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MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS 7 The mild temperament of Red Angus

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Scott Leech shares his passion for Brangus with his children

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fter all these years, I now think I am able to interpret revonthe worlanguage C yrreJ yB of cows into understandable English. Ridicule me, believe me or Jerry Crownover farms ignore me, but the events of this in Lawrence County. He morning have convinced me that I understood is a former professor of every word between a cow and her calf. Agriculture Education at It was one of those cold, crisp, mid-February Missouri State University, mornings that was both pleasant and biting at the and is an author and same time. As I pulled into one pasture to unroll a professional speaker. bale of hay, I couldn’t help but stop and admire the To contact Jerry, go to number of baby calves that dotted the landscape, ozarksfn.com and click like so many cow pies – only bigger. As I unrolled on ‘Contact Us.’ the bale behind my truck, all the cows and their new babies began to arrive: the cows to eat, and their calves to use the fresh food as fresh bedding. When I had completed the chore, I turned to drive along the row of animals to perform the obligatory counting, to make sure everyone was there and to see if any new ones from the day before needed tagging. All were accounted for, if I included the cow standing by the north fence, bawling her lungs out. I went and retrieved another bale before heading to the next pasture north. I drove through a gate that was about 100 yards from where the absent cow stood. Just as I expected, her baby (ear tag #13, unsurprisingly) had somehow managed to slip through the fence, that separated the two fields, and was getting acquainted with the new calves in that lot. I unrolled that bale right along the fence line, hoping I could persuade the errant calf to return. “Maaaah, maaaah, maaaah!” the cow bellowed. But I distinctly heard, “Get you butt back over here where you belong, you little rascal!” The calf answered, “Beeeh, beeeh,” as he ran and bucked with two or three of his newfound buddies. It was very obvious to me that he was replying, “Later, Mom.

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Putting Quality First By Cheryl Kepes

Red Hill Angus Farms is proving that excellent herd care pays dividends In a large farm lot surrounded by a pristine, brown metal fence, stands a herd of Red Angus momma cows, contentedly; chewing mouthfuls of hay. Their owner, Susan Rinker, looks at the grouping of cows and calves and smiles. “I can tell you all their names if you want to know them,” Susan began. “That’s Mary, Mimi, Sugar and Heidi,” said Susan as she pointed to each momma cow.

myself and they carry a lot of volume to them,” explained Susan. She also points to the breed’s ability to thrive without a lot of maintenance. “They are easy fleshy and maintaining cattle. They condition throughout the winter,” said Susan. Red Hill Angus Farms currently owns 26 momma cows and 23 calves. “We have land to run more cattle, but I look at it this way. It is not the quantity but the quality. I try to

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Yes, this cattlewoman knows each of her breed for the quality,” explained Susan. Red cows by name. “They are a bunch of ba- Hill Angus AI’s all its momma cows and bies,” laughed Susan. Susan knows much uses a registered Red Angus herd bull for more than their names and can tell you ev- clean up. This year the cows are AI’d to the Canadian bull, Sakic, or the bull, Field Day. erything about this Red Angus herd. The Rinker family bought their farm in Red Hill Angus’ herd bull is a Sakic descenCrane, Mo., in 1957. For years the fam- dent. “I haven’t jumped on the bandwagon of some of the newer, popular bulls,” ily ran all different breeds said Susan. She prefers to stick with of commercial cattle. But, tried and tested bloodlines. “In the in 2003, Susan decided to bloodlines I am looking at the transition from commercial bloodline that is in the bull itself cattle to a registered Red Anthrough the back generations,” gus herd. She was drawn to the Susan explained. Red Hill Red Angus due to their mild Crane, Mo. Angus strives to improve its temperament. “I like cows that I cattle’s EPDs with each gencan come out here and work by FEBRUARY 23, 2015

eration. Susan chooses AI bulls that possess good EPD numbers in marbling, carcass and calving ease. “The main priority for me is calving ease not just for myself but for the people who I sell bulls to,” explained Susan. Red Hill Angus Farms halter breaks each year’s bull crop and takes the bulls to Farmfest at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds each fall. Many of the breeders who buy bulls from Red Hill Angus Farms are repeat customers. “I feel proud that people comeback and that they are pleased with the cattle,” said Susan. Though Susan appreciates the lowermaintenance aspect of the Red Angus breed, she is quick to point out the necessity of giving cattle special care especially in the winter months. Red Hill Angus Farms does not feed its momma cows grain but the calves have free choice of grain in a creep feeder all winter long. Susan contends her momma cows fare better when the calves have the extra grain in the winter so they are not solely dependent on their momma’s milk for nutrition. In addition, at weaning, Red Hill Angus feeds each calf 10 pounds of grain a day for a month. “After a month, I cut the heifers to once a week but I continue to feed the bulls 8 to 10 pounds a day,” said Susan. Red Hill Angus emphasizes excellent care for herd bulls. “I always tell people when I sell them a bull, ‘Don’t take them home and pull them completely off feed because they are still growing and they need protein,’” Susan explained. Red Hill Angus Farms sticks to another winter ritual. Susan always unrolls hay for the calves to bed down on when it is cold, snowy or rainy. “Some people may think that is a waste but what if a calf gets sick with pneumonia and you lose one? The calf is worth more than a $40 bale of hay,” Susan said. Red Hill Angus Farms believes good care of your herd will pay off in many different avenues, including improved herd health and increased sale prices. But for Susan, it simply boils down to following her heart. “God gave man to dominion over animals and if we don’t take care of them, that’s wrong. God has blessed me with this herd. I am just His caretaker while I am here,” concluded Susan.

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sie, currently manage the herd and have worked for Pinegar Limousin since 1993. Since developing their herd of Limousin cattle, Pinegar Limousin has used artificial insemination and embryo transfer breeding techniques, which allows them to continue to improve their herd. “By using embryo transfers and AI we can propagate the very best genetics in a shorter amount of time and get multiple

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The buyer has to be comfortable with the product and it needs to make sense to them and their production goals. “It has to make sense to the buyer,” explained Ty, who is a Fullblood Limousin Alliance Director and a Missouri Limousin Breeders Association Director. “The buyer has to be comfortable with the product and it needs to make sense to them and their production goals. Customers will buy what fits their needs. Fullblood, Purebred and Lim-Flex genetics each bring unique characteristics to the table and can offer so many good traits that we believe it is crucial to be able to supply our customers with the best genetics the breed has to offer.” Another important part of the program at Pinegar Limousin is their show stock. James Henderson manages the cattle in the show barn for shows and sales. They have been successful in exhibiting numerous national champions and reserve champions as well as being named premier breeder and exhibitor at many of the top shows across the country.

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From national shows to local fairs the Leech family works together to develop champions in the Brangus breed Scott Leech, who lives west of Monett, Mo., maintains a purebred herd of Brangus beef cattle not only for the qualities of the breed, but also for the enrichment it brings to his family. Scott’s children, 13-year-old Colten and 9-year-old Jacy belong to both 4-H and the Junior Brangus Association. Colten said, “Ever

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Scott Leech, along with his parents, enjoy the quality time they get to spend as a family while watching his children, Colten and Jacy, train and show their purebred Brangus. (Pictured L to R: Scott, Jacy and Colten Leech)

since I was 7, I’ve been going to the Ju- have changed. They are squaring up the nior Nationals.” This summer will be hips, rather than having the rounded the third year that Jacy shows at the Ju- hips, and reducing the brisket. We are nior Nationals as well. The kids involve- losing some of the extra skin in the neck and naval.” Those traits are typically ment in the breed is just as seen in Brahma, which boasts posimuch reason for Scott to tive traits of good mothering and, enjoy and work at developabove all, heat tolerance. “We ing a championship quality saw a big growth of interest in herd, as having a quality herd Brangus during the drought of beef cattle. years of 2012 and 2013. You “When Sedalia had it’s 100- Monett, Mo. year fair celebration, Scott had the grand champion Brangus — Continued on Page 15

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McDonald County Historical Society preserves and shares the County’s cultural heritage One of the most interesting historical events in McDonald County occurred in 1961 when Missouri State Highway Commission left Pineville, Mo., and two other common tourist towns off the state Family Vacationland map. When questioned, the State told residents the area was too commercial. Ironically, the town had been selected as the site of the 1938 movie Jesse James starring Tyrone Power. McDonald County was selected because Liberty, where the events actually took place, no longer retained an authentic look while the Pineville Courthouse and the rest of the county most closely represented the 1860s.

McDonald County residents refused to passively accept their deletion off the map, so McDonald County drew up papers of secession and presented them to the state legislature, declaring itself the independent McDonald Territory. The County then elected officials, printed visas to issue to visitors, and printed and sold stamps. Exhibit Designer Committee Chair Lynn Tatum said, “The secession hit national news and we got more publicity and tourist traffic than if we had been on the map. The move certainly backfired on the State.” The 1871 courthouse is now home to the McDonald County Historical Museum.

Its third grand opening is Memorial Day weekend this May. While still in the developmental stages, the courthouse’s first floor museum plan is nearly complete and embodies a creative and appealing design philosophy. Each room is dedicated to an historical event or era unique to McDonald County and designed to contain a wow factor. It is more than rows of display cases with the intent being to bring history alive. The first room, called the Secession Room, features the movie set printing press as well as information about the secession. Across the hall, the Jesse James Room is a replica of the movie Dixie Belle Saloon set based upon a real local period saloon. The

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family artifacts, which now make up the heart of the room’s collection. The Strawberry Room focuses on the first half of the 20th Century when McDonald County was known as the strawberry capital of the world. Wagon loads of Roma strawberries filled boxcars that were subsequently shipped nationwide. A few local farmers still raise some of the heirloom berries, a highly prized gift. The room also features historical McDonald County photos that capture not only the time period but the personalities and lifestyle of the people. Not surprisingly, the courthouse contains three 9x12’ vaults once used for county record storage. Each one of these has been turned into a theme room. One is dedicated to law enforcement. It contains a Sheriff’s office and a replica of an old jail cell, definitely a favorite with youngsters. A plaque lists the names of every sheriff since the county was established in 1849. The second vault is the Theatre Room with old red velvet theatre chairs and drapes behind a large screen TV available for viewing videos and interviews such as one with Jean Bird. Lynn said, “Another purpose of the room is to serve as an inspiration to others because the museum will soon have equipment for residents’ use for their own oral histories which will serve as part of the museum offerings. We can’t wait to see the results.” The last room downstairs will soon follow and old-time soda fountain drugstore theme based upon a drugstore that used to exist across the street. The room will contain a parlor table and chairs as well as period Coca-Cola soda and banana split glassware. Plans for the upstairs rooms include a massive courthouse room with benches. It is intended to as service a community meeting center. The old judges’ chambers will be dedicated to one-room schoolhouses with the prosecuting attorney’s office featuring pictures and pieces from the 1930s. Lynn said, “Residents have been unbelievably supportive with both artifacts and money. We needed $3,000 for trim on the lower level and ended up raising $30,000 in six weeks. Pineville has been and always will be a strong community of close knit and generous residents.”

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meet your neighbors For the Farm and the Show Ring Continued from Page 10 didn’t see Brangus cows in the pond, they were still grazing even when it was hot.” Scott’s exposure to Brangus in the 1980s, when his dad put a Brangus bull on his commercial beef herd, helped him decide that it was a good breed to develop. “I really liked those calves. We had other bulls and I didn’t like them like I liked the calves that came from the Brangus bull,” said Scott. Scott started buying Brangus and showed for the first time at American Royal in Kansas City, Mo., 1996. This was the Brangus Association’s National Show and Scott’s bull gained the title of Division Champion. Scott, along with Colten and Jacy, look forward to the weeklong national show for Brangus producers. “They have activities all week for the kids,” said Scott. Colten, who will soon be old enough to participate in junior board involvement and activities, has friends all over the country. Colten enjoys learning about the breed and speaking about the qualities of the cattle, “They have great heat tolerance, are durable in all kinds of weather, and have good milking and high fertility.” Colten plans to continue his involvement with the breed association, as well as breeding and raising Brangus into his adulthood. Jacy loves the games and activities, too, and has a plaque for winning in a, “Jeopardy” style quiz event and other competitions available to youth competing at the national yearly event. Jacy also won a special frame for an award-winning photo of her family’s herd of Brangus. Jacy would like to be a teacher or a veterinarian when she grows up. Scott’s parents, Alice and Phil, also attend all the shows they can. The family attends the Ozark Empire Fair in Springfield, Mo., every year, and a few years ago the show date landed on Alice and Phil’s 50th wedding anniversary, “They announced it on the speaker during the show,” said Jacy. Alice said of the shows, “It keeps the family together and having fun.” Scott likes the families involved with showing, and the positive response they get from their experiences, “They had showmanship earFEBRUARY 23, 2015

ly one morning, and before the judge even placed them, he told the exhibitors they were all winners. That they all had gotten up and fed, washed and groomed their animals, and 90 percent of other kids weren’t even up yet.” Scott is currently maintaining a herd of quality rather than quantity, and culls through his offspring and only sells bulls

that he would want on his own herd, “If it’s not a bull that I wouldn’t want breeding my own cows, I take him to the sale barn.” Scott sells bulls off the farm, and displays halter trained calves for purchase at Farmfest at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds every year. A selling point for cattle producers looking at purebred bulls for their commercial herd, Scott

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More than Meets the Eye By Sherry Leverich Tucker

After experiencing the benefits of Red Poll cattle James Campbell is an advocate for the breed James Campbell’s herd of Red Poll offer more than meets the eye, “There’s a lot more going on inside that cow rather than just the color of its hide.” Though black-hided beef cattle dominate the stockyards, James, as well as others in the industry, are finding that attributes in different breed cattle should not be overlooked. James wife, Ledina, who works alongside her husband, said, “Red is the new black.”

dent of the American Red Poll Association, is an advocate of the breed and its versatile qualities, “I’d like to educate the new farmers about this breed. Red Poll brings so much value to a commercial herd.” Though the Campbells respect the breed for its positive characteristics, it is also a piece of James’ family heritage. “My grandpa had a herd of Red Poll,” said James, who now owns and farms the same farm of his grandparents. James

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Red Poll are an English breed that origi- grew up in a military family with a father nated from crossing two other breeds, “In that was a Green Beret during the Vietthe last quarter of the 18th century, they nam War era. James spent a lot of his crossed the red Norfolk, which was a polled childhood in Panama, but remembers beef breed, known for natural marbling on spending summers, and the duration that his father was in Vietnam, at that grass, with the Suffolk dun, family farm near Granby, Mo. which were the finest milkers James’ grandparents came to the in all of England,” explained farm in rural Granby in 1960, after James. “By 1846, they had dehis grandpa retired from Townley veloped a breed that was natuHardware in Wellington, Kan. rally polled, marbled on grass and Though they came from Kanwere heavy milkers. The first Red Granby, Mo. sas, his grandmother’s side has Poll came to the U.S. in 1873.” had a long presence in the James, who is currently vice presiOzarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com

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meet your neighbors area, “My great-grandmother and great-grandfather, were from southwest Missouri, and got married at Jolly Mill.” When James grew up, he joined the Navy and spent time living and working on submarines during his 24-year military career. When he got out, though his grandfather had passed away, he went to stay with his grandma, “I lived here with her the last two years of her life. I bought the farm from her, and went back to college The Red Poll, mahogany colored cattle are docile, feed efficient, excel in milk and got my degree in computer production, bringing quick calf weight networking and electronics.” gains, and are a cow with longevity and During that time, James started high fertility. helping his mom manage her commercial cattle. This is when he got his start with Red Poll. James explains other attributes, “They “I decided on Red Poll because my have thinner hides and smaller bones, grandpa was a very smart man and he so less feed has to go to maintain their always had Red Poll,” said James. He bodies and more can go to growth. They bought a Red Poll bull and put it on his are very feed efficient. Since the mommom’s mixed herd and immediately saw ma cows have good milk production, characteristics that he liked in the off- the calves grow faster and by 8 months, spring. James then started the transition they could be 650-700 pounds all just on of culling cows and keeping the Red Poll momma’s milk and grass.” influenced heifers. “In just a few years I As far as pasture maintenance and feedhad a docile herd, uniformed in size and ing, James has attended University of Miscolor with exceptional hybrid vigor.” souri Extension management-intensive James’ mother eventually liquidated her grazing school and is implementing rotaherd, which sold very well as a mostly tional grazing concepts. Because of their three-way cross of Red Poll, Charolais docile nature, Red Poll is an excellent and Gelbvieh. James continued on with choice for intensive grazing systems. “Right his herd development, “I bought six Red now I use temporary fencing, and have Poll cows from Kansas, which had ge- cool-season pastures seeded in endophytenetics that came from the Lazy S (Steve free fescue, perennial ryegrass and ladino Scott) breeding program.” James quickly clover. My warm-season pastures are Berbuilt his purebred herd, “In nine years I mudagrass.” Looking into the future, James went from six cows to 40 head by saving said, “My vision is to have 50 purebred Red back heifers.” Now, he is selling bulls and Poll grazing on my 140 acres in grass, 1/3 heifers, Ledina noted, “We sell most of warm season grass, 2/3 cool season grass.” them off the farm by word-of-mouth.” Recently, there has been positive publicJames explained that though Red Poll has ity published about Red Poll, especially been categorized as a beef breed since 1972, from chefs from big restaurants that are it was known before as a dual-purpose using the naturally tender, well-marbled breed. “They are good milkers, and have grass-fed beef. James would like to see high butterfat. Their milk is 4.5 percent more Red Poll producers maintaining butterfat and 3 percent protein.” The high- weight charts and DNA information so quality milk of Red Poll cattle produces that their breed genetic database will be high weaning weights from the calves and available to other breeders and the breed because of the tightness of the Red Poll will be ready to serve the needs for future genetics, F1 progeny from crosses exhibit breed development and growth within the astonishing heterosis. livestock industry. FEBRUARY 23, 2015

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Barry Slayton turns to science when making breeding decisions on his farm “Life’s about learning,” explained Barry Slayton. “If you’re not learning you are going backwards – and that applies to all areas of life these days.” When Barry started raising beef cattle in 1975 with a commercial herd, he continued to learn and grow and adapt livestock to what worked for him. “I was working

Slayton Farms located in Rover, Mo., got their first SimAngus bulls about nine years ago. They currently have about 75 cows and replacement heifers. “We keep our own replacement heifers, minus the average 10 percent cull animals.” One of the reasons the Slaytons like the SimAngus breed is that they can be registered. “The Simmental Association allows

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registration of percentage animals, meaning anything that is 1/8 Simmental can be registered with the Simmental Association,” he explained. “They also have total herd reporting, where we report on every animal, every year. We report birth weights, weaning weights, height, docility, to name a few SimAngus Cattle As time progressed and Barry had the and we get EPDs back on all that information, even on the percentage animals. opportunity to retire, he got “Through this we have realized more involved with registhat an 1/8 to 1/2 Simmental cross tered beef cattle. “I like Red maximizes hybrid vigor,” he exAngus for their adaptabilplained. “You automatically get ity but was always looking for about a 10 percent spurt in more hybrid vigor. I really liked growth just because of the red Simmentals for their heat Rover, Mo. cross breeding.” tolerance and the cross is a great fit for the Ozarks,” he said. full time and adjusted my livestock production to what worked for me and my work schedule. I’ve raised feeder pigs, Holstein heifers and even backgrounded steers for a while,” he explained.

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Twenty-eight days after we do the AI work, we can pull blood, UPS it to the lab and have results back in three days confirming a pregnancy or not. So if they are not pregnant, we run them with the herd bulls and test again. The Association and Science

“The Simmental Association is very science based. They use EPDs and genetic testing to continue to improve the breed,” Barry reasoned. “The association actually utilizes DNA testing in herd bulls to verify parentage and genetics. They can review the accuracy of generations back five to six generations and can determine what calves the bulls should produce based on their genes. They have genes mapped and know based on the genes in the DNA, if they might have calves with better milking EPDs, growth EPDs, etc,” Barry explained. He also utilizes artificial insemination (AI) to improve genetics in his herd. “We use fixed-time AI for all our heifers and a few of our cows, with most of them scheduled to calve starting March 1 through April,” he explained. “We have a small herd that calve in the fall, starting in mid-August.” Another scientific option they use at Slayton Farms is a blood test for pregnancy. “Twenty-eight days after we do the AI work, we can pull blood, UPS it to the lab and have results back in three days confirming a pregnancy or not,” Barry explained. “So if they are not pregnant, we run them with the herd bulls and test again. From here we can keep our records concerning AI breeding or if our herd bull bred them,” he added. “It’s a really simple and effective option for our herd.”

Other advice from Barry included starting small and finding cost effective improvements that can be done gradually. “You can’t go out there and do it all at

meet your neighbors once and you have to know that,” he reasoned. “In this world, we are so used to instant gratification, but in farming instant progress isn’t available. When you have to wait at least nine months for a calf and then wait a few years for that calf to produce another offspring to get tried and true EPDs and genetics, you realize quickly that farming is a long-term investment. But it is an investment Barry is proud

to be a part of. “Every day is a good day in the Ozarks,” he chuckled. “And I’m happy to be living in the middle of my dream,” he said as he scanned the pastures. “I’ve always been a farmer at heart and I’m proud to be able to live and work that lifestyle.

Education and Learning

“One of the most important things for farmers and agriculturalists today is to stay on the leading-edge of science,” reasoned Barry. “There are lots of journals and magazines to read and learn from and I’m a supporter of the University of Missouri Extension and local cattlemen associations. These are all venues for education and knowledge for farmers. This is how we learn about what works and what doesn’t,” he added. FEBRUARY 23, 2015

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When stepping in the show ring the docile nature of the Santa Gertrudis breed is perfect for Britney Shields Britney Shields is a typical farm girl. She lives and works on her parent’s farm in La Russell, Mo., in Jasper County, and attends college at Missouri State University’s West Plains campus. She’s done her time with 4-H and FFA. She might be the only young lady in this small community who raises and shows Santa Gertrudis cattle. The breed is probably best known for being developed on the large south-Texas-based King Ranch. With more than 10 years in the The Shields have about show ring Britney Shields has 40-45 cows in all, scat- Photo by Vince Crunk proven herself, she exhibited tered between their La the 2012 Junior National Heifer Russell property, some rental acreage Calf Champion. nearby and a grandmother’s farm in Billings, Mo. The La Russell farm is home to the pri- but if she doesn’t act right, it’s not going mary show cattle. to matter.” And show is what Britney does best Britney’s first show animal was actually and has been doing since she was about a bull. “We were kind of skeptical of her 10 years old, about the time her family showing a bull the first time,” shared her switched to Santa Gertrudis, or “Gerts” dad. “But he was a pretty calm docile as she and her dad, Bruce, both say when bull and she said ‘I want to do it.’” referring to their beloved breed. The docility of the breed makes them Showing to Sell ideal show cattle. “There is Having a good bull or a great heifer not a Gert herd that you helps with another important ascan’t go out and pet them pect of raising cattle, selling them. all. You have to push them Britney explained, “At the out of the way.” Britney conshows people come by and ask tinued, “We’ve only had a if we have anything available. handful that we couldn’t break. La Russell, Mo. We’ve sold a lot through You can have the best heifer — Continued on Page 24 out there (in the show ring)

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Amanda Houp Family: Amanda lives in Ash Grove, Mo., with her husband, Austin, and son, Eli. Town in the Day: “I’ve been teaching English at Ash Grove High School for four years, also coaching cross-country. I taught 8th grade at Mt. Vernon for a couple of years. “Being a teacher is something I am passionate about. I enjoy working with kids and helping them learn, helping them grow; not only in the educational environment but teaching them how to be smart and compassionate citizens. “My goal is to get their brains working but also to get their hearts working.” Town in Evenings and Weekends: “We work in Soulfire, a newer ministry in Ash Grove. It started as a youth ministry, to kids without a church home, that wanted a different way of church. Church should be interactive and fun, to hear about Jesus and (have) it be a real and important part of their life. “My husband, Austin, plays guitar in the church band. I’ve led several Bible studies. We help out serving food. We do a backpack program for kids here in Ash Grove and Everton. It’s a weekend program and we pack more than 200 bags. It is one thing to pray for them (the kids), but another thing to fill their tummies.” In the Country: “I always had a passion for horses even when I was little. Some girls draw the perfect wedding. Not me, I drew the perfect barn.” Amanda has a degree in Equestrian Science from William Woods University in Fulton. Amanda and her husband Austin (with help from 1-year-old Eli) run Hope Acres, a riding and training facility. “Hope Acres came from a Scripture, ‘There being acres of hope God gives us.’ We can rest on these acres of hope. It is 3-acres next to Ash Grove High School. “Right now I have some kids between 4 and 8 years old. They are beginner beginners. I teach them how to interact with horses and how to ride. I’d really love to have adults, some teenagers or even retired people. “I do hunters and jumpers. That’s the English-style riding I was trained in. It’s fun to get to jump over things. “I want people to come here and connect with horses and my family and me and find peace and encouragement and success.

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Midwest - High Plains Direct Slaughter Cattle 110.00-155.00* 1

Buffalo Livestock Market

120.00-159.00 † 1

Douglas County Livestock Interstate Regional Stockyards

105.00-133.00 †

Joplin Regional Stockyards

116.00-148.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

129.00-143.00 †

Lebanon Livestock Auction

125.00-140.00*

Mo-Ark - Exeter

129.00-140.00*

130.00-142.00

South Central Regional Stockyards

100

120

slaughter

140

160

180

cows

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87.00-115.00*

Buffalo Livestock Market Douglas County Livestock

85.00-117.00 † 85.00-120.00 †

Interstate Regional Stockyards Joplin Regional Stockyards

85.00-126.00 † 89.00-124.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction Lebanon Livestock Auction

100.00-120.00*

Mo-Ark - Exeter

95.00-120.00*

MO-KAN Livestock Market

96.00-121.00 †

Ozarks Regional Stockyard

81.00-121.00 † 78.00-111.00 †

South Central Regional

80.50-129.00 † 8

Springfield Livestock Marketing

cow/calf

110

130

150

pairs

(Week of 2/8/15 to 2/14/15) Buffalo Livestock Market

None Reported* None Reported †

Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava

None Reported †

Interstate Regional Stockyards

2300.00-3000.00 †

Joplin Regional Stockyards Kingsville Livestock Auction

None Reported

Lebanon Livestock Auction

None Reported*

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None Reported

MO-KAN Livestock Market - Butler

None Reported

South Central Regional Springfield Livestock Market

2000

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1075.00-2125.00 † 1850.00-2085.00 †

Interstate Regional Stockyards Joplin Regional

1125.00-2375.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

None Reported †

MO-KAN Livestock Market - Butler Ozarks Regional

Heifers, Med. & Lg. 1

1100.00-3475.00 † 1500.00-1950.00

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1090.00-2275.00 †

Springfield Live

300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs.

None Reported*

Mo-Ark - Exeter

1000

Holsteins, Lg. 3

2200.00-2500.00*

Lebanon Livestock Auction

Ava Douglas County† 2/12/15

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1650.00-2275.00

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3000

Replacement Cows: Fresh and Milking Cows: Supreme ind 1975.00, ind Jersey 1800.00, ind crossbred 1700.00, Approved 1575.00-1750.00, crossbreds 1300.00-1425.00, Medium 1350.00-1475.00, Common 900.00-1200.00. Springer Cows: Supreme ind 1750.00, Approved 1525.00-1700.00, few Jerseys 1675.00-1725.00, Medium few 1300.00-1320.00, crossbreds 1200.00-1475.00, Common 800.00-1000.00. Bred Cows: Supreme 1775.00-2000.00, Approved 1450.00-1625.00, Medium 1100.00-1400.00, crossbreds 1150.00-1400.00, Common few Jerseys 700.00-1010.00. Baby Calves: Holstein heifers scarce, Holstein bulls 335.00-460.00, small 185.00-300.00, Crossbred heifers scarce, Crossbred bulls few 350.00-375.00, small 150.00310.00.

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Springfield, Mo. • Springfield Livestock Marketing Center 1/27/15

Receipts: 715 The demand was good and the supply moderate. There were 15 percent springer heifers, 16 percent bred heifers, 18 percent open heifers, 08 percent fresh and milking cows, 08 percent bred and springer cows, and 06 percent baby calves. The balance was steers, bulls and slaughter cows. Several milking cows and bred heifers sold by the pound. Prices reported on a per head basis and for Holsteins unless noted otherwise. Springer Heifers bred seven to nine months: Supreme 1800.00-2050.00. ind crossbred 2010.00, Approved 1500.00-1750.00, few crossbreds 1700.00-1775.00, Medium 1300.00-1475.00, crossbreds 1250.00-1550.00, Common 860.00-1225.00, crossbreds 900.00-1200.00. Heifers bred three to six months: Supreme 1785.002150.00, Approved 1475.00-1700.00, few Jerseys 1225.00-1300.00, few crossbreds 1285.00-1535.00, Medium 1200.00-1425.00, few crossbreds 1100.00-1150.00, Common 700.00-1050.00, few Jerseys 925.00-1000.00. Heifers bred one to three months: Approved few 1300.00-1560.00, Medium few 1025.00-1050.00, ind crossbred 1175.00, Common 760.00- 950.00. Open Heifers: Approved 170-295 lbs 475.00-535.00, 325-370 lbs 560.00- 650.00, ind Jersey 365 lbs 535.00, few crossbreds 535.00, 401-451 lbs 685.00- 775.00, few crossbreds 585.00-675.00, 508-520 lbs 760.00- 875.00, lot of 16 head 580 lbs 925.00, 615-685 lbs 810.00960.00, 713-796 lbs 1000.00-1160.00, Medium and Common Open Heifers were scarce.

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5000

300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs.

Butler Mo-Kan Livestock† 2/12/15

Cuba Interstate Regional† 2/10/15

2/5/15

Receipts: 1325 Supply was moderate Demand very good. The supply included 21 percent slaughter and feeder lambs; 10 percent slaughter ewes and bucks; 5 percent replacement ewes and pairs; 50 percent kid goats; 10 percent slaughter nannies and billies; 4 percent replacement nannies. All prices per hundred weight unless noted otherwise. Sheep: Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3 wooled nontraditional 50-80 lbs 240.00-265.00; 80-90 lbs 235.00247.50; traditional 122-128 lbs 150.00, hair lambs 40-50 lbs 285.00-310.00; 50-60 lbs 295.00-305.00; 60-70 lbs 255.00-267.50; 70-80 lbs 230.00-275.00; 80-100 lbs 185.00-235.00; 110-125 lbs 150.00-180.00. Feeder/Stocker Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2 hair 2040 lbs 255.00-315.00; 40-50 lbs 230.00-260.00. Slaughter Ewes: Utility and Good 1-3 wooled 115-167 lbs 87.50-92.50, hair 75-95 lbs 100.00-150.00; 100-180 lbs fleshy 85.00-105.00. Slaughter Bucks: Medium and Large 1-2 hair135-175 lbs 77.50-105.00. Replacement Sheep: Medium and Large 1-2 wooled 145-178 lbs 90.00-100.00; hair 80-160 lbs 100.00125.00 cwt. Pairs: hair 65.00-85.00 per head.

stocker & feeder

Buffalo Livestock Auction* 2/14/15

goats

Diamond, Mo. • TS Whites Sheep and Goat Sale

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Ozarks Regional Stockyard

South Central Regional

2/12/15

Receipts: 401 At this month’s special dairy sale at the Producers Auction Yard, demand was good on a moderate supply. The supply consisted of 5 percent Springer Heifers, 7 percent Bred Heifers, 31 percent Open Heifers, 4 percent Fresh and Milking Cows, 1 percent Bred Cows and 20 percent baby calves. The balance was made up of weigh cows and beef animals. All quotes are on a per head basis for Holsteins unless noted otherwise. Springer Heifers Bred Seven to Nine Months: Supreme 1750.00-1925.00, Jersey 1500.00-1575.00, Approved 1475.00-1650.00, Jersey 1375.00-1425.00, Medium Individual 1275.00, Crossbred pair 1300.001375.00, Common 1100.00-1175.00. Heifers Bred Four to Six Months: Supreme Individual Crossbred 1700.00, Approved 1600.00-1650.00, Ind Jersey 1375.00, Ind Crossbred 1450.00, Medium 1175.00-1400.00, Ind Jersey 1175.00, Ind Crossbred 1175.00. Heifers Bred One to Three Months: Approved Individual 1325.00, Medium Individual Crossbred 1225.00. Open heifers: Approved 200-300 lbs 575.00-760.00, Crossbreds 525.00-550.00, 300-400 lbs 660.00-800.00, Pair Crossbreds 720.00, Pair Jerseys 650.00, 400-500 lbs 825.00-850.00, Ind Crossbred 785.00, 500-600 lbs 825.00-1030.00, Ind Crossbred 925.00, Ind Shorthorn 970.00, 600-700 lbs 975.00-1075.00, 700-800 lbs 1110.00-1250.00, Shorthorn 1210.00, 800-900 lbs Ind Crossbred 1200.00, 900-1000 lbs 1150.00-1275.00, Medium 200-300 385.00-425.00, Ind Crossbred 430.00, Pair Jerseys 420.00, 300-400 Individual Crossbred 470.00, 500-600 Individual 700.00, 600-700 Individual 825.00, 700-800 Individual Crossbred 975.00, 800-900

Individual 1025.00. Fresh Milking Heifers and Cows: Supreme Ind 2275.00, Ind Crossbred 1725.00, Ind Jersey 1685.00, Approved Ind 1550.00, Pair Jerseys 1525.00, Crossbreds 1400.00-1475.00, Medium 1400.00-1475.00, Jerseys 1050.00-1350.00, Common Ind 1200.00, Ind Crossbred 900.00. Bred and Springer Cows: Supreme None, Approved Individual 1575.00, Medium Ind 1375.00, Ind Crossbred 1200.00, Ind Jersey 1375.00, Common Individual 900.00. Baby Calves: Holstein Heifers 235.00-290.00, Holstein Bulls Large 280.00-340.00, Small 130.00-270.00, Jersey Heifers 280.00-310.00, Jersey Bulls 110.00190.00, Crossbred Heifers Large 300.00-370.00, Small 200.00-275.00, Crossbred Bulls 250.00-360.00, Small 155.00-210.00

None Reported*

Mo-Ark - Exeter

cattle

Norwood, Mo. • Producers Auction Yards

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118.00-146.50 †

Springfield Livestock Marketing

dairy

109.00-145.00*

Ozarks Regional Stockyard

2/15/15

5 Area (Tx-Ok, Ks, Neb, Ia, Colo) Live Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 158.50-162.50; wtd. avg. price 161.30. Heifers: 159.00-163.00; wtd. avg. price 161.59. Dressed Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 254.00-262.00; wtd. avg. price 256.46. Heifers: 253.00-258.00; wtd. avg. price 256.20.

113.00-149.00 †

MO-KAN Livestock Market

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308.00-338.00 280.00-317.50 258.00-285.00 234.00-247.50 205.00-215.00

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309.00-316.50 272.00-308.00 234.00-271.00 219.50-236.50 204.50-212.50

315.00-355.00 285.00-316.00 264.00-299.00 209.00-230.00 202.00-230.00

306.00-330.00 272.00-306.00 239.00-305.00 220.00-259.50 200.00-229.00

325.00-327.00 295.00-336.00 265.00-298.00 224.00-259.50 200.00-235.50

300.00-347.00 283.00-317.00 235.00-303.00 205.00-247.00 195.00-217.00

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310.00 258.00-273.00 224.00-255.00 205.00-224.00 205.00

260.00-292.50 231.50-265.00 210.00-261.00 210.75-213.85 188.75-194.00

281.00-307.00 250.00-289.00 222.00-248.00 200.00-225.00 185.00-195.00

260.00-311.00 240.00-295.00 210.00-244.00 203.00-230.00 183.00-203.50

295.00-335.00 273.00-311.00 239.00-286.00 197.85-231.00 187.50-206.00

280.00-308.00 240.00-282.00 205.00-256.00 190.00-213.00 194.00

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e and Prime 2-3 wooled non00-265.00; 80-90 lbs 235.0028 lbs 150.00, hair lambs 40-50 lbs 295.00-305.00; 60-70 lbs 230.00-275.00; 80-100 lbs bs 150.00-180.00. Medium and Large 1-2 hair 20-50 lbs 230.00-260.00. and Good 1-3 wooled 115-167 95 lbs 100.00-150.00; 100-180

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Mo. Weekly Weaner & Feeder Pig

2/13/15

Receipts: 11,379 Weaner pigs mostly steady with lower undertone. Supply light and demand moderate. (Prices Per Head.) Early weaned pigs 10 lb. base weights, FOB the farm 0% negotiated 4072 head, 10 lbs, 36.00-46.00, weighted average 42.63. Early weaned pigs 10 lb base weights, Delivered 75% negotiated, 7307 head, 10 lbs, 46.13-60.00, weighted average 51.33. Feeder pigs in all lot sizes, FOB 0% negotiated, No Sales Reported.

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300.00-347.00 283.00-317.00 235.00-303.00 205.00-247.00 195.00-217.00

2/13/15

After near record highs late last week, farmers were reminded it is still winter as light snow and single digit temperatures arrived late this week. Hay movement remains light as many hay piles will easily last till grass arrives. There is an abundance of hay for sale from very low quality hay which would require added nutrients, to very high quality dairy hay. The supply of hay is moderate to heavy and demand is light. Prices are steady. The Missouri Department of Agriculture has a hay directory available for both buyers and sellers. To be listed, or for a directory visit http://mda.mo.gov/abd/haydirectory/ or for current listings of hay http://agebb.missouri.edu/haylst/ (All prices f.o.b. and per ton unless specified and on most recent reported sales price listed as round bales based generally on 5x6 bales with weights of approximately 1200-1500 lbs). Supreme quality Alfalfa (RFV <185): 180.00-200.00. Premium quality Alfalfa (RFV 170-180): 150.00-190.00. Good quality Alfalfa (RFV 150-170): 120.00-160.00. Fair quality Alfalfa (RFV 130-150): 100.00-120.00. Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 75.00-95.00. Fair to Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 40.00-65.00. Fair quality Mixed Grass hay: 20.00-35.00 per large round bale. Fair to Good quality Bromegrass: 50.00-70.00. Wheat straw: 3.00-6.00 per small square bale.

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382.50 270.00-322.50 249.00-292.00 217.00-247.00 195.00-211.50

Vienna South Central† 2/11/15

----275.00-306.00 237.00-279.00 207.50-253.00 197.50-222.00

West Plains Ozarks Regional† 2/10/15

253.36 260.71

255.93 264.37 259.27

310.00-345.00 280.00-315.00 262.50-297.00 222.00-250.00 207.00-220.00

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231.32 229.73 209.30 220.61

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257.73

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295.00-335.00 273.00-311.00 239.00-286.00 197.85-231.00 187.50-206.00

280.00-308.00 240.00-282.00 205.00-256.00 190.00-213.00 194.00

262.50-285.00 230.00-271.00 211.00-244.00 190.00-212.00 181.00-191.00

277.50-300.00 232.00-269.00 212.00-252.00 196.00-220.00 188.00-195.00

270.00-310.00 245.00-272.50 220.00-260.00 206.00-223.00 200.00-216.00

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233.97

262.88

244.18 265.94 271.46 277.30

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210.98

257.46

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Week of 1/18/15

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Mo. Weekly Hay Summary

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Kingsville Livestock Auction† 2/10/15

325.00-327.00 295.00-336.00 265.00-298.00 224.00-259.50 200.00-235.50

Interior Missouri Direct Hogs

Estimated Receipts: 285 Supply and demand are light to moderate. Compared to Friday’s close: barrows and gilts are steady to 1.00 lower. Base carcass meat price: 54.00. Sows (cash prices): steady to 1.00 higher, 300-500 lbs. 30.00-34.00, over 500 lbs. 34.00-38.00.

2/13/15

Cheese: Barrels closed at $1.4850 and 40# blocks at $1.5300. The weekly average for barrels is $1.4815 (-.0060) and blocks, $1.5320 (-.0030). Fluid Milk: Milk production at the farm level is steady to seasonally increasing across the West, Northwest, Midwest, and East. California production remains strong. Weather remains a transportation concern in the Northeast, contributing to a rise in Class I sales. Class I sales are steady throughout the East and Midwest and seasonally active to mixed in the West, with lower sales reported in Arizona. Processors’ milk intakes are heavy. Farmers are taking note of lower class and component prices. SPOT PRICES OF CLASS II CREAM: $ PER POUND BUTTERFAT, F.O.B., producing plants, Upper Midwest $1.9883-2.2413.

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2/5/15

$200

Week of 2/8/15

Sheep and Goat Sale

dairy & fed cattle

National Dairy Market

Feeder pigs in all lot sizes, Delivered 100% negotiated, No Sales Reported. *Early weaned pigs are under 19 days old. **Most lots of feeder pigs have a sliding value from the negotiated weight basis which is calculated on the actual average weight of the load plus or minus .25-.40 per pound. Some early weaned lots have a slide of .50-1.00 per pound.

Week of 1/18/15

goats

Goats: Slaughter Classes: Kids Selection: 1 40-60 lbs 280.00-305.00; 60-70 lbs 290.00-300.00; Selection 1-2 70-80 lbs 265.00-280.00; Selection 2 40-50 lbs 215.00-270.00; 50-70 lbs 275.00-287.50.00; Selection 3 40-60 lbs 185.00-250.00; 80-90 lbs 140.00-190.00. Does/Nannies: Selection 1 100-148 lbs 120.00-155.00; Selection 2 75-92 lbs 155.00-175.00; Selection 3 78-158 lbs 130.00-155.00; Pygmy 45-75 lbs 165.00-180.00. Billies: Selection 1-2 105-180 lbs 140.00-155.00; Selection 2-3 Aged Weathers 90-162 lbs 152.50-235.00; Selection 3 55-145 lbs 130.00150.00. Replacement Nannies: Selection 1 100-160 lbs 160.00-175.00. Stocker/Feeder Kids: Selection 2 20-30 lbs 250.00-280.00; 30-40 lbs 255.00-285.00; Selection 3 20-30 lbs 225.00-245.00; 30-40 lbs 205.00-240.00.

Week of 1/25/15

550-600 lb. steers

$240

Week of 2/1/15

75.00-2000.00, Approved m 1100.00-1400.00, crossbreds on few Jerseys 700.00-1010.00. eifers scarce, Holstein bulls .00-300.00, Crossbred heifers w 350.00-375.00, small 150.00-

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sh and Milking Cows: Supreme 800.00, ind crossbred 1700.00, 00, crossbreds 1300.00-1425.00, 0, Common 900.00-1200.00. e ind 1750.00, Approved seys 1675.00-1725.00, Medium ssbreds 1200.00-1475.00, Com-

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meet your neighbors Marketing through the Ring Continued from Page 20 shows. We’ll put up signs if we have bulls something,’ she makes sure she does her available.” Britney said they sell maybe 12 best to do it. She’s real picky when it comes to showing her animals and getbulls a year. “We price them as good as we can. ting them ready.” Where does this young woman go There’s quality most places you go but you have to pay the price for it. We want peo- next? “I’m going to MSU in Springfield, Mo., next fall to major in Ag Business ple to come back. We don’t overprice.” Bruce added, “Most people are looking – entrepreneurship and a minor in Animal Science. I’d like to do ET for a bull that is clean, healthy, and AI work, hands-on. good boned to breed to Maybe get an interntheir commercial ship with someone cattle. People are like Genex.” looking for someThe Shields thing to put size We’re just already practice on their calves. getting better. We’ll embryo transfer They want to continue to raise high using another take a load of champion cow calves to the quality. We have a really as the donor. sale barn that good foundation and Britney comare bigger and we’ll continue to mented, “We’re bring them just getting betmore money.” build on it. ter. We’ll continue Gert birthto raise high quality. weights are in the – Britney Shields We have a really good low 60s to 70s with foundation and we’ll congood, easy calving. tinue to build on it.” “They are relatively small Dad added, “Some breeders calves but they gain fast.” Bruce have been in the business for continued, “It is nothing to wean 25-30 years. We’ve just been in it a calf off at 750 pounds.“ a short time. We’re still learning but Showing to Show doing pretty well.” In her younger days there was For many, show season is summers. For a skeptic about Britney’s futhe Shields, it can be a year round thing. ture in the show ring. Bruce shares Bruce noted, “When we go to a show, the story, “We bought some cows from it’s kind of our vacation.” Britney added, a guy in Kansas and he told his wife, ‘I “At the shows, the people are great. We don’t believe that girl will ever be able don’t look at them as friends; we look at to show those animals, she’s too timid.’” them as family. With more than 10 years in the show “We love what we do. We spend every ring and ample recognition, Britney has weekend with the cattle. If we are not at proven herself. In the 2012 Junior Na- a show, we’re out here until it gets dark. tionals she won Heifer Calf Champion. The Gert breed doesn’t get a lot of publicBruce added, “Awhile back I was down ity but it’s a great breed. Not just for the in Tulsa, Okla., for a show and I saw cattle but for the people too. It’s a great him. I told him ‘I guess she proved you breed to be a part of,” Britney concluded. wrong, didn’t she?’” “I’ve learned how strong-willed my daughter is. If she says ‘I’m going to do

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Creating the Future with Beefmaster By Lynzee Glass

Vaughn Family Farms introduces new genetics into their herd by breeding up “The best way to predict your future is to create it.” Many people have heard this famous quote but how many people actually live by the words? Jason Bates, general manger of Vaughn Family Farms manages the Beefmaster herd by this philosophy. “It’s true,” said Jason in regards to the quote. “It’s how we think around here. A cow has to prove herself, if she doesn’t then we try something different.” It all started in 1995 when Davin and Gail Vaughn established Vaughn Family Farms outside Mount Vernon, Mo. Davin and Gail live on the farm with their two children, Kelly and Lauren. Over the years Davin has become very involved and dedicated to the breed. Davin is on the Beefmaster Breeders United Board of Directors, president of Beefmaster Educational Endowment Foundation and president of Central States Beefmaster Breeders Association. The Vaughns aspired to develop and produce high-quality replacement beef females and highperforming bulls. They selected Beefmaster cattle based on their resistance to heat and drought, improved docility, fescue tolerance, maternal attributes as well as high pre and post weaning gain. “We are currently introducing Angus genetics into the herd to develop a registered Beefmaster Advancer. There are two main reasons for this,” Jason explained. “One, cattle are more accepted in this part of the country if they show less of the Bos indicus influence. Two, we are able to influx new genetics with added carcass value and then breed up. After three generations the cows are registered Beefmaster. Gene pools aren’t getting any bigger, this allows us to introduce new genetics using proven, predictable, high-quality Angus and Red Angus genetics.” This composite breed offers a level of hybrid vigor that is hard to match. Jason continued, “This cross is uniquely and ideally suited for this country. We are able to capture the maternal attributes from Jason Bates, General Manager

the Beefmaster and improve carcass merit from the Angus genetics, and because of the cross we are able to obtain a high level of retained heterosis. “Heterosis is the only ‘free lunch’ in the cattle business,” Jason reasoned. “It’s the only time 2+2=5. Because of the high level of heterosis we are able to wean off heavier calves. It’s free pounds.” Other qualities that make the Beefmaster suited for this part of the country are their heat tolerance and parasite resistance. “Bos indicus cattle have a higher tolerance for hot fescue, their temperature doesn’t rise as much as straight English or Continental cattle,” said Jason. To develop their Advancer herd Vaughn Family Farms utilizes embryo transfers and artificial insemination. “Flushing our best cows is the fastest way to increase genetic merit. We have to experiment and learn from real world experiences so we can find what works,” explained Jason. Vaughn Family Farms puts embryos in a large percentage of their registered and commercial cows. Jason said, “Using registered cows and high-quality bulls for clean up we are still able to get a marketable, registered calf if the embryo doesn’t take.” He continued, “We are very hard on our cows and Photos by Lynzee Glass we are very selective when we choose what cows we are going to use as donors. We merchandise our cattle based on performance, they have to meet our criteria or they’re gone.” In order to know which animals meet their criteria, Vaughn Family Farms turns to data. “We ultrasound all our calves at yearling. It is important to record the good data as well as the data on our cull animals. This gives us a more complete measurement of contemporary groups, so we know how to continue improving. These ratios have a major impact on EPDs, more than anything else, and improve accuracies,” explained Jason. The objective at Vaughn Family Farms is to produce bulls that will excel in the commercial cattle industry. They develop their bulls at Rose Bud Feeders in Arkansas, where they are performance tested in the spring and graze on grass throughout the summer. “Our goal is to market 150 bulls a year during the Central States Beefmaster Breeders Association Performance Bull Test and Sale the first week in November.” Productivity is key not only when examining genetics but also in the way the cattle are managed. “We want to become as efficient as we can withMount Vernon, Mo. out sacrificing quality,” concluded Jason. “We invest a great deal of money into our genetics and development and we stand behind our products.”

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Zoey Guffey Parents: Stephanie and Stacy Guffey Hometown: Bakersfield, Mo. School: Bakersfield High School Grade: 10 FFA Advisor: Lyn Cotter What do you like best about the agricultural life? “Just getting to go out and do things that other kids don’t get to do every day, like having the ability to help out with the cattle, having my own start in life. I have my own cows – just the ability to do that. I like being independent and responsible.” Do you think you might make a career out of agriculture? “Oh, definitely. For a long time I wanted to be a vet, but the older I get the more I look at embryo transplants. My dad, just today, took a cow to flush. I just think it’s cool. I’ve wanted to do that for years, but now that I’ve been with more registered cattle and the AI genetics and all that, the AI and embryo transplanting seems really cool and something I would love doing. Although, I plan to go to college, the embryo transplant is a specific thing, like a trade school, and I would have to go to that.” 4-H Involvement: “I started in 4-H when I was 6 as a Clover Kid, and I was showing when I was 8. I’ve been in 4-H except for the last year when I started with FFA.” FFA Involvement: “I always knew I was going to be in FFA. It isn’t just agriculture, of course. FFA has given me a lot of leadership skills and has given me several opportunities to practice that. I’m an FFA officer this year, so that’s given me a good boost in FFA. I’ve also learned how to give speeches.”

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Who has been the most influential person in your life? “I’d have to say my father and my mom both, and my uncle. When I was younger, maybe about 4 or 5, I started taking care of my own cattle. I had one calf and I’d take the feed out. That’s where I started, that’s where my profit came from to start my own herd.” How do you feel that the agricultural industry will change in your lifetime? “Kids today aren’t getting as involved in ag as they used to be. I’m thinking that the population of teens involved in agriculture in the future, like in 10 to 15 years, might decrease. But I don’t want that at all. I wish there could be more young people in ag.” Story and Photo By Jack and Pam Fortner

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of a monitored plan. Someone wise once said that a goal without a plan is just a dream. Here are some reasons why our dreams often don’t come true: • We work in our business more than we work on it. By Adam Wolfe, CPA • We don’t have financial records that can help us learn from our past. • We focus narrowly on paying no tax, and we cost ourselves in f you read this column regularly, you know that there are the long-run. a couple of things I mention a lot: good planning is cru• We draw money for ourselves at levels that harm the operation. cial, and it’s important to schedule financial checkups in the • We are poor managers of time. same way you schedule physical ones. With that being said, • We don’t keep up with changing technologies or farming practices. how’s your vision? • We don’t bring the next generation in early enough. Vision, in a business-planning sense, is the difference between • We don’t define roles for family members involved in the an organized agribusiness owner and a disorganized one. It is the Adam Wolfe, CPA farming business. difference between a farm that thrives for generations and one is the Partner & Tax By sitting down and thinking, intentionally and critically, about that struggles more and more with each passing year. So how can Director of Bobby where you want your farm to be in 5 years, 10 years and 20 years, you you help your agribusiness thrive? Medlin, CPA and works will be forced to think through the obstacles you’ll face along the way. in the firm’s Lake Ozark In life, as in business, people with written plans accomplish their branch. Adam has When you identify those obstacles in advance, you will think about goals far more effectively than people who fail to write them down worked at the firm’s finding the right advisors to help, you will communicate better with – not because putting words on paper guarantees a positive outLake Ozark branch important people in your life, and will start early to develop solutions. come, but because people who take the time to draw themselves a since 2010. As you develop a business plan, allocate appropriate amounts of your road map have something to follow; and people who set off withprofit to each area of the plan, and re-check your vision periodically. out direction tend to take wrong turns. If you aren’t a planner, please know that you are not alone. Eighty percent of Written goals are to your business vision what a good pair of eyeglasses are to your physical people don’t have any distinguishable goals; 16 percent of people have them but vision – a way to sharpen focus and have confidence in what you see. As good glasses need don’t write them down; and only 4 percent of people have written goals that are part replaced over time, planning also is a process of constant evaluation. Why not start now?

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On Call By Dr. Mike Bloss, DVM

pring calving season is just around the corner. This also means calving problems and the need to intervene and assist in the delivery of the calf. While this may seem a straightforward procedure, many things can make for a more difficult and less successful outcome. Here are several misDr. Mike Bloss, DVM, owns takes made before, during and after calving that and operates Countryside can lead to problems for the calf and the cow. Animal Clinic with his wife, Do not use sawdust or newspaper Kristen Bloss, DVM. The for bedding your calving area. mixed animal practice is Calves can inhale sawdust, causing lung located in Aurora, Mo. damage. It can also get into the cow’s reproductive tract, causing infection. Newspaper sticks like glue to a wet newborn calf. Use straw bedding for the best environment. Avoid moving cows/heifers multiple times when they are in labor. Research has shown that labor time can be increased as much as 9-16 hours by moving during Stage 2 labor (the water bag is showing). Now I know that sometimes moving during Stage 2 labor is unavoidable; give the cow or heifer some time to get accustomed to her new surroundings so that labor can resume. Do not rupture the water bag. Contrary to some popular beliefs, rupturing the water bag does not speed up calving. Rupturing the sac can decrease uterine contractions due to decreased internal pressure. The fluid also cushions the calf’s head as it enters the birth canal. Do not use soap and water as lubrication. The soap actually breaks down and removes the cow’s natural lubricants. Improper lubrication can lead to increased uterine and vaginal wall trauma during birth, and make pulling more difficult. Use commercially available lubricant when assisting with labor and delivery. These are available from your veterinarian or animal health supplier. When pulling a calf, try to pull only when the cow pushes. Do not pull constantly. When the cow relaxes, maintain your position; this will also stimulate cervical and vaginal dilation. When pulling a calf in a normal head first position, stop pulling when the last rib is delivered. This allows several things to happen. First, blood from the placenta can be transferred to the calf before the umbilical cord breaks. Second, mucus can drain from the nasal passages and the throat, often allowing the calf to take a breath. Thirdly, you can now rotate the hips of the calf approximately 45 degrees to facilitate extraction of the remaining part of the calf. Do not hang a calf upside down or swing it to remove fluid. I have been guilty of this myself in the past, but it does not remove fluids from the lungs; instead, it allows the abdominal organs to compress the lungs, making it difficult for the calf to breathe. It is better to place the calf in a sitting position on its chest, allowing both lungs to expand. A clean piece of straw to gently scratch the nasal passage can stimulate a cough to expel mucus. Respirators are available to expand the lungs; make sure you are trained by a veterinarian before using such a tool. Following these pieces of advice can lead to more live calves that are less stressed immediately after delivery, and decreasing postpartum disease issues with your cows. Once again, good luck delivering those calves.

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There was no formal business plan, but petitioner calculated costs and expenses, and anticipated that her property would increase in value. She registered her business name, maintained a separate By John Alan Cohan bank account, and had business cards and letterhead stationery. She hired a professional trainer, and the stallion won championometimes the Tax Court can yield a surprising deciships. An injury laid up the horse, and meanwhile petitioner desion. Tax Court judges are appointed the same way as veloped promotional materials for use in marketing, including a all federal judges, by the President, and approved by the website. The horse was chosen to represent the Andalusian breed Senate. The judges all have significant experience in in a national advertising campaign. Petitioner entered the horse tax law, but their reputations vary in terms of how syminto more shows, winning several titles. pathetic they are to arguments given on behalf of taxpayers. The court concluded that Ms. Coldiron intended to make a profit, and In this case, the judge was sympathetic to a taxpayer who conductJohn Alan Cohan is a allowed deduction of the tax losses. The court said: “It appears from the ed a horse activity with no profits, but whose testimony was honest lawyer who has served record that the efforts to promote Marciano as a top Andalusian stallion and sincere as to her efforts to make a profit despite the difficulties. the farming, ranching were successful in that his credentials were consistent with other top This case, Coldiron v. Commissioner [Docket No. 5180-125] and horse industries since Andalusian stallions with demonstrated and successful stud careers.” involved Linda Coldiron, who worked part-time as a successful 1981. To contact John Alan The court noted that petitioner applied her prior marketing expericonsultant. Losses were about $562,000 over an eight-year period, Cohan, go to ozarksfn.com ence in developing the income-producing capabilities of the stallion, she and income was negligible. and click on ‘Contact Us.’ changed her operating methods to improve chances of making a profit, The petitioner started with a young stallion with excellent and she maintained complete and accurate books and records, including bloodlines that petitioner thought she could promote at shows, and then breed. Petitioner researched the profit-making potential of various horse a summary for each year showing expenses broken down by categories. This case shows that even if a horse activity focuses on one principal horse, the exbreeds, and decided to purchase an Andalusian stallion with an impressive pedigree, penses may be justified from a tax standpoint so long as there is convincing evidence for $12,500. The horse was insured for $25,000. She purchased a property in need of improvements, intending to use it in the horse reflecting the taxpayer’s intentions. Many judges will require more documentary evidence than shown in this case. activity, and constructed a residence, doing much of the work herself to avoid costs.

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What to consider when selecting and developing replacement heifers Samuel R. Noble Foundation in Ardmore, Okla., told OFN it’s All signs point to the U.S. cattle herd being in a a common mistake to hold back the biggest, heaviest heifer in rebuilding mode for the first time in a long while. the herd. “If she’s the biggest heifer because she’s the oldest one The Jan. 1, USDA Cattle Inventory Report showed a 4 percent that’s okay,” Wells said, “but if she’s one of the youngest ones she increase in beef replacement heifers – which doesn’t mean those might not be the right heifer to keep back because over time, we animals won’t eventually be sent to market anyway – but it also will slowly, gradually increase the mature frame size of our cow showed an unexpected 1 percent rise in the 2014 calf crop over herd by continuing to keep back that biggest female out of each 2013. Other data, like a lower percentage of heifers in the feedlot • Select heifers that calf crop.” herd and fewer cows in final 2014 slaughter totals, also suggest were conceived When selecting heifers from another operation, Wells recomthe breeding herd is finally on the rise. mended private treaty sales. A lot of ranches produce more highEldon Cole, University of Missouri Extension regional liveearly in the breedquality females than they need for their own replacement needs; stock specialist, told Ozarks Farm & Neighbor, “We have quite a ing season these sources provide a good way to increase the quality of your few heifers showing up here in Missouri that are intended to be • Select heifers that genetics, or to rapidly upgrade your herd quality in a very short bred this spring… My question is, are they really intended to go are moderate in period of time. Wells noted some producers have “a little too back into that owner’s herd, or is he going to develop them and much pride in their herd” and won’t admit they could improve sell them through a market such as we have with our Show-Me frame size their genetics from outside the ranch. Select program? We have an increased interest in people wanting • Consider purchasHeifers should be at 65 percent or greater of mature body to develop heifers, and they may not end up in this immediate reing heifers through weight at weaning time. That means from weaning to breeding, gion; they may go somewhere else.” Extension urges producers to private treaty they need to gain about 1.7 pounds per head per day. They should consider sourcing their heifers nearby; they’re accustomed to the also have a good health program leading up to the breeding seaenvironment and to the endophyte-infested Kentucky 31 fescue son, with two rounds of blackleg (clostridia) shots within the last that dominates the landscape. When evaluating heifers to be held back, Cole looks for animals that were conceived year, and at least two rounds of a modified live viral vaccine to cover the viral respiearly in the breeding season, and born early in the calving season. “That indicates their ratory component, preferably within 6 months prior to breeding. The heifer should mother was pretty prompt in getting bred back, and hopefully there is enough heritabil- also been vaccinated for vibriosis and leptospirosis, and treated for both internal ity that will allow them as heifers to breed quickly,” he said. If the producer is able to put and external parasites. Wells said, for ranches using estrus synchronization or A.I., the heifers into a herd and select candidates after the breeding season, it’s a good idea to it’s important to find someone who can do a reproductive track score; this helps to identify those heifers whose reproductive tracks are too immature and will not be have those heifers preg checked early to find out which were bred the quickest. Cole also recommends heifers that are moderate in frame size and are not extreme ready to conceive through those methods. “It runs $4-5 per head,” he said, “but it’s either way in either frame or sheer weight. Dr. Robert Wells, a consultant with the money well spent to increase the ability to have a high conception rate.”

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what do you say? What is the biggest challenge when marketing your livestock?

“The biggest challenge is timing. I have an Angus herd and follow the market so I know when to advertise on Facebook.”

“I use order buyers and contact them when I am ready to sell, so timing is the most critical factor.”

Greg Dodson McDonald County, Mo.

“We market mostly by word of mouth. Our biggest challenge in marketing is probably still overcoming the stigma that comes with the Charolais breed. We breed for docility, calving ease and growth potential. Our customers always comment on the herd’s docility when we are walking around the herd and are amazed at our average birthweight of 70-75 pounds.”

“Our biggest challenge is trying to develop a product that fits all types of sectors. The best way to overcome that challenge is one-on-one time with the customers to know their operations and their goals.”

Jessica Bailey Newton County, Mo.

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Weeds be Gone By Gary Digiuseppe

March offers the ideal time to take control over summer weeds Winter presents an excellent opportunity to get control of pasture weeds while they’re still small. University of Missouri Extension agronomic specialist Tim Schnakenberg said among the primary winter weeds in pastures are thistles, poison hemlock and spotted knapweed; they germinated in the fall and at this time of year they’re in the “rosette” stage, a circular arrangement of leaves all at a similar height that usually sits near the soil. “Many times, people don’t worry about them – ‘Out of sight, out of mind,’” Schnakenberg told Ozarks Farm & Neighbor. “And that’s true for a while; they don’t give us much trouble, but then they start bolting in the spring, usually about April or May. They get tall and big; they start producing seed and flying in the wind, and the neighbors start complaining – or you’re complaining about the neighbors.” By then, it’s too late for control because the weeds have already gone to seed, and herbicides don’t work as well on them. The best time to deal with them is early March. Schankenberg said, “For thistle, you can use 2,4-D type products; you can use dicamba type products, or the newer products like Chaparral, Grazon Next and Grazon P + D. It’s not hard to kill a thistle when it’s young; you can use some pretty common products, but the key is getting out there to deal with it. The other option with thistle is to come in and dig them, and that’s pretty labor intensive. A lot of people accomplish a lot by digging, but you do have to make this call – is it worth digging a few, and missing a bunch? If you’ve got a big problem with a field, I tend to suggest that people go ahead and do a broadcast spray on some of these fields.” FEBRUARY 23, 2015

For spraying to be effective, Schnakenberg said the daytime temperature has to be 55-60 degrees for several days both before and after the day of application, with no hard freezes at night, in order to get the weeds active and attempting to grow. Those conditions are not common in the winter, so producers should watch for those days and plan to get into the field if the forecast is positive. Extension recommends Grazon P + D type products, Tordon 22K, Remedy Ultra or Cimmaron for poison hemlock, and Chaparral, Tordon 22K, Grazon P + D type products, and Milestone for spotted knapweed. Schnakenberg says while spotted knapweed is not everywhere yet, “it is growing pretty abundantly on the sides of some major highways in our part of the world and tending to move into pastures. Once it gets into pastures and hayfields it will spread rapidly.” The winter weed outlook is different in Arkansas. Dr. John Jennings, University of Arkansas Extension forage agronomist, told OFN among the problem weeds are buttercup, henbit, chickweed and little barley; even ryegrass can be a weed problem in bermudagrass hay fields. Treatment can start in late fall and continue up until early March. 2, 4-D will control the broadleaves in either fescue or bermuda. As for weedy grasses like little barley, Jennings said in a bermudagrass hay field, “you can use glyphosate before the bermuda breaks dormancy. Oftentimes, that will happen in Central Arkansas about mid-March; you’ll see green tips, and if you spray glyphosate at that point you’ll set the greenup back by about two weeks in the spring.”

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Practice Cattle Theft Prevention By Pam Lamb

Don’t let your farm be an easy target for cattle theft Cattlemen in the Ozarks should continue to play an active role in preventing cattle theft. Officer Jason Clark of the Missouri Highway Patrol Rural Crimes Task force said producers should always be concerned about a possible theft of cattle or equipment. Michael Kelsey of the Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association added, “Cattle are worth so much more right now.” Mr. Kelsey believes cattle theft is often tied to drugs, “Cattle tend to be friendly and are an easy target.” Cattle producer’s best defense against cattle theft is using proactive methods of prevention.

Identification

Mr. Kelsey said, “Identification by branding, ear tags and tattoos are the most important way for producers to protect their cattle.” Laramie Adams with the Texas and Southwest Oklahoma Cattle Raisers Association serving the states of Texas and Oklahoma added, “Branded cattle are more likely to be found.” Missouri, Arkansas and Oklahoma do not required cattle be branded by law however; each state has a brand law. Missouri’s branding records are kept through the Missouri Department of Agriculture Animal Health Division. Brands on record take precedence over unrecorded brands where ownership is questioned. Ear tags are one method for identification but producers should consider using harder to remove tamper evident ear tags. Microchipping and tattooing are not highly visible especially when cattle are in large groups. It’s also a good idea for producers to photograph cattle and record any identifying marks.

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day but varying the time of day and vary feeding times. Being visible and active on your farm during different times of the day will keep thieves confused. Be sure to check perimeter fences and count cattle often. Knowing if cattle are missing as soon as possible increases their chance of recovery.

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Keep gates locked and limit who has access to keys. Keep cattle in well-lit areas away from roadways when gathered together. Cattle are often stolen at night. Officer Clark suggests leaving equipment incomplete, “Don’t park equipment or trailers near a roadway and don’t leave the keys in the ignition.” Keep saddle compartments on trailers and tack rooms locked. Mark all saddles, tack and equipment with registered brand or driver’s license number.

Watch Out for Your Neighbors

Get to know your neighbors and establish a neighborhood watch program. Thieves shop during the day. Watch for strange vehicles or tracks. Be sure to take down license plate numbers. Alert your neighbors to help track unusual activity. Take down tag numbers of suspicious vehicles, report suspicious activities to law enforcement. Be sure to get as much information as possible.

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Mike Deering of the Missouri Cattlemen’s Association suggests installing trail cameras. Producers should consider installing video cameras, driveway sensors and alarms on electric fences. — Continued on Page 38 FEBRUARY 23, 2015

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Finding Muti-Sire Balance By Gary Digiuseppe

Age, management and cow numbers influence the success of a multi-sire herd Placing two or more bulls in the two are trying to establish who the more same breeding pasture creates aggressive, dominant bull is.” Wells said he tells his clients to supply both efficiencies and problems. Dr. Robert Wells, a consultant with the one mature bull for every 20-25 cows in Samuel R. Noble Foundation in Ardmore, the pasture, taking into account variables Okla., said the practice is common, espe- like pasture size and topography, and how cially for larger herds in a commercial situ- narrowly defined the breeding season is. ation. “It’s easier to manage your operation For younger bulls, the rule of thumb is one when you’ve got less breeding units and cow for every month of age of the bull startmore animals in the same pasture,” Wells ing at 16 so, for instance, a 17-month-old bull would be able to handle no more than told Ozarks Farm & Neighbor. Competition between the bulls is like- 17 cows during a defined breeding season. Fewer bulls are needed for a ly, but can be minimized by how the bulls are man- RULE OF THUMB 365-day season, but for a 45day season the ratio may be aged prior to the breeding 1 cow for reduced to less than 20 cows season. Wells said new to the bull, to ensure every bulls should be introduced every month that comes in heat has into the mix before the of age of the cow the opportunity to be serbreeding season, so they bull starting viced at least twice during have opportunity to establish the dominance order at 16 months the breeding season.” Eldon Cole, University of at that time. It also reduces the potential for injury from fight- Missouri Extension regional livestock speing during the breeding season, so they cialist, said if the pasture and number of can become familiar with each other cows are large enough two or more bulls without the complicating presence of may be needed, but not necessarily at the same time. “If you want to get maximum females in heat. Age plays a role in the establishing hi- use out of the bull, rotate them in one at a erarchy: Wells said, “Typically, the older, time; in a week or 10 days, put a new, fresh more mature bulls are going to be larger, bull in,” Cole told OFN. “For the most more massive framed and more devel- part, if you have a large enough pasture, oped. So older bulls are going to be your they’re going to take each group of cows more dominant bulls within reason; a off to themselves, and they can get along 10 or 12 year old bull is probably losing quite nicely.” But the dominant bull will muscle mass, and he may be a little more likely breed a majority of the cows, “and if you’ve got more than two bulls out there, feeble than a 4 or 5 year old bull.” Some research has indicated the domi- one bull may not breed a single cow.” It nant bulls will get more females bred may be advantageous to have bulls of difin a breeding season than will the non- ferent breeds in the same pasture, so you dominant bulls; that’s one reason Wells can identify the sire of the calves by color recommended putting an odd rather without a DNA test. However, “I think as than an even number of bulls in a breed- we have had a pretty good run now with ing pasture. He explained, “If you have calf prices, people are considering DNA two bulls that want to just fight it out all testing to find out which bull is getting the time, that third bull in the pasture calves 40 or 50 pounds lower at weaning is getting the job done while the other than a set of calves out of another bull.” FEBRUARY 23, 2015

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Should you sprig bermudagrass? It depends on the variety. Sprigging, the practice of digging up young plants that have been established elsewhere and transplanting them, has been the traditional way of establishing bermuda in pastures across the southern half of the United States. University of Missouri Extension agronomist Tim Schnakenberg said it’s very effective. “There are several ways to get the sprigs spread out in the soil to get it vegetatively propagated,” Schnakenberg told Ozarks Farm & Neighbor. “You’re pushing those sprigs into the ground and getting them in contact with the soil; hopefully a rainfall ensues, and you’re in business.” But there are also new bermuda varieties on the market that produce ample, viable seed, and therefore offer an alternative to sprigging. Schnakenberg said while hybrids and varieties like Greenfield, Midland 99 and Ozark are still established by sprigging, most people in the region are now using seeded varieties. “They are productive, although maybe a little underproductive compared to some of the hybrid sprigged varieties,” he said, adding their voluminous seed output can

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be a drawback: “They may have more opportunity to be spread around the farm and end up in fields where you may not want bermudagrass.” Sprigging also costs more than natural seed propagation. The sprigs have to be dug and transported; if you’re not doing it yourself you have to hire the labor and if you are, you need to buy the equipment. In addition, the sprigs have to be tilled into the field. Seeding, said Schnakenberg, can be done with a very good no-till drill provided you’re careful not to bury the seed; it can also be broadcast on tilled ground and rolled in, or drilled in with a conventional drill. Dr. John Jennings, University of Arkansas Extension state forage agronomist, offered some tips for preparing a field for sprigging. “You need to get the field cleaned,” he told OFN. “Start in as soon as grass and weeds start greening up in the spring; apply herbicides to get it cleaned up. Spray again and if you can let the weeds flush and spread again, do it a third time; that helps to not let the weeds build — Continued on Page 38

• Ease of Establishment: Moderate • Sprigging Rate: 20 bu/acre • Sprigging Dates: April 1 to June 1 • Prefered Sprigging Depth: 1 to 2 inches • Months from Sprigging to First Grazing: 10 to 12 months

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Breeding for Improvement By Pam Lamb

Artificial insemination and embryo transfer are growing in popularity as producers seek the best genetics possible “Artificial insemination (AI) and embryo transfer (ET) techniques have been the key to genetic improvement leading to increased performance, calving ease, growth rate, carcass quality and every trait we measure,” Dan Moser with the American Angus Association said. Jack Ward with the American Hereford Association (AHA) agrees and added, “In the seedstock industry, AI and ET has exponentially changed genetic trends in a favorable direction and allowed for much greater progress.” Dr. Tim O’Neil DVM, owner of Country Veterinary Service, in Farmington, Ark., said, “AI and ET have really helped the cattle industry by providing producers better access to improved genetics. Historically, we didn’t have the frame scores we have today.” Dennis Avery has been doing genetics work for 25 years and owns DNA Genetics in Kansas, Okla., in 2000. He added, “AI has provided better genetics and has proven bulls at an accelerated rate.” “The AHA has seen tremendous increase in use of AI in both the seedstock and commercial herds. This technology allows all breeders equal access to the most proven genetics in the breed,” Jack said. Dr. Mike Bloss, DVM, owner of Countryside Animal Clinic in Aurora, Mo.. said, “Producers don’t have to house bulls resulting in less farm risk. Producers can get up to 80 percent conception rates if cows are bred twice. AI and ET can lead to a shorter calving season. Embryo transfer is more variable and can be more specific in genetic makeup but, has just a 50 percent conception rate.” Comparing cost with expected increase in profit can help decide if alternative means of reproduction are right for a specific producer. “AI and other methods require hands-on labor, handling facilities, FEBRUARY 23, 2015

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Jennings said there are one or two herbicides that can be applied to a newly sprigged field to gain some preemergence weed control. “Try to keep the weeds at bay for at least 6-8 weeks if you have good conditions,” he said. “The bermudagrass sprigs will start to grow and spread by then. When the stolons, the aboveground runners, start to form, that’s the point where you can put some nitrogen fertilizer on. Put on 40-50 units of actual nitrogen, and then that bermudagrass can grow and quickly cover the field.” Whether you’ll be able to take a cutting or grazing off the field the first year will depend on summertime rainfall. Jennings recommended growers access the Extension manual FSA-19, Establishing Bermudagrass for Forage; it’s available at the Extension website, www.uaex.edu.

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February 2015 24 Buck Ridge Limousin online Sale – Rogersville, Mo. – 417-9838-6106 or 417-689-4233 27 Cow Camp Ranch Bull Sale – Lost Springs, Kan. – 785-965-7168 28 Smithson Farms Black Hereford Production Sale – La Plato, Mo. 660-651-5877 28 Seedstock Plus North Missouri Bull Sale – Kingsville Livestock Auction, Kingsville Mo. – 877-486-1160 28 Red Alliance PT Bull Red Angus Genetics Sale – Brazos County Exposition Complex, Bryan, TX – 641-919-1077 March 2015 3 Jindra Angus Production Sale – Creighton, Neb. – 402-920-3171 6 Windy Hill Charolais Sale – Cedar Hill, Mo. – 314-550-2554 6 Express Ranches Bull Sale – Yukon, Okla – 800-664-3977 7 Judd Ranch 37th Annual Gelbvieh, Balancer and Red Angus Bull Sale – Pomona, Kan. – 785-566-8371 7 Flying H Genetics Roughage & Ready Bull Sale – at the ranch, Arapahoe, Neb. – 308-493-5411 7 Mead Farms Performance Tested Bull & Female Sale – at the farm, Versailles, Mo. – 573-216-0210 7 Galaxy Beef Production Sale – Maryville, Mo. 7 Peterson Farms Charolais 22nd Annual Top Pick Bull Sale – at the farm, Mtn. Grove, Mo. – 417-926-5336 7 Ludvigson Red Angus Ozark Bull & Female Sale – White’s Equine Center, Diamond, Mo. 10 Bar Arrow Cattle Company 25th Annual Gelbvieh, Gelbvieh Balancers Bull & Female Sale – Phillipsburg, Kan. – 785-543-5177 13 Bar S Ranch 35th Annual Bull Sale – at the ranch, Paradise, Kan. – 785-998-4335 14 Salyers & Sons Salers “Cattlemen’s Kind Production Sale” – at the farm, Billings, Mo. – 417-744-2025 or 417-353-4703 14 Nichols Farms Missouri Private Treaty Sale – Lamar, Mo. – 417-214-0290 15 Jac’s Ranch Annual Bull Sale – Bentonville, Ark. – 479-366-1759 14 Red Alliance PT Red Angus Genetics Sale – Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center, Shawnee, Okla. – 641-919-1077 14 Hall – Coyote Hills Ranch 32nd Annual Bull Sale – Chattanooga, Okla. – 580-597-3006 14 Wright Charolais Sale – Richmond, Mo. – 816-456-3792 14 Heart of the Ozarks Angus Assoc. 102nd Annual Spring Consignment Sale – Ozark Regional Stockyards, West Plains, Mo. – 417-995-3000 14 Nipp Charolais 6th Annual Bull Sale – Red River Livestock, Ardmore, Okla. – 580-668-2322 14 Genetic Power Gelbvieh & Balancer Bull Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 334-695-1371 14 Backman Cattle Farms Production Sale – Chillicothe, Mo. – 660-247-1112 14 Midwest Beef Alliance Bull Sale – Mid-Missouri Livestock Center, Marshall Junction, Mo. – 660-895-5008 15 April Valley Farms PT Angus Bull & Female Sale – St. Joseph Stockyards, Saint Joseph, Mo. – 913-682-4376 15 Briarwood Farms Angus Sale – Butler, Mo. – 660-679-3395 16 B&D Herefords & Beran Brothers Angus Production Sale – at the ranch, Claflin Kan. – 620-587-3709 16 Hinkle Prime Cut Angus Sale – Nevada, Mo. – 417-944-2219 17 Hinkson Angus Ranch Production Sale – Cottonwood Falls, Kan. – 620-273-6747 20 Marshall, Fenner & Murphy Cattle Co. Production Sale – Marshall, Mo. – 660-641-4522

20 Wann Ranch Production Sale – Poteau, Okla. – 918-658-8471 20 Wildcat Creek Simmental Bull Sale – Peabody, Kan. – 806-983-7226 21 Texoma Beefmaster Bull & Female 20th Annual Sale – McAlester Stockyards, McAlester, Okla. – 254-541-4643 21 The Cattlemen’s Choice Black & Red Simmental and SimAngus Bulls & Female Sale – Fredonia Livestock Market, Fredonia, Kan. – 620-437-2211 21 Flying H Genetics Spring Sale – Lowry City, Mo. – 303-842-9071 21 Pinegar Lomousin Herdbuilder XXl Sale – Springfield, Mo. – 1-877-PINEGAR 21 Falling Timber Farms Bull Selection Day – Marthasville, Mo. – 636-358-4161 21 Circle A Angus Ranch Spring Bull & Female Sale – Iberia, Mo. – 573-280-5308 21 Aschermann Charolais Bull Sale – at the ranch, Carthage, Mo. – 417-358-7879 21 Post Rock Cattle Company Cowman’s Kind Bull & Female Sale – Barnard, Kan. – 785-792-6244 21 Brinkley Angus Ranch Bull Sale – Green City, Mo. – 660-265-3877 21 Molitor Angus Farm Production Sale – Zenda, Kan. – 620-243-6335 21 Pollard Farms Bull Sale – Waukomis, Okla. – 580-541-3361 21 Ozark Shorthorn Classic Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-453-6713 21 Missouri Bison Assoc. 16th Annual Spring Show & Sale – Mo-Kan Livestock, Butler, Mo. – 417-839-3241 21 NE Arkansas Angus Association Spring Sale – Batesville Stockyard, Charoltte, Ark. – 662-837-4904 21 Rogers Cattle Company Open House Red Angus Bull Sale – Strafford, Mo. – 417-241-1302 22 C/S Cattle Company 9th Annual Production Sale – Pomona, Mo. – 417-257-7926 22 Magness Land & Cattle Annual Bull Sale – Miami, Okla. – 402-350-3447 22 Silver Genetics Production Sale Xl – United Producers Livestock Market, Maryville, Mo. – 660-927-3600 23 Luddington Cattle Company Total Package Bull Sale – Freedom, Okla. – 580-327-7127 24 GENETRUST Brangus/Angus Sale at Suhn Cattle Co. – Eureka, Kan. – 620-583-3706 26 Sweiger Farms Production Sale – Weatherby, Mo. – 816-449-5640 26 Mushrush Red Angus Sale – Strong City, Kan. – 620-273-8581 28 Oklahoma Gelbvieh Association 24th Annual Sooner Select Sale – McAlester Union Stockyards, McAlester, Okla. – 405-742-0774 28 Professional Beef Genetics “Top of the Breed” Sale – Windsor Livestock Auction, Clinton, Mo. – 1-888-PBG-BULL 28 Maplewood Acres Spring Sale – Sedalia, Mo. – 660-826-1880 28 Seedstock Plus South Missouri Bull Sale – Joplin Region Stockyards, Joplin, Mo. – 877-486-1160 28 Belle Point Ranch Production Sale – Lavaca, Ark. – 479-782-3511 30 Southwest Missouri Performance Tested Bull Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-345-8330

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