Longhorn News:

Best of Texas Sale – Navasota, TX

The “Best of Texas Sale” in Navasota, TX, this past weekend, hosted by the Texas Longhorn Breeders Gulf Coast Association (TLBGCA), was a great success, with over 149 Longhorns sold at an average price of $1328. The auction was held in the Grimes County Stockyard. With a seating capacity of 450 in the sale room, the auction had a packed house, with those arriving after the start time having to stand, as seats were scooped up early.

Mary Ann Crenshaw, College Station, TX, and Ty Wehring, Houston, TX.

Friday night guests were treated to a pork chop dinner washed down with iced tea or a frozen margarita, to keep the summer heat at bay. After dinner, many took the opportunity to bid on the silent auction items as well as browse through the vendor booths.

Dr. Bob and Susan Kropp, Perry, OK.

Saturday was a brilliant summer day in Southeast Texas. The sun was shining and the grass was lush and green. Many arrived early to enjoy the burger and fries lunch. Others took the time to save seats in the sale-room for the auction, which began at 1 p.m.

TLBAA’s Jim Curry; Stacy Martinez, Grandview, TX; TLBAA President and CEO Don L King; Andy Martinez, Grandview, TX; and TLBAA Chairman Joel Lemley, Blackwell, TX.

The Highest-Selling Lot ($7,000) was L5B Top Blossom, Consignor: Johnnie and Pat Robinson, Celina, TX. Buyer: Doug and Darnell Muenchow, Floresville, TX.

The second Highest-Selling Lot ($6,200) was La Pluma, Consignor: Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX. Buyer: Billy C. Hudson, Purvis, MS.

Josh Abel, Purvis, MS; Bill McMoran Houston, TX; and Billy C. and Barbara Hudson, Purvis, MS

Seller and Buyer of the 2 nd Highest Selling Lot: Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX. Buyer: Billy Hudson, Purvis, MS.

Best of Texas Sale gets News Coverage from Navasota Examiner.

No only was the Best of Texas Sale in Navasota, TX, a hit over the weekend, but it also got a little news coverage from a local paper. Check out the Web site here.

Mossy Horn Sponsorships Available for Horn Showcase!

For a printable sponsorship form click on the image below.

New Mexico Youth Show and Field Day Cancelled

The August 19, 2006, Texas Longhorn Breeders of New Mexico Field Day and Youth Show is canceled. The TLBNM will try to reschedule.

Upcoming Hill Country Best of the Breed Sale

On August 19, 2006, in Hamilton, TX, at high noon the Hill Country, Best of the Breed Sale will commence. With an abundance of top level consignments already creating a buzz, the sale will be a “can’t miss” event for the Texas Longhorn industry.

Hosted by Mike Crawford and Pam Watkins, the sale 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 July 2006 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.

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!

Cattle Working, Selection Demonstrations to be Held at the Texas A&M Short Course

COLLEGE STATION - Whether a novice or veteran beef producer, there will be something of interest for everyone at the Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course scheduled Aug. 7-9 with 17 educational sessions to choose from, organizers said.

“It’s shaping up to be one of the largest short courses ever,” said Dr. Jason Cleere, Texas Cooperative Extension beef cattle specialist and conference coordinator.

The three-day program to be held on the Texas A&M University campus is sponsored by Texas Cooperative Extension.

This year’s short course educational sessions have valuable information for the most novice rancher, as well as the most experienced cattleman, Cleere said.

Many changes and new innovations are being introduced to the beef industry and this year’s program highlights many of these issues, said Dr. Larry Boleman, assistant deputy vice chancellor and conference director. “One of the most exciting aspects of the short course each year is the Cattleman’s College,” Boleman said.

Participants can select from more than 60 hours of beef cattle instructional training through seminars, workshops and demonstrations taught by more than 50 different speakers.

Traditionally, the Wednesday morning sessions provide hands-on demonstrations for participants, Cleere said. This year there are several live animal demonstrations that participants can choose from. “Selecting top quality cattle is one of the most effective ways to improve profitability in a cow-calf operation,” said Paul Maulsby, Texas A&M University Beef Center Manager. “Many new genetic selection technologies are available, but visual selection is still an important aspect in identifying top quality cattle.”

Maulsby will demonstrate for participants how to select their next herd bull or set of replacement females.

Gathering cattle with the help of working cow-dogs as well as basic beef cattle behavior principles will be outlined at the cattle handling session. Low stress and practical cattle handling will be the focus of both of these demonstrations.

Producing quality beef is hopefully the goal of most cattle producers, said Rich Machen, Extension beef cattle specialist.

“The chute side demonstration to be held at the TAMU Beef Center will focus on processing procedures that improve calf value and more importantly improve the quality of calves produced on the ranch.” Proper vaccination techniques, dehorning, and castration will be demonstrated.

Other topics to be covered on Wednesday include beef carcass value determination, maintaining production and financial records, and an opportunity to obtain a private pesticide applicator’s license.

Short course registration is $120 per participant (if registered by July 31), and includes admission to the conference, a copy of the short course proceedings (a 300-page publication), trade show admittance, tickets to the special Aggie prime rib dinner, additional meals and refreshment breaks. There will also be opportunities to obtain five pesticide continuing education units and numerous Beef Quality Assurance credits.

Producers interested in attending may obtain additional information or register online at http://animalscience.tamu.edu or by contacting Cleere’s office at (979) 845-6931 for more information.

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. Cost for this beautiful Texas Longhorn Sculpture will be $600, which is considered a donation to the museum – a non-profit organization.

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.

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 as inventories

numbers remain low. Demand very good on a limited supply of hay. This allows

some producers to market their commodity directly from the field. Prices remain

firm on all classes. Moisture was scattered across the state this week with

most measurable amounts collected in the Northern and Central areas. This has

caused some grass pastures and hay fields to green up and begin to produce

forage. Drought conditions still exist throughout the state with most

situations occurring in the Western and Southern areas. Due to the limited

supply of hay around livestock producers continue to look for needs from long

distances or out of state. Production costs continue to be at high levels as

producers yields having been less than desired. Producers reporting some yields

have been 50 percent less than last year. 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.

Upcoming TLBAA Board of Directors Meeting

Saturday, July 29 – 1 p.m.

Hilton Arlington

2401 East Lamar Boulevard

Arlington, Texas 76006

-Cole Dowden

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