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By TRAVIS MITCHELL, Executive Director, SCCA Shorter days and cooler nights are a welcomed relief after a long, hot summer. A number of us have received very beneficial rain over the last month, while some of us are still extremely dry. Fall is always a busy time for cattlemen. As hay harvest season comes to an end, we begin to shift our focus to planting winter annuals, fall calving, and, of course, preparing for the winter. Fall also brings a new lineup of production sales and livestock shows where we can go and catch up with old friends. The S.C. Cattlemen’s Association has a busy fall schedule as we prepare for regional meetings to be held around the state. These meetings will focus on managing input costs in your operations. Dates and locations for these meetings Ready for Fall will be available soon, and I encourage each of you to make every effort to attend.A hot topic surrounding the beef industry in South Carolina is the limited processing capacity for our producers who sell freezer beef. This has been an ongoing issue that was highlighted with the COVID-19 pandemic. A committee led by Dr. Steve Richards with Clemson University Extension’s Agri-Business team is working on a strategy to provide solutions for this very complex issue. The S.C. Cattlemen’s Association has been a part of this committee from its beginning, as well as a number of Clemson University specialists, the S.C. Department of Agriculture, and the S.C. Farm Bureau.
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Carl Sherrill (J.C. Sherrill, Jr.) bought his first Santa Gertrudis bull in March of 1963. Between natural service sires and artificial insemination, he had built a mostly purebred herd but sold out in the early 1970s when his son Carlyle (J. C. Sherrill, III) went to college. When Carlyle returned from Washington, D.C., and law school in 1980, he repaired the fences. Together, they restocked a principal pasture with 16 head, principally from Abco-Tyger Ranch in South Carolina and a bull from John Massey’s Little Creek Ranch. After Carl passed away in 1987, Carlyle, with his sister Sarah, partnered to form J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch. This began a period of high level national engagement: the ranch purchased Princess Di 3/5 (daughter of the highly promoted Lady Di 3/3), Big Ol’ Cow 4077 (dam of Joe Willie 12/1, a long time herd sire at Double T.T. Ranch), National Champion Diamond J 637 and her full sister Diamond J 639, several high performing Mr. Bull 174/1 daughters from the Clarendon Plantation dispersal sale. The ranch was also among the first customers of Gene McCarter’s Cattle Services with Tar Hustler 269/8, a Hustler 920 x Ms Double TT 22/3 son, who was the breed’s first High Point Show Bull of the Year, National Yearling Champion Countdown 987, and Tiny Dancer 10/0, a member of the Hustler’s Extra 3T5/5 Get of Sire with Tinney Farms’ National Champion MC Hammer 860. JC Sherrill, Jr. Ranch also partnered with 2S Ranch (Charles and Pat McMahon), Double J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch — A Santa Gertrudis Family T.T. Ranch (Wyle Taliaferro), and Jerry Wade, all of whom were promoting the Hustler x Double TT 22/3 genetic combination through their herd sires (Apollo 331/7, Peppy 339/7, Tar Hustler 269/8, and Double T.T. represented the base genetics). J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch had the high selling lot twice over the span of the sale, including the last one. and Colton repeatedly won the public speaking contest for many years. Three purchases over the course of 2000-2001 formed the basis of much of the modern herd: Cassie CT5/0, a Shaker’s Playboy 720 x Grandview Cierra 433 daughter, purchased from Grandview Farms in conjunction with the National Open Show in Montgomery, Ala.; Gusto 093, a 2S Ranch heifer out of Cowboy 500 purchased at the Mid-Coast Super Sale on the advice of Buddy Smith; and Ward 7/444, a purchase from Clifton Ward in Georgia who went back to Mountain Man and King 55/0 breeding. Cassie CT5/0 was the dam of Sunshine 39/5 (xTop Gun 244), who produced two with genetics from Tinney Farms, LouAl-Tuck, MC Ranch, Double C Farms, and Creech Farms, in addition to buying back some genetics from Reminisce Farm and the main J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch herd. J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch has made frequent use of artificial insemination to incorporate high quality genetics into the herd and then used bulls raised on the ranch out of A.I. sires. The Santa Gertrudis breed is all about connections, and at one of the National Junior Heifer Shows, Scott was talking to Richard Hood (Sr.), who offered his entire semen collection. This was the source of the El Capitan 5 302 semen that produced JCS Dean 91/9 and the L-L Tripp 777/0 semen that produced the Sherrill’s current herd sire, JCS Tripp 93/7. The Sherrills have also made use of embryo transfer: Scott’s first show heifer was a daughter of National Champion Diamond J 637 and Hustler’s Extra 3T5/5, Sunshine 39/5 was an E.T. calf out of Cassie CT5/0 and Top Gun 244. Scott has been working towards additional embryo work over the past couple of years, with the first set born in the spring of 2022. One of the focuses of the ranch has been an effort to combine selected old and new Santa Gertrudis genetics and, in turn, has developed a Tar Hustler 269/8 2022 E.T. heifer calf
Typical J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch young cows Senior
When Tar Hustler 269/8 died at six years old in 1994, the times were changing. Carlyle married his second wife, April, and they were starting their own family and Carlyle’s son from his first marriage, Scott, a long time fixture at Santa Gertrudis shows and sales, was almost nine and about to be eligible for showing in junior shows. From 19952016, Carlyle’s children, Scott, Colton, and Lauren, were regular participants in the National Junior Heifer Show, missing only 2003 over the course of that span. The trips took the family from as close as Perry, Ga., to as far away as Albuquerque, N.M., with more trips to Texas than anywhere. Both Scott and Colton served on the junior board of directors, grand champion females at the N.C. State Fair Open Show and one of them was also a class winner at the National Open Show in Jackson, Miss., in 2013. Ward 7/444 was bred to Geronimo 3983 at the time of purchase and was the dam of herd sire Aries 59/0. When Aries was bred to Gusto 093, Gusto gave birth to Windy 14/3, who sired herd sires Sherrill’s Ace 38/5 (x Top Gun 244), and JCS Dean 91/9 (x El Capitan 5 302). The Windy 14/3 x Sunshine 39/5 is still a common genetic combination in the herd. Other genetics in the herd include TF 289, a maternal half sister of Red Solo Cup 110, and was the high selling lot at the Alabama Connection Sale in 2012, with her dam, who sold to Townsend Cattle Company. Possum Walk 415 was purchased from Buddy Smith when Colton was nearing the end of his junior career, and Rocking A 1422 was purchased from Allen and Cheryl Grainger for Lauren. Scott began rebuilding his portion of the herd in 2014
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The gap between 1964 and 1977 places a hole in the continuity of the 50th annual sale. To tie the narrative together, one could look at a different sale, the Colonial Breeders Sale, which was hosted by Cox Enterprises’ Clarendon Plantation, although it was advertising its third sale for 1974. The first two Colonial Breeders Sales featured Phillip Rusts’ Winnstead Plantation in Georgia, Clarendon Plantation in Burton, S.C., and Weatherford Ranch in Brooksville, Fla., in 1972, and Three Bee Ranch of Lakeland, Fla., in 1973. However, by the 1974 sale, the three original consignors were joined by Texas Governor John Connelly’s Four C Ranch in Floresville, Tex., future SGBI President Charles Gray’s Gemini Springs Farms in DeBary, Fla., and Joe Marchman Ranches in Plano, Texas. At the time, Sam Jacoby was the cattle manager for Clarendon Plantation. After a long stint at Nine Bar Ranch in Texas, he returned to North Carolina in the late 1990s as the manager of Edwards’ Double E Farms in Marshville, N.C., until its dispersal in 2012. The 1978 and 1979 Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas sales pulled together Clarendon Plantation and the other Breeders of the Carolinas: the organizers of the association were frequently listed among the buyers at the Clarendon Plantation sales, as well as the dispersal of Tyger Ranch in South Carolina. Walter Britten was listed as the auctioneer in the 1979 sale, with consignors including Clarendon Plantation, C.K. McCotter, John Massey, Oswald’s Sugar Hill Farm in Allendale, S.C., Hidden Acres in Kingston, Ga., Sapelo Plantation in Brunswick, Ga., T.S. Ranch Ltd. in Middlebrook, Va., Helen K. Groves’ Silverbrook Farm, at that time in Middlebrook, Va., Open Grounds Farm in Beaufort, N.C., and Dudley Schilling of Bear Creek, North Carolina. Our affiliate and our sale have been fortunate to be able to go strong to make it to a silver sale. There have been years where the affiliate has struggled to pull together 30 lots, and there have been years where the sale has gone over a hundred lots. Still, the mantra has been for the affiliate that without a sale, there is no affiliate, and this has kept our affiliate going through the hard work and dedication of our membership. The affiliate has also benefitted from great regional support from Virginia, Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.
One customer paid a high compliment, “With Mr. Carlyle, what you see is what you get.”The Sherrills have been blessed to have been involved with the Santa Gertrudis breed for a long time and have made many lifelong friends along the way. Ultimately, they have focused on building a small, high quality herd that has focused on the show ring. As the Sherrill children have aged into adulthood, the ranch has become more locally focused, supporting predominantly the Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas Sale each May and the Crimson Classic Sale each April in Alabama. Both Scott and Carlyle have been heavily involved with the Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas Board of Directors, with Carlyle spending more years than not as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Association, and Scott spent a two year term as president from 2016-2018. They have also resumed participation in the N.C. and S.C. State Fairs after a hiatus of several years and have worked with Cabarrus County 4-H to bridge the gap until Scott’s children are able to show themselves. The Sherrills hope to share their enthusiasm and dedication to the Santa Gertrudis breed with the next generation.
The Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas organized and began the process of renewing their charter at a field day held at Triple R Ranch in Dunn, N.C., owned by Robert P. and Bobby Rupert in 1976.
The 50th Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas Sale is scheduled for May of 2023, marking an excellent time to recount the history of the sale and the association.
Bill Cameron, who started attending the Breeders of the Carolinas Sale in Raleigh (1978 or 1979), deserves credit for the research on this one. If he did not have early versions of the Santa Gertrudis Journal , this article would have missed key elements of our organization’s history.
Junior herd sire BM Chapo 851 Tar Hustler 269/8 2022 E.T. bull calf consistent style and look to their cattle.
J.C. Sherrill, Jr. Ranch continued
Scott Wilson and CK McCotter were the common links between the 1960s version of the Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas and the 1970s rechartering.
The Breeders of the Carolinas Sale was held in Columbia, S.C. (1961-1962); unfortunately, I don’t have the information on 1963; Winston-Salem, N.C. in 1964; Monroe, N.C. in 1977; Raleigh, N.C. 19781980; Laurens, S.C. 1981-1982; Clemson, S.C. 1983-1985; Laurens, S.C. 1986-1987; the sale alternated between Shelby, N.C., and Anderson, S.C. between 1988 and 1994; stayed in Shelby from 1994-1996; Clemson, S.C. in 1997; Shelby in 1998; Marshville, N.C. from 1999-2006; Anderson, S.C. in 2007; and Williamston, S.C. in 2008. Since 2009, the Chester Livestock Exchange has been the home of the Breeders of the Carolinas Sale. Lamentably, Chester can no longer host the sale, and so it will be moving to Monroe, North Carolina. Watch for our advertisements for dates leading up to theWesale.welcome you to our 2023 sale, and if it’s been a while since you’ve been or you want to see what the Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas offer in 2023, don’t miss it!
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Speakers included Clint Reese, Executive Secretary of the N.C. Cattlemen’s Association, Pete Patterson, an extension specialist with N.C. State, Kirby Hancock, representing SGBI, and W. Scott Wilson of Macon, Ga., who spoke on the topic of hosting a successful sale. C.K. McCotter of New Bern, John Massey of Clayton, Joe Cooper of Warrenton, Va., and W. Scott Wilson formed a committee to get the 50th Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas Sale association off the ground. The association advertised its sale in the spring of 1977. W. Scott Wilson was the auctioneer, and the sale advertised 90 lots, including 10 bulls and 80 females. It averaged $305. Consignors were C.K. McCotter, John Massey, Ben Oswald of Allendale, S.C., Triple R Ranch in Dunn, N.C., Friendly Acres in Dunn, N.C., Jackson and Rupert Cattle Company in Falcon, N.C., and Jimmy Dutton of Clinton, South Carolina. The sale was held in Monroe, North Carolina. The 1978 sale, held in Raleigh, N.C., was auctioneered by Fred Dietrich and averaged $760 across 50 lots. Clarendon, John Massey, and Open Grounds Farms in Beaufort, N.C., were identified as consignors of top selling lots. Fred Dietrich was a regular consignor in the sale until 2018. But if the affiliate was rechartered in 1976, how could it then advertise its sixth annual sale in 1979? There was actually an earlier iteration of the Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas that held a sale from 1961 to 1964. The 1961 sale was held in Columbia, S.C., and consignors included OX-BO Ranch (Van Lee Shaw), J.H. Blue Ranch, Dr. John L Gunter, Frank McGregor, E.A. Morris (Coddle Creek Farm/Running M Ranch), J.W. Lane, and G.W. Landis. J.C. Sherrill, Jr. of Mt. Ulla purchased seven of the 50 lots. The sale was also in Columbia in 1962. The fourth sale was held in Winston-Salem in 1964.
Since then, Creech has been strictly A.I.’ing his herd and retaining his best heifers. Now, he has a herd of mostly home raised cows split into spring and fall calving groups, and he is even retaining some bulls of his own.
When Tony Creech got back into raising cattle, he had two goals – to get into a breed that he felt comfortable with and to build a herd that stands out in the breed – something he accomplished in a relatively short time with the help of artificial insemination (A.I.).
Creech Farms — Investing in Artificial Insemination
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Creech says he can tell a big difference between using A.I. vs. the live cover bulls he used in the past with his commercial herd, simply because he can afford to breed everything to the top genetics the breed has to offer. Creech
By HANNAH GILL looks for bulls that offer well balanced expected progeny differences rather than chasing one trait. One bull he has really liked crossing on his herd has been Red Doc Farm’s Never Before. “I really noticed a difference when I started A.I.’ing to him,” Creech says. “He’s just a real big boned, real good phenotype bull, and he makes real nice heifers and bulls. He’s really what the base of my herd is. You can’t tell much about fertility, but after I use a bull for a while, I can tell which bulls are going to produce good heifers and which bulls are not.”
Over the years, Creech has refined his A.I. protocol, starting with a shot of Lutalyse when he puts CIDRs in, “Someone who does it, the more they do it, the better they get at it. And they need to be experienced doing Santa Gertrudis cattle or Bos indicus cattle because it’s a whole different shaped reproductive system. Our technician is experienced and good at it,” Creech says. The evidence of his success with AI’ing top genetics shows through Creech’s uniform cow herd and the uniform calf crops he gets year after year. “Most all of my females that are born here, I try to keep the very best ones to go back into my herd,” he says. “Then the “I think anybody, regardless of size, can benefit from A.I.,” Creech says. “It’s not a lot of money involved for the end product; it’s a pretty good investment. The good calves I get make it worth it. To me, it’s the way to go.”
Creech has been raising Santa Gertrudis cattle since 2006 and keeps 7080 head of mother cows on his farm near Raleigh, North Carolina. “Before, I had just a commercial herd and I had some Santa Gertrudis, and that’s what made me want to go back with them,” he says. “I had fewer problems with the Santa Gertrudis than I did with other breeds – fewer calving problems, they had better dispositions, they had the qualities I wanted.”
“The A.I. has really been my main thing,” he says. “I never spent a lot of money on bulls, but I try to use my money wisely and, for me, AI’ing has been the cheapest way to go in the right direction the fastest.”
rest of them I sell at production sales.” He even started keeping a few top bulls back for his own use. The top remaining bulls go into production sales, and the rest are castrated and sold as freezer beef.
The Creech family from left to right, Brandon, Emily, Colin, Tony, Allison, Caroline, and Seth. followed by a shot of Factrel on day eight. Then on day 14, he pulls the CIDRs, gives another shot of Lutalyse, and applies a heat detection patch. After the first few females start cycling, they breed three groups every 12 hours after standing“Whenheat.we pull the CIDR, usually by the end of the second day I’ve got some cycling,” he says. “We breed probably 8590 percent of the cows we set up.” That protocol, along with a good A.I. technician, Creech says, are the keys to his success. A few years ago, Creech started using A.I. technician Kim Prestwood, who lives 15 miles away from his farm, and their bred cow percentages improved dramatically.
When Creech introduces a new bull to his herd, he usually tests the bull on three or four of his top cows to evaluate the result before he fully commits. When a bull has passed muster, he usually breeds around ten cows each season.
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Santa Gertrudis cattle are well known for their adaptability and exceptional maternal traits, as well as for their carcass quality. Because of this variety of traits, Santa Gertrudis provide a lot of breeding flexibility, both as a purebred/ seedstock animal and as a component in a crossbreeding system.
“We really want to be known as a red-hided, heat-tolerant, heterosis provider, and so that allows us to do a lot
The Super American – a Santa Gertrudis-Brangus cross – is another popular STAR 5 animal. Beyond a Hereford or Brangus cross, Santa Gertrudis genetics cross well with other breeds, including Black Angus, Simmental, SimAngus, or Red Angus. The Santa Gertrudis-Red Angus cross, referred to as the American Red, is well suited for commercial producers seeking quality replacement females and steers.“Red Angus and Santa Gertrudis cross exceptionally well in terms of carcass quality, maternal ability, and growth,” Fields explains. Unlike the other STAR 5s, the American Red program is a tagging program – launched by SGBI and the Red Angus Association of America in February 2020 – with specific parameters that must be met for cattle to be recorded as American Red within the registry system. In addition, producers must purchase tags to market their cattle as AmericanBecauseRed.the program has specific genetic parameters, it’s important to remember that all Santa GertrudisRed Angus crosses can be registered as STAR 5s, but not every Santa GertrudisRed Angus animal can be considered or registered as an American Red. While the American Red is a popular cross, Fields reminds producers that it is only one of many crosses that meet the needs of today’s commercial cattlemen. “STAR 5 cattle are adaptable, whether you need heat tolerance, adaptability or added performance, these cattle can go anywhere,” he adds. “We’re seeing that as we send more genetics into some new areas we haven’t been to yet.”
Like breeders across the country, cattle producers in the Carolinas utilize a diverse array of management, production, and marketing practices, which calls for a diverse cow herd. Santa Gertrudis fits the bill for many of the area’s producers.
By LISA BARD of different things in terms of crosses,” says Webb Fields, Santa Gertrudis Breeders International (SGBI) executive director. “Our membership has focused heavily on carcass quality and continues to put added pressure on fertility and maternal ability, and so we think a Santa Gertrudis-cross animal makes a tremendous cow across the country.”
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Santa Gertrudis cattle, named for the Spanish land grant where Captain Richard King first established the King Ranch, were developed to thrive, prosper, and produce on the native grasses of the South Texas brush country more than a century ago. In 1940, the U.S. Department of Agriculture recognized the Santa Gertrudis as a distinctive beef breed. Today, Santa Gertrudis is still referred to as America’s original beef breed.
Santa Gertrudis — Adaptable, Flexible, In Demand
The Santa Gertrudis grading-up program, known as the STAR 5 program, provides SGBI members the ability to progress from a non-Santa Gertrudisbased herd to purebred Santa Gertrudis status. Because of Santa Gertrudis’ ability to perform well when crossed with a variety of breeds, the possibilities are nearly endless. However, some crosses have historically been more popular than others.One of the most popular STAR 5 crosses is the Santa Gertrudis-Hereford cross. The resulting cross typically results in a red hided, white mottled faced cow, commonly referred to as a “red mott.”
Since Fields started leading the growing breed association a few years ago, he’s been inundated with questions about where cattlemen can find STAR 5 cattle, specifically the red motts. “They’re great in terms of their phenotype and maternal ability, and can really go anywhere in the country,” Fields says. “I found out very early on that we just can’t make enough of them.”
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• These videos showcase Tony Romo and Summer Grilling and are resulting in strong engagement with consumers in the Southeast region. For Spotify, we are at 999,341 impressions.•Thiscampaign has resulted in a cost per listen of one penny, allowing the Checkoff investment to reach and engage with consumers in a very cost effective method.•The completion rate on these ads is 95 percent, showing that the audio spots resonate strongly with consumers. Meanwhile, we’ve been rolling through events that promote beef in our backyard. The Ag Media Summit was held in Raleigh for the first time, and we welcomed several hundred agricultural professionals to the Raleigh Convention Center. Our own Casey Hinnant, editor and advertising director of The Carolina Cattle Connection , serves as
By ASHLEY W. HERRING Director of Consumer Information N.C. Cattlemen’s Beef Council
We’re at the halfway mark of our summer grilling campaign and have plenty of results to share. The campaign is performing well on YouTube and Spotify. Thus far, ads have been shown 4,047,867 times between the two platforms! Beef. It’s What’s for Dinner Summer Campaign and More states to choose beef for their outdoor grilling meals
• This campaign has over 2.8 million engagements (video views and audio listens) and is performing in a very costefficient manner across the different platformsTheend date is August 30, so we will get through summer and just before the Labor Day holiday. For YouTube, we are at 3 million impressions.•Theoverall average view rate for our videos was 61.89 percent, which is over two times higher than the national average (27.70 percent) and is over our benchmark of 45 percent.
• The cost per view was 1¢, which is 3¢ lower than the industry average (4¢), allowing us to reach more consumers compared to other brands.
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• The objective of this campaign is to leverage the new BIWFD Summer Romo creative assets to inspire consumers in the Southeastern a board member for the organization. The event featured sessions designed to help ag communicators be more effective and “sharpen our saw” with current information to better engage our audiences. was a great combination. Hosted by Brown’s Farm Ridge meats, the meal featured local foods with beef as the center of the plate. Our friends at N.C. Sweetpotato Commission sponsored the event, which brought close to two hundred people there. Last year we began a partnership with Campbell University’s football program to feature beef as a necessary part of their athlete’s diets. Campbell University’s football program dietitian helped to explain beef’s role in optimal recovery and how it positively impacts muscle protein synthesis. We are glad to share the benefits of beef with the team by providing beef jerky after their fall training camp workout. The players were excited to enjoy the convenience of beef and its nutritional benefits while reaching their goals. We look forward to their best seasonTheyet!first ever Dinner in the Gap was held in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. A benefit which brought together chefs and farmers while supporting F.A.R.M. café in Boone We appreciate Brown’s Farm Ridge for including us and putting together such a quality event. When farmers, consumers, and chefs are together, the story of production agriculture is easy to share.
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By JOHNNY R. ROGERS Amazing Grazing Program Coordinator Historically, cattle production has been part of the commodity-based agriculture industry, where producers market their cattle to entities for further processing and marketing. This system is very efficient and produces safe, low cost food for consumers. Unfortunately, this approach offers the cattle producer little to no control over the market price. Therefore, lowering production costs becomes a key strategy for improving profitability. Profits can be increased by improved production at the same cost or by maintaining production at a lower cost. It is common for producers to achieve better profits with both lower production and lower costs. Therefore, finding a balance between output (i.e., number of calves sold, weaning weight, etc.) and inputs (feed, labor, etc.) should become the target for cattle producers.
First, we should have realistic goals for herd performance. For example, if you have a 90 percent conception rate in a 60-90 day breeding season, should you purchase an input to increase to 95 percent conception? The answer can be determined by calculating the value of the extra calves minus the total cost of the input. The optimal performance target will vary between herds as market prices and input costs change. Most folks consider the input cost but not the cost of “inputting.” Inputting is the additional cost of an input above the item itself. A feeding program should consider the feed price plus labor, storage, and equipment used. Considering all costs will give you a clear view of the value created by the practice. As we reduce feed inputs, we may start to see cattle fallout (i.e., open cows, etc.) because they cannot perform within our new program. This is normal, and we must evaluate/adjust our herd’s genetics for future success. Aligning your herd’s genetics with your new production goals - Growth traits (BW, WW, YW, and Milk) have been a major focus for U.S. cattle producers. The result is increased beef production overall and greater revenue in most cases. The increase in growth is even more impressive when you consider the improvement in carcass quality (marbling) during the same period. The feeding and packing segments like the
While I believe cattle producers should have a “war on costs” by eliminating unneeded operational expenses, care must be taken when pulling inputs from our cattle operations. Complex interactions occur throughout the cattle production chain, and we should carefully observe the impact of our management decisions. Taking a slow, methodical approach to input reduction will avoid large variations in production while working toward the long term goal of lower costs. Adjusting your feeding program to your new production goals - The current rise in input costs has led many producers to explore reducing the level of purchased inputs used in their operations. Since feed is the major expense in livestock production, it will draw the most attention when cost cutting. Reducing or eliminating feed expenses seems logical. However, we must remember the correlation between our feeding programs and reproduction. Restricting nutrition can lower reproductive performance. Most have heard the saying, “You can’t starve a profit into a cow herd,” and I agree with that statement. However, you cannot spend your way into profitability either. Building a sound cow/calf nutrition program should start with grazing management and hay analysis. Improving pasture nutritional value and the number of grazing days will go a long way in reducing production costs. Taking hay samples for forage analysis is an underutilized practice that can reduce feed costs. A forage analysis will reveal forage deficiencies (if any) and determine if supplemental energy and/or protein is needed. Cattle producers can work with their Livestock Agent or a nutritionist to formulate a least cost ration. Body condition scoring can monitor and adjust the nutrition program. Another cornerstone for cattle production is a good free choice mineral program. There are many quality minerals available in our area. Some offer a basic formulation, while others are more elaborate, and the price range is substantial. A basic mineral will meet the needs of most herds. Monitor mineral intake to determine if consumption is adequate. Now that we have a sound nutrition program for our herd and we can pursue other cost control measures; how can we continue to lower our feed input costs?
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Lower production costs with better grazing management. Select cows that thrive on your forage and require minimal inputs. genetic focus on growth traits because their production unit is the animal itself (feeder cattle) and better performing cattle allow them to add more pounds per unit to cover their costs. Unfortunately, larger feeder cattle mean larger heifers being retained as replacements and increased mature cow size. This becomes a problem because cow/calf producers operate on a fixed land base. Thus, their production unit is an acre of land (similar to grain farmers). Their success is derived from how efficiently they can capture the value created by their land’s forage production. Bigger cows (and heavier milking cows) consume more forage, and cow/calf systems can become overstocked with more feed demand than their land can produce. Overgrazed pastures lead to more harvested forages and supplements being required. This leads to poor pasture conditions, degraded soil health, increased costs, and lower profitability. The quickest and least practical way to change your herd’s genetics is to sell the current herd and purchase lower input cows. This is difficult and expensive. A better approach is to start by evaluating and adjusting the stocking rate, and this could involve selling some cows. Try to sell the larger cows that wean a low percentage of their body weight. The next step is to examine your bull battery. Do they have the traits to build the low input herd you desire? If not, find a seedstock provider who raises cattle the way you want to raise cattle and purchase bulls from him/her. Remember, you are only buying genetics when you buy a bull. You are not buying the farm environment and management he came from. Bull purchases are very important, especially if you are keeping replacements. When choosing herd replacements, evaluate your heifer calf crop and select replacements that fit your new production system. Heifers born early in the calving season and from proven, moderate sized, older cows are great candidates. Stay focused on the goal to maximize profits (not production) and remember to consider both revenue and expenses. Reducing inputs slowly will allow you to select cattle that fit your new system. Cattle genetic change is a slow process. Thus, the change to low input production needs to happen gradually. In addition, the economics associated with the level of input is different for every operation. Some operations may need to feed little to no hay, while others may be most profitable feeding hay for 60-90 days annually. Every operation must analyze its unique situation and find the best outcome. This is one of the many great things about the cattle business. We can all pursue what we enjoy and build successful operations. Good luck and good grazing!
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C 3 and C 4 Plants - Plants can be classified through the type of carbon compound that is produced during photosynthesis. Many grazing plants and crops are C3 type plants; this means that during photosynthesis, a C 3 plant produces a three carbon atom compound and the C4 plant produces a four carbon atom compound (SERC, 2018) . The location and weather of your beef cattle operation will determine if C3 or C4 plants will be beneficial. “In high light and temperature environments, C4 plants tend to be more productive than C 3 plants,” (SERC, 2018) . Some C 4 plants include corn, switchgrass, sorghum, and millet (SERC, 2018). It is important to consider the different types of plants to include on your pasture as well as the type of grazing system you plan to manage.
Figure 2: Process of Photosynthesis (Science and Technology Concepts Middle School, 2022.)
Types of Grazing/Pasture Management - On a beef cattle operation, one of the most common types of grazing systems used is a continuous system. The continuous system is when cattle graze the same pasture for the whole grazing season (Paige L. Stanely et al., 2018)
By EMMA BIAGIARELLI N.C. State University -- ANS 402 Beef Management
Figure 1: Breakdown of Carbon Sequestration (Climate Adaptation Science Centers, 2022.)
Benefiting the Beef Cattle Farmer
Carbon Sequestration: The Process - As stated before, carbon sequestration involves the removal of carbon from the atmosphere, which is then put back into the soil (Figure 1). There are different types of grasses that are the main player in this process. These grasses survive by the process of photosynthesis, where the plant takes in carbon dioxide through their leaves and converts it into oxygen gas (Figure 2). An important aspect of sequestering carbon is the ability of plants to hold carbon within their intricate and deep root systems. These deep roots reside within the soils in which there are carbon stocks present (Whitehead, David, 2020) . These stocks are comparable to water in a well. According to David Whitehead, “international observations suggest that soil carbon stocks can be increased by enhancing below ground carbon inputs from plants with deep roots, using swards with diverse species and moderate grazing rather than harvesting biomass” (Whitehead, David, 2020) Knowing how the plants’ root system works and being aware of the carbon stocks present can benefit the farmer in understanding the natural environment of the pasture. Now, let’s introduce C3 and C4 plants and how knowing the difference between the two can be used as a tool in choosing plants on your pasture.
Over recent years, the beef cattle industry has been considered a major contributor to global climate change and, more specifically, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (Paige L. Stanley et al., 2018). This can sound alarming, especially for beef cattle farmers. However, farmers can help to reduce their emissions through the process of grazing. “Although grazing converts consumed plants into CO2 and other greenhouse gases, multiple studies have shown that grazing can often lower net ecosystem carbon emissions and promote soil carbon storage, especially in dry ecosystems” (Chen, W., 2015) The majority of beef cattle operations are constructed on a type of grazing/pasture based system. So how exactly can grazing help to reduce GHG emissions? Through the process of carbon sequestration on a pasture based system, beef cattle farmers might already be utilizing this method without knowing it. Carbon sequestration is a naturally occurring process where carbon is taken from the atmosphere and Figure 3: Difference between C3 and C4 Photosynthesis (Taub, D., 2010).
However, studies have found that this type of grazing has a negative impact on
Using Carbon Sequestration is stored in the soil (Climate Adaptation Science Centers, 2022) . Studies have found that not only can sequestration of carbon help to mitigate GHG emissions, but it can help to increase crop yields as well (Oldfield, E.E. et al., 2019). Let’s dive deeper into this.
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About the Have You Herd Article Series. Have You Herd article written as a portion of ANS 402 Beef Management course requirement at N.C. State University Department of Animal Science. The opinions of Emma Biagiarelli are not necessarily those of N.C. State University
The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 17 the farmer and their pasture through the regrowth and recovery of plants and the plant communities included in the pasture as well (Paige L. Stanely et al., 2018)
This study also found that the steers which grazed using the AMP system were finished 150 days sooner, and they weighed 99 kg heavier than the steers which used the continuous grazing system (Paige L. Stanely et al., 2018). While the AMP type grazing is not as common, it introduces a new and highly beneficial type of grazing to the beef cattle farmer. There is also the option of rotational grazing, which is more commonly recognized.
It’s not unusual for some of the auction customers to come up to me and say, “E.B., I have got credit lined up if I buy a tractor (or any other piece of equipment) here today and want to know if it will be alright if I mail you a check?” Having to wait a day or two for the funds to come through is part of the business, but they come within a couple of weeks most of the time. We had a sale a few months back, and the customer came to me and asked if he bought the tractor, could he have Farm Credit mail the check. I told him we could make it happen. The sale proceeded, and he bought the tractor he was interested The Sealed EnvelopeLetter in. He went to the office and signed all the papers and told us Farm Credit would mail the Sometimescheck. deliveries of these checks are after dark, and if we are in the house, we occasionally don’t hear the delivery truck at the office. This particular night we had just finished eating, and Anne saw some lights come in the yard and go out towards the shop. She said one of the men must have left something and came back to get it. We did not think anymore about it at the time. The next morning when Anne went out to the office, she found an envelope from the delivery truck out in the yard. Joe, the check eating Catahoula.
Many studies have illustrated the advantages to having a rotational grazing system within the pasture, “rotational grazing increases grazing efficiency to 65 percent in well managed, controlled grazing rotations,” (Beck, P., 2021). The type of beef cattle operation owned will determine how the rotational grazing system will be integrated onto a farm. It has been recommended to have “at least 4 paddocks with a 7 day grazing event and a 21 day rest for each grazing cycle” (Beck, P., 2021) . Choosing a grazing system and the grasses/forages, you plan to have on your operation will all help to determine whether your farm is actively working to sequester carbon into the soil. Having a well managed and diverse pasture system to incorporate carbon sequestration onto a farm will help to increase crop yields, decrease GHG emissions, and keep the cattle’s bellies full.
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We have a dog named Joe that’s still in the puppy chewing stage. If I have ever had a dog that loved to chew more than this one, I don’t remember it. She is a chewing machine. Some of her favorites are chewing up aluminum cans or a bag of cattle ear tags. On this occasion, she had gotten hold of the cardboard envelope that evidently the carrier left in the chair outside the door instead of putting it in the mailbox at the office and had chewed it into several pieces. We could tell that there was a check in there, and it was from Farm Credit. Anne pieced it all together, and we found out whose it was, what sale it was off of, and where the funds needed to be coming from. Anne called Farm Credit and told them what had happened to the check and asked them to send us another check. You have probably heard the saying that the dog ate my homework, and I am sure there are many reasons why people have to cut another check, but I think this is the first time for the reason that the puppy got the check.
By E.B. HARRIS
or Dr. Carrie Pickworth. References Beck, P. (2021). Benefits of Rotational Grazing. Beef increaseImprovedrotational-grazingwww.beefmagazine.com/beef/benefits-Magazine.Chen,W.,Huang,D.,Liu,N.etal.grazingmanagementmaysoilcarbonsequestrationin temperate steppe. Sci Rep 5, 10892 (2015). doi.org/10.1038/srep10892 Climate Adaptation Science Centers. (2022, March 3). Biological Carbon Sequestration. USGS: Science for A Changing World. images/biological-carbon-sequestrationwww.usgs.gov/media/ Oldfield, E. E., Bradford, M. A., and Wood, S. A.: Global meta-analysis of the relationship between soil organic matter and crop yields, SOIL, 5, 15–32, doi. org/10.5194/soil-5-15-2019, 2019 Paige L. Stanley, Jason E. Rowntree, David K. Beede, Marcia S. DeLonge, Michael W. Hamm. Impacts of soil carbon sequestration on life cycle greenhouse gas emissions in Midwestern USA beef finishing systems, Agricultural Systems, Volume 162, 2018, Pages 249-258, ISSN 0308-521X, doi.org/10.1016/j. agsy.2018.02.003Scienceand Technology Concepts Middle School. What is Photosynthesis, Smithsonian Science Education Center, 2022. 2571-581X,FoodCarbonofKnowledgeDioxideAtmosphericsupply/student_materials/1167edu/integrate/teaching_materials/food_forInterdisciplinaryPhotosynthesis.photosynthesisssec.si.edu/stemvisions-blog/what-SERC.(2018.)C3andC4InTeGrate:TeachingaboutEarthaSustainableFuture.serc.carleton.Taub,D.(2010)EffectsofRisingConcentrationsofCarbononPlants.NatureEducation3(10):21Whitehead,David.ManagementGrazedLandscapestoIncreaseSoilStocks,FrontiersinSustainableSystems,Volume4,2020,ISSNwww.frontiersin.org/ article/10.3389/fsufs.2020.585913
A study illustrated the benefits of the adaptive multi-paddock (AMP) grazing system. The AMP grazing system “applies an adaptive strategy that incorporates short grazing intervals with relatively high animal stocking densities, which are designed to allow plant recovery, promoting optimal plant communities and protecting soils” (Paige L. Stanley et al., 2018). Essentially, this type of system can help to increase soil carbon sequestration.
The best I can conclude is, parents and their children will have to jointly decide.
The relative size of older teenagers (aged 16-19) will decline, and in many states, the absolute number of 16-19-yearolds will also shrink. This means there will be even fewer young individuals available for work, suggesting that firms will continue to turn to older workers, immigrant workers, and – increasingly – to technology and automation. We’re already seeing more technology and automation being used in sectors like hospitality and food service. Yet this still leaves the second question – whether it’s good or bad that fewer youths in their late teens and early 20s are receiving the experiences of, and lessons from, working for pay. I think my early jobs were valuable for me both then and later in life. But every situation and individual are different, and every decision involves both benefits and costs.
By DR. MIKE WALDEN William Neal Reynolds Distinguished Professor Emeritus N.C. State University
You Decide: Should We Worry About Fewer Youth Working? For many people, reaching a certain age causes them to think more about their past life. For me, that age was 70. Since attaining that milestone, I find myself thinking more about my seven decades, particularly the early ones. With all the changes in the labor market in recent years, I’ve been remembering my early days of working. Even before I could legally work for pay, I had chores around my parents’ house and odd jobs. One was picking up nails on construction sites where my father worked. I think I received a penny per nail. My official entry into the workforce was at age 16, when I took a job at a fast food restaurant. I worked there a couple of months before finding a better paying job at a furniture warehouse. I stayed there for six years, working half time during my remaining high school years and four years in undergraduate college. In the summers I worked a full, 40 hour week.Looking back, I think I learned valuable lessons from my introduction to work, including taking orders, being punctual, cooperation, performing undesirable tasks – like cleaning garbage cans - and interacting with strangers. At the time, I didn’t understand their importance, but now I truly think my restaurant and warehouse jobs contributed to my success later in my life. Between 1950-1990, the percentage of youths aged 16-19 who were working or actively looking for work ranged –with a few exceptions – between 45-55 percent. Or, stated another way, around half of 16-19-year-olds were in the labor force.But in the 20 year period from 1990-2010, the percentage of working 16-19-year-olds plunged, bottoming out at close to 33 percent. Since then, there’s been little change. Some experts think the 16-19-year-old work rate will drop closer to 25 percent by 2030. What’s happened, and is it good or bad news that young people are working less?One big factor behind the lower work participation of young people is the growth in the importance of education. As the economy has changed and moved away from using human physical strength to using human cognitive abilities –especially for higher paying jobs – more young people have seen the need to graduate from high school and then attend college. But to attain the high school grades to first graduate and then be admitted to college, high schoolers may not want to take the time for a part time job. Indeed, the motivation to substitute study for work has extended into the summer. In 1980 only five percent of high school students aged 16-19 attended summer school. Recent data show 30 percent of 16-19-year-olds are now attending summer school. One economist found the increase in summer school attendance accounted for almost all of the decline in summer work by high schoolers. Then, once in college, student loans can reduce the need for a job to pay tuition and living expenses. Another factor is competition from other workers, particularly senior citizens and immigrants. The fastest growing demographic group in the country is individuals 65 and over. Some older individuals may decide to work just to keep busy, while others need employment to supplement their Social Security and other pension income. Senior citizens have been especially recruited by restaurants – notably fast food restaurants – where strenuous physical tasks are limited.Foreign immigration to the U.S. has surged in recent decades. For immigrants – especially males – with limited English language skills, jobs in construction have become attractive. Immigrants now account for 25 percent of the construction workforce. In the summer, construction jobs used to offer major employment options for 16-19-year-old males. Now many of those jobs are taken by others who work full time year round.
Interestingly, the decline in working youths has not been limited to our country. Countries with similar economies to the U.S., especially in Europe, have seen similar downward trends in paid work by young people. The reasons also appear to be the same: the increased focus on more education, and the employment alternatives provided by older individuals and immigrants. Our country’s declining birth rate will add another element to this story.
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You Decide: Should We Use Incentives to Attract Firms? North Carolina recently received some outstanding economic news. Our state was named “America’s Top State for Business” by a major national media organization. This is, indeed, a high honor. It recognizes the attractiveness of North Carolina to both national and international firms. Experts say the state’s labor supply, educational systems – especially universities and community colleges – competitive cost of living, and attractive weather and natural amenities are some of the reasons for our high business ranking. Yet there may be another factor at work – incentives. Incentives are a type of financial rebate to businesses that locate in North Carolina. Usually, they take the form of a reduction in taxes paid by the company over several years. The company still pays state taxes, but just less. The incentive packages can be big – even over a billion dollars – if the tax reductions last several decades. Local governments in North Carolina can also offer incentives, but they’re usually much smaller in dollar amount compared to the state’sRecentlyprograms.Italked to a local citizens group about incentives. Several
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You Decide!
As I was leaving the nursing home for what would be my last visit, she said to me, “Thanks for coming.” I turned to her and replied, “I’ll always come, Mom.” I cried all the way home.
Does this mean only incentives are important? Not at all. A business will have specific requirements for labor, skills, access to suppliers, access to buyers, transportation, and other factors.
Consider this example. Suppose the “Big Deal Company” is offered incentives worth $250 million over twenty years to come to North Carolina, and they accept. Is the North Carolina treasury in the hole for $250 million for the next twenty years?Not necessarily. If the new economic activity generated by the Big Deal Company creates $350 million of new state revenue potential during the next twenty years, then even including the incentives, North Carolina’s public revenue would be ahead by $100 million.
But how do we know if the Big Deal Company will be prosperous enough to pay $350 million to the state over 20 years? Based on the company’s hiring and production plans, we could estimate their revenues, payroll, and other key factors to generate forecasts of what they would pay the state before incentives. Then we could compare those forecasts to the costs of incentives. If the forecasts of new revenues and spending savings are greater than the incentives, then using the incentives could bring a net gain to the state.Indeed, this is exactly what North Carolina does before offering incentives. For the past 20 years, the state has been using an economic model that predicts the benefits and costs of incentive packages. But some of you may be thinking –what if the model is wrong? What if, after receiving the incentives, the company doesn’t hire as many workers, produce as much output, and pay as much tax revenue to the Fortunately,state?North Carolina has thought of this possibility and includes “clawback” provisions in the incentives contract. If the company doesn’t meet the hiring number they claimed they would, the size of the incentives is reduced -”clawed back” - in proportion to the number of missed jobs. North Carolina has used this clawback provision several times. Of course, there’s always the possibility a company would have come to North Carolina without incentives. However, experience suggests this possibility may be slim. For example, recent records revealed that North Carolina was about to lose a large multi-hundred-million-dollar firm to another state because North Carolina’s incentives package was too small. The state increased the amount, and the firm announced they were coming to North Carolina.There’s much to dislike about incentives, and most people wish they wouldn’t be used. However, as North Carolina’s economy has been transformed in recent decades, with traditional industries like tobacco, textiles, and furniture downsizing and new sectors such as technology and pharmaceuticals rising, the state has strived to attract new companies so that good paying jobs can be offered to our workforce. Is it worthwhile to use incentives to accomplish this goal? You decide.
Let me provide the same answers in this column as I gave to the group. Incentives are used because they work. Business incentives were first offered by a few states in the 1930s, but they have significantly expanded in the last thirty years. In particular, large, wellknown companies bringing thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in economic activity will rarely consider locating in a state without incentives.
I went into this with the idea that my works would change her and that she would eventually see my worth. It never happened. What happened was I changed.
Research shows a business looking for a site will examine numerous locations across the country – and possibly even the globe – and then decide on a handful of sites that meet their requirements. The business will consider each of these two, three, four, or five locations as equal. It’s then the size of the offered incentives package that will create the winner.
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The gain could even be bigger if North Carolina is able to reduce spending on unemployment compensation and other economic support programs as a result of employment rising and unemployment falling.
By TAMMY BURTON Chaplain, Cowboys for Christ
Don’t fall into the world’s philosophies on dealing with difficult people and situations. There are rewards for the efforts. Withholding love and resources from others are not God’s will for us as his ambassadors. Get into the word and seek the Lord’s guidance.
I started to really understand how grace works, how I didn’t deserve the things God gives to me, and how he loves me despite my shortcomings. I remember telling my boss that the Lord was healing my heart, and when he was done, he would take her. I also remember telling my Mom after she went into a long term care facility that I would not abandon her. Even though I couldn’t continue to keep up with her failing health without help, I would be a phone call away and very present in her life. With Jesus in my heart, I was able to keep my promise to her. I had no desire to see her suffer or want to punish her. She was going through enough without me adding to it. I was overflowing with compassion for her! She was a believer but had such a fear of dying. I did my best to comfort her and remind her there is healing on the other side.Mom passed in July of 2021, and I was devastated. No — the apology never came, and the warm fuzzy moments didn’t happen, but I had Peace beyond all understanding, and I praise the Lord for giving me the strength to see her through.
Some may say states are being used by companies to provide them with more financial benefits. If so, then why don’t states just agree not to use incentives? There have been efforts to do this, but thus far they have failed. Why? Because even though incentives can be costly to states in terms of foregone tax revenues, they can still generate net benefits.
Forgiveness — what does it mean, and how do we do it? It means to release someone from the wrong they have committed against us and is probably the hardest thing we will ever be asked to do.
Forgiveness
Forgiveness is a decision, not a feeling. One day at a time, one hour at a time, one step at a time.
Philippians 4:13 - I can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens me.
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The only way it can be done is by getting God in the middle of it. I had to learn to forgive my mother for her indifference toward me as a child, for the abuse I suffered at the hands of her then-husband without any protection from her, and for the blame she put on my small shoulders. I spent many, many years with pent up anger and would imagine her in a helpless state where I could hold back help and support from her, just as she had held it back from me. I wanted her to suffer like I had. The problem with that was that I had found the Lord as a very young child and understood the Honor Thy Father and Thy Mother commandment found in Exodus 20:12. There were no disclaimers or ifs and buts. How could God ask this of his children? I left home at an early age, and my life went through a lot of twists, turns, and mistakes. My mother was in my life, but not in my life. I had children of my own, but she was busy making bad decisions in her own life and didn’t embrace being a grandmother. Years passed, and nothing changed in our relationship. It wasn’t until meeting up with Cowboys For Christ at a retreat years later that the Lord opened my eyes to my feelings toward her. I resented her, but I also loved her and desperately wanted her to love me. At this point, her health was failing, and my siblings let it be known that they would not be shouldering any responsibility for her or even be a part of her life. For ten years, I took her to doctor’s appointments, sat at the hospital while she was ill or having a procedure, moved her to places where she thought she would be happier, took her shopping, and did things to try and make her happy. Rarely was there a thank you, and her wants and needs grew. I battled the resentment daily! I wanted something in return! Validation, respect, love!
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Managing Your Cow Herd’s Fall and Winter Nutritional Needs
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I’ll lead with I am not a nutritionist by training, and if I hit my mark, this article isn’t about assessing specific nutritional needs and meeting those unique needs. Those are certainly important operational goals but best left to individual operations and their support networks. This article is geared towards encouraging a systems approach to identifying and securing resources to help meet the needs of your cow herd. If you’ve had a spring and summer like we have had in the piedmont region of South Carolina, your traditional approaches may look a little different this season. Drought, heat, and sporadic rains have impacted your current forage volume and the availability of high quality hay resources, which are our primary sources of cow herd nutrition for the fall and winter seasons.Ifyou don’t have much of an attention span like me, I’ll save you some time and hit the highlights.
Evaluating alternative feedstuffsAs stated earlier, I am not a nutritionist, but I must believe those guys and gals have support groups to assist with all the “alternative” feed questions they receive. By far, my favorite byproduct question came from a producer asking about the safety of feeding a byproduct to his herd that, as he was talking with me, offered up that he had been feeding for over six months already. “Yes, sir, I feel comfortable saying at this point, it’s safe.” While that’s not the point of this section, it is to suggest that byproducts, co-products, or alternative feedstuffs are just that. They are products that exist because of some other purpose other than animal nutrition. As mentioned in the earlier discussions about hay, thoroughly evaluate the actual cost for the nutrients you are purchasing (or moving, salvaging, etc.) and give thought to what logistics to secure, store, and feed will cost (and yes, practicality has a cost.) All too often, I have seen producers pay more for nutrients obtained in this manner rather than a more traditional one because of the perception of a good deal. Animal management - While most of the article is about evaluating options for feeding the cow herd, there are a few additional thoughts I feel compelled to mention as strategies to shift or lower seasonal nutritional needs. Early weaning is a proven strategy to reduce nutritional needs and cow herd condition. Studies consistently suggest that weaning at five months of age (or greater) requires little additional management than those calves we average weaning at seven months. This allows for more targeted nutrition to be delivered to those calves for weaning, pre-conditioning, and stockering phases. Calving seasons have been talked about for as long as I have been in this business, and some producers have them, and others don’t. I get it. Bulls are a challenge to separate and house for the 9+\- months of the year when they are not with the cow herd. So, I’ll not give you the lecture on all the reasons you should. I’ll just gently remind you that your management, targeted nutrition, and general sanity can all be positively influenced by having a calving season. If you are ready to take the leap of faith. Reach out to your local Extension professional. They have some awesome strategies to get you started. I’ll finish up with this one. It is not a short term solution. This is the old story where an older member of society plants a tree that, ultimately, someone else will sit in the shade of that tree. Our industry has genetic selection tools that allow you to select for more efficient animals. Data from feed intake systems have allowed for individual animal intake paired with growth performance to generate values that allow for cattle managers to select animals that can do more with less. As you pair these phenotypic observations with genomically enhanced EPDs, we are finding significant differences in beef (and dairy) animals to add pounds of milk and muscle with less nutritional inputs than their contemporaries. Imagine how that may impact your annual cow carrying costs. How cool is that?
• There are animal management strategies to minimize the economic impacts of short term drought and its effects on forage resources. Early weaning, calving season management, and selection for more efficient animals can all have positive economic effects.
Typically, there is available hay somewhere. You and a sharp pencil will have to determine how trucking, fuel costs, and logistics can come together to have hay brought to your location. I often hear hay producers cite the make and model of their baler, and while I’m sure that matters, you will need to be able to translate that into how many tons of hay are being hauled in. Bale weights vary based on forage type, crop conditions, moisture, and density. Long story short, your cow herd will need a specific poundage (of dry matter) of hay to eat daily and not a set number of bales. Second, a hay analysis is worth it. If you think bale weights can vary, spend a little time in a hay analysis laboratory. Trust me, the quality can vary even more. Keep the pencil sharp and understand what nutrients are being purchased when you source your hay. Very few “bales” of hay will meet all the nutritional needs of a cow herd. Some nutrients lend themselves to being supplemented more economically than others and often more conveniently. We can often supplement large volumes of low quality hay with small quantities of high quality hay. Baling your own hay - Consider how strategic crop inputs can impact the nutritional quality. Think how managing soil pH makes those expensive fertilizer bills a better investment. Talk yourself through the volume conundrum…you know, the one where victory is declared because you baled the most bales from an acre. Move your mindset to a nutrient based approach. This will require a forage analysis. I strongly encourage forage analysis for obvious reasons, but the sheer excitement your local Extension professional will find in a producer submitting samples is well worth the investment. Want to go above and beyond? Submit a soil sample(s) from your hay field…money well spent. Extend your grazing season - This portion of the article is not sponsored by your local equipment dealer. This is sponsored by the folks with sharp pencils that remember the slide that went something like this, “the cheapest way to deliver a unit of digestible nutrients to a cow (or any grazing animal) is by letting them harvest it themselves.” Assuming weather conditions and crop input prices allow, there are several proven strategies to increase the available forage for grazing going into the fall and winter management seasons. For those of us who come to terms with our primary cool season perennial being labeled as toxic, we can rest a little easier knowing that most of the bad in endophyte infected tall fescue is mitigated by using it in the late fall and winter. And assuming all other variables are held in check, you will notice quite a volume response to nitrogen fertilizer. You’ll just need a strategy to rest those pastures and give the grass time to stockpile. For those with more warm season options, you can get in on the stockpiling game as well…you’ll just need some more advanced supplementation strategies. I would apologize, but the professional doesn’t call your primary forage toxic. You can do your part to stay on the equipment dealer’s Christmas card list by considering adding some cool season annuals interseeded into your primarily warm season pastures and hay fields (hay fields can be grazed too.) You can do even better by spending some quality time with your spouse or children (or convincing your spouse and children) to manage the available grazing with portable fencing. Who doesn’t love a good game of “are you sure you turned the charger off?” Makes for lifelong memories and cheaper cow carrying costs.My guess is that for many producers in the Carolinas, you would be able to apply some aspects of both cool season perennial, warm season perennial, and cool season annuals management in a concerted effort to extend your grazing season and lower your supplemental feed costs.
By BRIAN BOLT, Ph.D., Clemson University
• Know that grazing is the cheapest way to feed a cow herd in most management systems.
Over the past several years, our personal operation has transitioned from making all our own hay to purchasing much of the hay we use. We are often able to identify periods of time where the rain, good weather, and affordable crop inputs create an attractive price on hay within a reasonable hauling distance. Let’s just suggest for the sake of discussion that this year isn’t one of them. So, what steps can be taken to manage through this challenge?
• You can’t manage what you can’t measure. Know what your own or purchased bales of hay weigh, what your storage and feeding losses are, and what the nutrient content will be. This, in turn, tells you what the cows will get access to use.
• Use a sharp pencil to evaluate any alternative sources of nutrition.
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Pulmonary Arterial Pressure - AGI geneticist Duc Lu spoke about Angus advancements in pulmonary hypertension. Measured by mean pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP), pulmonary hypertension is defined as high blood pressure in the lungs and the right side of the heart, often associated at elevations 5,000 feet or more above sea level. Through extensive research, the association and AGI officially released an EPD for PAP to help Angus breeders make better selection decisions. With the rapid advancement of DNA, AGI has explored approaches to improve the accuracy and breeding value of PAP prediction. The research found that haplotype, HapA, has the potential to help increase the accuracy of the PAP EPD for Angus breeders at high elevations to use as a valuable selection tool.Additionally, the current and former interns and external collaborators presented research conducted alongside the association.“Theresearch conducted by the association and AGI impacts the breed internationally,” Retallick-Riley said. “We continue these research efforts to better serve our membership and the
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Contact Kyle Mayberry 828-768-1956 • livestock@biltmore.com Angus genetic experts present to a world stage. Angus Genetics Inc. leaders discuss innovative genetic research. The importance of Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI ®) stretches far beyond running blood samples for Angus breeders. AGI strives to continuously research and develop worldwide, industry leading technology in efforts to increase the efficiency and profitability of the Angus breed.Association staff took their research beyond borders at the World Congress on Genetics Applied to Livestock Production (WCGALP) in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, on July 3-8. Three American Angus Association staff members, five current or former interns, and several external collaborators represented AGI at WCGALP, one of the largest global livestock genetics events. “Angus had a strong presence at this year’s WCGALP,” said Kelli RetallickRiley, AGI President. “It’s crucial that we continue to be involved in these global conversations to keep Angus at the forefront of the industry.” Genomic Selection - AGI president, Kelli Retallick-Riley, discussed the evolution of genomic selection (GS). With GS rapidly evolving, providing accurate tools has become increasingly important. From multistep approaches to single step genomic testing methods, the improvement of this selection criteria and its predictability has proven to be an invaluable tool for the beef industry. Continued education about the value of GS, along with making it accessible, cost effective, and useful to make management decisions, will continue to increase awareness and uptake of GS in the future, she noted. Single Step Genomic Evaluation - After introducing single step genetic evaluations in 2017, the Angus breed has widely used this genomic selection method and has reached one million genotyped animals in its database. With such rapid adoption, questions arose about updating the original set of core animals to accurately represent the current whole genotyped population, plus what benefits and potential downsides may result by making such a change on a national scale. Andre Garcia, AGI geneticist, presented research that concluded changes in the set of core animals only marginally affected animal ranking.
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PANTHER CREEK FARMS John C. Smith, Jr. Pink JohnSmith3982@embarqmail.com252-526-1929Hill
WINSLOW GENETICS Ben & Kathleen Winslow bensbulls@gmail.com252-578-5487Halifax
Cortney is working closely with Sharon to begin the transition of the executive secretary duties. We want to thank Sharon for all she has done for our association during her tenure as our executive secretary and for working with Cortney to enable a smooth transition. Please join me in welcoming Cortney as our executive secretary! We look forward to the many contributions she will make to our association in the coming
SPRINGFIELD ANGUS Phil philgoodson2@gmail.com910-260-2899919-880-9062AlexGoodsonAskewLouisburg(Phil)(Alex) www.springfieldangus.com
4K FARMS/TARHEEL ANGUS Richard D. Kirkman, DVM Siler rdk.cefa@gmail.com919-742-5500City
TRIPLE LLL ANGUS Greg greg.little@ATImetals.com704-219-1294MonroeLittle
FOUR S FARMS Kim & Connie and Jason & Robin Starnes Luther Lyerlykim-4sfarms@carolina.rr.com704-640-5875SalisburyManager
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H&H FARMS Buddy & Jennifer Hamrick - Owners Bly Hamrick - Manager Boiling jennham@bellsouth.net704-472-1912Springs
Juniors awarded Angus Foundation scholarships and awards. Over $200,000 in scholarships awarded at 2022 National Junior Angus Show. An ambitious group of young cattlemen and women were awarded Angus Foundation scholarships at the 2022 National Junior Angus Show in Kansas City, Missouri. Students from across the country were recognized for their work in the classroom and commitment to the breed. “It’s very fulfilling to read through the applications knowing these students are future industry leaders,” said Jaclyn Upperman, executive director of the Angus Foundation. “It is clear these juniors hold the passion, tenacity, and enthusiasm to carry the breed for years to come.” A five member committee consisting of industry experts, Foundation board members, Angus breeders, and National Junior Angus Association board members evaluate the applications. The committee considers involvement, participation, leadership, service, career goals, and other criteria set forth in the scholarships’ fund“Yearagreements.after year, Angus donors continue to invest in the next generation of Angus breeders,” Upperman said. “It is because of their support the Foundation can offer these opportunities to junior members.”
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VANDEMARK ANGUS Keaton & Janie Vandemark Spring keaton@vandemarkfarms.com252-885-0210Hope WINDY HILL FARMS, LLC Michael A. Moss Will MossRamseurManager 336-549-0070 (Mike); 336-460-7451 (Will) michaelmoss@rtmc.net
GENTRY HOMEPLACE ANGUS Howard & Donna Gentry whgentry@windstream.net336-413-6698King
The Executive Committee and Board of Directors are pleased to announce that Cortney Holshouser has accepted the role of Executive Secretary of the N.C. Angus Association effective September 1.
Cortney’s passion for the Angus breed and her leadership, service, and many contributions to both the N.C. Angus Association and the American Angus Association will be strong assets for our association. She has served as advisor of the N.C. Junior Angus Association, president of the N.C. Angus Auxiliary, chairwoman of the American Angus Auxiliary Public Relations Committee, chairwoman of the American Angus Auxiliary Full Circle Online Auction, and president of the American Angus Auxiliary. Cortney’s “all in” and “get it done” reputation will be important as she works on behalf of our membership to accomplish our strategic goals.
455 GORE FAMILY ANGUS Mark & Lori Gore Tabor 455goreangus@gmail.com702-401-8005Citywww.455farms.com
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HARWARD SISTERS Brooke, Marcie, & Mattie Harward Richfield 704-322-9770 (Brooke) 704-322-5201 (Marcie); 704-322-0831 (Mattie) harwardsisters@gmail.comwww.harwardsisters.com
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LANE ANGUS Roger & Bundy Lane Bundy LaneGatesManager 252-398-7705 (Bundy); 252-398-7719 (Miranda) 252-357-1279 (Office) laneangusbeef@gmail.combundylane@hughes.netwww.laneangusbeef.com
WOOD ANGUS FARM, LLC Russell Wood Willow rwood4400@gmail.com919-275-4397Springwww.woodangus.com Sharon Rogers NCAA Executive 336-583-9630Secretary Email: Website:ncaa.sec@gmail.comwww.ncangus.org
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MikeThanks,years!Moss,
HILL ANGUS FARM Dr. Gary M. gmhill@uga.eduHendersonvilleHill229-848-3695
Cortney graduated from N.C. State University with a B.S. degree in Extension Education and is actively involved with her family in Hope Cattle Services, a farm with 100 purebred and commercial cattle located in Castalia, North Carolina. A key focus of the farm is providing recips and management of embryo transfer calves for clients.
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BACK CREEK Joe & Robin Hampton Mt. Ulla 704-880-2488 (Joe); 704-880-3572 (Robin)
SMITH CREEK ANGUS FARM Marty & Lynne Rooker mrooker@mrookerlaw.com252-213-1553Norlina
GRAGG FARMS Paul, Chris, & David Gragg Boone 828-268-4136 (Paul); 828-268-4137 (Chris) 828-268-4135 (David)
• Howard & JoAnne Hillman/ Bon View Farms - National Scholarship –$1,000 - Lynae Bowman of Germanton, N.C.• Ed & Wilma Minix/Black Witch Farm Angus Youth Scholarship – $3,000 - Marcie Harward – Richfield, N.C. • Cory Watt Memorial Scholarship –$2,000 - Mattie Harward – Richfield, N.C.
• DeEtta Wood Memorial Scholarship – $1,750 - Mary Wood –Willow Springs, N.C. Angus Foundation silent auction raises over $17,000 at 2022 National Junior Angus Show. Annual silent auction raises record setting funds to support Angus Foundation’s mission.
The Association also provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers, and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about Angus cattle and the American Angus Association, visit www.angus.org
The Angus Foundation recently held its annual silent auction in conjunction with the 2022 National Junior Angus Show in Kansas City, Missouri. The auction hit record setting heights, raising over $17,000 in unrestricted funds to aid the Foundation’s mission of supporting education, youth, and research for the Angus breed. For the first time, the auction was available online via the auction platform Angus Live. Funds raised will support numerous scholarships, conferences, and research projects.“It’s incredible to see the generosity of our Angus family when looking at the impressive list of items donated,” said Jaclyn Upperman, Angus Foundation executive director. “We were excited to make this annual event available online this year.”Thesilent auction was open July 5-9 and featured 148 sale lots, ranging from historical Angus artifacts to event ticket packages. With a variety of items donated by generous Angus enthusiasts, the auction offered something for everyone. Through the support of AngusLive.com, the online platform encouraged bidding both from show attendees in Kansas City and those at home. LEAD 2022 – Angus takes the Triple Crown. Angus juniors attend LEAD conference in Lexington, Kentucky. National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) members gathered from all corners of the country for the Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conference on July 28-31 in Lexington, Kentucky. Juniors experienced a weekend full of farm tours and leadership workshops while making lifelong connections within and beyond the Angus community.TheLEAD conference is designed to expose NJAA members to different parts of the industry by visiting new regions of the country every year. This year, juniors learned about the agriculture industry in Kentucky and related career opportunities. Additionally, juniors grew their leadership skills through workshops and engaged in networking activities. The weekend kicked off with break out sessions led by the National Junior Angus Board that challenged attendees to be bold leaders through interactive games and workshops. Juniors also visited Boyd Beef Cattle and Branch View Angus, where members learned about different cattle operations, freeze branding, and how to use electronic identification in cattle. James Coffey of Branch View Angus emphasized the advantage juniors have by being raised in the cattle industry. “Whether you stay in the industry or you go into something different, you will always have an agriculture background that will serve you the rest of your life,” Coffey said. “I encourage every NJAA member to leverage that agriculture upbringing to future success.” Attendees were also introduced to a variety of industries in the state, covering careers within and beyond the cattle sector. The group visited the Keeneland racetrack, Blue Grass Stockyards, Hallway Feeds, and Tarter Industries. Tours provided valuable learning opportunities that showed juniors different facets of the agriculture industry.
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Since 1998, The Angus Foundation has awarded more than $4.2 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships. For more news, information, and to support the mission of the Angus Foundation, visit www.angusfoundation. com. A list of scholarship winners from North Carolina follows.
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The LEAD conference wrapped up with speaker A’ric Jackson who spoke about different leadership styles and the importance of using individual strengths to make an impact. As attendees reflected on the eventful week, former NJAB Chairman Alex Cozzitorto reminded the group of the value of attending the LEAD conference.“Byattending the LEAD conference, you are investing in learning the leadership skills that are going to put you ahead in life and help you become future industry leaders,” Cozzitorto said. The LEAD conference provides priceless educational and leadership experiences to young cattlemen and women thanks to the support of the Angus Foundation and generous Angus donors. About the Angus Foundation.
McMahan Farm & Hancock Angus Annual Registered Angus Bull Sale November 12, 2022 • 12:00 noon at the farm in Mocksville, N.C. Sons from these A.I. sires: Regiment • Peyton • Trailblazer Black Hawk • Niagara • Entice McMahan Farm Steven • Becky • Cassidy • Taylor • Blake 299 Applewood Road • Mocksville, NC 27028 336-998-2695 (home) • 336-909-1494 (cell) *All bulls will have passed a BSE exam before the sale* * Bulls are forage fed with little supplement* FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF FFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF Hancock Angus Mark Hancock • 336-909-1082 (cell)
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Established as a 501(c)(3) organization in 1980, the Angus Foundation remains focused on its mission to support Angus education, youth, and research. The organization has distributed more than $3.9 million in youth scholarships since 1998 and has also invested more than $1.3 million in beef cattle research in the past Fordecade.more information, contact the Angus Foundation at 816-383-5100. Angus Means Business. The American Angus Association ® is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving more than 25,000 members across the United States, Canada, and several other countries. It’s home to an extensive breed registry that grows by more than 300,000 animals each year.
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Verility Inc., led by co-founder and CEO Liane Hart, has closed Series A funding worth $3.5 million. The round was led by Mountain Group Partners of Nashville, Tennessee, and includes a previous investment from Purdue Foundry. Verility has created a global platform called Fertile-Eyez™ that provides fertility analysis products that enable livestock producers and breeders to accelerate reproductive performance. It provides accurate, simple, and cost effective analysis to predict ovulation phase and sperm quality at the point of care. The company has licensed the intellectual property from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, a nonprofit teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, where it was originally created and validated in humans. Hart said improving sperm analysis and improving ovulation detection for animal breeding are two of the most important ways to meet the critical need for more edible meat protein. She said conception rate is known to be highly correlated with producer profitability and food“Thesustainability.SeriesAfunding will allow us to develop our product for swine producers and breeders in a major segment of production,” she said. “The investment will allow us to reach the point of preparing for commercialization, which we anticipate in late 2023. It’s extremely exciting to have the ability to bring automated mobile breeding technologies into a segment of the animal health industry that normally does not see much innovation.”
Rob Readnour, managing director at Mountain Group Partners, said Verility complements the group’s investment portfolio. Its investment in Verility’s Series A funding round aligns with the group’s overall goals. “Mountain Group Partners is excited to bring our expertise in animal health to help Verility develop the Fertile-Eyez technology to allow swine producers to be more productive through improved reproductive performance,” he said. “Producers are facing challenges from rising input costs and labor shortages only exasperated by the pandemic. They need innovation like Fertile-Eyez to help them meet the important mission of producing
Life selected Verility as one of its top agriculture technology companies in Indiana earlier in 2022. Hart recently participated in Purdue Foundry’s Women in Entrepreneurship Panel and AgriNovus Indiana’s Quadrant event for ag bioscience entrepreneurs.
Verility Chief Financial Officer Brian Kopp said, “We are extremely pleased that more investment is finding its way into animal health innovation to bring more efficiency to animal production. We have a real opportunity to make significant improvement in animal fertility, an area where more innovation is needed.”
Ag Tech Startup Verility Closes $3.5 Million Series A Funding Round animal protein in a sustainable way.” Hadi Shafiee, faculty member at the Division of Engineering in Medicine and Renal Division of Medicine at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Harvard Medical School, said artificial intelligence assistive tools will play an important role in the path toward transforming traditional agriculture to precision agriculture.
Verility received $100,000 as one of two winners of the Purdue Ag-Celerator, an agriculture innovation fund, in January 2022. Riley Gibb, director of business development at Purdue Foundry, said the company is a strong example of startups that bring Purdue supported innovations to the“Lianemarket.Hart is one of many high quality entrepreneurs bringing Purdue supported startups to market,” he said. “Verility and other companies are already making an impact in plant sciences and animalFuturologysciences.”
“The proprietary, A.I. enabled, smartphone based platform technology that my lab has created has broad applications in precision animal health and breeding,” he said. “This Series A funding will help us to commercialize our first A.I. enabled product for accurate, affordable, and real time ovulation prediction in swine.”
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PAGE 30 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 SPRINGFIELD ANGUS Bull Sale Phil Goodson - 919-880-9062 (cell) Alex Askew - 910-260-2889 Email - philgoodson2@gmail.com December 10, 2022 • 12:00 noon 104 Springfield Lane • Louisburg, NC 27549 SPRINGFIELD ANGUS For a complete listing or additional information, contact Springfield Angus. Please visit .www.springfieldangus.com Featuring: 40 Yearling Bulls 30 Two-Year-Old Bulls Performance Tested • Ultrasound and 50K Evaluated Registered Angus Bulls Certified Angus Beef news
Certified Angus Beef and Ducks Unlimited Work Together to Preserve Working Grasslands. Unique partners collaborate to showcase the environmental benefits of cattle production. Grass and water. These are the essential elements in beef production — the same resources vital to healthy waterfowl populations. Productive agriculture and conservation go hand in hand.That’s why Certified Angus Beef announced a collaboration with Ducks Unlimited at the 2021 Angus Convention in Fort Worth, Texas. Together, the two organizations assembled half a million dollars to launch the Working Grasslands Conservation Initiative, helping unlock an additional $2.5 million in grants to fund the initiatives’ work over the next three years.Supporting economic and environmental stewardship, this project allows cattlemen to lean on the technical expertise of Ducks Unlimited personnel through voluntary, cost sharing programs focused on preserving and restoring grasslands important to cattle ranching, duck populations, and our climate in the Northern Great “Together,Plains.wecan deploy more voluntary, incentive based programs that work for the Angus rancher while advancing carbon sequestration, clean water, and biodiversity,” says Bruce Cobb, executive vice president of production for Certified Angus Beef. The three year initiative includes financial and technical assistance to interested landowners, notes Billy Gascoigne, Director of Agriculture and Strategic Partnerships for Ducks Unlimited.“This collaborative work rallies around ranchers facing growing challenges while being the stewards of our remaining grasslands and wetlands in some of our most priority landscapes,” he says. “We see ranchers trying to keep improving how they produce cattle while remaining economically viable. We want to make sure they have the resources needed and help elevate the critical role of livestock in preserving this critical habitat.” “Certified Angus Beef is committed to demonstrating the benefits of beef production beyond a great steak,” Cobb says. “Healthy ecosystems come along as a byproduct of raising the best tasting beef.”Third generation ranchers from the James River Valley in Glenfield, N.D., agree.Brothers Justin and Nathan Spickler made good use of Ducks Unlimited cost share programs; each run their own Angus seedstock herds and grow forage crops. “We live in the area where the tall and short grass prairies meet,” Justin says. “It’s great grass and very productive, with a wide species variety so we can raise heavy calves without supplemental feed.” That makes Spickler pastures a perfect symbiotic habitat for waterfowl and Angus Waterfowlcattle.nest upland and need grass to procreate, sometimes miles from the nearest water. Justin linked with Ducks Unlimited in 2017 and Nathan in 2019 on similar projects. They cost shared fencing and built water tanks supplied by solar energy, as well as grazing cover crops. “By starting in our rye, we hit native grass about a month later than normal,” Nathan says. “It allowed us to rest our grasses way more than what we could otherwise in the drought.” Justin appreciates the common ground: “Improvement of range land helps us both,” he says. “This is a good relationship — helping people raise Angus beef. It’s a win for both.” Often called the most endangered ecosystem in North America, the tallgrass prairie offers valuable, resilient carbon storage. One of the best ways to maintain these vital grasslands are through livestock integration on family farms and ranches.“These lands are more sustainable now and in the future when they are being stewarded by ranchers grazing livestock,” Gascoigne says. “Our conservation staff live in these same communities and are vested in developing programs that meet local needs. We sit down at the kitchen tables with farm families and identify solutions through fencing, water development, cover crop seeding, soil health evaluations, and rotational grazing to make better grass and wetland conditions.”ThePrairie Pothole Region (PPR), which extends far into Canada, stretches in the U.S. from northwest Montana to central Iowa and hosts more than 4 million ducks in its grass biomes. Historically, half to as much as 80 percent of North American waterfowl utilize the PPR to nest and rear their young. This same region has been important to ruminant animals for centuries – first bison, now cattle. “We know these grasslands evolved with grazing animals — an important factor in rangeland and soil health,” Gascoigne adds. “Working in this landscape for 85 years, we recognize that proactive work with private owners — farmers and ranchers — lets us achieve a lot more win-wins at a scale important to the sustainability of waterfowl and cattle production.”Cattlemen often surround themselves with advisors and expertise outside their primary focus, Cobb says. It creates a team.“If you have a cattle operation, you have vets, nutritionists, risk managers, bankers, and tax accountants,” he notes. “Why not have somebody to help you understand the health of your land?”
The people at Ducks Unlimited understand conservation biology, rangeland health, and agronomy. Gascoigne adds, “We know less about how to drive value back to these ranchers so they can be economically sustainable for generations to come. The experience of Certified Angus Beef in this realm is what’s so powerful about this work: to have diversity within the sustainability views of economics — environmental, social and cultural.” Both organizations understand maintaining grasslands requires sustained ranching. The Working Grasslands Conservation Initiative is a unique partnership for a unique time, meeting the call of consumers while supporting family ranchers. About the Certified Angus Beef ® brand. World renowned for its exceptional quality and generous marbling, the Certified Angus Beef brand is the original brand of premium beef. Created in 1978, it is still owned today by family ranchers who are determined to bring the best Angus beef to the table. Ten exacting standards ensure superior taste and tenderness in every bite. Learn more at www.CertifiedAngusBeef.com
“The administration’s key justification for changing the habitat definition was that climate change is an extreme circumstance, and it demands drastic steps to protect species. This logic, however, simply doesn’t hold water for species and land management decisions today. In 1,000 years, the state of Florida might be covered in glaciers, but that does not mean it is ecologically appropriate to designate it today as polar bear habitat, just in case. Dealing in hypotheticals instead of evaluating current conditions on the ground gives the federal government a troubling degree of leeway to expand their authority and control more land in the name of preserving habitat that does not exist today,” Johannes said. Using the same argument that climate change warrants drastic measures for endangered species management, the Biden administration has also proposed a change to the “10(j)” rules that allow FWS to introduce nonessential experimental populations of listed species. The administration wants to alter the regulations to allow these species to be airdropped outside of their “historical range.” The administration’s reasoning is that climate change is drastically modifying endangered species’ habitat, and reintroducing those species in their historical range might no longer be feasible. Once again, this is an attempt to take as broad of an authority for FWS as possible and make decisions that are not in line with science based conservation efforts.Amid all these new rules and court decisions, NCBA has been identifying all the avenues in which we can push back against government overreach and continue to be a steadfast voice for science based, locally led species management.“Individually, these are poor decisions in their own right — but when you put them all together, it’s particularly troubling because they represent a multipronged push to expand the government’s reach in the name of wildlife species. That is a broader strategy that we are absolutely fighting back against,” JohannesWheresaid.possible, NCBA will be submitting comments to the federal agencies. NCBA is also exploring legislative solutions, like the ESA Flexibility Act introduced in the House of Representatives by Representative Pete Stauber (R-MN) and Representative Bruce Westerman (R-AR). This NCBA supported bill would provide flexibility to federal officials when managing species designated as “threatened” and allow them to permit continued human activities in the species’ range — like agriculture — in cases where it’s clear the species is not declining for manmade reasons. A key example of the need for this flexibility is the recently proposed listing of the Northern Long Eared bat, which is in decline due to a disease called White Nose“TheSyndrome.ESA Flexibility Act would allow land managers to continue doing critical forest management and fire prevention work in areas the bat inhabits, balancing the need to protect the species with the urgent need to ensure the health of broader forest and rangeland ecosystems,” Johannes said. Each day, NCBA shares the story that cattle producers are America’s original conservationists. Good conservation work is what ensures farms and ranches remain profitable and can be passed on to the next “Cattlegeneration.producers are at the center of so many success stories in endangered species recovery and sustainability as a whole,” Johannes said. “NCBA members expand and maintain habitat for everything from elk to birds to snakes to bats, and they need to be allowed to continue doing this work on both private and public lands. NCBA is proud to share these successes with policymakers in Washington as we advocate for commonsense ESA fixes. Our goal is to make sure that producers can focus on their families and operations — not worry about red tape and restrictions putting them out of business.”
Changes to ESA Implementation Signal Trouble for Cattle Producers
the Supreme Court’s decision in Weyerhaeuser Co. v. U.S. FWS. The court said that to be designated as critical habitat, an area of land must first be habitat for the species — not if conditions were changed, not at some hypothetical point in the future, but right now. By stripping that definition, the Biden administration has opened the door for expansive, illogical designations that are neither scientifically sound nor in the best interests of species.
The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 31 Since President Biden took office, some of the administration’s top targets for rollback and reform have been the Endangered Species Act (ESA) regulations that were finalized under the Trump administration. Recently, a series of final rules, proposed rulemakings, and court decisions have all pointed to a strategy of expanding federal control over land management decisions by expanding the federal footprint over species management — while restricting the flexibility that producers know is necessary for durable conservation work. “Some of the recent actions the administration has taken to expand their regulatory reach under the ESA were expected. We expected the Biden administration, for example, to attempt to expand the scope of what counts as potential habitat,” said Sigrid Johannes, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) and Public Lands Council (PLC) associate director of government affairs and federal lands. “However, some of these changes were unexpected. Actions like the immediate vacatur of three rules, essentially wiping them from the books overnight, create regulatory whiplash that is harmful to cattle producers and harmful to the wildlife they provide habitat for. Overreach under the ESA burdens producers and landowners, often without added benefit for endangered species.” In July, a federal judge in the Northern District of California remanded and vacated three ESA rules finalized during the Trump administration. That decision brought the return of the “blanket 4(d)” rule, which extends the same protections against taking to both threatened and endangered species. The court decision also removed the requirement for the Fish and Wildlife Services (FWS) to consider the economic impact of species listings or critical habitat designations. Finally, the ruling ended alternative consultation methods that had provided a variety of ways for federal agencies to consult with FWS or the National Marine Fisheries Service before taking action that could impact a listed species. The alternative consultation methods also included deadlines to encourage a more efficient process and provide greater certainty for both regulators and impacted producers, landowners, and communities. Earlier in June, the Biden administration repealed the Trump-era definition of “habitat.” This poses a problem for several reasons: the 2019 definition of habitat was formulated to bring FWS into compliance with
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6 Tips to Help Cattle Avoid Heat Stress
5. Minimize daytime movement, and haul during cooler temperatures. The most important thing during this extreme heat and humidity is to avoid handling cattle other than in the morning. Cattle produce heat on their own throughout their digestive process. They need evening and nighttime to cool back down.
6. Replenish lost nutrients. Important minerals like magnesium, potassium, and sodium can be depleted during sweat, evaporation, and even from the feces and urine of cattle. Supplementing cattle with electrolytes can benefit their health and performance.Keepthese tips in mind as we close out an incredibly warm summer and look forward to the coming fall temperatures –they’ll be more than welcomed, especially if we can see some moisture with it, too. Continue learning and keeping your animals healthy at ValleyVet.com. About Valley Vet Supply. Valley Vet Supply was founded in 1985 by veterinarians to provide customers with the very best animal health solutions. Building on over half a century of experience in veterinary medicine, Valley Vet Supply serves equine, pet, and livestock owners with thousands of products and medications hand selected by Valley Vet Supply Technical Service veterinarians and team of industry professionals. With an in-house pharmacy that is licensed in all 50 states and verified through the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP), Valley Vet Supply is the dedicated source for all things horse, livestock, and pet. For more information, please visit ValleyVet.com
3. Fly control is actually very important in the prevention of heat stress in cattle. Cattle that have a lot of flies on them tend to bunch up. If we can keep the fly pressure down, they won’t bunch up as much, helping them keep cool by encouraging air movement from the wind. We want to try to minimize the amount of time they stand bunched up like that. From an environmental fly control standpoint, frequently remove manure, damp and soiled hay, uneaten grain, and any other source of decaying organic matter in confinement areas. For pasture cattle, encourage water drainage and minimize decaying plant matter with cutting or burning. For a stress free fly control method, try self-applicator rubs like dust bags and back rubbers to provide cattle with regular insecticide application. Good fly control tremendously helps reduce heat and stress in cattle.
2. Provide shade and ample water. When you have high humidity and very little air movement through wind, it’s incredibly important cattle have shade to retreat to – whether in the form of tree cover out on pasture or shade structures, which are more commonly used on feedlots confinement operations and dairies. Shade is a big thing for cattle. Having access to fresh water is vital for cattle health, especially during the warm weather many of us have been seeing. The University of Nebraska-Lincoln notes that daily water intake may vary from 3-30 gallons per day, depending on age, weight, production stage, and weather conditions.
4. Have proper ventilation and put misters in place. If we have cattle that are in feedlots and confinement structures, such as dairy barns, misters will cool them and the overall air temperature. The only key there is ventilation, which becomes very important. If we have water moisture that we’re adding to the air, without proper ventilation, we can make that air very humid. And if we don’t have that ventilation to draw that humidity out, then it can actually be worse. If your cattle are in a barn, make sure they have proper ventilation, whether that be air movement opportunities from outdoors or from a livestock fan.
1. Adjust feed times. Like with horses, their digestion process produces a lot of heat. Thus, as the day goes on, cattle accumulate more heat from their digestion. Now, couple this with humidity and lack of air movement, and that’s when trouble brews. To help with this, we can adjust our feeding times to feed cattle during the cooler hours of the day, either in the morning or evening hours.
Also, avoid hauling during the heat of the day. Trailers don’t allow for good airflow. It’s not quite as bad as a closed car, but it gets warm in them. Try to arrange travel times to haul during the morning hours.
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By TONY HAWKINS, DVM, Valley Vet Supply Heat Stress — Managing Cattle in Warm Weather. Simply put, cattle are not designed to be the most efficient at cooling themselves down. Cattle, of course, do not sweat – just like our dogs – they pant and release heat through their lungs. And their lungs are actually pretty small compared to their body size. Before getting into management best practices for keeping our cattle cool, be sure you’re familiar with the signs of heat stress in cattle. During this event, cattle can have a respiration rate of over 100 breaths per minute. You could see them experiencing a rapid breathing rate and open mouth panting, extended neck, and slobbering – a lot of slobber. Also, you may see restlessness and distress, decreased movement, bunching, and overcrowding near water sources. Those are going to be pretty classic signs that your cattle are hot, and it needs to be addressed.
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If you are in South Carolina and would like to join the Co-Op, please email me at webbcharolais@gmail.com or Gwen McPhail at wagyu4you@gmail.com
The Charolais breeders in this area are busy getting ready for the Southern Connection Sale on October 8 in Knoxville, Tennessee. We will have a lot of good cattle for sale, and what better way to spend an autumn day than being in Knoxville? Hopefully, the leaves will begin turning by that time, so it should be a scenic drive up there. Remember, South Carolina and Georgia get together to provide a dinner on the Friday night before the sale. Great cattle, great fellowship, and a free meal, what more could you ask for? I talked to Delores Templeton the other day. She sold their cattle at Upstate Livestock on August 15. It was getting to be too much for her to take care of both the cattle and Wayne, so she sold their cattle. Casey is keeping her cattle and the pasture. We hate to lose them from the Charolais Association, but Wayne Templeton will always be a part of Charolais. Several of the area breeders toured Great Britain and Scotland during the World Congress. John Dellinger was among those who headed over the pond. He had some great pictures, and I am going to get him to give a description and post the pictures in the Spotlight on Charolais edition of The Carolina Cattle Connection. He doesn’t know it yet, but he will when he reads this. It has been dry as a bone here in June and July. We managed to get an inch of rain in August and have been feeding our winter hay, so I will be busy searching for hay to get us through the winter. I attended a meeting of our Beef Co-Op at Tokeena Angus. You would be proud of me since Hugh Weathers was at the meeting, and I did not wind up in jail.
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Saturday • October 8, 2022 • 1:00 p.m. Knoxville Livestock Market • Knoxville, Tenn. Selling 75 Lots of Quality Charolais SELLING 10 Herdsires • 65 Females • Top of Line Embryos & Semen LCC MONTANA JANE 1640 (F1304470) Born 9/5/20 • BW 76 • Polled Sire - DC/CRJ Tank E108 P Dam - LCC Montana Jane 6447 by LT Bluegrass EPDs - 13.5 • -3.6 • 47 • 103 • 19 • 9.7 • 43 • 0.6 August bull calf sired by OW Lead Time!Due with fall calf by Hayden G840! OHF MISS MAX K904 (EF1303306) Born 9/4/20 • BW 72 • Polled Sire - CCC WC Resource 417 P Dam - OHF Vanessa H822 ET EPDs - 4.5 • 1.2 • 62 • 100 • 29 • 3.6 • 60 • 0.7 WELCOME GROVE IMPRESSIVE (F1177480) Born 9/12/13 • BW 89 • Polled Sire - BHD Reality T3136 P Dam - MR Ms Impressive 405 by LHD Cigar E46 EPDs - 10.7 • -1.7 • 62 • 115 • 20 • 6.7 • 51 • 1.7 May 2022 heifer calf sired by Desco Del Rio 512 P ET! Sponsored by the Georgia, South Carolina, and Florida Charolais Associations Wayne Bennett, Georgeanne770-826-9551GeorgiaWebb,SouthCarolina864-640-7756Dennis Adams P.O. Box 10590 • College Station, TX 77842 979-693-1301 • 979-229-4472 - cell outfrontcattle@gmail.com • www.outfrontcattle.com
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We are doing everything we can to get a processing plant started to promote S.C. Born and Raised Beef. Stay safe, and hopefully, the excessive heat will take a vacation to cool things off. This has been a hard summer with the heat and no rain. It makes you wonder what winter has in store.
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PAGE 36 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 December 10, 2022 • 12:00 Noon 20th Annual Charolais Source Bull Sale FGF SELLING FGF 32 Charolais Bulls 7 Open Charolais Heifers 7 Bred Charolais Heifers FGF SPECIAL ADDITION FGF 8 Registered Black Hereford Bulls 3 Bred Registered Black Hereford Heifers 5 Open Registered Black Hereford Heifers For more information and catalogs, contact Larry Edwards • 704-252-0003 Tommy Wilks • 843-307-0323 Auctioneer - Will Thompson • 704-616-8553 FGF NEW LOCATION FGF Cleveland County Agriculture & Livestock Exchange 814 Wallace Grove Drive • Shelby, NC 28150 NEWS For This Oklahoma Farm & Ranch Family, Diversification is the Key to Success. Genetics + Nutrition = Wow! “We want to balance maternal traits and have a mother cow at home that’ll keep us in business. Just because you have an incredible animal that will do well in the feedyard, if we don’t have a mother cow that will work for us out on the ranch, then we haven’t accomplished anything.”That’s how Chad Ledbetter looks at the beef business. Ledbetter and his wife, Stephanie, are the third generation to ranch in northeastern Oklahoma near Okmulgee, south of Tulsa, on an outfit his grandfather started in 1950. His grandma Joan still helps by delivering meals to the fields and pastures. His parents, Chris and Gayla, are still active in the business, and their son Cayden, 19, and daughter Callie, 16, are the fourth generation on the land.
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“They’re as good as it gets,” he brags about his children’s abilities as ranch hands. “They’ve been a blessing to my wife and me.” But then again, hearing Ledbetter brag about his kids isn’t surprising. As passionate as he is about his cattle and the land, and make no mistake about that, he’s even more passionate about his family. “If you’ve got your family around you and the freedoms we enjoy in this country and the blessings…it really all gets down to God, faith, and family.” But Ledbetter is pretty proud of his cattle, too. “We’re a multi-faceted operation,” he says. “We farm and ranch.” The family runs around 800 cows, has a small feedlot on the ranch, and farms corn, wheat, and soybeans, much of which is feed for the cattle. Ledbetter also custom feeds some of his calves in a feedlot in Iowa. The cattle side of the operation is both commercial and purebred. “Our deal is red hided cattle,” he says. “We have purebred Hereford and purebred Red Angus on our registered side.” They’ll develop around 200 bulls a year as well as around 400 heifers that they market as commercial replacements.
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The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 37 about the mother cow.” With the family’s emphasis on maternal genetics, some might wonder if feedyard performance and carcass traits get shorted. A look at Ledbetter’s fed cattle closeouts tells the tale. The closeouts show fed cattle grading around 90% Choice and Prime and mainly Yield Grade 2. “And on the gain, depending on the conditions, they’ll be high 3’s,” he says. “Might hit 4 every now and again. But that’s extremely dependent of weather conditions and time of year.”Beyond that, the family has developed their own brand of locker beef from cattle they finish at home. They’ll sell everything from sides of beef to individual packages off the farm. “We feel most of the folks who tried it are now staying with it,” he says. “They see the difference and they really like having a locally grown product that they know where the cattle come from and they know where most of the feed is grown that’s going through the cattle (as well as knowing the family that raised the cattle). So it’s a nice little addition to the business.” Nutrition + Genetics = Wow - One of the fundamental truths about cattle production is that the best genetics in the world can’t be revealed without an adequate source of nutrition. “And that’s certainly an area where Riomax has definitely helped us,” he says. “Riomax has really added a whole new dynamic to our operation.”Ledbetter says they’ve seen the benefits that the orange tubs bring to the table in every segment of their operation, “whether it’s cows grazing in range conditions or cattle that we’re growing and developing for breeding stock, or in the feedyard. No matter what stage of life the animal is at, we’re seeing the benefits of Riomax.”However, he was very skeptical at first. “When I heard what the product costs, that’ll make anybody skeptical who’s trying to make a living.” But he got over the sticker shock and gave it a try. “I have to admit, once we tried the product and quit looking at the cost per tub and started looking at it as a cost per day per animal, that opened up a whole new avenue. The added performance, the added health benefits that we saw and are seeing, have just been tremendous,” he says.“When you break it down, the tub is not costing us money, we feel it’s making us money. So that’s been a real eye opener.”The cattle had been on the product for not quite a year as this was written, so he didn’t have many hard numbers. But his eye tells him everything he needs to know.
“I don’t want folks to think it’s fairy dust or that it takes the place of good management or good animal husbandry. But it certainly adds a whole new dimension to what you’re able to achieve with the genetics you have and the environment you’re in.” About Riomax. Riomax® started in a one car garage and today works with countless ranchers all across the United States and Canada. Their mission? To bring profitability back into agriculture. Learn more about their lick tub that pays for itself at www.riomax.net/products
Spending Money to Make Money“I think there are several different ways that I would break it down to look at it,” he says when challenged on his statement that the tubs don’t cost money; they make money. “You’ve got to look at your input costs for feed and supplements and your grazing season, and you’ve got to look at added conception rate on your cows — the cows that are breeding back in the first heat cycle and tightening that calving window closer to 45 days.” Added weaning weight is another area that goes along with a tight calving season, which adds value in two different ways. “One is the calf is performing so much better out there besides the cow, getting what they need (from the Riomax tub). But we also know for every 21 day heat cycle, we can add close to 60 pounds to that calf.” The more calves born in the first month of calving season adds dollars at saleLedbettertime. feels he got around 50 pounds more weaning weight on his calves that were conceived before the cows were on Riomax but were on the tubs from the day they were born. He expects that number to be higher for his first calf crop weaned from cows that had been on Riomax year round. “And thirdly, I would mention the added health benefits. The cattle have just been so much healthier; much less sickness, less cattle needing treatment for foot rot, pinkeye, pneumonia. The cattle really are staying healthier and we’re cutting antibiotic costs and getting added performance.”Infact,Ledbetter is so impressed with his results that he’s now a Riomax dealer. “If folks are on the fence about whether or not to try the product, you can sure take it from me,” he says. “I was extremely skeptical because I was concerned about input costs. But at this point in time, outside of some of the things we’ve done on our genetics, I think it’s probably one of the better things that we have found since we’ve been raising livestock,” he claims.
Carolina Video and Load Lot Monthly Summary
(Weeks ending JULY 5 & JULY 19, 2022)
Carolina Video and Load Lot Monthly Summary of Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales ending Tuesday, JULY 5, 2022, and Tuesday, JULY 19, 2022. All cattle in this report are located in North Carolina and South Carolina. Prices FOB the farm or local scale and many weighed with a 0-2 percent shrink and sold with a 5-10¢ per pound slide on the heavy side only.
Cattle Receipts: 2,362 Last Month: 2,406 Feeders made up 100 percent of the offering. The feeder supply included 57 percent steers and 43 percent heifers. Nearly 96 percent of the run weighed over 600 pounds. Head totals are based on load lot estimate of 49,500 pounds.
Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 72 670-670 670 $181.00 $181.00 Value Added 64 825-825 825 $164.00 - $175.00 $169.16 Split Loads
FEEDER STEERS (Medium 1)
Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 69 700-700 700 $184.00 $184.00 Natural 63 775-775 775 $179.00 $179.00 Natural FEEDER STEERS (Medium 1-2) Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 40 580-580 580 $179.50 $179.50 Split Loads 60 625-625 625 $175.25 $175.25 Split Loads 75 610-610 610 $191.00 $191.00 Value Added 299 650-650 650 $173.25 - $182.75 $179.74 Natural 70 690-690 690 $179.25 $179.25 Natural 52 660-660 660 $189.25 $189.25 Split Loads 130 750-750 750 $174.25 - $176.00 $175.13 Natural 61 790-790 790 $175.00 $175.00 Natural 42 750-750 750 $182.50 $182.50 Split Loads 127 750-785 767 $180.25 - $181.75 $180.98 Value Added 59 825-825 825 $164.25 $164.25 Natural 54 900-900 900 $166.00 $166.00 Value Added FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium and Large 1-2) Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 75 650-650 650 $172.00 $172.00 Value Added 30 725-725 725 $158.00 $158.00 Split Loads 30 825-825 825 $165.00 $165.00 Split Loads FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium 1) Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 75 650-650 650 $176.75 $176.75 Value Added FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium 1-2) Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 66 550-556 556 $165.25 - $167.50 $166.65 Split Loads 78 625-625 625 $167.50 $167.50 Natural 25 615-615 615 $181.25 $181.25 Split Loads 81 600-600 600 $172.00 $172.00 Value Added 145 650-690 669 $167.75 - $175.00 $171.50 70 695-695 695 $168.00 $168.00 Value Added 67 725-725 725 $165.25 $165.25 Natural 69 700-700 700 $175.00 $175.00 Natural 25 700-700 700 $174.50 $174.50 Split Loads 63 775-775 775 $149.75 $149.75 63 775-775 775 $150.25 $150.25 63 775-775 775 $166.25 $166.25 Value Added
FEEDER STEERS (Medium and Large 1-2)
Source: N.C. Dept. of Agriculture - USDA Market News Service, Raleigh, N.C. - 919-707-3156
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College Aggies Online developing the next generation of agriculture advocates. Dairy Management Inc. encourages dairy enthusiasts to sign up. The Animal Agriculture Alliance’s annual College Aggies Online (CAO) scholarship competition is returning this year on September 12. Now in its 14th year, the program is open to undergraduate, graduate students, collegiate clubs, and classes who will learn how to engage about food and agriculture online and in their communities over the course of the nine-week program. Last year students were awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships.CAOhelps participants become confident and effective communicators for agriculture. The continued success of the program would not have been possible without the support of platinum sponsor Dairy Management Inc. (DMI). “It’s crucial to the dairy industry and our farmers that we help foster and develop the next generation’s communications skills so they can become effective ‘agvocates,’” said Don Schindler, senior vice president of digital innovations. “College Aggies Online is an effective tool to help students understand how to successfully communicate online with their peers who are disconnected from the farm. The dairy checkoff is proud to support this worthy program.”The program consists of an individual and club division. The individual competition is a completely virtual experience with students receiving guidance from industry experts and farmer mentors on how to write blog posts, create viral social media posts, design eye catching infographics, and so much more. During the first week, students will be coached by Jessica Peters, Pennsylvania dairy farmer, and social media influencer, on how to engage about dairy online. They will also be encouraged to complete a video challenge using tips and tricks from Emily Shaw, known online as Dairy Girl Fitness. The club competition provides both in-person and virtual engagement opportunities for collegiate clubs and classes to connect with peers about agriculture. The “Undeniably Dairy” challenge sponsored by DMI is one of several challenges available for participating groups to choose from to earn points toward scholarship awards. In the “Undeniably Dairy” challenge, groups are encouraged to partner with local dairy farmers and checkoffs to share the nutritional benefits of dairy and how its produced with students on campus who may not be familiar with agriculture. Additional examples of club challenges include a farm tour, hosting an “Ask a Farmer” panel, bringing agriculture to a local K-12 class, and collaborating with the campus dining community. Students interested in becoming confident and effective communicators for agriculture are invited to sign up animalagalliance.org/initiatives/college-at aggies-online.TheCAO program would not be possible without the generous support of our 2022 sponsors. In addition to Dairy Management Inc., this year’s sponsors include the National Pork Industry Foundation, Bayer, Institute for Feed Education and Research, Domino’s Pizza Inc., the Ohio Poultry Association, Culvers Franchising System, the National Chicken Council, and the Pennsylvania Beef Council. To become a sponsor of this year’s program, see our sponsorship opportunities and contact Casey Kinler, director, membership, and marketing, at ckinler@animalagalliance.org About the Animal Agriculture Alliance. The Alliance safeguards the future of animal agriculture and its value to society by bridging the communication gap between the farm and food communities. We connect key food industry stakeholders to arm them with responses to emerging issues. We engage food chain influencers and promote consumer choice by helping them better understand modern animal agriculture. We protect by exposing those who threaten our nation’s food security with damaging misinformation.
JK RED ANGUS Jeff Banfield & Madison Adams 331 Tee Jay Farm Road • Aberdeen, NC jkredangus@gmail.com910-315-3821
ROGERS CATTLE COMPANY Johnny & Sharon Rogers 945 Woodsdale Road • Roxboro, NC rccbeef@gmail.com336-504-7268
LANGDON RED ANGUS & SIMMENTAL John & Eileen Langdon 7728 Raleigh Road • Benson, NC johnlangdon5@gmail.com919-796-5010
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HARDROCK BEEF CATTLE Ronnie & Donna Holman 4613 Hickory Nut Ridge Road • Granite Falls, NC ronnie@hardrockbeefcattle.com828-302-8659
PRESNELL RED ANGUS Jonathan & Jacob Presnell 368 Whitaker Road • Shelby, NC 704-473-2627 (Jonathan) • 704-616-8775 (Jacob)
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Governor’s Mansion. The Commissioner of Agriculture, Jim Graham, was honored and presented a Simmental belt buckle and a new Stetson hat. Then funds were raised to establish a Jim Graham Junior Simmental Scholarship and to help boost the treasury of the N.C. Simmental Association. It was truly an evening to remember. Their support did not stop there, however, and the couple continued with their support by bringing many unique items to the NCSA annual meeting fundraising auction. This dedication to Jim and Carolyn Hunt is long overdue, but the N.C. Simmental Association would like to take this weekend to honor both Jim and Carolyn and to thank them for all they have done for our association. ASA Fall Focus. The Virginia Simmental Association hosted the Fall Focus this year in Roanoke, and many N.C. Simmental producers attended. Many were excited to attend, especially when we got to tour several local producers. The first stop was Hillwinds Farm in Dublin, where owners Tim and Kathy Sutphin run a huge commercial cow/calf and stocker operation. They have always utilized Simmental and SimAngus genetics. Then we toured the Virginia Tech campus and livestock barns and then moved on to McDonald Farms in Blacksburg. Former ASA Trustee Bill McDonald has been raising Simmental cattle on this many generational farm. Then on to Kentland Farm, where attendees listened and saw a demonstration on feet and leg scoring. Dinner was a fun event at Kentland Farm, a part of Virginia Tech. There was also a Bluegrass band, New Standard, entertaining everyone for the evening.
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On Saturday, the American Simmental Association led an educational Symposium with many speakers on genomics, artificial insemination to choosing genetics for the feedlot. Sunday and Monday continued with committee meetings and board meetings. Everyone was invited to attend these meetings. There will be a more detailed report on this event in a future issue of The Carolina Cattle Connection
Carolyn and Jim Hunt have always been strong supporters of young people in the cattle industry. Here she is with a young Erin and Rae Rucker at the Beef Expo in 1994
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By JENNIE RUCKER Executive Secretary N.C. Simmental Association
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Dedicated to Jim and Carolyn Hunt. Former Governor Jim and Carolyn Hunt have always been enthusiastic Simmental producers, raising Simmental cattle on their farm, Hunt-Hawley Simmentals in Lucama since 1986. They produced many top performing bull test bulls and have even had a grand champion heifer at the N.C. State Fair. They have both been strong supporters of youth programs and the N.C. Simmental Association. Back in the late ‘90s, the association was struggling financially when Governor Hunt and his wife decided to step in and help the association and also establish a scholarship for youth interested in a career in agriculture. In October of 1997, the couple hosted a reception at the N.C. State University Faculty Club, followed by a beef dinner at the Jim and Carolyn Hunt
“Lance’s insights and expertise will benefit our Rabobank and Rabo AgriFinance clients across North America and around the globe, and we look forward to what he will bring to this role,” said Roland Fumasi Head of RaboResearch North America. “His proven track record in serving the animal protein industry will help drive the future of our highly successful team.”
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Lance Zimmerman Named Senior Beef Analyst at RaboResearch North America. Agribusiness researcher and economist to serve Rabobank and Rabo AgriFinance clients. Rabobank has tapped veteran beef industry research analyst and economist Lance Zimmerman to join its RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness (F&A) team in North America. Zimmerman has served the animal protein industry for 18 years, gaining recognition regionally and globally for his forward looking thought leadership.Rabobank’s RaboResearch F&A group is a global team of more than 75 analysts who monitor and evaluate global market events that affect food and agriculture worldwide. Zimmerman will join more than 20 analysts based in North America who are internationally respected experts in sectors ranging from animal protein to produce, farm inputs to consumer foods. The team collects key insights into commodity markets; conducts in-depth analysis of the factors that drive sector success or failure; and examines megatrends that ultimately influence clients’ business strategies.
As Senior Beef Analyst of RaboResearch F&A North America, Zimmerman says his goal is to continue providing unparalleled insight and value to beef industry members and other Rabobank clients and stakeholders. “I will leverage my experience in animal protein to create synergies with other sector experts across RaboResearch so that we can provide unique, thought leading knowledge to our clients that they can’t get anywhere else,” Zimmerman said. “I am excited and honored to be asked to join such a well respected global team.”Zimmerman joins Rabobank after nearly 12 years at CattleFax, where he began as a market analyst in 2011. He went on to serve as CattleFax’s Manager of Research, Analysis, and Data from 2016 to 2021, and most recently as the Director of Research and Protein Market Analysis. Before joining CattleFax, Lance spent over six years at Certified Angus Beef, where he led their marketing and supply development efforts. Growing up in a farming and ranching family and serving as a Kansas FFA State officer, Zimmerman has always been committed to the success of the food and agriculture industry. He has served as the Chairperson of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Young Producer’s Council and was selected as the National Cattlemen’s Foundation and Chicago Mercantile Exchange Beef Industry Scholar in 2003. His entire career has been focused on serving the food and agribusiness industry, with the majority of it dedicated specifically to agribusiness and animal protein industry research. He holds an M.S. in agricultural economics and a B.S. in agriculture from Kansas State University. About Rabobank. Rabobank Group is a global financial services leader providing wholesale and retail banking, leasing, and real estate services in more than 38 countries worldwide. Founded over a century ago, Rabobank today is one of the world’s largest banks with over $660 billion in assets. In the Americas, Rabobank is a premier bank to the food, agribusiness, and beverage industry, providing sector expertise, strategic counsel, and tailored financial solutions to clients across the entire food value chain. Additional information is available on our website or on our social media platforms, including Twitter and LinkedIn.Rabo AgriFinance, a subsidiary of Rabobank, is a leading financial services provider for farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses in the United States. To learn more about Rabo AgriFinance and its comprehensive suite of financial solutions, go to www.RaboAg.com
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Investing in a synch protocol doesn’t have to be complicated. Implementing an estrous synchronization program in a cow/calf operation may seem a bit daunting, but it can be a simple move that maximizes profits. “Evaluate what you’re doing and then determine what your goals are for improvement,” said Joe Gillespie, DVM, Boehringer Ingelheim. “A synch program doesn’t have to be complicated. In many cases, the simple use of a prostaglandin with a single dose protocol can have the ability to shorten that cycle window for your cows.”
“You need to invest in what’s most important upfront — having a healthy animal and a good nutrition plan. Then your animals will be cycling more normally and that will ultimately improve your reproductive fertility.” Additionally, it’s imperative to follow the compliance recommendations of the program being used. For instance, if a program calls for animals to receive four shots and there is only time and staff to do two, there will be failure before starting. Synching cuts labor on artificial insemination - Often, when utilizing a synch program, producers will also artificially inseminate (A.I.) their heifers and cows. Using A.I. on a herd without a synch program is labor intensive, whereas having cows come into heat in groups allows the producer to utilize a third party technician to breed cows in one day. “In beef, the more days that you are doing artificial insemination, the more labor it entails. Synchronization is a nice tool to be able to utilize the value of genetics through A.I.,” Dr. Gillespie continued. “It helps you reduce the amount of labor needed because you’re synchronizing or grouping all of those animals into a small window for insemination.”Geneticsmay be improved through A.I. and the conventional use of a bull in the herd. However, Gillespie cautions that there needs to be enough bull capacity for the number of cows that need to get pregnant within a very small window. “We had our heifers synched and artificially inseminated for about 15 years before jumping into the seedstock business,” said Jeff Ruggles of Ruggles Angus, McCook, Nebraska. “When we were on the commercial side of the beef industry, using a synch program gave us the opportunity to use new genetics, shorten our calving window, and group up our heifers.“Ifyou can put your cows in the chute a couple of times, synch them up and breed them once, you can get 60 percent of your calf crop to be A.I. genetics. That takes you pretty far pretty fast.” Start small and keep it simple - When looking to start a synch protocol, Dr. Gillespie recommends putting a simple process in place first while working with veterinarians and nutritionists to make sure animals are healthy. “You can utilize these technologies on very small herds and all the way up to very large herds,” he said. “It’s just a matter of sitting down with your advisers, creating a plan of action and then, when executing the plan, ensuring compliance. If you execute it effectively, you can create a great deal of value, no matter your size. For more information on beef synchronization programs, visit www. beefrepro.org. There are some great tools on the website if people want to research their approach.”
2022 South Carolina Sale Barn Cattle Receipts January February March April May June July August September October November December Chester 267 820 995 546 696 748 0 Darlington 1,237 1,316 2,356 94 1,574 1,460 925 Laurens 1,173 1,513 1,785 1,247 1,399 1,568 1,003 Orangeburg 766 1,183 1,139 871 972 1,417 729 Saluda 1,737 2,917 2,838 2,258 2,478 3,580 1,965 Williamston 773 2,596 2,26 1,971 2,051 2,398 1,933 Any news from your county? Be sure to share your meetings, sales, field days, etc., with your fellow cattlemen through the Connection!
Evaluating synch program benefits - Utilizing a synch protocol can shorten the calving window and therefore give calves more time to grow, but it also helps improve conception rates. “A calf that is born on the first day of the calving season versus a calf that is born on the last day of the season can bring in $108 more when they are sold in the fall after weaning,” Dr. Gillespie said.1 “Then consider that having most of your animals calving in the first period of the calving season will increase the number of cows returning to produce a new calf every year. Investing in a program to improve reproduction on the front end will improve the value both in pounds of calves and in the number of pregnancies.” Starting a new program - When implementing a new estrous protocol, it’s important to examine your animal health and nutrition regimen. “You can invest a lot of money into a program, but if you have disease or nutritional risk, you can have failure in your program,” Dr. Gillespie explained.
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Reference 1DeJarnette M. Estrus Synchronization: A Reproductive Management Tool. Select Sires Bulletin. About Boehringer Ingelheim. Improving the health and quality of life of patients is the goal of the research driven pharmaceutical company Boehringer Ingelheim. The focus in doing so is on diseases for which no satisfactory treatment option exists to date. The company, therefore, concentrates on developing innovative therapies that can extend patients’ lives. In animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim stands for advancedBoehringerprevention.Ingelheim is the second largest animal health business in the world. We are committed to creating animal well being through our large portfolio of advanced, preventive healthcare products and services. With net sales of $4.4 billion and around 10,000 employees worldwide, we are present in more than 150 markets. For more information, visit ingelheim.com/animal-health/overviewwww.boehringer-
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Young Beef Producers’ Tour Experience
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The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 47 In 2007, members of the Membership Committee passed a resolution to recognize all NEW members of the NCCA in The Carolina Cattle Connection at the NCCA Annual Conference in Hickory. A new member is defined as someone who has never been a member or someone who has rejoined after a brief break in membership. The new members are identified in this new members section by name and county of residence. Below is a list of NCCA’s new members for the last month:
By AMY SWEEM
Being able to go on the N.C. Young Beef Producer’s Tour out to Oklahoma and Kansas was such an eye opening experience. Perhaps not your average person’s dream trip, but for a beef producer, myself and my husband were in heaven! We truly saw the industry from start to finish – visiting Express Ranch, where they have built an outstanding breeding program to produce top sires shipped worldwide, then to the Oklahoma National Stockyards, where stocker backgrounders and cow/calf producers sell their cattle at market, next to finished cattle feed yards each varying in head capacity, and finishing by touring a Tyson beef processing plant which “harvests” the finished cattle and ended with beef products being loaded on trucks to head out toBesidesdistributors.touring so many different facets of the beef industry, another great aspect of our trip was meeting and conversing with other beef producers, both in and out of the state. We went on this trip not knowing too many other producers besides our neighboring cattlemen. The trip allowed us to meet with other producers throughout North Carolina, from the coast to the mountains, facing similar issues but also allowed us a chance to essentially “swap notes” on what is working in our cattle and beef operations and vice versa. On the first night of the tour, we ate dinner with a handful of members of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association. We had the pleasure of sitting beside Monty Tucker of Tucker Family Beef, who runs 700 head of mommas and was having great success selling finished beef at several retail locations. He shocked us when he said he didn’t rely so much on hay and was satisfied with one round bale of hay per head for the entire year. Meanwhile, we’ve put up well over that much hay on just the first cutting. That goes to show the difference in the acre to cattle ratio from Oklahoma to North Carolina. But no matter the state, it is clear from all that there is a love and passion for the beef industry from the producers, feed yard manager, pen riders, and even the meat cutters. The general public needs to be educated on the passion and care that are given to these animals. When we walked on the catwalk at the stockyards, you wouldn’t have even known there were cowboys sorting cattle as it was so quiet because they were handling the cattle with as little stress as possible. When we toured the feed yard at Buffalo Feeders, manager Tom Fanning explained the reason for the layout of each pen as a means to keep the cattle out of unfavorable conditions (mud, snow) and as comfortable as possible. And even Tyson opened their doors to us with each point of the process done with respect and very sanitary. Our tour guide at the Tyson Plant, Veronica, has worked there for 28 years, and her ultimate goal is to provide a top product for the consumer, and that passion was very clear as she guided us through the plant. At this point, the average consumer is at least three generations removed from the farm. Being a first generation farmer myself and not growing up on a farm or around agriculture, besides driving past row crop fields to get to school, I completely understand how unconnected the public is from what the beef industry does. It only takes a couple of bad apples to spoil the bunch. As a young beef producer and having a position in social media, it’s our job to educate (which is the position I take on our farm’s page) what goes into getting beef from our farm to your table. We were thoroughly educated by the representative from Lopez-Dorado Foods, explaining the need to import a portion of their beef from Australia to blend in with U.S. produced beef as a means to supply hamburger patties for McDonald’s. The beef in other countries is much leaner than in the United States, which is a praise to beef producers here who are doing a good job of improving genetics to provide a top product. But we also learned through our tour through Tyson that there is a large portion of beef cuts with a relatively low value here in the U.S. that can have a high value in other countries – for example, the omasum or third stomach, which is enjoyed by many in Japan. It was an honor to be selected by N.C. Farm Bureau and N.C. Cattlemen’s Association for this Young Beef Producers’ tour. The things we saw and heard will stick with us for a lifetime. And the people we met, we plan to nourish these relationships both personally and professionally.
Surry County Melanie Willis – Surry Hills Farm Wayne County Alvin Grant – Double A Farms Charles Medlin – Medlin Farms George Moye – ISR Farm/Moye Family Farm
Onslow County Charlie Cox – Rancho Inferno Richmond County Shelia McInnis – Southern Pride Farm Rockingham County Bruce Talley – Talley Farm Stanly County Patricia Matthews – White Meadow Farm
New NCCA Members for 2022 Anson County Garren Kirkman – Jon G’s BBQ Cabarrus County
Davidson County Rodney D. & Donna K. Fulton – H & C Hereford Farm
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The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 49 Pasture Management Systems, Inc. MILE OF FENCE PROGRAM New Members by County in 2022 (as of 8-17-22) Alamance 5 Alexander 1 Alleghany 2 Anson 2 Ashe 0 Avery 0 Beaufort 0 Bertie 0 Bladen 0 Brunswick 2 Buncombe 12 Burke 8 Cabarrus 4 Caldwell 3 Camden 0 Carteret 0 Caswell 0 Catawba 3 Chatham 5 Cherokee 1 Chowan 0 Clay 0 Cleveland 7 Columbus 0 Craven 1 Cumberland 1 Currituck 0 Dare 0 Davidson 4 Davie 5 Duplin 19 Durham 0 Edgecombe 1 Forsyth 1 Franklin 2 Gaston 2 Gates 0 Graham 0 Granville 1 Greene 1 Guilford 2 Halifax 1 Harnett 1 Haywood 13 Henderson 1 Hertford 0 Hoke 1 Hyde 0 Iredell 3 Jackson 0 Johnston 5 Jones 0 Lee 2 Lenoir 4 Lincoln 3 McDowell 4 Macon 6 Martin 1 Madison 4 Mecklenburg 0 Mitchell 0 Montgomery 0 Moore 9 Nash 6 New Hanover 0 Northampton 0 Onslow 3 Orange 2 Pamlico 2 Pasquotank 1 Pender 2 Perquimans 1 Person 1 Pitt 2 Polk 0 Randolph 6 Richmond 4 Robeson 3 Rockingham 8 Rowan 3 Rutherford 4 Sampson 5 Scotland 0 Stanly 3 Stokes 1 Surry 5 Swain Transylvania0 0 Tyrrell 0 Union 5 Vance 1 Wake 6 Warren 3 Washington 1 Watauga 1 Wayne 8 Wilkes 4 Wilson 4 Yadkin 0 Yancey 0 Grand Total 248
PAGE 50 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 Check out the North www.nchereford.comHerefordCarolinaAdvantageat Myron McCoy N.C. Hereford ncherefordassociation@gmail.comSecretary/TreasurerAssociation252-637-4995www.nchereford.com 4B FARMS, LLC Shelby, NC Bryson, Wren, Beau, Belle, Bonnie & Bennet brysonw@thewestbrookco.com980-230-4868Westbrook 4KNelson,RANCHVA Rick & Linda 4kranch@bellsouth.net919-272-6124Kern AWC CATTLE Winston-Salem,COMPANYNC Andie & Wes jcarpenter@alphagraphics.com336-970-1655Carpenterwww.windmillacresfarms.com POLLEDBLINSONHEREFORDSLenoir,NC Keith & Peggy Blinson - 828-310-4526 Bryan & Beth Blinson - 919-422-9108 DOUBLE J FARM Traphill, NC • Earlysville, VA John doublejfarmllc@yahoo.com910-489-0024Wheelerwww.doublejfarmllc.com FIVE J’S BEEF & Clayton,COMPANYCATTLENC Jody & Angela Standley Kim Prestwood (Manager) 828-320-7317jodystandley@gmail.comKim GRASSY CREEK FARM Bullock, NC Scott, Pam, Hailee, Lillee, & Elizabeth Bissettsp1@gmail.com919-482-1176Bissett HEREFORDGreensboro,HILLSNC Bill Kirkman 336-382-9635III ST Genetics Representative LOOKABILLLexington,LIVESTOCKFAMILYNC Reggie, Patty, Tyler & Noah Lookabill rlookabill6015@gmail.com336-240-2142 McCOY CATTLE FARM Cove City, NC Myron & Charlie mccoycattlefarms@gmail.com252-229-4602McCoy MITCHEM’S FARM 3C Vale, NC Wayne, Crystal, Regan & Jordan Mitchem mitchemsfarm@bellsouth.net704-472-4369 NORTH PINO LAND & CATTLE Mocksville,COMPANYNC Kevin kevrob1@aol.com336-940-2547Robinson P and J Monroe,FARMSNC Andy pandjfarmsherefords@gmail.com704-400-3436Smith QUAIL RIDGE Rutherfordton,FARMNC Mark markbrewer65@gmail.com828-329-2074Brewer TAYLOR’S MILL FARM Zebulon, NC J. Brent tmfherefords@icloud.com919-801-7561Creech TERRACELexington,FARMNC Jim, Linda & Chad Davis jgdavis101@yahoo.com336-247-1554 TRIPLETTStatesville,HEREFORDSPOLLEDNC James triplettmarble@bellsouth.net704-902-2250Triplett W&AProvidence,HEREFORDSNC George, Tammy, William, & Andy Ward waherefordfarm@comcast.net434-251-3637 SEPTEMBER EVENTS • N.C. juniors participating in circuit and jackpot shows throughout the month in preparation for the 2022 N.C. State Fair • 2022 N.C. State Fair registrations are due by September 15 • October 13-23 - 2022 N.C. State Fair N.C. Hereford Association will have a booth at the N.C. State Fair. Come by the Graham Building and visit!
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South Korean ag tech company Greenlabs joins leading beef sustainability body. Greenlabs, a South Korean ag tech company, has joined an international network of people and organizations powering progress in beef sustainability – the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (GRSB). Greenlabs becomes the first business in Asia to join the roundtable.Alongside the likes of WWF, Zoetis, Cargill, Zinpro, Rabobank, and Breedr, amongst others, Greenlabs joins GRSB to actively improve the sustainability of the global beef supply chain. With a customer first digital model, Greenlabs collaborates with farmers to produce comprehensive data solutions for farm management. With its agricultural data platform, ‘Farm Morning,’ Greenlabs empowers farmers to have better control over their fresh produce and helps customers have reliable sourcing channels.Founded in 2017, Greenlabs aims to digitize the entire value chain of agriculture space from production to distribution with a mission to address the global food supply problem in a sustainableGreenlabsway.is an important addition to GRSB, as efficiency and innovation are core principles for sustainable beef, necessary to optimize production, reduce waste, and improve economic viability.
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GRSB brings producers, processors, retailers, and suppliers together with environmental organizations to help develop a more environmentally responsible, economically resilient, and socially beneficial global beef supply chain.Ruaraidh Petre, Executive Director of the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef, said, “Welcoming Greenlabs as a member demonstrates the continued progression of GRSB to establish our presence on an international scale and our commitment to developing new roundtables to support regions in which sustainability is being recognized as increasingly important. “We look forward to Greenlabs demonstrating their commitment in Korea and more widely in Asia, and expect that this will provide an inspiration to other food companies, producers, and processors from the livestock industry throughout the region.” Sanghoon Shin, CEO of Greenlabs, said, “Greenlabs understands the importance of working collaboratively with consumers, companies, organizations such as GRSB, and governments to champion efforts that deal with climate change and reduce carbon emissions. “We’re looking forward to utilising our membership to establish Korean’s own roundtable, to contribute to improving the sustainability of the beef value chain in Korea and beyond.” About the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef. GRSB is a worldwide network of people and organizations powering progress in sustainable beef. Across its global roundtable and 12 regional roundtables, GRSB has over 500 members working in 24 different countries. Collectively, its members are responsible for more than ⅔ of cross border beef trade. GRSB powers progress in sustainable beef by setting ambitious goals around reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving land use, and animal welfare. To help achieve these goals, GRSB champions best practices to facilitate the exchange of knowledge and foster a collaborative approach. About Greenlabs. Greenlabs is Korea’s No.1 Agtech company, growing rapidly under the mission of “pursuing the innovation of food system in a sustainable way.” Using the agricultural data collected from their digital technology, Greenlabs is leading an unprecedented digital transformation in the global market beyond the Korean market. Greenlabs provides a one stop farming service from production to distribution to finance. With their agricultural comprehensive platform, “Farm Morning,” farmers can access necessary farming information and increase production. Then, with their cloud based smart farms, they help farmers manage farms easily. The goods produced as a result are then distributed with the B2B marketplace platform “Sinsun Hi,” and this platform encourages equal access to price information and reduces inefficient distribution procedures. In addition, Greenlabs is striving to revitalize the eco-friendly agricultural industry by developing carbon reduction technologies linked to digital agricultural technologies and by exploring low carbon livestock markets.
The NJHA Board of Directors had been preparing for the event for the months leading up to the days in Montana and hosted workshops throughout the week for the attendees. Workshops ranged from a personality test to assist with determining their different leadership strengths, as well as the different lessons that assist with change and learning your individual habits, rituals, and patterns. The closing keynote speaker, Cheryl Mitchell, joined the attendees during the entire event, participating in each tour and activity, as well as coaching the NJHA
PAGE 52 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 News Sky is the Limit for Hereford Juniors at Faces of Leadership. There were 92 junior members from 22 different states and Canada gathered in Billings, Mont., for the 2022 Faces of Leadership conference, hosted by the National Junior Hereford Association (NJHA) on August 3-6. The theme of the conference was “Sky’s the Limit,” hosting tours of Hereford operations in the big sky country, inspirational and educational keynote speakers, sessions hosted by the NJHA Board of Directors, tours of the iconic Public Auction Yards (PAY’s), and fun adventures that included white water rafting on the Yellowstone River. A highlight of the event was hearing from legendary owner/operator of PAY’s, Joe Goggins. He fielded difficult questions posed by the Hereford juniors about the future of the industry and the best ways to continue to be progressive and forward thinking. “We have made cattle on the North American continent much better,” said Goggins. “If you outwork your competition, then the sky’s the limit for this generation moving forward.” Insightful leadership lessons were also provided by the keynote speakers. Amanda Radke kicked off the first afternoon with an emphasis on being leaders in the industry and sharing our ag story with the public. “More important than your passion is to find your purpose,” said Radke. “Passions can change, but your purpose will not.” This purpose driven life was emphasized in the tours of the Hereford operations. The first evening was spent at Mohican West Polled Herefords, Laurel, Mont., where junior members had the opportunity to see MOHICAN BLUEPRINT 69B. The next day hosted tours of ORIgen, Billings, Mont., where juniors saw the different ways the company manages bulls and provides opportunities for seedstock and commercial producers. Following this, the attendees traveled to L Bar W Cattle Company in Absarokee, Mont. There they heard from McKenzie Johnston of Nebraska before exploring the cattle on a hayride. This operation provided high quality viewing of Line 1 Hereford females as well as a strong line of F1 Hereford-Angus cross cattle.
As CEO, Lowe will manage the operations of the company, including overseeing the development of pipeline products and solutions and leading the development of the overall organization’s strategy. Lowe joined the company effective August 15. About Axiota Animal Health. Axiota Animal Health discovers, develops, and commercializes scientifically proven products, such as Multimin® 90, LactiproNXT ®, and LactiproFLX ®, to support the health and performance of cattle during transition and stress across all stages of beef and dairy production. To learn more, visit www.axiota.com
Prior to his new position with Axiota Animal Health, Lowe worked for Zoetis for more than a decade, including as senior vice president of the U.S. cattle and equine business and, most recently, leading the Global Commercial Development team for livestock, responsible for the strategic evaluation of innovation for all livestock species. Prior to his time with Zoetis, Lowe worked for Exxon Chemical and Schering Plough Animal Health for nearly 20 years. He received a marketing degree from the Chartered Institute of Marketing in the
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The Faces of Leadership conference is supported by the Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) and the Rick and Bonnie Coley-Malir Endowment. The 2023 conference will be hosted in Malir’s hometown of Columbus, Ohio. Stay tuned for more information regarding next year’s conference.
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Board of Directors on the proper way to host their workshops. By attending all of the different aspects of the conference, she was able to bring highlights of the week into her keynote, using the white water rafting as an analogy, the tours as learning material, and the speakers as inspiration.“Your mind is the most powerful organ that you have,” said Mitchell, as she emphasized the importance of being a good leader and taking care of your body, mind, and spirit in order to lead others. “It is where you win and lose every decision, every choice in your life. From the minute you get out of bed, you make 35,000 decisions each day, all within your mind. So how are you using it and strengthening it?”
New CEO United Kingdom and a Bachelor of Science degree in physics from Exeter University. Rich Shuler, Axiota Animal Health executive chairman and chairman of the board, said, “Jon brings a wealth of industry experience to our team. We are confident he will help build Axiota into a leading global cattle company that delivers novel innovation for the customers we serve.”
Recently, Axiota Animal Health, a global company focused on developing products to help cattle thrive during transition and stress, announced Jon Lowe as chief executive officer. With nearly 30 years in the animal health industry, Lowe’s hiring affirms the company’s commitment to expand real world innovation and solutions for the cattle industry. Lowe said, “I am excited to be joining this incredible team at this pivotal time in Axiota’s journey.”
About the National Junior Hereford Association. NJHA is one of the largest, strongest, and most active junior cattle programs in the country. Over the years, members of this association have gone on to earn international and domestic respect as models for youth organizational success. The NJHA, through its extensive educational programs, continues to lay the foundation for the beef industry’s future leaders. The traditions of the past, coupled with the energy of today’s board of directors, have created a progressive approach to further develop a meaningful and educational association focus. About the American Hereford Association. The American Hereford Association, with headquarters in Kansas City, Mo., is one of the largest U.S. beef breed associations. The not-for-profit organization, along with its subsidiaries — Certified Hereford Beef (CHB) LLC, Hereford Publications Inc. (HPI), and American Beef Records Association (ABRA) — provides programs and services for its members and their customers while promoting the Hereford breed and supporting education, youth, and research.
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On July 21, the Spartanburg County Livestock Producers Association held a mid-summer meeting at Spartanburg Community College. The meeting was held indoors due to threatening summer storms and extreme heat. Several of the county legislative delegates were in attendance. They had a chance to meet with some of their voters in person and hear their concerns and questions.Themeal consisted of fresh hamburgers provided by Knockout Butchery in Pauline and all the fixings. During the meeting, James Arron Trammel was acknowledged with a Lifetime Achievement Award. Jim has been a member of our organization since it began and has served in several positions. The most enjoyable was his time on the scholarship board. Jim was born in Woodruff and lived there all his life. He married Evelyn Woodruff and raised three children, who all went to Clemson University. In 1960 Jim graduated from Clemson with a B.S. and M.S. in dairy science and chemistry. He served in the United States Navy, serving on active duty, and then in the Naval Reserves and retired as a Commander after 29 years. Jim will turn 90 this year, and we all wish him a Happy Birthday. It is a pleasure to know and call Jim a friend. Steve Bruce (President of the SCLPA) presented Jim with the plaque as his entire family watched.
• Encourage cattle grazing in underutilized pasture by limiting them to certain pasture sections and slowly adding and removing sections over time.
1. Maximize stored cattle feedWhen cattle feed is not stored properly, it loses volume and nutritional value. Avoid shrink loss and packing issues by harvesting haylage and silage at the right moisture level. Ensure proper fermentation by storing in an anaerobic environment and utilizing inoculants. Inside storage for hay is ideal, but when not feasible, store on a surface that allows for drainage, such as gravel, tires, or railroad ties, to keep the underside of bales dry. Proper spacing between bales allows air movement and improves drying when the weather does impact bales. Be aware of storing timelines when feeding wet byproducts. Distillers’ grains and gluten must be fed within four days in summer and within a week in winter.
• Consider strip grazing crop aftermath, like corn stalks.
4. Avoid hay waste - According to the University of Nebraska, feeding hay to cattle with 24 hour free choice access can result in 25-45 percent hay waste due
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Cut cattle feed costs; don’t cut corners. Maximize efficiency and minimize waste to help cut feed costs without impacting production. Whether you’re in an area suffering from drought or not, cattle feed cost is the single largest expense in the cow/calf sector, and prices are still on the rise. Although the future looks strong, with a recent CattleFax report predicting the gap between calf prices and cash cow costs to narrow in 2022, the current situation has producers asking, “Where can I cut?”1 “Decisions made today can affect calf weaning weights this year, how quick a cow will rebreed and calve next year, and even the weight of her next year’s calf,” reminds N.T. Cosby, Ph.D., senior consulting nutritionist with Purina Animal Nutrition. “Producers looking for cost savings should choose strategies to save money now, without losing advantage in strong markets later.” “Utilizing tactics to cut waste and inefficiencies when feeding cattle can have an impact on an operation’s bottom line,” says Cosby. “The goal is to cut costs without sacrificing performance.” Explore management strategies to help reduce cattle feed costs:
• Grazing programs can include strategic fencing, water placement, herding, pasture rotation and rest, forage species variation, and more.
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2. Take advantage of grazing opportunities - In areas with available pastures, a strategic grazing program can help increase your operation’s carrying capacity, extend grazing days and reduce dependence on harvested and stored feed. Design a cattle grazing program to make the most of your available forages:
“The cow/calf business is more of a marathon than a sprint,” shares Cosby. “Cutting extra input costs from waste and inefficiency can allow you to make your feed dollars work harder now and keep your operation on track for long term goals.”Visit purinamills.com or contact your local Purina dealer for tips on cutting feed costs without cutting performance. Reference 1CattleFax weekly bulletin. June 3, 2022, Issue 26. About Purina Animal Nutrition.
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By ROSCOE KYLE to sorting, trampling on, and soiling the hay. Feeding hay in smaller amounts and in well drained areas can reduce waste. Also, research the most efficient hay rings or utilize “hay traps” that reduce access time. Operations in drier climates or range settings may consider unrolling hay or processed forages.
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3. Monitor mineral intake - “A well balanced mineral supplement is the cornerstone of a nutrition program that can impact reproduction, health, longevity, soundness, and efficient energy utilization,” Cosby emphasized. The biggest factor affecting mineral cost is consistent intake. “If a mineral isn’t being consumed, the rancher has paid for something that is giving no return,” says Cosby. “If the mineral is overconsumed, the cost per day may exceed the value returned.” Monitor mineral intake and adjust the number of mineral feeders and the location of feeding stations to achieve your goal consumption rate.
• Supplements such as blocks, protein tubs, or liquid supplements can promote cattle grazing in underutilized pasture or range areas, potentially increasing grazing days.
Some of the chronic and acute health risks farmers and farm workers are faced with •include:Exposure to farm chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilizers.
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• Falls from farm equipment, grain bins ladders, or other heights.
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just a few of the many hazards that can be found on farms and ranches. Raising awareness of farm safety issues and preventing and reducing injuries and fatalities begins with having the proper attitude about farm safety. As a farm owner, setting a good example for employees and family members when it comes to safety can go a long way in reducing risks and hazards on your farm. Being a role model for safe behavior is essential, especially for children and youth who reside or work on our farms.
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FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 400-450 427 $139.94 $597.54 450-500 471 $139.92 $659.02 500-550 523 $135.53 $708.82 550-600 572 $134.03 $766.65 600-650 623 $125.91 $784.42 650-700 672 $126.69 $851.36
FEEDER STEERS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 400-450 425 $155.54 $661.05 450-500 473 $160.56 $759.45 500-550 527 $156.20 $823.17 550-600 576 $163.69 $942.85 600-650 623 $151.19 $941.91 650-700 671 $148.92 $999.25
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According to the best data available on childhood agricultural injuries, approximately 33 children are injured in agricultural related incidents each day in the United States (National Children’s Center for Rural and Agricultural Health and Safety Report 2020 Fact Sheet). Parents have an obligation to teach and encourage the importance of safe farming practices for their children, who are the future of Agriculturalagriculture.injuries, depending on the severity, usually mean lost time from work. For a farmer, this can result in crops not being planted, tended, or harvested on time, livestock not properly cared for, or the hundreds of other daily chores farmers are responsible for. Time lost at the ER and doctor’s office seeking medical care for ag related injuries as well as recovery time is costly.
PAGE 56 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 Each year since 1944, the third week of September has been recognized as National Farm Safety and Health Week. This recognition was initiated by the National Safety Council and has been proclaimed by each sitting U.S. President since Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the first document. National Farm Safety and Health Week is intended to remind rural communities that agriculture is one of the most dangerous occupations in this country, and farm injuries and fatalities are preventable. The most recent data (2019) from the U.S. Department of Labor indicates the agricultural sector is still the most dangerous in America, with 573 fatalities or an equivalate of 23 deaths per 100,000 workers. This year’s theme is Protecting Agricultures Future. No matter the season or type of operation, farmers work in hazardous environments. Increasing farmers’ and agricultural workers’ knowledge about the hazards and risks they face can help them make better choices and change practices which can hopefully lead to fewer injuries and fatalities. Agriculture is different from other industries in that it can present hazards to individuals not actively involved in the industry, such as family members and visitors as well as workers. Protecting agriculture’s future begins with making our farms and ranches a safer place to live and work.
Cattle Receipts: 12,284 • Previous Month: 15,394 Feeder supply - 32% steers • 42% heifers • 26% bulls
• Livestock are unpredictable and N.C. Trends, and Prices for the Month of JULY 2022
• Excessive exposure to the sun and ultraviolet rays can result in skin cancer.
• PTO entanglements are a major cause of severe injury and fatalities and most often involve the equipment operator. Livestock handling precautions
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An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure is certainly true when it comes to farm safety. Most, if not all, agricultural injuries and fatalities are preventable when you follow safe operating practices. The following are some general guidelines and tips: Proper attire Loose fitting clothing can become entangled in gears, pulleys, rotating shafts, and on sharp edges. As a precaution, wear properly fitting clothing; keep shirts tucked in and cuffs buttoned. Remove loose jewelry and keep long hair under a cap, hat, or head covering. Power take off safety (PTO)
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• Joint and ligament injuries, which can lead to arthritic conditions affecting mobility.•Mental health concerns resulting from stress due to conditions such as weather, working long hours, pests and disease infestations of crops and livestock, financial concerns, etc.
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FEEDER BULLS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 400-450 423 $154.61 $654.00 450-500 472 $144.82 $683.55 500-550 525 $139.97 $734.84 550-600 573 $140.23 $803.52 600-650 622 $131.13 $815.63 650-700 671 $123.83 $830.90
• PTO drive lines can pose extreme hazards. Although today’s equipment comes with appropriate guards and shielding, older machines may lack proper safety guards. Replace missing or damaged PTO guards before operating the equipment.
• Risk of injury from operating equipment and machinery.
• Exposure to high levels of dust, which may contain mold and bacteria.
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• ALWAYS disengage the PTO, stop the tractor engine, and remove the key before leaving the operator’s seat.
• ALWAYS walk around tractors and machinery and never step over a rotating PTO driveline shaft.
• Exposure to loud noises that can lead to noise induced hearing loss (NIHL).
• Consider using pilot/escort vehicles to accompany (lead the way and or follow) tractors and other slow moving farm equipment during travel on roadways.
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• NEVER ALLOW EXTRA RIDERS
• Know and respect the animal’s flight zone and blind spot.
• ALWAYS wear your safety belt on equipment that has a ROPS structure. DO NOT wear a safety belt if the equipment does not have a ROPS structure.
• Read the operator’s manual before operating the equipment. Make sure anyone operating a tractor or other equipment is properly trained and recognize that youths may lack experience or judgement skills and require additional training and supervision.
• Rollover protection structures (ROPS) are designed to provide a protected space in case of a rollover/overturn and are 99 percent effective in preventing serious injury or death in the event of an overturn when used with a seatbelt.
• Conduct pre-operational safety checks before each equipment use. Roadway and Transportation Safety
• Two common causes of vehicle/ farm equipment crashes include rear end collisions and motorists attempting to pass slow moving farm vehicles.
• Make certain all lighting and warning flashers are working properly, and SMV emblems can be easily seen by motorists.•Avoid traveling before dawn and after dusk, and when possible, avoid traveling during periods of high traffic congestion.
• ALWAYS use extreme caution when working bulls.
Accidental injections of certain livestock medications pose potential risks ranging from local irritation to severe reactions that can affect the entire body and even death in some cases.
Tractor safety • Tractors are the leading cause of fatalities on farms, with side and rear overturns being the most frequent cause of tractor related deaths.
• When towing equipment, make sure the load is balanced and properly secured and the tractor is large enough to safely stop the load.
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650-700 666 $131.24 $874.06 FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 400-450 422 $143.58 $605.91 450-500 470 $143.50 $674.45 500-550 519 $140.86 $731.06 550-600 570 $137.32 $782.72 600-650 616 $132.98 $819.16 650-700 670 $128.20 $858.94 Source: S.C. Dept. of Agriculture - USDA Market News Service, Columbia, S.C. - 803-737-4491 SLAUGHTER CLASSESAvg.Wt. Price Cows - % Lean Breaker 1,478 $77.47 Boner 1,231 $80.21 Lean 1,011 $73.91 Bulls - Yield Grade 1-2 1,581 $102.17 FEEDER CLASSES
• Obey all traffic laws, be mindful of motorists, and remember, courtesy is a key component of roadway safety. Safe farming practices should be a top priority, not an afterthought. Many farmers are happy to invest in land, livestock, and machinery but are often reluctant to invest in the things that will improve safety in their operations. The simple fact is that many of the measures that can be taken to make the job safer don’t cost a penny. Many farm injuries and fatalities happen because work is not properly planned, risks are not recognized, proper precautions are not taken, or equipment is used incorrectly. Let’s protect agriculture’s future by making our farms and ranches safer places to live and work! $156.02 $901.80 622 $155.71 $968.52 662 $146.75 $971.49 BULLS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 425 $162.76 $691.73 470 $155.94 $732.92 516 $147.25 $759.81 565 $143.05 $808.23 600-650 622 $135.09 $840.26
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S.C. Cattle Receipts, Trends, and Prices for the Month of JULY 2022 Cattle Receipts: 7,207 • Previous Month: 10,459 Feeder supply - 36% steers • 42% heifers • 23% bulls FEEDER STEERS (Medium and Large 1-2) Wt. Range Avg. Wt. CWT Avg. Price 400-450 426 $169.14 $720.54 450-500 479 $161.89 $775.45 500-550 519 $158.02 $820.12 550-600 578
• Always leave an escape route when working livestock in close quarters.
• One in ten tractor operators will overturn a tractor in their lifetime, and 80 percent of fatalities caused by rollovers happen to experienced farmers.
• Needle sticks are a common source of injury on livestock operations.
• Lock brake pedals together to ensure adequate braking for road travel. Consult operator’s manual for other safe operating procedures.
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• Operating tractors and slow moving farm equipment on public roadways are becoming increasingly hazardous as rural populations increase and traffic congestion on roadways grows.
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Zoetis Receives Expanded Labels for Beef Implant Products. Three reimplant combinations now available for feedyard producers. Zoetis recently announced it has received expanded label approval from the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) on three beef implant products. Synovex Choice is the foundation of new reimplant labels that are now available to feedlot operations, which also include Synovex Plus and Synovex One Feedlot. “This approval provides beef producers with enhanced flexibility to more broadly use these technologies to help them meet their prod1uction and profitability goals,” said John Hallberg, DVM, Ph.D., U.S. director of regulatory affairs, Zoetis. “The performance benefits of Synovex Choice, Synovex Plus, and Synovex One Feedlot have long been proven and this is the logical next step for the industry.” These three products are approved for reimplanting programs in both steers and heifers fed in confinement for slaughter. The three reimplantation labels include:•Synovex Choice followed by Synovex Choice, 60-120 days later • Synovex Choice followed by Synovex Plus, 60-120 days later • Synovex Choice followed by Synovex One Feedlot, 60-120 days later Effective immediately, existing packges of Synovex Choice, Synovex Plus, and Synovex One Feedlot can be used in reimplanting programs at feedlots. Animal health product suppliers and cattle producers will begin seeing updated labels with the approved reimplantation language by the end of 2022. “The Synovex brand has contributed more than 66 years of growth productivity and innovation to the U.S. beef cattle industry,” said Paul Parker, senior marketing manager, Zoetis. “We recognized the need and committed our resources to seek approval for these reimplant labels. These new label indications provide cattle feeders with proven options to help optimize performance in a profitable and sustainable manner.” For more information on how the expanded labels will fit your operation, please visit with your Zoetis sales representative. You also can visit www. Synovex.com to learn more. Refer to individual labels for complete directions for use, precautions, and warnings. Reimplant only if and as directed in labeling. About Zoetis. As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After 70 years innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect and treat animal illness, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide, from livestock farmers to veterinarians and pet owners. The company’s leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics, and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, Zoetis generated revenue of $7.8 billion in 2021 with approximately 12,100 employees. For more, visit zoetis.com
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Foodservice Trends Drive Beef Demand. The next time you eat out, don’t be surprised if a friendly robot delivers your steak dinner. With labor being the primary challenge facing food service operators today, technology is rolling in to combat staff shortages. Robot servers were one of the top trends highlighted during the annual National Restaurant Association (NRA) Trade Show held in May. Staff from NCBA, a contractor of the Beef Checkoff, attended the show in Chicago to learn about emerging foodservice trends that may impact the beef industry and to connect with restaurant owners, chefs, and foodservice executives to make sure beef remains at the center of the plate. With more than 1,700 exhibitors and attendees from all 50 states and 110 countries, the NRA Show is the largest annual gathering of foodservice professionals in the Western Hemisphere. It is designed for those seeking new and better ways to operate their restaurant establishments, grow their customer base, broaden their networks, and increase their “Attendingsuccess.this show gives us perspective on how to promote beef to the foodservice industry in the future,” said Mark Johnson, director of supply chain engagement at NCBA. “Understanding restaurant trends and needs also helps us keep beef on menus.”While robot delivery dogs and mechanical cooks grabbed the attention of show attendees, other hot topics, including increasing menu prices, retaining employees, and changing supply chain issues, were also discussed during educational sessions. In addition, sustainability continued to be a topic of conversation for restaurants working to reduce their environmental impact. Restauranteurs are looking at every aspect of their businesses to enhance sustainability efforts, including reducing food waste and water consumption, using recyclable to-go containers, and shortening their supply chain. Sourcing of ingredients also plays a role in sustainability, and the pandemic shined a light on the impact ingredients have on the bottom“Duringline.the pandemic, restaurants pared down menus to reduce labor needs and save costs,” said Sarah Clymore, NCBA’s manager of manufacturer engagement. “Menu offerings are slowly returning; however, restaurants are creating diverse menu options by using fewer ingredients in unique ways.” This need for “making more with less” enforces the importance of educating foodservice operators about the versatility of beef and how cuts can be used in numerous ways for various flavor profiles. NCBA, on behalf of the Beef Checkoff, has made great strides to incorporate beef on menus from fast food to fine dining and everything in between. According to Clymore, it was clear that beef remains a popular protein at restaurants across the country. She noted that never ending lines for beef samples wrapped around the show floor, demonstrating the power of beef’s taste. Attendees and exhibitors alike were also excited about NCBA’s engagement during the show. “Show attendees were eager to talk with NCBA to discuss potential partnership opportunities to promote beef,” said Clymore. “It was apparent that NCBA is the trusted leader in the beef industry and is well known and respected among foodservice professionals.”
To increase awareness of how beef is raised safely, humanely, and sustainably, NCBA, a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, implemented the Raised and Grown Campaign in spring 2022. The campaign utilized a multifaceted approach to reach targeted consumers through video, audio, native advertising, social media, as well as public relations efforts. The campaign featured Environmental Stewardship Award Program and Beef Quality Assurance award winning producers across the country to give consumers the opportunity to connect personally with the people producing their Throughoutfood. the campaign, the popular interactive map on the Beef Checkoff funded Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. website featured producers in every state and guided consumers on their beef sustainability journey. To kick off raised and grown efforts, agriculture influencers celebrated National Ag Day on March 22 by sharing what the day meant to them and highlighting sustainability practices on their own farms and ranches. These social posts alone reached nearly 2 million people. Earth Day on April 22 brought the next big touch point with consumers, and the “Beef and The Earth” video series was launched. Five short videos featuring ESAP regional winners celebrated the people behind the beef and shared beef’s sustainability story through websites and social media channels. In addition, Chef’s Roll, a peer-to-peer network of chefs and foodservice professionals, shared a video showing how producers utilize spent brewers’ grains as cattle feed. To engage kids in the sustainability
conservation, NCBA partnered with kid focused media outlets, such as The Week Jr. and ScoutLife. Through these partnerships, kids and parents were directed to the newly created Beef Sustainability for Kids page on www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com On the page, kids found videos, graphics, games, articles, and kid approved beef recipes to learn more about beef production across the Throughcountry.sponsored news content, multimedia news releases, and content partnerships, media outlets from coast to coast included information about the role cattle play in preserving resources for future generations. Well known publications such as Texas Monthly, Seattle Pi , and Parade shared stories of ranchers across the U.S. who utilize practices that make beef sustainable. This integrated effort shared beef’s positive sustainability message with consumers across the nation and generated nearly 85 million impressions, including 5.3 million video views and 2.5 million audio ad listens. Learn more at www.BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com Reference 1 Sustainability Message Testing, January 2022
Sharing Beef’s Story From Pasture to Plate
. Before consumers pick up a pack of steaks at the grocery store, a lot of questions run through their minds, such as how will they taste and are they easy to prepare? For many families, these are the primary decision making points when shopping. There are, however, consumers who are also concerned about how their food is raised and grown, and that information helps them decide what to buy.
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For those consumers who are interested in learning where their food comes from, what information do they really want to know? Based on consumer insights, beef buyers want to hear about the positive environmental and economic impacts of cattle production, how cattle grazing preserves the environment and helps prevent wildfires and understand how cattle play a role in the carbon cycle.1 From animal care and greenhouse gas emissions to upcycling and resource conservation, consumers want to know how cattle are cared for and their impact on the environment.
In 2005, the Supreme Court of the United States ruled in the case Johanns v. Livestock Marketing Association that the Checkoff was constitutional. Writing for the majority in the 6-3 decision, Justice Antonin Scalia relied on the government speech doctrine by writing, “the message set out in the beef promotions is from beginning to end the message established by the Federal Government…” In short, since the Checkoff was established by Congressional action and implemented through USDA’s administrative order, the Checkoff is government speech. In 2016, R-CALF filed a lawsuit against USDA, claiming the Montana Beef Council and other State Beef Councils structured as private entities were not being true to the government speech doctrine. This is because R-CALF did not feel that there was adequate oversight by USDA. For six years, USDA has been working to defend the Checkoff in this case. Montana ranchers Watty Taylor, Gene Curry, and Lee Cornwell showed tremendous leadership and fortitude
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Public Justice does not care about the Checkoff, but given the backgrounds of their staff and connections to animal activists, you can bet that doing whatever it takes to weaken the cattle industry is an opportunity they will not pass up.
The Checkoff belongs to you. Yes, there are disagreements about the program, but the last thing we should tolerate is allowing a group purporting to represent cattle producers to bring activists into the discussion. As I write this, Public Justice is representing R-CALF in yet another lawsuit against USDA trying to dismantle the Checkoff. I’ll keep you posted.
In late June, the Supreme Court denied R-CALF’s petition, thus ending this case and once again protecting the Checkoff.
Public Justice, which was founded in 1982 as Trial Lawyers for Public Justice, has been providing R-CALF with the legal work on this case. All you must do is look at their website to find that the company they keep is not looking out for the best interests of America’s cattle producers. Public Justice’s staff come from organizations such as the Humane Society of the United States, the Environmental Defense Fund, Earthjustice, and other groups that have a track record of antagonizing agriculture. In one of R-CALF’s filings with the U.S. Supreme Court, it came to light that they were also doing work for PETA and the Animal Legal Defense Fund. Bill Bullard’s friends and attorneys are the same ones representing groups that want to put us out of business.
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The Supreme Court Has Spoken…Again by joining the Montana Beef Council, Nebraska Beef Council, Texas Beef Council, and Pennsylvania Beef Council to intervene in the case and support USDA’s defense. This opened the door for NCBA’s involvement, and one year ago, the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals vindicated the Checkoff and dealt another legal defeat to Bill Bullard’s R-CALF. That didn’t stop them, though, and they followed up late last year by petitioning the Supreme Court to hear their case.
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The Supreme Court found no reason to re-hash old arguments when it was clear that USDA has appropriate and adequate oversight to ensure that all Checkoff funds are being spent in compliance with the Beef Promotion and Research Act and the accompanying USDA administrative order that implements the Checkoff. While I wrote about R-CALF’s Supreme Court petition late last year, I felt that we needed to talk again about the group that is doing Bill Bullard’s bidding.
PETA’s mission statement says they oppose a human supremacist worldview called speciesism and that they focus their attention on areas like food animal production, in which they believe the largest number of animals suffer the most intensely for the longest periods of time. They routinely use shock tactics and celebrities to draw the media’s attention to their efforts to eliminate animal agriculture, hunting, and animal research. They have been behind hidden camera efforts on farms, dairies, and ranches, in which they get animal extremists to gain employment under false pretense in order to secretly film what they believe is cruelty to animals. The Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF), much like PETA, supports plant based diets and has lobbied for moratoriums on CAFOs and large scale dairies. They criticize us for greenhouse gas emissions and pollution.
ALDF spends its resources trying to defeat “ag-gag” laws because they interfere with their targeting of animal ag operations via undercover videos. In watching activist groups work in D.C., I know that part of their strategy is to divide industries in order to get them to fight each other. While these intra-industry fights are going on, attention is diverted from the activist efforts to weaken the targeted industry.
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PAGE 64 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 Beef Promotion and Research Program PRIVATE TREATY SALES CHECKOFF INVESTMENT FORM Information is required by (7 CRF 1260.201). Failure to report can result in a fine. Information is held confidential (7 CRF 1260.203). Today’s Date: ________________ Seller’s Name: ____________________________ Buyer’s Name: ____________________________ Address: Address: City: ________________ State: ____ Zip: City: ________________ State: ____ Zip: ______ Seller’s Signature: _________________________ Buyer’s Signature: _________________________ Both the seller & the buyer are responsible for making sure that the $1.50 per head assessment is collected and remitted to the Beef Promotion & Research Board. Total Number of Cattle Sold: ___________________ x $1.50 Per Head = $ Date of Sale: __________________ Person remitting assessment form: Seller o Buyer o * State of Origin of Cattle: * If the cattle purch ased came from another state within the last 30 days, indicate from which state the cattle were purchased. Send Report and Remittance to: SOUTH CAROLINA BEEF COUNCIL P.O. Box 11280 Columbia, SC 29211
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Already, the House Agriculture Committee has held listening sessions and even opened a portal for public comment on Farm Bill programs. This is where your voice matters. Members of Congress need to hear directly from cattle producers who have used these programs and have suggestions on how to improve them. Now is the time to step up and share your thoughts. I encourage you to get in touch with NCBA to share your story on how these programs helped you and how they can be made even better. As an organization of grassroots cattle producers, your voice is what makes all the difference. Thank you for placing your trust in this association and for being a member of NCBA.
Programs like the Pasture, Rangeland, and Forage program (PRF) or the Livestock Risk Protection program (LRP) allow producers to manage risk through multiple programs. In the past few years, these programs have been improved in different ways and become a way to hedge risk against natural disasters, weather, and market conditions. PRF allows producers to insure against poor forage conditions or limited feed, while LRP provides insurance against a drop in cattle market prices. Once in a lifetime market conditions like the COVID-19 pandemic illustrated the continued need for risk management, and NCBA will continue advocating for these helpful programs in the next Farm Bill. When managing risk is not enough, disaster relief programs provide a way for producers to return to as much normalcy in operations as possible. The Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees, and Farm Raised Fish Program (ELAP) covers losses caused by drought, wildlife, blizzards, disease, or high heat. The Livestock Indemnity Program (LIP) helps producers recover from attacks by animals like wolves or adverse weather, and the Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) assists when drought or fire makes grazing impossible.
I know this is a long list of programs and acronyms, but producers across the country have benefited from these resources. Since the start of this year, we’ve seen extreme blizzards, record heat, drought, and wildlife attacks, to name just a few of the many challenges facing cattle producers. When we advocate for these programs in the next Farm Bill, acknowledging their impact on producers like you and me will be crucial.
By DON SCHIEFELBEIN National Cattlemen’s Beef Association It was great to see so many of you in Reno, Nev., at NCBA’s Summer Business Meeting. Together, the Summer Business Meeting and our annual convention form the bedrock of our grassroots policy process. In my family operation, just like within NCBA, we have our fair share of opinions, but at the end of the day, we stand united for our industry. Leaving Reno, I’m excited to turn our attention to the next big issue for our industry — the 2023 Farm Bill. Authorized every five years, the Farm Bill is the largest piece of legislation impacting all of agriculture. For the cattle industry, the Farm Bill presents an opportunity to invest in animal health, risk management, disaster programs, and voluntary conservation programs. With Congress likely to be wary of increasing the overall Farm Bill price tag, we will need to advocate for every dollar that goes into programs that benefit cattle producers Moving Forward on Farm Bill Priorities and provide protections for our industry. In the 2018 Farm Bill, NCBA secured authorization and funding for the National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank, which currently houses Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD) vaccine to protect the U.S. herd against an FMD outbreak. The 2018 Farm Bill also saw a strengthening of voluntary conservation programs like the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQUIP). EQUIP provides financial support for producers who wish to voluntarily implement conservation practices, like cover crops, prescribed grazing, irrigation, and more. This program is extremely beneficial, and keeping it voluntary prevents the government from mandating production methods in the name of conservation.
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PAGE 66 The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 As a world leading trade fair for professional animal husbandry and livestock management, EuroTier 2022 will kick off with an attractive exhibition portfolio and technical program featuring numerous market leaders and leading industry experts. Around 1,600 exhibitors from 55 countries will be presenting their innovations, products, and services at the leading international livestock venue from November 15-18 in Hanover, Germany. According to the latest EuroTier and EnergyDecentral Visitor Tracker survey, interest among potential visitors is currently very high. Some 98 percent of the national and international farmers surveyed are currently planning to visit EuroTier 2022, with 62 percent already certain they will attend in Hanover. With spotlights, expert forums, conferences, and industry events, the technical program focuses on “Transforming Animal Farming.” Part of the program will be held as digital events, starting in October on www.dlg-connect. com, a digital knowledge sharing platform launched and developed by DLG (German Agricultural Society), EuroTier’s organizer.
• Network Focus on Animal Welfare (Hall 26) - In Germany, the project “Netzwerk Fokus Tierwohl” (Network Focus on Animal Welfare), which is funded by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), aims to strengthen livestock farming for the long term. Presented at EuroTier 2022, the feature will be answering questions on current animal welfare issues. In the poultry sector, these include managing non-beak trimmed laying hens and the improvement of the housing environment. In the dairy sector, animal welfare experts will provide information on topics such as calf rearing with mother cows and feeding and walking areas. For pig producers, the feature will explore alternative farrowing systems, animal housing concepts for sow management and rearing piglets, and experiences with the anesthesia isoflurane.
The EnergyDecentral trade fair, to be held in parallel, will focus on the possibilities of decentralized energy generation in the current energy debate. With around 1,600 expected exhibitors, 13 halls, and some 240,000 square meters of exhibition space, as well as a high quality international technical program, EuroTier will once again be the highlight of the international livestock industry in mid-November, attracting an international and professional audience
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“Transforming Animal Farming” - International technical program “Transforming Animal Farming” - the guiding theme of EuroTier 2022 - gets to the heart of the matter: production and value chains are currently undergoing a transformation. The direction of travel for pig, cattle, and poultry producers will be shown by this world leading trade fair for professional livestock farming in its technical program at the trade fair in Hanover and on the DLG Connect digital platform.•DLG Spotlight: Integrated farm concepts (Hall 26) - Future husbandry concepts must be designed with animal welfare, the environment, the climate, and the consumer in mind while maintaining competitiveness. International experts, who have been tackling this complex task, will be presenting integrated animal housing concepts for sows, piglets, finishing pigs, as well as dairy cows and pullets.•DLG Spotlight: Feed for Future (Hall 21) - Feed formulations are constantly evolving. At the same time, new feedstuffs and feeding processes are developed, improving animal welfare or reducing nutrient surpluses to enable environmentally friendly use. Leading companies from the international feed industry will present innovative feedstuffs, feed processes, and formulations. These include novel protein sources from algae and insects, which are currently available as alternatives for protein supply.
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• DLG Spotlight: Aquaculture Lounge (Hall 21) - What potential for alternative raw material sources does ‘growth in water’ offer? For feed, food and energy, what innovations are available? The “Aquaculture Lounge” invites visitors to discover the opportunities in the production of fish, mussels, crayfish, and aquatic plants. DLG and the ‘”Bioeconomy at Marine Sites (BaMS)” coordinated by Kiel University will create the space for an international venue.
EuroTier 2022 — World Leading Livestock Trade Fair to this world leading trade fair for animal farming and livestock management. “With exhibitors from 55 countries, including numerous market leaders, and our international event and congress program with its long running EuroTier features such as the TopTierTreff alongside a new start up exhibition area ‘DLG-AgrifutureLab’ as well as the EnergyDecentral trade fair, EuroTier will be setting standards in terms of product and topic diversity. In short, EuroTier is the international industry platform and network of professional exchange,” says Ines Rathke, EuroTier project manager, DLG. International industry get together: Exhibitor database online - Numerous market leaders, both national and international, as well as young innovative companies and start ups, are represented at EuroTier. National pavilions from Denmark, Finland, France, the United Kingdom, South Korea, and the United States, among others, reflect the international character of the trade fair.
• DLG Spotlight: Direct farm sales (Hall 26) - Products from one’s own region with traceable origin and freshness are important reasons why many people decide to buy agricultural products “directly from the farmer,” for example, in a farm shop. On-farm processing and retailing are therefore becoming attractive to more and more agricultural businesses and farms. The direct farm sales feature is a first at EuroTier. It is part of a DLG Spotlight presenting sales technical solutions, products, and services as well as current marketing strategies in best practice examples.
• TopTierTreff - International venue for ‘Top Genetics’ (Hall 11) - A must for national and international cattle breeders is the TopTierTreff, where leading breeding companies and organizations from the dairy and beef cattle sectors present live animals. In addition, specialist visitors can inspect national and international sheep and goat breeds. Breeding animals and offspring of the various dairy breeds will be presented several times a day with live commentary by experts. A specialist program on breeding issues and dairy and meat production will round off the event.
• Forum events with interactive discussions - Taking part in the forums in EuroTier’s technical program are an opportunity for interactive discussions with national and international experts, mostly in English. In the “DLG Pig & Poultry” forum (Hall 17), participants will together provide answers to the question: Does it make more sense under the current conditions to continue to specialize or to diversify? This question is particularly relevant for pig farms in the export oriented countries of Germany, the Netherlands, Belgium, and Denmark. At the “DLG-Forum Dairy &
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Feeder Cattle - Medium and Large 1-2 Kind Avg. Wt. $/lb Steers 300-400 $130.00 - 190.00 400-500 $129.00 - 188.00 500-600 $132.00 - 177.00 600-700 $128.00 - 170.00 700-800 $132.00 - 159.00 800-900 $127.50 - 159.00 Heifers 300-400 $124.00 - 169.00 400-500 $124.00 - 163.00 500-600 $119.00 - 151.00 600-700 $110.00 - 146.00 700-800 $ 95.00 - 133.00 800-900 $ 79.00 - 104.00 Slaughter Cows: (over 850 lbs) Breakers (70-80% lean) $70.00 - 90.00 Boners (80-85% lean) $65.00 - 83.00 High Dressing (70-85% lean) $75.00 - 99.00
Scholarships Help Producers Attend Cattle Industry Convention. Funding Available to Cover Some Expenses. The 2023 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show is headed to the Big Easy, and funding is available to offset some costs for producers. NCBA is offering a variety of scholarships and grants to help producers attend“WeCattleCon23.wanteveryone to have the opportunity to attend the 2023 Convention,” said NCBA President Don Schiefelbein. “These scholarships are perfect for youth, first timers and others looking to expand their network at the largest event in the beef cattle business.” Scholarship recipients receive a complimentary Education Package registration and discounted housing accommodations for three nights. Scholarships will be awarded to up to five beef cattle industry members, up to three young beef producers, and up to three students (currently enrolled in classes) in the industry. Applications for all scholarship categories are due by September 23 and will be evaluated based on eligibility and answers to application questions.Inaddition to the scholarship program, NCBA also offers the Rancher Resilience Grant, which is designed to support cattle producer attendance at impactful education events, such as Cattlemen’s College held prior to the convention. Administered by NCBA, the grant is made possible by a partnership between the National Cattlemen’s Foundation and Cargill Protein. To apply for a grant to cover registration costs and two nights hotel, visit
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• Industry events and congressesEuroTier is also a platform for numerous industry events and congresses. These include the “Cattle & Pig Event,”
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College Students Encouraged to Apply for Convention Internship. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is offering college students a unique behind the scenes experience through its annual convention internship program. The 2023 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show, the largest annual meeting of the U.S. beef cattle industry, will take place February 1-3, 2023, in New Orleans. Up to 18 interns will be selected and will be responsible for setting up the demonstration arena, assisting at committee meetings and Cattlemen’s College, participating in the NCBA booth, and posting on social media. NCBA will strive to provide students time to maximize industry networking. Student interns must be able to work January 29-February 4, 2023, provide their own transportation to New Orleans, and be at least a junior level college student at an accredited university at the time of the event. Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 GPA, preferably have a background in, or working knowledge of, the cattle and/or beef industry, and have experience with social media. This one of a kind opportunity offers college students the ability to network with industry stakeholders throughout the beef industry and gain valuable experience. Interns also receive a one year NCBA student membership. Interested students must complete an online Student Internship Application and submit college transcripts, two letters of recommendation, and a resume. The application deadline is October 21. For more information, contact Grace Webb at gwebb@beef.org
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“International Poultry Conference,” the Animal Health Event, and the DLG Talks Tier (Hall 26) (English: “DLG Talks Animals”) on the topics of food security, climate change, animal welfare, and sustainability.Inaddition, the German Association of Practicing Veterinarians (bpt) will hold its annual congress at EuroTier, “the bpt Congress,” expected to be attended by more than 2,500 veterinarians. The bpt also hosts its veterinary trade fair “bptFachmesse Veterinärmedizin” (English: “Veterinary Medicine”) at EuroTier 2022. Partner trade fair EnergyDecentral focuses on current energy discussion - The EnergyDecentral trade fair has established itself as the leading platform for decentralized energy supply, mapping the entire value chain of sustainable and independent energy production: Resources - Energy Production - Smart Energy. In the current debate about the scarcity of energy resources, the topic of decentralized energy production is moving onto the current agenda of business and politics ever more urgently. With its competence and exhibition focus on biogas, solid biofuels, photovoltaics, wind power, CHP technology, and “power-to-gas” solutions, the
“Bob and I have always believed that if our country and business leaders were raised in agriculture, our country and economy would be in the best possible shape it could be – fair, safe and prospering. Investing in this next generation is easy to justify and has a huge return,” said Lisa Norton, BioZyme President. “When I heard about the amazing gift the HYFA Board created in Bob’s honor I could not imagine how they would select a recipient. When I was told it was Cody, it was just perfect.” While immersed in the programs of NJHA and serving his tenure on the NJHA Board, Cody met Bob, who was highly engaged and encouraging. He said Bob would speak to the juniors, talk to the board during its meetings in Kansas City, and the Nortons would invite the group to their home for dinner. Cody started having more in-depth, meaningful conversations with Bob as he pursued his degree in Feed Science and Management at Kansas State University. As graduation approached, Cody interviewed for a position at the BioZyme headquarters in St. Joseph, Missouri. “Even with several job offers, after I talked to the director of operations at the time, a career at BioZyme just seemed like the best fit for me. I was still on the Junior Board, and there was opportunity for me to grow and learn,” said Jensen, now the Senior Manager of Blending.
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For a former chairman of the National Junior Hereford Board, Cody Jensen, those words couldn’t be truer. He is the inaugural Bob Norton Excellence Award winner, and the relationship he forged with Norton makes the award even more special.“It was quite the shock when I heard my name. There is such a diverse group of people on the HYFA Board, and that they chose me to receive this honor means a lot,” Jensen said. The Hereford Youth Foundation of America (HYFA) established the award to honor former member Bob Norton, the long time youth supporter and BioZyme CEO who passed away unexpectedly in the spring. The Bob Norton Excellence Award recognizes a former NJHA member who demonstrates the work ethic of Bob, along with his zest for life and dedication to youth programs. Bob and Lisa Norton and the BioZyme family have been long-time supporters of the NJHA and other youth organizations.
“I remember the day Bob called me right after they hired Cody and how excited he was to hire a young man he had met through our partnership with BioZyme,” said Amy Cowan, Director of Youth Activities and Foundation for the American Hereford Association (AHA). “Bob and I talked on several occasions about Cody, and I know how proud he was of his work ethic and his ability to lead the team there at the plant.” Jensen has been with BioZyme for more than six years now and still remains involved with his family’s Hereford operation, Jensen Brothers, in North Central Kansas. His younger sister shows cattle, and he gives back to the industry as much as he can, talking to youth and participating in industry panel discussions about leadership and career development – something Bob encouraged. He also follows another example he learned from Bob: being respectful to all and greeting everyone he meets regardless of who they are or what their title is. “This is something I learned from watching Bob, and it is something I always try to do. It doesn’t matter who you are in our company, I always try to stop and say hello, and Bob did the same thing. It doesn’t matter if you are the janitor or in management, everyone contributes to the team,” Jensen recalls.
“The same thing applies when I am at a show. A lot of people know who I am from being on the board, but I might not recognize them. I will always take time to stop and talk to them. That really makes a difference, and that is something Bob did.”Jensen has advanced at BioZyme, starting as Quality Assurance and Production Efficiency Coordinator, and now manages the team in the production plant. He also introduced the concept and helped develop Vita Charge Climate Control Gel. Although his success is
Cody Jensen Receives First Ever Bob Norton Excellence Award. It’s often said the people we meet and the relationships we form are the most important part of the livestock industry.
The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 69 grounded in a work ethic and knowledge that he received prior to joining the BioZyme family, he’s been given the opportunities to continue to grow, part of the company culture that touts care that comes full circle. “Bob and I were introduced to Cody through AHA. His experience on the Junior Board exemplified his exceptional work ethic, and we knew with that great foundation he would be a great fit for our company and our culture. He has been with us for six years now and is truly an integral part of our BioZyme family. Cody has really demonstrated great leadership using care that comes full circle in all he does. Bob was always proud of him, and today is no different,” Lisa Thesaid.
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Bob Norton Excellence Award was presented prior to the grand champion female selection at the VitaFerm Junior National Hereford Expo on July 29 in Louisville, Kentucky. The HYFA Board selected the recipient from a list of outstanding candidates who are early in their careers and exemplify the excellent traits of Bob Norton. To learn more about two organizations Bob was so passionate about, visit www.biozymeinc. com or herefordyouthfoundation.org How BioZyme Products are More than “Just a Mineral.” Cattle values are reaching all time highs, but the cost of inputs has also paralleled. Producers make the initial financial commitment in their genetics, so it’s important to have every tool needed for long term success.
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Serving Suggestion: Carrot sticks, celery sticks, crackers (optional) Cut top ⅓ off of the loaf. Scoop out the middle of the loaf base and reserve bread pieces. Place hollowed loaf on shallow rimmed baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Combine corned beef, cream cheese, olives, provolone, giardiniera, and red peppers in a large bowl; mix well. Place beef mixture in the hollowed loaf. Bake in 350°F oven for 35-40 minutes or until dip is bubbly. Serve with carrots, celery, crackers, and bread pieces, as desired.
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cattle performance. With multiple options in the VitaFerm Conserve line, these products help producers conserve mineral costs and resources while still delivering adequate nutrition and the benefits of Amaferm.Gain Smart helps produce healthy, efficient pounds. It is a line of beef cattle supplements with vitamins, minerals, and the Amaferm advantage that promotes economically produced pounds by maximizing the natural energy and protein available in forage, small grains, or a ration, depending on the formula fed. BioZyme cares about the health and well being of all animals and how their performance is passed on to the producer. With the added Amaferm advantage, products offered by BioZyme become more than just a mineral. Learn more about the specific products in each line and which one is right for your management scenario at vitaferm.com/allproducts/ Importance of Mineral Program Featured on Upcoming American Rancher Episode. There are some things in life that a person just should not skimp on. A quality mineral program is one of them.“In a drought year, mineral is even more important,” said Scot Holcombe of Holcombe Ranch in Barnsdall, Oklahoma.Holcombe and fellow Oklahoma cattle feeder, order buyer, and stocker grazer Randy Heflin depend on the Amaferm advantage found in the Gain Smart mineral from BioZyme Inc. to keep their calves healthy and gaining, particularly in a year like this year. They share their story about producing pounds during tougher than usual drought conditions in an upcoming episode of The American Rancher on RFD-TV that airs on September 5. Heflin, who owns and manages WTW Inc, backgrounds 10,000-12,000 head annually. He says demand for all natural, NHTC, and GAP cattle continues to grow, and the use of the Gain Smart mineral allows those cattle to qualify for those“Whenprograms.we started grazing the program cattle and the all natural cattle, we became aware of Gain Smart that would keep our cattle natural and also contained Amaferm, which also helped with the conversion of our forages available. This helps with our stocking rate and our daily gains,” he said. Amaferm is a prebiotic designed to enhance digestibility by amplifying the nutrient supply for maximum performance. It is research proven to increase intake, digestion, and absorption. Amaferm gives producers another technology to use during these challenging times.
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BioZyme News continued from the previous page and production.”Amafermis a prebiotic designed to enhance digestibility by amplifying the nutrient supply for maximum performance. It is research proven to increase intake, digestion, and absorption. Amaferm is derived from a proprietary, multi-step fermentation process from a patented strain of Aspergillus oryzae. It stimulates fungal branching, enzymatic activity, and bacterial growth in the rumen. These stimulated microbes work synergistically to further break down feed ingredients, independent of diet composition and type. This breakdown leads to improvements in digestibility of NDF and CP by 17 and 10 percent, respectively. The stimulation of bacteria is economically relevant because more bacteria growing means more fermentative capacity and microbial protein synthesis. Research proves that cattle fed Amaferm produce 16 percent more volatile fatty acids and 143 more grams of microbial protein each day. When coupled with a 30 percent improvement of small intestinal absorption, that’s enough energy and protein equivalent to a pound of supplemented corn and soybean meal available for the cow or stocker. “More energy and protein unlocked from within means more performance, better body condition scores on your cows and more live calves, leading to more profit. VitaFerm and Gain Smart mineral products provide the premium nutrition producers need to make the most out of expensive feeds and forages and capitalize on the genetics of their operation,” Cassady said. Because it is important to offer more than just a mineral to every beef animal in production, BioZyme has added Amaferm to its multitude of products in the VitaFerm and Gain Smart lines, including VitaFerm Concept•Aid, VitaFerm Conserve, and Gain Smart. VitaFerm Concept•Aid is a line of vitamin and mineral supplements for beef cattle formulated to promote effective, easy breeding when fed 60 days pre-calving through 60 days post breeding. High concentrations of vitamin E and organic trace minerals, coupled with the Amaferm advantage, supports quick repair of the reproductive tract and more energy for reproductive success. Additionally, increased nutrient absorption and digestion lead to healthier and heavier VitaFermcalves.Conserve is an economical line of vitamin and mineral supplements for beef cattle that supports the health and condition of the whole herd that includes the Amaferm advantage to optimize nutrient digestion and absorption while the vitamin and mineral pack preserves
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Tune into the American Rancher to learn more about the Gain Smart mineral and the Amaferm advantage. This episode featuring Holcombe and Heflin discussing Gain Smart will air at 9:00 p.m. on September 5. The show re-airs at 1:00 a.m. September 6 and again at 12:00 noon on September 11. Be sure to set your DVR if those dates and times don’t work for you.To learn more about the four types of Gain Smart mineral or to find a dealer near you, visit www.gainsmart.com About BioZyme ® Inc. BioZyme Inc., founded in 1951, develops and manufactures natural, proprietary products focused on animal nutrition, health, and microbiology. With a continued commitment to research, BioZyme offers a complete line of feed additives and high density, highly available vitamin, mineral, trace mineral, and protein supplements for a variety of animals, including cattle, pigs, poultry, sheep, goats, horses, and dogs. BioZyme brands include Amaferm ® , VitaFerm ® , Vita Charge ®, Sure Champ ®, Vitalize ®, DuraFerm ®, and Backyard Boost®. With headquarters in St. Joseph, Missouri, the company reaches a global market of customers that stretches into countries across five continents. For more information about BioZyme, visit www.biozymeinc.com
The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 71 SHANK CHUCKBRISKET PLATERIB FLANKLOIN SIRLOIN ROUND SHANK INGEDIENT CUTSROUNDSIRLOINLOINRIBCHUCK PLATE & FLANKBRISKET KEY TO RECOMMENDED COOKING METHODS GRILL or BROIL PANSKILLETBROIL/ STIR-FRY INDIRECTGRILLING POTBRAISE/ROAST ROAST SKILLET TO OVEN * MARINATE BEFORE COOKING FOR BEST RESULTS These cuts meet the government guidelines for lean, based on cooked servings, visible fat trimmed A cut of cooked fresh meat is considered ‘lean’ when it contains less than 10 grams of total fat, 4.5 grams or less of saturated fat, andless tahn 95 mg of cholesterol per 100 grams(3½ oz) and per RACC (Reference Amount Customarily Consumed), which is 85 grams (3 oz.) LEAN LEAN LEAN LEAN LEAN LEAN LEANLEANLEANLEANLEANLEAN LEAN LEAN LEAN LEAN LEANLEANLEAN LEAN LEAN LEANLEANLEANLEANLEANLEAN LEAN LEANLEANLEAN
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“Weighing cattle is an important management tool within any herd,” said Williams. “It provides accurate, animal specific performance data which allows farmers to make better informed decisions – helping to improve both the productivity and efficiency of their cattle herd.” Williams identified three primary benefits of weighing animals, including monitoring animal performance, improving animal health, and forecasting the optimum time of sale. Information gathered can be used to determine if animals are meeting average daily gain targets and identify management areas that may require re-evaluation such as rationRegularlyformulation.weighing animals may also help identify underlying health conditions at an early stage. Underperforming animals that are failing to meet growth targets can be easily identified and closely evaluated to establish the cause and provideWeighingtreatment.can help determine when animals should be sold and
A variety of equipment is available, and scale systems do not need to be complicated. Modern systems are comprised of four primary components, including a squeeze chute (or platform for weighing in the alleyway), load bars, EID reader, and weigh scale head. For an added level of convenience, load bars are now available with wireless technology eliminating the hazards and hassles of cables. Whether using a basic scale and writing weights down on paper or incorporating a more sophisticated system with advanced technology and specialized software, Williams encouraged producers to weigh cattle on a regular basis to increase profitability and to manage herds effectively and efficiently.
To collect the most accurate data, Williams suggested weighing animals no more than every two weeks. Obtaining weights more often than that leads to more work, decreased accuracy, and more stress on the animals.
Weighing Cattle Improves Profitability, So Why Wait ensure processor specifications are met. In addition, increased accuracy of benchmarking and performance recording allows animal performance to be linked to pedigree and highlight performance in genetic lines within a herd which can be useful in selecting replacement breeding stock.When pounds are a primary measure of performance, basing your herd’s management on an educated guess is not the best business practice, according to Williams. Taking the time to weigh mature cows gives producers the opportunity to fine tune their management strategies. Weighing animals on a regular basis can help producers better determine stocking rates, enhance performance records, and accurately administer medications.Producers are always looking for ways to optimize carrying capacity and manage fixed costs, and weighing animals can help calculate the land’s animal unit month (AUM). Over or underestimating mature cow weight can dramatically impact the stocking rate. “If you are underestimating a cow’s weight by just a hundred pounds, for every 11 or 12 head you could add an additional animal unit to your stocking rate,” said Williams. “The bottom line is that when it comes to stocking rates, having an accurate weight on your mature animal herd is Performancecritical.”records are vital to understanding the value of animals and to knowing exactly what’s going on with the herd. Most performance records are based on weight, and this data is critical in determining performance. However, they must be tied back to the mature cow to determine the overall efficiency. Knowing the exact weight also allows for the accurate administration of drug and veterinary treatments, preventing under and overdosing, which minimizes the risk of drug resistance. Whether administering routine dewormers and vaccinations or providing antibiotics to treat disease, drug dosages are calculated by body weight, and guessing an animal’s weight is not a best management practice.
The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 75 In a business where success is measured in pounds, knowing exact weights can mean the difference between making a profit, breaking even, or worse, losing money. Despite the availability of weighing equipment and technology, it is still common for cattle producers to use estimates and rules of thumb to determine weights instead of using a scale. During a recent NCBA Cattlemen’s Webinar Series event, Ray Williams, Gallagher’s Director of Technical Operations-Learning and Development, discussed the importance of weighing animals and how collecting accurate data affects the bottom line.
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Most of the breed associations in North and South Carolina have stepped forward and renewed their contracts for Spotlight sections in The Carolina Cattle Connection for 2022. If your breed is not featured as a Spotlight section and you would like to inquire on any open months please feel free to contact me. Below is the tentative schedule for the upcoming year.
2022 Spotlight iSSueS Schedule JANUARY CHAROLAIS FEBRUARY FORAGES MARCH ANGUS APRIL PEST MANAGEMENT MAY BRAHMAN JUNE HEREFORD JULY GELBVIEH AUGUST SIMMENTAL SEPTEMBER SANTA GERTRUDIS OCTOBER WAGYU NOVEMBER BRANGUS DECEMBER RED ANGUS 2022 Reserved Spotlight Issues
NCBA submitted technical comments in opposition to the rule, and individual cattle producers sent over 7,400 letters to the SEC commissioners and members of Congress.The Food and Energy Security Act would prevent the SEC from implementing their broad climate rule, protecting cattle producers from red tape while ensuring that consumers continue to have access to affordable, wholesome proteins like beef. NCBA Looks to 2023 Farm Bill Following Summer Meeting. NCBA recently announced its priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill based on producer input at the association’s Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada. “Our annual meetings are the cornerstone of NCBA’s grassroots policy process,” said NCBA President Don Schiefelbein, a Minnesota cattleman. “Individual producers set the course for NCBA’s advocacy work in Washington, D.C., and we have heard from many producers who value the animal health, voluntary conservation, and disaster recovery programs in the last Farm Bill and look forward to improving those programs in the next Farm Bill.”
• Protecting animal health through programs that guard against the spread of foreign animal diseases, such as the National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank, which currently houses the Foot-and-Mouth Disease vaccine. NCBA previously advocated for this vaccine bank in the last Farm Bill, and producers recognize the danger that a foreign animal disease poses to the industry and the protection this bank provides.
• Supporting disaster recovery programs that help producers return to normal operations following adverse
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Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show, February 1-3, in New Orleans. For more information about Summer Business Meeting and the annual convention, visit www.ncba.org NCBA Backs Food and Energy Security Act. Recently, NCBA announced support for the Food and Energy Security Act introduced by Senator John Thune, R-S.D. The bill would require federal regulators to disclose how proposed rules would impact food and energy prices. “Earlier this year, the Biden administration proposed a massive climate disclosure rule that will create new reporting burdens for every farm, ranch, and small business in the country. This plan will harm producers and consumers alike,” said NCBA Environmental Counsel Mary-Thomas Hart. “NCBA is proud to support the Food and Energy Security Act because rules like the SEC’s emissions disclosure mandate add a costly burden to cattle producers, rural communities, and consumers across the country.” Additionally, the bill would prohibit federal regulators from implementing any rule that would increase food or energy prices if inflation is higher than 4.5 percent. Since the start of 2022, inflation has consistently been over 7 percent, with the inflation rate hitting 9.1 percent in June — a four decade high. Background - In March, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) proposed a rule that would require publicly traded companies to disclose their direct (scope 1), energy/electricity consumption (scope 2), and supply chain emissions (scope 3). By requiring the inclusion of scope 3 emissions, cattle producers who supply beef to publicly traded processors, restaurants, and retailers would be subject to these overreaching financial regulations. The SEC is a Wall Street regulator, not an environmental or agricultural agency, and their proposed climate rule goes far beyond the agency’s jurisdiction.
Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in Reno. More than 600 cattle industry leaders attended the Summer Business Meeting in Reno recently to provide direction for important industry programs.
The event included meetings of cattlemen and women representing the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board (CBB), American National CattleWomen, and National Cattlemen’s Foundation.
NCBA’s Farm Bill priorities include:
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• Strengthening risk management programs that provide producers with added protection against weather events and price decline.
• Promoting voluntary conservation programs that provide support for producers to implement conservation practices free from government mandates.
“These meetings give us the opportunity to engage with one another, hear about challenges in different parts of the country, and to find things we all have in common,” said NCBA President Don Schiefelbein. “I appreciate the time and effort producers commit to coming together and strengthening our industry.” Producers attending policy and Beef Checkoff committee meetings discussed current developments, worked on initiatives developed at the convention, and made plans for the upcoming fiscal year. Regional meetings gave producers the opportunity to discuss regional issues impacting their operations. In addition to business meetings, the opening General Session featured two Sam’s Club executives sharing their experiences and knowledge working on the consumer facing side of the beef industry. Later in the day, the always popular Checkoff Highlights Session showcased the Checkoff funded programs that are driving consumer beef demand.
The 2021 Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) national winner was announced, and regional winners were recognized. ESAP, one of the most prestigious awards in the beef cattle industry, recognizes cattle producers across the nation who use innovative practices to protect and enhance natural resources while maintaining or increasing the profitability of their businesses. On day two, there was a Cattle Industry Policy, Trends & Trade Outlook session with experts and policymakers providing information about what to expect in the second half of 2022 to help operations prepare for the future. The event concluded with CBB and NCBA boardThemeetings.nexttime cattle producers gather to conduct business will be at the 2023
As a grassroots organization, NCBA is proud of the century old policy process that grants each member an equal vote in the association’s priorities. For more information on the policy process or to get involved, please visit ncba.org NCBA Statement on Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act. Recently, NCBA responded to the release of House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott’s (D-Ga.) Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act. “NCBA is committed to working with the House Agriculture Committee to protect our most vulnerable producers, and we appreciate the Chairman’s attention on this important issue,” said NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane. “Unfortunately, H.R. 8590, the Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act, as introduced prompts more questions than it provides answers. While collectively we would have preferred to provide input into the drafting of this legislation, we look forward to working with our partners in the livestock community to address the blind spots in this proposal.”
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Cattlemen’S BeeF Board update
For more information about the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, the Beef Checkoff, and its programs – promotion, research, foreign marketing, industry information, consumer information, and safety, visit DrivingDemandforBeef.com About the Beef Checkoff. The Beef Checkoff Program was established as part of the 1985 Farm Bill. The Checkoff assesses $1 per head on the sale of live domestic and imported cattle, in addition to a comparable assessment on imported beef and beef products. States may retain up to 50¢ on the dollar and forward the other 50¢ per head to the Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, which administers the national Checkoff program, subject to USDA approval. weather, attacks by predators, or extreme conditions like drought and wildfire.
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Cattlemen’s Beef Board Presents Dr. Billy Powell with 2022 Beef Checkoff Visionary Award. Dr. Billy Powell of Washington County in Alabama was presented with the Cattlemen’s Beef Board’s second annual Beef Checkoff Visionary Award during the General Session of the 2022 Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada. This honor recognizes an individual in the beef industry who has demonstrated exemplary support of and commitment to the Checkoff’s goals and vision.“Dr. Powell has been deeply involved with the Beef Checkoff since it was passed back in 1985,” said Norman Voyles, Jr., 2022 chair of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB). “His knowledge of the beef industry goes back decades, and his leadership and ingenuity helped smooth out many of the bumps in the road that the Checkoff experienced, especially in those early years. Dr. Powell is truly deserving of this Visionary Award.” A native of Leroy, Alabama., Powell grew up on a farm, receiving his first cow when he was just two years old. Over the years, Powell’s family raised timber, along with commercial and registered cattle, primarily the Red Angus breed. He attended Auburn University’s College of Agriculture, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in animal sciences in 1966, going on to earn his Ph.D. in meat science in 1970. Powell then became a food science specialist for the Alabama Cooperative Extension service at Auburn University from 1971-1975. He eventually took a position closer to home with Lapeyrouse Grain Company, and when his father passed away shortly thereafter, Powell and his mother comanaged the family’s cattle herd. Powell served in various cattle industry leadership positions at both the state and national levels over the next few decades. He served as president of the Red Angus Association of America in 1974-1975. In 1982, Powell became the president of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA). In 1985, he took on the executive vice president role with ACA, retiring in 2017 after an incredible 32 years with the organization. Around that same time, Jo Ann Smith, then president of the National Cattlemen’s Association, appointed Powell to a committee tasked with developing the Beef Checkoff Order that still helps guide the program today. Under Powell’s leadership and vision, the State Beef Councils organized to have a collective voice in the national Beef Checkoff program. After the Beef Industry Council and the National Cattlemen’s Association merged to become the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Powell was instrumental in getting the Federation of State Beef Councils to meet independently, strengthening their efforts to promote beef. Powell also worked with others to develop the concept of a State Marketing Plan template that ensured state efforts would complement the national Checkoff’s efforts rather than dilute them. As the purchasing power of the national Beef Checkoff decreased over the years, Powell’s forward thinking spurred Alabama and other states to pass their own $1 per head checkoffs, providing additional funding for their promotional programs. One of Powell’s proudest achievements was the establishment of The MOOseum at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association. Opened in 1995 under his guidance, The MOOseum became the premier venue for children and adults to learn more about Alabama’s beef cattle “Beingindustry.named the 2022 Beef Checkoff Visionary Award recipient is a tremendous honor, and I appreciate it very much,” Dr. Powell said. “It’s icing on the cake for a South Alabama country boy who spent a lifetime working in the cattle industry. There are many individuals I’d like to thank for nominating me and working with me throughout the years, because if I’ve accomplished anything, it’s been with the help of others. I still truly believe the Checkoff dollar is the best investment that a producer can make.”“Dr. Powell’s tireless efforts over the years shaped the Beef Checkoff as we know it today,” said Greg Hanes, CEO of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board. “Furthermore, his knowledge and vision helped create mutually beneficial relationships between the national program and the State Beef Councils. Dr. Powell has always had faith in the power of the Beef Checkoff. He’s worked hard for what he believes is right, and we are all the better for it. All of us at the CBB congratulate Dr. Powell on receiving this very well deserved Visionary Award.”
Additionally, cattle producers amended and renewed existing policy on the books on issues including cattle health, federal lands, environmental policy, trade, markets, taxes, transportation, food safety, and more.
“Cattle producers have faced yet another challenging year,” said Schiefelbein. “The policies passed at this summer business meeting will help NCBA focus on resolving some of the challenges caused by extreme conditions and supply chain disruptions, ensuring the continued success of beef farmers and ranchers.”
NCBA is the nation’s oldest and largest national trade association representing cattle producers. About the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. NCBA has represented America’s cattle producers since 1898, preserving the heritage and strength of the industry through education and public policy. As the largest association of cattle producers, NCBA works to create new markets and increase demand for beef. Efforts are made possible through membership contributions. To join, contact NCBA at 866-BEEF-USA or membership@beef.org
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The Carolina Cattle Connection q SEPTEMBER 2022 PAGE 79 NDEX OF DVERTISERS 11th Annual Southest Bull Expo & Sale ...................................................... 31 14th Annual EBS Farms Select Bull & Female Sale ...................................... 61 14th Annual SimAngus Solution Bull & Replacement Female Sale .............. 44 20th Annual Charolais Source Bull Sale ..................................................... 36 4K Farms/Tarheel Angus .......................................................................... 78 47th Annual Union County Performance Tested Bull Sale ........................ 18 American National Insurance — The Josey Agency ................................... 78 Apple Brandy Prime Cuts ........................................................................... 51 Back Creek Angus ...................................................................................... 78 Bieber Fever in the Southeast .................................................................. 39 Biltmore Livestock — Angus ...................................................................... 24 BioZyme - VitaCharge ................................................................................ 68 Black Crest Farm ....................................................................................... 78 Black Grove Angus .................................................................................... 78 Brubaker Family Angus ............................................................................. 78 C-Cross Cattle Company ............................................................................ 78 Caroland Farms Inaugural Production Sale .............................................. 23 Carolinas Animal Health ........................................................................... 78 Châtel Farms Fall Bull Sale ........................................................................ 29 Childers Concrete Company, Inc. ................................................................ 3 Circle F Farms ............................................................................................ 33 Conquest Insurance Agency, Inc. ............................................................... 62 Creech Farms — Cattle For Sale ................................................................... 7 Double J Farms .......................................................................................... 52 Dura•Cast ................................................................................................. 57 E.B. Harris Auctioneers, Inc. ..................................................................... 78 Edisto Performance Tested Bred Heifer Sale ............................................. 21 First Choice Insurance — Donna Byrum .................................................... 66 Five Js Farm — Cattle For Sale ...................................................................... 9 Fowken Farms ........................................................................................... 78 Fred Smith Company Ranch ...................................................................... 78 Fred Smith Company Ranch 6th Annual Extra Effort Fall Sale ................. 42 Howard Brothers Farms ............................................................................ 78 Hunt’s H+ Brangus ................................................................................... 78 Hutton & Sons Herefords .......................................................................... 78 JMAR Genetics “Quality Over Quantity” Charolais Bull & Heifer Sale ...... 35 John Deere ............................................................................................... 40 McMahan Farm & Hancock Angus Annual Registered Angus Bull Sale ..... 26 Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales — Stockyard Schedules ..................................... 58 N.C. Angus Association Directory ….......................................................... 25 N.C. Cattlemen’s Association Membership Application ............................ 47 N.C. Hereford Association Directory ........................................................ 50 N.C. Meat Suite ......................................................................................... 69 N.C. Simmental Association ..................................................................... 43 National Beef Checkoff/ North Carolina Cattle Industry Assessment .... 13 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association 2022 Policy Priorities ............... 74 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Membership Application .......... 73 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Membership Benefits ................ 72 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Recruitment Incentives .............. 2 Nationwide® AgriBusiness Insurance — The Wills Agency ..................... 78 Oliver Angus 8th Annual Bull & Female Sale ........................................... 28 Pasture Management & N.C. Cattlemen’s Association “Mile of Fence” Membership Program .................................................. 48 Pearson Livestock Equipment .................................................................. 70 Piedmont Custom Meats ........................................................................... 58 Red Angus Association of the Carolinas Directory .................................... 38 Rusty Thomson & Family Cattle Fencing and Equipment .......................... 46 Santa Gertrudis Breeder International ..................................................... 10 Santa Gertrudis Breeder of the Carolina Field Day ..................................... 8 South Carolina Private Treaty Sale Checkoff Investment Form .............. 64 Southeast Livestock Exchange — Upcoming Sale Schedule ................... 67 Southern Connection Sale ....................................................................... 34 Springfield Angus ..................................................................................... 78 Springfield Angus Bull Sale ...................................................................... 30 The Barn Loft — Purina ............................................................................. 54 The Carolina Cattle Connection 2022 Spotlight Schedule ......................... 75 The Carolina Cattle Connection Advertising Rates & Sizes ........................ 63 The Wax Company — Marshall Ryegrass ................................................... 41 Vermont Wagyu 4th Annual Production Sale .............................................. 22 Virginia Herd Health Management Services ........................................... 14 Watauga Butchery .................................................................................... 32 West End Precast — Feed Bunks ................................................................ 76 West End Precast — Feed Bunks & Troughs ............................................... 15 White Hawk Ranch Herd Sire Prospect Sale .............................................. 53 Whitehall Beefmasters ............................................................................. 78 Wilders Farm ............................................................................................ 78 Wilkes Livestock Exchange ....................................................................... 65 Yon Family Farms Maternal Roots Fall Female & Bull Sale ........................ 27 For Your Adver tising Needs, Contact: The Carolina Cattle 919-552-9111Connection The Livestock Adverti sing Network 859-278-0899
SIMMENTAL Sep. 2 — N.C. Simmental Association Annual Meeting, Union Grove, N.C. Sep. 3 — N.C. Simmental Association Fall Harvest Sale, Union Grove, N.C. Oct. 15 — Fred Smith Company Ranch Extra Effort Fall Sale, Clayton, N.C. Oct. 28 — Yon Family Farms Fall Female Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 29 — Yon Family Farms Fall Bull Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 30 — High Ridge Farms Genetic Opportunity Sale, Albemarle, N.C. Nov. 5 — 14th SimAngus Solution Sale, Burlington, N.C. Dec. 3 — The Pounds & Profit Sale, Snow Camp, N.C. Dec. 3 — 47th Annual Union County Performance Test Bull Sale, Monroe, N.C. 2023 Feb. 9 — 30th Annual UGA Focus on Genetically Enhanced EPDs Sale, Athens, Ga. Waygu Oct. 1 — Caroland Farms Inaugural Production Sale, Landrum, S.C. Oct. 15 — Vermont Wagyu 4th Annual Production Sale, Springfield, Ver. Livestock market sales Sep. 6 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Sep. 20 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Oct. 4 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Oct. 18 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Nov. 1 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Nov. 15 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com Dec. 6 — Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales Video Auction, via macsvideo.com OTHER EVENTS Sep. 9-18 — N.C. Mountain State Fair, Fletcher, N.C. Sep. 18-24 — National Farm Safety and Health Week Sep. 21-23 — USA Regenerative Ag Alliance 2022 Summit, Greeneville, Tenn. Sep. 22 — Weaned Feeder Calf Sale, Norwood, N.C. Oct. 12-23 — S.C. State Fair, Columbia, S.C. Oct. 13-23 — N.C. State Fair, Raleigh, N.C. Nov. 15-18 — EuroTier 2022, Hanover, Germany Nov. 17 — Weaned Feeder Calf Sale, Norwood, N.C. 2023 Feb. 9 — 30th Annual UGA Focus on Genetically Enhanced EPDs Sale, Athens, Ga. supervisor, and site safety manager. A tour is planned of the building to look at relevant defects starting on ground floor.
The buyer points out badly fitting window frames, the site agent makes some notes, and the subcontractor goes to the window and shouts,‘Green side up!’ They move to the first floor and the buyer points out badly fitted and missing lights. The site agent makes some notes and the subcontractor goes to the window and shouts,‘Green side up!’ On the second floor more problems are highlighted...radiator leaking, exposed cables, waste, and broken window frame. The site agent makes some notes and the subcontractor goes to the window and shouts, ‘Green side up.’ This is too much. The safety manager has to ask. So he says, ‘Every time you are told a defect, you write it down, but then the subcontractor yells out the window ‘Green side up.’ What on earth does that mean?’ The subcontractor shakes his head ruefully and says, ‘I have four guys laying turf right outside the building.’
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Brenda and Terry are going out for the evening. The last thing they do is put their catTheout.taxi arrives, and as the couple walk out of the house, the cat scoots back in. Terry goes back inside to chase it out. Brenda, not wanting it known that the house would be empty, explains to the taxi driver, ‘My husband is just going upstairs to say goodbye to my mother.’ Several minutes later, an exhausted Terry arrives and climbs back into the taxi saying, ‘Sorry I took so long, the stupid idiot was hiding under the bed and I had to poke her with a coat hanger several times before I could get her to come out!’ * * * The building is all completed and awaiting hand over, but before that can happen the buyer wants some poor and incomplete work finished as is normal at these times. A meeting is arranged between the buyer, the main contractor and a subcontractor, site agent, planning
ANGUS Sep. 16 — N.C. Angus Association Field Day, Reidsville, N.C. Oct. 8 — Edisto Performance Tested Bred Heifer Sale, Blackville, S.C. Oct. 8 — Oliver Angus 8th Annual Bull & Female Sale, West Point, Ga. Oct. 15 — Fred Smith Company Ranch Extra Effort Fall Sale, Clayton, N.C. Oct. 28 — Yon Family Farms Fall Female Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 29 — Yon Family Farms Fall Bull Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 30 — High Ridge Farms Genetic Opportunity Sale, Albemarle, N.C. Nov. 5 — Châtel Farms Fall Bull Sale, Reidsville, Ga. Nov. 5 — Craven Angus Farm Open House Bull & Female Sale, Seagrove, N.C. Nov. 5 — Locust Level Farms Bull & Female Sale, Vernon Hill, Va. Nov. 5 — 14th SimAngus Solution Sale, Burlington, N.C. Nov. 12 — Lane Angus Farm Angus Bull Sale, Rocky Mount, N.C. Nov. 12 — McMahan Farm & Hancock Angus Annual Registerd Angus Bull Sale, Mocksville, N.C. Nov. 19 — McMahan Farm & Hancock Angus Annual Registered Angus Bull Sale, Mocksville, N.C. Nov. 19 — 11th Annual Southeast Bull Expo & Sale, Asheboro, N.C. Dec. 2 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va. Dec. 3 — The Pounds & Profit Sale, Snow Camp, N.C. Dec. 3 — 47th Annual Union County Performance Test Bull Sale, Monroe, N.C. Dec. 10 — Springfield Angus Bull Sale, Louisburg, N.C. 2023 Jan. 7 — 14th Annual EBS Select Bull & Heifer Sale, Norwood, N.C. Feb. 9 — 30th Annual UGA Focus on Genetically Enhanced EPDs Sale, Athens, Ga. Feb. 18 — Yon Family Farms Spring Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Apr. 8 — Knoll Crest Farm’s Spring Bull & Female, Red House, Va. Dec. 1 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va.
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Black Hereford Dec. 10 — 20th Annual Charolais Source Bull Sale, Shelby, N.C Brahman Oct. 15 — Circle F Farms Fall Sale, Baxley, Ga. Brangus Oct. 28 — Yon Family Farms Fall Female Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 29 — Yon Family Farms Fall Bull Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Charolais Oct. 8 — Southern Connection Sale, Knoxville, Tenn. Oct. 13 — JMAR Genetics “Quality Over Quantity” Charolais Bull & Heifer Sale, via DVAuction.com Dec. 10 — 20th Annual Charolais Source Bull Sale, Shelby, N.C. GELBVIEH Oct. 8 — Edisto Performance Tested Bred Heifer Sale, Blackville, S.C. Oct. 29 — Yon Family Farms Fall Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Oct. 30 — High Ridge Far Dec. 2 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va. Dec. 3 — 47th Annual Union County Performance Test Bull Sale, Monroe, N.C. 2023 Jan. 18 — Locust Hill Cattle Company 2nd Annual Production Sale, Pelham, N.C. Feb. 18 — Yon Family Farms Spring Sale, Ridge Spring, S.C. Apr. 8 — Knoll Crest Farm’s Spring Bull & Female, Red House, Va. Dec. 1 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va. HEREFORD Oct. 8 — Edisto Performance Tested Bred Heifer Sale, Blackville, S.C. Oct. 17 — White Hawk Ranch Herd Sire Prospect Sale, Buchanan, Ga. Dec. 2 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va. 2023 Apr. 8 — Knoll Crest Farm’s Spring Bull & Female, Red House, Va. Dec. 1 — Knoll Crest Farm Total Performance Bull Sale, Red House, Va. RED ANGUS Oct. 13 — Bieber Fever in the Southeast, Swainsboro, Ga. santa Gertrudis Sep. 24 — Santa Gertrudis Breeders of the Carolinas Field Day, Clayton, N.C. Oct. 8 — Edisto Performance Tested Bred Heifer Sale, Blackville, S.C. a IGHTER IDE
