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Producers should consider culling females in certain prolapse situations While not particularly common, prolapses in cattle can occur and should be treated according to the type of prolapse the animal is experiencing. The two types of prolapses, uterine and vaginal, occur at distinct times. Uterine prolapses occur after calving and vaginal prolapses will generally occur towards the end of gestation. Research from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) station at Miles City, Mont., reported 153 of 13,296 calvings from a 14-year span were associated with prolapse of the reproductive tract. Of those 153 prolapses, 81 percent were vaginal prolapses and 19 percent were uterine prolapses. This same study reports subsequent pregnancy rate following prolapse among first-calf heifers was 28 percent, and the pregnancy rate among adult cows following a prolapse was only 57.9 percent. Uterine prolapse According to Oklahoma State University (OSU) Extension, uterine prolapses require immediate attention and if treated quickly, most animals have an uneventful recovery. “If the animal subsequently rebreeds and becomes pregnant, there is no reason to cull animals suffering uterine prolapse after calving as a uterine prolapse is not likely to reoccur,” notes OSU. However, more serious uterine prolapses can cause permanent damage to the uterus or cause infections, which can prevent conception in the future. Failure to treat a uterine prolapse can cause severe trauma to the uterus and the cow can die from hemorrhage or shock. According to the Merck Veterinary Manual, “Prolapse of the uterus occurs immediately after or within several hours of parturition, when the cervix is open and the uterus lacks tone. Prolapse of the complete postgravid uterine horn is most common in affected cows, and the mass of uterus may hang below the tarsi.” OSU Food Animal Medicine and Surgery Resident Elizabeth Crabtree notes while uterine prolapses are unlikely to reoccur and not related to any sort of genetic predisposition, certain factors can make some cows more likely to experience a uterine prolapse. “There are a handful of predisposing factors for uterine prolapses: a prior vaginal prolapse, low calcium levels and dystocia or difficult delivery. In beef cattle, a prolonged delivery is the most common cause,” Crabtree says. “For this reason, the best prevention of a uterine prolapse is early intervention when a heifer or cow is

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having difficulty calving.” Vaginal prolapses While they may appear to be less serious than a uterine prolapse due to being smaller in size, a vaginal prolapse also needs to be treated as an emergency. Due to the repetitive and genetic nature of vaginal prolapses, many professionals recommend to cull any cattle who experience a vaginal prolapse. According to Michigan State University Veterinarian Jennifer Roberts, vaginal prolapses can occur with or without the prolapse of the cervix and usually occurs in mature animals in the last trimester of pregnancy. The Merck Veterinary Manual explains, “The prolapse begins as an intussusception-like folding of the vaginal floor just cranial to the vestibulovaginal junction. Discomfort caused by this eversion, coupled with irritation and swelling of the exposed mucosa, results in straining and more extensive prolapse.” “Eventually, the entire vagina may be prolapsed, with the cervix visible at the most caudal part of the prolapsed tissue. The bladder or loops of the intestine may be contained within the prolapsed vagina,” the manual continues. “As the bladder moves into the prolapsed vagina, the urethra may be occluded. The bladder then fills and enlarges, which hinders correction of the vaginal prolapse unless the bladder is first drained. The bladder may even rupture with potentially fatal consequences.” Roberts notes there is a genetic component of vaginal prolapses, particularly with Hereford and Brahman-influenced breeds. Other predisposing factors include grazing certain types of estrogenic clover, use of growth implants and repeated exposure to concentrated estrogen. Treatment Roberts stresses the importance of treating uterine prolapses as soon as possible to save the life of

the animal and salvage the future fertility. “In cows, treatment

involves removing the placenta, thoroughly cleaning the endometrial surface and

surgically repairing any lacerations,” she says. “Applying sugar to the surface of

the uterus or rinsing with hypertonic saline can help to reduce edema and aid reduction of the prolapse.” Crabtree notes vaginal prolapse is generally smaller in size with a smooth to slightly wrinkled look. “Treatment for a vaginal prolapse is rather straight forward,” Crabtree says. “Replace the vagina into normal position with the assistance of an epidural anesthesia. A Buhner’s stitch is placed to keep the prolapse from reoccurring.” “This stitch will need to be removed once calving starts because it will impede the progress of labor and endanger the cow and calf,” concludes Crabtree. Callie Hanson is a corresponding writer for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Weed specialist explains cover crops are a tool to compete with pests On Feb. 3 during a Cover Crop Strategies podcast, University of NebraskaLincoln Weed Management Extension Educator Chris Proctor shares his thoughts on the advantages of cover crops. Utilizing cover crops can be an effective tool when managing weed suppression as cover crops are able to compete with weeds for sunlight and water, he notes. “It’s about resource competition,” says Proctor. “Cover crops can effectively suppress weeds and keep them from emerging or slow their growth down.” Cover crops have the ability to change microenvironments where weeds are germinating, which can delay the time those weeds begin to emerge to a later part of the growing season. A recent study in Kansas, which utilized wheat as a cover crop, showed delayed palmer amaranth growth by 50 percent of emergence from mid-May to mid-June, Proctor shares. Cover crops also have the ability to reduce the density of weeds, he says, noting, “Fewer weeds tend

to emerge where cover crops are present.” Proctor reminds producers all weeds won’t disappear with the use of cover crops, but there will be fewer weeds emerging as they become less competitive. “Cover crops compete for resources weeds might otherwise utilize. The faster producers can establish a cover crop, the more competitive it can be against emerging weeds,” Proctor says. Competitive cover crops also reduce weed size and biomass when planted at the correct times. Pest management system Proctor discussed three main tools – herbicides, pesticides and cover crops – he feels an effective pest management system can include. Producers are encouraged to not rely on herbicides to do all of the work when it comes to managing weeds. If herbicides are not used in the correct way, weeds can develop resistance, Proctor shares. He views using cover crops as diversifying the overall management system – transferring some of

the workload from the herbicides to the cover crops. Proctor finds no-tillage fields benefit greatly from using cover crops to manage weeds instead of increasing the use of herbicides. “Cover crops are a tool to play a role that tillage once played,” he says. Another advantage of planting cover crops is the ability to minimize reliance on pesticides. Different cover crop species can attract beneficial or predatory insects. Increasing these insect populations can have a positive impact on insects which typically act as pests and negatively affect cash crops. “Usually, we see a greater diversity of insects in fields that are growing cover crops than those without,” Proctor explains. “Having a broader diversity of insects present tends to be beneficial to the system as a whole.” Financial benefits Cover crops may also offer growers a financial benefit by decreasing the cost of herbicides and pesticides each year. Proctor says he’s not yet seen cover

crops used instead of herbicides, but it’s what growers are “striving towards.” Proctor says a major goal of growers is identifying the economic value cover crops are providing and identifying how much weed suppression they are getting from cover crops. More and more growers are interested in interseeding cover crops into cash crops. For example, interseeding a cover crop into corn early in the growing season, preferably during week three or four, may offer enough weed suppression benefits to last into the season, he explains. This practice can potentially limit a herbicide program, he says. Proctor is interested in finding out if producers can successfully manage continuously growing cover crops throughout the season. In this scenario, when one cover crop is terminated, a cash crop is planted and a cover crop is planted right into the cash crop to “keep the cycle going.” “I think the closer we can get to this ideal, the more success we might see

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in being able to start minimizing the herbicides used. It’s not the tool to straight replace herbicides yet,” he says. Species selection Proctor encourages producers to find out how cover crops can fit into their system and help meet their goals. There isn’t one cover crop species best for all growers to reduce disease and weeds, he shares. “Species selection depends a lot on your goal and what the windows of opportunity are within your system,” Proctor says. “Diversity tends to improve resilience and our ability for our system to be managed through different environmental conditions.” He finds traditional cropping systems with a short window between harvest and planting, such as corn and soybeans, benefit from planting winter cereal grains as cover crops. Cropping systems with a larger window between harvesting and planting, such as wheat, offer more time for growers to establish a whole range of cover crops, including opportunities for interseeding and

establishing more diverse mixes, he explains. “I think there’s value in these diverse mixes if you allow yourself enough opportunity for these mixes to establish, grow and produce biomass,” he says. “If we don’t have enough seasons for those mixes to grow, they tend to be more expensive and your money is better spent focusing on one or two species you know will be successful rather than trying to push a mix that might not be successful.” He encourages producers to think about their individual systems and the goals they’re trying to achieve. Proctor says new growers should start small and work their way up, figuring out what works and how to be successful. “It’s a little bit of trial and error for each field and each grower. Considering it a one size fits all just wouldn’t be true,” Proctor concludes. Kaitlyn Root is an editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

Assessing cow nutrition during late gestation It can be tempting to try to save some money by letting dry cows rough it on low-quality forage with little to no supplement, but this is not the time to skimp on nutrition. As a cow moves from mid- to late-gestation, her energy requirement increases 25 percent and her protein requirement increases by 10 percent. During the last month prior to calving, the fetus is gaining approximately one pound per day. Research has shown cows who are in a body condition score (BCS) of four or less at calving have decreased concentration of immunoglobulins in the colostrum compared to cows in a BCS of five to six. Calves born to thin cows may be weak and slow to nurse, resulting in reduced consumption of colostrum making them more susceptible to disease. Additionally, providing proper nutrition during late gestation helps prepare the cow for lactation and rebreeding. Considerations There are several points for producers to consider regarding late gestation nutrition. A calving BCS of five to six is optimal. It is more economical to put condition on a cow during late gestation than after calving due to the increased nutrient demand for lactation. A cow must gain 75 pounds of body weight to increase one full BCS, but during late gestation,

this number increases to account for fetal growth and placental weight. Cows in good condition can maintain or slightly increase BCS with protein supplementation on low-quality forage. If cows are thin, both protein and energy supplementation is needed to increase BCS. Supplementing corn alone to cows on a forage-based diet can reduce forage intake and digestibility, as well as result in weight loss if the cows’ protein requirement is not met. Consider separating and feeding thin cows from cows in good condition. Staying ahead At the end of the day, cow condition is essentially an insurance policy. Staying ahead of the game and maintaining cow condition rather than letting cows slip and get behind can really pay down the road. For more information, see the NebGuide, “Supplementation Needs for Gestating and Lactating Beef Cows and Comparing the Prices of Supplement Sources” at extensionpublications.unl.edu/ assets/pdf/g2268.pdf. For assistance with ration development for a herd, contact your local Beef Extension personnel. Erin Laborie is a Beef Systems Extension Educator at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and is based in Beaver City, Neb. She can be reached at erin.laborie@unl.edu.

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Annual Fremont County Cattleman’s Association meeting and banquet held Lander – The Fremont County Cattleman’s Association hosted their annual banquet and meeting Jan. 29. During the event attendees were provided an update on the happenings of the association, the year ahead, giveaways, speaker presentations, Fremont County Fair updates and agency reports. The association began their membership meeting with a lunch sponsored by Farm Credit Services of America and had over 57 people in attendance. Former Fremont County Cattleman’s Association President Annette Bregar shared she was pleased with the numbers in attendance for the event this year. The newly elected officer team includes President

Jac Klaahsen, Vice President Clay Espinosa and Secretary and Treasurer Katelin Jamerman. During the meeting, several speakers gave updates on a variety of county, state and national topics affecting Wyoming. According to the meeting agenda minutes, several Wyoming organizations presented. Wyoming Public Lands Counsel Jim Hellyer and Wyoming Game and Fish Department Joe Crofts provided the Fremont County Fair report and Sen. John Barrasso (R-WY) offered updates on national issues affecting Wyoming. Later in the evening the annual banquet hosted nearly 200 people. The night was filled with dinner and presentations from Wyoming

Awards recipients – On Jan. 29, during the Annual Fremont County Cattleman’s Association meeting buckles were awarded to Fremont County Commercial Cow Program winners. Pictured left to right, Taven McConnaughey, Phase One winner Kayler McConnaughey, Top Gaining Steer Award winner Jamie Fidler and Phase Two winner Ellie Walters. Courtesy photo

Stock Growers Association (WSGA) President David Kane, WSGA Executive Vice President Jim Magagna and Low Carbon Beef’s Colin Beal, who all spoke at the meeting earlier in the day, as well. The night also included a free 200-head pregnancy test donated by Dr. Jake Hall of High Country Vet Service. 2022 Fremont County Cattleman’s Association’s paid members were eligible for the drawing and Mike Fabrizius of Riverton was the winner. Annually, the association spends roughly $3,500 a year towards the county’s youth beef show at the Fremont County Fair, shared Bregar. In addition, the group supports cattle born and raised in a Fremont County Commercial Cow Contest. In Phase One of the contest, a yearling heifer must be weighed and identified at the official Fremont County Fair tagging. The heifer will be bred at least 30 days prior to the show and be shown by halter. The judge scores the projects by cow efficiency, a ratio of calf to cow weight, visual appearance and production records. The 2021 Phase One winner was Kayler McConnaughey. In Phase Two, a cow must be bred at least 30 days prior to the fair and must have been shown in Phase One the previous year. The cow must have calved prior to the fair and the calf will

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also be shown at halter. The cow/calf pair will be judged and the participants record books will be evaluated. Both the cow and calf will be weighed at weigh-in, shares the Fremont County Fair book. In Phase Two, the pair will be judged on cow efficiency, visual appearance and production records. The 2021 Phase Two winner was Ellie Walters. In addition, a Top Gaining Animal Award is given at the fair in a Fremont County Born and Raised Market Beef Contest. The contest is open to Fremont County 4-H and FFA members who are enrolled in the beef project. Only two calves per exhibi-

tor can be entered and must have a haired over brand registered to a Fremont County beef producer or to a Fremont County 4-H or FFA member. The top two county owned calves, steers or heifers, from each class will be brought back for the champion lineup. The Fremont County Cattleman’s Association will keep track of the county-raised calves for each class. The 2021 Top Gaining Animal Award winner was Jamie Fidler. In order to compete in the contest, participants must have their calves tagged and weighed in at the official Fremont County

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Beef tagging. Bregar reported nearly 120 cattle projects were recently tagged for the 2022 Fremont County Fair. Wyoming youth is the next generation of ranching and the Fremont County Cattleman’s Association is excited to have youth involved in this project, shared Bregar. The group strives to encourage and promote beef production to individuals of all ages by hosting multiple events at the annual county fair and other countywide events. Brittany Gunn is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@ wylr.net.

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It’s the Pitts by Lee Pitts

Doctor's Orders I live in fall-calving country and this means most ranchers brand their calves in January and February. In the wake of increasing numbers of COVID-19 cases, many ranchers don’t know whether they should cancel or go ahead with their brandings. Because of the speed at which the omicron variant is spreading, ranchers have many questions as to how they can keep their branding from becoming a superspreader event. Until now, the all-knowing, all-seeing, Dr. Fowl Chee, has not given

the cattle community their marching orders as to how they should proceed. Because of all the publicity surrounding Dr. Fowl Chee’s candidacy for People Magazine’s Sexiest Man of the Year Award and Time Magazine’s Person of the Year, the demands on his time have been enormous. Thanks to our political clout we were able to arrange an interview with the great man himself. So, here are our marching orders from Dr. Fowl Chee. Us: Should ranchers proceed with their brandings

and if so, what special precautions should they take? Fowl Chee: If, against my best advice, cattlemen do decide to proceed with their branding, they should insist all participants self isolate for 10 days prior to, and 10 days after the event. Only essential workers should be invited to participate. This means no fence sitters, town folks, Extension agents, bad ropers, crippled old cowboys or donuthogging kids. These essential workers should be met at the front gate by a ranch representative who is gowned, masked and wearing a face shield. The ranch rep should demand to see proof of at least three vaccinations, including a booster. If the documentation looks like it was purchased off the internet, they should be turned away. Before unloading their horse, cowboys should get

out of their pajamas they’ve been wearing for two years during lockdown and put on a mask and sterile gloves. Us: Is that it? Fowl Chee: Cowboys should also disinfect their saddle, rope and other tack with an approved disinfectant in which I own lots of stock. Their horse should also be wearing a mask, which can be made by sewing several new coffee filters together. They should also be careful not to touch their face with their hands. Us: Oh, that’s easy Fowl Chee. Most of the participants will have a beer in each hand anyway, making it very difficult to touch their face. Fowl Chee: This is no laughing matter. There should be no after-party and participants should wear a mask at all times. No bandanas or wild rags. And none of these new sick masks that say, “Thanks for wearing a mask so I don't have to.”

Walk Like a Politician This one is for the agriculturists and the agriculturists only. Last night, I attended our county Farm Bureau’s meeting as I am the new committee chair of the Young Farmer & Rancher (YF&R) Committee. This basically means it’s my job to get young adults involved in Farm Bureau. On my drive home, I thought about ways to appeal to “young farmers and ranchers” in our county, and I had some ideas for fun, socialdriven events – maybe some live music mixed with a little general ag talk, free beer for YF&R members with a little dose of ag trivia, steak dinner plus an educational speaker. You know, a good balance of social and professional to appeal to potential YF&R members and keep them coming back so one day, they will be the ones presenting ag pol-

icy to the Senate Ag Committee as a Farm Bureau representative – big dreams, I know. My thought process behind this is simple, “give a little to get a little.” And this statement, my friends, is what this entire column could be summed up as. But if you know me, you know I can’t just leave it at that. If it wasn’t for agriculture feeding and clothing the masses, there wouldn’t be any other industries. In my completely biased, but well thought out opinion: We are the backbone of society. Because of this, there are a lot of big decisions being made regarding agriculture such as trade policy, land and water acts, labeling laws, you name it. And because of THAT, there are umpteen opinions spanning across a spectrum as wide as the Mississippi River,

Us: Isn’t there a big debate about how effective face masks are? Fowl Chee: We have found numerous benefits to wearing them. People can’t smell your anchovy-pizza laced breath, they’ll keep your face warm, no one will know who you are when you rope a fence post instead of a calf and you won’t get any cow pucky in your nose or mouth. And cowboys won’t be able to put any of that disgusting tobacco in their mouth. And if they do, there will be no spitting. Us: Doctor, can cattle spread the coronavirus? Fowl Chee: At this point we don’t know, but we have sent $125 million to the Wuhan lab to infect 200 cows, which will then be turned into the general population. Believe me, you’ll be the first to know. Us: Many ranchers are anti-vaxxers and anti-maskers, and some even think the from radical view to a “who cares?” attitude. Those stances are all well and good, but they don’t allow us to move forward. In order to get anything done, we can’t demand one harsh opinion against another – we’ve got to compromise or “meet in the middle,” if you will. Meeting in the middle is a practice used in friendships, office culture, marriages, politics and so much more. Essentially, it means you’ve got to compromise for everyone to win. I think, for the betterment of agriculture, we’ve got to meet in the middle every once in a while. Say, “Okay animal rights activists, I see you’re upset about animal welfare. Let’s develop an animal welfare law which fills a few of your needs and a few of ours.” You have to realize at some point, in order for your thoughts and opinions to be heard and later put into action, you’ve got to bump elbows with people you normally wouldn’t. Examples of executing this beautifully are through ag industry organizations. Everyone and their dog has ag industry organizations they support and other organizations they don’t. For me, for a long time there, I absolutely loathed the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). Ask me why? I had a laundry list of reasons, all of which were built on the foundation of “they just give too much to our enemies” – namely the fact they shared a seat at the Global Roundtable for Sustainable Beef beside the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), a historical opposer to animal agriculture. However, these opinions were formed before I learned about “tact.” Tact, as defined by the Oxford English Dictionary, means “adroitness and sensitivity in dealing with others or with difficult issues.” In layman’s terms: Be graceful and clever in dealing

vaccine contains a microchip so the government can spy on them. What do you say to these folks? Fowl Chee: That’s preposterous. We’d never be so blatant to put it in the vaccine. No, we put the microchip in the swab that we shove into the bottom of your brain when we do a COVID-19 test. Us: When ranchers work their cattle is it still necessary to maintain social distancing? Fowl Chee: Absolutely. One tip we recommend is to eat lots of chili beans and high fiber foods the night before a branding. The next day people will naturally tend to socially distance themselves. Us: What other mandates have you made? Fowl Chee: As a precautionary measure, we demand all participants be wormed with Ivomec before leaving the ranch. with your problems. Although I don’t agree with everything NCBA has ever done, and I might add, I shouldn’t – ag industry organizations know how to compromise, and this is the point. Everyone leaves with a technical “win,” but no one leaves happy with everything. I learned why they worked with WWF. They had to give a little and get a little in return. In order to get their agenda on the radar, they had to hear someone else out and work together toward an end goal. It’s all very political; you scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours, and it all comes down to compromise. This is not a new concept; I mean, think back to the writing of the U.S. Constitution. Do you think they stayed in the humid room in Philadelphia for 116 days agreeing with everything everyone said? They compromised, came to an agreement and worked together for a better tomorrow. And we as agriculturists need to realize our ag industry organizations are doing the very same thing. The American Seed Trade Association can’t go to the Ag Senate Committee with a list of demands and expect them all to be met. The president of the National Pork Board can’t march into a meeting on international trade and expect to leave supplying the entire world with U.S. pork. The Secretary of Agriculture can’t snap his fingers and expect the Department of Justice to arrest the head honchos of the Big Four Packers. But all of these organizations and officials listed above, along with many more, can get a version of what they want if they meet in the middle. In order for anything to get done – and actually get done, not just be added to an agenda and tabled until the next meeting – we’ve got to think like politicians, make deals, work together and most importantly, do it tactfully.

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OBITUARIES

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Floyd Bulkley

Jan. 9, 1952 – Jan. 28, 2022

An extraordinary life was extinguished Jan. 28. Floyd Norman Bulkley was born Jan. 9, 1952 in Buffalo to LaVern and Norman Bulkley. After losing his father at an early age, Floyd was raised by his mother and stepfather, William Ritchie, on the banks of Rock Creek alongside his six siblings: Don, Norma Jean, Clarence, Dale, Linda and Janice. Having taken to horseback as soon as he could walk, Floyd spent most of his youth trailing cows, breaking horses, stacking hay and taking care of chores on the family ranch.

He was one of the lucky few who knew as a child exactly what he wanted to do with his life. After graduating from Buffalo High School in 1970, Floyd continued work as ranch hand. In 1974, while working for Kendricks at the LX Bar, he met Dixie Rasmussen. Three months later, they married and for the past 48 years, Floyd and Dixie walked through the world hand in hand. They raised their children, Christina and Casey, on a ranch near Arvada, then bought their current ranch on the Thunder Basin Grasslands near Bill in 1994. Always at peace in solitude, but happy to liven up the dance floors at Kearney, Leiter, Arvada or 4-G, Floyd was a man who embodied hard work, good humor and devotion to his family. His children, and later grandchildren, clamored for his company. Even after a hard day’s work, he was willing to help build a fort and sleep on the floor.

Norman R. "Doc" Swanson Dec. 6, 1936 – Jan. 30, 2022

Norman R. “Doc” Swanson was born Dec. 6, 1936 to Carl and Adelia (Nelson) Swanson in Longmont, Colo. and passed away peacefully at Davis Hospice on Jan. 30. The third of four boys, Norm grew up farming and raising cattle with his brothers. Norm played high school football and ended up in “Ripley’s Believe It or Not!” due to a pass he threw, received from a lateral pass, then ran in for a touchdown. He attended Colorado State University for both his undergrad and veterinary school degrees. Norm practiced briefly in Torrington where he married Susan Hager. They moved to Cheyenne in 1968 when Norm accepted the state veterinarian position for the state of Wyoming, where he remained until his retirement in 1991. After retirement, Norm enjoyed working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Mexico as a monitor for a spayed heifer program and learning “español de coralles.”

Together, Norm and Susie had four children and they later divorced. Norman and Linda were married in 2003. Norm was a Cheyenne Frontier Days (CFD) HEEL volunteer, member of the Contestants Committee and served as the CFD arena veterinarian for more than 44 years. In his younger years, he enjoyed roping on Ol’ Black, and later, helping and hauling his kids with countless 4-H and FFA projects. He enjoyed one good horse, a few good dogs and more than anything, liked looking out of the barn, “listening to the calves and grass grow.” He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers John and Marvin, and Susie, as well as stepson Mark Moore. Norman is survived by his wife Linda; his four children Justin, Lisa, Katie and Kelly; his grandchildren, Tanya, Ashley, Kelsie, Austin and Reese; three greatgrandchildren; his brother Dick Swanson and his wife Bonnie; a niece and several nephews; his stepchildren Jamie, Lisa and Tommy; and numerous friends and “pardners.” His good friend Doc Rogers said it best, “I wasn’t much of one for funerals so I think I’ll skip this one.” A celebration of life at the Cheyenne Frontier Days Event Center will be announced at a later date. The family would like to extend an enormous heart-

Floyd was strong yet gentle, and those who knew him well considered themselves lucky to have him in their lives. Floyd passed away in Douglas – pneumonia and COVID-19 stole his breath. In the company of his wife and children, he earnestly stated, “It’s been a good ride.” He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Dixie; his children Christina (John) Perry of Buffalo and Casey (Melissa) Bulkley of Bill; grandchildren Emma Ganné, Floyd Bulkley, Samuel Gaddy, Daisy Bulkley, Tripp Bulkley and Chase Quinn; and siblings Don Bulkley, Clarence Bulkley, Dale Bulkley, Linda Lulias and Janice Keffer. Memorial services will be held Feb. 12 at 2 p.m. at the Harness Funeral Home Chapel. Donations in Floyd’s memory may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital in care of the Harness Funeral Home at 351 N. Adams in Buffalo, WY 82834. Online condolences may be made at harnessfuneralhome.com. felt thank you to the wonderful staff at Davis Hospice who cared for him as though he was their own “Pop” for nearly a year. Donations made in Norman’s memory may be made to Davis Hospice, 6000 Sycamore Rd., Cheyenne, WY 82009 or Cheyenne Frontier Days Scholarship Fund, 4610 Carey Ave, Cheyenne, WY 82001.

SALE REPORTS K2 Red Angus Annual Winter Bull and Female Sale Reported By: Curt Cox, WLR Field Editor Feb. 3, 2022 K2 Red Angus, Wheatland Auctioneer: Lex Madden 31 Two-Year-Old and Fall Red Angus Bulls Avg. $4,500 35 Yearling Red Angus Bulls Avg. $4,050 14 Registered Red Angus Open Yearling Heifers Avg. $1,650 Top Sellers Bulls Lot 6 – K2 Linder LB 653 51H – Price: $7,000 DOB: 5/14/20 Sire: RAVN Linebacker Dam’s Sire: RED Howey 400 EPDs: BW: -1.7, WW: +74, YW: +117 and Milk: +25 Buyer:

Smith Sheep Co., Douglas Lot 37 – K2 Crusade 718 191 – Price: $7,000 DOB: 2/24/21 Sire: OOO Sir Loin Dam’s Sire: Red Hill B571 Julian 84S EPDs: BW: -2.7, WW: +61, YW: +98 and Milk: +22 Buyer: Smith Sheep

TJS Red Angus 14th Annual "Red Truck" Sale Reported By: Curt Cox, WLR Field Editor Feb. 4, 2022 Buffalo Livestock, Buffalo Auctioneer: Ty Thompson Sale Manager: Legacy Genetics 86 Red and Black Angus Bulls Avg. $5,198 Top Sellers Lot 4 – TJS Laredo H247 – Price: $16,000 DOB: 5/16/20 Sire: U2 Outlier 508E Dam’s Sire: Badlands Cinched 521C EPDs: BW: -2.5, WW: +67, YW: +105 and Milk: +24 Buyer: Murdock Cattle Co., Pendleton, Ore. Lot 1 – TJS Barricade H619 – Price: $11,500 DOB: 3/3/20 Sire: 5L Blockade 2218 Dam’s Sire: TJS Berry Cherry 8801 EPDs: BW: -1.6, WW: +68, YW: +109 and Milk: +19 Buyer: Udy

Cattle Co., Rockland, Idaho Lot 9 – TJS Road Block H381 – Price: $8,500 DOB: 5/27/20 Sire: TJS Road Block D008 Dam’s Sire: Paringa Iron Ore E27 EPDs: BW: -0.8, WW: +64, YW: +104 and Milk: +24 Buyer: Bowles J5 Reds, Chinook, Mont. Lot 5 – TJH Warrant H246 – Price: $8,000 DOB: 5/15/20 Sire: 9 Mile Franchise 6305 Dam’s Sire: 5L Blockade 221830B EPDs: BW: -2.2, WW: +68, YW: +116 and

Co., Douglas Lot 35 – K2 Marco 11E 60H – Price: $6,750 DOB: 5/16/20 Sire: Red U2 Malbec Dam’s Sire: K2 Resilience 714 473 EPDs: BW: -3.9, WW: +65, YW: +91 and Milk: +25 Buyer: Iness Cattle Co., Saguache, Colo. Lot 38 – K2 Rex 81 180 – Price: $6,750 DOB: 2/21/21 Sire: 5L Leading Edge Dam’s Sire: LR Hamilton 721 EPDs: BW: -5.0, WW: +55, YW: +71 and Milk: +28 Buyer: TY Cattle Co., Chugwater Heifers Lot 81 – K2 Lynn Dee 625 152 – Price: $3,000 DOB: 3/10/21 Sire: 3SCC Domain Dam’s Sire: K2 Resilience 714 473 EPDs: BW: -1.6, WW: +61, YW: +95 and Milk: +21 Buyer: Hladky Livestock and XI Livestock, Douglas Milk: +29 Buyer: Laramie Cattle Co., Carpenter Lot 7 – TJH Road Block D008 – Price: $7,500 DOB: 5/2/20 Sire: TJS Road Block D008 Dam’s Sire: VGW Enhancer 378 EPDs: BW: -1.1, WW: +74, YW: +113 and Milk: +24 Buyer: Betty Jean Reed, Lance Creek Lot 25 – TJS Birthright H375 – Price: $7,500 DOB: 5/26/20 Sire: TJS Birthright E118 Dam’s Sire: 5L Blockade 221830B EPDs: BW: -4.3, WW: +74, YW: +115 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Red Path Cattle, Banner Lot 57 – TJS Bail Out H145 – Price: $7,500 DOB: 5/9/20 Sire: TJS Limit Up C284 Dam’s Sire: 5L The Bond 60002Z EPDs: BW: -0.8, WW: +65, YW: +106 and Milk: +23 Buyer: Betty Jean Reed, Lance Creek

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Expanding market opportunities for meat processing discussed The Wyoming Stock Growers Association and the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association cohosted the Expanding Meat Opportunities for Meat Processing webinar Jan. 227During the webinar, Jesse Hough with Nebraska Beef and Lamb and Jonathan Huseman with Stockman’s Beef Packing, LLC, discussed proposals for new meat processing facilities to diversify supply chains. In addition, U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Rural Business Cooperative Services Administrator Dr. Karama Neal and Deputy Administrator Mark Brodziski met to discuss a recent USDA loan guarantee program for meat and poultry processors. Supply chain impacts The supply chain has experienced several events within the last few years, which have affected the market. “Profit margins have shifted to the benefit of the processor and retailer from the farmer and rancher in the last eight years,” explained Hough. “The industry needs to shift the participation in the processing and retail to be sustainable on a

long-term basis.” Many small butchers have gone out of business in the last 20 years, he noted. “Currently there is limited space to harvest animals on a local basis for producers who want to custom harvest and market their products from the farm to table concept,” shared Hough. In addition, large meat processors cannot currently accommodate niche markets – religious based harvest requirements or specialty meats, explained Hough. Next, the sheep and goat industry in the upper Midwest has been declining, he said. “We’re considering the development of locally raised sheep and goat operations to provide inventory to harvest in our plant to meet ethnic market needs,” shared Hough. “We want to assist young, local farmers with an opportunity to diversify their operations with locally raised sheep and goats by providing seedstock to start their operations.” In addition, supply chain issues are showing up in input costs for farming, input feed cost for livestock and also an increase cost of construction, Hough added.

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Nebraska-based operation Nebraska Beef and Lamb’s goal is to serve local markets within 200 miles of the facility to accommodate consumers who want to fill their freezers with locally raised meat and provide customers harvest for neighboring animal producers who have existing brands or retail markets. They are in the process of finalizing engineering plans and their environmental equipment selection for their operation to be opened in the spring of 2023. “We’re all directly involved in agriculture and have combined our knowledge, relationships and capital to hopefully invest back into the community to create at least 50 jobs,” shared Hough. “We believe today’s consumers want to be closely connected to the people who produce their food – the farm to table concept,” added Hough. “Several ethnic groups are requesting a lot of products in sheep, goat and beef industries and Nebraska Beef and Lamb will be able to accommodate these groups’ needs and follow the quality and humane USDA standards of animal harvesting.” “In conclusion, we have farmed and fed cattle for over 50 years and understand volatility and risks. We believe mid-sized plants located

throughout the U.S are a good solution to industry issues,” concluded Hough. Texas-based plant Stockman’s Beef Packing, LLC, is also looking to build and operate a state-ofthe-art USDA inspected beef slaughter and processing plant in Comanche County, Texas to address the need for additional packing capacity in the U.S. Stockman’s Beef Packing currently raises cattle on owned and leased acreage throughout Texas, New Mexico and Kansas. The plant is planning to be certified USDA organic and provide above average employee compensation. “We intend to do everything the right way with animal holding and handling facilities designed according to Dr. Temple Grandin’s principles,” shared Huseman. “The facility will be well positioned geographically among a rural, agriculture-based community.” The plant will have the capacity to process 100 cattle per day and allow producers to expand their operations, increasing the economic base in the local community, he explained. In addition, the plant is looking to include the latest advances in an environmentally conscious design, onsite solar, water recycling and conversion of animal waste to

“The food supply guarantee program is focused on providing producers access to capital they need to increase capacity in the food supply chain and make it more secure, diverse and resilient.” – Dr. Karama Neal, U.S. Department of Agriculture biofuels, in an effort to have zero waste from the packing plant. U.S. loan guarantee program New federal funding is available to provide access to capital and reduce financial risk for mid-sized meat processing plants, with a goal to create a more secure, diverse and resilient food supply chain. “The food supply guarantee program is focused on providing producers access to capital they need to increase capacity in the food supply chain and make it more secure, diverse and resilient,” said Neal. USDA is using $100 million in funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to back $1.4 billion in guaranteed loans in an effort to help finance working capital, facilities, equipment and other investments in the middle of the food supply chain. Roughly 19 percent of these funds are being reserved through June 7 for meat and poultry, said Neal. “The food system of the

future needs to be fair, competitive, distributed, resilient and serve as a pilot program to inform other programs authorized under Section 1001 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021,” said Neal. Loan applicants could include for-profits, nonprofits, consortiums, cooperatives and Tribal entities and support the start-up expansion of activities in the middle of the supply chain, shared Brodziski. Several benefits include longer repayment terms, full amortization, high loan amounts, competitive interest rates and availability through commercial lenders, he added. “The federal guarantee mitigates risk and allows lenders to offer longer repayment rates, more competitive interest rates and doesn’t count towards a bank’s credit limit,” concluded Brodziski. Brittany Gunn is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@ wylr.net.

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61st Annual Black Hills Stock Show draws large crowd The 61st Annual Black Hills Stock Show (BHSS) was held in Rapid City, S.D. Jan. 28-Feb. 5 with events ranging from elite horse sales to 10 different cattle breed shows, concerts and Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association rodeos. In 1958, members of the Rapid City Chamber Ag Committee had a meeting to discuss a plan for the future – to increase rural lifestyles into urban community events in Rapid City. At the time, only 12 percent of the population lived on farms or ranches. The first winter show was held at the Central

States Fairgrounds. Only three breeds of cattle were shown – Angus, Hereford and Shorthorn. Over the years, the event grew and the excitement continues. In 1966, the Rapid City Chamber of Ag Committee passed the reigns of the winter show over to the Black Hills Exposition. At that time, the name then changed to the Black Hills Stock Show. Today, an estimated 331,000 people attend the celebration of western heritage. BHSS hosts 120 different livestock, horse and rodeo events and over 300 vendors to shop from.

Youth shows – Eight-year-old Bevin Bertsche of Onida, S.D. keeps an eye on the judge as she sets up her Charolais bred heifer during the Show-Rite Youth Beef Show. The pair won Grand Champion Overall Bred Heifer. Her parents are Brandon and Sasha Bertsche. Melissa Burke photo

Sheepdog trials – The North American Sheepdog Trials is a very popular event. Ollie directs his charges around the pattern. The fiveyear-old male is owned and handled by Jeanne Bulkley of Meeteetse. Melissa Burke photo

Cattle washing – A somewhat unenthusiastic, but patient Red Angus bull receives a bath in the washroom from owner Cory Johnson of Flatiron Red Angus from Veteran. Melissa Burke photo

High sellers – Lot 61 of the All Breed Sale was I’m A Nasty Habit. A 2020 American Quarter Horse Association black stallion out of National Cutting Horse Association champion Hashtags and back to Playgun and High Brow Hickory on the bottom. Consigned by Bruce and Cooper Bebo of Redfield, S.D., he left the ring on a $62,000 bid from Steve Bruton, Okla. Melissa Burke photo

Shearing competition – The National Sheep Shearing Championships returned to the Black Hills Stock Show this year. Shown here is a competitor in the preliminary round of the Professional Division. In this round, four sheep are sheared. The number of sheep differs according to the progression of rounds and the level of competitor. Melissa Burke photo

Show preparations – Laurie Schinzel of Lazy VK Herefords from Burns makes some final preparations on her heifer before their turn in the show ring. Melissa Burke photo

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THREE-YEAR-OLD BROWN SWISS HEIFER: Due to calve in March. Call Abe at 307467-5343 ...................... 2/12

FOURTH ANNUAL MIDSTATES HAIR SHEEP SALE MARCH 26, 2022, AT 11:30 AM STARTING WITH HAY AND EQUIPMENT, SUTTON LIVESTOCK AUCTION 2280 US-6, SUTTON, NE: Looking for consignors and buyers. Healthy hair sheep only. No broken mouths. Co-op members receive 2% off commission rate and consignors bringing more than 50 head receive an additional 1% off. A commission fee of 10% will be charged on the sale of each animal. Brucellosis testing must be done on rams over 6 months of age to go out of state. Health papers will need to accompany any out-of-state sheep. Veterinarian present to inspect and write papers. Early consignments are encouraged, so they can be added to the online catalog and lots assigned. NO consignments day of sale. Register to bid online minimum of 7 days in advance at www.LMAauctions.com!! For more information and consignments, call Josh Bernt, 402-7104125 or Emily Parks, 319269-3428 (Fri-Sun). Visit our website www.midstatescoop.com ........................ 3/19

ALFALFA HAY AVAILABLE: 1,500 tons, first, second and third cuttings. Hay qualifies for the USDA trucking support payment. For more information, call 402-694-9310 or 402-6949389 ................................ 2/19

HORSE AND COW HAY FOR SALE. Mountain grass and millet. ALSO, have little squares of straw. Located east of Cheyenne, WY. Delivery available. Buy one or as many as you want, semi loads available. Call Kent, 307-6313917 or Bruce, 307-630-6725 ..................................... 2/26

Seed

FOR SALE: One Brown Swiss 2-year-old first-calf heifer. Bred to calving ease Black Angus bull. Due to calve mid to late February. Vaccinated with ScourGuard 4KC. Call 307-358-9323 ............... 2/12

Polled & Horned Hereford Bulls - Private Treaty Sale See Bull Info & Videos on Website & Facebook

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Jane Evans Cornelius Hampton Cornelius Katie Cornelius & Lee Mayo 970-396-2935 970-371-0500 970-396-8320

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Charolais

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Custom Feeding WIGGINS FEEDYARD, ACCEPTING CATTLE OF ALL CLASSES: Cows, yearlings or calves to background or finish. Call 308-262-1140 (office), Steve, 308-279-1432 (cell) or Sue, 308-279-0924 (cell) ............................ 2/26

Custom Processing

February 21, 2015 • Selling 55 Yearling Charolais Bulls February 19, 2022 • Selling 55 Yearlings 2 p.m. MST •• On At the Ranch Ranch 400

Limousin

Limousin and Lim-Flex yearling bulls for sale. High performance proven genetics, polled and good dispositions. Contact Rodger Woodard, (719) 439-2011. www.woodardlimousin.com

2-year-old registered Limousin Bulls

Longhorn

USDA MEAT PROCESSING: State of the art facility just EXPANDED AND HAS OPENINGS FOR beef processing. Short notice available. Call today to schedule your dates, 970-240-4329, www. kinikin.com .................. 2/19

Pasture Wanted PASTURE WANTED FOR UP TO 200 HEAD: Year-round would be best, but seasonal would work as well. Southeast Wyoming, southwest Nebraska Panhandle, north central Weld County Colorado preferably. NOT looking for full care! GREAT references. Calls only please, 303-233-0604 ..... 3/5

Horses

Joe Freund 303/341-9311 Joey Freund 303/475-6062

Pat Kelley 303/840-1848

REGISTERED LIMOUSIN AND LIM-FLEX BULLS FOR SALE: Two-year-old, 18-month-olds and yearlings. Raising registered Limousin for over 50 years. Good dispositions, out of popular AI sires. Complete set of weights, measurements and EPDs. Waddle Limousin, Pine Bluffs, WY. Call 307-245-3599 ........ 2/19

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Red Registered Texas Longhorn Bulls for Sale Virgin Yearlings, 2-YearOlds & 3-Year-Olds Selling Tested & Delivered Guaranteed for the 1st Season Contact Gordon 1-866-304-4664 www.onetreelonghorns.com REGISTERED TEXAS LONGHORNS FOR SALE: Featured September 2020 American Beef Producer. Gentle pairs, steers, heifers, solid and colorful bulls. Foraging, hardy, low-maintenance cattle, traffic stopping colors. Easy calving, excellent maternal outcome. Cross-breeding for robust calves resistant to disease. Fascinating, fun to show, simple handling, great for youth. Westhaven Ranch in California, 209274-9917, e-mail swestmoore@ gmail.com or website www. westhavenlonghorns.com. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds ...................3/26

Family & Nurse Cows BROWN SWISS BRED HEIFERS FOR SALE: Will calve March and April. Bred to Brown Swiss/Jersey bull and Brown Swiss/Shorthorn bull. Have had all shots: Bangs, Anthrax, Triangle 7-Way with Humopolis, Triangle 4 K and prebreeding. Poured with Ivomec on regular basis. Also poured with StanGuard and Exit Gold fly repellant. TB tested and current health papers. Nice, gentle, outside cattle, in good shape and well fed. Delivery options available. For pictures or more information, call Larry W. Carlson, 605-224-6100 (home) or 605-280-3879 (cell) if no answer leave message. Pierre, S.D. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds ..................... 3/5

SWANEY HORSE & CATTLE CO. OFFERING colt starting/ horse training. Call Brit, 307391-0628 ...................... 2/12 HORSES: BUY, SELL, TRADE. Will pick up. Call Dennis Black, 307-690-0916 ...................2/12 ATTENTION MARE OWNERS!! FCCRA Western Performance Horses Stallion Service Auction. To place bids through Perfect Horse Auctions and view available stallions, go to www. FCCRAhorse.com. Promoting quality horses in the Four Corners for 39 years ..... 2/26

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GREAT SELECTION OF VALENTINES GIFTS!! MONTANA Silversmiths, AUSTIN Accent and others!! Jewelry prices start at $9.95!! SILK SCARVES, BELT BUCKLES, MONEY CLIPS, TOM BALDING and DUTTON BITS and ALL KINDS OF QUALITY TACK for your COWBOY or COWGIRL VALENTINE!! 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 ...................................2/12

HAY FOR SALE: Alfalfa, grass and grass/alfalfa mix, big square bales, round bales and small square bales. All sizes, all qualities and all quantities. ALSO HAVE STRAW AND CORNSTALKS FOR SALE. Delivery available!! Call 307-630-3046 ...............2/19 VALLEY VIDEO HAY MARKETS, LLC: Wyoming and western Nebraska hay available. Call Barry McRea, 308-235-5386. www.valleyvideohay.com ................2/12 ROUND BALE CORNSTALKS FOR SALE. $130/ton. Cody, WY. Call 307-899-1952 ...............2/12 500 TONS OF ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE: First cutting, no rain, 4x4 bales. In Riverton, WY, $250/ ton. Call 307-709-2375 ....... 2/12

Warner Ranch Seed

Serving Fremont County, Wyoming and the surrounding areas. HarvXtra® alfalfa with Roundup Ready® technology, Roundup Ready® alfalfa and conventional varieties available! Plant the best!

PASTURE WANTED FOR 2,000 YEARLINGS AND 500 PAIRS. Can be split into smaller bunches. Call 701523-1235 ...................... 2/26 WANTED: 2022 summer pasture for 125 cow/calf pairs. Would like from May 1 until Dec. 15 or any time frame in between. Any number of cattle per pasture, would not have to all go to one pasture. ALSO, in search of farm ground, farms to lease or a ranch to lease on a short-term or long-term basis. Please contact 307-250-6900, leave message or text ..... TFN

ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE: 20%+ protein, cow to dairy quality hay. Trucking available. Call 307421-9116. Located in Hemingford, NE ........................................... 3/5

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Equipment

HIGH ALTITUDE 2021 HAY FOR SALE: We have oat and pea 3x4 bales starting at $165/ton. ALONG WITH triticale 3x4 bales starting at $125/ton. Located in Moffat, CO. Contact us at 719-5884987 ............................. 2/12 GOOD SUPPLY OF PREMIUM QUALITY STRAW in large square 3x4 bales. Delivered by the truckload. Volume discounts available. E-mail redriverforagesales@gmail. com, call/text Dustin, 1-204209-1066 ........................ 4/2

Email your ad to denise@wylr.net Equipment EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: CIH 290 Magnum tractor; two challenger MT585D tractors; J&M 875 bushel grain cart; Artsway 425 grinder mixer; Modern Mill (mix mill) feed mill; IHC 415 24’ roller harrow; Vermeer R23 rake; MF 2190 4x4 baler; Sitrex 17 wheel rake; CIH WD2504 swather with 19’ rotary head; Rogater 854 sprayer; Wilson 53’ spread axle cattle pot; Wilson 53’ tri axle convertible cattle pot/van; IHC 80 bbl vac truck; Dragon 130 bbl vac trailers; Dragon crude oil trailer; Mobile Tech 9 yd. volumetric concrete mixer; Sicard 8’6” snowblower with Ford engine; Degelman 570 rock picker. Call 406-2541254 ............................. 2/26 FOR SALE: Farmking 8’ snowblower with hydraulic spout. John Deere 714A and 716A chuckwagons with John Deere running gears and bunk feeding extensions. H&S 7+4 18’ chuckwagon with 12 ton gear. J&M 385 bushel gravity box with center divide, lights and ag topper. Willmar 4550 Wrangler diesel wheel loader with cab/heat and 6’ bucket, 4x4, 3,683 hours, new tires. 12’ hydraulic box scraper. All in very nice condition!! Call 605-999-5482 ............... 2/19

Hay & Feed HAY FOR SALE: 2021 third cutting alfalfa. 2021 third cutting alfalfa/orchard grass; 2021 corn stover. 2021 CRP clean/green, sprayed in the spring for weeds. 2021 Haybet barley. 2021 milo, 12% protein, RFV 287 and TDN 69. 2021 first, second and third cutting alfalfa in 3x3x8 big squares; 2021 baled corn silage, has net wrap under the outside plastic wrap; 2020 first cutting alfalfa. Semi load delivery available. Call for pricing, 701-690-8116, please send a text if no answer or keep trying ...................... 3/5 HAY FOR SALE: Round bales and mid-square bales. Grass hay or alfalfa. Call 605-8423125 ............................. 2/12 QUALITY BROME GRASS HORSE HAY: Tarp covered, 3x3x7 bales. Located in northern Colorado. Large quantities available. For more information, call 970-217-8414 ...2/12

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ALFALFA HAY FOR SALE: 3x3 square bales, Nisland, S.D. For more information, call 605-892-5676 ......... 2/12

LS CUSTOM LEATHER: Belts, tack, cell phone cases and much more!! Can personalize belts. Please visit www. lscustomleather.com. Contact Lester, 307-631-1053, leave a message ........... 3/5

ROUND BALES OF ALFALFA FOR SALE: Lexington, NE, $180/ton for 30 bale loads. Discounts available for large orders. You haul on your schedule. Contact Shotkoski Hay Company, 308-324-4193 or shothay@yahoo.com .... 2/26

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Livestock Equipment

Pipe

Property for Sale

BOYD RANCH: 5,420+ total acres including BLM and state with 7 pivot sprinklers in western Montana. Located between Virginia City and Alder, MT. Great water rights. Fishing ponds with deer, elk and birds. Puts up 2,000 tons of hay. Newer buildings. A must see!! Call for price. Sidwell Land & Cattle Co., Richard Sidwell, 406-861-4426, 406322-4425 or e-mail sidwell@ sidwell-land.com ......... 2/26

Hunting & Fishing

HDPE Pipe for Ranch Water Systems Fair prices, good service, rancher owned. Quantities up to a truck load. Delivery available throughout the West. 775-657-1815

Irrigation

Killebrew Irrigation

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We make it easier for you to handle your Mineral Tubs - plastic, metal & biodegradable! Can be used with all bale beds Jason 406-390-0826 • Shyla 406-390-1339 e-mail: shyla@mtintouch.net Malta, Montana See photos and videos on our Facebook Page: Mineral Tub Lifter • mineraltublifter.com

RUBBERMAID 100 GALLON STOCK TANKS FOR SALE. Nearly new, $60/tank. Call 605-347-3403 or 605-4999088 ...............................2/12

Heating Equipment ELIMINATE ● RISING ● FUEL COSTS: Clean, safe and efficient wood heat. Central Boiler Classic and E-Classic Outdoor Wood Furnace; heats multiple buildings with only 1 furnace, 25-year warranty available. Heat with wood, no splitting! Available in dual fuel ready models. www.CentralBoiler.com. WE ALSO HAVE whole house pellet/corn/biomass furnaces. Load once per month with hopper. www.Maximheat.com. A-1 Heating Systems. Instant rebates may apply! Call today! 307-742-4442. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds ..................................TFN

Help Wanted See the backroads of Wyoming! USDA APHIS PPQ is looking for hard working, reliable and responsible field scouts to conduct agricultural pest surveys and trapping activities. Government vehicle provided and travel expenses paid. Tentative start date of May 15 through mid-August. Education, interest and/or experience in biological sciences or agriculture preferred. For more information, call 307-432-7979. E-mail resumes to bruce.a.shambaugh @usda.gov Deadline is March 11, 2022

Brands REGISTERED WYOMING BRAND FOR SALE: RRC, RSS, RHH, one electric iron included. Renewed to March 1, 2029. Seller will pay transfer fees. Willing to consider all offers. Call 307575-6589 ............................3/5

Fencing LODGEPOLE PRODUCTS, 307-742-6992, SERVING AGRI-BUSINESSES SINCE 1975!! Treated posts, corral poles, buck-and-rail, western rail, fence stays, rough-sawn lumber, bedding. SEE US at w w w. l o d g e p o l e p r o d u c t s . com and click our “Picking A Fence Post” tab to see why folks choose our posts!! ......................... TFN

Pipe Have Pipe to Sell? Advertise here! OILFIELD PIPE: RPJ Enterprises, Inc. Used for fencing, corrals, cattle guards, etc. ALL SIZES!! 2 3/8 at 31.5’ long on average per joint. OTHER available sizes are 7”, 5.5”, 4.5” and 3.5” pipe in stock. Sucker rod, cut/notched posts. Delivery available. Pierce, CO. Call 970-324-4580, e-mail rpjenergy@gmail.com. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds........ 4/9

Reinke center pivot sales and field design Parts for most major irrigation systems Underground and Surface PVC pipe and fittings Pumps and Motors Phase Converters

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THE ROUNDUP GETS RESULTS Property for Sale ARIZONA RANCHES FOR SALE: 22,000+ acre central Arizona ranch, 200+ head year-long, plus up to 2,500 stockers seasonally, Arizona state plus small BLM grazing leases, small feedyard, modest headquarters on 10 deeded acres, $1,200,000; southern Arizona ranch, 550+ head year-long, plus seasonal increases. 400+ deeded acres plus state, USFS and small BLM grazing leases. Shipping corrals on paved highway, $4,000,000. Forty acre former ranch homestead, well, power and phone, old adobe home, $390,000. LARGER RANCHES also available. Harley Hendricks Realty 877-349-2565 e-mail HarleyHendricks@ HarleyHendricks.com .... 3/5

Property for Sale READY TO GET OUT OF THE WINTER CONDITIONS OF THE NORTHERN STATES?? Here’s an opportunity for a nice winter home in sunny southern California in the Imperial Valley! 120 miles east of San Diego, CA, 60 miles west of Yuma, AZ and 9 miles from El Centro, CA. Three bedroom, 1 bath home with 12 acres of farmland. $550,000. For more information, call 307-272-0975 or visit www.facebook.com/pg/cowboyauctioncompany.......2/26 TWO TRAILER HOUSES FOR SALE IN GILLETTE, WY. Close to downtown. 307670-5374 ...................... 2/19

Antiques & Vintage LOOKING FOR NATIVE AMERICAN AND Mexican Vaquero items and old wagon wheels. Call 307-267-4205 ............ 2/12

MIDLAND BULL COMING COMING SOON! TEST EDITION SOON!

LARGE GOSHEN COUNTY CATTLE AND CROP RANCH: 4,065+ acres with center pivots and 3 1/2 miles of Horse Creek. Huge cattle barn and steel shop. 1,618+ acres water rights. Three homes. Adjoins Hwy. 85. $5,400,000. Call Casey Essert, Land Broker, Empire Realty, Torrington, WY, 307-532-1750. More listings available at www.buyaranch.com... TFN

Hunting & Fishing FEB. 21: PETSKA FUR WILL BE BUYING ALL RAW/DRY FUR DEER/ELK HIDES AND ANTLER, IN THE FOLLOWING TOWNS AND LOCATIONS: Pine Bluffs 9:30-9:45 a.m., lot across from Sinclair; Burns 10:10-10:20 a.m., Antelope Truck Stop (drive thru call, Greg); Cheyenne 11:30 a.m.-11:50 a.m., Tractor Supply; Chugwater 12:40-12:50 p.m., Chug Chug Gas (drive thru); Wheatland 1:20-1:50 p.m., Wheatland Travel Plaza; Guernsey 2:20-2:30 p.m., Crazy Tony’s (drive thru call, Greg); Fort Laramie 2:45-2:55 p.m., Haystack Hills Trading (drive thru); Lingle 3-3:15 p.m., Ty’s Pit Stop; Torrington 3:30-3:50 p.m., Gary’s Gun Shop; Scottsbluff, NE 4:50-5 p.m., Murdoch’s (north side). For more information, call Greg, 308-750-0700, or visit www.petskafur.net ...... 2/12

FEB. 26-28: PETSKA FUR WILL BE BUYING ALL RAW/ DRY FUR DEER/ELK HIDES AND ANTLER, IN THE FOLLOWING TOWNS AND LOCATIONS: FEB. 26: Ft. Bridger 3:30-3:50 p.m., Cash Store; Evanston 4:30-5:15 p.m., Prairie Inn. FEB. 27: Kemmerer 7:20-7:40 a.m., Ham’s Fork Station/Sinclair; Cokeville 8:30-8:50 a.m., Flying J Truck Stop; Afton 9:50-10:20 a.m., Afton Country Village; Thayne 10:40-10:50 a.m., Farmer’s Feed (drive thru); Etna 10:5011 a.m., Etna Trading Post (drive thru); Alpine 11:40 a.m.12:10 p.m., Grey’s River Saloon; Hoback Jct. 12:40-1:10 p.m., Hoback Market/Exxon; Bondurant 1:40-2 p.m., Elk Horn Bar (drive thru); Bondurant 1:55-2:10 p.m., Post Office (drive thru); Daniel 2:302:50 p.m., The Den; Pinedale 3:10-3:40 p.m., Gannett Sports; Big Piney 4:15-4:30 p.m., Public RR Visitor Info. lot; La Barge 5:15-5:30 p.m., All American Fuel (drive thru); Fontenelle 6 p.m., drive thru call Greg on this day only; Green River 7 p.m., Hitching Post. FEB. 28: Green River 7:30-7:50 a.m., Hitching Post; Rock Springs 8:20-9 a.m., WY Wool Warehouse; Wamsutter 10-10:10 a.m., Wamsutter Conoco (drive thru); Rawlins 10:50 a.m.-11:20 p.m., Trails West Meat Processing; Saratoga 12:15-12:45 p.m., Saratoga Feed & Grain (drive thru); Elk Mountain 1:30-1:40 p.m., Conoco on I-80 (drive thru); Hanna 1:55-2:05 p.m., Hometown Market (drive thru); Medicine Bow 2:30-2:40 p.m., JB’s (drive thru); Rock River 2:50-3 p.m., Rancher’s Supply (drive thru); Laramie 3:50-4:50 p.m., West Laramie Fly Shop. For more information, call Greg, 308-750-0700, or visit www. petskafur.net ............... 2/19

ROCKY MOUNTAIN HORSE EDITION

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Producer explores adding goats to cow/calf operation to increase revenue In a recent University of Nebraska-Lincoln (UNL) BeefWatch podcast, Harold Johnson, a rancher near Hyannis, Neb., discussed adding goats to his cow/ calf operation located in the Sandhills of Nebraska. During the podcast, Johnson highlighted what he has learned and offers several recommendations to producers who are considering adding goats. History of the Johnson ranch Johnson’s great-fatherin-law homesteaded in the late 1800s and the ranch has seen several changes over the years. The family started raising Black Angus cows on one-third of the original property. After Harold’s wife took a town job and increased ranching costs were incurred, the family started looking for more ways to provide revenue without having to pay increased capital costs, explained Johnson. “We raise a cow/calf herd and were raising our own replacements for quite a few years,” shared Johnson. “We then started to buy heifers and sell bred heifers.” After changes in the bred heifer market, the Johnsons ended up keeping bred heifers they intended to sell and went back to raising a cow/calf herd to try to increase income without laying out more capital. The Johnsons also started a late-calving herd and terminal system in which they would purchase replacements as bred heifers. The difficult part is finding bred cattle which fit into this calving program, he explained. Adding goats to the operation “We got into goats by accident,” joked Johnson. “When you have a young daughter who wants a goat and works on dad for a year, I finally gave in.” The family started with two goats, but the family now owns nearly 100 nannies and will be kidding in the coming months. The family supports local youth in 4-H and started raising and showing Boer goats for the local fair. But Johnson found raising Boer goats didn't work on a commercial basis. “We started crossing the Boer goats with Spanish goats,” shared Johnson. “We have pure Spanish goats and a Spanish-Boer cross.” Complement to cowherd and predator control “We run the goats yearround,” Johnson said. “We bring them in to breed, because we like to breed

goats to specific bucks.” The goats are kept on a 30 to 40 acre night pasture and are fenced in with hightensile electric fence, said Johnson. During the daytime hours, Johnson opens the gates and allows goats to roam through the cattle pastures. The goats are great at managing weeds, he explained. “They like to selectively graze the weeds,” he added. “I’ve heard people say, ‘I don’t want them to go eating my grass.’ Well, they don’t eat very much of it.” According to Johnson, goats will eat 20 percent grass and broadleaf plants make up the rest of the diet. The family utilizes a Krakachan-cross dog for predator control. “The dogs will stick with the goats,” shared Johnson. “If the dogs are up at the house and the goats start out towards the mountains, the dogs will start out after them.” He encourages producers who want to raise goats to have predator control. Livestock nutrition During the summer months, the livestock graze grass and consume mineral salt tubs. During the winter months, Johnson has goats on lick tubs in the corrals and feeds about a quarter-pound of whole corn to weaned kids and a thirdpound of corn to nannies. “It seems to be working out really well,” he explained. “I’m not a big fan of too much corn because it tends to make their feet grow.” The Spanish goat breed has hardier feet and is better in parasite control, noted Johnson. In addition to corn, the Johnsons feed hay during the winter months but livestock also have access to the pasture land to graze. “This last year we brought them in from the pasture and tried to breed them,” he said. “We got a lot of singles during the first two weeks of kidding season, then we started getting twins and multiple births.” Johnson noted many of the corn-fed goats birthed multiples. This year he plans to feed corn three weeks prior to the breeding season to increase their twin percentage. Goat herd considerations Johnson encourages producers to start small with 10 goats and the key is to find the right kind of fence. “See if you’re going to like it and find out how you’re going to keep them in,” shared Johnson. “This can be pretty challenging so a high five or six high wire

“Buy goats that are raised in the area – if producers get goats from the South, get them in the spring so they have an opportunity to adjust and get acclimated to changing weather conditions.” – Harold Johnson

tensile and electric fence will be your friend.” Many producers get started with 4-H but it’s a labor-intensive route, he notes. Fence line feeders, tub systems for goats and a chute with a head catch can be helpful in raising goats but isn’t always necessary, especially when starting out. “If you have 50 goats in a group, fence line feeders are a great recommendation because goats will try to knock you over for a little bit of feed,” Johnson concluded. “Buy goats that are raised in the area – if producers get goats from the South, get them in the spring so they have an opportunity to adjust and get acclimated to changing weather conditions.” Brittany Gunn is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Carbon credit brokers contact agricultural, rural landowners Carbon credit may become more than a buzzword among Texas agriculture producers. Producers and landowners across the country’s agriculture spectrum are increasingly reaching out for advice on carbon credit contracts. Tiffany Lashmet, AgriLife Extension agricultural law specialist with the Texas A&M Department of Agricultural Economics, said she has been getting daily phone calls on this topic, especially since it is new territory and there are so many unknowns about it. A carbon credit is equal to one metric ton of carbon dioxide emission reductions from an unregulated source, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Carbon offsets cannot be required by law. They are purchased by entities or people to mitigate their carbon footprints and are transacted in the carbon market using serial numbers to avoid double

Carbon credits – Cover crops qualify as a carbon offset project when considering carbon credits. Texas A&M AgriLife Paul DeLaune photo

counting. “We’re getting calls from landowners, producers and industry groups around the state,” Lashmet said. “There are a number of brokers and companies offering carbon contracts

on Texas land right now. Farmers, ranchers and rural landowners are trying to evaluate these contracts to determine if they are a good move for their operation.” First and foremost, Lashmet said, as with any

agreement, several legal and economic issues should be carefully considered by producers before entering into a carbon contract. “The most important advice I can offer is to carefully read the entire con-

tract,” she said. “Never rely on verbal representations made by anyone related to a contract; assume only the written contractual terms will be enforceable.” “This is new territory and many unknowns exist about the carbon market and these carbon agreements. I highly recommend engaging an attorney to review any carbon contract prior to signing,” she added. What landowners should know Understanding some of the basic concepts related to carbon contracts is an important starting place, Lashmet said. Each contract will likely have specific definitions of terms, so it is critical for landowners and producers to carefully review the definitions in any contract before signing. Terms such as additionality, carbon market, carbon practices, carbon credit, carbon emissions, carbon sequestration, permanence, stacking and verifi-

cation each have a specific meaning within a contract and must be analyzed and understood. Lashmet discussed these terms and evaluated carbon contracts in detail in her Texas Agriculture Law Blog. She outlined key contract terms to consider for landowners, farmers and ranchers who are considering a contract or who have been contacted to discuss one. For more information on carbon contracts, Lashmet also converses in one of her Ag Law in the Field podcast episodes with Todd Janzen and Anson Howard, both practicing attorneys actively negotiating these agreements for their clients. This article was written by Kay Ledbetter, communications specialist at the Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension Center in Amarillo, Texas and is courtesy of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. For more information, visit agrilife.org.

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