UW Extension urges ranchers to track hay and watch for weeds during post-fire recovery Page 5
Proper packing of bagged silage provides best results Page 7
Test your ag knowledge in this month’s crossword puzzle Page 9
New program leaders announced by UW Extension Page 16
As of Sept. 17, the La Bonte Fire was 3,482 acres in size with 12% containment. The fire was first reported on Sept. 12, burning in steep, rugged terrain approximately six miles west of Esterbrook and 20 miles south of Douglas on Bureau of Land Management and private lands. Firefighting resources include two fire modules, seven hand crews, eight smokejumpers, 10 engines, four helicopters and two dozers assigned to the fire, with approximately 200 personnel. Suppression efforts will continue. For more information, visit inciweb.wildfire. gov/incident-information/ wyhpd-la-bonte-fire
To inform the U.S. about readiness and response to the ongoing highly pathogenic avian influenza A outbreak, the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine will host a virtual public listening session on Sept. 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The public session will feature perspectives from stakeholders on potential research priorities for the virus. Members of the public are invited to participate. For more information, visit events.nationalacademies.org
The 33rd Annual National No-Tillage Conference will be held at the Louisville Marriott Downtown Hotel in Louisville, Ky. on Jan 7-10, 2025. The public is invited to attend the event to discover all of the resources, information and networking opportunities needed to get their no-till operation off to a good start in 2025. For more information or to register, visit no-tillfarmer.com
Five Rivers Cattle Feeding summer of 2025 internship applications are now live. Individuals interested in hands-on, leadership-based learning and gaining knowledge about cattle feeding are invited to apply. For more information or to apply, visit 5rcattle.hrmdirect.com
The Joint Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources Committee held a meeting at the Bomber Mountain Civic Center in Buffalo on Sept. 10-11.
During the second day, discussions included updates on temporary water use, meat inspection issues, the range-
land health assessment program and Wyoming wildfire funds.
Temporary water use update
To begin, Wyoming State Engineer Brandon Gebhart commented briefly on the preferred language use in draft bill 25LSO-0099.5, temporary water use agreements amendments.
PH Livestock, a South-Central Wyoming cattle ranch owned and operated by the Niels and John Hansen families, was one of three honorees recognized at an awards luncheon held during the 56th Annual Public Lands Council (PLC) Meeting in Grand Junction, Colo. on Sept. 18.
“We could not achieve our goals without a lot of cooperation and collaboration, and each year PLC is proud to partner with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) to recognize ranchers doing outstanding stewardship work and making outside investments on their land,” stated PLC President Mark Roeber.
Katie Stevens, acting deputy assistant director for the BLM Planning and Resources Directorate, explained the cosponsored Rangeland Stewardship and Innovation Awards are presented annually to recognize the innovation, stewardship and hard work of grazing permittees and other collaborative teams involved in rangeland management.
“This is the 19th year nominations have been considered for these awards, which recognize the innovation and cooperation needed to restore and protect the American West,” Stevens said. “We appreciate the exemplary stewardship accomplishments of the awardees and all of our partners leading efforts to support locally-led and locally-designed conservation.”
PH Livestock
PH Livestock received the agencies’ 2024 Rangeland Innovation Award-Permittee Category for enacting outcome-based grazing principles on seven allotments and
The temporary water use agreements were amended twice during the 2024 legislative session. The amended bill passed the Senate but failed to pass the House Agriculture, State and Public Lands and Water Resources Committee.
Public Lands Council meets for yearly gathering on
Members of the Public Lands Council (PLC) assembled in Grand Junction, Colo. for the agency’s 56th annual meeting Sept. 17-19.
The three-day event included committee meetings, informational programming, educational workshops, agency updates, an awards luncheon and multiple networking opportunities. Opening remarks
To begin, PLC President Mark Roeber welcomed attendees to his home state of Colorado.
He shared, over the last four years, PLC has seen massive regulatory changes creating new difficulties for public lands grazing permittees, with the past year presenting its own host of challenges as well.
“Protecting grazing and supporting a future where grazing can be sustainable
Sept. 17-19. WYLR photo
During the week beginning Sept. 9, both Wyoming and Montana held their respective state ram sales, offering some of the best genetics in the West.
96th Wyoming State Ram Sale
The 96th Wyoming State Ram Sale was held on Sept. 9-10 at the Wyoming State Fairgrounds in Douglas, preceded by a free reception the day before.
The sale offered 311 rams, selling 252 head for an average of $999 per head and grossing a total of $251,625.
Ninety-two of the 252 head sold were Rambouillet rams, which averaged $1,060 per head, while 53 head of Targhee rams averaged $1,037 and 29 Suffolk rams sold for an average of $1,017 per head.
AFBF survey reveals insight into the future of ag
For over 40 years, the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) has asked the Democratic and Republican presidential nominees to respond to a survey identifying their stance on topics affecting farmers, ranchers and rural communities.
On Sept. 12, AFBF released the unedited survey responses of Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, provided by their campaign teams.
The 14-question survey covered food system resiliency, regulatory reform, international trade, sustainability, energy and biotechnology.
“The challenges facing America’s farmers and ranchers continue to mount, from falling commodity prices to stubbornly high supply costs,” says AFBF President Zippy Duvall. “The next president will set the agenda for trade, regulatory reform, labor and sustainability.”
He notes it is important to know where presidential candidates stand on issues affecting the vibrancy of Wyoming communities.
Food systems and farmer resiliency Each candidate was
Additionally, 30 head of SuffolkHampshire cross lambs averaged $1,035, while 20 head of crossbred yearlings averaged $805 per head.
Borcher Sheep Company and the Von Krosigk family donated a ewe and a brand to raise money for the Wyoming Wool Growers Association. The brand brought $1,000, and the ewe was sold for $850. JD Atkinson also donated two livestock guardian puppies to raise money for Wyoming ranches affected by recent fires.
11th Annual Montana Ewe Sale
On Sept. 11-12, the Montana Wool Growers Association (MWGA) hosted their annual Montana Ram and Ewe Sale
Our general election is almost here, and the rhetoric is growing by the minute. Politicians are promising everything under the sun to buy more votes, but no one is saying anything about the national debt.
At times in past general elections, the debt has been one of the major topics, along with new taxes.
We remember George H.W. Bush running for a second term after he promised “no new taxes” during his first term as president. For some reason –whether it was the debt or not – he did raise taxes, and he lost the election to Bill Clinton. Everyone took taxes and spending very seriously.
These days, it seems the government simply prints more money and the debt keeps rising, but nobody wants to talk about it. There is discussion we shouldn’t worry about a high national debt, but experts say there are some common misconceptions about what the growing debt means.
Our national debt has now grown over $35 trillion, a huge figure that has never been reached before. Thanks to frenzied spending after the pandemic and costly programs initiated by the president and Congress, the debt load could easily top $50 trillion in 10 years.
The U.S. needs to pay interest on the debt and the principal on maturing government bonds. Higher interest rates will not help. Some economists say debt servicing costs could rise dramatically in coming years where U.S. interest payments on the debt could go over $13 trillion over the course of the next 10 years.
I’m concerned with the economics of our country. I think we are spending way too much money to pay for student loans, programs we don’t need, immigrant issues and expensive programs to entice voters.
The indicators economists use to measure how the country’s economy is doing is the Gross Domestic Product. This comprehensive measure of U.S. economic activity calculates the value of the final goods produced in the U.S. without double counting the intermediate goods and services used to produce them. It comes out every three months.
Congress will try again to pass a spending bill and all of the add-ons that go with it. Another item they have to decide on is to raise or adjust the debt ceiling. Raising the debt ceiling will give Congress more money to spend. With a really close majority, no action may bring on a government shutdown, then at the last minute they could kick the can down the road and vote on a continuing resolution where the dollars would stay the same over a length of time.
Since 1960, Congress has increased the ceiling 78 times, most recently in 2021. I cannot find evidence of where the ceiling has ever been lowered.
Congress can also choose to suspend the debt ceiling or temporarily allow the U.S. Treasury to supersede the debt limit, rather than raise it by a specific amount. This move was rare during the first 90 years of the ceiling’s existence. Congress has suspended the debt limit eight times since 2013, most recently in June 2023.
So here we are getting ready to vote, and we really have had no discussion over the national debt or saving dollars.
There are many reasons to pass the farm bill this year. Prices for corn, soybeans and other commodities have fallen well below producers’ breakeven point; over 100 million birds –including turkeys, broilers and layers – have been infected by bird flu since 2022 and net farm income is estimated to fall by $10.2 billion this year alone.
Inflation also remains a painful tax on our farmers, who already face unnecessary and punitive red tape like Waters of the U.S. and looming expirations on important pro-growth tax provisions in 2025.
All in all, our farmers and producers need Congress to pass the farm bill as soon as possible to deliver relief and certainty to our agricultural community.
Agricultural trade deficit
The newest development underscoring the urgent need to pass the farm bill is the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) latest Outlook for U.S. Agriculture Trade.
According to this report, our agricultural trade deficit is projected to reach nearly $43 billion for Fiscal Year 2025.
Soybean and corn exports are estimated to fall by $1.5 billion and $900 million, respectively, while beef exports are expected to drop by $1 billion.
This projection is far worse than USDA anticipated for Fiscal Year 2024, when our agricultural trade deficit was approximated to reach $30 bil-
By U.S. Rep. Randy Feenstra
lion, which at the time was only the third instance the nation registered a deficit since 2000.
Thanks to the Biden-Harris administration’s failure to negotiate new trade agreements and hold our trading partners – especially China – accountable for unlawful and unfair tactics, we can expect a fourth year of an agricultural trade deficit.
Funding for ag programs
In May, more than 110 days ago, Republicans on the House Agriculture Committee did our job and passed the farm bill with support from four of our Democratic colleagues.
In addition to strengthening crop insurance, increasing reference prices and investing in agriculture education, our farm bill includes measures to help us close our agricultural trade deficit, open new export markets for American agriculture and build demand for our commodities.
First, we doubled funding for the Market Access Program and the Foreign Market Development Program to establish export markets and build higher demand for American agricultural commodities across the world.
These programs – administered through USDA – have the goal of promoting agricultural products in every corner of the globe so we can compete with countries like Brazil and Argentina which are filling the vacuum created by the Biden-Harris administra-
tion’s total lack of export development and trade policy.
Every dollar invested in these initiatives is well worthwhile, helping producers realize $24 in added value for every one dollar invested.
The FRIDGE Act
Second, as the result of my travels across Iowa’s Fourth District and discussions with producers and agribusinesses, I discovered a major barrier to opening new export markets is the shelf life of perishable goods.
Beef, pork, turkey, chicken and other products requiring cold temperatures to prevent spoiling have a significant disadvantage in global markets.
This is why I introduced the Fortifying Refrigeration Infrastructure and Developing Global Exports (FRIDGE) Act, which is included in the farm bill.
This legislation would help build refrigeration infrastructure and make port improvements both domestically and internationally to support the global distribution of perishable American meats and other commodities.
It would also give our country a leg up on other nations as we look to solidify long-term and profitable growth in the agriculture industry through more trading access points and mutual agreements.
Animal health and economic security
Third, our farm bill invests in preventative and response measures to
Please see DEFICIT on page 4
The University of Wyoming (UW) has opened registration for its Third Annual High Altitude Bull Test and Sale. The program offers bull producers the opportunity to collect data on individual bull performance and offers a venue for producers to market bulls which have undergone pulmonary arterial pressure (PAP) testing.
Testing is conducted at the UW Laramie Research and Extension Center (LREC), located at an elevation of 7,200 feet. Bulls in the test are evaluated for their risk for pulmonary hypertension using PAP tests.
In addition to PAP testing, bulls undergo breeding soundness exams, carcass ultrasounds and feed efficiency tests, including feed to gain, residual feed intake and average daily gain.
Any breed of bull may be consigned, including both registered and commercial or unregistered bulls. The test accepts yearlings and two-year-old bulls. Producers may each consign up to 10 bulls.
To consign bulls to the High Altitude Bull Sale, visit bit. ly/UWBullTestEntry
Entries close on Oct. 25, and bulls must be delivered to LREC Nov. 4-8. Entry fees for each bull are due upon arrival. Additional costs for feed, testing and yardage must be paid by the end of the test.
The first 45 days of the test are a screening period to test the bull’s fitness to survive at high altitude. Bulls whose initial PAP tests indicate they can withstand high altitudes stay in the test and undergo further assessments, including feed efficiency tests.
Bulls remaining in the test will be sold at the 2024-25 High Altitude Bull Sale and Field Day, which will be held at LREC on March 21. The field day is free and open to the public. For those interested in buying bulls, online and phone bidding will be available.
In addition to providing a venue for producers to evaluate and sell their bulls, the High Altitude Bull Test and Sale gives students hands-on experience in bull production.
To learn more about the High Altitude Bull Test and Sale, visit uwyo.edu/anisci/outreach or contact Shelby Rosasco at srosasco@uwyo.edu or 307-766-2329.
The Wyoming Natural Resource Foundation (WNRF) has selected Delsie McCrystal, a student at the University of Wyoming (UW), as this year’s recipient of the Gary Beach Scholarship.
McCrystal is majoring in environmental and natural resources and environmental systems science at UWʼs Haub School of Environment and Natural Resources at UW. According to her application, McCrystal plans to pursue a career in the scientific field of environment and natural resources, specifically with a government agency such as the Wyoming Game and Fish Department upon graduation.
Currently, she is working at UW examining zooplankton in the alpine and plains lakes in the Laramie area.
McCrystal attended several community colleges –Central Wyoming College, Central Oregon Community College and Casper College – before ultimately transferring to UW to continue her education.
In addition to her studies, McCrystal has a passion for outdoor recreation and protecting the environment.
The Gary Beach Scholarship was created in 2006 by WNRF in honor of Gary Beach, a longtime employee of the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality. Beach was instrumental in working with local conservation districts to establish a grassroots driven watershed planning effort to address Wyoming’s impaired waters. Thanks to the generosity of Beach’s family, the scholarship has been continued.
The WNRF offered this $1,650 Gary Beach Memorial Scholarship to UW students enrolled at junior status or higher. Students studying natural resource management or related fields were encouraged to apply, and students planning to live and work in Wyoming after graduation were given preference during selection.
For more information, visit wynaturalresourcefoundation.com
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal Plant and Health Inspection Service Center for Animal Welfare invites the public to attend the Avian Enrichment Welfare Symposium held on Nov. 19-20.
This virtual event will focus on enrichment and environmental enhancement for a wide range of avian species in human care.
Presentations will cover topics including avian intelligence; types of enrichment for specific groups; how to develop, implement and assess enrichment plans; reviewing the USDA inspection processes at avian facilities and veterinary aspects of avian enrichment.
This symposium is intended for a broad audience, including animal caretakers, educators, breeders, animal health professionals, students and anyone interested in avian enrichment and behavioral welfare of birds.
This event is entirely free.
For more information, visit aphis.usda.gov/animalcare/caw
University of Missouri (Mizzou) researchers are working to develop the first-ever vaccine proven to protect cattle from a devastating tick-borne cattle disease known as bovine anaplasmosis.
Bovine anaplasmosis infects the red blood cells of cattle and causes hundreds of millions of dollars in economic losses nationwide each year and nearly $1 billion in losses worldwide, primarily due to reduced cattle production, treatment costs and deaths.
Roman Ganta, a McKee endowed professor in Mizzou’s College of Veterinary Medicine and a Bond Life Sciences Center researcher, led the study to create the new vaccine. The work involved genetically modifying the pathogen Anaplasma marginale, which causes bovine anaplasmosis, in a lab.
By deleting a specific gene and then injecting the modified pathogen into cattle, the vaccinated cattle were successfully immunized against the disease.
Ganta said the new vaccine has been proven to give immunized cattle protection against bovine anaplasmosis for at least a month, and he and his team are eager to conduct additional research to determine how long the genetically-modified pathogen can provide immunity for cattle.
Ganta is also collaborating with industry partners to discuss future distribution of the new vaccine, which has been patented, to cattle producers.
Applications for the initial round of funding through the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) Wildfire Relief Fund should be submitted between Sept. 15 and Oct. 10. Notification of action on these funding requests together with payments in approved amounts will be provided no later than Oct. 25. Depending on available funds, a second application period may be announced after Oct. 15.
Application forms are available on the WSGA website at wysga.org/ or by calling the WSGA office at 307-638-3942. Completed applications should be sent to WSGA via mail at PO Box 206, Cheyenne, WY 82003 or via e-mail to susan@ wysga.org.
For additional information or questions, contact Jim Magagna at 307-638-3942 or jim@wysga.org.
nearly one-quarter of a million acres of private, public and state lands.
The Hansen family works closely with Cheryl Newberry and the Rawlins Field Office, who nominated them for the award, to collaboratively manage their rangeland resources.
“I have been working with the Hansen family in this area for almost 30 years, and everyone in their family has played a vital role in the success of their operation and amazing stewardship of the land,” said Newberry.
Newberry noted she has worked with the Hansens to implement projects on the ground, monitor results and make adaptive changes. More recently, the collaborative effort has utilized drones, game cameras and unconventional fencing materials to streamline everyday operations, while saving time and money.
“I am honored to work with the Hansen family for all of these years, and I could not think of a better recipient for this award,”
she concluded. Niels thanked Newberry and the Rawlins Field Office. He also expressed his shock for receiving the honor, stating, “With what so many other ranchers in the industry are doing, I didn’t expect this. Thank you all very much.”
Fitzgerald Ranches
Stevens presented the 2024 Rangeland Stewardship Award-Permittee Category to Fitzgerald Ranches, owned and operated by the Fitzgerald family in Plush, Ore., who were nominated by the BLM Lakeview Field Office and also participated in BLM’s outcome-based grazing initiative.
Lakeview Field Office
District Manager Todd Forbes said, “I want to applaud the Fitzgerald Ranch for their innovation in this outcome-based grazing project. They have worked incredibly hard and have proved resilience and sustainability of the grazing system on their allotments. The flexibility granted by outcome-based grazing has allowed them to use real-time
responses to meet both of our shared objectives,”
“Congratulations to the Fitzgerald Ranch for this outstanding achievement,” he added.
Upon receiving the award, a representative of the family said, “On behalf of the Fitzgerald Ranch, we would like to thank the Oregon-Washington BLM for this nomination. We appreciate the opportunity to participate in the outcome-based grazing project, and the outcome-based grazing module was especially valuable during the drought, as it allowed us to maximize useful rangeland conditions.”
The Fitzgerald family plans to continue “maintaining and improving the rangeland, as well as harmonious and mutually satisfactory relationships with public, private, environmental and governmental agencies.”
Ranchers Stewardship Alliance
The third award presented during the luncheon – the 2024 Rangeland Stewardship Award-Collaborative Team Category – was given to the Ranchers Stewardship Alliance (RSA), a ranch-
Q Creek 290 Mx Strs, 750-850#, Complete Vac, NHTC Verified thru IM Global Flock Ranches 200 Blk Strs, 850-900#, Complete Vac. Program, Coming off grass
related nonprofit in Malta, Mont. dedicated to improving the quality of life in rural communities through collaborative conservation, rancher education and local community outreach.
RSA Director and Treasurer Vicki Olson made the trek south to accept the award.
“It is my privilege to be here today to represent the RSA,” Olson stated.
“We are the caretakers of so many things – the grass, the soil, the livestock and the wildlife, which make us a very valuable piece of the puzzle,” she continued. We are passionate about what we do, and collaborating with the conservation community has given us a space to ensure what we are doing is right for every part of the landscape.”
“Thank you for the opportunity to foster understanding and for giving us a platform to show our good work,” concluded Olson. “Again, thank you for this award.”
Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
Andy Barnett 100 Blk/Bwf few Red/Rwf Strs, 900-950#, Complete Vac. Program, Coming off grass, Sired by Arrow Crown Angus Bulls & OchsnerRoth Hereford Buls, Home Raised, 1-iron
Allan Harrison 54 Blk Strs & Hfrs, 800-850#, Complete Vac. Program, Coming off grass, Producer All Natural Gary Johnson 40 Blk Hfrs, 850-875#, Spayed, No Implants, Complete Vac. Program, Coming off grass
Lankister Livestock 39 Blk/Bwf Strs & Hfrs, 600-700#, Complete Modified Live Vac. Program Coming off grass with 5 days of Grass/Alfalfa Hay Prior to shipping, Heifers are Spayed and Implanted w/Ralgro and Injectable Wormer in the spring
Randall Haefele 39 Blk Hfrs, 875-925#, Spayed (32 head) or PTO @ ranch (7 hd), 3 Rounds of Shots: Vista Once SQ, Vision 7 Somnus+Spur, Spayed Hfrs are Implanted/Poured in May before turn out to grass, PTO Hfrs are NOT Implanted and PTO on Sept. 13 by Licensed Vet, Home Raised but Family Brands
Jacob Sorensen 6 Blk few Red Strs & Hfrs, 600-7000#, 2 Rounds of Shots, Coming off grass and Lick Tubs, Steers are Knife Cut WEANED CALVES
Nathaniel McGowan 25 Mx Strs & Hfrs, 450-550#, Weaned 2 weeks, Branding Shots: 5-way, 7-way, Pre-cond. Shots: 5-way, 7-way, No Implants PRE-CONDITION CALVES
Aaron & April Wilson 33 Blk/Rd Strs, 550-650#, Shots at Birth: Calf Guard, Branding Shots: Inforce 3, One Shot BVD, Ulra Choice 7, Vitamin A & D, Dectomax Injectable, Implanted w/Ralgro, Pre-cond. Shots (Sept. 9): Bovi-Shield Gold 5,Ultra Choice 7, dectomax Injectable, Ivermectin CALVES
Don & Tammy Willis 185 Blk/Bwf Strs & Hfrs, 350-485#, Branding Shots: Vision 7, Vira Shield 8, Knife Cut, Implanted w/Ralgro, May/June Calves, Sired by Reyes Blk Angus Bulls, High Altitude Lawn Creek Ranch/Doug & Kellie Wilson 40 Mx Strs & Hfrs, 400#, Branding Shots: 7-way, Bovi-Shield Gold 5, No Implants Bill Clark 30 Mx Strs & Hfrs, 400-450#, Branding Shots:
protect farmers and producers from foreign animal disease and includes policies to responsibly support trade continuity in the event of an outbreak.
This two-fold approach promotes animal health and economic security for our producers.
On the one hand, it reauthorizes the three-legged stool of animal health, which includes the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, the National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program and the National Animal Vaccine and Veterinary Countermeasures Bank.
These programs coordinate response efforts and bring federal, state and university animal health labs to prevent and detect disease outbreaks.
On the other hand, the farm bill includes legislation I led – the Safe American Food Exports Act – to ensure a disease outbreak in one part of the country does not impact an unaffected state’s ability to export
agricultural goods.
This mechanism guarantees most agricultural trade can continue uninterrupted and maintain important revenue streams for our farmers. For more than 110 days, Republicans have pleaded with Democratic colleagues in the Senate to release the text of their farm bill and work with us to deliver for American agriculture.
The USDA’s latest outlook on our agricultural trade deficit should be another wake-up call for lawmakers to put politics aside and pass the farm bill this year.
Our farmers and producers are counting on us to do our jobs so they can continue to do theirs – feed and fuel our country and the world.
Rep. Randy Feenstra represents Iowa’s Fourth District and serves on the House Ways and Means Committee and the House Agriculture Committee. This opinion column was originally published in AgriPulse on Sept. 17.
Loren Herold “Teense” Willford, age 85, the voice of the valley, a pillar of the community and a beloved character and entertainer, died in the early morning of Sept. 3 at Saratoga’s Platte Valley Medical Center, a facility he had helped establish just a couple of years ago. He had valiantly and cheerfully battled cancer and other medical problems for more than a year.
A fourth generation
Wyoming native, Teense was born June 19, 1939 on a couch in a home located in the center of Saratoga. He was the third son of Josephine and Herold Willford. He earned the nickname “Teensie” after battling polio. Even after overcoming the illness and growing to a normal height, the shortened version of the nickname “Teense” stuck with him.
He was a 1957 graduate of Platte Valley High School and attended the University of Wyoming. He grew up on the family ranch south of Saratoga and entered the Army in 1961 where he served as a motor sergeant in Germany with part of his job being to patrol the Berlin Wall, which he witnessed being torn down.
He left the Army in 1963 and returned to the homestead on Cow Creek in the
By Micah Most, UW Extension Educator
Upper North Platte River Valley.
On May 17, 1964, he took Sandra Jo “Sandy” Annan as his bride, and the couple lived on the ranch into the early 2000s. Their three children, Mark, Stacy and Lori, were the fifth generation of kids to occupy the 1874 homestead. This union lasted just short of 50 years when Sandy passed away on Feb. 29.
He began performing with the Willford family band when he was in the first grade and has been entertaining audiences as a guitarist, vocalist and teller of tall tales ever since.
During his lifetime, he toured Europe with his band Wyoming Home Grown; did a concert at Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C.; entertained at Cheyenne Frontier Days; performed yearly at the Arkansas Derby and has entertained regularly at the Old Baldy Club, A Bar A Dude Ranch since 1964 and, more recently, at the Brush Creek Ranch.
An editorial in last week’s Saratoga Sun, a
weekly newspaper of which Teense at one time was part owner, wrote, “When we think of Teense, we see a larger-than-life man with an incredible sense of humor, the well-known resounding voice during parades and events, an entertainer, a Veteran and a former state legislator.”
Listing his contributions to community, state and country would require most of the space in the Wyoming Livestock Roundup, so we will just give you the highlights. Complete details may be found in several other newspapers and online.
Some of Teense’s accomplishments were founding the Platte Valley Legacy Foundation which provided funds for yearly scholarships for students in the Saratoga and Encampment schools. Last year, he presented $17,500 in scholarships to seniors and ongoing college and trade school students.
He served 12 years in the Wyoming House of Representatives; was an Army Veteran and member of Angus
England American Legion Post 54 and the Platte Valley Foreign Wars Post No. 6125 and was an active member of Saratoga Masonic Lodge No. 14 on the local, state and national level for 55 years; a member, elder and musical leader of the First Presbyterian Church of Saratoga; belonged to the Saratoga Historical and Cultural Association and was director, honorary life member and volunteer of the year of the Saratoga/Platte Valley Chamber of Commerce.
Other activities included past chairman of the Carbon County Republican Committee, Carbon County United Way, Carbon County Preschool Board and Carbon County Counseling Center.
He volunteered his entertainment and promotional skills to the Saratoga Senior Center, Saratoga Care Center, Saratoga Museum and most fundraisers in the valley, as well as parades, school functions and events.
He was the head BS’er and leader of the “Old Geezer’s Coffee Clatch.”
He was often a guest speaker at events in the valley. In fact, there are too many to list. He also led several memorial services and funerals. He was a eulogist at many of them, including for his wife Sandy.
Teense is survived by his son Mark Willford and daughter Stacy Blomfelt, several grandchildren, numerous nieces and nephews and thousands of friends. His daughter Lori was a teenager when she died in a vehicle accident.
The editorial in the Saratoga Sun concluded, “He was a father, grandfather and friend. We will miss his booming voice, his sense of humor and his downhome conversations. With great pride, Teense would conclude every performance with ‘God Bless America.’”
Hundreds of friends, relatives, admirers and colleagues of Teense are expected to gather on Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. in the Saratoga Middle-High School gym to celebrate his full, happy and productive life.
Rest in peace, Teense.
Wildfires have raised ugly smoke plumes around many parts of the state this summer and early fall. In their wake, many ranchers and land managers with blackened ranges and destroyed fences are left to wonder how they will feed their livestock in the immediate term and through the coming winter.
Thankfully, hay donations have poured into the state from friends and strangers alike. This forage has come in every shape and composition imaginable.
Along with the generosity in which they were given, these bales carry with them a risk for unintentionally introducing new weed species to already sensitive and disturbed sites.
Keep detailed records
The message has been repeated over and over in public meetings for many ranchers affected by wildfire this season – keep detailed records. These detailed records should include the origins of any hay donations received and the location where it is fed to hungry livestock.
Limiting the number of sites where outside hay is fed to the extent possible, recording these sites and tracking the hay
source is recommended.
Another overlooked opportunity for new weed species to enter a burned site is via the vehicles and equipment involved in the fire suppression efforts.
Large wildfires draw together teams from all around the country. Despite best efforts to decontaminate equipment between fire jobs, there is the possibility noxious weed seeds hitched a ride under a fender or in the sole of an unsuspecting work boot.
Making notes of fire suppression perimeters, areas with heavy outside vehicle traffic and any crew staging areas will improve awareness of sites that should be monitored as the range recovers.
The recordkeeping process can be as simple as keeping a clipboard or a notebook tucked near the seat of the feed tractor or ranch pickup where notes can be made during feeding chores or as fence reconstruction work picks up.
It might also be helpful to print an aerial map of the affected property and make notes directly onto it. Watch for unknown species
As the range recovers and the plant community
responds to moisture this fall and next spring, ranchers and land managers should keep an eye out for any plants they don’t recognize.
Once present on the landscape, invasive and noxious weeds can quickly overtake native plants and rob them of essential light, water and nutrients.
It is recommended anyone working on rangelands in the state become familiar with the pest species in their area. Lists of Wyoming designated and county-declared noxious species can be viewed online at bit.ly/pestplantwy
In the Northeast region of the state, extra vigilance should be taken to monitor for the invasive annual grasses ventenata and medusahead rye. More information about these species can be found at invasivegrasses.com/newigwg
Contact a local Wyoming Weed and Pest District or University of Wyoming (UW) Extension office for assistance identifying suspect plant species.
Early detection is key
When caught early, new infestations of noxious weeds can be managed and resolved using less time and fewer resources.
Early detection and rapid response is a strategy in weed science, defined by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as “a coordinated set of actions to find and eradicate new and emerging invasive species in a specific location before they can spread and cause harm.”
Accurate records will help ranchers and other land managers recognize if there is a pattern to pest plant populations, which will aid in identifying other areas
which may need more vigilant monitoring.
Resources are available
The sheer amount of work many Wyoming ranchers and land managers are facing in the wake of wildfires is overwhelming.
UW Extension has assembled a resource library, which is available at bit.ly/wy-wildfire
Anyone experiencing a crisis can call or text 833-8972474 to receive free and confidential support tailored to the agricultural community. Micah Most is the agriculture and natural resources educator with UW Extension serving Johnson County and north-central Wyoming. He can be reached at mmost@ uwyo.edu or 307-684-7522.
and secure is the top priority of this organization. Our message that grazing is good is echoing throughout the West,” Roeber said, noting PLC has spent the past year defending public lands grazing in the courtroom, investing in education and research, working with federal and state partners and increasing engagement and outreach, particularly on social media.
PLC Vice President Tim Canterbury was next to further explain the agency’s mission.
“PLC is an affiliatedriven organization. We take our marching orders from each of our 13 states,” he said. “Our diversity and experience is a strength, but there are also many issues that cut across every state and impact us all.”
Canterbury noted these issues are explored through PLC’s policy committees and producer-led policy processes. Resolutions are considered, debated, refined and passed at the annual meeting, then staff in Washington, D.C. are tasked with carrying out the directives in the policy book.
PLC Executive Director Kaitlynn Glover commented, “This is our 56th annual meeting and it is incredibly important to recognize we not only have 56
years of public lands and 56 years of meeting as this group, but I would be remiss if I didn’t also note this year is the 90th anniversary of the enactment of the Taylor Grazing Act of 1934.”
“Ninety years ago, members of Congress, livestock grazers and other folks assembled right here in Grand Junction, Colo. and talked about how to implement this new and fairly controversial law,” she continued. “This week, we have the opportunity to shape the next 56 or 90 years of what public lands grazing looks like, which looks a lot different than it did in 1934, and I imagine 2025-75 is going to look different as well.”
Glover echoed Roeber’s remarks about the challenges faced over the past year, including innumerable lawsuits filed against the agency, industry partners and other stakeholders who depend on public lands access.
“We have had a challenging year, but also an incredibly successful year,” she said. “We still face challenges. There will always be those who believe our place on the landscape is not favorable, but we continue to fight this battle each and every day.”
“And, I am so incredibly proud and thankful for our executive committee, board of directors and all of you for giving us faces, stories, histories and good examples to share in Washington, D.C.,” she added.
PLC policy update
After providing an introduction and warm welcome, Glover passed the mic to the new PLC Director Garrett Edmonds.
Although Edmonds, who is from Kentucky, admitted he is new to the West, he has a lot of experience on Capitol Hill and said he is excited to represent Western producers in Washington, D.C.
With this, Edmonds noted PLC has submitted a number of comments over the course of the past year on everything from direct herbicide strategies to experimental grizzly bear populations.
On the legislative front, PLC has penned letters of support and engaged in conversations behind the scenes.
“As we go into the 119th Congress, one of the things we are focusing on is the farm bill. I can’t express to you all how important the farm bill is,” Edmonds stated. “We are very proud Rep. Glenn ‘GT’ Thompson (R-PA) was willing to put this at the forefront, and we are proud to see it made it out of markup.”
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ations, it is no secret we are voting on a continuing resolution today,” Edmonds said. “We are going to be optimistic in hoping Congress does its job in getting the government funded, but we know appropriations can be a hard process and a long road ahead.”
As far as future priorities go, Edmonds explained PLC hopes to see an Endangered Species Act (ESA) that works for producers and is no longer used as a weapon against the industry.
Therefore, PLC supports U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman’s (R-AR) proposed legislation, the ESA Amend-
ments Act of 2024, which creates a pathway to delisting species after populations recover.
“Another one of the main things going into the 119th Congress is tax. Regardless of which administration gets in, the tax package is going to be at the top of the list,” Edmonds said. Keep an eye out for more from the 56th Annual PLC Meeting in future editions of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundp. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
Silage is critical to dairy farm operations. Compared to hay production, silage increases the potential yield of nutrients from available land, decreases feed costs, lowers harvest losses and often increases forage quality.
However, maximizing the benefits of silage depends on the proper packing of fodder crops stored in airtight conditions to prevent spoilage and increase nutrient value.
For bagged silage specifically, expert forage consultants in the dairy and cattle industry see benefits to this approach but are united results can only be maximized through well executed feed management – specifically the proper placement and packing of bags.
“It’s all about good feed management. When packed correctly bagged silage can have a huge impact on profitability, herd health and milk production,” says Bonni Kowalke, fermentation researcher, practitioner and owner of Stem Ag Consulting, LLC., a firm specializing in monitoring and optimizing dairy farm inputs and outputs at all forage production stages.
To help dairy farmers optimize their operations, several consultants and an equipment supplier offer tips on how to properly pack bags, as well as feed management tips to obtain the highest nutrient density silage.
Optimal silage packing equals less spoilage, more nutrients
For many years, Kowalke has maintained her favorite storage system is a bag.
“The reason I say I love bags is it is the only one storage system which – if packed properly – is a completely sealed vessel,” says Kowalke, adding this is not necessarily the case with bunks, piles or upright silos.
She adds insufficient packing, which fails to minimize oxygen exposure, can result in spoilage of ensiled
forage and lead to feed loss.
“With a bag, one has more control over the spoilage if done properly. It is critical for cow health, milk production, components and profitability to avoid feeding spoiled silage because of all of the negative consequences,” says Kowalke.
Keith Bryan, technical service manager of silage and dairy for the global biosolutions company Novonesis, agrees. Bryan, who holds a PhD in animal science, sums up his company’s approach as advocating for good feed management practices in combination with effective silage inoculants.
“In terms of silage quality at feed out, the number one limiting factor is packing density, specifically suboptimal packing density in a bag,” says Bryan.
Proper packing of silage can maximize nutrient value of feed.
“Minimizing yeast and mold allows us to preserve more nutrients in the silage. The feed is more nutritious because we are not losing nutrients to those spoilage microorganisms, and we are not introducing contaminants into an animal that we are asking to grow rapidly and efficiently or make large volumes of milk,” says Bryan.
The advantages of bagged silage
The effective use of silage bagging can provide several advantages to dairy farms, including more controlled feedout to maximize nutrient availability and minimize spoilage and loss.
“With large bags, the feedout face is so much smaller and you go through a bag so much quicker than a huge drive over pile or bunker,” says Bryan.
“So, if packed correctly and by feeding it out more quickly, oxygen penetration is reduced and one can have more hygienic feed in terms of reducing yeast and molds compared to a bunker or a pile,” he adds.
Steve Massie, head of
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nutrition at Renaissance Nutrition, Inc., also considers the small face at feedout a key advantage to bagging.
“When bunkers become too wide or high, feeders may only use from one-third to one-half of a face, and it can take 48 to 72 hours before they get back to the silage,” says Massie. “By this time, air has gotten into the face, which can result in yeast and mold growth if spores are present, particularly in warmer conditions.”
He adds very good feed managers will set up the feeding face of a bag so only six to 11 feet are used daily to keep the rest of the silage fresh.
Massie points to another advantage – the ability to select the best, higher-quality forage. He explains most dairy farms have silage that is a little fresher at any given time, a factor which can spur milk production.
“With a bunker, start at one end and feed the way through. Whatever is there is what the cows get,” says Massie.
Achieving optimal packing density with baggers
To maximize the effectiveness of their equipment, dairy farmers should prioritize packing pressure as a key factor to consider for equipment selection. With proper internal density, oxygen is removed almost instantly and fermentation begins promptly.
The sealed bags protect silage quality and maintain favorable fermentation conditions even amid unfavorable conditions such as exposure to rain, moisture, excessive dryness or prolonged storage.
Fortunately, as silage bagging has increased in popularity with dairy farms over the years, the equipment has continued to improve.
Today, the process of
creating bagged silage for dairy farmers is relatively simple. Essentially, side unloading wagons pull up alongside the bagger and unload onto the bagger conveyor. End-dump wagons or trucks back into larger table load baggers to unload and start bagging.
Capacities generally range from two to five tons per minute for side unloading wagons to higher-capacity truck rear-end loading models which handle from four to 16 tons of bagged silage per minute.
To maximize the effectiveness of the equipment, however, dairy farmers need to clearly understand the key factors affecting bagging machine efficiency and capacity.
At the top of the list is packing pressure, according to Steve Cullen, president of Astoria, and Oregon-based Versa Corporation – global leader in agricultural silage bagging and handling.
“It is important to have a good balance between the pressure caused by the packing rotors and the braking of the bagging machine. The goal is to firmly pack the bag without over-stretching the bag, while gradually
moving the machine forward as the bag fills,” says Cullen.
Among silage bagging equipment, packing is approached in various ways. Some systems utilize a cable system with a heavy net backstop, a concept first introduced in North America in 1976.
After each bag is filled, the cables must be rewound, and the backstop moved to the next location.
To eliminate the need for external cables, Versa created an innovative cable loop Internal Density System which uses a single adjustable cable inside the bag. The OEM also developed a heavy-duty belt Internal Density System
which slides under the bag and pulls it tight lengthwise.
This facilitates tighter packing of longer silage bags than the industry norm. The largest models, such as Versa’s high-capacity ID1014 bagger, can be used to bag up to 14-foot diameter bags that are 500 feet long.
Although many dairy farmers are at least relatively familiar with bagged silage, those who become informed about which key qualities to consider before purchasing equipment will maximize the health, productivity and profitability of their herds.
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asked what investments or policies they would support as president to ensure the resiliency of the U.S. food system and American producers.
The Harris campaign notes Harris will promote competition in agriculture markets to ensure farmers and ranchers are treated fairly and crack down on unfair mergers and acquisitions involving big food corporations.
The Trump campaign states, “Trump will protect farmers from unfair foreign competition, bring economic relief to farmers and commit to lowering energy bills by one-half in the first year.” Farm policy programs and state regulations
The candidates were asked how they plan to enhance farm policy programs through crop insurance, improve risk management programs and support beginning farmers and ranchers while bringing funding to agricultural research.
“Harris will fight to defend programs which allow farmers and ranchers to prosper,” her campaign responds.
Trump’s campaign replies, “He will support access and affordability to the risk management tools outined in the 2018 Farm Bill, which he signed into law. Improvements must be made to reference prices,
crop insurance, dairy margin coverage and more specialty crop insurance. American agriculture is built on science, technology and innovation, and we must stay ahead of China with our scientific investments.”
The AFBF survey discusses policies the candidates would support to shore up the free flow of food and farm products between the states.
Harris’ campaign team mentions how she will work to ensure regulations are responsive to the needs of everyday Americans.
In contrast, Trump’s campaign team announces he would use all authority under the Constitution and U.S. law to stop California’s or other states’ efforts to hurt American farmers.
International trade
The survey continues by asking the candidates, if elected, how they would promote expanding trade and pursuing remedies against nations and their leaders who use various barriers to unfairly shield markets from competition.
“She will not tolerate unfair trade practices from China or any competitor undermining American farmers and ranchers,” replies the Harris campaign.
“As part of Trump’s effort to knock down barriers to American farm products, he will work to pass the Trump Reciprocal Trade Act
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and will prioritize American producers over foreign outsourcers,” the Trump campaign states.
Tax policy
Agriculture operates in a world of uncertainty, and the presidential candidates were asked what provisions they would support to help farmers and ranchers remain on the land and produce food, fuel and fiber.
Under the Harris plan, no American making less than $400,000 a year will pay more in taxes, including most farmers and ranchers.
At the same time, Trump will take immediate steps to defeat inflation and grow the agricultural economy by unleashing American energy, slashing wasteful government spending and cutting burdensome regulations.
Agricultural labor
The AFBF questionnaire continues asking what the presidential candidates would do to reform and resolve the critical labor shortage and address the need for a reformed H-2A program.
The Harris campaign states, “She supports an earned pathway to legalization and eventual citizenship for farm and other agricultural workers, while strengthening the H-2A Visa Program.”
“He will prioritize meritbased immigration, ensuring those admitted to our country contribute to our economy and strengthen our nation,” replies the Trump campaign.
Sustainability, climate and energy
As president, Harris and Trump were asked how they would ensure climate regulations do not hamper American productivity and competitiveness and if they would support a strategy which encourages domestic production and use of all available forms of energy.
Harris announces she would continue to support the Inflation Reduction Act, while Trump pledges to terminate the Green New Deal, increase ethanol production in the U.S. and make it a mission to export ethanol worldwide.
The AFBF survey raises the question of what actions the candidates would take to ensure the federal government’s regulatory burden on businesses is consistent with Congressional intent and whether they support regulatory reform to ensure federal regulations are more transparent.
Harris’ team states, “As president, she will work to ensure regulations are responsive to the needs of everyday Americans.”
The Trump team replies, “In his next term, the Trump Dividend will be even larger. Repealing the Biden-Harris regulatory onslaught can save individuals an estimated $5,000 to $20,000 per year.”
ESA, clean water and biotechnology
The survey asked questions about how each can-
didate would fix the Endangered Species Act (ESA) and how they would enforce the decision handed down in Sackett vs. Environmental Protection Agency
Harris’ view on conservation hinges on cooperative initiatives considering all Americans, and she notes she will fight for the freedom to breathe clean air and drink clean water.
The Trump administration would empower locallyled and incentive-based conservation programs, and he would stop any policies strangling American agriculture, including refocusing agencies back to their core missions.
When asked about the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s genetically modified organism disclosure rules, Harris’ campaign reiterates she’s already supporting agricultural research and will continue to do so, while the Trump campaign replies he strongly supports the U.S.Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Rural life and health
Each candidate was asked how they would ensure rural Americans have economic opportunity and greater access to broadband and healthcare.
Harris’ comments include that she will strengthen the Affordable
Care Act, help cancel $7 billion of medical debt for three million Americans and dedicate millions to grow the healthcare workforce while addressing the nation’s mental health crisis.
Trump’s campaign says he would commit to investing billions of dollars in expanding rural broadband, improving rural infrastructure and ensuring the U.S. has the lowest energy, electricity and gasoline costs.
He would also repeal net zero policies, including the electric vehicle mandate. Federal land management
The final question addresses how the next president would support multiple use for federal lands.
“When elected, we will continue to partner with farmers and ranchers to promote the balanced management of America’s public lands,” states the Harris campaign.
“The federal government does not have unlimited power to lock up millions of acres of land and water. I believe states, communities and private landowners know best how to manage their own resources,” the Trump campaign states.
Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
Private-label grocery brands are gaining momentum as changing consumer perceptions and a widening customer base are fueling sales growth and market share gains.
Once perceived as inferior to national brands, private-label store brands reached an all-time high market share in dollar and unit sales during the first half of 2024 as quality perceptions have improved.
Growing acceptance among younger and higherincome consumers is also propelling category growth.
Higher food prices and
the inflationary environment over the last two years prompted more consumers to try private-label products, given their lower prices and association with value. However, recent research shows consumers are increasingly citing quality, taste and variety as key drivers influencing their repeat purchases.
According to a new report from CoBank’s Knowledge Exchange, grocery retailers are seizing on the growing popularity of private-label products, which typically generate higher profit margins than national brands.
The report suggests retailers will accelerate efforts to expand their private label offerings, targeting growth segments such as bakery, seafood and beverages.
Dollar sales of privatelabel products in the U.S. have grown more than onethird since 2019 and are projected to surpass $250 billion in 2024, representing roughly 20 percent of the grocery basket share, according to data from Nielsen.
Aldi and Trader Joe’s lead large U.S. retailers in private-label purchase share, with 80 percent and 69 per-
cent respectively, but privatelabel options account for more than a quarter of grocery sales at Costco, Samʼs Club, H-E-B and Walmart. Recent survey data from the Private Label Manufacturers Association shows most consumers now believe private-label products are equivalent to name brand products. This assessment was consistent across a wide swath of income and generational demographics. Even more telling, only two percent of consumers regard private-label food and beverage products as inferior to name brands in quality.
I always wondered which would be worse, losing one’s eyesight or losing one’s hearing?
I can now answer this question definitely because I’m gradually doing both, and I can say losing one’s eyesight is far worse, as there can actually be some advantages to losing one’s hearing.
Suffice it to say, I’m not aging gracefully, and I am not like the African heartnosed bat which can hear footsteps of a beetle walking in sand six feet away. While other species of animals can hear a rabbit sleeping, I can’t even hear my wife’s snoring three feet away, and believe me, this is just one of the many advantages of being deaf as a dump truck.
I’m not making fun of deaf people and the difficulties they endure on a daily basis or belittling them as our society once did. I can remember in my childhood deaf people used
to be referred to as “deaf and dumb” because it was thought deaf people were stupid. At one time they were even denied citizenship as a result of their handicap. On the contrary, I have found deaf people are quite intelligent, as shown by their ability to read lips and use sign language. Try it sometime, and you’ll see what I mean.
I can pinpoint exactly when and why I’m losing my hearing and can barely speak above a whisper. I lay the blame at the feet of auctioneers.
For nearly 50 years, I worked ring at auctions of everything from A to Z –from automobiles to a zebra.
My problem was during those five decades of working ring, being the voice for Western Video Market and announcing video auctions every month, which sometimes lasted four days, I was hardly ever further than 20
feet away from a speaker and 90 percent of the auctioneers I worked with had the volume turned up too high for the comfort of the crowd.
I know why auctioneers do it, and after auctioning a few charity sales myself, I understand their reasoning.
First of all, they want to be able to hear themselves, and secondly, they don’t have to expel as much energy with their chant which always sounds better when the volume is higher.
Interestingly, when we lived in Australia 50 years ago with all of the cattle sales I attended – from the weekly town auctions to high-dollar purebred sales – the auctioneers didn’t use a microphone, and it was so tiring for them, they worked in teams which allowed them to take long breaks to rest up.
Not only did all of the auctions damage my hearing, it also silenced my voice, because for every animal, every car or every doo-dad I turned in the bids by yelling at the top of my lungs so the auctioneer could hear me above the din of the speakers. It finally caught up with me.
I know there are things I could use to better my hearing, but I think my voice is shot for good.
I don’t want to buy a hearing aid because it makes people think I’m interested in what they have to say. I could also wear a big gold ring in one ear like NBA basketball players and pirates of old who thought the gold ring improved their hearing and especially their eyesight.
At first my wife liked the fact I couldn’t talk, but she very much doesn’t like the fact I can’t hear, as every time she tries to talk to me my response is always the
same, “Huh?”
I’m considering getting a bunch of my road agent buddies together and filing a class action lawsuit against all auctioneers for damages and to buy hearing aids for all of us poor ring men, as auctioneers have the deepest pockets.
Believe me, with what they are making now to sell a bull sale, real estate auction or exotic car sale, auctioneers can afford it.
If you don’t think us road
agents have suffered damages, just listen to this conversation I had about the potential for such a lawsuit with two of my ring man buddies.
I said, “Should we file a lawsuit against our windy friends?”
The second road agent replies, “No, it’s not Wednesday. It’s Thursday.” Road agent number three added, “Yeah, I’m thirsty too. Bartender, another round please.”
Sept. 22-24 South Dakota Angus Association Rosebud Angus Tour. For more information or to register, visit sdangusassociation.org, e-mail rosebudangus@hotmail.com or call 605-840-4819.
Sept. 22-25 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture 2024 Annual Meeting, Indianapolis, Ind. For more information, visit nasda.org
Sept. 23 Wyoming Department of Agriculture Farm and Ranch Succession Planning Webinar, online. For more information or to register, contact Lucy Pauley at lucy.pauley@wyo.gov or 307-777-8788.
Sept. 23 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine HPAI Virtual Public Listening Session, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., online. For more information, visit events.nationalacademies.org
Sept. 24 Park County Informational Brucellosis Meeting, 6-8 p.m., Park County Library, Cody. For more information, call 307-777-7515 or e-mail lsbbrucellosis-mitigation@wyo.gov.
Sept. 24-26 2024 Forum for Ag Lending, The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown, Minneapolis, Minn. For more information, visit fccsconsulting.com
Sept. 25-27 Wyoming Tree Academy Conference 2024, The Cam-Plex, Gillette. For more information and to register, visit isarmc.org
Sept. 26 Wyoming Water Development Commission Meeting, 8:30 a.m., Wyoming Water Development Office, Cheyenne. For more information or to view the livestream, visit wwdc.state.wy.us/
Sept. 27-28 South Dakota Sheep Growers Association Annual Convention, Rapid City, S.D. For more information, visit sdsheepgrowers.org
Sept. 28 University of Wyoming College of Ag, Life Sciences and Natural Resources Homecoming Open House, 1-3 p.m., Laramie Research and Extension Center, Laramie. For more information, visit uwyo.edu/uwag/calendar.html
Sept. 28-29 Wyoming Boer Goat Association Show, Central Wyoming Fairgrounds, Casper. For more information, visit @WyomingBoerGoatAssociation on Facebook or e-mail wyomingbga24@gmail.com.
Sept. 30 Five-State Beef Conference, Cimarron County Fair Building, Boise City, Okla. For more information or to register, contact Kierra Ortega at 580-5443399 or Britt Hicks at 580-338-7300.
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1 Blk Cow, 1240# $11800
2 Blk Cows, avg. 1163# $11250
1 Blk Cow, 1375# $10600 Schatz Irrevoc Trust - Lovell
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1 Blk Cow, 1395# $11650 Dobson, Martin - Burlington
3 Mxd Cows, avg. 1213# $11550 Bell, Bill - Worland
1 BWF Cow, 1185# $10550 Hook, Jace - Thermopolis
1 Blk Cow, 1035# $10500
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Oct. 1-4
Oct. 2-6
Five-State Beef Conference, Coldwater Veteran’s Building, Coldwater, Kan. For more information or to register, contact Levi Miller at 620-582-2411 or Britt Hicks at 580-338-7300.
Governor’s Mental Health Summit, 7:30 a.m., Events at the M, Casper. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit eventbrite.com/e/fall-2024-governors-mental-health-summit-tickets-966542162627?aff=oddtdtcreator
World Dairy Expo, Alliant Energy Center, Madison, Wis. For more information, visit worlddairyexpo.com
28th Annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival, Sun Valley, Idaho. For more information, visit trailingofthesheep.org
Oct. 3 Lincoln County Informational Brucellosis Meeting, 6-8 p.m., Town of Afton Civic Center, Afton. For more information, call 307-777-7515 or e-mail lsbbrucellosis-mitigation@wyo.gov.
Oct. 4-6
Sept. 22
Feeder Special Oct. 24 – All Class Cattle Oct. 31 – All Class Cattle Nov. 4 – Monday • The Bawl of the Fall Feeder Special
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Karl & Kenny Pierce – 130+ mixed black, 450-500#, two rounds of shots.
Ken & Rita Friesen – 40 black steers, 500-550#, complete vacc at branding.
Brewster Ranch – 130 black & BWF steers, 500-550#, complete vacc at branding, high elevation.
Bonita Ranch – 150 mixed black, 500-600#, complete vacc at branding.
Susan Neves – 100 mixed black, 475-525#, complete vacc at branding.
Peter Davidson – 100 mixed black, 475-550#, complete vacc at branding.
Jediah Rische – 60 mixed black, 500-600#, complete vacc at branding.
Bud & Kathy Arnold – 100 mixed black, 500-550#, no brands.
Bruce Robertson – 30 black steers, 500-550#, shots at branding.
Star Whitt – 50 mixed black, 450-500#, complete vacc at branding.
Lois Martin & Wayne Brost – 7 red & black steers, 500#, 2 red & black heifers, 450#, two rounds of shots, bunk broke, weaned Aug. 31.
University of Wyoming Master Gardener’s Conference, Eastern Wyoming College, Douglas. For more information, call 307-235-9400 or e-mail dhoffman@natronacounty-wy.gov.
Annual Sugar Bars Legacy Sale, Sheridan County Fairgrounds, Sheridan, 406-812-0084, sugarbarslegacy.com
Sept. 24 Grizzly Auctions Online Auction, 406-579-4262, grizzlyauctions.com
Sept. 26 Larry & Robin Carlson Live Public Auction, 1501 S. Airport Road, Pierre, S.D., 605-380-2244, 605-280-3879, 605-225-1828, jarkworlie.com
Oct. 5 K E Taylor Drilling Inc. Business Inventory Liquidation Auction, 211 First Street West, Douglas, 307-532-4976, 307-534-5156, mcnameeauctioncompany.com
Oct. 11-13
27th Annual Fall Colt & Yearling Catalog Sale & Futurity, Farmers and Ranchers Livestock Commission Co., Salina, Kan., 785-826-7884, 785-4932901, 785-825-0211
Oct. 19 Gold Buckle Select Prospect & Ranch Horse Sale, First Interstate Arena, Billings, Mont., thenile.org
to baffle his cunning.
Tourist promotional material of a century ago fascinates me with the colorful writing and glorious claims.
Although the following was written in 1910 about my hometown of Saratoga, “Where the Trout Leap in Main Street,” it could have been penned for any place in the Cowboy State.
Trout fishing in most Wyoming waters is famous as the best in the world. It is claimed for the dolphin that he can make the reel sing, but it is like the “Dead March” as compared with the music of the sportsman’s reel when the two-and-a-half- to 10-pound Rainbow trout has the fly in his jaw.
Almost every variety of trout known may be found in the local streams. But for the table, the native variety is unequaled for fish and flavor. Neither is he a slow fighter, and the novice is startled and at a loss to know why he was unable to land the little fellow.
The native is not found to be small fry at all times. There are places –unfrequented mountain lakes – where he has been found to turn the scales at the two- to three-pound figure. In such places he is shy, and it takes an expert
The river’s tributaries from both mountain ranges teem with the native trout, and the season is an open one all year round.
All fishing waters in mountain and valley are easy of access, and the sportsman may take his family to the grounds in an auto car from his hotel in town and enjoy a day’s, a week’s or a month’s good sport without having to resort to the discomforts or inconveniences of camp life.
Tucked inside the brochure was the following poem:
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I saw her swimming in the brook, a moment swift and fleeting, and from the shock of that brief look, my heart almost stopped beating. I worked my way around the trees, to where the view was clearer, and then on trembling hands and knees I edged a little nearer.
I never saw such perfect lines, as she was there displaying beneath the shade of spreading pines, in languid splendor playing.
Her twists and turns were full of grace, her body smoothly molded.
I know the joy showed on my face, as each new charm unfolded. And when she floated with the stream, the sight was most entrancing.
Her wondrous body seemed to gleam, from sunbeams, softly glancing. I yearned for her with heart and soul, and then I fell to wishing.
For I had neither fly nor pole, and trout are caught by fishing.
As of September 13, 2024
Compared to last week light slaughter lambs steady to 20.00 Higher, heavier lambs steady to 15.00 lower. Slaughter ewes mostly steady to 5.00 higher. Feeder lambs under 70 lbs 3.00 higher, heavier lambs 7.0012.00 lower. At San Angelo, TX 8,686 head sold in a two day sale. Equity Cooperative Auction sold 1050 feeder lambs and 380 slaughter lambs in Wyoming. Western Video sold 470 feeder lambs in California. 5,270 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 105-130 lbs 168.00-185.00. Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 120-140 lbs 177.50-207.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 115-150 lbs 146.00-161.00, few 162.00-164.00; 150-160 lbs 145.00-156.00. Billings: wooled and shorn 120-140 lbs no test. Equity Coop: Powell Pool 130 lbs wooled 150.00. Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2 San Angelo: hair 40-60 lbs 266.00-292.00, few 204.00-310.00; 60-70 lbs 240.00-285.00, few 288.00; 70-80 lbs 222.00-256.00, few 264.00; 80-90 lbs 206.00-230.00, few 234.00; 90-110 lbs 190.00-215.00. wooled and shorn 68 lbs 246.00; 70-80 lbs 230.00-249.00; 90-105 lbs 190.00205.00.
Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 64 lbs 215.00; 70-80 lbs 215.00-235.00; 88 lbs 220.00; 90-100 lbs 215.00-225.00; 100-110 lbs 200.00-232.50. hair 50-60 lbs 228.00-234.00; 68 lbs 225.00; 70-80 lbs 230.00; 80-90 lbs 220.00-225.00; 93 lbs 220.00. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 60-70 lbs 235.00-245.00; 70-80 lbs 185.00-195.00; 80-90 lbs 185.00-190.00; 100-110 lbs 156.00-175.00. hair 78 lbs 175.00; 80-90 lbs 170.00; 91 lbs 150.00. Billings: wooled and shorn 50-60 lbs 230.00-234.00; 60-70 lbs 205.00224.00; 70-80 lbs 191.00-215.00; 80-90 lbs 167.00-181.00; 90-100 lbs 169.00-170.00; 108 lbs 166.00. hair 61 lbs 195.00; 71 lbs 200.00; 80-90 lbs 160.00-165.00; 94 lbs 161.00; 100 lbs 147.00. Slaughter Ewes
San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 98.00105.00, hair 90.00-103.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 120.00, hair 92.00-118.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 102.00, hair 88.00-96.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) hair 72.00-80.00; Cull 1 no test. Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 125.00-150.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 70.00-115.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test.
South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 75.00-95.00, hair 88.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 70.00-90.00, hair 90.00-95.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 68.00; Cull 1 18.00-65.00, hair 55.00.
Billings: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 86.00-94.00; Good 2-3 (fleshy) 82.0096.00, hair 77.50-81.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 70.00-81.00, hair 77.50; Cull 1 55.00-62.00.
Feeder Lambs: Medium and Large 1-2
San Angelo: hair 26 lbs 285.00; 30-40 lbs 320.00-325.00; 50-60 lbs 278.00-282.00.
Ft. Collins: no test.
South Dakota: 30-40 lbs 235.00-251.00; 43 lbs 234.00; 50-60 lbs 205.00-229.00; 60-70 lbs 207.50-220.00; 70-80 lbs 170.00-188.00; 8090 lbs 155.00-170.00; 90-100 lbs 142.00-157.00; 110-115 lbs 134.00142.00. hair 97 lbs 140.00. Billings: 40-50 lbs 230.00-239.00; 50-60 lbs 228.00-247.00;
Equity Coop: WY: 1050: 95 lbs 185.00 for Sept delivery. Replacement Ewes: Medium and Large 1-2 San Angelo: hair ewe lambs 55-70 lbs 264.00-300.00/cwt, 95-110 lbs 206.00-212.00/cwt; young hair 85-145 lbs 122.00-158.00/cwt. Ft. Collins: no test. South Dakota: yearlings 225.00/head; middle age 145.00-185.00 head. Billings: ewe lambs 115-145 lbs 400.00-600.00/head; yearlings 200.00-285.00/head; young 200.00-250.00/head. Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 37,000 compared with 27,000 last week and 36,000 last year.
Source: USDA AMS Market News, San Angelo, Texas
National Wool Review
As of September 13, 2024
Australian Wool Exchange
Domestic wool trading had no confirmed trades reported this week. Prices reflect trades FOB warehouse in original bag or square pack, bellies out, some graded, and 76 mm or longer. No allowance made for coring, freight, or handling fees at the warehouse level to reflect net grower prices. Wools shorter than 75
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REMOTE NORTHEAST WYOMING RANCH IS LOOKING FOR A FULL-TIME FARM/ RANCH EMPLOYEE: This position is open immediately. Applicant must be self-motivated, reliable and responsible with knowledge of haying and farming. Mechanical skills are a must. Farming duties include: Swathing, baling and raking hay, etc. THIS IS NOT A COWBOY POSITION, but applicant will need to assist in all aspects of cattle work as well. Those duties include calving heifers, feeding hay, branding and gathering, etc. Nearest big town is 60+ miles and nearest K-12 school is 30+ miles away. Housing is provided and on a school bus route. Please send resume with references by mail or e-mail to: PeeGee Ranch, 1251 Lower Powder River Road, Arvada, WY 82831, pgranch@rangeweb.net. Call 307-736-2461 10/5
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CUSTOM FEEDING AND FINISHING FOR CATTLE AND SHEEP. Cactus Hill Ranch Company, Fort Collins, CO. Contact AJ Nelson, 970-372-8273 10/5
WINTERING COWS, backgrounding calves and developing heifers. Forsyth, MT. Call Joe at 406-930-2645 10/5
LOOKING TO TAKE IN COWS OR BACKGROUNDING CALVES for fall, winter and spring. Located in North-Central Nebraska. ALSO, have hay for sale. Call 402-340-1824 9/28
HISTORIC WYOMING BRAND, REGISTERED FROM 1909, LHC, LHH, BS, single iron, registered to 2031. Asking $7,500. For more information, call or text 307315-8555 10/5
MAREMMA/AKBASH CROSS GUARD DOGS: Twelve months old. Solid in the sheep. John Phillips, Paul, ID, 775-7612352 9/21
250 BLACK ANGUS BRED HEIFERS: South Dakota origin, OCVD, exposed to proven LBW Black Angus bulls for 45 days. Start calving Feb. 1, 2025. References available. Call 785394-1955 (cell), 785-394-2374 (home) or 785-731-5067 9/21
WINTER FORAGE FOR 300PLUS HEAD AVAILABLE
NORTH-CENTRAL WYOMING: Looking to take in 300-plus head of cows from Dec. 1 to April 1. Wintered on stockpiled alfalfa/ orchardgrass and cornstalk pivots. Supplemented with alfalfa/ orchardgrass hay. Full care with salt included - $2.50/day. Would consider taking yearlings - can negotiate a price. Also have room to background calves from Oct. 1 to April 1 - $1.90/day. Located in North-Central Wyoming. Please call Asa at 307-272-5332 9/28
PASTURE WANTED for 2,000 yearlings and 500 pairs. Can split into smaller bunches. Call 701-523-1235 10/12
Ranch Lease Wanted
WANTING RANCH TO LEASE:
winter protection. ALSO, WILLING TO FEED and take care of your breeding bulls year-round.
CUSTOM LAMB FEEDING AT BASIN WY: 5,000 head feedlot to take lambs to finish weight. Backgrounding replacements. By the day or by gain. Contact Will Miller, 307-250-3332 for information, leave message 10/5
COMMERCIAL KATAH -
DIN/DORPER CROSS
EWE LAMBS FOR SALE:
Born March-April 2024. Weaned and ready to go. Fifty still available at $250/ head. ALSO, 50 HEAD 2024 WETHER LAMBS available at $190/head. Video on YouTube channel @WYNewfie. Call or text 307-254-2650. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 9/21
GERDES HAMPSHIRES HAS 30 REGISTERED PUREBRED HAMPSHIRE RAMS: Born in the winter of 2024. Our rams are big framed, fast growing with plenty of depth, muscle and bone. These are wether producing-type Hampshires without excessive leg length but possess tremendous thickness of loin and leg. Rams are sired by stud rams that were purchased from leading Hampshire sheep breeders at national sales and are sired by sons of Unicorn, UFFDA and Jackalope. For more information, call or text Darrell Gerdes of Madison S.D. at 402-760-0104. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 9/21 WEANER PIGS FOR SALE, located in Powell, WY. For more information, call 307271-1014 1/18
Looking at Western South Dakota, Southwestern North Dakota around Medora area, Eastern Montana, Northeastern Wyoming Sheridan area back to South Dakota or Northwestern part of Nebraska. Wanting 250 AUMs to 500 AUMs for a 3- to 5-year lease. Would consider if owner wants to lease ranch and sell his livestock off over a period of years. Would be interested in a percentage of shares or by the month lease cows, sheep and buffalo by the head. Would also consider share cropping with an absentee owner. Call and leave message, 605-280-2637 9/28
WELL STOCKED FOR ARENA, RANGE AND ABOVE THE PLAINS!! Great prices!! LARGE selection of SADDLES, headstalls, REINS and saddle pads. $AVE on BOOTS, BOOTS, BOOTS!!! HONDO, BOULET, JUSTIN WORK BOOTS, TWISTED X (boots and shoes) and more!! WE CAN ship!! Shop Moss Saddles, Boots and Tack, 4648 West Yellowstone Highway, Casper, WY, 307472-1872. Our family serving yours for 50 years!! Check us out on Facebook or our website 9/21
LS CUSTOM LEATHER: Belts, tack, cell phone cases and much more!! Contact Lester, 307-631-1053, leave a message. Located in Riverton, WY 9/21
Barn Stored Hay for Sale
Really nice new seeding alfalfa/brome/timothy/ orchardgrass/fescue mix, 4x4 squares. Excellent quality for horses, sheep, weaned calves… 150 tons, $125/ton, 100 ton minimum. Delivery available. Bozeman, Montana
Call Doug 406-581-4124
CERTIFIED WEED-FREE
PURE ALFALFA HAY: Small squares, covered. 2023 first and second cutting available. 2024 first cutting available. Will load trucks and any open trailer. MONIDA OATS: Combine run. Will auger into truck, trailer or large totes/ag bags. STRAW: Small squares available. Located between Powell and Cody, WY. Call or text Knopp Farms for details, 307-254-0554 11/9
VALLEY VIDEO HAY MARKETS, LLC: Hay available. Go to www.valleyvideohay.com or call Barry McRea, 308-2355386 10/12
ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE: Round bales, second and third cutting, no rain. Wheatland, WY. Call 307-331-3781 10/12
NEW CROP GRASS AND GRASS/ALFALFA HAY: High quality second cutting irrigated brome/perennial ryegrass horse hay. ALSO HAVE second and third cutting grass/alfalfa. Fine stemmed on a new establishment. Average 1,300 lb. netwrapped rounds with trucking available. Located near Wheatland, WY. Call Ryler, 307-2871102 10/12
HAY FOR SALE: 3x3 and round bales of grass or alfalfa/grass mix. Prices starting at $70/ton. FOB. Delivered only. Call 605840-0015 9/21
ONE SEMI LOAD OF OAT HAY FOR SALE, plastic twine-tied round bales. For more information, call 605-490-3429 10/5
BARLEY STRAW: Certified weed-free small squares, $4/ bale. ALSO, 5x6 round bales, $125/ton. GRAIN/OATS, $20/ cwt. Greybull, WY area. Call 307-762-3878 or 307-899-4714, leave message 10/5
HAY FOR SALE: 2023 and 2024, alfalfa, sainfoin, alfalfa/ grass mix, grass and combine grass/straw. Small squares and 3x3x8 sales. Test results available for all baled in 2023. Will load 3x3s in open truck and trailer. Call 307-250-6005 10/5
COW AND HORSE QUAL-
ITY HAY FOR SALE: Grass and alfalfa hay. ALSO, forage wheat. 2023 hay still available. Small squares, 3x3 square bales and 3x4 square bales. Delivery available!! Call 307630-3046 10/5
2024 HAY FOR SALE: First cutting alfalfa, grass mix, grass/alfalfa. ALSO, 2024 CRP cut early, green and high, non-raked and clean. 2024 millet available end of September 2024 and 2023 milo. All in net-wrapped round bales. Semi load delivery available. Call for pricing, ask for Klint, 701290-4418, send a text if no answer or keep trying 10/5
2024 FIRST CUTTING HAY FOR SALE: Grass mix, large round bales. Located at Murdo, S.D. Call 605-516-0107 9/28
HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE: Round bale grass, net wrapped, 2023 crop $100/ton, new crop $125/ton. ALSO, round bale barley and oat straw, net wrapped, $90/ton. FOB Powell, WY. Call 307-254-5115 or 406480-1248 9/28
REDUCED PRICING BECAUSE OF THE TRAGIC FIRES. Tons and tons of hay for sale: Alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, straight grass (crested wheat and native grasses), winter wheat, 1,300-1,350 lb. netwrapped round bales. Deliveries are available if needed or come and get it. Sheridan, WY area. Call the ranch, 307-737-2680 or 702-501-4243 (cell) 9/28
150 tons first cutting alfalfa, protein 20.38, RFV 141, 3x4 squares, $120/ton, 100 ton minimum. Delivery available. Near Manhattan, Montana
Call Doug 406-581-4124
600 TONS 2023 GRASS/ALFALFA IN LARGE ROUNDS: Cut slightly mature but baled green!! Will deliver!! For sale by Cheyenne, WY area producer. Call 307-630-3768 9/28
2024 FIRST CUTTING HORSE QUALITY HAY: Timothy/orchard/brome with a bit of alfalfa at 14% moisture. 110 round bales averaging 1,450 lbs./bale. Located in Clark, WY. No rain. Currently tarped. Call 847-420-9615. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 9/28
ROUND-BALED GRASS: 2023 $50/bale; 2024 $60/ bale. 1,000 lb. net-wrapped bales. Cody, WY area. Call, don’t text, Anthony at 307254-2645 9/28
HAY FOR SALE. Cow hay: Oat hay, last year's alfalfa or new millet hay, $90-$110/ton. Horse hay: First and second cutting grass hay, second cutting alfalfa and oat/pea mix, $150-$175/ton. Round bales or 3x4 squares. Square bales are barn stored. Tests available. Lusk, WY. Call Paul Hicks, 970-203-5019 9/28
CERTIFIED ORGANIC ALFALFA/GRASS MIX HAY. Call 307-631-4104 9/21
HAY AND STRAW FOR SALE: 300 TONS OF FIRST CUTTING SANFOIN/GRASS MIX HAY, 4x4 squares, $150/ ton. 250 TONS OF BARLEY STRAW, 4x4 squares, $80/ ton. Located west of Powell, WY. Call or text 307-202-0532 for more information 9/21
GRASS HAY FOR SALE near Aberdeen, S.D. Call Brad Hart at 605-329-7211 9/21
HAY FOR SALE!!! Alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix and grain hay in both round and square bales. Large quantities available. Trucking available with hay trains. THE HAY YARD IS OPEN, conveniently located off I-90 and Johnson Ln. exit in Billings, MT, small to large quantities. Call us today for your fall hay needs. Montana Hay Company, 406-670-6551 11/9
1,000 LARGE ROUND
GRASS BALES: No rain, $130/ton. Call Pete Bertolino at Roberts, MT, 406-4251351 TFN
CERTIFIED BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE, 3x4 bales. Cody, WY. Call 307-899-1952 TFN
FOR SALE: FEATHERLITE ALUMINUM ENCLOSED 4 HORSE SLANT LOAD GOOSENECK TRAILER. Large tack and sleeping area in front. Excellent condition all around, $17,500. Call 307272-3455 or 307-272-5565. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 10/5
CATERPILLAR 12E ROAD
GRADER: This machine was built in the 1960’s Serial# 099E03772, pre-DEF, has been used continually for the past 20 years by me for snow removal and road maintenance. Machine has block heater and electric start. Lights work. Comes with a set of chains. Clean machine. Call Bill Maher, 605-3916526, e-mail bevillage66@ yahoo.com 10/12
1999 TRANSCRAFT 48’
STEP DECK TRAILER WITH 3’ EXTENSION, good rubber, aluminum floor, no hay racks, 2 toolboxes, sliding winches, air ride, $18,500. CALF CREEP FEEDER, $1,250 OBO. PAUL LIVESTOCK SCALE, manual weight, $850 OBO. Call 970-520-5915 or 719-339-9399 9/28
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PICKER NEW IDEA UNI
SYSTEM: Tractor is 803C, big engine, rear wheel assist, 839 husking bed, field ready. $30,000 OBO. For more information, call Db Garber at 605-228-0471 9/21
FOR SALE: Vermeer 7000 bale processor with hydraulic deflector. Rowse 9’ 3 pt. mower with New Holland head. H&S 14 wheel high capacity v-rake. Gehl 12 wheel vrake. Gehl 1410 manure spreader with double apron chain, slop gate, 410 bushel spreader, shedded, very nice. John Deere 2155 diesel tractor, wide front, 3 pt., 3 hydraulics, runs great. International 656 tractor, gas, wide front. 2015 Volvo (day cab), 10 speed manual, D13 455 HP, air ride, a/c, cruise control, 229” wheelbase, 11r 22.5 tires with aluminum rims, quarter fenders, 423,000 miles, very clean truck, runs great. 2008 Mack semi, MP8 engine, Eaton 13 speed transmission, A/C, air ride, brand new 11r 24.5 tires, full fenders, 363,000 miles, excellent truck. Unverferth 36’ header trailer with extendable hitch. Two H&S 7+4 16’ chuckwagons with bunk feeding extensions and tandem 14 ton running gear. John Deere 716A chuckwagons with John Deere running gear and bunk feeding extensions, been shedded, nice condition. 24’ portable ground hay/bale feeder. 12’ HD box scraper with tilt. Farm King 8’ snowblower with hydraulic spout. All in very nice condition!! Call 605-999-5482 9/21
FOR SALE: Krause 5400 notill drill, 30’, 7.5” double disk precision openers, 2 pt. hitch, fertilizer with 300 gallon tank and monitor, markers. Call 970-520-8131 9/28
EQUIPMENT FOR SALE, FARMER RETIRING: 9600 John Deere combine with 930 30’ grain header and an 893 8 row 30” corn header. A 20’ Krause offset disc (new blades in front). 24’ Model 630 John Deere tandem disc. Safety pull with a bull hitch. John Deere front suitcase weights. IHC front suitcase weights. Round John Deere wheel weights. Two 1,000 gallon fuel tanks with pumps. 500 gallon round fuel tank with stand. Contact Greg Keller at 406-679-1136 10/12
OILFIELD PIPE: PRICE REDUCED!! RPJ Enterprises, Inc. 2 3/8”, 2 7/8” and 4.5” is available, pricing is coming down. Used for fencing, corrals, cattle guards, etc. 2 3/8” and 2 7/8” are on average 31.5’ long per joint. Pierce, CO. Call for details, 970-324-4580 1/11
PIPE FOR SALE!! 2 7/8”, 3 1/2” tubing, 4” drill pipe, 4 1/2” casing, 5” casing, 7” casing. Rods 3/4”, 7/8” and 1” located in Montana, can ship anywhere. Call Mike, 602-758-4447. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 9/21 Property
LODGEPOLE PRODUCTS, 307-742-6992, SERVING AGRIBUSINESSES SINCE 1975!! Treated posts, corral poles, buckand-rail, western rail, fence stays, rough-sawn lumber, bedding. SEE US at www.lodgepoleproducts.com and click our “Picking A Fence Post” tab to see why folks choose our posts!! TFN
NORTHEAST OREGON, THE DLX RANCH: Located near Baker City, OR the DLX is noted as one of the most productive and finest ranches around. It is well balanced and contains 17,000 deeded acres with 4,000 acres of irrigated meadows and cropland. Native and improved rangeland provides good spring and summer pasture. The ranch is well improved with nice homes, excellent livestock working facilities and is noted for its production and ease of operation and management. Abundant water and over 6 miles of the Powder River running through the ranch provide for not only production but unbelievable waterfowl and upland game bird habitat. The ranch also provides good populations of elk and mule deer. Situated in the heart of the Baker Valley, the ranch enjoys very scenic mountain views and is very private yet only a short drive to Baker City, OR. Currently operated as a commercial cow/calf operation with a permitted feedlot. The ranch would also make an ideal yearling or combination operation. It is rare to find this quality of a ranch and particularly a property that is a going concern. This is a first-time offering and we look forward to hearing from you. $32,500,000. Livestock and rolling stock available by separate treaty. Please give us a call for further information, Greg Sackos, 541-5234434 (office) or 208-598-0267 (cell), Intermountain Realty, www.intermountainland.com 10/5
1,230 ACRES OF PRIME AGRICULTURAL NON-IRRIGATED FARMLAND: Soils consist primarily of silt and sand loams. Located east of Hawk Springs, WY along the Wyoming/Nebraska state line. Professional care is dedicated to optimizing soil health. Divisible into smaller parcels to meet your investment needs. No improvements. $1,100,000. 3,316± DEEDED ACRES consisting of improved meadow grass and lush hard grasses. Run 250± cows through 12 pastures. Outstanding condition. Nice home plus excellent corrals and calving facilities. Natural tree-lined draws for livestock protection. Hawk Springs, WY. Seller is considering offers at this time. “WAS $5,100,000 NOW $4,700,000!! Pictures and video at www.buyaranch.com Call Casey Essert, Land Broker, 307-532-1750 TFN
IRRIGATED FARM GROUND AND HOMESITE, 179 acres with 169 acres of irrigation from Willwood Irrigation District. Historically has grown hay, corn, grain and row crops. Irrigated by ditch and gated pipe. Yearround stock water, lots of tree covered draws for livestock. Excellent home sites with natural gas and electric available. Near Powell, WY. $849,000. Call 307-219-2217 or 719-2178054 9/21
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During the public comment period, Wyoming Farm Bureau Federation Director of Public and Governmental Affairs
Brett Moline addressed the committee on verbiage in the bill and questioned if the bill would affect diversion use.
Gebhart noted the bill’s verbiage involving senior and junior water rights could be made more specific if additional verbiage was added to the draft bill and would help the committee when they work the bill.
The draft bill would extend the number of years for which temporary water rights may be granted, provide exceptions, amend and protect the rights of senior owners of permanent water rights and provide for an effective date.
Wyoming Department of Agriculture update Wyoming Department of Agriculture (WDA) Director Doug Miyamoto led the next topic of discussion – meat inspection and labeling.
He stated, “Due to prior audit results, we needed to increase communication and streamline our processes regarding meat processing.”
He noted the WDA recently conducted meetings with processors, primarily with customexempt processing and processors who operate under U.S. Department of Agriculture exemptions, to see if there was a method to increase effective communication about regulations, specifically around the topic of labeling.
Consumer Health Services Manager Justin Latham provided the committee with insight into why proper labeling is critical.
“Three major labeling changes have come out this year, including a sesame allergen notification; new animal-raising claims regulations, which came out in August, and safe and suitable ingredients,” Latham mentioned.
He said WDA has taken action items to improve label approvals, created a label factsheet for processors to utilize and implemented a new label portal page, which tracks the total time of processing the request.
Local Butcher Alex Spring, owner of Chug Springs Butchery, LLC, brought forth comments during the public comment period from area meat processors about cumbersome state regulations and various issues they have had with WDA.
Also joining the conversation was John Butler, Jr., owner of 307 Processing and Sausage in Byron, voicing his frustrations about how the labeling process is very time consuming and expensive.
RHAP updates
WDA Natural Resources and Policy Manager Chris Wichmann updated the Joint Ag Committee on ongoing projects the department is currently working on, including rangeland health assessment program (RHAP) projects.
Wichmann stated, “Overall benefits of the program are improved
WY. Drivers earn up to $1,900/ week. Loaders earn $25/hour with flexible schedule. Flexible work schedules. Drivers must have CDL-A with Doubles Endorsement. To apply please call 651-364-9578. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 10/12
communications between agencies and permittees, joint cooperative monitoring and defensible data collection.”
Significant outcomes include cooperative monitoring, which has occurred on approximately 9.9 million acres; completion of the National Environmental Policy Act process on numerous grazing permits and reducing challenges from third parties related to grazing issues on federal lands.
Ongoing work includes addressing forage conflict with Bighorn sheep, restocking domestic sheep back into their allotments and assisting conservation districts in the development of RHAP programs.
Wyoming State Forestry update
Wyoming Office of State Land and Investments State Forester Kelly Norris provided the committee with an update on local fire impact and fire rehabilitation programs.
“All 23 Wyoming counties participate in the Emergency Fire Suppression Account (EFSA), and to date, there are approximately $9 million in this account,” she added. “Recently, we made a supplemental request to add an additional $20 million into the account to help handle other large emergency fire situations and hope to get this approved in the legislative session this winter.”
She continued, “We have seen a large portion of the wildfires this year burn private lands, and this means a large portion of EFSA funds will go to cover those damages. So far, 75 percent of Wyoming fires burned private land, and nine percent have been on state land.”
at the Eastern Montana Fairgrounds in Miles City, Mont.
The sale kicked off with the 11th Annual Montana Ewe Sale on Sept. 11, selling a total of 478 ewes for an overall average of $354 per head. The sale grossed $169,155.
John and Betty Sampsel of Hughes Newford Company in Stanford, Mont. donated a yearling Targhee ewe at the beginning of the sale. Proceeds made from the sale were collected to support legislative efforts, and together 10 donors raised $6,925 for the cause.
During the sale, five head of black-faced ewe lambs averaged $650 per head. White-faced yearling ewes averaged $351 on 473 head.
Pens of 10 averaged $408 per head, pens of 20 averaged $383 per head and off-site lots averaged $290 per head.
She mentioned wildfire rehabilitation for the large grassland fires Wyoming has seen this year is going to take some time, in order to assess the damages and erosion issues.
“Seedling and regrowth assessment can take a few months, and it could take a few years to monitor conditions,” she said. “We have found native Wyoming tree seeds are not easily accessible or available, so we have been developing a native tree seed collection program.”
Following the forestry update, Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust Executive Director Bob Budd reported on current invasive weed control and funding.
“We need to identify areas of highest priority, areas which do not need treatment and areas where we have physical and restoration issues, which goes beyond treatment, and focus on those priorities in the coming year to preclude invasive forms taking a foothold in areas of opportunities,” he stated.
But, it will take time to see how much funding will be available and how invasive weed control will look since a large number of acres have been burned, he noted.
“A post-burn weed management program is estimated to take five to six years,” stated Wyoming Weed and Pest Council Program Coordinator Lindsey Woodward.
Multiple questions from the Joint Ag Committee arose with concerns on how much this process will cost, how to be prepared for the years to come and funding needed.
Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
25 donors raised $5,685. Thirty-nine black-faced rams averaged $924 per head.
A Suffolk ram consigned by Dawe Suffolks of Big Timber, Mont. was the high-selling black-faced ram, going for $2,700 to Mike Hoggan of Valier, Mont. Rambouillet bucks averaged $1,233 on 48 head, and a pen of two consigned by Helle Rambouillet of Dillion, Mont. topped the sale. They were purchased for $2,100. each by Peter Wirtzfield.
A total of 170 Targhee rams sold for an average of $1,765 per head. The highselling Targhee ram was consigned by Sam Ortmann of Wolf Point, Mont. and sold to Turner Sheep Company of Wyoming for $7,500. This was also the overall top-selling ram in the entire sale.
The Roeder family of Montana Sheep Company in Fairfield, Mont. topped the sale with 10 head of Targhee ewes which sold for $700 per head to Chip Dye of Alzada, Mont., and the volume buyer was Bill Schaefer of Hoven, S.D.
99th Montana Ram Sale
On Sept. 12, MWGA held the 99th Annual Montana Ram Sale, offering 260 bucks for an overall average of $1,525 per head and a total of $396,600.
At the beginning of the sale, Garrett and Katie Harrington of Rocking ‘H Welding donated two panels and a gate, which were auctioned off to generate funds for ranchers affected by the Remington Fire. Together,
Additionally, three head of South African Meat Merino cross bucks were offered by the Montana Ag Experiment Station of Bozeman, Mont. The three rams averaged $400 per head and the top seller brought $600.
“The MWGA would like to extend a big thank you to all buyers and bidders of both sales,” wrote MWGA in a Sept. 13 press release. “Thank you to Lewistown, Inc. for clerking and sale management and Sam Fraser of Frontier Productions, LLC for the online sale hosting. Thank you to our Auctioneers Kyle Shobe and Cole Morrison for another year of great teamwork from the auction block.”
Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.
Known as the “Father of the Brand Specifications,” Dr. Bobby VanStavern was committed to improving beef quality. His legacy lives on in the Dr. Bobby VanStavern Award for Beef Quality Research.
Established by Certified Angus Beef (CAB), the award was created to recognize outstanding student research dedicated to advancing beef quality.
The 2024 recipient is William Boyd for his research titled, “Instrumental Assessment of Marbling and Objective Color Post-Ribbing.”
Boyd is a graduate student at West Texas A&M University. His work explores how temperature and bloom time affect the instrumental assessment of marbling and muscle color in beef, offering valuable insights into enhancing beef grading accuracy and quality.
“Results from this assessment of marbling and objective color indicated instrument-assessed marbling scores are maximized immediately after ribbing due to maximum color contrast,” Boyd said. “PVC film should be used as a tool for sustaining marbling scores for regarded carcasses.”
With lack of marbling the most common reason a carcass fails to qualify for CAB, the brand recognizes Boyd for his research aimed at improving accuracy and consistency in marbling scores.
Upon graduation, Boyd plans to pursue a career in the beef cattle or meat processing industry, with an intent to further improve the beef industry.
University of Wyoming (UW) Extension has appointed three educators to vital leadership positions.
Natrona County Educator Joddee Jacobsen is the new community vitality and health (CVH) program leader and Hot Springs County Educator Barton Stam is the program leader for the agriculture and natural resources (ANR) team. Finally, Samantha Krieger is now the 4-H youth development program leader.
Krieger is filling a recently vacated full-time role in the state 4-H program, while the CVH and ANR positions are newly created part-time commitments which complement educators’ current responsibilities. All three positions are designed to provide leadership to UW Extension focus areas, which will elevate programming quality.
“Our program leaders are accomplished educa-
tors in Extension who will help teams develop, deliver and evaluate quality programs,” says Mandy Marney, director of UW Extension. “These positions will help people find ways to work together within their respective teams and across teams, in addition to county and area-focused programming.”
As program leaders collaborate with other members of the administrative team to develop evaluation tools in all focus areas, educators will be equipped with better tools to assess which programs are most impactful in their individual counties.
CVH educator creates new programs
Jacobsen has served UW Extension for over five years, beginning as the Natrona County 4-H educator and taking on a role as a CVH educator in 2022.
Jacobsen has helped develop several innovative
programs during her time as a CVH educator, including the Food, Fun, 4-H Program and Wyoming Walks. Both initiatives aim to help people find new ways to engage with their families and their communities.
As program leader, Jacobsen looks forward to continuing to develop activities which respond to the current challenges and opportunities Wyoming citizens are experiencing. She also hopes to “support current stakeholders while actively engaging new stakeholders to enhance and expand Extension programming throughout the state.”
Long-time ANR educator supports teamwork
Stam has served UW Extension for more than two decades. His leadership experience within UW Extension includes acting as an elected chair of the range initiative team. He also cofounded UW Exten-
sion’s annual Ranch Camp, a weeklong program providing eligible applicants over the age of 18 with practical ranch management experience.
Stam is excited to see the ANR team almost fully staffed.
“Our newer hires have a broad range of expertise, skills and experience,” he says. “I see the UW Extension ANR team as well positioned to meet the needs of our traditional clientele and address emerging issues.”
4-H educator
builds community
Krieger, who previously served as a 4-H educator in Uinta County, is the new 4-H youth development program leader.
Krieger is passionate about how 4-H can help both youth and their communities. She envisions Wyoming 4-H as a “thriving community where youth are empowered to reach their full potential.”
As the Uinta County 4-H educator, Krieger conducted a comprehensive needs assessment for Uinta County, enabling her to recruit 71 new 4-H members, 20 new adult volunteers and 43 new families.
Krieger partnered with Uinta County community organizations to introduce science, technology, engineering and math based 4-H programming, in addition to running traditional 4-H program activities like camps,
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 8
DUBOIS
1 Cow, 1715# $126.50
1 Cow, 1380# $121.00
BAGGS
2 Cow, 1585# $120.50
THERMOPOLIS
2 Cow, 1230# $119.50
1 Cow, 1250# $118.00
CODY
THERMOPOLIS
1 Cow, 1475# $117.50
3 Cow, 1268# $116.00
CODY
PAVILLION
1 Cow, 1410# $115.50
1 Cow, 1480# $115.00
CODY 3 Cow, 1363# $114.50
THERMOPOLIS
4 Cow, 1145# $114.00
CODY
6 Cow, 1304# $113.50
5 Cow, 1412# $113.50
7 Cow, 1269# $112.50
PAVILLION
5 Cow, 1399# $112.00
CROWHEART
4 Cow, 1478# $111.00
DANIEL
1 Cow, 1485# $111.00
PAVILLION
4 Cow, 1353# $110.00 BULLS
RIVERTON
1 Bull, 1120# $173.00
PAVILLION
1 Bull, 2095# $164.50
RIVERTON
1 Bull, 2390# $160.00
FARSON 1 Bull, 1780# $150.00
BAGGS 1 Bull, 1880# $149.00
DANIEL 1 Bull, 1595# $146.50
1 Bull, 1855# $145.00
PINEDALE
1 Bull, 1785# $145.00
1 Bull, 1615# $144.00
LANDER
1 Bull, 1730# $144.00
3 Bull, 1733# $141.00 FARSON
2 Bull, 1870# $139.00 STEERS LANDER
10 Steer, 305# $393.00
Steer, 405# $358.50 4 Steer, 371# $353.00
TEN SLEEP 17 Heifer, 919# $218.00
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL W/ SHEEP & HORSES • START TIME 9:00 AM W/ SHEEP
YEARLINGS
Graham Ranch – 75 Strs and Spayed Hfrs #750. One Brand! High Dessert!
Louis Roberts- 35 Blk Ang Yrlng Strs 825-800#. High elevation.
Tim Tolton- 20 Blk Ang & AngX Yrlng Strs & Spayed Hfrs 700-900#. One brand. High elevation, no implants!
Abbey Hardeman- 11 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 750800#. High elevation. All natural!
CALVES
Jamie Sorrels- 35 Blk Ang/LimX Strs & Hfrs 450-600#. Rec 8 way @ branding. Fancy, thick built calves! SHEEP Johnson Farms- 100 white face lambs. 100#
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM
YEARLINGS
Pinto Ranch- 280 Blk Ang & AngX Yrlng Strs 925-975#. Outstanding, high elevation Yrlng Steers! They will be a great set of feeders!
RR Ranch- 80 EnglishX Spayed Yrlng Hfrs #700-725#. High Elevation. Green! CALVES
Flagstone Ranch- 400 Mostly Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 450500#. Rec Bovishield Gold 5 & 7-way @ Branding. One Iron & High desert!
Wyoming Honor Farm- 150 Blk Ang Strs 475-550#
100 Blk Ang Hfrs 450-500#. Comp vacc @ Birth & Branding (Vision 8 w/ Somnus & Once PMH IN).
Sired by Hancock & Northwest Angus Association Blk Ang bulls. Powerful, stout calves!
Warren Flelming- 90 Blk Angus/AngX Strs & Hfrs 550600#. Rec Pyramid 5 w/presponse and 7 way @ branding. Sired by Herring Bulls. Powerful Calves!
Smoky Mountain Ranch- 65 Blk & BWF Strs & Hfrs 425-450#. High elevation, nice All natural calves!
Jeff Young- 30 Blk Ang Strs 500-600#
20 Blk Ang Hfrs 50-600#. Rec Calf-Guard @birth, Vision 7 w/spur & Vista Once, additional booster of the same given a month later. March/April calves. Sired by SO and Abernathy Bulls
Bruce Robertson- 30 Blk Ang & AngX Str Calves
500#. Rec Pyramid 5 w/presponse and 7 way @ branding. High Elevation. 100% Angus Sired. Fancy! Tim O’Neal- 20 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500-550#. Rec Vision 8 w/Somnus @ branding. Sired by SO Cattle Blk Ang Bulls. Great set of high gaining calves!
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM
YEARLINGS
Eastfork Livestock- 370 Blk, BWF, RWF, small % Hereford Yrlng Strs 850-950#. 95 Blk, BWF, RWF, small % Hereford Spayed Yrlng Hfrs.
30 Blk, BWF, RWF, small % Hereford PTO
850#. Cattle have had 2 rounds of Vista Once SQ & 8way. Sired by great Herd bulls. This is a reputation set of High Elevation, High Performance Yearlings!!
JM Livestock- 120 Crossbred Spayed Yrlng Hfrs 675750#. High desert & Green!
CALVES
Ruby Ranch- 250 Blk Ang Strs 450-525#. 150 Blk Ang Hfrs 425-500#. Rec Vista 5, Nasalgen & 7way @ branding. Sired by powerful Blk Ang Bulls (predom. Lucky 7 bulls) High elevation & Fancy!!
Joe & Deanna Crofts- 350 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 400-450#. Rec Virashield 6, Vision 8 w/Somnus +Spur. Year-round mineral program. 100% Black Angus sired. One iron, high desert, green & Fancy!
Mike & Cindy Fabrizius- 310 Blk Ang & AngX 400-450#. Rec Vision 7 w/ Somnus, Once PMH Nasalgen, Vista Once & Multi Min @ Branding. Complete mineral program at all times. High quality genetics! One brand, high elevation!
Bitterroot Ranch- 175 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 550-600#. Rec Vista Once SQ, 7 way & Fusoguard @branding. 100% Lucky 7 Angus sired & multiple generations of Low PAP, feed efficient genetics! Reputation, high elevation!
Wanda Miller- 150 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500-575#. Comp vacc @ Branding. High elevation. Sired by good Blk Angus bulls, great performing calves!
Huxtable & McKee- 90 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 530#. Rec Vista Once SQ & Vision 7 w/Somnus @ branding & Precon 9-13. Sired by Hancock & Northwest Angus Black Angus bulls. High elevation, Green, High Quality Calves!!
Diamond TA Cattle- 75 Blk & Red AngX Strs & Hfrs 520560#. Rec Ultrabac 8 & Pyramid 5 + Presponse @ branding. No implants. Sired by Loosli Delegate 339 Red Ang bulls & Powerful Blk Gelbvieh bulls. April/ May calves with growth!
Ryan & Dillon Hedges- 20 Blk & BWF w/ few Reds Strs 450-600#. Rec Vista Once & Vision 7 @ branding. Year-round mineral program. Sired by Hogg Sim/Ang & Jackson Simmentals. High elevation. Stout & high quality!
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 11
COW SALE • START TIME 9:00 AM
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM
CALVES
Jack & Amy Robinson- 180 Blk Ang/SimX Strs & Hfrs 550-650#. Rec Nasalgen, 8 way & Once PMH @ branding. Choice Black Sim/Ang sired calves! Summer over 8500 ft. Powerful feeding calves! Dwayne Aragon- 120 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 450525#. Comp vacc @ branding. 100% Blk Ang sired. Choice, High Desert calves! Scott & Brittany Harris- 55 Blk Ang & AngX Strs &
clinics, contests and fairs. In her new role, Krieger is excited to continue building a strong support system for youth and educators throughout the state. Jacobsen and Stam assumed their new responsibilities on Aug. 1, while Krieger started her new role on Sept. 3.
Hfrs 450-500#. Rec Nasalgen 3 PMH, Bovilis BVD & Vision 7 @ branding. Heifers are bangs vaccinated. Steers are knife cut. Sired by Sitz Blk Ang bulls & Valley View Charolais bulls. Powerful calves! High elevation & Fancy! Cris & Rudy Paravacini- 40 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 525550#. Rec Pyramid 5 + Presponse, 8 way & Mycoplasma @ branding & precon this fall. Sired by Connealy & Vermillion
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18
COW SALE • START TIME 9:00 AM
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 22
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM
YEARLINGS Roger Preston- 52 Blk Ang & AngX Yrlng Strs & Hfrs 850-950#. Comp vacc in the spring. One brand, high elevation!
CALVES
Josh & Avery Anderson- 400 Blk Ang & AngX Strs &
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29
CALF & YEARLING SPECIAL START TIME 9:00 AM
CALVES Trent & Bess Johnson- 450 Blk Ang & CharX Strs & Hfrs 400-450#. Rec Virashield 6 & Bar Vac 7 @ branding. Sired by McKim Charolais & Redland Redbank Blk Ang Bulls.