Butler Longhorn Museum to Sell Sculptures to Raise Funds
Art for sale? Want to own a piece of “Longhorn Heritage” and help raise money for a good cause? The Butler Longhorn Museum in League City, TX, will begin selling Texas Longhorn sculptures this Fall to raise funds to complete the interior fixtures and displays in the museum. The photo is of the original casting. The horns have been modified to a degree for the production runs.
The sculpture measures 25” long and 13” tall with a base width of 10”. The shipping weight will be 22 pounds. The edition will be limited to 1000 copies.
Butler Longhorn Museum is located in League City, TX, and will feature the rich history of Texas Longhorns and how they helped develop the west.
If you love Texas Longhorns and enjoy a piece of art plus like to contribute to preserving history…order your sculpture today by contacting the Butler Longhorn Museum.
Best of Texas Sale Reminder
The TLBGCA Board of Directors would like to remind everyone that the 13 th Anniversary “The Best of Texas Sale” will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2006 at 1:00 p.m. in Navasota, Texas. There will be a presale appreciation reception held on Friday, July 14, 2006 at 6:30 p.m. at the sale barn.
If you would like to donate an item for the Silent Auction please contact Glen Smith by email at TEXASSLONGHORNS@aol.com. Cattle consigned to the 2006 “The Best of Texas” can be viewed at www.tlbgca.com.
Thank You,
TLBGCA Board of Directors
Upcoming Hill Country Best of the Breed Sale
August 19, 2006, Hamilton, TX, at high noon the Hill Country Best of the Breed Sale will commence. With an abundance of top level consignments already making a buzz, the sale will be a “can’t miss” event for the Texas Longhorn industry.
This sale is hosted by Mike Crawford and Pam Watkins and will be managed by the TLBAA Sales Management Division.
Sponsored by Strufhoff Ranch, J.T. Wehring Ranch, Lee and Gay Gaddis, Joel and Shirley Lemley, Hudson Longhorns, Joe and Becca Munsch, Panther Creek Ranch and Lisiane Ranch, the sale will have a very special Pre-Sale Party on Friday, August 18 at 6 p.m.
A catalog has been mailed out along with the A.I. Sire Reference Edition of the Trails, if you don’t receive your catalog with your copy of the Trails please call the TLBAA office at (817) 625-6241.
Sale Coordinators are: Jim Curry and Kristy Huggins – (817) 625-6241.
On the sale date phone bids will be accepted by Jim Curry – (817) 319-5556 or SuzAnn Spindor – (817) 881-1941.
Bruce McCarty, Weatherford, TX, will be the auctioneer with sale commentary provided by Larry Barker.
Cattle will be available for viewing on Friday, August 18, 2006.
Don’t miss out, be sure to attend this high powered sale!
Mossy Horn Sponsorships Available for Horn Showcase!
Texas Department of Agriculture Internship Applications
Getting an internship while in college is important for any serious college student. Finding quality internships is a tough task. The Texas Department of Agriculture offers internships for a wide variety of college majors. Requirements are accessible for most college students. Click here for more information.
Harvested Hay Acreage Up 2%
According to a report from the USDA growers are expected to harvest a little bit more hay this year as compared to 2005 numbers. Also harvested acreage is expected to increase by 100,000, 110,000 and 300,000 acres in Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas, respectively. Click here to read the full article.
Family Farm and Ranch Programs Due September 15 to Texas Department of Agriculture.
From Texas Department of Agriculture Press Release
AUSTIN - Agriculture Commissioner Susan Combs reminded families who are applying for the Family Land Heritage Program that applications are due to the Texas Department of Agriculture by Friday, Sept. 15. The Family Land Heritage Program recognizes farms and ranches that have been kept in continuous agricultural production by the same family for 100, 150 and 200 years or more. Since the program started in 1974, more than 4,120 farms and ranches in 229 counties have been honored.
“This unique program honors the agricultural contributions of countless generations of Texans,” said Combs. “These men and women have held onto their ancestors’ land over the decades, enduring some challenging times.”
Applications are being accepted for farms or ranches established in 1906 and earlier that are still owned and operated by the decedents of the founder, either through blood, marriage or adoption. The land must also fit the old U.S. Census definition of a farm: 10 acres or more with agricultural sales of $50 or more a year; or if less than 10 acres, sales of at least $250 a year.
The owners must reside in Texas and be actively managing the everyday operation of the farm or ranch. If all the land has ever been rented or leased to someone outside of the family, it will not qualify. If only a portion was leased, and as much as 10 acres were retained in the family for agricultural production with sales of at least $50 annually, the property will still qualify. There is no cost to apply for the recognition.
Fayette County has the most Family Land Heritage honorees with 124 properties, Houston County is next with 85 properties, Austin and Gillespie counties are tied with 82 properties each, Medina County has 81 properties and De Witt County has 80 properties.
For an application or more information, contact Melissa Blair, (512) 463-2631, P.O. Box 12847, Austin, Texas 78711, or the application is on TDA’s Web site at www.agr.state.tx.us under the “Producer Information” section and they can be obtained from the county judges office.
2006 U.S. Drought Information Web Site
With dry conditions gripping much of the southwest, lack of rain has become real news for the Texas Longhorn industry. Click here for information about current drought conditions and updated national drought information.
Weekly Hay Report from Texas Department of Agriculture
http://www.ams.usda.gov/mnreports/AM_GR310.txt
Compared to last week: Trade activity slow to moderate. Demand good on a limited supply of hay. Price trends firm with producers holding limited
supplies in strong positions. Moisture continues to be a major topic in the hay industry, however some relief was noted this week. Rain throughout the state
was noted but spotty this week relieving some drought stricken areas. Parts around the state received measurable rainfall and grass pastures and field have
started to green in those areas. Due to the limited supply of hay around livestock producers continue to look for needs from long distances or out of
state. The state of Texas Department of agriculture has a Hay and Grazing Hot Line set up for buyers and Sellers, number is 1-877-429-1998. The web site for
TDA is www.agr.state.tx.us. Prices for hay and pellets quoted per ton except where noted.
For a hay report from a state other than Texas please click here.
Upcoming TLBAA Board of Directors Meeting
Saturday, July 29 – 1 p.m.
Hilton Arlington
2401 East Lamar Boulevard
Arlington, Texas 76006
Tel: 817-640-3322
ATTENTION AFFLITIATES: Upcoming World Show Qualifying Show Information Needed by TLBAA for E-Trails Show Calendar and Trails Magazine
The upcoming World Show Qualifying Show Circuit is fast approaching. The TLBAA needs all affiliates to get their upcoming show information sent to Pam Dodson via email or by calling the TLBAA office. Pam’s email is pam@tlbaa.org. The TLBAA office number is (817) 625-6241.
Affiliates need to get the following information to Pam as soon as possible.
- Date of the show
- Location of the Show
- Chairman and contact information
- What type of shows will be held. (Haltered, Non-Haltered, Youth)
Don’t waste time, get your show information put front and center on the E-Trails and in the Trails magazine. We want your show to be a success, so get in touch with Pam today and get the word out!
Also, we’ve got shows happening all over the country. Check out our Show Calendar for details.
TLBT NEWS – Young Steer Classification Changes Take Effect
Remember the new classifications for Young Steers take effect now. Please refer to page 76 in the TLBAA Official Handbook to review the changes and for more details.
-Cole Dowden
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