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NEW MEXICO STOCKMAN P.O. Box 7127, Albuquerque, NM 87194 505-243-9515 Fax: 505-349-3060 E-mail: caren@aaalivestock.com Official publication of ... n New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association Email: nmcga@nmagriculture.org 2231 Rio Grande NW, P.O. Box 7517, Albuquerque, NM 87194 505-247-0584, Fax: 505-842-1766 President, Randell Major n New Mexico Wool Growers, Inc. P.O. Box 7520, Albuquerque, NM 87194 505-247-0584 President, Bronson Corn

DEPARTMENTS 10 NMCGA President’s Message by Randell Major

12 Wit & Wisdom by Caren Cowan

17 New Mexico CowBelles Jingle Jangle 32 News Update 36 New Mexico Federal Lands Council News

EDITORIAL & ADVERTISING Publisher: Caren Cowan Publisher Emeritus: Chuck Stocks Office Manager: Marguerite Vensel Advertising Representatives: Chris Martinez, Melinda Martinez Contributing Editors: Carol Wilson Callie Gnatkowski-Gibson, William S. Previtti, Lee Pitts

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45 Marketplace 46 Seedstock Guide 50 New Mexico’s Old Times & Old Timers by Don Bullis

54 On the Edge of Common Sense

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30 American Hereford Association Convention Schedule 34 NMSU Extension Presents Youth Webinar on Skills for Success Beginning October 1 35 NMS Regents Approve NMDA’s Proposed Amendment to Commercial Feeds Rule 38 Support Ewe Fertility This Fall With Four Tips 40 Longtime Climate Science Denier Hired at NOAA

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(USPS 381-580) is published monthly by Caren Cowan, 2231 Rio Grande, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87104-2529 Subscription price: 1 year - $30 / 2 years - $40 Single issue price $10, Directory price $30 Subscriptions are non-refundable POSTMASTER: Send address changes to New Mexico Stockman, P.O. Box 7127, Albuquerque, NM 87194. Periodicals Postage paid at Albuquerque, New Mexico, and additional mailing offices. Copyright© 2015 by New Mexico Stockman. Material may not be used without permission of the publisher. Deadline for editorial and advertising copy, changes and cancellations is the 10th of the month preceding publication. Advertising rates on request.

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Dear Cattle Producers, and All,

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE by Randell Major NMCGA President

Randell Major President Magdalena Loren Patterson, President-Elect Corona Dustin Johnson NW Vice President Farmington

t sounds like our County Livestock shows went very well. Two examples I know of are the Socorro County Livestock sale which generated $108,404 for 44 animals and had $23,036 worth of added money. Catron County had 41 entries and received $119,000. It is always amazing to me how our New Mexico agriculture, businesses, and people pull together in times of need. It is election time again. I was told once that the single most important thing we can do to help our daily lives and our future is to vote. We need every single person to get out and vote. Research the candidate to see if they truly support agriculture and not for those that are going to make it harder for our families to feed our country. If they are an incumbent, look at their voting record. I would like to thank all those legislators in office who fight for agriculture and thank those candidates who care enough to run for office. You are appreciated! I am thankful to be able to feature New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte in this month’s article. Jeff was recently appointed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a new member of the Advisory Committee on Agriculture Statistics. We appreciate all Jeff does not only for agriculture in New Mexico but also nationally! Below are his comments. Hope everyone is safe and healthy and having a good fall,

Cliff Copeland NE Vice President Nara Visa Jeff Decker SE Vice President Lovington Roy Farr Vice President at Large Datil Shacey Sullivan Secretary/Treasurer Peralta Tom Sidwell Immediate Past President Quay Pat Boone Past President Elida

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New Mexico Secretary of Agriculture Jeff Witte

ew Mexico farmers and ranchers have a deep passion toward the environment and a strong commitment to their communities, producing the safest and highest quality food in the world. While it may often seem they receive little recognition, two surveys recently revealed that their commitment does not go unnoticed, and they are held in high regard. The Garrity Group recently published perception survey results showing the New Mexico farming and ranching industry ranked second in the state with a 77 percent approval rating, just two percentage points behind the small business industry. The Gallup Poll, on a national basis, showed farming and agriculture at the top of the business and industry favorability ratings. This year has been particularly challenging. We are dealing with dynamic market challenges, COVID-19 impacts across the world, a severe drought, business closures and much more. Yet through all of this, our producers continue to stay true to their values, remain committed to their community and continue to adapt to various challenges. Our producers are vigilant, resourceful and optimistic. You bet your entire life’s work, family assets and livelihood that a calf will be born to the mother cow, will be raised to market, and that it will rain to provide nourishment to the land. You are the true optimist. I am grateful that the larger public recognizes and appreciates the value of your contributions to society as reflected in these high approval ratings. New Mexico farmers and ranchers can stand tall and proud! Thank you for all you do!

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Down to the wire… worth repeating!

y the time you read this, the election will be less than 30 days away. New Mexicans have until October 6 to register to vote. Early voting starts on October 16. The most important thing to know for voters who will be using an absentee ballot for the 2020 General Election is that you should mail your completed ballot back to your county clerk no later than October 27th to ensure it arrives before 7 p.m. on Election Day. Or, you can drop off your ballot at your county clerk’s office or at any polling location in your county during Early Voting or on Election Day. Absentee ballot requests through the Secretary of State’s website for the 2020 General Election will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20, 2020.

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Voters can request an absentee ballot for the 2020 General Election from their county clerk through Tuesday, October 20, 2020. Requests must be made by this deadline in order for the absentee ballot to be mailed by the appropriate county clerk in a timely manner. NOTE: All county clerks in New Mexico will provide early in-person voting on Saturday, October 31, 2020. For those voters using an absentee ballot, Intelligent Mail Barcodes will be used on all mailed ballots. This technology gives voters detailed information about the status of their ballot (when their application was received, when their ballot was sent to them, when it was received by their county clerk, etc.). This will allow you to track your absentee ballot from the application stage all the way to when it’s counted by your county clerk. If you mail your ballot back but it still has not been received by Election Day, you still have the option to go to a polling place and cast a ballot. You will just need to sign an affidavit canceling the mailed ballot you submitted. Voters may cast an absentee ballot or vote in person at their local County Clerk’s office or an early voting location prior to Election Day. No excuse is required to vote

with an absentee ballot. You may now visit NMVote.org to request an absentee ballot, find an early voting location, and more! Absentee voting begins on Tuesday, October 6, 2020 for the General Election. Request an absentee ballot by filling out an application and returning it to your local County Clerk. Applications can be obtained by: ЇЇ Filling out an application online by visiting https://portal.sos.state.nm.us/ OVR/WebPages/AbsenteeApplication. aspx?type=RA ЇЇ Contacting your County Clerk’s Office in person, phone, mail or email

And then there were three… The run to make the National Finals Rodeo (NFR) is over. On the morning of October 1st after the last qualifying event and the dust had cleared New Mexico has three New Mexico Rankings in PRCA Finals World Standings. Tie Down Roping, Shad Mayfield, Clovis #1 Te a m Ro p i ng (H e e l e r s), Lo g a n Melin, Tatum #9 Saddle Bronc Riding, Taos Muncy, Corona #15 To add interest to your NFR viewing, you might want to follow these Arizona qualifi-

ers as well: Team Roping (Headers), Erich Rodger, Round Rock, #10 Breakaway Roping, March Fuller, Wittman, #10 And just for fun, watch Tanner Brunner, the #6 Steer Wrestler, Romona, Kansas. Tanner’s roots run back to Tombstone, Arizona, where his mother graduated from my alma mater, Tombstone High School, a few years behind me. For 2020 the NFR has been moved to Arlington, Texas and the Globe Life Field, the baseball field that was just completed in July. Unless more seats are opened up, it appears that the NFR is sold out. Hotels and motels throughout Ft. Worth sold out in three days or less. Tickets ranged from $500 to $2,500 each. You had to buy them in lots of four… and there was an 18 percent tax “plus other associated fees.” The finals will run from December 3 to 12 The Women’s Professional Rodeo Association Breakaway roping finals will also be held at Globe Life, but not during NFR performances. No details on tickets were available at press time. With the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo’s move to Globe Life Field in Arling-

ton, Texas, two of its most popular ancillary because that’s where the greatest populaevents — Cowboy Christmas and the Junior tion concentration is. However, the issue is World Finals — are also on the move for one much greater than that. year. Las Vegas Events has partnered with Since 2015, the United States has experithe Professional Rodeo Cowboys Associa- enced, on average, roughly 100 more large tion (PRCA) to host Cowboy Christmas inside wildfires every year than the year before. the Fort Worth Convention Center and the This changes region by region, and year to Junior World Finals at the Cowtown Coli- year, but generally we’re seeing more wildseum. Both events will run concurrently with fires, more acres burned, and longer, more the Wrangler NFR. intense fire seasons, according to the Union Many events including NFR Watch Parties of Concerned Scientists. are slated to be held at the Ft. Worth StockA Washington Post article entitled “The yards and in the newly renovated Mule Alley. Energy 202: California’s Fires are Putting a In other PRCA and College Rodeo news, Huge Amount of Carbon Dioxide into the Air” everyone associated with rodeo is mourning stated “Two scientists estimate separately … the loss of Rowdy Swanson, Duncan, Okla- that the fires in California this year through homa, a member of the Oklahoma State mid-September burned enough forest to Rodeo Team and PRCA bull rider, on Septem- put about 90 million metric tons of carbon ber 17 at the PRCA Rodeo in Mineral Wells, dioxide, the most important greenhouse gas, Texas. The family has established a scholar- into the air. For perspective, that’s some 30 ship in Rowdy’s name as a memorial tribute million tons more than the total CO2 emisto him. Contributions can be made to the sions from providing power to the Rowdy Swanson Memorial Scholarship Fund, entire state.” c/o BancFirst, PO Box 430, Frederick, Yet another article, this one in Mother OK 73542.” Jones, said “scientists have been warning for two years about the potential of the cataCrispy Critters… strophic forest fires.” I don’t know how old Massive fires continue to burn through- these scientists are, but they are way behind out the West, but California is where the the curve. news is being made. That makes some sense Dr. Wally Covington, Northern Arizona

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University in Flagstaff, has been warning of thought it would be okay to completely demand during a heatwave exceeded supply. what we are seeing today for 25 years or ignore the historical world peace movement News reports at the time attributed the more. It is a shame that people didn’t listen led by President Donald Trump, and call the states repeated power shortage to its back then. wildfires ravaging across the country a embrace of renewable energy sources and So far this year, fires in Oregon, Washing- “welcome distraction” from the president exclusion of historically reliable and inexton, and California have burned some three and his actions. pensive fossil-fuel-generated electricity.” million hectares (7,413,161 million acres), “The never-Trumper posted on Twitter, Of course, EVERY article I have read on marking the West Coast’s worst fire season “Wildfires a welcome distraction to the #Odi- the subject of these fires blame them on in at least 70 years, according to a Science ousOne, who thinks we will forget all about “climate change.” If anyone was watching article by Elizabeth Pennisi. The blazes have “Losers”, and “Suckers” and the newest reve- that horrible debate in late September one killed at least 35 people, destroyed hundreds lations from #BobWoodward. He gets to of the candidates had an excellent summary of structures, and caused extreme air pollu- thrill his base who love denying science. of what is really going. It was pleasant to see tion that has threatened the health of They should all be compelled to watch “Wall- that the other candidate does not support millions of residents. Just in the last few days E”. Multiple times.” the Green New Deal… it is a shame that the heart of Wine Country is gone. The Heartland’s Environment & Climate news hasn’t made it to his website. There are no estimates of how many News Smoke wrote “from California’s multianimals have perished in the fires and we ple wildfires darkened the skies in August Jolt in the Department of Interior will probably never know. Some are looking and September, reducing the amount of A federal judge’s decision to boot a top at the losses in the Australian fires earlier this electricity generated by solar cells across the Trump appointee could jeopardize years of year as a guide. There are estimates that over state. Just after noon on September 10, nor- actions the administration has taken on three billion animals were lost. I don’t find mally a peak time for solar power generation public lands, including an expansion of oil that has ever been verified and it isn’t likely in California, the California Independent and gas drilling and the decision to uproot it will be. The same will hold true of the System Operator (CISO), the agency charged the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) ongoing fires. But no doubt the losses will with managing the state’s electric power headquarters, according to The Hill. be tremendous and long lasting. flows, reported statewide solar generation A Montana-based U.S. District Court Even in the face of horrific tragedy, some was approximately 33 percent below the judge in late September ruled William Perry people cannot help themselves from being levels normally generated at that time of day. Pendley, the controversial acting director of cruel and crass. Keely Sharp wrote on the This drop in power comes just weeks after BLM, “served unlawfully... for 424 days,” dailypatriot.com “Somewhere in the witchy, CISO was forced to impose rolling blackouts continued on page 16 >> twisted brain of actress Bette Midler, she on businesses and residents as electricity

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giving the Department of the Interior 10 days to justify why it shouldn’t throw out many of the decisions Pendley has made during his tenure. Pendley was given the de-facto top spot at BLM through a series of temporary appointments and later a change in succession orders that were successfully challenged by Montana Governor Steve Bullock (D). But Pendley’s predecessors were appointed in a similar fashion — the Trump administration has failed to secure a permanent director for the BLM since taking office — calling into question the validity of many of their decisions as well. “Depending on what happens next, this could invalidate an entire administration’s work of actions at the Bureau of Land Management,” said Aaron Weiss, deputy director of the Center for Western Priorities, a public lands watchdog group. Morris enjoined Pendley from continuing to serve in his role, but now the court will examine the numerous decisions the bureau has made along the way. Pendley has led the department through a relocation that uprooted all but 61 of BLM’s Washington-based staffers and oversaw a number of

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Chamiza CowBelles was called to order at 12:03 p.m. by Vice President Nancy Phelps in the Farm Bureau Conference room to social distance. All recited the Pledge and Liza read the CowBelle Prayer. Minutes from the previous he Lea County Cactus Cowbelles meeting read and approved. Nancy pre(5) met at the home of Doris sented the Treasurer’s report in Robbie’s Wheeler July 29 to decide how to absence. Clarification of last month’s move forward with the sale of the annual treasurer report resulted in approval of Branded Quilt. Members attending were both the August and September reports. Linda Harton, Harriet Coombs, Rhonda Chamiza CowBelles will again sponsor Usery, Gail Goff, and Doris Wheeler. the Junior Grand Champion Market Steer Social Distancing maintained through- belt buckle award for the Sierra County out the meeting. Members present Fair at a cost of $125, group consensus. It discussed the raffle previously had for is still unclear as to whether or not the the quilt and the possibility of selling CowBelle booth will be set up inside or tickets with all the social distancing cri- outside under the pavilion. Clarification teria. Members also discussed having an should be available by next meeting on online auction, how to facilitate knowing October 1st. This year buyers must pay a percentage of the winner’s bid to be $100 for a “buyer ticket”; however, if a paid for the auction. The quilt is always buyer purchases an animal, the $100 is the yearly fundraiser for the local. The deducted from the price. If a buyer fails profit from the quilt is used to help Lea to purchase an animal, the $100 goes County 4-H students monetarily at their into a pool to and divided among the district and state competitions and the animal exhibitors. Nancy relayed to the Lea County Fair and Rodeo’s Grand group that one of the scholarship recipChampion and Reserve Grand Champion ients had failed to meet the required in the steer competitions. At the grade average thereby losing the meeting the group received an offer and remainder of his CowBelle scholarship. tabled it waiting for input from more Nancy will notify the student of the sitmembers that were not able to attend uation. At next meeting, group will plan due to the NM rules for Covid-19. The to discuss the possibility of awarding the 2021 quilt was discussed and a calf remainder of this scholarship to a theme was mentioned versus the student who had applied at the same branded theme. The discussion was time. Notification of the Man of the Year tabled. This year’s quilt was made by award given in both the New Mexico Secretary Rhonda Ussery. The Quilt, pre- Wrangler and the New Mexico Stockman. sented to the lucky buyer August 14. Chamiza CowBelles are proud of him and Submitted by Gail Goff, President of the Lea happy to have nominated him. CowBelle County Cactus Cowbelles of the Year nominations are due by October 15. End of year reports are due The September 3rd meeting of the by November 15. Membership dues are JINGLE JANGLE

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Premium Red Baldy Creates Opportunity

ot far from Merriman, Nebraska, the Wobig Ranch has found a new way to add value to their heifer calves. The family recently became one of the first ranches in the country to enroll in the Premium Red Baldy program, a collaborative effort by the American Hereford Association (AHA) and the Red Angus Association of America (RAAA), that combines the best of both breeds to produce productive females. “As far as the red baldy heifers, it was a marketing choice where maybe we could fill a void or niche market there as well,” says Shane Wobig of Wobig Ranch. Premium Red Baldy is a tagging program that helps producers access genetically verified females that have the best combination of longevity, fertility and adaptability. The Wobigs, who raise about 500 Red Angus commercial cows, replaced their entire bull battery with 35 registered Hereford bulls. They saw it as a way to add value to their heifer calves. For the Wobig family, the program offers a unique marketing opportunity to build buyer demand.

“We invested in it,” Wobig says. “We thought about this for a while before that, the hybrid vigor with the calves and looking for bigger calf weights. As far as the red baldy heifers, it was a marketing choice as well. Maybe we can fill a void or a niche market. “We’re trying to figure out a way to raise a moderate-framed, fleshy cow that can raise a big calf, and by crossbreeding we’re hoping to do that.” Premium Red Baldy identifies quality replacement females that are predominately Hereford and Red Angus bre e d t y p e. Females enrolled in the program must be sired by bulls ranking in the top 50 percent of the breed for the Baldy Maternal Index or Herdbuilder Index to ensure an ideal balance of maternal and carcass traits that will yield cattle poised to increase profits for commercial producers. The Wobigs successfully sold their first set of Premium Red Baldies

earlier this year – and plan to step up their commitment to the program. So far, Shane and his son Austin like what they’re seeing from both sires and their red baldy calves. “This is our first year of having those F1 baldy calves,” Austin says. “You can get that crossbreed, you can get some bigger calves out of there, which helps with your weighups. You can sell a steer for more if it weighs more, so the excitement of that is pretty fun.”

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Red and Black Baldies add value for commercial ranchers

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TEXAS/NEW MEXICO RANCH 5 Paseo De Paz Lane, El Paso, TX 79932 (H) 915/877-2535 (O) 915/532-2442 Jim (C) 915/479-5299 Sue (C) 915/549-2534 Email: barjbarherefords@aol.com OKLAHOMA RANCH Woods County, Oklahoma

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Hereford Genetic Evaluation Improvements Implemented

any Hereford breeders participated in the Whole Cow Herd DNA project, which netted over 10,000 genotypes. This project allowed the American Hereford Association’s (AHA) science team to better understand the genomic contributions and relationships of the markers impacting maternal traits such as Sustained Cow Fertility (SCF), Calving Ease Maternal

(CEM) and Milk (M). Currently, when an animal is genotyped there is no genomic contribution to the aforementioned traits and, thus, no improvement in accuracy. With the submission of female genotypes, AHA now has the data to take this needed step. In mid-July 2020, the genomic component was added added for SCF, CEM and M. As a result, animals will receive increased accuracies as well as improved predictions for each of these traits. Some changes for these specific expected progeny differences (EPDs) will be noted, particularly for nonparent animals without production data in regard to maternal traits. Adding the genomic component to SCF, CEM and M is

great step forward in determining a sire’s maternal ability earlier in life, opposed to waiting until he has daughters in production for results. Beyond adding the genomic component to the SCF model, the handling of contemporary groups in that model was restructured. In the current model, all daughters of a sire are compared across the breed to one another. In the new SCF model, the herd will be fit for comparison and, consequently, the new analysis will factor in environment more suitably. Because of this improvement, there may be changes in SCF values for some proven sires, although the correlation to the current and new SCF models is 0.70. Given SCF is a significant driver for the Baldy Maternal Index and the Brahman Influence Index, some animals will move ranks in their respective indices. In regard to the model updates for CEM and M, breeders should note minimal changes as a whole with the genomic component being added. In fact, the overall correlations comparing the current production run to the updated run with the genomic component added is 0.98 for both models.

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OCTOBER 2020

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147 Years of Raising Quality Cattle and Horses CS Cattle Co. • 575/376-2827 Cimarron, New Mexico “Out in God’s country”

Neogen, American Hereford Assn. Announce Educational Partnership

eogen Genomics and the American Hereford Association (AHA) are announcing the launch of an educational partnership to help association members make the best use of the rapidly evolving genomic tools available to them. Through the partnership, AHA members will have expanded access to Neogen’s genomics expertise at in-person AHA-sanctioned conferences and other meetings, as well as via on-line events and resources. “We are very pleased to announce our expanded partnership with the American Hereford Association,” said Neogen’s Director of Marketing and Sales, Tom Schultz. “Just as beef producers seek constant improvement as they move from one generation of animals to the next, we constantly seek to improve the products that we offer the beef industry from one generation to the next. It can be difficult for producers to keep up with the latest genomic technology. This effort is intended to make it easier for Hereford producers to learn about the latest innovations — and what it means to them.” There will also be educational opportunities for junior members to learn about the concept of genomic testing for genetic improvement. “The AHA looks forward to the opportunity and potential growth associated with the partnership,” said Jack Ward, AHA executive vice president. “As DNA technology evolves, this partnership will allow our members to stay current on proper DNA extraction along with its value for genetic improvement.” Neogen’s GeneSeek Genomic Profiler™ portfolio provides seedstock producers, breed associations, and genetics suppliers with the best tools on the market for DNA testing in cattle. Highly accurate genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (GE-EPDs) improve sale results, genomically assist seedstock selection, and accelerate breed improvement — which ultimately impacts a producer’s bottom line.

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When in Colfax County visit Cimarron and the Aztec Mill Museum

OCTOBER 2020

“Crossing the Rayado”

British Processors Say Meat Eating Unfairly Maligned

in making trade deals with other countries, the trade group also made the case for demand at home. It cites research showing an overwhelming number of Brits to be meat eaters, with most looking to cut back on their consumption of meat, rather than looking to become vegetarians.

by Kate Gibson, meatingplace.com

eary of being being a scapegoat for a variety of ills, the British Meat Processors Association has unveiled a website aimed at dispelling negative notions about eating animal protein. The site, SustainableBritishMeat.org, makes the case for British meat, touting its sustainability, high standards and support for the nation’s farmers, the trade group said in a recent news release. “Most people rely on information in the media to help them make their diet and lifestyle choices. But not all that information is correct. In fact, some of it is quite misleading,” Nick Allen, the association’s CEO, said in the release. The British Meat campaign makes the case for a “balanced approach” in feeding the world’s nearly 10 billion people and address climate change, saying British product addresses animal welfare standards and environmental concerns. While making the case for British meat

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Pandemic Effect on Restaurants as Bad as it Seems by Chris Scott, meatingplace.com

he first six months of the coronavirus pandemic forced nearly one in six U.S. restaurants to close either permanently or for the long term, according to a new survey from the National Restaurant Association (NRA). The survey also notes that nearly 3 million restaurant employees are still out of work and the industry is on track to lose $240 billion in sales by the end of the year. Restaurant operators also reported that they are still struggling to survive and don’t

expect their positions to improve over the next six months. Overall sales since the pandemic began fell 34 percent on average and at least 100,000 restaurants are expected to close by the end of 2020, the NRA survey reported. Operators also say current staffing levels are just 71 percent of what they typically would be in the absence of COVID-19. The pandemic is affecting nearly all segments of the restaurant industry, from independent owners to multi-unit franchise operators, NRA found. The organization added that 40 percent of operators believe it is unlikely their restaurant will still be in business in six months without additional relief packages from the federal government. That topic is covered in a letter the NRA recently sent to congressional leaders seeking new small business programs in bipartisan stand-alone bills to support the restaurant industry.

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Bulls for the commercial cowman wanting to add pounds & vigor to your calf crop

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Beyond Meat’s Pitch for More Customers: It’s Not Just Good for the Planet, It’s Also Good for You. by John D. Stoll, Wall Street Journal

n the hierarchy of what motivates us to buy stuff, two powerful forces are at play: Me and we. Lots of products are good for me, but don’t help the collective we. Stuff that’s good for the we doesn’t always benefit me. If you think humanity has become more altruistic during the pandemic, think again. “Consumers will be open to making small sacrifices that will benefit the Earth, but their appetite will be limited,” Smruti Kulkarni, director of Nielsen Holdings NLSN 1.24 percent PLC’s innovation arm BASES, wrote in a recent essay on Covid-19’s effect on consumer behavior. Good-for-theplanet sundries line shelves and clutter e-commerce, but “if the sustainable product is adding extra work/inconvenience, then it is likely that it will have limited appeal.” The plant-based meat industry is testing whether the best way to get consumers to act in the interest of others is to appeal to self-interest.

Meat alternatives from companies Beyond Meat Inc., BYND 4.81 percent Impossible Foods Inc. and Conagra Brands Inc.’s Gardein brand increasingly show up in restaurants and on dinner tables. Diners have been inspired by the environmental benefits (livestock and manure emissions make the agriculture sector among the largest U.S. emitters of methane) and because an Impossible Whopper at Burger

ucts contain sodium and saturated fat in an effort to replicate the taste of real meat, for instance. Beyond Meat’s founder Ethan Brown, an environmentalist and vegan, has long preached this gospel: The quest to get people to save the planet has to include the promise they are saving themselves. While Beyond Meat is indeed processed food (a four-letter word in many health-conscious households), Mr. Brown says the absence of genetically modified organisms, hormones, Companies that aim to win synthetic flavors or colors, antibiotics or cholesterol in Beyond converts to green products need products means you can still to convince consumers that they’re also feel good about putting it in your mouth. Beyond pulled in $300 acting in their own best interests. “ million in revenue in 2019, but King or a Beyond Famous Star with cheese Stanford University recently delivered to Mr. from Carl’s Jr. doesn’t resemble a bland Brown the type of research needed to crack veggie burger. a bigger part of the $1.4 trillion global But are they better for you? These prod- meat business. A study, funded via an unrestricted gift from Beyond Meat, found people who switched from real seasoned meat to Beyond’s seasoned plant-based alternative

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lowered LDL cholesterol levels, reduced heart-disease risk and even shed a couple pounds. I spent an hour talking with Christopher Gardner, the Stanford professor and nutritional scientist who led the research. He cautioned me about the limited and initial nature of this study (the trial was short, population small). But, he said the work provides important data for plant-based meats where very little outside research is done on the health consequences. Alleged health benefits can steer big changes in food consumption. Decades ago, after facing relentless criticism by anti-cholesterol activists, McDonald’s Corp. started cooking french fries in vegetable oil, abandoning the beef tallow that gave them a crispy outside and soft texture on the inside. People complained, but the “healthier” recipe prevailed. More relevant to Mr. Brown’s quest is the popularity of pricey organic foods over the past 20 years. Sales boomed in big part because buyers thought organic equaled healthy, even though evidence is inconclusive. Beyond’s Mr. Brown has hired dozens of scientists and spent tens of millions of dollars on R&D in recent years. But those efforts lack oomph without the kind of external validation from experts like Dr. Gardner. “There is no single topic that gets everybody to rethink what they are eating,” Dr. Gardner said. “You have to use multiple hooks.” Pricing, taste, social good and health all play a role. Mr. Brown is ready to tug more aggressively on that last hook. “You’re going to see our marketing through the balance of the year really emphasize that we don’t see the need to create a trade-off between your health and doing something good for the environment,” he said. “Period.” For Mr. Brown, this is a “Got Milk?”

moment. The ubiquitous print and television ads, featuring milk-mustached athletes as famous as pro tennis’s Williams sisters, caught his attention when he was younger. So did the 1980s “Milk: it does the body good,” campaign. The message: Moo juice would make us strong, healthy and tall. Mr. Brown hired Jeff Manning, the architect of the milk slogan to craft “this generation’s ‘Got Milk?’ campaign.” It’s a message of “eat this and you’ll have less

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inflammation in your joints, have less risk of cardiovascular disease as you get older, you’ll perform better athletically,” Mr. Brown said. Elite athletes like basketball player Chris Paul and retired alpine skier Lindsey Vonn are so-called brand ambassadors (and investors), extolling the health benefits of a Beyond Diet. Many other industries aim to get in on the changing perceptions act. During “BP Week 2020,” staged this month, the energy

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Many other industries aim to get in on the

changing perceptions act.

During “BP Week 2020,”

staged this month, the energy

giant’s brass heralded a shift away from oil and gas toward renewable energy.”

giant’s brass heralded a shift away from oil and gas toward renewable energy. Windmills and solar panels—once seen

as niche solutions—are coming down in Inc., maker of Bio insulation, started price as capacity and demand grows. Will working on the material in 2014, and it appealing to consumer’s pocketbooks finally goes on sale this year in jackets from instead of just their consciences turn the 15 brands, including L.L. Bean. tide? Maybe, but it will cost BP PLC dearly The environmental appeal of lowering to make alternatives more attractive. the amount of discarded clothing with stan“Rewiring and re-plumbing the global dard plastic insulation is clear. PrimaLoft energy system for a net-zero future is going CEO Mike Joyce knows people won’t autoto require trillions of dollars of investment,” matically shell out more cash just because BP Chief Executive Bernard Looney said. that tech is costly. Consumers will only participate if they see “Will they pay more?” Mr. Joyce asked. “I obvious benefits. “For all our conviction like to think of it as a bell curve. You have and confidence and commitment—this is 10 or 15 percent on either side, then you not altruism. This is not charity or ideology have your 70 percent in the middle.” or blind faith.” Given the choice between a coat desOther companies pursuing environmen- tined for a lifetime in a landfill and a greener tally friendly solutions are making similar option, the 70 percent want to go green, Mr. calculations. Consider a new line of puffy Joyce said. coats, gloves, ski pants and parkas equipped But, he said, there’s a catch: To appeal to with biodegradable insulation. PrimaLoft the “me” in those 70 percent, PrimaLoft is going to have to squeeze margins tight and aim to keep the price difference as wee as it can.

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MONDAY, OCT. 19 Hereford Homecoming Virtual Kickoff & Utilizing the Tools for Victory Educational Session . . . . . . 6 p.m Speakers: Shane Bedwell, AHA COO and Director of Breed Improvement & special message from Neogen

TUESDAY, OCT. 20 Scouting Consumer & Political Climate Change Virtual Educational Session . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m. Speakers: Danette Amstein, Midan Marketing & NCBA representative

WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21

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Setting up for Success Virtual Educational Session. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 p.m. Speakers: Nolan Stone, S= Cattle Company & Lowell Midla, VMD, MS, Merck Animal Health

THURSDAY, OCT. 22 Hereford Homecoming Virtual Awards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 p.m.

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FRIDAY, OCT. 23 AHA Board of Directors Homecoming Social. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 p.m.

SATURDAY, OCT. 24 Hereford Homecoming Breakfast. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30 a.m. Hereford Honorees Awards - Hall of Fame & Merit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 a.m. AHA Annual Membership Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 a.m. National Hereford Women Annual Meeting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11:30 a.m. Ladies of the Royal Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 p.m. American Royal Junior Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 p.m.

SUNDAY, OCT. 25 American Royal National Hereford Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 a.m. *National Hereford Queen Coronation will follow the female champions selection *National show awards will be presented throughout the Hereford show

MONDAY, OCT. 26 Virtual Homecoming Highlights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 p.m. *Schedule is subject to change. Updated as of Sept. 15, 2020.

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BARBER RANCH BULLS

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Featuring over 100 head of cutting-edge Hereford genetics…horned & polled We oﬀer high performance bulls as well as calving ease and added carcass value in an attractive package.

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P44086372 • DOB: 3/25/19 • Polled Sire: BR Hutton 4030ET • Dam: BR Gabrielle 5519 ET

44012941 • DOB: 2/1/19 • Horned Sire: BR Made to Order E012 ET • Dam: BR Caitlin D614

P44080944 • DOB: 4/20/19 • Scurred Sire: BR Sooner 6701 ET • Dam: BR Goldriel 6015

CED +8.6 / BW +2.2 / WW +57 / YW +100 / Milk +30 / M&G +59 / CHB +115 CED +2.9 / BW +1.9 / WW +55 / YW +92 / Milk +32 / M&G +60 / CHB +115

CED +5.8 / BW +4.2 / WW +59 / YW +97 / Milk +31 / M&G +60 / CHB +120

BR JOE BURREAUX 9152

BR D594 BENNETT 9059

BR D594 BENNETT 9060

BR KH SOONER 9086

P44086428 • DOB: 6/23/19 • Polled Sire: BR Sooner 6701 ET Dam: BR Terri D619

P44087822 • DOB: 2/28/19 • Polled Sire: KCF Bennett B716 D594 Dam: Perks Abra Mis Tootsie 7115

44013151 • DOB: 2/28/19 • Horned Sire: KCF Bennett B716 D594 Dam: BR Gabrielle 7089

44006703 • DOB: 3/16/19 • Horned Sire: BR Sooner On Sooner Dam: BR Virginia Gaea 4073

CED +6.0 / BW +1.0 / WW +51 / YW +79 / Milk +25 / M&G +51 / CHB +103

CED +2.3 / BW +6.3 / WW +74 / YW +130 / Milk +32 / M&G +69 / CHB +111

CED +4.0 / BW +1.5 / WW +58 / YW +88 / Milk +28 / M&G +57 / CHB +100

CED –5.5 / BW +5.8 / WW +65 / YW +106 / Milk +29 / M&G +62 / CHB +133

Barber Ranch genetics can elevate your next calf crop to premium levels! TO REQUEST YOUR SALE CATALOG, EMAIL: OFFICE@BARBERRANCH.COM Brett Barber (806) 681-2457 Justin Barber (806) 681-5528 Robbie Duis (815) 858-4129 Chelsea Duis, office (815) 858-5735 10175 FM 3138, Channing, TX 79018 Located 60 miles northwest of Amarillo One Family. One Passion. Since 1904.

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Suspected Clenbuterol Poisonings in Mexico Under Investigation

fficials in a Mexican state have issued a warning after suspicions that more than 50 people fell sick from eating meat contaminated with Clenbuterol. Health services in Morelos called on people to remain vigilant for the physical symptoms that can result from consuming meat with Clenbuterol. A total of 54 people from six municipalities are affected and one person is in a stable condition in hospital.

Legal situation Clenbuterol has been used as a food additive in some livestock feed to promote muscle mass and meat yield in cattle, lamb, poultry and swine. Such use is illegal in the U.S. and Europe. Use of the anabolic agent for cattle fattening is a criminal offence under the Federal Animal Health Law, according to the Mexican National Service for Agro-Alimentary Public Health, Safety and Quality (SENASICA). The agency operates programs to stop use of Clenbuterol in the feeding of bovine cattle for human consumption, which certify the work of meat producers, fatteners, storers and processors. From almost 3,800 samplings at production sites in 2019 only five positives were confirmed. Clenbuterol symptoms can include headaches, increased sweating, insomnia, nausea, possible muscle spasms, and increased blood pressure. They usually occur shortly after consuming contaminated food, and disappear two to six days later. Eduardo Sesma Medrano, from the Morelos public health agency, said that if after consuming meat products, issues such as tachycardia, anxiety and trembling of hands or fingers begin, it is a priority to go immediately to the nearest health center. Sesma Medrano said the symptoms are warning signs to seek medical attention, especially for people suffering from heart disease, as it can be dangerous and possibly fatal.

Testing of products In the municipalities of Jantetelco, Jonacatepec, Cuautla, Ayala, Atlatlahucan and Tepalcingo, 54 suspected cases of Clenbuterol poisoning were detected. In total, 39 were treated on an outpatient basis, 15 required hospitalization in different medical units but 14 of these patients have already been discharged. Asunción Virginia Muñoz Rangel, head of the Commission for the Protection against Sanitary Risks of the State of Morelos (Coprisem), said an investigation was started to find the origin of contaminated meat. Two points of sale in the area have been visited to carry out sanitary surveillance and obtain samples to analyze and determine if there is the presence of Clenbuterol in products. As part of a thesis in 2019, Aaron Valencia Garcia of the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de Morelos, analyzed samples of bovine meat products (muscle and liver), from different areas in the city of Cuernavaca, Morelos, and determined presence of Clenbuterol residues.

In total, 88 samples of beef muscle (leg) and 18 samples of beef liver were collected and analyzed from municipal markets, butchers and self-service stores. Of all 106 samples analyzed, 52 had clenbuterol residues. The amounts found also exceeded the maximum recommended limits by the Codex Alimentarius of 0.2 micrograms per kilogram for beef muscle and 0.6 micrograms per kilogram for beef liver.

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Walmart, Cargill, McDonald’s Partner to Improve Ranch Lands in Northern Plains with World Wildlife Fund by Tom Johnston, meatingplace.com

he Walmart Foundation, Cargill and McDonald’s are investing more than $6 million in an initiative led by World Wildlife Fund to make lasting improvements to the grasslands of the Northern

Great Plains. The Ranch Systems and Viability Planning (RSVP) project will support ranchers across the eco-region — focusing on Montana, Nebraska and South Dakota — with technical expertise, training and tools to help advance grazing practices that improve the health of the land. Improving management of 1 million acres over five years and avoiding conversion will result in increased carbon storage and sequestration, improved water infiltration and better outcomes for biodiversity, officials said. The RSVP program supports each company’s own ongoing sustainability initiatives in the beef supply chain. “We believe beef cattle can be a force for good, and one of the ways we can address some of our shared challenges by preserving wildlife and drawing down carbon, said Heather Tansey, sustainability lead for Cargill’s protein and animal nutrition and health businesses. “This initiative is a testament to that. I’m inspired by the efforts of ranchers who live this belief each day, and grateful for our partners who join us lending scale, resources and experience to advance realistic solutions that address climate change.” As ranchers continue to adapt their plans

to improve conservation and economic outcomes, and share learning, through the RSVP network, WWF will work with ranchers on private and tribal lands to provide extension services in one-on-one and group workshops, offer ongoing technical expertise and provide cost share and monitoring to help ranchers design, document and implement ranch plans. “Ranchers are the most important stewards of the grasslands of the Northern Great Plains. As managers of over 70 percent of the remaining intact grasslands within this region, they hold the keys to its future,” said Martha Kauffman, managing director of WWF’s Northern Great Plains program. “The RSVP network will support ranching partners in planning and improving the resiliency of their operations, so they continue to provide habitat for wildlife, store carbon, filter clean water, produce nutritious food and support communities for generations to come.”

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NMSU Extension Presents Youth Webinar on Skills for Success Beginning Oct. 1

cademic success is important whether continuing to higher education or pursuing a career after high school. Developing effective skills is key for student success, especially when transitioning into the higher demands and workloads experienced in high school and post-secondary education. New Mexico State University Cooperative Extension Service 4-H and Youth Development program will host a fiveweek webinar series, “Take it to the Next Level: Skills for Student Success,” for youth ages 12 to 18 to help them build and advance skills for student success in school, work and their personal lives. The 30-minute sessions will be at 7 p.m. every Thursday in October, beginning Oct. 1. To register for the webinar, visit http://

rsvp.nmsu.edu/rsvp/nextlevel. “This webinar series is presented by the Aggie Next Step: Post-Secondary Success program,” said Newt McCarty, NMSU Extension 4-H and youth development agent. “This is the first outreach of the Aggie Next Step program that will be introduced in January and piloted in some eighth-grade classrooms throughout the state.” The October webinar will include sessions on personal responsibility, study skills, goal setting, organizational and time management skills, and positivity. “Being academically successful is challenging for many students, even in traditional school settings. Our current learning environment has increased those challenges significantly,” McCarty said. “The skills presented in this series, if practiced, will help students become more successful in their academic career.” “This series is exciting in that it provides opportunity for youth across the state to experience and benefit from 4-H, even if they are not yet enrolled in the 4-H program,” said Laura Bittner, NMSU Extension 4-H and Youth Development interim department head. “It aligns with the 4-H program’s goals of providing opportunities for young people

to develop leadership skills, positive self-esteem, effective communication skills, a solid sense of personal responsibility and the ability to make sound decisions,” she said. “The life skills learned in 4-H enable youth to become productive, well-informed, self-reliant responsible adults.” Aggie Next Step: Post-Secondary Success program is being developed and implemented through NMSU’s College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences’ 4-H and Youth Development Program. “Aggie Next Step will guide eighth- to twelfth-grade youth in developing and enhancing key life skills in three major focus areas: academics, career and personal,” said McCarty. “The sooner youth develop and advance the skills necessary for academic and career success, the better.” For information on the Next Level Series or Aggie Next Step program, contact Newt McCarty, jnewton3@ nmsu.edu.

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he New Mexico State University Board of Regents approved the New Mexico Department of Agriculture’s (NMDA) proposed Commercial Feeds rule amendment at its regular meeting Sept. 18. During the 2020 legislative session,

Senate Bill 57 “Pet Food Fee for Neutering & Sheltering” was signed into law. This amended the New Mexico Commercial Feed Act (Section 76-19A NMSA 1978) to add a new section titled “Spay and Neuter Program Fee.” The legislation mandates that NMDA shall impose an additional fee on pet food registration for dogs and cats to fund the dog and cat spay and neuter assistance program and the animal sheltering act. NMDA held a virtual hearing July 29 to receive public input on an amendment to the 21.18.3 NMAC, Commercial Feeds rule. This amendment adds new definitions and a new section titled “Spay and Neuter Program Fee.” Legal authority authorizing the rule amendment is granted to the board of

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joint resolution, to overrule the regulation. Once a rule is repealed, the CRA also prohibits the reissuing of the rule in substantially the same form or the issuing of a new rule that is substantially the same. In the first few months of the Trump Administration Congress passed thirteen joint resolutions overturning recent Obama regulations. Those of most interest to us were: One that overturned BLM planning regulations, one that overturned the department of Interior’s stream protection rule, and one that overturned restrictions on hunting in certain wildlife refuges. The overturning of the BLM planning regulations was a big win for state and local governments, who were being pushed aside by BLM. President Trump signed various Executive Orders that benefitted ag producers and rural landowners. Trump signed an Executive Order directing a review of the “Waters of the United States” rule. The review should be conducted, says the E.O., “showing due regard for the roles of the Congress and the States under the Constitution.” The key here, of course, is how you define “Navigable Waters”, and the President was pretty specific, saying it should be defined “in a manner consistent with the

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the proposal would bring about five posi- tal laws on the books and the most litigated tive results by: 1) allowing federal lands to environmental law in U.S. history. be excluded from critical habitat designaCan the feds tell us how many NEPA doctions 2) clearly defining when the agency uments are prepared each year? No. must provide an exclusion analysis 3) allow- According to a 2014 Government Accounting the agency to consider more than just a b i l i t y O f f i c e ( G A O ) r e p o r t , the economic consequences of listing 4) “Governmentwide data on the number and providing that when a grazing allotment type of most NEPA analyses are not readily owner is properly executing a conservation available, as data collection efforts vary plan that protects the species in question, by agency.” the land will always be excluded from critCan they tell us the cost of complying ical habitat designation; and 5) considering with NEPA? No. As the GAO explains, “In local governments and stakeholders general, we found that the agencies we as experts. reviewed do not routinely track data on the On July 16 of this year the Trump Admin- cost of completing NEPA analyses. Accordistration published a final rule to modernize ing to CEQ officials, CEQ rarely collects data the implementation of the National Envi- on projected or estimated costs related to ronmental Policy Act (NEPA). The new rule complying with NEPA.” sets a two-year limit for agencies to issue Some agencies keep better records. The environmental impact statements, sets Dept. of Energy found in 2013 the average page limits for environmental impact state- cost of an EIS for them was $2.4 million and ments and environmental assessments, the average cost for an EA was $301,000. requires senior agency officials to oversee The GAO also reported “that the 197 final NEPA compliance, and allows applicants EISs in 2012 had an average preparation and contractors a greater role in prepar- time of 1,675 days, or 4.6 years.” ing environmental impact statements. Who knows what those numbers are I must add here that NEPA, as previously today, but for sure it is a colossal waste of interpreted by the agencies and courts, has time and money. Anyway, how can you do been one of the most wasteful environmen- a cost/benefit analysis if you don’t know the

cost? They have kept that hidden from us. However, the time and size requirements and limitations imposed by the new rule will certainly have an impact on costs. Taken as a whole, the direction in policy is clear: less federal control over land, water and the economy. Now ask yourself, what direction would have been taken if Trump’s opponent in 2016 had been elected? What will the direction be if Trump’s opponent in 2020 is elected? I think you know the answers. Until next time, be a nuisance to the devil and don’t forget to check that cinch. Frank DuBois was the NM Secretary of Agriculture from 1988 to 2003, is the author of a blog: The Westerner (www.thewesterner.blogspot.com) and is the founder of The DuBois Rodeo Scholarship and The DuBois Western Heritage Foundation

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reported that the younger Davy Crockett was the nephew of the one who died at the Alamo). After Texas independence was gained later in 1836 with Sam Houston’s victory over General Santa Anna at San Jacinto (April 21), the new government awarded Crockett’s widow, Elizabeth, some property along the Brazos River in what is now Hood County, southwest of Fort Worth. Robert Crockett, the elder Davy’s son, and his wife Matilda, moved to Texas from Tennessee in the mid-1850s. With the couple was their son David “Davy”, who had been born in February 1853. Robert Crockett operated a toll bridge over the Brazos. No one is certain when young Davy arrived in Cimarron, Colfax County, New Mexico. Some sources place him in New Mexico as early as 1870 when he is said to have participated—along with famed “shootist” Clay Allison—in the lynching of Charles Kennedy, an alleged serial killer who, according to legend, was decapitated and his head taken to the Lambert Saloon in Cimarron. Other sources discount this tale. “…A mob led by Allison and Crockett could not have been…possible. The Lambert Saloon was not in existence until 1872. Crockett was not yet in New Mexico, but in Texas.” Crockett would have only been 17 years old at the time. Historians generally agree that Crockett operated a small ranch near Cimarron by the mid-1870s. One of his neighbors was Clay Allison; another was Pete Burleson, with whom Crocket had been acquainted in Texas. Crockett’s ranch foreman was one Gus Heffron. It is also generally agreed that Crockett was a likeable young man, and well received at local social events. Gus Heffron was exactly the opposite, considered by townsmen as a quarrelsome braggart and coward. All the same, Crockett and Heffron struck up a strong friendship. The first of Crockett’s assaults upon society took place on March 24, 1876 in the barroom of the St. James Hotel. The story goes that Crockett, Heffron and a third man, Henry Goodman, had spent the day drinking in Cimarron’s saloons and that evening they stopped at the St. James to get one continued on page 52 >>

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more bottle of booze to take with them, back to the ranch. Crockett had trouble leaving the establishment, as the door wouldn’t seem to open. He discovered that the cause was a soldier, a Black soldier, on the other side of the portal, trying to get in. Crockett pulled his gun and shot the man dead, then whirled and shot three other Black soldiers who were sitting at a table and playing cards. Two of them died. One source lists the three soldiers killed as Privates George Small, John Hanson and Anthony Harvey, members of Troop “L”, 9th Cavalry, better known as Buffalo Soldiers. Crockett later surrendered himself to a friendly court where he plead his innocence predicated on the notion that it was simply a matter of drunken behavior with no malice involved. The court agreed and fined Crockett $50 for “carrying arms.” At some point, Crockett decided that cattle ranching was not for him, so he sold off his livestock and spent his time in hoorawing the town of Cimarron. Along with Heffron, he was often observed riding up and down the town’s main street firing his

pistol into the air, or taking casual shots at random targets. The county’s sheriff, Isaiah Rinehart, who had taken office on March 8, se eme d p owerless to s top the depredations. On one occasion, Crockett was said to have roped a pedestrian, dragged him to the general store and outfitted him with a new suit of clothes, the bill for which he sent to Sheriff Rinehart. Another time, the story goes, he forced the sheriff, at the point of a gun, to drink whiskey until the lawman was completely intoxicated. This behavior went on for six months. By then, Sheriff Rinehart and the people of Cimarron had had enough. Late in September 1876, Crockett and Heffron were again in Cimarron on a drunken spree and making nuisances of themselves. On Saturday the 30th, Sheriff Rinehart approached a rancher named Joseph Holbrook and postmaster John McCullough and asked them to arm themselves and assist him in arresting Crockett and Heffron. They agreed. Late that afternoon the lawmen approached the drunken revelers, who were mounted and on the way out of town. Holbrook ordered them

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OCTOBER 2020

Pros of Transferring Property Prior to Death

by Tiffany Dowell Lasment, Texas Agriculture Law Blog

here are certainly advantages to deeding property prior to one’s death, rather than waiting for that property to pass by will. First, it is done and the landowner no long has to worry about it! It can also allow the landowner the enjoyment of watching the next generation take over and begin operating the family farm or ranch that the next generation now owns. Second, it allows the land to pass without going through the probate process. Even though the probate process here in Texas is not nearly as complex as some other states, it is a process that can take time, effort, and money to complete.

Third, this is a way to get land out of the landowner’s name. This may be important for a number of reasons including qualifying for Medicaid and avoiding Medicaid Estate Recovery Program. It would ensure that the asset involved would not be part of the landowner’s taxable estate when calculating potential federal estate tax liability. It would also decrease certain expenses for the landowner, such as property taxes since the land would no longer be in his or her name.

Cons of Transferring Property Prior to Death There are also downsides to deeding property to another person while the landowner is still living. First, once the property is deeded, the landowner has no more control and the deed is irrevocable. This means if the landowner gets angry at the heir, he or she cannot take back the transfer. Similarly, if the heir decides that he or she wants to do something with the property that the landowner disapproves of – like selling the land, for example – the landowner has no say

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over that decision because the land is owned by the heir. Second, there are tax implications of making this type of lifetime transfer. If property is deeded during a person’s lifetime that may have gift tax consequences and may also affect the landowner’s lifetime exemption with regard to estate taxes. It is critical that a landowner consult with a tax professional before making a decision to gift during his or her lifetime. To learn more about estate and gift taxes, go to: https:// aglaw.libsyn.com/episode-79-kitt-tovar-estate-gift-inheritance-tax for a podcast I did with Kitt Tovar on these topics. Third, another potential negative tax consequence of this type of lifetime transfer occurs as it relates to capital gains taxes. Generally, if property is passed by will at a person’s death, the heir receives a step up in basis for capital gains tax purposes, thus likely decreasing the capital gains taxes that would be owed if the property is sold. If property is transferred prior to death, the heir will not receive this step up in basis. To learn more about capital gains taxes, go to: aglaw.libsyn.com/episode-71-pat-dillon-capital-gains-taxes-agriculture for an interview I did with Pat Dillon on this topic. Fourth, this type of transfer could cause several issues related to Medicaid. It could trigger the Medicaid Transfer Penalty. When a person seeks to apply for Medicaid benefits, one question that they will have to answer is whether they have transferred property for less than fair market value within the last 5 years. If they have, then they may be ineligible to qualify for Medicaid for a certain period of time. Additionally, the value of the property transferred within that 5-year period would be counted towards the value of the person’s assets for purposes of determining whether they qualify for Medicaid. For more information on elder law issues like these, go to: https:// aglaw.libsyn.com/episode-65-kristen-porter-elder-law for an interview I did with Texas-based attorney, Kristen Porter. Fifth, since the land would be in the name of the heir, it could potentially be subject to any creditors or judgement against the heir.

Alternatives to Consider In Texas, there are two alternative transfer methods that offer many of the benefits and avoid many of the disadvantages of lifetime transfers. As with anything in the law, there is no “one size fits all,” so I recommend consulting an attorney to determine if one of these options might be right for you.

they are not technically part of the grantor’s probate estate, the assets deeded by a Transfer on Death or Lady Bird Deed are not subject to the Medicaid Estate Recovery Program. Lastly, these transfers will likely protect the property from the heirs’ creditors. For a Transfer on Death Deed, since the transfer technically does not occur until after the death of the grantor, the asset is not subject to claims of the heir since the heir does not technically own the property until the death. For a Lady Bird Deed, were there to be an issue with an heir’s creditor seeking to claim the property, the deed could simply be revoked by the grantor during the grantor’s lifetime.

Conclusion With estate planning, there are pros and cons to almost every tool. It is important for people to think carefully about the tools that offer the most benefits and the least downsides when making and executing their estate plan. I highly recommend working with an attorney licensed in your jurisdiction to help make the best decision of you and your family.

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These are the Transfer on Death Deed and the Enhanced Life Estate Deed (also known as the Lady Bird Deed). Although they differ in details, these two deeds are very similar in operation. Both allow the landowner to designate who his or her property will be transferred to and deeds are completed and filed during the landowner’s lifetime. For a Transfer on Death Deed, the transfer does not actually occur until the death of the grantor. For a Lady Bird Deed, the grantor would retain a life estate in the property and transfer the remainder interest to the identified heirs, but would retain a number of “enhanced rights,” including the right to revoke the Lady Bird Deed and the right to sell or encumber the property without consent from the heirs. To learn more about these deeds and the minor differences between them, visit aglaw.libsyn.com/episode-71-pat-dillon-capital-gains-taxes-agriculture to listen to a podcast episode I did on this very topic with Garrett Couts and be sure to read my prior blog posts discussing Transfer on Death Deeds and Lady Bird Deeds. Both of these types of deeds offer the benefits of a lifetime transfer in that the land will not be subject to the probate process and it is out of the landowner’s name for purposes of Medicaid. They also avoid many of the downsides of lifetime transfers. These deeds are revocable–meaning that if the landowner decides that he or she wants to “take back” the transfer, he or she can do so up until death. For example, if a Transfer on Death or Lady Bird Deed is drafted and filed giving the farm to Child A, but later the parents decide they want to give one part of the farm to Child A and another to Child B, they can simply revoke the previously recorded deed or file a new, modified deed to make that change. Similarly, if the parents initially did a Transfer on Death Deed or Lady Bird Deed to a child, but then decided to sell the property rather than leave it to the child, they have the right to do so. Second, these deeds do not trigger any gift tax liability. Likewise, these deeds will allow the recipient to obtain the stepped up basis for capital gains taxes. Third, these deeds were designed to avoid issues related to Medicaid, so they have the benefit of getting the property out of the owner’s name to allow qualification for Medicaid. These deeds are not considered a transfer to which the Medicaid Transfer Penalty applies. Additionally, since

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VIEW FROM THE BACKSIDE by Barry Denton

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(The views expressed in this column are not necessarily those of the New Mexico Cattle Growers, Wool Growers or this publication.)

ou must admit that sheep dogs are rather amazing creatures. The sheep dog sees a flock of sheep as one cohesive unit and tries to keep them that way. When the dog is satisfied, then it will move the sheep forward as a flock. Sheep dogs seem to have this instinct instilled in them and so they repeat it many

times and become quite proficient at it. It works the same way with people. Politicians prey on fear, herd the scared into a flock, and then they can drive them anywhere. This has been evidenced with the recent election infection, also known as the lingering pandemic. I mean left wing politicians have never been so happy in their lives as they have all their flocks moving forward to vote for them in the upcoming election on November 3rd. Then their next tactic was to whip people into a frenzy to cause riots in some of our biggest Democrat controlled cities. The Democrat mayors and city council members were so thrilled with the riots that they let them continue, despite the oath that they took to uphold the law. They are trying to eliminate police departments in many of these cities so the constant chaos can continue. It’s quite obvious that rural people that can think for themselves do not follow the governor’s orders or comply with their state’s idiotic mandates. It’s much

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easier to scare city folks that are already following an abundance of over regulation. Remember the sheep dog? California has been plagued with more and more fires since the Democrat takeover of the state several years ago. The elimination of grazing and logging in California’s forests is taking a huge toll on California’s inhabitants and budget. California’s Governor Newsome, was surveying fire damage recently near Oroville. According to reporter Tom Tapp of Hollywood’s Deadline the governor’s comment was, “We are going to have to fast track our efforts in terms of meeting our clean energy goals much sooner. Key among these would be to, “adapt strategies to get more electric vehicles out on the street.” The state’s current goal of 100 percent clean energy by midcentury will be too late. If you just lost your home to fires or are a firefighter on the ground is this what you need to hear? Would Governor Newsom ever consider the advice of a forest ranger, rancher, firefighter, a homeowner, or anyone else that lives close to the land? Do Californian’s actually believe that? Probably they do, as Newsom is the sheep dog of California. My take on it is that if you drive more electric cars it will eliminate forest fires, huh? I think the state’s next program should be to give every homeless person camping out in California’s large cities an electric car to live in. My heart goes out to all those people involved with the fires. It does not look like there is much hope coming from Sacramento. Can you drive away from a fire faster in an electric car? Nope. What has happened to professional sports? They used to be fun to watch and to talk about. There’s nothing better than watching competitors at their highest level. Why did they become political? One thing about it, there is barely a “man” among them. When an entire team disrespects our military, our police, and our veterans by not honoring America’s national anthem they should all be fired. If it wasn’t for those guys and gals that risk their lives there would be no country to play a ball game in. Now we seem to have a bunch of whining millionaires on the screen. Just tell me who the dope was that came up with a “black” national anthem? What is that supposed to be? It was ratified by what nation? This is truly the dumbest thing that I have ever heard or seen take place. continued on page 61 >>

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very five years, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and Health and Human Services (HHS) work together to update and release the Dietary Guidelines for Americans (Dietary Guidelines.) Each edition of the Dietary Guidelines reflects the most current nutritional science and advises consumers on what to eat and drink for better health and reduced risk of chronic disease. The 2020 to 2025 Dietary Guidelines for Americans Advisory Committee (DGAC) is comprised of 20 health and nutrition experts who are responsible for developing the recommendations for the USDA and HHS. The Dietary Guidelines provide a roadmap for healthy eating and serve as the foundation for federal nutrition programs; school, military, hospital and nursing home menus, and many other expert nutrition recommendations. Because the Dietary Guidelines has a significant influence on consumer eating habits, the Beef Checkoff works diligently to ensure beef is well represented in this publication. For the most recent edition, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), a contractor to the Beef Checkoff, submitted 21 sets of public comments and more than 100 research studies supporting beef’s role in a healthy diet. The comments submitted to the DGAC on behalf of the Beef Checkoff reviewed the scientific evidence on the following

Left: This graphic illustrates the 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines. Above: Dietary Guidelines For Americans are updated every five years.

ЇЇ Dispelling the myth that Americans are over consuming red meat, when in fact, Americans, on average, eat less than two ounces of beef each day, which is in line with current DGA recommendations. ЇЇ The best scientific practices for evaluating beef-related research, including accurate meat definitions. ЇЇ Research reinforcing the importance of flexibility in choosing beef in a variety of healthy diets, including those low in carbohydrates and high in protein. This study proves beef can be a part of a healthy diet and gives consumers the flexibility to include more lean unprocessed beef in their daily diets. The Beef Checkoff will continue to support cutting-edge nutritional research with leading scientists at universities and research institutions to understand beef’s role in health.

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OCTOBER 2020

San Juan Youth Livestock Show

espite COVID-19, the San Juan County Youth Livestock Show took place in August. It was a market show only for beef, swine, lamb, goat, turkey and poultry with a virtual livestock sale. San Juan County has the second largest 4-H youth enrollment in the state of New Mexico with a membership of over 450 to 500 youth. The county fair provides 4-H members with a chance to show what they have learned with their completed projects, ranging from baking, electricity, and woodworking to training dogs and horses as well as raising and showing other livestock animals such as beef, swine, sheep, goat, rabbits and poultry. These projects teach the youth not Above Left: Council Director Marjorie Lantana from Crownpoint volunteers at the SJC Youth Livestock Sale. Above Right: The Show Must Go On was the theme only about their individual projects but responsibility for for the 2020 SJC Youth Livestock Sale. finishing what they have begun. The 4-H Program in San Juan County challenges youth management, as well as creative arts . to gain knowledge in the areas of leadership, citizenship, perThe NM Beef Council provided beef promotional items for sonal growth and development, animal science, engineering the Buyer’s goodie bags in support of the 4-H Livestock Show. science, plant science, natural science, cultural education, home Congratulations San Juan County 4-Her’s. economics, food and nutrition, consumer education and home

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Arby’s Introduces Two New Beef Sandwiches

f Arby’s isn’t the first restaurant you think of when you hear the Arby’s Storefront word “prime rib,” the folks at the 3,400-unit chain want to change your mind with two new cheesesteak sandwiches that use this top-grade cut of beef. Prime rib is as good as it gets, often reserved for holiday dinners and special occasions, so to use it in a humble fast food cheesesteak sandwich is a little surprising. Often, cheesesteaks are made with the cheaper skirt steak or sirloin, fried with onions and sometimes peppers, tossed with some American cheese, provolone, or, in the case of the classic original Geno’s in Philadelphia, Cheez Whiz, then slid from the pan into the roll. The Fire Roasted Philly is one of two new Arby’s cheesesteaks are starting with cooked, shaved prime rib then BEEF sandwiches offered by Arby’s. adding the peppers and onions and provolone. While the preparation strays from the traditional, the upgrade in meat is an interesting one. Prime rib is an excellent cut of meat and well worth the price when you buy it at your local grocer, according to Cook’s Illustrated, so adding it to an Arby’s offering certainly boosts its allure.

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We have one nation here and only one national anthem. I also have no respect for any of the leagues that endorsed the Marxist Black Lives Matter organization. Billionaire owners that should be leaders are endorsing this nonsense. If nothing else the pandemic taught us just how unnecessary sports teams are. Hopefully, someone from within will rise up and be the big sheep dog and lead sports back into being a wonderful pastime. I know it won’t be Roger Goodell the commissioner of the National Football League as he was touting how Colin Kaepernick was ahead of his time kneeling for the National Anthem four years ago. I wonder which city is enjoying its riots

the most, Seattle or Portland? Now one thing that I have never seen or heard of is a “cowboy riot.” Maybe we should start one of those against the city slickers? Don’t worry, we’ll never have the time or be able to afford the luxury of travel. My hat is off to “Rodeo; America’s Favorite Sport”. Those boys and girls salute the flag, sing the national anthem, and say a prayer to God at each performance. The cowboys and cowgirls are true Americans in my book. No doubt that the forces of evil are

trying hard to take over the country. We must meet them at every step to preserve freedom and our right to pursue happiness. Without freedom there will be no happiness. Let’s keep the rural independent spirit alive and let’s try to infect as many other people as we can. Oh, I need an answer to this age old question, “Why is it that you never see the headline, “Psychic Banned from Racetrack after Winning Every Race?”

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USDA Invites Rural Economic Development Grant & Loan Apps

he USDA is seeking applications for loans and grants under the Rural Economic Development Loan and Grant (REDLG) Programs for fiscal year (FY) 2021. The agency seeks research into specific priority issues, including developing the rural economy, harnessing technological innovation, supporting a rural workforce and improving quality of life. Another priority is achieving e-connectivity for rural America. This notice is being issued in order to allow applicants sufficient time to leverage financing, prepare and submit their applications, and give the Agency time to process applications within FY 2021. The deadline for completed applications to be received in the USDA Rural Development State Office no later than 4:30 p.m. (local time) are: Dec. 31 for the second fiscal quarter, March 31, 2021 for the third quarter and June 30, 2021 for the fourth quarter. Applications must be submitted to the USDA Rural Development State Office for the State where the Project is located. Applications may be submitted in paper or electronic format to the appropriate Rural Development State Office and must be received by 4:30 p.m. local time on the deadline date(s). Applicants are encouraged to contact their respective State Office listed below for an email contact to submit an electronic application prior to the submission deadline date(s). For Further Information Contact: Cindy Mason at 202/690-1433, cindy. mason@usda.gov or David Chestnut at 202/692-5233, david.chestnut@usda.gov, Program Management Division, Business Programs, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Avenue SW, Stop 3226, Room 4202-South, Washington, DC 202503226, or call 202/720-1400. For further information on this notice, please contact the USDA Rural Development State Office in the State in which the applicant’s headquarters is located. A list of Rural Development State Office contacts is provided at the following link: www.rd.usda. gov/contact-us/state-offices.

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Steak & Sweet Potato Hash MAKES 2 SERVINGS 30 MINUTES Recipe courtesy of: Couple in the Kitchen, coupleinthekitchen.com Ingredients 1 Beef Tenderloin Steak 3 cups (about 1 large) sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into small cubes 1 cup sweet onion, diced 1 cup red bell pepper, diced 2-3 Tbsp. oil Salt and pepper, to taste Optional Ingredients Fried egg Chives, chopped

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Preparation Season the Tenderloin steak generously with salt and pepper. Heat 2 Tbsp. of oil on HIGH heat in a heavy duty skillet, preferably cast iron. Place steak in skillet; cook 7 to 10 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove steak from the skillet and let rest. Reduce heat to MEDIUM and add an additional Tbsp. of oil, if needed. Add the onion and red pepper to the skillet, sautéing for 1 minute. Add sweet potatoes, mix and spread out in a flat layer. Season the top with salt and pepper. Do not over-stir your hash. Let it cook uninterrupted for 8 minutes or until the bottom starts to brown.

Using a spatula, carefully flip sections of the hash over, leaving them in a flat layer once again. Season the remaining side with salt and pepper. Cook for an additional 8 minutes. Cube the steak, mixing it into the hash or if preferred, slice the steak and place it on top of the hash. Cook for another minute. If desired, top with a fried egg and chives. Serve. SUGGESTIONS: Sirloin can be substituted for Tenderloin steaks in this versatile hash recipe. NUTRITION INFORMATION per serving: 531 Calories; 247 Calories from fat; 27.7 g Total Fat (7.5 g Saturated Fat; 15.8 g Monounsaturated Fat); 64.1 mg Cholesterol; 153.4 mg Sodium; 52.1 g Total Carbohydrate; 8.8 g Dietary Fiber; 19.2 g Protein; 2.8 mg Iron; 1169.9 mg Potassium; 0.3 mg Thiamin; 0.3 mg Riboflavin; 8.7 mg Niacin; 1.1 mg Vitamin B6; 0.7 mcg Vitamin B12; 3.4 mg Zinc; 18.5 mcg Selenium; 93.9 mg Choline. This recipe is an excellent source of Protein, Dietary Fiber, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Potassium, and Zinc. It is a good source of Iron and Choline.

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RATON MILLION DOLLAR VIEW, Colfax County, NM. 97.68 +/- deeded acres in 2 parcels with excellent home, big shop, wildlife, a true million dollar view at the end of a private road. $489,000. Also listed with the house and one parcel for $375,000

COLMOR-OCATE CREEK, Colfax and Mora County, NM 853 +/- deeded acres split by I25 and Ocate Creek. Suit cattle operation, with some wildlife drawn to water holes in creek. $617,000

MIAMI 20 ACRES, Colfax County, NM quality 2,715 sqft adobe home, barn, grounds, fruit trees and mature trees. Extremely private setting. REDUCED $353,000. This is a must see. Also listed with same house with 10 +/- deeded acres for $308,000

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ROCIADA, NM: 22 acre parcel off Maestas Canyon has tall pines, fir, spruce, sugar pine, foxtail, close to pavement. Quiet & Secluded & borders Nat forest. Asking $140,000

EAGLE NEST ESCAPE, Colfax County, NM. 78.42± deeded acres in off HWY 64 overlooking Eagle Nest Lake, private pond, two elk tags, 3 bedroom home with and large shop garage able to store your RV and big toys. Improvements almost half a mile off highway. Truly an escape. $850,000 OCTOBER 2020

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*NEW* 550-600+/- Head Kaler Ranch Holdings, Sheldon, AZ. –

Two world class ranches comprise this offering on 14 miles of scenic river frontage. Includes a total of 1467+/- deeded acres with 2 rock homes equipped with solar, battery backup, and tied to the grid; +/240 tillable flood irrigated acres with 100+/-acres under cultivation. Combined there are a total of 17 wells, most on solar; numerous springs and stock ponds; 40+/- Sections of BLM and private leased land. There are two additional homes on the private lease. Includes 100 reputation Angus cows and 10 bulls. $5,500,000 *NEW* 252+/- Head Gordon Family Ranch, Aguila, AZ – This historic

working cattle ranch is thirty minutes from Wickenburg, with 50+/- deeded acres, 77,331+/- acres BLM grazing permits, and 11,035+/- acre State lease. HQ has two solar powered homes with backup generators; bunk house; tack house; good set of working and shipping corrals. There are also steel pipe horse facilities; two round pens; six pens and 15+/- acre horse pasture. This is a well watered ranch with 10 wells, 11 dirt tanks, 6 water tanks, and 7 drinkers. Good variety of grasses and browse. A scenic and well maintained ranch. List of equipment included will be provided. Cattle may be sold by private treaty. $1,700,000

*NEW* 305 +/- acres, and 570 +/acres of potential farmland near Sunizona & the Chiricahua Mountains – (not adjacent). Both parcels have deep, fertile, sandy loam- perfect for wine or grapes. Smaller parcel has solar power well, 3,000 gal. storage tank w/ 2 drinkers + fencing . Cross fenced into 4 pastures. Domestic well at site of old homestead. Grubbed of mesquite in 2010. Ash Creek runs through southern portion of property. $393,450.Larger parcel features gated entrances, fully fenced w/ Turkey creek running through the northern portion. Recent hydrology report available. $678,300 *SOLD* 68+/- Head Three Brothers Ranch, Tombstone, AZ – Good starter or retirement ranch in the San Pedro River valley with sweeping views, good access, grass, browse and water. 320+/- ac. deeded, 5,403+/ac. State lease, 2,961+/- ac. BLM permit. Easy terrain with access from Hwy 82 and Tombstone. 3 wells, 2 storage tanks with drinkers, 2 dirt tanks, set of wood & wire corrals. Adjoins Orduno Draw Ranch also offered by Stockmen’s Realty, LLC. $600,000

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*NEW* 530+/- Acre Homestead with Home near Cotton City, Hidalgo, County, NM – Versatile property great for those wishing to be self-sustainable or looking for a place to pasture horses, a small herd of cattle or other livestock. Recently remodeled home, 2 wells, fenced in garden area and fully fenced 520+/- acres, stout corrals, hay shed, conex box,and 1 BR, 1 BA bunkhouse. $443,800 for all or or $200,000 for house and 10 acres. * REDUCED* 30+/- Head Orduno Draw Ranch,Tombstone, AZ – An excellent value! Small desert ranch in the San Pedro Valley of Cochise County, Arizona. 320+/- ac. deeded, 2,780+/- ac. State lease, and 560+/- ac. BLM Allotment. Easy terrain, gentle hills with mesquite, acacia, and creosote, and several major draws with good browse and grassy bottoms. Has one well that needs equipping, a dirt tank, and is

fenced. Borders the San Pedro River National Conservation Area and has easy access from Highway 80. This would make a great starter or hobby ranch or complement to a larger holding. $240,000 HORSE PROPERTIES/LAND *NEW PRICING* 40+/- Acre Last Stand B&B Guest Ranch, Sonoita, AZ – An exceptional property in the grasslands of Sonoita, presently operating as a successful wedding & equestrian event venue. The Territorial, two-story 4 BR, 4.5 BA main

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beaverheadoutdoors.com home has 4,110 s.f., & custom features throughout. A true destination property w/a pool & two cabana guest rooms, 3 casitas, event barn, horse facilities, roping arena, recreation room w/racquetball court, & fishing pond. Neighbors public conservation land with trails. Powered by 80 solar panels connected to the grid, one well w/pressure tank & storage, also fenced for livestock. Mature landscape & fruit trees. Property could also be converted to a vineyard/ winery. $1,975,000 $1,675,000 A great value! *REDUCED* Acreage in San Rafael Valley, AZ – Own a slice of heaven in the beautiful San Rafael Valley, where open spaces, wildlife, ranching history & private dreams live. Pristine scenic San Rafael Valley acreage w/ lush grasslands, beautiful views, un-

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First time offering of a quality ranch property located in northeastern Chaves County, New Mexico, approximately 20 miles northwest of the small community of Elida. Configured in two tracts of a total of 7,200 deeded acres and 640 acres of state lease. Watered by three wells and pipelines. Grazing capacity is estimated to be 130 AUYL. Priced at $370 per deeded acre. Call for a brochure. Scott McNally, Qualifying Broker Bar M Real Estate, LLC P.O. Box 428, Roswell, NM 88202 Office: 575-622-5867 Cell: 575-420-1237 Website: www.ranchesnm.com

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SUMNER LAKE, State Road 203, River Ranches Estates, River Ranch Road lots (at intersection with 203) $18,900 each. State Road 203 frontage lot. $25,000 SAN ANTONIO, Zanja Road, 4.66 acres farmland with Middle Rio Grande Conservancy District water rights. $69,000 CUERVO, Mesita Pass Road, 148.13 acres of land in Mesita Ranch Subdivision. Perfect for a new home site, hunting or grazing. $85,000

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PIE TOWN, Goat Ranch Road Access, South of Wild Horse Ranch Subdivision. 20 acres vacant land. $16,000, 40 acres vacant land. $32,000. Beautiful views. RIBERA,340 CR B41E 32.6 acres with 3bd/2ba home on Pecos River, Hay Barn and outbuildings. Just over 20 acres in alfalfa and grass hay production. $695,000 CUERVO, 1130 Aguila Road. 3bd/1ba home with corral on 56.6 acres at the foot of Cuervo Mesa. $85,000 MAGDALENA, 47 Angus Loop, 3bd/2ba home on 11.04 acres. Horse barn and corral. Beautiful views of Magdalena Mountain. $180,000 $177,000

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■ NORTHEASTERN NM – 9,330 total acres +/- (6,290 deeded acres +/-, 2,400 +/- Kiowa National Grassland & 600 +/- New Mexico State Lease), nice home w/beautiful landscaping & state-of-the-art livestock barn w/vet room, cattle & horse pens, large, virtually new set of steel pens w/ hydraulic chute, lead-up alley & tub, loading/unloading chute w/lead-up alley & tub, on pvmt. & all weather roads. Addtl. 14,000 ac +/- may be available for more acreage if desired. ■ HIGHLINE SPECIAL RANCH, UNION COUNTY, NM – large electrical transmission line runs through the ranch – wind lease being negotiated, 3,449 +/- deeded acres plus 160 acres State Lease, good house and pens, good fences, well-watered, located in close proximity to the Elk Canyon Ranch. ■ ELK CANYON RANCH – Harding County, NM. Another “hunter’s paradise” listed by Scott Land Company, LLC along w/the Elk Ridge Ranch, great opportunity for livestock/ hunting/recreation, 2,240 ac. +/-, well watered w/good fences. Located just west of the West Hayden Ranch. ■ VALENCIA SPRINGS RANCH/GUADALUPE CO., NM – 15,583.87 +/- deeded acres, 1,640 NM State Lease, 120 BLM, 837 Private Lease, beautiful new home plus ranch manager’s home, good pens, water and fences. ■ GUADALUPE/QUAY CO., NM - CAN BE DIVIDED! BLANCA CREEK RANCH – Quay/Guadalupe Cos., NM – 10,191.44 Deeded ac. + 1,640 State ac. – Well improved ranch with excellent access. Level to gently rolling with some arroyos. Located along I40 between Albuquerque, NM and Amarillo, TX. A beautiful, new, custom built home is situated at the headquarters along with a well-built 150 X 115 shop (80 x 150 enclosed and heated), outdoor arena, horse barns, pens & other improvements. The ranch is well watered and has very good to excellent fence. GUADALUPE CO. PORTION IN CONTRACT. ■ DES MOINES, NM – 228.96 deeded acres, all grass land, w/recently remodeled home w/3 car carport, wood frame barn & steel pens, watered by sub & windmill.

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When Pigs Eat Ribeye… by Julie Larson Bricher, meatingplace.com

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eeding pigs ribeye might seem like a strange way to study meat protein quality but a new study from the University of Illinois suggests that it’s a better way to closely model nutrient digestibility in humans. Study co-author Hans Stein noted that the United Nation’s Food and Agriculture Organization’s (FAO) digestible indispensable amino acid score (DIAAS) index used to assess protein quality in foods relies on pigs as the preferred model for humans when evaluating proteins. “[FAO] also recommended human foods should be evaluated exactly the same way as we evaluate feed ingredients for pigs,” says Stein, professor in the Department of Animal Sciences and the Division of Nutritional Sciences at Illinois. And, since cooking and processing can affect proteins, Stein said, it was important to feed the pigs the same Read the abstract online in the British form of meats that humans consume. Journal of Nutrition doi.org/10.1017/ “We did feed ribeye steaks to the pigs,” S0007114520000641 Stein said of the first-ever study to evaluate amino acid digestibility of cooked and processed meat products. “They loved it.” The research showed that several meat products scored above 100 on the DIAAS chart, which means that their amino acids are highly digestible and complement lower-quality proteins.

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RODEO FARM, RODEO NM — 470 Acre total w/267 acres irrigated. Two homes. Farm has not been in production for many years. All improvements are in need of attention. Priced @$300,000

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TYLER RANCH/FARM — York Az, 544 deeded with 173 irrigated, along with 14,000 state and Blm lease land. 300 head mother cows yearlong. Priced @$2,300,000

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SMITH DRAW, SEPAR, NM — 7760 deeded, 11,275 State, 2560 BLM runs 300 head yearlong. Good strong country nice improvements. Priced @$3,100,000 RS RANCH GLENWOOD NM — 44,233 total acres consisting of 119.6 deeded acres and 44,113 acres Gila National Forest Grazing Allotment. Ranch will run 650 head mother cows yearlong and 18 horses. San Francisco River Runs through the Ranch, great improvements. Priced at $4,900,000 If you are looking to Buy or Sell a Ranch or Farm in Southwestern NM or Southern AZ give us a call ...

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Nine pigs were fed each of nine meat products for a week: salami, bologna, beef jerky, raw ground beef, cooked ground beef, and ribeye roast cooked medium-rare, medium and well-done. Researchers collected material from the small intestine, and calculated amino acid digestibility and DIAAS scores for various human age groups. For all the meat products and age groups, the scientists reported, DIAAS values were generally greater than 100 regardless of processing, although scores tended to be higher when calculated for older children, adolescents, and adults than for children under three years old. The results also showed bologna and medium-cooked ribeye steak offered the highest DIAAS values in the study for the older children, adolescents and adults age groups. That bologna, a highly processed, low-cost meat product, offers high-quality protein could come as welcome news for lower-income families, the study suggested.

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RIO PUERCO RANCH: 11,360 acres, 160 acres deeded, 100 cow permit, 2 wells Bernardo $711,000 LA JOYA FARM: 57 acres irrigated land/water rights/home/barn REDUCED PRICE! LA JOYA FARM: 30 acres, 2,200 sf home, apartment, water rights, 2 wells, small $850,000 COPPER CANYON: 39 acres/patented vineyard $668,500 1100 10TH ST. MAGDALENA: mountain land/15 acre ft water rights 2,448 sf. 5 bdrm/3 bath home on 20 acres Magdalena $1,170,000 $425,000 WATER CANYON: 151 acres/patented WATER CANYON: 51 acres, In the scenic land/creek/ water right. Magdalena Magdalena Mountains overlooking the La $981,500 EL OCIO RANCH: 2180 acres, permit, Jencia plains $406,000 R DE UN 3 elk tags, deer, home. Grants HUGH REDUCED BROADDUS STORAGE UNITS: 149 CONTRACT total units. Income producing investment. PRICE! $750,000

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SAN ANTONIO FARM: 13.22 acre Farm w/ Pre-1907 water rights San Antonio, NM $350,000 HUNTING RETREAT: Elk, deer, mountain lion, bears, 784 sf house on 40 acres south of Grants $175,000 LA JOYA FARM: 26.61 acres of irrigated land @ 7000 dollars per acre $186,270 HIGHLAND MEADOWS ESTATE: “29” one acre lots. Owner finance or trade. 31 miles W of Alb. $43,500 FOR A QUALIFIED SHOWING GIVE RANDELL A CALL OCTOBER 2020

2020 New Mexico State Fair Awards PUBLIC SPEAKING AWARDS JUNIOR CATEGORY The Texico FFA dominated the public speaking contest! A big tip of the hat to the Texico FFA teacher, Chris Flanagan. Another to LoraLee Hunt for providing a tremendous amount of support to these kids! Grand Champ – Remington Hunt, representing Texico FFA. Remington wins a $500 Scholarship to NMSU College of ACES Sponsored by New Mexico Stockman magazine and $100 cash from New Mexico State Fair. Remington’s speech focused on the trials and tribulations faced by historic New Mexico ranches and applied those lessons to dealing with Covid-19 and to thinking about how ranchers in 2020 can develop new markets and new resources. Remington’s parents are Mack and Loralee Hunt. Reserve Champ – Elizabeth Elam, representing Texico FFA Liz wins a $250 Scholarship to NMSU College of ACES Sponsored by Ag New Mexico Farm Credit and $50 cash from

Monet Hunt Senior Champion

New Mexico State Fair. Liz’s speech was over the importance of bees. She chose the topic because one day a fact popped up on her phone stating that if bees were to go extinct right now, we would all have less than 6 months to live. That made her wonder, “How does my life depend on an insect?” She wanted to thank her ag teacher, Mr.Flanagan and Loralee Hunt! “They have been nothing but supportive to me and helping me with this speech every step of the way. I would not be able to do this without them.” Honorable Mention in third place – Zia Miller representing Dona Ana County 4-H SENIOR CATEGORY Senior Category Grand Champ – Monet Hunt, representing Texico FFA Monet wins a $1,000 Scholarship to NMSU College of ACES Sponsored by New Mexico Beef Council and $100 cash from New Mexico State Fair “My speech was about a genetic editing tool known as CRISPER-CAS 9. I choose this topic because it is a new innovative technology that can change the game for all agriculture producers.” Monet’s favorite thing about competing in this contest was learning new information and sharing it with other agriculturalists. Her parents are

Remington Hunt Junior Champion

Mack and Loralee Hunt. She thanked her mom, “My mom was a huge help in preparing me for not only this speech, but with all my others through-out my high school career. I would also like to thank my Ag teacher for encouraging me and asking me all the crazy ag teacher questions.” Reserve Champ - Ridley Timberlake, also representing Texico FFA Ridley wins a $500 Scholarship to NMSU College of ACES Sponsored by New Mexico Beef Council and $50 cash from New Mexico State Fair. Ridley spoke about the impact of acidosis in cattle. She said, “This topic hits home with me because it is what my dad does for a living. For the past 10 years I have watched him build a company from the ground up with his colleague. I have been surrounded by it by my entire life.” Her parents are Monroe and DeeRae Timberlake. Honorable Mention in third place – Serenity Leal – representing Centennial FFA spoke about the need to teach ag in middle school. A huge thank you goes out to all the sponsor and supporters that made the first year for these contests a tremendous success! We can’t wait to see everyone again next year!

Ridley Timberlake Senior Reserve Champion

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AGRISCIENCE AWARDS JUNIOR CATEGORY Grand Champ – Jackson Fudge, representing Roy FFA. Jackson wins a $500 Scholarship to NMSU College of Aces sponsored by Tom and Frannie Miller and $100 cash from

project focused on the potential for using School Based Health Centers to address the rural healthcare shortage. Her project included data from New Mexico, Arizona, and her last state of residence, Texas. She wanted to thank Las Cruces FFA and New Mexico 4H for welcoming her to New Mexico, which she loves. Her parents are Tom and Frannie Miller.

ration in the Sacramento Mountains. Jesi’s parents are Ridge and Joni Watson. According to Jesi, “I enjoyed studying the reintroduction production programs and the ways of natural resource sustainability.” She thanked her mom and dad for helping her develop the idea for her project and her science teacher, Mr. Alan Daughtery for helping with her model and Josh Wooley for helping me with her presentation. Honorable Mention in third place – Rilee Priest, representing Melrose FFA. Rilee’s project focused on building a GIS based tracking system for ranchers to use during calving season.

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Elida Miller, Senior Champion

Jackson Fudge, Junior Champion

New Mexico State Fair Jackson’s parents are Chris and Tandra Fudge. His topic involved extracting microplastic from a fine sand using different sodium chloride densities and microplastic isolation unit. Jackson thanked his father and his science teacher. Reserve Champ – Natalie Smith, also representing Roy FFA.Natalie wins a $250 Scholarship to NMSU College of Aces sponsored by Ag New Mexico and $50 cash from New Mexico State Fair. Natalie’s parents are Becky Smith and Brandon Smith. Her project focused on explaining why cattails are abundant in some livestock water tanks, while absent from others. According to Natalie, “My favorite thing about this contest was getting to use my science fair project again because I only got to go to regionals, I qualified for state, but it was canceled.” She thanked her mom, her dad, her grandpa, her science teacher, and her math teacher. Honorable Mention in third place – Ashton Smith, representing Tucumcari FFA. Ashton’s project focused on consumer perceptions of Hydroponic Tomatoes. One of the judges, Dr. Frank Ward, from NMSU Agricultural Economics & Agricultural Business Department, congratulated all of the entrants, stating, “What a pleasure it is to see the outstanding work these kids are completing.” SENIOR CATEGORY Senior Division Grand Champ – Elida Miller, representing Las Cruces FFA Elida wins a $1,000 Scholarship to NMSU College of Aces sponsored by Albert Chapo with Rio Grande Hybrid Seeds and $100 cash from New Mexico State Fair. Elida’s

R e s e r v e Champ – Jesi Watson, representJesi Watson Senior Reserve Champion ing Cloudcroft FFA Jesi wins a $500 Scholarship to NMSU College of Aces sponsored by New Mexico Cattle Growers and $50 cash from New Mexico State Fair. Jesi’s project focused on Beaver Resto-

Natalie Smith, Junior Reserve Champion

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Joyce Lou Ree Mullins Cone, 78, Portales, passed into eternal rest on August 31, 2020, surrounded by family. Joyce was born on December 2, 1941, in Clovis to the home of (Opal) Lucille Moon and Ollie Lee Mullins and grew up on the family farm in the Forrest community. Joyce contracted polio at age 4, was in an iron lung, and her parents were told she would not live. Joyce pushed forward with a spirit and determination that lasted throughout her life and proved that she could live and enjoy health and happiness. Joyce moved to school in Melrose her sophomore year due to the closure of the Forrest School and met Terry Cone, the love of her life. They attended ENMU and Joyce received a degree in Business Education. Joyce and Terry married on December 21, 1963, and enjoyed 57 years of marriage. They lived in Odessa for a brief time after they married but returned to Portales, and it has always been their home. Joyce and Terry had one son, Mike, who was the delight of her life (before grandchildren of course) and when he became old enough for 4-H, Joyce jumped in with all her heart. She loved fairs and steer shows, working long hours with Mike to be sure he and his animals were ready for show day. Joyce served on the Fair Board and wrote the grant that brought the Pavilion to the Roosevelt County Fair Grounds. Joyce was a 4-H leader for Valley 4-H club and later was a strong supporter of the Portales FFA. Joyce trained judging teams in wildlife and entomology long after Mike left high school and traveled the state to cheer her teams on. After her grandchildren, Kaly and Koby, became old enough to show and enter school, Joyce’s focus shifted to the Dora Schools where they attended, and she enjoyed another round of fairs and show animals. Joyce was a charter member of the Roosevelt County Livestock Sale Committee and the New Mexico Club Calf Association. Joyce created a statewide stock show newspaper, the Show Case, and she was the editor, photographer and advertising salesperson. The Cone family started the Jingle Bell Classic, the largest steer/ heifer jackpot which is held in December in Portales each year, Joyce was a civic leader and loved beautiful parties, sharing her home and seasonal decorations, especially

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received a Bachelor of Arts degree in EduChristmas in every room of the house, with cation in 1962. She and her family moved the many groups with which she was asso- back to Cochise County in 1963 when they ciated. She was associated with Zeta Tau started farming outside of Elfrida. She Alpha Sorority, Portales Woman’s Club, started working as a teacher in the fall of Altrusa, Beta Sigma Phi, Roosevelt County 1963 and continued as a teacher and adminCowbelles, Roosevelt County Chamber of istrator in Douglas, Ash Creek and Elfrida Commerce, the Greyhound Club, and ENMU through the 1983-1984 school year. She was Alumni Organization. Joyce served as pres- elected to the Elfrida Elementary School ident and advisor for several of these Board in 1985 and served until 1992. She organizations and was a willing worker in was a long time member of the BPOE Does each one. Joyce loved sports of all kinds, organization in Douglas and served on its she played a mean tether ball as a youth local board for several years. She was and followed the Greyhounds, the Portales present at the founding meeting of The Rams, the Dora Coyotes and the Texico Wol- CowBelles along with her sister Mary Ella as verines. Joyce didn’t just like the game; she her mother Irene V. Sproul was one of the loved the players. Joyce started the Zia founding members and was a lifelong Mom group to adopt female basketball member. She loved country western music players who were away from home and and dancing to the music with her husband. then expanded to include volleyball players She loved turquoise jewelry and wore it also. Joyce really admired female athletes often. Also she played the accordion and and their abilities. Joyce is survived by her would perform many polkas. She was a husband, Terry Cone; and her son and wonderful cook and taught 4H cooking and daughter-in-law, Mike and Karen Cone. sewing classes for many years. She will Joyce has two very special grandchildren be missed. who she loved with all her heart, Koby Cone Former New Mexico Senator and and Mikaela Cone. She is also survived by Western Commerce Bank CEO, Don Kidd, her sister, Shirley Mullins Lockwood 82, Carlsbad, passed away peacefully in his (husband Joel); her niece Brande Miller home on August 27, 2020. Don will be (husband George); and son, Baylen and her remembered for seeing every experience nephew, Craig Lockwood (Laci) and their in life as a learning opportunity. His endurdaughter Jillian. She is also survived by ing work ethic, as well as a deep respect for many cousins and friends. Special thanks to education, led to his many accomplishJoyce’s skilled caregivers Susana Sigala, and ments in finance and as a philanthropist Interim nurses MiKayla and Carrie, and and statesman. Melvin Don Kidd was born Shana Beggs. on October 10, 1937, in Crowell, Texas, to Ruth Valora Williams (nee Sproul), 86, Ewing Wilson Kidd and Joan (Solomon) Elfrida, Arizona, passed away peacefully in Kidd. He had an older sibling, E.W., and a her sleep on August 25, 2020 at her home younger brother, Joe. At the age of 10, Don outside of Elfrida. She is survived by her began working weekends at Stovall’s children, Robert Williams, and Valorie Grocery Store from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. for $3.50 Nelson, her sister Mary Ella Cowan, 10 a day. His career continued at the drugstore, grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren, and the movie theater and then McLain’s one great-great-grandchild. Ruth was a Grocery Store, while working summers with lifelong resident of Arizona and most of that his father as a house painter, where he was spent in Cochise County. She was born earned $1 an hour. Early in high school, Don in Douglas on February 2, 1934 to Frank and would go to work at 6 a.m. and then return Irene V. Sproul but resided with her family to the store when school concluded at 2 on the ranch in the Rucker area at the north- p.m. He dropped out of school his Junior east end of the Swisselm Mountains. She year to focus on work, and he even lived on attended school in Douglas through High his own for a time. He then returned to School then went to college in Tempe at working with his dad in Wichita Falls, this Arizona State University. She married Bobby time for $2 an hour. Don always wanted to Williams on June 30, 1953, but continued have a job where he wore a necktie, so he her education on a part time basis and took a job with a small loan company,

where he pursued defaulters on small loans across the seedier parts of Wichita Falls and then San Angelo. In San Angelo, Don met the love of his life, Sarrah. She accompanied him on one of his collection routes on their first date. They married in 1958 and had three children, Vickye Faulk, Renai Kidd and Sarah “Dion” Kidd-Johnson; five grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Don joined Pioneer Finance, where he handled larger loans, and then the Southwest Investment Company, first as a loan manager and then as the youngest branch manager in the company’s history. SIC required a high school diploma, so Don obtained his GED and began taking classes at San Angelo College. He received his first Christmas bonus at SIC and vowed to provide the same at any bank where he was in management. Don moved up through the ranks of finance again when he was hired as the assistant vice president and then the vice president and manager of the installment loan department of the Bank of Commerce in Abilene, a bank he helped salvage from deep debt. He enrolled at the Southwestern Graduate School of Banking at SMU and later graduated from the program, Class of 72. The Kipp-Rich Banking Group recruited Don to the Coronado Bank in El Paso, which ultimately saw Don and his family moving to Carlsbad in 1972, when Kipp-Rich acquired an interest in what would become Western Commerce Bank. He became the president and chief executive officer of Western Commerce Bank, while also serving on the board with several other Kipp-Rich banks in Alamogordo, Clovis, Las Cruces and El Paso. After an early career of traveling across West and Central Texas, Don grew roots in Carlsbad. Under his careful watch, Western Commerce Bank became a major financial player in the region, while Don and his family thrived in Carlsbad. In 1985, Don was appointed to the Board of Regents at New Mexico State University, a six-year assignment he considered to be one of the best learning experiences of his life. In 1992, Don ran as a Republican for New Mexico Senate District 34 and won a close election in what had been a Democratic stronghold. As a legislator, he was most proud of several of his financial bills, especially one that directed much of the income from New Mexico’s lottery to a scholarship program. Hundreds of thousands of young men and women have received lottery scholarships since the program was enacted. He was also the co-author of New Mexico’s law to protect citizens from predatory lending. While Don

served on numerous boards and profes- The Rounders and The Hi Lo Country. His sional organizations, he always remained family would like to express a special thank dedicated to the field of education. In 1986, you to the VA Hospital and Hospice, and he and Sarrah established an NMSU Schol- their staff for their amazing care. arship Fund. He has also been a strong John Wren Moore, 78, Tyrone, passed supporter of the Carlsbad Literacy Program away peacefully surrounded by his family and established a literacy chair at New on September 21, 2020. John was born in Mexico State University. He received an Bisbee, Arizona, on January 21, 1942 to Cecil honorary doctorate from NMSU in 2006 and Clyde Moore and Faye Crystal Hardt. He their Presidential Medallion in 2017. His list attended school in Bisbee, Arizona through of accomplishments includes being one of his senior year; but quit at 17 to join the the founding members and past chairmen Army. During his Army career he spent a of the Western States School of Banking at year in South Korea before being honorably the University of New Mexico and serving discharged. On his return to Bisbee, he as a board member of New Mexico Apple- began his career in Phelps Dodge Corp at seed. After Don was diagnosed with cancer, the Copper Queen Branch. In 1966 he he began gradually transferring administra- married Carol Payne and they had two tion of Western Commerce’s 10 full-service daughters, Kelly born in 1967 and Vicky in offices to his grandson and protegee, Jason 1969. When the mine in Bisbee shut down Wyatt. Continuing with a lifelong devotion the family moved to Tyrone, NM where he to the value of work that began back while continued his career. He retired as a boilerstocking shelves at the grocery store in man after 40years of service in 2002. His Crowell, Don kept regular weekly hours at retirement years were spent going to car the bank’s Security Office on Canal Street. shows with his hot rods, watching car racing He is survived by his wife, Sarrah Kidd; three on TV and at Mesilla Valley Raceway and daughters, Vickye Faulk (her husband) mostly following his grandchildren around David; Renai Kidd; and Sarah “Dion” cheering them on in their many activities Kidd-Johnson; five grandchildren; and including track, basketball, drama producseven great-grandchildren. Don is also sur- tions and rodeos. John was loving, vived by his brother, Joe Kidd (wife Sandy), considerate, supportive father and grandCape Cod, Massachusetts. father. He could be counted on for anything Max Allen Evans, 95, Albuquerque, you needed and was always ready to help. went to meet the Great Mystery in the Sky Although in declining health his last years on August 26, 2020. He passed peacefully he still enjoyed getting together with his at the VA hospital. Max is survived by his buddies for coffee every morning and on wife of 71 years, Pat; his daughters, Char- Sundays at Burger Time to talk cars. He was lotte and Sheryl Evans; and many other a great reader and spent hours every day family and friends. Max served our country reading Westerns and adventures and proudly in the United States Army, was before his health failed loved to walk at the involved in the invasion at Omaha Beach track. John is survived by his daughters, and was even wounded twice. Max loved Kelly (Brian) and Vicky (Keven); five grandlife and lived it to the fullest. He also loved children; and two great-grandchildren. He New Mexico which he wrote about beauti- is also survived by ex-wife Carol, his brother, fully. Two of his books were used for movies, Ernie Owens (Dale) and sister in-law Carol Moore (Arlie) and nieces and nephews. Jessica Sanchez MD, 44, Bosque, NM entered into eternal rest to be with our Lord Jesus Christ, on September 5, 2020. She was the eldest daughter of Dr. Roland and Elia PREGNANCY Sanchez. Jessica was known and respected DIAGNOSTIC by those who knew her, to be a truly giving, caring, loving, and uplifting individual who TECHNICIAN lived to serve others in the most unselfish Call Steve Jensen way – she will greatly be missed by many. Upon completing medical school, Jessica 575/773-4721 chose to be a non-practicing physician and License PD-2266 was not involved in patient care. Jessica was “Testing Cattle the granddaughter of Adolph and Nancy in New Mexico Sanchez of Pueblitos and the granddaughter of Jessica is survived by her younger Only” sister Alicia Sanchez and four younger OCTOBER 2020

brothers and their spouses all current residents of the Belen area: Dr. Adolfo (wife Christina) Sanchez, Dr. Roland Jr. (wife Valerie) Sanchez, Dr. Florian (wife Stephanie) Sanchez, and Emilio (wife Ronda) Sanchez. In addition, Jessica especially treasured being “Tia” to her nine beautiful nieces and nephews. She also has a total of 21 first cousins who she adored. Nancy Jean (Kerr) Lamb, 69, Silver City, went to be with Jesus on September 7, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. She was born on September 18, 1950 at the old hospital in Silver City to Fred Jr. and Pearl Kerr as the second of five children. She was raised on the family farm and ranch west of Lordsburg and graduated from Lordsburg High in 1968. She was very active in 4-H, showing steers and she loved to compete with garments she made by hand. Nancy met Ron Lamb at NMSU and married him on July 19, 1969 at the Valley View Presbyterian Church. Nancy was a devoted mother of three, grandmother of five, and great-grandmother of one. She was affectionately known as Grandma Nancy by all her family. She enjoyed cooking, sewing, and volunteering with 4-H kids. She made many outfits for her sisters, her daughter, and granddaughters which they modeled

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in competitions all over the state. She even won the state level “Make it Yourself with Wool Contest” with a gray pin stripe lined suit she modeled herself. She and Ron lived in Las Cruces, Chama, Hagerman, White City, T or C, and Alamogordo before settling in Silver City where they have lived since 1984. She worked for many years as a real estate agent in Silver City. Nancy has been a staple at the State Fair market lamb and steer shows for over 40 years. She is survived by her husband, Ronald F. Lamb, her mother Pearl Kerr, Animas, her daughter Kim Thompson (husband Tommy), Slaton, Texas; son Justin Lamb (wife Tonya), Roswell, and son Jason Lamb, Tucumcari; five grandchildren ; one great-grandchild; brothers Allen Kerr (wife Linnie), Bim Kerr (wife Lindy); and sisters Duti Walter (husband Randy), and Kate Johnson; and many cousins, nieces, and nephews. Billy Gene Allen, 84, Scottsdale, Arizona, passed away at home on September 19. Billy was born to parents Art and Thelma Allen on December 8, 1935 in Clayton. He grew up the youngest of three children on a farm and cattle ranch near Boise City, Oklahoma. He graduated from Clayton High School in 1954. Billy began breaking horses at the age of 16 and then started

competing in rodeos. He met his wife, Connie at a rodeo in Des Moines and they were married on February 16, 1957. After living in New Mexico for a few years they moved to Scott City, Kansas, in 1965 to set up a full time horse training operation. They bought Sunnyslope Horse Farm where they resided until the summer of 2019. Billy trained and showed American Quarter Horses earning 11 World Championships in heading, heeling, reining, work cow horse, and halter. He also began a successful breeding program with a herd consisting of 175 horses at its peak. In 1979 Billy and his wife Connie founded Billy Allen Products, Inc. and started manufacturing their own horse feed, which they ran until the summer of 2019 prior to retiring to Scottsdale, Arizona. Billy also designed and developed the Billy Allen Reining Bit that is still sold and used by horsemen worldwide. Billy served as the President of the Kansas Quarter Horses Association and was inducted into the KQHA Hall of Fame in 2005. He was inducted into the AQHA Hall of Fame in 2019. Billy is survived by his wife, Connie; his brother, James; his children, Doug (wife Francesca) and their three children; and four grandchildren.

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