The National Livestock Weekly July 23, 2007 • Vol. 86, No. 41 “The Industry’s Largest Weekly Circulation” Web site: www.wlj.net • E-mail: [email protected] • [email protected] • [email protected] A Crow Publication Ag land tax breaks threatened in California —Funding for Williamson Act dollars faces veto threat. Williamson Act payments to California coun- Canada hopes ties, which offset tax decreases on agricultural land, could disappear if Gov. Arnold Schwarzeneg- new feed ger carries out his plan to axe the estimated $40 million in funding during this year’s budget ne- gotiation. His initial budget contained no money ban will for the program, however, after an uproar, the Cal- ifornia Legislature added funding for the pro- gram to its budget package. However, the program be effective remains in jeopardy; the governor could still use On July 12, the Canadian government im- his line-item veto power to remove the funds. posed a new ‘enhanced’ feed ban, one they hope The Williamson Act is a program, similar to a will effectively stop all new cases of bovine conservation easement, which allows California spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) from occur- producers to guarantee that their land will remain ring within their borders. in agricultural production for a period of 10 or more “The Canadian Cattleman’s Association years in exchange for a tax break on property en- (CCA) supports the enhanced ban and what it rolled in the program. will do for our food safety. It’s something Cana- Funding of just $40 million for the Williamson da needs to become compliant as far as the program represents a small fraction of the state’s World Organization for Animal Health is con- enormous $103.7 billion budget. For the state’s cerned,” said Theresa Keddy, communications producers however, it represents a substantial sav- manager for CCA. ings in terms of property tax assessments. In all, Canada first implemented a feed ban in 1997 according to the California Department of Con- which disallowed the feeding of specified risk servation, 16 million of the state’s 29 million materials (SRMs) to cattle. The brain and spinal acres of agricultural land in 54 counties are en- cord were not allowed to be processed into cat- rolled in the conservation program. Cattle producers in California could lose an important tax incentive if Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger vetoes funding for the Williamson Act. As many as 30 percent of tle feed, as the SRMs may have come from an- See Williamson on page 5 producers in the state say they would be out of business without the program. imals harboring the disease. To date, howev- er, Canada’s feed ban has been shown to be less than effective, with the 10th confirmed case of Market provides hedging opportunity BSE discovered in May. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) Fed cattle trade was expect- at $142-145 live basis, steady into hedging programs or con- release of the two cattle inven- will administer the feed ban effective immedi- ed to move lower in most re- with prior week prices. tracting for slaughter steers tory reports, which were ex- ately. The new ‘enhanced’guidelines for the ban gions last week, although with The action on the Chicago and heifers to be sold in Octo- pected to be supportive of the will prohibit SRMs from being processed into fer- the exception of a few scat- Mercantile Exchange (CME) ber through December looks markets. In particular, the in- tilizer or other animal feeds, including pet food. tered trades in the north at last week was lower in the live like sound business manage- ventory report was expected The Canadian government has announced some prices $2 lower than the pre- cattle pit Thursday in antici- ment,” said Jim Robb, director to show that herd-building, funding for the measure, aimed mostly at eas- vious week. Most trade was pation of lower cash trade. of Livestock Marketing Infor- typical for this point in the cat- ing the costs of disposing at-risk materials. expected to wait until the re- That said, the futures market mation Center. tle cycle, has not occurred. This With the new guidelines come changes which lease of last Friday’s cattle on was still trading at a premium, Last Thursday, the market year’s calf crop was trimmed by some say will prove to be a large burden on the feed and cattle inventory re- in some cases a significant one, gave up some of the premium, sub-freezing temperatures dur- Canadian cattle industry. The SRMs previously ports. Prices in the south, in to the cash market. Deferred however, prices for deferred ing calving season. In addi- had a value as a byproduct which could be ground particular, which were still $4- months last week offered an months were still positive. Au- tion, heifer retention has been up for fertilizer or used as protein in other live- 5 apart last Thursday, ap- excellent hedging opportuni- gust dropped 55 cents to hurt by drought in the south- stock or pet foods. Now however, the industry will peared to indicate late trade ty for cattle feeders with cat- $90.82. October contracts shed east and calf prices which are be responsible for an unknown disposal cost. was likely. By mid-day last tle for the October through De- 82 points and December fell making it attractive for pro- Special handling equipment and dedicated Thursday, there had been a cember fed market. 62 points to close at $96.45 and ducers to sell females into feed- trucks must be used for the estimated 100,000 tons few sales reported in Nebras- “Current futures prices are $98.40 respectively. However, lots. The result will likely be of SRMs generated yearly. Incineration, burial ka at $140, however, most feed- even more optimistic than weakness was expected to be a mid-year inventory report See Ban on page 12 lot showlists were still priced market fundamentals, scaling short lived ahead of USDA’s See Market on page 7 Deal reached in New Mexico’s Montana brucellosis case —State will maintain its brucellosis-free status as TB-free status at risk USDA could revoke New hanns. “We urge you to adhere they’re confident the state can a result of ranchers’ sacrifice. Mexico’s Bovine Tuberculosis to the existing regulations and continuing doing so. Nearly 600 head of Montana cattle were destroyed last week after ranch own- (TB)-free status as a result of maintain New Mexico’s cur- Most of New Mexico is recog- ers reached a deal with USDA officials to accept $475,000 in compensation af- a case of TB at a dairy in Cur- rent TB status.” nized as being TB-free. Howev- ter brucellosis was found in the herd. The infection was likely a result of con- ry County unless it is proven to The increase in costs as a re- er, a portion of southeastern tact with infected elk from nearby Yellowstone National Park which frequent- be an isolated case. sult of government mandated New Mexico has a ‘modified ac- ly migrate outside the park and are known carriers of the disease. Two weeks ago, the state’s testing could have a serious im- credited advanced’ status, The deal came just eight hours before a July 13 deadline set by the Mon- congressional delegation and pact on the state’s nearly $2 which is the result of earlier tana Department of Livestock, after which time the state intended to force Democratic Gov. Bill Richard- billion beef and dairy industry. findings of the disease. In 2005, the condemnation and slaughter of the animals to protect the state’s brucel- son expressed concern that US- “We are aggressively ad- USDAofficials approved a split- losis-free rating. The deal averted that possibility. DAofficials appeared prepared dressing the issue and contin- state status that covered por- “It’s a brutal process for everyone involved,” said Department of Livestock to alter the state’s current TB ue to manage our split-state tions of Roosevelt and Curry Executive Director Christian Mackay, who was involved in the negotiations on status as a result of the finding. status through control of move- Counties while the rest of the behalf of the state. “We’re trying to do right by these producers, but we’ve got All cattle producers in New ment and continuation of the state was a TB-free zone. to protect the industry, as well. ... It’s a no-win, no-win situation.” Mexico would have to test for tuberculosis eradication re- See TB-free on page 4 Jim and Sandy Morgan, who owned most of the animals on the ranch, had bovine TB if the state loses its quirements and, therefore, we already rejected two previous offers from USDA because they undervalued the status as a TB-free state. can preserve the integrity of herd significantly. “A downgrade of New Mexi- our state’s TB-Free Status,” The Morgans will receive $423,000 under the deal reached with Brian McCluskey, co’s status could cost our pro- said Richardson. the USDA’s western regional director for veterinary services. The remaining $52,000 ducers more than $4 million Richardson and members of goes to Karen Hergenrider of Belfry, MT, who will lose 33 cows and 32 calves per year,” the state’s congres- New Mexico’s congressional del- that she ran on the Morgan ranch. Mackay also said the state was prepared to sional delegation said earlier egation said the state has been See Brucellosis on page 4 this month in a letter to U.S. operating successfully under Agriculture Secretary Mike Jo- the split-state status, and

INSIDE WLJ DOWNER BAN — Last week, NEW SOURCE FOR HORSES MANAGE HEAT STRESS — The VIDEO MARKET REPORTS — INDEX Time Sensitive Priority Handling USDA made the ban on the pro- — Starting in December, horse dog days of summer mean it’s The results from the largest ever Beef Bits ...... P- 3 cessing of non-ambulatory live- buyers and sellers will have a time for producers to manage offering of feeder cattle are post- Markets ...... P- 6 stock permanent. The moratori- new tool available to assist with livestock stress caused by ex- ed in this week’s WLJ. Prices paid Classifieds ...... P- 8 um has been in place for sever- marketing. TV Horse Source will cessive heat. Providing ample for feeder cattle at the Western Sale Calendar ...... P- 11 al years in an effort to keep po- showcase horses for sale as well water, shade and working cattle Video Market and Superior Live- tential cases of bovine spongi- as providing information seg- in the early morning and late stock Auctions were very good. form enchephalopathy from enter- ments from some of the top train- evening are key to minimizing Yearlings and heavy feeder cat- ing the food chain. Page 3 ers in the country and equine in- losses due to heat. Page 4 tle met with excellent demand. dustry news. Page 4 Page 7 NEWS:

LIVE STEERS DRESSED STEERS CME FEEDER $88.88 $ 139.86 $ 112.59 WEEK ENDING: 7-19-07 2 JULY 23, 2007 WESTERN LIVESTOCK JOURNAL COMMENTS Raise the steaks The consumer. As a beef lops on him with a paddle and finally resorts to the hot shot. producer, the title conjures The calf leaps closer and, after repeating the same routine The rally for COOL up all kinds of images. Per- several times, makes it into the chute. There the young steer haps you see a couple of city goes into a panic, banging himself against every piece of met- he Farm Bill is in full de- slickers, dressed in evening al on the contraption as you try to get him caught. After that bate in Congress and the attire and paying high dol- struggle he’s finally vaccinated, dewormed and completely THouse ag leaders are about lar to eat at an upscale New identified. to spring a Country of Origin Label- York restaurant. Maybe you “Whew! I’ll be glad to get rid of that critter,” you say to your- ing (COOL) compromise on the think of a mother, three or self. But when you send him down the road, you’re not rid committee. They haven’t much time four generations removed from the farm, trying to make of the problem. You still have his mama and the handling left before the law is fully imple- food choices for her family. routine that made that calf a problem. And in a larger sense, that problem calf is putting a damper mented next year. The COOL de- Tonight you’ll meet these consumers. They’re coming to sup- per at your place. No need to clean the house or shine your on beef demand. Disposition difficulties will likely follow bate has indeed gone on long CROW boots, because he or she is actually a guest at your table al- him through the feeding phase and show up in the end as a enough. By now, I’m sure most cat- most every evening. lower-quality, dark-cutting carcass. tlemen have an opinion. It’s you. A bruised, off-color steak is not what you want to cook up The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association held Most cattlemen have a personal favorite cut of beef. Maybe for company. You want to get that tender, sizzling steak off their mid-year meeting in Denver, CO, last week you like a healthy portion of prime rib or a tasty bit of ten- the grill in perfect form: carved up like it came from a five- and much of the talk concerned COOL. It appeared derloin. No matter which one, you know how you like it. It star restaurant, with a taste just as elite. that the Ag Committee was set to recommend a pro- should be cooked a certain way, and done beyond that just You make dozens of choices every day that will ultimate- won’t do. You want it to have a certain flavor and tenderness, ly hurt or help beef quality. From feeding, health and implant- gram that looks more like the current School Lunch ing strategies to genetic decisions and even marketing av- Program, rather than the cumbersome framework and if you go to a restaurant, they’d better watch out for your scrutinizing taste buds. enues, you can increase consumers’ satisfaction with beef or that was set out in 2002. You don’t usually go into a steakhouse expecting a tough leave them disappointed. If that does happen, any cattle slaughtered in a piece of meat with only a slight degree of marbling. Other If your daily decisions are related to an overall plan for im- USDA inspected packing plant will be considered to consumers don’t crave it either. Producer-funded research provement, they can contribute to an overall increase in beef be a product of the U.S. The exception will be for cat- shows our ultimate customers will pay more for better-mar- demand. That’s all built on the idea of giving consumers a tle imported for immediate slaughter, such as those bled and tender steaks. positive eating experience they won’t soon forget. from Canada. Any feeder cattle imported from other The difference between you and 98 percent of other con- With several production and processing steps between sumers is that you actually have some power over what you and your customers, how can you be sure of what they countries, which spend time in U.S. feedlots, will be want? It’s probably close to what you want, Mr. or Mrs. considered U.S. product. kind of beef goes on the plate. Others simply have to eat what’s for dinner. Beefeater. This type of plan has been tossed out for debate That’s an incredible responsibility—not to say burden— Next time in Black Ink, Steve Suther will consider com- before, and the ‘Born and Raised’ camp isn’t too fond but it carries an important message. If you know what you modities. Questions? Call toll-free at 877/241-0717 or e-mail of the idea. But the same camp isn’t too fond of na- like to eat, that’s what you should raise. Find out how your [email protected]. — Miranda Reiman (“Black ink” is a cattle management column written by Steve tional ID either. The compromise is limited to mostly whole population of cattle deliver on your ideal and then look Suther and Miranda Reiman of Certified Angus Beef. The col- Mexican cattle in exchange for less record keeping for ways to make them better. umn is not designed for strictly Angus producers, and does for producers, along with less liability, cost and more Say it’s time to work cattle at the ranch. At first, the stub- not necessarily represent the views or opinions of WLJ or its autonomy. born calf won’t budge a lick. Your hired help twists his tail, wal- editorial staff.) The seafood industry implemented COOL a little over a year ago and it has been reported that all it Beef business full of joyful has done for them is add cost to getting their product to market. Which is all it is expected to do for the BEEFtalk and sorrowful producers beef industry. Which makes you wonder, why the big $232 for every cow. I could re- reduce transportation costs grid and age-verification rev- deal if it’s only going to add cost? peat it again, but, by now, and a $1 rebate for electron- enue and a savings of an ad- In recent consumer surveys conducted by the Con- one should have gotten the ic identification (EID) tags. ditional $7.20 for transporta- sumers Union, a group that our friends at R-CALF point. This is real money. This is tion on a 1,200 pound steer, have enlisted for help, it was reported that some 92 The sum of $232 is a lot of business. Companies, such $1 rebate on EID tags and $5 percent support COOL. Anti-globalization newsman After the recent review of money when multiplied as USPB, are leading the way to $10 in data collection fees. Lou Dobbs also conducted an unscientific survey articles and associated data across the entire herd. When by keeping money flowing. There is a reason the joy- where 100 percent of those who responded wanted to regarding beef production a producer starts to add up This is money that ultimate- ful exist. They do their home- know where their food originates. priorities, a most intriguing the good years and rate of ly not only sustains, but work and are not waiting for point sticks out. There is growth, it doesn’t take long to grows the beef industry. someone to give them the an- After issues with China over the feed additive money in the beef business. understand why one quickly Granted, the sorrowful can swers to the test. melamine and, just recently, toothpaste that con- One can watch the money concludes the beef business and will find something to Get on board, pay for the tained anti-freeze, there is little wonder why con- flow by or do something about generates significant rev- be disgruntled about and of- ride and enjoy life. — Kris sumers are sensitive to food safety. It is not terribly it. enue. During a period of time, fer sufficient energy to block Ringwall surprising that U.S. consumers would be more con- The “do something about beef can contribute signifi- the flow of ideas, but the joy- (Kris Ringwall is a North cerned about food safety issues. it” phrase is the kicker. The cantly to one’s chosen ful stay joyful by continuing Dakota State University Ex- tension Beef Specialist, di- In recent weeks, the U.S. and China have been ex- phrase is the stamp of au- lifestyle, as well as retire- to engage companies, such ment. It is a good business. as USPB, to capture some of rector of the NDSU Dickinson changing product bans. China has banned some thenticity that joy and sorrow Research Center and execu- exist simultaneously in the Beef production is an in- the money flow. tive director of the North poultry and pork from U.S. packers for salmonella beef industry and have for dustry that does remarkably This scenario, using USPB and the U.S. has banned several farm-raised seafood Dakota Beef Cattle Improve- several decades. well surviving between joy figures, has amounted to ment Association. He can be products from China over some feed additives. The A recent BeefTalk column and sorrow. The tough les- more than $56 per head in contacted at 701/483-2045.) Chinese have taken their food safety issues very se- cited data from the North son, often only learned after riously and last week, executed the head of the State Dakota Farm and Ranch the fact, is to be careful where Food and Drug Administration. Zheng Xiaoyu paid Business Management pro- you get your advice. the ultimate price for accepting bribes to approve gram. The data revealed that Some very sorrowful peo- untested medicine that claimed the lives of 10 peo- the annual net return per ple can appear very joyful and mislead those trying to ple. At the same time, China’s food and drug regula- cow in this century from the low 20 percent to the upper get to the top level of the busi- tory agencies vowed to crack down on counterfeit 20 percent amounted to $232 ness. Within an industry that food and medicine. I suppose Zheng’s execution got for every cow in the beef en- is relatively shy when it the attention of everyone in Chinese government. terprise. Maybe I should re- comes to recording data or Last Tuesday, I thought an amendment to COOL peat that. The difference be- information, those who sur- would be easy. On Wednesday, President Bush an- tween those producers who face on top appear to under- nounced he was going to create a food safety task were just getting by and those stand and implement force to investigate the safety of imported food. After who were acquiring some lev- processes that bring them significant information and that, I’ve changed my mind. el of wealth was more than $232 for every cow on the know-how. After all these years, I’m not sure that this admin- place. A recent letter from U.S. istration listens too well. Bush may have just given Maybe I should repeat that Premium Beef (USPB) was the COOL proponents the tool they need to persuade again. The difference be- very clear on data and facts. Congress to keep the current law in place. Like I’ve tween those producers who USPB pays $25 a head for said, I think we have more to be concerned about don’t seem to really have prof- finished, age-verified cattle with Congress not getting the issues right and doing it as a motive and those who that are 20 months of age or the stupid thing. But, then again, if Bush says do seem to want to strategical- younger. This is more than something, you can rest assured that Congress will ly maneuver their respective current grid premiums. beef business into a position USPB offers the leasing of do the opposite, just to spite him. of future sustenance for delivery rights and provides Still, COOL is a bad law and it’s going to cost the themselves, family and oth- carcass data at no cost, along beef industry lots of money without any real market ers associated with their beef with a 60-cent per hundred- advantage. 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WESTERN LIVESTOCK JOURNAL JULY 23, 2007 3 Government bans slaughter of immobile cattle BEEFbits On July 12, USDA re- processed if they become un- should strive to meet.” is safe for consumption.” leased a statement claiming able to stand or walk after Jeremy Russell, spokes- Russell also said there are Mycotoxin Web site launched that a ban on the slaughter their initial inspection at a person for the National Meat humane handling standards A new Web site aimed at providing information on of cattle unable to stand or plant. This exemption is impor- Association, said he didn’t see in place for all cattle, even if the growing issue of mycotoxins in animal feed has walk will become permanent, tant for cattle which may break the reasoning HSUS used to they become non-ambulatory. effective Oct. 1, 2007. The a leg while at the processing come to that conclusion. “Humane handling is strict- recently been launched. The Web site www.knowmy- ban was initiated as an inter- plant, but are otherwise per- “Aveterinarian is on hand ly regulated by law, so it is un- cotoxins.com was released on July 16 with the cooper- im rule following the first fectly healthy and show no to make a determination on likely that a downer animal ation of Alltech Biotechnology. The site is designed to confirmed detection of bovine signs of being diseased. whether the animal is suffer- would be treated any differ- provide information for all segments of the beef indus- spongiform encephalopathy The Humane Society of ing from a central nervous ent than a healthy one. You’re try, from producers to nutritionists and veterinarians. (BSE) in December 2003. the United States (HSUS) system disorder such as BSE, talking about a small per- “Our goal is to deliver the latest technical and practi- The purpose of the ban was recently released a statement or if it is simply a downer centage of a small percent- cal information for those who are searching for ways to create safeguards against attributed to HSUS Presi- because of an ailing or bro- age anyways; few cattle are to maintain animal health,” said Dr. Pearse Lyons, the slaughter of cattle which dent Wayne Pacelle, stating ken leg. The vet is also re- downers for any reason and president of Alltech. may harbor the disease. that allowing such animals sponsible for checking the only a small portion of those The new regulation does al- to be processed is “cruel and viscera and carcass of that become disabled after initial Limousin Web casts low for some exemptions, how- does not establish the food particular animal after inspection.” — Tait Berlier, ever. Cattle may still be safety standards USDA slaughter to confirm that it WLJ Editor The North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) announced July 13 that they will be offering free informational Web casts on www.DVauction.com to members and commercial cattle producers. The Web OBITUARY casts, which begin on Aug. 14 and run until Dec. 18, Victor Beryl (Bud) Nash ment, he sold with fellow cattlemen Taruscio of Stanfield, OR; and eight ternment followed at the Stanfield will address cattle genetics, management and mar- Victor Beryl (Bud) Nash, 86, central at several Oregon livestock auction great-grandchildren and many nieces Cemetery on a special juniper tree keting. All Web casts begin at 7 p.m. MT. NALF mem- Oregon rancher, farmer and cowman, markets. and nephews. shaded knoll-top where Bud is rest- Downsizing to “retire,” Bud and An overflow of family, friends, and ing peacefully overlooking the neigh- bers can find registration instructions on the associa- passed suddenly and very peacefully while surrounded by almost every Ellen sold their ranch and permits. In neighbors came to honor Bud at the boring Cattle Feed Yard and a tion’s home page at www.nalf.org. Some Web casts are member of his family on Friday, July 6, March 1993, they moved to their new service held Saturday, July 14, 2007, panoramic view of the area. ‘members only,’ but the rest can all be viewed by DV 2007, in Pendleton, OR, following com- home and irrigated property in Stan- at the New Hope Community Church The family has requested that in plications from pulmonary fibrosis. field, OR, to raise hay. Bud worked at in Hermiston. Tribute was paid to Bud lieu of flowers, memorial contribu- Auction’s registered users. Son of Ray and Winifred Nash, irrigating and developing the hay and by fellow ranchers and renowned cus- tions be made to a charity of the born June 7, 1921, on the Nash Ranch orchard. Frequent visits to the tree tom saddle maker Richard Boyer. In- donor’s choice. USPB announces third quarter results in Spray, OR, Bud attended grade farm to check on Joe, running for truck schools at Cove, Winlock, and parts, and being in the “grandparent U.S. Premium Beef (USPB) recently announced Ridgeview, and either rode his horse business,” also kept him busy. Bud king of the “close-outs” that for cattle delivered to USPB’s Kansas grids dur- or lived in a cabin near the school. He rarely missed any of the Let’eR Buck ing fiscal year 2007 through June 30, producers saw attended Wheeler High School, grad- performances of The Pendleton Every Animal, Every Pen, Every Minute, Every uating in 1941. During World War II, Round-up. Day... the Dinklage difference. an average of just under $24 per head premium. he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard Bud was a member of the Oregon Our experience, expertise and markets will find USPB also said that cattle delivered during fiscal Merchant Marines serving in the South Cattlemen’s Association, the Nation- SYDNEY, NE al Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the PROCTOR, CO the value of your calves, and your program. year 2007 averaged 4 percent more Choice carcasses Pacific in 1944 and 1945. He returned ALLIANCE, NE to the family ranch after receiving his Spray School Board, a 4-H Livestock MINATARE, NE Feed for the facts with the best, with Dinklage. compared to the same period a year ago. The total BROADWATER, NE honorable discharge. Leader, member of the PTA, and a TORRINGTON, WY premium of the top 75 percent of cattle delivered was Bud married Ellen Snabel on Aug. member of the Spray Grange. For CALL many years, he was active helping at DINKLAGE FEEDYARDS TOLL FREE 888-343-5940 $35.73, and the total average premium for all cattle 18, 1951, in Redmond, OR. They lived www.dinklagefeedyards.com and managed the original homestead The Annual Spray Rodeo. was $23.84. Most of the boost in grid premiums comes as a cattle, sheep, grain and hay oper- Bud is survived by his wife of 55 from cattle that grade higher on average. ation together with the forest permits years, Ellen, Stanfield, OR; children held on the middle fork of the John Day Vickie Vaughn, Ontario, OR, Bill and Artificial Insemination training, supplies Valvoline supports farm program River. Marla Nash of Beaverton, OR, and & semen. Large selection of beef sires The Nash’s developed and main- Joe and Rene’e Nash of Stanfield, available. Call for 2007 Sire Directory. On July 16, Valvoline announced it would be tained a cow/calf operation to adapt OR; sisters Diana Britt of Pilot Rock, Information at www.sekgenetics.com. to the moisture and their varied feed OR, Roberta Alexander of Pendleton, adding its lubrication products to the awards for the sources. Bud was one of the first in OR; brothers Harry Nash of Heppner, Shipping direct via UPS or Federal Express. American Farm Bureau Federation (AFFB) Young Oregon to incorporate Brahman Ge- OR, and Jake Nash of Caldwell, ID; Genetic Horizons/SEK Genetics, Inc. Farmer and Rancher (YF&R) Achievement Award netics with their native English cows grandchildren Jobe and Anne Nash of to take advantage of hybrid vigor. Fairfield, CA, Evie and Ray Martinez 9525 70th Rd., Galesburg, KS 66740 program. “We are proud to recognize the commitment Bud was always a proponent of of Ontario, OR, Jacob and Jessica and dedication of young farmers and ranchers by pro- Nash of Sherwood, OR, Justin Nash Toll free: 1-8800-4443-66389 selling his cattle at public auction. In Fax: 620-763-2231 viding our sponsorship for this well-recognized pro- the 70-plus years of his involve- of Pendleton, OR, and Jonie and Travis gram,” said Valvoline President Sam Mitchell. The YF&R Achievement program honors the most innova- tive and progressive young farmers and ranchers to help ensure strong future leadership for AFFB. Bred Females Pairs • Open Heifers KLA hosts management field days Embryos The Kansas Livestock Association (KLA), in con- A very select set of females from a very junction with Kansas State University, will be holding select set of breeders. three ranch management field days in August. Russell Springs, Augusta and Oskaloosa will be the locations of the field days, and topics covered will include low stress cattle handling, ultrasound tech- nology and starting lighweight calves on grass, respectively. Attendees will also have the opportunity to hear proposed changes to Country Of Origin Labeling and offer feedback to KLA leaders. All field days begin at 4:00 p.m., with the first on August 16. No pre-registration is required. For more information, Vol. VI visit www.kla.org. Saturday 50 NDSA won’t renew with R-CALF August 11, 2007 • 1 pm • CLM, Galt, CA Performance Female Lots The North Dakota Stockmen’s Association (NDSA) will not be renewing its expiring affiliate dues with R- Ted & June Katsinis L&N Angus 26110 N. Kennefick Rd. CALF USA. Disappointed with the lack of communi- Nancy Potts Galt, CA 95632 cation and respect from the national organization, the 11551 East Tokay Colony Rd. 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However, after 10 a.m. Cattle body nounces the premiere of their newest pro- program will have a corresponding Web cast to hit 90 degrees and when temperatures rise, temperatures can rise .5 to duction, TV Horse Source. This 30-minute site where potential buyers can access above, cattle producers need that amount can double or 3.5 degrees during handling. television program will air on RVD-TV more information, photos, and watch up to take steps to ward off even triple. “It’s important Also, producers should starting in December 2007. to seven minutes of additional video. Web heat stress in their herds, to have plenty of available feed cattle most of the day’s Nancy Stober, president of Handsome site features will include past episodes of a University of Nebraska- water,” he said. “When there feed several hours after the Stranger Productions, stated: “We be- the program as well as horses for sale not Lincoln (UNL) beef special- is competition for water, it day’s peak temperature in lieve this program will change how peo- featured on the show. ist said. creates problems because the late afternoon or ple market their horses! In the past, a buy- Additional segments will feature a Stal- It’s important producers the dominant animals will evening. Avoid filling cattle er would spend countless hours going lion Show Case, Breeders Showcase, and make sure their cattle have occupy waterer space and up with feed late in the through publications, searching Web sites information segments from some of the plenty of water, said Terry not allow other animals ac- morning when added heat and networking through friends and top trainers in the country. Equine indus- Mader, beef specialist at cess.” In an emergency, cat- generated by digestion will trainers. Then after making contact with try news will also be a program high- UNL’s Haskell Agricultural tle can be sprayed with wa- peak around the hottest a seller, the buyer would wait days and light. Laboratory near Concord, ter to cool them down. How- time of the day, he said. weeks for photos and video, only to find The individual with one horse, as well NE. ever, once producers do that, Cattle yards also should the horse did not meet their needs. Our as the breeder, will find TV Horse Source “Cattle do not handle heat they need to continue spray- be inspected so there aren’t program will save both the buyer and a useful tool in their marketing program. stress as well as humans,” ing. Spraying cattle with any structures that restrict seller time and money.” Adding, “Our The program will also be a platform for Mader said. “Sunny days water will allow the animal airflow. Cutting down veg- viewing audience will include people who a national campaign to reduce the un- with temperatures above to rapidly dissipate heat etation around pens and want to buy, sell, breed, learn about, and wanted pet population by asking viewers the mid-80s can be stressful, through evaporative cool- moving cattle away from people who just love looking at good hors- to spay and neuter their own pets. Stud- particularly if there is no ing processes but this may windbreaks can all help. es.” ies show that in two years, this platform wind and humidity is above limit the animal’s ability to Building earth mounds in The program will showcase horses for could reduce the 5 million dogs and cats 50 percent or higher due to adapt to the heat. pens also can increase air- sale from every discipline. Each horse euthanized in our animal shelters by up a recent rainfall.” Water is “That’s why it should on- flow by preventing cattle will be featured with video clips or pho- to 1 million a year. probably the best avenue to ly be used as an emergency from bunching together. tographs, with breeding, training, and The show will be hosted by the cur- dissipate heat, Mader said. step,” Mader said. Produc- For more information show or race earnings announced. The rent Miss Rodeo California, Kadee Coff- “The cattle don’t have to be ers also should have an about managing heat stress price and seller contact information will man. — WLJ thirsty, but as cattle drink emergency plan in case wa- in feedlots, consult UNL Ex- water and pass it through ter supplies are low or cut tension NebGuide G1409, their body, it removes a lot off, Mader added. Managing Feedlot Heat of heat in the process,” he In addition, producers Stress, available from local said. Cattle normally take in should avoid handling cat- UNL Extension offices or TB case causes concern about five to six gallons of tle when it’s hot and never on the Web. — WLJ TB-free two other states with pos- an area that had been TB (from page 1) sible cases of TB in beef cat- free, prompting a USDA in- tle that trace back to (New vestigation. The infected ● Image and locate your hidden Aquifers Cattle from the modified Mexico),” he said. “This is cows were at the two dairies ● Minimize your test holes accredited advanced region are restricted in their not just a dairy issue.” owned by the same individ- ● Drill you highest volume well movement outside the About 170 dairy cows out ual. The state could have area. The rest of New Mex- of 3,000 on one of two neigh- immediately lost its TB-free We have licenses available. boring dairy farms in Cur- status if USDA had decided ● ico is considered TB-free, Find Groundwater Nationwide 800-401-9092 ry County tested positive the cows were from two www.stratatekgroundwaterimaging.com and producers can take cat- tle across the state line for TB in mid-June, Fly said. herds. In addition to the re- with Technology Sacramento, CA Garden City, KS The two dairies, which total quest that the case be rec- 800-401-9092 888-401-9092 with few restrictions. The discovery is the first approximately 10,000 head, ognized as being from a sin- Tulsa, OK Lubbock, TX time in two years that new are owned by the same in- gle facility, Richardson also 918-496-8355 806-785-8810 bovine TB cases have been dividual, according to state requested USDA funding Pinedale, WY found in the state, but it’s records. The infected cows assistance to help with the 307-231-0956 an industry-wide problem, were taken out of the milk costs of buying out the two state veterinarian Dr. Dave line when they showed pos- large dairy herds, which are Fly said. itive signs of infection and worth an estimated $24 mil- “We have two serious in- were slaughtered, Fly said. lion. — John Robinson, vestigations under way in The infection was found in WLJ Editor Montana ranchers reach settlement Brucellosis and nobody is happy,” Mon- fice of the Morgans and the (from page 1) tana acting State Veterinar- Hergenriders and we want ian Jeanne Rankin said. “We the industry to step up to pay transportation expenses need to protect the 2.4 mil- the plate to restock their cat- related to hauling the ani- lion cattle in Montana and tle, if necessary,” Rankin Monday & Tuesday mals to slaughter. The cows the livelihood of these other said. were sent to Cimpl Packing ranchers.” If the animals were not in Yankton, SD, while the Rankin said the ranchers destroyed and Montana lost calves were trucked to of Montana should step up its brucellosis-free status, August 13th & 14th Modesto, CA. The price tag now to help the Morgans re- the state’s livestock indus- for trucking was estimated at stock their ranch after agree- try would face a prolonged between $30,000 and ing to the buyout of their testing and surveillance ef- Little America / Cheyenne, WY $45,000. herd. fort, likely costing producers “It’s a difficult decision, “We appreciate the sacri- millions of dollars. Now, pro- Catalog Deadline: July 27th ducers in the state must guard against the disease for SUBSCRIBE NOW! the next two years. If anoth- For reservations, please call Don’t miss your chance er case is found within the state, it will lose its brucel- to get the best read losis-free rating. 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Call for our free information packet: 707-429-2292 www. ranchingforprofit.com (l-r) John Ascuaga, Carson City, NV, sold some steers on the re- cent Western Video Market sale in Reno, NV, and visits with Loren Paul Houret, longtime consign- Myrnak, Carson City, NV, and Don Whittle from CA, and whose or to WVM, takes in the sale in cattle run near Gardnerville, NV. — Photo by Jerry York Reno. — Photo by Pete Crow Tax breaks in question 6th Annual Williamson isfied” or “extremely satis- created by Williamson Act (from page 1) fied” with the benefits enrollments. brought to them by enrolling But John Gamper, direc- Currently, Amador coun- in the Williamson Act. tor of taxation and land use ty has 94,000 acres, a third It is estimated the at the California Farm Bu- of the total acreage in the reau Federation (CFBF), Williamson Act can save county, covered by the Winnemucca Events Center said administration officials agricultural landowners Williamson Act. The total Winnemucca, NV are indicating that the gov- from 20 to 75 percent in appraised value of that property tax liability each August 3, 2007 ernor might go ahead with property, if assessed at the Schedule of Events year, or approximately $150 the cut, even if it means Proposition 13 value and JULY 30 - AUGUST 3 ■ SUPERIOR VIDEO SALE overriding the Legislature million statewide, accord- not with the tax break from “The Nation’s Leading video Auction ing to Gamper. the Williamson Act, is $133 with the West’s Largest Video Offering” with a veto. AUGUST 3 Proponents of theWilliam- “A survey of landowners million. This means the 8:00 am - Sifting of Horses • 4:00 pm - Preview of Sale Horses on son Act argue that it is im- in Williamson Act contracts county would receive $1.3 cattle, roping and BBQ (sponsored in part by Pfizer Animal Health) concluded that one in three million in property tax rev- AUGUST 3 portant to maintain land 6:00 pm - GREAT BASIN SALE protected under the act for would not be farming or enue from those areas, ac- AUGUST 3-5 conservation and land use ranching without the act’s cording to the county asses- NEVADA ALL AROUND WORKING COW HORSE CHAMPIONSHIP reasons. CFBF said fund- benefits,” said Gamper. sor. But, while those lands NEVADA ALL-AROUND WORKING COWHORSE CHAMPIONSHIP ing the program encourages As an example of how the remain under the 13thAUGUST Annual3 - 5, 2007 HUMBOLT COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS more responsible planning cuts would impact counties, Williamson Act, they are as- Contact Great Basin Events at 775-329-4200 or check the website at www.youngeragency.com to protect “our members in 2005, Amador County re- sessed at $42.5 million and right to farm,” according to ceived roughly $110,000 in the county collects about Gamper. subvention funds from the $426,000 in property taxes He said in the most recent Williamson Act, according to plus the $110,000 in reim- poll of landowners who par- county auditor Joe Lowe, bursement funds from the ticipate in the Williamson Act who said the county puts the state, the assessor’s office program, 85 percent of partic- money into the general fund said. — John Robinson, ipating landowners are “sat- to cover property tax losses WLJ Editor TurlockTurlock LivestockLivestock TTLL AuctionAuction YardYard The Central California Livestock Marketing Center Upcoming Summer & Fall Marketing Events Tuesday, July 31st 12 noon 1st Annual Fall Calving Female Cow Sale • Featuring 500 Top Quality Cows & Heifers. Including 60 Angus fall calving 3- to 4-year-old cows. Bred to Ranch Casino - Dal Porto bulls from Jim Thomas • 55 BLK & BWF 4- to 6-year-old bred cows from Duane Martin Jr. These fancy females are bred to Stevenson Basin Angus bulls. Due to start calving Sept. 15th. Foothill Exposure. • 50 BLK & BFW 4- to 6-year-old bred females. These fancy cows are running in the foothills. Due to calve in Aug./Sept. Bred to Stevenson Basin Angus bulls. • 50 Angus & BLK baldy fall calving Weekly Sale Schedule heifers bred to low birth weight Red Angus bull from TUESDAY 9 am Feeder Cattle Wagner Ranch. • Also featuring 7 Red Angus breeding bulls. Plus More Consignments. Followed by Pairs & Bred Females 3 pm Slaughter Cows & Bulls Tuesday, August 14th Late-Summer Special Feeder Sale Tuesday, September 11th Early Fall Special Feeder Sale FRIDAY 1 pm Slaughter Cows & Bulls Saturday, October 6th Western Region World Livestock ★ Auctioneer Contest & Special Feeder Sale Each Tuesday will feature large Saturday, October 13th California Angus & Charolais Bull Sale ★ runs of calves and yearlings. Special Female Replacement Sale Tuesday, November 6th Fall Special Feeder Sale Saturday, December 1st TLAY 1st Anniversary ★ Special Feeder Sale Stockyards: 209-634-4326 Max Olvera: Cell 209-277-2063 Upcoming Western Video Sales or 209-667-0811 Home 209-632-2544 Steve Faria: Cell 209-988-7180 Eddie Nunes: 209-604-6848 August 13th - 14th Home 209-723-9269 Chuck Cozzi: 209-652-4479 Little America, Cheyenne, WY Bud Cozzi: 209-652-4480 John Luiz: 209-480-5101 Market Report Line: 209-632-0765 WORKING HARD FOR THE CALIFORNIA CATTLE PRODUCER P.O. 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11.281105.562 This Week Week Ago Year Ago WEEKLY COMPOSITE BOXED BEEF 7/19/07 WEEK COMPREHENSIVE PRIME BRANDED CHOICE SELECT UNGRADED Choice Fed Steers 88.88▼ 89.94 81.50 ENDING Loads/Price Loads/Price Loads/Price Loads/Price Loads/Price Loads/Price ▲ July 13 7,777 141.97 28 189.19 601 146.82 1,983 144.48 1,854 136.31 3,311 133.39 CME Feeder Index 112.59 111.80 114.74 July 6 6,480 137.94 21 186.06 522 145.27 1,845 140.65 1,376 133.87 2,715 130.66 Boxed Beef Average 142.26▼ 143.19 142.73 June 29 7,861 137.54 26 184.83 586 145.92 2,088 140.04 2,002 133.41 3,158 130.17 Average Dressed Steers 139.86▼ 142.00 125.00 June 22 8,168 141.68 27 183.47 573 150.88 1,969 143.67 2,290 137.63 3,308 132.73 Live Slaughter Weight* ▲ DAILY BEEF CUTOUTS 1,254 1,250 1,268 ————————————— FED BOXED BEEF ———————— Weekly Slaughter** 672,000▲ 582,000 683,000 DATE CHOICE SELECT COW BEEF CUTOUT 50% LEAN 90% LEAN Beef Production*** 13682.9▲ 13142.9 13647.1 July 19 142.26 136.67 114.61 53.81 141.26 Hide/Offal Value ▲▲✙✙✙✙✙✗✗✗✗✗✗❈9.81▲ 9.79 8.32 July 18 143.52 136.55 115.50 54.34 143.17 ▼ July 17 143.73 137.01 116.13 54.83 144.41 Corn Price 3.36 3.65 2.59 July 16 143.30 137.23 116.41 55.94 145.17 *Average weight for previous week. July 13 142.92 136.83 115.54 56.30 143.70 **Total slaughter for previous week. ***Estimated year-to-date figure in million pounds for previous week.

Selected Auction Markets Cattle Futures Week Ending 7-19-07 Steers Slaughter Cows Pairs Date Heifers Slaughter Bulls Replacements CME LIVE CATTLE Market 200-300 lb. 300-400 lb. 400-500 lb. 500-600 lb. 600-700 lb. 700-800 lb. 800 lb. - up 7/13 7/16 7/17 7/18 7/19 High* Low* August 9162 9135 9142 9137 9082 9532 7495 NORTHWEST October 9630 9635 9675 9727 9645 9870 8800 July 13 852 107-127 102-122 96-116 96-111 95-105 93-104 53-63 December 9785 9767 9830 9902 9840 9902 8665 Blackfoot, ID 93-106 93-112 95-108 90-101 89-94 54-68 February 9837 9832 9860 9885 9860 9910 9130 July12 116-127 116-123 110-120 103-114 93.50-102 89-95 55-64 April 9900 9877 9897 9917 9865 9947 9440 Burley, ID 97-110 96-104 95-100 58-65 June 9492 9457 9472 9485 9440 9497 9410 July 14 418 80-97 80-90.75 80-89 85-92 85-92.75 40-55.25 600-1000 Junction City, OR 80-90 80-85.50 80-89 80-88 88 75-80 60-70 500-735 CME FEEDER CATTLE July 18 428 107-110 105-107 100-108 101-108 95-102 92-99 58-64 1000-1150 7/13 7/16 7/17 7/18 7/19 High* Low* Madras, OR 95-100 90-100 90-96 90-92 65-72 August 11385 11515 11582 11540 11545 11582 9410 July 18 756 99-117 97-108 94-106 94-106 92-105 52-58 September 11467 11577 11632 11642 11647 11647 9830 Vale, OR 96-108 94-106 94-104 90-101 88-97 55-65 October 11487 11595 11655 11672 11672 11672 9750 July 16 500 129 116 109.25-112 105-107 102-104.25 102.25-103 60-64.50 1000 November 11452 11577 11625 11625 11647 11647 9945 Davenport, WA 105 97-101.25 97-99 67-74 January 11297 11407 11435 11422 11427 11435 10485 July 12 1140 112-118 106.25-110.50 104.25 102.35 55.75-61 800-1000 March 11050 11170 11230 11195 11220 11220 10420 Toppenish, WA 105-110 101.25-103 99.75 95.60 70.50-72 *High and low figures are for the life of the contract. FAR WEST No report issued Chino Vally, AZ July 13 1522 105-118 102-114.50 95-106.75 95-104.50 93-100.75 56-60 Cottonwood, CA 100-109.50 95-108 93-102.50 93-99 90.97.50 65-68.50 Canadian Markets July 9 4696 100-121.50 95-121.50 100-112 95-110 88-94.50 85-94 52-57.75 Famoso, CA 100-112 95-105 90-102.50 85-94 82-87 55-65 Canadian Livestock Prices and Federal No report issued Galt, CA Inspected Slaughter Figures, July 14 July 17 107-119 105-114.50 103-111 89-98.50 87-9550 82-95 45-60 800-1100 Weekly Madera, CA 95-107 96-108 94-106 85-93.50 79-88 56-68 775-1250 Alberta Direct Sales (4% shrink) Price Change* No report issued Cedar City, UT Slaughter steers, mostly select 1-2, 1,000-1,200 lb. 80.82 1.03 July 17 1018 125-135 124.50-139 110-122 107-119.50 98-109.50 96.75-104 93-101.50 48.50-57 Slaughter heifers, mostly select 1-2, 850-1,050 lb. 80.97 1.33 Salina, UT 120-128 107-125.50 107-115.50 100.50-114 95-105.75 94-103 85.25-96.50 61-65 Ontario Auctions Slaughter steers, mostly select 1-2, 1,000-1,200 lb. 92.47 2.99 NORTH CENTRAL Slaughter heifers, mostly select 1-2, 850-1,050 lb. 90.66 2.39 No report issued Slaughter cows, cutter and ut. 1-3, 1,100-1,400lb. 40.31 -0.60 Iowa *Price comparison from two weeks ago. July 13 786 122 114 107.50 56-59.50 1300-1460 Average feeder cattle prices for July 13, 2007 Montana 111.50-115 100 82-97 63.75-68.75 82-111.50 July 11, 12 8100 161.50 139.50-151 129-145 122.50-144 115-132 109.20-121 Steers: Southern Alberta Saskatchewan Manitoba Bassett, NE 155.50 134.50-142 122-132.50 108-124 106-116.75 107.50-117.40 400-600 lb. 113.06-116.87 112.58 111.15-114.01 July 14 3500 132-136 128.85-132.50 117.10-121 109.75-117.50 600-800 lb. 100.66-109.24 95.89-105.90 96.84-102.09 Ericson, NE 129.50-136 125-126.50 115.50-120.50 111.50-116 106-109 800+ lb. 85.39-94.45 90.64 86.82-93.50 No report issued Imperial, NE Heifers: No report issued 300-500 lb. 104.47-107.81 103.52 102.56-111.63 Kearney, NE 500-700 lb. 97.32-103.52 97.32-99.22 90.64-96.84 No report issued 700-800+ lb. 86.34-93.02 83.48-91.59 77.28-79.67 Lexington, NE No report issued Canadian Live Animal Imports Ogallala, NE Feeder Slaughter No report issued Cattle Total 4,007 8,744 Dickinson, ND No report issued Canadian Federally Inspected Slaughter Herreid, SD Current Week Ago Year Ago No report issued July 7, 2007 June 30, 2007 July 8, 2006 Huron, SD No report issued Cattle 50,925 63,514 58,152 St. Onge, SD No report issued Fed Cattle Trade Riverton, WY Head Count Avg. Weight Avg. Price July 13 1491 117-123 112-115 110-113.50 107-111.50 52-62 Torrington, WY 109-112 108-110 101-108.50 70-76 July 16- July 19, 2007 Live FOB Steer ...... 2,070 ...... 1,328 ...... 89.51 SOUTH CENTRAL Live FOB Heifer ...... 551 ...... 1,180 ...... 88.68 Dressed Steer ...... 3,284 ...... 888 ...... 141.13 Report will resume in mid August Colorado Dressed Heifer ...... 563 ...... 774 ...... 141.08 No report issued Week ending July 15, 2007 La Junta, CO Live FOB Steer ...... 56,604 ...... 1,303 ...... 90.31 July 11 2689 130.50 114.50-115.75 105.50-115.60 Live FOB Heifer ...... 33,808 ...... 1,184 ...... 90.33 Dodge City, KS 124 113 106-113 107.50-109.25 98.25-107.25 Dressed Steer ...... 46,882 ...... 846 ...... 141.97 July 12 1189 150 139 124 111-124.25 113-120 89.50-119.10 Dressed Heifer ...... 21,790 ...... 755 ...... 142.24 Pratt, KS 126 119.50 112-115.75 110-111.75 106.25-110 Week ending July 16, 2006 July 12 1452 120.25-127 114-119.50 106.50-115.10 Live FOB Steer ...... 55,731 ...... 1,297 ...... 83.28 Salina, KS 109-112.50 109-111 103-108.75 Live FOB Heifer ...... 37,061 ...... 1,181 ...... 83.32 July 16 902 110.50-120.50 110-113.50 105-115 109 56-57.75 810-1250 Dressed Del Steer ...... 23,763 ...... 833 ...... 131.59 Roswell, NM 107-116 95-103 95-101.50 90.25-98 86.25 72.50-74 710-830 Dressed Del Heifer ...... 18,828 ...... 749 ...... 131.77 July 14, 15 4299 151 124-137 119-129.50 113-124.75 111-115.60 98.35-112.10 59-61 1000-1290 Apache, OK 122-131.50 117-127 108.50-120.50 107-115 101.50-106.75 69.50-71.50 840-1000 July 18 4024 157 158 120-140 115-119 112.50-115.80 105.25-112.50 52-59 Imports El Reno, OK 131-134 116 110-119.50 110.50-115.50 100-110 102.50-106.25 66.50-69.50 850-980 July 17 1700 140-163.50 125-137 115.50-130 110-120.25 105.50-116.25 109-110.50 58-61 940-995 USDA Mexico to U.S. McAlester, OK 121-132 117.50-128 107.25-116 103-107.75 101-106.25 99-99.50 72.50-76 750-830 July 16, 17 9114 125.50-145 115-132 110-125.50 107.25-115.50 96.25-114.60 57-62 760-1110 Weekly Livestock Imports Oklahoma City, OK 112-126 108-117.25 100-116 103.85-109.75 102-106 67.50-74 650-960 Feeder cattle imports weekly and yearly volume. July 16 2383 155 115-116 108-116.50 111-115 106.50-113.50 50-54 Species Current Previous Current Previous Tulia, TX 115 106-110 98-108 99.50-105.50 95.50-96.50 66-67.50 550-810 Week Week Year-to-date Year-to-date July 13 1395 135-180 120-158 119-144 100-131 97-117 90-109 62.50-68 755-1135 7/14/07 7/7/07 Cuero, TX 129-175 116-130 110-127 104-126 90-112 94-101 54-56 75-84 Feeders 11,572 11,935 547,188 670,389 July 12 1306 155-161 137-154 135-145 118-120 116-119 110.35-114 106-109.50 54.50-58.50 925--935 Slaughter 0 0 0 0 Dalhart, TX 130-130.50 115-118 107.50-113.50 106.50-107 101-106.75 67-72 600-775 July 12 1429 135-149 126-137 123-124.50 113-117 103-109 101.75-103 USDA weekly imported feeder cattle San Angelo, TX 122-131 121-122 114-116 102-111 101 Mexico to TX & NM. Weekly Cattle Import Summary (July 13). Week EAST ago actual: 8,635; year ago actual: 13,303. Compared to last week, steer calves and yearlings 2.00-4.00 higher. Heifers 2.00-3.00 higher. July 14 19200 135-139 120-134 112-122 105-114 99-106 Trade and demand moderate. Bulk of supply consisted of steers and Alabama 117-132 110-122 102-113 95-105 86-98 spayed heifers weighing 300-600 lbs. For the week ending July 7 no July 17 776 125-150 116-132 112-124 105-115 101-108 52-55 925-1025 slaughter cattle were exported to Mexico from the U.S. Feeder steers: Conway, AR 113-125 108-122 104-114 102-108 69-71.50 46-68 9 Markets 10138 140-185 120-155 104-128 98-115 89-106 88-95 55-58.50 545-875 Medium and large 1&2, 300-400 lbs., 126.00-138.00; 400-500 lbs., Florida 117.50-160 107-130 93-116 89-101 84-96 56-65 51-80 114.00-126.00; 500-600 lbs., 102.00-114.00; Medium and large 2&3, July 17 2434 125-148 117-145 114-133 110.50-125 106-118.80 103-113.60 96-109.50 49.50-57.75 300-400 lbs., 116.00-128.00; 400-500 lbs., 104.00-116.00; 500-600 lbs., Lexington, KY 116-133 113-125 106-118 105-114.50 101-112.80 102-109.40 92-98.25 62-70.50 92.00-104.00. Feeder heifers: Medium and large 1&2, 300-400 lbs., July 16 4000 133.50-147.50 126-134 122.50-128 116.75-120 109-111.50 104-115 110.00-122.00; 400-500 lbs., 100.00-112.00; 500-600 lbs., 90.00- Joplin, MO 117-119 113.50-116.75 97.50-109.50 103.75-105.75 102.00. (All sales fob port of entry.) 17 Markets 17513 120-155 114-142.50 110-133 103-124 94-117 92-109 51.50-65.50 Tennessee 104-135 99-126 95-121 89-115 87-105 81-100 83-93 60-73 MARKET SITUATION REPORT 7 Markets 4579 125.50-126 110-126.50 97-120.50 74-114 90-107.25 85-110 WLJ compiles its market reports from USDA reports, ODJ stories Virginia 93.50-116.50 102-111 88-105.75 90-108 82.50-99 75-96.25 and statistics from independent marketing organizations. The page one market story utilizes information from the above CANADA sources in addition to weekly interviews conducted with analysts No report issued throughout the country. Lethbridge, Alberta WESTERN LIVESTOCK JOURNAL JULY 23, 2007 7 Cow market strong Fall deliveries of calves al- VIDEOauction Market so sold well with weaned (from page 1) calves in the 500-600 lb. SUPERIOR VIDEO AUCTION $140.50, Oct del. Jack & Kelley Carr, Mullen, NE, 500 lb. VAC 34 Certi- which shows near zero herd range selling well, particular- Fort Worth, TX, July 9-14, 2007 fied Natural Angus and Angus Cross Hfrs, $130.00 Oct del. Badger growth. Such a number will ly at the Superior sale held The Week in the Rockies sale broke all previous records with cattle pro- Creek Red Angus, Miles City, MT, 520 lb. VAC 34 Certified Natural Red support both the live cattle ducers in 27 states consigning over 320,000 head of stockers, feeders Angus Hfrs, $135.00 Oct del. J.C. Jensen, Inc., Lavina, MT, 530 lb. VAC in Steamboat Springs, CO. and bred stock to the Superior Livestock regularly scheduled satellite video 34 Angus Hfrs, $119.75, Nov del. Orr & Sexson, Inc., Whitman, NE, 535 and feeder calf markets The prices paid for calves auction. The six-day auction held at the Sheraton Resort and Conference lb. VAC 34 Angus and Angus Cross Hfrs, $125.00 Oct del. 4R Ranch - which are already anticipat- bodes well for producers who Center in Steamboat Springs, CO, and broadcast live from the Superior Ron Rabe, Ainsworth, NE, 560 lb. VAC 34 Angus and Angus Cross Hfrs, ing tight supplies ahead. have consigned cattle to one Livestock Auction Fort Worth, TX, was the largest livestock auction in his- $122.25, Oct del. Solvangen Farm, Clayton, NM, 650 lb. Superior Veri- On the other hand, beef of several upcoming video tory. For the Week in the Rockies sale, the demand was excellent and. fied VAC 34 Angus Hfrs, $117.75, Oct. del. Weaned Calves: Lynn movement out of packing sales. Futures prices also in- trade was very active on all classes of cattle. The calves in the Southern Diepenbrock, Hennepin, OK, 425 lb. VAC Precon English and English plant cold storage has been Region were $2 to S3 higher on average quality calves while the high Exotic cross Strs, $151.00, July del. Dragging Y Cattle Company, Dillon, dicate a solid market for feed- quality calves were $4 to $6 higher. The calves from all other regions were MT, 430 lb. VAC 45 Charolais and Angus Strs, $156.50, Nov del. Baker mediocre for weeks and last er cattle through the end of $3 to $5 higher on average quality while the high quality calves were $6 Cattle Co., Mt. Park, OK, 450 lb. VAC Precon English and English Exot- week was no exception. Ex- the year. Last Thursday’s ses- to $8 higher. The demand for yearlings was strong with all regions $4 to ic cross Strs, $145.00, Sept del. David W. Diver, Groesbeck, TX, 475 lb. port products are providing sion on CME ended in mixed $8 higher. The quality for this sale was excellent as 92 percent of the of- Angus cross and Charolais cross Strs, $146.00, Aug. del. Maseberg Ranch, support for the cutout val- territory, with August and fering was sold for the week. Calves: Peak Ranch, Inc., Kremmling, CO, Ltd, Thedford, NE, 490 lb. VAC 45 Angus Cross Strs, $144.50, Dec. del. ues, while domestic demand September contracts adding 400 lb. English and Exotic Cross Strs, $155.50, Oct. del. Condict & Sons Diamond C Ranch, Quinter, KS, 450 lb. VAC Precon English and Eng- Cattle CO., Inc., Saratoga, WY, 430 lb. Angus Cross Strs, $155.00, Oct. lish Exotic cross Strs, $146.50, Aug. del. DK Cattle Co, Hope, KS, 490 lags. Last Thursday during five points each to close at del. Crawford Mountain Angus, Evanston, WY, 435 lb. VAC 34 Certified lb. VAC Precon English and English Exotic cross Strs, $144.00, Sept. early trade, the Choice boxed $115.45 and $116.47 respec- Natural Angus Cross Hfrs, $133.00, Oct. del. Horseshoe Ear Ranch, Thed- del. Reed Hamilton Ranch, Inc., Thedford, NE, 500 lb. Superior Verified beef price dropped $1.16, to tively. October feeders were ford, NE, 450 lb. VAC 34 Certified Natural English and. English Exotic VAC 45 Angus Strs, $144.25, Nov. del. Jerry Farmer, Boise City, OK, 500 $142.36, while Select gained unchanged at $116.72. Vir- Cross Strs, $150.00, Oct. del. Zeb Elaringhoff, Deer Trail, CO, 470 lb. lb. Superior Verified VAC 45 Certified Natural Angus cross Strs, 141.00, 19 cents to trade at $136.74. ginia Tech commodity mar- Superior Verified VAC 34 Certified Natural Angus Strs, $149.50, Nov del. Oct del. TO Ranch, Raton, NM, 550 lb. Superior Verified VAC 45 Eng- Steiner Valley Ranch, North Platte, NE, 475 lb. Certified Natural Angus lish and English Exotic Cross Strs, $126.75, Nov del. Newland Ranch- Movement was reportedly keting agent Mike Roberts Strs, $131.50, Nov del. Richard 5 Rex Tollman, Lusk, WY, 475 lb. Angus es, Belle Fourche, SD, 670 lb. VAC 45 Certified Natural Angus Strs, $119.50 moderate with 115 loads of encouraged feeder cattle buy- Cross Hfrs, $130.00, Oct. del. Henry, Landry, & Gotreaux, Cameron, LA, Dec del. Eisenhauer Brothers, Bloomfield, NE, 675 lb. Superior Verified Choice cuts, 68 loads of Se- ers to lock in some price pro- 475 lb. VAC 24 Brangus cross Strs, $124.00, Sept. del. Lykes Brothers, VAC 45 Angus Strs, $126.50, Oct del. Bar N. Cattle Co., Minneola, KS, lect cuts, 30 loads of trim and tection by hedging feeder Inc., Brighton, FL, 500 lb. VAC 24 Erangus Strs/ $126.00, Aug del. Ver- 675 lb. VAC 45 Certified Natural Angus and Angus cross Strs, $120.50, 39 loads of ground product purchases soon. With the non Waits and Sons, Tryon, NE, 500 lb. VAC 34 Angus Cross Strs, Nov del. Darren Jensen, Bloomfield, NE, 685 lb., VAC 45 Angus Strs, fluctuations created by the $137.00 Oct del. Smith Ranches, Raman, CO, 500 lb. VAC 34 Certified $125.00, Nov del. Matador Cattle Co., Matador, TX, 725 lb. VAC 45 An- heading for retail markets. Natural English and English Exotic Cross Strs, $131.00, Oct del. Jump gus cross Strs, $116.00 Nov del. R-N Ranch LLC, Deer Lodge, MT, 725 Slaughter for the week weather market, it may also Off Ranch, LLC, Buffalo, SD, 520 lb. VAC 34 Angus Strs, $134.00, Oct lb. VAC 45 Angus Strs, $117.25, Nov del. Emery Jones, Shreveport, LA, through last Thursday re- be wise to lock in near-term del. J&N Cattle Co., Inc., Goodland, KS, 520 lb. VAC 24 Angus Strs, $133.00 750 lb. Select VAC 45 Angus and Brangus cross Strs, $110.50, Aug del. mained robust with 504,000 grain supplies at this time, Oct. del. Durret Cattle, Sloan Canyon, OK, 525 lb. Superior Verified VAC Robert Walt & Brian Walt, Collyer, KS, 775 lb. VAC 45 Simmental Angus head harvested, up from according to Roberts. 34 Angus and Charolais cross Strs, $130.00 Oct del. Frank & Carolyn cross Strs, $112.00, Dec del. TA Ranch Operations LP, Saratoga, WY, In auction market trade Warren, Mullen, NE, 530 lb. VAC 34 Certified Natural Angus Strs, $134.50, 425 lb Angus Cross Hfrs, $147.50, Nov del. Tri Lazy W Ranch, Nathrop, 497,000 head the previous Oct del. Hat Creek Livestock, Inc., Lusk, WY, 550 lb. VAC 34 English Strs, CO, 425 lb. VAC 34 Angus Hfrs $144.00, Aug del. Spade Ranches, week and 495,000 during the last week in El Reno, OK, $136.75, Sept del. Cason Timber & Cattle Co, Inc., Coushatta, LA, 550 Matador, TX, 450 lb. Certified Natural VAC 34 Angus Braunvieh Simmen- same period last year, show- feeder steers were called lb. Superior Verified VAC 24 Braford and Brangus cross Strs, $120.25, tal Hereford Composite and Angus cross Hfrs, $123.50, Sept del. Dan ing that feedlots are doing a steady to $1 higher, while July del. Hat Creek Livestock, Inc., Lusk, WY, 550 lb. VAC 34 Angus and Raibourn, Hamilton, TX, 475 lb. Angus and Exotic Cross Hfrs, $125.00, good job of remaining cur- heifer mates sold steady. Hereford Cross Strs, $136.75, Sept del. Arlin Hawkins, Sarasota, FL, 555 July del. Carl Cluck, Texhoma, OK, 500 lb. VAC 34 Red Angus Hfrs, rent and perhaps even Calves were $2 higher. lb. Angus cross strs with slight Brahman influence, $117.00, July del. B.C.R., $140.50, Sept del. Bob Thompson, Nevada, MO, 510 lb. VAC Precon In West Plains, MO, last Inc., Hermosa, SD, 560 lb. Certified Natural Angus and Angus Hereford English and English Cross Hfrs, $131.00 July del. Lazy 3X Ranch, Mack, pulling cattle forward. Cross Strs, $123.00, Oct del. Gilbert Angus Ranch, Buffalo, SD, 575 lb. CO, 525 lb. VAC 45 Certified Natural NHTC English and. English Cross Meanwhile, the cow mar- week, steers and heifers sold VAC 34 Certified Natural, Angus Strs, $125.00, Sept del. Wes and Mary Hfrs, $116.00, Dec del. FB Land & Livestock, Miles City, MT, 525 lb. Su- kets also remain strong. Last steady to $2 higher, with Davidson, Chadron, NE, 575 lb. Certified Natural Angus and Angus perior Verified VAC 45 Certified Natural NHTC Angus and Hereford Cross Thursday, cow beef cutout yearlings mostly $2 higher. Cross Strs, $154.00 Sept del. Simonson Ranches, Malta, MT, 585 lb. VAC Hfrs, $122.25, Dec del. Floyd Lyons, Roosevelt, UT, 575 lb. VAC 34 Eng- value shed 74 cents to trade Supply was called moderate 34, Certified Natural Angus and Angus Cross Strs, $128.00, Nov del. Han- lish and English Exctic Cross Hfrs, $117.50 Nov del. Yearlings: Doug and quality was reportedly ks Ranch, Deer Trail, CO, 590 lb. VAC 34 Certified Natural, Red Angus Schmidt, Ringgold, NE, 670 lb. English and English Exotic cross Strs, at $114.76, while the 90 per- Cross Strs, $137.00 Sept del. Harmon Ranch, Inc., Chester, MT, 590 lb. $125.00, July del. H&H Farms, Tulia, TX, 725 lb. English and English Ex- cent lean sold at $140.42 and down from previous weeks’ VAC 24 English and English Exotic Cross Strs, $120.00, Oct del. Klee- otic cross Strs, $116.00, Aug del. Mayer Ranch, Council Grove, KS, 775 the 50 percent trim remained sales. Demand was also good man Ranch, Scobey, MT, 600 lb. VAC 34 Superior Verified Certified Nat- lb. VAC Precon English and English Exotic cross Strs, $114.00 July del. near steady at $53.79. Con- as a result of good grass con- ural Angus and Angus Cross Strs, $121.50, Oct del. Burchfield Ranch, James Ranch, Eads, CO, 500 lb. Angus and Angus Cross Strs, $114.75, ditions, considering the time Cody, NE, 500 lb. VAC 34 Certified Natural, Red Angus Cross Strs, Aug del. Riley Winkler, Lyndon, KS, 810 lb. VAC Precon English and Eng- tinued strength in the cow $137.00, Sept del. Bill Kassenbaum, Council Grove, KS, 600 lb. Certi- lish Exotic cross Strs, $114.25 Sept del. Kevin Johnson, Wakita, OK, 830 beef market has supported of year. However, demand was best for yearlings and fied Natural VAC 34 Angus Strs, $129.75, Oct del. Scharbauer Ranch, lb. English and English Exotic Cross Strs, $112.00 Aug del. Brackett Live- the cull prices being paid in Vega, TX, 610 lb. Certified Natural VAC 24 Angus and Hereford cross stock, Rogerson, ID, 840 lb. English Cross Strs, $112.50, Sept del. Bob auction markets at the mid- weaned calves with at least Strs, $120.00, Oct del. Perkins-Prothro Ranch, Boise City, OK, 615 lb. Eppenauer, Olpe, KS, 850 lb. VAC 45 Certified Natural Angus cross $50 range for much of the one round of vaccinations. Certified Natural VAC 34 Angus and Hereford cross Strs, $121.75, Sept Strs, $114.75, July del. Pioneer Ranch, Tryon, NE, 885 lb. Superior Ver- In Hub City, SD, compared del. Ohmstede Cattle, Lodge Grass, MT, 615 lb. VAC 34 Certified Nat- ified VAC 45 Certified Natural, English and English Exotic Cross Strs, year and prices are expected ural Strs, $121.00, Nov del. Phil and Mary Ver Wolf, Broadus, MT, 620 $115.25, Sept del. Flying Diamond Ranch, Norwich, KS, 900 lb. Certi- to remain strong into fall to the prior week’s sale, feed- er steers and heifers sold $2- lb. Certified Natural Angus and Angus Cross Strs, $124.00, Nov Del. Short- fied Natural Red Angus and Hereford cross Strs, $111.00, July del. Rock culling as consumer demand 4 higher on good demand in er Ranch, Dexter, KS, 620 lb. VAC 24 Maine, Angus and. Simmental cross Creek Ranch, Allen, KS, 900 lb. Superior Verified NHTC Angus Simmen- remains high for relatively Strs, $123.00, Oct del. Price Ranch, Deer Trail, CO, 625 lb VAC 34 Cer- tal Cross Strs, $115.50, July del. Cedar Top Ranch, Stuart, NE, 900 lb. all classes. Offerings were tified Natural Strs, $139.25, Sept del. Duffner Ranches, Monida, MT, 625 Superior Verified Certified Natural English and English Cross Strs, inexpensive cow beef-derived made up mostly of load lots products like ground beef. lb. VAC 34 Angus Strs, $120.00 Oct del. Jerry Jensen, Concordia, KS, $103.00, Sept del. Running W. Cattle Co., Helena, MT, 950 lb. Certified of feeders in larger consign- 675 lb. VAC 34 Angus and Simmental cross Strs, $115.50, Oct. del. Gilbert Natural, Angus Strs, $110.75, Sept del. RDD, Inc., Denio, NV, 1,000 lb. Feeder cattle ments. Krier, Ashland, KS, 710 lb. English and Angus cross Strs, $116.00, Oct Certified Natural English and English Exotic Cross Strs, $108.50, Aug On the West Coast in Dav- del. Rock Creek Ranch, Allen, KS, 750 lb. Superior Verified NHTC VAC del. Heuman Farms LLC & Nelson Heuman, Marshall, MO, 680 lb. Eng- Heavy feeder and yearling 34 Angus and Simmental cross Strs, $115.75, Oct del. Holmgren Land lish and English Exotic Cross Hfrs, $114.50, Sept del. XIT Ranch, Maxwell, enport, WA, no trend was & Livestock, Malta, ID, 460 lb. VAC 34 Angus and Hereford Cross Hfrs, NE, 730 lb. English and English Exotic Cross Hfrs, $113.25, Aug del. Ray prices were the story of the available as a result of the week last week following $124.00, Oct del. Three Forks Ranch, Savery, WY, 430 lb. VAC 34 An- Crawford, Strong City, KS, 760 lb. English and English Exotic Cross light run for the week, how- gus Cross Hfrs, $135.00, Oct. del. Vermillion Ranch Ltd. Partnership, Rock Hfrs, $107.00, July del. Gary Pinkston, Cedar Point, KS, 775 lb. English strong video market sales on ever, trade was active with Springs, WY, 490 lb. English and English Exotic Cross, Hfrs, $129.25, and English Exotic Cross Hfrs, $113.00, Oct del. Arlan Paxton, Tryon, both Western Video and Su- good demand for offered lots. Oct. del. Carl Cluck, Texhoma, OK, 500 lb. VAC 34 Red Angus Hfrs, NE, 870 lb. Certified Angus and Angus cross Hfrs, $110.75, Sept del. perior. Prices for 900 lb. class Meanwhile, at Western cattle in the neighborhood of Stockman’s Market in $1.10 were common at both Famoso, CA, demand was sales. Light calves for near- called excellent for a good by delivery, however, were run of stocker cattle, with discounted by buyers who the best demand on the aren’t ready to place them in greener quality kind in the feedlots. Relatively inexpen- 500-600 lb. range. Feeder sive grass is available in demand was called good, many parts of the country with a big string of Mexican and buyers and sellers, alike, steers sold to out-of-state are taking advantage of the buyers at excellent prices. ROPERTIE resource. — WLJ P RANCH•FARM STM VIDEOauction Western Video Market Since 1983, Properties Magazine July 9-11, Reno, NV Demand good to very good for cattle weighing over 700 lbs. going to the has been the leader in farm and ranch feedlots. Demand moderate to good for stocker cattle. Supply included 62 percent steers, 37 percent heifers, and balance mostly replacement stock. marketing. Your investment in About 64 percent of the feeder supply weighing over 600 lbs. In the feed- er supply near 78 percent were in the Western region, 21 percent North Properties Magazine will reach over Central region, and balance South Central region. All sales FOB with a 2- 26,000 potential buyers and sellers 4 percent shrink or equivalent and with a 4-10 cent slide on calves and 3- Advertise in the 6 cent slide on yearlings from base weight. Deliveries current through Jan- of farm and ranch properties. uary 2008. The next sale will be August 13-14, 2007, from Cheyenne, WY. Representative lots: Arrow Crown Cattle Co., Wyoming, 200 head Steers Fall Properties Whether buying, selling or trading, 790 lb. July del. $117.00. Diamond N Livestock/Lee, Nebraska, 123 Spayed Heifers 850 lb. Aug. del. $110.00. Aland and Jess Holmgren, Nebraska, Magazine Properties Magazine is your one-stop 290 Steers 920 lb., Aug. del. $113.00. Scott Schaffer-Tipton, Nebraska, 250 Steers 900 lb. Aug. del. $112.50. Bootheel 7 Livestock, Wyoming, 280 Steers shopping place. Also, private-party 950 lb. July del. $112.25. Warren Ranch Inc. Nebraska, 200 Steers 875 lb. Aug. del. $114.75. Weaver Ranch, Colorado, 110 Steers 870, July del. Publishing: Sept. 10 sellers are welcome. $111.00. Equus Farms, Wyoming, 275 Spayed Hfrs 725 lb. Sept. del. $114.50. Whittle Ranch, Inc., Nevada, 260 Steer Calves 750 lb. July del. Deadline: Aug. 6 $107.50. Pat Sample, Idaho, 277 Steers 860 lb. Sept. del. $103.00. Joe The next quarterly issue of Flynn, Oregon, 215 Steers 870 lb. Aug. del. $106.25. Maddalena Ranch, California, 120 Steers 875 lb. Aug. del. $108.25. Todd, Troy and Kellie, Western Livestock Journal’s Wyoming, 95 Steer Calves 520 lb. Oct. del. $129.00. Rory Cross, Nebras- ka 170 Steer Calves 625 lb. Oct. del. $126.00. RO Bar Ranch, Wyoming, Properties Magazine will be 400 Steer Calves 480 lb. Oct. del. $138.75. SD Kling Ranch—Kim and Chris, published September 10, 2007. South Dakota, 210 Steer Calves 480 lb. Oct. del. $140.00. McWhorter & White Ranch, Nebraska, 100 Weaned Steers 485 lb. Nov. del. $145.00. The advertising deadline is Rod Cornelsen, Oregon, 240 Weaned Steers 625 lb. Nov. del. $117.75. San Benito Cattle Co., California, 66 Weaned Steers 760 lb. July del. August 6, 2007. $109.50. Tehama Angus and Barton, California, 64 Weaned Steers 760 lb. July del. $110.25. Triangle T Ranch, California, 225 Weaned Steers 650 lb. Aug. del. $112.50. Sequoia Ranch, California, 172 Weaned Steers 560 SO CALL TODAY AND RESERVE YOUR ADVERTISING SPACE NOW! lb. July-Aug. del. $120.00. 8 JULY 23, 2007 WESTERN LIVESTOCK JOURNAL

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187 acre cattle ranch, 9 miles FOR SALE: Ranches, Farms, Land, MR. COWMAN! southwest of Red Bluff, CA, with OREGON RANCH Come To Our Country! 3 electric wells. 5 pastures, 1,588 acres, 1,188 are deeded. Includes 200 acres of pivot irri- Homes on Acreage, Horse Property WORKING COW & corrals, 2,400 sq. ft. home. 2 gated alfalfa and 850 acres of flood and pivot irrigated ground. GO TO: www.landandranchsales.com HORSE RANCHES parcels, AG preserve, paved Rated at 500 head all inside. Water from streams and wells. No Cut over timber land. county roads. $1,250,000 Write or call for free publication. improvements. $1,750,00. Now $1,500,000. Nevada Cascade Real Estate 109 acres west of Red Bluff, 10886 Highway 62 Dairymen: Take a look at this 745 acre alfalfa farm in north- IDAHO Ranches for sale Eagle Point, OR 97524 CA. Class I soil. 2 barns, farm- eastern California. Excellent alfalfa growing area. Very low power Bridge Farm, Ranch, Phone: 800/343-4165 house, seasonal creek. 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Live water, ties, manager’s home, guest quarters, greenhouse & immaculately manicured grounds. $11,400,000 functional working cattle facility. Water MOUNT SCOTT RANCH: 5,419 acres of spectacular beauty adjacent to BLM and forest is provided by developed springs, featuring water, grass and trees. Over 1,900 acres are now land, nice views of SUMMIT R.E. stock ponds and several wells. Oakley Valley. 866-717-4847 $37,500,000 flood irrigated from four wells and one live year-round stream. Many more properties at ± Feedlot www.oregonranchland.com Tonini Ranch, San Luis Obispo, An additional 2,330 acres are seasonally sub-irrigated. This Approximately 14,000 head Robert Bacon, Broker California—Surrounded by majestic ranch produces strong grass that puts pounds on cattle. mountains, the Tonini Ranch enjoys capacity. Excellent improve- spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean Summers up to 1,250 spring pairs or 3,000 five weight cattle. ments, feed mill. On 265 and Morro Rock. The 637+- acres consist Antelope, deer, waterfowl and some elk inhabit the ranch and acres, southern Idaho. Ask about low-cost of 140± fertile, irrigated acres. The ONE OF THE BEST IN ranch has 3 cattle pastures and includes adjacent wildlife refuge. It has 2 homes, shop, 2 lakes, corrals, THE WEST! a recently modernized home built in scales and good access, yet privacy. Recreational potential Internet links 1908. Three wells and a pond provide One of a Kind Ranch water for livestock, irrigation and limited only by your imagination. Priced at $7,559,700. Owner Quality improvements, turn- from our Web site domestic use. $7,000,000 will split. Call Burt for details. 541-947-4151 key operation including cattle & working horses. Blue to yours! CLARK COMPANY ribbon trout fishing, com- Pete Clark plete licensed hunting outfit- (805) 238-7110 ting business. Serene and sce- 1-800-850-2769 www.clarkcompany.com Antone Ranch 36,000 Acre Oregon Ranch nic Three Creek area. First time offered since drought of 1966 when the buyer looked at Ranch dozens of large ranches in the West and bought the one that still had 280 deeded acres with hay & CRATER LAKE REALTY natural running water and a large lake. The Antone has timbered pasture and approximately www.wlj.net Linda Long, Principal Broker - Owner slopes, irrigated meadows, grassy plateaus. 100-acre Rock Lake is the 35,000 acres BLM & state www.propertiesmag.net Local: Cell: beginning of Rock Creek that runs 14 miles through the ranch. lease land. Runs about 300 Recent timber cruise verifies 40+ million bd ft of merchantable timber head. Good water rights, (541) 783-2759 (541) 891-5562 on 11,000 forested acres. This ranch has 1,500+ acres of priority water live stream. Toll Free: E-mail: rights and grows hay for 750 cows. The Antone is renowned for its LOVELOCK, NV 1-888-262-1939 Junction of Hwy. 62 & 97 [email protected] big game hunting and has excellent trout fishing on many of its 6 Bob Jones, Broker lakes. Almost every Oregon game bird inhabits the ranch. Ranch is 80 acre ranch with 4 bed- PO Box 489 • Chiloquin, OR 97624 208/733-0404 room home, 2 rentals, cor- YAINAX RANCH all deeded rectangle with a 3,000-ft landing strip and located 2 hours east of Bend, Oregon. No ranch west of the Rockies has the practical or 1-888-558-0870 rals, sheds, pasture, alfalfa, Reputation cow/calf operation, 1,731 acres of flood irrigated permanent versatility and sustainable income, along with the peace and tranquil- Talk to Bob or Mark Jones water rights. $450,000 pasture, timberlands & sub-irrigated meadows. Irrigation well pumps ity, offered by the Antone Ranch ...... $32 million cash +845 acres grazing land, 3,500 gpm plus creek. 3 wildlife ponds, 2 homes, pole hay barn, livestock lower valley available. barn, corrals, scales & shop. Runs 300 cows, 70 heifers, and 50 bulls Van Cleve Associates year-round, has put up 800-ton grass hay. USFS permit in conjunction California – Oregon Ranch Brokerage $676,000 with owner’s 778-acre meadow and timberland, ideal for an authentic 530-885-3978 or 541-783-7990 Tom Corty guest ranch with spectacular riding terrain. Historic Yainax Agency build- Corty Real Estate ings. Timber cruise nearly 1,000,000 b.f. $3,725,000 775-746-4442 OUTSTA NDING 4,596 ACRE EASTERN Twin Falls Idaho Dave Schuster OREGON CATTLE RANCH including over 350 www.rjrealty.com Grubb & Ellis/NCG LOOKING FOR SELLERS !! acres of irrigated hay meadow and pasture, all- 775-332-2800 **Have qualified buyers wanting to buy** steel cattle facility with covered scales and hydraulic squeeze chute. Modern machine shed Winter range — Irrigated ranches Real Estate For Sale Real Estate For Sale or combination of both and deluxe calving barn with warming room, two Mountain Mountain shops and clean fuel storage building. 20C 20C We specialize in all types of Agricultural Properties and have been in and around the cattle business our whole lives. Outstanding custom built owner’s home, nice manager’s home plus additional guest quarters. HESSELTINE REALTY Excellent Rocky Mountain Elk, Mule Deer, See your ad on COLORADO Antelope and Upland Bird Hunting. $4,250,000 1-877-55-RANCH (72624) Kit Carson County Serving All Eastern Oregon Counties the Internet: www.hesseltinerealty.com www.wlj.net 1,260± Acres Dry Land 541-548-9600 One Mile West of Vona. $606,200 P.O. Box 31 • Powell Butte, OR 97753 1-800-850-2769 Baker City Realty, Inc. www.steveturnerranches.com The Land Office LLC Lyle Laeger Broker • [email protected] Email: [email protected] PO Box 905 • Baker City, OR 97814 WYOMING Dale Stull, Broker 541-523-5871 Office • 541-523-5873 Fax Big Horn Mountain Hunting Ranch. Excellent summer grass adjoins na- Toll-Free LOWER POWDER RANCH tional forest, creeks, top of mountain 404 acres, all irrigated, 340 flood–59 sprinkler. High producing soil—alfalfa, Real Estate For Sale Real Estate For Sale location. 1,990 acres, $1,850/acre. 866-346-5710 corn, meadow hay, pasture. Thief Valley Reservoir water plus old adjudicated 900 acre small, NW Wyoming cow water rights, 2 homes, barn, shop, and other out buildings. Keating Valley has Intermountain 20B Intermountain 20B ranch $920,000. Missouri Valley Hay 719-346-5710 some advantages over surrounding valleys. Longer frost-free season–some- Farm 132 acres, no improvements $345,000. Frank Deede - Ruralands www.thelandofficellc.com what warmer winter temperatures. Beautiful view of the Eagle Cap Mountains 307-856-6264, www.ruralands.com. with the Eagle Cap Wilderness very close and the Snake River and Hells 1031FEC - PAY NO TAX STAR, IDAHO, 10 ACRES when selling/exchanging property. Free irrigated horse setup. Riding arena, Canyon a short distance east. Developed home site with a nice, big yard, brochure/consultation. Call 800-333- 64’x34’ barn, separate shop, fenced mature shade trees, aspen grove. Paved country road. School bus to Baker 0801. View exchange/investment corrals and pasture. 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Well watered. several tons of hay thoughout the year SPrings, reservoir, 2 miles creek. Ease of operation. Good deer & elk, plus and is watered through your deeded water rights to Trout Creek, and if that Real Estate For Sale some chukars. Same family for over 60 years. No improvements. For sale or is not enough, you also have a graz- 800-850-2769 trade. PRICE: $600 per acre deeded. ing allotment to 3,340 acres of BLM Mountain 20C Together, these two places would be one of the better 500-600 head cattle ranches in the area. land with 725 AUMs. The sportsman in you will be impressed by the abun- dance of wildlife ranging from elk, deer, antelope, quail, grouse, dove, ducks and geese. This private paradise is approximately 1-1/2 hours from Boise, Your subscription to WLJ gets and has paved road access while still being close to schools and town. 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