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MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS 7 Building a herd with Beefmasters
FFA members attend conference: Several FFA members from the Ozarks were invited to attended the annual Missouri FFA’s Helping Youth Prepare for Excellence (HYPE) Academy, which is sponsored by Missouri Corn. Designed to grow agricultural advocates, the conference prepared students to communicate, lead and advocate while gaining strategies and strengthening their knowledge on agriculture issues. Students from the Ozarks who attended were: Ashton Baker and Halle Roper of Carl Junction; Gerrit Bouwer and Hannah Wheeler of Osceola; Elizabeth Carter of Everton; Logan Fullerton of Bolivar; Cole Melton and Grace Miller of Walnut Grove; and Drew Ryan Smith of Appleton City.
Budding agronomist receives fellowship: Taylor Young, a master’s student in plant science at Missouri State University in Springfield, Mo., received the 2017 Frank D. Keim Graduate Fellowship from the American Society of Agronomy. The annual awards are presented for outstanding contributions to agronomy through education, national and international service and research.
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Wantland crowned: Ellie Wantland, the daughter of Jeff and LeeAnn Wantland of Niangua, Mo., was recently crown the National Guernsey Princess at the National Guernsey Convention, which was held June 27-July 1 in Saratoga Spring, NY.
Hutter participates in academy: Twenty students from five states gathered on the Kansas State University campus June 14-17 to gain livestock industry knowledge and develop leadership skills as part of the ninth annual K-State Animal Sciences Leadership Academy (KASLA). Hosted by the K-State Department of Animal Sciences and Industry and sponsored by the Livestock and Meat Industry Council, the academy’s goal is to develop young leaders within the livestock industry and prepare them for a successful future in this field. Hayes Hutter of Springfield, Mo., was the lone Missouri student to attend the academy.
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St. Clair County, Mo., native answers the call to serve Town & Country features Jennifer Main Hancock Farms changes direction
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few years ago, my wife and I seriously considered revonmoving worC yrrour eJ yB cattle operation to Wyoming. We had both fallen in love with the Jerry Crownover farms beauty of that state and had found in Lawrence County. He the people to be as great as the area, but I didn’t is a former professor of want to be that guy. You know…the guy that Agriculture Education at moves in and doesn’t know how to farm like the Missouri State University, locals, and becomes the main topic of conversaand is an author and tion at the coffee shop. Well… professional speaker. Phil purchased a farm here about three years To contact Jerry, go to ago. He relocated from another country halfway ozarksfn.com and click around the world, owns a small manufacturing on ‘Contact Us.’ plant in a nearby town, is married to a medical doctor, and by all accounts is very successful. But, more than anything else, Phil wants to be a farmer. He recently bought my old square baler and on the day I delivered it, I told him that I would come over and teach him how to use it the first time, when he had hay ready to bale. He was appreciative of the offer, but he assured me that the engineer that worked for his company could figure things out without bothering me. “Unless your engineer has operated a square baler, before,” I told him, “you better call me before you start baling.” My phone rang at 7 p.m., one evening last week. It was Phil, and he and his engineer were ready to start baling. When I drove up a few minutes later, I saw the tractor and baler parked in the middle of the field, with cattle and horses milling around the machine and throughout the field. I informed him that he should probably keep the animals out of the hayfield until it was baled and in the barn. As a matter of fact, I had to shoo away two horses that were licking on the knotters as I tried to clear them of debris. — Continued on Page 5
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just a thought Across the Fence Continued from Previous Page towns, have no knowledge of agriculture, so there’s no better group to spread their false information and misconceptions to. Groups like PETA, People of the Ethical Treatment of Animals, worked for decades to get circus animals out of the ring, and they have succeeded, so it’s just a matter of time before they try to do the same thing at livestock shows. The horse industry has been fighting the battle for decades, and rodeos are also a growing target. PETA actually has a guide on how to become an animal-rights activist. I browsed through it and it’s an interesting read. The 16-page document tells would-be-activists to “blend in” with their target group, includes a suggested script to follow when asked a question, and instructions not to be combative or argumentative with those who oppose their viewpoint. I think that last point has been forgotten by a few of those folks. There are also specific guidelines and scripts to address animal agriculture, including how cattle and other livestock should be compared to dogs and cats. PETA’s guide also tells their recruits to smile while they protest. I don’t know about everyone else, but I really don’t think I want to see a lot of people covered with fake blood smiling at me as I walk or drive by... Kind of gives me the willies just thinking about it.
Life Is Simple Continued from Page 3 I felt the hay in the windrow and instantly knew that the hay was not nearly dry enough to bale at that point, and thusly informed Phil that he needed to wait another day (or maybe two) before it could be safely baled. “But it’s supposed to rain tomorrow,” Phil protested. “I know, but it will rot in the barn if you try to bale it while it’s this damp,” I responded. At this point, I should explain that Phil’s limited understanding of English is exceeded only by my inability to speak proper English. Therefore, we communicated a lot by gestures, pantomimes and pointing. I think he finally understood, but he was adamant that we bale at least a couple of bales for him and his engiJULY 24, 2017
What the document leaves out is that PETA actually advocates against no-kill shelters, and it’s leadership advocates for liberating all animals, even your child’s dog. I’m still waiting to hear if the organization ever sent aid to any to the animals impacted by wildfires and other natural disasters this spring. I’m hopeful fair season in the Ozarks will be a quite one and the animal rights groups will decide it’s too hot outside to confront hard-working livestock producers and farmers. The only advice I can offer to producers who participate in fairs and shows is to remind children to seek out a trusted adult when approached by someone asking questions. Adults should be prepared to present a factual rebuttal to comments, and be an advocate for agriculture. Farmers and ranchers should actually take page out of PETA’s own “book.” Don’t react with anger or sarcasm, tone down your body language and ask them if they would really like to discuss the issue. PETA says that gives you the moral high ground in the eyes of others and leads to excellent conversations, even with seemingly obnoxious people.
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the different traits offered by the three breeds that make up the Beefmaster. Jerad and Brandi Gentry hope their children, “I think if you have just a single trait Nova and McCoy will be involved in showing you will sacrifice a trait for something cattle in the future. else,” Jerad explained. Beefmaster are also know for a docile Photo by Jaylynn Meyers disposition and that was very important to the Gentrys, who wish to share their Jerad hopes to eventually generate more across Texas County, primarily near Houslove of cattle farming with their chil- of his own bulls and become a big player in ton, Mo. For the past three years, they dren, Nova, 7, and McCoy, 2. the breed, and to be known for seedstock have participated in the Precision Program “I like the temperament (of the Beef- for other breeders and their programs. through MFA, where soil samples are takmasters),” Brandi commented. “I want the best cattle I can get and the en, analyzed for content and then, based on Gentry Family Farm runs approximate- best way to do that is to do it myself,” the findings, specific minerals and nutrients ly 250 commercial head and 35 registered he said. are rationed out to each area of land. Beefmaster, with 11 additional BeefmasThis year was also the first year GenSince participating in the program, Jerad ter bulls. They acquired the bull Rydin try Family Farms opted to take some of has seen a drastic increase in hay quality Easy in 2015. The bull was the 2015 their Beefmaster steers to a feedlot ob- and yields. Normally, Jerad will put up beHouston Junior Champion Bull and 2015 tain carcass data. Jerad wanted to see if tween 500 to 600 round bales annually. National Beefmaster Bull Senior Cham- the Beefmaster bloodline was increasing Jerad is no stranger to the trials of farmpion. the quality of the meat of his cattle. ing. His grandfather, Dean Gentry, also Jerad does AI using all regShowing Beefmaster was another raised cattle, and it is his land Jerad acistered Beefmaster bulls, but reason for his selection of the breed. quired to continue his dream after his this year he also experimented Jerad, who began showing steers grandfather passed away. Whether he is at with embryo transfer, hoping in his teens, would like to see his daytime job of being a site supervisor at to increase their registered stock his children do the same, but his family’s construction business or out in Houston, Mo. numbers. Despite the higher cost, do it with cattle they raised. the fields with his cattle, he’s happy. he believes it is the fastest way to The Gentrys run stock “I don’t know no different,” he said increase his registered numbers. on approximately 650 acres with a smile.
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A strong work ethic, sense of humor, and a desire to learn the farrier trade are collective traits of the students attending Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. Rain or shine, the students are perfecting the art of forging steel and learning the proper method of trimming and shoeing horses. Chris Gregory, owner and instructor at Heartland, has been a farrier since 1987 and has been teaching the trade since he was 23 years old. Chris Gregory, center, critiques a horseshoe When Chris moved for Jesse Huff and Ethan Wright at the to Missouri in 1994, he Heartland Horseshoeing School in Lamar, Mo. founded Heartland Horseshoeing School. Chris, along with his wife, Kelly and their children, Cody and Kirsty GregHeartland does not have an admission ory, and Cameron and Jacquelyn Whetten, policy, but all students must be strong all play an instructional role in the school. enough to do the work and mentally “Cody is the best farrier of all of us. He tough enough to handle the situations has been the national champion in the they encounter during the course. World Championship Blacksmithing When students arrive at Heartland, they Association,” Chris said. receive their own creative nickname. A There are 25 schools similar to Heartland sense of humor is a must since their first in the United States. The rigorous, hands- names are rarely used throughout the course. on instruction, curriculum and state-ofThe courses offered include an eightthe-art facilities attract both domestic and week Practical Farrier Course, an intense international students. 16-week Advanced Farrier Course, “We have some of the best and a comprehensive 24-week Jourstudents because we don’t neyman Farrier Course. All courses do any recruiting. All of these are rigorous and taught at a people are here because their graduate level. dad is a farrier, or they have Lamar, Mo. “Eight weeks is really short been in the industry, or someto learn it, but it is enough one sent them here. It is a very to start doing it as a living,” select group of students.” Chris remarked.
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Students at Heartland Horseshoeing School come from a variety of backgrounds. Each student spends more than 40 hours a week working with horses.
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Alvin and Lexia Dryer continue the farm established by Alvin’s grandparents in 1904 Alvin and Lexia Dryer sat on their front porch taking in the serenity of warm country breeze and quiet as they gazed across old milk barns and fields of freshly baled hay. Alvin’s grandparents, Frank and Martha, could have been seen doing the same thing more than 100 years ago.
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Frank and Martha purchased 76 acres of land in rural Dallas County, Mo., in 1904, making that portion of the Dryer property a Century Farm, a designation from the University of Missouri-Extension in honor of 100 years or more of continuous family ownership. As the years went by, the farm and fam-
ily grew. Frank left 80 acres to each of his children, including Alvin’s father George. George and his wife Bessie carried on the farming tradition, raising dairy cattle and eight children – the youngest of which was Alvin. Farming is a full-time job, but Alvin recalls relaxed Sunday afternoons in the company of good neigh-
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ozarks roots As Alvin’s seven siblings went to school or started their own families, Alvin chose to stay with his father to help on the farm and never left. “This place is all I’ve ever known.” said Alvin, and he loves it. Today, Alvin and Lexia still reside in the home he grew up in, making the property even more special. From his seat on the porch, Alvin points to the front yard and reminisces of a season so dry he played marbles in the dirt instead of mowing the grass. Fluctuating weather, particularly drought, is one of the most difficult things about farming. In the course of a century, the Dyer farm has seen its fair share of inclemency, most recently a tornado in 2003 and ice storm in 2007. Such obstacles were even more challenging as the Dryers did not rely on hired hands, but managed the farm themselves along with their daughter, Theresa. Alvin continued to raise dairy cattle, milking by hand twice a day. “We always said milk cows were like another marriage,” Alvin and Lexia joked. Indeed, with as many as 50 bottle calves at once, the cattle required daily attention and lots of work. In 2009, Alvin and Lexia decided to retire from dairy farming and take up the slightly less demanding beef cattle. They continue to enjoy farm life, going to work with the sun instead of reporting to the milk barn at 4 a.m. Alvin and Lexia make the third generation of Dryers to work the farmland, and are honored to claim the Century Farm distinction. Through the good times and bad, they are grateful to have been able to carry on the legacy started so long ago. The property lies alongside two county lines and across the road from another. The original 76-acre farm now expands into Polk, Hickory and Dallas counties. “We like to joke with people that we live so far out that we have to go over to the next county to get our mail, when really it’s just across the road.” Alvin said with a chuckle. Alvin and Lexia take little credit, contributing the success of their family’s farm to the hard work of the older generations. Through the changing of times, the Dryers like to preserve as much of that hard work as they can. With the old milk barns standing in new tin, the Dyer farm continues to stand the test of time. JULY 24, 2017
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Owners: Forrest Kendall (pictured at right) and Keith Newton (pictured at left) Location: Mansfield, Mo. History: Forrest Kendall and his son-in-law, Keith Newton purchased the business four years ago. “At the time, we were both mechanics working for someone else so we decided to give this a try,” Forrest explained. “After four years, I can say, we’re still here. Every day is different. You just never know what may come in. The best part, of course, is being your own boss and sometimes, that is the worst part, too but really there is nothing too bad about all of it.” Products and Services: “We do everything related to tractors, haying and other farm equipment. It is probably easier to say what we don’t do than what we do,” Forrest continued. “Keith is a certified John Deere mechanic, but we work on all makes and models, as well as anything related to mufflers and exhaust systems. We do it all in house. We don’t go out into the field and we don’t do tires. We contract that out with someone else so we can certainly help you with a tire problem, but somebody else covers that for us. “Probably the hardest part is getting parts for tractors and equipment not made in the United States. We are seeing more and more off-brand and foreign made stuff.” “Hay season can get pretty busy around here,” Keith added. He would know as he and his wife, LeAnn, also farm 200 acres, which they use to cut hay and raise 26 head of commercial beef cattle. “You don’t expect to get rich in this business, but we keep the bills paid and I do like the part about being our own boss,” Forrest said. “My wife, Rhonda, and I live on my deer hunting property,” Forrest concluded with a laugh. “We keep it pretty simply around here, open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed on Saturday and Sunday. We still do all handwritten receipts. We’ll probably get around to doing it on computers one of these days but when we do, I’ll have to hire somebody else to run that. It sure won’t be me. For now, it’s all working out well.”
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Answering the Call to Serve By Malia Mount
Garrett Hawkins heads to Jefferson City, Mo., and the Missouri Department of Agriculture Some folks never find their true regulations. Given that all of my family calling in life. Some wonder is involved in production agriculture, I from this project to that, never took my responsibilities very seriously, really feeling passionate about because the issues I worked on everyday anything particular. On the other also affected my family.” Garrett grew up in Appleton City, Mo., hand, once in a while a couple like Garrett and Jennifer Hawkins comes along. with siblings Kara and Eric. His parents, They are clear and focused on their Jimmy and Anita Hawkins, as well as excalling to be a strong united voice for tended family, raised beef cattle, hay, soyagriculture and to ensure that the tradi- beans, wheat and seed crops. “Like so many in agriculture, everytions of Missouri Agriculture continue for, not only their own children, but all thing on the farm was a family affair,” Garrett said, from putting up hay to putfarm and ranch families. In the spring of 2017, Garrett was ap- ting up sweet corn. Also, like most who grow up on the famproached to join the Missouri Department of Agriculture team as deputy di- ily farm, Garrett had the opportunity to rector. He said it was one of the hardest learn from the generations before him. career decisions he has ever had to make. He recalled how his grandpa Jim Hawkins “Jennifer and I took it from the perspec- loved picking up fescue on the John Deere tive of…rooted in prayer, when God calls 45 combine and the many memories of you answer,” Garrett said. “The future is days working cattle. The lessons from famalways uncertain, but there is a tremen- ily didn’t stop as Garrett developed his dous opportunity for Missouri agriculture skills and status as an advocate of agriculand I wanted to be a part of making our ture. Garrett will never forget Sunday afternoons sitting around the kitchen table industry and state stronger.” Prior to his new appointment from with extended family debating issues with Gov. Eric Greitens and Director of Ag- his grandpa Warren Stephan. “He would remind me to remember riculture Chris Chinn, Garrett served as the Missouri Farm Bureau Director of where I came from and I carried that with me as I traveled to Washington National Legislative Programs. He says he was a “home-grown” staff D.C., to be a strong voice for the farmers member at MFB. Beginning during his and ranchers of this state,” Garrett said. Garrett has looked to several professiontime at Missouri State University (formally knows as Southwest Missouri State), al mentors, as well, including: Dr. Anson Garrett has been involved in every pro- Elliott, retired Missouri State University gram MFB offered, serving as one of two Darr School of Agriculture director; Dan youth ambassadors in 2000 and as the or- Cassidy, MFB Chief Administrative Officer; former MFB President Charlie Kruse; ganization’s legislative intern in 2001. “It’s been a ride during the past 15 and current MFB President Blake Hurst. Garrett said the greatest lessons years working on ag policy,” have come in seeing how each of he said. “I have had the them interact with others. chance to work with farm “They all have a passion for and ranch families in every serving others and are known county in this state and the for doing the right thing even opportunity to work on issues Appleton when making a decision that impact people’s lives, from City, Mo. may not be the popular one. crop insurance to taxes, to They have the character health care, to environmental JULY 24, 2017
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Answering the Call to Serve Continued from Previous Page a commercial beef cattle operation. Jennifer says she enjoyed growing up outside and recalls that the most important family decisions were always made with discussions either in the milking parlor or in the feed room. Beginning at a very young age, Jennifer began taking an active role in the dairy farm from getting up at 4:30 a.m. to help with milking and bottle calves to taking charge of the paperwork for the herd. “Mom was a school teacher so our whole lives revolved around farm, church and school,” Jennifer recalled. In February 2016, Garrett and Jennifer knew God was leading them back to the farm. Jennifer said she wanted a place where they felt at home. Opportunities presented themselves for the transition back to the Hawkins family farm. Garrett continues to work in Jefferson City; balancing family and work is a team effort with Jennifer. Although work demands limit physical work on the farm, Garrett and Jennifer have taken on a supportive role to Garrett’s parents and siblings. Together, they are asking themselves “what does the farm look like five years from now?” Garrett said it is time to be involved in the process and it is important to be here to be involved. One of the most important aspects of being involved is to allow the three Hawkins children, Adelyn (8), Colton (5) and Tate (2), to have the opportunities that their parents had to learn the values of hard work and commitment that agriculture provides. Jennifer said she is frequently asked how she and her family are adjusting to life in the small town. She described the “pure joy” she has seen in her children as they are able to ride their bikes and participate in life on the farm. Adelyn constantly asks, “Are you happy, Mom? Because, I sure am!” When asked about the greatest challenges on the horizon, Garrett responded: “Stepping into the role of deputy director there is a steep learning curve. I am learning day to day the operations of the department and managing my time so that I am meeting the needs of employ-
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ees and serving the governor and Director Chinn to the best of my abilities. “From a department leadership standpoint, I am most excited about working with Director Chinn and our team of 300 employees to figure out how we do a better job of serving, not only farmers and ranchers, but every Missourian impacted by our services when they pull up to the pump to put gas in the truck, purchase steaks at the meat counter, drive across the scale with a load of wheat, or weigh a bag of apples at the grocery store. From a policy standpoint, the biggest challenge for agriculture continues to be communicating what we do, how we do it, and ultimately how it benefits consumers. From a farm economy standpoint, continued low prices are taking a toll, particularly on those in the beginning years of their farming career. We also have to get a handle on the impact of recent floods and figure out how we can cooperate with federal and industry partners to help our farmers and ranchers recover. “With challenge comes opportunities and there are farmers and ranchers in every county in this state that are optimistic about the future and are ready to work hard to make a difference. Director Chinn and I, with every action, will be guided by the question ‘have we moved the needle?’ Are we making a difference in the lives of those we serve? That will be the metric to determine if we have been successful.” When asked what advice he would give to others who want to advocate on behalf of agriculture, Garrett shared: “You have to be involved, step up and be unashamed when speaking up about the importance of agriculture. Be willing to work with others, not just with fellow like-minded individuals, but willing to form partnerships that can help move agriculture forward, your community forward and the state forward. “Be a life-long learner, not just learning the issues, but learn the perspectives of others. When I work with young people to help them become ‘agvocates.’ I use the ‘learn, connect, share’ model. Learning issues and perspectives comes through listening. Find that common ground to form connections and build the bridge. Then you can share the story of agriculture. It’s really that simple.” JULY 24, 2017
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slaughter
market sales reports
bulls
beef
(Week of 7/9/17 to 7/15/17) Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava
74.00-106.50
Joplin Regional Stockyards
78.50-101.00 † 7 80.00-105.00* 8
Mid Missouri Stockyards
87.00-95.00 †
MO-KAN Livestock Auction
68.00-103.50*
Ozarks Regional Stockyard
dairy
78.00-98.25 †
South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna
60
80
slaughter
100
120
140
cows
(Week of 7/9/17 to 7/15/17)
57.00-79.50*
Buffalo Livestock Market
51.00-77.00 †
Douglas County Livestock Auction
52.00-79.00 †
Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba
50.00-84.00 †
Joplin Regional Stockyards
57.00-81.50 †
Kingsville Livestock Auction
55.00-79.00*
Mid Missouri Stockyards
60.25-75.00 †
MO-KAN Livestock Auction
30.00-87.00 †
Ozarks Regional
45.00-73.75 †
South Central Regional Stockyardss
50.50-86.50 †
Springfield Livestock Marketing
0
20
40
60
cow/calf
80
100
120
pairs
(Week of 7/9/17 to 7/15/17)
1200.00-1560.00*
Buffalo Livestock Market Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava
1400.00-1675.00* None Reported †
MO-KAN Livestock Market - Butler
900.00-1800.00 †
Ozarks Regional Stockyardd
None Reported
South Central Regional Stockyards - Vienna
1150
1650
replacement
2150
Prices reported per cwt
1000.00-1200.00*
Douglas County Livestock Auction - Ava Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba
None Reported † 1200.00-1275.00 †
Joplin Regional Stockyards
825.00-1625.00 †
Kingsville Livestock Auction
1000.00-1625.00 †
Mid Missouri Stockyards
800.00-1800.00 †
South Central Regional Stockyards
1020.00-1210.00 †
Heifers, Med. & Lg. 1
605.00-1410.00 †
Springfield Livestockk
1050
1550
300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs. 300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs.
None Reported †
Ozarks Regional Stockyard
Steers, Med. & Lg. 1
Holsteins, Lg. 3
1200.00-1350.00*
MO-KAN Livestock Auction - Butler
16 16
2650
cows
(Week of 7/9/17 to 7/15/17)
550
Ava Douglas County† 7/13/17
†
1025.00-1450.00 †
Buffalo Livestock Market
7/6/17
Buffalo, Mo. • Buffalo Livestock Market
2050
2550
300-400 lbs. 400-500 lbs. 500-600 lbs. 600-700 lbs. 700-800 lbs.
Buffalo Livestock Auction* 7/15/17
Butler Mo-Kan Livestock† 7/13/17
Cuba Interstate Regional† 7/11/17
6/27/17
Receipts: 985 SHEEP: Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1 2-3 20-29 lbs 235.00. Medium and Large 1-2 1-3 18-39 lbs 140.00-167.50. Medium and Large 2-3 20-33 lbs 110.00-120.00. Slaughter wool lambs: Choice 2-3 72-76 lbs 149.00170.00. Slaughter Hair Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3 48-75 lbs 170.00-180.00; 80-97 lbs 152.00-162.50. Good 1-3 45-78 lbs 150.00-165.00; 85-97 lbs 135.00-148.00. A few families of hair ewes with songle or twin lambs Medium and Large 1-2 175.00-210.00 Per Family. Bred Replacement Hair Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2 155.00-160.00 Per Head; 80-146 lbs 122.50-140.00. Slaughter wool Ewes: Utility-Good 1-2 115-155 lbs 70.00-74.00. Slaughter Hair Ewes: Good 2-3 65-100 lbs 100.00112.00. Utility 1-2 59-135 lbs 57.50-72.50. Slaughter Rams: Good 2-3 91-125 lbs 120.00-130.00. Slaughter Hair Rams: Utility 1-2 140-175 lbs 77.5-85.00. Feeder Kids: Selection 1 30-35 lbs 265.00-280.00. Selec-
stocker & feeder
1125.00-1850.00 †
Mid Missouri Stockyards
Springfield Livestock Marketingg
goats
Receipts: 2007 SHEEP: Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2 mostly hair some wool 20-45 lbs 180.00-230.00, Medium and Large 2 20-45 lbs 170.00-190.00. Slaughter Lambs: Wool Choice and Prime 2-3 55-120 lbs 175.00-182.50, Good and Choice 1-3 60-100 lbs 150.00-172.50. Hair lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2 50-85 lbs 180.00195.00. Good 2-3 50-90 lbs 160.00-182.50. Replacement Ewes: Hair Medium and Large 1-2 80-125 lbs 145.00-165.00. few 160.00-185.00 and some very light 50-70 lbs pkgs 200.00-220.00 lot 23 head 325.00, Medium and Large 2 85-115 lbs 120.00-150.00. Slaughter Ewes: Wool, Good and Choice 1-3 90-130 lbs 67.50-75.00, Utility-Good 2-3 100-150 lbs 55.00-67.50. Slaughter Hair Ewes: Good and Choice 1-3 90-160 lbs 75.00-95.00, Utility and Good 1-2 75-150 lbs 60.0070.00. Rams: 120-175 lbs 75.00-80.00, few lower quality 42.5050.00; 200-310 lbs 60.00-75.00. GOATS: Bottle Babies: Selection 1-3 few 17.50-55.00 mostly 37.50-42.50 per head.
950.00-1625.00 † 9
Kingsville Livestock Auction
50
sheep &
Diamond, Mo. • TS Whites Sheep and Goat Sale
Feeder kids: Selection 1 20-40 lbs 250.00-270.00; Several small pkgs of replacement does 310.00-325.00 with on outstanding at 370.00 Selection 2 20-40 lbs 170.00245.00; few pkgs of replacement does 230.00-265.00. pygmy or dairy cross 150.00-200.00, Selection 3 20-40 lbs 150.00-180.00; pygmy or dairy cross 105.00-140.00. Slaughter Kids: Selection 1 40-60 lbs 250.00-270.00 pkg of does 305.00. 60-75 lbs 235.00-265.00. 75-95 lbs few 190.00-210.00. Selection 2 40-60 lbs 210.00-250.00; few does 250.00-260.00; pygmy or dairy cross 160.00-220.00. 60-70 lbs 220.00-237.50. Selection 3 40-65 lbs 195.00215.00 several does 215.00-235.00; pygmy or dairy cross 135.00-180.00. few Families with single kids. Selection 1-2 180.00-200.00 per family. Selection 2-3 100.00150.00 per family. Replacement Does: Selection 1-2 60-140 lbs 180.00190.00 few 190.00-230.00, Selection 3 70-125 lbs several dairy and pygmy 110.00-150.00. Slaughter Does: Selection 1 75-150 lbs 135.00-160.00. Selection 2 55-130 lbs 110.00-130.00. Selection 3 50145 lbs 75.00-120.00. Bucks: Selection 1-2 75-100 lbs 180.00-225.00, 100-195 lbs 120.00-150.00, Selection 2-3 80-100 lbs 140.00155.00, 100-175 lbs 100.00-137.50.
None Reported †
Joplin Regional Stockyards
650
6/27/17
Receipts: 535 Springer Heifers Bred Seven to Nine Months: Supreme 1325.00-1450.00, Jersey 1290.00-1500.00, Red and White daughter of Advent 3600.00, Approved 1075.00-1250.00, Individual Crossbred 1150.00, Medium 1000.00-1025.00, Common 750.00-850.00, Individual Crossbred 675.00, Individual Jersey 685.00. Heifers Bred Four to Six Months: Supreme 1250.001525.00, Outstanding Individual 2200.00, Jersey 1350.00-1650.00, Approved 1100.00-1235.00, Crossbred 1210.00-1220.00, Individual Jersey 1185.00, Medium 935.00-1050.00, Crossbred 925.00-1050.00, Jerseys 820.00-975.00, Ind. Brown Swiss 900.00, Common 460.00-800.00, Individual Jersey 700.00. Heifers Bred One to Three Months: Supreme 1225.001275.00, Jerseys 1275.00-1575.00, Approved 1075.001125.00, Crossbreds 970.00-1030.00, Medium 850.00900.00, Common 710.00-735.00, Individual Crossbred 700.00, Pair Jerseys 410.00. Open heifers: Approved Pkg 4 hd 278 lbs 460.00, Individual 355 lb Jersey 510.00, 442-480 lbs Pkg 10 hd 600.00, Ind. Crossbred 570.00, Pair Jerseys 670.00, Individual 615 lb Crossbred 630.00, 769-778 lbs Pkg 6 hd 950.00, Pkg 6 hd Crossbreds 880.00, Pkg 6 hd 800 lbs 990.00, Medium 220-243 lbs Pair 250.00-290.00, Pkg 3 hd Crossbreds 245.00, 338-370 lbs Crossbreds 295.00-385.00, 420-445 lbs 350.00-375.00, Crossbreds 400.00-440.00, 512-560 lbs 470.00-600.00, Crossbreds 440.00-450.00, 621-695 lbs 450.00-670.00, Ind. Crossbred 680.00, Individual 765 lbs 650.00, 845-890 lbs 790.00-900.00, Ind. Crossbred 900.00.
Fresh Milking Heifers and Cows: Supreme 1350.001700.00, Jerseys 1400.00-1500.00, Pair Crossbreds 1325.00, Approved 1200.00-1375.00, Crossbreds 1125.00-1225.00, Individual Jersey 1075.00, Medium 925.00-1200.00, Crossbreds 875.00-950.00, Jerseys 850.00-900.00, Common 700.00-900.00, Individual Jersey 750.00. Bred and Springer Cows: Supreme 1375.00-1525.00, Jerseys 1425.00-1675.00, Approved 1225.00-1350.00, Individual Jersey 1300.00, Medium 1075.00-1100.00, Jerseys 875.00-950.00, Common 635.00-725.00. Baby Calves: Holstein Heifers 320.00-420.00, Holstein Bulls Large 190.00-280.00, Small 130.00-150.00, Jersey Heifers 210.00-350.00, Jersey Bulls 50.00-55.00, Crossbred Heifers 225.00-275.00, Crossbred Bulls Large 165.00-220.00, Small 110.00-140.00, Beef Cross Heifers 225.00-280.00, Beef Cross Bulls 240.00-300.00.
None Reported †
Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba
150
cattle
Springfield, Mo. • Springfield Livestock Marketing Center
76.00-105.50 † 7
Springfield Livestock Marketing Center
40
†
77.00-108.00 †
Kingsville Livestock Auction
7/16/17
5 Area (Tx-Ok, Ks, Neb, Ia, Colo) Live Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 117.00-121.50; wtd. avg. price 119.19. Heifers: 115.00-120.00; wtd. avg. price 119.66. Dressed Basis Sales - Over 80% Choice Steers: 188.00-195.50; wtd. avg. price 189.98. Heifers: 187.00-190.00; wtd. avg. price 189.47.
86.00-105.00 †
Interstate Regional Stockyards - Cuba
20
Midwest - High Plains Direct Slaughter Cattle
79.00-106.00*
Buffalo Livestock Market
cattle
prices
Joplin Regional Stockyards† 7/10/17
Kingsville Livestock Auction† 7/11/17
Mid Missouri Stockyards* 7/13/17
1,160
912
307
986
5,088
1,525
1,417
St-3 Higher
3-6 Higher
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Steady
Uneven
St-5 Lower
2-4 Higher
180.00-186.00 166.00 152.50-161.50 147.00-156.50 -----
175.00-192.00 166.00-177.00 159.00-172.00 153.00-160.00 143.00-151.50
----164.50-178.00 158.00-169.00 149.00 137.50-145.00
188.00 157.00-168.00 152.50-166.25 140.00-156.00 139.75-142.75
174.00-210.00 157.00-180.00 153.00-170.00 139.00-156.00 138.00-155.00
----167.50 158.00-175.25 155.25-169.00 153.25-167.75
175.00-190.00 162.00-181.00 155.00-168.00 147.00-161.00 142.00-150.00
80.00 ----79.00-90.00 ---------
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90.00-105.00 85.00-95.00 85.00-93.00 84.00-90.00 83.00-88.00
170.00 140.00-155.00 140.00-146.00 132.00-144.50 126.00-134.00
154.00-163.00 151.00-162.00 130.00-155.00 137.00-146.00 134.00-138.00
----140.00-154.00 138.00-152.00 133.00-139.25 129.00-131.50
----152.50-161.00 145.00-152.75 134.00-146.25 129.00
158.00 154.00-165.00 140.00-157.00 133.00-155.00 130.50-138.00
165.0 159.00-165.00 143.75-159.50 136.10-162.50 140.50-150.85
155.00-170.00 147.00-167.00 140.00-158.00 132.00-142.00 129.00-135.00
USDA Reported * Independently Reported
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USDA Reported * Independently Reported
es: Good 2-3 65-100 lbs 100.0059-135 lbs 57.50-72.50. Good 2-3 91-125 lbs 120.00-130.00. ms: Utility 1-2 140-175 lbs 77.5-85.00. tion 1 30-35 lbs 265.00-280.00. Selec-
7/18/17
Estimated Receipts: 502 Supply and demand are light to moderate. Compared to Monday’s close: barrows and gilts steady to 1.00 higher. Base carcass meat price: 81.00-82.00. Sows (cash prices): Steady to 3.00 higher. 300-500 lbs. 48.00-58.00. Over 500 lbs. 52.00-62.00.
rices
Kingsville Livestock Auction† 7/11/17
Mid Missouri Stockyards* 7/13/17
Springfield Livestock Marketing† 7/12/17
Vienna South Central† 7/12/17
West Plains Ozarks Regional† 7/11/17
1,525
1,417
1,410
398
3,322
St-5 Lower
2-4 Higher
St-4 Lower
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2-7 Lower
----167.50 58.00-175.25 55.25-169.00 53.25-167.75
175.00-190.00 162.00-181.00 155.00-168.00 147.00-161.00 142.00-150.00
----157.50-175.00 148.00-159.00 141.50-156.50 138.50-144.50
----164.00-177.00 151.00-168.00 156.25-159.00 148.00-155.25
176.00 162.00-165.00 152.00-168.00 145.00-157.50 138.50-145.00
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90.00-105.00 85.00-95.00 85.00-93.00 84.00-90.00 83.00-88.00
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165.0 59.00-165.00 43.75-159.50 36.10-162.50 40.50-150.85
155.00-170.00 147.00-167.00 140.00-158.00 132.00-142.00 129.00-135.00
158.00 138.00 134.50-142.00 129.00-139.50 130.00-142.00
163.00 ----147.25-154.00 134.75-149.75 -----
150.00-159.00 140.00-149.00 135.00-152.50 131.00-139.50 132.50
Soybeans 18 15 12 9 6
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9.81
9.69
5.89 5.51 5.13
5.48
5.81
3.80
3.74
9.85
9.30
3.54
5.32 3.65
9.18
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Cuba Vienna
Joplin West Plains
heifers 550-600 LBS. Ava Kingsville
Butler Springfield
162.08
166.93 168.06 155.58
144.75 151.87 144.74 139.43 154.94
171.86 138.51
159.70 155.59
139.88
162.50 157.79 164.68 169.31 153.87
150.49 145.50 149.15 152.98 140.76 148.00
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155.01 160.83 162.16 158.04 165.78 154.07
138.00 148.75 143.99 154.79 134.50
154.11
5.15 4.70
Joplin West Plains
144.27 Week of 6/18/17
Week of 6/18/17
Cuba Vienna
139.89
156.08
Week Ended 7/14/17 Soft Wheat Corn Sorghum* * Price per cwt
Butler Springfield
153.00
avg. grain prices
3
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7/14/17
The weather made no doubts summer is in full force in the state this week. Triple digit heat indexes and plenty of breeze is drying out the soil in a hurry. Some scattered showers have given temporary relief to some areas but nothing wide spread by any means. Hay movement is light, supplies are moderate, demand is light and prices are steady. The Missouri Department of Agriculture has a hay directory available for both buyers and sellers. To be listed, or for a directory visit http://mda.mo.gov/abd/haydirectory/ 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 price listed as round bales based generally on 5x6 bales with weights of approximately 1200-1500 lbs). Supreme quality Alfalfa (RFV <185): 170.00-220.00. Premium quality Alfalfa (RFV 170-180): 150.00-180.00. Good quality Alfalfa (RFV 150-170): 120.00-160.00. Small squares 4.50-5.00 per bale. Fair quality Alfalfa (RFV 130-150): 100.00-120.00. Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 75.00-100.00. Small squares 3.00-4.50 per bale (some alfalfa/grass mix). Fair to Good quality Mixed Grass hay: 50.00-80.00. Small squares 2.50-3.50 per bale. Fair quality Mixed Grass hay: 20.00-30.00 per large round bale. Fair to Good quality Bromegrass: 50.00-80.00. Wheat straw: 3.00-5.00 per small square bale.
Ava Kingsville
Week of 6/25/17
Interior Missouri Direct Hogs
hay & grain markets
Mo. Weekly Hay Summary
steers 550-600 LBS.
Week of 7/2/17
mbs: Choice and Prime 2-3 48-75 80-97 lbs 152.00-162.50. Good 1-3 65.00; 85-97 lbs 135.00-148.00. A few s with songle or twin lambs Medium 00-210.00 Per Family. Hair Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2 Head; 80-146 lbs 122.50-140.00. wes: Utility-Good 1-2 115-155 lbs
7/14/17
Receipts: 8,272 Weaner pigs steady to 2.00 higher. Feeder pigs no sales reported. Supply moderate to heavy and demand moderate. (Prices Per Head.) Early weaned pigs 10 lb. base weights, FOB the farm 0% negotiated, 3950 head, 10 lbs, 35.00-36.00, weighted average 35.37. Early weaned pigs 10 lb base weights, Delivered 100% negotiated, 4322 head, 10 lbs, 27.00-31.00, weighted average 29.78. Feeder pigs in all lot sizes, FOB 0% negotiated, No Sales Reported. Feeder pigs in all lot sizes, Delivered 100% negotiated, No Sales Reported. *Early weaned pigs are under 19 days old. **Most lots of feeder pigs have a sliding value from the negotiated weight basis which is calculated on the actual average weight of the load plus or minus .25-.40 per pound. Some early weaned lots have a slide of .501.00 per pound.
$145
Week of 7/9/17
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CHEESE: Barrels closed at $ 1.4750 and 40# blocks at $ 1,6750. The weekly average for barrels is $ 1.4330 (+.0667) and blocks, $ 1.6250 (+.0819). FLUID MILK: Eastern milk production is decreasing, as is Midwest milk production. California milk production is down, reflecting heat stressed cows. Arizona milk output is down, but readily available for processing needs. In New Mexico, production is steady to higher, while steady in the Pacific Northwest. Manufacturers in Idaho, Utah and Colorado report lower milk production. Cream multiples for various uses range from 1.20 to 1.35 in the East, 1.20 to 1.30 in the Midwest, and 1.15 to 1.18 in the West. SPOT PRICES OF CLASS II CREAM: $ PER POUND BUTTERFAT, F.O.B., producing plants, Upper Midwest $3.1343-3.3955.
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: Selection 1-2 60-140 lbs 180.00230.00, Selection 3 70-125 lbs several 0.00-150.00. election 1 75-150 lbs 135.00-160.00. 0 lbs 110.00-130.00. Selection 3 5000. -2 75-100 lbs 180.00-225.00, 100-195 Selection 2-3 80-100 lbs 140.00s 100.00-137.50.
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tion 2 25-38 lbs 174.00-180.00. Selection 3 28-35 lbs 130.00-155.00. Slaughter Kids: Selection 1 48-60 lbs 250.00-265.00; 85-105 lbs 165.00-180.00. Selection 2 40-45 lbs 200.00215.00; 65-79 lbs 130.00-157.50. Selection 3 40-67 lbs 162.50-185.00. Slaughter Does: Selection 1 73-105 lbs 160.00-180.00. Selection 2 65-140 lbs 112.00-130.00. Selection 3 40-130 lbs 70.00-90.00. Slaughter Bucks: Selection 1 95-140 lbs 150.00-172.50. Selection 3 60-130 lbs 115.00-117.50.
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550-600 lb. steers
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tion 1 20-40 lbs 250.00-270.00; Several ement does 310.00-325.00 with on 00 Selection 2 20-40 lbs 170.00replacement does 230.00-265.00. s 150.00-200.00, Selection 3 20-40 lbs my or dairy cross 105.00-140.00. lection 1 40-60 lbs 250.00-270.00 pkg 75 lbs 235.00-265.00. 75-95 lbs few ection 2 40-60 lbs 210.00-250.00; few 0; pygmy or dairy cross 160.00-220.00. 37.50. Selection 3 40-65 lbs 195.00215.00-235.00; pygmy or dairy cross Families with single kids. Selection per family. Selection 2-3 100.00-
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Hancock Farms Changes Course By Cheryl Kepes
Matthew and Taryon Hancock sold their dairy cows to begin a custom fieldwork business After years of running a dairy farm in Bois D’Arc, Mo., Matthew and Taryon Hancock determined they needed a change. In February 2017, they took a leap of faith and sold all their milk cows. This wasn’t a rash decision, rather, a calculated and planned shift for their family. “The main thing with getting out of the dairy business was the fact of not having to be tied down seven days a week,” Matthew Hancock explained. The Hancocks wanted more time with their teenage daughters, Emma, age 15, and Alyssa, age 13. “Our kids are both to the age where if we don’t get to the point that we can do something with them, that time is going to be over,” Matthew said. The Hancocks now devote their time solely to their business that provides custom agricultural services. Though they spent many hours budgeting and preparing for the change, the Hancocks admit they miss the financial consistency of the dairy. “It’s a hard thing to go from having a milk check every two weeks, even if it is not much, you still know it is coming,” Matthew said. “Now we are at the mercy of whoever needs something done. It is still a little terrifying at times,” he added. Fortunately, the custom work has been steady. When asked what agricultural services Hancock Farms offers, Matthew replied, “Most anything – really. We do quite a bit of no-till drilling for people and custom hay.” And that is just the beginning. Hancock Farms offers fertilizer and lime application. The Hancocks also provide custom spraying to deter weeds and pests from taking over farmland. Their custom hay business includes round and square bales. Some of their clients prefer for the Hancocks to completely take care of their hay needs. “We do everything from cutting it, to putting it in the barn for them,” Matthew said. The custom agricultural services busi-
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Matthew and Taryon Hancock opted to sell their dairy herd and start a new agribusiness so they could spend more time with their children.
ness requires the Hancocks to own and chinery in working order. maintain a variety of large equipment. “Remember the propane tractor we The Hancocks have discovered it makes had for awhile?” Taryon asked Matthew, business sense for them to use newer smiling at the thought. “You would try equipment as opposed to trying to main- to rake with it and it smelled because it tain older machinery. was open station.” “We try to keep modern, reliable equipThey both laughed and then Taryon ment, so that when we have the oppor- added, “We have come a long way in the tunity to get to the field, and last few years. All cab tractors now. it’s not raining or someWe are kind of spoiled I guess.” thing, we can know that The mild winter allowed the Hanwe are going to get the job cocks to stay busy with their done,” Matthew said. custom services for farmers. The The couple remembers many Bois D’Arc, Mo. Hancocks had many customyears of spending countless ers who needed lime applied hours and loads of cash in an to their fields to improve the effort to keep their aging masoil quality. Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com
Hancock Farms owns a floater truck that can distribute 300 to 500 tons of lime a day. In addition, their floater truck can spread fertilizer on 500 acres a day. Matthew is currently working on obtaining a custom applicators license through the Missouri Department of Agriculture in order to do more custom spraying for clients. The Hancocks are now in the middle of their busiest season. In the months ahead, they will plant, maintain and harvest 300 acres of soybeans. In addition, they will cut, rake, and roll as many as 4,000 round bales of hay. “We pretty much live on the tractor during hay season,” Matthew remarked. But that is just the beginning. Hancock Farms bales 70 acres of their own alfalfa and custom bales alfalfa for other customers. They also care for a small herd of commercial beef cows and around 25 dairy heifers. Their workload grows exponentially in the summer months. The Hancocks employ two to three workers in the summer to help. It is not uncommon for Matthew and Taryon to work 80 hours a week in the height of hay season. And just when one might think the Hancocks could not stack another job on their plate, you must add community involvement to the mix. Matthew serves on the Ash Grove School District Board of Education, Taryon works in food services for Ash Grove Schools, and they both are active members of their church. Not to mention they are raising two teenage girls, which is why they chose to get out of the dairy business in the first place. Matthew and Taryon agree only time will tell if their new business venture will give them the freedom they were looking for – regardless, they plan to savor every moment of every day.
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Starting From Scratch By Julie Turner-Crawford
The Morris family started their own grass-fed farm on property that sat idle for decades
improve your fertility once it’s established.” Despite the rugged terrain, the family implement a multi-paddock, rotational system for their livestock. Cattle are rotated every day or two, depending on pasture conditions, and goats are rotated weekly. “The girls are able to move them,” Josh said of his daughters, Isabel and Nicole. “We really like the intensive management and have really bought into that whole practice, but it’s not like what you see in the videos. We have a lot of funny shaped fields and things; it can be a challenge.” Because goats and cattle typically graze on different types of plants and grasses, they complement one another. “The land really dictated what we could do,” Josh said. “When we first got here, we tried everything; chickens and bees, which we still have on a small scale, and we even
Chiara added being able to provide the After a 16-year career in the U.S. Army, Josh Morris and his food they raised for their family has been wife Chiara had a plan – a plan her greatest reward. “I really enjoy being able to share a to become farmers, but they weren’t sure where they wanted table and say that everything came from the farm,” she said. to put down roots. Because they were new to agriculture, After considering their options, which included starting a farm in Chiara’s na- Josh and Chiara reached out to agencies tive Italy, the couple chose to start their such as the Natural Resource Conservation operation from scratch on 40 acres in Service and the Missouri Department of Phelps County, Mo., that had been idle Photo by Julie Turner-Crawford for decades. That was in 2009, and today the family still owns the original property, now dubbed Cold Spring Farm, and has access to an adjoining 120 acres Josh’s parents, Alan and Susan Morris, purchased in 2011, as well as 60 leased acres. “While I was in the military, I visited like 25 countries and I felt like it would be nice to come back home, and this is pretty close,” Josh, a native of southern Illinois, said. “We strongly considered Italy, but there aren’t the farming opportunities there like there are here. There are so many farming opportunities for small farms and entry-level farmers here.” “In Italy, if you don’t get it from the family, it’s really impossible to farm,” Chiara said. Cold Water Farm is home a grass-fed cattle operation comprised of registered White Park, commercial black Angus Josh and Chiara Morris, pictured with their daughters Isabel (9) and and a handful of Belted Galloways, as Nicole (13), and son Brenner (10 months), started Cold Spring Farm in well as 60 registered and commercial 2009. After three years of raising bison, they switched to cattle and goats. Boer goats. The Morrises have about 40 head of cattle, with the majority consistConservation for advice, and took advan- had bison for three years. We just felt that ing of the commercial Angus herd. After his years in the military, Josh said tage of cost-share programs for fencing, and on a larger scale, this type of environment the installation of waterers and hydrants. is really made for these types of animals. You he, like many other veter“We learned a tremendous amount in can’t really put a till into the ground on this ans, still wanted to contribgrazing school,” Josh said. “Not hav- property, but you can grow some great grass.” ute in some way. Pastures are primarily native grasses, ing that background, we learned “If you can do sustainable what the mechanics are of man- but the Morris family overseeds with farming, that’s what the world Rolla, Mo. agement intensive grazing and clover and sericea lespedeza. needs; people who are actually “I don’t think pastures should look like how you really can get more going to be stewards of the land out of your land, and even in- lawns,” Josh said. “We really thought we and give to future generations,” crease your stocking rates and would be able to get by with smaller areas Josh said. Ozarks Farm & Neighbor • www.ozarksfn.com
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meet your neighbors for the cattle, but we learned they eat a lot and that’s where the leases have helped. On our property, they really help us take care of the land by eating the grass and depositing the manure, but keeping the leases has been critical in allowing us to keep our cattle.” Thanks to the rotational system and the incorporation of diatomaceous earth and lobelia into cattle mineral, Josh said they have been able to eliminate the need for chemical worming. “In the winter, it would be really easy to get lazy and not rotate them, but we move them and keep them up on the ridge, where it is a little dryer,” Josh said. On the goat side of the operation, the family has opted to closely monitor each individual goat and treat individually, if a problem observed is with parasites. “We are with out animals everyday,” Josh said. “The cattle have been so easy, but with the goats, it seems like if you don’t catch a problem right away, you will lose it.” Because there are both registered and commercial herds, Josh said Cold Spring Farm is able to cater to a variety of needs for their customers. “Breeding management is really something we focus on because we want to provide breeding stock for people who want a grass-fed cattle operation,” Josh explained. “It was really hard for us starting out to get that type of cattle. It’s really easy to get bulls that are being fed out and that look great, but they are dependent on that feed. Around here, we have so much grass, we want to utilize that.” Josh said they selected the White Park and Belted Galloway breeds because of their ability to convert grass into pounds, and the incorporation of Angus into the mix has brought heavier muscled cattle. “Most of our calves are straight Angus, but we’ve got a little Brangus in there with some of our cows,” Josh explained. “We’ve really had some tremendous hybrid vigor with our Angus and Galloway cross calves. The White Park are almost as big as the Angus, but they are great for people who are wanting a small herd and want to be close to that herd. We’ve also sold some grass-fed White Park steers and can get them up to about 900 pounds in about two years or 26 months. For a grass-fed heritage breed, that isn’t bad. We keep them purebred because it’s really a totally different customer base than for the black cattle.” JULY 24, 2017
Josh added that any crossbreeding in the commercial herds produces a calf with a tremendous amount of growth and hybrid vigor that is needed for a grass operation. “We want to help other people get started with grass-fed cattle, and with our cattle, their rumen is already adjusted to that forage only diet,” Josh said. “We want to develop our own grass-based breed, sort of.” As for the goats, some of they family’s best customers are youth livestock show exhibitors. “We mainly market our goats for breeding stock, but not everything is going to be suitable for breeding stock, so those will go into the meat market. I really think the quality is about the same, but that registered animal is going to have a higher price tag. We also want people to know that goats from here are ready to go to work for them. They aren’t just sitting at a feed trough all day, waiting for feed.” While the cattle are grass fed, the goats do receive a mixed non-GMO ration, which is obtained from a neighbor who buys feed in bulk. The goal of the family is to obtain an organic certification for their farm. They are currently following organic practices, but because there is no hayable acreage they have to purchase hay for the winter months. While the farm continues to develop, the family’s knowledge of agriculture continues to evolve. Josh and Chiara said they have learned many valuable lessons since starting Cold Spring Farm. “It was like drinking from a fire hose; it all came at once,” Josh said. While it’s the 21st Century, the Morris family feels as if they are pioneers. “I think the hardest part was bringing the farm back to life, plus building a house and being off grid,” Chiara said. “There’s lots of long days.” Friends and family are very supportive of their farming operation, and love to come visit Cold Spring Farm. Chiara’s father has a sort of connection with the farm. “When he was little, he had goats and remembers rising all of their own food,” Chiara said. “He likes the kids having the same experiences when they are little, just like he did. We like what we do and when you wake up in the morning it’s nice to know that we are going to make this place better. It might not ever be finished, but we know we are working on it everyday.” Serving More Than 34,000 Readers Across Southwest Missouri
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Roman Ray
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Age: 14 Hometown: Shell Knob, Mo. Parents: Rick and Rachel Ray; and grandparents, Ricky and Lanetta Ray. What his your involvement in agriculture: “I’m
involved in my family farm, where I help run fence, feed and work cows. Being outside and working with the cows is my favorite part about living on a farm.”
What else do you enjoy about living on a farm? “You are never
bored is you live on a farm. There is always something going on and something to do, and you never know what is going to happen from one day to the next.”
What are your plans for the future? Do they involve agriculture in some way? “I always want to be involved agriculture and working on the farm. I hope to have beef cattle of my own when I get older, and I hope to have some Angus and Angus-cross commercial cattle. I would also like to learn more about hay production and maybe grow more hay.”
Who has been your biggest influence and why? “The person who has been my
biggest influence has been my grandpa, Ricky Ray. We are always helping him on the farm, especially the spring and summer. He has always said you need to have some kind of farm, even a small farm, because even when times are tough, if you have a farm of some kind, you will always have food.”
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Protecting Yourself
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By Kathy Daily
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t’s finally summer and that big – or little – construction project is on the horizon. You’ve received bids from several contractors and you think you are ready to get started. Then you start hearing horror stories from family and friends about their experiences with contractors. In turn, you start worrying about how to protect yourself. Don’t let this happen to you. As an agricultural lender that has financed quite a few construction projects in the past, I’ve compiled a list of tips that can help protect you:
1. Written contract
No matter how well you know the contractor or how good their references are get a written contract. At minimum, the contract should include the following: n Legal names and addresses of both parties n Detailed description of the work to be performed, type and grade of materials that will be used, and if material cost is included in the contract price n Who will obtain necessary building permits and insurance n List of any subcontractors that will be used and what they will be doing n Total project price and agreed upon progress payments on completion of each stage n Project begin date and expected completion date n Who is authorized to make changes to the project on the behalf of both parties n Document that all changes must be in writing and approved by both parties n Require that all workers, including employees of contractors and subcontractors, will be bonded and insured n Clearly state how disputes will be handled JULY 24, 2017
Kathy Daily is the Senior Vice President of First Financial Bank’s Farm and Ranch Division. She has been an agricultural lender for over 25 years.
n Contract should be signed and dated by both parties n Have building plans attached n Both parties should initial/sign and date each page of the contract and any attachments
2. Be present and aware
Being knowledgeable is one of your best defenses. n Know who is on your property and who they work for every day. This will ensure that if a new subcontractor shows up, you know about it. n Also, be cognizant of materials that are moved from your farm and taken elsewhere. n If possible, be around when building inspectors show up so you hear firsthand issues or problems that the inspector uncovers.
3. Lien Waivers
This is a simple tool that can protect you in a big way. A lien waiver is a document that you have the contractor and subcontractors sign when payment is made to ensure nothing else is owed to them at that point. Example: Your contractor hires an electrician and he finishes installing the electric. The contractor then wants the money to pay the electrician. A this time, you would have both the electrician and the contractor sign a lien waiver stating that he has been paid in full. This prevents the contractor from collecting from you and never paying the electrician. Without lien waivers, the subcontractors can file a mechanics lien on your property for non-payment.
4. Insurance
Notify your hazard insurance carrier prior to starting construction to confirm that the building is insured during the construction period. You may have to purchase a different policy, or add it onto your existing policy, but you want to be sure you have coverage. Once labor has begun, you will be liable for the work that has been performed and you will have assets at risk once you make the first payment. Insure your investment from theft, fire, and weather related losses.
5. References
Get a list of references and call them. If possible, go see the work done for those references. Often people will tell you more in person than they would on the phone. There are a lot of good reputable builders out there, but by the time you find out that your contractor is not reputable, it is usually too late. Reputable builders and contractors will recommend that you take steps to protect yourself. If they discourage you from taking these steps, there is probably a reason.
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Summertime Pasture Management By Klaire Howerton
Keeping a watchful eye on pasture condition and growth is key Summer in the Ozarks means grazing is in full swing. Anybody driving through a rural area will most likely see herds of cattle and other livestock grazing on fields of bright green grasses and other forages. As picture perfect and seemingly simplistic as this image is, it takes the producer quite a bit of work and management to keep up on the aforementioned scene – it’s not as simple as turn the cows out and leave. It requires a summer pasture management plan, which can be created with the help of your local agronomy and forage specialists. Monitor Your Grass: The first step in your summer pasture management plan should be regular monitoring pastures. Make it part of your chores to check grass growth – keeping track of this will help prevent overgrazing. “Producers should always monitor their pasture growth, especially if we have hot, dry weather,” advised Jill Scheidt, agronomy specialist for the Barton County University of Missouri Extension. But just what do you monitor for? Scheidt went on to explain that producers “can follow the three leaf or take half, leave half rule. Always make sure the grass has three living leaves or no more than half of the grass the cattle started with gets grazed off.” Be Mindful of Root Growth: You can’t have good grass without good root growth. Properly monitoring pastures and not overgrazing will ensure a solid root system. Remember the take half, leave half rule. “Root growth reduces if pastures are grazed harder than this,” said Scheidt. “If grass is grazed lower than 3- to 4-inches root growth will stop completely until the plant has recovered. Root growth is especially important during the summer as roots search for moisture and nutrients in the soil. If roots are unable to grow deeper, they will not be able to find water deeper in the soil profile for the plant.” Clip Where Needed: While some pastures are grazed enough to keep the grass from getting too tall and going to seed, those with small numbers of livestock, may need to clip
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pastures in the summer to ensure superior quality grass for animals. “It is a good idea to clip stems and heads if grass becomes too tall in order to preserve higher quality,” Scheidt advised. “As fescue matures, quality is reduced because cells have more lignin and cellulose. Higher quality is found in the leaves, so the more leaf-material, the better-quality pasture.” Clipping can also aid in fighting summer fescue toxicity problems. “If pastures are in KY31 fescue, clipping pastures can reduce negative effects of fescue toxicosis like reduced weight gain, reduce milk production and reduced conception rates,” said Jill. Consider the Stocking Rate: “Every pasture has a carrying capacity, which is the number of animals an area of land can support on a long-term basis without causing damage to the ecosystem. Setting a stocking rate that exceeds the carrying capacity will result in over grazing,” said Rob Cook, Noble Research Institute Pasture and Range consultant. “Simply put, if you are continuously grazing and your pastures are too short, you are over stocked. If you are using rotational grazing, rotating properly and your pastures are too short, you are over stocked. Remember that forage production for each pasture will vary based on rainfall, temperature and past management. This means a stocking rate cannot be set and forgotten. The rate must change to match current conditions. It must be flexible, not only from year to year but also throughout the year.” Avoid Overgrazing: Overgrazing damages the forages and the soil, prevents the livestock from having superior quality forage, and can create higher production costs for the producer. “If pastures become overgrazed, undesirable plants will take advantage of bare spots in the pasture. Not only is the amount of quality forage reduced, but the number of acres it takes to sustain livestock will increase, thus decreasing stocking rate. If pastures are overgrazed, producers may have to start utilizing stored hay sooner than expected and run the risk of low winter feed reserves,” cautioned Scheidt.
“We have South Poll cattle, and they are pretty heat tolerant, but I rotate my pastures often so they have plenty to eat, and if their bellies are full they don’t have to spend as much time grazing and can lay in the shade.”
“We always try to provide proper mineralization, taking into account the stress that the animals are experiencing. We mix a good salt, iodine, copper and selenium, which top our list in this area and have the added benefit of dealing with the issues of fescue endophytes as well.”
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