WELCOME TO THE SALE WELCOME TO THE SALE
Charlotte and I would like to welcome you to our 2nd annual Fall Performance Bull & Female Online Sale. What an exciting time to be in the cattle business. Record high cattle prices, adequate rain with green grass, and relatively inexpensive hay costs have made 2024 one of the most successful years we have ever seen. We are very proud of the powerful Simmental and SimAngus bulls and commercial bred females that we are presenting to you for your consideration.
As many of you know we have made a strategic decision to ratchet up our genomic efforts by establishing a relationship with Allied Genetic Resources to expand our embryo transfer program along with the selective addition of some of the most powerful cow families in the Simmental breed starting with the breed changing established donors WS MS SUGAR C4, SSF BLK LOUISE Y534 along with recent additions of ADV MS Genesis J1017 and Hooks Evita 18E along with some very powerful young donors.
We have made these significant enhancements to better serve both commercial and seedstock cattlemen. We look forward to being a sought-after partner in the Simmental cattle business and we look forward to helping our customers be the most successful they can be with their own operations. This fall sale is the inauguration of the expansion of our ET program, and I believe you will see the power that these bulls have to offer both the commercial and seedstock producers. We really looked forward to showing you the quality and power that is being created at our southwest Missouri ranch.
I finally want to take the opportunity to thank our crew at Lucas Cattle Company for making our operation successful. Running a high impact seedstock operation has a lot of moving pieces and requires a tremendous amount of organization and attention to detail. Jeff, Holly, Cleo, and John Henry champion our efforts and their hard work is very much appreciated.
If you are one of our past private treaty sale customers, then welcome back and if this is your first visit to Lucas Cattle Company via our online sale then we welcome you. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our team.
Welcome to Lucas Cattle Company, Forrest Lucas
Forrest & Charlotte Lucas - Owner
Jeff Reed - Cattle Manager - 417-399-1241
Holly Hubert – Breeding Manager 417-733-0059
Dr. Mike Siemens – Genetics & Marketing Strategy 316-737-9318 Office 417-998-6512
www.LucasCattleCompany.com
Fall Bull Sale
AUCTIONEER.
Col. Tracy Harl 402-469-3852
LUCAS CATTLE COMPANY CONTACTS.
Jeff Reed, Cattle Manager 417-399-1241
Holly Hubert, Breeding Manager 417-733-0059
Cleo Fields, Data Manager 417-399-7124
Jonthan Henry, Commercial Manager 417-224-2455
Junior Stroup, Feedlot Manager 417-733-3050
Jamie Devney, Vice President Business Development 317-439-0616
Dr. Mike Siemens, Genetics & Marketing Strategy 316-737-9318
SALE REPRESENTATIVES.
Brady Hagler, special assignment 573-247-1599
Marty Ropp, Allied Genetic Resources 406-581-7835
Corey Wilkins, Allied Genetic Resources 256-590-2487
Jared Murnin, Allied Genetic Resources 406-321-1542
REGISTRATION AND UPDATED EPD s .
All cattle will be registered in the American Simmental Association. All EPDS are the most current BOLT at the time of printing conducted by IGS and the American Simmental Association. Please note that EPDs may change from the time the sale catalog is printed until registration papers are transferred.
BREEDING GUARANTEE.
We stand behind all of our bulls and want you to be satisfied, so let us know as soon as possible if there are any problems. Scrotal measurements are actual (not adjusted) as reported at the time of fertility exam, and will be listed on the supplement sheet on sale day. All of our bulls have passed a fertility soundness exam unless indicated on the sale block. All bulls are guaranteed breeding sound. Come with a standard 90 day breeding season guarantee at the onset of breeding season.
ANNOUNCEMENTS.
Announcements made sale day take precedence over printed material in the sale book or other printed material associated with the sale.
LIABILITY.
Owners, their agents, sales management, or any of the sale staff will not be held responsible for any personal injury, loss or accident while attending this sale.
CONDITIONS OF SALE.
All animals will be sold in accordance with suggested guidelines of the American Simmental Association. Unless other conditions are stated in this book.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.
October 4
All Day Cattle Available for Viewing
October 5
8:00 am Cattle Available for Viewing 11:30 am Complimentary Lunch 1:00 pm Auction Begins
ONLINE BIDDING.
Bid live online at www.dvauction.com.
For more information, see page 35.
SALE MANAGEMENT
FROM THE SALE MANAGER
Welcome to the 2024 Fall Bull & Female Sale at Lucas Cattle Company in Cross Timbers, MO. On behalf of Forrest and the whole Lucas Cattle Company crew we hope you can join us on October 5th. This 2024 edition of the Lucas Cattle Company Bull Sale promises to be the deepest and highest quality to date!
The commitment and plan to ratcheted up the genetic horsepower and the quality of the Lucas bull program has come to tuition in the 2024. Nearly 40% of the bull offering is a direct result from the robust embryo program the Lucas Cattle Company program implemented two years ago. The quality of the offering is simply unrivaled to past sales. Buyers have the opportunity of purchasing front end genetics backed by the most prolific and profit oriented females in the breed. If you have never made the trip to Cross Timbers this is absolutely the year to make the trip down.
The Lucas program commitment to providing the best genetics is unmatched. However, along with purchasing genetics buyers have the opportunity to buy from a program who has your best interest in mind. A strong warranty, affordable delivery, and a customer satisfaction guarantee is just a few examples that shows Lucas Cattle Company commitment to customers. The Lucas program would like nothing more than to be your partner in the beef business.
We hope you are making plans to join us the first Saturday in October. As always, if we can be any assistance, please do not hesitate in reaching out to us.
Sincerely,
Marty Ropp, Corey Wilkins and Jared Murnin
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT AT LUCAS CATTLE CO.
Be on the lookout for important and impactful changes to the genetic program at Lucas Cattle Company! No, the basics won’t change. Sustainable genetics based on regional, fescue resources and a commitment to making cattle easier to raise and profit from will always be the charge at Lucas Cattle, but new commitments to genetic and reproductive technologies are in place for the future.
In addition to high profile changes, like the procurement of the legendary WS Sugar C4 donor, Lucas Cattle Company started this past fall on an ambitious program to incorporate more than 500 embryos annually from some of the highest genetic value females this industry has to offer. The goal is to move forward more quickly and to insure better cattle and better beef. Advancement and balance are key. These matings utilize the most advanced selection tools available to insure progress in an array of production crucial, maternally sustainable and end product traits. That combination of cost reduction and value promotion are designed to deliver profit to their core customers and the larger beef industry, thus promoting the success of rural America. These matings represent one of the largest and most focused efforts in this business to make a difference. Follow along closely to all of the happenings at Lucas Cattle Company and join the effort to be better and more profitable for years to come.
HOOK’S FANTASIA 94F
BROWN MS QUANAH 505B
OUR POWERFUL DONORS OUR POWERFUL DONORS
Look for progeny out of these impressive donors.
HOOK’S EVITA 18E
SSF BLK LOUISE Y534
ADV MS GENESIS J1017
WS MISS SUGAR C4
Improved Buying Confidence with Greater Genomic ASSURANCE
Access to more and better information has always been key to making wise decisions. The evolution and improvement of genetic evaluation tools too has given us an ever-clearer picture of the true genetic makeup of cattle and thus a better view of the value proposition. RightMate, powered by Top Genomics LLC is taking the evaluation of genetics and genomics one giant step further. By combining speci c genomic information with the long-proven value of EPDs, this new advancement in technology improves our depth and precision when evaluating the actual ability to transmit value and pro t.
The 3 Accreditation Logos below are designed to simplify bull selection and improve buyer con dence by more accurately describing the genetics o ered and by reducing risk. What this means to you as a customer is a much greater assurance that you are getting both what you want and need from the genetics you purchase. What it means to your seedstock provider is access to RightMate technology that simply sets them apart from the rest of the industry.
ACCREDITED GENOMIC PLUS – For the majority of producers who simply need consistent and balanced genetic improvement, without genomic setbacks, G+ Accredited bulls should be on your list for premium purchase. These sires will absolutely move you forward for both cost reduction and income producing traits and substantially reduce risk when compared to all other evaluation programs. It’s simple, the right genes are in these bulls to help secure a pro table future and the they have great EPDs to match!
ACCREDITED CALVING EASE – Simply nd bulls with the ACE logo for third party Accredited, secure Calving Ease bulls. Though we have had tools in the past to assist in choosing heifer bulls, we’ve never had one nearly this e ective. The reduced risk that comes with this genomic certi cation will simply make your decisions easier and your heifer calving season more successful. Purchase special purpose ACE bulls with con dence. They will deliver consistent and predictable calving ease.
ACCREDITED TERMINAL MATE – Just like an ATM machine makes it simpler to access your cash, the ATM Logo highlights bulls accredited to generate extra cash income as soon as your next calf crop! These bulls are meant speci cally to use only on mature cows and for the purpose of adding performance, pay weight and end product value to market.
High-Performance Bulls
What a way to lead off the catalog with a pair of real power bulls who are a result of Genesis X 505B. The pair of first generation SimAngus bulls are true power bulls. They study with explosive growth, great marbling and top tier profit indexes. We are confident these bulls from both a type and genetic standpoint will be some of your favorites sale day.
LATE NIGHT 719L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LEAN ON ME 716L
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The Honor by the 505B Angus donor flush resulted in a pair of SimAngus bulls who are destined to increase the genetic horsepower of your cowherd. Genetically the bulls check all the boxes excelling at a magnitude of different traits across the board. No matter if you are looking to increase terminal traits or add maternal to your herd the Honor sons will answer the call.
LUCAS LOOKOUT 706L
LUCAS LUNCHBOX 711L
LUCAS LOTTERY TICKET 714L
The final sons of 505B in our offering comes from the ever-popular Gibbs Essential. The pair of brothers offer added frame, great docility, and will no doubt improve hair shedding. These long-bodied 6+ frame bulls will be great calving ease-oriented bulls without sacrificing growth and terminal traits.
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LAWSUIT 1719L
We were excited to get some embryos purchased from the Mayhaley donor. She is surfacing as one of the best SimAngus donors across the country. The trio of Justice sons in the 2024 fall sale surfaces to the top from a genetic standpoint. The brothers offer a potent genetic profile and are the highest bulls for API in the sale. Physically they offer a no hole phenotype package and will without a doubt improve docility.
LUCAS LAWSUIT 1719L Sells as Lot 7.
LUCAS LOCOMOTION 713L
LUCAS LAW DAWG 718L
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LUCAS LANCELOT 1L
LUCAS LIGHT BAR 28L
LUCAS LUMINATION 25L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LIV’N IT UP 5L Sells as Lot 14.
LUCAS LAY IT ON 217L Sells as Lot 15.
LUCAS LOMBARDI 230L Sells as Lot 16. LUCAS LACONIC 224L Sells as Lot 17.
LUCAS LIBATION 210L
LUCAS LOOSEN UP 218L
LUCAS LAUDABLE 03L
LUCAS TOO LEGIT 17L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS TUF LOVE 229L
LUCAS LIQUIDATION 245L
LITIGATION
LUCAS LAST LAUGH 201L
LUCAS NO LOOK`N BACK 209L
LUCAS LEAVE IT 238L
LUCAS LYNCHBURG 366L
LUCAS FAST LANE 02L
LUCAS NO LABELS 38L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LIBERATOR 293L
LUCAS TIME LIMIT 324L
LUCAS LICORICE 709L
LUCAS LIENHOLDER 331L
LUCAS JUST LOOK’N 6L
LUCAS LONG-TERM
LUCAS LITHIUM 490L
LUCAS LANDFALL 367L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LUCKY ME 11L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LIMITLESS 700L Sells as Lot 54.
HOOK’S FANTASIA 94F Dam of Lots 54-56.
LUCAS LIMITLESS 700L
The Reserve by 94F flush are absolute head turners in terms of phenotype. Lead by 721L, a baldie bull who commands your attention with his balance, power and functionality. The Reserve cattle are garnering attention from breeders across the county and these brothers are backed by one of the best purebred females you will find. Highlight these brothers in the sale book we know you will like them come sale day.
LUCAS LAY OFF 722L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LOW-KEYED 364L
The lone CLRS Hero son in the sale is backed by the 41Z donor who is the dam of Hook’s Beacon. 364L offers impeccable phenotype and a balanced genetic profile across the board. We view this bull as a wonderful female maker based on his type and genetic profile. If retaining females is at the top of your list this bull would be a great candidate.
HOOKS ZAFIRAH 41Z Dam of Lot 57.
CLRS HERO 8086H Sire of Lot 57.
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LUCAS LIQUORED UP 275L
LUCAS LEGISLATOR 282L
LUCAS LEAD ON 287L
LUCAS LOGJAM 310L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LIGHTS OUT 306L
LUCAS LINUS 263L
LUCAS LOADMASTER 334L
LUCAS LOOPED IN 266L
LUCAS LOGICAL CHOICE 335L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LONGFELLOW 256L
LUCAS LISTEN UP 223L
LUCAS LISTEN UP 223L Sells as Lot 78.
LUCAS LOYALTY 18L Sells as Lot 79.
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS BIG LEAGUER 15L
LUCAS LUDACRIS 251L
LUCAS LOWLAND 19L
LUCAS LIFESAVER 34L
LUCAS LIGHTHOUSE 414L
LUCAS LEADMINE 430L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LIKEABLE 313L
LUCAS LOUIE 288L
LUCAS LITTLE MAN 357L
LUCAS LARGO 508L
LUCAS LEISURE 554L
LUCAS LONGEVITY 392L
LUCAS LEDGER 215L
LUCAS LOW CASH
LUCAS LOWDOWN 705L
High-Performance Bulls
LUCAS LONGBED 723L Sells as Lot 107.
LUCAS LUCCHESE 703L Sells as Lot 108.
LUCAS LOW GEAR 712L Sells as Lot 109.
LUCAS LUMBERJACK 715L Sells as Lot 110.
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LUCAS LONGBED 723L
LUCAS LASER BEAM 724L
Lucas Cattle Company
Commercial bred heifers
33 COMMERCIAL SPRING-CALVING BRED HEIFERS
Black hided, ranch raised females who were AI bred and then cleaned up with Lucas Cattle Company Bulls. Females will be sorted into groups of like kind and estimated calving dates. AI bred females will begin calving 1/24 and the natural service females will calf from 2/4 to 4/2. Look for more information on this great set of females closer to the sale.
5 Star Jackson Bridle Bit Resource
TJ Stone Cold Woodhill Patent
A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE.
Following in the tradition of Lucas Oil Products and Lucas Cattle Company, Forrest and Charlotte Lucas are proud to announce Lucas Performance Horses.
Forrest and Charlotte Lucas are not strangers to excellence. They brought the nation some of the finest oil products on the market. Over the last 25 years, the Lucas family and Lucas Cattle Company have also curated a large and successful herd of Simangus and Simmental Cattle. With these same goals in mind, Lucas Performance Horses is committed to breeding high quality performance horses for the cutting, reined cow horse, and ranch horse markets.
