September 23, 2023

The Weekly News Source for Ranchers, Farmers and the Agribusiness Community •

A Look Inside

GrowinG Internship Program yields a successful second season

After only its second year, the innovative GrowinG Internship Program is already growing in new ways.

The program is designed to prepare a new generation

Quick Bits

RMP Meeting

The Bureau of Land Management announced a change in location for one of three public meetings discussing the Rock Springs draft environmental impact statement and resource management plan (RMP). The meeting scheduled for Sept. 27 from 3-6 p.m. in Rock Springs will now take place in the ballroom of the Rock Springs Holiday Inn. The meeting locations in Lyman and Big Piney will remain the same.

Brand Law

The Wyoming Livestock Board (WLSB) wants to remind producers it is very important to keep the mailing address for their recorded brand(s) current. By law, WLSB must notify the brand owner via mail at the address shown on the brand records. Individuals who are not sure of when their brand is scheduled for renewal or are not sure if WLSB has their current address, should contact WLSB via e-mail at brand@ wyo.gov, phone at 307-7777515, fax at 307-777-6561 or mail to Wyoming Livestock Board, 1934 Wyott Drive, Cheyenne, WY 82002-0051.

Water Level

The Bureau of Reclamation will be lowering the water level in Alcova Reservoir after the irrigation season draws to a close. The annual drawdown of the reservoir will begin on Oct. 1. Boat owners and recreationists should be aware of the declining level of Alcova Reservoir and take proper precautions.

Cattle Calling

Everyone relies on agriculture, but only 27% of consumers say they are familiar with how cattle are raised. To enhance consumer education and highlight the people who raise cattle, the Beef Checkoff released a new docuseries, “Cattle Calling,” which fosters understanding and connection between consumers and the resilient men and women who steer the sustainable future of beef production.

of farmers and ranchers for success. It gives prospective farmers and ranchers valuable on-the-ground experience and offers hosts a chance to shape the future of Western agriculture, as well

UW alumna remembered

As an educator and parent, University of Wyoming

(UW) Professor Emerita Karen Cachevki Williams noticed things other people didn’t. She was especially fascinated by the unique ways children learn and process their surroundings.

Williams understood children are trying to figure out how the world works. She recognized they sometimes hear things differently, and she listened.

It’s one of the many reasons she was an extraordinary teacher and mentor.

Where education begins

Williams’ life’s work centered on the education of young children, and the education of those who teach young children. Her enthusiasm for teaching extended from the youngest students at early childhood education centers to adults enrolled in distance learning programs.

Throughout her life and career, she nurtured the development of human beings. She delighted in interacting with children, mentoring university students and faculty and cooking for a crowd.

As a professor of family and consumer sciences, she worked with children and adult learners near and far. She traveled to early childhood education centers on the Wind

as receive a little extra help.

Interns are matched with a host farm or ranch, which provides room, board and mentorship for 10 weeks. The GrowinG program provides interns with a $5,000

stipend paid over the course of the internship, and interns can also arrange to receive college credit.

The program has been very successful so far, with

Please see GROWING on page 4

Honoring AG

University of Wyoming to host annual Agriculture Appreciation Weekend

The University of Wyoming (UW) College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR) will host its 40th Annual Agriculture Appreciation Weekend Oct. 5-7 to honor one of the state’s most important industries.

The weekend will kick off with the 2023 Dean’s Dinner at the UW Conference Center in the Hilton Garden Inn. The reception will begin at 5:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 6:30 p.m.

On Oct. 7, CALSNR will host the 40th Annual Ag Appreciation Barbecue prior to the UW versus Fresno State University football game.

The barbecue regularly serves between 600 to 700 people and is staffed by members of UW student clubs and organizations, including the Pre-Vet Club, Range Club, Wyoming Collegiate Cattle Association, Block and Bridle and the Ranch Horse Team.

“Clubs use these funds to host special speakers and send members to regional or national meetings, conferences, competitions and other club activities,” notes CALSNR College Relations Representative Evan Bedard.

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Steamboat tribute

UW to honor state icon during 100th homecoming Fall is in the air, and homecoming is finally here. University of Wyoming (UW) homecoming week, Sept. 25-30, hosts a fun-filled lineup of events including a parade, a football game and a president’s dinner. However, the university recently decided to add something for the community, and the Tribute to Steamboat was born. UW will celebrate the second annual Tribute to Steamboat this year, a new addition to the University of Wyoming (UW) homecoming week events.

The Tribute to Steamboat is set for Sept. 28, and the event will begin at 5 p.m. with a barbecue at the Cliff and Martha Hansen Livestock Teaching Arena and the Tribute to Steamboat Showdeo to follow at 6 p.m.

The “showdeo” will include some traditional rodeo events, as well as a wheelbarrow race and scramble and a swing dance

Please see STEAMBOAT on page 9

UW outstanding alumna recognized

Sixty-one years after his graduation from the University of Wyoming (UW), Roger Stuber is receiving the UW College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR) Outstanding Alumni Award for his contributions to the cattle industry. This award will be presented to Stuber on Oct. 5.

Stuber has worked as a ranch owner and community leader for most of his career, but through elementary and high school he wanted to be a lawyer. In fact, this is what brought him to UW in the first place.

Stuber grew up in Bowman, N.D. on the ranch his grandfather established in 1909. He chose UW because it offered the

only program where he could get an animal science degree and start in the college of law without first completing a Bachelor of Science.

Stuber graduated from UW in 1962 with a degree in animal science and an emphasis in business administration –just a few classes short of a double major. He was the first member of his family to graduate college. He averaged nearly 20 credit hours a semester and was the valedictorian of his class.

After the graduation ceremony, Stuber’s father asked to ride back to North Dakota with him. About 20 miles north of Laramie, his father asked, “What would

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Karen Cachevki Williams Courtesy photo

UW CALSNR Dean Dr. Barbara Rasco reflects on the success of the university Page 2

Test your ag knowledge in this month’s crossword puzzle Page 5

UW research tests effects of changing wind turbine color on insect populations Page 8 Heart of Ag questions agriculture policy Page 15

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Again, What To Believe

Although we are enjoying the fall weather, many are starting to wonder what the upcoming winter will be like.

It all started when the Farmers’ Almanac predicted a colder winter for most of the northern states. All of us in agriculture who deal with the weather every day are on edge.

Up until last year, the Northern Plains had a string of mild winters, except for a blizzard now and then. We were concerned with the low snowpack and the ongoing three-year drought but the mild winters were easy on the pocketbooks, and with lower cattle and sheep prices, it was welcomed.

After a terrible winter, the heat showed up in July, and it got real toasty. Our Wyoming State Fair was one of the hottest in memory. At the Roundup Tent, we handed out around 70 cases of ice-cold bottled water to 4-H and FFA members and other fairgoers.

Lately, we’ve heard a lot of news stories saying climate change is the reason for the extreme weather patterns we’ve experienced. The bad news is climate change is so political, we don’t know what to believe.

One study will argue one side, while other research proves the exact opposite. It has turned some people’s lives into turmoil. Young married couples are not having children because they fear the earth is coming to an end.

If we had listened to people in the 1990s, the Earth would have been demolished by the ‘climate emergency’ before now. Common sense on these issues has disappeared.

I realize climate change is real. Our climate has always been changing. I believe there is some action we can take to keep our lands in good shape. Ranchers and farmers have been doing this for ages.

But, some of the changes politicians are implementing are happening too fast and will likely hurt the country. It is all about politics.

I enjoyed a recent article I read about 1,600 scientists from around the world who joined forces by signing a declaration stating claims of a “climate emergency” threatening Earth are a hoax.

This large group of scientists, which includes two Nobel Prize winners, say the “Net Zero” goal is uncalled for, it is all political and it has been increasingly dictating government policy in recent years. In fact, it has become a fundamental part of our president’s agenda.

The declaration declares, “Biden’s unregulated and unelected climate czar John Kerry frequently cites Net Zero goals while waging war on the agriculture industry. He has repeatedly pushed for farmers to drastically reduce food production to meet these globalist goals.”

The declaration states, “Warming is happening far slower than predicted by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change. Climate models have many shortcomings and are not remotely plausible as policy tools.”

The declaration then adds, “Even though climate alarmists characterize carbon dioxide (CO2) as environmentally damaging, the coalition pointed out the gas is not a pollutant. CO2 is essential to all life on Earth, is favorable for nature and helps to green up the Earth, not destroy it.”

The coalition concludes, “There are no climate emergencies. Therefore, there is no cause for panic and alarm. Climate science has degenerated into a discussion based on beliefs, not on sound self-critical science.”

I agree.

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GUEST OPINIONS

Reflecting on the Success of UW CALSNR

As I begin my fourth year as the Dean of the University of Wyoming (UW) College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR), I would like to take a moment to reflect on how fortunate I am to be in Wyoming.

Our college is uniquely situated to develop knowledge and advance innovation and economic development in agriculture and natural resources, key sectors of the Wyoming economy.

I am proud our college mission – growing knowledge, people and communities – resonates across the state. The universitywide goals of student success and faculty excellence underpin our mission to serve the state with compelling, forward-looking programs, placing Wyoming as a leader in areas we have a competitive advantage.

Supporting the college pays dividends for Wyoming. UW is the only fouryear university in the state of Wyoming. The college is committed to meeting the needs of Wyoming in a partnership with our stakeholders and community colleges.

Agriculture underpins

By Dr. Barbara Rasco

vibrant communities and is the cornerstone of Wyoming providing rewarding career options for our students. Ag alumni are leaders in their respective disciplines, in the community and are committed to serving others.

Supporting ag slows the brain drain of our youth from the state. UW’s commitment to rural community vitality across the state is reflected in our Extension and 4-H programs. We promote youth and adult education, economic development, food security, health and independent living, allowing individuals and families to thrive.

Our objectives as a college are to catalyze discoveries, new technologies and best management practices, workforce development and community engagement to advance agriculture and natural resources in Wyoming by invigorating teaching, research and Extension services.

The economic success of Wyoming producers and their entry into emerging markets is enhanced when the college leads in agricultural science and technology. New advances in pro-

duction agriculture, rangeland science, animal and plant production and health are critical to meet this need.

We use developments in genomics, synthetic biology, molecular and cell biology, physiology and reproductive biology, nutrition, bioinformatics and predictive modeling to grow new knowledge and provide solutions for global challenges, building upon the resources we have in this living laboratory that is the state of Wyoming.

We address critical problems in food production and resource management exacerbated by drought, invasive species, temperature stress, limited water resources and policies involving the use of federal lands.

By building upon our current foundation and what we already do well, there is no reason UW cannot be the destination for interdisciplinary education, research and Extension in agriculture and natural resources, attracting students and faculty who share Wyoming values, customs and culture and its mission for excellence from across the country.

The unwavering support we receive from our constituents, be it through our advisory board, legislative support or our dedicated alumni and donors, is nothing short of remarkable. Without this level of support, we could not achieve what we set out to do.

As I looked back at the extensive list of alumni, corporations and legacy partners we have had the privilege to recognize over the years, it brings me great pleasure to announce this year’s honorees who will be recognized at our fall banquet on Oct. 5.

The Swanson Family Foundation will be celebrated as our Legacy Partner and Mountain Meadow Wool will be acknowledged as our Corporate Partner. Additionally, we are proud to recognize Roger Stuber, an innovative rancher and leader in the beef industry as one of our outstanding alumni.

Furthermore, we will pay tribute to the late Karen Williams, an exceptional alumna who made significant contributions to the Department of Family and

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SFG honors Jarvis

Longtime University of Wyoming (UW) Department of Molecular Biology Faculty Member Don Jarvis has been honored by the Society for Glycobiology (SFG) with its 2023 Rosalind Kornfeld Award for Lifetime Achievement in Glycobiology.

The award is given by the society to scientists who have, over their professional lifetimes, “made significant contributions with important impact on the field” of glycobiology.

SFG President Susan Bellis says the organization recognizes and appreciates Jarvis’ outstanding scientific contributions to the field and notes his service to the glycobiology community in the form of leadership positions within SFG, as well as his extensive mentoring of junior scientists.

Bellis will host Jarvis’ Rosalind Kornfeld Award for Lifetime Achievement in Glycobiology Lecture at the 2023 Annual SFG Meeting in the Hawaiian Hilton Waikoloa Village Resort Big Island in November. The lecture is designed for the awardees to give overviews of the contributions their research has made over their careers.

Jarvis says he looks forward to the chance to “wax poetic over the lifelong contributions of his lab in a 30-minute talk in front of the world’s experts in the field.”

Earlier this year, Jarvis was also selected as a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world’s largest general scientific society.

Jarvis, who joined the UW faculty as an associate professor in 1998 and became a professor in 2000, is internationally renowned for his work on using genetically engineered insect cells for manufacturing vaccines, diagnostics or therapeutics for use in human and veterinary medicine.

In 2011, Jarvis founded a new company, GlycoBac, that is working to produce glycoprotein drugs using insect cells. The company has commercialized his academic laboratory group’s research and helped diversify Wyoming’s economy as it works to help find treatments for human diseases.

NASDA policy adopted

On Sept. 13, at the 2023 National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) Annual Meeting, NASDA members adopted policy to protect farmers’ right to farm.

NASDA’s new policy supports laws protecting agricultural and forestry operations and facilities from nuisance lawsuits.

“The purpose of this new policy is to lessen the loss of farmland caused by nuisance lawsuits which can arise when nonagricultural land uses expand into agricultural and forest areas,” NASDA CEO Ted McKinney said.

“Farmers are excellent stewards of the land and resources they use to produce food, fiber and fuel for their communities and the world. Protecting their right to farm is vitally important as we aim to inspire the next generation to consider farming as a career and encourage current farmers to use new technologies and practices,” he continued.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service reports the number of farmers and acres of land in farms is on a downward trend. The U.S. had two million farms in 2022, down from 2.2 million in 2007, and the U.S. had 893 million acres of farmland in 2022, down more than 20 million acres 10 years earlier.

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WCHF exhibit opens

The Wyoming Cowboy Hall of Fame (WCHF) opened a new exhibit recognizing inductees and their connections with the ranching, agriculture and military history of Wyoming. The exhibit is now in place at the Wyoming Veterans Memorial Museum in Casper.

The WCHF is dedicated to the traditions, legends, development and history of Wyoming cowboys. The exhibit highlights the mission of the WCHF to preserve, perpetuate and celebrate Wyoming’s working cowboy legacy and heritage.

“Among the inductees into the WCHF are many veterans from all service branches,” said WCHF Executive Director Candy Moulton. “They include men who came to Wyoming with Albert Sidney Johnston’s army during the 1857 Mormon War or Rebellion. Others served during World War I, World War II and in the Vietnam War.”

The exhibit highlights some of these Veterans, demonstrates the image of a cowboy as a symbol of Wyoming and shows the diversity of Wyoming’s cowboys. Officially open Sept. 18 in advance of Wyoming Cowboy and Cowgirl Legacy Week, the exhibit is the first of its kind for the WCHF. It will be in place for the next two months.

“We are pleased to partner with the Wyoming Veteran’s Memorial Museum on this exhibit and invite everyone to visit the museum to learn about the heritage of our Wyoming cowboys and all Veterans in the state,” Moulton said.

The 10th Annual Induction Ceremony for WCHF was held in Casper on Sept. 15-16. This event kicks off Wyoming’s Cowboy and Cowgirl Legacy Week, which was declared by the Wyoming State Legislature in 2019 and is held the third week of September each year.

The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is located at 3740 Jourgensen Ave. in Casper, adjacent to the Natrona County International Airport.

Disaster declaration announced

Gov. Mark Gordon and the Wyoming Office of Homeland Security announced the state of Wyoming has received a Presidential Disaster Declaration as a result of flooding which occurred June 15 in Natrona County.

Wyoming received public assistance federal funding after flooding caused by heavy rains resulted in significant impacts to homes, businesses and infrastructure.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance Program provides federal funding to the state, eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis.

Eligible applicants can seek reimbursement for emergency work and the repair or replacement of publicly-owned infrastructure, such as roads, bridges and public facilities, that were damaged during the flooding.

“I am thankful for the good work of the Office of Homeland Security, Natrona County and the City of Casper,” Gordon said. “The impacts from this event were substantial, and we appreciate FEMA for granting this designation. I also want to extend my gratitude to all of the first responders who provided assistance during this event.”

Alpaca Farm Days set

On Sept. 23-24, alpaca business owners throughout North America will celebrate the 17th Annual National Alpaca Farm Days.

The Alpaca Owners Association, Inc. (AOA) invites the public to visit participating member farms and ranches during this safe, fun-filled family event, in which alpaca owners will welcome the public to meet their alpacas.

Attendees will also learn more about these inquisitive, unique animals, the luxury fiber they produce and why the alpaca business is perfect for environmentallyconscious individuals.

Alpacas are primarily raised for their fleece in North America. As domesticated animals – alpacas do not live in the wild – it is up to their owners to keep them safe and healthy. A big part of doing so is annual sheering.

For a complete list of participating farms and ranches, visit alpacafarmdays.com

Consumer Sciences and who established the Early Care and Education Center on campus, in addition to the leadership she provided to our college.

alumni and partners exemplify what is great about our university and our state, and I am proud to be a part of these efforts.

Barbara Rasco is the dean of the University of Wyoming College of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources. She can be reached at 307-766-4133.

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16 graduates and several returning hosts.

Diverse perspectives

When people hear “intern,” they tend to think about academics, but not everyone who participates in a GrowinG internship is a University of Wyoming (UW) student or even a student at all.

To apply, interested parties must be at least 18 and must have fewer than 10 years of agricultural ownership experience. This allows for a huge range of applicants.

John Hewlett, the program’s co-director, says, “We’ve been surprised in nearly every direction you can imagine.”

Interns have included community college students, Veterans and students from as far away as Hawaii and Virginia.

Kendra Faucett, the program coordinator, mentions this diversity of perspective is one of the program’s greatest strengths. Interns come from a variety of backgrounds, and those who have experience in the agricultural industry often learn new approaches.

For example, Josie Sackett, one of this summer’s interns, was familiar with herding cows with four-wheelers or ATVs back on her family farm in Iowa, but found herding on horseback spooked the cows less.

“Honestly, after gathering cattle with horses, I like it a lot better,” she says.

Like its interns, the program is always adapting to changing conditions. This fall, the team is expecting to match two to four interns with host farms or ranches. The fall session will offer

interns and hosts a completely different experience than internships during the summer season.

Flexibility doesn’t stop at the timeline, either. Hosts must be able to provide room and board, but otherwise the field is wide open to any kind of farm or ranch.

“We’re not smallminded in what we’re looking to offer in our program,” says Faucett. “We’re open to farms and ranches of any size.”

Lessons learned

Olivia Halter, a UW junior, highlights the lessons she learned this summer weren’t just about ranching. Her hosts talked about taking time off when possible and prioritizing health.

“You need to know your limits,” she says. “Take time off when you can.”

The program gave her a more solid five-year plan. Though she’s not planning to run a ranch herself, Hal-

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food, and how much work it takes to make food,” she says. “I would feel better leaving a world where people know they can go into ranching and make a profitable living off of it.”

Faucett and Hewlett aim to keep expanding the GrowinG Internship Program. It is currently grant funded, but Hewlett hopes to secure long-term funding in order to support more interns, more lessons, more sessions and a bright future for agriculture in the West.

“I’ve been blown away at the level of support people have expressed for a program like this,” says Hewlett. “It clearly makes a big difference to an individual intern’s understanding and gives a deeper respect

for what it requires to be on top of everything in today’s environment.”

Sackett sums it up like this, “If you’re thinking about applying, go for it. It’s nerve wracking, but it pays off. You look back and see all of the new doors that have opened.”

Interested individuals can get involved in the GrowinG Internship Program by donating, submitting an application for next summer as a host or an intern or checking out the resource page for more about how to get started in agriculture.

Maya Kate Gilmore is a writer for UW Ag News This article was originally published by UW Ag News on Sept. 1.

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Individuals interested in sponsoring the event can contact the CALSNR Office of the Dean at 307-7664133. Tickets for the UW versus Fresno State University football game can be purchased at gowyo.evenue.net

Water systems winterized

The Bureau of Land Management Kemmerer Field Office advises the water system at the Fontenelle Creek Campground will be winterized during the last week of September and out of service for the season.

During this time, the Fontenelle Creek Campground remains open free of charge.

Campers should bring plenty of drinking and washing water as potable water will be unavailable until next spring.

For updates on the water situation, contact Jace Stott at the Kemmerer Field Office at 307-828-4522.

Herding cows horseback – Although Josie Sackett was familiar with herding cows using ATVs on her family farm in Iowa, she found she prefers moving them on horseback. UW Ag News photo

A portion of the proceeds also funds the Ag Day BBQ Scholarship, which is awarded to one UW student who helps staff the event.

FAS, NASDA celebrate partnership

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) and the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) are celebrating 40 years of working together to support small-to-medium sized food and beverage businesses and increasing exports of U.S. agricultural products.

The partnership anniversary is being recognized at the 2023 NASDA Annual Meeting in Cheyenne, with a newly produced video featuring remarks from NASDA members, NASDA

leadership and USDA FAS leadership.

“NASDA has been an invaluable partner for FAS throughout our 40-year partnership as we work together to expand trade opportunities for U.S. exporters,” said FAS Administrator Daniel B. Whitley. “I hope our partnership will continue to flourish as we continue to successfully promote and connect U.S. food and agriculture to the world.”

USDA FAS foreign service officers support NASDA’s trade show events by recruiting qualified international buyers to attend its

Educator joins UW Extension

University of Wyoming (UW)

Extension welcomes Sara Olsen as a community vitality and health educator in Campbell County.

Olsen has experience in creating relationships with many kinds of people, and she is enthusiastic about inspiring everyone to focus more on their own well-being, no matter who they are.

“We need to start implementing healthy behaviors at all ages. It is never too early or late to start healthy habits,” she says.

Olsen earned her master’s in kinesiology and health from UW in 2003.

As a certified health education specialist, she has accrued 20 years of experience in health, education and administrative work.

She spent several years in Washington as a consultant and family educator, then returned to Gillette in 2014. Most recently, she worked as a paraprofessional in the Campbell County School District. She is also part of the board of AVA Community Art Center and a parent council member.

“We are thrilled to have Sara join our community vitality and health team,” says Mandy Marney, senior associate director of UW Extension. “She has impactful ideas regarding health and wellness programming, and I am excited to see how she positively influences Campbell County moving forward.”

Olsen is excited about the possibilities, too. She plans to assess what her community needs and develop fun activities to engage Campbell County residents.

“I feel like my toolbox is well equipped with lots of experience and life to help me be successful,” she says.

Olsen started her new role with UW Extension on Aug. 21. She can be contacted at sara@uwyo.edu or 307-682-7281.

shows. NASDA works with state departments of agriculture to connect small-tomedium-sized companies to foreign buyers interested in purchasing U.S. food and beverage products.

Since the establishment of the nationwide cooperative agreement between USDA FAS and NASDA in 1983, NASDA has hosted over 50 trade show events in the U.S. and assisted with scores of U.S. pavilions in events outside the U.S.

For more information about the partnership and NASDA trade shows, visit nasda.org/tradeshows

Cheatgrass treatments conducted

The Bureau of Land Management High Desert District, in cooperation with Carbon County Weed and Pest Control District (CCWP), plans to continue cheatgrass treatments on multiple lands, including those managed by the Rawlins Field Office and associated partners during the fall of 2023.

Treatments will be carried out via aerial application of herbicide, which specifically targets invasive annual grasses. The treatments will be implemented in accordance with the herbicide label requirements and special conditions specified in the

National Environmental Policy Act authorization.

Treatments will occur in southwest Carbon County. The actual chemical application will take one to two weeks, consisting of an aerial fixed-wing application.

The chemical applied to the project areas has the trade name Panoramic – the active ingredient is Imazapic – and poses no threat to humans, wildlife or livestock.

Treatment dates and duration would be dependent on applicator availability and weather conditions.

The treatments are being conducted to improve wild-

life habitat, watershed and vegetation health and manage hazardous vegetation fuels. They will reduce and selectively remove cheatgrass which is an aggressive, invasive, annual vegetation species which out-competes desirable native bunchgrasses, forbs and shrubs. The public should avoid areas of application while the aircraft are actively spraying. This may result in a slight delay in public land use, but the delays should only last a few hours or until the aircraft move to a new treatment polygon within the project area.

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it take to get you to come back to the ranch?”

“You’d have to buy me 40 registered Hereford heifers,” replied Stuber. His father agreed without hesitation.

Stuber returned to work on the Stuber Hereford Ranch (SHR), and in 1969, he helped put together the ranch’s first bull sale. In 1972, he and his brother Dick purchased the ranch from their father. The power of electives

The truth is, it wasn’t

hard to convince Stuber to come home. Law, he found, did not allow for much innovation, and going over the same cases time and time again bored him. He was more excited about what he had learned in an animal genetics course that year.

The class wasn’t part of his animal science curriculum. He signed up after a challenge from other members of the ATO fraternity. They had teased it was easy to get

good grades in CALSNR.

“I asked my advisor to let me take this zoology class with those guys,” says Stuber. “I never studied so hard, but it did shut them up.”

Stuber suggests current students take the courses they’re interested in, even if those courses aren’t exactly standard practice for their major.

His advisor, Paul Stratton, often questioned the classes he wanted to take, but Stuber says, “I wouldn’t have the success I’ve had today without that education.”

From balancing a checkbook to understanding cutting-edge genetic research, Stuber’s elective courses have served him well over the years.

Stuber also expresses gratitude for other aspects of his education.

“Looking back, there wasn’t a professor in my animal science program I don’t have the utmost respect for,” he says.

Genetic excellence

With characteristic understatement, when asked about his accomplishments, Stuber admits his cattle have been “pretty well received.”

SHR cattle have been sold throughout the U.S. and have even been exported to countries as far away as Argentina and Kazakhstan.

Within the U.S., SHR has raised and owned bulls that have been at the top of almost every expected progeny difference (EPD) category at the American Hereford Association (AHA).

SHR bulls have also won the National Western Stock Show twice. This competition is based on phenotype, genetics and aesthetic appeal.

In 1986, they produced Grand Champion SR Verdict 455, and in 2020 they won again with SR Dominate 308F ET.

SHR held its 55th annual bull sale in April 2023. Much of the ranch’s success as a genetic leader in breeding Hereford cattle can be attributed to Stuber’s leadership.

Legislative accomplishments

In addition to leading his own business, Stuber has also been involved with state, national and international legislation in the cattle industry throughout his career.

In 1985, the Beef Checkoff program passed as part of the 1985 Farm Bill. Under the Beef Checkoff program, which still exists today, producers and beef importers pay a dollar to assess each animal they market or import. One-half of these funds go to the national program and one-half stay in the state.

At the time, Stuber was the vice president of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA). After the checkoff passed, four national industry organizations put together a meeting in Chicago to allocate the money. Three

hours into the meeting, nothing had been resolved. The organizations couldn’t agree on what to fund.

At the end of another inconclusive meeting with NCBA PresidentElect Jimmie Wilson, Stuber suggested they write a proposal for a longrange plan for the U.S. beef industry. Rather than fighting amongst themselves, they could focus on what the industry needed, with input from customers to producers.

This long-term plan didn’t just help the national cattle industry. It also standardized taste and helped keep stringy steaks out of the grocery store aisle.

“If I’ve had any success in these national boards, it’s because I’ve taken classes in commerce,” reflects Stuber. “It’s always rewarding to think you’ve contributed something to your industry.”

International agreements

Stuber’s contributions didn’t stop at national legislation.

In 1993, as president of NCBA, he participated in the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) in Geneva, Switzerland. Cattlemen had a lot to gain if the agreement was passed, including better access to global markets and higher profits due to reduced tariffs.

Near the end of the session, former Secretary of Agriculture Mike Espy gathered cattlemen from several different organizations into a room. He told them President Clinton and the Australian prime minister had decided to remove the quota on

imports of New Zealand and Australian beef.

As other cattlemen started to debate with Espy, he came over to Stuber and asked his position. Stuber had to think fast. It was 2:30 a.m. in Washington, D.C., and he had no one to consult with.

He said, “My organization speaks for the cattle industry. We will go along with getting rid of the quota, but the reduction in tariffs must stay in place and the in-quota tariff of three percent must stay.” Espy agreed. A few hours later, he was flying back to Washington, D.C. The principles of the GATT would later become the backbone of the World Trade Organization.

Six decades of distinction Stuber has met four different presidents, served on the boards of several prestigious national and state organizations and won a multitude of awards over the course of his career.

He was inducted into the AHA Hall of Fame in 2014, named Agriculturalist of the Year in 1980 by the North Dakota State University Saddle and Sirloin Club and received the BEEF Magazine Trailblazer Award in 1993.

Sixty-one years later, Stuber’s unique contributions to the U.S. cattle industry demonstrate just what one can do with a UW education.

He continues to own and operate SHR along with members of his brother’s family. He’s still running the ranch, still playing a leadership role in his community and still proving he can adapt to just about any challenge.

Maya Kate Gilmore is a writer for UW Ag News and can be reached by visiting uwagnews.com

River Indian Reservation, an international school in Germany and a U.S. Air Force Base in New Mexico.

A first-generation college graduate, Williams earned a bachelor’s degree in english and secondary education at the University of Illinois and began her career as a high school teacher in North Carolina.

In 1976, she and her husband Steve Williams moved to Laramie. While he settled into a faculty position at UW, she earned a bachelor’s degree in home economics and consumer and educational services.

A lifelong learner and educator, she went on to complete a master’s degree in human development from Pacific Oaks College and a PhD in curriculum and instruction from UW, specializing in early childhood education.

After receiving her PhD, Williams joined the UW Department of Family and Consumer Sciences. Her lengthy career in the department included a seven-year stint as department head. She later served as director of UW’s Applied Science Program and as a university assessment specialist in the Office of Academic Affairs.

In recognition of her contributions to the university, Williams was posthumously awarded the 2023 UW Col-

The University of Wyoming (UW) Meat Judging Team attended Australia’s Intercollegiate Meat Judging Association (ICMJ) Wagga Conference in Wagga Wagga, New South Wales, where they competed against eight Australian teams, according to UW Ag News

Only one meat judging team from the U.S. is invited to attend the ICMJ, and the UW team last participated in 2010.

Meat judging requires students to compete in various divisions, including assessing the amount of marbling present or grading beef carcasses accord-

friend of Williams.

lege of Agriculture, Life Sciences and Natural Resources (CALSNR) Outstanding Alumni Award. She and other awardees will be recognized at a banquet on Oct. 5. An early champion of distance learning Williams studied the use of technology in early childhood settings, but she also leveraged technology to serve place-bound students and adult learners. As part of a sabbatical project, she visited many distance learning students in their home environments.

In 2001, she established UW’s distance professional child development bachelor’s degree program. The program was designed for place-bound students, many of whom were Head Start teachers federally required to complete an undergraduate degree.

Working across departments and colleges, she led the development of a comprehensive, interdisciplinary program which met national standards for early childhood care and education.

“The degree includes coursework not only in early childhood development but also in understanding and respecting cultural diversity, working with families, supporting children with special needs and addressing behavioral issues,” says Margaret Cooney, UW professor emerita and a dear

“One of the gaps in all our early childhood degree programs was that of diversity and its impact on teaching and learning for young children,” Cooney writes. “These were difficult concepts for professionals to absorb, and Karen’s ability to teach both colleagues and students in a way that leads to conceptual understanding was remarkable.”

Williams’ ability to communicate these concepts traced back to her childhood in Chicago, where she was raised in a family of recent immigrants. While her parents had no formal education beyond high school, they nurtured an environment in which diverse personalities, backgrounds and religions were welcomed and respected.

Both Williams and her sister Gail (Cachevki) Gottschling went on to work in early childhood education.

Serving adult learners

As an advocate for adult and non-traditional students, Williams developed a prior learning assessment program which enabled working adults entering the higher education system to earn academic credit for relevant experience.

In 2010, she launched UW’s Bachelor of Applied Science in Organizational Leadership program, originally housed in CALSNR. She worked tirelessly with community colleges across the state to create a program supporting community col-

lege graduates seeking to obtain a bachelor’s degree.

According to a colleague, it was the first program of its type in the nation.

Throughout her career, Williams prioritized outreach and community engagement. She regularly visited Wyoming community colleges, attended Agricultural Experiment Station field days and visited early childcare centers across the state.

Founding the UW ECEC

Closer to home, Williams spearheaded the creation of UW’s Early Care and Education Center (ECEC) in Laramie. Among her many accomplishments, this was one of her most cherished.

“Karen was the lead advocate and designer for the new building,” says Cooney, who worked alongside Williams at the University Child Care Facility and Laramie Cooperative Nursery School. “I see her dedication to children and families as all inclusive – as a teacher of young children and later UW students, as a curriculum designer of exciting content, as an advocate for diversity and as a visionary of learning spaces.”

The ECEC opened in 2005 after years of meticulous planning and fundraising by the project’s development task force.

“Karen wound up visiting all over the state, talking to legislators and deans and pulling together a multi-million dollar project to build the ECEC,” her husband recalls.

“Her leadership instilled a unique confidence within her mentees and a love of teaching. Williams was able to find a way only she could, to help her students love teaching and see the good in the world.” – UW colleagues and mentees

“It was one of the things she was really proud of.”

When the project fell behind schedule, the couple personally purchased many of the classroom items and furniture required to open the facility. More than 15 years later, the ECEC continues to thrive.

A mentor and cheerleader

The ECEC offers a physical reminder of Williams’ contributions to the UW community, but the lasting impacts of her wise and thoughtful leadership extend well beyond Laramie.

“It was Karen who recognized my potential – when I didn’t see it in myself – to be in an administrative leadership position,” comments Bruce Cameron, professor and department head of textiles, apparel design and merchandising at Louisiana State University.

Cameron isn’t the only mentee who considers Williams a key player in his success. She mentored dozens of students and colleagues over the years.

“She inspired other people. I think she was like a cheerleader in some ways,” her husband reflects. “She

University of Wyoming attends ICMJ in New South Wales

ing to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards, and those who best assess will place in the competition.

The 2023 UW Meat Judging Team includes Rachel Broyles of Arlington; Sophia Fuhrmann of Hoaglund, Ind.; Madeline Holmes of Humboldt, Calif.; Joseph Kennah of Hulett; Ashlyn Manuel of Montrose, Colo.; Tessa Maurer of Arvada, Colo.; Kara Reynolds of Laramie; Haley Rutsch of Pinedale; Casey Spencer of Petaluma, Calif. and Kylie Strauch of Van Tassell.

The ICMJ experience

The ICMJ Conference

allows students to participate in interactive workshops, listen to industry guest speakers and participate in a career expo.

In an Ag News article, written by Maya Kate Gilmore and dated Sept. 13, “The UW team also got the chance to speak to producers and other employers at the career expo. Every student was approached with at least one career option, and one student received three job offers. Another student is planning to go back to Australia after she graduates in May 2024 and work for an employer she spoke with there.”

“Any student that went

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into the career fair could have gotten a job, because the Australian meat industry knows where the talent is,” says UW Meat Judging Head Coach McKensie Phillips.

Becoming a member of the UW team

As a member of the UW Meat Judging Team, students learn about the principles of meat evaluation, combined with knowledge learned in the classroom and in the UW Meat Lab, which will prepare students to compete at various national meat judging contests successfully.

Team members are required to enroll in the

Introduction to Meat Judging course, and they are expected to practice regularly through the spring and fall semesters during their one year of eligibility.

Participation on the UW Meat Judging Team is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity because of the meat industry knowledge gained and connections made with fellow team members and professionals in the industry.

As part of the UW Meat Judging Team, each fall, the team flies to the East Coast to compete in the Eastern National Contest hosted by Cargill in Wyalusing, Penn. where

could show people the good things they were doing and put those into a context where they’d pay attention to it.”

Unlike some of her peers, Williams loved advising. She unhesitatingly agreed to mentor any undergraduate or graduate student who needed an advisor.

“Her leadership instilled a unique confidence within her mentees and a love of teaching,” writes a group of UW colleagues and mentees.

“Williams was able to find a way only she could, to help her students love teaching and see the good in the world.”

In 2012, she received the U.S. Department of Agriculture Western Regional Award for Excellence in College and University Teaching in the Food and Agricultural Sciences.

Karen Cachevki Williams passed away in April 2023. Her legacy lives on in the memories of her family, students, colleagues and friends and in the educational opportunities she created for past, present and future students.

Brooke Ortel is a writer and editor for UW Ag News and can be reached by visiting uwagnews.com

team members have the opportunity to visit Niagra Falls and New York City after competing.

Meat judging is open to all students enrolled at UW with a competitive attitude and the willingness and desire to learn more about the meat industry.

Students interested in joining the 2024 Meat Judging Team are encouraged to contact Phillips at mckensie.phillips@uwyo. edu or call 307-766-2334 for more information.

Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

Cattlemen's Beef Board makes investments

The Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB) will invest approximately $38 million into programs of beef promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing and producer communications during Fiscal Year 2024, subject to U.S. Department of Agriculture approval.

In action at the end of its Sept. 6-7 meeting in Denver, the Beef Promotion Operating Committee (BPOC) approved checkoff funding for a total of 12 authorization requests – or grant proposals – for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1.

The committee, which includes 10 producers and

importers from CBB and 10 producers from the Federation of State Beef Councils, also recommended full CBB approval of a budget amendment to reflect the split of funding between budget categories affected by their decisions.

Nine contractors and three subcontractors brought 15 authorization requests worth approximately $49 million to BPOC, approximately $11 million more than the funds available from the CBB budget.

In the end, BPOC approved proposals from eight national beef organizations for funding through the Fiscal Year 2023 CBB budget, which includes

$800,000 to the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture, $1.8 million to CBB, $500,000 to the Foundation for Meat and Poultry Research and Education, $900,000 to the Meat Import Council of America and Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative, $25,405,000 to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, $60,000 to the National Institute for Animal Agriculture, $330,000 to the North American Meat Institute and $8,150,000 to the U.S. Meat Export Federation. For more information about the Beef Checkoff and its programs, visit drivingdemandforbeef.com or call 303-220-9890.

UW research points to bug benefits from changing color of wind turbines

Anyone who has driven around Wyoming has likely noticed large wind turbines dotting the prairie landscape. And while the large white rotor blades may catch a motorist’s eye, they also could be attracting insects due to their light color.

To test the hypothesis

wind turbine color attracts insects, a group of University of Wyoming (UW) researchers – headed by former UW Master’s Student Madison Crawford of Newcastle – sampled insects near experimental wind turbine mimics with nine different colors during summer 2017. The mimics were located on a hill with characteristics similar to sites of nearby wind energy facilities.

“Madison’s study found insects are attracted to colors with high reflectance generally. White reflects a high proportion of all wavelengths,” says Lusha Tronstad, lead invertebrate zoologist with UW’s Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD).

“We noticed the vertical structure also appeared to attract more insects. We compared white traps adjacent to a base mimicking a white wind turbine mimic base compared to locations

with only a white trap – the base was absent – suggesting the vertical structure attracts insects as well as the color.”

Recent publication

Tronstad coauthored a paper titled “Insects are attracted to white wind turbine bases: evidence from turbine mimics,” which was published recently in Western North American Naturalist, a peer-reviewed journal focusing on biodiversity and conservation of Western North America.

According to the study, even just painting the bottom portions of turbine bases a darker shade of color may decrease the abundance of insects and their predators colliding near wind energy facilities.

This would provide three benefits – more insects that perform ecological services may be conserved; fewer insect predators, including birds, may be attracted to wind turbines and fewer insects may soil the surface of blades, leading to a substantial increase in wind turbine energy output.

“I hope a variety of folks read our study because I would like to see this hypothesis tested on a larger scale. To test our idea at a larger scale, we

Research study – Madison Crawford, who received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in zoology and physiology from University of Wyoming (UW), pictured left, holding stake, and Bryan Tronstad, an invertebrate taxonomist with UW’s Wyoming Natural Diversity Database, install structures for Crawford’s study which tested the hypothesis wind turbine color attracts insects. Lusha Tronstad photo

need to work with the wind industry and government officials,” Tronstad says.

“Insects do not come to mind when people think of wind turbines, but they should. Insect debris on

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duced and fewer birds may be around turbines. This is a potential positive result worth testing.”

Crawford, who received her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in zoology and physiology at UW, was the paper’s lead author. She performed fieldwork, analyzed data and wrote the paper. Crawford is now a botanist with the U.S. Forest Service in Dillon, Mont.

Delina Dority, a UW master’s student from Casper at the time of the study, and Michael Dillon, a UW professor of zoology and physiology, were other authors on the paper. Along with Tronstad, both mentored Crawford during the study.

Dority had been investigating insects at wind facilities. Crawford was a UW undergraduate student at the time and wanted to work on her own project, Tronstad says.

UW

study

According to their publication, wind power is one of the fastest-growing forms of renewable energy, but interactions between wind turbines and insects are largely unknown beyond observations that the accumulation of dead insects on turbine blades drastically reduces the power the blades produce.

Globally, most turbines are painted white so the structures blend into the sky at ground level, can visibly be seen by aircraft and provide protection from excessive heat, according to the paper.

“Our results suggest white, the predominant color of wind turbines globally, is one of the most attractive colors to insects,” Crawford wrote in the paper. “We encourage others to investigate whether painting turbine bases a less attractive color

– gray or green – may drastically reduce the attraction of insects to wind energy facilities.”

During the study, which took place in the foothills of the Medicine Bow Mountains, insect abundance was highest next to the white, violet and blue turbine mimics. Insect abundance was lowest adjacent to the turbine mimics that were green, orange, yellow, light gray and dark gray.

The group sampled insects twice a week from mid-June to the end of July. The research team collected 1,167 specimens representing six orders of insects.

True flies, at 58 percent, were most abundant, followed by bees, wasps and ants at 34 percent; beetles at four percent; moths at two percent and caddisflies at one percent.

“We suggest more studies because this study is the first of its kind. The wind turbine mimics we used were much smaller than commercial wind turbines,” Tronstad explains. “Testing our hypothesis on residential or commercial wind turbines is a next step. However, county, state and federal laws dictate the color of turbines.”

She continues, “We predict painting turbine bases, perhaps only the bottom 10 or 20 yards, may have positive implications for insects and birds near wind facilities.”

The Wyoming NASA Space Grant Consortium and the Wyoming Research Scholars Program at UW funded the research. These programs supported Crawford throughout her project and enabled her to gain excellent skills and conduct valuable research, Tronstad says. This

"From the ring, to the video, and in the country, we market your livestock the competitive way."

Each year, Wyoming’s ag community rallies behind University of Wyoming (UW) athletics through involvement in the Cowboy Joe Club’s Steer-A-Year program, in which they donate a physical steer, $1,000 in cash or steer transportation for gift-in-kind.

Proceeds benefit UW’s athletic teams as well as members of the rodeo and livestock judging teams.

During the course of the program, data is collected on donated steers, and donors receive awards for greatest initial value, best rate of gain, greatest net increase in value during the feeding period, greatest carcass value and greatest value sold early.

Award winners are recognized each year during UW’s Annual Agriculture Appreciation Weekend, where they are invited to attend the Dean’s Dinner, the Ag Appreciation Barbecue and a home football game.

This year’s UW Ag

University of Wyoming Steer-A-Year program winners awarded

Appreciation Weekend will take place Oct. 5-7, and 15 Steer-A-Year donors will be recognized.

Rate of Gain Awards

The highest-gaining five-weight steer, gaining 3.28 pounds per day, was donated by Josh and Natasha Duran, and the highest-gaining 500 to 600 pound steer, gaining 3.5 pounds per day, was donated by Brian Bummer of Natrona County.

The winner in the 601 to 700 pound category, gaining 3.63 pounds per day, was a steer donated by Bunker Ranch of Platte County, and in the 701 to 800 pound category, was a steer donated by Garson Strong Creek Ranch of Albany County, gaining 4.41 pounds per day.

Rounding out the Rate of Gain Awards at 801-plus pounds, gaining 4.84 pounds per day, was a steer donated by Joe and Kristen Hedley of Albany County.

Value award winners

At $2,728.70, Niobr-

STEAMBOAT

hosted by UW’s Cowboy Country Swing Club.

Becoming an icon

The cowboy and bucking horse have been the symbol of UW since the early 1900s, and in 1903, the famous photo of the bucking horse Steamboat, ridden by Cowboy Guy Holt, was taken at the Albany Country Fair by UW Professor B.C. Buffum.

This iconic photograph debuted in 1921 when the silhouette was used on the UW baseball team uniforms, and from that day, the image has been used on all UW athletics gear. It is now a symbol of the university, all thanks to Deane Hunton, manager of UW Athletics, who decided to use the photo on the uniforms.

According to the WyoHistory webpage, Steamboat was the star of rodeos

ara County’s Loren, Robyn, Logan and Heather Heth donated the steer with the greatest initial value.

Five donors will also be recognized for highest net value increase.

With a net value increase of $1,207.88, John and Jenni Stark of Albany County will take home honors in the 500 pounds or less category, while M Diamond Angus of Converse County will be awarded highest net value increase in the 501 to 600 pound category, at $1,265.79.

In the 601 to 700 pound category, a steer donated by Dilts Ranch Company of Platte County had the highest net value increase at $1,384.33; a steer donated by Dan and Kristi Schwab of Lincoln County won the 701 to 800 pound category with a $1,338.77 net increase and Melvin and Isa Riley of Albany County had the highest-value 801-plus pound steer at $936.37.

Additionally, Dunmire

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and Wild West shows for 15 years. A legendary bucker, he was jet black with three white feet, and he received his name because when he was a colt he sustained a broken nose, which caused him to make a whistling sound when he bucked.

Steamboat has been ridden only a handful of times throughout his tenure as Wyoming’s worst bucker. His trademark move was to plant his front feet straight into the ground while throwing his back legs into the air.

Celebrating Steamboat

UW homecomings always host a multitude of events, but last year, the Tribute to Steamboat made its first appearance – an event to attract different people throughout the community.

According to the Branding Iron, “Last year, coor-

Amendments finalized

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is finalizing amendments to its import regulations for horses.

These amendments will better align regulations with international standards and allow more flexibility for permitted imports, while continuing to mitigate the risk of bringing equine diseases into the U.S. The regulations also provide APHIS with more regulatory authority to enforce standards for transporting horses.

The changes include increasing the amount of time allowed for horses to be in a contagious equine metritis (CEM)-affected region without testing upon their return to the U.S. from 60 to 90 days, requiring an import permit for horses transiting through CEMaffected regions and horses imported from regions affected with African horse sickness and updating ports designated for the importation of horses section.

Additional changes include adding requirements for health certifications; requiring horses transiting Central America or the West Indies comply with the same regulations applying to horses directly imported from these regions, given the greater risk of equine diseases of concern from these areas; adding requirements for shipping containers, including disinfection requirements and measures to ensure horses are transported safely and miscellaneous clarifications and corrections.

This final rule is on display in the Federal Register at federalregister.gov/public-inspection/2023-19864/ imports-horses. It will be effective on Oct. 16.

Ranch of Albany County will be recognized for donating the steer with the highest carcass value prior to June 1 at $2,351.86, and a steer donated by Darnell Ranch, Inc. had the highest carcass value from June to July, at $2,716.14.

Other honorees

In addition to recognizing the highest gaining and highest value steers, the program also recognizes one new donor and one volunteer.

This year’s Newcomer of the Year Award will be pre-

sented to Jennifer Scheer, and Tom Davis will receive the Volunteer of the Year Award.

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

dinators of the event found inspiration by wanting to bring a non-traditional homecoming event for a different audience than what is normally seen, and it was a successful turnout.”

Last year, the Tribute to Steamboat Showdeo included student events such as steer riding, calf dressing and a rodeo relay.

Steamboat defines and embodies the untamable spirit of Wyoming and UW Cowboy’s toughness, pride and independence.

Melissa Anderson is the editor of the Wyoming Livestock Roundup. Send comments on this article to roundup@wylr.net.

Sept. 26 Bureau of Land Management Public Meeting, 3-6 p.m., Big Piney and Marbleton Town Hall, Big Piney. For more information, contact Kimberlee Foster, field manager at the Rock Springs Field Office, at 307-352-0201.

Sept. 27 Bureau of Land Management Public Meeting, 3-6 p.m., ballroom, Rock Springs Holiday Inn, Rock Springs. For more information, contact Kimberlee Foster, field manager at the Rock Springs Field Office, at 307-352-0201.

Sept. 28 Bureau of Reclamation Public Scoping Meeting, 2:30-4:30 p.m., Cody Auditorium Building, Cody. For more information, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov/ index.php/buffalo-bill-master-plan

Sept. 28 Bureau of Reclamation Public Scoping Meeting, 5-8 p.m., Sunlight Sports’ Pint Night, Cody. For more information, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov/index.php/ buffalo-bill-master-plan

Sept. 29 Bureau of Reclamation Public Scoping Meeting, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., City Brew, Cody. For more information, visit wyoparks.wyo.gov/index.php/buffalobill-master-plan

Sept. 30 Timber Dan Fall Toy Show and Sale, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., First National Bank Exhibition Building, Larimer County Fairgrounds, Loveland, Colo. For more information, visit lovelandlionsclubs.org/sites/ToyShow.htm

Oct. 2-4 Montana State University Extension Pesticide Education Program, Northwest Montana. For more information, visit montana.edu/extension/pesticides/ events/2023pmt.html or call 406-994-5067.

Oct. 4-8 Annual Trailing of the Sheep Festival, Ketchum, Idaho. For more information, visit trailingofthesheep.org

Oct. 13-14 32nd Annual Old West Days and Nebraska Cowboy Poetry Gathering, Valentine, Neb. For more information and tickets, visit oldwestdays.net or call 1-833-693-7638.

Oct. 16-19 International Dairy Federation 2023 World Dairy Summit, Chicago, Ill. For more information, visit idfa.org

Oct. 17-18 First Annual Wyoming Water Quality Conference, University of Wyoming Conference Center, Laramie. For more information or to register, visit deq. wyoming.gov/water-quality/water-quality-conference

Oct. 19 Nebraska Extension Crop Insurance Workshop, 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Heartland Events Center, Grand Island, Neb. For more information or to register, visit cropinsure.unl.edu or call 402-472-0366.

Oct. 19-20 American Hereford Association Annual Meeting, Kansas City, Mo. For more information, visit hereford.org

Nov. 2 Nebraska Ranch Practicum, Whitman, Neb. For more information or to register, visit nebraskaranchpracticum.unl.edu, e-mail Troy Walz at troy.walz@unl. edu or call 308-872-6831.

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• Upcoming Sales • Monday, Sept. 25 – Bawl of the Fall Feeder & Yearling Special

• Customer Appreciation Day Sept. 28 – All Class Cattle

Oct. 5 – All Class Cattle

September 25 – Bawl of the Fall • Feeder & Yearling Special

Bonita Ranch – 160 mixed black, 500-600#, complete vacc at branding, high elevation.

Kenny & Karl Price – 150 mixed black calves, 400-450#, all natural.

Brewster Ranch – 120 black/BWF steers, 525-575#, complete vacc at branding, high elevation, all natural.

Bud & Kathy Arnold – 100 mixed black, 550-650#, complete vacc at branding, fancy calves.

Dwight Lyman – 78 mixed black, 450-550#, shots at branding, high elevation.

Luke Foss – 60 mixed black, 475-525#, shots at branding, high-quality calves.

Pete Scripps – 54 yearling red steers, 1,000#.

Jediah Risch – 40 mixed black, 500-600#, complete vacc at branding, fancy calves.

Clayton Galloway – 38 spayed yearling heifers, black and red, 750-800#, implanted, home raised.

Mike Goton – 30 mixed black, 550-600#, complete vacc at branding.

Star Whitt – 30 mixed black, 450-550#, complete vacc at branding shots at branding.

Rick Redd & Neil Christofferson – 35 mixed red, 450-550#.

Brost & Martin – 15 black steers, 475-525#. 5 black and red heifers, 475-525#. Two rounds of shots, poured, weaned Sept. 1, all natural.

Greg Walker – 6 black steers, 3 black heifers, 500-600#, shots.

LB Farms – 13 black steers, 650#, two rounds of shots, poured.

Mark Johnson – 8 yearling black steers, 850-900#.

Silver Mustang – 46 mixed calves.

Will and Tyler Dalin – 9 mixed black and red, 500-600#, complete vacc at branding.

Terri and Gary O’Donnell – 18 black/BWF steers, 575-650#, 10 black/BWF heifers, 575-650#, Paint Rock and Largent sired, complete vacc at branding.

Nick and Shawna Harris – 15 yearling steers, 750-875#.

Vern Black – 6 heifers, PTO yearlings, 800#.

October 9 – Bawl of the Fall • Feeder Cattle

Mark Hoyt – 110 black steers, 500-550#, shots at branding, fancy, home raised.

Peter Davidson – 70 mixed black, 500-650#, 2 rounds of shots, poured, no implants, 100% Angus.

Pat and Cyd Pfister – 60 mixed black, 500-600#, vacc at branding, nice bunch of black calves.

Layne Weber – 40 mixed black calves, 550-600#, complete vacc at branding, steers knife cut, Paint Rock and SO bulls.

Harley and Becky Walters – 100 black steers,

Danny Vigil • Owner and Northern Livestock Represenative Layne Weber

& Auctioneer • (307) 331-2222

Sept. 28 – Oct. 4 Big Mountain Auctions Online Only Auction, 208-431-9300, bigmountainauctions.com

Oct. 6-7 National Ram and Ewe Sale, Heber, Utah, nationalramsale.com

Oct. 7 Full House Horse Sale Big Horn Edition, Buffalo Livestock Marketing, Buffalo, 307-746-5690, 307-684-0789, fullhousehorsesale.com

Oct. 13-15 26th Annual Fall Colt & Yearling Catalog Sale & Futurity, Farmers and Ranchers Livestock Commission Co., Salina, Kan., 785-826-7884, 785493-2901, 785-825-0211

Oct. 21 Basin Angus Ranch A Lasting Legacy Elite Female Sale, Billings Livestock Commission, Billings, Mont., 406-350-0350, 406-350-2332, 406-366-3612, basinangus.com

Oct. 23 Montana Angus Female Bonanza XX, PAYS, Billings, Mont., 406-861-5664, 406-200-1880, 406-690-1150, northernlivestockvideo.com

Oct. 25 Micheli Ranch Bull Sale, at the ranch, Ft. Bridger, 307-252-0437, 307-7477786, 307-747-3897, 307-780-8232, micheliranch.com

Nov. 5 Triangle J Ranch Harvest Select Female Sale, at the ranch, Miller, Neb., 308-457-2505, 308-627-5085, trianglejranch.com

Nov. 6 Pharo Cattle Company Sale, Burlington, Colo., 800-311-0995, pharocattle.com

Nov. 13 Ludvigson Stock Farms Elite Bred Angus Females Sell, Billings, Mont., 406-601-9192, ludvigsonstockfarms.com

Nov. 18 Redland Angus Annual Production Sale, Buffalo Livestock Auction, Buffalo, 307-250-1548, redlandangus.com

Nov. 18 Pharo Cattle Company Sale, Three Forks, Mont., 800-311-0995, pharocattle.com

Nov. 21 Paint Rock Angus Annual Fall Sale, at the ranch, Hyattville, 307-469-2206, 307-271-2000, 307-272-5332, 307-578-7392, paintrockangus.com

Nov. 28 Ward Livestock Fifth Annual Red White & Blue Bull Sale, at the ranch, Laramie, 307-399-9863

Dec. 2 T-Heart Ranch High Altitude Female Sale, at the ranch, LaGarita, Colo., 719-850-3082, 719-850-3083, t-heartranch.com

Dec. 4 Pharo Cattle Company Sale, Valentine, Neb., 800-311-0995, pharocattle.com

Dec. 5 ZumBrunnen Angus Annual Bull & Female Production Sale, at the ranch, Lusk, 307-216-0198, 307-334-2265, zbangus.com

POSTCARD from the Past

Compiled

Autumn is Here

“Autumn is Here” proclaims a headline in the Sept. 19, 1908 issue of the Riverton Republican, followed by this article:

Autumn is here. Those melancholy days, as the poet sang them, are come, the saddest of the year. But after all, Lowell did not evidently voice the sentiment of the enthusiastic nimrod, who, when the autumn woods take on the various tints of the rainbow, shoulders his gun and starts for a month’s hunt after big game.

This is one of the most delightful seasons of the whole year.

Touches of melancholy may come. Some hearts may be dark and dreary. Nevertheless, when the autumn does appear, vegetation takes on the color of the rainbow, the leaves fall, the grain is threshed, the crops of the year and harvests of the season are gathered.

The great American sport, known as baseball, is laid upon the shelf when autumn appears on the scene. Football comes in with its – rather than “hair-splitting” let us say “head-splitting” – stunts.

Summer sports in general are not as numerous as in July and August. But hunting, that is the great sport as we have previously mentioned.

The nature lover cannot help but appreciate autumn, with all of her beautiful colors and her exquisite and magnificent scenery. No other time in the whole year presents such a pic-

turesque landscape as autumn, especially the days of October.

The autumn days bring the culmination of the year’s toil.

While we sweat and groaned at the hot, sultry days of July and August,

when the thermometer went high and the humidity was overwhelming, then it was that nature was making the harvests for man so he could have something for his labor, and remuneration for his exorbitant expenditure of perspiration. All of these things are necessary.

We fail to realize it perhaps at the time, but nevertheless, the Earth may yield her best, we must have unpleasant weather sometimes. Mingled with the sunshine, there must be some days of clouds and rainfall.

50 feet tall. Their branches bush at the top of the trees interlocking over the narrow dirt road to form a canopy. In early summer, sunlight glints through the green leaves, but in September it shimmers with a golden-red glow as it filters through a sunshade formed by the quakie

I. Martin, courtesy of the Dick Perue/ Bob Martin collection. Historical Reproductions by Perue

650-700#, fancy high-end genetics, Vermillion sired, Virashield 6, Vision 8 with Spur and Once PMHIM at branding.

Gillett, Gary - Powell

Red Cow, 1205# $10300 Greet Ranch, Inc. - Ten Sleep

Blk Cow, 1350# $10100 Bain, Joy - Hyattville

Blk Cow, 1400# $10100 Anderson, Rod - Powell

Blk Cow, 1150# $9700

Today, as well as portrayed in this 1929 black and white photo, the golden aspens along the Sierra Madre Range, west of Encampment, offer an explosion of color each fall. Highlighting the autumn splendor is a stretch of road through one of the most unique aspen groves in Wyoming – Aspen Alley. Located on the Deep Creek Road – Forest Service Road 801 – off Wyoming Highway 70, this stand of aspen trees is unusual. Often aspens are short, with twisted trunks and branches, but here they are tall, stately and upward of

leaves. Photo by R.

FOR THE WEEK ENDING SEPTEMBER

22, 2023

FOR THE WEEK ENDING May 24, 2019

Source: USDA AMS Livestock, Poultry & Grain Market News, Greeley, CO National

As of September 15, 2023

Compared to last week traditional slaughter lambs 5.00-15.00 lower, others mostly steady to 20.00 higher, except lambs over 60 lbs 10.0015.00 lower at San Angelo, TX. Slaughter ewes steady to 10.00 lower. Feeder lambs steady to 20.00 lower with the decline on lambs under 60 lbs. At San Angelo, TX 8,262 head sold. Equity Cooperative Auction sold 385 slaughter lambs in Wyoming. Western Video sold 6055 feeder lambs in Utah, 2520 feeder lambs in Wyoming, 1,000 feeder lambs in Idaho and 500 replacement ewes in California. In direct trading slaughter ewes and feeder lambs not tested. 3,689 lamb carcasses traded with no trend due to confidentiality. All sheep sold per hundred weight (CWT) unlessspecified.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 2-3

San Angelo: wooled and shorn 100-120 lbs 150.00-160.00. Ft. Collins: wooled and shorn 100-140 lbs 185.00-237.50; 155 lbs 177.50. South Dakota: wooled and shorn 100-155 lbs 185.00-205.00.

Billings: wooled and shorn 125-160 lbs 160.00-167.00.

Equity Coop: wooled 125 lbs 210.50.

Slaughter Lambs: Choice and Prime 1-2 San Angelo: hair 40-60 lbs 236.00-273.00, few 278.00-293.00; 60-70 lbs 226.00-2 air 40-60 lbs 246.00-276.00, few 280.00-300.00; 60-70 lbs 224.00-260.00; 70-80 lbs 200.00-230.00, few 236.00-238.00;

Ft. Collins: no test.

South Dakota: yearlings 155.00-315.00/head; young 135.00-340.00/ head; middle age 105.00-215.00/head; aged 105.00-115.00/head. Billings: ewe lambs 250.00-325.00/head; yearlings 100-185 lbs 76.00-185.00/cwt; young 150.00-185.00/head; middle age 150.00/head.

Sheep and lambs slaughter under federal inspection for the week to date totaled 35,000 compared with 28,000 last week and 35,000 last year.

Source: USDA AMS Market News, San Angelo, Texas

National Wool Review

As of September 15, 2023

Domestic wool trading had no confirmed trades reported this week. Prices reflect trades FOB warehouse in original bag or square pack, bellies out, some graded, and 76 mm or longer. No allowance made for coring, freight, or handling fees at the warehouse level to reflect net grower prices. Wools shorter than 75 mm typically discounted .10-.20 clean. Classed and skirted wools usually trade at a .10-.20 premium to original bag prices.

Wool Exchange Clean Del Price Change from 75-85 Percent

5 AREA WEEKLY WEIGHTED CATTLE PRICE

Source: USDA- CO Dept of Ag Market News Service, Greeley, CO

Wyoming Hay Summary

As of September 21, 2023

Slaughter Ewes

San Angelo: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) no test; Good 2-3 (fleshy)

68.00-74.00, hair 70.00-88.00; Utility and Good 1-3 (medium flesh) 72.00-88.00, hair 70.00-96.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 62.00-

82.00, hair 68.00-80.00; Cull and Utility 1-2 (very thin) 54.00, hair 50.00-68.00; Cull 1 30.00-40.00.

Ft. Collins: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 92.50-140.00; Good 2-3

(fleshy) 60.00-87.50; Utility 1-2 (thin) no test; Cull 1 no test

South Dakota: Good 3-4 (very fleshy) 53.00-100.00; Good 2-3

(fleshy) 55.00-85.00, hair 55.00-85.00, few 110.00; Utility 1-2 (thin) 35.00-60.00, hair

Compared to two weeks ago, most lots of alfalfa sold unevenly steady. Sun cured alfalfa pellets sold 20.00 lower. Most buyers are cherry picking the producer and buying the non-rained on and higher testing hay. Report shows that as the hay over 200.00 per ton is high testing and going to dairies in Colorado. Some of the lower testing hay is headed to the ranch or feedlot. Demand is mostly light as there has been a lot of hay produced in the state this year. Some hay is being imported in from states to the west of Wyoming. Most producers are on third cutting in the Eastern areas and on second cutting in the West. Some producers are shooting for one more cutting of forage before cleaning equipment for winter storage.

Compared to two weeks ago, alfalfa hay sold steady to weak. Grass hay sold steady to 15.00 lower. Ground and delivered hay in the Platte Valley sold steady with a sharply lower price noted in the western side of the state. Dehy alfalfa pellets sold steady. There has been some hay traded but on a whole demand is rather bleak for this time of year. Most contacts stated they have more people wanting to sell hay than buy at this time. It is a wait and see strategy now. Many prospective buyers are hoping the hay market continues to slip downward and there is a good change that it might. The top quality and put up without any rain alfalfa still holding firm. Especially, if it is dairy or horse quality hay.

CAUCASIAN SHEPHERD

PUPS FOR SALE: One male and 1 female. Ready to go. Protect your family, property, livestock with this ancient, herding, guard dog!! Call 406210-4807 9/23

IF YOU ARE LOOKING FOR A REALLY NICE SET OF BLACK BRED

HEIFERS, WE HAVE SOME FOR YOU!!

Notice Events

NOTICE: Publication in this newspaper does not guarantee the legitimacy of any offer or solicitation. Take reasonable steps to evaluate an offer before you send money or provide personal/financial information to an advertiser. If you have questions or believe you have been the victim of fraud, contact the Wyoming Attorney General’s Office, Consumer Protection Unit, 109 Capitol Building, Cheyenne, WY 82002, 307-7776397 TFN

TIMBER DAN TOY SHOW & SALE, LOVELAND, CO SEPT.

30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. The Loveland Lions Club Fall Timber Dan Toy Show and Sale of vintage, antique and collectible toys will be held Sat., Sept. 30 at the First National Bank Exhibition Building, Larimer County Fairgrounds (The Ranch, 5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO). 200+ tables and over 70 dealers from 9 different states. Admission $5. Early entry before public from 7-9 a.m., $10. For more information, contact Sherlyn Sampson, 970-663-9392, e-mail sks80538@gmail.com or visit website at www.lovelandlionsclubs.org/sites/ToyShow. htm or Facebook at Loveland

Help

FULL-TIME POSITION AVAILABLE ON A WELL-ESTABLISHED FAMILY OWNED AND OPERATED COW/CALF OPERATION IN THE SOUTHERN BIG HORNS OF WYOMING:

Duties include calving, feeding, care and management of livestock, irrigating, operating haying equipment, fencing and general ranch duties. Horsemanship skills a plus. Housing provided. Competitive wage. Must have experience and references. Call/text Ann, 307431-0594 9/30

FORTRESS DEVELOPMENT

SOLUTIONS NOW HIRING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITIONS:

CDL A with tanker endorsement ●

CDL A/B ● Heavy duty tow truck operator ● Tree spade operator

● Forage harvester operator ● Heavy haul driver ● Equipment operators ● Operator tractors & yellow iron ● Farm operators

● Zero turn mower operator ● Certified herbicide applicator ● General laborers/roustabout ● Night gate guard ● Safety admin

● Safety coordinator ● 23691 CR 60 1/2, Greeley, CO 80631, 970353-6666, griselda.islas@fortressds.com, www.fortressds. com 10/14

HUNTING CAMP COOK

WANTED SEPT. 20 TO

NOV. 15: Modern facilities, days on interspersed with days off between hunting groups. Included duties are hosting, cooking, cleaning, washing bedding etc., to keep pleasant environment for hunters. Located one hour north of Casper, WY. References required. $3,000/ month. Call 307-437-9219 or 307-262-4503 9/23

DEVILS TOWER FOREST PRODUCTS INC., A LUMBER MANUFACTURER IN HULETT, WY, IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR FULL-TIME DAY PLANER, SAWMILL AND BOILER PO -

SITIONS: Benefit package includes company paid medical and dental insurance (including dependents), life insurance, company-matching 401(k) retirement program, safety incentives, holiday pay and paid vacation. As an added incentive you will receive a $500 “signing bonus” after 180 days, attendance and safety conditions apply to sign on bonus. Mandatory employment and random drug testing is conducted. DOE. Contact Joe Ortner at 307-467-5252 you can also send your application ( wwww.neimanenterprises.com ) with resume to Joe.Ortner@devilstowerfp.com E.O.E 9/23

HELP WANTED: Five years plus cattle handling experience. All aspects of ranch operations: Irrigation, haying, feeding, cattle stewardship and horseback skills. Housing, benefits and salary. Only serious, committed candidates should apply. Eastern Oregon cow/calf operation. Send resumes to lisa.steele@ pvranch.com 9/23

Help Wanted

AGRI-ONE FINANCIAL: Farm/ ranch and all commercial loans. RATES AS LOW AS 5%. We have been helping with all aspects of agricultural, commercial financing and management for years. LET US HELP YOU on a consulting level with management to increase profitability, deal with and fix credit problems and for all your financing needs. WE CARE AND HAVE WORKING PROGRAMS designed for the farmer/rancher and not the banker. Please call Steve, 303-773-3545 or check out our website, www.agrionefinancial.com. I will come to you and get the job done!! 10/7

Solar Water Pumping Systems

WYOMING BRAND FOR SALE: Quarter circle reverse four, LSC, LSH. Renewal fee paid to December 2032. Irons are included, $4,000. Call 307674-9092 10/7

WALKING M REGISTERED WYOMING BRAND: Renewed to March 1, 2031, RRC, RSS, RTH, single iron, branding iron included. $5,000 OBO. Call 307-714-2484 9/30

WE HAVE A LITTER OF GREAT PYRENEES LIVESTOCK GUARD DOGS: Four males, ready to go now. They’ve been exposed to various types of livestock. Have sweet and loving personalities. $400/pup OBO. For more information, contact Casey or Cristy Davis, 605-431-2067 or 605-206-0495 10/14

AKC LAB PUPPIES: All colors available, whites, blacks, yellows, dark chocolates and dark reds. Excellent hunters, family companions. Full AKC registration. Shots, wormed, dewclaws removed. All puppies are cute, but it’s what they grow into that counts. Not all Labs are the same. Proud to own!! Been raising quality AKC Labradors for 25-plus years. Look at the rest but buy the best. Both parents on site for viewing. Will sell quickly!! $200 deposit, picking order is when the deposit is received. Doug Altman, Mitchell, S.D. Call/ text 605-999-7149, click the “Our Labs” tab on the website for pictures, www.southdakotayellowlabs.com. WILL DISCOUNT!! 9/23

BLUE HEELER PUPPIES: Males and females, first shots, born July 8, tails docked, $300. Call/text or leave a message, 307-621-0182. To view photos, go to www.wylr. net in the classifieds 9/30

YOUR FAMILY AND PROPERTY PROTECTORS ARE WAITING!! We have beautiful guardians just wanting and waiting to make you their priority!! Please don’t postpone your next best friend, companion and protector. $1,000. ALSO, new litter ready now. Have been raising these fantastic LGD for 48 years. For more information, call 406-207-7674 9/23

These girls have spent the summer on good, high elevation grass in Daniel, WY. They are bred to Vermillion heifer bulls for 60 days to start calving the 20th of March. At the end of September they will be ultrasound tested in 30 day cycles, receive vaccinations and bled so they are guaranteed to be brucellosis free. Pick up in Riverton, WY in November. $2,800/head. 400 available. Feeding options available. Call 307-709-2375 with any questions. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 9/30

200 BLACK ANGUS BRED HEIFERS: South Dakota origin, OCVD, exposed to proven LBW Black Angus bulls for 45 days. Start calving Feb. 1, 2024. References available. Call 785-3941955 (cell), 785-394-2374 (home) or 785-731-5067 9/23

BULLS FOR SALE

Registered Yearling and Two-Year-Old Black Angus Range Bulls for sale Private Treaty. Good selection for heifers and cows. From popular sires & industry leaders including Spur, Rito 707, Encore and others. Semen tested & ready to go. www.claycreek.net

Clay Creek Angus • 307-762-3541

300 BRED BLACK ANGUS 3TO 4-YEAR-OLDS: $3,000/head. Ready to ship in November from Riverton, WY. Guaranteed bred at shipping. These girls have spent the summer on good, high elevation grass in Cora, WY raising a great set of calves. In October the calves will be weaned and the cows will be ultrasound tested, receive vaccinations and bled so they are guaranteed to be brucellosis free. Bred to Black Angus bulls for 60 days to start calving the 20th of March. Feeding options available. Call 307-709-2375 with any questions. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 9/30

BLACK CALVES FOR SALE:

1,000 head of 400 weight black steers and heifers. These calves spent the summer in Cora, WY. They have had all of their shots at branding: Enforce 3, One Shot, Vision 7 with Somnus, Multilin 90 and poured with Dectomax. They will be weaned the end of September and will get all of these shots again along with a shot of Draxin. Pick up in Riverton, WY in November. Feeding options available. Call 307-709-2375 with any questions. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 9/30

WINTERING COWS IN FORSYTH, MT: Developing heifers and backgrounding calves. Call Joe at 406-930-2645 9/30 CALF BACKGROUNDING, PASTURE AND feedlot options available. ALSO, seeking cows on shares from now until 2024. Hemingford, NE. Call Ian, 307421-9116 9/30 CUSTOM FEEDING, BACKGROUNDING, HEIFER DEVELOPMENT AND COW WINTERING, bedded pens. Billings, MT. Call Ryan at 406-696-0104 11/11

FIND IT IN THE ROUNDUP CLASSIFIEDS

Semen

Semen

Horses

FOR SALE: 11-year-old, light sorrel Belgian stallion. Sire is Final

CD Mike and Dam’s sire is Belle Planes Rocky. Worked on farm, well broke. Non-carrier of JEB. $9,000. Call Samuel Hershberger, 307-271-1881 9/23

Saddles & Tack

GET READY FOR THE RIDE!!

Large SELECTION of saddles, HEADSTALLS, reins and SADDLE pads. $AVE MONEY ON BOOTS!! HONDO, BOULET, JUSTIN WORK BOOTS, TWISTED X (boots and shoes) and more!! Well stocked for arena, range and above the plains. WE CAN ship!! Shop Moss

Saddles, Boots and Tack, 4648 West Yellowstone Highway, Casper, WY, 307-472-1872. Our family serving yours for 50 years!! Check us out on Facebook or our website 9/23

TUCKER OLD WEST TRAIL

SADDLE: 17.5 in seat size. Wool contoured saddle pad. Bridle, bit, reins, breast strap. Western skirt, wide tree, brown. KING RANCH wooden saddle stand. Never been used, mint condition. ALSO, 1 very old hand carved yoke for oxen and 1 very old hand carved yoke for cattle, acquired in Spain. Cody, WY. For more information, call 307-272-8520 9/23

Leatherwork

LS CUSTOM LEATHER: Belts, tack, cell phone cases and much more!! Contact Lester, 307-631-1053, leave a message. Located in Riverton, WY 9/23

Sheep

YEARLING RAMS FOR SALE. Call Russell Bell at 307-6804950 10/14

SUFFOLK AND SUFFOLK/ HAMPSHIRE CROSS RANGE RAMS: Yearling rams available. B. ovis and scrapie free. Vet checked and semen tested. Ready to work, $600/ head. Raised in eastern Montana for nearly 30 years. Delivery options. Call or text Gibbs Range Rams, Pat, 406-9772852, Jordan, MT 9/30

Hay & Feed

COLORADO CORRECTIONAL INDUSTRIES LOCATED IN CANON CITY, CO HAS 105

TONS OF SORGHUM 3X4

SQUARE BALES THAT ARE STORED UNDER A ROOF: You must fill out and submit a BID PACKET BY OCT. 10, no later than 4 p.m. To get a bid packet and analysis results please contact Annie Morton by phone 719-240-2846 or email annie.morton@state.co.us. The Sorghum is sold in minimum quantity of 5 tons. You may also contact James Grisenti by phone 719-429-0498 or email james.grisenti@state.co.us with any other questions. We reserve the right to refuse any or all bids if it is deemed to be in the best interest of Colorado Correctional Industries 9/23

HAY FOR SALE: Premium quality, high elevation grass hay, loaded with Timothy red top, later orchard grass and meadow brome.

1,000 3x3x8 bales weighing over 800 lbs. each. No rain, $90/bale. Murray Ranch, Robertson, WY. Call 307-780-6862 or 307-7806519 10/7

Sheep

Hay & Feed

BARLEY STRAW: Certified weed-free small squares, $4/ bale. ALSO, 5x6 round bales, $125/ton. Greybull, WY area. Call 307-762-3878 or 307-8994714, leave message 10/7

HAY FOR SALE: Grass, grass/alfalfa mix and wheat hay. Cow and barn stored hay. Delivery available!! Call 307630-3046 10/7

ROUND BALE BARLEY

STRAW AND OAT STRAW

FOR SALE: Clean, dry and weed released. Long stem from conventional combine. $100/ton. FOB Powell, WY. Call 307-254-5115 or 406480-1248 10/7

HAY FOR SALE: 2023 alfalfa, alfalfa/grass mix, oat/pea mix, intermediate grass and CRP. ALSO, two loads of 2022 CRP grass mix, cut early, good green. All in net-wrapped round bales. Semi load delivery available. Call for pricing, 701-6908116, send a text if no answer or keep trying 9/30

LOTS AND LOTS OF HAY FOR SALE!!! 1,350 lb. round bales, net wrapped. Grass/alfalfa mix, native grass, brome grass, straight alfalfa… Sheridan, WY area. Come and get it!! For pricing, call the ranch, 307-737-2680 or 702-501-4243 (cell) 9/30

2023 CUTTING HAY CROP:

Put up dry in large round bales, several tons available. $180/ ton, Bar Cross Ranch. Call Katie, 307-699-7375, please leave message 9/30

BARLEY STRAW: Small bales or big round bales. ALSO, horse hay, small bales or big rounds. West Billings, MT. Call 406-656-6896 9/30

ROUND BALED GRASS HAY

FOR SALE: Cody, WY area, 1,000 lb. net-wrapped bales, $70/bale. Call, don’t text, Anthony at 307-254-2645 9/23

WANTED!!! High Valley Feed Mill, Antonito, CO is looking for 30 SEMI LOADS OF WHOLE CORN for 2024. Will pickup if needed. Call 719843-0182 9/30

VALLEY VIDEO HAY MARKETS, LLC: New crop alfalfa and oat hay available. Go to www.valleyvideohay.com or call Barry McRea, 308-2355386 9/23

CERTIFIED BARLEY STRAW FOR SALE, 3x4 bales. Cody, WY. Cll 307-899-1952 TFN

Crop Cleanup

BENNY HERNANDEZ IS IN THE AREA AND HAS PLENTY OF HELP TO CLEANUP AND HOE YOUR CROPS. Call 307431-7160 9/23

LAMB SCAN

SHEEP & GOAT ULTRASOUND

TODD REINESCH

605-680-4719

25317 364th Avenue

Kimball, SD 57355 rchoice@midstatesd.net

HIGH-QUALITY, YEARLING

TARGHEE RAMS FOR SALE: High-quality wool, high carcass merit. Not raised in a corral. Will thrive on grass. For more information, contact JD, 307247-2296 or Karen, 307-9391393 9/30

PUREBRED TARGHEE

BUCKS: Reputation genetics, fertility tested, B. ovis negative. $350/head. Call 307-2545115 10/7

FINE WOOL TARGHEE YEAR-

LING BUCKS FOR SALE: 35 big, growthy, open faced, all natural, not pushed and range raised. Born May 2022. ALSO, 150 HEAD TARGHEE YEARLING EWES, approximately 135150 lbs., fine wool, open faced, range raised and growthy, born May 2022. For more information, call 605-866-4828 (home) or 605-892-5872 (cell), if no answer leave message 9/30

Hay & Feed

HAY FOR SALE: Approximately

1,000 bales of alfalfa/grass mix and grass. ALSO, approximately

2,000 bales of sugar bale cane. All in net-wrapped rounds. Call for pricing, 605-730-2159 10/14

FIRST CUTTING GRASS/AL-

FALFA HAY FOR SALE: 70% grass 30% alfalfa. No rain. You load/you haul, $200/ton, 32 bales to a ton. Located halfway between Cody and Powell, WY. Call 307-754-4519 10/14

HORSE QUALITY HAY FOR

SALE: Round bales, average 1,240 lbs., $135/bale or $125/ bale if taken in semi loads. ALSO, 500 bales of horse quality small squares, never rained on, stored in barn, average 75 lbs., $12/bale. All hay located 7 miles south of Sheridan, WY. Call 307-752-1992 or e-mail arzymike@gmail.com. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 10/14

HAY BARLEY FOR SALE: Three-way beardless barley, oats and peas, round bales, about 1,370 lbs. each, $145/ton. ALSO, alfalfa hay, round bales, $165/ton. Hardin, MT. Call 406665-7521 10/14

2023 ALFALFA AND ALFALFA/ GRASS

GRAHAM HOEME CHISEL

PLOW: 12’, 12 double spring shanks with cylinder and hoses, $3,000. 24-FOOT JOHN DEERE 1100 CULTIVATOR 3-point hookup, $3,750. INTERNATIONAL 5100 12’ single disc drill with small seed box, $4,000. Call 307-6749092 10/7

EQUIPMENT FOR SALE: Agco 7444 4x4 baler; New Holland 1075 balewagon; Massey Ferguson 2190 4x4 baler; Freeman pull type 3 string balers; Vermeer R23 rake; 3 John Deere 9600 combines; CIH 1010 25’ header; CIH 1015 pick-up header; Challenger MT655C tractor; Komatsu WA500 loader; CIH MX150 loader tractor; New Holland 145 bi directional tractor; White 30’ disk; John Deere 960 26’ cultivator; New Holland 357 grinder mixer; Modern Mill (mix mill) feed mill; IHC grain truck; Freightliner sleeper truck; WS sleeper truck; Kenworth crane truck, 18 ton, 82’; WS 90 bbl vac truck, Pete 80 bbl vac truck; IHC 80 bbl vac truck; Wilson 53x102 tri axle cattle pot; Cat 262D skid steer; Mo bile Tech 9 yd. volumetric con crete mixer; Degelman 570 rock picker. View equipment at www.bigskyeb.com. Call 406-254-1254 9/23

FOR SALE: Rawhide large portable corral. WW hydraulic chute. Kramer 14 bale retriever. Call 605-842-5515 9/23

Seed

WINTER WHEAT SEED: 97% germ, North Dakota Noreen, grown organically, $16/bu. Call David Kluge, 701-2427122 9/30

Irrigation

Fire Extinguishers

The most POWERFUL FIRE EXTINGUISHING TECHNOLOGY is here!! FIRE PRO Extinguishers feature a concentrate used for over 30 years by fire departments, race tracks and the military. This formula is a non-toxic, powerful cooling liquid with foam and requires no maintenance!! Economical, doit-yourself refill kits are also available. Choose the best for your equipment today!! For more information, call Arlen Coblentz at 307-850-9663 9/23

Equipment

FOR SALE: Lorenz 16’x33’ stack mover. John Deere 608C corn head. Rowse 9’ pull type sickle mower. Six foot 3 pt. rotary mower. John Deere 2155 diesel tractor, wide front, 3 pt., runs great. Miller Pro 18’ chuckwagon with bunk feeding extensions and 14 ton gear, very nice. H&S 7+4 16’ chuckwagon with tandem 14 ton running gear. John Deere 714A and 716A chuckwagons with John Deere running gear and bunk feeding extensions, been shedded, nice condition. J&M 325 gravity box with 12 ton gear and roll tarp. Meyerink 12’ box scraper with tilt. Tag portable calf creep feeder. All in very nice condition!! Call 605-999-5482 10/14

Fencing

MONTANA RAILROAD SER-

VICES: Railroad ties, switch ties and other railroad materials for fencing and landscaping. Best pricing and quality in the region. Call 406-962-3514, Silesia, MT. Located 10 miles south of Laurel, MT (off of Clarks River Rd., the old highway). Visit our website www.mtrrservices.com 9/23

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 www.lodgepoleproducts. com and click our “Picking A Fence Post” tab to see why folks choose our posts!! TFN

VERMEER 605N SELECT ROUND BALER: Excellent shape, $30,000. Call for more information, 701-690-8116, send a text if no answer or keep trying 9/30

NEW HOLLAND 560 ROLL BELT BALER, bale count 178 bales, in shop every night, $55,000 firm. 2001 MACDON 9250 SWATHER with 922 auger head, 1,771 hours on tractor, 1,384 hours on head, $45,000 firm. Area fields are being subdivided. Call 307674-9092 9/30

Equipment Decals

Irrigation

Killebrew Irrigation

Your one stop shop for all irrigation needs

Lander, WY • (307) 332-3044

• 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

Irrigation Systems

The choice is simple.

Solar Equipment

MORE ELECTRIC INCREASES? 5 KW SOLAR SYSTEM, ready to install yourself, expandable to 12 KW. Retail $27,000, selling for $15,000. All new!! Delivery options available, Lovell, WY. For more information, call 307-250-9663 9/23

Pipe

OILFIELD PIPE: RPJ Enterprises, Inc. 2 3/8, 2 7/8, 3.5, 5.5, and 3/4” sucker rod is available. Used for fencing, corrals, cattle guards, etc. 2 3/8 and 2 7/8 are on average 31.5’ long per joint. 3.5” and 5.5” are 42+ lengths. Pierce, CO. Call for details 970324-4580 2/10

PIPE FOR SALE!! 2 7/8, 3 1/2 tubing, 4” drill pipe, 4 1/2 casing, 5” casing, 7” casing. Rods 3/4, 7/8 and 1” located in Montana, can ship anywhere. Call Mike, 602-758-4447. To view photos, go to www.wylr.net in the classifieds 11/8

Cattle

300 HOME-RAISED, HIGH ALTITUDE BEEFMASTER STEERS, 825 lbs., delivery first week of October. ALSO, 500 identical steers, 725 lbs., October/November delivery. All natural,100% grass. Hyattville, WY. Call 719-641-4405 10/14

No wire to steal! Easier On You.

Copper wire is being stolen from electrically powered pivot systems world-wide. Many growers have resorted to 24-hour guards, razor wire, floodlights and daily disassembly to protect themselves. T-L’s hydraulically powered pivot systems can be designed with little or no wire to steal. Stop theft and discover T-L’s reliability, simplicity and low maintenance cost. T-L irrigation systems are easier on you - for life.

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Property for Sale

OREGON RANCH, Baker City, Baker County, OR. The Alder Creek pasture contains over 2,000 acres of native spring, summer and fall pasture. The rangeland is situated just east of Baker City, OR. The property is in good condition and has good perimeter fencing. The range is gently south facing slope with a variety of native grass. FIRST TIME OFFERING at just over $500 per acre for deeded and contiguous ownership, $1,095,000. Give us a call at 541-523-4434, Intermountain Realty, Inc., Greg Sackos, Principal Broker, James Dunlap, Broker, www.intermountainland.com 10/7

66.856 ACRES, JUST NORTHWEST OF RED LODGE, MT

BORDERING THE GOLF

COURSE: This property is presently agriculturally zoned, current use is hay and pasture and it is fenced and cross fenced. Enjoy views of several mountain ranges and lots of water, including Spring Creek frontage, mature trees and lush grass. Could be zoned commercially, allowing for development of a number of homesites and/or other commercial ventures. This property is simply loaded with possibilities. Access is off Willow Creek Road. DNRC Right Nos. 43D 216331-00 and 43D 20002000, Pryde Ditch and West Fork of Rock Creek. $2,300,000. Property to be shown by appointment only and listing agent shall accompany all showings. Sellers ask that prospective buyers respect their privacy. Call Bill at 406-698-9266 for a tour of this parcel TFN

Property for Sale

RANCH AT MELVILLE, MT, SWEET GRASS VALLEY: Beneath the majestic Crazy Mountains lies 1,410 acres that have been under the same ownership for over 90+ years. 840 acres irrigated. Sweet Grass Creek flows through the ranch providing cover for wildlife and fishing. A full complement of improvements plus 2 homes. Call for pricing. Sidwell Land & Cattle Co., Richard Sidwell, 406861-4426, 406-322-4425 or e-mail sidwell@sidwell-land. com 9/30

ROAD 25 RANCH: A unique Wyoming cattle ranch that provides center-pivot irrigation for pasture land plus expansive native grass pastures. All new substantial fencing and new steel working and shipping corrals. 160 acres of water rights. Livestock water. 118± acres deeded, 400± acres State Lease. Goshen County, WY. $550,000. More pictures and video at www. buyaranch.com. Casey Essert, Land Broker, 307-5321750 9/23

Miscellaneous

TIRED OF HIGH HEAT BILLS? BARREL STOVE BY SOTZ with unique cooktop, 50 gallon, takes a 6” stove pipe. In excellent condition, $400. Lovell, WY. For more information, call 307250-9663 9/23

The Campbell County Rockpile Museum is pleased to welcome Author and Western Historian Mark Lee Gardner to present his latest book “The Earth is All That Lasts.” This saga tells the stories of Crazy Horse and Sitting Bull, two fascinating and heroic leaders who struggled to maintain the freedom of their people against impossible odds.

Gardner will present his book at 7 p.m. at the Rockpile Museum, followed by a book signing for any interested guests. There is no admission fee for this event.

Gardner is the author of “Rough Riders,” “To Hell on a Fast Horse” and “Shot All to Hell,” which received multiple awards, including a Spur Award from the Western Writers of America.

An authority on the American West, Gardner has appeared on PBS’s American Experience as well as on the History Channel, AMC, the Travel Channel and NPR. He has written for National Geographic History, American Heritage, the Los Angeles Times, True West, and American Cowboy

This event is free and open to the public. Donations are accepted. For more information, visit rockpilemuseum.com or call 307-682-5723.

GUNS GUNS GUNS

Angus Foundation awards four youth with the Commercial Cattlemen Scholarship

Angus Foundation scholarships

The scholarships are awarded to students using Angus sires and dams in their commercial cattle operation. Recipients must be pursuing an undergraduate degree or enrolled in a vocational program at an accredited institution of higher education.

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“We are proud to recognize these four individuals for their involvement in the beef industry and for appreciating the value of the Angus breed,” said Jaclyn Boester, Angus Foundation executive director. “Supporting youth in their education is an important part of the foundation’s mission.”

Two Angus Foundation representatives, two Angus industry representatives and one beef cattle industry leader make up the Angus Foundation’s scholarship selection committee, which reviews applications.

Emphasis is placed on the applicant’s knowledge of the cattle industry and their perspective of the Angus breed.

Since 1998, the Angus Foundation has awarded more than $4.2 million in undergraduate and graduate scholarships.

2023 Commercial Cattlemen Scholarship recipients

Addison Hillman grew up raising commercial Angus and Simmental cattle on her family’s farm in Brainerd, Minn. She studies animal science at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, with a focus in genetics.

In the future, Hillman wants to have a career in beef genetics and plans to continue to be involved in the beef industry.

Bryce Hoeltzel of Olsburg, Kan. has a registered Angus and commercial cattle herd on his family’s multigenerational farm. Hoeltzel hopes to obtain a bachelor’s degree in both animal science and industry and natural resource management.

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He is currently attending a local community college where he is also a member of the livestock judging team. With this, Hoelzel intends to continue raising beef cattle with an emphasis on environmental sustainability.

Abigail Morse grew up in Madison, S.D. where her family has a commercial cattle herd with predominantly Angus genetics. She is currently pursuing a degree in animal science at South Dakota State University.

Eventually, Morse hopes to become a large animal veterinarian and work primarily with beef cattle.

Jacee Sumpter grew up in the cow/calf industry in

Branson, Colo. where she has a commercial Angus herd.

Sumpter studies agribusiness and animal science at Butler Community College in El Dorado, Kan., where she is also a member of the livestock judging team.

In coming years, she hopes to continue her education at a four-year institution before going home to manage her family’s ranch while continuing to work as a commodities broker through her online business.

Katelyn Engel is a communications intern for the American Angus Association. This article was originally published by the association on Sept. 8.

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Rockpile Museum to host author

AG of Heart

BY AMANDA RADKE

Where is Agriculture in the Presidential Debates?

Less than two percent of this country is actively engaged in production agriculture, so it comes as no surprise the needs and challenges facing the heart of rural America are often overlooked and glossed over in political discussions.

On the flip side, it’s crazy to me a whopping 98 percent of the general population has absconded its responsibility to feed themselves, relying on the efficiencies and economies of scale modern agriculturalists have achieved in order to produce affordable and abundant groceries for

“Cheers to 100 Years!” is the theme celebrating 100 years of homecoming at the University of Wyoming (UW). Events are scheduled Sept. 25-30.

This year’s homecoming lineup will include a “Tribute to Steamboat,” an event fea-

people here and abroad.

Yet, even though farmers and ranchers represent a very small voting block, I’m disappointed – although not surprised – agriculture was barely mentioned in the most recent Grand Old Party (GOP) debate.

Forget the fact in the last three years, during a global pandemic, we saw true cracks in our food system leaving our food security in a vulnerable state. I remind audiences I speak to quite often food security is national security, and a nation that cannot feed itself is not truly free.

And what I saw during the “COVID-chapter” with our food supply was quite alarming to me.

Milk in dairies was dumped because processors weren’t picking it up or the plastic bottles were stuck on ships in ports. Hogs were euthanized because packing plants were slowing their lines or shutting down altogether. Bare shelves. Panic buying.

All of this created a heightened awareness that has been lacking in society about where our food comes from and the people who provide the essentials of life.

But oh, how quickly one forgets as a society. Lulled back into complacency and codified by the new “normal,” citizens were quick to return to the business of life as the world opened back up again, and the sentiment about supporting farmers and buying local was replaced with the. old standbys of Walmart and Amazon.

However, if these GOP politicians were truly paying attention, they wouldn’t have wasted time pandering to voters on emotionallycharged issues.

They would have taken notes from the past eight years and addressed the real challenges facing the heartland – things like the fact we lose 1,300 cow/calf producers and 2,500 dairy farmers each year in this country.

Or how millions of acres of farmland are being gobbled up for development, some with ties to foreign investors.

Or perhaps they would have addressed the elephant in the room – 85 percent of our meat supply is controlled by four major packers, some of which are criminals in their own home countries.

Never mind the fact while farmers and ranchers are feeling the pinch, so are consumers with grocery prices up five percent in the last year.

Of course, politicians are better at yelling from their bully pulpit versus actually fixing problems. However, I’m guessing if they had taken the opportunity to address food and agricultural issues on the debate stage, it might have been a really meaningful conversation instead of the literal snooze-fest it was.

So what was said about agriculture in the GOP debate?

Conversations on the farm bill quickly turned to a single issue – Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits.

Meanwhile, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum was the only one to even remotely mention anything agriculturally-related in the entire debate.

Perhaps it’s time for politicians to stop waxing poetic and start addressing real issues.

I’m not holding my breath for any meaningful

University of Wyoming celebrates 100 years of homecoming

turing rodeo-related activities and swing dancing at the Cliff and Martha Hansen Livestock Teaching Arena.

A new event, the Legacy Lunch, will be introduced, along with the annual Cowboy Coffee gathering, the parade and other activities.

The week will conclude with the UW Cowboys Football Team facing the New Mexico Lobos in War Memorial Stadium on Sept. 30. Game time will be announced later.

“We are excited to celebrate 100 years of home-

coming this fall,” says Jack Tennant, UW Alumni Association (UWAA) executive director. “We will be continuing the Tribute to Steamboat started last year and launching another new event, Legacy Lunch, to celebrate alumni with cur-

rent UW students who have made UW a family tradition. We can’t wait to see alumni back on campus.”

Homecoming registration and check-in will look new this fall. To register for 2023 homecoming activities, visit uwyo.edu/homecoming and

change from the top down, so in the meantime, here’s what you and I need to do – we need to know and understand while our federal government is on an insane spending spree to become the oversized insanity it is today, on the local and state level, we still have the power to impact change and create meaningful action to shape our future.

So let them debate and discuss all of the hot button topics that get everyone charged up.

But, in the heart of rural America, we are going to continue to do what we do best – steward the land, care for the animals, raise our children, help in our communities, love our neighbors, serve others and live a life that instills the values we hold dear for the next generation.

Amanda Radke is a rancher, author, motivational speaker and podcast host. For more from Radke, visit amandaradke.com

register by Sept. 10, to receive the homecoming T-shirt and Cowboy swag bag. For more information and details, visit uwyo. edu/homecoming, call the UWAA office at 307-7664166 or e-mail uwalumni@ uwyo.edu.

IT'S THE PITTS

by Lee Pitts

Mr. Chips

It’s no accident in my dictionary the word “help” comes after “hemorrhoids” and before “Hell,” as the following story will illustrate.

The man I call Mr. Chips made his millions with exactly that – chips. And I’m not talking Ruffles with ridges. I’m referring to computer chips.

He used a week’s worth of interest income to buy a small “ranchette” which bordered part of a ranch we leased, and he was the best and the worst neighbor we ever had. He had a new

chain link fence installed between us and made a pest of himself wanting to help whenever we’d let him.

The problem was, he was raised on the pavement, and the closest he’d ever come to a cow was the milk in his morning Cocoa Puffs.

Mr. Chips learned everything about the cow business from binge watching “Yellowstone” so he thinks the only thing ranchers do all day is have torrid romances and play cowboys and Indians.

On his way to becom-

ing a cowman, Mr. Chips ordered some checks from the bank with the name of his 20-acre spread on them – El Rancho Grande.

He paid me to make him a silver buckle with his brand written in gold –CHIPS. He ordered a cow branding iron with letters five inches high, and I worried his calves, if he ever had any, wouldn't be long enough for the brand to fit.

He purchased a new four-horse slant trailer that was 32 feet long and cost north of $100,000. And, to pull it, he bought a Peterbuilt he didn’t know how to drive, nor did he possess the necessary license to do so.

We let Mr. Chips buy lunch for several of us every day, and the hefty price we had to pay was having to listen to him recite his cowboy poetry. Maybe we praised him too highly, because the next

thing we knew, Mr. Chips reserved a room in Elko, Nev. and started wearing gaudy wild rags and designer neon boots.

Despite never having swung his leg over a horse, he bought a 22-year-old nag which fully funded the retirement plan of a local horse trader of questionable repute.

Within the first week of his being a rancher, Mr. Chips asked me to teach him how to rope and ride in preparation for branding season, which was less than a month away.

The first thing I told him to do was quit wearing his custom-made American flag shirts because we didn’t know if we were supposed to rise as one, put our hats over our hearts and sing our national anthem every time he entered the room.

I also told him to lose the peacock feather in his

new Stetson, which he wore straight out of the box.

One week prior to our branding, Mr. Chips asked, “Would this be a good time for you to teach me to rope and ride?”

“Maybe we’d better save that for another day,” I answered.

“Well then, what can I do to help?” he asked.

“I’ll tell you what Mr. Chips, why don’t you bring a pot of beans for the lunch?” I said.

I could see disappointment in his face, but on the day of the branding, Mr. Chips showed up with a pot of beautiful beans. I should have known something was amiss, because the beans were bubbling like a Yellowstone mud pot and they weren’t even over a fire.

But, they tasted good, and Mr. Chips was proud to tell everyone he’d cooked them.

Ultrabac 8 @ branding. Sired by powerful bulls!

High elevation!

Steve Baumann – 11 BWF & Hereford Strs & Hfrs

550-650#. Rec Vista 5, Vision 7 w/Somnus & Once PMH @ branding. Weaned. Nice calves!

Trevor & Christina Bekken – 6 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs

400-500#. Rec Vista 5.

BRED COWS

Glen & Elaine Alameda – 23 Blk & Red 3-6 Yr old

Bred Cows. Bred to Blk Ang Bulls to start calving April 10th. Comp vacc. One Iron, High Desert Cows!

MILK COW

Julia Carollo – 5 yr old Holstein Cow. Nurse cow. Bred for an April calf.

HORSE

Brown Family - 19 Yr old Sorrel Gelding. Great kid horse, confidence builder, Years of Mountain riding & ranch work. Sound, trustworthy horse!

Ours was an all-day affair as we gathered cattle in the morning and went back to work after the noon meal to brand the calves.

At least for a little while we did, until one by one the ropers slid off their saddles in gastrointestinal distress, and the ground crew was hunting for brush they could squat behind.

We only got half of the calves branded, and henceforth Mr. Chips didn’t dare show up at another branding.

Not long after, he sold his ranch for twice what he paid and moved back to Silicone Valley where, I’m told, he entertains his rich friends with his poetry while wearing all of his cowboy garb. He insists everyone call him “The Computer Cowboy.”

As for me, I put up a big sign at the entrance to the ranch that reads, “NO MORE HELP WANTED!”

CattlActive & Nasalgen @ branding. 100% Black Angus sired. Choice, high desert calves!! Jack & Amy Robinson – 170 Blk AngX Strs & Hfrs 550-600#. Rec One shot Ultra & 8-way @ Branding. Run above 7,500 ft. Sired by Sim/Ang bulls. Powerful, choice calves!

Wanda Miller – 120 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500-575#. Comp vacc @ Branding. High elevation. Sired by good Blk Angus bulls, great performing calves!

CALVES

Don Frank – 82 Blk Ang Yrlng Hfrs 800-850#. No implants. Hfrs are guaranteed open. Reputation & high-quality genetics!

Pinto Ranch – 70 Yrlng Strs 900-950#. High elevation, powerful steers!

KD Cattle – 60 Blk AngX Yrlng Strs & Hfrs 650700#.

Diamond X Ranch – 25 Blk Ang PTO Yrlng Hfrs 775-825#. 15 Blk Ang Yrlng Strs 750-800#.

Glen & Elaine Alameda – 17 Blk Yrlng Hfrs 650700#. Comp vacc. One Iron, High Desert Yearlings!

Morrell Weston & Sons – 16 Blk Ang Yrlng Strs & Hfrs 750#.

CALVES

Ellis Ranch – 150 Blk Ang & AngX Strs 550-600# 100 Blk Ang & AngX Hfrs 500-550#. Rec Ultrachoice 7 & Bovishield Gold One Shot @ Branding. High elevation. Great performing, powerful

calves!

Flagstone Ranch – 225 Mostly Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 425-475#. Rec Bovishield Gold 5 & 7-way @ Branding. One Iron & High desert!

Muddy Land & Livestock – 175 Blk Ang & AngX

Strs & Hfrs 450-500#. Rec Vista Once SQ & 7-way @ Branding. Vista Once SQ @ Precon.

Fancy, high desert calves!

JA Land & Cattle – 85 Blk AngX Strs & Hfrs 450500#. Rec Bovishield Gold 5 & Vision 7 @ branding. Knife cut. High elevation!

Crozier Ranch – 85 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs

500-550#. Rec Bovi-Shield Gold One Shot &

YEARLINGS

Linden Cattle Co. – 400 Blk Ang & AngX Spayed Hfrs 900#. Rec Pyramid 5 + Presponse, 7-way w/Somnus, wormed w/Safeguard & poured. Fancy, Green, High Desert yearling heifers!

CALVES

Wyoming Honor Farm – 135 Blk Ang Strs 475-550# 45 Blk Ang Hfrs 450-500#. Comp vacc @ Birth & Branding (Vision 8 w/ Somnus & Once PMH IN). Sired by Hancock & Northwest Angus Association Blk Ang bulls. Powerful, stout calves!

White Acorn Ranch – 100 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 450-550#. Rec Nasalgen & 7 way @ branding. Sired by registered Blk Ang bulls. High elevation, reputation calves!! Neal & Rebecca Anderson – 51 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 550650#. Comp vacc @ branding. One iron, nice calves! Glen Enos – 50 Blk AngX Strs & Hfrs 550-650#. Rec 7 way @ branding. Run @ high elevation. Nice stout calves!

YEARLINGS

RR Ranch – 200 Predom. Blk Ang, few Red/RWF Yrlng Strs 900-925#. 220 Spayed Yrlng Hfrs 875-900#. High elevation! Eastfork Livestock – 245 Ang & Ang/HerefordX Yrlng Strs 850-925#. 110 Ang & Ang/HerefordX Spayed Yrlng Hfrs 800-850#. 2 rounds of Vision 7 w/Somnus, Pneumonia Vista Once & 1 shot of Multi Min. One brand, one raising, powerful, high elevation! Reputation yearling steers & heifers!

CALVES

Joe & Deanna Crofts – 300 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 400-475#. Rec Virashield 6, Vision 8 w/ Somnus+spur. Year-round mineral program. Sired Powerful Blk Ang bulls. One iron, high desert, green & Fancy!

Mike & Cindy Fabrizius – 310 Blk Ang & AngX 400-450#. Rec Vision 7 w/ Somnus, Once PMH Nasalgen, Vista Once & Multi Min @ Branding. Complete mineral program at all times. High quality genetics! One brand, high elevation!

Bob & Dar Vogel – 200 Blk AngX Strs & Hfrs 450525#. Rec 8 way & CattlActive @birth & 8 way,

Martin Land & Livestock – 500 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 525-550#. Rec Vista Once SQ & 7-way w/ Somnus @ Branding. Sired by Sitz Blk Ang bulls. AI sons of SAV Resource, Connealy Investment & Connealy Arsenal. Cowherd Sitz genetics for multiple generations! Bull battery w/ high WW, YW & $Beef. Reputation, high desert.

Osborne & Campbell – 220 Red Ang & Red AngX Strs & Hfrs 450-525#. Rec’d Vista Once SQ, Nasalgen 3, 7-way w/spur @ branding. Sired by Beckton Red Ang bulls. Hfrs are replacement quality. Run @ 8,500 ft. High desert!

Shane & Chris Eberline – 200 Blk Ang & AngX Strs & Hfrs 450-550#. Rec C & D @ Birth; Vista Once SQ & 7-way @ Branding. Sired by Lucky 7 & Popo Agie Blk Ang bulls. Reputation, high elevation! Green!

Ron & Becki Weber – 85 Hereford Strs & Hfrs 600675#. Rec Ultrachoice 7 @ branding, Ultrachoice 7 & Bovishield One Shot @ turnout & this fall. Sired by Van Newkirk & Churchill Hereford bulls. Run @ 10,000’. Fancy, Reputation Calves that are bred to perform!

Ramon Walker – 60 Blk Ang Strs & Hfrs 500-600#. 8 way @ branding. Long time registered cow herd. Lots of genetics! Fancy!

CALVES

Ruby Ranch – 250 Blk Ang Strs 450-525#. 150 Blk Ang Hfrs 425-500#. Rec Vista 5, Nasalgen & 7way @ branding. Sired by powerful Blk Ang Bulls (predom. Lucky 7 bulls) High elevation & Fancy!!