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GETTING WHERE WE WANT TO GO
The conversation around beef and the environment seems to be at an all-time high. Fortunately, our industry has a very large amount of scientific research on our side during that conversation. The numbers published from our industry to media and politicians alike tell us that compared to the 1970s we produce the same amount of beef with 36% fewer cattle and a 16% lower carbon foot print. This is extremely impressive, and we should applaud it. Technological improvements in every segment of the lifecycle of that calf have contributed to it. We can have all the production side improvements we want, but this feat would not be possible without advancement in the genetics. We are breeding heifers at 15 months to calve at 24 months instead of 30 or 36 months. However, most of the improvement has been from when the calf leaves our farm. We are hanging bigger carcasses that convert feed better. We are also raising better quality beef as well. USDA Choice is the standard and USDA Prime is quickly becoming expected from consumers willing to pay a very small premium. Our customers in the grocery store are very happy with us. If you have read my writing very long, you know there is always some skepticism to follow when I applaud the industry at large. Beef is a target and will continue to be a target of animal rights activists, processed food companies and politicians in highly populated coastal states. We can’t be done yet, and we have to improve our efficiency. Environmental, economic and social efficiency all matter. Improving our long-term economic efficiency will improve our environmental efficiency as well. What does moving from an 85% to a 95% conception rate on replacement heifers do for efficiency? What does a cow’s lifetime production going from 8 calves to 12 calves do for efficiency? What if we were able to continue to hang those big well marbled carcasses without having to feed a big cow.? Almost 50% of all feed consumed in the lifecycle of a calf goes to cow maintenance feed. 70% of feed consumed is in the cow herd, and 70% of that goes to maintenance feed alone. What if we raised cows that fit our forage resources, and their calves didn’t depend on compensatory gain down the supply chain to meet their genetic potential? These are micro level ideas I am throwing out but can be aggregated and move the needle on a macro level. I am doing everything I just mentioned with a straight bred population of cattle today. Adoption of these same performing genetics can do the same across the industry. We bred every single heifer born the last year and achieved a 95% conception rate. There were no culls. Nearly 20% of my spring calving herd is over 10 years old. If we didn’t start selling cows at 4 years old so we could retain more heifers the percentage would be much higher. Those oldest cows currently have some of our heaviest calves.
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They have the heaviest calves because those cows should be having the heavier calves. The research shows cows maximize their actual weaning weights from years 5 through 10. What got us here won’t necessarily take us to where we want to go. As an industry, we have achieved what we need to in the grocery store and in the feedlot. The marginal gains will begin to be very small. The marginal gains that can be made on the cow side in our maternal genetics and cow-calf production practices feel virtually untapped. Imagine if we took the same effort and focus to reduce our cost of producing a pound of high-quality beef as we did to increase the price we get for the cattle it comes from? This is the next step for the beef industry. As with every substantial shift in agriculture, the earliest adopters of correct and new ideas will have the greatest financial reward. We have been implementing these “new” ideas and practices in our population of cattle for over 40 years. We are ready for to help you implement them in yours. Give us a call or come see them in practice. We are happy to help. -Joe K. Lowe II, M.S. Agricultural Economics
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K E N T U C K Y CAT T L E M E N ’ S AS S O C I AT I O N 2 0 2 1 L E A D E R S H I P REGIONAL DIRECTORS: REGION 1 Bobby Buddy Ashley Leland Don Don Mark Jeremy Blake Sara
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OFFICERS: PRESIDENT
Chris Cooper 2140 Tates Creek Road Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 200-7711
PRESIDENT ELECT Cary King 250 Bright Leaf Drive Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (859) 734-2173
TREASURER
Ken Adams 90 E Horseshoe Ave. Upton, KY 42784 (270) 734-1443
PAST PRESIDENT Steve Dunning 8200 Antioch Road Hopkinsville, KY 42240 (270) 498-8180
VICE PRESIDENT Andy Bishop 6135 High Grove Rd Cox’s Creek, KY 40013 (502) 350-7609
KCA PROGRAM CHAIRMAN Jeff Pettit 5745 US Highway 41 S Seebree, KY 42455
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Joe Lowe PO Box 205 Smith’s Grove, KY 42171 (270) 202-4399
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Cary King 250 Bright Leaf Drive Harrodsburg, KY 40330 (859) 734-2173
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Jack Kimbrough† - Shelby Mark Williams - Crittenden Paul Napier - Lincoln Eddie Young - Washington Greg Ritter† - Barren Don Pemberton - Christian Billy Glenn Turpin - Madison Scotty Parsons - Christian Corinne Kephart - Shelby Greg Robey - Mercer Mike Bach - Bath Don Reynolds - Hart Steve Downs - Marion Gary Woodall - Logan David Lemaster - Clark Chuck Crutcher - Hardin Bobby Foree - Henry Tim White - Fayette Steve Dunnung - Christian
Bell*.................................270-547-8547 Cook.................................270-275-1274 Holloway................................................. Steely...............................270-339-3476 Pemberton...........................270-889-3855 Clements..............................270-389-0527 Heimgartner.......................270-875-2585 Armstrong......................270-668-2056 Munger..............................270-293-8830 Roberson............................270-668-2428
REGION 2 Adam Maulden*..........................270-590-1005 Dennis Smith..............................270-590-2840 Trent Jones.................................270-590-5266 Chuck Crutcher...........................270-272-6269 Allison Nissley.............................270-403-3205 Steven Green...............................270-528-1720 Don Reynolds..............................270-528-5239 Mike Bullock................................270-792-9644 Dr. Kenneth Green.......................270-589-7175 Corbin Cowles.............................270-991-2534 Kirk Cecil.....................................270-692-7698 Chris Imbruglio...........................270-993-0543 Rayetta Boone.............................270-230-5488 Andy Joe Moore..........................270-590-0841 Brian Manion...............................270-868-0253 Phyllis Gentry..............................502-331-1146 REGION 3 Allan Allen Wanda Phillip Larry Amanda Nicole
Bryant*..............................502-548-1379 Phillips...............................502-220-0948 Hawkins..........................502-321-5602 Douglas............................502-552-0688 Bryant................................502-845-4615 Hall................................859-333-5001 Goecke.............................606-782-2263
REGION 4 Randy Lisa David Ron Amy Donovan Bruce Danielle Ronnie Brandon Danny
Warner*............................859-771-5280 Baesler................................859-509-5020 Lemaster...........................859-749-0258 Ray.......................................859-825-8516 White...................................859-227-2552 Pigg..............................502-229-9187 Witt...................................859-585-8889 Harmon.........................606-748-8059 Lowe...............................606-782-5058 Sears................................................... Callahan...........................859-388-0910
REGION 5 Phillip Reese*..............................859-339-0450 Herman Benge.............................606-862-6451 Tommy Spalding................................................ Dean Craft...................................606-634-0191 Brent Ware..................................606-305-8612 Rick Brewer.................................606-682-2352 Danny Ray Spalding....................859-336-0444 Gary Ford....................................270-402-2194 Aaron Burke................................859-265-1172 Ryan Miller..................................502-827-5027 C. Mike Spalding..........................270-699-6587 Jared Foley..................................270-585-1331
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176 PASADENA DRIVE • LEXINGTON, KY 40503 • PHONE: (859) 278-0899 FAX: (859) 260-2060 • WWW.KYCATTLE.ORG • INFO@KYCATTLE.ORG Executive Vice President Dave Maples
KBC Director of Product Development Katelyn Hawkins
Director of Kentucky Beef Council Nathan Lawson
Membership Coordinator Nikki Whitaker
Staff Accountant Kelly Tucker
Publication Coordinator Carey Brown
KBN Industry Coordinator Dan Miller KBC Director of Education Niki Ellis
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PRESIDENT’S THOUGHTS CHRIS COOPER Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association President Well, I hope everyone is ready for June because it is here already! May was a busy month with several Beef Month activities going on locally and around the state. On May 10th, I, along with KBC Chair Joe Lowe, KCA’s Nikki Whitaker and KBC’s Katelyn Hawkins, traveled to Frankfort to meet with the Governor to witness his signing of the May Beef Month Proclamation in the Capitol Rotunda. I was pleasantly surprised by the reception we received and the Governor’s knowledge and support of BEEF! We presented him with a very nice platter of Beef cuts as KCA/KBC has done with the past Governors over the last 22 years. He was eager to show his support of Beef and the Beef industry unlike the Governor of Colorado who wants to eliminate Beef. I am glad that we do not have to fight that battle in KY! We appreciate the Governor’s support of Beef in KY. Immediately following the Capitol event, we travelled to the KY Department of Ag to meet with Commissioner Ryan Quarles who welcomed us with a very nice lunch, Beef of course! Commissioner Quarles shared with us a Beef Brisket that he personally prepared and served for our visit. There were also those great KY Cattlemen’s Ground Beef burgers served. We also witnessed Commissioner Quarles signing his own May Beef Month Proclamation and presented him a very nice platter of Beef cuts. We certainly appreciate the support of Beef by our Commissioner and everything he does to promote Beef in KY. I also want to thank the KBC (KY Beef Council) team for making this event a huge success. Nathan, Katelyn, Alison and Niki do an AWESOME job of making sure that your Beef Promotion dollars are used very wisely and efficiently to promote Beef and educate the con-
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sumers about Beef. You know that May is not the only month to celebrate BEEF – there are 11 other months to celebrate and promote beef and that’s exactly what our folks at KBC do every day for us producers. Our Beef Promotion dollars is a small investment on our part to enjoy the huge return we get from KBC to increase the demand for Beef through promotion, research and education and to protect our Beef industry. I would hate to think what our beef industry would look like if we did not have the Beef Promotion dollars to help us put Beef on the menu in this day and time when so many folks are wanting to eliminate beef production. KBC stays on top of all the opponents and threats to our beef industry to tell the real truth about Beef. Just like so much of the media you hear today is filled with opinions and agendas rather than the real truth – KBC is there fighting for us and our Beef industry everyday while we are on the farm doing what we do best and that is raising and caring for our beef cattle. So the next time you sell cattle and the Beef Promotion is deducted from your cattle check just remember that you are investing in the protection and promotion of YOUR Beef industry today and for the future.
our bodies in good condition to glorify Him and that’s the truth! If you see or hear any false information about beef, please contact your staff at KCA and KBC to alert them so that they can be better informed on defending the truth about beef.
is working around the clock to protect this tax law from being changed. But we can do our part as well by contacting our Congressmen and Senators to support the continued elimination of the Death Tax and to keep the Stepped up Tax Basis for inherited property.
Secondly, the tax laws are being reviewed and one major target is the Death Tax and the Stepped up Tax Basis for inherited property. Folks, I don’t need to remind you that we spend a lifetime investing in our farms and for the government to take that investment away from us and our kids is just wrong. We have to protect our KY Farms from “being taxed to death” so that our kids can continue to farm them. I know that the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)
Well as I close let me leave you with this hope as we face the challenges of tomorrow: Be careful for nothing (don’t be anxious or worry), but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God. And the peace of God, which passeth all understanding, shall keep your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7
As my thoughts are geared towards the promotion and protection of our Beef industry today and for the future, there are some things that definitely need to be on your radar. First of all the political climate is rapidly becoming a “Beef unfriendly atmosphere”, pardon the pun. A lot of false information is being pumped into the media outlets that makes beef appear to be the monster of the universe. I would remind you and the world that God created cattle for us to take care of and for our consumption. God knew that beef is needed for a balanced diet to keep
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As we look forward to the summer months, it’s clear that we are headed back to some level of normalcy. Last year, we successfully modified everything from farmers’ markets to livestock shows to occur safely. Kentuckians should know my staff and I are here to support local officials in any way possible as they attempt to bring a level of normalcy back to Kentucky. I look forward to hitting the road this summer to visit our farmers’ markets, agritourism destinations, county fairs, and livestock shows. With vaccines widely available, there’s no reason why we can’t have a summer of ag events that looks more like 2019.
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FROM DAVE’S DESK DAVE MAPLES Executive Vice President Corn is at an 8-year high and double last year’s price. The grain scenario will continue as a dominating factor in feeder cattle prices. Unfortunately, the live cattle segment that we operate in has borne considerable pain over the past two years with what seems to be everlasting regularity. The national beef industry is at a crossroads. If processors cannot accomplish the task of providing sufficient cattle into the supply chain, then producers must cut the size of the herd. The signal is for processors to ramp up to maximum levels with some estimates of $600 to $800/head profit, but whether they can, is the big question that needs to be answered. The balance or lack of any balance of margins among the different sectors is a must and has to be corrected in order for cattlemen to produce beef or to stop herd liquidation. The challenge will be for you and the entire live cattle sectors to navigate through this difficult path profitably. The reality is that the beef industry is a tough business and there are a lot of variables to consider. With any disruptions in the supply chain there are consequences. Our industry has gone through some major disruptions. But if you stop and think about it, we have done it to ourself. Processing capacity is the major problem today. If you look at the past year of 2020 the industry processed a weekly average of 483,134 head in 2007 that number was 527,249 per week. Our industry has closed or have not rebuilt packing plants. Where the pork industry has added
capacity. There are efforts underway now to add beef capacity but that will take a couple of years. Cow Country Cow Country will be getting a new look next month if everything goes as planned. CCN is a very important component to the Kentucky Beef Industry First it has been the communication medium to the people that have an interest in and are invested in the cattle business. Also, CCN is very important to the Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association from both a communication and financial point of view. Over twenty years ago when I started this job moving to a magazine format was a dream but when you looked at the financials it did not pencil. What has changed in twenty years? The print industry somewhat like the cattle industry has gone through lots of change. I think the print industry has been way more brutal. Twenty years ago, CCN was printed at the Winchester Sun then the Lexington Herald Leader and for many years now the Louisville Courier Journal. Two months ago, the printing presses were brought to a halt in Louisville and CCN has been printed in Indianapolis. I knew last month that Carey Brown was not happy and that this new engagement was not going to work. I can’t say enough about the diligent effort that Carey has gone through to dig out a solution to our problem. I would expect the outcome will be a win-win for both the readers, advertisers and the Association.
CHANGE IS COMING FOR COW COUNTRY! Beginning in July 2020 Cow Country will be in magazine format. Members have been asking for years and we are thrilled to finally offer it. Ad sizes will change beginning with the July issue and pricing will change starting with the October 2021 issue. See below for the updated ad dimensions and stay tuned in future issues for more details. We are excited to bring you a higher quality publication with the same great cattle industry news you have come to expect. New ad dimensions will be sent out to all current advertisers and posted on kycattle.org by May 1. Feel free to call or email with any questions. As always, we appreciate your support!
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THE LAST DOLLAR BAXTER BLACK, DVM W W W. B A X T E R B L A C K . C O M
For those of you who forgot how easy it was to get started in farming let me tell you about my friend Con. Many years ago, he bought a farm in the wilds of Minnesota. The feller that sold him the farm had his farm sale the day Con arrived to take possession of the land. Now, Con had been a cowboy type all his life and, upon viewing the farm machinery stacked in the yard, he was hard put to identify anything other than the handy man jack and a tractor. But he thought if this stuff was good enough for the farmer that sold out, it was good enough for him. He’d figger out what it was later.
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All the neighbors for miles around came to see who the new sucker was and maybe pick over the machinery like buzzards on fresh road kill . . . Con jumped in and bought the only thing he recognized: the tractor. It was a 45 Allis . . . he paid $1,250. Then he bought the mounted plow that went with it. Con said the auctioneer started on a big pile of orange metal. “Ain’t you gonna buy that? You bought the tractor and the plow.” Con bought it. Two days later he found out it was a mounted cultivator. When the sale was over several of the farmers asked Con to load their heavy
stuff, since he’d bought the tractor an’ all, they said. Con leaped up in the seat, intent on showin’ these skeptical neighbors he knew what he was doin’. He fumbled around for ten minutes, switching on the headlights, the choke, the throttle, the gauges and wipin’ the transfer case clean lookin’ for some instructions. Finally an ol’ timer reached over and said, “Pull this, son.” It fired up right away (it was the only time in the next five years it ever did that). He couldn’t find the shift pattern but fortunately it was in gear and the clutch was where it belonged. The first thing they wanted him to load was an old pull type, disjointed disc. It
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never went anyplace he aimed it. Con would turn around and it would be passing him. Eventually he dragged it up on a flat bed inflicting considerable damage in the process. Pleased with himself he turned and said, “Next?” Everybody else had drifted away. The feller with the bent disc came over to Con, opened his wallet and handed him a dollar bill. “Kid, you take this and buy yourself a can of gas. It’ll be the first and last dollar you ever make farmin’, but you’ll always have enough to git outta town.”
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MAKE MINE WITH CHEESE, PLEASE. NATHAN LAWSON Director of KBC May and June go together like a burger with cheese! Right on the heels of Beef Month, June is National Dairy Month. Beef and dairy have been a strong tandem throughout history. I can’t think of a better time of year to highlight the complimentary relationship between beef and dairy than the summer grilling season. How many burgers have you eaten this week? The national average is 2.4 burgers per person per day, for a grand total of 50 billion burgers consumed annually in the U.S. alone! It’s estimated that 40% of those burgers are consumed with cheese. It’s hard to beat a good burger. I remember a conversation at meal time one night in which our son asked, “why are hamburgers called hamburgers”? We had fun discovering and discussing the answer. The hamburger first made it’s debut in the U.S. in 1904 and it is thought that the cheeseburger was introduced in the 1920’s. There are many stories of those claiming creation rights to the cheeseburger. One of which is located in the Bluegrass. Still in business today, Kaelin’s Restaurant located in the Highlands of Louisville once laid claim to the creation of the Cheeseburger in the early 1930’s. The term was ultimately trademarked by a Denver, Colorado restaurant owner in 1935.
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The burger restaurant sector in the U.S. has an estimated market size of 126.9 billion dollars and is expected to see continued growth. Ronald McDonald carries the torch for the industry, with McDonalds generating 40.4 billion dollars in annual sales through 13,446 locations. McDonalds is head and shoulders above their competition, with annual purchases of approximately 800 million pounds of beef and 260 million pounds of cheese. Ground beef and cheese create a great combination that consumers enjoy. That complimentary relationship helps drive sales for both products. Dairy’s contribution to the beef industry extends beyond milk products to our nations beef supply. Dairy cattle contribute roughly 21 percent of the total U.S. beef supply and 25 percent of Beef Checkoff assessments, nationally. According to the most recent USDA National Agriculture Statistics, Kentucky is home to 47,000 Dairy cows and 983,000 beef cows as of January 2021, making up just under 5% of the states total cow herd (beef and dairy). No matter how you shake it, milk cows and calves are an important segment of the beef supply and dairy products such as cheese, are an excellent addition to those hot off the grill burgers. Make mine with cheese, please! 12
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FROM THE GOVERNOR GOV. ANDY BESHEAR 63rd Governor of Kentucky In February 2020, going to the grocery store to buy food to cook for dinner was just another errand on the to-do list for most Americans. However, the thought and reality of where that food comes from was far from the minds of many consumers. In Kentucky, our farmers have always worked incredibly hard, year-round, to make delicious, nutritious and high-quality food easily accessible for families across the country and around the world on any given day. During a once-in-one-hundred-year pandemic, our farmers continued to be diligent in their labor and provide for all consumers. Beginning in March 2020, Kentucky farmers had to work harder than ever before. At that point, a trip to the grocery store became a carefully-planned challenge, and for many people, a frightening one. As families prepared to stay healthy at home, they bought more food than usual, all around the same time. Because of that, Americans no longer took food on the shelves for granted. More people thought about where food comes from and the persistent, dedicated farmers who grow and raise it. People wondered, would there be enough food to go around? Could our supply chain keep up with the rising demand? As families faced so much uncertainty, I reassured them during daily updates that our food supply was not another thing they needed to worry about. I believed Kentucky farmers would rise to this challenge, like they have to so many others, and they did. In the early weeks of this pandemic, I was proud of the Governor’s Office of Agricultural Policy and its staff for their commitment to helping my administration roll out the Meat Processing Investment Program to help reduce the stresses within our meat processing industry. Through this program, we focused on advancing this industry through the expansion of our meat processing facilities with
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the intention to build our supply while creating jobs. During my time as the chair of the Kentucky Agricultural Development Board, we approved this program and saw very quickly the need within our supply chain.
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Kentucky being the largest beef producing state east of the Mississippi River, we have the tools to meet our demand and we identified those needs and helped the industry overcome them. Over 38,000 farms in Kentucky are raising over 2.1 million cattle and calves. During Beef Month 2021 and beyond, we are continuing to work diligently to ensure our cattlemen and women to have access to the highest quality of processing facilities in the country. This is why I invested $2 million of Kentucky’s CARES funding in the Meat Processing Investment Program in November 2020 to help expand the program’s impact. By doing so, we were able to fund 14 facility enhancement projects within 45 days so that Kentucky’s facilities could continue doing what they do best – providing healthy, high-quality and delicious Kentucky products for consumers while demand rises.
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Fourteen months after the pandemic begin, we can see the light at the end of the tunnel with more Kentuckians signing up for a COVID-19 vaccine every day. We are different people than we were before March 2020. We’ve experienced fear and uncertainty, but those reminded us how essential many of the things we used to take for granted are. Food on the shelves is essential. Kentucky farmers are essential – not just to our commonwealth, but to all of America. Agriculture is part of our heritage, and with new initiatives like Kentucky AgriTech, we will make sure our state leads this industry into the future, too. To every Kentucky farmer – thank you. In a tough year, you’ve been tougher, and you’ve made our entire commonwealth proud.
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SHELBY COUNTY NEWS Submitted by Irvin Kupper Shelby County Cattlemen’s have been busy during the pandemic, We donated $8000.00 to the 4H camp for Shelby Co. kids, $4000.00 to A Place To Sleep providing beds for kids, and $2000.00 to the flood victims in Eastern Kentucky. We are also offering any Jr. member who shows either dairy or beef cattle at the local Shelby Co. fair a $50.00 premium. Our heifer program gave away 3 heifers for $1000.00 each. WE HAVE BEEN BUSY.
Submitted by Chuck Crutcher Judge Executive Harry Berry presents to Chuck Crutcher, President of the Hardin County Cattlemen’s Association a proclamation proclaiming May as Beef Month in Hardin County
BRACKEN COUNTY NEWS Submitted by Nicole Goecke On May 8, 2021 Bracken County Cattlemen’s Association hosted a “beef bash” for our community. Judge-Executive, Tina Teegarden signed a proclamation declaring May as beef month in Bracken County. 100 boxed meals including a burger were passed out courtesy of Blue Grass Maysville and Lexington Stockyards. Door prizes and many promotional materials were handed out to help promote the beef industry. We are hopeful to have an outdoor membership meeting in July and look forward to serving our members for 2021!
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BARREN COUNTY NEWS Submitted by James H. Bailey The Barren County Cattlemen‘s meeting was held Thursday evening, April 15th, at the Barren County High School Trojan Academy. During the meeting John Nemier and Ricky Houchens, sales representatives of Nutrien Ag Solutions, presented a program on fertilizer products for forage production. Pictured from left to right is; Joe Moore, president of the Barren County Cattlemen‘s Association, John Nemier and Ricky Houchens. A delicious steak dinner was served which was sponsored by Nutrien Ag Solutions The Barren County Cattlemen‘s meeting was held Thursday evening, May 6, at the Barren County High School Trojan Academy. During the meeting Sarah Adams and Heather Winchester representing Farm Credit Mid-America, presented a program on Farm Credit recap and new programs. Pictured at right from left to right is; Dr. Steve Webb, Vice President of the Barren County Cattlemen‘s Association, Abbey Layton, Heather Ray, Ashleigh Bennett, Heather Winchester, and Sarah Adams, all representing Farm Credit Mid-America. A delicious steak dinner was served which was sponsored by Farm Credit Mid-America
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NCBA BACKED STUDY PROVES STEPPED-UP BASIS REPEAL WOULD BE DETRIMENTAL TO FARMS AND RANCHES
WASHINGTON (April 20, 2021) – Today, the Family Business Estate Tax Coalition (FBETC) released an EY study quantifying the impact a repeal of stepped-up basis would have on family businesses. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has long advocated for the preservation of this long-standing provision of the U.S. tax code, as well as other sound tax policies for rural America, and has been an active supporter of this study. “The EY study sheds light on the facts that we at NCBA—among others in the agricultural community—have long known. Simply put, the repeal of steppedup basis would have catastrophic impacts on the ability of farmers and ranchers to transfer their operations to the next generation,” said NCBA Senior Executive Director of Government Affairs Danielle Beck. The EY study found that family-owned businesses and the local economies they support would be hit hardest by a repeal. To reveal the impact stepped-up basis repeal would have on family-owned farms and ranches, EY developed a case-study based on a theoretical family-owned cow-calf operation. In this scenario—one where the stepped-up basis is no longer a tool for family-owned business to utilize when generational transfer occurs — gains are taxed at death and would result in an immediate one-time tax liability equivalent to 280 percent of the farm’s annual income. “NCBA continues to advocate for tax policy that allows the next generation of agricultural producers to have the economic tools to be successful. Repealing stepped-up basis would adversely impact farmers and ranchers across the country. In fact, while this provision has been identified as a potential revenue raiser for government spending—it would be irresponsible to place that burden on family-owned businesses, and multi-
generational agricultural operations in particular,” said Beck.
NCBA STANDS READY TO FIGHT FOR SOUND TAX POLICY
WASHINGTON (April 28, 2021) – In his American Families Plan, President Biden targets several provisions of the tax code to raise approximately $1.5 trillion in revenue over the next 10 years. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has long advocated for sound tax policy for rural America. “Family-owned cattle operations, no matter the size, are the backbone and economic drivers of rural economies across the U.S. Preserving long-standing tax provisions such as stepped-up basis and like-kind exchanges is critical when considering the financial viability of farms and ranches, as well as the ability for the next generation of producers to carry on the family business and conserve the land that has been in their family for generations,” said Danielle Beck, NCBA Senior Executive Director of Government Affairs. The American Families Plan would repeal the deferral of gain for real estate likekind exchanges for gains greater than $500,000 and eliminate stepped-up basis for gains in excess of $1 million ($2.5 million per couple “when combined with existing real estate exemptions”) and tax said gains on any property not donated to charity. According to the plan, the reform will be designed “with protections so that family-owned businesses and farms will not have to pay taxes when given to heirs who continue to run the business.” “When considering how to offset the cost of a comprehensive infrastructure package, it is essential that Congress preserve sound tax policies for family-owned agricultural operations. We are committed to holding Members of Congress accountable for legislation that will not adversely impact the viability of farm and ranch businesses, or the next generation’s ability to continue to sustainably produce an abundant food supply,” Beck said.
“To be clear, we firmly believe that it would be irresponsible to pay for an infrastructure bill on the backs of farmers and ranchers and with that, counterintuitive with this Administration’s conservation agenda. These provisions in the tax code are a determining factor in whether farmers and ranchers access to land is maintained for generations to come, or if that land is fragmented and further threatened by conversion and development, or paved over outright for strip malls and shopping centers,” Beck continued. NCBA stands ready to work on both sides of the aisle to ensure that Members of Congress understand the needs of cattle producers in regard to tax policy. We are looking forward to continued conversations with lawmakers through extensive grassroots engagement.
TAX AGGIE COALITION URGES CONGRESS TO PROTECT SOUND TAX POLICY
WASHINGTON WASHINGTON (May 11, 2021) – The Tax Aggie Coalition sent a letter, signed by 41 national and regional agriculture organizations, to House and Senate leadership to express significant concerns about legislative proposals that would jeopardize the future of familyowned farm and ranch businesses. As members of Congress work to implement President Biden’s American Families Plan, the coalition urges lawmakers to enact commonsense policies that preserve a sustainable and vibrant business climate for rural America through the preservation of long-standing tax code provisions. These provisions are fundamental to the financial health of production agriculture and the businesses that supply its inputs, transport its products, and market its commodities. With more than 370 million acres expected to change hands in the next two decades, the policies Congress enacts now will determine agricultural producers’ ability to secure affordable land to start or expand their operations. In the letter
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) has represented America’s cattle producers since 1898, preserving the heritage and strength of the industry through education and public policy. As the largest association of cattle producers, NCBA works to create new markets and increase demand for beef. Efforts are made possible through membership contributions. To join, contact NCBA at 1-866-BEEF-USA or membership@beef.org.
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to Congress, three critically important tax provisions were highlighted. Stepped-Up Basis: Assets in agriculture are typically held by one owner for several decades, so resetting the basis on the value of the land, buildings, and livestock on the date of the owner’s death under a step-up in basis is important for surviving family members and business partners to ensure the future financial stability of the operation. Like-Kind Exchanges: This provision allows businesses to buy and sell like assets without tax consequences, thus helping farmers and ranchers, who are typically “land rich and cash poor,” maintain cash flow and reinvest in their businesses. Sec. 199A Business Income Deduction: In order to maintain a reasonable level of taxation for pass-through businesses, like farms and ranches, it is critical to preserve Sec. 199A business income deduction. “The agriculture industry is the backbone of many economies in rural America. When considering how to offset the cost of a comprehensive infrastructure package, it is essential that Congress preserve sound tax policies for our nation’s farmers, ranchers, and familyowned agribusinesses,” said NCBA CEO Colin Woodall. “Ultimately federal tax policy should help facilitate agricultural land transfer, not be a hinderance to that process. It’s critically important that the policies Congress enacts now continue to allow the next generation—including beginning, veteran, and minority farmers and ranchers—to be successful.” “Farmers and ranchers already face uncertainties with unpredictable weather and fluctuating markets. A sound tax policy should help them navigate those challenges, not add to the confusion,” said American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall. “Generations of farmers have relied on important tax provisions like stepped-up basis and like-kind exchanges to grow their familyowned businesses and eventually pass them on to the next generation. Congress should refrain from creating tax rules that will make it harder for farms and ranches to stay viable for families now and for those that come after them.”
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KENTUCKY STATE FAIR ANNOUNCES PLAN TO HOLD ANNUAL SUMMERTIME CELEBRATION AUGUST 19-29, 2021 The Kentucky State Fair will return August 19-29, 2021 after a vote by the Kentucky State Fair Board at the April 22 meeting. Kentucky State Fair staff have begun programming more than 1.2 million square feet of space and more than 300 acres of outdoor space with health and safety of everyone top of mind. “The Kentucky State Fair is an important event for thousands of people around the Commonwealth and the economic activity created by the Fair will help
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Kentucky’s recovery. While we will need to make adjustments to respond to COVID-19, we plan to produce as much of the Fair as safely possible. We look forward to once again being where Kentucky comes together,” said David S. Beck, President and CEO of Kentucky Venues.
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W E AT H E R I N G D R O U G H T : P R E PA R AT I O N I S K E Y CHRIS D. TEUTSCH UK Grain and Forage Center of Excellence, Princeton, Kentucky
Short-term and sometimes longer-term drought is a part of Kentucky’s agricultural landscape. Long-term weather records indicate that we can expect a moderate drought about once every five years and a real doozy once every decade or so. Unfortunately, here in western Kentucky we are due for some dry weather. Developing and implementing a drought management plan could significantly reduce the economic and emotional impact of drought on your operation. The time to develop this plan is before it gets dry. The strategies that are used will depend on the resources you have on your farm and your long-term goals. The remainder of this article will outline some strategies that could be used either alone or in a combination. Implement rotational grazing. Although this does not sound like much of a drought management strategy, the first thing that people notice when they switch from a continuous to rotational grazing system is that pastures grow longer into a drought and recover faster after the rain finally comes. The reason for this is that rotationally grazed plants have larger and healthier root systems that can go deeper into the soil for water. In addition to a larger and healthier root system, not grazing closer than 4- 5 inches modifies the microclimate (conditions) near the soil surface, keeping the plants growing point (crown) cooler and reducing evaporation of water from the soil surface. Good grazing management is not just a drought management strategy, but probably one of the best ones. Incorporate deep-rooted legumes into pastures. Interseeding legumes into pastures increases pasture quality, supplies nitrogen that is shared with grass, dilutes the toxic endophyte, and extends grazing during a drought. The most commonly used legume would be red clover. The primary advantage of red clover is that it has great seedling vigor and can be easily frost seeded into pastures. Alfalfa possesses a deeper tap root and is more drought tolerant than red clover, but requires higher soil fertility 18
and well drained soils. Although alfalfa mixes well with a variety of grasses, it can be difficult to get established into wellmanaged sods. The most drought tolerant legume and our only truly perennial warm-season legume is sericea lespedeza. Sericea has an extremely deep taproot, but its major limitation is poor seedling vigor making it difficult to incorporate into an established sod. Once established, sericea has amazing drought tolerance, however palatability can be low. Making sure it does not get too tall before grazing is key to maintaining palatability. Incorporate warm-season perennial grasses into grazing system. During the summer months, warm-season grasses will produce about twice as much dry matter per unit of water used when compared to cool-season grasses. There are several perennial warm-season grasses that can used, but in western Kentucky the most productive, persistent, and tolerant to close and frequent grazing is bermudagrass. Bermudagrass requires management to be productive, which means it needs to be grazed frequently to keep it vegetative and it needs nitrogen. Other perennial warm-season grasses include the native grasses such as big and little bluestem, Indiangrass, switchgrass, and eastern gammagrass. These grasses can be productive parts of grazing systems, but will require a higher level of grazing management to persist. The last perennial warm-season grass that I want to mention is johnsongrass. I am going on record to make clear that I am NOT encouraging anyone to plant johnsongrass, but sometimes it just shows up. Johnsongrass occurs on many farms in Kentucky and could provide high quality summer grazing when managed. Because johnsongrass is extremely palatable, it needs to be managed under rotational stocking to persist. Otherwise it will be selectively grazed and eventually grazed out of the pasture. Incorporate warm-season annual grasses into grazing system. Warmseason annual grasses like pearl millet, COW COUNTRY •
sorghum-sudangrass, sudangrass, and crabgrass can provide high quality summer grazing. The primary disadvantage with summer annual grasses is that they need to be reestablished every year, which costs money and provides the chance for stand failure. The exception to this is crabgrass that develops volunteer stands from seed in the soil. Although most people don’t realize (or want to admit it) crabgrass has saved many cows during dry summers in Kentucky. Research has shown that crabgrass responds well to improved management and can produce 2-4 tons per acre of highly digestible forage. The best use of annuals in grazing systems is as a transition crop when pastures are being renovated . Irrigate pastures. Irrigating your pastures can increase dry matter production by about 50% in a normal year and much more than that in a dry year. The best grass to irrigate is warm-season perennial and annual grasses such as bermudagrass and sorghum-sudangrass. One common misconception is that irrigating a cool-season grass will make it grow in the summer. Cool-season grass growth is limited by not only moisture, but also temperature. Once temperatures exceed 70ºF, cool-season grass growth greatly slows and even stops when nighttime temperatures remain above 80ºF. In contrast, warm-season grasses do not even reach peak growth until 90ºF. Stop grazing and feed hay. The most efficient way to harvest forage is with the animal. In Kentucky we should strive to reduce hay feeding in our grazing systems. This doesn’t mean that we will not ever need hay. Drought is certainly one of those cases that hay will likely be required. A common problem with the hay feeding strategy is that when you need it, everybody needs it and there is little to go around. In addition, the price of hay during a drought can be high. One thing to think about is buying hay during a good year and storing it under cover. It is kind of like having money in the bank. Hay that was well cured will keep for years JUNE 2021
if it is kept off the ground and out of the weather. A key to successfully using hay is to start to feed it before pastures have been overgrazed. Hay feeding should be done in one paddock so that damage from overgrazing during a drought is confined to this area. Utilize commodities to extend pastures. Commodities such as brewer’s grain, corn gluten, and soybean hulls can be used to supplement and extend hay and pasture during drought periods. Things to consider are the availability, storage, handling, feeding, and price of commodities. The ability to readily get commodities and efficiently feed them is critical if they are going to be a key component in your drought management strategy. Stock for five-year drought. Having a perpetually light stocking rate that underutilizes pastures in most years, but gets you through drought years is a viable drought management strategy. However, this strategy requires that you have a lot of land area and will tend to reduce profit per acre. In most cases this probably is not the best long-term drought management strategy. There is no better way to lose money than under or overstocking your pastures. Set a sustainable stocking rate and focus on other drought management strategies. Wean and sell calves early. This has a two-fold effect, first it reduces the number of grazing units and the total forage needed, and second it reduces the nutritional requirements of the brood cows. The downside is that you will be selling lighter calves when the when the prices are low. Sell cows. This could be a good time to get rid of those older cows that you have been meaning to cull. However, selling your better animals is probably one of the least desirable drought management strategies. If you have invested time and money developing a superior herd, you are probably not real eager to sell those animals when prices could be low. In
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Rotational grazing can be easily implemented by subdividing pastures with properly constructed temporary fencing. In the above photo grazing school participants learn about the benefits of rotational stocking.
addition, if you sell off a considerable portion of your herd it may take years to build back up to that level. However, if this is the management strategy that you have chosen then you need to sell at the set time. By doing this you may limit losses by beating the flood of animals that typically enter the market as the drought worsens. Once you have settled on a drought management strategy, it is important that you are ready to implement it in a timely manner. If you are selling cattle, sell them before the price drops. If you are feeding hay, feed it before the cattle lose condition and pastures have been damaged from overgrazing. To accomplish this, you will need to set quantifiable benchmarks. These could be days without rain, available forage on hand, pasture height, pounds of weight loss or change in body condition. Regardless of what you have set as a benchmark you need to be ready to implement your drought plan when you reach it.
This month’s FEATURED VIDEO is “Managing Risk in Grazing Operations”. This video can be viewed at https://youtu. be/51TafuV6RSU or on the KYForages YouTube Channel. FORAGE MANAGEMENT TIPS Seed warm season annual grasses once soil temperature reaches 60 F. Clip, graze or make hay to prevent seedhead formation in cool season pastures. Rotate cool season pastures when residual is 3-4 inches. Consider temporary electric fencing to sub-divide larger pastures and exclude areas for mechanical harvesting. Scout pastures for summer annual weeds and control when small. Make plans to attend the one of the upcoming fencing school in Russellville.
FENCING TIP Use offsets on existing fencing. A good way to protect new fencing or enhance existing fencing is to use an offset strand of electrified fencing. Installing a single strand of electric fence on the perimeter of pastures allows graziers complete flexibility to quickly and easily subdivide existing pastures with polywire and step in posts. There a number of different styles of offsets including wire, plastic, pigtail, and fiberglass. All styles can work, but it is important that any plastic or fiberglass materials are UV stabilized and come with a warranty
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KENTUCKY CATTLEMEN’S ASSOCIATION AWARDS YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP Nikki Whitaker, Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association LEXINGTON, KY – The Kentucky Cattlemen’s Association Youth Scholarship, funded by the KCA Foundation, began in 1991 and has provided $144,000 in scholarship funds to students across Kentucky. Student’s applying for the application must attend a Kentucky College or University and must major in Agriculture or an Agriculturally-related subject. The recipients are chosen based on academic performance, community activities, and beef industry essay statements. Five $1,500 scholarships are awarded each
year to one student per each KCA Region with the possibility of two additional at large scholarships. The 2021 recipients are: Jordan Reddick from Bardwell is a graduate from Carlisle County High School. Jordan will be attending Murray State University majoring in Agribusiness. Madison Wilmoth from Magnolia is a graduate from Larue County High School. Madison will be attending the University of Kentucky majoring in Food
Science. Lee Owen from Taylorsville is a graduate from Spencer County High School. Lee will be attending the University of Kentucky majoring in Agriculture Economics. Kaitlyn Wiseman from Winchester is a graduate from George Rogers Clark High School. Kaitlyn will be attending Morehead State University majoring in Agribusiness. Amelia Ellis from Harrodsburg is a graduate from Mercer County Central
High School. Amelia will be attending University of Kentucky majoring in Agriculture Education. Morgynne Lunsford from Cynthiana is a graduate from Harrison County High School. Morgan will be attending the University of Kentucky majoring in Agriculture Education. The Kentucky Cattlemen’s would like to thank all the who applied for the Scholarship this year and to congratulate the 2021 Scholarship winners.
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C RY P TO S P O R I D I O S I S F R E Q U E N T LY AS K E D Q U E ST I O N S MICHELLE ARNOLD DVM-Ruminant Extension Veterinarian, University of Kentucky
What is “cryptosporidiosis”? Cryptosporidiosis, also known as “crypto”, is a disease primarily seen in 1-2 week old calves due to a protozoan parasite, Cryptosporidium parvum or C. parvum for short. In its “clinical” or visible form, calves typically have profuse, watery diarrhea that can lead to dehydration and death. It generally affects calves from newborns up to 6 weeks of age but older animals may shed the organism without showing symptoms. There are no effective treatments or vaccines available in the US. Cryptosporidiosis is “zoonotic”, meaning humans may acquire C. parvum from infected calves and develop watery diarrhea lasting up to 3 weeks. Healthy people with strong immune systems should recover but the infection can be life-threatening in immunocompromised individuals. How is the organism transmitted? Calves become infected by swallowing Cryptosporidium “oocysts” that have been passed in the feces of infected calves. These oocysts are similar to parasite “eggs”, that calves pick up either directly through contact with feces (for example, on manure-covered teats), or indirectly by ingestion of feces-contaminated feed or water. Very few oocysts are required to cause infection; in one study involving calves less than 24 hours old, only 17 oocysts were needed to cause diarrhea. Following ingestion (swallowing) of oocysts by the calf, the organism begins a very complex reproductive cycle within the cells that line the calf’s intestinal tract (see Figure 1 for a complete review of the life cycle). The conditions inside the gastrointestinal tract of low pH and body temperature trigger the oocyst to “excyst” (hatch) and four sporozoites are released (Figure 1A). C. parvum sporozoites invade the cells that line the small intestine (Figure 1B), and undergo 22
asexual (Figure 1D) then sexual (Figure 1F-I) reproduction phases to develop and release new oocysts. The release of new oocysts damages the lining of the gut, causing the diarrhea. The newly formed oocysts are of two different types: thin-walled oocysts (Figure 1K) that stay inside the gut and keep infecting healthy gut cells, or thick-walled oocysts (Figure 1J) which are passed in feces and are immediately infective for other calves. The ability to produce thinwalled oocysts which stay inside the calf and continue to infect cells in the small intestine is one of the reasons why the Cryptosporidium parasite is so successful. This self-infection means that the parasite can rapidly produce oocysts in a relatively short time. In contrast, the thick-walled oocysts are released in the environment through the feces and can survive for months in cool, moist climates and are resistant to most disinfectants. A neonatal calf can shed 30 billion oocysts over 1-2 weeks but it only takes 10-30 oocysts to cause a new infection in a calf. Livestock (cattle and sheep) and wildlife (deer) can share the same genotype of C. parvum so transmission can occur between livestock and wildlife. What does a calf with cryptosporidiosis look like? A calf with cryptosporidiosis will have diarrhea that varies from small amounts of watery feces up to profuse, watery diarrhea which is typically yellow or pale and sometimes contains mucus. Affected calves have little to no appetite, are lethargic, develop dehydration and sometimes death, especially when other pathogenic bacteria or viruses are present in the gut. Severity of the illness depends on the number of oocysts ingested (infective dose), the immune status of the calf (colostrum absorption), nutritional status of calf, virulence of parasite and occurrence of co-infections with other
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bacteria and/or viruses. The diarrhea is due to destruction of the small intestinal lining, causing impaired milk digestion and nutrient absorption. The diarrhea begins 3-4 days after ingestion of oocysts and lasts 1-2 weeks. Infected calves have reduced intestinal absorption until recovery which is, on average, at day 21 post-infection. Oocyst shedding (passing oocysts in the feces) starts as early as 4 days after infection depending on initial dose. Peak shedding is at 2 weeks of age if infected near time of birth. Naturally infected calves can shed large numbers (over a billion) oocysts each day which are immediately transmissible to susceptible calves and may remain viable for 18 months in the environment under the right conditions. There is a direct impact on the calf’s growth rate while infected and those calves with severe cases as newborns will have reduced weight gain for at least 6 months. A recent study found, on average, a calf with severe disease weighed 75 pounds less at 6 months of age compared to a calf with no clinical signs of cryptosporidiosis. How is the disease diagnosed? No color or volume of diarrhea is considered “characteristic” of cryptosporidiosis in calves. Diagnosis is confirmed by finding the microscopic oocysts in the feces from infected calves. “Shedding” (passing oocysts in feces) begins 4 days post-infection with peak intensity of oocyst shedding at 2 weeks and then steadily declines as the calf ages. The oocysts are extremely small, making it a challenge to find them by traditional flotation methods and a microscope. A modified acid-fast staining method is widely used to help detect C. parvum in feces but it requires at least 500,000 oocysts per gram of feces to confirm by microscope. There are rapid antigen (ELISA) test kits available commercially for accurate detection in fecal samples.
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Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) assays are frequently used in diagnostic labs and provide the only method to distinguish between the four common species found in cattle (C. parvum, C. bovis, C. ryanae and C. andersoni). Of those four species of Cryptosporidium in cattle, only C. parvum has been found to cause disease in young calves. The UK Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory has a PCR test to diagnose the most common causes of calf diarrhea. A small sample of scours (in a leakproof container) from a calf that has not been treated for diarrhea with antibiotics is needed to run the test. This PCR assay tests for bovine coronavirus, rotavirus, E. coli K99, Salmonella and Cryptosporidium parvum. Is there a treatment available? The disease is normally self-limiting in neonatal calves (under 3 weeks old) as long as 1) sufficient colostrum was absorbed in the first few hours of life, 2) the calves are kept warm and dry and given supportive fluid treatment if required, and 3) there are NO co-infections with other causes of calf diarrhea (Rotavirus, coronavirus, E. coli K99, Clostridium perfringens or Salmonella spp.). Calves with diarrhea may need fluids and electrolytes (oral and sometimes SQ or IV) to correct dehydration and metabolic acidosis. It is critical to continue to allow scouring calves to nurse in order to minimize loss of body weight and provide needed energy. No products are licensed in the US for treatment or prevention of cryptosporidiosis in livestock. Outside the US, there are two licensed drugs for prevention and treatment in calves, halofuginone lactate (Halocur®) and paromomycin. Halocur® is administered for 7 consecutive days and must be started within 48 hours of birth for prevention or must be started within 24 hours of onset of diarrhea for treatment purposes. This medication does not totally prevent or cure the disease but reduces oocyst shedding and duration of diarrhea. Paromomycin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic, has anti-protozoal properties and shows promise in controlling cryptosporidiosis in neonatal calves, lambs and goats. Several other treatments have been tested in livestock but none have worked consistently to reduce clinical signs. Of the natural/ alternative treatments studied, garlic offered a promising effect on prevention and treatment through immune system stimulation and strengthening of body defense mechanisms.
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Figure 2. Liebig’s barrel illustrates that yield can be no greater than that allowed by the most limiting of plant growth factors. Figure 1: Life cycle of Cryptosporidium species. From https://www.cdc.gov/dpdx/cryptosporidiosis/index.html Following ingestion by a suitable host, excystation (a) occurs. The sporozoites are released and parasitize the epithelial cells (b), (c) of the gastrointestinal tract. In these cells, usually within the brush border, the parasites undergo asexual multiplication (schizogony or merogony) (d), (e), (f), and then sexual multiplication (gametogony) producing microgamonts (male) (g) and macrogamonts (female)(h). Upon fertilization of the macrogamonts by the microgametes (i) that rupture from the microgamont, oocysts develop and sporulate in the infected host. Zygotes give rise to two different types of oocysts (thick-walled and thin-walled). Thick-walled oocysts are excreted from the host into the environment (j), whereas thin-walled oocysts are involved in the internal autoinfective cycle and are not recovered from stools (k). Oocysts are infectious upon excretion, thus enabling direct and immediate fecal-oral transmission. Currently no vaccines are available although studies are being conducted in pregnant cows vaccinated with recombinant C. parvum to produce antibodies against C. parvum that can be passed in colostrum. Results are promising in the laboratory but have not been tested in field conditions. Specific protection may be transmitted by vaccinated dams in their colostrum against viruses (Rotavirus, Coronavirus) and certain strains of E coli. Although there is no vaccine against cryptosporidiosis, after a calf recovers from infection, the calf is considered immune and will not be re-infected. Can cryptosporidiosis be prevented? Cryptosporidiosis is one of the most challenging diseases to control due to the environmentally stable oocysts, the low dose needed for infection, the high level of oocyst shedding by infected calves and the resistance of oocysts to many disinfectants. This disease often occurs COW COUNTRY •
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year after year on an infected farm. No vaccines are available and treatment is basically limited to rehydration therapy in the US. Sanitary measures and good management practices are the weapons used to minimize environmental buildup and to optimize the neonatal environment. Reduce environmental contamination through frequent removal of feces and contaminated bedding from calving areas; steam cleaning and disinfection of surfaces with hydrogen peroxide-based disinfectants followed by thorough drying can significantly reduce buildup. Oocysts are susceptible to extremes of temperature from -4⁰ F to 140⁰ F (-20⁰ to 60⁰ C) and drying. In beef cattle, infections are common if calving indoors in a barn. Calves born at the beginning of calving season may show mild or no symptoms. However, calving pens can build up oocysts and other pathogens quickly over the duration of the calving season. Calves born later in the calving season are exposed to higher numbers of pathogens (bacteria, viruses
and C. parvum oocysts), increasing the likelihood of diarrhea. Another common problem is feeding adult cattle on dirty feeding pads or in crowded conditions that result in manure being splashed on the udder and calves nursing dirty teats. Preventing calf scours should include a good scours vaccination program in the cow herd. Death loss may be very high, especially in newborn calves, if a rotavirus, coronavirus, or bacteria (E. coli K99, Clostridium perfringens Type C, Salmonella spp.) infects a calf at the same time as the parasite Cryptosporidium parvum. Controlling rotavirus, coronavirus, C. perfringens and E. coli with scours vaccines such as Guardian (Merck), Scourguard 4KC (Zoetis) and Scour Bos 9 (Elanco) administered to pregnant cows can significantly reduce sickness and death loss due to calf scours. Is cryptosporidiosis common in humans? Most human cases of cryptosporidiosis
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are caused by either C. parvum or the human adapted species C. hominis. Virtually all infections in calves 8 weeks of age and younger are caused by C. parvum and it is recognized as the major zoonotic species for animal to human transmission. The disease is commonly contracted by veterinary students, or may be acquired at petting zoos and farm visits by the public, when oocysts from contaminated feces are accidentally swallowed. It is also often transmitted through contaminated water supplies because the hardy oocyst is resistant to most disinfectants and their small size makes it difficult to eliminate with filtration from drinking water. Infection in immunocompetent people causes self-limiting diarrhea for up to 3 weeks but can be life-threatening in immunocompromised individuals. As always, your veterinarian is the best resource for diagnosis of all animalrelated medical conditions, treatment, and prevention recommendations.
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Ky. Rev. Stat. § 256.010 Current through 2021 Ky. Acts ch. 204
WHO IS LIABLE FOR ACCIDENTS C A U S E D BY E S C A P I N G C AT T L E ? CANDACE SMITH Steptoe & Johnson, PLLC
If you worry about what would happen if your cattle escaped from your property at night and caused a car wreck, you’re not alone. In fact, this is one of the greatest concerns for many Kentucky Cattlemen’s members. There’s good reason to be concerned. Unfortunately, the law in Kentucky is weighted against the cattle owner in such a situation. Kentucky law imposes what is called a “rebuttable presumption” of negligence against farmers, which means the law presumes that the farmer is liable for any personal injury caused by his or her escaped cattle. In other words, instead of presuming innocence until it’s proven you were negligent, the law works the other way in this limited situation. This makes it an uphill battle for farmers to prove they should not be held responsible for personal injuries caused by their cattle. The good news, however, is that on multiple occasions, farm owners have successfully rebutted the presumption of negligence. Kentucky courts are less likely to find farmers liable for personal injuries caused by their escaped cattle if the farmers can present evidence that the fences holding back the cattle were in good condition. For example, in Sparks v. Doe, a cow in the road caused a head on collision of two trucks. 379 S.W.2d 252 (Ky. App. 1964). Sparks, one of the drivers, was injured in the accident and sued Doe, the cow’s owner, for his injuries. Sparks presented evidence that Doe’s fence was in poor repair. To rebut the presumption of negligence, Doe introduced evidence that “the fence was adequate and in good order and that
all the gates had been closed the night before and were still closed immediately after the accident.” Id. at 255. The court ultimately found that this was sufficient evidence to rebut the presumption of Doe’s negligence and to send the case to the jury. The Kentucky Court of Appeals upheld the same rule a few years later in Oliver Trucking Co. v. Harris, 441 S.W.2d 775 (Ky. App. 1969). In that case, Harris, a cattle owner, was notified in the middle of the night that some of his cattle had escaped from their enclosure. Harris tried to gather his cows, but he was too late and a tractor-trailer truck collided on the highway with several of them. The trucking company that owned the vehicle involved in the accident sued Harris and offered evidence that Harris’s fence was rotten and that a reasonable inspection of the fence would have revealed the faults. In response, Harris presented evidence that he had climbed over the fence through which the cattle had escaped on many occasions and that the fence was in good condition. The trucking company also complained about Harris’ failure to find the cattle during the 45 minutes that elapsed between when he learned of their escape and when the accident occurred. Harris presented evidence of his efforts to collect the cows, including getting another person to help with the search. The Court of Appeals held Harris’ evidence was sufficient to rebut the presumption of negligence, the trucking company was not entitled to judgment as a matter of law, and it was proper to let the jury decide if Harris was at fault.
Together, these cases demonstrate the importance of farmers keeping their fences in good repair to protect themselves from liability. Each case is fact specific, but certain steps may help prevent cattle from escaping in the first place or protect farmers from liability if an accident does occur, such as: 1. Constructing a “lawful fence” (as defined in Kentucky statutes); 2. Routinely inspecting your fence; 3. Promptly correcting noticed during inspections;
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4. Making records of inspections and corrections with dates showing what corrections were completed and when; 5. Training employees to shut gates; 6. Promptly searching for cattle after learning they have escaped; 7. Promptly investigating after cattle get loose to determine how and where they escaped; 8. Generating documentation after cattle get loose, such as collecting statements from employees about who last saw the fence or locked the gate and taking photos of the area where the cattle escaped. Determining the best steps to prevent liability on the front end and deciding what evidence might be needed should your cattle cause personal injury can be difficult. An attorney can not only help you create a preventative plan for your specific operation, but also help you determine what evidence you need to rebut the presumption of negligence after an accident occurs.
These materials are public information and have been prepared solely for educational purposes. These materials reflect only the personal views of the authors and are not individualized legal advice. It is understood that each case is fact-specific, and that the appropriate solution in any case will vary. Therefore, these materials may or may not be relevant to any particular situation. Thus, the authors and Steptoe & Johnson PLLC cannot be bound either philosophically or as representatives of their various present and future clients to the comments expressed in these materials. The presentation of these materials does not establish any form of attorney-client relationship with the authors or Steptoe & Johnson PLLC. While every attempt was made to ensure that these materials are accurate, errors or omissions may be contained therein, for which any liability is disclaimed. 24
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Section 256.010 – Definitions (1) “Lawful fence” means: (a) A strong and sound fence, four (4) feet high, so close that cattle cannot creep through, made of rails, or plank, or wire and plank, or iron, or hedge, or stone or brick; or (b) A ditch three (3) feet deep and three (3) feet broad, with a hedge two (2) feet high or a rail, plank, stone, smooth or barbed wire or brick fence two and onehalf (2 1/2) feet high on the margin of the ditch, if the fence is so close that cattle cannot creep through; or (c) A well-constructed gate four (4) feet high so close that cattle cannot creep through, made of wood slats and wood framing or made of metal slats and framing either or both, forming a part of a fence otherwise lawful and entering upon a public road or highway or entering upon a private or public road or passway over the land of another adjacent owner; or (d) A cattle guard not less than eight (8) feet wide and not less than six (6) feet across with a pit not less than two (2) feet six (6) inches deep with iron pipes not less than two (2) nor more than six (6) inches in diameter, iron rails or wooden rails not less than two (2) nor more than four (4) inches across the surface exposed to traffic, and not less than five (5) inches apart, constituting a part of a fence otherwise lawful and entering upon a public road or highway or entering upon a private or public road or passway over the land of another adjacent landowner. Provided, however, the definition or description of a lawful fence or cattle guard in this paragraph (d) shall not apply to the term “cattle guard” as used in KRS 256.150. (2) As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise, “railroad” means the person who owns a right-ofway and owns or controls a railroad in this state that has been in operation for five (5) years. (3) As used in this chapter, unless the context requires otherwise, “livestock” means cattle, sheep, swine, goats, horses, alpacas, llamas, buffaloes, or any other animals of the bovine, ovine, porcine, caprine, equine, or camelid species. KRS 256.010 Amended by 2017 Ky. Acts ch. 129,§ 22, eff. 6/29/2017.Amended 1944 Ky. Acts ch. 70, sec. 1. -- Recodified 1942 Ky. Acts ch. 208, sec. 1, effective October 1, 1942, from Ky. Stat. sec. 1780.
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PREMIER CATTLE INDUSTRY EDUCATION EXPERIENCE HEADING TO TENNESSEE CENTENNIAL, Colo. (May 5, 2021) – Tune in to Tennessee for the 28th annual Cattlemen’s College, Aug. 9-10, which kicks off the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show in Nashville, Tenn. Cattlemen’s College, sponsored by Zoetis, brings thoughtprovoking, stimulating sessions that can help generate better returns for operations. “We’ve designed Cattlemen’s College with the producer in mind and have created the best education experience available based on past attendee feedback,” said Josh White, executive director of producer education & sustainability with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. “Our goal is to offer a variety of topics and feature the best speakers,
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providing great value for producers.” The event includes two days of learning, idea sharing and networking. In addition to Monday’s “producer’s choice” sessions which provide a preview of Tuesday’s educational experience, risk management is the headlining topic. Sessions will focus on the basics of business risk and tools and resources available for producers as well as a deep dive into Livestock Risk Protection and diversification. The Zoetis Demonstration Arena features a live animal genomics demonstration where tradition collides with innovation and genetic insights are envisioned to help better inform decisions to enhance production efficiency throughout the beef supply chain. Monday concludes
with an evening reception offering an opportunity for everyone to gather with friends and reconnect. This year’s event features cutting-edge topics and top industry leaders such as Tuesday’s keynote speaker, Dr. Jayson Lusk from Purdue University who will discuss industry impacts from COVID-19 and keeping beef at the center of the plate. There will be 18 sessions and six educational tracks to choose from including making better decisions for better outcomes, cattle breeding & selection, maintaining a healthy herd, practical nutrition, sustainability and hot topics such as preparing for activist threats. More than 1,000 people attend this popular event each year, but for those not
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attending the Cattle Industry Convention in person, a new virtual option of Cattlemen’s College will be available for 2021, combining selected live sessions and recordings for participants to view at home. Whether participating in person or experiencing the event virtually, all sessions will be recorded and available for registered attendees to watch at any time in the future. Registration begins June 1, 2021. Look for the Education Package, which offers the best value. For more information, visit https://convention.ncba.org/. “Make plans to arrive early in Tennessee and kick off your convention experience with Cattlemen’s College, we can’t wait to see you there,” said White.
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ECONOMIC VIABILITY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY ARE PART OF SUSTAINABILITY TOO Clay Burtrum, Chair of the Federation of State Beef Councils Sustainability is certainly a hot topic these days, and most discussions revolve around environmental stewardship, but there are other aspects of sustainability to consider including economic viability and social responsibility. True sustainability is a balance of these three different but intersecting pillars, and farmers and ranchers are dedicated to producing beef in a way that prioritizes all three. Although we are hearing more about sustainability through the media and from consumers, it is not a new concept, as we have been conserving natural resources, contributing to the economy and engaging with our communities for generations. Simply put, cattle are raised sustainably in the U.S. and generate more protein for the human food supply than would exist without them.1 Additionally, the beef industry is an integral part of local communities and the national economy. Environmental sustainability encompasses biodiversity, carbon and water footprints, wildlife habitat, soil and rangeland health and the ability of cattle to utilize human inedible feeds. Cattle expand the land available for human food production and do so while enhancing
natural ecosystems. This is due to their ability to upcycle human-inedible plants into high-quality protein.2 In fact, the U.S. has had the lowest beef greenhouse gas emissions intensity in the world since 1996,3 and according to the Environmental Protection Agency, greenhouse gas from beef cattle only represents 2% of emissions in the U.S.4 I have talked with producers across the country about their stewardship efforts including incorporating rotational grazing systems, developing manure management plans, utilizing solar power for remote well pumps, implementing buffers to protect waterways, providing habitat for wildlife and pollinators and countless other innovative ways they are protecting land and water while also caring for animals. Producers make decisions on a daily basis that positively impact the environment now and preserve the land and water for the future, with a goal of leaving the land better than when they started. Economic sustainability includes improving rural economies and livelihoods, maintaining the affordability of beef to consumers, and embracing profitability - allowing farmers and ranchers to continue producing high-
quality beef. As our global population grows and demand for beef increases worldwide, the economic viability of our industry is critical to maintaining a sustainable food system. Annually, the beef industry contributes $167 billion in gross sales to the national economy and more than 721,000 jobs and $10.8 billion in employee compensation are supported by beef production.5 Social sustainability includes animal welfare, antibiotic and technology use, community engagement, recreational value and tourism and the culture and traditions of beef producers as farms and ranches are passed from one generation to the next. Producers are active citizens who are the cornerstone of rural America, contributing time and talents to communities by serving on school boards, volunteering at organizations and running for local elected offices. According to the 2017 Cattlemen’s Stewardship review, 78% of ranchers plan to invest in their community by passing their operation on to future generations.6 The Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program, funded by the Beef Checkoff, also impacts social sustainability by training farmers and ranchers on
best practices and cattle management techniques to ensure their animals and the environment are cared for within a standard set of guidelines across the U.S. beef industry. With more than 85% of the beef supply in the U.S. today coming from a BQA certified farmer or rancher, consumers can feel good knowing there is a national program in place that sets consistent animal welfare and care standards. The three pillars of sustainability are often described as legs of a stool and if any one of them are missing, the stool will fall. Environment, economy and community work together to support a sustainable food system, and beef farmers and ranchers play a vital role in making sure all three remain healthy. Despite what you may hear through the media, remember that our industry is not the cause of climate change, but the solution for a brighter and cleaner future. You can feel confident knowing that through your daily efforts of effectively managing the land and cattle, the U.S. produces the most sustainable beef in the world and will continue to do so for generations to come.
1 National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2016. Nutrient Requirements of Beef Cattle: Eighth Revised Edition. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/19014 2 Davies, KW, et al. Winter grazing can reduce wildfire size, intensity and behaviour in a shrub-grassland. International Journal of Wildland Fire 25(2) 191-199 https://doi.org/10.1071/WF15055 Submitted: 27 February 2015 Accepted: 16 May 2015 Published: 11 August 2015. 3 Climate Watch Data. Agriculture. Found on https://www.climatewatchdata.org/sectors/agriculture?emissionType=136&emissionsCountry=EUU&filter=#drivers-of-emissions; FAO-STAT. Emissions intensities. Found on http://www.fao.org/faostat/en/#data/EI 4 EPA. 2019. Inventory of U. S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2017. U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, Washington, D. C. 5 English, L., J. Popp, G. Alward, and G. Thoma. 2020. Economic contributions of the U.S. beef industry. Forthcoming. 6 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. 2017. 2017 Cattlemen’s Stewardship Review. Found on https://www.beefboard.org/2018/05/14/2017-cattlemens-stewardship-review/. 26
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CATTLE DO MORE THAN RECYCLE
They upcycle by eating human-inedible plants and converting them into high-quality protein that sustains people.1,2
The adoption of a grazing management plan can boost farm and ranch sustainability by increasing forage production and adding to the bottom line. Wholesome beef for people. Land that’s nourished for future generations. Learn more: 1.
Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST). 1999. Animal Agriculture and Global Food Supply. Task force report N. 135 July 1999, Department of Animal Science, University of California, Davis, CA, USA. Available at: http://agrienvarchive.ca/bioenergy/download/anag.pdf 2. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 2016. Nutrient Requirements of Beef Cattle: Eighth Revised Edition. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/19014
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RECORD-BREAKING PERFORMANCE FOR U.S. BEEF AND PORK EXPORTS IN MARCH U.S. red meat exports ended the first quarter on a very high note, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), with March beef and pork exports each posting the highest monthly value on record. Pork exports and shipments of beef muscle cuts also set new volume records in March. Beef exports totaled 124,808 metric tons (mt) in March, up 8% from a year ago and the second largest of the post-BSE era. Export value broke the $800 million mark for the first time at $801.9 million, up 14% year-over-year. Beef muscle cut exports set new monthly records for both volume (98,986 mt, up 13% from a year ago) and value ($718.3 million, up 17%). For the first quarter, beef exports pulled even with last year’s pace at 333,348 mt, valued at $2.12 billion. For beef muscle cuts, first quarter exports increased 4% to 262,914 mt, valued at $1.9 billion (up
5%). March highlights for U.S. beef included record exports to China, Honduras and the Philippines and strong results in South Korea, Chile and Colombia. March pork exports were record-large at 294,724 mt, up 1% from last year’s strong total, and set a new value record at $794.9 million (up 4%). Pork muscle cuts also set new monthly records for both volume (247,660 mt, up 2% from a year ago) and value $689.2 million (up 4%). For the first quarter, pork exports were 7% below last year’s pace in both volume (782,620 mt) and value ($2.07 billion). Pork muscle cuts followed a similar trend at 659,420 mt (down 7%), valued at $1.79 billion (down 8%). March pork exports were led by strong performances in Japan, Mexico, the Philippines and Central America, including new records in Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, El Salvador and
Nicaragua. Exports were also recordlarge to the Dominican Republic for the second consecutive month. “It’s very gratifying to see such an outstanding breakout month for U.S. beef and pork exports,” said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. “Exports were off to a respectable start in 2021, considering the logistical and labor challenges the industry is facing and ongoing restrictions on the foodservice sector in many key markets. While these obstacles are not totally behind us, the March results show the situation is improving and the export totals better reflect the strong level of global demand for U.S. red meat.” While muscle cuts certainly drove March export growth, Halstrom was also encouraged by a rebound in shipments of beef and pork variety meat. “The tight labor situation at the plant level has been especially hard on variety
meat volumes,” Halstrom said. “But March variety meat exports matched last year’s performance for pork and were the largest of 2021 on the beef side. It’s important that the capture rate for variety meat continues to improve, as this is a critical component of the export product mix.” March exports of U.S. lamb were up 54% from a year ago to 1,089 mt, valued at $1.5 million (up 22%). For the first quarter, export volume increased 64% from a year ago to 3,268 mt, but value was down 4% at $4.3 million. Lamb variety meat exports were led by strong demand in Mexico, while lamb muscle cuts increased to the Dominican Republic, Bermuda and Canada. A detailed summary of first quarter red meat export results, including marketspecific highlights, is available from the USMEF website.
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MEMBERSHIP DIVISION 3 (UP TO 75 MEMBERS)
11,000 GOAL
9,810
2021
2020
Difference
Purchase Area
77
75
2
Out of State
66
59
7
Clinton-Cumberland
65
67
-2
Pendleton
64
66
-2
Grant
64
69
-5
Campbell
64
74
-10
Woodford
62
58
4
Taylor
60
67
-7
Nelson
58
64
-6
Robertson
56
56
0
Mason
56
56
0
Oldham
55
55
0
Whitley
52
54
-2
Lewis
52
54
-2
Ohio
52
55
-3
Rockcastle
51
59
-8
DIVISION 2 (76-150 MEMBERS)
2021
2020
Difference
-66
Henry
144
148
-4
338
-12
Monroe
132
149
-17
Todd
47
51
-4
306
315
-9
Edmonson
126
92
34
Hancock
44
49
-5
Breckinridge
275
336
-61
Pulaski
121
132
-11
Wayne
43
49
-6
Marion
273
295
-22
41
50
-9
Bath
267
302
-35
Lincoln
254
239
15
Madison
253
272
-19
Christian
250
225
Grayson
246
Logan
DIVISION 1 (151+ MEMBERS)
2021
2020
Difference
Barren
459
525
Shelby
326
Adair
Daviess
121
135
-14
Montgomery
Fleming
117
99
18
Highlands
40
39
1
Nicholas
38
38
0
Union
36
66
-30
Simpson
35
46
-11
Carroll
34
45
-11
Estill
33
40
-7
Franklin
116
134
-18
25
Caldwell/Lyon
108
98
10
281
-35
Allen
106
146
-40
207
213
-6
Northeast Area
104
88
16
Hart
195
228
-33
Trimble
100
114
-14
Bracken
176
179
-3
Calloway
32
30
2
Metcalfe
98
142
-44
Clark
173
224
-51
Bullitt
28
26
2
Meade
171
172
-1
Scott
95
117
-22
Knox
28
45
-17
Hardin
170
187
-17
Boyle
92
91
1
McLean
27
26
1
Jackson
91
93
-2
Butler
27
33
-6
89
106
-17
Clay
26
33
-7
McCreary
26
38
-12
Hopkins
25
29
-4
Crittenden
23
23
0
Livingston
22
27
-5
Menifee
17
20
-3
Washington
170
201
-31
Mercer
158
156
2
Garrard
Harrison
158
160
-2
Bourbon
87
84
3
Green
156
158
-2
Trigg
87
90
-3
Northern Kentucky
151
159
-8
Louisville Area
85
91
-6
Warren
147
165
-18
Mountain
83
93
-10
Casey
140
194
-54
Anderson
81
113
-32
Laurel
138
156
-18
Magoffin
10
8
2
Twin Lakes
80
79
1
Henderson
10
13
-3
Muhlenberg
77
81
-4
Powell
8
8
0
Russell
74
77
-3
Eastern Foothills
7
5
2
Webster
74
86
-12
Gallatin
7
8
-1
Fayette
74
87
-13
Pike
6
3
3
-4
River Hills
6
7
-1
Harlan
2
1
1
Bell
1
3
-2
Larue
137
166
-29
Jessamine
135
203
-68
2021
Totals as of: May 15, 2021
9,810
2020
10,738
Difference
-928
Owen
73
77
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Allen ................................$40 Anderson ........................$25 Bourbon ..........................$20 Boyle ...............................$35 Bullitt ...............................$20 Butler ..............................$25 Franklin ...........................$25 Highlands .......................$20 (Boyd, Floyd, Johnson, Lawrence, & Martin)
Hopkins ...........................$35 Laurel ..............................$35 Lincoln ............................$25 Louisville Area ................$20 (Jefferson, & Spencer) Magoffin ..........................$20 Menifee ...........................$25
Mountain........................$25 (Breathitt, Knott, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Morgan, Owsley, Perry & Wolfe) Oldham ...........................$35 Taylor ..............................$20 Twin Lakes ......................$25 Warren ............................$40 Wayne .............................$25 Whitley ............................$25 Woodford ........................$25
IF YOU WOULD ALSO LIKE TO JOIN THE NATIONAL CATTLEMEN’S BEEF ASSOCIATION The NCBA is now a State Marketing Partner with the KCA. You can pay your dues to both organizations with one check, at the same time.
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1,751-2,000
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751-1000
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KENTUCKY BEEF COUNCIL NIKI ELLIS Director of Education
Most everyone reading this article probably doesn’t need a ton of help in the grilling department but you know who does? Your friends at the t-ball game, peers in your bible study or your neighbor that you’ve watched struggle to fight the flames on their grill during the 4th of July cookout. Do me a favor, would you? If you don’t need a great how to guide on grilling, get a pair of scissors and cut this out. That’s right, take pages out of your favorite monthly publication. I want to challenge you to share this information with someone who will use it. Clip this out and mail it to an old friend, hang it on the church bulletin board or share these tips on your Facebook. Being a producer of beef you want everyone who consumes it to have a positive eating experience. So let’s help out our consumers by giving them simple tips and tricks to kick off grilling season.
Grilling Goodness
Let’s start with the grill itself and be honest, did you really clean it before you covered it up for winter? If you’re like me, that’s a big NO. There are a few ways you can do this: 1: Warm up your grill. Balling a piece of aluminum foil, hold it with a pair of tongs and simply scrape along the grill top. This works for traditional grills. 2: Have an onion on hand? Slice it in half and use as you would the aluminum foil. Once you have a clean grill, it’s time to add beef. Keep your raw product separate from your cooked product to avoid cross contamination. Meaning don’t put your cooked beef on a plate/surface that was holding your raw product. Make sure you have the proper cooking tools, tongs or spatulas are perfect. If you know any Beef Council staff, you know the phrase “Don’t play with your patties”. Meaning the fewer times you flip your dish while cooking the more likely you will be to get an even cook on both sides. This goes for those of us who will also press those steaks or burgers to get that extra sizzle. I know you love the sound but when you do that you’re losing fat flavor and possibly causing your flame to flare up giving you an uneven doneness.
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to pull your steaks or burgers off the grill, what do you need? A meat thermometer! Degree of doneness is a preference but
Sizzling Steak and Potato Salad Total Recipe Time: 40 minutes Makes: 4 servings 2 beef Sirloin Tip Center Steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 8 ounces each) 1 cup reduced-fat salad dressing or vinaigrette (such as non-creamy Caesar dressing, balsamic or red wine vinaigrette), divided 2 large russet or baking potatoes, cut lengthwise into eighths 2 medium zucchini and/or yellow summer squash, cut lengthwise in half 6 cups chopped Romaine lettuce 1. Place beef steaks and ¼ cup dressing in food-safe plastic bag; turn steaks to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to 2 hours. 2. Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks on grill over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange potatoes and squash around steaks. Grill beef, covered, 11 to 13 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 13 to 15 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) doneness, turning occassionally. (Do not overcook steak.) Grill potatoes 13 to 15 minutes (gas grill times remain the same) and squash 7 to 10 minutes (gas grill times remain the same) or until vegetables are tender and lightly browned, turning occasionally and brushing with 2 tablespoons dressing. 3. Carve steak into thin slices; season with salt, as desired. Cut potatoes and squash into 1-inch pieces. Combine lettuce and vegetables in large bowl. Combine lettuce mixture with remaining dressing; toss evenly to coat. Divide lettuce mixture evenly among four plates. Top with steak slices.
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1 pound beef Top Round Steak, cut 1-inch thick Marinade ⅓ cup red wine vinaigrette ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves Vegetables 2 medium red onions, each cut into 8 wedges 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed 4 tablespoons red wine vinaigrette, divided
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1. Combine marinade ingredients in food-safe plastic bag. Place beef steak in marinade; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally. 2. Remove steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place steak on grill over medium, ash-covered coals; arrange onions and asparagus around steak. Grill steak, covered, 12 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 16 to 19 minutes) for medium rare (145°F) turning occasionally. Do not overcook. Grill onion wedges, covered, 15 to 20 minutes, turning occasionally (Gas grilling times remain the same.) Grill asparagus, covered, 6 to 10 minutes (8 to 12 minutes on gas grill) or until crisp-tender, turning occasionally. Cook's Tip: You may skewer the steak and onions for an elegant presentation. Cut steak into 1½-inch pieces. Alternately thread beef and onion wedges onto ten 10-inch metal skewers. Grill as directed in step 2. 3. Toss onions and asparagus with 3 tablespoons vinaigrette. Carve steak across the grain into thin slices. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Drizzle steak with remaining 1 tablespoon vinaigrette. Serve steak with vegetables.
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also a safety precaution. To ensure your d wine vinaigrette beef leaves is cooked properly you want to on dried basil make sure you use a meat thermometer es to ensure your are at least 145F m red onions, each cut intosteaks 8 wedges and burgers are 160F. Another trick fresh asparagus, trimmed many people know is you want poons red that winenot vinaigrette, divided to pull them off the grill about 5 degrees below your target temperature e marinade ingredients in food-safe plasticbecause bag. will continue cooking eef steak they in marinade; turn steak to coat.once Closeyou them in offrefrigerator the grill. The interior heat urely andpull marinate 6 hours or as continue to cook that product while overnight,will turning occasionally. steak from marinade; discard marinade. Place it rests on the counter. You can cook n grill overthem medium, ash-covered arrangebut to a higher degreecoals; of doneness and asparagus steak. Grill steak, covered, thesearound temperatures ensure safety and a minutes (over medium heat on preheated gasyou pleasant eating experience. While to 19 minutes) forbeef medium rare5 (145°F) turningthat let that rest for – 15 minutes nally. Do gives not overcook. onion wedges, the juicesGrill time to redistribute, so d, 15 to 20when minutes, (Gas not you turning cut intooccasionally your steak you’re imes remain the same.) Grillmoisture asparagus, covered, losing all of the giving you a minutes (8more to 12flavorful minutesdish. on gas grill) or until nder, turning occasionally. Now that you have your basic beef on p: You may skewer the steak and onions for the grill knowledge down, you can add t presentation. Cut steak into 1½-inch pieces. other sides to the grill like vegetables y thread beef and onion wedges onto ten 10-inch or fruits. I did say fruits, throw a piece wers. Grill as directed in step 2. of watermelon on the grill, you’ll thank ions and asparagus with 3 tablespoons me later. That’s an entire meal with tte. Carve steak across the grain into thin slices. very little cleanup which is a win for with salt and pepper, as desired. Drizzle steak most. Enjoy your time on the grill, I maining 1 tablespoon vinaigrette. Serve steak feel like our window for optimal grilling getables. season is never long enough. If you need inspiration I encourage you to check out www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com or www.kybeef.com.
pound Ground Beef (93% lean or leaner) ounces deli Corned Beef, coarsely chopped slices Swiss cheese tablespoons yellow mustard ounces dill pickle slices slices rye bread, toasted
1. Combine Ground Beef and Corned Beef, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into six ½-inch thick patties. 2. Place patties on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 10 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 7 to 9 minutes) until instantread thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160°F, turning occasionally. Evenly top with cheese during last minute of grilling. About 4 minutes before burgers are done, place bread on grid; grill until lightly toasted, turning once. Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef doneness. 3. Spread mustard over each slice of rye bread and cut in half. Place burger on one side of bread; top with pickles. Close sandwiches. Cook's Tip: Reduced-fat Swiss cheese may be substituted in this recipe. Russian dressing may be substituted for mustard.
tablespoons chopped fresh thyme tablespoons minced garlic tablespoon freshly grated lemon peel tablespoon olive oil teaspoons freshly ground black pepper teaspoon salt
1. Combine all ingredients in small bowl; press evenly onto beef steak(s). 2. Grill steaks and cook according to chart. Cook to medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness.
Rub Quick Tips
Steak rubs and roast beef rubs are seasoning blends applied to the surface of beef like roasts, steaks and burgers. These quick mixtures add flavor to beef, but do not tenderize. ● Dry rubs consist of herbs, spices and other dry seasonings. ● Paste-type rubs, which are perfect for roasts, contain small amounts of wet ingredients, such as oil, crushed garlic or mustard. ● Rubs can be applied just before cooking or up to 2 hours in advance and refrigerated until cooking time. ● Simply combine the ingredients and apply evenly to all surfaces. Cook beef to desired doneness.
Visit our Rubs page on BeefItsWhatsForDinner.com for more information.
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HELP SECURE THE KENTUCKY BEEF SUPPLY Alex Hagan, Deputy State Veterinarian, KDA The Kentucky Department of Agriculture’s Office of State Veterinarian (OSV) needs your help. The OSV mission is to protect and promote animal agriculture and the investments farm families have made into their herds. For beef cattle farm families, that means working together to protect the health of your cattle. This year, efforts are focused on equipping you with the information needed to prepare for a potential Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) event, so that we can work together to ensure prompt identification, control and eradication of such a disease. In any potential outbreak, KDA’s top priority is to support producers
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in resuming animal production and commerce. With those thoughts in mind, KDA needs your help in developing a Secure Beef Supply (SBS) plan for Kentucky. This plan will include a biosecurity template that can be used as guidance for your farm, should a FAD outbreak occur in the future. As it currently stands, during a FAD event in Kentucky, the KDA would have to order a state wide stop movement of all affected animal species. An OSV approved biosecurity plan would allow Kentucky producers to begin permitted movement of animals and product from uninfected premises, reducing disruption to your business.
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There are national guidance plans available, but they do not suit the specific needs of Kentucky farm families. Therefore, the Kentucky Department of Agriculture has designed a survey to gather information that will ensure the development of a Kentucky-specific Secure Beef Supply plan which meets the needs of Kentucky farmers. Survey information about current management and biosecurity practices of Kentucky producers will be for the sole purpose of developing Kentucky’s Secure Beef Supply plan and providing outreach and education.
Please remember that this is an anonymous survey; you will not be identified or associated with your answers. For more information on Kentucky’s Secure Beef Supply efforts please visit h ttps://www. k ya gr. com/sta te v et/ emergency-programs.html and to participate in the survey visit https:// www.surveymonkey.com/r/PY8XSXD If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by e-mail at alex.hagan@ ky.gov or by phone at 502-782-5921. Your time and assistance with our efforts is greatly appreciated.
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Spring time is hectic at the farm, and this year’s mild weather has allowed us to be productive. With the help of some fertilizer and sunshine we were able to turn the heifers out on the paddocks a little early this year. There are 32 replacement heifers that will graze through the paddocks as part of a two year study conducted by USDA-ARS. I will go into more detail on this project next month. Back in April we had our vet (Dr. Matt Parker) to the farm to pelvic measure our replacement heifers as well as perform a Breeding Soundness Exam on our cleanup bulls. All the bulls passed the BSE and only two heifers failed the pelvic measurement. While coming through the chute all the heifers got their
pre-breeding shots, deworming, and fly tagging. The cows followed several weeks later for the same pre-breeding regimen of shots, deworming and fly tagging. It seems as though the month of May is spent entirely at the working facilities. Two different groups (the replacement heifers and the cows) will each have to come through the chute three times to set up and execute the AI protocol. The heifers will get bred on May 21st and the cows will get bred on May 28th. Approximately 10 days after the AI breeding, the cleanup bulls will get turned in for 60 days. As always, we hope that it doesn’t get too hot until we get the AI work completed, as heat can have a negative effect on conception rate. In preparation for all this cow working,
I gathered up some materials around the farm and built a working table next to the chute. There used to be an old feed bin in this location, but it was harboring racoons and wasn’t ideal for working off of. I do believe that his will work much better. And yes, I do know that it is not level. I fastened the table to the existing 2x4 on the back wall instead of setting another post. You can call me lazy, but the way I see, now the coon crap will roll off the table and into the trash barrel at
the end. Yet another efficient design at Eden Shale Farm! In the past month we have also switched out the two Case IH tractors. The old ones had hit the 230 hour mark, so H&R Agri Power prepped and delivered two brand new ones. These units have proven to be capable and reliable tractors. I would recommend the Case IH Farmall 110C tractor to anyone looking for an excellent all purpose addition for the farm.
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MOCKINGBIRD HILL FARMS
Clayton & Debbie Cash 1214 Ottawa School Road Brodhead, KY 40409 (606)-308-3247 • (606)-758-8994
Registered Gelbvieh Cattle Shane Wells 10172 Provo Rd. Rochester, KY H: 270-934-2198 C: 270-791-8196 swells@logantele.com
Gelbvieh-Balancer Bulls & Heifers For Sale by Private Treaty
Mail to: 690 Lick Branch Road, Glasgow, Kentucky 42141
(WATCH FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION IN FUTURE ISSUES)
FALL 2021 GELBVIEH FIELD DAY NOVEMBER 2021 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL LIVESTOCK EXPO LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
American Gelbvieh Association 303-465-2333 | www.gelbvieh.org JOIN KENTUCKY GELBVIEH ASSOCIATION
UPCOMING EVENTS AUGUST 2021 KENTUCKY STATE FAIR GELBVIEH/BALANCER SHOW LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY
Meeting modern industry demands: • Added Fertility • Increased Efficiency • More pounds of calf weaned
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PLEASANT MEADOWS FARM
Gary & Pat Tilghman Carrie & Daryl Derossett Family 690 Lick Branch Road Glasgow, KY 42141 270.646.7024 • pleasantmeadowsfarm@hotmail.com
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1024 Hinkle Lane • Shelbyville, KY (502) 633-1634, home • (502) 633-5100, work (502) 655-0164, cell
1240 Dogwood Kelly Road Hopkinsville, KY 42240 Home: (270) 885-4352 Cell: (270) 839-2442 rstallons@bellsouth.net
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HIGHVIEW FARMS 827 West Main Street Campbellsville, Kentucky 42718 DVM T H E B U S I Ben N ET.SCox S B REED (270) 469-5517 BOYD BEEF CATTLE Registered Angus Cattle 6077 Helena Road Mayslick, KY 41055 HILL VIEW FARMS Charlie Boyd II: (606) 584-5194 • Blake Boyd: (606) 375-3718 www.boydbeef.com • cboyd2@maysvilleky.net Jimmy Gilles
HILL VIEW FARMS Jimmy Gilles 5160 Lee Rudy Road Owensboro, KY 42301 (270) 686-8876 (270) 929-537
BRANCH VIEW ANGUS Owensboro, 927 Old Liberty Pike • Hustonville, KY 40437 KY 42301 (859) 238-0771 • www.branchviewangus.com (270) 686-8876 James S. & LuAnn Coffey, Donald & Donna Coffey 929-537 Annual Production Sale- 2nd(270) Saturday in April
JOHNSON FARMS ANGUS Angus Bulls & Females Slaughters, KY Keith: (270) 635-0723 Reese: (270) 635-1137
BURKS CATTLE CO.
LYNN CREEK FARMS Kris and Sara Lynn 2184 Bardstown Rd Springfield KY 40069 573-721-6663
5160 Lee Rudy Road
JOHNSON FARMS ANGUS Park City, KY 42160 Eddie Burks • (270) 991-6398Angus Bulls & Females www.burkscattle.com Slaughters, KY BURTON & SONS ANGUS Keith: (270) 635-0723 Joe D. or Karen Burton • Bryan Carman, Partner, Ridgeview Angus Reese: (270) 635-1137 480 Hominy Hill Rd. Nancy, KY 42544
531 Rick Rd. Ridgeview Angus
only what we would Joe: (606) buy. 305-3081 • Bryan: (606) 875-3453
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SHAW FAMILY ANGUS President: Jason Crowe Jim & Cathy Shaw Vice President: Henry B Smith 935 Miller Road • Hodgenville, KY 42748 Secretary/Treasurer: Anne DeMott (270) 769-8260 www.shawfamilyangus.com RAGS ANGUS FARMsince 1975 Quality Registered Angus Cattle
Located 15 miles West of Somerset klburton01@windstream.net
LEGACY FARMS
Bulls & females sold private treaty. Inquiries Welcome. Sell only what we would buy.
Richard and Glenda Stallons 1240 Dogwood Kelly Road Hopkinsville, KY 42240 Home: (270) 885-4352 Cell: (270) 839-2442 rstallons@bellsouth.net SMITHLAND ANGUS FARM SHAW FAMILY ANGUS KY 42642 5202 East Hwy 80, Russell Springs, & Cathy Shaw(270) 866-3898 Charles “Bud” &Jim Pam Smith: 935 Miller Road • Hodgenville, KY 42748 Henry & Melissa(270) Smith: (270) 866-2311 769-8260
www.shawfamilyangus.com Quality Registered Angus Cattle since 1975
SMITHLAND ANGUS FARM ST. CLAIR FARMS REGISTERED ANGUS East Hwy 80, Russell Springs, KY 42642 Eric & Sherry St.5202 Clair Charles “Bud” & Pam Smith: (270) 866-3898 13433 Falls of Rough Road • Falls Rough, Henry & Melissa Smith: of (270) 866-2311KY 40119 Home: (270) 257-2965 • Cell: (270) 617-1079 ST. CLAIR FARMS REGISTERED ANGUS www.stclairangus.com Eric & Sherry St. Clair Performance Tested &Rough Female 2016 13433Bull Falls of RoadSale • FallsApril of Rough, KY 40119
MT. MORIAH ANGUS FARMS Bob, Kathy, and Rob Clark (859) 748-5558 1446 Kennedy Bridge Rd. Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Bob: (859)339-2610 • Rob: (859)612-1594 mtmoriahfarms1@gmail.com www.mtmoriahangus.com
Home: (270) 257-2965 • Cell: (270) 617-1079 www.stclairangus.com Performance Tested Bull & Female Sale April 2020
TAMME VALLEY FARM
COFFEY ANGUS FARMS Daniel and Lindsey Reynolds 661 Hopewell Road 1709 South Jackson Highway Liberty, KY 42539 Matt Coffey: (270) 799-6288 Hardyville, KY 42746 Dewey Coffey: (606) 787-2620 (270) 528-6275/(270) 528-6120 Genetics for Maximum Profitability since 1984
FOUR KINGS ANGUS TAMME VALLEY FARM Jacob Tamme, Owner-Operator 250 Bright Leaf Dr. • Harrodsburg, KY 40330 Jacob Tamme, Owner-Operator (859) 583-7134 (859) 583-7134 Cary & Kim King Carymking@yahoo.com • fourkingsangus.com jacob.tamme@gmail.com jacob.tamme@gmail.com Cary Cell: (859) 613-3734 • Colby Myers - Purebred Manager www.tammevalley.com & Find us on Facebook!
JASON & KATIE CROWE ELI HASKELL 10825 Red Lick Road Irvine, KY 40336 859 582 0761
OLD BARK FARM 370 Ferrill Hill, Buffalo, KY 42716 Kenley Conner 270/358-8057 Registered Angus Cattle
www.legacyfarmsangus.com
www.tammevalley.com & Find us on Facebook!
MILLERS RUN FARM William N. Offutt IV 3790 Paris Road Georgetown, KY 40324 DAVIS BEND FARMS PLEASANT HILL FARMS (859) 533-2020 • millersrunfarm@aol.com Gil, Mary, Corbin, Caroline, and Catherine Cowles 2315 Davis Bend Road www.millersrunfarm.com 500 Rockfield Richpond Road Canmer, KY 42722 Rockfield, KY 42274 timmothyljeffries@gmail.comHeifers for sale www.davisbendfarms.com Tim: (270) 528-6605 • Leslie: (270) 528-6435 FALL CREEK ANGUS 448 Corder Farm Road Monticello, KY 42633 Ronnie Corder (606) 348-6588
MUD RIVER ANGUS 10 Oak Hill Drive Russellville, KY 42276 Wayne Johnson: (270) 303-6354 Gary Johnson: (270) 498-7208
GREAT MEADOWS ANGUS ASSOCIATION 39th Annual Spring Sale • April 24, 2021 www.greatmeadowsangus.com FOUR KINGS ANGUS Paul Bradshaw (502) 817-7502 250 Bright Leaf Dr. • Harrodsburg,
TRIPLE D ANGUS Nathaniel & Darla Denham TWIN CREEK FARM Nathaniel(Bub), Sarah, Ashley Denham 423-2457 • (606)Gibson 875-0780 Shawn, Melissa, (606) Devin & Dylan tripledangus.com
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f a (270) 843-9021 • Fax (270) 843-9005 Located 7 miles west of Bowling Green, 1/2 mile off Hwy 68/80
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FARM KENTUCKYWHITE ANGUS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION Tim and Amy White NAME
3664 Military Pike • Lexington, KY 40513 Home: (859)223-0326 Tim: (859) 509-5401 • Amy (859)227-2552 whitefarm4@twc.com
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KY 40330FARM NAME Cary & Kim King HAINES ANGUS FARMS Carymking@yahoo.com • fourkingsangus.com 5294 Park City- Glasgow Rd. ADDRESS Cary Cell: (859) 613-3734 • Colby Myers - Purebred Manager Park City, KY 42160
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Kenneth Haines, Jr.: (270) 749-8862
HAMILTON ANGUS FARMS Eddie Hamilton 2142 Stilesville RoadBARK FARM OLD Science Hill, KY 42553 370 Ferrill Hill, Buffalo, KY 42716 edjohami@aol.com • (606) 271-1286 Bulls and Females for Sale Kenley Conner 270/358-8057
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HERITAGE FARM Tom McGinnis 1024 Hinkle Lane • Shelbyville, KY (502) 633-1634, home • (502)PLEASANT 633-5100, work HILL FARMS (502) 655-0164, cell Gil, Mary, Corbin, Caroline,
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and Catherine Cowles 500 Rockfield Richpond Road Rockfield, KY 42274 COW COUNTRY (270) 843-9021 • Fax (270) 843-9005 Located 7 miles west of Bowling Green, 1/2 mile off Hwy 68/80
Return to: Anne DeMott • 1220 Angus Trail • Lexington, Kentucky 40509 • Annaul Dues $35
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KENTUCKY ANGUS ASSOCIATION NEWS Anne Stewart DeMott, Secretary/Treasurer www.kentuckyangus.org • kyangusassociation@gmail.com •
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Greetings from the Kentucky Angus Association and the Board of Directors. As
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Commonwealth we continue to move toward a version of normal.
June 10-11, 2021 • Louisville, KY
Everyone
has been busy getting hay made and corn planted. Spring has seemed to flash by
tentative schedule
and we look back wondering where time has gone. The Angus sales this spring have been strong with great demand and all the producers thank you for that support. Breeders are already preparing for the fall
Wednesday, June 9 After 9am
Thursday, June 10
Barn available; tie in pavilion
sale season and the opportunities that will bring. The summer show season is here and seems to be more like normal.
this year. We encourage you to come out and support the participants if you can. The All American Angus Futurity will also be in
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some great Angus genetics. Our plans are getting finalized for the Kentucky Angus Field Day that will be hosted by Heritage
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Junior Showmanship
TBA
Junior Social
Kentucky Preview Junior Show • Judge, Pete Sweeney
Show Order: 1.Steers 2.Cow/Calf Pairs 3.Bred & Owned Bulls 4.Bred & Owned Heifers 5.Owned Heifers One Hour Break
Louisville the weekend after our Preview so you have another opportunity to check out
Check in All Cattle
Friday, June 11
Our Kentucky
Angus Preview Show is back in Louisville
10am-12pm
1 hour after show
Kentucky Preview Open Show • Judge, Chad Holtkamp
Show Order 1.Cow/ Calf 2.Heifers 3.Bulls
Farms in August. More details next month
KENTUCKY ANGUS ASSOCIATION MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
but I can assure you it will be an awesome event with lots of great information. We would love to have you come and enjoy
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fellowship with other Angus breeders and hopefully gain some knowledge as well.
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I challenge you to continue to tell the story of Agriculture because right now we have
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more folks listening than ever before. We must be the voice that they hear so we can educate and advocate for our industry. If myself or any of the other officers and directors can be of assistance feel free to let
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PRIVATE TREATY SALES CHECKOFF INVESTMENT FORM State and National Beef Promotion and Research Programs Information is required by 7 CRF 1260.201. Failure to report can result in a fine. Information is held confidential per 7 CRF 1260.203.
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Kentucky Hereford Association Join KentuckyHereford Hereford Association today! Join thethe Kentucky Association today! Call Earlene Thomas for more information. Call Earlene Thomas for more information. State Junior Preview Show/Annual Meeting June 5-6. Kentucky Beef Expo: March 5-7, 2021
Wells Wells Farm Farm
KHA Officers
President: Steve Green Secretary/ Treasurer: Earlene Thomas 859-623-5734 thomasep@roadrunner.com
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Codee Guffey • 1815 Grassy Springs Road Versailles, Kentucky 40383 (502) 598-6355 rockridgeherefords@gmail.com www.rockridgeherefords.com
www.dogwoodherefords.com
Boyd Beef Cattle
6077 Helena Road • Mayslick, KY 41055 Charlie Boyd II · 606-584-5194 Annual Bull Sale second Saturday in March Hereford and Angus Bulls
TK4 Herefords Polled Hereford and Gelbvieh Cattle 3459 KY Hwy. 1284 E. Cythiana, KY 41031 (859) 234-6956 Ben, Jane, Shelby and Lincoln
Thomas Farm
Eric & Ronnie Thomas 2396 Union City Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 (859) 623-5734 • Eric’s Cell (859) 314-8256
Tony & Kathy Staples 992 Knotts Road Brandenburg, KY 40108 (270) 422-4220 tstaples@bbtel.com
Windy Hills Farm Jackie D. Perkins II 367 Mt. Pisgah Rd. • Bremen, KY 42325 (270) 543-3586
“Cattle for sale at all times”
Breeding to produce good cows since 1981
WOLF FARM
BECKLEY HEREFORDS
Registered Polled Herefords Bulls & Females for sale Tim & Peggy Wolf 12939 Peach Grove Rd. Alexandria, KY 41001 Home: 859-635-0899 Cell: 859-991-3484
Peyton’s Well Polled Herefords
The Lowell Atwood Family 133 Edgewood Drive Stanford, KY (606) 365-2520 home/fax (606) 669-1455 cell
Victor- influenced cattle bred for performance on grass.
“Black cows need a good Hereford Bull”
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L. Wayne Beckley 1420 Fitchburg Rd. Ravenna, KY 40472 Home: 606-723-3021 Cell: 859-779-0962
L.W. Beckley D.V.M 284 Pyrse Lane Irvine, KY 40336 Cell: 859-779-1419 Clinic: 606-726-0000
www.beckleyherefords.com
Old Fall Creek Farms
AHA & KHA member • Proven bloodlines Private treaty sales • Visitors always welcome 1874 Old Fall Creek Road Monticello, KY 42633 Reed Bertram (606) 348-7486 David Bertram (606) 278-3630 www.ofcfarms.com
Polled Polled Herefords Herefords 439439 Flatwoods Flatwoods Frozen Frozen Camp Camp Road Road • Corbin, • Corbin, KYKY 40701 40701 Kevin, Kevin, Angela, Angela, Bobby & Brenda Wells Kenlea Kenlea&&Kyler KylerMurray Murray 606-523-0569 - Home 606-528-1691 606-528-1691--Home Home 606-344-0417 - Cell 606-682-8143 606-682-8143--Cell Cell wells_farm@yahoo.com
MPH Farms
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Registered Polled Herefords
Paul L. Hancock 8559 KY 56 Owensboro, KY 42301 270-771-4194
K3CATTLE@YAHOO.COM K3CATTLE@YAHOO.COM
198 198 HICKS HICKS PIKE PIKE CYNTHIANA, KY 41031
Jackson Farms
Chambliss Hereford Farms Brad, Carla, Clay and Clint Chambliss 916 Winchester Blvd. Elizabethtown, KY 42701 Home (270) 982-3905 • Cell (270) 668-7126 fax 270-735-9922 www.chamblissherefordfarms.com
Registered Polled Herefords 8103 Bill Moss Road White House, TN 37188 Home/Fax: 615-672-4483 Cell: 615-478-4483 billymjackson@aol.com “Farming the Same Land Since 1834”
Pile Stock Farm
WCN Polled Herefords Since 1961
Registered Polled Herefords
Hansell Pile, Jr. 12045 St. John Rd. Cecilia, KY 42724 270-735-5192•270-862-4462 12 miles West of Elizabethtown
859-588-4531 859-588-4531
Bill & Libby Norris 2220 Celina Road Burkesville, KY 42717 Phone (270) 433-7256 Cell (270) 433-1525 “Every calf needs a white face”
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TUCKER STOCK FARMS TUCKER STOCK FARMS John Tucker II
TUCKER STOCK FARMS
“Registered Angus and Polled “Registered AngusHerefords” and Polled Herefords” “Breeding Polled Herefords for over 58 Years” 1790 Hidden Valley Lane John A. Tucker II John A. Tucker II Breeding cattle for sale at all times. Hudson, KY 40145 HiddenHerefords” Valley Lane 1790 Hidden Valley Lane “Registered Angus and 1790 Polled 270-617-0301 Hudson, KY 40145 Hudson, KY 40145 1999 Walnut Hill Rd. • Lexington, KY 40515 (270) 257-8548 (270) 257-8548 (859) 271-9086 • cell (859)533-3790 Offi ce (270) 257-8167 Office for (270) 257-8167 John A. Tucker II “Bulls always Sale”
1790 Hidden18-month-old Valley 18-month-old AngusLane & Polled Hereford Bulls For Sale Angus & Polled Hereford Bulls For Sale Hudson, KY 40145 (270) 257-8548 Office (270) 257-8167
WATSON LAND & CATTLE
18-month-old Angus &Matt, Polled Hereford Bulls&For Sale Melinda, Harlee, Wyatt Watson 6196 Mount Sterling Rd Flemingsburg, Kentucky LINEBRED VICTORCATTLE DOMINO CATTLE LINEBRED VICTOR DOMINO melindawatson8660@gmail.com Multi-Trait Selection Multi-Trait Selection Fertility Calving Ease Matt - 606-748-1600 Danny Fertility MillerDisposition Milking Ability Calving Ease Melinda - 859-625-8660 Disposition Milking Ability
jmspolledherefords.com 4850 Caldwell Ridge Rd. Knifley, KY 42753 270-465-6984 • 270-566-2694 270-465-6984 4850 Caldwell Ridge Rd.
CATTLE FOR SALE AT ALL TIMES
Knifley, KY 42753 270-465-6984
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LIMOUSIN
Breeders of the Bluegrass
B.F. Evans Cattle Company Byron Evans
CUMMINS POLLED LIMOUSIN David & Donald P. Cummins 4312 Willow-Lenoxburg Rd. Foster, KY 41043 David: 606-747-5886 (C) 606.782.7003 Email: cumminsd@windstream.net
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Daniel Gettings
Elbow Bend & Center Point Rd. Tompkinsville, KY 42167
(270) 487-9454 or (270) 202-7755 “Registered Limousin - LimFlex - Angus Genetics”
Kenny & Tiffany Decker Leitchfield, KY • (270) 589-7999
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260 Henderson Rd. Eubank, KY 42567 Allen: 606-872-8072 Jon: 606-305-8859
“Quality Limousin + LimFlex Cattle!”
WHITE LIMOUSIN & WHITE ANGUS
Donald & Mary Ann Wenzel
994 Airport Road • Falmouth, KY 41040 TOMORROW’S REGISTERED WHITE ANGUS TODAY!
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(859) 654-3612 • (859) 322-0752 maryawenz@aol.com
Bob Minerich, 859-582-6888 2003 Barnes Mill Rd. Richmond, KY 40475 minegwen@aol.com “Cattle for sale private treaty”
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Terry W. McPhetridge 606-843-6903 Cell: 606-524-9241
1645 Winding Blade Rd. East Bernstadt, KY 40729
Joey & Donnie Massey 80 Sublimity School Rd. London, KY 40744 606-682-2126 606-682-2125
Performance you can count on!
Russ Crum • 2423 KY Hwy 3003 • Cynthiana, KY 41031
859-298-8713
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5171 Camargo-Levee Rd. • Mt. Sterling, KY 40353 859-498-0030 859-585-1785 859-585-8388 “Your source of purebred homopolled/homoblack.”
Decker Family Limousin & LimFlex
1225 E. Leestown Rd. Midway, KY 40347
Allen & Jon Anderson
Tom & Chris Daniel
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Greg Blaydes 859-338-9402 James Hicks 859-227-0490
Ricci & Brenda Roland 423 Lebus Lane Cynthiana, KY 41031 859-234-3986 • 859-234-7344 rolandlimousin@earthlink.net
Buck’s Limousin Farm
“The Best Kept Secret in Eastern Kentucky” John Buck: (606) 474-7451 • (606) 922-8174 2494 South St. Hwy. 7, Grayson, KY. 41143 johnbuck474@windstream.net “cattle for sale - private treaty”
P.O. Box 1509 599 Ray Allen Lane Versailles, KY 40383 Byron 859-509-8046 bfevanscattlecompany@gmail.com byron.evans59@yahoo.com byron.evans59@yahoo.co m
Fullblood & Purebred Embryos & Semen Stephen: 270-799-8685 760 Emily Court Bowling Green, KY 42101 achhlimousin@twc.com Facebook: ACHH Limousin
LBB
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BULLS - HEIFERS PROCESSED BEEF
Brad Kidd (606) 495-6396 (606) 738-9493 Paul Kidd (606) 743-7349 8254 Hwy 711 West Liberty KY 41472
Foundation Sale VII September 18, 2021 Selling FULLBLOOD & PUREBRED LIMOUSIN Genetics • To consign or for catalog call: ACH Holdings, LLC, Stephen Haynes 270-799-8685
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TYSON FOODS FIRST MEAT COMPANY TO JOIN CATTLE TRACEABILITY PROGRAM SPRINGDALE, ARK. – April 21, 2021 – Tyson Fresh Meats, the beef and pork subsidiary of Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN), is putting its support behind a cattle disease traceability program called U.S. CattleTrace. This makes Tyson the first beef processor to invest in membership in the program, which was formed by multiple state cattlemen’s organizations to develop a national infrastructure for animal disease traceability in the U.S. cattle industry. The program is expected to assist animal health officials with an effective and quick disease response within the U.S. cattle herd in the event of a foreign animal disease occurring in the U.S., which is critical for the entire beef industry in order to maintain daily operations and continue to access ever important beef export markets. “Animal health and disease traceability are critical issues for the meat industry and we’re hopeful our involvement will help advance industry efforts to implement this program across the country,” said Shane Miller, group president, Tyson Fresh Meats. “We believe CattleTrace can help to reduce the risk that animal disease poses to the U.S. cattle supply, while also protecting our industry’s access to important export markets, which can quickly be compromised in the event of an animal health issue.” U.S. CattleTrace utilizes ear tags that contain radio frequency identification (RFID) technologies to collect the
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minimal data necessary, including an individual animal identification number, a GPS location, and date and time. This information is used to track animals in the event of a disease outbreak and allows tracking of the animal from location of birth and to each location they travel prior to reaching a processor for harvest. An electronic chip within the tag interacts with the radio frequency emitted by the reader. Though the tags are electronic, they are not battery operated, meaning they can last the lifetime of the animal.
for an animal disease traceability system, evaluate the infrastructure, and determine the value proposition of the system at each production segment and across the industry. The name of the organization was changed to U.S. CattleTrace in January 2020, after the involvement of cattlemen’s organization from some of the nation’s leading beef production states, including Florida, Kentucky, and Texas. Tyson Foods is the first U.S. meat company to become a beef processor member in the organization.
“As leaders in the cattle industry, we are excited to see Tyson Fresh Meats’ commitment to animal health and disease traceability in the United States,” said Brandon Depenbusch, chair of the U.S. CattleTrace Board of Directors. “We’ve heard from stakeholders across the country that in order for a producerled system to succeed, buy-in amongst all sectors is needed. This commitment from a leader in beef processing shows that no-matter where we come from in the cattle industry, we are all working towards a common goal of protecting our nation’s herd and the highest quality, most sustainable beef product in the world.”
“Cattle producers around the country have indicated that voluntary disease traceability is a priority for the U.S. cattle herd,” said Ken Griner, a cattleman from Florida. “Tyson’s commitment is a great sign that all segments realize that animal disease traceability is an area that needs addressed from all industry participants, not just producers. We look forward to the ways U.S. CattleTrace can address these issues and ensure that U.S. cattle operations remain even in the case of a disease event.”
In 2018, a collaborative partnership between Kansas State University, the Kansas Livestock Association, the Kansas Department of Agriculture, USDA, and individual producer stakeholders launched the CattleTrace Inc. pilot project. The goal of the pilot was to develop a purpose-built infrastructure
Production Animal Consultation, a science-driven, people-focused group of experts that offers protein producers all over the world a competitive advantage stated, “We think the ability to quickly pinpoint a disease, and its origin, is and will continue to be critically important in the future for the cattle industry. That’s why we support the efforts of U.S. CattleTrace.”
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About Tyson Foods Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN) is one of the world’s largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein. Founded in 1935 by John W. Tyson and grown under three generations of family leadership, the company has a broad portfolio of products and brands like Tyson®, Jimmy Dean®, Hillshire Farm®, Ball Park®, Wright®, Aidells®, ibp®, and State Fair®. Tyson Foods innovates continually to make protein more sustainable, tailor food for everywhere it’s available and raise the world’s expectations for how much good food can do. Headquartered in Springdale, Arkansas, the company has 139,000 team members. Through its Core Values, Tyson Foods strives to operate with integrity, create value for its shareholders, customers, communities and team members and serve as a steward of the animals, land and environment entrusted to it. Visit TysonFoods.com to learn more. About U.S. CattleTrace In August 2018, CattleTrace Inc. was formally established as a private, not-forprofit corporation to securely maintain and manage the data collected as part of the disease traceability pilot project. A board of directors with representatives from cowcalf, livestock market and cattle feeding sectors was named to lead CattleTrace Inc. In January 2020, the board voted to change the name to U.S. CattleTrace Inc. to formally establish the multi-state initiative to advance disease traceability. To learn more about U.S. CattleTrace or receive information on how to participate, visit www.USCattleTrace.org.
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June Dairy Month June 26 Consignment Machinery Sale, Blue Grass Stockyards July 16 Deadline for submissions to Calloway, Graves, Marshall Hay Bowl. (pg. 14) August 6 KCA Hall of Fame nominees due (pg. 28) August 10-12 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show, Nashville, TN, (pg. 11) August 19-29 Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, KY September 9 CPC Fall Field Day, Fountain Run, KY (pg. 29) October 22-23 Stockmanship & Stewardship Program, Bowling Green, KY (pg. 34) Angus May 29 Thorn Valley Angus Complete and Total Dispersal, Bowling Green, KY October 30 Yon Family Farms Fall Sale, Ridge Spring, SC December 3 Knoll Crest Total Peformance Bull Sale, Red House, VA Multi-Breed June 5 Central Kentucky Premier Heifer Sale, Lexington, KY July 20 CPH Sale, Guthrie, KY August 12 CPH Sale, Owensboro, KY December 2 CPH Sale, Owensboro, KY
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THE GENETICS OF REPRODUCTION! DARRH BULLOCK University of Kentucky
It is true that reproduction is a lowly heritable trait, which means it is difficult and slow to make long-term genetic changes through selection practices. However, due to the economic importance of reproduction we cannot ignore it and there are several genetic practices that are beneficial and worth our effort. The most impactful genetic practice we can use to improve reproduction in our herd is to crossbreed. Heterosis is high for reproductive traits which means a good crossbreeding program will result in improved reproductive performance that shows up as higher conception rates, more calves born alive and higher percent calves weaned. I have written articles in the past in CCN and there is a factsheet available on the UK Animal and Food Sciences website (ASC 168) that addresses crossbreeding. This article is going to focus on reproduction Expected Progeny Differences (EPD) and how we can use them to improve reproductive performance in the herd. There are several EPD is that have been developed to assist producers to identify bulls that will produce daughters with higher reproductive performance (Adapted from Beef Improvement Federation Guidelines for Uniform Beef Improvement Programs www.beefimprovement.org). Heifer Pregnancy (%) - expressed as the probability of successful conception and predicts differences among bulls in the ability of their daughters to conceive and calve at two years of age. Higher values indicate a bull’s daughters will have a higher probability of conceiving and calving as a two-year-old. The benefit of selecting for this trait in a bull when keeping back his daughters is that it can reduce the number of females required to develop to maintain or increase your herd size. Unfortunately, it has not been shown that this trait is genetically correlated to lifetime reproductive performance. Stayability (%) - the probability of daughters surviving to a specific age, given the opportunity to reach that age (typically
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6 years of age). In most beef operations a female must produce a calf each year to stay in the herd, thus a cow that remains to age six has likely calved each year and this is the approximate breakeven age for beef cows. Higher values indicate a bull’s daughters have a higher probability of staying in the herd to age 6. Due to the economic impact of high reproductive rates, improvements in this trait can be very beneficial to commercial beef producers. Because of the time required to collect the data necessary for this trait the accuracy values are usually very low, however, bulls that have genomically enhanced EPDs can be quite reliable for this trait. Sustained Cow Fertility (SCF) (%) prediction of a cow’s ability to continue to calve from three years of age through twelve years of age, given she calved as a two-year-old. Higher values indicate a greater probability of a bull’s daughters staying in the herd to age 12. This trait is very similar to the Stayability trait but looks deeper into the productive life of the daughters. The only breed currently using this EPD is Hereford, but these bull buyers can benefit through selection for SCF. Age at First Calving (days) – indicate differences in the age of heifers when they calve for the first time. Bulls with lower values will have daughters that calve earlier as heifers, giving them more time to rebreed and potentially increasing their lifetime reproduction. 30-month Pregnancy (%) – similar to Heifer Pregnancy, except measured at 30 months after they have had their first calf. Basically, this EPD indicates a bull’s daughters’ ability to rebreed after having their first calf. Bulls with higher values indicate their daughters will rebreed at a higher percentage. This is an extremely important trait, however, currently only the Gelbvieh breed offers it. The time that most females are culled due to reproductive failure is after they have calved for the first time and are unable to rebreed to produce their second calf. Selection for this trait should reduce the rate of open two-year-
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SPRING-CALVING COW HERD Cows should be on good pasture with clover and preferably low endophyte levels in fescue for the spring breeding season. Keep pastures vegetative by clipping or making hay. They should have abundant shade and water. Our goal is to have cows become pregnant before July when temperatures and heat stress can ruin the “spring” breeding season. Observe the cows and bulls as the breeding season continues. Watch bulls for injury or lameness and change bulls if a high percentage of cows are returning to heat. Record cow breeding dates to determine next year’s calving dates and keep records of cows and bulls in each breeding group. Keep a good pasture mineral mix, which contains adequate levels of phosphorus, vitamin A, selenium and copper, available at all times. Consider a special area for creep grazing calves, or practice “forward grazing” this summer, allowing calves to graze fresh pasture ahead of the cows. This can be accomplished by raising an electric wire or building a creep gate. FALL-CALVING HERD Pregnancy test cows if not done previously. Cull cows at weaning time - Smooth-mouthed cows - Cows weaning light weight and/or poor-quality calves - Open cows - “Problem cows” with bad feet, teats, udders, etc. Select replacement heifers on the basis of: - temperament - conformation - weaning weight - dam and sire records - Select more than needed to allow for olds. Scrotal Circumference (centimeters) – This is currently the only male reproduction trait that have EPD. Differences indicate the magnitude in scrotal circumference of a bull’s male offspring at a year of age. Higher values indicate a bull’s sons will have larger scrotal circumference at a year of age. Increased scrotal circumference increases a bull’s carrying capacity and research indicates it can improve semen quality and quantity. This is one of the few traits that impact seedstock producers differently than commercial
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culling after a short breeding season GENERAL Finish harvesting excess pasture as hay soon! It should be cut before it becomes too mature. Be sure and replenish your reserves. Try to put up more than you think you will need in case of a late summer drought. Pasture should supply adequate energy, protein and vitamins at this time. However, be prepared for drought situations. Don’t overgraze pastures so that recovery time will be faster. Overgrazed pastures will recover very slowly during July/August. Keep pastures small for rotational grazing so that nutritive quality can be maintained. They should be small enough so cattle do not graze longer than a week. As the season progresses, you need several paddocks to give each properly stocked pasture about 4 weeks’ rest. Maintain a clean water supply and check it routinely. Water is extremely important in hot weather. Control flies. Consider changing insecticides and/or methods of control this year, because insecticide resistant flies may have developed if you have used the same chemical year after year. Consider pour-on and sprays that allow you to put cattle in the corral or through the chute with little stress on them. It will make subsequent trips through the “chute” less stressful. Prevent/Control pinkeye - consider vaccinating, - control flies, - clip tall, mature grass, - treat problems quickly. Clip grazed-over pastures for weed control and so that seed heads do not irritate eyes. Pastures should be kept in a vegetative state for best quality.
producers. Seedstock producers should select for improvements in this trait by using the Scrotal Circumference EPD, but commercial producers should select for higher actual scrotal circumference measurements. The reason is that EPDs indicate the performance of the offspring and commercial producers should be castrating their calves, therefore, the EPD is of no value to commercial producers. However, as mentioned, bulls with larger actual scrotal circumference have increased reproductive performance. NOTE: There are mixed research results
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relating scrotal circumference in bulls to his daughters’ fertility. Some studies have indicated that increased scrotal circumference decreases the age of puberty in the bull’s daughters, however, other studies have shown no relationship. Dr. Les Anderson and I have reviewed the literature and our opinion is that this relationship likely does not exist or is extremely small in typical Kentucky conditions. Different breeds offer different EPDs for reproduction traits (See Table 1). Depending on your goals and which EPDs are offered, these resources can play a very valuable role in your selection decisions. As with all selection
decisions, you should never focus on just one area of production but have a more wholistic approach. Female reproductive traits are only important in your selection decision if you are keeping back, or selling replacement, daughters from that bull and Scrotal Circumference EPD are only important if you are selling his bull calves as breeding bulls. In closing, remember that the single best thing you can do to improve reproduction in your commercial beef herd from a genetics perspective is crossbreed. With your sound crossbreeding program in place, then you can select bulls using the available EPDs to improve the reproductive performance of your herd in various ways.
REPRODUCTION TRAITS FEMALES
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Stayablility
Sustained Cow Fertility
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Charolais
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Chianina Gelbvieh
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