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Volume 32 Number 10 • July 4, 2020

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A Look Inside Wyoming FFA elects state officers for 2020-2021........ Page 5 Dick Perue recaps a historic Fourth of July celebration in Sheridan........................ Page 6 Central Wyoming Fair kicks off county fair season in Wyoming............................... Page 7 Lee Pitts imagines what would happen if vets were more like medical doctors........... Page 12

Quick Bits Happy Fourth The Wyoming Livestock Roundup would like to wish our readers a safe and happy Fourth of July! We hope everyone has a chance to enjoy the best this nation has to offer as we celebrate our country’s independence. God bless America!

Judge finds no evidence Green River Drift harms grizzlies During the week of June 7-13, the Upper Green River Cattle Association, Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA) and the Mountain States Legal Foundation saw a win after a federal judge rejected a

preliminary injunction to prohibit the lethal removal of documented problem bears on the Upper Green River summer grazing range. Following the win, local ranchers drove their

cattle across nearly 60 miles of rugged Wyoming terrain to summer range in the Bridger-Teton National Forest, just as they have for over 120 years, under a new federal law allowing the killing of up to 72 grizzly

bears for a 10-year period. On June 19, the judge shared his reasoning on why he refused to halt the killing of grizzly bears, takings which have protected the historic Green River

Please see GRIZZLY on page 5

Volatile Cattle Markets Navigating management options through uncertainty

Uncertainty is a common household word today, especially in terms of cattle markets. In a Cattlemen’s webinar presented by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) on June 18, Senior Animal Protein Analyst with Rabo AgriFinance Don Close and Oklahoma State University Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist Dr. Derrell Peel share strategies for managing risk through volatile markets. Market considerations “If we don’t like the market today, just wait because

we will see an entirely different set of circumstances next week,” says Close. “The volatile markets and uncertainty will not be going away any time soon.” “We expected a short and shallow downslide to the market, but with COVID-19, we can’t say that anymore,” he continues. Close explains we can expect to see this market cycle continue for the next 18 months to two years. Currently, the U.S. is holding between 30.5 million Please see MARKET on page 10

Corn Futures July corn futures rose 6.5 cents per bushel to $3.45 July 1 as optimism over June 30’s lower corn acreage reports continued. A warm and dry July forecast also underpinned strength in the corn markets on July 1. September corn futures rose 5.75 cents per bushel to $3.4725 on the optimism. Cash corn prices dipped slightly on June 30 at processing locations around the Corn Belt. Old crop corn cash sales picked up around the Midwest as futures rose.

Cash Soy

The soy complex rode the wave of lower than expected acreage in the June 30 USDA reports. July futures rose 7.5 cents per bushel to $8.9175. July soyoil futures crept up seven cents per pound to $28.05, while July soymeal futures rallied $3.7 per ton to $290. Cash soybean prices were mostly steady across the Midwest on June 30. Basis dropped five cents per bushel to 3.5 cents under August futures at a Lincoln, Neb. crush facility.

Wheat Prices Wheat prices received a boost on lower than expected spring wheat plantings as the total wheat acreage dropped nearly 400,000 acres from the March 31 Planting Intentions Report, while durum acreage picked up over 200,000 acres from reduced anticipated winter wheat plantings.

Uncertain markets – Oklahoma State University Extension’s Dr. Derrell Peel says today’s volatile cattle markets create both opportunities and challenges for producers. Hannah Bugas photo

Rule in Effect New water rules beneficial to producers The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) along with the Department of the Army Corps of Engineers published a final rule defining the Waters of the United States (WOTUS), which may be federally regulated under the Clean Water Act (CWA), under the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR) effective June 22. The NWPR, which repeals and replaces the rule published on Oct. 22, 2019 provides four categories of jurisdictional waters and clearly outlines exclusions for many water systems that traditionally were not regulated as well as defines terms that have never been defined before. Regulatory Affairs Senior Director for the American Farm Bureau Federation Don Parrish says the new rule is good for agriculture. Overreach overturned Parrish notes litigation thus far has been about federal overreach. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Chief Environmental Counsel Scott Yager says the NWPR, “Restricted federal jurisdiction over the CWA by virtue of pulling out unnecessary waters and pullPlease see WATER on page 11

Boner earns Ag HOF honors Brad Boner’s involvement in agriculture goes far beyond production. In fact, his dedication to and passion for the industry are evident through his active involvement in both the cattle and sheep industries on local, state and national levels. Boner runs a ranch near Glenrock and was chosen Brad Boner as one of the two Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame (HOF) 2020 inductees. Commitment to Wyoming agriculture Boner has served as a leader to Wyoming’s agriculture industry in many ways, currently serving as the secretary/treasurer for the American Lamb Industry Association (ASI). In the past, Boner has also served as Wyoming Wool Growers Association (WWGA) president, Wyoming Angus Association president, ASI regional director for Region VII, ASI Wool Council chairman and Mountain States Lamb Cooperative (MSLC) chairman. Boner has also been a member of the ASI Lets Grow Committee, ASI Lamb Council, Wyoming Animal Damage Management Board, Converse County Conservation District and Mountain States Rosen. “Brad has a deep understanding of the value agriculPlease see HONORS on page 4

Bergers chosen as Ag HOF inductees From holding high-esteemed leadership positions in a number of state and local associations, to hosting elementary student tours on their ranch near Saratoga and instilling the value of agriculture into their own children, Jack and Diana Berger are prime examples of Wyoming’s finest agricultural leaders. “Jack and Diana are very active and have been instrumental in shaping the agriculture industry at all levels in Wyoming,” write the nominating team of Grant and Ronda Stumbough and Bobbie Frank. “They enjoy ranching and making a living off the land and believe the most effective policy decisions are made at a local level.” “Jack and Diana believe in proper stew-

ardship of the land so it can be passed on to future generations in better condition then they left it,” they continue. “Most of all, they believe in hard work and that it is better to get involved, have a strong voice and play a role in shaping the industry in ways that are best for the local people and natural resources.” Due to their unwavering passion for Wyoming’s ag industry, Jack and Diana Berger have been hand-picked as Wyoming Agriculture Hall of Fame (HOF) 2020 inductees. Jack – agriculture involvement “Both Jack and Diana have volunteered much of their time and money to support

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Food Is Like Politics Have you noticed discussing food is kind of like talking about politics or religion around the table? It is not so much about what one likes or dislikes, but if the food is healthy or unhealthy for us and what the impacts are of growing food on the land, such as a carbon footprint. From the As with politics, if someone says Publisher something positive about a politician, Dennis Sun someone will come back with a negative response. This will go on until finally the truth comes out, and such is the case with food. As someone will complete a study of food, especially red meat, and soon after another study will come out saying the opposite. Recently, I came across a study that really caught my attention. Basically, it said dark chocolate and red meat are good for you to eat. I quickly looked to see who had done the research, as I thought it could be too good to be true. The study is legit. It was published by the Journal of American College of Cardiology and is titled, “Saturated fats and health: A reassessment and proposal for food-based recommendations.” Those who are vegetarians and those who support fake meat will likely dismiss the study, but the meat industry, including producers, need to support and get the word out on the findings. Simply, the study says, “The dietary recommendation to reduce intake of saturated fatty acids (SFA) and food sources is not aligned with the current evidence base. As such, it may distract from other more effective food-based recommendations and may also cause a reduction in the intake of nutrient-dense foods, such as eggs, dairy and unprocessed meat, that may help decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes and other non-communicable diseases, but also malnutrition deficiency diseases and frailty, particularly among ‘at-risk’ groups.” The study continues, “Furthermore, based on several decades of experience, a focus on total SFA has had the unintended effect of misleading governments, consumers and industry toward foods low in SFA but rich in refined starch and sugar. All guidelines should consider the types of fatty acids and more importantly, the diverse foods containing SFA, which may possess harmful, neutral or even beneficial effects in relation to major health outcomes. We strongly recommend a more food-based translation of how to achieve a healthy diet and reconsidering the guidelines on reduction in total SFA.” The other great part of the study says, “Dark chocolate contains stearic acid, which has a neutral effect on CVD risk. However, chocolate contains other nutrients, which may be more important for CVD and type 2 diabetes than its SFA content. Experimental and observational studies suggest dark chocolate has multiple beneficial health effects, including potential anti-oxidative, anti-hypertensive, anti-inflammatory, anti-atherogenic and anti-thrombotic properties, as well as preventive effects against CVD and type 2 diabetes.” So there you go, it has finally come out in a respectable study, not because it is what we want to hear, but because science tells us so. The eggs, whole milk and red meat we all grew up on are good for us. Those foods and plenty of work or exercise, plus all of the dirt we could eat, are OK. No matter what we eat or do, we have to balance it out. It is called common sense.

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GUEST OPINIONS Prudent Investment Strategies By Chris Nolt, Solid Rock Wealth Management The definition of prudence is shrewdness in the management of affairs and using skill and good judgment in the use of resources. There is an endless list of investment options to choose from today. Having so many options can make it difficult to decide which is best. One source of investment advice is the media. Unfortunately, a lot of what we read and hear in the media about investing isn’t good advice. Much of what we hear in the media centers around active management. The truth is, there is no scientific basis for many of the most highly touted beliefs, including the idea that value is added through the techniques of active management – stock selection and market timing. Once we understand the goals of the media and Wall Street are to entertain, to sell advertising and to move money, we will look to other sources for investment advice. An alternate source of investment information is independent academic research, which normally promotes asset allocation, diversification and a long-term plan. One of the most famous academic studies on investing was published in 1986 by a prestigious pension fund consulting firm named Brinson, Singer and Beebower. The firm analyzed the performance variations of 91 large pension funds. Their report analyzed

the three primary investment strategies that determine variations in portfolio performance: Market timing, security selection and asset allocation. What they found is the two strategies which have the least impact on variations in returns are market timing and stock selection. Market timing and stock selection rely on attempts to predict the future. Most stockbrokers’ recommendations are based on these two strategies. Wall Street spends billions of dollars each year trying to outguess the competition in these two areas. On average, these two strategies do not add value. In most studies, not only do they not add value, after management fees, they significantly under-perform the market. The third strategy, asset allocation, has the largest effect on portfolio performance variation, and it is the simplest of the three to use. Asset allocation accounts for over 90 percent of a portfolio’s performance. An asset class can be defined as groups of securities – stocks, bonds and/or real estate – that have common risk and return characteristics. Asset allocation is how we allocate our money between the different asset classes. Investing in index funds is an effective method for allocating our money among asset classes. There are indexes representing most asset classes,

and there are index funds one can invest in for these indexes. Index funds comply with specific and clearly defined sets of rules of ownership, which are held constant regardless of market conditions. Index funds do not employ the tactics of stock picking and market timing, but rather buy and hold the securities within an index such as the S&P 500, Russell 2000, etc. Companies are purchased and held within the index when they meet the index parameters. Stocks are sold when they move outside of these parameters and no longer meet the index rules of construction. When it comes to index fund investing, one can invest in mutual funds or exchange traded funds (ETFs). Two of the most reputable companies advocating an indexing type approach are Dimensional Fund Advisors (DFA) and the Vanguard Group. Although DFA’s funds are similar to index funds, they create their own asset classes and are not restricted to traditional index rules of ownership. Instead, they retain the flexibility to make trading and portfolio construction decisions that add value. This flexibility offers them some advantages over traditional index funds. In fact, from 1999-2018, 85 percent of DFA’s funds outperformed their index benchmark. Although DFA is the

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NEWS BRIEFS Health orders unchanged Wyoming’s current public health orders will be extended through July 15 as the number of COVID-19 cases in the state continues to steadily increase, Gov. Mark Gordon announced June 29. Twenty-five percent of Wyoming’s total number of lab-confirmed cases of COVID-19 have been identified in the past two weeks, with 288 new cases confirmed since the current orders went into effect on June 15. New cases of the virus have been reported in 15 counties and reflect increased transmission within Wyoming communities. The governor continues to stress the importance of personal responsibility and emphasized that a cooperative effort by business owners and patrons is required to prevent businesses from being forced to close. “It is clear from the recent increase in cases statewide that the dual threat of COVID-19 to both the health of our citizens and the health of our economy is not going away,” Gordon said. “No one wants to see the progress we have made vanish, but it requires each of us to make a concerted effort to slow the spread of the virus. It is really simple and depends on everyone practicing good hygiene, social distancing and doing their best to wear a mask in public where social distancing isn’t possible.” The Wyoming Department of Health and the governor continue to recommend the use of face coverings in public settings where it is not possible or reasonable to stay physically apart. On Wyoming’s COVID-19 dashboard, the number of new cases continues to be rated as “concerning.” The continuing orders allow gatherings up to 50 persons in a confined space to occur without restrictions and permit events of up to 250 persons with social distancing and increased sanitization measures in place. Faith-based gatherings such as church services and funeral homes will continue to be permitted to operate without restrictions, with appropriate social distancing encouraged. All public health restrictions that apply to restaurants, bars, gyms and performance spaces will remain in place. As of June 29, Wyoming has recorded 1,144 lab-confirmed positive cases of COVID-19, 299 probable cases and 20 deaths. The current health orders will remain in place until July 15. The continuing orders can be found at covid19.wyo.gov/ governors-orders.

Dates changed

The Wyoming Stock Growers Association's (WSGA) Wyoming Cattle Industry Convention and Trade Show will now take place Aug. 24-26, rather than Aug. 26-28 as previously scheduled. The event will still be held in Rock Springs. “This change was made to enable us to host all of the major events at the Sweetwater Events Center, a larger facility allowing for all necessary social distancing that may be required or encouraged,” said WSGA Director of Communication, Publications and Programs Olivia Sanchez. “The Holiday Inn will remain the convention headquarters and they still have the same rate available for the new dates.” For more information visit wysga.org.

NCBA helps CPB’s AQI

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) helped lead a coalition of more than 150 agricultural organizations in urging Congressional appropriators to close an estimated $630 million funding shortfall for the Customs and Border Protections (CPB) Agriculture Quarantine Inspection (AQI) at U.S. ports of entry. The coalition states its case in a letter to members of the U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees. CPB Agriculture Specialists, Technicians and Canine Teams inspect ag imports to prevent the entry of foreign plant and animal pests and diseases such as Foot and Mouth Disease. The inspections are ordinarily funded by AQI user fees collected by USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), but those user fees have dropped dramatically as international travel and cargo imports have been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. The shortfall in funding for AQI at ports of entry through the end of Fiscal Year 2021 is estimated to be $630 million. “We urge Congress to ensure the essential work of CBP Agriculture Inspectors continues uninterrupted throughout the COVID-19 pandemic,” the coalition’s letter said. “We depend on AQI to ensure America’s agriculture sector remains safe from foreign animal and plant pests and diseases. It is inconceivable Congress would risk widespread damage to U.S. agriculture and the overall economy by not funding these inspections.” “The pandemic has already had a devastating impact on our nation’s citizens and on our economy,” said NCBA Executive Director of Government Affairs Allison Rivera. “We need to continue to fund our CBP Ag Inspectors and give them the resources they need so they may continue to be vigilant at our ports of entry in order to keep out foreign animal diseases and pests.”

Senators request relief

Land conserved

The Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust (WSGLT) and Condict and Sons Cattle Company, Inc. have partnered to permanently conserve 5,073 acres in the Upper North Platte River Valley. Mark and Valerie Condict initiated a conservation easement on the Condict and Sons Ranch in 2016. Their desire to conserve the property rests in the immense agricultural and wildlife values of the ranch. The ranch is a portion of the land originally homesteaded by the Condict family in 1884 and has since supported livestock and hay production, along with a way of life for six generations of the Condict family. Supported by the agricultural conservation easement, the Condict family intends to steward the ranch as a livestock operation furthering the rich agricultural heritage of the family and the ranch. “We are extremely blessed to be given the opportunity to conserve our family ranch for future generations. Agriculture and stewardship of the land has been a way of life since 1884, and we look forward to continuing this tradition. We want to thank everyone who helped make this conservation easement possible,” said Valerie Condict.

On June 23, Sens. Mike Enzi and John Barrasso, both R-WY, joined a bipartisan group of senators in asking USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue to consider areas for regulatory and programmatic reform in the meat processing industry. “When high-capacity processing facilities experienced outbreaks amongst employees, operations were forced to shut off or slow down production, leaving the rancher with livestock they could not move and the consumer with either empty grocery shelves or overpriced products,” the senators wrote in a letter. “These pitfalls can be avoided in the future if we take action to promote a diversified food supply chain. Regulations must be streamlined to remove barriers impeding small and medium-sized meat processors.” The letter, led by U.S. Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-ND), was also signed by U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden (D-OR), John Hoeven (R-ND), Doug Jones (D-AL) and Steve Daines (R-MT).

EVENING EVENTS Pig Wrestling Little Buckaroo Rodeo

Funding available

Gov. Mark Gordon has allocated $50 million in additional funding from the federal CARES Act to the Business Interruption Stipend Program to ensure the program keeps pace with demand from small businesses across the state. The additional funding is available to businesses with 50 employees or fewer to help them recover from the economic impacts of COVID-19. The Business Interruption Stipend was created by the Wyoming Legislature during its special session held May 15-16. The governor used the authority given to him in the legislation to move these additional funds into this program. In May, Wyoming had the third lowest unemployment rate in the country. “This global pandemic continues to have significant impacts on the economy and on the lives of people in Wyoming,” Gordon said. “These grants keep people employed and help small business owners stay resilient while respecting the health orders that protect lives.” A grant program for businesses with 100 or fewer employees, as well as a reimbursement program for coronavirus-related health and safety expenses incurred by businesses of all sizes are expected to launch the week of July 13.

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HONORS continued from page 1 ture has to his community, the state of Wyoming and this nation. He is a mentor to many and an outstanding leader on a variety of important issues affecting Wyoming’s agriculture industry,” says WWGA President Vance Broadbent. Peter John Camino, former WWGA president and Johnson County sheep producer, comments, “Brad is intelligent, innovative and his dedication to agriculture is unmatched by anyone. He has worked diligently to solidify a future not only for himself, but the future generations to follow. Brad believes there is a bright future for the industry, and it is possible, in part, by his hard work and dedication.” Emphasis on the sheep industry Although Boner raises both cattle and sheep and despite his active involvement in both industries, he seems to have had a greater impact on the sheep industry. “Brad is one of our

industry’s foremost leaders, serving in many capacities to the benefit of Wyoming’s sheep ranching community,” Broadbent says. “He has been an articulate spokesman on numerous issues, but he has had the greatest impact on moving our industry forward in times of need.” Broadbent continues, “Of importance to our organization is Brad’s never-ending willingness to continually speak out on behalf of the domestic sheep industry to ensure the sustainability of the sheep industry in Wyoming. He provides a needed perspective on numerous issues facing our producers.” Creating a co-op One of Boner’s most noteworthy accomplishments is his active role in creating MSLC. In fact, Brad served as co-chair in starting up the co-op and served as MSLC’s first chairman when it was up and running. “Brad, along with several other producers, dedicated not only hours,

days, weeks or months, but years to develop a cooperative that would allow them to produce, market and sell their products,” says Camino. “Brad was one of the main contributors to the formation of MSLC, which in my opinion saved the operations of many producers, including my own.” “The establishment of MSLC and Brad’s role in developing it ensured a thriving sheep industry in Wyoming to continue,” states Broadbent. “He is again serving as chairman of MSLC and dedicates a tremendous amount of time to help the co-op. He truly gives back to the industries that represent his livelihood,” adds Frank Moore, Boner’s business partner of 17 years. Community involvement In addition to his involvement in Wyoming’s agriculture industry, Boner has also been active in his local community through the years. An avid basketball player and fan, Boner has refereed basketball for over 30 years, starting with college intermural basketball, then both

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middle school and junior varsity high school games in his hometown of Glenrock. “College basketball is his favorite sport and to this day he stays in referee mode, calling fouls and bad or missed calls when attending a game from his seat or in front of the TV,” says Moore. Moore adds, “Brad is an exceptional choice for Ag Hall of Fame, as his actions, both in business

“Brad has a deep understanding of the value agriculture has to his community, the state of Wyoming and this nation. He is a mentor to many and an outstanding leader on a variety of important issues affecting Wyoming’s agriculture industry.” – Vance Broadbent, Wyoming Wool Growers Association and as a volunteer, clearly reflect his ag roots, his good ethics and his love for the state of Wyoming and its agriculture industry.”

Hannah Bugas is the managing editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Rhea Andrew “Bud” Tillard July 28, 1923 – June 22, 2020 Tillard, TK Tillard, Ryan Good and Lacey Mitchell; 21 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Bud was preceded in death by his wife, Bette, on May 17, 2001; his son, Andy, on Feb. 22, 1991; his sister, Helen Merritt Oakes, on Feb. 19, 2020; his father, Rhea, on July 19, 1959 and his mother, Angie, on June 24, 1980. Bud was a member of Saint James Catholic Church, Turtles, Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association and the American Quarter Horse Association. He was a founding member of the Wyoming Steer Roping Association and an avid supporter of high school rodeo. He was well known for his horsemanship and steer roping ability and won many contests in both. His best horse was Badger, who he rode and competed on for many years. When Badger died, he was buried between the ranch house and the arena so Bud could look over that grave while his kids, grandkids and great-grandkids roped. As much as he loved roping, rodeo always came second to ranching. He qualified twice for the National Finals Rodeo, but skipped it once because it conflicted with shipping dates. Next to his family, Bud’s greatest love was his ranch. He worked tirelessly toward the goal of good horses,

A graveside service for family and friends was held for Rhea Andrew “Bud” Tillard, 96, at 2 p.m. June 29 at the Douglas Park Cemetery in Douglas with Pastor Echo Klaproth officiating. Interment was in the Tillard Family plot. Bud’s long journey in life ended peacefully and surrounded by his family at home on the ranch north of Douglas on June 22. He was born in Douglas on July 28, 1923 and lived his entire life on the Tillard Ranch. Bud was the son of Rhea Nelson Tillard and Angelina “Angie’ Gertrude (O’Leary) Tillard. He graduated from Douglas High School and attended the University of Wyoming. Bud and Bette Jean Turner were married on June 25, 1947 in Douglas. They raised three sons on the ranch. He is survived by his sons, Marty (Vicki) Tillard and Tim (Debbie) Tillard; daughter-in-law, Barbara Tillard; grandchildren, Tara Davidson, Ty Tillard, Casey Tillard, Kelly Miles, Troy

always Quarter Horses, good cattle and a great herd of sheep with good wool. When one of the boys complained about working sheep, his answer was always, “You like to eat don’t you? Sheep pay the bills and we keep enough cattle to stay respectable.” Bud’s love of the sheep business was evident in the many sheep wagons he built from scratch and as close as possible to the original design. Bud will be remembered by friends and family for his integrity honesty, strong work ethic, devotion to family and a legacy of the ranching way of life. A man of strong opinions and no-nonsense ideals, no one ever had to wonder where they stood with Bud Tillard. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the Converse County Cancer Fund in care of Converse County Bank, Drawer 689, Douglas, WY 82633, the Autism Education Scholarship Fund, P.O. Box 2285, Glenrock, WY 82637 or the Rocky Mountain Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, 2727 Bryant Street, Suite 380, Denver, CO 80211. The Gorman Funeral Homes – Converse Chapel of Douglas, WY was in charge of the arrangements. Condolences may be sent to the family at gormanfh.com.

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Wyoming FFA selects 2020-2021 State Officers On June 26, nine youth leaders in agriculture were selected by a nominating committee to serve the Wyoming FFA Association. The newly elected officer team is President Cameron Magee of the Casper FFA, Vice President Tyler Juma of the Torrington/Lingle FFA, Second Vice President Payton Timberman of the Whitcomb FFA, Third Vice President Kylie Carson of the Southeast FFA, Secretary Danielle Erickson of the Star Valley FFA, Treasurer Audrey Axtell of the Thermopolis FFA, Reporter Kodi Christensen of the Shoshoni FFA, Sentinel Kahley Sipe of the John B. Kendrick FFA and Parliamentarian Elsa Friese of the Buffalo FFA. While the election process was different from previous years, Wyoming FFA has no doubt this team will do great things for the association. “I am proud of all 18 state officer candidates who remained dedicated to the election process throughout the changes we’ve endured this year,” says State Advisor Stacey Broda. “It was enjoy-

able to see everybody during interviews, and we are excited to get started with this team.” Over the next year, these students will help organize and host events, conduct leadership workshops and serve as ambassadors for Wyoming FFA and the agriculture industry. Other responsibilities include promoting agricultural literacy and providing opportunities for personal growth for FFA members. “State officers are the public face of the Wyoming FFA Association,” says Broda. “They serve as the bridge between local FFA chapters and the state organization as well as provide input in decision making and represent Wyoming FFA at local, state and national events.” Some of this year’s events will likely look different than in year’s past, like National FFA Convention with a virtual presentation, but the current state of the world provides the 2020-2021 state officers a unique opportunity to showcase their leadership skills in a different light. Incoming State FFA President Cameron Magee shared

GRIZZLY continued from page 1 Drift for over a century. Plaintiffs presented no evidence In the case, Western Watersheds Project et al. v. Bernhardt et al., conservation groups sued U.S. Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the U.S. Forest Service, claiming the grazing plan associated with the Green River Drift violated the Endangered Species Act, among other laws, in part because it did not limit the removal or killing of female grizzly bears. Therefore, the conservation groups sought an injunction to immediately stop the killings and removals. “The nonprofits Western Watersheds Project, Yellowstone to Uintas Connection and Alliance for the Wild Rockies have not offered evidence of a certain and great harm likely to occur while the case wends its way through court,” said U.S. District Judge Amit

Mehta. “In past years, an average of 0.7 female grizzly bears a year have been removed from the Upper Green River grazing area. This suggests the taking of more than one or two female bears during the pendency of this case is unlikely to occur.” Mehta noted, “The conservationists did not convince me the killing of a single member of a threatened species constitutes irreparable harm, especially where, as here, the grizzly bear population has been growing for years.” Other safeguards in place In reaching his conclusion, Mehta wrote wildlife managers have several safeguards in place to ensure the removal or death of female grizzlies to protect livestock does not endanger the Yellowstone Ecosystem population of an estimated 728 bears. “The lethal taking of nuisance bears is a last resort,” Mehta said. “There are many checks in the process to

she is excited for the connections she will make at the Wyoming State Fair this year, as many activities state officers take part in have been affected by the coronavirus. “Visiting different FFA chapters around the state is really what I look forward to the most,” she says. Magee was raised on her family’s hay farm outside of Glenrock. She describes her decision to run for the office, saying, “The FFA has given me so much. I have grown as both a leader and a person, and I want to return the favor to the association that has done a lot for me.” Vice President Tyler Juma echoed the sentiment. He says, “FFA turned me into who I am. I wouldn’t be where I am today without it.” Juma’s family raises bucking bulls, along with running a feedlot in Torrington and managing their farmland in Nebraska. Both officers expressed their excitement for serving the members of the Wyoming FFA Association and sharing their passion for agriculture education and leadership with students around the state. ensure the killing of such a bear, especially a female, cannot be a spur of the moment decision.” Among the alternatives are trapping and relocating grizzlies suspected of eating cattle. “WSGA welcomed the common sense analysis by the Federal District Court denying a preliminary injunction in the Upper Green litigation. While an injunction would have still allowed the permittees to use the allotments in 2020, it would have forced them to place their cattle at far greater risk without any ability for lethal removal of problem bears,” commented WSGA Executive Director Jim Magagna. He continued, “We now look forward to the opportunity to convince the court the grizzly bear take level, authorized in the Biological Opinion, poses no threat to the viability of the bear population.” Hannah Bugas is the managing editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Central Wyoming Fair, Casper, Central Wyoming Fairgrounds. Visit centralwyomingfair.com for more information. Laramie Jubilee Days, Laramie. For more information, visit laramiejubileedays.org. Wyoming’s Tomorrow Task Force Committee Meeting Public Comment Forum, Zoom. For more information and to fill out the public comment form, visit wyoleg.gov. Converse County Fair, Douglas, Wyoming State Fairgrounds. Visit conversecountyfair.com for more information. Joint Appropriations Committee Meeting, 8 a.m. Online. Visit wyoleg. gov to livestream the meeting. Natrona County Conservation District FY 2021 Budget Hearing, 6 p.m. USDA Service Center. For more information, call 307-261-5436, ext. 4 or visit nccdwyoming.com. Wyoming Environmental Stewardship Day, Elk Mountain, Double 8 Ranch. Visit wysga.org for more information. Teton County Fair, Jackson, Teton County Fairgrounds. Visit tetoncountyfair.com for more information. Park County Fair, Powell, Park County Fairgrounds. Visit parkcountyfair. com for more information. Sublette County Fair, Big Piney, Sublette County Fairgrounds. Visit sublettecountyfair.com for more information. Albany County Fair, Laramie, Albany County Fairgrounds. Visit albanycountyfair.org for more information. Uinta County Fair, Evanston, Uinta County Fairgrounds. Visit uintacountyfair.org for more information. Weston County Fair, Newcastle, Weston County Fairgrounds. Visit westoncountyfair.com for more information. Niobrara County Fair, Lusk, Niobrara County Fairgrounds. Visit niobraracounty.org for more information. SUBJECT TO CHANGE. Platte County Fair, Wheatland, Platte County Fairgrounds. Visit plattecountyfair.org for more information. Campbell County Fair, Gillette, Cam-Plex Event Center. Visit ccgov.net for more information. Johnson County Fair, Buffalo, Johnson County Fairgrounds. Visit johnsoncountyfairgrounds.com for more information. Fremont County Fair, Riverton, Fremont County Fairgrounds. Visit fremontcountyfair.org for more information. Washakie County Fair, Worland, Washakie County Fairgrounds. Call 307-347-8989 for more information. Crook County Fair, Sundance, Crook County Fairgrounds. Visit crookcofair.com for more information. Big Horn County Fair, Basin, Big Horn County Fairgrounds. Visit bighornfair.com for more information. Sheridan County Fair, Sheridan, Sheridan County Fairgrounds. Visit sheridancounty.com for more information. Goshen County Fair, Torrington, Goshen County Fairgrounds. Visit goshencounty.org for more information. Laramie County Fair, Cheyenne, Laramie County Fairgrounds. Visit laramiecountyevents.com/fair for more informaiton

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and it has been practiced almost every day for the past two weeks so it can be duplicated in every detail by Clingers and their riders. Another daring and novel stunt will be staged by the Mayor of Afton, wherein he catches an alleged bootlegger by throwing himself from a horse into the rear seat of a racing automobile. The morning of the fourth, at 10 a.m., a special program will be held in the Tabernacle. The Afton Band will be in attendance and the best of the local talent has been busy, of late to furnish music and oratory for the occasion. A couple of the side stories in the paper are also interesting. Some Spill Last Sunday, while Warden Clinger was trying out some teams for the chariot race for the big celebration for July Fourth, his team ran away, and when they crossed a deep ditch, threw Warden from the chariot. He landed between 30 and 50 feet away. The team ran about a mile farther and hung up in a bunch of trees, having broken the tongue of the chariot and several other parts of lesser importance. Clinger, said he would show that team, the next day, that he could ride behind ’em. Wilder Than Last Weeks J. P. Robinson has a Hereford bull that he guarantees no one can ride, one that goes higher and faster than the Lallathin Bull, and he is willing to wager $50 on his judgment. He also has some of the wildest horses ever shown in this part of the country, bred and raised in the wilds of Texas, they have never been in a corral, and they absolutely refuse to have the lasso around their necks. Come and see the professional busters try to ride these wild steeds.

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Central Wyoming Fair kicks off Wyoming county fair season The Central Wyoming Fair will still be kicking off county fair season in Wyoming, although the annual event will look a little different this year. “Livestock shows will begin the week of July 6 as originally scheduled, but the schedule will be modified this year due to COVID19,” says Natrona County Junior Livestock Sale Committee’s Kera Bullard. Livestock shows Bullard notes shows will take place outside in the rodeo area so fans are able to practice social distancing in the grandstands, and animals will not be allowed to stay on the fairgrounds overnight. Instead, exhibitors will haul in their animals on a

specific day of the week and haul back out after they show. The sheep show will kick off the Central Wyoming Fair at 9 a.m. on Monday, July 6. On Tuesday, July 7, poultry will show at 9 a.m. and the market beef show will begin at 5 p.m. Market goats will show beginning at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, July 8 and swine showmanship will follow beginning at 8 p.m. Market hogs will show at 7 a.m. on Thursday, July 9. Livestock sale “Our livestock sale will start at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 11 in the rodeo area,” Bullard says. “We won’t be having our complimentary buyers’ breakfast before the

sale, and we won’t be mixing up species throughout the sale.” Bullard also notes there will be a display on the jumbo tron so buyers can see the animals from the grandstands. She also says buyers have several options. “Our buyers have the choice to buy a live animal, a processed animal or donate an animal to a nonprofit,” she explains. “They can also participate in buyers’ groups, meaning they can contribute a certain amount of money towards an animal. Several buyers then end up buying the animal and they split it up evenly between them.” Bullard continues, “The last option buyers have is to

contribute add ons. If they don’t have funds to buy an entire animal or part of an animal, they can just ask to add on a bonus for a particular exhibitor.” “Our livestock sale is a huge benefit for our community, especially for the kids and several local nonprofits,” Bullard says. “We want to get the word out so buyers know it is still happening and so county fairs across the state can see what we are doing in Natrona County.” She notes the Central Wyoming Fair’s Junior Livestock Sale benefits 10 nonprofits in the area. These include Meals on Wheels, Seton House, Joshua’s Store House, the Senior Center, Youth Crisis

“Our livestock sale is a huge benefit for our community, especially for the kids and several local nonprofits. We want to get the word out so buyers know it is still happening and so county fairs across the state can see what we are doing in Natrona County.” – Kera Bullard, Natrona County Junior Livestock Sale Committee Center, Central Wyoming Rescue Mission, Central Wyoming Hospice, St. Anthony’s School, Holy Cross and the 12/24 Club. “Meals on Wheels probably benefits the most from our livestock sale,” Bullard explains. “In fact, last year 80 percent of their meat for an operative year came from donations from our sale.” She adds, “We are

very fortunate in Natrona County to have such amazing community support. Last year our sale grossed $881,276.50 and 55 percent of that, $483,777, was donated to local nonprofits.” Hannah Bugas is the managing editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@ wylr.net.

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MARKET continued from page 1 and 31 million head of beef cows, which Close describes as a good thing. “This number is comfortable for the existing infrastructure and builds a solid base for us to see expansion on the next up cycle,” he explains. “The greatest concern for producers today is the calf market this fall,” says Close. “We are having difficulty clearing cattle from feed yards, and this creates pen space problems when adding feeder cattle,” Close explains. If the backlog of feeder cattle continues through the summer, Close describes the calf market will be vulnerable in the late summer into the fall expecting numbers around the 150 to 160 million head level. Close also warns that producers must continue to consider the escalation of the drought in the West. “I do not believe we are to the point where the drought will cause heavy liquidation of cattle yet,” he says. “However, this is something producers should keep an eye on going

forward.” Feeder cattle As far as feeder cattle are concerned, the stay-at-home orders and the closure of restaurants around the country sparked retail markets as meat sales at grocery stores increased. Increases in the number of COVID-19 cases seen at packing plants caused severe slowdowns and closures, which put pressure on the market, according to Close. “The $1.15 prices we saw in the April 15 market were due to fear of the unknown,” he explains. However, Close also argues the feeder market made its comeback with too much, too quickly. He adds producers could soon see the feeder cattle market flatten and resume normal ranges. “Fed cattle cleanup should support better feeder prices than forecasted,” Close claims. While slaughter is down, carcass weights have increased, according to Close.

“The backlog of cattle with additional days on feed has increased the current carcass weights of feeder cattle by an additional 50 pounds over carcass weights from a year ago,” he explains. Markets moving forward “In all of the years I’ve been involved in the market, I have never seen a disruption in slaughter to this magnitude,” says Close. “Currently, slaughter numbers sit 40 percent below last year at this time.” Although capacity is back to 95 percent to 96 percent of this time last year, a feat Close shares is nothing short of amazing. “Getting to 100 percent capacity will be the toughest part,” he adds. Optimistic from 2019 trade deals, even with COVID19 in the mix, Close believes better opportunities for feeder cattle will exist as the summer progresses. “Our expectation at this point in time is to see the lowest price level at late summer into August,” says Close. “With the majority of sales in retail, the markets could take something below the two dol-

Wyoming agriculture as well as their local community,” notes Wyoming Department of Agriculture Director Doug Miyamoto. “Jack is currently serving as president of the Wyoming Natural Resource Foundation, which is dedicated to conserving Wyoming’s natural resources, heritage and culture,” the nominating team explains. “As president, Jack has been instrumental in providing the necessary support to fund a myriad of water quality, rangeland and wildlife habitat improvement projects as well as scholarship dollars to assist University of Wyoming students.” U.S. State Conservationist Astrid Martinez adds, “Jack has been instrumental in dealing with water issues and providing support for the irrigated agricultural economy of the valley.” “Jack also currently serves on the board of the Wyoming Stock Growers Land Trust and has been instrumental in securing conservation easements on numerous ranches to protect open spaces, wildlife habitat and grasslands,” the nominating team says. In addition, Jack has formerly served as president of the Saratoga-EncampmentRawlins Conservation District. “As past president of the Wyoming Association of Conservation Districts, he was a valuable asset in statewide water rights and state water law protection, watershed planning efforts, local Conservation District Supervisor training, water quality training, living snow fence programs, forestry conservation strategies, wildlife habitat improvement efforts and the list goes on,” the nominating team says. Jack has also been

active with the Wyoming Stock Growers Association (WSGA), serving as Region IV vice president of WSGA and past president of the Carbon County Stock Growers. Additionally, he has served on the South Central Sage Grouse Local working Group, Upper North Platte Valley Water Conservation Districts and recently served on the Saratoga Planning and Zoning Board. Diana – agriculture involvement “Education is Diana’s passion, and she worked extremely hard to ensure every student in her district received the very best education possible,” the nominating team says. “Her commitment to education is exemplified by the fact that she was re-elected for a second term on her local school board.” Diana was appointed by Gov. Mead in 2018 to serve on the Wyoming State Fair Advisory Board. Thanks to her enthusiasm, knowledge and leadership abilities, she was elected to serve as chair in 2019. Additionally, Diana is an active member of WSGA and served several years on the Environmental Stewardship Selection Committee and as chair of the association’s Ag Promotion, Education and Enhancement Committee.

lar mark to stabilize.” Although there are uncertain times ahead for the beef market, Close explains there may be a silver lining. “Consumers conditioned to higher prices enable the market to be at retail prices higher than we have seen historically,” Close concludes. Navigating risk “The cattle industry on its best day has lots of challenges,” says Peel. He continues, “Its not going to be the kind of year we thought it was when it started.” Peel provides explanations of different kinds of risk potentials and how to manage to decrease uncertainty. Price and production risk are areas where management is key. “Price risk separates the three components of marketing – establishing price, changing ownership and transferring property,” according to Peel. Managing one or all three components can help mitigate losses. “Cash sales provide no opportunity for price risk management,” says Peel. “The price at an auction is

established at the same time as ownership change and product transfer.” Peel continues, “Forward selling options such as video sales and forward contracting involve lower price risk, but hold performance risk.” He recommends a strong contract and a down payment to lower liability and risk of contract default. Indirect price risk management, including futures and hedging options also limits price risk, according to Peel. “Futures trade large market risk for a smaller basis risk,” Peel explains. “However, it is limited for marketing calves because futures contracts are defined for feeder cattle.” “The option of retained ownership also decreases risk because it allows more market flexibility,” says Peel. “It changes what you are marketing.” Head start recommended Peel explains the first step producers can make to manage risk is to start planning early, especially when drought planning is thrown into the situation. “Changes to consider for

“As chair, she was a strong leader in promoting agriculture and ag education activities across the state,” the nominating team says. Sharing their passion for ag One of the most notable aspects of the Bergers’ leadership in Wyoming’s ag industry is their devotion for sharing their love and passion for agriculture, especially with their children, Jace, Aubrey, Kyle and Kirby. “Together, Jack and Diana have been strong supporters of youth programs across the state,” says WSGA Executive Vice President Jim Magagna. “They have traveled many miles to ensure that their own family could be engaged participants in these programs.” “Jack and Diana believe in strong family values and have taught their children the value of hard work, dedication and how to be good stewards of the land,” nominators say. “They also believe in passing the ranch down to the next generation and have positioned the ranch, their children and themselves to accomplish this goal. Family is a number one priority for the Bergers.” Magagna concludes, “Jack and Diana’s contributions to Wyoming agriculture, both individually and as a team, make them most worthy of this recognition.” Hannah Bugas is the managing editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net

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the operation include buying feed or forage, relocating animals, early weaning or backgrounding, and lastly, liquidating animals,” says Peel. When planning, Peel recommends considering longterm impacts on both the forage resources and the animals. “It is important to maintain the supply and demand balance in the operation,” he says. Conclusions “Producers have been playing good defense for the unprecedented situation,” Peel explains. “The long-term prospects for the industry are strong and demand is strong, but masked by the current situation,” Peel continues. He recommends planning and managing in a way that puts an operation in a situation to capitalize on emerging opportunity, which he predicts there will be no shortage of. “Volatility always creates opportunity as well as challenges,” says Peel. Averi Reynolds is the editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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Wyoming students excel in bookmark contest Elementary students from across the state of Wyoming were tasked

with illustrating the economic resources of Wyoming on a bookmark. Wyoming Agri-

culture in the Classroom has offered this program for over 25 years. The Wyoming Live-

stock Roundup will present the finalists’ creations over the coming weeks.

Emelyen Baev is a fifth grade student in Niki Walter’s class at Jackson Elementary. Emelyen is a resident of Jackson and is sponsored by Jonah Bank.

Tanner Woods of Cheyenne is a fourth grader in Marty Ellis’ class at Hobbs Elementary. Tanners’s bookmark is sponsored by Jonah Bank.

Teague Duncan of Buffalo is a fifth grade student at Cloud Peak Elementary. Teague is in Gina Sheets’ class and sponsored by Superior Livestock.

Safety encouraged

As Wyoming’s reported number of lab-confirmed COVID-19 cases grew past the 1,000 case mark, the Wyoming Department of Health (WDH) is reminding Wyomingites simple steps meant to limit the spread of the virus are more important than ever. WDH and Gov. Mark Gordon recommend people wear cloth face coverings in public settings where it is not possible or reasonable to stay physically apart, because masks can help block virus transmission. They also remind people to respect directions, such as quarantine or isolation orders, they may receive if told they have been exposed to the virus. The significant increase in new cases of COVID-19 that began earlier in June continues. On June 25, Wyoming had 36 new lab-confirmed positive cases, the largest single-day total the state has seen since the first case of COVID-19 was recorded in March. As of June 25, Uinta, Fremont and Teton counties have the highest rate of confirmed cases per 100,000 residents. County-level COVID-19 data is available at health. wyo.gov.

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WATER continued from page 1 ing back the overreach and providing some additional exclusions for farmers and ranchers.” The NWPR is in our backyard according to Yager, except for Colorado residents where a judge stayed the rule from taking effect in the state. The 1987 WOTUS definition remains in effect in Colorado as the 2015 rule was appealed with the publication of the NWPR. “This is a really good development for farmers and ranchers,” says Parrish on the NWPR going into effect in the remaining 49 states. Clear definitions Parrish says the new NWPR provides farmers and ranchers the clarity they need in defining navigable waters and waters under federal control. One of the major points of the new definition includes the exclusion of ephemeral waters under federal control, Yager notes. Ephemeral waters are water from precipitation events that do not consistently run, such as runoff from a rain or snowmelt event. Ephemeral features are no longer under federal control with the passage of NWPR, which was a concern of farmers and ranchers under the previous WOTUS. Yager declares this, “A

huge win under this new rule for farmers and ranchers.” New rule implementation Although the new ruling has been passed, Parrish shares that there is more work to do on behalf of agricultural producers. He also says implementation is going to be a major factor for the success of the new rule. “We are going to have to partner with this administration to ensure the transparency and the clarity the agencies wanted when they developed this rule is realized,” he says. While the NWPR is an effective law, it is currently being challenged by a multitude of environmental groups and blue states, according to Yager. He adds, “We are defending the Trump administration’s rule in various courts throughout the United States.” Yager says producers should enjoy the new water rule. Parrish adds, “This rule is going to be protective of water quality. It’s going to be protective of the environment. But yet, provide the clarity farmers, ranchers and landowners deserve.” Averi Reynolds is the editor for the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

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It’s the Pitts by Lee Pitts

If Vets Were M.D.’s I think we take our large animal veterinarians for granted. Just think of how much worse it could be if veterinarians were more like medical doctors. Let’s say a bow hunter accidentally shot your cow in the rump. Ouch! Instead of getting almost immediate attention from your vet, you’d phone a number and be placed on hold, listening to ear-splitting music for 20 minutes to schedule an appointment, because vets would no longer make house calls. “We hear you have a problem with a horse,”

says the receptionist on the phone days later. “No, it’s a cow and some idiot shot an arrow into her rump,” I reply. “That must hurt. But sorry, the doc is not taking any new patients at this time.” “We’re not new. He’s been our vet for 25 years.” “Oh, in that case the soonest we can squeeze you in is in four weeks.” “You’re kidding? My cow is supposed to walk around with an arrow in her butt for a month?” “Yes, the DVM is extremely busy because he’s now playing golf

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twice a week.” Then, the day before your scheduled appointment you get this phone message. “We’re very excited to announce the doc has been invited to play in a pro-am golf tournament tomorrow. Please call our office to reschedule your appointment.” Finally, six weeks after your cow was shot, you load her up and arrive 15 minutes early to fill out the 24-page questionnaire the receptionist hands you. It asks things like, “Has your cow ever had an STD?” You’re embarrassed to ask, so you whisper to the receptionist, “What is an STD?” In her loudest possible voice she practically screams, “Sexually transmitted disease.” This causes everyone in the waiting room to regard you in a new light. You pervert! Another question asks, “Besides you and your spouse, who should we contact in case of an emergency?”

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You write down your sister-in-law’s name who is a kindergarten teacher, although you doubt she’s going to be much help in removing the arrow from the rump of your cow. You wait in the waiting room reading four-year-old cow magazines and watching The View on TV. Your name is finally called, so you unload your cow to be looked at by a veterinarian’s assistant (VA) who takes the cow’s blood pressure, temperature, weighs her and offers a preliminary prognosis. “Your cow appears to have an arrow in her rump.” Then she asks all sorts of questions, including, “Does your cow have insurance?” “She does but I don’t.” “In that case we’ll only require a $500 office visit charge. Does the cow have a living will?” “Well yes, she’s shown

a really strong will to keep on living despite her lack of medical care.” Then the VA says, “The veterinarian will be right in.” An hour later you finally see the vet, Dr. Mallard (a real quack). He looks at your cow and says, “We’ll need to send your cow to several specialists. First to a gastroenterologist, who will run a camera up her tailpipe to see if there’s internal damage. Here are several unreadable prescriptions and lab orders for several tests including fecal, blood and urine. We’ll need these to confirm your cow has arrowin-the-butt syndrome.” Also, here are instructions to the imaging center, that I own part of, for an MRI, CAT scan, x-rays and endoscopy. At some point your cow is going to require the services of

another member of my golf foursome, Dr. Sawbones, who owns Shark’s Surgeon group. He’s an extremely average surgeon but happens to be my brother-inlaw,” he continues. Your cow eventually dies on the operating table despite several attempts to revive her with the cowboy defibrillator, a hotshot. On the cow’s death certificate where it says, “Cause of death,” instead of signing his name, Dr. Sawbones writes, “A negative patient outcome was the result of the cow dying of COVID19.” For the next two years you receive bills in the mail for things like “laboratory outreach” and “tallow works retrieval.” The final blow arrives from your cow’s insurance company that informs you none of the charges will be covered because it was an “elective surgery.”

Hearing requested On July 1, the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association (USCA), National Farmers Union (NFU) and 11 other organizations sent a letter to the Senate Agriculture Committee requesting a hearing on livestock mandatory price reporting reauthorization. The Livestock Mandatory Reporting Rule, established in 1999, mandates price reporting for cattle, boxed beef, swine and lamb. It is reauthorized every

five years, with the current program expiring on Sept. 30, 2020. This year represents an opportunity to make meaningful change to the program to increase transparency and true price discovery. USCA and others strongly urge the Senate Agriculture Committee to examine all available solutions to the current market factors depressing livestock prices and the increasing consolidation facing the U.S. cattle industry.

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