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Two and a Half Generations The Stevens family has been in the cattle business for decades, with hopes to continue in the future

Restoring the Land Jordan and Megan Richner are using the science of agriculture to give their family farm new life

Energy Needs to Battle the Cold Pregnant and lactating cows have different needs in the winter months An Advocate for Animal Health Dr. Hunter Smith believes proper nutrition and care are critical for herd health

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2Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com FEBRUARY 3, 2020 The Ozarks Most Read Farm Newspaper FEBRUARY 3, 2020 | VOL. 22, NO. 5 7 8 13 26 JUST A THOUGHT 3 Jerry Crownover – A costly free calf 4 Julie Turner-Crawford – Fake meat is here to stay MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS 7 The Stevens family is looking to the future 8 Cedar Bluff Farm continues the dream of its founder 10 Treasure hunters dig up the past 12 Eye on Agribusiness highlights Highway H Highlands 13 Young couple works to improve their herd and land 14 Town & Country features Leslie Payne 26 Dr. Hunter Smith is an advocate for animal health 27 Youth in Agriculture spotlights Maggie Trystman FARM FINANCE 15 Little changes can have big results 16 Strategy is key 17 What you need to know about construction loans 20 Time to update financial statements 21 Resolutions for the future 22 What your credit report shows FARM HELP 28 Maximizing your relationships 29 Tips to improve herd/flock immunity 30 Fighting the cold with energy 31 Keeping young calves healthy 32 Small ruminant care in the cold Westfall honored by MCA: The Missouri Cattlemen’s Association presented Morris Westfall of Halfway, Mo., with its Pioneer Award at the organization’s annual convention. The award is the highest honor given by the association and is comparable to a lifetime achievement award. Upon graduating from the University of Missouri, Westfall sought a career in agriculture and became a field representative for the Hampshire Hog Association. He served in this position for two years and then became the farm news director at KWTO radio in Springfield, Mo. Westfall successfully ran for the Missouri House of Representatives in 1971 and for Missouri Senate in 1994. He has maintained a cowherd on his farm his entire life and at 80 years of age, he still devotes much of his time tending to his cows. In other area news from the 52nd annual Missouri Cattlemen’s Convention, St. Clair County Cattlemen’s Association was named Outstanding County Affiliate for expanding membership and increasing involvement at the county and state levels; the Southwest Cattlemen’s Association was recognized as the runnerup; and the Polk County Cattlemen’s Association was named Outstanding Affiliate for Beef Promotion. Billings, Mo., producer named to national board: Tom Vehige of Billings, Mo., was recently elected to the American Gelbvieh Association board of directors at the annual membership meeting, held Dec. 6, 2019, during the 49th Annual AGA National Convention in Billings, Mont. Vehige and his family own and operate T Bar S Cattle Company. Grants awarded: The West Plains Community Garden in West Plains, Mo., has been awarded a grant through the Food Desert Agriculture Matching Grant Program. The West Plains Community Garden plans to increase the number of community garden beds used by low-income residents. The Drew Lewis Foundation of Springfield, Mo., was also awarded a grant for the construction of a wash and pack facility for produce grown on site. The department’s Missouri Grown program will fund projects that address food insecurity within food deserts in rural and urban areas throughout the state. Food insecurity is an issue facing citizens all across the state. The competitive grant program will fund projects that increase food production and availability within a food insecure area; demonstrate growth of local economic communities; increase local economic impact; increase availability of food to local residents; or enhance already established areas within a community and provide assistance to the community. Projects must be completed May 1. Know a Good Rumor? Do you have a rumor you would like to share with our readers? Mail them to: PO Box 1319, Lebanon, MO 65536; fax them to: 417-532-4721;or email them to: editor@ozarksfn.com OzarksFarm @OzarksFarm

What’s On Your Mind, Ozarks? just athought

I’ve always said that there’s a million ways to make money on the farm. Living in the greatest country on earth, freedom to choose what we do and when we do it, and beneficiaries of a booming economy, all afford us great opportunities, thus…

In September of last year, one of my neighbors called to see if I might help him with a cow that was having calving problems. When I arrived, I could see only the nose and one foot at the business end of the bovine. It was an unusually hot day and after a couple of attempts to drive her to the barn, we decided to sedate her, in the shade of a small grove of trees. Working together, the neighbor and I managed to retrieve the other foot, and pull the bull calf to freedom. Both cow and calf were soon back to normal and everyone was good.

Five days later, the same friend called again and asked if my wife, Judy, wanted a free calf. He went on to tell me that the cow we had assisted in calving, for whatever reason, had abandoned the calf and wanted nothing to do with it, and he didn’t think he could save it. Always up for a challenge, Judy agreed, and I went and brought the calf to our home. Suffering from hunger and dehydration, my wife worked tirelessly for 10 days, nursing the little guy back to health. He required a feeding tube, utilized at three-hour intervals, for the first few days, but was sucking from a bottle and doing fine by the end of the second week. For the next three and a half months, the calf lived and thrived (mostly) in a pen in the barn, that we usually reserve for orphans and ailing critters.

However, since calving season is fast approaching, and I fully expect to need his pen for other animals, I sold the calf last week at the cattle auction. It brought a Life Is Simple By Jerry Crownover Life is Simple By Jerry Crownover

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About the Cover Jay Stevens and his son Haden run Stevens Cattle Company in Polk County, Mo., managing an average of 750 commercial cows. Read more on page 7.

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There was an interesting conversation around my dining room table recently. My dad was there for lunch, and he made the comment he was hungry because he hadn’t eaten breakfast. He planned to grab a bite that morning while feeding cows, but he changed his mind when he saw the sign advertising the new fake meat options at the local fast food joint.

“Well, we’re never eating there again,” my husband Bill chimed in. “This is cattle country.”

I hate to tell my father and husband, but plantbased, meat-like substances are here to stay – even in cattle country.

Plant-based products are quickly making their way into grocery stores and fast-food chains across the country.

In 2016, Whole Foods became the first retailer to sell Beyond Meat “burgers,” and it quickly became the top-selling packaged “burger” in Southern California, according to Ethan Brown, chief executive officer and co-founder of Beyond Meat.

I see television commercials for Beyond Meat products, as well as other brands, promoting these plant-based foods more than ever, yet very little, if anything, prompting the animal agriculture industry. The iconic deep, gravely, Southern drawl of actor Sam Elliott saying “Beef… It’s whats for dinner,” has been absent from the airways for decades. What happened to our professional athletes sporting milk mustaches, asking the question, “Got milk?” Any given day, an estimated 80 Julie Turner-Crawford is a native of Dallas County, Mo., where she grew up on her family’s farm. She is a graduate of Missouri State University. To contact Julie, call 1-866-532-1960 or by email at editor@ ozarksfn.com. By Julie Turner-Crawford Main Dish Elways’ Chicken Enchiladas Submitted by: Terry Wilson, Ava, Mo. — Continued on Next Page

Ingredients: • 4 C cooked chicken, deboned and shredded • 8 ounces cream cheese • 1 C sour cream • 1 can diced green chilies • 8 to 12 flour tortillas • 1 pound grated mozzarella • 1/2 C heavy whipping cream • 1 diced onion, sautéed in butter • A pinch of cayenne pepper • Salt and pepper, to taste • Tabasco, to taste Directions: In a bowl, combine chicken with cream cheese, sour cream, onion and green chilies. Add salt, pepper and Tabasco. On low heat, warm tortillas in an ungreased frying pan. Spoon chicken mixture onto the individual warm tortillas and spread evenly. Roll up the tortillas and place in a baking dish. Once all tortillas are rolled, cover with the grated cheese, then top with the heavy whipping cream. Bake at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.

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Across the Fence Continued from Previous Page percent of all U.S. consumers came into contact with that question, according to an article published on the website fastcomany.com.

Who does Beyond Meat have pitching its product? Rapper Snoop Dogg and the company, which started in 2009, is making billions. Among those Brown counts as investors/partners in his company are the Humane Society of the United States, Bill Gates and the University of Missouri.

We say consumers are simply uneducated when it comes to real meat vs. the fake stuff, but what are we doing to educate them? How are we sharing agriculture is not causing climate change and animals are not being tortured for the sake of a dollar?

Unfortunately, self-promotion and consumer education is an area where the agriculture industry, I feel, is lacking. We have many great organizations working to promote U.S. agricultural products around the world, but are we missing the boat here at home?

Beyond Meat is not the only company looking to get into the meat-free meat market.

Tyson Foods purchased a 5 percent stake in Beyond Meat in 2016 but sold its shares in April 2019 to make its own plant-based products. It’s since launched Raised & Rooted, a line of products which includes vegan meat alterna

tives, as well as ones that blend meat and plant-based protein. Tyson also recently announced its venture capital arm, Tyson Ventures, is investing in a plant-based shrimp company called New Wave Foods to crate plant-based “shrimp” from plants such as seaweed and soy protein.

MorningStar Farms, which is owned by Kellogg, launched a line of “readyto-cook plant-based burgers” and fully prepared plant-based “Chik’n” tenders and nuggets.

The supermarket chain Kroger has plans for a line of plant-based products called Simple Truth, pitching plantbased burgers, cookie dough, pasta sauce, sausage, deli slices and more. Kroger also sells Just Egg, a plant-based liquid egg substitute made from mung beans.

Conagra and Hormel Foods are also joining the bandwagon.

Fake meat his here to stay, but livestock producers must find a way to keep a foothold with consumers. If we don’t, we could be replaced someday.

Meanwhile, I will stick to being a second-hand vegetarian, and keep real beef, pork and poultry on my table.

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Bolivar, Mo. When he married his wife, Paige, in 1989, Jay Stevens began his farming operation and has never looked back.

Today, he and his son Haden run Stevens Cattle Company, a cow/calf operation with an average of 750 commercial cows on their own 800 acres in combination with another 1,200 acres they rent. They also buy sale barn calves, group them to make loads and run a feeder calf marketing operation alongside the cow-calf function. They sell approximately 500 yearling steers each year at the sale barn.

“On our land, we raise cows and kids,” Jay commented at their barn in Polk County. “For us, it is a way of life not about fortune and fame. Both of those can be in short supply at times in this business. I grew up here in Polk County. We only had 5 acres but my parents, Jack and especially my mother, Cora Stevens made certain we had all kinds of two and four legged critters on the place – bottle calves, hogs, chickens, horses and a pony. I remember I got my first loan for five Holstein steers at age 12. I think we got 50 cents a pound for them when we sold them at the sale barn that year. I still have the sales receipt framed in my office,” he added with a smile. “I really give the credit to my parents and grandparents for my love of the farm life and raising animals.”

Jay Stevens always knew he wanted to farm but went on to get a college degree, which included some business courses. Those have come in handy in recent years, as the Stevens family has also established a professional lawn care and landscaping business, Service Right Lawn Care.

“We are definitely in the grass farming business,” Jay said with a laugh. “The commercial cattle business is all about growing enough grass to meet the need and in the meantime, we are mowing grass for other folks. The Stevens family has been in the cattle business for decades, with hopes to continue in the future We are in the forage business with the cattle and purchase our hay or hire it baled off our own land. We literally market the hay through our cattle. We have never run out of grass so in that way, tomorrow looks pretty bright.”

After 30 years, Jay is happy to be sharing his love of farming as well as his business interests with his son Haden and perhaps one day, with his 3-year-old grandson, Graham. Haden and his wife Mariah also have another child in the “production phase.”

“Like Graham, Haden has been involved in the cattle business one way or another, since he was the size of a grasshopper,” Jay chuckled.

“I grew up in all of this, even if it was just watching from the pickup truck window when I was really little,” Haden said. “After high school, I went to Southwest Baptist University for a year but then, I realized I’d be coming back here to do cattle and I didn’t need to spend the time or the money at college to do that.”

The goal of Stevens Cattle Company is to produce a large quantity of highquality cattle.

“We buy our bulls at the Ozark Fall Farm Fest, black Balancers,” Jay said. “We are looking to get as many crosses as we can for hybrid vigor while keeping it all local. We know what we have in our cow herd already so now we are working on improving genetics on the bull side for the best pasture-to-plate operation.”

“We have looked into AI and the like over the years but the truth is, that is our busiest time of year with the mowing business so it’s not something we’ve really gotten into,” Haden said.

Both men agreed that to get started in the cattle business today involves a great deal of networking. “Visit with and get to know as many people as you can in this business,” Jay said. “That includes cattle buyers, other Haden Stevens, holding his son Graham, and his father Jay Stevens say they are working on the next generation of cattle producers at Stevens Cattle Company. farmers, especially older farmers, and sale barn people as you build your brand.

“The challenges in this business can be overwhelming and include the weather, the market swings and the rising cost of land. Still, we are living proof that it is possible but it is hard work. It truly gets in your blood and you can’t leave it alone.

“The greatest rewards are watching something grow from the beginning, from the seeds, like the grass and keeping the family working together. That includes the people we do business with.”

For the Stevens family, faith and family are the first priority.

“In our outfit, church comes first, family a close second and all of this business, a distant third,” Jay said. “The secret to it all is to get around people who are smarter than you are and then just re-do it all, copying what they do. Truth is we are thriving here on what we love to do.” Photo by Laura L. Valenti

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Jasper, Mo. “When he passed away the last of January and the mother cows started freshening in January, I oversaw 67 and had a perfect calf crop,” Joan recalled.

She continued with the farm and maintained the herd of cattle by renting the crop land and working out a purchase deal to have the cattle herd too.

The family farm is currently operated by Joan, her daughter Suzanne Russell, and her husband Mark Russell, and their children Caleb Russell, wife Kelsey Russell and Molly Russell. of Braunvieh calves from a neighbor to start raising as a youth project in 4-H and FFA. They have continued the operation, which consists of around 61 head of cattle. “Part of my thinking was, if we’re going to raise beef, lets raise good beef,” Suzanne said.

For the last 14 years, the family has raised Braunvieh cattle. They currently run purebred and commercial cattle and hope to expand their operation.

“It’s not one as well known, so especially since I’ve gotten out of college,

I’ve been more driven to not only promote it but breed quality cattle that are going to not only hold their own against other breeds but still maybe fill a niche that some other breeds can’t,” Caleb said.

Most of their cattle are sold in production and consignment sales as well as being sold privately off the farm.

“We’re not focused as much on trying to sell a large amount of cattle a year, probably we’re focused more on trying to raise the best quality that we can,” Caleb added. During bull selection, especially if AI’ing, the Russells use bulls that have been proven in other operations for a pretty lengthy amount of time. Caleb remembers in college an industry leading individual saying, “Muscle is only a generation away.”

Their focus is on top-quality structure and top-quality phenotype and once that’s established, they start adding in the higher growth and higher performing kind of genetics. He said their longevity is what gives them edge over a lot of other breeds.

The family believes structural integrity and structural correctness along with being extremely fertile are good breeding stock qualities. Their cattle calve in the spring and fall, and are weaned based on age instead of weight; generally, at 4 to 6 months.

Most all females are retained for breeding stock if they meet their quality structure and breed and soundness exams.

Molly, who went to an AI school in September, said they currently AI on the farm and are in the beginning stages of utalizing embryo transfer. “The more information you have, the more intelligent your decisions can be,” Suzanne said.

They also use a non-invasive blood test with next-day results called Bio Pryn, which is primarily used for pregnancy testing.

Their cows are rotationally grazed on grass, and calves are hand fed a 12-percent ration. They are fed protein supplement lick tubs and show cattle are fed a show feed ration that they mix on their own. Mark jokingly stated their cattle nutrition consists of “Maneval’s super-secret feed.” A Purina line of seasonal minerals is also incorporated. When talking about working cattle, Kelsey laughed and advised, “Never take to heart what’s said when working cows.”

There’s not a day that goes by there’s not at least one if not two sets of eyes that sees every cow on the place. They feel knowing their animals helps in having a successful cattle farm.

Molly believes you can apply pretty much anything you’ve learned on the farm somewhere and that there’s a lot of things that are very humbling because you’ve seen the good and the bad. She said that going out and looking at the baby calves is always exciting no matter how old you are.

They commented there is a lot of knowledge out there if you’re just willing to listen. The family takes each situation individually as it comes and believes that you need to be willing to be a lifelong learner with it because it is constantly progressing and changing. As the family continues to raise cattle and operate the farm, they are living Orie’s dream. “We’re not focused as much on trying to sell a large amount of cattle a year, probably we’re focused more on trying to raise the best quality that we can.” – Caleb Russell “

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Treasure Trackers Group digs for the past By Laura L. Valenti There are many ways to study history and the Laclede County Treasure Trackers have discovered a past time that takes them down all kinds of historical paths, old and new.

The members of the metal detecting group, however have a warning for all who take up their captivating hobby, it is highly addictive.

“It’s the luck of the draw,” according to Greg Darrow, president of the group that meets monthly at the Lebanon-Laclede County Library. “I found two quarters outside a house near Pittsburg, Kan., one old, one new, one in good condition and one about worn through.”

He pointed to the 1896 coin, the age of which was apparent even without the faint date on the bottom.

“If that older one had been in the same condition as the other that would have been worth a lot.” A nearby display tables was dotted with bits and pieces of history. The group’s treasures include old jewelry – especially rings – buttons and pins from various military uniforms, coins, parts of antique pocket watches and, of course, lots of bullets, musket balls and other bits of lead related to the Civil War skirmishes and battles that took place in the Ozarks 160 years ago.

“Camp lead,” Noah Smothers, the group’s treasurer, stated as he pointed to scrambled bits of white material. “Soldiers sitting around the campfire would throw lead scraps into the fire and it melted into shapes like these. The various kinds of lead – shot, mini-balls, bullets and so on – turn white after laying around in the ground for 150 years.”

This particular group of collectors started in 2014 but there are similar groups in several Ozarks communities. At each meeting, members bring their

latest finds, which might include anything from a cowbell to a gold broach, a silver ring to a cast metal toy from decades past, and put them on display. Then the members vote as to which one is the winner for that month and its owner is awarded a coin prize at the next meeting.

“Sometimes we are asked to search for old property stakes, driven into the ground in years past to verify property lines. The problem, of course, is that people’s memories are not so accurate at times. They have us searching for a stake, which is really just a piece of

iron rebar, feet or even yards away from where it is actually located,” another member laughed.

“Proper metal detecting etiquette is so important,” Noah continued. “As a member of our group, you sign a contract, promising to abide by that and if you don’t, you’ll be asked to leave. That includes things like filling in the holes you dig as you look for items and taking your trash with you. If you dig up something worthless like a nail, you don’t just leave it there. You take it with you and get rid of it. We make sure we close gates so livestock don’t get out and

be respectful of crops. A lot of property owners don’t want metal detecting folks on their land now because others in the past, have been disrespectful, damaged property, or driven through the crop fields. There’s no call for that and it makes it hard on everyone.”

“There is a lot more to this than most people realize,” Donna Uplinger commented. “For me it’s not so much the monetary value of an item but the history. You are holding something in your hand that is so old and that really gets to my heart.”

“I found a miner’s tag (a tag used to keep miners safe when they went underground),” Pat Smothers added. “They hung their numbered tag on a board to indicate they were still in the mine and took it back once they came back above ground). Or something that belonged to a soldier, it gives me pause. I wonder if that soldier made it back home safe.”

“Everybody thinks when they get a metal detector, they are gonna go out and find gold or silver,” Greg Darrow said with a grin. His most recent finds include an 18-karat gold broach. “The truth is, for all the treasures we have found, we’ve all got buckets full of old junk, nails, metal scrap and wire. And like most hobbies, you spend a lot more than you ever make. Still, it’s those treasures that you do find that keep bringing you back for more.”

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12 Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com FEBRUARY 3, 2020 eye on agri-business meeting the needs of farmers Highway H Highland Cattle Ranch By Julie Turner-Crawford History: Bill and Kathy Bolch have been in the Highland cattle business for the last several years, and they sometimes find there is a lack of availability of certain cattle-related products in the Ozarks, so they diversified their cattle operation to include livestock equipment. Products: The main product line for Highway H Highland Cattle Ranch, other than their registered Highland Cattle and meat, is the Prairie Phoenix Cattle Care System.

As cattle producers, the couple said they were impressed with the Prairie Phoenix so much that they wanted to become distributors, and officially began in September 2019. “It’s the most durable and cost-effective oiler out there,” Bill said of the South Dakota-based company.

The oilers significantly reduce horn and face flies, lice and other external parasites. “It’s designed so that it’s always ready,” Bill added. “The cow at the oiler lets the dose out for the next cow. It’s advanced and simple.”

The system, Bill and Kathy explained, is very durable, and tough enough to withstand any butting bull. There’s also a system specially designed for bison herds.

“Essentially, there are no moving parts to break,” Kathy said. “There’s a needle valve and when the cattle rub on the ropes, it drops the mineral oil mixture onto the rope. It addressed problems other manufacturers have.”

Highway H Cattle Ranch is the only authorized distributor of the Prairie Phoenix station in Missouri.

The other product they offer is the Safety Zone Calf Catchers and Parkhurst round bale unrollers.

“I think we have found what’s a good fit for us and the Ozarks,” Kathy said. Philosophy: Bill and Kathy believe in offering only the best available equipment to their customers.

“I like to interact with other people and I like to learn what others are doing, so this interaction with other producers is huge,” Bill said. “I ask tons of questions, and they ask questions about what I’m doing and I’m doing things a little different than they are, but we’re all in the same business. I won’t sell something that won’t help another farmer.”

“I think that adds to our creditability more than just being a salesperson,” Kathy said. “We farm and we use these products.” Owners: Bill and Kathy Bolch Location: Stoutland, Mo.

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There’s a science to agriculture, and for one El Dorado Springs, Mo., couple, it’s a perfect match. Jordan and Megan Richner each possess advanced degrees in agriculture. Megan is a former agriculture instructor turned science teacher at Stockton (Mo.) High School and Jordan is a soil scientist.

Jordan and Megan, along with Megan’s parents, Sam and Nancy Eaves, run a herd of about 40 commercial cows.

Jordan and Megan took over the day-today operations and management in 2013, Restoring the Land Jordan and Megan Richner are using the science of agriculture to give their family farm new life By Julie Turner-Crawford

ning 160 acres,” Jordan said. “We tore out the interior fences and put in the electric (fences), and we used cost-share programs to fence the wooded area and a pond, and to add concrete waters.”

Multiflora rose, blackberries and seri- cea covered much of their pastures un- til a spraying program, which was also eligible for cost-share funding, began to eradicate the undesirable plants.

“Now we’re down to the broomsedge,” Jordan said. “Our next step is going to be getting our lime program down.”

Jordan and Megan Richner, pictured with their son Ethan, are incorporating rotational grazing and selective genetics to improve their Red Cedar Ranch.

Photo by Julie Turner-Crawford

El Dorado Springs, Mo. after buying 40 acres that join the farm where Megan grew up. In all, the family farm consists of about 300 acres, includ- ing pasture, wooded areas and hayfields.

“This is the smallest the herd has ever been, but we’re trying to focus on quality,” Megan explained. “We’re trying to restore our plants and improve the health of our soil, so we don’t want to have too many cows because that would be counterintuitive to restoring our forages.”

Part of the improvement has been converting pastures from continuous grazing to a rota- tional system.

“At this place, they were run- With the improvements underway and the grazing system installed, the grazing system at their Red Cedar Ranch, the Richners have extended their grazing season, allowing them not to begin feeding hay, which is also grown on the farm, until mid-December.

“During the growing season, I have an 80 split into 20-acre pastures, then split those into fives, sometimes 10, if I want to go a little longer, and quarter them around the waters,” Jordan explained. “Our cattle can go two to five days on the 5-acre paddocks, then I will move them on.”

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Leslie Payne

By Laura L. Valenti

Hometown: Bolivar, Mo. Family: Wife, Susan; son, Derek and daughter-in-law, Sundi; daughter, Ashley and son-in-law, Brandon Moore;and grandchildren Kennedy (5), Bentley (5) and Blake (3).

In Town: Leslie Payne has worked for MFA in Bolivar for 37 years. For 25 years, he ran the MFA elevator and did custom feed mixes for area dairy farmers and livestock owners.

“I did nutrition work, custom mixes and of course, unloaded the incoming semi-trucks filled with grain. I also drove a bulk feed truck and made deliveries to area dairy farmers.”

In 2017, he moved from the elevator to the MFA office.

His wife, Susan, works as a beautician at Visible Changes in Bolivar. The couple’s son Derek is a special education teacher and, daughter Ashley is a registered nurse at Citizens Memorial Hospital in Bolivar. Photo by Laura L. Valenti

In the Country: Leslie and Susan live on 200 acres in rural Polk County, about 10 miles outside of Bolivar, Mo., and lease another 200 acres. They own 140 head of Gelbvieh cows. Leslie uses Beefmaster bulls with his cows and has been working with cattle, one way or another, all of his life.

“The Beefmaster bulls increase the body depth from the brisket to the rear and provide more muscle,” Leslie said. That is what I was looking for. The Gelbviehs are excellent cows. The half-blood Beefmasters grow bigger, producing an excellent animal. “I have six Beefmaster bulls and keep my replacement heifers. All my cows are now half-blood Beefmaster crossbreds. I’m not into the purebred or registered cattle. I sell mine at the sale barns at Joplin or Osceola. I also sell a lot of seed stock. After all these years in this business, I have a lot of connections so I also sell right off the farm. I’ve been to several nutrition schools and background my own calves, selling them as feeders I just bought another place that joins mine. I’ve had to slow down a bit in recent years, but my son, Derek, and my son-in-law, Brandon, help out. I have a few friends I can hire when needed. Even the grandkids help out. They may be little but they like to contribute, too by filling stock tanks and such.”

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Small Changes, Big Results

15 The Ozarks’ Most Read Farm Newspaper FEBRUARY 3, 2020 Minor changes can save and make producers more money By Kathy Daily I’ve had the pleasure many times of hearing Danny Klinefelter speak at the Agricultural Bankers Conference. Klinefelter is a former professor at Texas A & M University and a legendary farm management guru. Klinefelter often spoke about the 5-Percent Rule in agriculture.

What is the 5-Percent Rule? “A 5-percent increase in price received, a 5-percent decrease in costs and a 5-percent increase in yield will often produce more than a 100-percent increase in net returns. The effect is cumulative, multiplicative and compounding.” In the example below it results in a 35-percent increase in revenue, which isn’t 100 percent, but $91 is still a substantial increase nonetheless. This is a reminder that it’s the little changes that add up to big improvements. If someone told you that you needed to increase revenue this year by 35 percent, you would probably think they just fell off the turnip truck. However, if they asked you if you could increase your price by 5 percent, you would probably think that’s achievable. This same 35 percent increase over a three-year span would produce more than a 100 percent increase in net returns. Price increases can generally be achieved by making a plan and sticking to it. Set the price you need and make it happen! I encourage people to work with a grain marketer if possible. The biggest problem in marketing your crops is waiting for another increase. You just know the market has one more increase left, then it drops. Determine your operation’s breakeven, add a profit, set your price, and then sell when you get there. A grain marketer will keep you disciplined. Remember, 90 percent of the people at the coffee shop didn’t hit the high either. They just said they did. You’re not competing with your neighbors, you’re running a business. I’m not an agronomist, so I’m not going to try to tell you how to improve your yield, but speak to someone who is and ask them for some suggestions. Farmers are very prideful and typically don’t like to ask for help, but we need to get over that and seek input from others. You know the farmers in the area whose crops always look good. Ask some questions and find out what they are doing differently. Maybe they are using a new drought-tolerant seed, or one that is inclined to grow faster and stronger. Ask your seed salesperson or the co-op what’s new and shows promise. Cost savings might be recognized from a variety of things:

• More precision chemical application instead of treating the entire field

•Taking advantage of prepaid discounts • Paying on time to avoid late fees • Getting updated quotes on property insurance on a routine basis

• Keeping equipment longer • Purchasing in bulk with other producers • Refinancing higher interest rate loans • Limit the number of suppliers to get better pricing – ask for a quote and shop around

The 5-percent rule is easy to remember. I find myself thinking about it often in my profession. Now think about how this rule would impact your business and the impact it would have if you did this over several years?

Kathy Daily is the managing director of First Financial Bank’s Farm and Ranch Division. 5 % Rule Price $ 3.80 +5 % $ 3.99 Yield 180 +5 % 189 Revenue $ 684 $ 754 Costs $ 425 -5 % $ 404 Profit/Loss $ 259 $ 350 Difference $ 91

16 Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com FEBRUARY 3, 2020 farmfinance Agriculture Plus Strategy Farmers and ranchers must be strategic thinkers and planners By Ken Knies

Strat-e-gy: A plan or policy designed to achieve a major or overall aim. In the military sense: A plan for military operations or movements during a war or battle.

One more I really like: A method or plan chosen to bring about a desired future, such as achievement of a goal or solution to a problem.

Regardless of how you define it, our farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses use strategy daily. Modern agriculture represents the classic need for strategic thinking and planning. Consider the variables involved in decision-making involving agriculture. Farmers face a wide variety of factors when making business decisions, including weather, forecasting, commodity prices, opportunity costs on one crop or product vs. another. Other variables include markets, trade issues, local factors, environmental concerns, financing options and neighbors. Given the sheer efficiency of ag producers, it’s amazing to consider all the options and variables involved in their decision-making and strategic processes. We can use this same process in our personal and business finance decisions. With the availability and ease of using the internet, we can make better financial decisions.

Considering buying a truck or tractor? Here are some questions and considerations: n New or used n Cost vs. savings n Brand and size n Application and likely usage n Implements needed n Purchase or trade n Ease of use/who will use this n Buy or finance n Warranties n Local or distant purchase n Servicing when needed These and many more decisions often come automatically to our farmers and ranchers. That doesn’t mean they get ignored or receive less impact in the decisionmaking process. This is just an example of a regular occurrence for our farmer-producers. Setting goals is important. Just know there can be a close relationship between effective goal management and strategic thinking and application. One compliments the other.

Another strategic concept involves the use of available resources as we strive to do our jobs and conquer new opportunities. The more we use all available resources as we take on a task or challenge, the better the result. One of the best ways to do this is to talk to others who have “been there, done that.”

If you know a neighbor, friend or associate who has dealt with a similar problem or task, tap into that resource. The more we learn, the less likely we are of making the same mistakes. Most people are happy to share their knowledge and often their past mistakes in order to help us. What a great resource. No doubt you’ll return the favor in some other area when you can.

I can’t overestimate the power of the internet as a resource. If you can think of it, it’s highly likely someone has identified a similar issue online. Use it, but not at the expense of ignoring the great people resources available next door or at a local farm store or dealership. There’s no better lesson than one learned the hard way. Let’s learn from others when possible. That in itself can be strategic.

Ken W. Knies is an agricultural and rural consultant. He holds a bachelor’s of science and arts from the University of Arkansas and a master’s of business administration from Webster University in St. Louis, Mo. He formed Ag Strategies, LLC as a business unit focused on quality borrowers and lenders. Cattle Handling & Feed Equipment Green’s Welding & Sales Custom Made in the USA for Cattlemen 10’ Feed Bunk All 14 Ga. Steel Construction Bulk Bins 3 Ton Portable Bin • New 15” wheels • New 8 ply tires • Jack on tongue with clevis hitch • Ground opening lid • Sight glass • Rain guard • Drop Leg on Back Sizes: 5 Ton Stationary 3 Ton Stationary and Portable 1 Ton Stationary and Portable • Cattle Working Chutes • Portable Corral Panels & Trailers • Bulk Bins • Portable Creep Feeders

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Construction Loan Tips Obtaining a construction loan is not the same as a mortgage By Brian Watkins and Greg Benton “Homesteading” a piece of undeveloped land can be a challenging yet reachable goal. According to a Federal Reserve report, continuing strength in the labor market and continued low mortgage rates are contributing to a favorable building environment. A construction loan may be the only loan you will ever apply for on an asset that does not exist – yet.

However, a construction loan is a legitimate financial tool to turn your dreams of having a custom-built home into a reality. It takes an experienced “guide” to navigate a path from envisioning a new home to finalizing your punch list items on the final walk-through. Building a home can get very complicated, especially if you need to take out a short-term loan for construction and a second, longer-term mortgage to permanently finance your new home.

Everything starts with a construction loan, a short-term loan that provides both the financing necessary to build the house and the safeguards to ensure expenses are measured and monitored throughout the process. From a business standpoint, banks consider construction loans more of a lending risk than traditional mortgages. That’s because your completed home acts as collateral with a traditional mortgage. In the case of a home construction loan, the bank has no collateral to claim, since your house is still under construction.

To acquire a construction loan, aspiring builders usually start off with architectural plans as the basis for estimating the projected value of the finished home. When the plans are approved and accepted by all interested parties, construction loan providers generally offer a loan based on a percentage of the completed projected value of the house. Typically, a 20 percent down payment by the borrower is contemplated, requiring a remaining loan value of approximately 80 percent of the projected value, to provide all the funds necessary to build your new home.

Construction loan disperse the loan in installments called “draws” as needed during various stages of construction. For instance, a concrete contractor will likely request payment after foundations are poured and set. As the construction progresses, other building trade contractors will want payment for their services. Then there are costs for extra items, like titling, inspections, appraisals, landscaping and interior finishing millwork.

Your construction loan provider should be your partner from the first building blueprints to the final walk-through of your completed home.

When the building phase is completed, the construction loan is paid back immediately when a more traditional long-term mortgage is put in its place. Provided you had no cost overruns and your home appraises at the original projected value, obtaining the mortgage loan financing is not nearly as arduous a process. Some loan providers offer a financing package that includes both the construction and mortgage loan.

Homesteading is a journey involving many partners along the way, and it’s good to have an experienced advisor to help navigate the financial crossroads.

Brian Watkins is the Commerce Trust Company’s director of private banking and Greg Benton is a Commerce Bank mortgage banker.

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market sales reports

slaughterbulls (Week of 1/19/20 to 1/25/20)

Springfield Livestock Marketing Center Kingsville Livestock Auction South Central Regional Stockyards MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler Douglas County Livestock - Ava Buffalo Livestock Market Ozarks Regional Stockyards Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba Joplin Regional Stockyards Mid Missouri Stockyards Four State Stockyards - Exeter

Not Reported † 80.00-95.00*

64.00-72.00 †

60.50-94.00 † 80.50-86.00*

66.50-75.00 †

Not Reported*

63.00 †

52.50-94.00 † 84.00-86.50 †

60.50-94.50 †

10 30 50 70 90 110 130

slaughter cows (Week of 1/19/20 to 1/25/20)

Springfield Livestock Kingsville Livestock Auction South Central Regional MO-KAN Livestock Market Douglas County Livestock - Ava Buffalo Livestock Market Ozarks Regional Stockyards Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba Joplin Regional Stockyards Mid Missouri Stockyards t Four State Stockyards

Not Reported † 45.00-69.00*

30.00-60.00 † 10.00-62.50*

21.00-73.50 †

34.50-71.50 † 16.00-67.50 † Not Reported* 3

20.00-71.00 †

11.00-72.00 † 18.00-57.50 †

0 20 40 60 80 100

cow/calfpairs

(Week of 1/19/20 to 1/25/20) Springfield Livestock Marketing 925.00-1125.00 † Kingsville Livestock Auction South Central Regional Stockyards MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava Buffalo Livestock Market Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba Joplin Regional Stockyards Mid Missouri Stockyards Ozarks Regional Stockyards - West Plains 885.00-1400.00 † 1125.00-1175.00 † 1000.00-1270.00 † Four State Stockyards - Exeter

None Reported † Not Reported † None Reported* None Reported*

None Reported † Not Reported* 1050.00-1925.00 †

0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 replacementcows (Week of 1/19/20 to 1/25/20) Springfield Livestock 210.00-1085.00 † Kingsville Livestock Auction 1000.00-1135.00 † South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava Buffalo Livestock Market Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba 570.00-1200.00 † Joplin Regional Stockyards

875.00-1240.00 † Mid Missouri Stockyards Ozarks Regional Stockyards 350.00-1325.00 † 300.00-1400.00 † Not Reported † 700.00-1600.00 † Not Reported* Prices reported per cwt Four State Stockyards - Exeter None Reported* None Reported*

5 Area (Tx-Ok, Ks, Neb, Ia, Colo, Nm, Mn) Live Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 123.00-127.00; wtd. avg. price 124.49. Heifers: 122.50-125.50; wtd. avg. price 124.26. Dressed Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 198.00-199.00; wtd. avg. price 198.51. Heifers: 199.00-199.00; wtd. avg. price 199.00. Midwest - High Plains Direct Slaughter Cattle 1/27/20 beefcattle dairycattle sheep &goats National Sheep Summary 1/24/20 Compared to last week slaughter lambs mostly 5.00- 10.00 higher, instances 15.00 higher. Slaughter ewes steady to 10.00 higher. No comparison on feeder lambs. At San Angelo, TX 4309 head sold. No sales in Equity Electronic Auction. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs were not tested. 3500 head of negotiated sales of slaughter lambs were 3.00 lower. 4,293 lamb carcasses sold with all weights no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unless otherwise specified. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3 90-160 lbs: San Angelo: wooled and shorn 105-165 lbs 140.00- 160.00. PA: wooled and shorn 100-135 lbs no report. Ft.Collins, CO: wooled and shorn 110-120 lbs 170.00- 172.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 115-140 lbs 153.00- 167.00. Kalona, IA: wooled and shorn 100-135 lbs 165.00- 203.00; 150-165 lbs 155.00-160.00. Billings, MT: no test. Missouri: no test. Equity Elec: no sales. NONE REPORTED Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2: San Angelo: hair lambs 40-60 lbs 240.00-264.00; 60-70 lbs 224.00-250.00, few 250.00-258.00; 70-80 lbs 214.00- 238.00, few 250.00; 80-90 lbs 206.00-218.00; 96 lbs 180.00. wooled and shorn not tested. Pennsylvania: wooled and shorn no report. hair no report. Kalona, IA: wooled and shorn 50-60 lbs 267.50-275.00; 60-70 lbs 257.50-272.50; 70-80 lbs 232.50-252.50; 80-90 lbs 202.50-205.00; 90-100 lbs 212.50-226.00. hair 40-50 lbs 250.00-265.00; 50-60 lbs 257.50-272.50; 60-70 lbs 237.50-267.00; 72 lbs 237.50; 80-90 lbs 233.00-240.00. Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 60-70 lbs 190.00-195.00; 73 lbs 176.00; 80-90 lbs 171.00-185.00. hair 74 lbs 175.00; 80-90 lbs 177.00-202.00; 90-100 lbs 177.50-180.00. Missouri: hair 40-50 lbs 260.00-270.00, few 277.00; 50-60 lbs 262.50-265.00, few 277.50-280.00; 60-70 lbs 260.00-275.00. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 70-80 lbs 212.00- 222.50; 80 lbs 215.00; 92 lbs 180.00. Billings, MT: no test. Direct Trading: (lambs fob with 3-4 percent shrink or equivalent) 3500: Slaughter Lambs wooled and shorn 135-185 lbs 122.00-162.00 (wtd avg 152.13). Slaughter Ewes: San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 82.00-100.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 98.00-120.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 80.00-96.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) 62.00-70.00; Cull 1 (extremely thin) no test. Pennsylvania: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) no report; Utility 1-2 (thin) no report; Cull 1 no test. Ft. Collins: Good 3-5 (very fleshy) 84.00-99.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 81.00-99.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test. Billings, MT: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test. So Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 71.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 62.50-80.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 52.50-73.00; Cull 1 65.00. Missouri: Good 2-3 85.00-90.00; Utility and Good 1-3 60.00-75.00. Kalona: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 95.00-109.00t; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 95.00-105.00. Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2: San Angelo: 87 lbs 190.00; 91 lbs 190.00; 105 lbs 167.00; 120 lbs 152.00. Ft. Collins: no test. Billings: no test. Kalona: no test. So. Dakota: 39 lbs 175.00; 48 lbs 215.00; 50-60 lbs 239.00-246.00; 60-70 lbs 231.00-235.00; 70-80 lbs 221.00-230.00; 80-90 lbs 218.00-220.00; 90-100 lbs 198.00-211.50; 110 lbs 171.00; 135 lbs 155.00. Missouri: no test. Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2: San Angelo: mixed age hair ewes 90-120 lbs 120.00- 126.00 cwt. Ft. Collins: yearling hair ewes160.00 per head; ewes with lambs 147.50-175.00 per family. Billings: no test. So Dakota: bred middle age 140.00-155.00 per head. Kalona, IA: no test. Missouri: hair ewes 110-160 lbs 100.00-117.50 cwt. National Weekly Lamb Carcass Choice and Prime 1-4: Weight Head Wt Avg, 45 lbs down Price not reported due to confidentiality, 45-55 lbs Price not reported due to confidentiality, 55-65 lbs Price not reported due to confi dentiality, 65-75 lbs Price not reported due to confidenti ality, 75-85 lbs Price not reported due to confidentiality, 85 lbs up Price not reported due to confidentiality. Sheep and lamb slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 37,000 compared with 38,000 last week and 38,000 last year.

hog markets National Direct Delivered Feeder Pig Report Receipts This Week: 119,879 Early weaned pigs 2.00 per head lower. All feeder pigs steady to weak. Demand moderate for moderate offerings. Receipts include 53% formulated prices. Volume By State Or Province Of Origin: Missouri 9.7% Total Composite Weighted Average Receipts and Price (Formula and Cash): All Early Weaned Pigs: 113,449 at 54.65. All 40 Pound Feeder Pigs: 6,430 at 65.45.

stocker & feederprices

Steers, Med. & Lg. 1 300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs. Bulls, Med. & Lg. 1 300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs. Heifers, Med. & Lg. 1 300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs. ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- Ava Douglas County † ----- ----- ----- NOT REPORTED

Buffalo Livestock Auction* 1/25/20 478 4-6 Higher

180.00-190.00 165.00-180.00 149.00-176.00 149.00-156.00 138.00-143.00

Butler Mo-Kan Livestock † 1/23/20

632 Steady

195.00 190.00 166.00-176.00 135.00-156.50 134.00-145.00

Cuba Interstate Regional † 1/21/20 Four State Stockyards*

1/21/20 Joplin Regional Stockyards † 1/20/20

719 Steady 902 Uneven 6,469 Uneven

183.00 159.50-176.00 151.00-168.00 139.25-149.50 135.00-143.25 170.50-182.00 165.00-186.00 153.00-175.00 146.00-161.00 130.00-141.50 182.00-210.00 170.00-208.00 152.00-177.00 135.00-153.00 138.00-152.85 181.00-188.50 157.00-190.00 151.00-185.00 143.75-163.00 131.75-147.50

----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- 153.00-177.50 142.00-151.00 133.00 ----- ----- 167.00 134.00 ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- -----

139.00-157.00 143.00-158.00 130.00-144.00 127.00-132.00 127.00-129.00 ----- ----- 134.00-150.00 127.00-130.50 127.00 ----- 154.50 132.00-136.50 129.00-135.00 136.00 147.00-161.00 130.00-156.00 131.25-154.00 120.00-136.50 117.50-130.00 148.00-168.00 140.00-164.00 129.00-154.50 126.00-140.75 121.00-137.00 168.00 150.00-163.50 131.00-154.50 125.00-140.00 122.50-132.50

Negotiated Purchase (Including Packer Sold) Barrows & Gilts (carcass basis): Not Reported. Compared to Prior Day’s closing weighted average (LM_ HG208): 0.83 higher. Price Range: Not Reported Wtd Avg: $54.25. 5 Day Rolling Avg: $52.83. Western Cornbelt Daily Direct Hog Report 1/27/20

Sows Negotiated Purchase (Including Packer Sold) Sows Purchased (Live and Carcass Basis): 3,104 300-399 lbs: 10.00-34.00. 400-449 lbs: 10.00-32.00. 450-499 lbs: 10.00-30.00. 500-549 lbs: 20.00-30.00. 550/up lbs: 18.00-30.00. Western Cornbelt Daily Direct Sow & Boar Report 1/27/20

dairy & fed cattle National Dairy Market 1/24/20 Cheese: Barrels closed at $1.6100 and 40# blocks at $1.9950. The weekly average for barrels is $1.6156 (+.1011) and blocks, $1.9913 (+.0853). Fluid Milk: Milk production nationwide is steady to increasing. Relatively tame winter weather is keeping cows comfortable across much of the country, but below normal temperatures have kept milk output in check in Florida. Milk flows are above projections in the Pacific Northwest and mountain states and increasing throughout the West and Midwest. Heavy milk and cream volumes are keeping processors busy. Class I sales are steady to higher as educational institutions settle into regular routines and the remaining colleges return from winter break. Cream supplies are readily available. Multiples for the week are 1.10-1.20 in the East, 1.15-1.26 in the Midwest, and 1.00-1.18 in the West. SPOT PRICES OF CLASS II CREAM: $ PER POUND BUTTERFAT, F.O.B., producing plants, Midwestern U.S. - $2.2408 - $2.3927. hay & grain markets Winter weather captured the headlines for the entirety of this week. Ice and snow made feeding needs high and transportation very difficult. Movement of any hay was basically impossible. The supply of hay is moderate to heavy, demand is light to moderate, and prices are steady. The Missouri Department of Agriculture has a hay directory available for both buyers and sellers. To be listed, or to view the directory visit http://mda.mo.gov/abd/haydirectory/ for listings of hay http://agebb.missouri.edu/haylst/ (All prices f.o.b. and per ton unless specified and on most recent reported sales. Supreme quality Alfalfa (RFV <185): 180.00-200.00. Small squares 7.00-9.00 per bale. Premium quality Alfalfa (RFV 170-180): 160.00-180.00. Good quality Alfalfa (RFV 150-170): 120.00-160.00. Small squares 5.00-7.00 per bale. Fair quality Alfalfa (RFV 130-150): 100.00-125.00. Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 80.00-120.00. Small squares 6.00-8.00 per bale (some alfalfa/grass mix). Fair to Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 60.00-80.00. Small squares 3.00-6.00 per bale. Fair quality Mixed Grass hay: 35.00-50.00 per large round bale. 25.00-40.00 per 4x5 round bale. Good quality Bromegrass: 80.00-120.00. Fair to Good quality Bromegrass: 50.00-80.00. Wheat hay: 40.00-55.00 per large round bale. Wheat straw: 3.00-6.00 per small square bale. Mo. Weekly Hay Summary 1/23/20

$190

$145

$100 Jan. 18 Fe b. 18 Mar. 18 Apr. 18 Ma y 18 June 18 July 18 August 18 S ept. 18 Oct. 18 N ov. 18 Dec. 18 Jan. 19 Fe b. 19 Mar. 19 Apr. 19 Ma y 19 Ju n e 19 July 19 August 19 S ept. 19 Oct. 19 N ov. 19 Dec. 19

Ava Butler Cuba Joplin Kingsville Springfield Vienna West Plains steers550-600 LBS.

Ava Butler Cuba Joplin Kingsville Springfield Vienna West Plains heifers550-600 LBS.

151.40

Week of 12/29/19

161.23 133.32

Week of 12/29/19

138.31

152.84 134.62

Week of 1/5/20

163.58 160.69 155.31

161.53 159.90

166.95

156.97

Week of 1/5/20

143.00 137.74 136.52

146.48 139.50

147.98

134.34

168.00 150.00-163.50 131.00-154.50 125.00-140.00 122.50-132.50 ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- ----- Mid Missouri Stockyards* ----- ----- ----- NOT REPORTED

Springfield Livestock Marketing † 1/22/20

728 Steady

----- 170.75-177.00 147.00-167.00 139.00-154.00 137.00-142.50

----- 166.00-168.50 144.00-158.00 ----- -----

151.00-153.50 138.00-145.50 125.00-140.00 120.00-127.50 131.00-131.50

Vienna South Central † 1/22/20

362 -----

----- 180.50-181.50 152.50-176.50 143.50-159.25 132.00-135.00

West Plains Ozarks Regional † 1/21/20

3,547 Uneven

181.00-195.00 170.00-187.00 154.00-181.00 139.00-157.00 138.00-151.00

----- 145.00-155.00 137.00-145.00 ----- -----

----- 149.50 138.25-147.00 134.00-135.25 ----- 150.00-165.00 138.00-157.00 130.00-146.00 130.00-137.00 132.00-135.00

avg. grain prices Week Ended 1/24/20 Soybeans Soft Wheat Corn Sorghum* * Price per cwt 18

Week of 1/12/20

15

12

9

6

3

0

9.34

7.36 8.65 3.90 3.90 5.59 6.50 9.25 8.95 8.55

3.87 4.00 6.37

5.81 6.05 3.98 5.70

Week of 1/19/20

156.34

166.82

156.03

159.49

165.08 155.00

170.18

159.26

166.99

154.95

161.18

161.32 154.60

171.11

161.48

125 143 161 179 197 215 Prices Based on Weighted Average for Steers and Heifers 550-600 lbs. * No price reported in weight break **USDA Failed To Report *** No Sale - Holiday

Week of 1/12/20

132.34

144.88 125.00

138.35 139.40

134.01

132.33 132.82

Week of 1/19/20

139.49 135.50 137.31 137.61 129.08

139.62 135.83

110 126 142 158 174 190 Prices Based on Weighted Average for Steers and Heifers 550-600 lbs. * No price reported in weight break **USDA Failed To Report *** No Sale - Holiday

It’s ‘That’ Time of Year A new year means it’s time to update your financial statements By Erin Harvey Happy New Year! 2019 is a year most farmers and ranchers won’t forget.

We experienced an interesting planting season – inclement weather, market challenges, and a near record-slow harvest which left many looking forward to putting 2019 behind them and getting focused on 2020.

As everybody knows, a new year brings new goals, new outlooks, and in the banking world it also means updating financial statements (que the sighs and eye rolls). Since most farmers utilize cash-based calendar-year accounting, the end of the year is prime time for bringing it all up to date.

Your lender will more than likely want to sit down with you in January or February and will want updated financials, so getting a jump start on it now will ensure more accurate information is provided.

Use your information to create a budget and set financial goals for the new year. This can make a big difference in your financial outlook for the new year. With your goals in mind, determine where you stand today given crop and cattle budgets and current commodity prices. Update your projections, as well as your expectations, regularly.

Ag lenders want to know that you have a certain level of financial understanding to operate and run your farm. Being able to have the conversations about your farm’s financials gives lenders the confidence in your ability to run a successful farm business.

Let your banker know what your financial goals are for the year. Are you looking to buy more cattle or is your neighbor up the road looking to retire and you have always had your heart set on buying their farm?

Another area I urge customers to dive in to as the new year takes off is their insurance policies and coverage.

Sit down with your insurance agent and make sure all the changes in your balance sheet are reflected. Did you trade tractors, did you build a new barn? Are they covered? Are your life insurance policies enough to cover all of your debt and provide for your dependents future?

Also, verify your beneficiaries to ensure correctness. Taking the time to review these small things can help alleviate risk in the future.

On a final note, as we dive into 2020, I urge each of you to share the positivity in our industry. There is so much to be excited about when it comes to the future of agriculture. The more we focus on the positive bright future of the industry, the more we progress.

I urge each of you to speak up and tell your story of how great farming is for raising a family, sustaining your community, and feeding the world.

Every farmer needs to be an advocate for agriculture.

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21 The Ozarks’ Most Read Farm Newspaper FEBRUARY 3, 2020 leaving their heirs to deal with loose financial ends. Consult with your attorney or CPA about what is most beneficial for your farm assets. Should your assets be in a trust, LLC, or C-corporation? 4 Resolve to address the adequacy of your insurance policies. When reviewing your life insurance policies make sure your beneficiaries are accurate for the same reason as Resolution 3. Assess the adequacy of your property insurance. Do you still have your livestock, farm machinery, and buildings insured for enough? Do you have enough life insurance to provide for your family and creditors if something unforeseen should happen to you? Young farmers often fail to take advantage of affordable life insurance policies when they are young and healthy. Don’t forget to assess long-term care and disability policies. Many times a disability creates a much larger financial burden than a death. 5 Resolve to annually assess your capital needs and your long-term plan. Share these thoughts and desires with your banker and CPA. As a banker, I am frequently surprised by customers who approach me about building a new facility or purchasing new equipment without giving prior thought to it. Often this is driven by the desire to reduce taxes without giving adequate consideration to the resulting debt service obligation and the true benefit of the acquisition.

In conclusion, don’t hesitate to seek help in accomplishing these resolutions. Cultivate a relationship with your banker, CPA, attorney, insurance agent, and financial advisor. They are eager to help and it makes their job easier in helping you achieve financial success and meeting your goals.

Kim Light is president and senior credit officer with Heritage Bank of the Ozarks in Lebanon, Mo. farmfinance Resolutions for a New Decade Plan for the future with 5 resolutions By Kim Light

The 20s have arrived and it is time to plan ahead for the next decade. The 30s will be here before we know it, particularly if you don’t lay the groundwork now. 1 Resolve to grasp the true profitability of your farming operation. Prepare a year-end financial statement each year by Jan. 31. This will help you and your bankers access your financial condition. Strive to list accurately the market value of all your assets and be sure to include all of your obligations, including all credit card balances and balances owed to suppliers ie. feed bill, vet bills, etc. 2 Resolve to have your taxes completed by the end of February. If you are due a refund, you are giving the federal and state government’s interest-free loans for every day you delay filing. If you owe taxes, you can delay paying until April 15, but how do you know if the return isn’t complete. Hint – if your tax preparer or CPA tries to delay you, find another provider. It is hard to get a grasp of your true financial condition until you have the tax return information in hand. 3 Resolve to monitor your estate plan on an annual basis. We often have attorneys prepare trusts and wills, but then forget about them. Things change! It is amazing how frequently I have seen ex-spouses or deceased individuals who are still listed as beneficiaries or trustees on estate plans. Preparing a succession plan for your farm is a critical part of your estate plan. What would happen to your farm if you were suddenly not a part of it? Would it continue on as you desire? Farmers often do not like to deal with issues like their own mortality. I have seen numerous examples of customers, friends and relatives dealing with unforeseen health issues or unexpected deaths MID MISSOURI STOCKYARDS For Farm Visits, Market Updates, or Trucking ZACH COX 417-777-1320 or DAN ROMINE 573-578-4939 Barn: 417-532-9292 17505 Route 66, Exit 123 off I-44 • Phillipsburg, MO 65722 We Appreciate Your Business! Call REGULAR SALE EVERY THURSDAY 11AM Competitive Buyers! Competitive Commission! Competitive Market! Visit our website midmostockyards.com for the latest market report and special cow sale dates. Sunday February 23, 2020 SELLING: 15 Bulls, 48 Females, 38 Embryos & 1 Flush For additional information or to request a sale book, contact: Missouri Angus Association General Manager, Julie Conover 734-260-8635 • julie@missouriangus.org • http://www.missouriangus.org 1/3/2019 - Lot 33: 19480644 Consigned by Sydenstricker Genetics CED +6 BW WW YW $M $B $C +4.1 +71 +137 +50 +202 +312 2/21/2018 – Lot 44: 19152453 Consigned by Meyer Cattle Company. Sells with her mid-February calf at side out of EXAR Instrumental 8522B. CED +9 BW WW YW $M $B $C +1.8 +49 +88 +42 +132 213 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22 9:30 am Futurity Show 2:30 pm Annual Meeting 6:30 pm Annual Banquet SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23 11:00 am Futurity Sale 1/9/2019 – Lot 61: 19506536 Consigned by Mead Farms 6/2/2019 – Lot 11: 19605662 Consigned by Birk Beef Cattle Offering 2 embryo packages: A. Colburn Primo 5153 (18217480) B. Conley Express 7211 (18941522) Lot 51: Dam 16608280 Consigned by Hillside Angus Ranch

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What Your Credit Reports Says Your score is similar to a grade for financial management and how you handle your financial obligations By Kelli Jo Buettner

22 Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com As a farmer or rancher, you know the importance of good record keeping and using it to track the progress of your operation.

Predicting or estimating results is part of your daily decision making. You spend time watching weather reports, reading publications, and looking back on previous experiences to make decisions. Similarly, your lender uses a variety of information sources to analyze risk and predict future credit behavior when making financing decisions. One of those sources is your credit report.

Your credit report verifies your identity and illustrates how you handle financial obligations. It includes your social security number, date of birth, current and past addresses, occupation, financial history, and details past and present performance on loans and credit card accounts. It also often includes information related to judgments, liens, bankruptcies and collection accounts. The information comes from the creditors and lenders with whom you do business. The three major credit bureaus are Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Lenders may voluntarily share information with any of them. Creditors have the right to choose which of the three bureaus they furnish information to, which means your credit report from each bureau may contain slightly different information. Your credit report can affect approvals, interest rates, terms, and more.

Similarly, it’s important you understand your credit score. Derived from the information contained in your credit report, your credit score is a quick measure of financial health. Depending on the bureau and model used, your score may vary slightly.

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there is no magic recipe for a perfect score, your score is influenced by your payment history (35 percent), debt level (30 percent), length of credit history (15 percent), new accounts (10 percent), and types of credit in use (10 percent).

The credit reporting process is governed by the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA), which requires data furnishers (creditors and lenders) to provide timely and accurate information to the credit reporting agencies. Under the FCRA, you have the right to obtain a free personal credit report from each of the three major bureaus each year. You may access your free reports by visiting www.annualcreditreport.com. Review your reports for accuracy even if you don’t finance your operation with debt to ensure you aren’t a victim of identity theft. If you find errors or fraudulent activity in your reports, contact the appropriate bureau to launch an investigation.

Additionally, free credit education apps are accessible online. Companies like Credit Karma offer access to your credit report with multiple bureaus if you agree to view the ads on their site or app. They may also include estimates of your credit score free of charge. The online apps allow you to actively monitor your credit report more than once a year and offer tips to improve your credit score.

The next time you visit with your lender, ask if they use credit bureau reports or scores in making decisions. If they do, share the information you know is in your report. Your lender understands your credit report is a good indicator of future behavior, but certainly not a perfect one as they aren’t representative of the whole story. Be prepared with your credit report and open to share more information to ensure your lender understands you and your operation. Kelli Jo Buettner is the FCS Financial Vice President of Scored Lending and Credit Operations.

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“We could run more cattle, but we’re trying to improve our soil and ground, so what’s the point in doing all of this if we’re going to overgraze?” Megan said. “Keeping our numbers low allows our ground to rest.” Another portion of the farm typically stockpiled winter grazing.

“We can usually get them through October to January just on stockpiles,” Jordan said.

Jordan, a native of Pleasant Hope, Mo., and Megan feel the improvements to their pastures also improved the overall quality and health of their cattle herd.

“This time of year, you drive around and there’s a lot of cattle knee-deep in mud,” Jordan said. “Ours are clean and on grass… I’m seeing more weight on our calves with fewer inputs. I also take a bulk bag to the elevator and fill it up with 1,000 pounds (of feed). I can buy in bulk and don’t have any delivery costs.” Feed costs at Red Cedar Ranch have been slashed about 75 percent through the rotational grazing program, but cattle are not deprived. Mineral tubs from Missouri Livestock Supplements and other supplements are available to the herd.

Unproductive females are culled, as are any with disposition or health issues.

“One of the oldest cows we have is an old-style Simmental, but she’s never had pink eye, she throws a calf and milks,” Megan said. “She finally had a heifer and we’re going to keep that heifer. We will cull if we have one that struggles with pink eye year after year. If there’s a cow that’s a repeat offender, we won’t keep a heifer out of her and look at culling the cow. We will also look at factors like hair coat, if they stay slick and hold condition without having a bunch of feed poured to them.”

Cows are also evaluated on their ability to raise a calf without additional feed. Only in extreme conditions, such as drought, will calves be offered creep feed. Only heifers from a productive dam, among the first calves born in the season and structurally sound are considered for replacement females, and will go into the breeding program at no earlier than 18 months of age. “I used to want them to have a calf by 2, but I’m leaning more toward breeding Restoring the Land Continued from Page 13

them at 18 to 24 months because they are more mature, larger framed and quicker to recover from calving,” Megan said.

“We can also hold those heifers longer because of the grazing system,” Jordan added. “If they get a little older and we decide we don’t want to breed them, they can go into the beef program.”

After weaning, calves are backgrounded for about 30 days and fed a commercial ration before being marketed.

“We want them weaned and vaccinated before they go to the sale,” Jordan said. “That only helps us as sellers.”

“Today, you have to go the extra mile with your calves if you want that premium,” Megan added. “Genetics will have a

“This time of year, you drive around and there’s a lot of cattle kneedeep in mud. Ours are clean and on grass.”

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role in that, and you can see it now. In the future, I would like to do some DNA and genetic testing to see what our carcass traits are, what our maternal traits are. If we think one heifer is going to be good, but her data shows she might not be what we think, it would be good to know because we want to be selective with what we keep. It’s just another tool to help us raise cattle for that premium market.

The most recent set of Red Cedar Ranch calves through Mo-Kan Livestock Market in Butler, Mo., topped the market, and Megan credits the success to the culling and breeding program. “We got a new SimAngus bull and this was the first set of steers out of him,” Megan said. “That was our big news for 2019. I looked at the genetics before we bought him, so I’m proud of that. It takes some blood, sweat and tears, and worrying if you made the right decisions… The bull we have now has some good carcass traits and some maternal traits as well, so we’re hoping to hone in on those maternal genetics and get that milk up.”

A few Gelbvieh and Balancer females are waiting in the wings as replacements to help improve that maternal side.

Megan and Jordan have done some AI breeding, and plan to utilize the practice more in the future with select individuals from the herd.

In addition to selling feeder calves, the Richners sell beef through Willow Ridge Farm, a locally-owned farm-to-plate store near Stockton that sources products – such as beef – from local farms through their association with their local Farm Bureau board.

Megan said the tourism traffic in the Stockton Lake area, as well as the local food movement, has helped push their meat, as well as other products.

“We don’t claim to be grass-fed,” Megan said. “We like to say they are pasture-based because the calves do get some grain to supplement them, but we don’t pour grain to them; they get just enough to keep their rumen going; it’s a slower process, but then you don’t have all of the feed inputs.”

Calves marketed through the beef program are typically 18 to 24 months of age at the time of slaughter. They have sold about six calves through the store, as well as wholes and halves to individuals.

“For us, it’s a good market for our calves, and I think we will always try to be a part of the local market,” Megan said.

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Carthage, Mo. Dr. Hunter Smith and his wife Emily Smith own and operate Smith Equine and Veterinary Services in Carthage, Mo. Hunter is a 2019 graduate of Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine, and Emily is a 2016 graduate of Northern Oklahoma College.

Emily is a registered nurse at Mercy Hospital in Carthage, Mo., and she manages the office and financial work for the veterinary clinic. They recently welcomed their first daughter Ellie.

At a young age, Hunter had an interest in veterinary medicine. Growing up, he raised cattle and performance horses, and was involved in team roping. After high school, he attended Northeast Oklahoma A&M, where he was on the rodeo team. “While I was there, I met a few different veterinarians through my classmates and found what they did interesting.” His freshman year at NEO he recalled a phrase that his professors said, “If you enjoy what you do, you will never work a day in your life,” and that has always stuck with him. An Advocate for Animal Health Dr. Hunter Smith believes proper nutrition and care are critical for herd health By Rachel Harper

Hunter has always enjoyed working with cattle and holds a special interest for horses. He worked with a veterinarian in Oklahoma and last summer the Smiths started their small cattle herd after moving back to Carthage.

“They were my grandpa’s and he was ready to get out of the cattle business, so the timing worked out great,” Hunter said. Along with their cattle herd, they have three horses on their farm.

The veterinary clinic, which opened in 2019, is located on their farm, but offers mostly mobile services. It is a well-maintained facility with newer equipment to provide up-to-date services for producers. The clinic offers services for large animals, including but not limited to portable and digital x-rays, ultrasounds, upper airway endoscopy, equine annual exams and routine dental care and annual herd health. They offer a haul-in facility for equine and hope to expand their cattle facilities.

Hunter is a firm believer in adequate nutrition and preventative health for animals. He believes nutrition benefits the producer by reducing Dr. Hunter Smith of Smith Equine and Veterinary Service in Carthage, Mo., says proper nutrition, vaccinations and deworming are some of the basic needs to keep livestock healthy.

the number of animals in need of treatment, and decreases the risk of pregnancy loss, allowing for a larger calf crop.

When it comes to vaccinations and herd health for cattle, prevention for respiratory diseases and pregnancy loss is important.

“Calves need adequate protection when they are stressed and going through the stockyards and shipping,” he said. “It’s generally most beneficial to deworm animals during spring and fall because that’s when worms thrive in the environment the most.”

For equine, it’s better to have fecal exams prior to deworming and only deworm those that are high shedders. This method will help cut down on the increasing resistance seen to our current dewormers. Producers also might consider vaccinating their herd against scours in calves. Equine vaccinations should include prevention against both core and risk based. Core vaccines include Rabies, West Nile Virus, Tetanus and Eastern/Western Equine Encephalomyelitis. Risk based vaccines include Strangles, Equine Influenza, Rhinopneumonitis and many others. Many of these are transmitted horse to horse and may be considered when horses travel or come into contact with outside horses. It is best to vaccinate horses in the spring before the vector season begins; however, horses involved in a lot of traveling in the winter months may want to consider boosters in the fall. “Always make sure that any bull that is not a virgin bull gets trich tested before introducing them into your herd,” Hunter said.

Annual exams for equine consist of an overall health examination including fecal float to check for worms, vaccinations and routine dental care.

The clinic also offers annual Coggins tests to check for Equine Infectious Anemia as well as x-rays and other preventative care and treatment.

“The most rewarding part about being a veterinarian is that I get to treat animals and watch them get better knowing that without intervention, they wouldn’t be able to heal. It’s often difficult because sometimes animals are unfortunately beyond help and they have to be put down,” Hunter said.

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“I grew up on a livestock farm and have helped take care of them. I show livestock in 4-H and FFA. My family also grows crops and I help in different ways. We run about 20 Dorper sheep, a small cattle herd and some horses; just your typical farm. I have always been in the showring with lams, goats or turkeys. Livestock is really a passion of mine. I try to hit about three local shows then, depending on how well I do locally, I might go to the Missouri State Fair.”

What are some other things you enjoy? Maggie is currently the president of her FFA Chapter and is also very involved in her 4-H Club, as well as sports and other activities.

“I’m always involved in something. I play volleyball and softball, but most everything I do is agricultural-based.”

She also has two horses, a Missouri Foxtrotter named Blue and an Arabian named Legacy. “For the last couple of years, they have been in retirement, but I plan on showing them this year. I actually got them from a rescue where they rehab horses, and when we got there, these two were best friends. I have always loved horses since I was a little girl, so my parents came home with two horses.”

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As an ag lender, I’ve had the honor of partnering with hardworking farmers for the last 23 years, signing off on farm loans and providing consultative financial advice to keep our nation’s farms strong. It’s from this vantage point that I encourage farmers to maximize their financial relationships by digging deeper with their bankers and accountants.

You’ll accelerate your loan process and put your accountant miles ahead by scheduling periodic, three-way conversations to discuss goals. Your banker and accountant can help you develop a personalized roadmap to meet your objectives, especially when you come with numbers in hand. Here’s what you’ll need to make the most of those conversations:

A thought-out budget: Your banker and accountant will be best equipped to help you if you’ve thought through your budget in advance of a meeting. Budgets eliminate guesswork by helping you identify your most profitable choices and curb losses, providing a firm foundation to stand on when it comes to future planning. Key numbers: Be prepared to talk specifics when it comes to your breakeven and/or profit positions, crop sales, fixed and variable costs, purchasing incentives and rebates on inputs like seed, chemical and fertilizer. Any labor costs – including employees (seasonal and full-time) and family expenses – are also a good idea to have on hand. And while you’re updating your banker and accountant on these essential numbers, don’t miss the opportunity to discuss larger financial trends that might affect your farm.

Relevant documents: Records of yield history and acres planted are key to obtain the personalized financial advice you’re after. Not to mention, these documents are also important when working with crop insurance and the Farm Service Agency. Next, be sure to bring contracts for crop rental agreements, terms and cash/cropshare. Crop inventory documents should also cover any plans for sales, stored inventory, booking contracts and delivery points. Equipment information: Any equipment list you have that reflects recent purchases, trades and sales would be of interest for your banker and accountant. Equipment leases are also helpful, as these reveal a lot about depreciation and your tax implications. Be ready to discuss depreciation on your farm’s assets to put yourself ahead when it comes to financial statements and tax discussions. Exit plan: A hallmark of responsible business ownership, a succession plan helps set up your family and farm for continued success after your retirement. These plans are a special comfort for families and safeguard for farms that suffer the unexpected loss of their business leader, whether temporarily through an accident or illness or permanently through death. An exit plan should be discussed years before retirement, so it’s never too soon to start. Maximizing Relationships By Chad Pittillo

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Improving Immunity

A vaccination protocol, proper nutrition and reducing stress will keep animals healthier By Klaire Howerton Healthy herds and flocks are vital to a successful farming operation. Healthy animals perform better, live longer and increase a farm’s bottom line. One way to raise healthy animals is by boosting the herd or flock’s immunity to diseases.

Vaccinations To increase immunity, it pays for a producer to take a look at their vaccination program. Newborn animals receive immunity from the colostrum they receive from their mothers, but as they age that immunity wears off and must be boosted in other ways to prevent costly loss of animals to fatal diseases.

“Vaccines are cheap insurance for higher farm and ranch profits,” Dr. David Fernandez, with the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff, said. “The price of a single animal – calf, lamb or kid – lost to a preventable disease will pay for the vaccination program for an entire herd or flock in most cases.”

Consulting with a veterinarian can help producers determine what diseases their herd could be at risk for and establish a vaccination protocol that will be most effective for their livestock.

To make the most of vaccinations and the disease immunity they provide, producers need to ensure proper storage, handling and administration of vaccines. Improper management can render vaccines useless, which will not protect the herd or flock. According to the Noble Research Institute in Oklahoma, most vaccines need to be stored refrigerated or at room temperature. Vaccines must be kept cool and out of the sun while in use because UV light can cause some to become ineffective. Use a small ice chest at the chute. If using vaccines that are shipped freeze-dried, reconstitute only enough to be used in about 30 minutes. Throw away reconstituted vaccine not used within one hour of mixing.

Cleanliness of equipment is also a vital component of vaccine management. Equipment contamination by dirt, bacteria or chemicals are among the most common causes of vaccine failure.

Change needles as often, at least after every 15 head. Always use a fresh needle to draw additional vaccine into the syringe. When setting the syringe down between each vaccination, use a clean, empty tray as a container. It’s also important to label reusable syringes to ensure the use of the same product in them. Throw disposable syringes away.

Clean equipment with hot water only, because residues from detergents or alcohol can contaminate vaccines. Boiling in water equipment is the best way to disinfect it.

To further keep up herd and flock immunity, producers should quarantine any new animals for two to three weeks and ensure that they have received the same vaccinations as the rest of the farm residents. Nutrition and Stress Reduction Vaccinations are not the only way to boost immunity and keep animals healthy. Feed and environment are pieces of the puzzle, too. Andy McCorkill, livestock field specialist with the University of Missouri Extension, encouraged producers to look at the “big picture.”

“We have long known proper nutrition and stress reduction strategies for our grazing animals is one of the first lines of defense we have against disease outbreak,” he said. “A more holistic and intense approach to management where forage resources and animal nutrition are considered along with the use of a disciplined preventative health program might unlock the key to reduced illness and added profit potential.”

Working with a livestock nutritionist, conducting a forage analysis and implementing rotational grazing, paired with a herd health plan developed with the aid of a trusted veterinarian, all benefit livestock when it comes to increasing immunity.

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What farm finance advice would you offer to other producers?

“Keep debt as low as possible. If you do that and you have a problem, like prices tanking, you’re not going to feel as much pressure.”

“The key is maximizing your return on investments and always keeping maintaining a farm budget. Most importantly, spend money where it counts, cutting corners on feed or genetics won’t get you ahead.”

Ray Jones Phelps County, Mo. Matt Loyd Greene County, Mo.

“Minimize debt because the more you borrow, the less money you make and it’s going to affect your profits for the next five, 10 years. Also, it costs the same to feed good livestock as bad livestock. The better quality the more money you can make in the long run.”

Noah Schiltz Barton County, Mo.

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Cattle are often pregnant or lactating this time of year, which means their energy requirements are different than during warmer months.

Energy is a vital macronutrient that is responsible for an animal’s health, maintenance and productivity; the amount of this macronutrient in livestock feedstuffs is derived from total digestible nutrients (TDN) found in fat and carbohydrates. “Cattle get the majority of energy in the diet from carbohydrates, primarily fiber,” according to University of Missouri Extension Beef Cattle Nutrition Extension Specialist Dr. Eric Bailey.

Making effective management and nutritional choices that ensure cows’ energy requirements are met can ease some of the woes of wintertime on the farm.

Evaluate Condition: Dr. Shan Gadberry, ruminant nutrition specialist with the University of Arkansas Extension, encourages producers to evaluate cattles condition to make appropriate feed purchases. “A cow’s energy need is influenced by her size, pregnancy, milk production and her environment,” he said. “This time of year, ranchers may wonder if they need to feed extra for cold weather. We have to step back and assess before going and purchasing a lot of extra feed. First, are the cows in good body condition and have a good winter hair coat? These are insulating factors that makes the cow more tolerant of lower temperatures.”

Keep Hay Out: Keeping quality hay available helps cows meet their energy requirements and can reduce the need for supplemental feed.

“When temperatures drop, cows compensate by eating more so it is important they can eat as much as they want.”

A forage test will help producers determine the quality of their hay and can assist them in making effective decisions if they purchase supplemental feed by making sure what they buy meets their cattle’s needs.

Check the Weather: While straight “cold” is not always a problem for cows, cold temperatures combined with other weather factors can cause the herd to need some extra calories.

“Is the air temperature cold or is there a lot of wind and precipitation too? The combination of these three is what really forces cows into a negative energy balance. If all three are true and the adverse conditions are expected to linger, then ranchers should provide some additional supplemental feed,” Gadberry said. He went on to explain that oftentimes it isn’t practical to fully compensate for the difference while inclement weather is occurring, so what many will do is to continue to feed the extra amount after the weather has improved to try and keep cows in good shape after unfavorable conditions have occurred. Long bouts of cold, wet and windy weather can result in thinner cows come spring, so in those situations, continued extra calories are important.

Other Considerations: “In addition to providing some extra calories when cold and wet weather develops, some additional things to do is try to have a wind break for the cows and move hay feeding areas to prevent deep mud. When cows have to work through more than 6 inches of mud depth to get to hay, consumption can drop,” Gadberry said.

Don’t forget water. Cows need plenty of water no matter what season, so producers must ensure an adequate water source.

Keeping Calves Healthy

By Klaire Howerton

Keeping younger stock in good condition is critical for productive calves Keeping calves healthy is a cornerstone of farm management practices.

Healthy calves become healthy cows, which benefits the producer. Calves have their own set of needs when it comes to managing their health, and while producers should always inquire with their veterinarian about the best practices for their farm, there are a few common things that can be implemented with the majority of calf crops. Set Them Up for Success Even in the healthiest of herds, calves stand a much better chance of having a productive career on the farm if they are born into an environment that sets them up for success.

Calves might not have access to a weather-tight barn filled with fluffy cedar shavings, but they do benefit from windbreaks and shelters.

The Noble Research Institute advises producers to plan to calve in the driest, most protected area possible to reduce stress on both the dam and her newborn. Calves can stand a lot of cold if they are dry and out of the wind.

Calves need to be kept as dry as possible; mud-free areas to rest in outdoors and clean bedding, if indoors, creates a healthy environment. Dirty and damp calf housing breeds disease. Adequate space where calves are not at risk from being stepped on by adult cattle or too crowded with other calves will keep stress levels low. Evaluating the area where calves will be born and reared to identify improvements prior to calving can go a long way towards comfortable, healthy youngsters. Illness and Disease Prevention Preventing illness and diseases in young calves is critical, as their immune systems are still developing.

Scours is a common problem for many cow/calf producers and can be costly – fortunately, there are preventative strategies. “Calf scours is almost entirely a manmade problem brought on by having the herd closely confined at calving time. Developing a rotation to allow manure to dry down and kill bacteria is a good starting place,” Andy McCorkill, livestock field specialist with the University of Missouri Extension, advised. He recommended the “Sandhill’s Shuffle method” to help with overcrowding and scours prevention.

“If you continually have scours issues, it might take the addition of a scours vaccination program to aide in getting some colostral immunity passed on to the newborn calf to keep it healthy,” he said.

Other vaccinations producers might consider (always consult with a veterinarian for the most effective protocols) are blackleg and viral respiratory vaccines. Deworming is also strongly recommended beginning around 4 to 8 weeks of age. For deworming to be the most effective, consider pairing this protocol with a rotation of some kind to reduce the amount of parasites calves are exposed to.

Keep Dams Healthy Dams in good condition will raise healthier calves. Keeping cows well fed prior to and after calving, giving pre-calving vaccinations to transfer immunity via colostrum and administering both internal and external parasite preventatives on a regular schedule will go a long way towards calf health and herd health in general.

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32 Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com FEBRUARY 3, 2020 farmhelp Small Ruminant Care in Winter Proper nutrition, shelter and sanitation can keep sheep and goats in top condition By Klaire Howerton

With lambing and kidding season upon the Ozarks, as well as wintertime temperatures, now is a good time for producers to evaluate their cold season care for their herds and flocks. Feed: As many small ruminants are giving birth and lactating this time of year on top of simply staying warm, they have a set of nutritional needs that must be met to keep both moms and babies in good shape. Dr. Chelsey Kimbrough, specialty livestock/youth specialist with the University of Arkansas, explained that late gestation is a critical time for females, as 70 percent of the fetal growth occurs during this phase of production.” Proper nutrition during this time will help prevent pregnancy toxemia (ketosis) and milk fever (low blood calcium). It will also affect offspring birth weights, offspring mortality rates, lower milk yields, and dystocia. Producers should evaluate body condition score and aim for 3 to 3.5 on the scoring scale. Kimbrough recommended females in late gestation receive 4 to 5 pounds of hay per day, half a pound to a pound of grain per day, free choice minerals, and fresh water.

Early lactation (first six to eight weeks of a lamb or kid’s life) is when a female’s nutritional requirements are at their highest. At this time, Kimbrough recommends 4 to 6 pounds of hay per day, along with a pound of grain per offspring being nursed, free choice minerals and plenty of water.

When feeding mineral, remember sheep are susceptible to copper toxicity, whereas goats require it in large amounts. Producers should purchase mineral specific to each animal, and feed separately if both sheep and goats are raised on the same farm. Shelter: Shelter needs vary between sheep and goats, but some type of shelter is required for successful small ruminant care. “In my experience, hair breeds of sheep need less shelter during the winter than do goats of any breed,” Dr. Elizabeth Walker, animal science professor with Missouri State University, explained. “Oftentimes, a nice wooded area can supply enough shelter. At other times, females may need to be brought indoors or have access to at least a three-sided shed. The most critical thing is to try to keep animals dry, even if that means unrolling some poor-quality hay or straw next to a wooded area that provides a windbreak. Sometimes, that can be fine for lambs in a pasture-based management system.”

If a producer is unable to provide adequate dry shelter, Walker advised to create a breeding program that does not require winter lambing or kidding.

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February 2020 3 Fence Law Program – First Baptist Church, Osceola, Mo. – 417-646-2419 3 Pesticide Applicator Training – 6 p.m. – Dallas County Alumni Building, Buffalo, Mo. – 417-345-7551 3 University of Missouri Extension Strength Training Class Begins – 9-10 a.m. – Rolla Nutrition Site, Rolla, Mo. – 573-458-6260 or phelpsco@missouri.edu 4 Pasture and Beef Workshop – 6-8 p.m. – Pulaski County MU Extension Office, Crocker, Mo. – 573-458-6260 4 Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop – 1-4 p.m. – Cost: $10 per person – Howell County Extension Office, West Plains, Mo. – register by Feb. 3 – 417-256-2391 4 Monett Dairy Day – National Guard Armory, Monett, Mo. – 417-847-3161 4 51st Annual Monett Beef Cattlemen’s Conference – 3:30 p.m. – Cost: $5 per person – National Guard Armory, Monett, Mo. – 417-466-3102 4 Pesticide Applicator Training – 6-8:30 p.m. – Ozark County Extension Office, Gainesville, Mo. – call 417-679-3525 to register 4, 11, 18 Succession Estate and Retirement Program “Your Farm, Your Business, Your Future” – Marshfield, Mo. – 417-859-2044 or Kyle.whittaker@missouri.edu 5 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 1 p.m. – Cost: $25 – Jasper County Extension Office, Courthouse Basement, Carthage, Mo. – 417-358-2158 6-27 Boost Your Brain & Memory Class – Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. – Cost: $40, open to all ages – Springfield, Mo. – pre-register at 417-881-8909 6 NRCS Farm Bill Workshop on Water and Energy Efficiency – Noon-3 p.m. – Springfield Botanical Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-881-8909 6 90th Annual Stone County Livestock Forage Conference – Crane, Mo. – pre-register by Feb. 3 – 417-357-6812 or stoneco@missouri.edu 6 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 2:30 p.m. – Cost: $25 – Dade County Extension Office, Greenfield, Mo. – 417-637-2112 6 Industrial Hemp Production Workshop – 1-4 p.m. – West Plains, Mo. – register by Feb. 4 – 417-256-2391 or Howellco@missouri.edu 7 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 9 a.m. – Cost: $25 – Lamar First Baptist Church, Lamar, Mo. – call 417-682-3579 to register 10 Pesticide Applicator Training - 6-8:30 p.m. – Texas County Extension Office, Houston, Mo. – register by Feb. 7 – 417-967-4545 10 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 1 p.m. – Cost: $25 – Pineville Community Center, Pineville, Mo. – call 417-223-4775 to register 11 Pesticide Applicator Training – 1 p.m. – Southwest Research Center, 14548 State Hwy H, Mt. Vernon, Mo. – 417-466-3102 11 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 6-9 p.m. – Cost: $25 – Howell County Extension Office, West Plains, Mo. – 417-256-2391 11 Farm to Fork Summit – 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – call 417-646-2419 for more information 11-12

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29 Midwest Cover Crops Council Annual Conference – KCI Expo Center, Kansas City, Mo. – register online at cvent.me/E5WdBD Missouri’s Complex Fence Laws – 6:30-8:30 p.m. – Webster County MU Extension Center, Marshfield, Mo. – space is limited – 417-859-2044 Taney County Livestock And Forage Meeting – doors open at 5:30 p.m., 6-8:45 p.m. – Forsyth High School Cafeteria, Forsyth, Mo. – 417-546-4431 Pesticide Applicator Training – 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Douglas County Courthouse, Ava, Mo. – 417-683-4409 KOMA Beef Cattle Conference – 4 p.m. – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-276-3313 or davismp@missouri.edu Pesticide Applicator Training – 9 a.m. – First Baptist Church, 105 Kennedy Ave., Clever, Mo. – 417-581-3558 Cattle Producer Workshops – 6 p.m. – Stockton Christian Church Activity Center, Stockton, Mo. – register by Feb. 13 – 417-276-3313 MU Extension in Your Backyard – Council to Community Banquet 2020 – 6-8 p.m. – Phelps County Extension Center, Eugene Northern Community Hall, Rolla, Mo. – 573-458-6256 Pesticide Applicator Training – Stone County Library, Galena, Mo. – 417-357-6812 Food Safety Workshop For Produce Growers – 8 a.m.-5 p.m. – MU Southwest Research Center, Mount Vernon, Mo. – 417-859-2044 or 816-482-5860 Cattle Producer Workshops – 6 p.m. – American Legion Hall, Lockwood, Mo. – register by Feb. 21 – 417-276-3313 Farm Lease Program – Dallas County Alumni Building, Buffalo, Mo. – 417-646-2419 Missouri Farm Lease Program – 6-9 p.m. – Webster County Extension Office, Marshfield, Mo. – pre-registration is required by Feb. 21 – 417-859-2044 or Kyle.whittaker@missouri.edu 36th Annual Southwest Missouri Spring Forage Conference – 8 a.m.-3 p.m. – Oasis Hotel and Convention Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-532-6305, ext. 101 or www.springforageconference.com Dry Cured Bacon Workshop – 6-7:30 p.m. – Cost: $20, includes all materials – West Plains, Mo. – register by Feb. 18 – 417-256-2391 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – Phelps County Extension Center Meeting Room, Rolla, Mo. – 573-458-6260 Pesticide Applicator Training – Cassville High School Vo-Ag Department, Cassville, Mo. – 417-847-3161 Woodland Steward: Management and Mushrooms – Cost: $40 – Maramec Springs Park, St. James, Mo. – 573-458-6260 Introduction to High Tunnel Short Course – 9 a.m. – Springfield Botanical Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-881-8909

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33 The Ozarks’ Most Read Farm Newspaper FEBRUARY 3, 2020 February 2020 15 Genetic Blend Bull Sale – Joplin Regional Stockyards, Carthage, Mo. – 417-830-8180 22 Seedstock Plus North Missouri Bull Sale – Kingsville Livestock Auction, Kingsville, Mo. – 877-486-4460 23 63rd Missouri Angus Breeders Futurity Sale – Columbia, Mo. – 734-260-8635 March 2020 7 Judd Ranch 42nd Gelbvieh, Balancer & Red Angus Bull Sale – at the Ranch, Pomona, Kan. – 1-800-743-0026 7 Mead Farms Performance Tested Bull Sale – Mead Farms Sale Headquarters, Versailles, Mo. – 573-216-0210 7 Peterson Farms 27th Annual Top Pick Charolais Bull Sale – Peterson Farms Sale Headquarters, Mountain Grove, Mo. – 405-246-6324 7 Hilltop Farms Annual Gelbvieh & Gelbvieh Balancer Bull & Female Sale – Joplin Regional Stockyards, Carthage, Mo. – 417-529-0081 7 Satterfield Charolais & Angus 9th Annual Bull Sale – at the Farm, Evening Shade, Ark. – 785-672-7449 7 Arkansas Bull & Female Sale – Hope Livestock Auction, Hope, Ark. – 877-486-1160

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Dogs For Sale

BIRD DOGS English & Llewellin Setter Puppies, White Oak Kennels, Lebanon, Mo. English Setters Will Be Ready for Fall Hunting.

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Farm Equ pment

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2/24/20

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Farm Improvement

TANK COATINGS ROOF COATINGS Available for metal, composition shingles or tar roofs. Long lasting and easy to apply. We also manufacture tank coatings for concrete, rock, steel, galvanized and mobile tanks.

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2/3/20

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Hay For Sale

Alfalfa Hay For Sale Karen Asher 417-343-4958 4x5 Round Bales 22% Protein – 166 Bales – High Moisture Weighing 1,500 lbs. – 226 Bales – Dry Hay Weighing 1,000 lbs. $ 100 Each at the Yard. Delivery Available!

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2/3/20 2 Three Year Old Red Angus Bulls Good Disposition $1,800 Each 417-668-5910

Limousin Bulls, Open & Bred Heifers, Blacks & Reds Will 417-350-9810 417-214-4567 Double J Ranch

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BULLS FOR RENT Farm Raised: Angus - Gelbvieh - Charolais & Others - No Sundays Please! Call Chris, Chad, or Steve Glenn Walnut Grove, MO 417-838-8690 • 417-844-9416 8/31/20

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Luco Mfg. Co. Hydraulic Chutes • Working Circles Cake Feeders • Continuous Fencing Panels & Gates

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3/16/20

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2/3/20

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59TH ANNUAL WESTERN FARM SHOW American Royal Complex, 1701 American Royal Ct., Kansas City, MO 64102 February 21–23, 2020 Friday & Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Sunday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Over 500 exhibitors, livestock demonstrations, the latest in farm and ranch technology, the Family Living Center, the Health and Safety Roundup – it’s all under one roof. This is the place to be! We’ll see you at the show.

Show Highlights

FFA Day Friday, February 21, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. — SPONSORED BY AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE

Low-Stress Livestock Handling Demonstrations Saturday, February 22, 10:30 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. — SPONSORED BY MFA, INC.

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