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• Most with EPDs • Registered and Commercial • Fertility- , TB-, and Brucellosis-tested • These bulls have been bred and raised under Southwest range conditions. • Most bulls rock-footed • Trich-tested to go anywhere

800-1,000 Females . . . • Registered Open Heifers • Registered Bred Heifers and Bred Cows • Bred Cows and Pairs – 3- to 7-yrs.-old • Bred Heifers – Coming 2-yr.-olds • Open Yearling Heifers

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TABLE OF CONTENTS NEW MEXICO STOCKMAN Write or call: P.O. Box 7127 Albuquerque, New Mexico 87194 505/243-9515 Fax: 505/998-6236 E-mail: chuck@aaalivestock.com Published for and official publication of: ■

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New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Assn., Email: nmcga@nmagriculture.org; 2231 Rio Grande NW, P.O. Box 7517, Albuquerque, NM 87194, 505/247-0584, Fax: 505/842-1766; President, Alisa Ogden; Executive Director, Caren Cowan; New Mexico Wool Growers, Inc., P.O. Box 7520, Albuquerque, NM 87194, 505/247-0584; President, Joan Kincaid Executive Director, Caren Cowan

VOL 75, No. 2 / USPS 381-580

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SRM Names Range Stewardship Awardees

New Bull for the New Year

Accredited Status for Seedstock Producers

NMSU Announces Animal & Range Sciences Graduates

NCBA: No Dairy Buyout

Beefmasters – Tools for Success by Callie Gnatkowski-Gibson

How to Improve Your Percent Calf Crop

Top 10 Reasons Not to Mess with a Ranch Woman

Texas Longhorns: Versatile Cattle in a Diverse Market by Callie Gnatkowski-Gibson

DEPARTMENTS 10

N.M. Cattle Growers’ Assn President’s Letter

Update

New Mexico Beef Council Bullhorn

EDITORIAL & ADVERTISING

To the Point

Publisher: Chuck Stocks Business Manager: Mae Lopez Advertising Reps.: Chris Martinez, Melinda Martinez, Contributing Editors: Glenda Price, Callie Gnatkowski-Gibson, Carol Wilson, William S. Previtti, Julie Carter, Lee Pitts

New Mexico Federal Lands News

Riding Herd

In Memoriam

Estrays

Advertisers Index

New Mexico’s Old Times & Old Timers

Alternatives to Wilderness Designations by Tom Cooper & Jodi Denning

Jingle Jangle

PRODUCTION Production Coordinator: Carol Pendleton Graphic Design: Kristy Hinds Martel Editorial Design: Camille Pansewicz

by Caren Cowan

Calendar of Events

The Seedstock Guide

The Marketplace

POSTMASTER: Send address changes to New Mexico Stockman, P.O. Box 7127, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87194.

The Real Estate Guide

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by Mike Casabonne

by Lee Pitts

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by Don Bullis

ON THE COVER . . . Our cover this month is a watercolor by Albuquerque artist, John Saunders. To learn more about this and other originals and prints by the artist, please contact him at: 1402 Rosalee, NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107, 505/344-3259, johnsaunders@q.com, or go to his website at: www.johnsaundersart.com FEBRUARY 2009

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By Alisa Ogden

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NMCGA PRESIDENT

Greetings to All!

he Inauguration is over and we are all hopeful that things will pick up. Even though the President may not have been my first choice, I think it is important that those of us who were on the other side give our President more respect and cooperation than President Bush was given by his opponents. The whole country is faced with hard economic times, but I am afraid that those of us in private industry will be the first ones targeted to “help” the country out of its recession. We have all cinched our belts tighter in the past and most made it through; I hope the rest of the country is willing to do the same. Our legislative session is in full swing with uncertainty as to how to pay New Mexico’s bills. There are a few known issues, such as removing the agricultural exemption on workmen’s compensation and healthcare, but the unknown things lurking in the dark halls are what keep everyone on their toes. Again, I urge you to come up to Santa Fe, other than at Board meeting and Ag Fest time, and help Caren and Bert monitor committee meetings. The bill readers are a great asset during the session as so many bills are in the mix. The implementation of country of origin labeling (COOL) is upon us and the uncertainty of the ramifications has created difficulty in the feeder and packer arena. Caren and I attended a meeting with representatives of the cattle industry from the four border states in the US as well as cattlemen from Mexico. The full impact of COOL on the whole industry, especially those who rely upon Mexican cattle to feed and slaughter, is still unknown but in the meantime, Mexican feeder cattle are being discounted $60 – $120 per head at the border. We will attend more meetings on this at National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) annual meeting and give an update after that. Thanks again to all who attended the annual meeting. The first Board meeting of 2009 is February 18 at Hotel Santa Fe. We always appreciate a large turnout so that the legislators can get to know us and our concerns. Remember that Board meetings are open to the membership. To make reservations, please contact the office at 505/247-0584 as soon as possible. It sure is dry but we are one day closer to rain. Sincerely,

Alisa Ogden President

www.nmagriculture.org ———————————————————————————————— NEW MEXICO CATTLE GROWERS’ ASSOCIATION OFFICERS ———————————————————————————————— Alisa Ogden Loving President

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Bert Ancell Bell Ranch President Elect

Jose Varela Lopez Santa Fe Northeast V.P.

Louis Montoya La Plata Northwest V.P.

Ty Bays Silver City Southwest V.P.

Rex Wilson Carrizozo Southeast V.P.

Emery Chee Bloomfield V.P. At Large

Troy Sauble Maxwell Sec./Treas.

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ROSWELL LIVESTOCK AUCTION RECEIVING STATIONS Producers hauling cattle to Roswell Livestock New Mexico Receiving Stations need to call our toll-free number for a Transportation Permit number before leaving home. The Hauling Permit number 1-800/748-1541 is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. NEW RECEIVING STATION, FT. STOCKTON TEXAS 1816 E. 53rd Lane, Interstate 10 to exit 259A to FM 1053, 5 1/2 miles north of I-10. Turn right on Stone Rd. (receiving station sign) 1-block. Turn left on 53rd Lane – 3/4 miles to red A-frame house and corrals on right. Buster Williams, 432/336-0219, 432-290-2061. Receiving cattle: 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month. Truck leaves at 3:00 p.m. CT. PECOS, TEXAS Hwy. 80 across from Town & Country Motel. NO PRIOR PERMITS REQUIRED. Nacho, 432/445-9676, 432/634-6150, 432/448-6865. Trucks leave Sunday at 4 p.m. CT. VALENTINE, TEXAS 17 miles north of Marfa on Hwy. 90. Red Brown 432/ 4672682. Pens 432/358-4640. Trucks leave first Sunday at 3:00 p.m. CT. VAN HORN, TEXAS 800 West 2nd, 5 blocks west of Courthouse. Gary or Patty Flowers, 478/335-8080, cell 432/283-7103. Trucks leave 2nd & 3rd Sunday at 3:00 p.m. CT. MORIARTY, NEW MEXICO Two blocks east and one block south of Tillery Chevrolet. Smiley Wooton 575/622-5580 office, 575/623-2338 home, 575/626-6253 mobile. Trucks leave Sunday at 3:00 p.m. MT. SAN ANTONIO, NEW MEXICO River Cattle Co. Nine miles east of San Antonio on U.S. 380. Gary Johnson 575/838-1834. Trucks leave Sunday at 3:00 p.m. MT.

(Lefthand photo) Bob Rickliffs, Superintendant of Philmont Scout Ranch, received the “Excellence in Range Management Award” from Andres Cibils, New Mexico SRM president-elect. (Righthand photo) Tom and Mimi Sidwell (center), received their award from Sabrina Flores, New Mexico SRM awards chairperson, and NMSU Professor Andres Cibils.

he New Mexico Section of the Society for Range Management presented outstanding range management and stewardship awards to two New Mexico ranches during the Society’s annual meeting January 8-10, in Albuquerque. The two recipients of the Excellence in Range Management were Philmont Scout Ranch, Cimarron, and JX Cattle Co., Tucumcari.

Philmont Scout Ranch, Cimmarron || Bob Rickliffs, Ranch Superintendent and David Anderson, Director of Program Philmont Scout Ranch was donated to the Boy Scouts of America by Oklahoma oilman Waite Phillips in 1938 with the stipulation that it remain a working ranch where young men from across America could come and learn about their country’s western heritage, test their outdoor skills, and appreciate the value of natural resources managed for the future. Today, Philmont continues to serve not only as a working ranch, but also as a premier backpacking destination for Scouts (men and women) from around the globe. Approximately 22,000 Scouts visit Philmont each year during the summer. Simultaneously, Philmont’s Ranch Department is managing approximately 200 cows, 100 buffalo, 250 horses and 100 burros on the 136,000-acre ranch. The horses and burros figure heavily in not only the Scout’s backcountry experience, but also as a transport mechanism for furnishing and provisioning some of the backcountry camps. There are 56 separate pastures on Philmont that include the short-grass prairie country surrounding Cimarron, piñon-juniper and ponderosa country higher up, and sub-alpine and alpine country near Baldy Peak (12,441 ft). This diversity of landscapes and pastures, coupled with active water development down through the years, allows year-round grazing for these animals. Many of this country’s future leaders will spend formative time at Philmont where they will learn and see the true meaning of successful multiple-use management. The value of bringing so many from around the country to experience what Waite Phillips saw as continued on page 16

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JX Cattle Co., Tucumcari Tom and Mimi Sidwell After successfully owning, managing, and ecologically improving ranches near Marathon, Tex., Capitan and Roswell, N.M., and in northwestern Nebraska, Tom and Mimi Sidwell acquired their “fixerupper” ranch in the northern shadow of the high plains caprock south of Tucumcari in 2003. They immediately set to work on an ambitious program of critical improvements including brush control (juniper and mesquite), cross fencing, and water development which enhances intensive grazing planning based upon Holistic Management principles. For the first four years, pastured yearlings were used seasonally in a grazing program that leverages the Sidwell’s knowledge of grazing principles and practice gained in varied rangeland settings. Their stocking rates are flexible in response to the highly variable rainfall that is typical of their environment. For example, livestock were not grazed during the dry spring-early summer of this current year and when generous rains did come late in July, the temptation to re-stock was resisted in favor of supporting forage community recovery. Responses in understory grasses, especially cool-seasons and such indicator species as western wheatgrass, vine mesquite, and plains bristlegrass, to the ongoing brush control and disciplined grazing management has been impressive. The Sidwell’s are now conservatively restocking the ranch with Longhorn cows bred to Charolais bulls. The Sidwell’s supplement their grazing income with an intimate small-scale “working guest” business. Their clients, many of them enthusiastic Europeans, actually pay for the opportunity to not only trail cattle but fix watergaps, build fence, and reseed pastures! In addition, the Sidwell’s, with a budding ranch to consumer beef enterprise, are proponents of “natural beef” and the encouragement of local food sheds. The Sidwell’s achievements are worthy of consideration by those delving into the merits of various grazing systems and management approaches that are much discussed (and debated) within the field of Range Management. For more information visit the society at rangelands.org, and for the New Mexico ■ Section, nmsrm.nmsu.edu

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Expert predicts brighter cattle outlook for 2009 he take-home message to producers about the looming cattle market from the director of the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC) was advice straight from the Boy Scouts — be prepared. Yet the edginess of his presentation to the 200-plus attendees at the Beef Production Convention in Torrington was softened by his parting words: “These are not fun times,” said Jim Robb, “but this is not a bad time to be in the cattle business.” Robb was the lead-off speaker at the recent eastern Wyoming, western Nebraska conference. The event was sponsored by the University of Wyoming Cooperative Extension Service (UW CES) and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Extension. UW CES Educator Dallas Mount, who helped organize the event, said the most conference buzz came from presentations on developing wind energy on the ranch, and by Trey Patterson, chief operation officer of the Padlock Ranch near Sheridan, who spoke about key management areas and strategies that most affect profitability and functionality of livestock operations.

Robb sees eventual higher cattle prices, but producers are struggling now. He advised producers to know their cattle; be ready for volatility. “Corn prices will spike up and down,” he noted. “You have to revise what you are doing every three months. If the corn prices are up, recognize that and be prepared for a management strategy for the next three months.” Beef cattle production is declining and the supply side will tighten, and the export market potential will decrease significantly. Along with this, total beef consumption is the lowest since 1959, and Robb predicts that amount will be lower next year. Consumers have quit buying expensive cuts and are buying more chuck, round and hamburger. “This is a full-blown recession we are in in the United States,” he said. “Consumers have traded down. Restaurants are going out of business. We think the economy will get better next summer. By the fourth quarter of 2009, we’ll begin climbing out of this. We are halfway through this economic meltdown ■ with 13 to 15 months to go.”

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New bull for the new year ach year brings thoughts of newness. There will be new inspirations, desires, and letting go of the old and on with the new. New beef industry changes are on the horizon, so now is a good time to let go of those old bulls and open the doors to new genetics offered among the 2009 bull prospects. There will be hundreds of bulls to pick from once the bull-selling season begins. Ideally, this evaluation should take place each fall. At the Dickinson Research Extension Center, the “benched” bulls are moved out to open slots for new bulls. There is the option to carry over an older bull, but breeding cows on pasture is demanding. A slight limp may become a major fault in next year’s breeding pastures, increasing the potential for new injuries and cows that do not get bred. Bulls do need to be part of a breeding herd and having a bull for three years is not out of line. However, some bulls don’t make it and need to be moved out. There are some inherent problems in keeping older, more mature bulls. Their body weight has increased sub-

stantially and often their attitude changes. Older bulls start viewing their owners as herd mates and can become dangerous. For all mature bulls, a producer should evaluate structure and body condition thoroughly and conduct an early breeding soundness exam. Some of those old bulls don’t seem so big until they are squeezed into a working chute. They simply keep walking because their neck girth is as wide as their shoulders, which makes them very difficult to squeeze into a working chute. That is not true of all bulls. There always are certain bulls that deserve to be kept longer, but a semen tank is a good pen for old bulls. There should be an opportunity to shop for at least one new bull each year. The economics of keeping a bull also must be considered. If a bull actively breeds cows for only 60 days, then more than 300 days are spent recuperating or getting ready for the next breeding season. A 2,000-pound bull can consume 35 continued on page 24

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pounds or more of hay (or pasture equivalent) a day. At the DREC, the last invoice for hay arrived the other day. At $105 a ton, or $.0525 a pound, the daily feed charge is $1.84 (35 pounds times $.0525). This means the feed costs are more than $560 to maintain a bull for the 305 days the bull is not breeding. To

repeat, the feed costs to maintain the bull are more than $560 per year. Bulls need better than a bottom line maintenance survival protocol. A bull that comes out of the winter thin, depleted and rough is not a bull that is ready to breed cows in June. In the end, extra hay costs (150 to 300 pounds) are added to the $560. It is important to allow for a daily gain

of .5 to 1 pound. This allows the bull to meet his more normal growth curve that eventually will see the bull weight more than 2,500 pounds. Bulls slowly can grow to the point that they are too heavy to be an effective breeding bull. The challenge is to have healthy, active bulls, not thin, underfed bulls waiting for survival rations. No one denies the cost of keeping a bull. Good managers run the numbers and make sure they are putting the costs into good bulls, not marginal bulls. However, there is hope and the bull catalogs will be arriving soon. The sale catalogs are almost mandatory reading. Check them out and begin your shopping. It won’t be long before there will be a bull sale every day of the week. Source: Kris Ringwall, Beef Specialist, NDSU Extension Service

America’s other auto industry he men from Detroit came to Washington recently to make another pitch for a taxpayer rescue. Meanwhile, in the other American auto industry you rarely read about, car makers are gaining market share and adjusting amid the sales slump, without seeking a cent from the government, says the Wall Street Journal. ■ These are the 12 “foreign,” or socalled transplant, producers making cars across America’s South and Midwest. ■ Toyota, BMW, Kia and others now make 54 percent of the cars Americans buy.

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■ The internationals also employ some 113,000 Americans, compared with 239,000 at U.S.-owned carmakers, and several times that number indirectly. The root of this other industry’s success is no secret, says the Journal. To put it concisely, the transplants operate under conditions imposed by the free market. Detroit lives on Fantasy Island. Consider labor costs: ■ Take-home wages at the U.S. car makers average $28.42 an hour, according to the Center for Automotive Research; that’s on par with $26 at Toyota, $24 at Honda and $21 at Hyundai. ■ But include benefits, and the picture changes; hourly labor costs are $44.20 on average for the non-Detroit producers, in line with most manufacturing jobs, but are $73.21 for Detroit. This $29 cost gap reflects the way Big Three management and unions have conspired to make themselves uncompetitive — increasingly so as their market share has collapsed. Over the decades the United Auto Workers won pension and health-care benefits far more generous than in almost any other American industry. As a result, for every UAW member working at a U.S. car maker today, three retirees collect benefits; at GM, the ratio is 4.6 to one. The international producers’ relatively recent arrival has spared them these legacy burdens. But they also made sure not to get saddled with them in the first place, explains the Journal. One way was to locate in investment-friendly states. The South proved especially attractive, offering tax breaks and a low-cost, nonunion labor pool. Mississippi, Alabama, Tennessee and South Carolina — which accounted for a quarter of U.S. car production last year — are “right-towork” states where employees can’t be forced to join a union. The absence of the UAW also gives car producers the flexibility to deploy employees as needed. Work rules vary across company and plant, but foreign rules are generally less restrictive. At Detroit’s plants, electricians or mechanics tend to perform certain narrow tasks and often sit idle. That rarely happens outside Michigan. In the nonunionized plants, temporary workers can also be hired, and let go, as market conditions dictate.

Source: Editorial, “America’s Other Auto Industry; There is such a thing as a profitable car maker in this country,” Wall Street Journal, December 1, 2008.

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Tom Lasater, the breed’s founder, began crossing Shorthorn, Hereford and Brahman cattle, working to maximize each breed’s best traits, on his south Texas ranch in the early 1930s. According to the Beefmaster Breeders United (BBU), his goal was to create cattle that were more productive than existing breeds, and cattle that would produce and make money in those tough times. The traits he worked to build in his cattle have become known as the six essentials of the Beefmaster breed — weight, conformation, milking ability, fertility, hardiness and disposition. By focusing on those traits, he and the cattlemen that have come after him have developed cattle that are profitable, adaptable, and well suited to the desert Southwest. Jimmie Clark has a long record of success with Beefmaster cattle. Jimmie has been the cattle manager for the Mescalero Apache Tribe since August, and prior to that managed the G-F Ranch, both in central New Mexico. “Beefmasters have

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“Like a lot of people did,” he continued, “we held some steers over the winter at the G-F, and just shipped them as yearlings at an average weight of 916 pounds.” He also credits the breed for its maternal traits. “These cows are good milkers. One of the reasons I am introducing Beefmasters into the Mescaleros’ herd is to breed up the mother cows.”

Jimmie and his wife, Theresa, moved to New Mexico from Alabama in 1995, and have experience with Beefmasters both in the humid conditions of the Southeast and the arid Southwest. “Beefmasters have worked well for us wherever we have gone,” Jimmie noted. “They are just basically good cattle, and we have always gotten good results.”

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ter than other English breeds,” he continued. “That’s the reason people first brought Herefords into this part of the country, and why some producers still prefer a F1 cross cow.” Since they have been in the Beefmaster business, the Vinsons have also looked to Tom Cooper in southern New Mexico for some of their bulls. “We are in rough country, central Arizona brush country,” Gregg explained. “We brought those first bulls we bought from the Coopers back and turned them out, then went 200 days without rain. Those little bulls went to eating everything in sight, even the brush, and made it through just fine.” Gregg said that the breed’s genetics makes the cattle well suited to his country. “Beefmasters are the best in rough country. Having that Brahman influence gives them the ability to digest brush and turn it into a pound of survival, and eventually a pound of meat, better than any straight-bred animal.” The Vinsons strive to adhere to the old Tom Lasater philosophy — nothing fancy. “These cattle were developed out of necessity during the Depression,” he pointed out. “Tom Lasater had to develop cattle that could convert the available forage into more pounds of meat without a lot of maintenance.” A Diamond Ranch is a family operation, Gregg noted. He and Helen’s son, Gary, is basically the ranch operator, and their daughter, Kristen, is also involved. In addition to the ranch, the Vinsons have a real estate business, Oracle Land and Home. Gregg markets their meat through his own company, the Jojoba Beef Company. He focuses on farmers markets, and provides beef to the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort in Tucson. “Our meat is the only meat they serve,” he said. “When we were first starting out, I gave presentations to different groups promoting our product. A chef attended one of my presentations, talked about it to other chefs, then the Loews people came to us.” The quality of the product is critical. “If you chew meat three times and it tastes like sawdust, it’s not good meat,” Gregg noted. “With our meat, flavors keep coming out as you chew. We produce aromatic, clean meat, and our burger will beat any other, hands down.” In keeping with their natural philosophy, the Vinsons never feed their cattle continued on page 41

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How to Improve Your Percent Calf Crop he number of calves sold is the major source of income from a cow and calf operation. A high percent calf crop increases profit. Reproductive efficiency is the first factor to consider in a breeding program. A beef cow must conceive in the first 40 to 60 days of the breeding season, have a live calf unassisted, breed back to calve every 12 months, and raise a calf that is heavy enough to be profitable. To accomplish this, she must be managed correctly. Management factors that influence reproduction are:

Thin cows will not re-breed or have a prolonged open period. ■ Were calves too big at birth? nutrition ■ Breed replacement heifers to management calve 30 days prior to the start of breeding the cows’ calving season. This allows them an extra 30 days to get bred for their second calf. Were the heifers properly developed so they bred back? First-calf heifers need extra feed and time normally in order to breed back with their second calf A step-by-step program to increase the in order to stay on schedule with the reproductive efficiency of the herd: mature cows. STEP 1: Evaluate the ■ Calculate the percent calf crop at Reproductive Status of the Herd weaning (number of calves weaned divided by number of cows bred x 100). Record the number of cows turned with the bull plus the date the bull was STEP 3: Follow This Step-by-Step turned in and taken out. How many of Program to Improve Reproductive these cows calved the following year? Performance How many of these calves were weaned? 1. Take bulls away from cows and pregRecord how many calves were born the nancy check cows (60-90 days later or at first 21- , second 21- and third 21-day weaning). Cull all open cows unless there period of the calving season. How many is a very good reason for their being open. cows were open? How many cows did you 2. The major selection criteria for assist during calving? Figure the calving replacement heifers should be based on interval on each cow in the herd. Is it age and weight. Heifers born early in the more than 365 days for the herd? Cows calving season will be out of your more that breed and calve early in the following fertile cows. These heifers will in turn be calving season are more fertile year in and more reproductively efficient. year out than those calving late in the 3. Feed replacement heifers so you can calving season. start breeding them 30 days before When selecting heifers for replacemature cows. Heifers need to gain from 1 ments, select those from the early calving to 1 1/2 pounds per day, depending upon cows. These heifers will likewise be more weight and breed. British breed heifers fertile. The replacement heifers born in need to weigh from 650 to 750 pounds at the first half of the calving season will be breeding time. Exotic breeds (Charolais, heavier at weaning time normally. Thus, Simmental, etc.) and Brahman breeds they will be more likely to breed and fit need to be heavier (700-800 pounds). into a controlled calving season program. Breed heifers 45 days, remove bulls, wait STEP 2: 60 to 90 days, then pregnancy test and sell Analyze Reproductive Performance open heifers. ■ Are cows calving at the right time of 4. Provide heifers adequate energy — 9 to 11 pounds before and 12 to 17 pounds year to suit your feed supply? ■ Is there a disease problem in the after calving. Wean calves from heifers 30 days earlier than from the cows. This herd? ■ Was the bulls’ semen checked? allows the heifers more time to add body ■ Did cows receive adequate energy weight before calving the second time. 5. Check cows and heifers two or three before and during the breeding season? parasite control forage program supplemental feed winter feed crossbreeding disease control pregnancy testing breeding soundness – bull culling level

times a day during calving season. Put cows in a small pasture near your house during calving, and be sure each calf gets up and nurses. 6. Check with your local veterinarian for immunization recommended in your area. Problem diseases may be Lepto, Blackleg, Vibriosis, IBR and/or BVD. 7. Semen check bulls and have them examined by a qualified veterinarian. 8. Be sure cows have adequate energy before and after calving. Cows and heifers must be gaining weight to have a high conception rate. Beef cows resulting from crosses with exotic or dairy breeds may need added energy after they calve. 9. Write down breeding dates. 10. Have bulls in strong, thrifty condition — not fat. 11. Use correct cows-to-bull ratio: 40 to 50 cows per mature bull; fewer for young bulls, depending on growth and development. 12. Watch bulls during breeding season. If an unusually large number of cows are recycling and being rebred, determine the cause and correct immediately. 13. Rotate bulls between breeding units. 14. Leave bulls in pasture no more than 90 days; 60 to 80 days is ideal. Remember, the earlier a calf is born during the calving season, the heavier it is at weaning time. 15. Remove bulls and pregnancy check cows 60 to 90 days later or at weaning. 16. Anticipate bull needs for next year and replace bulls prior to breeding season. STEP 4: Re-Examine Practices that Influence Reproductive Efficiency — Management, Nutrition and Breeding

Management — Take a close look at these management practices: pregnancy testing, semen and physical evaluation, culling level, disease control, calving season, and care during calving. Nutrition — Read Winter Feeding Beef Cows, available from your county extension office, for recommendations. Breeding — Use crossbred cows bred to a bull of a third breed for maximum production and reproduction. Step 5: Keep Good Records

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Culling without the bells and whistles by CLAY WRIGHT railroad claims official once said that trains have done more harm to the genetic quality of America’s cow herds than anything else. He said every cow that ever met her doom on a rural track was invariably the best, most productive cow in the plaintiff’s herd. Often, the deceased cow was “nursing twins and close to calving again” just before her demise. It makes you wonder how much better our industry would be today if it hadn’t been for this accidental culling over the last century and a half. I guess we’re still making up for this lost genetic ground in our breeding and selection programs. Seriously, commercial cow-calf producers often ask about culling protocols for their cow herds. Selection is the process of deciding which animals stay in the herd another year and is based on defined criteria for reproduction, functionality, and production within the herd. Culling is simply passing out the pink slips, or removing cows that no longer have a place in an operation. Routine criteria vary from ranch to ranch, depending on producers'

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goals and objectives, and from year to year, depending on economic factors. One culling criterion that I consider etched in stone addresses the most important economic trait in a cow herd: reproduction (fertility). Assuming you have given the cow an adequate environment (such as for health, reproduction, and nutrition), you should demand that she conceive a calf every 365 days. If she is open at pregnancy check, she should be culled. The only decision to be made is when to sell her. Then there are those cows that are pregnant but failed to raise a calf to weaning. Most of the time, these calves die within 14 days of birth. From a long-term hard-nosed production perspective, this loss usually reflects a lack of mothering ability, and these cows should be removed. At this point in the cattle cycle, agricultural economists may suggest that you relax this criterion, especially for those cows that are historically good producers and are bred to calve early in the next calving season. If you do allow any of these cows to stay in the herd, they should be identified and given only one reprieve.

Note: If calf losses are excessive, you should evaluate your management practices for potential problems. Another culling criterion I consider imperative is poor disposition, a subjective evaluation. For some, a couple of crazy cows just make things more interesting. For my money, a cow not only has to breed on schedule but also has to act civilly. In any situation, a wild animal can harm the

Assuming you have given the cow an adequate environment (such as for health, reproduction, and nutrition), you should demand that she conceive a calf every 365 days. If she is open at pregnancy check, she should be culled. attitude of the herd around her and can hurt herself, other cattle, or the working crew. When you have the chance to get her in a trailer, ship her. At culling time, cows should be examined for functionality. As a rule of thumb, if a physical problem interferes with a cow’s production potential, she should be culled. Permanent lameness, bad udders, so-called hardware disease, and blindness are just a few of these problems. Cow age is in this category. Badly worn or missing teeth can reduce a cow’s production and even her ability to survive. Longevity in a cow herd is a desirable trait, but consider culling a cow while she still has acceptable salvage value. Besides culling for reproduction and functionality, many operations have set production criteria for their cows. The most common culling criterion in these herds is based on the weaning weight of the calves. Weaning weight is a measure of mothering ability of the cow and growth potential of the calf. Actual weaning weights for all calves can be standardized to 205 days of age and adjusted for the age of the dam. The adjusted 205-day weight of each calf is compared with the average weight of its sex and contemporary group. This ratio yields a relative comparison of production between cows for that calf crop. Using adjusted 205s, a producer can identify cows with high, average, and low production capability and make accurate culling decisions on cow performance. Whether you call it culling or selection, the result should be the same. The cows that meet your criteria get to stay. Those that don’t, go to town. And whatever you do, keep the railroad ■ right-of-way fences mended.

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ith industry-wide support from Dairy Producers of New Mexico (DPNM) as well as New Mexico’s Cattle Growers Association (NMCGA), the NMSU’s Dairy Extension Program in collaboration with the New Mexico Livestock Board and New Mexico’s Department of Homeland Security, is unfolding a statewide DQA (Dairy Quality Assurance) program which will assess and subsequently certify New Mexico’s dairy producers for management practices that manage, reduce and eliminate known disease risks, thereby contributing the BQA (Beef Quality Assurance). Many of the BQA Standards were established by the Beef Checkoff Program. The uniqueness of the program lies in the fact that it is a voluntary program, yet endorsed and highly recommended by and to the membership of DPNM. As a trade organization, DPNM has taken a proactive stance towards management

issues with the goal in mind to be able to say as a statewide industry that its membership is not only adhering to, but doing all it can management wise, to make sure disease risks are minimized, and that management practices in general are of the highest level ensuring a quality product, be it milk or meat. For the last six months, with funding from both the Livestock Board and Homeland Security, NMSU Dairy Extension has worked with experts in the DQA field to develop an online assessment tool which is now nearing completion. The site is available to the general public http://nm.dairyassessment.com/ info/inhome.asp for information as well as a large library collection of best management practices (BMP’s) and standard operating procedures (SOP’s) specifically geared towards large herd management in the Southwest, soon to be added to the site. It is these BMP’s and SOP’s of scien-

tifically proven and third party validated practices that form the basis for the actual assessment which is only assessable to a particular dairyman. The actual assessment itself will be done by NMSU Dairy Extension while visiting the dairy and observing and validating the management practices with the dairyman, his herdsman and possibly with the herd veterinarian. That way the opportunity arises to discuss alternative practices or suggestions for improvements. Once the dairy is assessed and approved, the Livestock Board will certify the dairy under New Mexico’s DQA program. At the moment of this writing, it looks like the actual assessments will start in the spring of 2009. For more information, contact Robert Hagevoort, PhD, Extension Dairy Specialist, Ag Science Center at Clovis at 575/985-2292.

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t’s the MBA – the Masters of Beef Advocacy Program – just launched by the beef checkoff program. The newly designed MBA program is an e-learning opportunity developed to assist producers across the country in becoming effective spokespersons for the industry.

The program consists of six, 1-hour core courses for the 2009 fiscal year: beef safety, beef nutrition, animal care, environmental stewardship, modern beef production and the beef checkoff. The complete program entails a reading exercise, followed by a short “your story in your own words” essay assignment, and concludes with an open-book quiz. At the end of the MBA program, producers are given a homework assignment to complete one of three exercises – with media, online or public speaking. MBA alumni will be encouraged to conduct team outreach on issues management topics. Producers who complete the program will be added to a weekly e-newsletter that gets them further involved through action items. For more information visit http://www.MyBeefCheckoff.com or contact Daren Williams at dwilliams@beef.org.

More than 43 percent of primary U.S. shoppers say they feel worse off economically than they felt one year ago. In response, more than 30 percent are eating at home more and eating out less as one way to save money. While an overwhelming 93 percent of consumers worry about rising food prices, the fresh meat and seafood category demonstrates a loyalty rate of 98 percent, indicating that customers won't stop purchasing fresh meat, even in tough times. More than 72 percent are ready to reduce spending, and while customers agree that meat is one area where they may spend less, it falls to the bottom of the list. The beef Checkoff is working with retailers to keep beef at the front of the plate. For information, go to http://beefretail.com. FEBRUARY 2009

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he Checkoff will host a session on beef’s sustainability at the 2009 convention of the International Association of Culinary Professionals (IACP) in Denver in April, 2009. IAPC is the leading professional organization for chefs, food writers and other food professionals and is an extremely influential audience with consumers. The checkoff session – called “Raising Red Meat for a Green Earth” – will present two local beef producers talking about their efforts to be good stewards of their land, as well as a U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service official discussing the success stories of working with beef producers to preserve wildlife habitat. Together, these panelists will tell the story of the environmental benefits of all types of beef production to a key audience of food professionals. Visit the IAPC website for more information on the upcoming conference.

NMBC Meeting February 20

ll beef producers are welcome to attend the next meeting of the New Mexico Beef Council Friday, February 20, 2009, 9 a.m., at La Fonda Hotel in Santa Fe. The meeting will be held in conjunction with the New Mexico Farm Bureau.

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he Mexican government has modified its proposed ban on meat shipped in combo bins so that only frozen products will be prohibited. Beginning January 30, fresh chilled products may be shipped in combo bins, subject to 100 percent inspection at three levels of each combo bin.

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According to MEF officials, this inspection requirement exceeds labor resources at ports of entry. NAFTA partners will hopefully find a workable solution.

NMBC members and representatives pictured include (left to right): Manual Salazar, Jane Frost, Pat Woods, Margie McKeen and Jim Bob Burnett.

Good News! Retail Beef Sales Up Significantly

eef posted remarkable sales numbers in November, 2008. Both dollar and pound sales of beef were up significantly. Dollar

sales jumped 14.3 percent, while pound sales climbed 11.7 percent. This strong sales performance occurred despite an uncertain economy and a sharp decline in turkey sales, which led to a decline in total meat sales. For additional highlights and a complete picture of beef’s retail activity in November, review the Top Line Report for more details, or contact Randy Irion (riron@beef.org), 312-670-9403.

2008-2009 DIRECTORS — CHAIRMAN, Tom Spindle, Producer; VICE-CHAIRMAN, Cliff Copeland, Purebred Producer SECRETARY, Luke Woelber, Fluid Milk Producer NMBC DIRECTORS: Tammy Ogilvie, Producer; Manuel Salazar, Producer; Chad Davis, Producer; Bill Porter, Feeder; Joe Clavel, Producer; Jim Bob Burnett, Producer

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Onward and Upward he New Year is well on its way, the new Congress is in session and the New Mexico Legislature is at work. We are reminded a gazillion times a day that the state, federal and global economies are on shaky ground at best. Ranchers are already worrying about moisture for the spring. Cattle prices are down. We are at odds with various government agencies that are imposing current laws and regulations and working hard to see that even worse things don’t happen to us. Pretty much business as usual, right? Yes and no. We knew some time ago that we were going to have a totally freshman delegation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Those folks are now in place and the real work begins. In early January, Howard Hutchinson and I made our annual trek to Washington, D.C. to meet new congressional staff, see old friends and survey the lay of the land for the months to come. It is always just a little bit disconcerting to see all the fresh young faces that hold the future of our government in their hands. Those jobs in congressional offices don’t pay much and those young people really have to want to be there. The concerning part is that they are short on life experience and long on philosophy and vision. It takes all three to even hope to make good decisions. The visits to the congressional offices were productive. On the House side all three new representatives took time out of their schedules to meet with us. They all asked that the folks at home keep them apprised of issues of concern and to take the time to provide the background necessary for them to address those concerns. The meetings on the Senate side were equally productive although we were not able to meet with the Senators themselves. We are indeed fortunate to have Senator Jeff Bingaman’s agricultural aide, Dan

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Alpert, to anchor the delegation staff. As bad as the bovine tuberculosis situation is for the ranching industry in New Mexico, it would have been much worse and a lot sooner had it not been for the efforts of Senator Bingaman and Dan. Another bit of good news is that although the faces have changed, the phone numbers to the offices have remained the same. You can reach Senator Bingaman at 202/224-5521; Senator Udall at 202/224-6621, Congressman Heinrich at 202/225-6316, Congressman Teague at 202/225-2365, and Congressman Lujan at 202/225-6190. Please take the time to call one or all of these gentlemen when you have a concern and make every effort to see them when they are back in the state. Their ability to help us is directly related to how well we can keep them informed on our issues. On The Home Front . . .

There are several new faces in the State Legislature as well. The overarching concern is once again the state budget. However before they can get started on next year’s budget, they must first fix this year’s budget taking into account a nearly $500 million short fall. Funding for the coming year doesn’t look much better. The primary reason for the shortfalls is the state of the oil and gas industry — nation wide. Oil has dropped from nearly $150 to just over $30 a barrel during the past 12 months. We have certainly enjoyed the drop in gasoline and diesel prices. I have paid as low as $1.33 in the past month after paying over $4.00 a gallon last summer. However, drilling in New Mexico and other oil producing states has declined in direct proportion to the price of the product. Fairly simple economics — if it doesn’t pay to produce the product, then production will decline. According to an Associated Press story in the January 22, 2009 Santa Fe New

Mexican, “Since the end of August, the number of oil and gas rigs in the U.S. has dropped more than 20 percent, from 2,031 to 1,589 as of January 9. No place has been hit harder during that span than Texas, which had 958 active rigs before prices tumbled but only 713 earlier this month, a 25 percent decline.” New Mexico started 2008 with 70 active rigs in January. Rig counts for 2008 peaked in October at 93 rigs. By mid January 2009 that number had fallen to 58 active rigs. In addition to the price of the product, word from the oil patch is that rig owners and operators have not lowered their prices commensurate the drop in the price of oil and the cost of other inputs such as pipe have not declined either. So, it would seem that there is a fairly easy and logical explanation of the drop in revenues from the oil and gas industry in New Mexico, right? It is just as clear that it is unlikely that oil prices are going to remain low. Gas in Albuquerque is creeping back up above $1.70 a gallon and oil prices are back over $40 a barrel. The Money Morning Oil Report website says: “Enjoy oil prices now while they’re cheap, because a cadre of analysts is calling for oil to rise as much as 113 percent in 2009.” But, rather than looking at the economics of the entire oil and gas industry, New Mexico’s industry is attempting to misdirect the problem and the Legislature toward eliminating rules and regulations developed to protect natural resources and the environment, most especially the state’s precious water supply. Front and center of the debate in Santa Fe, but reaching all the way to Washington, D.C. are New Mexico’s pit rules that were adopted in 2008. During the Richardson Administration there have been several attempts to reform the rules under continued on page 51

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which the oil and gas industry must maintain and close the pits that are necessary for drilling operations. The process that led to the latest rule change included four months of meetings for several days each month, bringing together the oil and gas industry, landowners and conservation groups. Along with Phil H. Bidegain, Jose Varela Lopez, I participated in the process for many, many grueling hours. Did landowners get everything they wanted? No. Did the oil and gas industry get everything they wanted? No. Did conservation groups get everything they wanted? No. But in the end, New Mexico ground and surface waters are protected. And, no matter how important the energy industry is to our state and our nation, water comes first. The current pit rule is not nearly as restrictive as some would have you believe. The rule does prohibit the placement of a temporary or permanent pit where the depth to groundwater is less than 50 feet. There are also restrictions that apply to the distance to surface water, housing and other protected areas. These areas do require what is called a closed-loop system.

The rule also prohibits onsite burial of pit waste where the depth to ground water is less than 100 feet. It is true that in these cases, the closed-loop and pit waste must be hauled to an approved waste disposal site. It is also worth noting that the new pit rule did not become effective until June 16, 2008 and there are grandfathering provisions for ongoing operations. However rig counts in New Mexico steadily increased from 78 in June to 93 in October when oil prices and the economy took a dive. As there has been increased pressure on the oil and gas industry to behave in a more responsible manner, there have been numerous threats that the industry would simply pull up stakes and leave New Mexico. I have often wondered how they plan to take the underground reserves that rank fourth and fifth in the nation. As we continue to work through these issues with the oil and gas industry, I will reiterate that there is more that brings our two industries together than divides us and that there is no industry so dependent on affordable energy than agriculture. There is also no industry more aware of the need for a secure national energy and food supply than agriculture. However,

surface owners, the land and the water cannot continue to pay the uncompensated costs for that secure energy or food for that matter. On The Subject Of Food . . .

As we expected the elimination of the agricultural exemption for workers compensation insurance is front and center at the 2009 Legislature. As we ask the numerous questions that must be answered before such a move should even be contemplated, one that rises to the top is food supply. We often lament the fact that we are price takers, not price setters. Thus we will not be able to pass on any of the increased costs of additional government regulation to the consumer. But, it is not a stretch to speculate that the additional cost might reduce the amount of food available that is grown in New Mexico and the nation. Profit margins on agricultural operations are marginal in the best of years. With the current economy we may not see many of the good years for awhile and some operators will be forced out of business along with many other small and large businesses that continued on page <None>

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are presently falling under the bus. If we are trying to help poor people, are we really helping them by reducing employment and driving up the cost of food? Your Legislative Opportunities.

Over the next 45 days there will be numerous calls to action for assistance with bills in the Legislature. You will either receive them directly via email or you can find them on the website at www.nmagriculture.org. Whatever the source, please be ready to make those phone calls early and often. If you are looking for opportunities to visit Santa Fe and have a face-to-face with your representative and senator, there are some dates that are prime. The New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association Board (NMCGA) of Directors will meet on February 18 at the Hotel Santa Fe. All NMCGA Board meetings are open to all members with the exception of an executive session, and I haven’t seen one of those called for nearly 12 years. On February 19 the annual Ag Fest Legislative Reception will be held at the La

Fonda Hotel. If you have interest in attending either of these events, please contact the NMCGA office at 505/247-0584 or nmcga@nmagriculture.org to reserve you meals and tickets. On March 19 New Mexico Agriculture will celebrate National Ag Week with the annual Roundhouse Feed, where everyone in the Capitol is treated to beef and lamb barbeque, beans and chili, salad, milk, cheese and ice cream. We generally feed anywhere from 1,100 to 1,400 people in about two hours from start to clean up. Extra pairs of hands are always welcome. If you would like to come to Santa Fe to help at any time during the Session, just let us know. There are spare rooms available in NMCGA housing and you DO make a difference! Game Issues

There continues to be change on the game front. In mid-January the Governor replaced Oscar Simpson with Ken Salazar. We will see how positive that turns out to be. Both come directly from the officer team of the New Mexico Wildlife Federation, but Mr. Salazar is a bit more soft spoken than his predecessor and Commission meetings might shorten up a bit. Please

plan on attending the New Mexico State Game Commission Meeting slated for March 6, 2009. The location is not yet available on the New Mexico Department of Game and Fish website, but we will post it on the NMCGA website when we find out. And there’s more . . .

In doing the research on the trespass statute, I came across something that I had believed was true, but was assured by those in much higher places several months ago was wrong. In regards trespass penalties and hunting and fishing, the statute says: “Whoever commits criminal trespass is guilty of a misdemeanor. Additionally, any person who violates the provisions of . . . this section, when in connection with hunting, fishing or trapping activity, shall have his hunting or fishing license revoked by the state game commission for a period of not less than three years, (emphasis added) pursuant to the provisions of Section 17-3-34 NMSA 1978.” Seems like there may be some out there that are paying less than the full penalty for their illegal actions . . . far be it from me to mention any names. ■

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enator Ken Salazar underwent his confirmation hearing before the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on January 15. There were no fireworks in the hearing and Salazar’s confirmation is pretty well assured. One news reporter called the hearing a near lovefest. Most of the questions were centered on energy issues like off-shore drilling, oil shale development and renewable energy production. There were questions about ethical lapses in the Department with references to recent scandals although press reports made no mention of the specific one involving collusion among environmental groups and BLM officials in the lobbying for the National Landscape Conservation System. Salazar pledged to “clean up” the department. If there were any questions directed specifically toward grazing administration, they didn’t make

the news reports. As the Secretary over the Bureau of Land Management, Fish and Wildlife Service and the National Park Service, Salazar will have tremendous influence over natural resource policy. He has not been antagonistic toward grazing during his political career and grew up in a Colorado farming and ranching family. He understands water issues and natural resource use. In fact in his opening statement at the confirmation hearing he mentioned wise use of conventional natural resources in the context of energy development and his family history of stewardship of water, soil and wildlife resources while preserving the balance that has allowed them to farm and ranch for five generations. Ken Salazar’s family roots trace back to New Mexico. He grew up across the Colorado state line in the San Luis Valley. On

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mentation of natural resource policy. Another of the first issues Secretary Salazar will have to deal with is the delisting of the northern gray wolf. The Bush administration has delisted the wolf in 15 states from Indiana and Ohio to Washington and Oregon. The only exception is Wyoming where wolves will remain listed because Wyoming insisted on protecting its livestock and wildlife in at least part of the state by classifying wolves as predators away from the Yellowstone area. This is the second try at delisting. The first was abandoned in the face of lawsuits. The same groups are gearing up to stop this one, too. The Mexican gray wolf program continues. More wolves have been released. The Fish and Wildlife Service has announced they have a suspect in the illegal killing of a wolf that was found dead August 6 near the Gila cliff dwellings. At this writing there is no further information on who that suspect might be. The FWS has admitted that the wolf program needs to be updated. A common sense assessment would conclude it needs to be cancelled. Secretary Salazar could have some influence on improving the Mexican wolf situation too. The Omnibus Lands Bill that was withdrawn from the Senate calendar in December has been resurrected by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. The original bill contained a host of wilderness designations, scenic trails and waters and a lot of pork barrel spending. It was the result of combining over 150 other different land bills. Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma threatened a filibuster and Reid withdrew the legislation. The current version is reportedly 4 inches thick. By mid January it had passed a cloture vote, which means Senator Coburn will not be able to stop it again. As Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Senator Bingaman is the sponsor of the legislation which designates two million acres of wilderness around the West. The bill also includes authorization for the National Landscape Conservation System administered by the BLM. There are many other obscure provisions of this legislation one of which provides for a 5-year pilot program to provide compensation for livestock losses from wolf predation. It also includes land exchanges, disposals, water projects, research projects, a section on wildland

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Finally Famous is real name was Tom but everyone called him Wimpy due to his diminutive stature; “diminutive” as it applied to his physical size and his standing in the community. Wimpy was one of those anonymous people who live good, simple lives and are taken for granted by the rest of us. The kind of folks who, after they die, people say of them, “Whatever happened to good old so-and-so?” Wimpy was not what you’d call a “colorful character”. He was a bachelor who lived like a hermit and minded his own business. He camped out like a sheepherder in his old two bedroom shack and spent most of his time in a shop out back that he kept cleaner than his home. His best friends were his tools, many of them homemade. Wimpy had been a lifer mechanic in the Navy and when he retired he eked out a living fixing things for folks, making branding irons and running a small herd of cows. There’s hardly any record that Wimpy existed. He led a totally unremarkable life that never merited mention in his local newspaper. He’d never been an officer of Rotary, never got arrested or received a DUI and never won an award at the county fair. There’s no evidence that he even got his name in the paper when he was born. He had nothing to advertise and he was not the type of person to write a letter to the editor. In his entire life Wimpy had never been first, best or different in anything. Not once had he ever seen his name in the newspaper. And that bothered him. A lot. Although Wimpy was in no way an egotistical man, just once before he died he wanted to be somebody; just enough to be mentioned in the paper. He wanted some record that he tread upon this earth. Since he was well over 80 years old it was quite obvious that Wimpy was not marked for greatness so he’d have to find some other way to get his name in print. It just so happened that once a week the owner of the local auction market ran an ad in the newspaper. Every Wednesday you could read who owned the high selling animals in each category in the representative sales

column and you could also see the featured consignments for the following week’s auction. Wimpy concluded that this was his only chance of getting his name in print, but there were two problems with the plan. First, Wimpy had a very small herd and only harvested an animal when he needed some extra cash. It was more akin to fishing than cattle raising. Wimpy never knew a week in advance when he’d be selling something, and even if he did it wouldn’t merit being featured in the advertisement of upcoming consignments. As for topping the sale, well, you could forget that. The only way Wimpy’s cattle would be mentioned is if they also mentioned the cheapest cattle. Undeterred, Wimpy devised a plan. He had a barren young cow that he figured he’d grain until she was hog fat. Surely she’d top the cull cow sale on a slow week with not many cattle consigned to the sale. Sadly, the cow was getting close to being ripe when Wimpy keeled over dead from a heart attack. The same edition of the newspaper that carried Wimpy’s short obituary also carried an advertisement for the dispersal of his small herd. Wimpy finally made the paper! Just as Wimpy had planned, when the barren cow sold the following week she was the high selling slaughter cow. Wimpy had gone 87 years without ever being mentioned in the newspaper and in the space of two weeks he’d made the paper three times! Wimpy was not a church goer so he was not well known to the preacher who delivered his eulogy at a memorial service several weeks later. The only thing the preacher dug up was that Wimpy had “market topping cattle”. At least one anyway! The auction owner was sitting in the front pew and when he heard about Wimpy’s “market topping cattle” he whispered in his wife’s ear, “Poor Wimpy was just like Van Gogh, Lane Frost and Anna Nicole Smith. He didn’t become really famous until after he died.” ■

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ERNEST R. HARWELL, 88, life long rancher from Roswell, died on December 26. Ernest and his wife, Thelma lived most of their married life on their ranch at Duncan. He was active in the Duncan Fire Department, Soil Conservation Service and the Cattle Growers’ and Wool Growers’ Associations. In addition to his wife, he is survived by two sons, a daughter and six grandchildren. ADELAIDO “Lalo” ARCHULETA, 67, who worked on the Diamond A Ranch at Wagon Mound for 25 years, died December 22 at a Santa Fe hospital. He is survived by a daughter, two grandchildren, five sisters and a brother. DOYCE RAY NEWMAN, 74, farmer and cattleman at Melrose for many years, died December 15, in Tucumcari. He is survived by a brother and two sisters. JUAN CRISTOBAL GOMEZ Jr., 84, Aztec rancher, died December 29. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lila, and is survived by four children, eight siblings, 10 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.

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firefighter safety and still another authorizes the Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act for paralysis research. Some of these provisions represent worthy causes which is one reason why the bill had the support to prevent the filibuster. But Senator Coburn was right; there is a lot of pork tacked onto this bill. The cloture vote clears the way for the S.22, the Omnibus Lands Bill to move to the Senate floor for passage. There is an increasing likelihood of more wilderness being designated in New Mexico. There are almost one million acres of BLM wilderness study areas in the state. About half of that acreage has been recommended for designation by the agency as meeting the criteria for wilderness. Wilderness advocates have pushed for declaration of even more much of which is not suitable by definitions in the authorizing legislation and by common sense interpretations of what really constitutes wilderness. The vast majority of the public doesn’t understand what official designation as wilderness actually does. It hampers recreational use of the areas being designated just as much as other uses including grazing. As the political pressure 58

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Memoriam STANLEY LEWIS, 91, rancher, railroad worker and Forest Service employee from Ramah, died January 2, in Ramah, his birthplace. He is survived by two brothers, and three sisters.. TOBIAS MEDINA SR., 73, rancher from Las Vegas, died January 4. He worked for San Miguel County as a heavy equipment operator and also ranched at Maes. He is survived by two daughters, a son, two step-children, nine grandchildren, three sisters and a brother. SAM SHERMAN, 88, longtime Roswell rancher, died January 2. He worked for Bogle Farms, Butler Buildings and Diamond A Cattle Company, where he spent 25 years. He is survived by two daughters, six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

builds to have more acres of federal land placed under some kind of restricted use classification, the livestock industry will have to do a better job of convincing legislators and the public that there are better ways to protect open space than just locking them away from any kind of productive use. The Rangeland Preservation Area concept developed by the People for Preserving Our Western Heritage group in Dona Ana county preserves open space and still allows traditional uses. These ideas deserve consideration in the debate. The National Weather Service has firmed up their long range forecast for dry weather in the Southwest including much of New Mexico for the rest of the winter and into spring. Although northern New Mexico had lots of moisture early in the season, the southern and eastern parts of the state are drying up. The summer and fall forecasts are for near normal precipitation but warmer than normal temperatures. Although weather forecasters continue to improve their accuracy, they still miss the mark much of the time. We always hope they miss when they predict drought and are right when they call for rain. Let’s pray that is the case for the coming year. Until ■ next time, may God bless us all.

LEWIS “Pat” MOSS, 73, who ranched and farmed in Ruidoso for many years, died December 20 at an Amarillo hospital. Later he worked in Hereford, Texas, at the grain coop. He is survived by two sisters, five nieces and four nephews. GRANT E. HARPER, 86, who ranched at Red Rock, died December 11 at his home in Rio Rancho. He was a decorated veteran of WWII. A graduate of NMSU, he served as a County Extension Agent for several years before returning to the ranch at Red Rock. He was preceded in death by his wife, Beatrice and is survived by his second wife, Frances, three sisters, three children and a grandson. ALBERTO GONZALES, 90, lifelong rancher at Chacon, died December 6, at a Las Vegas nursing home. He is survived by his wife, Carlota, a son, a daughter, two sisters and a brother. CLAUDIA FAY HARRIS, 89, who farmed and ranched at La Plata with her husband John, for 67 years, died December 28, at her home. She was an active 4-H leader and ranch wife. She was preceded in death by her husband and is survived by three sons, 12 grandchildren, 17 greatgrandchildren and four great-great-grandchildren. MARION SELBY SPENCER, 89, longtime Lincoln County ranch woman and community leader, died in Alamogordo, November 22. The widow of New Mexico Cattle Growers’ Association past president Truman A. Spencer, Jr., she was a 25-year member of Sierra Blanca Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution, recipient of Clara Barton Red Cross Award, Girl Scout Leader, Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and 4-H Leader. She taught many young people from Lincoln County to swim. She is survived by a daughter two sons including Stirling T. Spencer and wife, Carrie of Carrizozo, who are widely known in cattle industry circles, two brothers, five grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Editor’s Note: Please send In Memoriam announcements to: Chuck Stocks, New Mexico Stockman, P.O. Box 7127, Albuquerque, NM 87194, fax: 505/9986236 or email: chuck@aaalivestock.com Memorial donations may be sent to the Cattlegrowers’ Foundation, a 501(c)3, tax deductable charitable foundation serving the rights of ranch families and educating citizens on governmental actions, policies and practices. Cattlegrowers’ Foundation, Inc., P.O. Box 7517, Albuquerque, N.M. 87194.

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solicited from both industry-leading producers and specialists who actively work in the beef cow sector. In total, 217 surveys were collected from 130 producers and 87 specialists. Producer respondents represent professional cow-calf operators with varying herd sizes from across the U.S. Participating specialists work with producers across a wide-range of disciplines (e.g., veterinary medicine, nutrition, economics/marketing, reproduction, pasture management) in various geographies throughout the nation. Producers and specialists were in general agreement as they gave their views on management priorities. The correlation between their mean priority scores was 0.90 (highly correlated) among the survey’s 15 main management categories.

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1. Herd nutrition: Respondents were in strong agreement making nutrition the number one ranked management priority. 2. Pasture and range management: Respondents emphasized grazing as the preferred route to insuring adequate nutrition for the cowherd (harvested forages and supplemental feeds ranked 10th in the survey). 3. Herd health: Results underscore to the importance of this area of the operation, with primary emphasis on disease prevention. 4. Financial: This management area was considered ‘foundational to profitability’ by two-thirds of respondents. 5. Marketing: Respondents rounded out their top five with an emphasis on marketing, especially marketing of the calf crop through the most appropriate channel. 6. Production: This aspect of the cowcalf business remains important to profitability, with primary emphasis on: (1) calving and breeding; (2) weaning protocols and replacement female selection; and (3) culling decisions and herd bull management.

Reducing feeding losses for large round bales arge round bales are the most popular source of hay when winter feeding beef cattle. Unfortunately, these bales are subject to a variety of losses, including feeding loss. Research published in the Journal of Animal Science (2003, 81:109-115) has shown feeding losses can be influenced by bale feeder design. The feeders investigated in this research trial were ring, cone, trailer, and cradle type feeders. The percentage of hay loss ranged from 3.5 to 14.6 percent. Cone and ring type feeders respectively exhibited the least amount of loss, while the trailer and cradle feeders exhibited four times the waste per animal compared to the cone design. This trial documented changes in animal behavior influenced by feeder design. We know feeding hay in small amounts frequently minimizes waste. However, this method increases labor cost and is not always practical for all producers. How can we minimize hay feeding loss in a grazing system?

Move the hay feeding area frequently. By minimizing the time livestock feed in a particular area we reduce mud. This can be done by providing enough hay for three days. Feed hay in a well drained area. For example, a heavy-use pad can minimize feeding loss. Consider the example below from the MU Forage Systems Research Center. In this system they utilized low labor, large round bale rings. Hay was placed in the winter feeding area, spaced on 20-foot centers. The number of bales per paddock was based on bale size, number of animals, and length of stay. The bales were grouped on 20-foot centers in a corner of the pasture. Temporary electric fencing was used to protect the bales to be fed later, while allowing access to enough bales for three days feeding in the rings. When the three-day supply is eaten, the temporary fence is moved back and the next group of bales are covered with

7. Genetics: Ranked higher among producers than specialists, and higher still among producers who retain ownership of their calf crop through the feedlot. 8. Labor: This category ranked in the middle of the pack, but received higher marks from producers managing larger herds. 9. Information management: Subtopics ranking high in this category included herd reproduction data and cattle inventory information with overall cattle performance records, health data and weaning information rounding out the list. 10. Harvested forages: Completed the top 10 but with specialists ranking this topic higher than did producers. Respondents were keen on maintaining lower than industry average costs in this category. Identification, natural resource management, biosecurity, facilities and equipment and technical support were ranked eleventh through fifteenth, respectively. As a group, these five topics were viewed as well down the priority list, though beneficial and in a supporting role to cow-calf profitability. Source: Tom Field, PhD, Colorado State University and the National Cattleman’s Beef Association

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the bale rings. This is just one method to minimize waste and mud; and it may not require a tractor once the hay is in place. In summary, for winter feeding rotate the feeding area, minimize the use of heavy equipment, and set out enough forage for a two or three day feeding period. Utilizing cone and/or ring type feeders can further reduce hay loss. Source: Clif Little, OSU Extension Educator

Thurs., March 20 ★ Tucumcari, N.M. LUNCH: 11 a.m. ★ SALE: 1 p.m. Weaning Weights • Yearling Weights • Present Weight 120-Day Gain Test • Semen Tested • EPDs

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Preparing for Bull Buying Season ull sale season is in full swing, and between now and late spring many producers will be looking to acquire additional bull power for the upcoming breeding season. Bull selection is Job #1 for genetic improvement, as nearly all herd improvement over time is a direct result of genetics infused through new bulls. Consequently, selection of the right bull is paramount. Finding the right bull is a process which should be initiated long before arrival at the bull sale or opening the sale catalog. A systematic approach which identifies genetic priorities will greatly enhance the ability to find the right bull, and ultimately make the genetic progress needed within the herd. The following outline key steps for consideration. Identify Herd Goals — Herd goals serve as the foundation for sire selection and provide guidance as to which traits have the most economic importance. Defining the production and marketing system, along with management strategies and environment (including forage and feed resources) are key factors that warrant consideration: ■ Will the bull be used on heifers, mature cows, or both? ■ Will replacement females be retained in the herd? ■ How will the calf crop be marketed (at weaning?, backgrounded?, retained ownership? sell females?) ■ What are the labor and management resources available? ■ What are the feed resources and environmental conditions of the operation? ■ How will this sire contribute to the overall breeding system plan? Evaluate Herd Strengths and Weaknesses — Fundamental records are key to identifying strengths and weaknesses. Basic performance parameters such as calving percentage, weaning percentage, weaning weights, sale weights, carcass merit, feed usage, etc. are necessary to serve as the basis for assessing areas of strength and those needing attention. Establish Selection Priorities — Concentrate on those factors which stand to have the largest impact on profitability. Remember that income is derived from performance (sale weight, percent calf crop weaned, carcass merit, etc.). Performance is a function of both genetics and management. Superior genetics can be negated by improper management, which emphasizes the importance of considering the interaction of management (nutrition, health program) and genetics when specific priorities for the herd are established. As an example, higher milk production is accompanied by increased nutritional requirements. These increased nutritional requirements must be met to realize more performance. Focus on a handful of priority traits rather than attempting to change many traits simultaneously. Establishing the few traits to focus on is the key factor. It is likely that several traits may be at optimum levels already in the herd, so the priority may be to hold these constant while focusing an a few that need changed. Utilize Selection Tools — Once selection priorities have been established through close examination of herd goals and current status, a number of useful tools are at the disposal of beef producers to assist in making genetic improvement. Genetic differences across breeds have been well established, and utilization of different breeds in a complimentary fashion through structured crossbreeding plans provides the opportunity for improvement in multiple traits. Most importantly, heterosis attained through crossbreeding has been shown to have significant favorable impacts on traits such as reproductive efficiency and cow

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longevity which are critical for herd profitability. The limited ability to select for reproductive traits in the form of EPDs further emphasizes the importance of capturing the value of heterosis. EPDs are available for many traits of economic importance. Establish Benchmarks — Several tools can be utilized to assist in the determination of EPD specifications. EPD values for current and past sires can be used as benchmarks. With these benchmarks, EPD specifications can be set to reflect the desired increase or moderation in performance for a particular trait. As an example, establishing a benchmark for milk EPD can be determined through the relationship between previous sires’ genetics for milk and the performance of his daughters in the herd. Find Source — With the above defined, we can now begin to look at individual bulls. There are many sources of bulls that warrant consideration — test stations, production sales, and private treaty sales. Of critical importance is that the bull be from a reputable source which will stand behind their product. Do Your Homework — The first step to doing so is to evaluate the sale catalog, performance pedigree, and data. By examination of the bull’s performance record, determine which bulls meet the EPD and other specifications that have been established (and likewise eliminate those that do not meet the specifications). Be prepared to make trade-offs, as the perfect record may not be attainable. Do not be surprised or alarmed when the bulls you have highlighted appear scattered throughout the sale order. Remember to stick to the selection criteria and qualifications/specifications that have been established. All this can and should be accomplished prior to ever looking at the bulls. Have a Look — Once the list has been narrowed to only bulls which meet the criteria, these bulls can be further evaluated and selection refined. Having a list of suitable bulls prior to arrival at the auction or farm will not only save time, but also assist in making sure the right bull for the situation is purchased. Upon narrowing the potential candidates on paper, the bulls can be evaluated for suitability of phenotypic traits and the potential candidate list shortened even further. Not all relevant traits have EPDs (examples include disposition, fleshing ability, etc.), and therefore must be evaluated visually. Make a Sound Investment — For many cow calf producers, purchasing a new bull is a relatively infrequent occurrence. This emphasizes the importance of selecting the right bull, particularly in single sire herds. The value of the right bull cannot be underestimated. Investments in the right genetics will pay dividends both short and long-term through the influence the bull has on each calf crop as well as his daughters that are retained in the herd. Manage the New Bull Properly — Of equal importance is the care and management of the newly acquired bull. Proper management and nutrition are essential for the bull to perform satisfactorily during the breeding season. With most new herd sires purchased as yearling bulls, management prior to, during, and after the first breeding season is particularly important. Plan ahead by acquiring a new yearling bull 60 to 90 days prior to the breeding season so that ample time is available to allow for adjustment to a new environment, commingling with other bulls, and getting the bull in proper breeding body condition. Source: Scott P. Greiner, PhD, Extension Animal Scientist, VA Tech3

Breeding Soundness Exam evaluates fertility in bulls roducers searching for a cost efficient method to promote a successful breeding program may find breeding soundness examinations (BSEs) for bulls beneficial. The importance of the bull in a cattle breeding program often is underestimated. A cow is responsible for half the genetic material in only one calf each year, while the bull is responsible for half the genetic material in 20 to 50 calves. The bull’s ability to locate cows in estrus and breed them is clearly vital to a successful breeding program. For the breeding soundness evaluation to be successful, bulls should be evaluated 30 to 60 days before the start of breeding. It is important to allow sufficient time to replace questionable bulls. Bulls should also be evaluated at the end of breeding to determine if their fertility decreased. A BSE is administered by a veterinarian and includes a physical examination (feet, legs, eyes, teeth, flesh cover, scrotal size and shape), an internal and external examination of the reproductive tract and semen evaluation for sperm cell motility and normality. The physical examination studies overall appearance. Flesh cover is one factor to

evaluate. Body condition can be affected by length of the breeding season, grazing and supplemental feeding conditions, number of cows the bull is expected to service and distance required to travel during breeding. Ideally, bulls should have enough fat cover at the start of breeding so their ribs appear smooth across their sides. A body condition score 6 (where 1 = emaciated and 9 = very obese) is the target body condition prior to the breeding season. Sound feet and legs are very important because if they are unsound, this can result in the inability to travel and mount for mating. The general health of the bull is critical since sick, aged and injured bulls are less likely to mate and usually have lower semen quality. The external examination of the reproductive tract includes evaluation of the testes, spermatic cords and epididymis. Scrotal circumference is an important measure since it is directly related to the total mass of sperm producing tissue, sperm cell normality and the onset of puberty in the bull and his female offspring. Bulls with large circumference will produce more sperm with higher normality and also reach sexual maturity sooner.

Examination of the external underline before and during semen collection will detect any inflammation, foreskin adhesions, warts, abscesses and penile deviations. The internal examination is conducted to detect any abnormalities in the internal reproductive organs. The semen evaluation is done by examining a sample of the semen under a microscope. The veterinarian will estimate the percentage of sperm cells that are moving in a forward direction. This estimate is called “motility.” In addition, the sperm cells will be individually examined for proper shape or “morphology.” Less than 30 percent of the cells should be found to have an abnormal shape. Any bull meeting all minimum standards for the physical exam, scrotal size and semen quality will be classed as a “satisfactory” potential breeder. Bulls that fail any minimum standard will be given a rating of “classification deferred.” Many producers work hard to manage their cows for high fertility. They may assume that the bulls will do their expected duties. However, it’s important to pay close attention to bulls to establish ■ successful breeding.

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Be a good steward of ground water and wells “When the well runs dry, we know the worth of water.”

— Benjamin Franklin

or those who have experienced dry wells, Ben Franklin’s adage rings true. However, good stewardship practices can help well owners avoid dry wells and other potential problems.

It’s important to be good water stewards throughout the year, but education for landowners about how to do that is a must. With this in mind, the National Ground Water Association has scheduled National Ground Water Awareness Week for March 8-14, to help remind well owners about how they can ensure clean, safe water. Four basic steps, if followed faithfully, can provide a high degree of confidence in your drinking water: The first is proper well construction. Your water well should be located away from any known or potential contamination source such as septic system leach fields. Also, wells should comply with construction codes to minimize the potential for contamination. Second, get a yearly well inspection from a qualified water well system contractor. Poor maintenance — things like a broken well cap or well casing, or a dirty well — can lead to contamination within the well. Preventive maintenance not only heads off problems, it is less costly in the long run. Third, test annually for bacteria, nitrates, and anything of local concern. Test your water immediately if there is any change in the water’s taste, odor or color. Also, the water should be tested more fre-

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quently if there is structural damage to the well or a potential new contamination source. Other reasons to test more frequently are if a family member or houseguest experiences recurrent incidences of gastrointestinal illness, or if a pregnant woman or infant lives in the home. Also, don’t forget to monitor the performance of home water treatment equipment. To determine what might be of local concern, ask a qualified local water well system contractor or water treatment service provider, a certified water testing laboratory, or local health or environmental health officials. Should any contaminants remain after proper maintenance, it does not mean you cannot use your ground water. Talk to a qualified water well system contractor about water treatment devices to address specific water quality issues. The profes-

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sional can advise you on how to proceed. Finally, but no less important when it comes to water cleanliness, is keeping animal waste such as manure or pet droppings away from the well head. Also, septic

It’s important to be good water stewards throughout the year, but education for landowners about how to do that is a must. systems should be properly maintained to prevent system failures that can pollute ground water. Using storing and disposing of hazardous household substances properly is also critical. These include petroleum products, paints and paint thinners, and yard care and cleaning products. Don’t dump them on the ground, pour them down the drain or flush them down the toilet. Instead, contact local waste authorities about proper disposal. Remember, National Ground Water Awareness Week is March 8-14. Learn ■ more at www.ngwa.org.

Alternative fuels may drain dwindling water supplies s the search for new fuels intensifies, researchers in Texas report that switching to certain alternative transportation fuels would require much more water than conventional petroleumbased gasoline and diesel vehicles. Researchers analyzed the intensity of water use for selected fuels: petroleum, natural gas, unconventional fossil fuels, hydrogen, electricity and two biofuels — ethanol from corn and biodiesel from soy. They found that vehicles running on electricity and hydrogen produced with electricity require withdrawals (used and returned directly to its source) of up to 20 times more water and consume (not directly returned to its source) more than five times more water than those using petroleum-based gasoline. Moreover, for light duty vehicles (LDV): ■ The lowest water consumption (less than 0.15 gal gallons of water per mile) and withdrawal (less than 1 gallon of water per mile) rates are for LDVs using conventional petroleum-based gasoline and diesel, nonirrigated biofuels, hydrogen derived from methane or electrolysis via nonthermal renewable electricity and

electricity derived from nonthermal renewable sources. ■ LDVs running on electricity and hydrogen derived from the U.S. power grid withdraw 5-20 times as much and consume nearly 2-5 times more water than using petroleum gasoline. ■ The water intensities of LDVs operating on biofuels derived from crops irrigated in the United States at average rates is 28 and 36 gal H2O/mile for corn ethanol (E85) for consumption and withdrawal, respectively; for soy-derived biodiesel the average consumption and withdrawal rates are 8 and 10. ■ Thus, while petroleum-based fuels have had a small impact on U.S. water reserves, alternative fuels could put a much larger dent in the water supply. But not all fuels are created the same — hydrogen and electricity can also be derived from renewable energy sources that use no water. Source: Editorial, “Alternative Fuels May Drain Dwindling Water Supplies,” ScienceDaily.com, October 21, 2008; based upon: Carey W. King and Michael E. Webber, “Water Intensity of Transportation,” Environmental Science & Technology, Oct. 15, 2008.

Global warming freeze? resident Barack Obama recently declared his intention to mitigate global warming by enacting a cap-and-trade policy that would reduce carbon emissions 80 percent by the year 2050. But the last two years of global cooling have nearly erased 30 years of temperature increase. To the extent that global warming ever existed, it is now officially over, says David Deming, a geophysicist and adjunct scholar with the National Center for Policy Analysis. In fact, there is worldwide evidence of the end of global warming, says Deming: ■ By the end of January 2008, blizzards and cold temperatures in China killed 60 people, caused millions to lose electric service, damaged nearly a million buildings, airports had to close and Hong Kong had the second-longest cold spell since 1885. ■ In February, cold in the northern half of Vietnam wiped out 40 percent of the rice crop and killed 33,000 head of livestock, and the city of Mumbai, India recorded the lowest temperatures of the last 40 years. ■ In the United States, the city of International Falls, Minn., set a new record low temperature of minus 40 degrees Fahrenheit, breaking the old record of minus 37 (1967); in Reading, Pa., the temperature stayed below 40 degrees for 6 consecutive days and for the first time since the 18th century, Alaskan glaciers grew. These cold weather events are not abnormal or isolated incidents; global measures of climatic conditions indicate significant cooling. Moreover, NASA reports that oceans have been cooling for the last five years, sea level has stopped rising and Northern Hemisphere cyclone and hurricane activity is at a 24-year low. But even though global warming is over, politicians are still trying to enact solutions to a non-existent problem. Instead, we must recognize that weather and climate change are natural processes beyond human control. To argue otherwise is to deny the factual evidence, says Deming.

Source: David Deming, “Global warming freeze?” Washington Times, Dec. 10, 2008.

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A A Lazy 6 Angus Ranch . . . . . . . . . . 77, 90 Ag & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Ag New Mexico FCS, ACA . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Ag Services, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Alamogordo Pig & Lamb Sale . . . . . . . . 71 American Angus Assoc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 American Brahman Breeders Assn. . . . . 78 American Gelbvieh Assoc . . . . . . . . . 69, 79 Arizona Ranch Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Ash Creek Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Ash Marketing Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 B B&H Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103 Ken Babcock Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Bar G Feedyard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Bar J Bar Hereford Ranch . . . . . . . .78, 105 Bar M Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Bar T Bar Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Bar W Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Tommy Barnes Auctioneer . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Beefmaster Breeders United . . . . . . . . . 39 Beefmasters West Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Big Sky Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 BJM Sales & Service, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Black Angus “Ready For Work” Bull Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Blevins Mfg Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Border Tank Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Bottari Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Bow K Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Bradley 3 Ranch, LTD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Brand/Linda Hyatt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Brennand Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79, 98 Burns Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 C C Bar Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Camilletti & Sons, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Candy Ray’s Black Angus . . . . . . . . . . 102 Canyon Blanco Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Cargill Animal Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . 32, 82 Casey Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cattle Guards/Priddy Construction . . . . . 82 Cattleman’s Weekend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Bill Cavaliere/Farm-Horse Ranch For Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Caviness Packing Co., Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Century 21/Barry Lucas . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Champion Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Cimarron English Shepherds . . . . . . . . . 64 CJ Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Clovis Livestock Market . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 COBA Select Sires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Coldwell Banker/Betty Houston . . . . . . . 95 Coldwell Banker/A.C. Taylor . . . . . . . . . 65 Coldwell Banker/Paul Taylor . . . . . . . . . 97 Chip Cole . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Conniff Limousin & Shorthorns . . . . . . . 79 Cooper Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . 41, 80 Cornerstone Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 R. L. Cox Fur & Hide Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Cox Ranch Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 CPE Feeds Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Crouch Mesa Trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 Crystalyx . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Curt George Curtis, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

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D D&S Polled Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 D2 Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 David Dean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 DeBruycker Charolais . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Decker Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Déjà vu Impressions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Dan Delaney Real Estate . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Denetclaw Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Desert Scales & Weighing Equipment . . 81 Diesel Motive & Fuel Injection, Inc. . . . . 83 Dos Amigos Corrientes . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Double S Bar Longhorns . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

King Hereford Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106 Kiowa Land & Sales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Krazy K Longhorns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87

Pratt Farms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Premium Beef Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Profit Maker Bulls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

L L&H Mfg. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 La Gloria Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Laflin Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Lasater Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . 40, 79 Lazy D Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Lee Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 LG Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 LG Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

E Elbrock Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Elgin Breeding Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Esch Cattle Co . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Estrays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Evans Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Exit Clovis Realty/Coletta Ray . . . . . . . . 93

M Manford Cattle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Manzano Angus Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Master Trading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Mathers Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 McCall Land & Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . 59, 80 McGinley Red Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 79 Mead Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Merrick’s Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Mesa Feed Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Mesa Tractor, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34, 81 Chas. S. Middleton & Son . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Mill Creek/Pied Piper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Miller Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Milligan Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Moellers Cross M Texas Longhorns . . . . . 88 Montana del Oso Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Montoya Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Mountain View Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Mur-Tex Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Mushrush Red Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108

R Rampley Beefmasters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Ranch Magazine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Red Doc Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 D.J. Reveal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Reynolds Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Robertson Livestock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Roswell Brangus Bull & Female Sale . . . . 2 Roswell Livestock Auction Co. . . . . . . . . 14 Running Arrow Farm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Runyan Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

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S S.W. Brangus Co-op . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Safety Highway Products . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Salazar Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Santa Gertrudis Breeders International . . 79 Scott Land Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Seed Stock Plus Bull Sale . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Marvin F. Shurley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Singleton Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 Skaarer Brangus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 Smith Land & Cattle Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Southern Plains Land Co. . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Stockmen’s Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Stromei Realty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Joe Stubblefield & Assoc. . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 T Texas Longhorn Breeders Assoc. of America . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Texas Longhorn Breeders of N.M. . . . . . 85 Texoma Beefmaster Bull Sale . . . . . . . . 37 The Ranches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Three Mile Hill Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . 44, 81 U USA Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 V Virden Perma Bilt Co. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Vitalix Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83 W W.I.N. Realty, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Weaver Ranch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Wedel Red Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Wehrmann Angus/Donnell Cattle Co. . . . 11 Weichert Realtors/The 505 Group . . . . . 98 West Star Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 78 West Texas Brangus Breeders Assoc. . . . 27 Westlake Cattle Growers, LLC . . . . . . . . 35 White Herefords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107 Widner Angus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Wild West Properties, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Willcox Livestock Auction . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Williams Windmill, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . 34, 80 WW - Paul Scales . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Y R.L. York Custom Leather . . . . . . . . . . . 82

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lexander Majors “One morning, he [Majors] (1814-1900) was rode around what he supBy DON BULLIS something of a posed to be his entire herd Don can be reached at taskmaster as a trader of cattle or ‘bulls,’ but in don.bullis@att.net. His website over the Santa Fe Trail in rounding them up he disis www.DonBullis.biz. His newest book, the years following the covered that a number of New Mexico: A Biographical Mexican War (1846them were missing. He Dictionary, is available from 1848). Every man who then made a large circle, leading bookstores, or directly worked for him was leaving the ones he had rom the publisher, Rio Grande Books, at info@nmsantos.com obliged to take the followherded together. He had ing oath: “While I am in not traveled far when he the employ of Alexander struck the trail of the missMajors, I agree not to use profane lan- ing oxen, which was very plain. He rode guage, not to get drunk, not to treat ani- his horse at a gallop, following for about a mals cruelly, and not to do anything else mile when he discovered the tracks of that is incompatible with the character of Indian ponies. He was unarmed, having a gentleman. And I agree if I violate any of left his wagons not expecting to go far and the above conditions to accept my dis- not having reached the territory where it charge without any pay for my services.” was likely he would meet with hostile Majors said that he never had occasion in Indians. invoke the last rule. Thinking that the tracks were of Each of his men was able to hitch up friendly ones that had driven his oxen six pairs of oxen in 16 minutes. away for the purpose of claiming a fee for The man then drove the team, under finding and bringing them back, he took a the supervision of a captain or lieutenant. course ahead of the trail, expecting to Small groups of the teamsters prepared overtake them at any moment. Passing their own meals as no cook was included through a skirt of Timber that divided one in the caravan’s complement. Each man section of the open prairie from the other, as also expected to stand guard for at least he overtook thirty-four head of his oxen two hours out of each 24. Pay was one dol- resting from their travel. About sixty lar per day, plus all expenses while on the yards to the east of the cattle were six trail. painted Indian warriors, who had disMajors’ first trip over the Santa Fe mounted, each one leaning against his Trail began on August 10, 1848 when he horse, his right hand upon the saddle, his set out from Independence, Missouri, gun in the left. Majors came upon the with six wagons and teams. He is said to Indians very suddenly, the timber prehave made the 1,600 mile round trip in 92 venting the Indians from seeing him until days, and to have returned to Indepen- he was within a very few rods.1 Throwing dence with the same oxen he started with. up his hand, Majors went in a gallop That was moving along at a good clip; around his oxen, giving some hideous nearly 17.5 miles per day, based on a yells all the while ‘speaking’ to the cattle seven-day week. Since Majors didn’t allow and telling them they could go back to the work or travel on Sundays, the average wagons. The cattle heeded him and was probably closer to 20 miles per day. started. Put off their guard by Majors’ Many caravans managed only 12 to 15 apparent fearlessness, and believing that miles in a day’s travel across the plains. he had an armed party immediately in his “Majors never had serious trouble with rear, the noble red man quickly mounted Indians, though they did annoy him at his fleet-footed pony and fled.” times,” writes Santa Fe Trail historian R. It was later on this trip that Majors L. Duffus. One such annoyance occurred came upon the battlefield near Wagon in 1850, and the tale is worth recounting, Mound where a mail coach with ten men as told by Ralph Emerson Twitchell. aboard, had been wiped out to a man by a

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combined force of Apaches and Utes. When the Majors party arrived, they found “the bones and skeletons of some of the horses that drew it [the coach], as well as the bones of the party of men.” This was obviously before a detachment of soldiers was dispatched from Santa Fe to bury the bodies. After five or six years on the Trail, Alexander Majors joined two other freighters, William H. Russell and William B. Waddell, and formed the company of Russell, Majors and Waddell. This was the company that launched the famed Pony Express in April 1860 (which only lasted until October 1861). With the coming of the telegraph, and later the railroad, Majors faded from the scene, but he was not forgotten. Some consider him “The Father of Western Freighting.” His former home in Kansas City is on the National Register of Historical Places.

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An Alternative to Wilderness Designations PERMANENT WITHDRAWAL OF WILDERNESS STUDY AREAS (WSAS) FROM SALE OR EXCHANGE, MINING AND MINERAL LEASING A land preservation proposal adaptable across New Mexico and the Western States by TOM COOPER, Chairman and JODI DENNING, Communications Director People For Preserving Our Western Heritage n February, 2007, prior to reaching a meaningful conclusion, the “Stakeholder” meetings for “Regional Land Management-A Community Response” were abruptly cancelled. Soon thereafter, New Mexico Wilderness Alliance (NMWA) wrote a letter which was signed by two Doña Ana County Commissioners and sent to NM’s Congressional Delegation proclaiming consensus for wilderness areas totaling nearly 500 square miles and 150 square miles in National Conservation Areas (NCAs)! The Las Cruces City Council chose not to sign a similar letter. In view of this preposterous claim, which NMWA continues to make, it is time to look at the facts.

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Eight “stakeholder groups” of two individuals participated in meetings coordinated by a City staff person on behalf of the City and County. The announced intention was to reach consensus regarding designation of wilderness and NCAs in the County’s federal lands. The entire process was limited to discussing the “Citizens’ Proposal for Wilderness and NCAs” put forward by NMWA and its Doña Ana Wilderness Coalition (DAWC). In the final

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meeting, the Coordinator stated that it had become obvious no consensus would be reached. The eight groups thereafter submit1 ted Position Papers for the Summary Report, casting votes regarding designations for the 10 1 proposed wilderness areas and 1 two proposed NCAs, and making 3 recommendations concerning the disposal process for 60,000 acres of other lands which had been designated by BLM in 1993 as available for disposal. The 80 votes cast regarding the 10 proposed wilderness areas were as follows: 1) Areas near Mexican border — wilderness with restricted access would create difficulties for law enforcement, Border Patrol, Homeland Security. 2) Interior Dept. recommended release of WSA status, and return to multiple-use management. 3) BLM concluded area not suitable for further study; not designated Wilderness Study Area (WSA).

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4) The ranchers, the only group with investments, livelihoods and heritage at stake, was allowed one vote, the same as each of the other groups having only ideological concerns. Of the 47 votes for wilderness and NCAs, 30 came from three groups: the conservationists, non-mechanized recreationists, and sportsmen. The five other groups, the ranchers, the community action and neighborhood associations, developers and homebuilders, mechanized recreationists, and business, economic development and realtors groups cast 17 votes for Wilderness and 33 votes for Permanent Withdrawal. Some groups which cast votes for Wilderness and NCAs have since stated those votes would change if taken currently. Also, four of the votes counted for Wilderness were indicated to be contingent on protection of ranchers’ ability to maintain existing roads and improvements; otherwise the votes were for Permanent Withdrawal. The Proposal Of People For Preserving Our Western Heritage (PFPOWH)

In the months following cancellation of the “Regional Land Management: A Community Response” process, PFPOWH completed the Doña Ana County Planned Growth, Open Space, and Rangeland Preservation Areas proposal. The proposal would create four Rangeland Preservation Areas (RPAs), to include the eight Wilderness Study Areas (WSAs), and create two Special Preservation Areas (SPAs), the Doña Ana Mountains and Picacho Peak areas. A bill based on the proposal was introduced in the House of Representatives by Congressman Steve Pearce in June, 2008. The PFPOWH proposal has similarities to New Mexico’s 2003 Valle Vidal legislation, as it is based on permanent with-

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drawal from sale or exchange and from mining or mineral leasing, with permanent preservation as open space, like wilderness. Off-road vehicular access for recreational purposes would be prohibited, as in wilderness. Unlike wilderness, existing access for ranching and recreational uses would be preserved, and the proposed legislation would allow unrestricted access for law enforcement, Border Patrol, and Homeland Security activities, as well as access for flood control and water impoundment projects and monitoring. The PFPOWH proposal is referred to by some in media as “a plan supported by ranchers and off-highway vehicle enthusiasts.” In fact, the proposal has very broad support, as reflected in the numbers of businesses and organizations supporting the proposals: In addition, a majority of the board of directors and ten past presidents of a major Las Cruces organization which NMWA has claimed as a supporter have become members of the PFPOWH coalition. Our community has clearly demonstrated a preference for land preservation legislation which recognizes historic uses and the existence of roads and other improvements, and which is less restric-

tive than wilderness For For Permanent and NCAs. We trust Wilderness Withdrawal – that our members of Coalition and NCAs with RPAs & SPAs Congress will recogDoña Ana Wilderness Coalition (NMWA/DAWC) 208 nize that preference Coalition for Doña Ana County Planned Growth, 780 in proposing legislaOpen Space, and Rangeland Preservation Areas proposal (PFPOWH) tion. PFPOWH appreciates the support for its proposal, and welcomes new members and more, visit our website www.peopleto the Coalition. For additional informa- forwesternheritage.com . Email questions ■ tion on the issues, our Coalition listing, or comments: pfpowh@gmail.com

Richardson appoints Salazar to State Game Commission overnor Bill Richardson recently appointted Kent Salazar to the New Mexico State Game Commission. Salazar is the National Wildlife Federation’s Regional Director. He also runs an environmental consulting business in Albuquerque. Previously, Salazar worked for the City of Albuquerque’s Environmental Health Department for twenty years and he has also worked as an environmental planner and coordinator for the Land of Enchantment Clean Cities Pro-

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ere it is February, and two things always remind about February; Calving and Valentine’s Day. February was always our heavy calving month in Montana. It was snowy and cold but not soggy and wet which could lead to a good outbreak of scours. Calving season was in the winter because we moved the cow/calf pairs to the mountain range in the summer. However, you are never too old to learn, and change can be good. I read a very interesting article in BEEF Magazine last year that explained how calving in May and June can significantly reduce your supplementation costs. Dr. Manny Encinias explained how the forage quality during late spring and summer along with supplementation match closely to the cow’s crude protein requirements while saving the rancher some much needed dollars. We can also prevent sickness and death in young calves due to weather extremes in February by moving our calving season to May or June. Secondly, in this article I would like to focus on what I consider the CowBelles’ Sweethearts. These young adults are our Beef Ambassadors. The National Beef Ambassador Program began 21 years ago in 1988. The program has grown from just a contest to a method of educating consumers of all ages, from young students to influential consumers. The program has proven results. In 2008 State and National Beef Ambassadors reached more than 115,000 consumers in 26 different states and made over 20 million positive beef industry media impressions through television, radio, print, and the internet. The National Beef Ambassador Program not only uses our brightest future leaders to educate consumers, but also trains these youth to be leaders for our industry in the face of consumer relation crises regarding safety, health, nutrition, the environment and animal stewardship. Beef Ambassadors not only stay in the industry but remain life-long allies to the beef industry. Amanda Nolz, the 2003 Beef Ambassador is in a new position as editor of BEEF Daily to 100,000 readers of BEEF Magazine. Anna Groseta, 2005 National Beef Ambassador is currently working for the beef industry through the Arizona Beef

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Council. New Mexico’s own Leticia Varelas, 2008 National Beef Ambassador team member, is currently completing her studies at New Mexico State University, and has a blog site — www.raisingthesteaks.com Just weeks before the National Beef Ambassador Contest in Oklahoma City, news came that the Operating Committee of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board had made the decision to cut all funding for the Beef Ambassador Program! This was a great shock and heart breaking, but the National Contest went forward with four young women and one young man being chosen as the 2009 National Beef Ambassadors. Many states rallied around this program, by writing letters, having meetings, and raising funds to keep this program going. We in New Mexico have raised money to help out and would encourage anyone interested to contribute to this great program. The National team at this point is able to attend the Cattle Industry Convention in Phoenix. The New Mexico CowBelles and the American National CattleWomen are determined to keep the ambassadors traveling on behalf of the Nation’s cattlemen. The job of each Beef Ambassador is to help explain the value of

beef products to consumers. There are many people that do not fully understand all that the beef industry has to offer in terms of nutritional value, as well as the many ways that producers are helping to preserve the environment. The Beef Ambassador program is truly an amazing marketing tool for the industry, which is why it is so vital for producers to support this program. This youth program is certainly a unique opportunity for cattlemen to invest their dollars to put money back in their own operations. The New Mexico CowBelles will have the New Mexico Beef Ambassador contest at the mid-year meeting, June 21-24. Any youth 17-20 years of age may apply. Applications are due June 1, 2009 to the chair: Shelly Porter, HC 61, Box 24, Miami, N.M. 87729, 575/483-2864. I know there are many talented youth within our state that would be excellent Beef Ambassadors. If you have a son, daughter, grandson, granddaughter, niece, nephew, or friend that you think would be a good contestant please encourage them to apply. The New Mexico CowBelles would like to congratulate G.X. McSherry for receiving the Beef Backer Award. Mr. McSherry also won the CowBelles’ Man of the Year Award in 2008. He is a very deserving cattleman for all he does for the cattle industry. Also congratulations to the Roadruncontinued on page 73

achel Ricklefs New Mexico CowBelle of the Year for 2008, is a member of the Silver Spur CowBelles in Colfax County. During her 19 years as a CowBelle, she has worked tirelessly promoting the beef industry and the CowBelles. was State President in 2005, having held all CowBelle of the Year stateShe officer positions previous to that. Rachel has been District Representative and Wrangler editor and is currently state parliamentarian and chaplain. Besides her many state positions, she works regularly at the State Fair Beef Council Booth and with her knowledge of young people has reinforced the value of the Beef Ambassador contest and the need for young spokespersons. Rachel is President of Silver Spur CowBelles and a dedicated, active member of her community with a strong commitment to the Boy Scouts of America, the Kiwanis, Cimarron Mule Days, Colfax County Fair, and the Health Fair. Many county and community activities are helped by her contributions and presence. A mother and grandmother, Rachel has been married to Bob Ricklefs for 28 years. They both work at the Philmont Scout Ranch where Bob is ranch manager. Rachel has served with distinction and dedication and is a real asset to the NMCB organization.

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ner Cowbelles for receiving the Membership Award, and the Chuckwagon CowBelles for receiving the Volunteer Time Award. Dates to remember are:

March 9, 2009 . . . . District II workshop, Clayton, N.M. March 10, 2009 . . . Distict IV workshop, Alamagordo, N.M. March 11, 2009 . . . District III workshop, Lordsburg, N.M. March 12, 2009 . . . District I workshop, Santa Fe, N.M. March 15, 2009 . . . Man of the Year nominations due to the Chair, Barbara Wagner March 19, 2009 . . . Roundhouse Feed April 15, 2009 . . . . Pat Nowlin Scholarship applications due to the Chair, Anne Ferguson This month’s recipe is from Dina Reitzel, the Director of the New Mexico Beef Council. I chose Dina as she is a real Sweetheart, and the Beef Council is a diligent supporter of the Beef Ambassador program. Dina stated that her recipe came from the brochure “Thirty Meals in Thirty Minutes.” This is one of her favorite beef recipes as “it has an interesting and delicious blend of flavors and it looks very appetizing with the beef and the three peppers.” Three Pepper Beef Kabob

5 lbs. Sirloin steak, boneless — cut 1-inch thick 10 Tbsp vegetable oil 5 Tbsp lemon juice; fresh 5 Tbsp water 10 Tbsp Dijon mustard 5 tsp honey 2-1/2 tsp oregano; dried 1-1/4 tsp pepper 5 med. Bell Peppers; red, green, yellow or orange, cut in 1-inch pieces 40 large mushrooms; fresh Cut steak into one inch pieces, in a large bowl, whisk together oil, lemon juice, water, mustard, honey, oregano and pepper. Add the beef, bell peppers and mushrooms, stirring to coat. Alternately thread pieces of beef, bell pepper, and mushrooms on each skewer. Place kabob over medium coals. Grill 8 to 11 minutes.

ith 15 members present, the Lariat CowBelles met on Wednesday, January 14, at the Eklund Hotel. This year’s officers are president, Owaissa Heimann; vice-president, Suzanne Bennefield; secretary, Sharon King; treasurer, Kathryn Malcolm-Callis; recorder and historian, Marianne Rose; parliamentarian, Owida Franz. Kaye Stanley was recognized at the state annual meeting for submitting all of the Lariat CowBelle meeting minutes for 2008 on time. The 2009 Yearbook will be ready for distribution to members at the next monthly meeting. A report was given

on the New Mexico CowBelle Officer Installation. Elaine Aschbacher, representing Lariat CowBelles, made a “Basket of Tools to Meet the Challenges” that was given to each of the officers. The new New Mexico CowBelle website is located at www.newmexicocowbelles.com. Planning was discussed for the New Mexico CowBelles District Workshop that will be held in Clayton, N.M., on Monday, March 9. Lariat CowBelles will hostess this workshop. Man of the Year nominations are due by March 15. Lariats continued on page 74

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voted on their nominee. The February meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 11, at the Rabbit Ear Restaurant. A Colorado cattlewoman, Kimmi Lewis, will give a presentation on legislative issues. Submitted by Marianne Rose, Reporter The Chuckwagon CowBelles met at the Bernardo Waterfowl Complex on January 13, 2009 with 13 members and two guests present. The morning began with David Wilson, manager of the complex, giving an intriguing question and answer program. As he spoke, members of the group were fascinated by the sight and sounds of sandhill cranes, Canada geese and snow geese that flew overhead. The complex was started to help local farmers keep depredation of crops down. The staff controls the number of birds that visit their fields and ponds by calculating the exact poundage of grain each row of corn produces and only cutting down the amount of feed to satisfy 32,000 birds. The complex is also home to mule deer, bobcats, mountain lions and even 22 cow elk! Toni called the meeting to order at 1:30 pm. Toni Barrow announced that Chuckwagon received the NMCB award for Volunteers of the Year, 2008. Lyn Greene distributed new pages for our books

for 2009. What an excellent job she always does! Thank you Lyn! There was a nice article in the Santa Gertrudis magazine about the Beef Ambassador contest. Discussion of group’s nominee for Man-of-the-Year for 2009 was held. There was discussion about the annual meeting in Albuquerque in December. The next meeting will be Tuesday, February 10 at the Shaffer Hotel in Mountainair with NRA certified firearms instructor, Donn Gallahue giving the presentation. Submitted by Babbi Baker Otero Cowbelles met on January 8, 2009 with 13 Members and one Guest present. President Pat Jones, Misti Orr Secretary, and Barbara Wagner 1st Vice President were the officers present. Committee Reports were addressed with the yearbook almost done by Debi Rupe; the Fundraiser total from the Beef Raffle was $1,100 reported from Barbara Wagner, the Winners were Steve Sandy and Tami Foor from Tularosa. Old Business: The White Elephant Christmas party was a BLAST! New Business: the District Workshop — Otero is to host March 10, 2009. It will be at the Golf Course 19th Hole Restaurant. A committee was appointed for this. It was decided to help Jr. Boosters put an ad in the program for the upcoming High School Rodeo. This year’s Beef Raffle Fundraiser will come from

Southwest Heritage Beef. Announcements ANCW National Convention in Phoenix, Ariz. January 26-31, 2009 was brought up with two members planning on going. February 5, 2009 is the next Meeting at Margo’s Mexican Restaurant at 10:30 a.m. and February 19, 2009 with Ag Fest in Santa Fe (at La Fonda). Submitted by Misti Orr The Frisco Cowbelles held their annual Christmas Party on December 13, at the Glenwood Community Center and was catered by Lori Faust, owner of the Alma Grill and a Cowbelle member. A wonderful dinner followed by choosing a gift or stealing a previous open gift was the highlight of the evening. The “voice,” AKA Cathy Murphy emceed the evening, introducing the new President of the Frisco Cowbelles, Sue Jones. Sue and her husband Bill have ranched and worked on ranches most of their lives in Arizona and now here in New Mexico. Vice President is Margie Mckeen; Secretary is Jeannie Johnson; Treasurer Frankie Webb; Historian Donnah Mckeen, and Reporter Sam Dutton. Our next meeting is scheduled for January 19 at the community center in Glenwood beginning at 6:30 p.m. At this meeting our new officers will be installed and dates set for all activicontinued on page 75

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Treasurer, Sandy McKenna. Sarabel Key volunteered to be program chair. Members voted to furnish two $20 dollar beef certificates to Winterfest and will be serving tidbits and giving out literature. Dorothy Vaughan, Secretary The Silver Spur CowBelles Meeting and Christmas party was held on Dec. 16, 2008 at the Double C Restaurant in Cimarron. There were nine members and two guests present with President Rachel Ricklefs presiding. The Bazaar and Rummage sale was successful. With the success of the Bazaar it was voted on and passed that $300 be given to the Beef Ambassador Program. Also voted on and passed that $50 be donated to each of the three programs, Colfax General Long Term Care, Springer, N.M. Salvation Army, and the Boys and Girls Ranch as a memorial to Alice King. There were other items presented for discussion. Our own Rachel Ricklefs was presented with an award for CowBelle of the year 2008 at the Joint Stockmen’s Convention. Haley Porter was presented with a Purina Mills Scholarship award through the Joint Stockmen’s convention. A motion was made to re-elect the same officers by acclamation. They are: president, Rachel Ricklefs; first vice-president, Shelly Porter; secretary, Zelda Wiggins-Lloyd; treasurer, Sherrill Lopez; historian Catherine Rice, and parliamentarian, Rita Beard. Silver Spur CowBelles are encouraged to let their concerns be heard at the New Mexico Legislative Session in Santa

Fe from January 20 to March 21, 2009, as individuals not as a CowBelle member. Next monthly meeting will be held Thursday Jan. 22, 2009 at the Brown Hotel and Restaurant in Springer. Submitted by Zelda Wiggins-Lloyd The Corriente CowBelles meeting was held on Oct. 9, 2008 at K-Bob’s in Ruidoso. This was the Joint Meeting of Corriente, Canyon, and Crown CowBelles. There were 10 members present and Veda Stephenson from Canyon present for the Joint Meeting with President Ruth Wold presiding. Guest speaker was Julie Carter who had great stories to tell and is a delight to listen to, and has a new book out. Jane and Ruth attended the State Fair and worked at the New Mexico Beef Council’s Booth. 2009 officers Ruth Wold, President; Velma Ward, Vice President; Jane Nevarez, Secretary, and Willa Stone, Treasurer; Willa reported that she has been talking to ranches in Lincoln County to get updated information for the brand board. Willa needs information on any deceased ranches and current ranches. There will be a charge of $50 for present ranch information to be put on the brand board. She also needs Cowbelles brands. Submitted by Jane Nevarez, Secretary New Mexico CowBelles — thank you to all who have submitted their news to “Jingle Jangle.” Please send minutes and/or newsletters to: Jingle Jangle, Janet Witte, 1860 Foxboro Ct., Las Cruces, NM 88007, ■ or email: janetwitte@msn.com

Top 10 Reasons Not to Mess with a Ranch Woman 1. Violence does not scare us. 2. We ride 1,500 pound horses and stare down an alley full of mad, snot slinging cows that weigh over 800 pounds. 3. We’ve held down cattle that outweigh you by four times. Don’t try to intimidate us. Most of our husbands stand a head and shoulders taller than us and out-weigh us by 100 pounds and we aren’t scared of them. Why should we be frightened by someone who can’t keep their pants up? 4. Every time we work cows, our husbands threaten us if we don’t get out of the gate. They threaten us if we don’t stay in the gate. We are pretty much not impressed by threats. Plus if you get much closer, we may give you some threats of our own to consider and be able to back it up. 5. Don’t wave that knife at me boy. I castrate. When we brand, we throw the mountain oysters on the fire and eat them dirt and all. You probably don’t want to go there! 6. Don’t threaten to steal my pickup. I work for a living so I have insurance. The chances of you being able to drive a standard are next to none and there is no spare. I’ve walked from the back side of the ranch. I can walk from here. 7. You want my purse? Take it. It has little money in it because as I mentioned I work for a living. You will find various receipts for feed and vet supplies, some dried up gum and the notice for

my next teeth cleaning. The only drugs you will find in there is something that is either aspirin or a calf scour pill but it’s been in there so long I’ve forgotten which one is which. 8. Don’t threaten to hurt me. I may look old and fragile to you, but I can ride horseback for 12 hours with nothing to eat or drink. I have been kicked, bucked off, run over and mucked out. I’ve had worse things happen to me in the pens than you have experienced in the little gang wars you’ve been through, and still cooked supper for a crew. 9. You may whip me son but you’ll be a tired and sore SOB in the morning and yes I will remember your face because I am used to knowing which calf belongs to which cow. I’ll also remember which direction you went and what you were wearing because I have tracked many a cow with less information than you’ve given me. 10. You are not going to scare me with that little ‘Saturday Night Special’ when I have a .38 in my boot. Don’t think I won’t shoot you! I’ve shot several coyotes and numerous rattle snakes. I put down my horse when he broke his leg and shot my pet dog when he killed a calf. Don’t think I won’t consider you a rabid dog and go on my way.■ Please submit your upcoming events to us at: Calendar, P.O. Box 7127, Albuquerque, NM 87194 or email: chuck@aaalivestock.com. FEBRUARY 2009

FEBRUARY 7 – Messner Herefords Annual Production Sale, Laverne, OK 8-13 – Society for Range Management 2009 Annual Meeting, Albuquerque Convention Center, Albuquerque, NM 14 – Bradley 3 Ranch LTD — 200 Angus Bulls Sell, Memphis, TX 15 – Ad copy deadline for March issue New Mexico Stockman 16 – Weaver Ranch Annual Angus Production Sale, Fort Collins, CO 23 – Oklahoma Panhandle State University PT Bull Sale Goodwell, OK 24-25 – New Mexico Ag Expo, Portales, NM 27 – 18th Annual Pot of Gold Bull Sale – Angus, Gelbvieh, Reds, Blacks, Balancers, Olathe, CO 28 – Spitzer Ranch Brangus Bull Sale, Vinita, OK

MARCH 1 – Bar W Ranch, Inc 12th Annual Private Treaty Bull Sale – Gelbvieh, Red Angus, Black Angus, Carrizozo, NM 1 – Meyer Angus Bull Sale, Greeley, CO 3 – Wedel Red Angus Annual Production Sale, Leoti, KS

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(Left) Texas Longhorn at Ronna Bryant’s ranch at High Rolls, N.M.: “They are good mamas. When calves are born, they go off and hide those babies, then bring them back in when they are ready.”

(Above) More than a pretty face: “Longhorn beef is a health food and we need to market it that way. The meat has one-third less fat, cholesterol and calories than chicken and half the fat of regular beef. The only comparable meat is elk.”

TEXAS LONGHORNS Versatile Cattle in a Diverse Market by CALLIE GNATKOWSKI-GIBSON

hen most people think about Texas Longhorn cattle, they think of cattle drives, campfires and the “Old West.” While the breed’s history remains a big part of its appeal, Longhorns breeders today are a diverse bunch, focusing on very different aspects of the breed to ensure that its popularity remains strong long into the future.

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“Rodeos and ropers need cattle, and a lot of them,” said T.M. Smith. “They need cattle for practice pens and rodeo stock, for steer roping, team roping and bulldogging, and Longhorns are perfect for that. It is another good market for our cattle.” T.M. and his wife, Jean, raise Texas Longhorn cattle at the Bar S Ranch in Boyd, Texas, about 30 miles northwest of Fort Worth. Inducted into the Texas Rodeo Hall of Fame in 2004, T.M. knows first-hand what rodeo cowboys need from their cattle. 84

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“Through the years, there’s no telling how many cattle I have shipped,” he said. “At one time, most other parts of the country didn’t have many Longhorns. We would load a double-deck truck and ship cattle to ropers and rodeos all over the country.” The rodeo market gives Longhorn producers another option, and helps them get a better value for their product, T.M. explained. “Not all cows are good enough to produce champion show calves, but all Longhorns will work as roping cattle. A lot of the time, producers keep their heifer calves as replacements, but since they

don’t need as many bulls, end up selling their steer calves at the sale barn which doesn’t get them the best price.” Some maintenance is required to get the most out of the cattle. “Their horns start growing when they are very young, and by the time they are 10 to 12 months old, they are ready to rope,” he noted. “For the safety of the people and the horses, you have to tip the horns — cut off two to three inches — every two to three months. A good roper, one who doesn’t just run them into the ground, can use an animal for a year or so.” Not all ropers can keep cattle that long, though. “In many practice pens, people will use the cattle so often that they wear the cattle out,” T.M. said. “They get smart, and after a while won’t run like you’d like them to, so those people go through cattle more often. Cattle are kind of like kids, if you let one set his own pace, he’ll work all

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day long, but if you set unreasonable expectations, he will just quit.” Longhorn heifers are also good for training cutting horses, he noted. “They have more play, more life than other breeds of cattle.” T.M. has been chairman of the Texas Longhorn Breeders’ Association’s (TLBA) recreational cattle committee for the past 18 years. “People are looking for different things when they get into the Longhorn business, and we try to help. Some want roping cattle, some want to break them to ride, and a lot of people have five or ten acres of land and just want to have a steer out there that they can look at. He said that TLBA members are very receptive to the growing recreational side of the business, and are glad to find new markets for their cattle. By selling cattle into the roping market, producers are creating more value in that animal,” T.M. said. The roping market makes our cattle worth more than a calf sent directly to slaughter. A calf can be sold as roping stock, used for a year or so then sold again into the beef market. You can do a lot of things with the cattle before sending them to the feedlot, and many don’t

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ever end up there.” Longhorns can also be a valuable addition to a commercial cattle operation. “Once a cow is three or four years old, if she is not show quality she can be sold into a commercial cow operation and bred to a beef bull. Once the calves are ready for market, it is hard to pick out the Longhorn crosses,” T.M. noted. Another big advantage for commercial producers is calving ease, he continued. “Longhorn bulls are a good cross on firstcalf heifers of all breeds. Heifers can have Longhorn calves with no trouble.” In fact, he said, calving ease was the main reason T.M. got into the Longhorn business. “Every year, I would calve out 50 to 60 heifers, and after a while, I got tired of calves dying and crippled heifers. Since I started using Longhorns about 25 years ago, I haven’t had any trouble. Before, when I saw that a heifer was getting ready to calve I wouldn’t leave her. Now, with the Longhorns, I can just go on to the house, go to bed, and not worry.” Hardiness is one of the breed’s biggest strengths. “Longhorns are good range cattle,” he pointed out. “They survive and do well in dry, harsh country. They are bred to hunt grass and walk a long way to feed or water.”

For Ronna Bryant, of High Rolls, showing is the main focus of her registered Texas Longhorn operation. “I bought my first steer in 2004 from Fritz Moeller in Socorro, and once you buy one, you can’t stop,” she said. “You just can’t beat these cattle for disposition and intelligence,” Ronna noted. “The horns are intimidating, but I have yet to have one try to hurt me. They know exactly where the tip of that horn is, and when you mix them with other cattle, you don’t have any problems.” Ronna’s cattle run on mountain pasture in High Rolls in the summer, then winter in Tularosa on alfalfa fields. She does sell some, mainly bulls to other producers, but focuses on the showing side of the business. Ronna focuses on the three New Mexico shows — held during the New Mexico State Fair, in T or C and in Capitan, but says there are several shows in Texas, as well. “Our upcoming show in T or C brings in breeders from New Mexico, Colorado and Texas,” she explained. “The people in this industry are wonderful, they welcome newcomers with open arms and a world of knowledge. We have a ball at the shows. continued on page 87

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Everyone pitches in to help, it’s like a big family.” Also, she said, the cattle are fun to have around. “It is amazing the attention these cattle get, a Texas Longhorn steer will stop traffic! People stop just to look at them in the pasture.” Hardiness is one of the breed’s strengths, Ronna noted. “In 2004, I turned that first Longhorn steer out with our Angus cattle on the ranch we had leased. This was during a drought, and that steer came back looking really good, better than the others.” That trait is a big benefit for commercial producers, she said. “Longhorns are good for crossbreeding, they help build hardiness in other breeds. They seem to be able to survive on plants that other cattle won’t eat. Studies have shown that Longhorns can subsist on weeds, cactus, and other browse-type plants, things that other cattle won’t eat. This is especially good in New Mexico, which is not known for its lush, green pastures.” Calving ease is another important trait. “According to a Texas A&M study, while the average cow dilates to 90 centimeters when giving birth, a Longhorn dilates to 110 centimeters. In addition, Longhorn calves have birthweights of between 40 and 60

pounds, compared to 60-80 pounds in most other breeds, which helps eliminates the need to pull calves,” she pointed out. Longhorn females are also good, protective mothers. “They are good mamas. When calves are born, they go off and hide those babies, then bring them back in when they are ready.” Overall, Ronna said, it comes back to the versatility of the breed. “You can rope them, ride them, milk them or train them to pull a wagon. A dead Longhorn is more valuable than a live commercial cow, because in addition to the value of the animal itself, there is a big market for the hide, head and horns.” They are just wonderful animals. They will keep having good calves into their late teens, and are so docile I feel comfortable taking my one-year-old grandson out into the pasture with me. Also, we have never had to have a vet out here, which sure saves on expenses.”

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that way,” Slayton said. “The meat has onethird less fat, cholesterol and calories than chicken, and half the fat, cholesterol, fat and calories of regular beef. The only comparable meat is elk.” The TLC, which got its start in April of 2007, markets Longhorn beef through its website, www.txlonghorncoop.org, and is working to get product on the shelves of Central Market, a high-end grocery chain in Texas. George expects that to happen by April at the latest. “Now, we sell 98 percent lean ground beef and chili meat through the internet. Soon, both the internet and Central market will also sell steaks, 98 percent lean stew meat, smoked sausage and hot links.” Hides and horns are also valuable products, and George is working to develop those markets and differentiate the “real deal” from the huge amount fake product imported and sold every year. It has been quite a journey from the idea’s beginnings. “The basic idea started when five families who raised Longhorns got together at my house, thanks to George Rotolo, who worked at the local vet clinic and knew us all,” he explained. “We each had our own Longhorn cattle, our own

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only thing that’s going to work.” George got into the Longhorn business kind of by accident, he said. “I owned a piece of property in town that the city was trying to take, so in order to keep the agricultural status and tax exemption, I put a couple of Longhorns out there. In Texas, Longhorns are a big part of the state’s heritage. As long as there are Longhorns on the property the government really can’t do anything about it. So I kept them, then married a woman who really liked the cattle, we bought a bull, and it’s grown from there.” George and Tristine run their cattle on Luck Road Ranch in Rice, Texas, about 40 miles southeast of Dallas, where the TLC is also based. All of the slaughter and processing is done in Texas, George noted. “There is a cost involved in transport, but the difference in the price that the producer gets for his product more than makes up for it.” George has also enjoyed getting to know the Longhorn breed. “These cattle really like being around people,” he pointed out. “If you go out in the pasture to work on the fence, pretty soon you’ll have the all of the cows gathered up, not looking for feed, just watching to see what you’re doing.” “When my sons were younger we raised show calves of other breeds,” he continued. Those cows would head out to the far side of the pasture to have their calves, then hide out for a few days. You had to go out horseback to find them. These Longhorns will bring that new baby right up to the back door, then bawl until you come out and look at it.” He thinks that ventures like this will be the future of the beef industry. “The only way that I see that the beef industry in this country can survive is by doing things like this, by going around the big beef feeders and processors who control so much of the industry,” he pointed out. “Last year, Tyson had earnings of $12.5 billion, 10 processing plants, eight hide plants, and it’s because we let them.” Producers need to be able to set their own price to succeed. “The current system all started 140 years ago when the first cowboys drove the first Longhorns to Chicago,” George said. “The man in the derby hat counted the cattle through the gate, then the trail boss asked, “What will you give me for them?” The man in the derby hat offered $2 a head, knowing full well that they were worth $4 a head, the trail boss agreed to the price since he didn’t have many options. A big part of our beef market still works that way today.” ■

Johnson Livestock Jim & Sylvia Johnson 8701 Hickory Anthony, NM/TX 88021 915/886-3410 Cell: 915/472-0463 Email: johnsonlivestock@aol.com We have solid colored bulls for your first calf heifers or if you are looking for a lot of color our award-winning Texas Longhorns will fit all your needs.

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COMMITTED TO ALWAYS WORKING HARD FOR YOU! Turkey Creek, AZ 2837 Acres deeded, nice HQ, small State lease, 724 acre-feet of water rights, great development potential $6,000,000. Southeast, AZ A Year Round River Runs through the Deeded Land! Great Guest Ranch Prospect. Excellent access, 280 deeded acres, grazing leases, irrigated pasture with water rights from the river. HQ situated in beautiful canyon. Scenic. North of San Simon, AZ Great Guest Ranch Prospect. Pristine, scenic, private but only 12 miles from I-10. Bighorn sheep, ruins, pictographs. 1480 Acres of deeded, 52 head BLM lease, historic rock house, new cabin, springs, wells. $2,450,000 Young, AZ 72 Acre Farm. Under the Mogollon Rim, a must see, with small town charm, mountain views. 1,000 gpm well, home, 1800’s museum, 2 bedroom cabin, shop, and barn. Excellent for horse farm, bed and breakfast, land or water development. +/-62 ac & well for $1,700,000 and Home and other improvements $424,500 Rainbow Valley, AZ 300 Head Cattle Ranch. Excellent desert ranch owned and operated by the same family for 40 years. Well improved with BLM and State grazing leases. HQ on State Land, well watered. $850,000 Wickenburg, AZ 216 Head Cattle Ranch. Scenic, lush high desert vegetation. 103 deeded acres, State, BLM and 3,100 acres private lease. Well watered w/tanks, springs & wells. Abundant feed, numerous corrals and great steel shipping pens. $850,000 Near Cotton City, NM 680 Acre Farm with 315 acres of water rights, +/-4 sections of BLM. Run +/-300 head. Irrigated by 12" pipe with alfalfa valves. 3 Irrigation wells water at 150' and 2 domestic wells. Nice home, barn and corrals. Great Buy! $755,000. Tombstone, AZ 68 Head Cattle Ranch. Be part of the old west with this Tombstone cattle ranch. 68 Head year long, BLM, State grazing leases, 160 acres deeded land, spectacular views, close to town, great access. Grass and browse ranch. Reduced to $525,000 Flagstaff, AZ 168 Head Seasonal USFS Permit. High desert summer grazing on perennial gramma grass. 30 deeded acres, well share, good corrals, $510,000 or $750,000 with home. Great access to I-40, NEPA is complete, additional acreage available. Santa Teresa Mnts, Ft. Thomas AZ. 200 deeded acres, 17 Head BLM Allotment, private retreat, two wells. This property is very remote and extremely scenic with a beautiful canyon lined with sycamores, cottonwoods and beautiful rock formations. $400,000. Greenlee County, AZ, 139 Head Ranch. Year long USFS Permit with two room line camp, barn and corrals at HQ. This is a remote horseback ranch with limited vehicular access, 8 dirt tanks, +/-20 springs. 10 Acres of deeded in Sheldon, AZ. $400,000 Grant County, NM 33 Head Ranch. +/- 640 Deeded acres, 1800 acres BLM and 320 acres State of NM lease, 2 wells, 4 dirt tanks, 2 springs plus 5 storage tanks. Beautiful views, rolling hills. Great little ranch for small purebred operation. $375,000 HORSE PROPERTIES: Benson, AZ 39 Acre Quality Horse Facility. Castlebrook barn, nice home and much more $895,000. Willcox, AZ 25 Acres. Nice home, irrigated fields, large metal workshop, round pen, corrals, lighted roping arena $300,000. Benson, AZ - Very Western 10 Acre Horse Property. Great for working cow horses, straw bale home with round pen, arena, tack barn, stalls. $379,000. Benson, AZ 8 Acres. Remodeled home 3 bedroom, 2 bath, irrigated horse pastures, barn $330,000.

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TEXAS PANHANDLE – 8 section ranch with new set of pens, concrete bunks, truck/cattle scale and commodity barn, mobile home, watered by subs, mill and pipeline, on pavement. POTTER CO., TX. – 4872.8 acres of beautiful ranch country four miles north of loop 335, Amarillo, TX., pavement on four sides ( 3 mile – hwy. 287., 1 mile – Western St., 1 mile – Givens Road, 1 mile – Rivera Park Road). Well watered by pumps powered by solar energy (state of the art) and windmills. Deer, quail & dove. Talk to us about dividing (640 acre min.). TEXAS PANHANDLE – 177 acres with extraordinary 5404 sq. ft. +/- home overlooking the property with beautiful views of live creek, trees, wildlife (deer, quail, & turkey), indoor horse training facilities, stables, excellent cattle working facilities and pens, employee housing. Info in process. COPE CREEK RANCH – Briscoe Co., TX. –just north of Lake McKenzie, 640 acres on pavement, ideal hunting and/or weekend hideaway. MUST SEE! Just out of Amarillo! 640 acres on Mulberry Creek, all grass, watered by mills & ponds, beautiful views, talk to us about dividing if lesser acreage is desired.

Approximately 453 deed acres with ranch house, outbuildings, corrals and other improvements; everything required for a working cattle ranch. ■ Thirty-four secions of BLM Lands under Grazing Permit “Superior Mesa Allotment #515”. 3,148 permitted AUM/2185 active AUMs from November 15 to June 15. ■ Three sections State Land Lease. ■ $680,000 firm. Owner may carry. Includes assignment of BLM Permit and State Lease; includes water rights; includes free propane. ■

coletta@plateautel.net • www.clovisrealestatesales.com 1198 SR 275 over 2,600–sq. ft. brick home with 30 acres. Northern Curry County. $219,000. HAVE 1,010 CULTIVATED 640 CRP - 150 ACRES CLOSE TO TOWN. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SELLING NATIVE GRASSLAND, WE HAVE BUYERS!

acres on San Juan National Forest northeast of Bayfield. Permit currently allows 200 pairs from June 15 to October 15. Permit runs with cowherd – permitted cows available at $1,350 per head. Contact GOSNEY RANCHES

970/884-9533 SILVER CREEK RANCH Approx. 12,113 acres; 3808 Deeded, 2502 State, 5493 BLM, 310 Uncontrolled. 3 bed/ 1 bath home, 3 sets of corrals, hay barn & tack room. Very well watered – 8 wells, 1 spring, 5 dirt tanks & 1.5 miles pipeline. Beautiful cattle ranch located on the east slope of the Black Range Mtns. North of Winston, NM on State Hwy 52. Approx. 3 hours from either Albuquerque or El Paso. The ranch is a combination of gramma grass covered hills with many cedar, piñon & live oak covered canyons. There are plentiful elk, deer & antelope (12 elk tags in 2008). This is one of the nicest combination cattle/hunting ranches to be found in SW New Mexico. Priced reduced to $2,000,000. ALSO – 79 acre Race Horse Breeding and Training Center. 20 minutes north of Sunland Park Race Track.

480 acres with 235 acres water rights. 2 agriculture wells, 1 domestic well, barn and corral. 1,800 square foot energyefficient house built in 2002, radiant heat in floor, KC Panel walls, 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, French doors, walled-in backyard, carport and mobile home. Beautiful views of Peloncillo Mountains to the east and Chiricahua Mountains to the west. Located outside quaint town of Rodeo, NM, with art galleries and restaurants. $700,000.

CALL COLETTA TODAY! I have access to additional CRP land for sale in the Clovis, Melrose, Grady, Portales and Rogers area.

ALSO AVAILABLE FOREST SERVICE GRAZING PERMIT NEAR BAYFIELD, COLORADO ■ Beaver-Baldy Allotment. Over 21,000 total

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AGENTS WANTED We have a couple of positions open for licensed real estate agents who are interested in selling horse properties, ranches, or doing ranch property leasing. Agents from all areas of Arizona and New Mexico considered. Please contact Jim Olson at 520/424-3839 for your private interview and further details if you are interested.

Wildhorse Ranch – Yavapai County, Arizona. Wildhorse Ranch consists of approx. 883 deeded acres and 6,700 State Lease acres for a total of just under 12 Sections. Boulder Creek runs through the deeded lands on the ranch, and the ranch has 150 ac. ft. of surface water irrigation rights from the creek. There are 2 nice homes on the ranch, one of which is brand new and very customized. This ranch is located only 7 miles from the town of Bagdad on a good all weather, County maintained road. The words here cannot describe the beauty and uniqueness of Wildhorse Ranch. One or more members of Selling Entity are Licensed Real Estate Agents/Brokers in Arizona. Call Gale Pearce at 520/466-2994 or Jim Olson at 520/424-3839. Asking $6,500,000.

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■ Antelope Ranch – Cochise County, Arizona. This is a rare opportunity to buy a beautiful working cattle ranch, with over 8 Sections of deeded land. Excellent access year round to the Headquarters. The headquarters is a large historic ranch house, 5-6 bd/4 ba, large kitchen, long porches and a basement. The manager’s house is separate and self contained with 1 bedroom/1 bath, living room, kitchen and a stackable washer/dryer hookup. 2 adobe barns by the corrals, a shop by the main house. The working corrals are welded steel and designed for the rancher with large pens, heavy squeeze chute, tub, scale, semi and truck trailer loading alleys. Owner May Carry. One or more members of selling entity are a licensed real estate agent. Call Scott Thacker at 520/444-7069. Asking $4,950,000 Cash or $5,150,000 Terms. ■ Stockton Pass Grant Creek Ranch – Willcox, AZ. (2) 160 acre parcels completely surrounded by the Coronado National Forest located in the beautiful Graham Mountains. This is some of the most beautiful and unique property that Arizona has to offer. The “Stockton Pass Ranch” headquarters is located on the southernmost 160 acre parcel and consist of a ranch home, corrals, and typical ranch headquarter type improvements. Both deeded parcels have seasonal creeks running through them. This ranch is rich in Arizona history. There is also a 175 head Forest Grazing Permit that is included in the purchase. Call Jim Olson at 520/424-3839 or Scott Thacker at 520/444-7069 for details! ■ Hook Open A Ranch – Willcox, AZ. This is one of the nicest working cattle ranches available in Arizona today. The ranch has easy access to the town of Willcox, but has a secluded feel at the same time. Rates at 350 head year round, this ranch is the perfect size for a family operation. The Hook Open A Ranch is desirable in many ways including the location, the mix of different country, the ease of working the ranch, the quality of the improvements, and the upgraded headquarters. There is a possibility of splitting this ranch in 2, please call for details. You owe it to yourself to come have a look at one of Arizona’s best ranches. Call Jim Olson at 520/424-3839 or Scott Thacker at 520/444-7069. Asking $2,500,000. ■ Mix Ranch – Great opportunity for a granite rock operation. Includes 640 Deeded acres with mineral rights and 9,608 Arizona State Grazing Lease. A 2 story straw bale home with wrap around porch and new paint. 1 working corral, and 3 trap corrals. Several pastures. Dirt airstrip. Close enough proximity to Tucson and Phoenix with maintained dirt road for rock operation. Call Scott Thacker at 520/444-7069. Asking $1,800,000.

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SHOW LOW BRANCH: P.O. Box 3151, Show Low, AZ 85902 Phone: 928/532-0055 F: 928/537-1904 • C: 928/242-4744 TROY COOKE, Branch Mgr.

MAIN OFFICE: 40070 W. Hwy. 84 P.O. Box 1, Stanfield, AZ 85272 Ph: 520/424-3839 • F: 520/424-3843 Toll Free: 866/424-9173 JIM OLSON, Broker

MARANA BRANCH: P.O. Box 90806, Tucson, AZ 85752 Phone: 520/572-0109 F: 520/844-3405 • C: 520/444-7069 SCOTT THACKER, Branch Mgr.

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QUAY COUNTY Cow-Calf/ Yearling Ranch approximately 10,770 deeded acres, 680 N.M. State Lease, 160 private lease. Location near I40, close to Tucumcari, NM and within 4 miles of Tucumcari airport. Shipping pens and certified scales. Excellent improvements. Owners home is 3,200 sq. ft., new managers/guest home. The ranch is well watered with windmills, dirt tanks, and pumping rights from an irrigation canal. Fences in good to excellent shape. Plentiful wildlife of antelope and quail. Brochure available. Annual property taxes of 18 cents deeded acre. Price reduced to $325 per deeded acre.

DEBACA COUNTY New listing 10,488.8 acres – 9,848.8 Deeded, 640 State Lease. WEST CAMP RANCH 9 miles W. of Ft. Sumner. Paved access on Hwy. 60. Nice home, 4 stall horse barn with hay/tack room, metal horse corrals. Other improvements include metal shipping pens with scales and squeeze chute, and single bin overhead feed storage unit. Well watered with 7 wells and dirt tanks. Fences are in good condition. Solid turf. Wildlife of deer, antelope and quail. Brochure available. Annual property taxes of 17cents/ deed acre. Price $245 per deeded acre. New listing 14,157 acres – 11,516 Deeded, 1,401 State Lease, 1,240 BLM. WALKING 5 RANCH is approx. 15 miles W. from Ft. Sumner and 5 miles S.of Hwy. 60. Rolling hills with canyon views, ranch crosses Yeso Creek. Fenced into several large pastures, plus traps and shipping pens. Well watered with windmills and solar. Historically been operated as cow/calf ranch, approx 320 head. Wildlife of deer, antelope and quail. Annual property taxes of 15 cents/deeded acre. Price $225 per deeded acre.

W. I. N. Realty, Inc. MYRL GOODWIN, Broker 806/655-7171 (M) 806/570-7171 • (F) 806/655-1868 6101 W. Country Club Rd. Canyon, TX 79015 mgoodwinrealty@msn.com

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NEVADA RANCHES & FARMS Wells Area Farm: 90 deeded acres of which approx. 85 in Alfalfa and Orchard Grass hay. Good home and outbuildings plus singlewide mobile. On Hwy 93.3 miles North. Price: $500,000. Elko Company Deeded Sheep Base: 10,960 deeded acre plus a BLM permit (29%) in the Adobe Range Northeast of Elko, NV. Price only: $1,426,000. including 1/2 mineral rights. Add the Elmore listed below for hay base. Elmore Ranch: 750 acres on the Humboldt River approx. 15 miles East of Elko. Approx. 400 water righted acres and not improvements other than fences. Price: $600,000. Mason Mountain Ranch: approx. 3700 deeded acres plus small BLM permit adjoining the ranch. This ranch is located on the road to Charleston approx. 16 miles off the Mountain City highway. Modest improvements include home and misc. outbuilding. No power. Approx. 80 acres of meadow irrigated out of Mason Creek and springs. Lots of wildlife. Would be good combination summer cattle and recreation. Price: $1,575,000. We have more ranch listings on our site www.bottarirealty.com

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Ag Services, Inc. 640-ACRE PARCEL OF VACANT LAND northeast of the Racino (horse racing and casino) being built in Moriarty, New Mexico. Ideal horse property for Racino activities, air park, or open space subdivisions. CONTACT Robert Almy, Jeff Rose & Associates 2111 Wyoming Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87112 Office: 505-872-9373 • Cell: 505-301-8744

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BOSQUECITO LAND Get out the binoculars when you come to this 67.69 acre parcel. Located along the San Pedro ditch – possible water rights available – great view of the mountains and much more. $150,000. MLS#491260.

LEVEE DITCH ROAD 42 ac m/l and 44.88 ac m/l alfalfa farms with stunning views. San Antonio area. $13,500/acre will consider split. MLS#639061 and MLS#619537.

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240 Vista Del Rey–Beautiful custom home on 5 acres. 3 bedrooms, plus an office with 2.5 baths, fireplace & oversized 3 car garage. Open floor plan with 2 eating areas. Stained & grooved concrete floors. Lots of wood, tile accents, & solid wood doors. Large master suite with HUGE walk in closet. Large fenced backyard with fruit and shade trees and automatic drip & sprinkler system. Gorgeous mountain views from every window. Large covered patio with ceiling fans. 150' X 240' Roping arena w/10' return, large catch pen and horse stall. All five acres are completely fenced. Remote roping chute & hot tub negotiable.

Mathers has a great selection of IncomeProducing Property, Land and Homes MATHERS REALTY, INC. 2223 E. MISSOURI, LAS CRUCES, NM 88001 575/522-4224 office • 575/522-7105 fax 575/640-9395 cell

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Kern Land, Inc. ● Rio Pecos Ranch – 12,254 acres, 15 miles south of Fort Sumner. Extremely productive and well managed. Improvements include a large set of pipe corrals, cattle scales and over-head feed storage Well watered from a strong submersible well and 6 drinkers plus year-round live water from 8 miles of the Pecos River. Conservatively runs 300 cows. ● El Valle Escondido Ranch – 10,326 acres, 30 miles north of Clayton. Good mix of protective canyons and productive grama grass country. Excellent cattle improvements and several restored historic homes. Mule deer, elk, antelope and turkey. Over 4 miles of highway frontage. Runs 200 cows most years. ● Ainsworth Ranch – SOLD IN JANUARY 2009! 9,400 acres, 35 miles south of Portales.

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L.P. Reed Ranch – Trinidad, CO, 12,383 acres m/l deeded, 640 acres state lease and 183 head, 5-month national grasslands grazing permit. Paved highway access. Two sets of living quarters. Good fences and water distribution. Elk, deer, bear, turkey and antelope. Beautiful high mesa country plus lower elevation year round cattle grazing. Cooperating Colorado broker. $6,191,500

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River Run Ranch – Hondo, NM, 23 miles east of Ruidoso Downs. 186 acres with Hwy 70 frontage, Hondo River flows through it. Large modern Southwestern style home w/ indoor swimming pool. Irrigation Water rights, fruit orchards. $1,500,000. Salado Creek Canyon Ranch – SW Sandoval County, NM. Approx. 3200 deeded acres with live water creek, 1 spring, Landowner Elk tags, Mule Deer and Antelope hunting. Rolling hills and rocky bluffs. Piñon and Juniper tree cover. Ancient Native American petroglyghs and campsites. 38 air miles from downtown Albuquerque. $3,828,000 Hidden Valley Ranch – Luna County, NM 160 space RV Park, 1,280 deeded acres plus BLM cattle ranching allotment. 10 ac. ft. water rights. Very nice home and improvements. Includes Mimbres archeological site on the deeded property. Mule deer, Javelina and Quail hunting. Excellent investment potential. Close to Interstate Highway. $1,985,000 Ghost Rose Ranch – 2,650 m/l acres horse or cattle ranch near Quemado. 815 acres deeded, balance in BLM. Excellent access off paved state hwy. Beautiful mountain location, privacy, two homes, very nice ranch improvements and a great horse set up. Elk, mule deer and antelope. A high quality property in the heart of western NM. 2 hours from Albuquerque airport. $2,500,000 Catron County, NM – 474 ac. surrounded by National Forest. Elk, mule deer, antelope, bear, turkey in world famous Big Game Unit 15. Pine & fir forest with large subirrig meadow. 2 springs and a well. Beautiful area at over 8,300' elevation. About 25 miles from Springerville, AZ. $1,422,000 96

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“Making a difference to the land and the people” ■ Raton, NM – 616 acres on the historical landmark Kiowa Mesa, 30 miles SE on Hwy 193. Beautiful mesa country with awesome views of the surrounding valley, volcano Mtns, and mesas. Excellent habitat for Mule deer, antelope and grass for livestock. Cabin with windmill water. Great small recreational ranch. $525,000

Norman “Punch” Hennigan, Qualifying Broker Toll Free 877/704-4077 • Office 575/445-4077 • Cell 575/447-7758 116 S. 2nd, Raton, NM • www.kiowaland.com • sales@kiowaland.com

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SPECIAL SALE SUPPLEMENT

WIDNER ANGUS

Angus Consignor at the New Mexico Angus & Hereford Sale

March 7, 2009, Roswell, New Mexico

Brennand ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆ ◆

James & Robin Widner, Box 227, Melrose, New Mexico

575/253-4728

CORNERSTONE A Horned Hereford Bulls N & Heifers Private Treaty REGISTERED & COMMERCIAL C H Leslie and Glenda Armstrong 575/355-2803 Kevin and Renee Grant 575/355-6621 Two half brothers to this young calf and a top heifer bull prospect will sell at the New Mexico Hereford and Angus Sale in Roswell on March 7, 2009. See lots 141-144.

616 Pecan Dr. Ft. Sumner, NM 88119

HERD SIRES • UPS Domino 4079 • UPS Profile 4012 • UPS Domino 4040 • CJH L1 Advance 483 • CRS Del Rio 101 • CJH L1 Domino 1140

LaMoyne and Opal Peters Josh and Tanya Bequette E-mail: acornerstone@plateautel.net

David & Norma Piñon, NM 88344 • 575/687-2185

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Dean Newberry Real Estate • Farm

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• CRP Land

O: 806/364-4042 • F: 806/364-4350 108 East 3rd • P.O. Box 966 Hereford, Texas 79045

• Dairy Locations Cell: 806/346-2081 Res.: 806/363-6722 Email: dnre@wtrt.net

www.deannewberryrealestate.com

Farm and Ranch Loans FARMS / RANCHES Call Alan Brawley 575/835-1527 or 575/838-7412 www.stromeirealty.com 98

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• $100,000 and Up • Competitive Terms • Fixed & Adjustable Rates CALL TODAY! Adam Consiglio

New Mexico Mortgage Company 505/292-3200 or 505/263-6477 cellular

3008 N. Prince St. CLOVIS, NM 88101 575/763-5055 • 575/762-5611

Brett Johnson

brett@505resources.com www.505realtors.com

O : 575/763-5055 • C : 575/760-3654 • F : 575/769-9177 1007 acres mol located on SH 467 between Clovis and Portales, 640 acres of state lease, 367 acres deeded. 5 pastures, 2 traps, 2 sets of pens, 2 wells. $250,000. 116 Sharps-Horse Property or HOMESTEAD LOCATION. 1 acre with 1500 + sq ft of buildings including an office and a bathroom. 3 stalls and runs with automatic waterers. City water with septic tank so it is ready for your home. Property fenced with pipe fence. $70,000. 620 South Reid – Training facilities with 5 covered runs and 1 big water lot. Barn with indoor wash rack, plenty of area for an arena. $150,000. 1042 CR Y – West of Clovis 327 acres of grass, and a 1870 sq ft house with oversized garage. 4 or 5 bedroom, 2 bath. $325,000.

Sell it. . . in the Real Estate Guide

The FoFuifrthth A Joint nt Ve ure of the N.M. Angus Assn. and the N.M. Hereford Assn.

NEW MEXICO ANGUS and HEREFORD

ANGUS JimBar Angus, Melrose Luther Neece, Pep Michael Neece, Pep Jamie Widner, Melrose Gressham Angus, Portales Chilili Angus, Moriarty Edwin Johnston, Monument Candy Trujillo, Capitan Bracken Angus, Albuquerque Black Cattle Ranch, Albuquerque J-C Angus, Moriarty McCall Land & Cattle Co., Albuquerque LG Angus, Portales Tarabbann Farms, Tijeras Ted Hairgrove, Floyd A&J Angus, Portales Miller Angus, Floyd Breckenridge Partnership, Roswell Manzano Angus, Estancia 4G Mountain Angus, Mora D&C Horse & Cattle Co., Roswell Porter Angus, Mule Creek High Valley Angus, Stanley Bosque Farms, Bosque Farms Larranaga Cattle Co., Belen Patrick D. Sanchez, Belen Brennand Ranch, Pinon Hooper Cattle, Quemado Claude Gion, Belen Donald Carlson, Alamogordo Chris Carrasco, Los Lunas

Saturday,

March 7, 2009 ROSWELL, N.M. ROSWELL LIVESTOCK MARKET SALE TIME 12:30 p.m. BULLS WILL BE GRADED AND TESTED FOR FERTILITY AND TRICH ——— E X P E C T I N G ———

★ 140 BULLS 115 ANGUS • 25 HEREFORD Cattle available for viewing, Friday, March 6, 2009

★ PLUS, a nice selection

of 37 Reg. & Comm. Heifers Registered heifers eligible for each breeds’ Jr. Futurity Show at the 2009 N.M. State Fair!

HEREFORD D&S Polled Herefords, Abiquiu Jim Darnell, El Paso, Texas White Herefords, Albuquerque Bill King, Stanley Cornerstone Ranch, Inc., Fort Sumner B&H Herefords, Hope Manuel R. Salazar, Espanola Hooper Cattle Co., Quemado

FOR CATALOG PLEASE CALL A MEMBER OF THE SALE COMMITTEE: Randy White, 505/856-0056 • Renee Grant, 505/355-6621 Candy Trujillo 505/354-2682 • John Heckendorn 505/379-8212 NEW MEXICO ANGUS ASSOC. Frances Johnston, Sec., 505/397-3039

SPECIAL SALE SUPPLEMENT

LG Angus

Burns Ranch

J & J Angus

N.M. Angus Association March 7, 2009

NEW MEXICO ANGUS AND HEREFORD SALE March 7, 2009

REGISTERED ANGUS CATTLE

BOBBY GRESHAM 575/477-2224

TOP HEIFER AT 2005 SALE ED & FRANCES JOHNSTON Box 152, Monument, NM 88265 Ed Johnston 575/397-3039 575/390-5781 Kyle Johnston 575/392-8921

SHANE LEE 575/760-8842

P/A

KEVIN BURNS Nara Visa, NM 806/786-6002

Two Powerful New Herdsires at J-C Angus!

B/R Future Direction 6171

This son of Future Direction was our pick of the ‘07 Rishel sale. Co-owned with Randy White and Dan Bracken, this bull offers calving ease along with strong growth and exceptional carcass traits. He ranks in the top 1% of non-parent bulls for $G and $B as well as the top 2% for Ribeye!

CED BW WW YW EPD

1.5

TOP 25%

Milk %IMF RE 26

.86

.51

$EN

-2.09 27.04 23.59 41.31 65.59 30%

GAR Objective 561 This son of SS Objective was our pick of the ‘07 Lee Angus sale. This bull (pictured at 18 months) offers exceptional calving ease along with exceptional growth and solid carcass traits. He ranks in the top 3% of non-parent bulls for WW, YW, $W, $F, while ranking in the top 4% for CED, the top 10% for BW and the top 20% for Marb & Ribeye, combining for an exceptional $B in the top 2% of the breed!

CED BW WW YW EPD

-.5

106

TOP

10%

SC .49

Milk %IMF RE

$EN

.46

.45 -10.49 32.19 41.94 31.19 62.03

10%

20%

10%

SELLING • 16 Bulls at the Tucumcari Bull Test Sale – March 20, 2009 • 6 Bulls in the NMAA Sale, Roswell – March 7 • 10 bulls at the Ready to Work Sale, Belen in March We also have 10 Heifers For Sale at the Ranch Our Sale Bulls are sired by our new herd sires as well as our older herd sires: A&B Midland 4013 and A&B New Design 4101. AI Sires represented include Quaker Hill Objective 3J15, SS Objective T510 OT26, and Bon View New Design 1407

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Their first calves will be weaned this fall.

J-C Angus Ranch JOHN and CATHY HECKENDORN • 75-A Pueblo Rd. N., Moriarty, NM 87035 H: 505/832-9364 • C: 505/379-8212 • Toll Free: 888/JCANGUS (522-6487) WEB:

www.jcangus.com

EMAIL:

john@jcangus.com

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Cattle Bred for: OPTIMUM GENETIC Performance

HOOPER ATTLE

COMPANY

— Registered Herefords and Black Angus —

Consigning 9 of our best to:

Please give us a call for more inform ation or to send a bid on any of the bu lls to the sale with us

CATTLEMAN’S WEEKEND CHINO VALLEY, ARIZONA SALE DATE: MARCH 7, 2009 Two – 2-year-old Horned Hereford Halter Bulls Two – Yearling Black Angus Halter Bulls Two – Yearling Hereford Halter Bulls, 1 Polled, 1 Horned Two – 2-year-old Hereford Pen Bulls, 1-Polled, 1-Horned Two – 2-year-old Black Angus Pen Bulls Consigning 7 of our best to:

NEW MEXICO ANGUS & HEREFORD SALE ROSWELL, NEW MEXICO SALE DATE: MARCH 7, 2009 Two – 2-year-old Hereford Bulls, 1 polled, 1 horned Three – 2-year-old Black Angus Bulls Two – Yearling Black Angus Bulls

PLEASE VISIT OUR NEW WEBSITE: WWW.HOOPERCATTLECOMPANY.COM GUARANTEED SOUND AND FERTILE

• EPDs and TPR records available on all cattle. • Range-raised, rugged, rock-footed at over 7,000 feet elevation. • Bulls & Open & Bred Females For Sale at Private Treaty at the Ranch.

STEVE AND DEBBIE HOOPER 575/773-4535 • F: 575/773-4583 hoopercattle@gilanet.com HC 32, Box 405, Red Hill Route Quemado, N.M. 87829

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MILLER REGISTERED BL AC K ANGUS

Polled Herefords

NMAA March 7, 2009

Dennis & Sonja Gallegos 505/685-0717 P.O. Box 306, Abiquiu, NM gallegosds@cybermesa.com

~Angus~

QUALITY REGISTERED BLACK ANGUS CATTLE

100% AI PROGRAM

505/354-2682

JIMBAR NMAA Sale

Capitan, N.M. 88316 • P.O. Box 25

Dink and Mitzi Miller 575/478-2398 (H) 575/760-9048 (C)

Angus Cattle Available

March 7, 2009 Roswell, N.M.

174 N.M. 236 • Floyd, NM 88118 USA

JIM & BARBARA SMITH • 505/253-4777 P.O. BOX 397, MELROSE, NEW MEXICO 88124

Come see our bulls

SixtEEN By PRivAtE tREAty iN MoRiARty NM Assn. Sale – Roswell, March 7th We will sell 16 females & 6 bulls in Roswell

Tucumcari Bull Test Sale March 20th We will sell 8 bulls in Tucumcari

Cattleman’s Auction Bull Sale in Belen – early April

Our new Bando cattle have great numbers. Females for sale are bred to a Bando bull with BW epd of 1.1 & YW epd of 110

SS Objective T510 oT26 The leader of our low birth weight bulls.

McCall’s — Home of the low birthweight and high yearling weight bulls. Our bulls will help you make money every year. Join many of the other satisfied customers we have year after year.

McCall Land & Cattle Co. • Howard McCall 505/281-1440 (H) • 505/379-4333 (M) 102

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SPECIAL SALE SUPPLEMENT

Join The Crowd ... at Roswell March 7th! 3 Top Sons of JA L1 Domino 3590N Calved

#7112 3/5/07 #8111 3/4/08 #8112 3/4/08

Dam’s Sire BW WW YW MM M+G

9126J 3.3 0003 3.3 Ribstone 4.4

55 47 50

91 77 83

21 15 16

48 38 41

Moderate BW’s, Length, Thickness, Rock Footed! We have a select set of bulls available at Hope by 5216 & 3590.

Registered Herefords Located at Hope, NM – Real Cow Country Phil Harvey Jr. P.O. Box 40 • Mesilla, NM 88046 575/524-9316 • Cell 575/644-6925 philharveyjr@comcast.net

Jim Bob Burnett P.O. Box 1566 Hope, NM 88250 575/484-3141 Cell 575/365-8291

NATURAL HERD SIRES:

REGISTERED

PAR LIMITED DESIGN P100

BLACK ANGUS BULLS AND HEIFERS

CED +6, BW +2.7, WW +37, YW +78 MILK +17

BRED FOR THE SOUTHWEST

G 13 STRUCTURE 5051 CED +8, BW 1.0, WW +37, YW +65 MILK +17

HV 338 ALLIANCE 6084 CED +10, BW +1.0, WW +56, YW +95 MILK +20

PAR NEW DESIGN P97 CED +8, BW +1.9, WW +30, YW+64, MILK +24

PAR BENCHMARK P22 CED +7, BW 2.9, WW +45, YW +67 MILK +12

We’ll have bulls at: • Angus Assoc. Sale Roswell – 3/7 • Tucumcari Bull Test Sale – 3/20

Art & Roseann Porter 575/535-2196 porterangus@gilanet.com Box 32, Mule Creek, NM 88051

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MORE EFFICIENT MEANS MORE HEREFORD. HEREFORD — MAKING BLACK BETTER. For efficiency and profitability, nothing gets you there faster than Hereford. Hereford characteristics, such as gain and feed conversion, show a $78 advantage per head over Angus-sired calves from start to finish*. Ideal for your herd and for the future of your business, adding Hereford gives you the power to become more profitable.

New Mexico Hereford Assoc. 9007 Washington NE, Albuquerque, NM 87113 Randy White: (505)856-0056

American Hereford Association P.O. Box 014059, Kansas City, MO 64101 (816) 842-3757 • www.hereford.org *Preliminary findings from 2007 California State University study in cooperation with Lacey Livestock, Harris Feeding Co., and Harris Ranch Beef Co., “Impacts of Crossbreeding on Profitability in Vertically Coordinated Beef Industry Marketing Systems.” Visit Hereford.org and click on the “Heterosis Report” tab or contact David Mehlhaff, AHA Director of Communications at dmehlhaff@hereford.org for more information. ©2007 American Hereford Association.

SPECIAL SALE SUPPLEMENT

SINCE

1893

Consigning 4 Bulls • NMHA Roswell Sale THE DARNELLS continue a 116–year–old family tradition of raising good-doing Hereford Cattle.

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New Mexico’s Largest Herd of Home-Grown Bulls!

the

Best

of the Best 42281040 Calved: Jan. 8, 2002 Tattoo: BE 2040 BW 4.0 (.36) WW 53 (.29) YW 83 (.24) MM 21 (.16)

C GAME PLAN 2040 C GOLD RUSH 1ET C -S PURE GOLD 98170 41040609

C MS DOM 93218 1ET

C 492D MS ADV 96007 19570179

C MS MASTER 93219

HH ADVANCE 492D

M&G 47

C MASTER 93072 1ET C 45U MS 0275 4ET CL 1 DOMINO 185 C MISS PACE 5252 4ET HH ADVANCE 185A HH MISS ADVANCE 063Z BP MASTER PLAN ET C 4222 MS PACER 8118

CATTLE FOR SALE EVERY DAY. Bill & Peggy King • 505/832-4448 505/832-4330 • 505/220-9909 Tommy & Becky Spindle • 505/832-0926

P.O. Box 564 • Stanley, NM 87056

FOR SALE

NOW!

150 HEREFORD B 100 ANGUS BU ULLS 100 CHAROLAIS LLS 150 BRED HEIFBULLS ERS

See Our Consig at the New Me nments and Hereford Axico Angus ss Sale, Roswell, ociation N on March 1, 20 .M., 08!

Located 5 miles north of Moriarty on Hwy. 41, then 1-1/2 miles east.

Are You Looking For Direction? 3/15/01 BW: 93 lbs. Adj. WW/R/Cont.: 872 lbs./124.9/81 Adj. YW/R/Cont.: 1.494 lbs./119.5/72

We have spent the last year producing bulls that excel in the traits you, our customers, have told us you want!

• • Performance • • • • • • Fertility • • • • • • • • • • Carcass • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Feed Efficiency

We will have 150 bulls available this fall featuring sons of VRD, New Design 878, Sitz Alliance 6595, and TC Forefront, so come by the ranch anytime and make your selection. Ask about our volume discounts and we’ll feed ‘til spring!

What we raise is what you need.

HIGH VALLEY ANGUS 5 miles south of Stanley on Hwy. 41

BILL & PEGGY KING 505/220-9909 • 505/832-4330 Box 5 • Stanley, New Mexico 87056 TOMMY & BECKY SPINDLE 505/832-0926 106

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LT Easy Rider 1153 Pld

%Rank

BW 0.5 30

WW 23.8 15

YW 47.4 4

EPD %Rank

M 32.2 1

TM 44.1 1

SC 1.1 1

EPD

➤ Selected as one of the top bulls from the 2002 Lindskov-Thiel Bull Sale ➤ His dam, 7184, is a proven herd bull producer – 3 bull calves: avg. WWR: 117.3; avg. YWR: 110.9. ➤ His brothers are making their mark in top programs – a full brother for Eaton Charolais, MT; a maternal brother for Johnson Charolais, S.D. Our breeding program is based on what our customers tell us they need. We’re also utilizing LT Easy Wind 8058 Pld, Wyoming Wind & Prime Cut.

YOUR SOURCE FOR HERD BULLS. Offering 125+ Charolais bulls at the ranch private treaty.

Bill B. & Peggy King Box 564 • Stanley, NM 87056 Day 505/220-9909 • Home 505/832-4330 Located 40 miles east of Albuquerque

WHITE HEREFORDS Selling 5 Bulls March 7th in Roswell New Mexico Angus & Hereford Bull Sale New Herd Sire - CHUrCHiLL rAM 708T Lots of volume with great carcass traits, low birth weight, and moderate frame. Semen Available at ORIGEN! • Owned with Copeland & Sons, LLC and Churchill Cattle Company (MT)

ls Our Bul ge are ran n raised O h wit FOrage nt e supplem

January/February Yearlings! ID 801 Lot

129

BW 78

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IMF

GeneSTAR DNA QG T FE

0.00

-0.80

-3.26

0.05

5.00

-1.10

-3.50

$20

10.29

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-3.72

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0.04

10.29

-1.10

-3.48

$21

-2.55

$CHB

622

DOB: Jan 10, 2008

Sire:

F L18 Excel 510

High volume bull with good eye pigment and feed efficiency.

802 Lot

130

665 1.9 43 L Star Domino 212M S008

DOB: Jan 20, 2008

Sire:

Balanced and good phenotype, great pigment and good DNA results.

805 Lot

131

660

DOB: Feb 14, 2008

Sire:

2.3

F 552 Domino 582

All around balance and thickness, incredible carcass DNA.

808 Lot

132

695

DOB: Feb 20, 2008

Sire:

4.0

F 552 Domino 582

Good growth and performance along with excellent GeneSTAR carcass numbers.

Angus Yearling from Black Cattle Ranch, LLC! 820 Lot

714 2.7 Cimarron Emblazon 531

DOB: Feb 20, 2008

Sire:

1.44

-1.50

Attractive, stout bull. He has the length and volume of an Emblazon combined with the growth and power of his dam.

White Herefords randy, Kate and Justin white 505/856-0056 o • 505/250-0622 m • randy@rbwhitepc.com • Albuquerque, New Mexico

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POLY SQUARE Up in the air, taking a closer look at emissions. Independent tests show that Poly Square and Big Foot Huts are 3º to 6º cooler in the summer than other huts on the market. Designed with the best ventilation system available. And new opaque material keep your calves cool in the summer. • Slide chain & collar available

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• 60” h x 86” inside diameter • Bucket & Bottle Holder with 2-5 Qt. buckets • Best vent system on the market • Faster growing calves • Warm, dry, healthy environment

PolyDome is the world leader in calf nurseries and aqua farming tanks! Warranty Has Never Been An Issue, Quality Is Our Main Priority, Standard Warranty On All PolyDome Products - No Bull!!

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PolyDome Calf Warmer 24” Wide 50” Long & 45” Tall. The lower section is 16” Deep overall.

The PolyDome Calf Warmer provides a comfortable environment for newborn calves for the first few hours after birth. The bottom is ribbed and the front is rounded for easy transportation. The floor is raised and slotted for easy circulation of the entire unit. The top section is hinged for calf entry. There is a vent hole/peep hole on one end for proper ventilation, so you can look in on the calf without opening the unit. The entire unit is made of medium polyethylene for long-lasting durability and easy cleaning. The heater is 110 volt with 3 heat settings and 2 fan settings for maximum output.

1-800-328-7659 Website: www.polydome.com email: Dan@polydome.com

Call for the Dealer Nearest You

Colorado Dairy Service 970-593-9704 Loveland, CO Bucke’s Feed 530-865-4427 Orland, CA

The New Portable Milk Masters come in 3 sizes ~ 70, 150 and 300 gallon. Other sizes can be made if your needs are larger. The trailer comes with straight ribbed tires, so it rolls easily and can go through muddy areas easily. The unit comes with a three-way valve for mixing the milk.

Footbath Design!! F OOTBATHS • Requires no wood perimeter • Helps prevent hoof rot & heel erosion • Reduces lameness • Splits hoof for better penetration

Western Polydome 800-822-5837 Monroe, WA Greenfield Park Dairy 505-276-8659 Portales, NM

Dairy Partners 800-256-4875 Sulphur Springs, TX Zoderow Dairy 785-386-4475 Seldon, KS

Dave Weber 620-646-5747 Fowler, KS

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NNUAL A h 7t

2004 Seedstock Producers of the Year!

Reynolds Ranch LIMOUSIN PRODUCTION SALE

SATURDAY, MARCH 21, 2009 · SANFORD, COLORADO · at the Ranch · 1 p.m. National Western Stock Show

Featuring...

SONS OF LEADING AI SIRES Including: • WULFS Nobel Prize • KVRN Pocono • KVRN Pablo • BON View New Design 878 • Three Trees Prime Cut 104T • KVRN Picante • WULFS Fanfare • HC Overtime • JCL Black Okie • WLR Direct Hit

Please join us on

March 21 AS WE PRESENT 90 OF THE BEST RED & BLACK

Limousin bulls found anywhere!

and many other leading sires!

SELLING

90 BULLS

Registered Performance-Tested

TwoYear-Olds

RANCH:

719/274-5827 RIC REYNOLDS:

719/274-5084 c: 719/588-0394

60 Yearlings

Including: 20 ANGUS X LIMOUSIN BULLS

ROD REYNOLDS: This black 2-year-old daughter of SLVL Beef is typical of the quality females that are in production at Reynolds Ranch. Females with growth, volume, great dispositions and a lot of milk.

YEARS of AI. Our Limousin have a Brown Swiss background that results in greater maternal ability, growth and good dispositions. Our mother cows are selected for their ability to work at high altitude and to wean a growthy calf under range conditions.

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SALE MANAGER:

Jim Higel, 719/589-2116 AUCTIONEER:

Art Goehl, 719/589-2113

39+

Lunch will be served at the Ranch. Sale Catalogs available on request. Airport only 14 miles from Ranch.

719/274-4090 c: 719/588-1230

RANCH LOCATION: Go to La Jara (14 miles north of Antonito or 14 miles south of Alamosa). From La Jara, go east on Hwy. 136 to dead-end, then turn right and go 3/4 mile to Reynolds Ranch headquarters. to Santa Fe

Plan to Attend the 18th Annual

ROSWELL BRANGUS SALE February 28, 2009

Thanks to Jay and Carrie Hollifield of Brown Brothers Ranch in Roswell for Purchasing our Champion and Reserve Champion bulls at the 2008 Roswell Brangus Sale. Look for the Brown Brother’s consignment of outstanding open and bred heifers at the 2009 Roswell Brangus Sale. Thanks to Bobby Victor of Dora for buying our top selling heifers at the 2008 Roswell Brangus Sale

Joe Paul & Rosie Lack • P.O. Box 274, Hatch, NM 87937 • Phone: 575/267-1016 • Fax: 575/267-1234 Bill Morrison • 411 CR 10, Clovis, NM 88101 • 575/760-7263 • bvmorrison@yucca.net CONTACT THESE SOUTHWEST BRANGUS BREEDERS FOR BRANGUS BULLS AND FEMALES

Troy Floyd P.O. Box 133 Roswell, NM 88201 Home: 575/734-7005 Ranch: 575/626-2896

Lack-Morrison Brangus JOE PAUL & ROSIE LACK P.O. Box 274, Hatch, NM 87937 Phone: 575/267-1016 • Fax: 575/267-1234 BILL MORRISON 411 CR 10, Clovis, NM 88101 575/760-7263 • bvmorrison@yucca.net

Parker Brangus LARRY PARKER San Simon, AZ 85632 Days: 520/845-2411 Eves.: 520/845-2315

Townsend Brangus GAYLAND and PATTI TOWNSEND P.O. Box 278 Milburn, Oklahoma 73450 Home: 580/443-5777 Cell: 580/380-1606 FEBRUARY 2009

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48th annual

Tucumcari Bull Test Sale Friday, March 20 • NMSU Ag Science Center 3 miles north of Tucumcari, NM on U.S. 54 • Lunch 11:30 • Sale 1 p.m.

123 Performance & GeneSTAR Tested Bulls, Developed on Purina Mills’ Forage-Based Accuration Bull Development Program

Accuration-Fed Bulls are More Muscular & Won’t Melt When Turned Out With Your Cows! Breeds Represented: ANGUS Hartzog Angus, Bovina, TX JC Angus, Moriarty, N Mead Angus, Tucumcari, NM A Lazy 6 Angus, Villanueva, NM McCall Land & Cattle, Moriarty, NM Salazar Ranches, Espanola, NM 4G Mountain Angus, Mora, NM Porter Angus Ranch, Mule Creek, NM Premium Beef Genetics, Canyon, TX AAA Farms, El Rito, NM CHAROLAIS Grau Charolais, Grady, NM Sandhill Charolais, Boise City, OK Milligan Cattle Company, Vega, TX HEREFORD Salazar Ranches, Espanola, NM Abercrombie Ranch, Tucumcari, NM MAINE-ANJOU Vagabond Cattle Co., Roswell, NM BLONDE D’AQUITAINE Zenitram Ranch, El Rito, NM

For Sale Information, Contact Dr. Manny Encinias • 575-927-7935

For Info about Accuration Programs contact these Purina Dealers!

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BRUHN ENTERPRISES Logan, NM • Ernie Bruhn 575-487-2273

CREIGHTON’S TOWN & COUNTRY Portales, NM • Garland Creighton 575-356-3665

ROSWELL LIVESTOCK & FARM SUPPLY Roswell, NM • Hub Traylor 575-622-9164

CIRCLE S FEED STORE Carlsbad, NM • Wally Menuey 800-386-1235

HORSE & HOUND Las Cruces, NM • Curtis Creighton 575-523-7087

TUCUMCARI RANCH SUPPLY Tucumcari, NM • Jimmy Watson 575-461-9620

CORTESE FEED & SUPPLY Fort Sumner, NM • Knox Cortese 575-355-2271

MAID RITE FEEDS Wilcox, AZ • Billy Thompson 520-384-4688

GARY CREIGHTON, Purina Mills, LLC Portales, NM 800-834-3198

COWBOY’S CORNER Lovington, NM • Wayne Banks 575-396-5663

OLD MILL FARM & RANCH Belen, NM • Corky Morrison 505-865-5432

STEVE SWIFT, Purina Mills, LLC Portales, NM 800-525-8653