February 2022 - Missouri Beef Cattleman by Missouri Cattlemen's Association

CONTENTS

February 2022

FEATURES 22

Taking Care of Business

Local Leaders

Cattle Feeder and National Voice for Beef Elected President

Escaping Estate Tax Trouble

Taking Care of Business

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Local Leaders

Necessary Steps to Protecting Your Farm Legacy

MEMBER NEWS 6 Association Update 18 Beef Checkoff News 62 County News

Custom Processors Find Their Place in Today’s Industry

COLUMNS 8

MCA President’s Perspective Beating Low Expectations

CattleWomen’s Corner

Straight Talk: Mike Deering

What’s Cooking at the Beef House

Capitol Update

Looking Forward

Fight Resumed

Welcoming Appearance

Looking to the Future

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Volume 51 - Issue 2 (USPS 890-240 • ISSN 0192-3056) Magazine Publishing Office 2306 Bluff Creek Drive, #100, Columbia, MO 65201 Phone: 573-499-9162 • Fax: 573-499-9167 Andy Atzenweiler: Editor/Production/Ad Sales P.O. Box 480977 • Kansas City, Missouri 64148 816-210-7713 • E-mail: mobeef@sbcglobal.net

Missouri Cattlemen’s Association MCA Website: www.mocattle.com

Mike Deering • Executive Vice President - Ext 230 Mike@mocattle.com Sydney Thummel • Manager of Membership - Ext 231 Sydney@mocattle.com Macey Hurst •MBC Editor/Production Artist Macey@mocattle.com Lisa Stockhorst, Administrative Assistant – Ext 234 Lisa@mocattle.com

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Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation www.mocattlemenfoundation.org

Missouri’s CattleWomen

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New MCA Members USMEF News

NCBA News

MCA Convention Review

Gelbvieh News

Obituaries

MCA Policy Priorities

Advertisers Index

Missouri Beef Cattleman, (USPS 890-240 • ISSN 0192-3056) is published monthly (12 times a year) and is the official publication of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association, 2306 Bluff Creek Drive, #100, Columbia, Missouri, 65201. PERIODICALS postage paid at Columbia, Missouri and additional mailing offices. Subscription price is included as a part of the minimum membership dues of $70.00 per year in Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. Postmaster: Send address changes to: Missouri Beef Cattleman, P.O. Box 480977, Kansas City, Missouri 64148

Bruce Mershon, President 816-289-3765 • 31107 Lake City Buckner Rd., Buckner, MO 64016 David Dick, President-Elect 660-826-0031 • 23529 Anderson School Rd., Sedalia, MO 65301 Chuck Miller, Vice President 573-881-3589 • 393 Spring Garden Road, Olean, MO 65064 Marvin Dieckman, Treasurer 660-596-4163 • 28998 Hwy JJ, Cole Camp, MO 65325 Charlie Besher, Secretary 573-866-2846 • RR 5, Box 2402, Patton, MO 63662

2022 MCA Regional Vice Presidents

Region 1: Region 2: Region 3: Region 4: Region 5: Region 6: Region 7:

Joe Lolli, 30019 Klondike Pl Macon, MO 63552 660-346-9711 Open Seat, To be filled at next Board Meeting Jeff Reed, PO Box 35 Williamsville, MO 63967 • 903-279-8360 Deb Thummel, 12601 Hwy. 46 Sheridan, MO 64486 • 660-541-2606 Alex Haun, 1031 SW 600 Rd Holden, MO 64040 • 816-345-0005 Warren Love, 8381 NE Hwy ZZ Osceola, MO 64776 • 417-830-1950 Josh Worthington, P.O. Box 246 Dadeville, MO 65635 • 417-844-2601

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2022 MCA Officers

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Baxter Black Retires

Due to health issues Baxter Black has had to retire. December 2021 was his last column. Our prayers are with him and his family as he deals with these health issues and we hope he gets well soon.

Audrey Schmitz, Shiledmaiden Farm, Austin, TX Kurt Fansler, Auxvasse, MO Paul Midgett, P F Midgett Farm, Belgrade, MO Kennedy Weydert, Bevier, MO Jason Williamson, Williamson Ranch Fencing, Bloomfield, MO Mayce Payne, Bolivar, MO Chris Schuster, Boonville, MO Rachel Hopkins, Davisville, MO Wendy Norsworthy-Deason, Dunnegan, MO Haylee Pennock, Elliott, IA Tanna Garlock, Gibbs, MO Nolan Blum, Harlan, IA Steve & Judy Freeman, Woods Fork Cattle Company, LLC, Hartville, MO IN Nicholas Mickelson, Hatfield, MO E cA AD i M er Chris & Sherry Gorrell, Houstonia, MO Am Adam Beegle, Arrowleaf Farms, Jackson, MO Austin Pope, Jasper, MO Curtis Pendleton, Pendleton Farms, Jefferson City, MO Joshua Lowry, Kirbyville, MO Terry Friskel, Kirkwood, MO Michael & Sarah Jensen, SKS Herefords, La Plata, MO Greg Eaton, La Crosse Seed, Lake Saint Louis, MO Joe Seaman, Joker Family Farm, Lebanon, MO Ryder Meckem, Lebanon, MO Shania McBride, McBride Cattle Company, Lebanon, MO Tomas McBride, McBride Cattle Company, Lebanon, MO si

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Loren Logue, Lexington, MO Maggi Fernandez, Livonia, MO Connor Primm, Macon, MO Josie Sackett, Maryville, MO Samantha Hoffman, McMurray, PA Dennis Isgrig, Mexico, MO Chesnie Holden, Montreal, MO Wesley Carter, Montrose, MO Trish Dalbey, Mound City, MO Michael Bruce, Bruce Farms, Nevada, MO Drake & Taylor Howell, Howell’s Hilltop Farm, New Bloomfield, MO Bradlie Wilmes, New Market, IA Katherine Wielard, Pella, IA Elise Roth, Perryville, MO AmMAD Derian Dodson, Performance Livestock Analytics, er E IN icA Pilot Grove, MO Jason Knedgen, Knedgen Farms, Pilot Grove, MO Kinlei Ruffel, Pilot Grove, MO Carter Kelley, Platte City, MO Josephine Mundorf, Red Oak, IA Robert Essary, Springfield, MO Bryan Eisenbath, Jim Eisenbath Cattle Farms, St. Peters, MO Kimberly Ricardo, Syracuse, MO Faythe Anderson, Union, MO Bailey Marriott, Rocking M Ranch, Versailles, MO Rodney & Ginny Schad, Versailles, MO Tallen Myers, Villisca, IA Brooke Young, Warsaw, MO Nate Swift, West Plains, MO si

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President’s

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One of the most important benefits of MCA is its effective advocacy in Jefferson City and Washington, D.C. Each year, your Policy and Legislative Affairs Committee establishes legislative priorities and employs a strategic approach to getting things done for Missouri cattlemen and women.

MCA President

2022 is an election year, and conventional wisdom says that not much gets done during election years. However, that doesn’t mean we should lay off the gas. In other words, MCA members need to make the same commitment to Cowboys at the Capitol, staying in touch with public officials and keeping up on the issues as they would any other year.

trade in the fed cattle market. This will be a big lift for Missouri and other like-minded affiliates to join together and push the big feedlot states of Texas, Kansas and Colorado. Three years ago, no affiliate dared to challenge the feedlot states on this issue. After lots of hard work building coalitions with other states, the issue is top of the list at NCBA. Exceed expectations.

Cowboys at the Capitol is a prime example of effective advocacy in action. It’s been so successful that other groups have copied the concept. Now when you walk the halls of the Capitol, you see safety vests and hard hats. It has helped us garner key legislative wins, including rolling back county health ordinances to statewide statues and no state income taxes on disaster relief payments.

Sometimes I hear producers say they don’t like a certain policy at NCBA, and, therefore, they won’t be a member. I’m not here to tell you where to spend your dollars. The point I want to suggest is that national policy is just like our state policy. Governor Parson and the legislature look to MCA when the issue is cattle related. The president and Congress look to NCBA just the same concerning cattle policy. Yes, sometimes I’m angered at what NCBA says, but the playing field for setting national policy on cattle issues is at NCBA. We must take the fight to them on national policy to make a difference. Exceed expectations.

Even though we don’t have a big list of legislative priorities beyond property rights (eminent domain reform) this year, attending Cowboys at the Capital is important because it shows our commitment and sincerity. Please stay committed to Wednesdays in Jefferson City. You never know when an unforeseen issue will pop up and our advocacy will make the difference. Exceed expectations. On the national level, many of you have recently returned from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association annual meeting in Houston. MCA’s top priority is to make changes in the Live Cattle Marketing Committee to support a minimum mandatory cash

I look forward to seeing you on Wednesdays in Jefferson City and at your affiliate meetings around the state. Hopefully, when you receive this Missouri Beef Cattleman magazine, the Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for Super Bowl LVI. A giant plate of beef nachos instead of overpriced wings will be on your coffee table and you will be watching Patrick bring another championship to Missouri. Exceeding expectations.

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with Mike Deering Fight Resumed The legislative session is underway, and this association has its marching orders. We don’t back up, and we don’t back down. That was the message at the 54th Annual Missouri Cattle Industry Convention in early January. Private property rights are paramount and worth fighting for, regardless of the outcome. It is a fight worth fighting. MCA will continue to aggressively pursue reform to eminent domain laws in this state. While some predicted we would pack our bags and go home after the Missouri Senate failed to stand for private property rights last year, they predicted wrong. The fight will resume, thanks in large part to the relentless tenacity and determination of fighter pilot turned state representative, Mike Haffner. Our members are not ones to walk away after defeat. We dust ourselves off and go another round. The sound of defeat is so often our battle cry.

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As the push for green energy and revived talks of the so-called Green New Deal continue, we must take steps to protect our private property from private companies chasing the almighty dollar promised to them by the federal government. This association isn’t opposed to eminent domain or alternative energy sources. We are opposed to private land being up for the taking to satisfy the demands of dumb decisions coming out of Washington.

Eminent domain was intended to be used as a last resort for critical needs and infrastructure benefiting the citizens of this state. Some companies, like the Grain Belt Express, have used it as a first resort to acquire private land to send energy to the East Coast. We want projects seeking approval for a merchant line to provide the Missouri Public Service Commission with a resolution of support from the commission of each county it would pass through. We want companies to

Executive Vice President make deals with landowners on a voluntary basis rather than using eminent domain as an easy path to cheap land. Senator Jason Bean, who sponsored the legislation on the Senate side, really said it best. “Eminent domain has a place, but not when a private company is using it for a merchant transmission line, gutting our family farms that families have spent generations cultivating and feeding the world.” The legislation will give landowners a voice in the eminent domain process. Currently, it appears they have none. We plan to change that. It won’t be easy. Some elected officials seem to prefer circling the wagons and shooting inward over passing meaningful legislation that would truly help people. America’s founders clearly understood that private property is the foundation of freedom. Integrity and honesty matter, and we must demand the best from our elected leaders. Cowboys at the Capitol is more than just talking to legislators about policy priorities. It puts a face to these issues. It is personal stories, and it works. It is also about holding your elected leaders accountable. This initiative is the best grassroots policy program in the state. I believe that fully and encourage you to get involved.

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November Beef Exports Set New Value Record; Pork Exports Remain Strong Source: USMEF U.S. beef export value reached another new high in November, topping $1 billion for the second time in 2021, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). November pork exports were lower than a year ago, but year-to-date export value maintained a record pace at more than $7.5 billion. November beef exports totaled 123,641 metric tons (mt), up 7% from a year ago and the fourth largest monthly volume in the post-BSE era. Export value was a record $1.05 billion, up 49% year-over-year and exceeding the previous high set in August 2021. For January through November, beef exports were on a record volume pace at 1.32 million mt, up 16% from a year ago. Beef export value, which had already set a new annual record through October, increased more than $2.5 billion from a year ago, soaring 39% to $9.59 billion. Beef exports to South Korea, China/Hong Kong and Central America have already set new annual records for both volume and value, while exports to Taiwan and the Dominican Republic reached new value records. Pork exports totaled 237,547 mt in November, down 8% from a year ago, while value was 6% lower at $658.3 million. Through November, export volume fell slightly below the record pace of 2020 at 2.71 million mt. Export value was $7.5 billion, up 7% from a year ago and rapidly approaching the annual record ($7.71 billion) set in 2020. Pork exports to Mexico already set a new annual value record and are also on a record volume pace. Exports to Central America and the Philippines reached new annual highs for volume and value, while a new value record was set in Colombia. Fueled by sharply higher muscle cut exports to the Caribbean and strong variety meat demand in Mexico, November exports of U.S. lamb totaled 1,420 mt (up 9%

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from a year ago) and were just over $2 million in value – up 37% and the highest since January 2020. Through November, lamb exports increased 8% to 12,440 mt, while value was 17% higher at $18 million. “With one month of results still to be tabulated, it’s very gratifying to see red meat exports setting new annual records and achieving remarkable growth over a wide range of markets,” said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. “It is important, however, that we do not take this success for granted or allow it to detract from the challenges facing U.S. agriculture. Global demand for U.S. red meat has never been stronger, but labor and transportation obstacles and high input costs across the supply chain make it increasingly difficult to satisfy this demand. USMEF greatly appreciates the effort by lawmakers, maritime regulators and other officials to address the persistent congestion at U.S. ports, but this continues to be a costly and frustrating situation for U.S. exporters and their international customers.” A detailed summary of January-November red meat exports, including market-specific highlights, is available from the USMEF website.

Statement on India Opening to U.S. Pork Source: USMEF Today the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that U.S. pork is now eligible for export to India. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom issued the following statement: USMEF greatly appreciates the efforts of USTR and USDA to secure access to India for U.S. pork. This breakthrough comes after lengthy negotiations, and we thank both agencies for their steadfast work on this issue. USMEF’s international staff conducted market research in India in recent years and the industry contacts developed at that time are excited for the opportunity to import U.S. pork and pork products. While the volumes of imported pork currently entering India are quite small, USMEF sees long-term potential in the retail, processing and foodservice sectors, as well as emerging opportunities in e-commerce.

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NCBA Backs WOTUS Recommendations From EPA Advisory Committee Source: NCBA WASHINGTON ( January 14, 2022) – Today, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) announced support for a report issued by the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Farm, Ranch, and Rural Communities Advisory Committee (FRRCC). “The FRRCC represents a diverse group of stakeholders including academia, industry, nongovernmental organizations, and state, local, and tribal governments,” said Scott Yager, NCBA Chief Environmental Counsel. “NCBA strongly supports the committee’s recommendation to develop a clear and limited WOTUS definition and protect key exemptions for common agricultural features. With the EPA’s convoluted approach to soliciting public comments and stakeholder perspectives on WOTUS, NCBA encourages the EPA to listen to its own advisory committee’s recommendation, and the recommendation is clear: farmers and ranchers need clear rules and regulatory certainty to be successful.”

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The FRRCC’s recommendations include: • Ensuring EPA compliance with the Clean Water Act and Supreme Court precedent limiting federal jurisdiction over bodies of water. • Developing a clear definition of WOTUS that is easily interpreted by farmers and ranchers. • Protecting WOTUS exemptions for common agricultural features, including farm ditches, stock ponds, prairie potholes, prior converted cropland, and other small, isolated water features.

• Reconsidering the EPA roundtable process to ensure that all stakeholders have an opportunity to voice concerns on WOTUS rulemaking. Background The FRRCC is a Federal Advisory Committee chartered by the EPA to provide policy advice and recommendations to the EPA Administrator on environmental issues impacting agriculture and rural communities. The committee consists of 32 members from across the United States representing academia, agricultural producers, affiliated industries, non-governmental organizations, and state, local, and tribal governments. On January 12, 2022, the FRRCC released a final report containing policy recommendations to EPA Administrator Michael Regan. In addition to the recommends on WOTUS, NCBA is supportive of the FRRCC’s position on an Ecosystem Management System, pesticide management, and food loss and food waste. These recommendations focus on the need for clear, consistent policy positions from the EPA that account for the needs of farmers and ranchers on their individual operations. In November 2021, the Biden administration released a proposal to repeal the Navigable Waters Protection Rule and propose new regulations on common agricultural features, such as stock ponds, ditches, and ephemeral water features that only flow during rain. The rule is currently open for public comment and NCBA is engaging with the EPA to voice concerns on the rule. NCBA encourages the EPA to adopt the FRRCC recommendations, which align with the views of cattle producers and address shortcomings in the proposed rule.

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BEEF CHECKOFF NEWS Beef’s Lasting Influence on Food Safety

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(excerpted from “The Drive” January 2022)

To See Where We’re Going… It’s Important to Remember Where We’ve Been As many beef producers recall, the early ‘90s was a dark time for the industry. Few people had ever heard of E. coli back then, and no one ever thought that eating a hamburger could have deadly consequences.

The results and recommendations from this study identified strategies to improve meat safety. Over the remainder of the ‘90s, the program focused on filling scientific gaps identified by the task force for each sector. The results were shared to ensure that industry decision makers were aware of the latest research results showing the pathogen’s mechanisms for survival and the first generation of effective interventions.

The alarming E. coli outbreak of 1993 at a national fastfood chain changed the way Americans eat. This event and other industry challenges with pathogens prompted the Beef Checkoff to focus more on beef safety, resulting in Checkoff-funded research projects that not only changed the beef industry, but were also pivotal in improving food safety across the meat industry.

Developing Solutions During the 2000s, several checkoff-funded studies evaluated interventions intended to reduce microbial contamination both on and inside animals. The checkoff research identified specific areas where carcass contamination most likely occurs, making it possible to better target contamination prevention efforts.

Task Force tackles E. Coli In 1993, the Checkoff-funded a task force which developed an industry blueprint for managing the food safety risks from E. coli 0157:H7. This group comprised of the best scientific and technical minds in the industry, analyzed the pertinent segments of the beef industry chain, reviewed public and private research, and drew on the expertise of the industry, academia and government scientists to gain a thorough understanding of E. coli and potential solutions.

As a result of checkoff funding, scientists were able to evaluate the occurrence and prevention of pathogens throughout the processing chain. These safety interventions were implemented in large scale processing operations and are still in place today. This Checkofffunded research played a critical role in improving beef safety across the supply chain.

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In 2007, the Center for Disease Control set a goal to reduce infections from foodborne E. coli 0157:H7 by 50% in 2010. This goal was met in 2009 and would have been much less likely to happen without the research and efforts conducted by the beef industry. Where Would we be Today? The Beef Checkoff plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety of beef products – and an important question to ask is, “Where would the industry be today if not for producers’ continued investments into the Beef Checkoff?” Consumer research has showed us that while beef safety is still of utmost importance to beef stakeholders, it’s less relevant to today’s consumers. Why do consumers feel

this way? Because they are confident about the safety of the beef products they buy at the store and cook at home. Ninety percent of consumers feel the beef they eat from the grocery store is safe, and of the top cooking concerns at home, foodborne illness is only concerning to 23 percent of consumers. In 2020, a Checkoff-funded research project investigated consumers’ perceptions of food safety. Results showed in the context of other topics, interest in food safety is lower among consumers. Specifically, 32 percent of consumers are interested in learning about food safety handling practices, whereas roughly 60 percent are interested in other food-related topics such as recipes and cooking techniques.

and openly converse with other competitors seeking solutions that can benefit the entire industry. The Beef Checkoff’s Beef Safety Research Program will continue to focus on every step of the supply chain, beginning with the producer, all the way to the restaurant. With the support of this comprehensive research component, the industry provides consumers worldwide with consistently safe beef products. To learn more about the Beef Checkoff’s beef safety research program, visit: BeefSafetyResearch.com Subscribe to THE DRIVE at DrivingDemandForBeef. com

Demand for beef remains strong. To continue to drive this demand, the Beef Checkoff pursues multiple projects and collaboration opportunities amongst industry leaders and scientists, so consumers have confidence in their purchasing decisions. Continued Innovation To anticipate issues before they escalate into a crisis, Beef Checkoff foodborne contamination research has expanded to include other pathogens and will continue to evolve to address emerging issues. Contractors to the Beef Checkoff, and in partnership with the Beef Industry Food Safety Council and other sponsors, participate in a keystone event: the annual Beef Industry Safety Summit. This event, in its nineteenth year, brings leaders and scientists together to hear the latest research results, learn about advancements in food safety monitoring and testing methodology,

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What’s Cookin’ at the

Missouri Beef House By Beef House Team

Welcoming Appearance Many fairgoers utilize our west entrance of the patio to eat at the Beef House. Therefore, it is essential that we maintain a welcoming backdoor appearance, handicap accessibility and safe environment. Previously, loose gravel was the ground cover between the storage shed and patio concrete. With donations by John and Kathy Harris of Harris Milling Co., LLC, in Oak Grove, and Phillip Ramey of Ramey Construction in Sedalia, we were able to pour a concrete pad to address issues that were shared by MCA members, customers and employees. Thank you, Harris and Ramey families, for your partnership and support to help mark this project complete.

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Since January 2019, the MCA Beef House has partnered with LAG Industries of La Monte to bring a unique auction opportunity to the highest bidder: the chance to put your name or business on a 9”x 48” custom metal art sign to be on display for a year at the front entrance/northside of the patio on the Missouri State Fairgrounds. The proceeds benefit Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation (MCF), whose mission is to promote the educational development of rural youth by aiding injured children, providing farm safety training, leaderships programs, and scholarships. The highest

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Red Angus Now Eligible for Angus Branded Beef Programs Source: Red Angus Association of America DENVER – The Red Angus Association of America recently completed negotiations with USDA on the breed’s Live Animals Specification form or GLA Schedule. The result is Red Angus can now be included in Angus-labeled branded beef programs, at the request of each individual brand program. Red Angus has always been “Angus,” and USDA has officially acknowledged that fact by enabling Red Angus and Red Angus-influenced cattle that meet certain requirements to join black-hided animals in as many Angus beef brands as decide in favor of their inclusion. Both genotypic and phenotypic qualification criteria are contained in the new GLA Live Animal Specification Schedule, which can be viewed on the USDA website. This change makes logical sense, as Red Angus cattle originated from the same Scottish gene pool as black Angus and are therefore genetically Angus. Beef demand is expected to remain high in 2022 and beyond, so the addition of Red Angus-influenced cattle to high-quality Angus-based branded beef programs fills a need which will benefit cow-calf producers, cattle feeders, packers and consumers. Adding Red Angus to existing Angus beef programs is a simple process – brand owners simply need to contact USDA and request the inclusion of the RAAA GLA

Schedule as part of their program’s live animal specs, then make associated minor verbiage changes in their own G-Schedules. RAAA can assist in this process, which in most cases, takes very little time to prepare, and is followed by a short correspondence period with USDA-AMS. RAAA is pleased that USDA recognizes that Red Angus are genetically Angus and looks forward to working with many branded Angus lines in 2022 and beyond, and will support efforts to help these brands grow, both in quality and volume, to become even more successful. For more information about Red Angus value-added programs visit www.RedAngus.org. Contact Brandi Buzzard Frobose, RAAA director of communications, for media inquiries at brandi@redangus.org or (785) 448-0239. The Red Angus Association of America serves the beef industry by enhancing and promoting the measurable advantages of Red Angus and Red Angus-influenced cattle. The RAAA provides commercial producers with objectively described cattle by implementing new technologies and utilizing scientifically sound principles that quantify traits of economic importance to beef producers in all segments of the beef industry. For more information, visit www.RedAngus.org.

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Gelbvieh - The Maternal Breed of Choice It’s no secret that Gelbvieh-influenced cattle are the Continental breed of choice. The maternal traits, gentle temperament and fertility Gelbvieh cattle deliver also make them the maternal breed of choice. In this recap of our October American Rancher episode, we hear from producers across the U.S., utilizing Gelbvieh and Balancer® genetics about how the breed is setting their operations up for long-term success. For southwestern Colorado ranchers Kevin and Bunny McComb, the Gelbvieh breed offers the docility their operation is looking for in both their replacement heifers and mother cows. The operation runs cattle through the summer on U.S. Forest Service land. The terrain is rough, and cattle must be structurally well equipped to travel and breed back for the next season. HERD-BUILDING GENETICS “For replacement heifers, it always goes back to that age old, ‘Do you buy ‘em or do you raise ‘em?’ We like the genetics, so we raise our own,” Kevin says. “We like the

Gelbvieh cattle because of their docility and maternal traits. We try to keep a moderate cow size, running on public lands in big country.” A little under 250 miles northeast, Sean Martin’s Martin Ranch is running cattle between 7,000 and 9,000 feet above sea level in Carbondale, Colorado. Like the McCombs, one of the reasons Martin continues to invest in Gelbvieh and Gelbvieh-influenced genetics is because of the high quality replacement heifers that develop into long-term, profitable cows in the herd. “When we select females in the fall, the first thing we are looking at is phenotype. They have to look the part of becoming a great mother cow,” he says. “In February, we PAP (pulmonary arterial pressure) test, set a limit and there’s a small fallout,” he says, noting that PAP testing and brisket are not a problem with the Gelbviehinfluenced cattle due to the Continental, mountain origin of the breed—a fact Martin finds reassuring.

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“We have to know that we’re selling something our customers can take and run at any altitude with no fear of any issues,” he says, adding that no other tests matter if a cow doesn’t put a live calf on the ground every year. “The most important thing we do, and Gelbvieh heifers do a great job of, is a 30-day breed, and they have to make the cut. There’s no getting around it.”

Both the McCombs and Martin agree that the maternal traits the Gelbvieh breed delivers put live, good-doing calves on the ground. And Gelbvieh mother cows with the milk, feet and disposition do an excellent job of taking care of them. STAYABILITY THAT ADDS THE POUNDS Martin says that another reason his operation has stayed with Gelbvieh is the added weight, especially on crossbred cattle. In east-central Missouri, Loren Fischer agrees. Fischer has also built a herd centered on Gelbvieh-influenced and Balancer® genetics in his search for a breed that would produce replacement females that would remain in the herd for several years; cows that would breed back, shed off and handle the fescue most Missouri producers contend with. Fischer found the advantages of Balancer genetics in both the females he is saving back and the calves he is sending to the feedlot. The Gelbvieh and Balancer breed delivers heavier weaning weights, gained from both genetics and excellent maternal milk production, and the performance genetics calves need to excel at the feedbunk.

“We had a pen of heifers harvested, and out of 121 head with an average weight of 1,248, we had 114 choice and seven prime,” Fischer says. “We had 100 percent choice or better and 94 percent grade three or below. With our females that we’ve been producing and our calf data that we’re getting back from the feedlot, we are hitting our goals.”

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American Gelbvieh Association Elects Board of Directors Source: AGA Lincoln, Nebraska – Members of the American Gelbvieh Association (AGA) elected five candidates to the board of directors at the annual membership meeting held December 10, 2021, during the AGA National Convention and 50th Anniversary in Oklahoma City. Newly elected board members are Zack Butler, Milton, Tennessee; Gary Felger, Lohman, Missouri; and Gregg Hartman, Pueblo, Colorado. Reelected to serve a second term were Todd Bickett, DVM, Chickamauga, Georgia, and Lori Maude, Hermosa, South Dakota. The AGA board of directors also elected individuals to serve in leadership positions on the executive committee for 2022. Klint Sickler, Gladstone, North Dakota, was elected president. Lori Maude was elected vice president. John Carrel, Columbus, Montana, was elected secretary, and Derek Martin, Bucklin, Kansas, was elected treasurer. Other members of the board include: Dustin Aherin, Jefferson, South Dakota; Leland Clark, Barnard, Kansas; Mark Covington, Montrose, Colorado; Jeff Loveless, Spanish Fork, Utah; Dan McCarty, Rifle Colorado; William McIntosh, Georgetown, Kentucky; Tom Vehige, Billings, Missouri.

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The American Gelbvieh Association elected directors and offices for 2022 during its national convention in Oklahoma City. Front row (left to right): Dustin Aherin, Jefferson, S.D.; Secretary John Carrel, Columbus, Mont.; President Klint Sickler, Gladstone, N.D.; Vice President Lori Maude, Hermosa, S.D.; Executive Director Megan Slater, Lincoln, Neb. Back row (left to right): Gary Felger, Lohman, Mo.; Jeff Loveless, Spanish Fork, Utah; William McIntosh, Georgetown, Ky.; Dan McCarty, Rifle, Colo.; Mark Covington, Montrose, Colo.; Gregg Hartman, Pueblo, Colo.; Zack Butler, Milton, Tenn.; Leland Clark, Barnard, Kan. Not pictured are Todd Bickett, DVM, Chickamauga, Ga.; Treasurer Derek Martin, Bucklin, Kan.; and Tom Vehige, Billings, Mo.

Retiring members of the 2021 AGA board of directors were Andrea Murray, Kingfisher, Oklahoma; Randy Sienknecht, Gladbrook, Iowa; and Jeff Swanson, Oxford, Nebraska. The AGA thanks those members for their years of service on the AGA board of directors. The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.

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T Bar S Cattle Company Named American Gelbvieh Association Breeder of the Year

Lincoln, Nebraska – T Bar S Cattle Company is the recipient of this year’s Breeder of the Year award. The honor was presented to the Vehige family at the AGA National Convention and 50th Anniversary Celebration on Wednesday, December 8, 2021, in Oklahoma City. T Bar S is located in Billings, Missouri, and is owned and operated by Tom and his wife, Stacy, along with their children, Justin, Kyle and Grace. The operation raises high quality, functional cattle that are proven performers both in the showring and the pasture. T Bar S offers cattle via private treaty as well as through an onfarm sale. As long-time members, the Vehige family has been very active in the AGA and heavily involved in the American Gelbvieh Junior Association (AGJA), with all three children having served on the AGJA board of directors. The Vehiges are also members of the Heart of America Gelbvieh Association.

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The honor came as a surprise to Tom who shared that the family’s passion for Gelbvieh cattle has a foundation in the operation’s first breeding stock.

“I knew that I wouldn’t ever be able to have the number of cattle I wanted, so I set out to find the best,” Vehige says. “I wanted to be a part of something bigger than me. I wanted to raise what I thought were the best cattle in the cow-calf industry and that led me to the maternal qualities of the Gelbvieh breed.”

The American Gelbvieh Association named T Bar S Cattle Company, Billings, Missouri, the AGA Breeder of the Year for 2021. Pictured above (left to right): Justin, Grace, Stacy, Tom and Kyle Vehige.

Vehige says that he had always been attracted to the continental side of the cattle business because of their outstanding performance and was impressed by the disposition and fertility of Gelbvieh. What he really fell in love with, however, was the calf crop. “At the time, I wasn’t sure if it was the base of my cowherd or the Gelbvieh bull I had purchased, so I went back and bought some purebred females,” he says. “I quickly found out that it was the Gelbvieh I was attracted to. That was the foundation that I built the herd from.” Today, the operation that got its start in 1993 is operated as a family endeavor in every sense of the word. “We were going to downsize, my wife and I. We didn’t ever want to force this on our children, but they have all wanted to be a part of what we are doing, and, really, that is the greatest blessing,” Vehige says. “We all have our strengths and we play into them. Every decision is decided on collectively. It’s just how we operate.” Congratulations to T Bar S Cattle Company on being honored as the 2021 Breeder of the Year. The American Gelbvieh Association is a progressive beef cattle breed association representing 1,100 members and approximately 40,000 cows assessed annually in a performance-oriented total herd reporting system.

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Communicating the Virtuous Cycle of Beef Production Source: AGA Lincoln, Nebraska – The virtuous cycle of beef production was the focus of the American Gelbvieh Association National Convention keynote speaker, Clay Mathis, Ph.D., director of the King Ranch Institute for Ranch Management. Mathis opened the annual convention with a presentation that offered attendees a new perspective on the incorporation of consumer demand on long-term ranch management strategy, and the hard trends producers can use to build a resilient operation. “You can think of these hard trends as ideas or things that we know exist,” Mathis said. “We may not know the magnitude, but we know that the trend exists.” Mathis noted a host of “knowns” in the beef industry today, citing the increasing complexity of doing business and heightened regulations. At the top of his list, however, was sustainability and the ability of consumer perception to influence other “knowns” within the production system. “The three pillars of sustainability are social, environmental and economic. We’ll start with the economic pillar, because that is where we are most comfortable discussing sustainability. If we are more profitable, we have an incentive to produce beef, and if we have a motivation to produce more beef, then we

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are more likely to improve the management of cattle and natural resources,” he said, noting that cattle and natural resource management don’t have to be neglected to make a positive change in management. Mathis posed the question: If we improve cattle management and natural resources management, aren’t we then also improving the efficiency of production? And if we improve the efficiency of production, we increase beef production and, in-turn, revenue, because if we are increasing the efficiency of beef production, we are decreasing the unit cost of production. “If everything else is constant, we should increase profitability—this is that continuous improvement that you may have heard about,” he said. “It’s a virtuous cycle. We do things better, we make more money, we help the environment and we increase consumer demand.” Mathis urged attendees to consider the carbon footprint of this beef production model. “Think about the greenhouse gas emissions. Think about the social acceptability of beef production increasing, and the biggest driver of social acceptability, animal welfare,” he said. “When we improve management, we improve all of those things, and they all, especially social acceptability, afford us a license to operate. It means we have the trust of the consumers.” This message desperately needs to be communicated through producers, industry outreach and organizations like the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, Mathis said. It is everyone’s mission to communicate sustainability across the beef value chain. Communicating the sustainability benefits of beef production is a win-win for every component of the value chain, including the consumer. “Social perception of what we do has to be front and center,” Mathis said. “The annual checkoff budget is about $80 million; Beyond Meat has an annual marketing budget of $200 million. If we are going to change perceptions about our industry, we all have to have a voice, because we can’t out-spend the people who want to put us out of business.”

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Boehler Inducted into AGA Hall of Fame Source: AGA

many state and national champion awards.

Lincoln, Nebraska – The American Gelbvieh Association recognized a dedicated member that has been an influential figure in the Gelbvieh breed during the 2021 AGA National Convention and 50th Anniversary Celebration. JJ Boehler of Orleans, Nebraska, was officially inducted into the AGA Hall of Fame at the convention awards banquet on December 10, 2021.

“We have found that JJ has been a leader in utilizing new genetics of the Gelbvieh breed,” Robert Anderson of Jamestown, Kansas, says. “We have purchased several herd bulls from him over the past years. Those genetics have produced top quality replacement females, breeding bulls and high-quality steers for both the registered and commercial herds.”

An AGA member since 1986, Boehler is a member of the Gelbvieh Association in Nebraska (GAIN), having served on the board of directors and several committees. He has helped organize several state tours and was instrumental in developing the first Balancer Bull Futurity. He also helped establish the first paid state breeder representative position and has been a sale committee member for the GAIN Fall Female Festival. “JJ is a true pioneer and visionary for the Gelbvieh breed,” Andy LeDoux, Ree Heights, South Dakota, says. “He is always willing to participate in breed activities, and new ventures. The thing that always made me respect JJ is his unwavering support of this breed and its members.”

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In addition to his contributions to the AGA, Boehler can boast several accomplishments as a breeder. These include the Breeder’s Choice Gelbvieh Bull Futurity Champion in 2001, 2004 and 2006; People’s Choice Bull Futurity Champion in 2021; Nebraska Cattlemen’s Classic Supreme bull recipient two years in a row and

Beyond the recognition Boehler has received for the quality of cattle he raises, he is widely recognized for his passion for the industry and the breed. “JJ has one of the most unique cow herds in the breed, winning national titles across the country and raising influential livestock,” Lori Brown of Dwight, Kansas, says. “Titles mean little to the humble breeder though. One drive through the pastures with him, you can see the spark and pride in his eye. A true breed promoter – for good stock and good people.” These accomplishments are significant, but what sets Boehler apart is his integrity and passion. A man of not many words, his drive to grow the Gelbvieh breed with friends, family and future breeders, as well as his work behind the scenes, speaks volumes. “He is honest, hardworking and unselfish,” Jeff Swanson of Oxford, Nebraska, says. “But most of all, he is a good friend and an excellent choice for the American Gelbvieh Association’s Hall of Fame.”

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Moniteau County Cattlemen The Moniteau County Cattlemen held their annual meeting and scholarship auction on Tuesday, November 9, at Centennial Hall in California, Missouri. Dale Glenn, Tom Huhman and Dale Hodges were recognized as retiring board members. JT Trachsel, Clint Hoellering and Morgan Borts were voted in as the new board members. Long-time members Chuck and Rose Massengill were recognized as the Cattlemen of the Year. Chuck and Rose have been involved in the organization for many years locally, statewide and nationally. Jacob Wolken was the recipient of the Blue Gier Memorial Scholarship, which is for students currently enrolled in college.

year, the Moniteau County Cattleman’s awards $1,000 scholarships to seniors from California, Jamestown and Tipton schools, with $15,000 awarded to 2021 graduating seniors.

Following a delicious steak dinner, over $13,000 was raised for the local scholarship fund through cash donations and a live auction by Petree Auction. Every

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Chuck and Rose Massengill were recognized as the Cattleman of the Year at the Moniteau County meeting in November.

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The Douglas/Wright County Cattlemen, Texas County Cattlemen, and surrounding area cattlemen met on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at 6 p.m. at Shetlers Event Center in Mountain Grove, Missouri. One hundred thirty plus people attended as Jackie and Skyler Moore of Joplin Regional Stockyards and Ed Trotter of Zoetis sponsored the meeting and meal.

The January meeting of the Bates County Cattlemen’s Association was held Tuesday, January 11, at the Ballard Grill. President Ryan Grimes opened up the evening with Jim Wheatley leading the prayer. A wonderful meal from the Ballard Grill was enjoyed by all.

Wright County Regional Director Ron Wright called the meeting to order and asked the blessing on the meal. Following dinner and dessert, Jackie and Skyler Moore of JRS gave an update on the cattle market and answered questions from the crowd. Ed Trotter of Zoetis followed up the presentation with products and protocols for vaccinating cattle. The Douglas/Wright County Cattlemen’s February meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 8, 2022, at 6 p.m. at Shetlers Event Center in Mountain Grove. Sponsor to be announced. All cattlemen in the area are invited and encouraged to attend.

130+ cattlemen and cattlewomen attended our first meeting of the year, sponsored by JRS and Zoetis.

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The program for the evening and dinner sponsorship was provided by Joe Brown of MultiMin 90. Joe is no stranger to the Bates County Cattlemen, so he focused his discussion at this meeting around the basic needs of trace minerals in cattle and some of the specific times that a boost in trace minerals are most important. The discussion included difficulties getting trace minerals into cattle on a regular basis, specific areas of the cow where the trace minerals are needed and when that might indicate possible trace mineral shortages. Fortunately, the Bates County Cattlemen have had some fairly successful fundraising events over the last couple of years, which have put us in a fairly good spot financially. After some discussion into a couple of potential areas where we could donate some of this money, it was decided that a donation would be made to the MCA Political Action Committee, as well as a donation to Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation. Cowboys at the Capitol have set the standard for organizations which visit the Capitol. MCA does not visit the Capitol looking for money or handouts, but looking for support for the legislation which supports us. Money toward the PAC will help continue these efforts. Money toward the Foundation will continue to support the association and future scholarships provided to young, future cattlemen and cattlewomen. Dr. Curtis Long and his Briarwood Farms will host the March meeting on Saturday, March 5. This will be an open-house event with a representative from the MU Meat Science Department giving a beef cutting demonstration. They will demonstrate and describe grading, marbling and cutting. There will be some samples available as well! Bring the family along. There will be lot viewing available from 1 – 5 p.m., demonstration from 5 – 6 p.m., and Cattlemen’s Meeting at 6:30 p.m.

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Southeast Missouri Cattlemen The SEMO Cattlemen’s Association recently held a series of informational program meetings at the University of Missouri Extension Center in Jackson, Missouri. On November 2, Craig Payne, DVM, of Columbia, conducted a Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training and certification. This program was established in 1987, to help ensure animal health and well-being within the cattle industry. Cattle handling, recordkeeping, biosecurity, and best practices were discussed. Approximately 35 people attended the training. Cory Givens, representing pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim, was the guest speaker on December 7. He led an open discussion with questions and answers on cow/calf care and management. Parasite control and resistance, pinkeye and other problems were discussed. A meal was provided to all attendees.

CPA Jeff Baer talks about tax considerations with support from fellow CPA, Jeff Slinkard.

Fifty people attended the third program and meal held on January 4. Cape Girardeau attorney Craig Billmeyer and Jeff Baer, CPA, with K-Coe Isom in Jackson, spoke about estate planning and succession. Mr. Billmeyer explained different scenarios and ways to convey succession, especially relating to agricultural operations and family farms. Mr. Baer talked about the importance of working with an accountant, particularly concerning tax considerations in retirement planning and succession planning. It was emphasized to talk with family members when doing estate planning so they are aware of decisions being made.

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The SEMO Cattlemen’s Board will meet on Thursday, January 13 at 7 p.m., at the SEMO Livestock Auction.

Craig Billmeyer, discusses estate planning as attorney Bradley LaBruyere looks on.

Cory Givens of Boehringer Ingelheim leading discussion.

Craig Payne presenting BQA training.

Dallas County Dallas County Cattlemen’s Association (DCCA) and guests gathered January 11 at the DAV Building in Buffalo for the group’s first meeting of the new year. The 60 people in attendance enjoyed an excellent brisket dinner catered by Halfway FFA and sponsored by Buffalo MFA. We would like to thank Local Manager Kelly Glor and MFA, Inc., for their support that evening. Speaking to the group was David Moore, MFA, Inc., sales manager and rangeland expert. Moore urged

Soutwest Missouri Cattlemen It was a cold winter night, January 4, but the Cattlemen’s Grillers were hard at work grilling steaks for the 50 or so folks who braved the weather for the meeting at the Southwest Research Center, Mt. Vernon. The hosts for the evening were Merck and Corteva. Steve Teagarden spoke on behalf of Merck and outlined the importance of parasite control to the overall health of cattle. He also referred to avermectin resistance as a challenge. In the future, he said a big “game changer” would be Merck’s line of vaccines that are suitable to use on pregnant cows and baby calves that are at least seven days old or more.

Steve Teagarden, Merck had many questions and he rewarded the person who asked with a cap.

Halfway FFA catered an excellent brisket dinner.

David Moore from MFA.

We plan to continue to hold monthly meetings with details still being finalized. We also want to thank MCA staff and officers for another outstanding convention!

President Scynthia Schnake reported the association would be back on Thursday night to grill ribeye sandwiches for the 97th Lawrence County Soils and Crops Conference. Several members indicated they attended the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention at Margaritaville Lake Resort. Eldon Cole, MU Extension field specialist in livestock, said he still had Redbooks for sale at his office, if anyone needed a good field calving and herd recordbook. The price is $6. He added that, on February 24 at 4 p.m., a four-state beef conference would be held at the Research & Education Center, featuring Dr. Darrell Peel of Oklahoma State Universuty, and Drs. Eric Bailey and Derek Brake of the University of Missouri.

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producers to get a soil sample of their fields, even if one has been done recently. With the high cost of fertilizer, he explained options to reduce cost this upcoming year. He suggested to cut back on nitrogen and perhaps increase potash and phosphorus. He mentioned that some cattlemen may have to cut back on numbers if pasture and hay are in short supply. Moore also talked about the best way to control weeds in pastures and touted a number of strategies.

Brant Mettler with Corteva outlined his company’s line of pasture weed control products. He said the bottom line was if you get rid of the weeds, you can grow more grass. They do have a product, pending approval, that will be suitable for use on grass-legume fields that include white clover. It will not be safe on red clover, however. Brant said they’re hopeful it will be approved this fall.

St. Clair County Cattlemen St. Clair County Cattlemen have worked hard this year to ensure that the MoBeef for MoKids Program continued in our county schools. The Cattlemen sent their third round of MoBeef for MoKids donations after Christmas to ensure the county schools would have beef to start back after their break. Thanks to Eddie Meredith, who donated a beef, and Jim Neuenschwander, who donated two. Our next round will go the beginning of March, if anyone wants to donate. We greatly appreciate all our donors and their efforts to make our program a success! St. Clair County Cattlemen’s Association attended the Missouri Cattle Industry Convention the second weekend of January and was awarded the Runner-up Overall Affiliate Award Of Excellence at the Honors Reception. The Runner-up Overall Affiliate receives a certificate and a MiraFount waterer. Josh and Lawanna Salmon received an award for recruiting new members, and Raysha Tate interviewed and got into the

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Edward F. Czerwien

Patricia Ellen Euler

Edward F. Czerwien, 70, Amarillo, passed away January 3, 2022 after a 3 ½ year battle with ALS. A memorial service will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation, as cremation has taken place.

Patricia Ellen (Lowinski) Euler, 93, passed away peacefully December 27, 2021. She was born March 5, 1928, in St. Joseph, Missouri, to parents, Mary Frances (Kealey) and William Lowinski.

Ed was born June 30, 1951 in Cleveland Ohio to Edward A. and Annabelle (Suwolitch) Czerwien.

Patricia graduated high school from the Convent of the Sacred Heart in 1946. On March 14, 1950, she married Robert L. Euler. After marriage, she and Robert welcomed a daughter, Elizabeth Ann. Patricia went to work for Lee Apparel in St. Joseph in 1960 and would give 28 years to the company prior to retiring in 1988. She was a devout Catholic and a member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.

He graduated from Nordonia High School in Northfield Ohio in 1969 and received his college education at North Dakota State University (NDSU). From NDSU, he received a BS in Animal Science in 1973 and an MS in Animal-Meat Science in 1979. He was a member of the Farm House Fraternity. He met his wife, Mary (Roth) Czerwien while they were students at NDSU. On May 5, 1973, Edward and Mary were married in Washburn, ND. Edward worked for a variety of employers during his long career. In high school, he worked for Acadia Farms in Northfield, OH. He later worked for the following employers after he completed his college education: Fall River Feedlots in Hot Springs, SD, Wilson and Company in Albert Lea, MN andHayward Cooperative in Hayward, MN. He later worked for Equity Cooperative Livestock Sales Association as a Branch Manager in Ripon, WI. After that, he was the general manager for the Saint Joseph Stockyards in St. Joseph, MO. He then worked as a Livestock & Grain Market News Reporter for the USDA in Amarillo, TX until he retired. After retiring, he started up CZ Cattle Market Analytics and also wrote articles for a couple of publications. Throughout his long career, he received a number of awards. These awards included numerous FFA and National Market News Association award, as well as awards from the USDA and the State of Missouri’s Department of Agriculture.

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He was also a member of the following organizations: National Association of Farm Broadcasters, Amarillo Area Agricultural Committee, and the Texas Cattle Feeders Association.

Ed’s personal interests included gardening, chuckwagon and cowboy cooking, grilling, and baking artisan breads. He was especially fond of heirloom roses. He is survived by his wife, Mary, sons Terry (Ivy) and Kurt (Sharon) Czerwien, daughter Christy Czerwien, and four grandchildren.

She and Robert purchased a small farm in Faucett, Missouri, in 1968, where she would live for more than 50 years before moving in with her grandson and his family in Montgomery City, Missouri, November 12, 2021. Patricia was known for her wit, quirky sense of humor, resilience, and unwavering strength. She maintained her feisty attitude and mental sharpness even in her final days on earth. More importantly, Patricia was devoted to family. She moved in with her grandchildren after the unexpected passing of her daughter in 1997 and ensured they received care. For the past six years, Patricia’s true joy were her great-grandchildren who she adored beyond measure. Her husband preceded her in death August 22, 1986. She was also preceded in death by her parents; sister, Anna Mary (Lowinski) Sommerhauser; daughter, Elizabeth (Euler) Deering; and son-in-law, Lloyd Deering. Survivors include sister, Dorothy (Lowinski) Morin; granddaughter, Jodi Deering; grandson, Michael ( Julie) Deering; great-grandsons, Charley and Henry Deering; and numerous nieces and nephews. The family will gather with friends Wednesday, January 12, 2022, from 9-10:30 a.m. at Heaton-Bowman-Smith and Sidenfaden Chapel in St. Joseph. To conclude the visitation, a Rosary will be prayed at 10:30 a.m. with a graveside service immediately following at 11:30 a.m. at the Bellemont Cemetery in Wathena, Kansas. A Mass Intention to honor Patricia will be held Sunday, January 16, at 8:30 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church in St. Joseph. In lieu of flowers, Patricia requested donations be made in her memory to Second Harvest Community Food Bank of Greater St. Joseph.

Robert Kent Corbin Robert “Kent” Corbin, 75 of Dover, passed away January 11, 2022 at Research Medical Center, Kansas City. Visitation will be Thursday, January 13, 2022 from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home. A funeral service will be Friday, January 14, 2022 at 10:30 am at the Dover Christian Church. Burial will be in the Dover Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Dover Cemetery Association or the Missouri’s Cattlemen Foundation. Memories and condolences may be left at www.LedfordFamilyFH.com. Arrangements have been entrusted to Walker-Nadler-Fuller Funeral Home, 1720 South Street, Lexington, MO 64067, 660-259-2245. Kent was born July 10, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri to Robert and Vera (Trent) Corbin. He graduated from Lexington High School in 1964 and Wentworth Military Academy in 1966. He served in the United States Army from 1966 to 1968. On January 11, 1980 he married Marsha Logue in Lexington. Kent was a lifelong cattle and crop farmer. He was the chairman of the Dover Cemetery Association and served as an elder and chairman of the board for the Dover Christian Church. He was a member of the National Cattlemen’s Association, a member and past board member for the Missouri Cattleman’s Association. He was also a past president of Lafayette County Cattlemen’s Association. Kent was a member of the NRA and the Mid-MO Tractor Club. He enjoyed hunting and antique tractor restoration. Survivors include his wife, Marsha, of the home; sons, John Corbin and Neil Corbin, both of Dover; sister, Janie Tulipana and husband Mike of Lexington; one niece, three nephews and a large extended family. Kent was preceded in death by his parents.

Harvey Lewis Geary Harvey Lewis Geary, 79 of Odessa, Missouri passed away on Sunday, January 2, 2022, at home surrounded by family.

Harvey was born on September 16, 1942, at Lake Venita in Odessa, Missouri to William Forrest and

Survivors include his wife Marylin Geary of Odessa, MO; five children, Roger Geary and wife Kristen of Odessa, MO, Forest Lee Geary and wife Samantha of Springfield, MO, Rebecca Triantaflos and husband Adam of Ovid, MI, James Woody and wife Patricia of Odessa, MO, and Julie Webb and husband Richard of Lexington, MO; 13 grandchildren and ten greatgrandchildren; and one sister, Carrie Ann Early and husband Tom of Odessa. Harvey was preceded in death by his parents and a daughter, Kathy Geary.

Julia Mary Weiker We are sad to announce that on December 15, 2021 we had to say goodbye to Julia Mary Weiker of Fayette, Missouri. She was predeceased by : her parents, Charles William Lay and Ophelia Frances Lay (Tatum); and her husband James Earl Weiker. She is survived by: her children, Mary Pearce (Dan) of Boonville, Margaret of Plano, Fred of Fayette, Earlene Fox (Harold) of Ellington, Beth Jordan, Rebekah Lefler ( Jimmy), Sarah Ferguson of Missouri, Amy Roberge (Rob) and Bethany Lebida ( Jeff) of Maine; her sister Charlotte Acton (Carl) of Fayette; her grandchildren, James Fox (Michele), Ashleigh, Madeline, Isaac, Maggie, Molly, Evan and Ella; her great grandchildren, Lyla and Colson of Festus; her niece Heather Henderson; and her great-nieces and great-nephews, Seth, Parker, Carly and Cooper. Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 29th 2021 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Carr-Yager Funeral Home. A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 30th 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Fayette First Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to the Earl and Julia Weiker Memorial Scholarship Fund to aid students furthering their education in agriculture, and mailed to Carr-Yager Funeral Home, P.O. box 210, Fayette, Missouri 65248.

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Visitation was held on Thursday, January 6, 2022, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Ralph O. Jones Funeral Home, 306 S. 2nd St., Odessa, MO, 64076, 816-633-5524. A private family Inurnment took place the next day. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Greenton Cemetery Association or Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church. Memories of Harvey and condolences for his family may be left at www. LedfordFamilyFH.com.

Cecilia Marie (Deig) Geary. He graduated from Odessa High School in 1960. Harvey served four years in the Missouri Nation Guard from 1960-1964. On January 18, 1992, he married Marylin Jean (Steeley) Woody at Greenton Church in Odessa, MO. Harvey was a member of the Mt. Tabor United Methodist Church, current President of the Greenton Cemetery Association, and past President of the Lafayette County Cattlemen’s Association. GIn addition to spending time with family and friends, Harvey loved traveling the countryside, playing pool, and playing cards.

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MCA Endorses Mike Kehoe for Governor

The Missouri Cattlemen’s Association (MCA) officially announced its endorsement of Lieutenant Governor Mike Kehoe for Missouri governor. Kehoe, a firstgeneration cattle producer and longtime MCA member, first received news of the endorsement January 9 at the association’s annual Missouri Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show in Osage Beach, attended by more than 700 people. Kehoe is running for governor in the 2024 election and is the only announced candidate for the position.

“The historically early endorsement shouldn’t be a shocker to anyone,” MCA Executive Vice President Mike Deering said. “Mike Kehoe has our back, whether it was his time in the State Senate or his time as the Missouri’s lieutenant governor, or over his nearly thirty years in the cattle business, Kehoe has always stood with family farmers and ranchers who are the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. Our association’s members stand with those who consistently and relentlessly stand with us. It’s simply who they are.”

“MCA takes every endorsement seriously and candidates must receive support from eighty percent of our Board of Directors. While this endorsement didn’t follow our regular process, it was unanimous,” MCA President Bruce Mershon said. “We know 2024 is a long way from today and anything can happen, but this endorsement speaks to who our members are. Cattle producers are extremely independent, but also very loyal and aren’t afraid to jump in early and put all bets on the table for someone who is one of them and has had their back through thick and thin. Mike Kehoe is that candidate who’s a fighter for our causes and a friend to Missouri cattlemen.”

Kehoe has been a member of the association for over twenty years. “I am honored to receive this early support for governor from the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association,” Mike Kehoe said. “As a first-generation cattle farmer in the heartland I know that each season brings new challenges for our farm families because feeding America is no small task. Claudia and I want to personally thank all of Missouri’s farmers for their commitment to Missouri agriculture. It’s an honor to stand with the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association and all Missouri farmers as we work to make Missouri the top state in the country for agriculture.”

Heroes to Hives opens enrollment for 2022 Source: University of Missouri Extension WARRENSBURG, Mo. – Enrollment is open for Heroes to Hives, a free program that helps military veterans, active-duty personnel, reservists and their families learn the art of beekeeping. University of Missouri Extension agronomist Travis Harper leads the Missouri program, the first state chapter of the national Heroes to Hives program. The course includes nine prerecorded modules available through Michigan State University. There are also live Zoom classes on topics specific to Missouri beekeeping, Harper said.

“These challenges are exacerbated by the loss of the camaraderie and support inherent in military units,” Funkenbusch said. “Transitioning vets often feel a sense of isolation and loss. Heroes to Hives offers veterans a chance to reconnect with their brothers and sisters in arms with a common mission of protecting the most important managed pollinator on the planet.” For more information and free registration, visit www. heroestohives.com.

Monthly hands-on training will be held April-October at the Heroes to Hives apiary in Warrensburg at the University of Central Missouri’s Mitchell Street Farm. Topics include hive handling, hive inspections, pest and pathogen management and beekeeping ergonomics. Students who finish the course can download a certificate of completion from Michigan State University. Missouri is home to more than 440,000 veterans making the transition from military to civilian life, said Karen Funkenbusch, state director of the Missouri AgrAbility Project. Returning veterans face challenges, including anxiety, depression, service-related health issues and disabilities and finding rewarding career opportunities.

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Looking to the Future This year marks the seventh year we have represented the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association. Representing you has presented some of our greatest victories and challenges. Though, despite the ups and downs, being your voice in the Capitol halls is a great privilege that neither of us takes lightly. Working with you is a privilege for us for different reasons. I (Nancy) was raised on a cow/calf farm and am proud that being a farm kid is a significant part of my identity. I have known land, cows and horses my entire life. Cooper, on the other hand, has worked incredibly hard to become a cattle farmer. Watching him build a cattle operation and seeing him deal with struggles all new farmers encounter has been an invaluable experience. Our differing perspectives aid in better understanding each of you and your approach to this industry we love so much. We oftentimes are questioned why we are so passionate about cattle producers and agriculture in general. There are many answers, but all point to the people. It is a privilege knowing you. For seven years we have gotten to better know many of you, your families and your businesses. While each of you differ in personalities and approach, your love for this industry, your community and one another is ever-present.

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It has also been a privilege to know your families. Year after year, we are fortunate to see your families grow in both number and age. It was evident this year at convention when we visited with Samantha Schnake and Jack Long. These two were kids when we first met and now are adults who are contributing to the cattle industry and the association in their own ways. Samantha invited friends to join her at convention and Jack steadfastly worked the registration desk and helped wherever and whenever he was needed.

As we look ahead to the next seven years, we are excited to see the next crew. What a fun crew it’s going to be with Charley Deering, 80 Henry Deering and Jasper Reed, to name a few. Charley Deering

is all things appropriate. He is quiet, polite, and ridiculously thoughtful for a boy his age. He is the perfect kid to attempt to corral the next generation. Henry Deering? Well, that’s an entirely different story, and one we cannot love enough! He is crazy, opinionated and loud. I understand him and appreciate him for all these attributes that will drive Deering nuts. Henry is the son I never had. We are cut from the same cloth, and Mike Deering deserves this (sorry, Julie). Henry is going to shake things up, and we cannot wait to both encourage and witness his shenanigans. Jasper Reed is the dark horse. He attended convention on his first birthday and was sheer perfection. No outbursts. No crying. He hung out quietly with his parents or with one of his many admirers. We cannot wait to see the changes in year two with this one. We could go on about so many of you and the gift it has been to be part of this organization – an organization that is much more like a family to us than a client. We thank you for the opportunity to work with you, know you, and witness your children become adults of which we can all be proud. It’s been a privilege! Our thanks, Nancy and Cooper

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SALE CALENDAR Feb. 4 Feb. 5 Feb. 12 Feb. 12 Feb. 18 Feb. 19 Feb. 25 Feb. 26 Feb. 26 Feb. 27 March 4 March 5 March 5 March 5 March 5 March 11 March 12 March 12 March 12 March 12 March 12 March 12 March 12

Cow Camp Spring Bull Sale, Lost Springs, KS Loonan Stock Farm Sale, Corning, IA J&N Black Hereford Sale, Leavenworth, KS Genetic Power Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull Sale, Springfield, MO Galaxy Beef Production Sale, Macon, MO Byergo Angus Sale, Savannah, MO Jamison Herefords Bull Sale, Quinter, KS Seedstock Plus North Missouri Bull Sale, Kingsville, MO Cowman’s Kind Bull & Female Sale at Post Rock, Barnard, KS 65th Missouri Angus Breeders Futurity Sale, Columbia, MO Express Ranches Spring Bull Sale, Yukon, OK Mead Farms Spring Sale, Versailles, MO Peterson Farms Bull Sale, Mountain Grove, MO Seedstock Plus Arkansas Bull & Female Sale, Hope, AR Hilltop Farms Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull & Female Sale, JRS, Carthage, MO Schlager Angus Production Sale, Palmyra, MO Soaring Eagle Farms Bull Sale, Springfield, MO Sampson Annual Bull Sale, Kirksville, MO Flickerwood Angus Sale, Jackson MO Wright Charolais Bull Sale, Kearney, MO Express Honor Roll Sale, Yukon, OK Heart of the Ozarks Angus Sale, West Plains, MO Seedstock Plus Red Reward Bull & Female Sale, Osceola, MO

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Valley Oaks Spring Sale, Lone Jack, MO Benoit Angus Ranch Sale, Esbon, KS Henke Farms Sale, Salisbury, MO Marshall & Fenner Farms Sale, Boonville, MO Pinegar Annual Herdbuilder XXVIII Sale, Springfield, MO Ertel Cattle Company Annual Production Sale, Kirksville, MO Falling Timber Farm Sale, Marthasville, MO Aschermann Charolais Bull Sale, Carthage, MO Brinkley Angus Ranch Sale, Green City, MO Mississippi Valley Angus Sale, Palmyra, MO Briarwood Angus Farms Spring Sale, Butler, MO Hinkle’s Prime Cut Angus Sale, Nevada, MO Ferguson Angus Sale, Agra, KS T Bar S Online Heifer Sale Arkansas Bull Sale & Commercial Female Sale, Heber Springs, AR Worthington Angus Sale, Dadeville, MO 8 Story Farms 4th Annual Production Sale, Gallatin, MO Seedstock Plus South Missouri Bull & Female Sale, Carthage, MO Maplewood Acres Sale, Sedalia, MO 3C Cattle Co. Sale, Carrollton, MO Sandhill Farms Hereford Production Sale, Haviland, KS SouthWest Missouri Performance Tested Bull Sale, Springfield, MO Green Springs Bull Test featuring Garton Angus Ranch Females, Nevada, MO Oleen Brothers Production Sale, Dwight, KS Meyer Cattle Co. Sale, Bowling Green, MO Four State Angus Association Sale Springfield, MO

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Bennett, Biggs & Switzer Production Sale Green City, MO 43rd Annual Gardiner Angus Ranch Production Sale Ashland, KS Ade Polled Hereford Annual Production Sale, Amsterdam, MO B/F Cattle Co. Spring Maternal Integrity Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull Sale, Butler, MO Andras Stock Farm “The Andras Kind” Sale, Manchester, IL Ridder Farms Sale, Hermann, MO Brockmere Farms Inc. Sale, New Cambria, MO Hunter Angus Sale Fair Grove, MO Howard County Angus Association Sale, Fayette, MO New Day Genetics Sale, Salem, MO Central Missouri Polled Hereford Sale, Cuba, MO Renaissance Sale, Strafford, MO Sydenstricker Genetic Influence Sale New Cambria, MO McBee Cattle Co. Braunvieh Production Sale, Fayette, MO East CentralMissouri Angus Association Sale, Cuba, MO NextGen Cattle Co. Spring Bull Sale, Paxico, KS Missouri Red Angus Sale, Springfield, MO Wall Street Cattle Co. Angus Bull & Female Sale, Lebanon, MO 7th Annual Gardiner Angus Ranch “Meating Demand” Bull Sale, Ashland, KS Great American Pie Annual Limousin Sale, Lebanon, MO Mead Angus Farms Spring Female Sale, Versailles, MO Byergo Angus Sale, Savannah, MO Soaring Eagle Production Sale Springfield, MO

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Advertiser Index

American Angus Association........................................79 American Gelbvieh Association...................................49 Benoit Angus Ranch Sale ............................................65 Bradley Cattle ..............................................................29 Brickhouse Farms Red Angus......................................29 Buffalo Livestock Market............................................. 88 Callaway Livestock Center Inc.................................... 64 Classified.......................................................................89 Clearwater Farm...........................................................63 Coon Angus Ranch......................................................63 Double A Land & Cattle...............................................29 Ellis Cattle Company Red Angus.................................29 Ertell Cattle Company Sale..........................................53 Express Ranches Sale...................................................91 F&T Livestock Market..................................................16 FCS of Missouri............................................................92 Ferguson Sale................................................................76 Frank and Hazelrigg Angus.........................................63 Friday - Cartoon...........................................................78 Galaxy Beef LLC..........................................................63 Galaxy Beef LLC Sale..................................................21 Gerloff Farms................................................................63 Green’s Welding & Sales...............................................52 Hart Farms................................................................... 44 Heart of the Ozarks Angus Sale...................................69 Hilltop Farms Sale........................................................45 Hinkle’s Prime Cut Angus............................................63 Hinkle’s Prime Cut Angus Spring Sale........................41 HydraBed......................................................................62 Jim’s Motors................................................................. 88 Joplin Regional Stockyards.............................................3 Kingsville Livestock Auction........................................45 KK Farms Red Angus..................................................29 Kranjec Valley Angus Farma.......................................63 Lacy’s Red Angus.........................................................29 Lamine Valley Red Angus............................................29 Legend Lezpedeza....................................................... 44 Lincoln Gelbvieh......................................................... 46 Maple Oaks Red Angus................................................29 Maple Oaks Red Angus Sale........................................87 Maplewood Acres Farm................................................29 Maplewood Acres Farm Sale........................................28 Marshall & Fenner Farms.............................................63 MC Livestock Red Angus.............................................29 MCA - County Leadership Conference.......................30 MCA - Cowboys at the Capitol....................................81 MCA - Liability Signs...................................................86

MCA - Membership Form............................................85 MCA - Policy Priorities.................................................82 MCA - Presidents Council............................................84 McBee Cattle Co..........................................................68 McPherson Concrete Products.....................................89 Mead Cattle Co............................................................26 Mead Farms..................................................................63 Mead Farms Bull Sale...................................................13 Merck Animal Health...................................................17 MFA .............................................................................33 Missouri Angus Association..........................................63 Missouri Angus Breeders..............................................63 Missouri Beef Industry Council....................................19 Missouri Red Angus Association..................................29 Missouri Red Angus Breeders......................................29 MLS Tubs.....................................................................57 MultiMin......................................................................39 Ozark Farm & Neighbor...............................................54 Ozark Hills Genetics.....................................................29 Peterson Farms Sale......................................................73 Pinegar Limousin Sale..................................................25 Post Rock Cattle - Cowman’s Kind Sale......................55 Rogers Cattle Co. and Lile Farms Red Angus.............29 Sampson Cattle Co.......................................................63 Sampson Cattle Co. Sale..............................................60 Seedstock Plus...............................................................51 Sellers Feedlot...............................................................20 Shoal Creek Land & Cattle Red Angus.......................29 Show-Me-Select Sale Credit Program .........................83 Slayton Farms...............................................................29 Soapweed Gelbvieh.......................................................50 South Central Regional Stockyards.............................18 Square B Ranch/Quality Beef......................................63 Superior Steel Sales.......................................................72 Sydenstricker Genetics..................................................63 T Bar S Cattle Company..............................................47 Touchstone Energy.......................................................69 Valley Oaks Angus........................................................63 Valley Oaks Angus/Valley Oaks Meats........................15 Weiker Angus Ranch....................................................63 Wheeler Auctions & Real Estate...................................14 Wheeler Livestock Market........................................... 46 Mike Williams..............................................................14 Windrush Farm Red Angus..........................................29 Wright Charolais Bull Sale ............................................9 Y-Tex...............................................................................2 Zeitlow - Ritchie Waterers..............................................7

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