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Photo contest now open: The Missouri Department of Agriculture is now accepting entries for its annual Focus on Missouri Agriculture photo contest. The contest is open to any amateur photographer, with a special prize awarded to the best photo submitted by a child age 12 and under. Photographers can submit up to three JPEG digital files in each of the five categories. Photos must be submitted by June 11. For more information, go to mda.mo.gov. MDA bans “vending machine”: The Missouri Department of Agriculture issued an alert recently saying the “Corn Xpress” is not legal for sale in the state. The device is made in Missouri and has no way to weigh the commodity. Instead of using a scale, the machine uses a timer to dispense the product like corn or wheat, which the MDA says is against Missouri law. According to the consumer alert, the machines don’t have a method to verify how much product dispensed, also against the law. The final violation is the lack of a seal, meaning the contents of the machines could be tampered with. The state is working with consumers who’ve already obtained the machines to make them legal, but it requires many workarounds to install the scale and seals. Vernon County, Mo., student earns title: Mason Couch of Bronaugh, Mo., a sophomore at Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College and member of the rodeo team, recently earned the title of American Cowboys Rodeo Association Steer Wrestling Rookie of the Year. The award comes after finishing the International Pro Rodeo Association circuit ranked ninth and the ACRA circuit ranked fourth. Missouri launches suit: Attorneys generals in 11 other states are following the lead of Missouri Attorney General Eric Schmitt who has filed a legal challenge to President Joe Biden’s power. Schmitt’s lawsuit claims the president doesn’t have the authority to issue federal regulations through an order he signed in January. He says the order would impact Missouri’s two largest industries – manufacturing and agriculture. Schmitt contends the order is unconstitutional, meaning it is illegal. He says Biden doesn’t have the authority to regulate the “social costs of greenhouse gases.” Full Missouri State Fair planned: The Missouri State Fair and the Missouri Department of Agriculture has announced a full fair is planned for 2021. The 2020 Missouri State Fair was canceled in the wake of COVID-19, with the exception of junior livestock shows. The fair is slated for Aug. 12-22, at the Missouri State Fairgrounds in Sedalia, Mo. “Let us not forget that the cultivation of the earth is the most important labor of man. When tillage begins, other arts will follow. The farmers, therefore, are the founders of civilization.” — Daniel Webster

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Howard Hart is sold on Gelbvieh Former hotel is more than a museum

Eye on Agribusiness features Aurora MFA

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FARM HELP 24 The art and practice of efficiency

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ack and Joe (not their real names) have been the best of friends since childhood, even though they are both looking at 40 in the rearview mirror. They both farm in southern rMissouri, butyrJack evonworC reJ yB had recently found a deal online on a used tractor in Wisconsin that was exactly what he was looking for. Thinking that he and Joe were still 20, he devised a plan Jerry Crownover farms for them to leave late Friday evening, take turns driving all in Lawrence County. He night, be in Wisconsin early on Saturday morning, load the is a former professor of tractor, and be back home by bedtime that night. Agriculture Education at Jack driving, they departed Missouri as soon as Joe’s son’s Missouri State University, ballgame ended that Friday night, and headed north. About and is an author and 1 a.m., Jack realized they needed to refuel the truck and professional speaker. started looking for the next exit. Luckily, there was an allTo contact Jerry, go to ozarksfn.com and click night truck stop at the very next one, but, being a frugal on ‘Contact Us.’ farmer, Jack knew that if he drove past the trucker’s paradise, he would surely find a locally-owned convenience store with cheaper diesel in this small Illinois town. Sure enough, a couple miles down the road, there was a convenience store with fuel that was 10 cents cheaper. Unfortunately, it was closed. Upon doing a circle turn in the closed parking lot, a local policeman lit them up. Immediately, Jack stopped his truck and waited for the officer to walk up to their window. “Whatcha guys up to?” asked the cop as he shined his flashlight throughout the cab. Jack explained where they were headed and why they were going there. A little suspicious, the policeman asked, “What are those vials and syringes there in your console?” Joe took the lead on this question and quickly answered, “One is Draxxin and the other is Bantamine. They’re both for cattle. We’re farmers.” Joe didn’t know if the officer knew what the two drugs were, but the policeman quickly took Jack’s driver’s license and headed back to his patrol car. About three minutes later, four other police cars showed up, representing local, county and state authorities. The state trooper asked Jack why he didn’t have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). Politely, Jack told

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griculture, just like every other industry, is not immune from politics or politicians. Don’t get me wrong, there are many great supporters of agriculture in public office, but Julie Turner-Crawford it only takes a few of those non-supporters to is a native of Dallas leave a sour taste in your mouth for that line of work. County, Mo., where she Back in February, Colorado Gov. Pete Ricketts proclaimed grew up on her family’s March 20 as MeatOut Day. What’s MeatOut Day? It befarm. She is a graduate gan in 1985 by the Farm Rights Movement to encourage of Missouri State non-vegetarians to move toward a plant-based diet. Reports University. To contact state Ricketts is not a vegetarian, but his fiancé is a vegan Julie, call 1-866-532-1960 and an animal rights advocate. or by email at editor@ There are times I have a meatless meal. It’s not, however, ozarksfn.com. because I’m want to become a vegetarian or a vegan. It’s because I forgot to lay something out, or am too tried or busy for anything other than a bowl of cereal. For the most part, however, there is meat in every meal, every day. Even if it’s just a sausage patty on a biscuit in the morning, or chicken or ham chopped up in a salad, there is meat. Ricketts was called to the carpet not only by Colorado farmers and ranchers but some of the state’s lawmakers for the move. The Colorado Cattlemen’s Association urged folks to have a “Meat In” day, and others pledged to have cookouts that were “heavy on the meat protein.” When pressed, the governor’s spokesman said the office “gets hundreds of requests for proclamations throughout the year and rarely declines these non-binding ceremonial proclamations that get auto-penned by the Governor.” — Continued on Next Page

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just a thought Across the Fence Continued from Previous Page Colorado farmers and ranchers, all Colorado residents actually, should be worried if their governor whips out the autopen without actually knowing what he’s proclaiming. I have covered a few proclamation signings over the years, mostly to honor groups, organizations or individuals, or to publicize an upcoming event. Never, however, have I attended a proclamation event where people were encouraged not to eat something. I’m not a political person. I’m not particularly eager to discuss politics, what one party is doing or what the other one isn’t doing. If someone opposes my views, it doesn’t offend me, and I won’t debate them, nor will I persuade someone to change their mind. I will, however, get on a soapbox when it comes to agriculture. Agriculture is the most scrutinized industry globally and continues to face obstacles by local, state and federal regulations. Not a year goes by without someone trying to introduce bills to control farming. The bills are typically introduced by someone with no understanding of the industry, choosing instead to believe what they have read on the internet or other propaganda, or what some lobbyist or political action committee has stumped for. Yes, there are those people who are paid to go solicit lawmakers for their support animal rights. One even has campaigned for the passage of the first non-human

rights laws in the United States. These are very powerful groups, and more people are drawn to them because these organizations tend to pull at the heartstrings of animal lovers. They are good at claiming their efforts will stop the abuse of dogs, cats and other pets, but what many of these organizations are attempting to do is put a stop to all animal ownership. For example, PETA’s website states “in a perfect world, all animals would be free from human interference and free to live their lives the way nature intended.” In their “perfect world,” free-roaming livestock would destroy their veggie patches. If they think a fence will keep their greens safe from harm, they obviously haven’t seen hogs root around, or a determined cow, sheep or goat find or make a hole in even the best of fences. I hope our lawmakers in the Ozarks remember that animal agriculture is critical for the local, state and national economy, and what’s important to our communities – the communities they were elected to serve.

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meantime, was snoozing away in the passenger’s seat. After all, it wasn’t his truck and trailer. At 3 a.m., Jack woke up Joe and told him he’d better use the restroom. “Are they letting you leave?” Joe inquired. “Well, all the cops have left, so we’re getting the hell out of Illinois.” And they did. They made it to Wisconsin by mid-morning, loaded the tractor, and headed south – via the beautiful state of Iowa. I saw them the following Tuesday, just as Jack returned from visiting his attorney, where the lawyer thought he could get him out of some of his trouble, but not all. The attorney told Jack to stay out of Illinois until he could get everything squared away with the authorities there. “Good advice, but not needed,” Jack replied, “I’m never setting foot in that state, ever again.”

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“I was always motivated as a kid because we had sheep and cattle In January 1984, Dale and Donna Wickstrom partnered with Dwayne and Nancy Cowan to open Mid- growing up and in high school, I had a wonderful ag teacher, Randy west Ag Supply in Carthage, Mo. The store was originally Garrett, who really inspired me to keep pursing agriculture.” Erin graduated from Missouri State University in 2014 with a degree located just down the road from where it is today. When it first opened, they began with just the four of them work- in agricultural business, marketing and sales, and worked for MFA for ing. Dale and Dwayne loaded the feed, and Donna and Nancy four years as an assistant manager prior to purchasing the store. When the store first opened in 1984, they were predominantly a wrote the feed tickets and did the books. In October 1989, they were informed they had one week to relo- Purina dealer until the early 2000s. “We currently work with multiple feed companies at this time cate. They immediately called about the old vacant Sears building down the road. On a Friday, they found out they could rent the including MFA, ADM, and Purina,” Erin said. “I can get the best product at the best price for my customers, unlike a lot of corporate building and were fully moved in by the following Monday. Later, in the mid-1990s, the Cowans stepped aside and the Wick- businesses where they are blanketed. “We are a feed store, so our number one thing we offer is bagged stroms continued the business until 2017 when their feed for all livestock. We have cat and dog food, lawn and granddaughter Erin Woody moved back from Ozark, garden, and bulk garden seed, as well as a full line of farm Mo., and began operating the store for about a year supplies and Amish Christmas candy too.” before she purchased it in 2018. They also have vaccines for cattle, sheep, goats and pets. Erin is the youngest of their six grandchildren and is Erin said customer service is their top priority. the only girl. She was born in Carthage and spent most Carthage, Mo. “Since we are a small business, we are able to train Saturdays of her childhood at the store with her grandparents but had moved to Mount Vernon, Mo., with her family when she was 12, where she finished high school. — Continued on Next Page MARCH 29, 2021

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Continued from Previous Page each new hire individually so that when a customer walks to the counter, we can tell them protein content in different bags of feed, different feed rates, when to feed and what would work best for their livestock. That’s what truly sets us apart.” Several of the employees at the store raise animals at their own farms so they are able to share first-hand experiences with customers. “Having employees who have an ag background has benefited us tremendously because my employees know what customers are talking about when they come in and can guide them in the right direction,” Erin said. The store does offer curbside delivery with all of their products to accommodate their customer’s needs. “I am incredibly blessed with my employees. I know if I have to be gone, they are going to do the best thing for the company and treat it like their own. Not every store can feel that way, so I am very blessed in that aspect.” “During the pandemic, we were blessed to be an essential business and were able to stay open. With that being said, we had our busiest spring we’ve ever had since the store opened 37 years ago.” In the spring, they sell chickens, working closely with Cackle Hatchery in Lebanon, Mo. Last year, they sold more than 2,500 chickens. Customers are able to special order chickens and purchase from the store. Dale and Donna continue to grow about 500 flats of tomato and pepper plants which are sold at the store from mid-March to midJune. Erin said last year they sold-out an entire month early. “Whenever the pandemic began, I felt so overwhelmed because with any aspect of the store, I have been able to call my grandfather and say, what did you do when feed prices went up or what did you do in the last drought,” Erin said. “This time I could not pick up the phone and say, what did you do in the last pandemic. It has been a learn-as, you-go scenario. Some days I feel like we are doing everything great and somedays I feel like we are doing everything wrong, and I think every business right now feels that way. “We also have a diverse ethic population in Carthage, and they are absolutely wonderful to work with but sometimes there can be a

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his family farm outside the tiny town of Iconium, Mo., near Osceola, upon his retirement as a boiler marker, Howard began a mixed commercial cattle herd, with some of the cows going back to his father’s dairy/beef cross cows. Howard started his path to Gelbvieh after several years of buying

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the people, places and traditions that make the ozarks home

More than A Museum By Neoma Foreman

Community rallies to save a piece of El Dorado Spring, Mo., history El Dorado Springs, Mo., was a place to see and be seen before the turn of the 20th century. There was no better place to do both than at the Palace Hotel. This new hotel was constructed in 1882, one year after El Dorado Springs was established. It opened for business at 119 West Spring Street, across from the park. Built in the style and grandeur necessary, it housed and entertained huge number of visitors who came to take in the healing waters in the spring. Shortly after the Palace opened, the name changed to Commercial Hotel. Visitors could still could sit on the second-story balcony and enjoy events in the park, including the band, which began in 1885 or 1886, and visit with those passing by. Local people took advantage of the fashionable hotel. Social events were slated in the dining room, along with galas and other events keeping El Dorado Springs society entertained. Remodeled in 1924 by Mrs. W.H. Anthony, the building was renamed The Wayside Inn. Delicious meals were served in the spacious dining room. The hotel became the setting for dances, teas, receptions, graduation parties, banquets, weddings and other social events. A third floor was added to the 40-year-old structure and became the “Honeymoon Suite,” with its lovely view of the park and its own bath. Hot and cold running water were a plus.

In later years, the building became vacant and in disrepair. A group of concerned citizens established The Preserve Our Past Society, Inc., in 1984, and rescued the hotel. June 1, 1985, the society opened the Wayside Inn Museum to the public with five rooms depicting the local history. Volunteers staffed the museum and conducted 596 people on tours that day. They also established the first annual Historical Hysteria Day to celebrate the opening of the museum and relive some of the area history. The hotel became a true community icon as different organizations adopted rooms. The Progress Club recreated an early-1900-style bedroom and bath, which features a water closet, circa 1920. The Sac Osage Retired Teachers and Alpha Delta Kappa teachers’ sorority recreated a one-room school, complete with desks for the teacher and students, and a slate blackboard from one of the country schools. Inez and Sidney Hoffman privately financed the Weaving Room, featuring a large loom made by a family member for Lucy Caudel. There is a cherry wood loom dating to 1870. Sigma Chi Lambda repapered the upstairs hallway with an authentic reproduction of antique wallpaper. Early settlers’ craftsmanship is shown in many of the artifacts displayed throughout the building. The kitchen Submitted Photos

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contains a bent hickory chair, showing how settlers arrived with practically nothing, but made do. From the wealthier, there is an 1880s icebox and a cooking stove, which used wood for fuel. A wooden dentist’s chair and drill peddled by the patient while the dentist worked on their teeth is in the hospital room. The faster a person peddled, the faster the drill went. A coverlet on the bed in the children’s room was woven in 1807. An 1880s walnut child-sized bed and a hand-made child’s rolltop desk and chair is also featured. Photographs are on display in one of the hallways from Urless and Cloyd Huff, known as the Flying Huffs. They were a local trapeze and tightrope team who traveled the world with their act. Many changes have been made over the years to the Wayside Inn Museum. The lobby has been redone to make it look more like it would have in the early 1900s. The third floor is finished. It includes a Civil Defense Room set up as an emergency triage. Half of another room is dedicated to the Municipal Band. It has a beautiful mural of the park with a walk-in time of all three bandstands. Long-time supporters of the band, Lillian Sunderwirth and her husband donated all the bookwork and history of the band. The other half of the room is dedicated to local churches and is a work in progress. MARCH 29, 2021

Maintaining the building remains a costly affair. After the third floor was finished, they discovered the main lobby had a floor sway. New flooring cost $6,000. The biggest project just finished is the annex. Behind the main building, an old laundry once stood. When approached by the El Dorado Springs School Alumni Association about the senior school pictures, the museum began immediate efforts to find a home to preserve them. They put a new roof on the old laundry and began a major fundraising campaign. The people of El Dorado Springs and area came up with $25,000. over a three-year period. The board members did the demolition, designs of the rooms and what would be placed in them. With a lot of help from the community, the building was finished in the fall of 2020. The annex was dedicated to Wilma and Cleo McKinley. Wilma was the second president of the museum. She and her husband donated a huge amount of time and money to get the museum started. Wilma was 99 and a half years of age Nov. 1, 2020, and the society cut the ribbon on the annex on that day with her present. If Covid-19 allows, another opening is planned for June 5, 2021 at their 36th Anniversary and Historical Hysteria Day.

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History: “This is actually the 101st year for the MFA in Aurora,” manager Jason Hyder explained. “It was established here in 1920. Then, like now, it has always been about feed, farm supplies, animal health and seed.” Jason has been the manager of the Aurora store for 21 years. He has literally served as the manager for 20 percent of the time the business has been in existence in Aurora. “Our store moved to its current location from down on the square in 1994,” Jason added. Products and Services: “Like all MFA locations, we are all about bulk and bag feed, animal health products, farm supplies, the chemicals needed by today’s farmers and seed. Unlike some MFA stores, we do not deal in bulk fertilizer here in Aurora, and we don’t have a feed mill of our own. We do have a cooperative one that we utilize. “We also do quite a bit of pet supplies which is a part of the industry we have seen grow substantially in recent years although overall, it remains a small part of our business. For the retailer, there is a better mark-up in pet supplies than other strictly agricultural sides of the business. The biggest change over my 20 years has been the significant loss of the individual dairy farms. That has been a real challenge for us. “Another big change has been in the use of chemicals and changes in fencing, like electronic fencing on the farm. It used to be that farmers brush hogged more, but today, they spray. We are also seeing a lot of growth and changes to the poultry industry, like pasture-raised poultry. “Our core has remained the same over the years, feed and seed, in bulk and bag. My management philosophy has long been to make the money by buying in bulk as that is the best way to pass the savings along to our customers. That is what we strive to do, high volume and low margin, always maintaining plenty of inventory.” That view has served the Aurora MFA well in the past century and there is no reason to think it will change in the years to come. “We are fortunate to have a great board of directors who put the customers, the members’ needs before their own. And we couldn’t do all that we do without our employees,” Jason said. “The full-time employees I work with run from 15 to 32 years of employment here. You just don’t find that in this day and age and it makes all the difference.”

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meet your neighbors The Heart of a Cattleman Continued from Page 9 Since that time, the couple has registered their calves either as fullbloods or as a “recorded” animal. “You can record a cow,” Howard explained. “When you record a cow, then her offspring will be recorded as 50 percent percentage Gelbvieh. Once you breed that offspring to a purebred bull, then that calf will be 75 percent, and so on. A lot of my cows that are recorded are at least 50 percent Gelbvieh because I have been using a Gelbvieh bull for years, but I didn’t keep the breeding records at that time. We do keep some of our heifers to try and increase that Gelbvieh percentage in our cows. I’d like to keep more but with only 98 acres, we can’t keep as many as we would like.” Along with the Gelbvieh, the Harts also have a few red Balancers in the herd. “We just sold an outstanding bull that was 60 percent Gelbvieh and 40 percent Red Angus,” Howard said. “He topped the sale. We felt like he was our masterpiece at the time. We raised him and got some good calves out of him.” The Harts currently have about 44 females, marketing bulls and replacement heifers. “I try to keep back three to five bulls every year to sell,” Howard said. “I look at their records and their performance, and usually don’t sell a bull until he’s about 18 months old. The last few years, we have been able to sell all of our heifers and we have a long list of people wanting heifers.” “With a first-calf heifer, sometimes the timing is bad for a calf,” Howard said. Gelbvieh are an early-maturing breed, but Howard and Sandra carefully evaluate heifers prior to breeding. “I look at their size and I usually don’t try to breed heifers until they are 14 or 16 months old,” Howard said. “We might push it a little with an individual or two, but we don’t want to have any future issues. We do give them a little grain when they are younger to help them get a little more size.” Mature females are culled if they start missing calving cycles or fail to produce a quality calf. “Cows are kind like people. As they age, they lose a little of their bloom,” Howard said with a laugh. Bulls utilized in the Hart breeding program are all easy calving. MARCH 29, 2021

“A great big, dead calve isn’t worth as much as a smaller, live calf. We want those calves to be around 70 pounds,” Howard said. Because they do retain females, the Harts rotate bulls every three years, which helps them introduce new genetics. They are able to sell those bulls has proven sires to other breeders. “When I buy a bull, I want something totally unrelated to my females. I look at the EPDs and calving ease on both the dam and sire side, and those weaning and yearling weights,” Howard said. “I want at bull that will have some longevity.” They purchase bulls that are acclimated to “common pastures,” and not what they consider as “pampered.” That’s also a marketing tool for bulls they offer for sale. “I tell people they are raised on grass,” Howard said. “My bulls are use to fescue and common native grasses. If you take him and feed him alfalfa and brome, he will do great, but my bulls will survive and reproduce on common pasture. I give my young bulls about 8 to 10 pounds of grain a day, which some say isn’t enough. I could haul 300, 400 pounds of grain out a day and my cows would look a lot prettier, but my cattle are still doing well and raising good calves. The bottom line is that I raise grass, not grain.

If you buy a big, fat bull, the first thing he’s going to do is lose about 300 pounds.” Calves are typically born in the spring, starting in March. “A lot of people want to start calving the first of February, but that didn’t work out too well this year,” Howard said. “It’s kind of the luck of the draw. Two years ago in March, we had three calves in the basement in one day trying to warm them up. We try to calve about two-thirds of our cows in March, April, but we do have some fall calves.” The Harts calve in a specific pasture that is close to home and offers windbreaks to help battle any frigid weather. Calves, which are weaned at about 500 to 600 pounds, receive some grain, including creep feed in the late summer prior to weaning, but the cows are mostly raised on mixed native grasses and fescue. “I will give them some range cubes too, and about once a month they will get a couple bags of Tightwad mix just to keep them coming,” Sandra said. Howard added that some grain might be offered to the mature cows in late summer, depending on pasture conditions. Going from a commercial to a registered herd has required more paperwork and a little more time, but for the Harts it was the right move.

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“I am kind of a records nut anyway,” Howard said. “I get a little satisfaction in knowing cattle I have bred and raised are going to other breeders. I like to get back with people we sell to and ask them to send me pictures, and they do. Our cows are like out kids, and with 28 grandkids between us and crowding 50 great-grandkids, we know our cows better than we do some of our grandkids.” Howard and Sandra are a true partnership on the Hart farm. Sandra does all of the mowing, raking and tedding of hay, while Howard bales, and both spend a great deal of time with the herd. “Some of our cows might not be the best looking cows in the field, but they throw some great calves,” Sandra said, adding that a couple of the older cows will not leave the farm for sentimental reasons. “I can sit in the pasture all day and just watch them.” After a being away from the family farm and the cattle for a few years, Howard is glad to be doing what he loves, and is proud of the herd he has built. “Coming back was always the plan,” he said. “When I had to sell my dairy in 1974, thought that was the end of my world. In some ways, if I hadn’t done it, I wouldn’t have my pension to take care of them.”

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As a young cattle producer, raising beef from the pasture to the rail, and doing so in a way to continue to improve each piece of his operation, Bryant Vaught is considered a unicorn to some. “I am a fifth-generation rancher on the same ground my great-great-grandfather started farming in the early 1900s,” Bryant explained. “I focus on beef production by practicing regenerative agriculture, including flex grazing, grazing cover crops and direct marketing our pasture beef to our local community.” Bryant doesn’t raise the mythical creatures, unicorns, but to only be 25 years old and have such a focus and plan in place for his beef cattle farm in rural Barry County near AuroBryant Vaught is a fifth-generation rancher. He ra, Mo., he does seem to be a currently runs about 200 cows. very unique young individual. “I have been involved with the farm my whole life,” Bryant recalled, “In 2014, I was able to buy my grandpar- Most all of our females bred this year are bred ents out and now the run the 640-acre family to our bulls,” he added. Bryant completed AI farm. I also lease additional land and operate school and did the AI work on all the cows when they use this option. the herd on about 1,000 total pasture acres.” “I have someone else breed the heifers beBryant has about 200 head of females for cause they can be a little trickier,” he said his herd. “I have some Angus-based cows, but focus with a smile. Bryant sees his operation as an ecosystem more on cows that produce quality for our farm where everything must fuel the next step more than any specific breed,” to be productive. Bryant explained. “We have used “It starts with the soil,” he stated. Angus, Hereford and Gelbvieh “You have to know what’s in your bulls in the past to produce the best soil and keep it healthy to grow crossbred we can. healthy grass and cover to, in “In the past, we’ve bought bulls Aurora, Mo. turn, grow healthy cattle. and utilized artificial insemination, but for the past two years we have — Continued on Page 18 been able to use home-raised bulls.

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SELLING 60 LOTS OF SIMMENTAL, SIMANGUS, ANGUS FALL & SPRING OPEN HEIFERS, BREDS, AND COW/CALF PAIRS

4/17/2021

12:00 P.M. AT THE OWENS BROTHERS FACILITY IN BOIS D ARC, MO

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Hometown: Bennett Spring, Mo. Family: Wife, Taressa; and sons Cuylar (11), Camden (6) and Canyon (1).

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In Town: Chais Rankin has been a Realtor since 2013, and started his own agency, High Standards Real Estate Company, in 2019. “About 90 percent of everything is done on the run or in the truck,” Chais said of his real estate career. “I work with people from all over Southwest Missouri to find them a house other property.” In the Country: Chais has a strong background in agriculture, being involved in the industry most of this life. He and his parents, Curt and Dawn Rankin, also own a company called Garden 4 Life, which specializes in weed-free, soil-less raised bed garden systems and natural fertilizer. “The concept has been around for about 20 years, and we bought the company known as Gardening Revolution in 2017. After rebranding, we are Garden 4 Life,” Chais said. “It’s a less labor-intensive way of gardening, more production on less space and controlled growth of plants.” “It’s a system you put in place that almost guarantees success,” Chais said. “Here in Missouri, you can buy land, but you don’t know if there is anything in it. You can till it up, but it’s full of rocks, there’s no nutrition in your soil or maybe your soil doesn’t hold moisture. If you’re a new gardener and your plants don’t grow, you think, ‘This isn’t for me,’ and you move on. With a system like ours, you have good, strong plants and at the end of the day you have plants that are more disease resistant, grow bigger and healthier, and grow more produce, and get the most benefit.” He added that the soil-less system works well for all types of plants, from potatoes to tomatoes. Future Plans: “We would like to get into some mom and pop stores. Right now, we have a few places we sell in, and we would like to get more regional; we want to reach more customers. We have customers in Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Tennessee, in Minnesota, the East Coast and the West Coast, but we would like to expand the business and get into those garden centers at those mom and pop stores, and we want get out there and teach more people that they can be successful in gardening.” MARCH 29, 2021

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slaughter

market sales reports

bulls

beef

(Week of 3/14/21 to 3/20/21) Buffalo Livestock Market

76.00-99.00*

Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava

75.00-101.00* 79.00-90.50

Joplin Regional Stockyards

†

64.50-102.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

70.50-95.50 †

Mid Missouri Stockyards - Lebanon

70.00-95.00*

Ozarks Regional Stockyards

60.00-94.00 †

MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler

Not Reported †

South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna

70.00-85.00 †

Springfield Livestock Marketing Center

67.50-95.50 †

slaughter

110

130

cows

(Week of 3/14/21 to 3/20/21) Buffalo Livestock Market

45.00-71.50*

Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava

40.00-69.50 †

Four State Stockyards

15.00-66.00*

Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba

38.00-64.50 †

Joplin Regional Stockyards

20.00-73.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

31.00-75.00 † 3

Mid Missouri Stockyards - Lebanon

40.00-72.00*

MO-KAN Livestock Market - Butler

Not Reported †

Ozarks Regional Stockyards

20.00-71.00 †

South Central Regional

22.00-60.00 †

Springfield Livestock

19.00-65.50 †

cow/calf

102

pairs

(Week of 3/14/21 to 3/20/21) Buffalo Livestock Market

Four State Stockyards - Exeter

stocker & feeder

525.00-1550.00 † None Reported †

Mid Missouri Stockyards - Lebanon

1100.00-1400.00*

MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler

Not Reported †

Ozarks Regional

500.00-1450.00 †

South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna

None Reported

Springfield Livestock Marketing Center

300

3/19/21

None Reported*

Joplin Regional Stockyard

800

1300

1800

2300

cows

(Week of 3/14/21 to 3/20/21) Buffalo Livestock Market

†

860.00-1400.00 †

replacement

Steers, Med. & Lg. 1

Prices reported per per cwtcwt Prices reported

775.00-1100.00*

Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava

750.00-1300.00

Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba

810.00-1300.00 †

Four State Stockyards - Exeter

†

None Reported*

Joplin Regional Stockyards

None Reported †

Mid Missouri Stockyards

950.00-1200.00*

MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler

Not Reported †

Ozarks Regional

Springfield Livestock Marketing

None Reported † 485.00-1135.00 †

600

1100

1600

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

Heifers, Med. & Lg. 1

200.00-1500.00 †

South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna

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

Bulls, Med. & Lg. 1

675.00-1485.00 †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

16 16

Receipts: 568 A large crowd was on hand for this first sale in March. Compared to last month, slaughter lambs traded 20.0030.00 higher with a quality offering. Slaughter ewes traded up to 20.00 higher. Replacement ewes traded up to 10.00 higher. Kid feeder goats traded up to 65.00 higher, while kid slaughter goats traded 80.00 higher. Slaughter nannies traded up to 13.00 higher. Bidding was active with new buyers as well with active internet bidding and buying. Supply was light with very good demand. Supply included: 47% Slaughter Sheep/Lambs (3% Wooled & Shorn, 64% Hair Breeds, 3% Ewes, 27% Hair Ewes, 4% Hair Bucks); 3% Replacement Sheep/Lambs (46% Hair Ewes, 54% Families); 14% Feeder Goats (100% Kids); 29% Slaughter Goats (40% Kids, 34% Nannies/Does, 26% Bucks/Billies); 7% Replacement Goats (93% Nannies/Does, 7% Families). Slaughter Sheep/Lambs: Wooled & Shorn - Choice 1-3: 190.00-230.00. Hair Breeds - Choice and Prime 1-3: 285.00-360.00. Hair Breeds - Choice 1-3: 240.00-310.00. Ewes - Good 2-3: 125.00. Hair Ewes - Good 2-3: 115.00-192.50. Hair Ewes - Utility and Good 1-3: 112.50-130.00. Hair Bucks - 1-2: 180.00-240.00. Hair Bucks 2-3: 135.00-140.00. Replacement Sheep/Lambs: Hair Ewes - Small and Medium 1-2: 205.00-245.00. Families - Small and Medium 1-2 w/<20 lbs lamb:

National Sheep Summary

Compared to last week heavy slaughter lambs firm to 5.00 higher, light slaughter lambs mostly steady to sharply lower; slaughter ewes steady to 20.00 lower, except at San Angelo steady to 5.00 higher; feeder lambs not well tested. At San Angelo, TX 6800 head sold. No sales in Equity Cooperative Auction. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs were not tested. 7,278 lamb carcasses traded with no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unless specified. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3: San Angelo: wooled and shorn 110-185 lbs 150.00180.00. New Holland, PA: wooled and shorn 100-150 lbs 190.00250.00; 150-170 lbs 180.00-210.00. Ft. Collins, CO: wooled and shorn 110-145 lbs 250.00255.00. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 100-145 lbs 170.00197.00; 150-155 lbs 171.00-173.00. Kalona, IA: wooled and shorn 100-145 lbs 162.50257.50; 160 lbs 175.00. Billings, MT: wooled and shorn 160-190 lbs 160.00192.50. Missouri: wooled and shorn 110-140 lbs no test. Equity Coop: no sales. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2: San Angelo: hair 40-60 lbs 286.00-304.00; 60-70 lbs 276.00-300.00, few 306.00; 70-80 lbs 278.00-290.00, few 296.00; 80-90 lbs 270.00-292.00; 90-110 lbs 250.00284.00. wooled and shorn 60-70 lbs 292.00-300.00; 75 lbs 286.00; 95 lbs 268.00.

None Reported †

Kingsville Livestock Auction

100

3/4/21

900.00-1200.00 †

Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba

goats

None Reported*

Douglas County Livestock Auction

sheep & Diamond, Mo. • TS White Sheep/Goat

New Holland: wooled and shorn 40-50 lbs 315.00360.00; 50-60 lbs 320.00-360.00; 60-70 lbs 300.00342.00; 70-80 lbs 290.00-335.00; 80-90 lbs 250.00295.00, few 302.00-330.00; 90-100 lbs 230.00-275.00, few 302.00-325.00. hair 40-50 lbs 290.00-327.00; 50-60 lbs 285.00-330.00; 60-70 lbs 295.00-335.00; 70-80 lbs 280.00-305.00; 80-90 lbs 225.00-275.00; 90-100 lbs 235.00-290.00. Ft. Collins: hair 56 lbs 265.00. Kalona: wooled and shorn 40-50 lbs 260.00-287.50; 5060 lbs 275.00-301.00; 60-70 lbs 262.50-280.00; 70-80 lbs 277.00-287.50; 80-90 lbs 277.50-296.00; 92 lbs 277.50. hair 40-60 lbs 257.50-279.00; 60-70 lbs 272.50-280.00; 70-80 lbs 257.50-280.00; 90-100 lbs 262.50-287.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 56 lbs 275.00; 60-70 lbs 230.00-290.00; 70-80 lbs 205.00-270.00; 93 lbs 230.00. Billings: wooled and shorn 70-80 lbs 266.00-280.00; 8090 lbs 242.50-267.00, new crop 282.50-295.00; 90-100 lbs 220.00-242.50. hair 90-100 lbs 227.50-245.00. Missouri: no test. Slaughter Ewes: San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 100.00-118.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 117.00-146.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 114.00-120.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) 100.00-110.00; Cull1 1 70.00-90.00. New Holland: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 80.00-127.00, hair 85.00-135.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 90.00-110.00. Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 90.00-108.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 70.00-107.50. South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 69.00-90.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 72.50-90.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 62.50-78.00; Cull 1 50.00-57.00. Kalona: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 82.50-106.00, hair 108.00-117.50; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 87.50-97.50. Utility 1-2 (thin) 90.0092.00. Billings: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 90.00-98.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 99.00-111.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 100.00-115.00; Cull 1 88.00-111.00. Missouri: Good 2-3 (fleshy) no test; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test. Direct Trading: No sales. Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2:

2100

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

Four State Stockyards*

prices Kingsville Livestock Auction† 3/16/21

Mid Missouri Stockyards* 3/18/21

Nation

Receip Early pigs re light t formu Volum Total (Form All Ea All Fe

Western

Negot Barrow On a N weigh Price Wtd A 5 Day

Ava Douglas County† 3/18/21

Buffalo Livestock Auction* 3/20/21

Butler Mo-Kan Livestock† -----

Cuba Interstate Regional† 3/16/21

568

1,058

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1,075

1,330

5,452

1,876

560

Steady

3-10 Higher

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St-2 Higher

St-5 Lower

Steady

St-3 Higher

Steady

180.00-185.00 172.50-175.00 158.00-160.00 ----132.50-137.50

170.00-214.00 160.00-178.00 153.00-168.52 143.00-169.00 130.00-136.00

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175.00-187.00 160.00-175.00 150.00-171.00 139.50-154.75 131.50-136.25

179.00-206.00 173.00-188.00 150.00-169.00 147.00-157.00 124.00-132.00

190.00-200.00 176.00-192.00 160.00-186.00 141.00-157.00 134.00-145.00

--------160.00-178.35 143.00-163.85 137.25-147.75

170.00-195.00 164.00-182.00 143.00-171.00 137.00-154.00 130.00-142.00

16 15 14 12

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----150.00-176.00 140.00-157.00 128.00-146.00 116.00-131.00

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160.00-175.00 150.00-169.00 133.00-151.00 122.50-137.00 115.00-123.00

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144.00-159.00 138.00-145.00 128.00-141.00 ---------

140.00-180.00 140.00-155.00 137.00-149.00 130.00-138.00 115.00-136.00

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141.00 139.50-147.00 131.00-142.50 126.50-131.75 113.00-125.50

133.00-151.00 130.00-143.50 130.00-148.00 125.00-134.00 118.00-127.00

150.00-160.00 150.00-154.00 132.00-154.75 125.00-142.00 124.00-138.00

----150.00-160.75 132.75-158.25 130.00-142.25 119.50-135.00

140.00-158.00 133.00-156.00 126.00-148.00 123.00-135.00 118.00-128.00

14 12 12

3/16/21

Joplin Regional Stockyards† 3/15/21

San A lbs 27 Ft. Co South 216.00 199.00 Kalon Billin Misso Equity Repla San A age ha Ft. Co South 305.00 aged 2 Kalon Billin 160-1 Misso Sheep the w last w

NOT REPORTED

3/21/21

5 Area (Tx-Ok, Ks, Neb, Ia, Colo, Nm, Mn) Live Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 111.00-116.00; wtd. avg. price 114.28. Heifers: 113.00-116.00; wtd. avg. price 114.29. Dressed Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 178.00-180.00; wtd. avg. price 179.62. Heifers: Not Reported; wtd. avg. price Not Reported.

64.50-89.00 †

Four State Stockyards - Exeter

Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba

cattle

Midwest - High Plains Direct Slaughter Cattle

260.00-450.00. Feeder Goats: Kids - Selection 1: 415.00-500.00. Kids - Selection 2: 325.00-370.00. Kids - Selection 3: 285.00-315.00. Slaughter Goats: Kids - Selection 1: 365.00-490.00. Kids - Selection 2: 315.00-385.00. Nannies/Does - Selection 1-2: 220.00-290.00. Nannies/Does - Selection 3: 155.00-200.00. Bucks/Billies - Selection 1-2: 205.00-305.00. Replacement Goats: Nannies/Does - Selection 1-2: 260.00-340.00. Families - Selection 1-2 w/<20 lbs kid: 450.00-465.00.

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3/19/21

Receipts This Week: 81,846 Early weaned pigs 3.00 per head lower. To few feeder pigs reported for a market test. Demand moderate for light to moderate offerings. Receipts include 59% formulated prices. Volume By State Or Province Of Origin: Missouri 6.1% Total Composite Weighted Average Receipts and Price (Formula and Cash): All Early Weaned Pigs: 80,996 at 48.63. All Feeder Pigs: 850 at 84.53. Western Cornbelt Daily Direct Hog Report

3/22/21

Negotiated Purchase (Including Packer Sold) Barrows & Gilts (carcass basis): 126,939 On a National basis, compared to the previous day’s weighted average (LM_HG200): 0.80 higher. Price Range: $83.86 - $95.63. Wtd Avg: $92.17. 5 Day Rolling Avg: Not Reported.

Kingsville Livestock Auction† 3/16/21

Mid Missouri Stockyards* 3/18/21

Springfield Livestock Marketing† 3/17/21

Vienna South Central† 3/17/21

West Plains Ozarks Regional† 3/16/21

,452

1,876

560

829

767

3,208

eady

St-3 Higher

Steady

St-9 Higher

Uneven

0-200.00 0-192.00 0-186.00 0-157.00 0-145.00

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0-160.00 0-154.00 0-154.75 0-142.00 0-138.00

--------160.00-178.35 143.00-163.85 137.25-147.75

170.00-195.00 164.00-182.00 143.00-171.00 137.00-154.00 130.00-142.00

----165.00-181.00 152.00-169.00 144.25-150.00 126.50-137.50

176.00-190.00 168.00-185.50 155.00-171.00 148.50-154.00 128.50-138.00

186.00 176.00-197.00 161.00-178.00 141.50-157.00 127.50-145.00

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193.00 164.50-171.00 147.50-158.00 144.50-146.00 -----

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165.00-166.00 155.00-167.50 135.00-154.00 136.00 -----

----150.00-160.75 132.75-158.25 130.00-142.25 119.50-135.00

140.00-158.00 133.00-156.00 126.00-148.00 123.00-135.00 118.00-128.00

150.00 144.00-147.00 128.00-144.00 124.00-136.00 117.00

149.00-164.50 147.50-149.50 135.50-149.75 125.75-136.50 -----

152.00-160.00 140.00-160.00 132.00-144.00 125.00-138.00 123.00-128.00

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Mo. Weekly Hay Summary

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Ava Kingsville

Butler Springfield

Cuba Vienna

Joplin West Plains

heifers 550-600 LBS. Ava Kingsville

Butler Springfield

Cuba Vienna

135.16

158.33 168.09

164.41 168.15 155.17

154.44 Week of 2/21/21

Week of 2/21/21

162.43

Joplin West Plains

134.56 139.72 143.58 134.49

160.98

140.84

135.01

160.39

3/19/21

The wet season, monsoon season, or simply just spring in Missouri whatever you call it heavy rains and flooding is once again common across the state. Field work has been put on hold as fields are either very squishy or have standing water on them. There was some fertilizer spread in the week window that was seen a couple of weeks ago but by no means was the task compete as several never even got started. Farmers that didn’t prepay are watching prices rise daily. Most components and mixtures are at their highest levels since 2015. Still several loads of round bales moving as some farmers needs a few more bales to finish out the feeding season. Hay prices remain mostly steady although some lower quality hay is weak. Demand is light to moderate and Supplies are moderate. The Missouri Department of Agriculture has a hay directory visit http:// mda.mo.gov/abd/haydirectory/ for listings of hay http://agebb. missouri.edu/haylst/ Alfalfa - Supreme (Ask/Per Ton): Medium Square 3x3: 200.00250.00. Alfalfa - Supreme (Ask/Per Bale): Small Square: 7.00-10.00. Alfalfa - Premium (Ask/Per Ton): Medium Square 3x3: 160.00200.00. Alfalfa - Good (Ask/Per Ton): Large Round: 120.00-160.00. Alfalfa - Good (Ask/Per Bale): Small Square: 5.00-7.00. Alfalfa - Fair (Ask/Per Ton): Large Round: 100.00-125.00. Alfalfa/Grass Mix - Good/Premium (Ask/Per Bale): Small Square: 6.00-8.00. Mixed Grass - Good/Premium (Ask/Per Ton): Large Round: 80.00-120.00. Mixed Grass - Fair/Good (Ask/Per Ton): Large Round: 60.0080.00. Mixed Grass - Fair/Good (Ask/Per Bale): Small Square: 3.006.00. Mixed Grass - Fair (Ask/Per Bale): Large Round: 25.00-50.00. Straw: Wheat (Ask/Per Bale): Small Square: 4.00-6.00.

avg. grain prices

Week Ended 3/19/21 Corn Sorghum*

Soft Wheat

* Price per cwt

14.34

14.01

6.70

6.18

5.95

5.40

14.33

14.21

13.90

6.37

6.60

167.20 165.97 168.98 157.55

5.52

5.61

138.13 130.50 141.92 142.19 135.09

144.37

162.51

135.09

164.19 161.34

134.76 144.09

155.80 172.22 164.18 172.75 158.00

137.24 142.83 139.13 134.22 131.72

160.01 161.87

136.39

159.43

131.74 **

** 161.12 163.03 160.00 154.51

132.97 135.73 145.71 135.41 138.69

165.26

5.87

134.09

156.32 152.60

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Week of 2/28/21

National Direct Delivered Feeder Pig Report

Cheese: Barrels closed at $1.4525 and 40# blocks at $1.7900. The weekly average for barrels is $1.5080 (-0.0140) and blocks, $1.7980 (+0.0345). Fluid Milk/Cream: Milk production across much of the U.S. is steady to higher. In the far southeastern and southwestern parts of the country, milk production is at or near peak volumes. In the south-central part of the U.S., industry contacts are wondering what flush will look like following the frigid temperatures last month and the impacts they may have had on the milking herd. Class I demand has eased back as some fluid milk pipelines get refilled and some schools take their spring breaks. However, some contacts suggest fluid sales are strong and ahead of pre-pandemic levels. Although a lot of cream is available, cream supplies have tightened slightly, especially in the eastern half of the U.S. where a few butter makers suggest they could use a bit more cream. Contacts relay Class II cream usage has picked up. Cream multiples are 1.20 ñ 1.32 in the East, 1.20-1.27 in the Midwest, and 1.05-1.24 in the West. SPOT PRICES OF CLASS II CREAM: $ PER POUND BUTTERFAT, F.O.B., producing plants, Midwestern U.S. - $2.0746 - $2.1596.

National Dairy Market

Week of 3/7/21

oplin gional kyards† 15/21

hog markets

dairy & fed cattle

$176

Week of 3/14/21

prices

San Angelo: 40-60 lbs 296.00-304.00; 69 lbs 286.00; 71 lbs 270.00; 80-90 lbs 262.00-264.00. Ft. Collins: no test. South Dakota: 44 lbs 365.00; 83 lbs 229.00; 90-100 lbs 216.00-228.00; 100-105 lbs 219.00-230.00; 120-125 lbs 199.00-200.00. old crop 61 lbs 243.00; 82 lbs 240.00. Kalona: no test. Billings: no test. Missouri: no test. Equity Coop: no sales. Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2: San Angelo: yearling hair ewes 100 lbs 205.00/cwt; mixed age hair 85-130 lbs 142.00-172.00/cwt. Ft. Collins: no test. South Dakota: bred yearlings 312.50/head; bred young 305.00/head; bred middle age 220.00-280.00/head; bred aged 235.00-242.50/head. Kalona: no test. Billings: middle age 175-185 lbs 105.00-122.00/cwt; aged 160-190 lbs 98.00-104.00/cwt. Missouri: no test. Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 34,00 compared with 37,000 last week and 41,000 last year.

Week of 2/28/21

od 3-4 (very fleshy) 90.00-98.00; Good 2-3 0-111.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 100.00-115.00; -111.00. ood 2-3 (fleshy) no test; Utility and Good m flesh) no test; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; st. ing: No sales. bs: Medium and Large 1-2:

550-600 lb. steers

$214

Week of 3/7/21

nd: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 80.00-127.00, hair 85.00-135.00; Utility 1-2 -110.00. Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 90.00-108.00; Good 70.00-107.50. ta: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 69.00-90.00; Good 72.50-90.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 62.50-78.00; -57.00. od 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 0, hair 108.00-117.50; Utility and Good 1-3 sh) 87.50-97.50. Utility 1-2 (thin) 90.00-

24 Month Avg. -

$252

Week of 3/14/21

nd: wooled and shorn 40-50 lbs 315.000 lbs 320.00-360.00; 60-70 lbs 300.000 lbs 290.00-335.00; 80-90 lbs 250.00302.00-330.00; 90-100 lbs 230.00-275.00, 325.00. hair 40-50 lbs 290.00-327.00; 50-60 30.00; 60-70 lbs 295.00-335.00; 70-80 lbs 00; 80-90 lbs 225.00-275.00; 90-100 lbs 00. hair 56 lbs 265.00. oled and shorn 40-50 lbs 260.00-287.50; 500-301.00; 60-70 lbs 262.50-280.00; 70-80 lbs 50; 80-90 lbs 277.50-296.00; 92 lbs 277.50. bs 257.50-279.00; 60-70 lbs 272.50-280.00; 7.50-280.00; 90-100 lbs 262.50-287.50. ta: wooled and shorn 56 lbs 275.00; 60-70 lbs 00; 70-80 lbs 205.00-270.00; 93 lbs 230.00. oled and shorn 70-80 lbs 266.00-280.00; 800-267.00, new crop 282.50-295.00; 90-100 lbs 50. hair 90-100 lbs 227.50-245.00. o test. wes: : Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 00-118.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium 0-146.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 114.00-120.00; ility 1-2 (very thin) 100.00-110.00; Cull1 1

✝ USDA Reported * Independently Reported

135.66

166.43 100

125 150 175 200 225 * No price reported in weight break **USDA Failed To Report *** No Sale - Weather

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“The calves are never in a feedlot and we have them processed at a Missouri-inspected plant and sell sides of beef or bring it back to the farm to sell steaks and different cuts individually.” One of the other things Bryant has worked to accomplish is a herd that doesn’t need much upkeep and maintenance. “I have had my hand in the breeding program for a while now and have worked to produce and keep offspring that don’t need much,” he explained. “Last year, part of our herd only got a mineral booster shot, they didn’t need any other vet upkeep and not having to pay that bill helps things run smoother too. “Generally, I am working for easy-keeping calves to produce replacement animals that don’t need as much work. I do the vet work myself, except on our replacement heifers,” he added. “I have a vet do pre-breeding inspections and test all the bulls we keep on the farm to make sure we are spending our time and money on something that can produce for us.” A quote that Bryant likes a lot goes “if you can’t change the cards you’re dealt, then change how you play your hand.” “Make sure your genetic code matches your zip code is how someone explained it to me and it really makes sense, he added. “Cows need to perform on the land and grass you have; they should match the resources you

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Webster Farms offers farm-to-plate foods for all tastes “That is growing more each year,” Linda said. “We started that because you can make Linda Webster didn’t grow up around farming, but once the farming more money from your steers. We have been doing it for about two years, and when bug bit the now-retired registered nurse, she caught farm fever. Linda and her husband James own Webster Farms in Camdenton, Mo., where Linda COVID hit, we had people calling us from all over the place; it was nuts. It has slowed is the primary operator. James works full time at his own plumbing company, Webster down a little because there isn’t the panic, but we developed return customers.” Steers for retail cuts are born and raised on the farm. Steers are raised on grass and then Plumbing, a family-owned business since 1955. James had no farming experience either, offered a mixed commercial ration for 90 days. but that all changed when they purchased their farm, which consists of 152 acres. “We don’t like pure grass-fed beef,” Linda said. “You have got to get that grain to give “We moved here in 1991 and kind of piddled with it, adding more each year,” Linda said. Webster Farms offers a wide-array of farm-to-plate items, all produced on the Camden the beef flavor. I did the University of Missouri-Extension’s Pearls of Production each County, Mo., farm, which includes a cow/calf operation that produces steers for their November, and we had a taste test of beef, and you could tell the difference. Everyone picks the grain-finished beef.” beef operation, seasonal vegtables, eggs, chicken and honey. After 90 days on grain, steers are processed at an inspected facility and sold at the Linda markets products at farmers markets in Linn Creek and Camdenton. farmers markets or straight from the farm. “More people want to buy locally,” Linda said. “People want to know where The majority of beef sales are on the retail cut side, allowing customers to have their food comes from, and they are always asking if they can some see our farm. the farm-fresh beef they want without purchasing a whole or half. In this area, we have all of the city people who come down (to the Lake of the “That’s a good chunk of money for people to come up with, and some people Ozarks). They all think we are dirt cheap because they are use to the city prices.” Webster Farms started with the cow/calf operation that now has 30 black Camdention, Mo. don‘t have the freezer space,” Linda said. “I have people who will buy 2 or 3 pounds of hamburger and a roast every week.” Angus females and Angus herd bull. Webster Farms works to have meat available at all times, adding that three steers Some calves are sold at market, but others are kept back for the farm’s beef sales.

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meet your neighbors will be processed at the end of March, and other steers will be processed throughout the year. “We just want to keep it going; we don’t want to run out,” Linda said. “Last year, we ran out and when that happens, you lose the momentum a little.” Steers are processed at about 16 to 18 months of age or about 1,100 pounds. “We band steers when they are a little bigger,” Linda said. “My husband thinks they gain better if we leave them as bulls a little longer, so they are about 400 pounds when we band them.” Farm-raised beef has proven to be a good venture for Webster Farms, and they are also investigating the possibility of moving toward offering non-GMO. “That’s what people really want right now,” Linda said, adding that steers meant for the beef program are the only bovines that receive grain daily. The main herd is offered a commercial mineral, and James occasionally feeds range cubes. On the poultry side, Linda has both laying hens and meat birds. Egg layers are on the farm year-round, but she only raises meat birds through the summer months, with a few in the fall. Meat birds are reared in chicken tractors that Linda moves to new areas daily. She will get a shipment of 100 Freedom Rangers of the year in April. The chicks will be only a few days old and will not be moved to the outdoor tractors until they are about 3 to 4 weeks of age. “They don’t have the problems that the Cornish normally do,” Linda said. “They don’t get so heavy that they can’t walk.” Broilers are processed at 9 weeks of age by a processor in Versailles, Mo., weighing birds 4 to 4 1/2 pounds. In addition to scratching out insects, broilers are offered a non-GMO feed sourced from a Versailles retailer. Layers are Cinnamon Queens and Delawares. She alternates the breeds of the birds in order to keep track of the age, making it easier determine hen rotation. Once the hens are older, usually about 4 years old, they are processed as stewing hens for family use. Chickens are also offered produce that isn’t saleable. Linda said predator issues, including domestic dogs and cats, prevent her from raising free-range broilers or laying hens. Linda enjoys the cattle and poultry operations, but her first farm love was raising produce. Webster Farms built the first high tunnel through a grant from the Natural Resources Conservation Service, followed a second tunnel. MARCH 29, 2021

One tunnel is planted with beets, spinach, radishes and carrots, and soon there will be cucumbers, broccoli and green beans. The second tunnel will soon be filled with 400 tomato plants, which Linda starts from seed. “I usually start planting in February, but I’m glad I didn’t this year,” Linda said, referring to the polar vortex that blanked the nation in mid-February. “I couldn’t tell you how much we grow, but it is steady all summer long.” In her raised beds outside, which she started about 15 years ago, Linda utilizes a soilless mix. Linda said the mix does not allow for weed growth, but her plants grow well. Raised beds grow strawberries, garlic, potatoes and other crops. In all, Linda grows about 20 different crops. “While I was still working, I started doing farmers markets and have been doing the produce longer, much longer, than the beef. About the only thing I don’t grow are melons. I haven’t had much luck with them.” Bees are used as pollinators on the farm and also produce honey that Linda sells. “I love my bees,” Linda said. “I can just sit out there on my lawn chair and watch them. I’ve had bees for about 15 years, and the most I have had has been eight hives. We don’t buy bees anymore, and I caught four swarms last year. We have our traps out and are seeing a little activity. Those are the bees you want because they can survive the winters out here.” Linda is always looking at ways to expand her market and experimenting. One of the new crops in the works is elderberries. “I want elderberries, personally, for the juice and everyone asks about it,” Linda explained. “I really think it’s going to turn into something big.” She also plans to grow a small patch of wheat this year, which she will harvest to make flour for items she makes in her commercial kitchen. “I really don’t know what I’m getting into with that,” she said with a laugh. The commercial kitchen started as a way for Linda to keep her honey clean as she processes it, but it quickly grew into yet another part of her farm. “I needed something to fill in at farmers markets between now and when the produce hits, so I make bread,” Linda said. “I knew if I was going to do it, I knew it had to meet commercial standards.” From her kitchen, Linda also creates videos she posts online to help customers understand

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Multiple Operations in One Continued from Previous Page how to store and cook certain food items, and to give people a look at life on the farm. The Websters purchased their own hay equipment last year. “My husband doesn’t like waiting on people,” Linda said with a laugh. “People thought we were crazy, but you want to get your hay in when it’s ready, not when someone can get to it. We have our hay, a grass mix, and then we have three or four other fields we cut that belong to other people. We get the hay because they don’t want it.” Linda added that they would like to purchase more land for their haying operation

beds. Chickens even feed themselves at Webster Farms. “We got a feeder that we will fill once a week, and the chickens step on the paddle,” Linda said. “We have an automatic waterer for the chickens with a 5-gallon bucket with a toilet flange in it. When the water goes down, it automatically fills back up. They may be little things, but they really do add up. I had problems with my birds eating eggs, so we put in a Best Nest box where they can go in and lay their eggs, but then the eggs roll away, and they can’t get to them. Plus, the eggs are cleaner.”

but have yet struck a deal. Being the primary operator, Linda said she learned ways to save time and steps, allowing her to become more efficient in her daily routine. For example, the farm utilizes a bulk feed bin, eliminating the need for bagged feed. They use a walk-up, fence-line feeding system that keeps her out of the area where the steers for the beef program are located. She also placed shingles between her raised bed to eliminate mud and weeds, and Linda took advantage of her husband’s plumbing skills to add a watering system to her raised

To make pastures more efficient, the Websters have implemented a strip grazing program, which has improved their forages. “It’s pretty amazing to see that line,” Linda said. “You have to use your pastures and land efficiently. If you don’t, why have it?” After more than 20 years in nursing and working various other jobs before she started nursing school at the age of 41, Linda said she has found her place – her favorite place. “No one tells me what to do out here,” she said with a laugh. “There aren’t policies and procedures to follow, and I love this.”

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“I love being a part of FFA because of all the opportunities it brings and the new friends and memories you can make. I also love living on a farm out in the country because of how quiet and beautiful as it can be.”

What are your future plans? Do they involve agriculture in some way? “My future plans are to attend Ozarks Technical College to use my A-Plus and take a business class so I can start my own photography business. Also, after I get married, I would like to raise some animals with my family.”

What’s the best advice about agriculture you have received from adults? How has that advice helped you?

“The best advice I have ever gotten would be to do what you love and make sure it makes you happy. I know this may not sound like agricultural advice, but it definitely makes me want to do something that makes me happy that I’ll want to do for the rest of my life.”

What advice would you give to other young people who want to be involved in agriculture?

“I would say definitely do it because you make so many memories and meet so many awesome new people.”

Awards: “I have gotten many awards in my time in FFA. My freshman year, I was a district finalist for creed speaking, and I got a Group 1 rating at state for Knowledge. I received my Greenhand degree, and received the Star Greenhand, as well as leadership and scholarship pins. My sophomore year, I was district finalist for the Soil and Water for Fall Speaking Contest. I also received my Chapter degree, and leadership and scholarship awards.” MARCH 29, 2021

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y their very nature, our farmers are efficient. Ken W. Knies is an When it comes to the concept of efficiency on the agricultural and rural farm or ranch, a multitude of things may come to consultant. He holds a mind. It could be that new diesel one-ton truck bachelor’s of science or a four-wheel drive tractor. However, there are and arts from the many examples where efficiency should be considered. University of Arkansas First, let’s define efficiency. Wikipedia defines efficiency and a master’s of as “the (often measurable) ability to avoid wasting matebusiness administrarials, energy, effort, money and time in doing something tion from Webster or producing a desired result.” I love Webster Dictionary’s University in St. Louis, Kids Definition of Efficiency: “The ability to do something Mo. He formed Ag or produce something without waste.” I’m not sure I’ve Strategies, LLC as a been my most efficient during the past “Covid Year.” business unit focused Here are just a few examples of efficiency of imporon quality borrowers tance to our producers: and lenders. A cow/calf producer may focus on efficiency through their cow herd. An efficient momma cow will utilize grass and forage to produce a healthy calf each year. A larger cow will consume more forage yet may produce a larger calf. A smaller breed animal will likely offer a smaller calf while consuming less forage. The relative efficiency for a given producer may relate to what size farm he/she has in terms of available pasture or facilities. Cattle producers, whether beef or dairy, are looking to produce the highest possible weight or milk relative to the inputs needed to market their products. A poultry producer is looking to convert their feed to bird pounds or numbers of eggs. They use energy (gas and electricity), plus feed and water to provide the end product. A key measurement of a broiler or hen’s efficiency is through their feed efficiency. A crop producer is focused on many inputs to gain maximum efficiency throughout the production cycle. Timing, seed selection, fertilizer and chemical usage, machinery and uses of technology all come into play. One way to measure efficiency is via an efficiency ratio. This indicates expenses as a percentage of revenue. Essentially, this is how much an individual spends to make a dollar. The lower the ratio, the more efficient the result. Of paramount importance when considering efficiencies in our world, American farmers, ranchers and producers are the epitome of efficiency. Their very way of life dictates that they operate as efficiently as possible. They combine their inputs, resources, time, energy and technology to result in high-quality food and fiber for the rest of us to use and enjoy. Our ag producers set an excellent example of how to maximize the use of resources to gain maximum benefit. They do this while being excellent stewards of the land and our environment. I salute our farmers and ranchers as being the understated leaders in rural America. They are freedom-loving citizens, often taken for granted and under appreciated by far too many. They generally maintain a low profile yet are integral to our rural society. We utilize the results and the efficiency of our farmers, ranchers and producers’ effort every day. Think a great steak dinner or that warm wool sweater. Wow, I’m getting hungry again.

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he warmer weather may be sparking thoughts of spring cleaning and to-do lists. ommend looking for and cleaning off any manure piles on hay or silage. In addition, use While compiling a list of spring chores, how about developing a plan to build a water sources that limit fecal and urine contamination. healthier herd? Experts agree that an unhealthy herd is an unprofitable herd. LuckiA consistent and thorough deworming program can go a long way to promoting good ly there are many ways farmers can get their herd moving on a healthier path. herd health. “The animal spends a lot of its energy on the biggest attacker it recognizes,” First, producers should evaluate their herd health protocols. Gunsaulis said. “When there is a significant worm load, a lot of the “I am all about preventative maintenance, taking care of them beimmune system is focused on that problem and the animal is more fore they have a problem,” Andy McCorkill, livestock field specialist susceptible to other diseases.” Keep an eye out for with the University of Missouri Extension, said. “An ounce of preIt is essential to follow proper deworming protocols so that animals do the toxin cycle in vention is worth a pound of cure.” not develop parasite resistance. Experts recommend following the labels KY 31 Tall fescue A good starting point is making sure a solid nutrition and mineral in order to ensure the drugs are working at their maximum efficacy. n Toxins are concentrated program is in place. “Over the last few years, the typical veterinary recommendation in the seed heads in May “We have to take care of our animals by the way that we feed them. has been to cut back on cattle to once or twice a year on deworming,” through June. Animals that look healthy are going to be more apt to be healthy,” McCorkill said. “Some veterinarians will recommend using multiple n Toxin levels will be high McCorkill added. products with different modes of action so that we completely wipe in the leaves in September Farmers can protect the health of their herd by restricting the out what parasite trouble we have each time,” McCorkill added. through early November. movement of animals coming and going from their operation. Keep Reducing stress is yet another way to maintain a healthy herd. Pron If producers can delay new animals separated from the rest of the herd until it’s established ducers can start to reduce stress by focusing on the youngest animals grazing those fields of the animals are not carrying any pathogens. in their operations. “I like to be well on the road of having the calves solid fescue during that Vaccinations also play a significant role in promoting herd health. vaccinated before I wean them, to ensure that they have that immu time, that will help on It’s never too late to start or improve on a vaccination program. nity built up especially for respiratory diseases,” McCorkill shared. animal stress. “Vaccinations on healthy animals simply gives them a better chance In addition, experts recommend castrating and dehorning calves as n Toxin levels drop to fend off disease challenges,” Johnny Gunsaulis, county extension early as possible to minimize stress. They also suggest fence line wean significantly after agent, U of A Division of Agriculture in Benton County, Ark., said. ing or calf weaners, which are put in the nose of the calf to prevent Thanksgiving. Gunsaulis added some producers may want to test for diseases such as them from nursing, to assist with the transition of weaning. Johne’s, Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) and anaplasmosis. Since calves from first calf heifers don’t have the immunity that calves Wildlife can carry diseases that impact a herd from a reproductive from older cows have, producers should plan to calve their heifers separate standpoint. Livestock can pick up leptospirosis (a disease that causes abortions in cattle) from the older cows. If possible, move them to a clean field just before they start calving and and other diseases that are spread through wildlife fecal matter and urine. Experts rec- then have fields to transition them to every two to three weeks throughout the calving season.

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“If you can be as efficient as possible, that’s the name of the game in farming. You want to keep your input costs down and that’s why some people can’t make it.”

“From a business standpoint, efficiency is important because it reduces time, energy and cost in producing something.”

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“Farming is labor intensive. I have learned that I can make more money per plant by increasing efficacy and bettering my infrastructure, which reduces my time involvement.”

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It’s never too late to improve soil One way farmers can achieve more green in their fields and in their pocket books, is to dig up some dirt – literally. Healthy soil can help farmers improve their bottom line. Experts suggest there are a variety of ways to improve soil quality. The first step to cultivating more effective soil, is a soil test. The soil test allows farmers to know exactly what they need to add in order to improve their soil quality. Once producers have the information about their soil fertility needs, they can develop a game plan. Though synthetic fertilizers are a common method to increase soil fertility, there are natural ways as well. A few options include spreading manure, planting cover crops, implementing rotational grazing and diversifying plant species. Manures are good complete fertilizers because they add micronutrients to the soil and can be economical. Manures can also help bring up low phosphorus levels. However, experts suggest testing the manure load; because the amount of available nutrients vary depending on the diet, bedding, feed and animal type. In addition, not all nutrients are available in manure the first year. “For example, only about 25 percent of nitrogen is available the first year and another

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25 to 50 percent is lost through volitization,” Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist with the University of Missouri Extension, said. “Manure may not provide all the nutrients needed to produce a yield goal; therefore, additional synthetic fertilizer may be needed.” Planting cover crops serves as another avenue to improve soil health. “In a row crop situation, adding cover crops, utilizing crop rotation and using low tillage implements build organic matter over time,” Scheidt added. These practices also ward off insects, weeds and disease. In addition, livestock producers can use the cover crops as winter feed. Allowing livestock to graze cover crops adds fertility and organic matter into the soil. Livestock hoof traffic aids with incorporation of dead plant material from cover crops. The main way to cultivate soil quality with forages is maintaining a good stubble height through rotational grazing. “Plants with little growth on top, also have short root growth below the ground. In order to reduce weed pressure and maintain desirable plant persistence, don’t overgraze,” Scheidt advised. Though stubble height depends on the plant species, a good rule of thumb is no shorter than 3 to 4 inches for MARCH 29, 2021

farm help cool season grasses and 6 to 10 inches for native warm season grasses. Experts advise implementing a rotational grazing system in order to keep livestock from staying on a pasture too long. “Avoiding grazing to the ground has extra benefits of faster regrowth and healthier plants, which outcompete weeds in a pasture setting too,” Scheidt recommended. Diversifying plant species is another way to promote healthy soil conditions. Experts suggest adding variety to pastures by adding a legume to a cool season grass or planting a paddock with a native warm season grass mix. By adding a legume to a grass pasture, farmers fix nitrogen for later use and provide a greater range of nutrients to livestock consuming it. “Native species have deep root systems which not only help with compaction, but also allows the plant to find water and nutrients deeper in the soil during drought,” Scheidt said. The good news, it’s never too late to get started on cultivating healthy soil and growing a greener bottom line.

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Producers should monitor calves and conditions of cows Just like children, calves should be achieving certain “milestones” in their development. There are actions producers can take and observations they can make in order to help their calves hit the mark. As soon as a calf is born, monitoring the amount of colostrum it gets is critical. “Within several hours, if we aren’t fairly certain they have gotten some colostrum or an ample amount; then we need to intervene and use a supplement or a replacer depending on the situation or how much or how little colostrum they got,” Andy McCorkill, livestock field specialist with the University of Missouri Extension, said. Another action needed shortly after birth is making sure the calf is dried off. This is especially important in cold, snowy and wet conditions. Though momma cows will lick their babies, and in the process get them dry, in bad weather conditions it is more difficult for them to get it accomplished in a timely manner. There are some assessments producers should be making to keep track of their calf crop’s development. First, examine how they look. “Calf condition is probably the biggest indicator of calf health in the short term,” Johnny Gunsaulis, county extension agent, U of A Division of Agriculture in Benton County, Ark., stated. Other positive health indicators include a healthy hair coat and a good weaning weight. However, if a calf exhibits sunken or weepy eyes, droopy ears, has an unthrifty appearance or seems depressed, consider it a sign the calf may be sick or malnourished. A dam’s condition at calving has a direct impact on the future development of her calf. Ideally, at calving, the dam should have a body condition score between five and sev-

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en. Good body condition and flesh are signs the momma cow is doing well nutritionally. A healthy dam equates to a healthier calf. If a momma calves with a less than adequate body condition, she may not have the stamina to raise a calf to its potential. “If they calve in at a three or four body condition, both the quantity and quality of the colostrum are going to be reduced and that’s going to lead to the likelihood that the calf is not going to get enough milk and be sickly for the rest of its life,” McCorkill said. If the cow’s condition starts to decline too much as the calf grows, specialists suggest it’s a good idea to wean those calves a little earlier than normal. This allows the dam a chance to recover. “It takes the lactation component of her nutritional requirements out of the equation and we can often times put the gain back on the calf, cheaper and more efficiently than the cow can,” McCorkill added. Observing the dam’s condition can help producers make culling decisions as well. “Those females that lose so much weight during lactation that they fail to rebreed might need to be put on a cull prospect list, assuming we have provided adequate forage for the herd and have taken care of parasites,” Gunsaulis advised. On the other hand, if a female looks too good at the time her calf is weaned, that may be a red flag as well. “At weaning time, if the dam looks fleshy but the calf looks thin, she’s not giving of herself enough and should probably be culled,” Gunsaulis stated. Experts say these observations are easier to make if a herd is managed for a defined 45-to80-day calving season. Many important herd management practices such as vaccinations, parasite control, castration and weaning are more efficient when producers are comitted to a distinct calving season. MARCH 29, 2021

ozarks’ MARCH 2021 Now-5/27 Home Gardening Webinar Series – Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. – Online via Zoom – for questions, contact Kelly at 636-797-5391 or kellyd@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/d65 29-5/19 Tai Chi for Arthritis Online – Mondays and Wednesdays 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – Online via Zoom – Cost: $50 – for more information contact Rachel at 573-458-6260 or rachelbuenemann@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/li3 30, 4/1, 4/6 Regional Hay School: Capture the value of your investment – 6-9 p.m., each evening – Online via Zoom – register by March 29 – for questions 417-955-0287 or davismp@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/8p8 30-5/11 Chronic Pain Self-Management – Tuesdays, 1-3:30 p.m. – Online via Zoom – Cost: Free – for questions contact Denise at 816-482-5850 or sullivand@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/plv APRIL 2021 1-29 Parenting The Second Time Around – Thursdays, 1-3 p.m. – Cost: $20 per person or $30 per couple – MU Extension Meeting Room, 186 N. Adams, Lebanon, Mo. – call 417-532-7126 to register – registration deadline is March 31 2-23 HEAL for a Lifetime – Online via Zoom, Fridays, noon-1 p.m. – Cost: Free – for questions contact Denise at 816-482-5850 or sullivand@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/i5y 3 Stickin’ It To Cancer – benefit cattle show to help support a teen battling Hodgkin’s Lymphoma – entry fee: $30, late entry fee: $40 – Bates County Fairgrounds, Butler, Mo. – 700 East Nursery Street, Butler, Mo. – for more information contact Kim at 816-738-9243 or Matt at 660-200-5822 – sign up online at go.ozarksfn.com/wck – follow the event on Facebook at go.ozarksfn.com/tly

3 Garden 4 Life Garden Class – 2 p.m. – Cost: $50 per person, bring a friend or family member for an additional $25 – 1901 State Hwy 64, Lebanon, Mo. – limited seating – 417-736-3251 or info@garden4life.com to register – visit www.garden4life.com for more information 6 Southwest Missouri Cattlemen’s Association Meeting – 7 p.m. – Southwest Research Center, Mount Vernon, Mo. – 417-466-3102 6 Private Pesticide Applicator Training – 6-8 p.m. – Online via Zoom – Cost: Free – for questions contact Andy at 660-425-6434 or lukea@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/jlx 6-7 Missouri Forage & Grassland Council Small Ruminant Conference – Tuesday 1-5 p.m., Wednesday 9 a.m.-4 p.m. – Lincoln University, Jefferson City, Mo. – for more information and registration call 573-338-1772 or visit www.mofgc.org 7-9 Artificial Insemination School – Southwest Research Center, Mount Vernon, Mo. – for more information call 417-258-2391 – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/kxj 10 Barn Quilt Workshop – El Dorado Springs High School Agriculture Building, 921 S. Park St., El Dorado Springs, Mo. – Cost: $30 per person – Class size is limited – for questions or to register call 417-276-3313 or email cedarco@missouri.edu 14 Growing Home Garden Tomatoes – 6-8 p.m. – Online via Zoom – Cost: Free – for more information 573-581-3231 or dhakald@missouri.edu – register online at go.ozarksfn.com/ejg 17 Garden 4 Life Garden Class – 1 p.m. – Cost: $50 per person, bring a friend or family member for an additional $25 – 1901 State Hwy 64, Lebanon, Mo. – limited seating – 417-736-3251 or info@garden4life.com to register – visit www.garden4life.com for more information

ozarks’ MARCH 2021 29 Southwest Missouri All-Breed Performance Tested Bull Sale – Springfield, Mo. – 417-293-8002 29 Live Wire Auction Foundational Female Sale – Springfield, Mo. – 417-293-8002 APRIL 2021 2 Ade Polled Herefords Annual Bull & Female Sale – at the Farm, Amsterdam, Mo. – 765-583-4875 3 The Andras Kind Red Angus Bull Sale – at the Farm, Manchester, Ill – 217-473-2355 – 217-473-2320 3 B/F Cattle Company – Butler, Mo. – 660-492-2808 3 Circle S Gelbvieh Ranch 14th Annual “Going to Grass” Production Sale – Canton, Kan. – 620-628-4621 3 Four State Angus Association 91st Edition Consignment Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 734-260-8635 3 MBS Charolais Bull Sale – Bowling Green, Mo. – 573-324-5411 or 573-324-2528 3 Vaughan Family Ranch Bull Sale – Derby, Kan. – 316-213-5484 5 Brockmere Farms Inc. Annual Performance-Tested Angus Bull Sale – New Cambria Livestock Auction, New Cambria, Mo. – 660-258-2901 or 660-375-2155 6 Hubert Charolais Ranch 42nd Annual Bull Sale – Oakley, Kan. – 785-672-2540 8 Pharo Cattle Company Production Sale – Springfield, Mo. – 800-311-0995 10 Ozark & Heart of America Beefmaster Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 210-648-5475 10 The Renaissance Sale XXIX – Chappell’s Sales Arena, Strafford, Mo. – 405-246-6324 11 OSU Cowboy Classic – Stillwater, Okla. – 405-464-2455 MARCH 29, 2021

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17 Belle Point Ranch Annual Angus Production Sale – Lavaca, Ark. – 989-965-6363 or 989-798-8223 17 2021 Leachman Ozark Spring Sale – I-40 Livestock, Ozark, Ark. – 970-568-3983 17 Missouri Charolais Breeders Association Spring Bull & Female Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 281-761-5952 18 P Bar S Ranch Limousin, Lim-Flex & Red Angus Proof of Progress Sale – Sand Springs, Okla. – 402-350-3447 22 Valley Girls Online Geno-Pheno Heifer Sale – www.LiveWireAuction.com – 417-569-6940 24 10th Anniversary Heartland Highland Cattle Auction – Mid-Missouri Stockyard, Lebanon, Mo. – 417-733-3201 or 309-251-5832 24 Missouri Red Angus Association Show Me Red Sale – Springfield Livestock Marketing Center, Springfield, Mo. – 417-327-7870 24 Wienk Charolais 52nd Annual Bull Sale – at the Ranch, Lake Preston, SD – 605-860-0505 – 605-203-0137 – 605-203-1082 30 Express Ranches Grasstime Sale – Yukon, Okla. – 405-464-2455 MAY 2021 7 Next Generation Sale of 2021 Glendenning’s J Bar J Annual Production Sale – Lebanon, Mo. – 402-350-3447 21 Show-Me Select Replacement Heifer Sale – Joplin Regional Stockyards, Carthage, Mo. – 417-466-3102 22 The Great American Pie Sale – Lebanon, Mo. – 402-350-3447 22 Spur Ranch Female Sale – Vinita, Okla. – 918-256-5850 or 918-244-2118

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Sam 417-328-9137 Chase 417-399-1904 Chance 417-298-1751 Jack Ostermann Estate Auction April 3rd • 9:30 a.m. • 1038 MO-13 • Deepwater, Mo. Tom Bamert Estate Auction April 10th • 10 a.m. • County Rd. 277 • Pittsburg, Mo. Jeff & Terry Barclay Farmland Auction April 17th • 10 a.m. • 83 State Rd. HH • Urbana, Mo.

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Articles inside

Youth in Agriculture features Alyssa Love

Soil needs proper care to be productive

The art and practice of efficiency

Julie Turner-Crawford – Keep meat “in

Former hotel is more than a museum

A healthy herd is a profitable herd

Jerry Crownover – Staying close to home