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CALIFORNIA
CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION
OFFICERS PRESIDENT
Billy Flournoy, Likely FIRST VICE PRESIDENT
David Daley, Ph.D., Oroville SECOND VICE PRESIDENTS
Mark Lacey, Independence Jack Lavers, Glennville Rich Ross, Lincoln TREASURER Rob Von Der Lieth, Elk Grove
STAFF
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
Billy Gatlin
VICE PRESIDENT GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Justin Oldfield
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT RELATIONS
Kirk Wilbur
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
Lisa Pherigo
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Stevie Ipsen
ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Malorie Bankhead
OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Katie Almand
PUBLICATION SERVICES OFFICE & CIRCULATION
Office: (916) 444-0845 • Fax: (916) 444-2194 MANAGING EDITOR
Stevie Ipsen stevie@calcattlemen.org ADVERTISING SALES/FIELD SERVICES
Matt Macfarlane (916) 803-3113 mmacfarlane@wildblue.net BILLING SERVICES
Lisa Pherigo lisa@calcattlemen.org
OPTIMISTIC FOR A GREAT 2015 by CCA First Vice President David Daley, Ph.D.
As you receive this issue of the California Cattleman, your fellow beef producers from up and down the state have concluded a very successful 98th annual convention in Sparks, Nev. It was great to see so many friends and colleagues who are passionate about our ranching heritage and our future in California agriculture. Whave always been faced with challenges, but we are very fortunate to have such a caring and committed group of people who give of their time and resources to effectively represent cattle producers at the local, state and national level. Foremost on everyone's mind is water. The prolonged and historic drought has forced many cattle producers to reduce or liquidate herds and look for every cost effective alternative to manage feed costs. The reduction in cow numbers in California is not good for the business long term, and we hope that there is an opportunity to rebuild numbers if we ever get back to a "normal" weather pattern. Clearly, it would take a very wet year to even begin to change the dynamic. With that said, California has had very spotty moisture this fall, but in my area of Butte County, the grass is certainly in better shape than a year ago. Stock water is still a problem in many places, but at least we can see some green grass starting to grow. Other challenges will face our business this year. Groundwater regulation was thoroughly discussed at the annual convention and throughout the agricultural sector in California. That, coupled with increasing pressure at the state level to significantly restrict antibiotic use, federal and state public lands pressures, waters of the U.S. and countless other issues, our staff in Sacramento has a very busy 2015 ahead of them. Agriculture made significant progress at the federal level
in our recent midterm elections, and many of the candidates CCA supported were successfully elected/re-elected in Sacramento. We have a very dedicated and capable staff working for us constantly. With your support, we will continue to move the California cattle business forward. Sometimes it becomes easy to focus on the challenges and the negative pressures. But have we looked around to see how good we have it as well? Cattle sales seem to set records every week. I saw light steers bring $4 per pound at both Shasta and Orland Livestock in the past two weeks. Who would have ever thought we would see that value in feeder cattle? I would like to close by extending my thanks to the many dedicated people who effectively represent the beef community. Cattlemen and cattlewomen do a great job and are clearly the most effective advocates to move our business forward. As for our staff, they have had some terrific accomplishments in 2014. Kudos as well to the great work Stevie Ipsen has done in producing a quality magazine for our members. Because of a nearly seamless transition, many of you may not even realize the transition that was made to bring the magazine in house a year ago. Stevie and the rest of our dedicated staff have gone the distance to produce one of the best agriculture publications in the West. As you read it, be sure to let the staff know what you think and how they can work to make it even better for you, the valued CCA member. Seasons greetings and best wishes for a successful and prosperous new year!
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Volume 97, Issue 11 ASSOCIATION PERSPECTIVES CATTLEMEN’S COLUMN Good things ahead in the new year
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This month's cover highlights Western Fence and Construction's recent work for Robben Ranch near Dixon. This state-of-the-art facility is an example of the craftsmanship that ranchers can expect from Western Fence and Construction, Inc., Oakdale. Lance Harvey and his team at Western Fence and Construction, Inc., can handle everything from start to finish for your next project for barns, corrals, arenas, livestock facilities, wire fencing, solar pumps, sale rings and more. On this particular facility design, like many he contructs, Harvey designed the facility from scratch and his crew worked efficiently to finish the job in a timely manner. Ranch owner Gene Robben says he couldn't be happier with the facility or the customer service he experienced while working with Western Fence. . "The exciting new loading chute and cattle handling sytem is the best we have ever seen. It takes 5 to 7 minutes to load a truck. We can load and handle cattle easier than any other system we've ever worked with. Lance's cattle handling expertise and design of the facility was second to none! His crew was fast, efficient and totally dedicated to customer service. If you are in the need of fencing or facility construction, I highly reccommend Lance and his crew!" FOR A FREE ESTIMATE ON YOUR NEXT FENCING OR FACILITY PROJECT, OR TO SEE WORK SAMPLES, CONTACT LANCE HARVEY AT (209) 456-3705.
Pictured here at the Robben Ranch are Lance Harvey, left with ranch manager Mike Etcheverria.
BUNKHOUSE CATTLEMEN'S CAUCUS CCA optimistic about legislative support for ranching by CCA Vice President of Government Relations Justin Oldfield On Nov. 5, the country awoke to a shift in power in Washington, D.C., with the Republicans taking a clear majority in the U.S. Senate. At press time, Republicans have picked up a net gain of seven Senate seats bringing their total to 52. Senate Republicans also stand to pick up a few more seats with a race in Alaska that has yet to be declared and will likely end in a victory for the Republican candidate and a runoff election in Louisiana scheduled for early December. As President Obama moves in to the last two years of his second term he will now be met with Congress entirely controlled by Republicans. Republicans are likely to move legislation out of the House and Senate to the President’s desk on various issues such as health care, the Keystone Pipeline, immigration reform and jobs that will force him to either negotiate or exercise his veto power. Either way, another two years of gridlock is expected in Washington, D.C., and accomplishing reforms important to ranchers remains uncertain. In California, voters overwhelmingly rehired Gov. Jerry Brown for a historic fourth term and approved a new water bond that will provide $3.75 billion for water storage projects in California. Projects that stand likely to receive funds will include the construction of Sites Reservoir in Colusa and Glenn Counties, the construction of Temperance Flat Dam in Fresno and Madera Counties and the raising of Shasta Dam. Virtually all the California Senate and Assembly candidates supported by CCA and CCA’s Cattle-PAC were elected to office. Democrats still hold a firm majority in both houses which is why it is critical to support candidates, regardless of their party preference, that will support CCA on priority issues impacting beef producers throughout the state. Of specific note was newly-elected Assemblymember Jim Cooper (D-Elk Grove) and Sen. Richard Pan (D-Sacramento). While some CCA members might recognize Dr. Pan’s name, few probably recognize Jim Cooper’s. Jim Cooper happened to be one of a few Democrats running against another Democrat in the general election. Jim is a business friendly candidate, is agriculturefriendly and is a captain with the Sacramento County Sheriff ’s Department. We met Cooper early in the summer and he naturally took to many of the issues ranchers care about most. Cooper stands as a good example of one of nearly 16 Democratic votes needed in the Assembly to either pass good legislation or stop harmful legislation. In the Senate, CCA stood strongly with Pan against fellow Democrat and sitting Assemblymember Roger Dickinson (D-Sacramento). Dickinson was the author of the groundwater legislation in the Assembly that has many 6 California Cattleman December 2014
farmers and ranchers worried throughout the state. Former Assemblymember and now Senator-elect Pan cares strongly about our issues. For example, Pan, as a pediatrician, understands why ranchers need to exercise the judicious use of antibiotics to treat sick animals and prevent disease. He JUSTIN OLDFIELD also understands that the problems surrounding antimicrobial resistance are multifaceted and are largely driven by antibiotic use in human medicine. Pan is an excellent example of a strong voice we need in the California State Senate where more than 10 democrats are needed to stop harmful legislation or advance good legislation. Understandably, CCA will not agree with these candidates or other candidates we continue to support on every issue. We genuinely thank many of our Republican friends who stand with us on all issues and they are not to be forgotten. But in order to remain relevant and ensure your voice is effective, respected and heard in Sacramento we must support candidates who will stand to support you on the absolute critical issues affecting beef cattle production. This can only be done by bridging the numbers gap in both houses. CCA remains the foremost organization in Sacramento representing issues important to California beef cattle producers and this is well recognized in the State Capitol. You can help CCA grow our influence by joining CCA’s Cattle-PAC and engaging with your local candidates, regardless of their political party, to ensure they are accurately carrying your message to Sacramento. Encourage your elected candidates, regardless if they are returning to Sacramento or will be newly instated, to work across party lines to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining a profitable and viable beef cattle industry in California. That starts with supporting the issues affecting your operation at home. Don’t be discouraged if you don’t agree with them on every issue. Remember, regardless if you voted for them or not, they are elected to represent their constituents, and that includes everyone. CCA will assist you with not only growing your elected representatives’ knowledge and awareness of ranching but also your access to their office. Together, we can build a “cattlemen's caucus.”
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YOUR DUES DOLLARS AT WORK CCA WORKS ON TAXING ISSUES irs, wotus garner time & attention for state's producers California Tax Provisions to Aid Ranchers During Drought
drought at some point during the tax year are eligible to defer taxable gains. Similarly, the IRS determines a drought has ended for a county when a county has gone a year without being declared in extreme, exceptional or severe drought. Producers can also exercise the use of § 451(e) of the Internal Revenue Code which allows ranchers to postpone any gain associated with the sale of livestock due to drought to the next tax year. According to the FTB, § 451(e) can also be used for your state tax return. Additional criteria must also be met to utilize either § 1033(e) or § 451(e). If you believe these provisions may help you in reducing your tax liability at the state or federal level, CCA strongly advises you to speak directly with your tax accountant or attorney to determine your specific eligibility. Additional information and eligibility requirements for both drought provisions can be found on the CCA website.
At the request of CCA, the California Franchise Tax Board (FTB) has taken steps to align California's tax provisions with those of the federal government, extending the period ranchers have to replace livestock using deferred taxable gains resulting from the sale of livestock due to drought. Under federal and state law ranchers can defer taxable gains associated with the sale of breeding stock due to drought and in turn use those funds, which would have otherwise been paid to the national and state treasuries, to repurchase breeding stock once the drought ends. Under § 1033(e) of the Internal Revenue Code and § 24949.1 of the California Revenue and Taxation Code ranchers typically must use taxable gains previously deferred within four years at the end of a drought to repurchase breeding stock. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has the CCA Members Tell Corps authority to extend the replacement and EPA to “Ditch the period if a drought continues, Rule” on WOTUS however. On Friday, Nov. 14, CCA An announcement was issued submitted comments to the U.S. Army by the IRS in October to extend Corps of Engineers (Corps) and the the beginning of the four-year Environmental Protection Agency replacement period by another year (EPA) strongly opposing the agencies’ due to continuing drought conditions. Ranchers operating in all 58 California proposed regulation redefining what constitutes “Waters of the United counties are currently eligible for the States” (WOTUS) under the Clean extension. The recent announcement Water Act (CWA) and urging that the by the FTB makes it clear that agencies withdraw the proposed rule. California will follow the timeline set Under the language of the by the IRS to use deferred taxable proposal, dry stream beds, ephemeral gains to replace breeding stock. streams, ponds, ditches, and anything The IRS determines the drought in vaguely-defined "floodplains" and status of each county assessed using "riparian areas" can be considered the U.S. Drought Monitor that is published weekly by the National federally-regulated waters. Almost all Drought Mitigation Center at the activities on open land will touch a University of Nebraska, Lincoln. "water of the United States" under Ranchers operating in counties and the expanded definition, and the those adjacent that have been declared regulation would thus represent a in extreme, exceptional or severe significant land grab by the EPA and 8 California Cattleman December 2014
Corps. The rule is fraught with ambiguity, and shifts burdens currently born by the federal government onto the shoulders of landowners. If finalized into law, the regulation would require ranchers to obtain permits before performing routine activities such as pasture management and fence construction. While CCA’s comments were on behalf of the association’s overall membership, CCA’s members deserve immense praise for their direct and grass-roots engagement on this important issue. At local association meetings throughout the state, local presidents and CCA officers drew considerable attention to the proposed rule and encouraged members to personally submit comments to the agencies urging them to withdraw the regulation. CCA members made up a significant portion of the more than 130 comments from Californians submitted via the online portal set up by CCA affiliate National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), and numerous other members submitted their comments directly to the EPA. Simultaneous to their proposal of the WOTUS rule, the EPA and Corps announced an “interpretive rule” which limited the availability of permitting exemptions for agricultural conservation practices under the CWA. CCA submitting comments opposed to the interpretive rule on July 7. Unfortunately, because the interpretive rule is interpreted merely as an “agency guidance,” it went into effect immediately upon publication in April. CCA will continue to closely monitor this issue to see how the EPA and Corps respond to the overwhelming flood of criticism received from ranchers, farmers and others throughout the nation. For more information on the proposed regulation, contact the CCA office.
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FROM THE SALE RING SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST cattle market continues to bring welcome results by California Cattleman Field Representative Matt Macfarlane of M3 Marketing As I write this three great things are happening that will continue to benefit the cattle producers on the West Coast. First of all moisture has begun to fall in most areas of California and some grass has sprouted out of the cracks in the soil. I'm not making any long-term predictions and setting myself up to get run over like the weather man, but it's sure nice to see some rain this time of year. We are still a long way from where we need to be but at least optimism and storm clouds have been in the air. The second positive thing happening is our tight supplies have continued to sustain a profitable market. According to the United States Department of Agriculture fed cattle report during each of the first two quarters of 2014, California feeder numbers are down 75,000 head statewide. It is no news to many of our state's cattlemen that we are in need of some major heifer retention and moisture for continuous years to catch up to our state herd size we've seen in the past. A record corn crop and slight recent increase in demand for our product has certainly kept the glass looking more than half full for most producers. The third and most important aspect we are seeing is that cattlemen and women recently converged in Reno for the 98th Annual CCA and CCW Convention. I say this with a great deal of optimism because this event is critical to our livelihood and the future of our family ranching operations. As CCA's leadership, staff, committee members/ chairs and general membership came together last month to set the course in dealing with critical issues that affect
cattle producers state, we are again reminded that no matter the problems facing the beef industry, those involved in it make it the best way of life that there is and I am fortunate to witness it and be a part of it. If you aren't already, I strongly urge you to get active in your local county cattlemen's associations as well as CCA to help combat the outside MATT MACFARLANE influences that work against your profitable and sustainable production on a daily basis. As the fall production sale season has come to an end, it is refreshing - amid all the drought and herd reduction worries - to say that this bull and female sale season was, overall, a huge success. With the depleted cow numbers as we entered sale season in Septmber, I admit I had my reservations about how the sale season would go. I quickly saw how resilient and dedicated to their lifestyle beef producers are as they came to bull sale after bull sale ready to bid and take home bulls from some of the country's top seedstock producers. The market stayed strong to the end as the final bull sales of the season saw outstanding results. Congratulations to the folks at the Shasta Bull Sale in Cottonwood and the World of Bulls sale in Galt. With high quality bulls and high averages, I believe the optimism will spill over into 2015. As we come to the end of an interesting and historic year for California, I am proud to have been raised among some of the country's best producers who have demonstrated the will of cattlemen and women to survive when the going gets tough. I learn from these kind of cattle producers on a daily basis and I hope that when you are in need of marketing assistance, I can return the favor and be of service to you. It has been a full year since CCA made the transition to bring its magazine in-house and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue to work with this organization and its hardworking membership. If you would like to see something in the magazine or issues addressed please don't hesitate to express your opinion to Stevie Ipsen or myself. We want to give the CCA membership the quality, timely and useful information and our Pictured (L to R) are Shasta Bull Sale Manager Greg Thomas, Champion Angus customers a valuable marketing venue that they have been able to rely on for years. Have a great and Supreme Champion All-Around bull consignor Dale Bagley and Shasta Livestock's Brad Peek. holiday season!
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Zoetis Releases New options for Respiratory Disease treatment in cattle Zoetis announced a new label claim for ADVOCIN® People with known hypersensitivity to penicillin or (danofloxacin mesylate) Sterile Injectable Solution for control cephalosporins should avoid exposure to EXCEDE®. of bovine respiratory disease (BRD) in high-risk cattle. EXCEDE® is contraindicated in animals with known Previously approved for treatment of BRD, a large multiallergy to ceftiofur or to the ß-lactam group (penicillins and site study demonstrated that ADVOCIN® was safe and cephalosporins) of antimicrobials. Inadvertent intra-arterial effective for the control of BRD in beef cattle at high risk of injection is possible and fatal. Do not use in calves to be developing BRD. processed for veal. Pre-slaughter withdrawal time is 13 days ADVOCIN® offers a convenient alternative for following the last dose. See full Prescribing Information at veterinarians and producers managing BRD. Producers can ® www.excede.com/PI. now use ADVOCIN for control of BRD in high-risk cattle on arrival or take advantage of the short, four-day withdrawal time for treating respiratory disease late in the feeding period. ADVOCIN® delivers what veterinarians expect from a fluoroquinolone and now offers added flexibility to use the product in two ways. “The new ADVOCIN® claim helps provide another way to control BRD with the fast-acting fluoroquinolone power of ADVOCIN®,” said Jeffrey Sarchet, DVM, Beef Technical Services, Zoetis. “BRD remains one of the most economically impactful challenges facing the beef industry and is extremely difficult to diagnose. Choosing the right antimicrobials that help control and treat SPECIAL FEEDER SALE subclinical BRD is critical to cattle health, 8TH & CUSTOMER ANNIVERSARY performance and the bottom line of any APPRECIATION DAY operation.” ADVOCIN® is part of the comprehensive and versatile portfolio of leading BRD Management Solutions from Zoetis, which also includes DRAXXIN® (tulathromycin) Injectable Solution and EXCEDE® (ceftiofur crystalline free acid) Sterile Suspension. “The advantages of a comprehensive BRD management program can make or break an operation,” Sarchet said. “The new ADVOCIN® claim for control adds another tool to help effectively control BRD in beef cattle.” To learn more about using TLAY REPRESENTATIVES ADVOCIN® to manage BRD, talk to MAX OLVERA.................................. 209 277-2063 STEVE FARIA .................................. 209 988-7180 your veterinarian or Zoetis representative. EDDIE NUNES................................. 209 604-6848 DRAXXIN® has a pre-slaughter 209 634-4326 CHUCK COZZI ................................ 209 652-4479 withdrawal time of 18 days. Do not 209 667-0811 BUD COZZI ...................................... 209 652-4480 use in dairy cattle 20 months of age or 10430 Lander Ave., Turlock, CA JOHN LUIZ........................................ 209 480-5101 older. Do not use in animals known to P.O. Box 3030, Turlock, CA 95381 BRANDON BABA .......................... 209 480-1267 be hypersensitive to the product. See full www.turlocklivestock.com JAKE BETTENCOURT....................209 262-4019 Prescribing Information at www.draxxin. com/PI.
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PROGRESSIVE PRODUCER REWARDING QUALITY CBCIA Announces 2014 Carcass of Merit Awards By Thomas Freitas Jr., California Beef Cattle Improvement Association The commercial beef industry's emphasis on value-based marketing has improved quality of beef products and increased consumer demand. This increased attention to beef carcass traits is recognized by CBCIA's Carcass of Merit and Gold Seal Program. For a number of years the California Beef Cattle Improvement Association (CBCIA) has recognized outstanding beef carcasses from youth livestock shows throughout California. To qualify for the two awards, the Certificate of Merit and Gold Seal require carcass parameters to meet or exceed certain standards for weight and quality and yield grade (see box or table). These standards have changed periodically with industry demands. Certificates from CBCIA are available to sponsors of carcass shows in California through Cooperative Extension Livestock Farm Advisors or accessing the CBCIA website at www.calcattlemen.org/cca_affiliates/cbcia.aspx. These new certificates are Adobe PDF files with fill in blanks for name of participant, show, date, and carcass parameters which make it easy to acquire and use. As part of the program, carcass show managers are required to submit the names of certificate recipients to CBCIA.
2014 CRITERIA
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Hot carcass weight, 600 - 950 lbs. Hot carcass weight, 650- 900 lbs. USDA Quality Grade min. Choice Minus or higher
USDA Quality Grade min. Choice average or higher
USDA Yield Grade Below 3.00
USDA Yield Grade Below 2.5
In all, 26 carcass contests were reported in 2014. CBCIA and the California Cattlemen's Association want to recognize and congratulate the following participants: Amador County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Dan Sehnert Carcass of Merit: Lane Chronis, McKayla Mondani, Shane Billows, Hannah Billows, Grace Santinelli, Cade White, Robbie Woolsey, Lauren Lee, Morgan Lyman Butte County Fair Carcass Show Managers: Patrick Doyal, Ph.D., Dave Daley, Ph.D., Clay Carlson Gold Seal: Clancey Akers, Abigail Pfister, Blake Boyes, Mireya Luquin, John Boyes, Courtney Akers, Bailee Sutton Carcass of Merit: Mackenzie Mikulaco, Jake Garcia, Luke Sebastain, Bryan Samprucci, Justin Sutton, Consuelo Dominguez, Robert Roenspie California Mid-State Fair/San Luis Obispo Carcass Show Managers: Mike Hall, Mark Clement Gold Seal: Wyatt Savage, Cameron Simpson, Henry Schmitz, Morgan Humphrey, Robin Righetti, Cooper Humphrey, Calvin Jennings, Austin Borden, Ashley Lewis, Carson Nauta, Jessica Simonin Carcass of Merit: Luke O’Leary, Devin Corea, John Halverson, Blake Simonin, Nathan Hamers, Dennis Isbell, Casey Nauta, Casey Nick, Garret Cooper, Sarah Sandoval, Brett Reichard, Jake Humphrey, Isaac Lindsey, Bethany Willy, Lindsey Bridgman, Kaela Cooper, Jenna Lee,
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Haley Simonin, Tanner Bevill, Daniel Herrera, Kara Kester, Louis Lindsey, Jacob Yinguez, Antonio Silva, Anna Bromby, Johnny Schmitz, Ryan Jennings, Mattie Lindsey, Blakelee Adams, Kyle Simonin, Joelle Norris, Mallori Seifert, Aiden Cagliero, Kayla Hurl, Madelyn Finley, Anneke Vander Horst, Jacob Cagliero, Joseph Salcido, Jessica Judge, Tyler Moxley, Mary Allen, Jacob Walker, Britany Willy, Madison Ramsey, Joshua Hamers, Gracie Curtis, Kristal Willard, Lilly Hildebrand, Will Stroud, Wyatt Judge, Corryn LaRue, Calvin Levisay Chowchilla/Madera County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Randy Perry, Ph.D. Gold Seal: Ethan Slate Carcass of Merit: Isaiah Goudie, Tehya Abrahams, Amanda Rodrigues, Kaylin McKinney, Kendall McKinney, Riley Barney Colusa County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Josh Davy Gold Seal: Matthew Steidlmayer, Brandon Duong, Lauren Ornbaun Carcass of Merit: Ricardo Ocampo, Michael Dyck, Zane Brackett, Cade Brackett, Ashley Ornbaun, Zack Ogaz, Taylor Perry, Chase Alvernaz, Karlie Talbot, Elizabeth Cazares, Riley Griffith, Jacob Abele, Molly Dunlap, Kyle Wiggin, Brayden Steidlmayer, Matthew Reamer, Eli Miller, Wyatt Perry, Mary Pineda, Ashlyn Ferreira, Khloey Wayman Dixon May Fair Carcass Show Manager: Morgan Doran, Jeff Dittmer Carcass of Merit: Matt Folsom, James Folsom, Devin Delarosa, Luis Lafitte, Jillian Toynbee, Jared Tanaka El Dorado County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Dan Sehnert Gold Seal: Emily Piland, Payton Darrah Carcass of Merit: Nicole Cox, Austin Sweeney, C. Michilizzi Big Fresno Fair Carcass Show Manager: Randy Perry, Ph.D. Gold Seal: Dylan Hatcher Carcass of Merit: Anthony Gonzalez, Hailee Ashbrook, Emma Bolton, Kristen Potter, Payson Holman, Brian Austin, Cooper Ford, Austin Thompson, Thomas Pennebaker, Brooke White, Taylor Rodriguez, Lauren Costa Gold Country Fair Carcass Show Manager: Roger Ingram, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: Brooklynn Smith, Amanda Konrad, Chase Wilson, Cody Anderson, Vincente Martinez, Alisha Tadlock Intermountain Fair Carcass Show Manager: Larry Forero, Ph.D. Gold Seal: Jake Lewis, Diana Sanchez, Garrett Schmitt, Wyatt Schmitt, Brook Small Carcass of Merit: Megan Banwarth, Amanda Bricker, Darcy Coulter, James Davidson, Brett Gagnon, Konnor Gerig, Jesse Gould, Morgan Higgins, Steel Humphry, Elizabeth Madrigal, Gunnar Ronquist, Madison Ronquist, Bailey Small, Nicole Taylor, Rachael Wellemeyer Lassen County Carcass Show Manager: David Lile Gold Seal: Emily Egan, Justin Giusti, Abigail Carlson, Morgan Pickett, Cade Lile, Jack Mallery, Christy Hansen, Mason Stokes Carcass of Merit : Rylie Egan, Nathan Egan, Jonathan Langston,
Wesley Langston, Kerston Fletcher, Ellie Ward, Jared Lile, Riley Fletcher, Karina Lepe, Becky Struthers, Christopher Bell, Angela Bell, Ethan Williams, Brittany Pickett, Tristen Struthers Madera District Fair Carcass Show Manager: Blanche Campbell Gold Seal: Tanner Lopez Carcass of Merit: Mason Ellis, Tori Crevolin, Leighton Dill Monterey County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Scott Violini Carcass of Merit: Adrianna Figone, Jennifer Pantoja, Schanell Twisselman Nevada County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Roger Ingram, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: Cassidy Balzer, Maddy O’Dell, Rylee Prechter, Clint Bielen, Cody Butterfield, Joseph Guerra, Shelby Graham, Macey Borchert, Rachel Randell, Catharine Renner Placer County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Roger Ingram, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: Daniel Campos, Lauren Gage Redwood Empire Fair/Ukiah Carcass Show Managers: Tina Wilson, Danya Hildebrand Gold Seal: Dylan Guerra, Jodie Nelson, Noah Davila, Julie Brown, Noelia Davila Carcass of Merit: Ashley Hautala, Carolyn Simpson, Blair Beeson, Matt Edwards, Matt Delbar, Tony Zamora, Gracie Bauer, Jesse Davidson, Will Eddie San Benito County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Randy Perry, Ph.D. Gold Seal: Julianna Figone, Gracie Mansmith, Madison Andrade, Dawson Bell Carcass of Merit: Brett Gines, Isabella Pulido, Tristen Schmidt, Sarah Brewen, Cody Rogers, Ali Perry, Kira Emma, Taryn Wright San Joaquin County Fair/Ag Fest Carcass Show Manager: Rita McPhee Carcass of Merit: Wyatt Cockrell, Kayla Dami, Anna Locostic, Rose McPhee, Regan Boysen, Brandon Carr, Kori Kelley, Cole Lauchland, Braden Loveday, Royce McPhee, Anna Miller, Dervin Murphy, Veronica Viamontes Santa Barbara County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Mark Clement Gold Seal: Carla Fulgencio, Marshal Smith, Zach Morgan, Justin Bradley, Ellen Blackwell, Richard Osorio-Cruz Carcass of Merit: Madison Cossa, Crystal Arroyo, Andrew Cordova, Matthew Arevalos, Jasmyn Arroyo, Cortney Rees, Carina Fulgencio, Kelsi Pond, Abby Armenta, Brooklynne Radabaugh, Albert Martinez, Jayce Gamble, Katherine Porter, Jordan Pickles, Wyatt Jones, Mark Westall, Alex Emerick, Karley Pimentel, Emily Flores, Isabel Rios, Corbin Hayes, Kaetlyn Blocker, Serena Grossini
Siskiyou County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Larry Forero, Ph.D Carcass of Merit: Ethan Peters, Nicole Cowley, Harli Gomes, Paige Hinton Solono County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Morgan Doran Carcass of Merit: Sage Alvarez, Calvin Hearn, Kaitlin Black, Justin Hagan Tehama District Fair Carcass Show Manager: Josh Davy Gold Seal: Colten Leonard, Chase Keifer Carcass of Merit: Emyli Palmer, Amy Stroing, Mahlon Owens, Hanna Meeder, Melissa Stroing, Danielle Mueller, Josh Shultz, Wayne Spencer, Taylor Collins, Reghan Shannon, Naomi Renfroe, Clara Delong, Kegan Richards, Kyler Puckett, Emerie Eller, Mason Meadows, Hannah Endres, Emily Haugen, Sage Flournoy, Natalie Renfroe, Chase Wimer, Kayla McGiffin Trinity County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Larry Forero, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: T. Luke Noland, Cheyanne Noland, Dane Robinson, Alexandra Puga, Arielle Patton, Gabrielle Patton Tulare County Fair Carcass Show Manager: John Toledo Gold Seal: Adam Kagy, Justin Elizondo, Christina Clark, Silver Jones, Brian Borges, Elisia Alvarez, Ashley Jones, Taylor Hire, Paige Machado, Percey Roberts, Miranda Lenz, Alexis Bell, Caitlyn Wallen Carcass of Merit: Andrew Souza, Kelsey Stearns, Brianna McGill, Dakota Burns, Katie Boehner, Graden Inchcliff, Hayley Tharp, Erin Torres, Zack Roberts, Kameron Suggs, Analeigha Sanchez, McCall Machado, Kayla Belcher, Britney Heffner, Garrett Giovanni, McKenzie Borges, Sydney Gwinn, Aden Allen Tulelake/Butte Fair Carcass Show Manager: Dan Drake, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: James Lyman, Jara Chavolla, Taylor Herman, Elizabeth Struble Yolo County Spring Show Carcass Show Managers: Morgan Doran, Carl Wulff Carcass of Merit: Eleanor Harlan, Aidan Flynn, Amelia Harlan, Joel Berke, Vanden Heffington Yolo County Fair Carcass Show Managers: Morgan Doran, Carl Wulff Carcass of Merit: Bridgette Eldridge, Mary Paschke, Gracie Granillo, Stewart Andres, Breann Justice, Joseph Borchard, Vincent Heffington
Santa Clara County Fair Carcass Show Manager: Sheila Barry, Janet Burback Gold Seal: Jessica Post, Chris Veroia Carcass of Merit: Cameron Gilroy, Blake Bohdanowicz, Angelica Rodriguez, Erinne Contival, Amanda Sura, Jessy Alvarez, Gabrielle Schord Shasta District Fair Carcass Show Manager: Larry Forero, Ph.D. Carcass of Merit: Adam Blalock, Chase Bunn, Macey Bunn, Colton Deaver, Monica Dixon, Noel Dobney, Megan Eisen, Breanna Ellis, Kristina Freitas, Trista Hoy, Rylee Kelley, Olivia Largent, Tyler Largent, Karlie Morfin, Andrew Nail, Garrett Perry, Sophia Rank, Bryson Serna, Kory Silva, Berkeley Simonis, Robert Simonis, Nina Tucker, Tiann Uhl, Augstina Urricelqui
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California Cattlemen and CattleWome by CCA Director of Communications Stevie Ipsen
Each year, cattlemen and women of all ages from literally every corner of California take time away from their ranches, their studies and their beef promotion efforts to come together for the betterment of the world of beef production. This year was certainly no exception as members of the California Cattlemen's Association (CCA) and California CattleWomen, Inc. (CCW), met at John Ascuaga's Nugget in Sparks, Nev., for the groups' 98th annual convention. The theme of this year's meeting, "Thinking Outside the Fence," served as a reminder to members of each respective association that it is vital to constantly keep in mind what matters not just their own ranches each day, but also what matters to consumers and to young beef enthusiasts who hope to continue their family ranching traditions. As a Bay Area rancher CCA President Tim Koopmann, Sunol, sees the importance of looking down the road each day on his own cattle operation and said this year's convention theme is a valuable tool to remember what California ranchers are fighting for each and every day. "It's tempting to just go to work each morning with the goal of doing our job and enjoying our lifestyle, but if we aren't realistic about the threats outside our ranch boundaries, one day we might not have a ranch to enjoy or consumers who want our products," Koopmann said. From media workshops that stressed the importance of quality communication to Cattlemen's College sessions that shared with cattlemen and women the perspective of consumers and the importance of continued innovation in beef production practices, there was something for each participant at this year's convention. The festivities kicked off on Thursday, Nov. 20, with a media workshop present by CCA's Malorie
Bankhead who has become a nationally-recognized social media enthusiast. On Thursday, CCA affiliate groups also had the honor of interviewing college students and allocating more than $20,000 in scholarship money. Watch for a full list of winners in the January issue of this publication. Committee meetings were underway Friday morning and CCA members had the opportunity to hear from state and national agency representatives on a host of topics. During these committee meetings, CCA members have the opportunity to review and readopt existing policy as well as bring to the table any new policies. It is at this time that we often see how progressive California producers are as they look at current issues as well as issues coming down the pipe that have the potential to impact their ranching operations. This year CCA saw propsals brought forth from a number of committees including a landmark antibiotics resolution that will serve CCA members and California producers well as CCA looks to work with politicians and regulatory agencies on the antibiotics issues. Antibiotic use in livestock is just an example of an issue that is not likely to go away, and it is important that CCA members look to find ways to improve and update their practices so when the time comes, CCA has proof of proactive policy making from California cattle producers. A complete list of new CCA policy adopted at the convention will be published by CCA in January 2015. Cattlemen and women were fortunate to be presented with an arsenal of information to take back to the ranch during this year's convention. From an optimistic outlook on the growth of the nation's cowherd from CattleFax Analyst Duane Lenz to a realistic weather forecast from Silveus Rangeland Insurance-sponsored
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meterologist Brian Bledsoe, producers had every reason to be excited for what the upcoming year may have in store. "While we don't see a huge shift in cattle retension immediately, we believe that cattle slaughter numbers will be up slightly in 2015 and up a little more in 2016 with up to 200,000 head being slaughtered by 2017 over what they number of cattle sent to harvest this year," Lenz said. "That means that prices should stay consistently good for at least the next couple of years as we work to grow cowherds again." Bledsoe said that while the rain forecast for this winter won't bring a record number of storms, the weather should be much better than last year, which is a sentiment that Lenz agreed with as he shared the weather prediction of CattleFax meteorologist Art Douglas for the upcoming year. The eduction for producers didn't just come in the form of forecasts for the beef market. CCA and CCW members also recieved information to impact their bottomline as they attended this year's Zoetis Cattlemen's College sessions. This year Alison Van Eenennaam, who was featured by the California Beef Cattle Improvement Association, shared her recent research on feeding cattle with feed containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs). This research has recently been in the news on a global level and bodes very well for the beef community as a whole. Other speakers in the Cattlemen's College included Richard Linhart, DVM, and Larry Gran, both representing Zoetis Animal Health. Linhart spoke about vaccine use in beef cattle production and Gran shared recent information from Zoetis' industryleading genetic testing options. While the education and information are an irreplacable benefit of attending the annual CCA and CCW Convention, it seems that perhaps the favorite aspect of the convention
Convention
en meet in Reno to Think Outside the Fence comes in the form of camaraderie that participants experience as they catch up with friends from other areas of the state whom they may only see at the convention. The Allied Industry Council Trade Show is always a popular place for mingling and catching up with old friends and learning about new products and services that are available to producers. The annual dinner also provided the opportunity to reignite old friendships and start new ones. The annual cattlemen's dinner on Friday night also featured entertainment by up-and-coming country superstar Chad Bushnell, who was sponsored by the California Rangeland Trust. Every year at the convention, the culminating event is the awards banquet and installation of new CCA officers. This year was no exception as CCA and CCW said goodbye for now to outgoing CCA President Tim Koopmann and CCW President Tammie McElroy. Their shoes will be impossible to fill but new shoes will be filled by Modoc County's William A. (Billy) Flournoy and Kern County's Sheila Bowen, both of whom have been preparing for their new posts and are prepared for the challenges that may lie ahead. When the time comes for a CCA president to leave office, it is often said that their more than six years of CCA leadership have left them excited to get back to business-asusual on their own family ranching operations, but Koopmann's son Clayton said that he thought his dad was just getting warmed up and would welcome another year or two if his term would permit. "I think if CCA would put a new set of tires on his pickup, my dad would be ready for another round," Clayton Koopmann said.
Koopmann himself expressed his appreciation to CCA members for putting trust in him to lead the association. He called it a one-of-akind experience in which every place he visited felt just like home. As Koopmann turned the reins over to Flournoy, he was complimentary of the kind of individual Flournoy was and that he was confident the association was in the most capable hands that could be found. Flournoy took over the microphone like he had been running the association for years. He said he was excited about what his term would hold and looked forward to meeting with cattlemen and women up and down the state to learn what he could to do best benefit them. "I have been preparing for this for a while and though it will be hard to fill the post held by so many men I respect, I am thankful for the opportunity," Flournoy said. "I welcome your advice, concerns, compliments and criticism so we can work together to make this association the best it can be." Other outgoing officers for CCA included second vice president Fred Chamberlin, Los Olivos and treasurer Jack Hanson, Susanville. David Daley, Ph.D., moved from second vice president to first vice president of the association. New officers include second vice presidents Mark Lacey, Independence; and Jack Lavers of Glennville. The new CCA Treasurer is Rob Von Der Lieth, Elk Grove. Rich Ross, Lincoln will continue his second vice president term. CCA wishes to extend thanks to all who participated in this year's convention, especially the generous sponsors, without whom the event would not be possible.
2015-2016 CCA President Billy Flournoy after his installation at the annual convention
2015-2016 CCW President Sheila Bowen introduces her new officer team at the annual convention.
2014 CCA Officers pictured are (back row, L to R): Feeder Council Chair Bill Brandenberg, El Centro; Feeder Council Vice Chair Mike Smith, Coalinga; CCA Second Vice Pres. Fred Chamberlin, Los Olivos; CCA President Tim Koopmann, Sunol; and (front row, L to R): Second Vice Pres. Dave Daley, Ph.D., Oroville; Second Vice Pres. Rich Ross, Lincoln; First Vice Pres. Billy Flournoy, Likely; and Treasurer Jack Hanson, Susanville. December 2014 California Cattleman 17
Mark Lacey and David Daley, Ph.D., enjoying the trade show.
( L to R): Darrell Sweet, Lou Mora and Dick Nock talking at the trade show.
Longtime colleagues Jim OItjen, Ph.D., and John Maas, DVM, catching up.
YCC Member of the Year Award to Erica Bianchi and YCC Supporter of the Year to Scott Stone on behalf of Yolo Land and Cattle Company. Also pictured are 2014 YCC officers Trevor Airola, Kellie Mancino, Katie Stroud and YCC Advisor Malorie Bankhead.
Allflex's Tom Polich presents a scholarship check to the CCA Feeder Council Chair Bill Brandenberg.
UC Davis YCA members Kelly Simonsen and Hannah Van Duzer attended the convention.
CeCe Dale-Cesmat presented the Society for Rangeland Management's Award to Steve Sinton.
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2015 YCC Officers (L to R): Secretary Grace Tobias, Vice Chair Kellie Mancino, Chair Ashley Budde and Publicity Chair Juliet Conant.
Ag Credit's John McQuarrie presented NCBA Policy Vice Chair Kevin Kester the third place Top Hand Award to Carolyn Roberti. Not present were first gave an NCBA update at the Friday night place winner Will Shultz and second dinner. place winner Jake Parnell.
Convention interns (L to R): Katie Roberti, Jenna Forester, Danielle Wood, Jordan Sparrowk, Peyton Imperiale, McKenzie Cain and Kameron Suggs.
Fresno State YCA who attended convention
Ken and Melanie Fowle at the awards banquet.
Chico State YCA members
2014 Cowbelle of the Year Award recipients
Cal Poly YCA members
2014 Sponsors Cattlemen's Beef Board Chair Kim Brackett
IMI Global's Holly Foster
NCBA Dietician Shalene McNeill, Ph.D., RD
Meteorologist Brian Bledsoe
Allflex USA's Tom Polich and Newport Laboratories' Jonathan Ann Henderson Beitia with Merial's Craig Bosworth
Livestock Marketing Association's Forrest Mangan with Boehringer Ingelheim's Shauna Trusas-Jones
CCW Sponsor Wes VanSickle with Powder River.
UC Davis' Alison Van Eenennaam, Ph.D., and Richard Linhart, DVM were two of the Zoetis Cattlemen's College speakers.
CattleFax's Duane Lenz
Silveus representatives Dan VanVuren, Matt Griffith, Jim Vann, Max Thomas and Aaron Tattersall December 2014 California Cattleman 19
BAR R Angus
2014 CBCIA SEEDSTOCK PRODUCER OF THE YEAR The 2014 California Beef Cattle Improvement Association Seedstock Producer of the Year has been awarded to Craig and Julie (“JJ�) Reinhardt of Bar R Angus, a Sloughhousebased purebred Angus operation. In the Angus business for just over 10 years, Craig and JJ have quickly become one of the most reputable Angus operations in the state of the California. Their cow herd is comprised of about 85 cows and is split roughly 60 percent to 40 percent in spring calving and fall calving cows respectively. Cattle are run predominately in Sacramento county on 100 acres of leased irrigated pasture ground from the late spring to early fall, and 750 acres of native rangeland from the early fall to the late spring. Roughly 35 percent of their calf crop is the result of artificial insemination (AI). Approximately 60 percent of the current calf crop is a product of embryo transfer in which the recipients are registered cows. Those cows are then watched for return heats and if they do not take an embryo then they are used one more time. After that Angus herd sires are turned in to breed any open cows. The AI cows are synchronized and bred off of heat detection and then are turned in with Angus herd sires. Bar R Angus bulls are marketed to commercial and seedstock producers through the Heritage Bull Sale in Wilton each September. The Reinhardts have also had great success marketing select bulls at the National Western Stock Show in Denver, Colo. They believe in advertising to promote their cattle and their program through local and national livestock publications and direct mailing. In addition to selective advertising and marketing, Bar R also ensures the cattle they market to beef producers across the West are backed up by state-of-the-art technology. The
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Reinhardts utilize Zoetis’ HD50k test all of their sale bulls. They also believe that any sire they use on their own cows must be HD50k tested. On average they sell 35 bulls per year, with 80 percent of their bull crop being sold as breeding bulls. Currently they have two bulls listed in active sire summaries. Their criteria for marketing sale bulls is strict. To be eligible to sell in the Heritage Bull Sale, all bulls must: 1) have a low birth weight within the top 5 percent of the breed; 2) be in the top 15 percent for weaning and yearling weight expected progeny difference (EPDs); 3) be in the top 10 percent for marbling and ribeye; and, 4) Be in the top 20 percent for $W and $B traits. Additionally, bulls must be free of all genetic defects, be sound, moderate framed, easy fleshing, stout made or heavy muscled and be clean sheathed. Those who purchase bulls from Bar R Angus can expect free delivery or reasonable accommodations, as well as a herd visit to see the progeny of the bulls they have sold, in addition to further establishing a relationship with these reputable Angus breeders. Good bulls at Bar R come from only the best females. Bar R females are sold private treaty, through Western Video Market and in consignment sales such as California Angus Days. Heifers must be in the top 15 percent of current females for Birth Weight, Weaning Weight, Yearling Weight, Marbling, Rib Eye Area, Carcass Weight, $W and $B. Phenotypically they must be sound, efficient, moderate frame size, good disposition and balanced. To qualify for their donor cow program, Bar R cows must be under 100 on Birth Weight ratio, over 105 on both Weaning Weight and Yearling Weight and over 100 ratio on Marbling, Rib Eye Area and Carcass Weight. They need to have a large spread in that they are low birth and high growth. They must breed back on a regular 365-day interval, and must be very good in terms of udder quality such as udder balance and small teat size. While no one likes to cull their herd, the Reinhardts have a strict criteria in order for an animal to stay on the ranch. Their herd bulls are shipped without question with a failed semen evaluation, feet problems such as cracked hooves or unbalanced hoof sizes, poor structure including swollen hocks and joints, unbalanced confirmation or poor disposition. The culling criteria on the females is as follows: open at the time of pregnancy checking or any other reproductive problems beyond repair, feet problems such as cracked hooves or unbalanced hoof sizes, poor structure including swollen hocks and joints, unbalanced confirmation or poor disposition. Some of the economic measures used to manage their operation include cost per cow per year, including feed, reproduction, medicine and vaccine. They also look at cost per bull per year, and the cost of all bulls developed from weaning to sale time related back to the actual number of bulls sold.
In addition to running the ranch, both Craig and JJ are employed full-time. Craig owns and runs RMP Concrete, Inc., a commercial concrete company based out of Sacramento. JJ is an account executive for Jack Nadel Int'l, specializing in promotional marketing. Craig and JJ Reinhardt believe in being actively involved in the beef industry. JJ currently serves as an officer and past president of the California Angus Association, and Craig is a board member of the Western States Angus Association and a California delegate to the annual meeting of the American Angus Association, held last month in Kansas City, Mo. They are also members of the California Cattlemen’s Association and the Amador-El Dorado-Sacramento Cattlemen’s Association. Looking to the future, the Reinhardts plan to expand their herd to 125 cows, focusing on Angus cattle that are fertile, efficient, sound and provide the most profitable return for commercial customers. Shortening the calving season is a goal that they would like to accomplish. Currently they calve in Pictured (L to R) are: Past CBCIA President Abbie Nelson; CBCIA a 90 day interval, they would like to shorten that to 60 days. Board Member Ryan Nelson; 2014 Seedstock Producers of the Year They would like to market between 40 and 45 bulls annually, Craig and Julie Reinhardt of Bar R Angus Ranch in Sloughouse; and and continue to improve their herd and offer customer service CBCIA President Cheryl LaFranchi. that they are known for.
James W. Oltjen 2014 CBCIA HORIZON AWARD HONOREE
The membership of the California Beef Cattle Improvement Association has the privilege of honoring Jim Oltjen, Ph.D., of the University of California, Davis, Cooperative Extention with it's prestigious Horizon Award. Oltjen has served as an advisor to the board of CBCIA for several years in a strong capacity. This is not an annual award but one given to a deserving recipient when the occasion arises. “Jim Oltjen is invaluable to our CBCIA board. He keeps us apprised of current trends in the beef industry and is always a resource for our membership. Jim usually introduces us to new programs and testing that will interact with CBCIA and UC Davis,” says CBCIA President Cheryl LaFranchi. Oltjen was instrumental in forming the California Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) Program. In this capacity, Oltjen has traveled to literally every corner of California to reach groups of producers, whether large or small, often on his on time with his own resources. BQA has been an essential program assisting beef producers with injection sites, cattle handling and other cattle related management. Oltjen has received numerous awards and recognition in our industry. He was recently honored as an American Society of Animal Scientists Fellow which is presented to an animal scientist for years of service and contribution. Oltjen has always made his time available to assist with any CBCIA event, program or tour when asked. He volunteers his expertise in seedstock and commercial
producer’s applications for Beef Improvement and NCBA awards. Though brilliant in his own right, Oltjen has the ability to help anyone grasp any topic in the beef industry. He is known for being a favority among his students - both those at UC Davis and those out in the beef community. Congratulations to Dr. Jim Oltjen on this well-deserved recognition.
Pictured (L to R) are: CBCIA Horizon Award Honoree Jim Oltjen, Ph.D., with CBCIA President Cheryl LaFranchi and Past President Abbie Nelson.
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2014 Photo Contest
This year, the CCA and CCW Photo Contest moved into the digital age in an effort to meet the demands of busy ranching enthusiasts as well as keep up with the ever-evolving world of technology. The response to this change was outstanding as we received more photos than in recent years past and with the help of the qualified judges below, the winning photos were selected. In addition to the new digital photo contest, a new "Young
Guns" category was added for photographers under age 18. Listed here are the winning photos selected by the judges as well as the $500-winning People's Choice Award, which was voted on by the CCA and CCW membership at the annual convention in Sparks, Nev., last month. Congratulations to Paula Francis of Kern County for winning this year's grand prize in the People's Choice category!
Meet This Year's Judges... Heidi Anderson
Patti Buck
Heidi Anderson, owner and photographer at Legacy Livestock Imaging, along with her husband Charles reside in Topeka, Kan. Heidi has been a professional photographer since 1999 with awards from Professional Photographers of America, Kansas Professional Photographers, as well as numerous Agricultural Awards for Excellence. Known for both her onthe-ranch photography and her work in the showring, Heidi specializes in high quality images that engage the mind and the heart while reflecting the agriculture industry we love in the best light.
American National CattleWomen President Patti Buck, lives in Ignacio, Colo., with her husband Wayne, who have two children and five grandchildren. They have been married 34 years and run an Angus cow-calf operation. Patti has worked hard to promote beef over the years with many local cattlemen’s and cattlewomen’s groups, as well as the National Beef Cook-Off. Patti loves to do beef cooking demos in the classroom of local schools and teach about beef. She volunteers in her county at health fairs, ag days, county fairs and any opportunity to promote the beef industry.
Show Photos by Katina is based in Plateville, Colo., where Katina, her husband, and three daughters reside and work on a purebred cattle operation. Her current location allows for ease and flexibility to any and all livestock shows and events in the U.S. Though Show Photos by Katina focuses primarily on the show ring, Katina has also been expanding to family and wedding photography. As a livestock photographer, she brings a past history as an exhibitor in the show ring. She understands the excitement and emotions of the youth showing their champion, and wants to capture those moments for exhibitors and their families to share and remember for years to come.
David Jones is a third-generation dairy farmer from Stevinson. After graduating from California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo with degrees in Dairy Science and Agricultural Communications, David pursued a career in agri-marketing and communications. He is now working on the family farm where his focuses Arakelian© include overall herd health, farming and the calf operation at the dairy. As a past California State FFA Officer, an avid blogger and well-known agvocate, David enjoys spending some of his time on the farm capturing photos and sharing them with online followers. He is also a blogger for Lifeline, an animal care solutions site. To see a humorous glimpse into dairy life, follow him on Instagram: @winesandbovines.
Katina Costerisan
David Jones
"Beef. It's What's For Dinner." 1st
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"Chico State Famous Tri-Tip" Cain Madrigal, Coalinga 22 California Cattleman December 2014
"Best Meal in Town" Linda Hayden, Three Rivers
A Toast to Good Health Terri Arrington, Columbia
2014 Photo Contest Rural Life 1st
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Morning Orders Justine Smith, Elk Creek
A Dog, A Horse, and Wide Open Spaces Cain Madrigal, Coalinga
People 2nd
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Drew at Sunset Paula Francis, Bakersfield
Struttin' Elizabeth Hath
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Francis Men at Sunset Paula Francis, Bakersfield
The Moment that Takes Your Breath Away Dana Barrett, Santa Ynez
California Landscapes 1st
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West Coast Life Janet Jones, Oroville
Early Morning Travelers Jesse Midgley, Janesville
The True Definition of Paradise Cain Madrigal, Coalinga
Animals & Wilflife 1st
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"Ranch Cat" Justine Smith Elk Creek
Bring 'Em Dana Barrett, Santa Ynez
"What Are You Lookin' At?" Carissa Rivers, Winters
Young Guns (photographers under age 18) 1st
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"Hello, World" Costin Allen, Santa Ynez
Happy Canyon Sunset Costin Allen, Santa Ynez
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A Rancher's Winter Wonderland Audrey Cockrell, Cedarville December 2014 California Cattleman 23
THE HOME STRETCH
FOOTHILL ABORTION VACCINE TRIAL EXTENSION AND EXPANSION PROPOSED FOR 2015-2016 After years of fundraising efforts by and on behalf of members of the California Cattlemen's Association and diligent research efforts by the laboratory of Jeffery Stott, Ph.D., at the University of California, Davis (UC Davis), CCA members should be pleased that a viable vaccine may soon be available for use by all California beef producers. The text below describes the ongoing vaccination trials for the vaccine as approved by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and UC Davis. A collaborative effort between the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine (UC Davis) and the California Cattlemen’s Association (CCA) is being developed to extend and expand the experimental foothill abortion commercial field trials in winter of 2015 through 2016. The intent of this proposal is three-fold: 1) facilitate a broader estimation of field safety and efficacy under varying conditions, 2) provide much needed relief to ranchers suffering from foothill abortion losses and 3) better establish the potential market for this vaccine. Three years of preliminary safety and efficacy trials for the experimental live foothill abortion vaccine are nearing completion with encouraging results. Experimental efficacy trials have demonstrated the vaccine to be efficacious when administered to naïve replacement heifers prior to breeding. In the expanded commercial trials, the first vaccine is expected to be available in late spring or early summer of 2015, pending completion of vaccine safety testing and acquisition of state and federal permits. Administration of the experimental vaccine will be limited to replacement heifers. This is an experimental product and will require participants to sign liability releases for the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine and the CCA. The vaccine will need to be administered a minimum of 60 days (preferably 90 days) prior to initiation of breeding. In addition, the experimental vaccine has a 90day withdrawal period which means heifers cannot be slaughtered for 90 days following vaccination. The product will be transported and stored in liquid nitrogen (or its vapor phase) until the day of use. It is relatively fragile and requires specific handling instructions and therefore will be administered by either a veterinarian who has received appropriate instruction or from a member of Dr. Stott’s laboratory at UC Davis (developers of the vaccine). All vials must be accounted and unused vials returned to UC Davis.
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Participation in program will require collection and reporting of data including: 1) recording the Bangs tag number (and large ear tag number if available) of any heifer receiving the vaccine and 2) documentation of any adverse effects following administration of the product. This data will be reported to the United States Department of Food and Agriculture’s (USDA) Center for Veterinary Biologics as required follow-up to federal authorization to distribute the experimental product. Participants will also need to provide records of any pregnancy exams and calving data. An application must be submitted to the CCA providing the following information: 1) ranch name and owner(s), physical location and contact information 2) location of the cattle at time of vaccination, if different than the ranch location 3) number of doses requested 4) approximate date (month, year) you wish to vaccinate and 5) method used to record calving. This information must be provided by the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine to the either the California Department of Food and Agriculture or the Nevada Department of Agriculture and USDA’s Center for Veterinary Biologics in order to obtain required transport permits for the vaccine, a process requiring up to two months. Submission of an application does not require participation. Any rancher can back out of the program at a later date if desired. The CCA Livestock Memorial Research Fund (LMRF) will need to raise funds to cover the costs of the expanded trial. Funds will be used to support foothill abortion vaccine production and associated sterility and potency testing, as well as distribution. Estimated costs are $20 to S25 per dose. The CCA strongly encourages participants to make appropriate donations to LMRF, based upon their anticipated herd size, to help offset the cost of the trial. For more information about participating in the trial please contact Billy Gatlin in the CCA office at (916) 444-0845 or by e-mail at billy@calcattlemen.org.
PROPOSED 2015-2016 EXTENSION AND EXPANSION OF FOOTHILL ABORTION VACCINE TRIALS RANCH NAME:_______________________OWNER(S) NAME (S):________________________ PHYSICAL ADDRESS/RANCH LOCATION: ___________________________________________ BILLING ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________ WORK/HOME PHONE NUMBER:____________________________CELL:___________________ E-MAIL: ________________________________ LOCATION OF CATTLE WHEN VACCINATED (IF DIFFERENT THAN RANCH LOCATION): _______________________________________________________________________ NUMBER OF DOSES REQUESTED:_____ PLANNED (APPROX.) DATE OF VACCINATION: _____________ WHEN DO YOU PLAN TO INITIATE BREEDING? _________________________________________ METHOD USED TO RECORD CALVING:______________________________________________ METHOD OF INDIVIDUALLY RECORDING HEIFER AT TIME OF VACCINATION (BANGS TAG, SILVER BRIGHT, 840, ETC.):
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Ranchers come together to protect rangeland by Tehama County CattleWoman Jean Barton On Oct. 11, 360 ranchers from Southern California northward celebrated the 16th year of rangeland conservation at the California Rangeland Trust’s annual fundraiser "A Western Affair," hosted by the Wood Family, Darrell and Callie Wood, Dennis and JoEllen Wood, and Diana Wemple, at their winter ranch west of Orland. Sixteen years ago, it was printed in this publication that "a small group of progressive members from the California Cattlemen's Association (CCA) sat down and discussed how they could help their fellow ranchers stay on their land and sustain their way of life. Shortly after this monumental meeting, a resolution was passed by CCA membership to form the California Rangeland Trust (Rangeland Trust)." Since then more than 278,000 acres has been conserved. The Rangeland Trust has a list of more than 100 ranching families, accounting for nearly 400,000 acres awaiting funding to permanently protect their working ranches. CRT is the only rancher-led land trust in California. Rangeland Trust Chair Darrel Sweet, Livermore, welcomed guests as they sat down to a wonderful dinner catered by Vic Woolery. Sweet spoke about the organization's history and recognized how far rangeland conservation has come. During the cocktail hour hosted by Lane Ranches, Clements, and Patron Margarita's, Anderson, and Red Bluff FFA members had an assortment of hors d'oeuvres including Vic's famous meatballs served with Branding Iron Style BBQ Sauce, gourmet Lockeford Sausages served with Fred's Honey Mustard, a variety of local olives, seasonal vegetables served with herb dip as they circulated among the crowd. Also helping were students from California State University, Chico, Young Cattlemen's Association and Alpha Gamma Rho fraternity. A total of 180 pounds of Panorama Organic Grass-fed New York strip steaks were barbecued, Vic's famous green beans, wild rice salad, caesar salad with housemade croutons,
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and artisan dinner rolls served with butter. Red and white wines from various vineyards were on each table. Each table had a large bouquet of sunflowers, and for lighting there were miniature kerosene lanterns. On each chair was a gift bag including a Rangeland Trust kerchief, leather coasters and souvenir bottle of spring water with the DX brand of Wood Family Ranches. Before dancing to the live music of Brian Kenny and The Trustees on the large wooden dance floor, there was a dessert buffet including coffee, cheesecakes, berry mini tarts and pies, pound cake, cupcakes, lemon bars, chocolate mousse, bread pudding with caramel sauce, assorted cookies, chocolate ice cream sundaes and other decadent delights provided by Salvagno's of Orland. The whole area was aglow with strings of lights that complemented the rustic mesquite logs that lined the arena. Earlier in the day was a cattle sorting event in the large outdoor arena with two go-rounds per team with a final round for the top 10 teams in each division. Awards for fastest average times in both the open and proamateur divisions were antiqued silver buckles for first, silver stirrups for second and third was cowhided breast collars. In the open division, first place went to Justin Niesen and JC Niesen, Williams, representing Shasta Livestock Auction Yard, for 17 head in a time of 158.33. Second place was awarded to Mahlon Owens and her mother Anne Owens of Red Bluff with 12 head in a time of 156.87. Third place went to Austin Stone and his father Scott Stone, Yolo Land and Cattle Co.; Woodland with 12 head in a time of 166.19. Pro-amateur winners were first place, Neva Duran and Elfego Valle with 11 head in 92.68. Second place went event hostess Callie Wood and her son-in-law Logan Nutall, Vina, with 10 head in 114.89. Third place went to Karen Knorr and Elfego Valle with 10 head in 118.81. Master of Ceremonies during the evening was Vice Chairman Jack Hanson, Susanville. He announced the
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Conservationist of the Year Award. It is the highest and most prestigious award bestowed by the Rangeland Trust. "The recipient exemplifies true dedication to the advancement of rangeland conservation in California and preserving the viability of our ranching industry and Western legacy." The 2014 award was presented to Scott and Karen Stone, Yolo Land and Cattle Co., Woodland. In 2007, the ranch was recognized as the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Environmental Stewardship winner for the nation. Event host, Darrell Wood told about the Wood family and their history in Lassen County. His great-great grandfather, Denis Wood first drove cattle to Susanville from Nevada City in the 1860s. The live auction, featuring Col. Jake Parnell, Sacramento, as auctioneer had many interesting items. One such item was a day traveling with the legendary Ellington Peek. It was so popular that it was sold three times; once to Mike LaGrande of Williams, then to Tom Conlin of Oakdale, and finally to Andrew Ospital of Valley Springs. Each year "A Western Affair" is held in a different location. In 2007, the event visited Santa Rosa Island and 125 friends, family and Rangeland Trust supporters attended the celebration on this unique island. Guests came across the Santa Barbara Channel by boat and plane to hear the story of the island ranching culture, that once thrived here. In Nov. 2007, the California Cattleman quoted that, "Santa Rosa Island was legislated into the Channel Islands National Park in 1979, and formally acquired in 1986 with a 25-year right to continue operations. In 1998, the Vail and Vickers family cattle operation was ended permanently when environmental litigation forced its closure. The loss of the more than 100 years of cattle ranching, the generations of cowboys and their families that grew up here, and the vaquero traditions now live only in stories." In 2008, "A Western Affair" was hosted by Vintage Angus Ranch, Modesto, with more than 200 attendees. And, in 2012, they stepped back in time as they entered the historic Old San Simeon Village on the Hearst Ranch. From the steps of Sebastian's General Store one could almost hear the sounds of the old ships as they sailed to the wharf and warehouse built by Sen. George Hearst in 1878. No matter where “A Western Affair” lands, one thing continues to remain true – those in attendance always come together with the goal of protecting more California ranches for future generations to enjoy.
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Event host Darrell Wood with Rangeland Trust CEO Nita Vail and Rep. John Garamendi.
Bay Area rancher CCA President Tim Koopmann and wife Melinda Koopmann.
Lori Carion, CEO of Panorama Organic Grass-Fed Meats, and her husband Aaron.
Bert Owens competes in the cattle sorting.
Rangeland Trust Chair Darrel Sweet (center) with past chairs Scott Stone (left) and Darrell Wood (right).
Nita Vail with Conservationist of the Year Winners Austin, Karen and Scott Stone. The Wood family hosting the event included back row (L to R): Diana Wemple, Darrell Wood and Trevor Wood; and front row (L to R): Danielle Wood, Callie Wood, Dallice Nuttall, Logan Nuttall, JoEllen Wood and Dennis Wood.
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Kathryn Carruth has been hired as the new Executive Director of the American National CattleWomen, Inc. (ANCW). She is relocating to Denver, Colo., from England where she has just completed her Masters in International Rural Development Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security at Royal Agricultural University. Raised in the ranching KATIE CARRUTH community, Carruth also holds a Bachelors of Science from Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, in Animal Science and Agricultural Communications (with a minor in Classical Ballet). She brings a tremendous skillset with experience as a former TV reporter and public relations professional for multiple philanthropic organizations. In her new position, Carruth will tend to a wide variety of duties including but not limited to beef promotion events with ANCW and advising the National Beef Ambassador Team. Carruth’s is now off on running as her first official day on the job in the Denver office was Nov. 17. Upon accepting her new position, Caruth expressed her admiration for and dedication to the agriculture community. “I'm proud to work with the women who bring safe nutritious and delicious beef to American's tables. I believe there are three key areas we as CattleWomen need to concentrate on in the years ahead – strategic business planning, communicating what livestock production really is to consumers and recognizing and advocating for family farms and the value they provide the food chain," Carruth said. "American National CattleWomen are proud of their operations and I'm proud to help promote them and help bring this industry the respect and recognition it deserves.” Coming from a beef background herself, Carruth added that her roots in beef production propel her to work hard on behalf of the nation's cattlewomen and beef production as a whole. “One of my fondest childhood memories is going along with my father, Johnny Bob Carruth, to compete in cattle shows. I loved caring for the calves with my brother," she said. "Generally, we as consumers don’t think about the whole process of production - all of the work that goes on behind it. We need associations such as American National CattleWomen to support the hard working people who deliver delicious and versatile beef for America’s families.” Patti Buck, President of ANCW is thrilled to bring Carruth on board. “Kathryn is a leader who understands the value of a volunteer and the need for a strong strategic vision for our grassroots cattlewomen membership organization. We’re confident in her ability to lead ANCW into the future, driving beef demand across the country and developing women who are passionate about the beef business.” Carruth has large shoes to fill as she replaces past ANCW Executive Director Sarah Bohnenkamp, who has served the nationwide cattlewomen's group for the past four years. For more information about ANCW visit www.ancw.org, call 303-850-3440 or email ancw@ancw.org. December 2014 California Cattleman 39
IN MEMORY JAMES "JIM" COELHO Jim Coelho, a California cattleman and agriculture icon was born Sept. 25, 1935 in San Jose to Emily Mori Coelho and John Rose Coelho. He passed away surrounded by loved ones Nov. 6, 2014. Beloved by all who knew him, Coelho is preceded in death by his parents and his late wife, June Callejon Coelho. Jim is survived by his wife Virginia, sister Nancy Coelho Margherita (Bob), brother John Coelho (Jeanne), daughters Mary Wilson (Daniel), Teresa Blake (Randy), Julie Mast (Warren), stepchildren Gael-a Wylie (Eric), Benn Burns, Alison Bettencourt (Mike), many nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Coelho was raised on a small diversified crop and livestock ranch in the San Francisco Bay Area. He attended the University California Davis; California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, and California State University, Hayward, studying Administration and Agricultural Education. He was a lifelong student of the industry and passed his love of agriculture on to many of his students, both young and young at heart. It was at a young age that Coelho began his 65-plus year passion and career of cattle ranching. While maintaining and growing his irrigated pasture, row crop pasture, stocker
cattle in Dixon-Davis and his cow-calf herd in the Mission San Jose area of Fremont, Coelho was also the director of agriculture at Livermore Valley School District for 25 years and the founder and teacher of the Agriculture Business Management Program at Chabot College. Previously, Coelho served as a member of the board of directors at the Alameda County Fair in Pleasanton, where he served as president of the board. Among many other leadership roles, he served on the boards of the Alameda County Farm Bureau, the Sierra Bay Farm Credit Association and the California Agricultural Leadership Foundation from 1971 to 1973, and served on the California Cattlemen's Association Convention and Legislative Action Committees. He was also a member of numerous organizations, including the National Cattlemen's Association, serving on the Research and Education Committee and belonged to Cattlefax, serving as its president in 2001. In 2005, Coelho was honored by the California Chamber of Commerce as California's livestock man of the year. As a very active member of CCA for many years, Jim, along with his devoted wife, was someone who took the success of the cattle business very personally. He will be sorely missed by California cattlemen and CattleWomen up and down the state. A Celebration of Life for family and friends was held at the Alameda County Fairgrounds on Nov. 17. Those wishing to donate to his memory can donate remembrances in Jim's name to the donor's local FFA Chapter or 4-H Club.
BARBARA BREWER AINLEY Barbara Ainley of Elderwood, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Sept. 27, surrounded by her beloved family. She was born on May 16, 1932 to Clell and Opal Brewer in Three Rivers. She graduated from Woodlake High School in 1950. On June 11, 1954, she married her sweetheart Frank Ainley in New London, Conn., while he was serving in the U.S. Coast Guard. Upon discharge from the service, they moved back to the Ainley Ranch in Elderwood, where they continued in the cattle business. They started a family and had 4 children: Tim, Annette, Frank Jr. and Craig. Barbara worked at Woodlake High School for 25 years in the Health Center where she bandaged many wounds as well as hearts. Barbara was the first Woodlake Lions Club Rodeo Queen and rode her horse at the 50 year Celebration at 72 years of age. She was a member of the Foothill Bible Church of Elderwood. Barbara displayed such beauty as she walked into a room with such grace and kindness that you immediately felt at peace. She was a woman who sparkled in personality as well as in fashion. She was always put together in sparkle from her ears to her ankles – all of which seemed to carry a story. She loved having her family on the ranch and in her home. 40 California Cattleman December 2014
Above all, she was the most giving and selfless mom, wife, grandma and friend as she never thought twice about putting others above herself. Her family loved to spend holidays on the ranch and have grandma's cobbler followed by an evening playing games such as 'up-jinx' or 'rook' and re-telling old stories. She loved the holidays because it was a time to have her family under one roof. She had a tremendous amount of joy on her face watching her family open gifts that she put so much detail into. Her adoration towards Frank was something her grandchildren loved to watch on the dance floor. She displayed a Proverbs 31 woman in every way. She loved her Jesus and built a home with His presence for her family to flourish in all the days of their lives. She will be missed and her legacy will continue on with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her husband, Frank Ainley; children Tim (June), Annette (Tom), Frank (Lori), Craig (Ronell), 16 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren and her brothers, Leon (Gulsen) Brewer of Visalia and Don (Lucinda) Brewer of Big Timber, Mont. She was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Olliene Morrow, her brother DeWayne Brewer, her daughter-in-law Darlene Ainley and her nephew Paul Brewer. A Celebration of Life service was held Saturday, Oct. 4. Memorials may be made to: School of Foundations (Tim Ainley), c/o P.O. Box 2671, Visalia, CA 93279 or Foothill Bible Church 37721 Rd. 200 Elderwood, CA 93286.
MARCUS ITEN BACCHI Marcus Iten Bacchi was born in Tamuning, Guam, on November 24, 1973. He passed away unexpectedly Nov. 3, 2014. When he was four years old, Bacchi moved to El Dorado County with his parents, Chuck and Judy Bacchi and his brother Charles. Bacchi attended Gold Trail Elementary and graduated from Ponderosa High School in 1992. He graduated in Agricultural Economics from the University of California, Davis and was a member of the Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity. It was there that he met his life parter Shannon who went on to support his goals to become a rancher. His love affair with ranching began when his family moved back to Bacchi Ranch in Lotus where Marcus grew up riding horses, three wheelers, swimming in the swimming hole, ranging up the creek and hills, and playing in the barn. He loved being outside. He loved fishing and hunting with his Grandpa Iten and working cattle with his Grandpa Bacchi and his father. He learned how to braid and work leather and made head stalls, reins, ropes and buckskin bullwhips. Bacchi was a successful cattle rancher. He ran cattle in El Dorado, Placer, Sierra and Marin counties as well as Dixon, Rio Vista and Oregon's Klamath Basin. In addition to his love of raising cattle, Bacchi was an accomplished horseman, dog trainer, avid hunter and fisherman. But most of all he was a loving husband and devoted father. He truly cared about his friends and he reached out a generous helping hand to so many. He saw the good and the potential in people. He helped his friends overcome obstacles, pick themselves up, and dust themselves off. He was repaid with generosity as many friends voluntarily helped Marcus when he needed it and he always appreciated it. He taught his girls, and many other nieces, nephews and children, to ride horses, count cows, to love animals, to fish, to hunt, many times at the same places he had learned as a child. He took his children with him on his adventures as well. Working cattle, building fence, processing goats. He wanted them to experience the joy he found in his daily life. Marcus is survived by his wife Shannon Silva Bacchi and his beautiful daughters Taylor Ann and Brayden Marie; his parents Chuck and Judy Bacchi, brother Charles (Andrea) Bacchi; Father-in-law and mother-in-law Richard and Noeme Silva of Rio Vista and many close aunts, uncles, in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. A funeral mass was held in Placerville on Nov. 10. Anyone wishing to memorialize Marcus' memory can contribute to the trust for Taylor and Brayden Bacchi at the Bank of Stockton, 2330 Main Street, Rio Vista, CA 94571.
It's not the end of the trail for me, I'm just headin' out to the light I see. Beyond those mountains there's a soft glow; It's gettin' brighter the closer I go. It's like the beginning of a new day, And the trail I'm followin' leads the way. I feel sure there's friends and family ahead, And they've set up camp on a brand new spread. Yes, I can hear the voices callin' my name, sayin', "Welcome, sure glad you came, This new range is special, you'll like it here, There's grass for your horses, the streams are clear, The cattle are gentle and never stampede, And in every direction there's plenty of feed. If you're thinkin' it sounds too good to be true, it's not—'cause the Boss made a promise to you. If you'd ride for his brand, be honest and square, He'd relieve all your pain, and remove every care. He was mighty pleased with your life on earth, That you did your best, and proved your worth. So step off your horse, and tied on up, Your friends are all waiting to pour you a cup. We'll talk about old days, as time allows, 'cause startin' tomorrow you'll be workin' cows!" Carol Jarvis ©
David Stoecklein 1947-2014
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