest data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration. This is below the prior week’s tally of 1.069 million barrels per day. Ethanol stocks declined three percent.

Soybean prices moved moderately higher following a weather-related round of technical buying, with spillover strength from corn and wheat lending additional support.

September futures added nine cents to $13.60, with November futures up 15.25 cents to $13.61.

The rest of the soy complex was also in the green as of Aug. 23. Soymeal and soyoil each captured gains of around 1.75 percent.

Wheat prices carved out noticeable gains on Aug. 23, partly spurred by new attacks by a Russian drone on a river port in southern Ukraine, which, among other things, destroyed almost 500,000 bushels of grain.

September Chicago soft red winter wheat futures gained 10.75 cents to $6.12. September Kansas City hard red winter wheat futures rose 14.5 cents to $7.54, and September Minneapolis Grain Exchange spring wheat futures added 9.75 cents to $7.83.

Prior to the Aug. 17 morning export report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, analysts expect the agency to show wheat sales ranging between 9.2 million and 16.5 million bushels for the week ending Aug. 17.

Meat alternatives struggle

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U.S. consumers remain interested in plant-based meat alternatives, but higher prices have led many prospective return consumers to taper off their purchases. The price of plant-based meats is often several dollars a pound higher than equivalent meat and poultry products. Beyond cost, lingering negative perceptions surrounding taste, value and versatility are also obstacles the category has yet to overcome.

According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, the market for plant-based meats has likely reached a tipping point as the initial period of exceptional sales growth appears to be over.

Plant-based meat sales peaked in 2020 when consumers had more discretionary income and were curious about broadening their food spend in the wake of pandemic-era food shortages. But, fewer than onehalf of Americans who tried the products at the time repeated their purchase, per data from consumer research firm Mintel.

Sales of meat alternatives have fallen steadily since 2021 and more sharply over the last year. Volume sales dropped 20.9 percent for the 52-week period ending July 2, according to consumer behavior research firm Circana.

Consumers have consistently cited health as a top reason for purchasing plant-based offerings. However, shoppers who initially sought plant-based meats thinking these were healthier options would later voice doubts about the healthfulness of the products, specifically as it relates to their typically complex ingredient legend.

The environmental benefit of plant-based alternatives is another primary driver of consumer interest, particularly among younger demographics.

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resources and addressing everything from mineral development, renewable energy, wildlife habitat, outdoor recreation, livestock grazing, historic trails and wild horses.

The first of these four alternatives is Alternative A, the no action alternative.

Under this plan, resources on lands administered by the RSFO would continue to be managed under the 1997 Green River Resource Management Plan and 2004 Jack Morrow Hills Coordinated Activity Plan, and the goal of this plan would be to “balance the protection of resource values with the use and development of resources.”

Alternative B, also referred to as the agency preferred alternative, “emphasizes conservation of resource values with constraints on resource uses as

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well as the improvement and protection of wildlife habitat and sensitive plant and animal species, improvement of riparian areas and implementation of management actions to improve water quality and enhance protection of cultural resources.”

According to the document, Alternative C proposes the least restrictive management actions for energy and commodity development as well as the least protective actions for physical, biological and cultural resources.

“Under this alternative, development and use of resources within the planning area would occur with intensive management of surface disturbing and disruptive activities,” reads the RMP.

Alternative D is a combination of B and C.

“Alternative D explores

OBITUARIES

ued on the family farm following in his grandpa Louis Lauck’s and father Marvin’s footsteps.

a less-restrictive management approach for resource uses than Alternative B, while also having a greater conservation focus than Alternative C,” explains the RMP. “This approach allows for opportunities to use and develop resources within the planning area, while promoting environmental conservation.”

Opposing views

The release of the draft plan has stirred up opposition among residents across the state of Wyoming.

In an Aug. 17 press release, Gov. Mark Gordon expressed his frustration with the plan, specifically in regards to the proposed designation of more than 1.5 million acres as Areas of Critical Environmental Concern (ACEC).

“Upon first glance, I am extremely disappointed, yet not surprised, by the redirection this administration is taking with this draft,” Gordon states. “Over a decade’s

ily. His grandchildren will remember his lighthearted teasing and that he always had a stash of Oreo cookies.

Dennis is preceded in death by his father Marvin on March 22, 2022 and mother Geraldine “Gerry” on Feb. 11, 2012.

Dennis is survived by his wife Kim; children

worth of work from Wyoming’s cooperating agencies, local stakeholders and impacted industries seems to have fallen on the deaf ears of the federal BLM and its imperious agenda.”

“I know I am not alone in my desire to review this draft with a fine-tooth comb,” he adds. “I will protect the interests of the state of Wyoming and make sure they pay attention to the good work being done at the state and local level as we move ahead.”

Conversely, representatives of the Greater Little Mountain Coalition are happy to hear of the plan’s release.

“We are excited for the RSFO to release this draft plan, and we look forward to making sure the Greater Little Mountain Coalition’s vision for balanced multiple use management is carried forward into the final plan,” says Corey Fisher, Trout Unlimited’s public lands

children and three greatstep grandchildren; sisters Debby (Ronnie) Becker and Peggy Bise, both of Wheatland and many beloved nieces and nephews.

policy director in an Aug. 17 press release published by Trout Unlimited.

“This region is unique and home to many species, including one of the purest forms of native Colorado River cutthroat trout,” he continues. “Since 1990, conservation groups and agencies have invested more than $6 million to enhance and maintain these resources. A plan to conserve this area is essential to not only protect these investments on the ground, but to make sure the Greater Little Mountain Area remains a special place for generations to come.”

Public comment

The release of the draft plan initiated a 90-day public comment period, which will end on Nov. 16. Additionally, a 60-day comment period will be open specifically for the proposed ACECs included in the agency’s preferred alternative.

“BLM encourages the

public to provide information and comments regarding the analysis presented in the draft RMP and EIS,” reads the document. “Timely comments on the Rock Springs draft RMP and EIS will help formulate the proposed RMP and final EIS.”

“We are particularly interested in comments concerning the adequacy and accuracy of the proposed alternatives, the analysis of their respective management decisions and any new information which would help the BLM as it continues to develop the RMP,” it continues.

BLM will also hold public meetings on the draft RMP and EIS in Rock Springs, Lyman and Big Piney in coming weeks. Meeting dates have yet to be announced.

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Dennis Eugene Lauck, age 67, of Wheatland went home to his Savior Jesus Christ on Aug. 16.

Dennis was born in Wheatland on July 24, 1956 to Marvin Eugene and Geraldine (Havely) Lauck. He joined his sister Debby, and their sister Peggy arrived in 1959.

The Lauck family lived a few miles west of town where they farmed and fed cattle. Dennis graduated from Wheatland High School in 1974 and contin-

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Dennis married Kim Manning in 1976. The couple welcomed four children – Sunni, Tyler, Kristny and Cooper, whom they found life’s greatest blessings. Dennis continued to farm and feed cattle as well as work for the Laramie River Power Station from 1984 to 2011. He also served as a board member for the Wheatland Irrigation District.

He married Kim (Walker) Johnson in 2012 and welcomed her family as his own.

Dennis will be remembered as having a servant’s heart and always thinking of others before himself. He will be remembered by his children as a fun, loving father who taught them the value of hard work and fam-

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resources emphasizing the value of beef for children and teenagers.

5. The Beef Checkoff-funded nutrition team continues to work closely with state beef councils by offering an educational presentation by Dayle Hayes with updates on school lunch nutrition and opportunities to support beef as part of the school lunch program.

The Beef Checkoff’s nutrition and health research is not only driving more demand for beef – it’s also giving parents and health professionals the resources they need to help infants, toddlers and adolescents build healthy, strong minds and bodies.

Furthermore, these young people are key to beef’s future success – they’re the next generation who will be purchasing beef and cooking it for themselves and their families.

Angie Meyer is a member of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board and the co-chair of the Nutrition and Health Committee. For more information about the Human Nutrition Research Program and Beef in the Early Years, visit beefresearch.org

Sunni (Jake) Linse of Gillette, Tyler (Liz) Lauck of Wheatland, Kristny (Jose) Martinez of Oklahoma City, Okla. and Cooper Lauck of Cheyenne; stepchildren Nichole Johnson, Jeremy (Cat) Porter, Nick Johnson and Patricia Johnson, all of Wheatland; six grandchildren; eight step-grand-

A funeral service will be held on Aug. 28at 10:30 a.m. at First Christian Church in Wheatland, with Pastor Casey Schroeder officiating. Internment will take place at the Wheatland Cemetery. The funeral will be livestreamed at client.tribucast.com/ tcid/216575240

A memorial may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at stjude. org or Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) Animal Health has been notified of 31 equine neurologic cases in Wyoming, with one case of Texas origin. These horses have presented down,or standing with rear limb weakness. Affected horses have had minimal or no vaccination history.

Of these cases, 27 have had diagnostic tests submitted, and 14 horses to date have been confirmed as West Nile Virus (WNV) positive. Diagnostics are pending on multiple cases.

The moisture this summer is correlated with increased insect numbers. The Wyoming Department of Health reports higher-than-usual number of mosquito pools within Wyoming testing positive for WNV.

WLSB recommends updating lapsed equine vaccinations and encourages owners to keep equine vaccinations current per the manufacturer’s label. Ensure boosters are given at the appropriate intervals. Contact a local veterinarian for additional information and recommendations.

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By Windy Kelley, Northern Plains Regional Climate Hub

Recent and Current Conditions

Wyoming experienced its 47th warmest and 43rd wettest July out of 129 years, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) National Centers for Environmental Information database, retrieved Aug. 19.

Scaling to the county level, the adjacent tables include temperature and precipitation rankings of select counties for the month of July.

The U.S. Drought Monitor (USDM) map for Wyoming, released Aug. 17, classifies 0.20 percent of

the state – western Teton County – as abnormally dry (D0).

The remaining 99.8 percent of the state is classified as none. In other words, these areas are not experiencing abnormally dry or drought conditions.

To view the current USDM map, visit bit. ly/2S28VTA. Consider submitting a Condition Monitoring Observer Report at bit.ly/3c4WRLR

Eight- to 14-day and one-month forecasts

NOAA’s eight- to 14-day forecast for Aug. 26 to Sept. 1, issued Aug. 18,

* Temperatures are observed daily and then averaged across those days for the given timeframe.

** Rankings & additional information are available at NOAA's Climate at a Glance website.

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shows near normal temperatures for all of Wyoming.

For the same timeframe, the forecast shows a 33 to 50 percent probability for above normal precipitation for all of Wyoming.

The September forecast, issued Aug. 17, indicates a 33 to 60 percent

probability for above normal temperatures for nearly all of Wyoming.

For the same timeframe, the forecast shows an equal chance for below, near or above normal precipitation for the entire state.

For additional information and NOAA forecasts, visit cpc.ncep.noaa.gov

Windy K. Kelley is the regional Extension program coordinator and state specialist for the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Northern Plains Climate Hub, the University of Wyoming Extension and WAFERx. She can be reached at wkelley1@ uwyo.edu or 307-367-4380.

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high-quality livestock –WSF also debuted a few new attractions this year.

For the first time, fairgoers had the opportunity to witness the thrill of a Figure-8 Race, celebrate champion youth exhibitors during the new and improved Champion of Champion’s Showcase, cheer on future rodeo athletes during the World Champion Mutton Bustin’ and deep dive into Wyoming’s agriculture industry through WSF’s Everyday Ag promotion.

Additionally, with the help of a local working group, WSF brought back

the popular Ranch Rodeo; the crowd-pleasing Demolition Derby celebrated its 40th anniversary; Shakey Shadwick closed the curtain on his renowned Sheep Wagon Show and youth exhibitors finally got to show off months of hard work.

Positive compliments on the fair’s success are still resounding throughout the state.

See page eight for highlights from the 2023 WSF and pages 10-12 to view this year’s state fair champions.

For full fair results, visit wystatefair.com

Field tour set

Farmers, crop advisers and agricultural industry representatives are invited to view field research trials and receive production recommendations on corn, soybean and dry bean during the annual row crop field tour on Aug. 31 at North Dakota State University’s (NDSU) Carrington Research Extension Center.

Registration begins at 4 p.m. with educational exhibits and refreshments. The tour begins promptly at 4:30 p.m. and will include field and silage corn updates, dry bean variety performance, rhizobia bacteria for nitrogen production with soybean and dry bean, white mold management in soybean and dry bean and cover crop management in soybean and dry bean.

Continuing education credits in crop and pest management will be available for certified crop advisers participating in the event.

For more information about the tour, visit ndsu.ag/ row-crop-tour or call the Carrington center at 701-6522951.

fully in her home on the Laramie River, west of Wheatland, surrounded by her family.

Clara was born on March 30, 1943 in Wheatland, the daughter of Philip Eldon and Francel Louberta (Irvine) Rietz. She graduated from Wheatland High School and obtained a bachelor’s degree from the University of Wyoming and a master’s degree in education.

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BY AMANDA RADKE

The Survival of Family Farms Hangs in the Balance

As I pen this, my kids and husband are playing down by the creek in the pasture hills, where our cow/calf pairs graze peacefully. It’s a blessed life, rich in so many things we hold dear.

It’s rooted in faith and family and grounded in humility as we take on the volatility and risks that come with production agriculture and focus on raising the best cattle we can while nurturing the natural resources under our care.

Equally rewarding as it is challenging, this life in the beef cattle business isn’t an easy one. It requires incredible grit, determination, sacrifice and hard work. Anybody involved in raising livestock on the land knows very well the cost – the blood, sweat and tears that gets poured into this business.

Yet, it’s our passion, our purpose and our calling. We love what we do. We embrace the challenge. We savor the opportunity to work alongside our loved ones. We are motivated to improve genetics, enhance the landscape and create a high-quality beef product to serve people in our communities.

Family operation numbers plummet

As much as we love this way of life and this business, some recent census data troubles me greatly. In the last 20 years, we have lost 75 percent of feedlot owners in this country.

Every year, 1,300 cow/ calf producers and stockers call it quits. We lose more than 2,000 family-owned dairy farms annually as well.

For every one dollar earned in the consumer retail space, only 11 cents trickles back to the producer. Meanwhile, 85 percent of our meat supply is held captive by four major packers, some foreignowned.

And in a staggering statistic, I have learned every 37

Clara was a lifelong educator who touched countless lives across the state of Wyoming in the process. She was loved and respected by everyone who knew her.

She served as committeewoman of the Wyoming State Republican Committee and was involved in state and local politics for decades. Clara was also an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star and was a guardian in Job’s Daughters. She was a true believer in God and Christ and was a devoted member of the Church at Jay Em and the First Christian Church of Wheatland, where she

bers these issues.

And yet, even as our “just in time” food system showed its vulnerabilities, farmers and ranchers kept doing what they do best. We weren’t short on supply, but our centralized food system left bare shelves and consumers asking more questions about their food. With challenges, lie

opportunities

played the organ and piano for the congregation.

Clara was also a true steward of the land on the family’s centennial ranch, where she lived her entire life and cherished home, family and neighbors. Affectionately known as “Nana” by her grandchildren, she taught the value of hard work and the gift of love.

Nana was/is the cornerstone of her family who would do anything or travel anywhere to spend precious moments and unconditional love with those she touched. She adored animals and rode horseback with her family trailing cattle.

As the family’s histo-

that exist and seek to be solution-providers for those we aim to serve.

We must become pricemakers instead of pricetakers and treat our farms and ranches not just as a huge hobby allowing the perfect setting to raise kids, but also as a viable business focused on service, value and profitability.

rian, Clara imparted a generational vision that will carry on. She was active in 4-H her entire life, helping everyone learn how to treat and train their livestock and the dedication it takes to do so. She was a great cook who loved to cater large gatherings for the entire community.

Clara was preceded in death by her brother Clayton on Sept. 21, 2010 and her parents Phil on Aug. 26, 1991 and Francel on Aug. 2, 2005.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 58 years, Kerry Powers, as well as her daughter Sally (Tony) Nichols; three sons, Charlie (Kathy) Pow-

ers, Harvey (Linda) Powers and Quincy Powers; seven grandchildren, Collin Powers, Kerry T. Powers, Katie (Will) DeToma, Rachel (Jordan) Hershbine, Lily Nichols, Tate Nichols and Griff Nichols and four great-grandchildren, Kaleigh DeToma, William DeToma, Noah DeToma and Mason DeToma.

She will be loved and cherished as her soul rests for eternity in the hands of her Lord and Savior.

A funeral service for Clara was held on Aug. 21 at the Wheatland High School Auditorium in Wheatland with Pastor Casey Schroeder of First Christian Church officiating.

minutes in the U.S., another family farm shuts down operations for good.

These numbers keep me awake at night, as I try to look at the big picture and the factors playing into this rapid decrease in the number of families involved in raising our food.

It’s death by 1,000 cuts really – land prices skyrocketing as investors and developers step into the space, burdensome regulations, government overreach, climate change tyranny, animal rights activists, media propaganda, corporate monopolies squeezing out the little guy and the list goes on.

Here’s the kicker – every time a family moves off of the land and exits this incredible agricultural business we know and love, it creates a dangerous and vulnerable position for our food supply.

In the pursuit of being “bigger, better and more efficient” to keep the cost of goods at the lowest price possible for the American public and for people around the world, we are also creating a food system which is highly corporatized and centralized.

We lose the robust diversity which makes American agriculture so strong and admired around the world. And, there will be a great cost for all of us if this trend continues.

With fewer and fewer in the food and agriculture space, we are absolutely not too big to fail. We saw this during COVID-19, where our food chain revealed huge cracks in the system.

Truckers weren’t moving goods. Plastic packaging was stuck on ships in ports somewhere. Processing plants were shutting down or slowing operations as outbreaks occurred.

Surely, even as things bounce back to “normal,” I’m not the only one who remem-

As I lay out this big picture, here’s the takeaway –these statistics may be troubling and the challenges may be great, but this is where the opportunities lie as well.

To me, now is the time to double down on the beef cattle business. Now is the time to keep and retain heifers. Now is the time to lean into the work many shy away from. Now is the time to tell our story. Now is the time to connect and build community.

But, if we are going to do this, we must also have a marketing plan. We have to stretch ourselves to discover new pathways to profitability. We have to look at the big picture, identify the problems

I certainly don’t have all of the answers and I don’t hold the perfect blue print, but I’m well aware of the battle ahead and certain farm and ranch families have a lot of fight in them to face the challenges coming our way.

Let this be an encouragement to you – that with grit, tenacity, a solid game plan and a whole lot of faith – we can accomplish anything, for the good of our families, our farms and ranches, our food supply and the communities we love to serve.

Amanda Radke is a rancher, author, motivational speaker and podcast host. For more from Radke, visit amandaradke.com.

after traveling to Las Vegas to support Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2023 Reata Cook at the Miss Rodeo America 2024 pageant.

She will secure sponsors and confirm her first few appearances as Miss Rodeo Wyoming 2024 once she officially begins her reign on Jan. 1, 2024.

Mackey will be awarded a scholarship upon completing her reign.

Additionally, first runner-up Miss Thermopolis Cowboy Rendezvous Rodeo Queen Dusty Miller will receive a $500 scholarship from the Miss Rodeo Wyoming Foundation.

The association

The Miss Rodeo Wyoming Association (MRWA) was founded in 1977 to support, promote and guide ladies who reign as Miss Rodeo Wyoming.

The MRWA assists Miss Rodeo Wyoming in organizing a coronation

benefit held in their hometown and helps the newly crowned queen raise funds for her reigning year.

The association also helps with miscellaneous fundraisers, sponsorship donations fund, travel, wardrobe and expenses for Miss Rodeo Wyoming.

According to MRWA National Director Crystal Myers, Miss Rodeo Wyoming symbolizes the youth of the state who wish to further promote agriculture and the sport of professional rodeo. And, in doing so, promote the great Western way of life while consistently modeling and demonstrating quality characteristics as she travels extensively across the state of Wyoming as well as across the U.S. Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

On Aug. 12, Clara Ann Powers passed away peace-

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competition – The Wyoming State Fair is home to some of the toughest livestock shows in the West. Being crowned champion at the fair is a highly-sought after and incredibly esteemed honor.

of the fair – In the heart of colorful carnival lights, rows of food trucks and shopping vendors and barns full of livestock are Wyoming’s youth exhibitors who spent months hard at work preparing thier projects for show and carrying on the future of the state’s agriculture industry.

Inaugural Wyoming State Fair Figure-8 Race leaves fans wanting more

Douglas – Among an exciting lineup of grandstand events, the Wyoming State Fair (WSF) held its firstever $10,000 Figure-8 Race on Aug. 18. The new event enticed a large crowd and thrilled spectators, leaving them wanting more by the end of the night.

track deliberately created to increase the risk of crashing.

According to Driving Line, the first figure-8 races can be traced back to the end of World War II when the Indianapolis Speedrome became the first track to blatantly ignore flat-track racing safety features.

retired demolition derby driver, and his wife Jess, a local schoolteacher, facilitated the inaugural WSF Figure-8 Race. The pair found themselves in Douglas after running a figure-8 race at Fremont County Fair for the past few years, where they have seen an increase in its popularity.

In a previous interview with the Wyoming Livestock Roundup, Jeremy explained figure-8 racing rules are simple.

“Cars must be a fourcylinder vehicle, front or rear wheel drive only, with no plastic left on the car. This helps keep the arena clean,” Jeremy said. “The driver’s door is welded shut, and a safety net is placed in the window. Anyone 16 years and older can participate, and lots of girls drive too. Derby spectators can expect the race to get wild as the evening continues.” WSF results

And, getting wild is just what it did.

ner of WSF’s 2023 Figure-8 Race.

Following in second place was Trevor Wiese, in third place was Dax Fisher and in fourth place was Bridgett Bunker.

Brett Ortiz filled the fifth-place position, and Alex Creek rounded out the sixth-place position.

This year, for the first ers had the opportunity to navigate the figure-8 course and compete for a large Jeremy Schooner, a

As multiple heats of cars raced throughout the night for a shot at competing in the championship round, the crowd got loud and rowdy.

At the end of the night, Joseph Spoonhunter received honors as the win-

During the Powder Puff/ Pit Crew Race, Jessica Ortiz raced into the first-place position.

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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race facilitator – Jeremy Schooner, a retired demolition derby driver of 20-plus years, facilitated the Wyoming State Fair’s first-ever Figure-8 Race alongside his wife Jess. The pair came to Douglas after running a figure-8 race at Fremont County Fair for the past few years.

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Inaugural event – Multiple heats of local drivers competed in Douglas for a big purse of prize money during the Wyoming State Fair’s Inaugural Figure-8 Race. WYLR photo

Big collision – Figure-8 racing was deliberately created to increase the incidence of car collisions, making it more thrilling for spectators. WYLR photo

Cowboy car – Colter Collver’s Toy Story car looked right at home among the brown and gold accents of Wyoming State Fair’s Ford Grandstand. WYLR photo

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2023 Wyoming State Fair Results – Open Livestock Shows

All photos courtesy of Altitude Advantage Photography

Supreme Champion Female and Champion Angus Female –Exhibited by Gabriella Jordan, Alva.

Supreme Champion Bull and Champion Hereford Bull – Exhibited by Sidwell Herefords, Carr, Colo.

Champion AOB Female – Exhibited by Riley Lake, Laramie.

Reserve Champion AOB Female – Exhibited by Mya Connell, Wheatland.

Champion AOB Bull – Exhibited by Snider Vue Miniature Herefords, Douglas.

Reserve Champion AOB Bull – Exhibited by Brea Mills, Torrington.

Champion Hereford Female – Exhibited by Cooper Miller, Newcastle. Reserve Champion Hereford Female – Exhibited by Sarah Birdsall, Torrington.

Reserve Champion Hereford Bull – Exhibited by Largent and Sons Herefords, Kaycee.

Champion Hereford Steer – Exhibited by Jhett West, Sheridan. Reserve Champion Hereford Steer – Exhibited by Jansen Hornecker, Casper.

Reserve Champion Angus Female – Exhibited by Elizabeth Jordan, Alva.

Champion Angus Bull – Exhibited by Tristian Lutchka, Eaton, Colo.

Reserve Champion Angus Bull – Exhibited by Justen Foster and Ballou Angus, Carlile.

Champion WAA Futurity Heifer – Exhibited by Josey Franzen, Sundance.

Reserve Champion WAA Futurity Heifer – Exhibited by Brianna Hollingsworth, Cheyenne.

Third Overall WAA Futurity Heifer – Exhibited by Tallee Travnicek, Minatare, Neb.

Champion WAA Angus Steer – Exhibited by Caitlynn Poser, Denton, Mont.

2023 Wyoming State Fair Results – Junior Livestock Shows

All photos courtesy of Altitude Advantage Photography

OBITUARIES

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Brooke Lynn Howard

Jan. 2, 1998 – Aug. 14, 2023

livestock but never did just the minimum. Over the years, she showed goats, sheep, horses, cattle, cats, chickens, dogs, pigs, rabbits and even a fish.

As she got older, Brooke found more joy in helping younger 4-H and FFA members succeed than in winning herself.

ing, even in the middle of the barn while fitting livestock.

When she wasn’t in the barn, Brooke shared her grandmother’s love for books. No matter where she was headed, a book could be found in tow.

CattleCon24 registration open

Registration and housing are now open for CattleCon24, the cattle industry’s largest event of the year.

featuring guest speakers on the NCBA Trade Show floor and the 31st annual Cattlemen’s College.

Brooke Lynn Howard packed so much life into her 25 years. She spent her first seven weeks in the hospital nursery and the next 1,325 weeks never looking back.

She loved showing

Once Brooke met you it didn’t matter if she had just seen you yesterday or a year ago, she always greeted you with a smile, shiny blue eyes and originally blonde hair. She loved to give hugs. She loved music and danc-

Brooke graduated from West Texas A&M University with a degree in agricultural communications and a degree in radiology from Amarillo College. She found her true passion when she joined Operation Homeport as a Navy Child and Youth Program Specialist at the Navy base in Bethesda, Md.

A Celebration of Life was held for Brooke at the Burn’s Town Hall on Aug. 26. A memorial fund has been set up with the Wyoming FFA Foundation.

It’s “Onward to Orlando,” where cattle producers from across the country will gather, Jan. 31-Feb. 2, for business meetings, educational sessions, engaging speakers and family fun.

“By opening registration early this year, we hope to give producers the ability to plan a family vacation in conjunction with CattleCon24,” said Kristin Torres, executive director of meetings and events with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA).

CattleCon24 attendees can look forward to a variety of educational opportunities including the CattleFax Outlook Seminar, weather and industry updates, grazing management workshop, sessions

CattleCon24 will conclude at Universal Studios for “Cowboys and Coasters,” where producers can wind down the week with friends and family and experience theme park thrills.

CattleCon24 is designed to offer value for producers attending with their families. Discounted tickets for area theme parks and multi-day cruises before and after the event are available to attendees. Kids 12 and under will also be admitted to the NCBA Trade Show for free.

A variety of ticket packages are available, as well as payment plan options. For more information and to register and reserve housing, visit convention. ncba.org/

Champion Market Goat – Exhibited Katherine Olson, Cheyenne.

Reserve Champion Market Swine – Exhibited by Izzi Cruickshank, Lander.

Champion Market Beef – Exhibited by Zac Weston, Lander.

Reserve Champion Market Goat – Exhibited by Kaidyn Kasun, Wheatland.

Champion Market Swine – Exhibited by Brohdan Flores, Rock Springs.

Champion Market Lamb – Exhibited by Zoe Griffin, Pinedale.

Reserve Champion Market Lamb – Exhibited by Molly Oakley, Gillette.

Reserve Champion Market Beef – Exhibited by Kaidyn Kasun, Wheatland.

Supreme Champion Junior Breeding Beef Female – Exhibited by Gabriella Jordan, Alva.

Supreme Champion Junior Breeding Beef Bull – Exhibited by Josie Mares, Glenrock.

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was reestablished in 2006.

The Centennial Farm and Ranch honorees play a role in preserving Wyoming’s heritage, and in continuing the preservation, the WSHPO publishes an annual yearbook featuring photos and a brief history of each family honored at this special event.

Centennial ceremony

Wyoming Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources Acting Director Dave Glenn kicked off the event by introducing and thanking program sponsors, including WSHPO, Wyoming Cultural Trust Fund, Wyoming Stock Growers Association, Wyoming Department of Agriculture, Wyoming Business Council, Wyoming Rural Electric Association, Wyoming Wool Growers Association, Wyoming Livestock Roundup, special guests and program staff.

Wyoming Stock Growers Association Executive Vice President Jim Magagna discussed threats Wyoming farms and ranches face and thanked each family for applying to become a Centennial Farm and Ranch.

Additional speakers were Wyoming Rural Electric Association Executive Director Shawn Taylor and Wyoming Business Council Agribusiness Manager Jill Tregemba.

Wyoming Wool Growers Association Executive Director Alison Crane addressed the meaning behind a Centennial Farm and Ranch and the legacy they leave behind for the next generation.

“The history of this great state, the heritage of this great state and the future of this great state are all here under this tent,” stated U.S. Sen. Barrasso (R-WY) while addressing the 2023 Centennial Farm and Ranch honorees.

He noted each generational rancher being honored follows the cowboy code of ethics and thanked them for their dedication and grit.

U.S. Sen. Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) focused on the next generation of farmers and ranchers in Wyoming, encouraging them to preserve their family’s legacy through stewardship and to nurture their family’s ranch.

She continued, “They are the future of Wyoming’s agriculture and will carry their family’s heritage into the next centennial.”

Gov. Mark Gordon took a few minutes to address the honorees and thank them for their determination and for standing together to pass on their family heritage.

“The ranches and families we are honoring today have weathered the Great Depression, the Great Recession and last winter, and thank God you all are

still here,” he stated.

Gordon, Barrasso, Lummis and Glenn honored the farms and ranches at the annual event with a framed certificate and a large sign to display on their property.

Congresswoman Harriet Hageman (R-WY) could not attend the special event, but her office representative was there to deliver honorees with an official letter of gratitude from her.

2023 honorees

Honorees included the Ackerman Ranch, which was established in Crook County in 1921.

In 1917, the Bomgardner Ranches were established in Platte County. Great grandfather Arthur Bomgardner focused on producing corn, wheat, sheep and cattle. Today, the ranch is solely a cattle production ranch.

The Box A Ranch was established in 1923 in Goshen County. The propeerty is the first land crossed when traveling the Oregon Trail on the Pony Express on the WyomingNebraska border.

The Cain Ranch, established in 1923 in Campbell County, is situated on Bitter Creek and is home to a sheep, cattle and Quarter Horse operation.

The James and Elsie Duvall Ranch was established in 1916 in Campbell County, where Duvall’s grandparents built a small cabin on the homestead.

The Griffin/Rees family was honored for the Griffin Ranch which was established in 1919 Fremont County. Grandfather Oliver, with his wife Tina and their five children, began their Wyoming life at the newly founded ranch.

The Bill Ellis family was honored for the Marsh and Ellis Ranch, established in 1923 in Laramie County by their great uncle Earl Marsh, who built a one-room shed on the land, which still stands today.

Additional honorees were the Gary Lundvall family. Grandad Herman Lundvall traded a ranch in Fort Morgan, Colo., for the Monument Hill Ranch, which was established in 1922 in Park County.

The Rousch Ranch was established in 1917 in Campbell County. The family relocated from Missouri and acquired the ranch through the Homestead Act of 1916.

In 1923, the Stewart Ranch was established in Campbell County by Frank and Della Stewart, who operated a purebred Hereford cattle operation.

To end the event, the Ron and Karen Bernhardt family were honored for the Willadsen Ranch Twin Mountain, which was established in 1921 in Laramie County and hosts the highest point between

Celebrating 100 years – The Wyoming State Historic Preservation Office Acting Director Dave Glenn presented the Wyoming Centennial Farm and Ranch Award to 13 families Aug. 19 at the Douglas Recreation Center and High School. Sens. John Barrasso and Cynthia Lummis (Both R-WY) and Gov. Mark Gordon were on hand to honor each family with a sign celebrating their 100 years of farming and ranching in Wyoming. Not pictured are Dustin and Melissa Buckmiller of the Buckmiller Ranch in Crook County and the Romsa Family of Romsa Brothers, LLC of Laramie County. All WYLR photos

For more information on the Centennial Farm and Ranch Honorees, visit wyoshpo.wyo.gov.

Cheyenne and Laramie and housed a military lookout post during World War II.

Two families were not present at the event. The Buckmiller Ranch was established in 1921 in Crook County and Romsa

Brothers, LLC was established in 1907 in Laramie County after immigrating from Norway.

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

Gary Lundvall Family

Griffin/Rees Family

Bill Ellis Family

Cain Family

Ron and Karen Bernhardt Family

Rousch Family

Ackerman Family

Bomgardner Family

Box A Ranch, LLC

Stewart Family Duvall Family

Aug. 28 Sage Grouse Implementation Team Meeting, 9 a.m., Converse County Library, Douglas. For more information, contact SGIT Habitat Protection Program Supervisor Will Schultz at 307-777-4587.

Aug. 28 Yellowstone National Park Bison Management Plan Meeting, 10:30 a.m., online. To join the meeting, visit bit.ly/YellowstoneBisonEIS

Aug. 29 Yellowstone National Park Bison Management Plan Meeting, 4 p.m., online. To join the meeting, visit bit.ly/YellowstoneBisonEIS2

Aug. 29-31 Farm Progress Show, Decatur, Ill. For more information, visit farmprogressshow.com

Sept. 3-4 35th Annual Don King Days, Big Horn.

Sept. 5-7 Public Lands Council Annual Meeting, Pendleton, Ore. For more information, visit publiclandscouncil.org

Sept. 6-7 Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle Symposium, Little America Hotel and Resort, Cheyenne. For more information or to register, visit beefrepro.org or contact Shelby Rosasco at srosasco@uwyo.edu or 307-766-2329.

Sept. 6-7 2023 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.

Sept. 8-10 Hells Canyon Mule Days, Wallowa County Fairgrounds, Enterprise, Ore. For more information, visit hellscanyonmuledays.com

Sept. 11-15 University of Wyoming Extension Geodesic Dome Greenhouse Construction School, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Laramie. For more information, contact Jeff Edwards at jedward4@uwyo.edu or call 307-837-2956.

Sept. 14-16 South Dakota Angus Tour, meet in Rapid City, S.D. For more information or to register, contact Tyrell Dieters at turtleccreekangus@hotmail.com or call 605-748-2404.

Sept. 15-16 Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Casper. For more information, visit wyomingcowboyhalloffame.org

Sept. 16-17 Ranch Horse Weekend, Hansen Arena, University of Wyoming, Laramie. For more information, contact Jenny Ingwerson-Niemann at jingwers@uwyo.edu.

Aug. 26-29 Lauing Mill Iron L Ranch 2023 QH Production Sale, online only, prohorseservices.com/internet-auctions/, 605-347-6193, 605-280-0698, 605-2800398, lauingmillironlranch.com

Aug. 27 RQHBA Horse Sale, Besler’s Cadillac Ranch, Belle Fourche, S.D., 605-3473294, 605-639-9482, rqhba.com

Sept. 2 Proffit Ranch 22nd Annual Labor Day Horse Sale, Diamond X Ranch, Evanston, 307-723-5857, proffitranch.blogspot.com

Sept. 1-3 PRQHBA 46th Annual Futurity and Horse Sale, Powder River County Fairgrounds, Broadus, Mont., 406-853-3554, sales@prqhba.com

Sept. 8 Full House Horse Sale, Big Horn Edition, Buffalo Livestock Marketing, 307746-5690, 307-684-0789, fullhousehorsesale.com

Sept. 8-9 Superior Livestock Auction Labor Day Auction, Hudson Oaks, Texas, 800422-2117, superiorlivestock.com

Sept. 9-12 Reindl Quarter Horses and Comp Quarter Horses Second Annual Online Horse Sale, prohorseservices.com/internet-auctions/, 605-840-8286, 605496-4873

Sept. 12 95th Annual Wyoming State Ram Sale, Wyoming State Fairgrounds, Douglas, 307-265-5250, wyowool.com/ramsale

Sept. 12 Western Video Market, Haythorn Land & Cattle Co., Ogallala, Neb., 530-3473793, wvmcattle.com

Sept. 14 Cattle Country Video Cheyenne Roundup Sale, Cheyenne Frontier Days Event Center, Cheyenne, 888-322-8853, cattlecountryvideo.com

Sept. 15-16 27th Annual Van Norman Production Sale, Elko County Fairgrounds, Elko, Nev., 775-756-6508, 775-934-7404, vannormansale.com

Sept. 17 21st Annual Sugar Bars Legacy Sale, Sheridan County Fairgrounds, Sheridan, 406-812-0084, sugarbarslegacy.com

Sept. 18 Northern Livestock Video Auction Fall Premier, 866-616-5035, northernlivestockvideo.com

Oct. 13-15 26th Annual Fall Colt & Yearling Catalog Sale & Futurity, Farmers and Ranchers Livestock Commission Co., Salina, Kan., 785-826-7884, 785493-2901, 785-825-0211

Oct. 25 Micheli Ranch Bull Sale, at the ranch, Ft. Bridger, 307-252-0437, 307-7477786, 307-747-3897, 307-780-8232, micheliranch

POSTCARD from the Past

It’s Haying Time in Wyoming

Haying time in Wyoming has always been news in most local newspapers. Here’s some of what the Wyoming Tribune of Cheyenne reported in its Aug. 26, 1903 issue: Plenty of grass for winter and range in fine shape – haying in progress and good crops reported.

Big horn Basin

Visit

Worland, WY

Weber, Layne - Riverton

1 BWF Str, 1005# $18250 STEER CALVES Folsom, Jim - Thermopolis

secured in fine shape. –

H.A. Kirk

Converse County

Laramie County

Goldsmith: First week was very warm, but turned cooler with showers during the last of the week. Showers were a disadvantage in haying, ranchmen putting up native hay and alfalfa. – Jeannie Swain

avg. 1473# $10300 Heart Mountain Cattle Co. - Powell

2 Blk Cows, avg. 1558# $11300

2 Blk Cows, 1618# $11150 Shumway, Leroy - Thermopolis

1 Blk Cow, 1500# $10900 Herman Livestock LLC - Hyattville

1 Blk Cow, 1355# $10800

1 Blk Cow, 1385# $10550

1 Blk Cow, 1345# $9800

B Slash Ranch - Frannie

1 Blk Cow, 1315# $10700

Bischoff, Dave - Lovell

1 Blk Cow, 1345# $10650

1 Blk Cow, 1655# $10500

Dooley, Richard - Basin

1 Red Cow, 1240# $10500

1 DairyX Cow, 1270# $9400

Axtell Ranch - Thermopolis

1 Blk Cow, 1400# $10400

Geis, Jack - Greybull

1 Blk Cow, 1290# $10300

Redland, Mark - Ten Sleep

1 Blk Cow, 1270# $10100

Blackstar Cattle Co. - Hyattville

1 RWF Cow, 1540# $10000

Jones, Stanley - Otto

1 XBred Cow, 1260# $9850

3 F LLC - Worland

2 RWF/BWF Cows, avg. 1270# $9500

3 Hrfd Cows, avg. 1128# $9300

STEERS

Frimml, Chad - Worland

5 Red Strs, avg. 884# $23750

Lyman, Dwight - Ten Sleep

1 BWF Str, 885# $22700

3 Blk Str Clvs, avg. 660# $27100

• Upcoming Sales •

Sept. 7 – Yearling Special w/ All Class Cattle

Sept. 10 – All Class Cattle

Sept. 21 – All Class Cattle, Sheep & Goat

Monday, Sept. 25 – Bawl of the Fall Feeder & Yearling Special

• Customer Appreciation Day

Sept. 28 – All Class Cattle

Oct. 5 – All Class Cattle

Monday, Oct. 9 – Bawl of the Fall Feeder Special

Oct. 12 – All Class Cattle

Oct. 19 – All Class Cattle, Sheep & Goat

Monday, Oct. 23 – Bawl of the Fall Feeder Special

Oct. 26 – All Class Cattle

Nov. 2 – Bred Cow Special w/ All Class Cattle

Monday, Nov. 6 – Bawl of the Fall Feeder Special

Albany County

Mandel: Fine weather for haying, with light showers on Friday. Haying about completed and crop is good, potatoes fine, water in creeks getting very low, range grass drying up with plenty of feed. – Philip Bath

Big Horn County

Clark: Weather dry and very warm, second crop alfalfa being cut, crops looking well, potatoes about average. – W.L.

Barber Carbon County

Elk Mountain: Very good week up to Saturday, when we had a good soaking rain. Quite a large amount of hay has been put in and majority are through haying. Some fat cattle being shipped. –

William Richardson

Leo: Second cutting of alfalfa is put up, and the crop was fine. Week warm and dry, expect good rain on Friday. Rainfall for the week was 0.22 of an inch.

– C.A. Cowdin

Rawlins: Favorable weather has prevailed during the week, range putting on a new tinge of green, second crop alfalfa

Beaver: Previous week was warm with a few light showers. The past week was warm and dry with light showers on Friday. Second crop of alfalfa partly up and some grain being cut, beef shipped on the 15th but was not very good, as range is small. –

Albert Urban

Kirtley: Fair week fair, with no rain. Early oats are being cut, late oats turning rapidly, ranges in good condition and cattle fat, haying completed with a good crop. – R.L.

Zum Brunnen

Lusk: A hot, dry week with everyone busy haying. Range is quite short in this part of county, and grasshoppers thick in northern part of county. –

D.E. Goodard

Fremont County

Wells: A hot and dry week with light thunderstorms, but not enough to stop haying. – William

Wells

Iron Mountain: Good hay weather for the first part of week, but heavy showers during the last of the week, causing a delay in haying and some small floods. Few have finished haying, crops a little better than average, second crop alfalfa good and gardens in fine condition. Rainfall for the week was 1.14 inches. – C.H. Edwards

Sweetwater County

Maxon: A hot and dry week with crops growing well where irrigated. Haying in progress and good crop reported everywhere. – Adam Brown

Uinta County

Afton: Extremely hot and dry, small grains ripening rapidly, nearly all crops above average and second crop alfalfa nearly ready for cutting. –

George Osmond

Mountain View: A dry and exceedingly hot week, wild hay nearly all secured, grains ripening rapidly and second crop alfalfa beginning to bloom. Water is getting scarce. Range cattle are in good conditions. – Mark

Manley

Compiled by Dick Perue rrichardperue@gmail.com

Raking hay with a dump rank on the Jenkins Ranch in southcentral Carbon County in the 1920s. Photo from the Pearl Jenkins photo album in Dick Perue/Bob Martin collection. Historical Reproductions by Perue

MARKETS

FOR THE WEEK ENDING August 25, 2023

FOR THE WEEK ENDING May 24, 2019

Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Torrington

Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Greeley, CO National Sheep Summary

As of August 18, 2023

South Dakota: young 187 lbs 145.00/cwt.

Billings: no test.

Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 32,000 compared with 31,000 last week and 34,000 last year.

Source: USDA AMS Market News, San Angelo, Texas National Wool Review

As of August 18, 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.

Compared to last week traditional slaughter lambs

2.00-6.00 higher, others mostly steady to 20.00 higher. Slaughter ewes mostly steady to 5.00 lower. No comparison on feeder lambs. At San Angelo, TX 6,038 head sold. Equity Cooperative Auction sold 385 slaughter lambs in Wyoming. Western Video sold 1050 feeder lambs in Oregon, 4420 feeder lambs in Utah and 275 replacement ewes in Utah. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs not tested. 4,296 lamb carcasses traded with no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unless specified.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime

Billings: wooled and shorn no test.

Equity Coop: wooled 125 lbs 213.00.

Source: USDA- CO Dept of Ag Market News Service, Greeley, CO Wyoming Hay Summary

As of August 24, 2023

5 AREA WEEKLY WEIGHTED CATTLE PRICE

Billings: no test.

Ewes

Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy)

hair 60.00-84.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium

75.00-79.00, hair 80.00-90.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 55.00-

72.00, hair 60.00-74.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) 48.00;

Cull 1 40.00-52.00.

Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 70.00-95.00; Good 2-3

(fleshy) 60.00-85.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test

South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 40.00-60.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 53.00-75.00, hair 85.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 40.00-50.00, hair 115.00; Cull 1 no test.

test;

Compared to last week hay sales sold steady. Demand was light to moderate in some areas. Hot, humid days across most of the state. Most of the second cutting is done in the east with the western area thinking of starting on second cutting. It has been a trying year for the hay producers on getting top quality hay produced with a high RFV factor when done. Some prospective buyers are rolling the dice and hoping the market will slip downward before they put in their buy orders. Sorghum grass being baled along with producers finishing up on wheat and oat harvest.

ground waiting to be baled. Some reports this week that the tonnage on the irrigated sorghum has been very good. Alfalfa production has been good this week with some high-quality hay going in the bale. Downside producers having a hard time baling with lack of humidity in some areas. Thank goodness tractors have lights so producers can bale at night. Meadow hay producers have been going like gang busters getting all they can before the next round of showers hit the area. Many have been able to get down in the low ground without any trouble as water table has receded in this weeks’ heat.

Small Square 250

Alfalfa Cubes 400

Alfalfa/Grass Mix-Fair Large Square 3x4 185

Alfalfa/Orchard Mix - Premium Small Square 300 Grass - Good Small Square 250

Orchard/Timothy Grass - Good Large Square 3x4 260 Small Square 285 Rye Grass - Fair/Good Large Square 3x4 180

Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News Torrington

Nebraska Hay Summary

As of August 24, 2023

Compared to last week alfalfa sold unevenly steady. Bales of meadow grass hay sold steady to 25.00 per ton lower. Ground and delivered forages and dehy alfalfa pellets sold steady. Demand was moderate. One would think with the brutal hot weather across the state the hay market would flourish. Not so the case this right now. Many prospective buyers continue to roll the dice hoping the price might still slip downward. Time will tell. Reports of acres of cane, millet and sudan grass on the

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TIMBER DAN TOY SHOW & SALE, LOVELAND, CO

SEPT. 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., The Loveland Lions Club Fall Timber Dan Toy Show and Sale of vintage, antique and collectible toys will be held Sat., Sept. 30, at the First National Bank Exhibition Building, Larimer County Fairgrounds (The Ranch, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO). 200+ tables and over 70 dealers from 9 different states. Admission $5. Early entry before public from 7-9 a.m., $10. For more information, contact Sherlyn Sampson, 970-6639392, e-mail sks80538@ gmail.com or visit website at www.lovelandlionsclubs. org/sites/ToyShow.htm or Facebook at Loveland Lions

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Help Wanted

HOT SPRINGS COUNTY

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FALL CATTLE AND HARVEST

HELP WANTED: Blue Barn

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Services Services

Brands

REGISTERED WYOMING BRAND: LRC, single iron, dues paid to March 1, 2027, iron available. $10,000. 307-575-0681 9/16

Dogs

AKC SHELTIE SABLE/WHITE

PUPPIES: All first shots, dewormings, dewclaws removed and microchipped. Call or text 605-680-2571. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 9/2

FOR SALE KELPIE/ENGLISH SHEPHERD CROSS PUPPIES:

One male and 5 females born July 6. Both parents are working dogs and friendly with children. Asking $300. Call 605-866-4882 8/26

REGISTERED BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES AVAILABLE!!

Mission Falls Ranch is a familyowned business that has been raising registered working border collies for over 30 years. We produce great family dogs with good temperament and drive for herding, agility, SAR or fun. Call 406-552-3354 or check out our available litters at www.missionfallsranch.net 9/9

BORDER COLLIE PUPPIES:

Born May 23. Out of ranch-raised, working parents. Only 1 male left. Good with kids. Need homes where they can work cattle and/ or sheep. Have had second shots and wormer. Ken & Cheri Graves, Kaycee, WY, phone 307-738-2247, e-mail gravesredfork@rtconnect.net 8/26

YOUR FAMILY AND PROPERTY PROTECTORS ARE WAITING!! We have beautiful guardians just wanting and waiting to make you their priority!! Please don’t postpone your next best friend, companion and protector. $1,000. ALSO, new litter ready midAugust. Have been raising these fantastic LGD for 48 years. For more information, call 406-207-7674 8/26

Cattle

SMALL HERD OF AMERICAN DEXTER CATTLE FOR SALE. Registered: One bull and 3 cows. Full bloods: Seven cows, heifers, calves all bred back. Two cows no calves. Will sell together or individual. Steamboat, CO. Call 970-8795811 or e-mail czeller2014@ gmail.com 9/9

Horses

FOR SALE: PEPPYDOCS SHINEY NIC . Four-year-old registered palomino Quarter Horse mare, 14 HH, 90 days of professional training with reined cow horse trainer. Still green and needs work, stands for baths and farrier. $5,500 OBO. Call for complete details, 970-616-2311 9/16

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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Leatherwork

LS CUSTOM LEATHER: Belts, tack, cell phone cases and much more!! Contact Lester, 307-631-1053, leave a message. Located in Riverton, WY 8/26

Sheep

LAMB SCAN SHEEP & GOAT ULTRASOUND

TODD REINESCH

HUMBLE RANCH IMMEDIATE YAK HERD SALE!! 125 healthy yaks: Yearlings, cows, bulls, 2 sires and 10 newborns. $60,000 for entire herd (70% discount). Owner must transport from Steamboat Springs, CO. E-mail Ed Trousil at ed@humbleranch.com or Jay Trousil at jaytrousil@ gmail.com or visit www. humbleranch.com 9/2

Custom Feeding

CUSTOM FEEDING, BACKGROUNDING, HEIFER DEVELOPMENT AND COW WINTERING, bedded pens. Billings, MT. Call Ryan at 406-696-0104 11/11

605-680-4719

25317 364th Avenue Kimball, SD 57355 rchoice@midstatesd.net

FINE WOOL TARGHEE YEARLING BUCKS FOR SALE: 35 big, growthy, open faced, all natural, not pushed and range raised. Born May 2022. ALSO, 150 HEAD TARGHEE YEARLING EWES, approximately 135-150 lbs., fine wool, open faced, range raised and growthy, born May 2022. For more information, call 605-866-4828 (home) or 605-892-5872 (cell) if no answer leave message 9/2

Angus Angus Yak

Sheep

YEARLING RAMS FOR SALE. Call Russell Bell at 307-680-4950 9/16

GERDES HAMPSHIRES HAS 30 REGISTERED PUREBRED HAMPSHIRE RAMS: Born in the fall of 2022 and winter of 2023. Our rams are fast growing with plenty of depth, muscle and bone. These are wether-type Hampshires without excessive leg length but possess tremendous thickness of loin and leg. Rams are sired by stud rams that we purchased from leading Hampshire sheep breeders at national sales and are sired by sons of Unicorn and Jackalope. For more information, call 402-760-0104. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 9/9

SEVEN INTACT KATAHDIN RAM LAMBS, 50 lbs. Will sell separately. First come, first served, asking $250/each. Located in Sundance, WY. Call 970-398-0017 to reserve 9/9

Seed

GRASS SEED FOR SALE:

Manifest wheatgrass, Manska wheatgrass, cache meadow brome, good germination, $3.90/lb. Call Big Horn Seed Company, 307-202-0704 or 307-645-3322 TFN

Hay & Feed

CERTIFIED BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE, 3x4 BALES. Cody, WY. Call 307-899-1952 TFN

GRASS HAY, weed free, big squares 4x4x8. Located in Cora, WY. $185/ton. Call or text 208-610-0425 or 208610-1855 8/26

2023 ALFALFA AND AL-

FALFA/GRASS MIX HAY, 3x3 bales barn stored. Call 307350-0350, Farson, WY 9/16

OAT HAY FOR SALE: 3x3 750 lb. bales, 10% protein. Tested safe, 1,000 bales available, $65/bale, Keenesburg, CO. Call Alex, 303-919-1810 9/2

HAY BARLEY FOR SALE: Three-way beardless barley, oats and peas, round bales, about 1,370 lbs. each, $150/ ton. ALSO, alfalfa hay, round bales, $180/ton. Hardin, MT. Call 406-665-7521 9/16

ALFALFA MIXED HAY FOR SALE: Clean, no rain. $150/ton. Call 307-631-4104 9/16

OAT HAY FOR SALE: Very green and leafy oats. Put up just right. Has been tested. Semi load lots available. For more information/pricing, call or text 970-520-1674 9/2

HAY FOR SALE: Premium quality, high elevation grass hay, loaded with Timothy red top, later orchard grass and meadow brome. 1,000 3x3x8 bales weighing over 800 lbs. each. No rain, $90/bale. Murray Ranch, Robertson, WY. Call 307-780-6862 or 307780 6519 9/9

HAY FOR SALE: 2023 winter rye grass, 5’x6’ large rounds at an 1,100 lb. average, net wrapped, approximately 250 tons available, $125/ton. Near Nisland, S.D. Call Jake at 605-892-5218 for more information 9/9

HAY FOR SALE: Grass and grass/alfalfa mix. Cow and barn stored hay. Delivery available!! Call 307-630-3046 9/9

2023 FIRST CUTTING GRASS

HAY, meadow brome and orchard grass. Certified weedfree, small squares. $275/ton, Cody, South Fork, WY. Call 307-272-4354 9/9

BARLEY STRAW: Certified weed-free small squares, $4/ bale. ALSO, 5x6 round bales, $125/ton. Greybull, WY area. Call 307-762-3878 or 307-8994714, leave message 9/9

Hay & Feed

Hay

Loomix Services

Specializing in Vigartone mineral & QLF protein lick tubs for cattle and sheep.

Call for fall pricing!

Seth Brockman • 307-331-0390

ALFALFA/GRASS: Quality round bales, approximately 1,500 lbs., put up dry, $150/ ton. Sundance, WY. Call 307290-0406 9/2

HAY FOR SALE: 2023 alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, oat/pea mix and intermediate grass. ALSO, two loads of 2022 CRP grass mix, cut early, good green. All in net-wrapped round bales. Semi load delivery available. Call for pricing, 701-690-8116, send a text if no answer or keep trying 9/2

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) 9/2

2023 LARGE ROUND

BALES: Grass hay, good quality, tight bales 1,500+ lbs. Will deliver. Call for pricing 605-224-6100 (home) or 605280-3879 (cell), if no answer leave message 9/2

VALLEY VIDEO HAY MARKETS, LLC: New crop alfalfa and oat hay available. Go to www.valleyvideohay.com or call Barry McRea, 308-2355386 8/26

Crop Cleanup

BENNY HERNANDEZ IS IN THE AREA AND HAS PLENTY OF HELP TO CLEANUP AND HOE YOUR CROPS. Call 307-431-7160 8/26

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to another by an infected or exposed animal.

She added the disease may also spread when wild animals or animals from an affected herd mingle with brucellosis-free herds.

“Brucellosis gets a lot of scrutiny, as it is a significant disease in livestock; it is a public health issue, as humans can contract brucellosis and it affects the state cattle trade status,” Webb explained.

She continued, “There are three things to prevent brucellosis – herd management, preventing commingling with elk and reducing elk on the property and vaccination.”

Webb stressed the importance of vaccinating with RB51 and following state vaccination rules.

She further noted the RB51 vaccine must be administered by an accredited veterinarian or a state or federal animal health official and can be given to non-pregnant female cattle four to 12 months of age.

“Voluntary sampling and testing are pertinent to our data collection, and we want to thank the facilities

who are testing,” Wyoming State Veterinarian Hallie Hasel stated.

Hasel reiterated the importance of producers, large or small, knowing state vaccination rules for cattle in Wyoming and understanding the proper channels of cattle transportation, which will help reduce risk and track cattle if brucellosis occurs.

Questions arose regarding commuter elk from Utah.

Hasel added Wyoming state agencies are working closely with state officials from Utah and surveillance testing will be conducted this fall, as there was more movement last fall and winter of migrating elk along the Utah-Wyoming border.

Hasel also addressed the official manner in which brucellosis cases are identified, tested and communicated to the public, as it is a recordable occurrence to the state but has confidentiality statute rules, a lengthy testing process and an intense quarantine management plan.

The meeting ended

By Savannah Peterson

Certified Angus Beef Recognizes Beef Quality Researchers

Certified Angus Beef (CAB) created the Bobby VanStavern Award for Beef Quality Research to recognize and support student researchers focused on beef quality. This year, the brand recognizes Andres Mendizabal as the recipient and acknowledges other successful researchers for their contribution to improving beef quality.

The brand considers VanStavern the “Father of the Brand Specifications” because of his involvement in establishing the brand’s original carcass standards. After his passing in 2020, CAB wanted to continue his legacy by creating the award to honor students committed to improving beef quality.

“VanStavern was instrumental to the creation of the brand, so it is only fitting we continue our dedication to the highest quality beef by recognizing students whose research will help advance beef quality,” CAB Meat Scientist Daniel Clark, PhD, says. “This year’s applicants specifically outlined relevant and applicable research which will impact beef quality, and they deserve to be recognized.”

with a review of the importance of vaccinating, surveillance, testing and following Wyoming state laws.

Sweetwater County exposure

In June, the Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory (WSVL) confirmed seven cattle originating from Sweetwater County tested positive for brucellosis. The cattle were initially identified in a routine slaughter sample submitted as part of Wyoming’s voluntary custom slaughter brucellosis surveillance program.

Hasel confirmed, although the herd was located in Sweetwater County, there were several links to Wyoming’s Designated Surveillance Area (DSA), where a brucellosis reservoir in elk persists.

The WLSB collaborated with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) in conducting an epidemiologic investigation into the source of the herd’s brucellosis exposure.

The quarantine was placed on the herd following the results from

WSVL, and the herd remained under quarantine until further testing and will stay under the brucellosis-affected herd plan.

The preliminary investigation was conducted through a cooperative effort between herd owners, WLSB and USDA APHIS, and epidemiologic tracing continued weeks after the initial findings by both WLSB and USDA APHIS personnel.

WLSB board meeting update

During the WLSB’s regularly scheduled board meeting on the following day, WLSB President Shaun Sims called the meeting to order and introductions occurred.

June board meeting minutes were approved, and the meeting was turned over to Director Steve True, who provided attendees with a budget and legislative update.

True reviewed the 2024 budget with the board and upcoming topics for discussion around future funding, state lab support and the board’s strategic plan.

Hasel commented it is essential to have both the support to run state test-

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ing and the personnel to interpret the tests, which are important to local producers.

WLSB Brand Commissioner Lee Romsa gave the board his report, which included an update on new brand books being published and stressed the need to hire more brand inspectors.

During the animal health update, Hasel introduced the new Assistant State Veterinarian Dr. Rose Digiannatonio and stressed the team was thankful for the new addition.

Hasel continued her report with a brief update of the Sweetwater County meeting and reported back it was a success.

True and Sims thanked Hasel, Webb and Digiannatonio for conducting a productive meeting and updating the community on the current brucellosis situation.

Hasel further updated the board on the current status of the brucellosis quarantine and the success

of state fair drug testing, which was conducted for the first time by a thirdparty administrator.

She concluded her update with a brief review of the increased number of reported neurological equine cases.

The WSVL has received approximately 30 equine cases involving neurological symptoms, of which a large portion of the cases are testing positive for West Nile, she stated.

The meeting ended with a motion passing to retain Sims as president and Kirby Camino as vice president, and the next board meeting is set to occur in November in Casper.

WLSB is pleased to announce Animal Health has implemented a new e-mail subscription service to keep individuals updated on current topics.

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

Bobby VanStavern Award winner

First-place honors go to Mendizabal, an international student pursuing a PhD in animal science at Texas Tech University (TTU). His research is titled, “The Accuracy of U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Yield Grade and Beef Carcass Components as Predictors of Red Meat Yield.”

“I assessed different cross-sections of a carcass to develop new techniques and models to predict red meat yield which could be used to produce market signals for the beef industry, resulting in new carcass composition and value predictions,” Mendizabal says.

Value discovery is always at the front of beef producers’ and packers’ minds and yield grade generates market signals and feedback for making production decisions.

While lack of marbling is the number one reason cattle don’t qualify for CAB, the brand recognizes Mendizabal’s research as a way to continue to improve the overall value of a beef carcass. “As we continue to improve marbling and qual-

ity grade, identifying more accurate and precise ways to predict red meat yield only stands to benefit producers and the profitability of the entire industry,” Clark says.

Other honorees

CAB would also like to recognize other students who outlined research pertinent to the beef industry.

Jacob Bagby is a master’s student in meat science at TTU and his research, “Effect of Bloom Time on Preliminary Yield Grade, Ribeye Color, Ribeye Area, Marbling Score and Calculated Yield Grade for the VBG-Smartcam and the VBG7L Grading Instruments,” evaluated the changes in camera assessments during different

bloom times.

Colorado State University (CSU) Animal Science Master’s Student Abbey Schiefelbein found potential pathways for trimmings of suspended fresh products as the trimmings are currently discarded.

In her research, “The Effect of Incorporating Suspended Fresh Beef Trimmings on Ground Beef Retail Shelf-Life,” Schiefelbein hopes to reduce the cost of this trending premium product.

Alexander Norwood is an animal science master’s student at TTU. His research, “Evaluation of Current USDA Beef Yield Equation for Predicting Subprimal Yield and the

Use of Cutout Data to Predict Lean, Bone and Fat Percentages in Beef Carcass,” will be used to form new equations to predict the saleable yield of beef carcasses.

Melissa Davis is a PhD candidate in animal science at CSU. Her research is titled “Benchmarking Current Pre-Slaughter Practices, Welfare Indicators and Meat Quality Outcomes at Commercial Fed Cattle Processing Facilities in the U.S.”

Davis studied critical pre-slaughter management factors related to animal welfare and accessed its impact on meat quality to create a nationwide benchmark.

Master of Animal Science Student at TTU Tayler Hays’ research titled, “Evaluation of Lubabegron Fed to Conventional Heifers and its Effects on Beef Palatability,” studied the products effects on palatability and dimensional changes to the Longissimus luborum of heifers fed this grow promoting technology.

The research by today’s students will affect the future of beef quality by generating insights for more efficient and accurate management at the ranch, feedyard, packer and beyond.

Savannah Peterson is the public relations intern for CAB. This article was originally published by CAB on Aug. 14.

Award recipient – Gretchen Mafi, president of the American Meat Science Association, presented Andres Mendizabal the Bobby VanStavern Award during the Reciprocal Meats Conference. Courtesy photo

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BY RON RABOU

Be Grateful for the Little Things

Every year, I do a father/son trip with each of my three boys individually. Since the time they were about four years old, we have made these trips a priority.

The rules are, they get to choose where they want to go and what they want to do, within reason, of course. As each one of them has matured and found what they are most passionate about, this is what their trip usually involves.

For Carson, it usually involves adventure of some kind and music. For Spencer, it’s anything farming related or anything revolving around the rural lifestyle, and for Mason, it’s all fishing.

Every year I get to cre-

ate memories with them that will live with each of us for the rest of our lives. However, I think one of the best things about these trips are the conversations we are able to have when there is no pressure from the outside world and we are able to just relax and enjoy the time we have together.

Most importantly, they provide a dose of perspective we all need from time to time.

There are a lot of distractions in life, and it’s extremely easy to forget about the little things that can mean the most. Quite often, those things come to us in moments when we least expect them.

On our recent return trip from a great rock con-

IT'S THE PITTS

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American Eulogy

A common theme dominating the conversation of most people my age is they are glad they’ll be decomposing six feet under the grass and won’t be around to live in the glorious future they’ve created.

My fellow senior citizens and I feel bad for the babies born today who, on average, already owe $13,425 in state debt and $78,089 in federal debt. I, on the other hand, wish I was going to be around to witness the carnage and to say, “I told you so.”

I don’t think most

cert in Omaha, Neb., Carson and I were making our way back home on I-80. As normal, we were involved in conversation and reminiscing about all of the trips we have made together over the past 15 years.

Suddenly, what sounded like a shotgun blast inside the cab of the truck made a massive explosion, and our windshield was diminished to small shards of glass. The blast had been so impactful, it blew glass into the back window, past the second row of seats.

Cruising at 80 miles per hour, we were fortunate to keep the vehicle under control, pull off to the side of the road, regain our new sense of reality, turn the truck around and ease back to the city of Lincoln, Neb.

As we found a gas station to pull into and stop, we became acutely aware of our surroundings and the glass that had blown into the cab, down our shirts and onto our bodies.

We were both completely unaware of what might have possibly hit the truck as neither of us saw anything either before or

they call “work” without a boss looking over their shoulder. Or, they’ll make a lucrative living being an “influencer” on YouTube, Twitter or Facebook.

after the impact.

Remarkably enough, the windshield, although concave into the cab, remained intact and upon further examination, we found no other damage to the vehicle. Even more remarkable than this was neither of us were harmed in any way.

Furthermore, we were able to locate a company that was able to ship in a new windshield and install it the next morning in the parking lot of our hotel. Additionally, the hotel loaned us a vacuum so we could clean up the glass in the cab.

As we were cleaning up the mess, our conversation led to two things.

First, how blessed we were to have been completely unharmed, to have no other damage to the truck, to find a hotel that was so accommodating and to find a company that could get us up and running in less than 24 hours.

Second, that whatever hit our windshield didn’t penetrate and come into the cab. It would have surely spelled disaster for one of us.

The next morning,

and one-third of the traffic will be parked at Tesla charging stations.

the windshield company determined what resembled about a 14-inch piece of rebar hit the windshield completely flat. It was traveling at such a high rate of speed, it was not visible to either of us.

I am still in awe of the shear strength of the design that must go into building windshields. It is truly incredible.

Carson and I took the evening to celebrate the unexpected opportunity to spend one more evening together. Most especially one in good health.

Our conversation over aged Nebraska ribeyes revolved around life’s many blessings that we most often fail to recognize – things like counting blessings and looking for the good in what can be unfortunate circumstances and being grateful for some of life’s mishaps, which ultimately give us a moment to take a deep breath, forget about schedules and agendas and enjoy the moment.

The perspective to be thankful and pay attention to the many things that help to make our lives safer and better – things like strength

of wolves, marauding bears and hungry mountain lions in our national parks.

design behind windshield glass and simple devices like vacuums to clean up messes that could otherwise be harmful if performed in any other way.

Simply put, there are so many “little things” we are surrounded by in our lives that we fail to recognize. We take them for granted or we are completely oblivious to their presence.

One little idea of putting a vinyl sheet between two panes of glass seems small, until it protects us from severe harm. Then, it’s a really big deal. The extra moments one gets with their son might just be the perspective, the time and the conversation he needed at that moment in his life.

As humans, we most often want to do something “big” to become something big or to be recognized in a big way. While this is a noble desire, it’s truly the little things that matter the most.

All of the little things we have an opportunity to do in our lives every day are what make the big things in life possible. And, for those things I am most grateful.

younger Americans fully grasp they’re sleepwalking into the fan blades of a giant green wind machine. As for the $31 trillion they’re already on the hook for, what do they care? Just like their $200,000 in student debt, they have no intention of paying it back either.

Who cares if the debt is $31 trillion or $130 trillion? If we need more money, we’ll just print more.

Today, young people think they’re all gonna work from home or sit at Starbucks staring at their phone all day doing what

We’re all gonna live in online communities of strangers, and when we’re hungry, our food will be delivered by DoorDash and Uber drivers. We’ll get everything else we need from Amazon and pay for it with Bitcoin.

We won’t worry about a steady paycheck because we’ll all be getting reparations checks for something or other, so we’ll just hang around and wait for our inheritance when our parents die so we can inherit their house. And, we won’t even have to move away from where we’re already living.

All of the pollution will disappear because all of our factories will be shuttered,

We’ll live in a world of renewable energy and zero emissions, and when we need more batteries, we’ll just buy them at Costco. We’ll just take the used-up batteries back or store them with our spent nuclear fuel rods we don’t know where to warehouse.

The letters “USA” won’t stand for the United States of America anymore but “Unlimited Sprawl Area” because people will live in office buildings made vacant when everyone started working from home.

President Biden’s 30x30 dream will be realized when at least 30 percent of U.S. lands will be conserved by 2030 so busloads of Japanese tourists with cameras dangling from their necks will be running from packs

Our borders will remain open to insure we’ll have someone to raise our kids.

Getting rid of all fossil fuels because of climate change will bring families closer together as we burn furniture and three generations snuggle together to share body heat. It will be just like camping! But, don’t forget to be on the lookout for the aforementioned wolves, bears and lions.

The future we’ve created will be a kinder, gentler and smarter world as everyone will be female, and boys will be boys no longer. Instead, they’ll grow their own boobs, have their plumbing rearranged and have their appendage removed. Ouch!

As for making babies, well, maybe we didn’t do a very good job of explain-

ing the birds and the bees to our kids. And, perhaps we should have come clean about Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny and the tooth fairy, too.

As for our birthrate dipping below “sustainable” levels, well, again this is what the open borders are for and why Congress looks like a parade.

If and when there is a World War III it will all be conducted by soldiers at keyboards with joysticks, drinking 5-Hour Energy, just like playing a violent video game. As for this great experiment we called America, we’ll finally come to the realization the grand experiment just didn’t work and we’ve been the big bully on the block for far too long.

The only advice I have for our inheritors is to bone up on their Chinese, North Korean and Russian.

During the first two days of Wyoming State Fair (WSF), youth horse exhibitors had the opportunity to showcase their talents in performance, halter and showmanship classes.

The shows kicked off on Aug. 14, running well into the following day, and multiple horse showmen saw their hard work pay off.

Senior performance horse results

Performance horse shows featured everything from hunter, Western, ranch riding, trail riding and gymkhana events, split into divisions based on exhibitor age.

In the senior performance horse show division, Kaitlyn Snyder of Gillette was named Grand Champion Hunter Under Saddle and the reserve champion was Cody’s Avalon Ponce.

In hunt seat equitation, Tess Palen of Glendo was the senior champion and Lindsey Thomas of Henry, Neb. was the reserve champion.

Anna Kassens of Shoshoni was named champion in senior hunt hack, while Isabelle Loeffler of Cheyenne earned honors as reserve.

In ranch riding, Buffalo’s Mattie Bloomgren was crowned champion in the senior division and Kate Budge of Kelly finished reserve.

Thomas took home

Through collaborative efforts earlier this summer, the Bureau of Reclamation (BuRec) and the state of Wyoming reached an agreement on last spring’s water management operations for the Upper Snake River Basin to avoid impacts to fisheries below the Jackson Lake Dam in Grand Teton National Park.

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the grand champion title in senior Western pleasure and Snyder was the reserve champion.

Thomas was also named grand champion in the senior division of Western horsemanship and Bloomgren was named reserve.

In Western riding, Hailey Turner of Upton was crowned senior division champion and Bloomgren was reserve.

In the senior division of the reining competition, Budge earned first-place honors and Snyder was reserve.

Budge also took home honors as grand champion in the senior trail class, with Bloomgren following behind as reserve.

An impressive run by Sheridan’s Amia Koltiska in barrel racing earned her a first-place finish and Loeffler came in second.

Taylor Malcolm of Rawlins earned a first-place finish in the pole bending, followed by Cheznee Mackey of Evanston in second.

Budge and Thomas were respectively named champion and reserve champion in the senior division of the working cow horse class, and with only two entries in senior breakaway, Laramie’s Glade Parker and Turner finished first and second, respectively.

In senior ranch sorting, Laramie brothers Glade and

Sawyer Parker earned champion honors, while Shoshoni’s Anna Kassens partnered with Snyder for a secondplace finish.

Goat tying rounded out senior performance horse events.

In the event, Stacy Ruggles of Laramie was named champion and Royal Kremers of Lance Creek was reserve. Intermediate performance horse results

In the intermediate hunter under saddle class, Izabelle Pedri of Rock Springs was named champion and Teagin Savage of Cheyenne was reserve

The intermediate division champion and reserve champion of the hunt seat equitation class, respectively, were Miranda Smith of Harrison, Neb. and Savage.

Taebyn McGinley of Rozet was named Intermediate Ranch Riding Champion, while Cord Smith of Douglas was Intermediate Ranch Riding Reserve Champion.

McGinley was again named the champion during the Western pleasure class and Pedri was reserve. McGinley took home a third intermediate champion title in Western horsemanship, with Smith in reserve.

In reining, Smith was named champion and Rozet’s Amara Hohnhorst

was reserve, and the champion of the intermediate trail class was McGinley, while Riverton’s Ryker Crimm finished reserve.

Intermediate riders were also able to compete in three gymkhana events – barrel racing, pole bending and goat tying.

The barrel racing champion was Remington Prince of Riverton, with Sheridan’s Madyson Dupuis in reserve.

Prince and Dupuis also took home first- and secondplace honors, respectively, in pole bending, and Dupuis won both the champion and reserve champion titles in intermediate goat tying on two separate horses.

Junior performance horse results

In junior hunter under saddle, Maeve Kavanagh of Jackson was crowned champion, while Jade Davis of Laramie finished reserve.

Kavanagh was again named the champion in hunt seat equitation and Riverton’s Brogan Crimm was the reserve champion.

With two entries in hunter hack, Greta Kassens of Riverton and Quinn Schneider of Cheyenne earned grand and reserve honors, respectively.

Quinn Schneider of Cheyenne was grand champion in the junior ranch riding class and Eirwen Barney of Lander was reserve.

In Western pleasure,

Scheider was again crowned champion and Jade Davis of Laramie was reserve.

Will Kruse of Lance Creek was the Western horsemanship champion in the junior division, followed by Barney as reserve.

Deklan McGinely of Rozet was the champion in Western riding and Schneider was reserve.

Kruse earned another grand champion finish in junior reining, followed by Brayson Bilodeau of Worland in reserve.

Bilodeau had another impressive showing in junior trail, earning champion honors in the division. He was followed by Sage Derner of Burns as reserve.

Laramie’s Leica Floy had a first-place finish in barrel racing, followed by Macy Jane Kavanagh of Jackson in second.

Macy Jane also earned second-place honors in junior pole bending behind her sister Maeve.

Halter horse results

In the WSF Youth Halter Horse Show, classes were split by breed and gender.

Peptolena Gin Badger, shown by Pedri, was the Champion Quarter Horse Mare, and Rockin A Fever, shown by Thomas was the reserve champion.

Smith exhibited the Champion Quarter Horse Gelding, BB, and Stormy, shown by Merrilee Michael

Dam operations have positive outcome

conditions created an imbalance in the Upper Snake Reservoir system during the 2023 water year, with water levels low in the upper reaches of Jackson Lake and high in the lower reaches.

This imbalance created the potential for a loss of storable water in the reservoir system if flows were to have spilled past Milner Dam in southern Idaho.

As water conditions evolved, BuRec was able to operate the reservoir system to meet flood risk requirements, avoid water supply storage loss and maintain 280 cubic feet per second below Jackson Lake Dam without use of Wyoming’s contracted space in Palisades Reservoir.

Following peak runoff in June, BuRec coordinated

with managing partners and began operating Jackson Lake Dam to meet downstream demands.

As part of the agencies’ continued commitments to transparency and collaboration, planning for fall agency and public meetings is underway, where resource managers will discuss water operations outlook, fisheries and research opportuni-

of Douglas, was the Reserve Champion Quarter Horse Gelding.

Carolina and Carla Navarro, a pair of sisters from Gillette, had the champion and reserve champion mares of any other breed (AOB) with Princessa and Lucy, respectively.

To conclude the halter show, Casper’s Viviana Christensen exhibited the Champion AOB Gelding by the name of Pal, and Kristina Hall of Torrington’s gelding Miracle was the reserve champion.

FFA and 4-H showmanship

In FFA showmanship, Carla Navarro was crowned grand champion and Emma Valois of Cheyenne was reserve.

For junior 4-H showmanship, Barney took home champion honors and Bilodeau received reserve champion honors.

McGinley was crowned Champion Intermediate 4-H Showman, while Aspyn Hamilton of Worland earned herself a reserve champion finish.

Moving up into the senior class, Thomas received honors as champion and Hall was reserve champion.

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

ties to support future management.

Additionally, BuRec plans to share with the public foundational information about how federal reservoir systems operate. The public meeting is slated for Sept. 14, with more information to follow.

BuRec and the state of Wyoming will work together to review and, if

needed, update the 1996 Guidelines for DecisionMaking in Operation of Wyoming’s Contracted Space in Palisades Reservoir to promote a greater shared understanding and enhance future coordination efforts. This undertaking also will include collaboration with Idaho water users, as well as other interested stakeholders.