Highlights:
155 Registered Lots
Top Ten Lots Averaged: $1,857
Registered Average: $645
Commercial Average: $324

Volume Buyers: Hal Brame, Moyers, OK; James Watson, Tioga, TX; John Donaho, Sulphur, OK; Steve Burrus, Whitewright, TX; Jamey Stephens, Irene, TX.

Many TLBAA members enjoyed the TLBAA Best at West Membership Sale at the West Auction in West, TX, on March 1, 2008, where 155 TLBAA registered Texas Longhorns sold averaging $645 per lot and 172 commercial lots averaged $324 per lot.

The High Selling Lot was DAY’S FIRE A DANCING, selling for $5,250. Justin Woods, Baird, TX, bought her from consignor Barbara Schmidt, Floresville, TX.

Diane, Jordan and Justin Woods, Baird, TX.

Members who arrived on Friday night enjoyed a barbeque dinner provided by Tim and Kassandra Cross, Cameron, TX, and adult beverages provided by Paul and Mari-Kathryn Braswell, Forestburg, TX.

Preston, Tim and Kassandra Cross, Cameron, TX.

Mari-Kathryn and Paul Braswell, Forestburg, TX.

High Selling Lot:

$5,250 – DAY’S FIRE A DANCING (2004 daughter of Merlot 2/0 and Day’s Tildie). Consignor: Barbara Schmidt, Floresville, TX. Buyer: Justin Woods, Baird, TX.

Kevin and Ron Asbill, Tyler, TX; John Payne, Ada, OK.

Other High Selling Lots:

$2,500 – OBVIOUS SUE (2006 daughter of JM Sue and Obvious Linda Lou). Consignor: Barbara Schmidt, Floresville, TX. Buyer: Rugged Cross Ranch, Keller, TX.

$1,850 – JL RATTLES (2004 daughter of Levi 6 and Gentle Persuasion). Consignors: Joel and Shirley Lemley, Blackwell, TX. Buyers: Mike and Stacey Taylor, Denton, TX.

$1,800 – FRECKLETTE (2006 daughter of Kobra and PC Miss Shasta). Consignors: Brian and Linda Street, Boca Raton, FL. Buyers: Ron and Kevin Asbill, Tyler, TX.

$1,750 – A DAY TO REMEMBER (2001 daughter of Ace’s Quicksilver and Day’s Delta Dawn). Consignor: Barbara Schmidt, Floresville, TX. Buyer: Charles East, Dallas, TX.

Mike Crawford, Zephyr, TX; Joel Lemley, Blackwell, TX.

$1,650 – FRECKLES EASTER (2003 daughter of Easter TM and Freckles). Consignors: Brian and Linda Street, Boca Raton, FL. Buyer: Joe Van Horn, Ennis, TX.

$1,300 – HUBBELL’S QUEEN BLADE (2001 daughter of Lethal Blade and Hubbell Miss Wide Spread) Consignor: Charley and Doris Snyder, Elgin, OK. Buyer: Bob Dube, Round Top, TX.

$1,200 – BRINK WHIRLWIND MOTION (2002 daughter of WLC Okla Whirlwind and L5B Dixie’s Motion). Consignors: Brian and Linda Street, Boca Raton, FL. Buyers: Don and Andrea Bordelon, Moody, TX.

$1,150 – EMMA SCOTT (2001 daughter of Frank A. Scott and MF Red Gal). Consignors: Marshall and Mary Ann Crenshaw, College Station, TX. Buyer: Henry Groppe, Houston, TX.

Dan Tisdale, Bowie, TX; TLBAA Special Events Manager Allison Chipman.

$1,125 – WD KING CONQUEST (1999 son of King Whisper and GMR 1442-2). Consignor: John TL Jones, Abilene, TX. Buyer: Jamey Stephens, Irene, TX.

$1,000 – FIRE SIDE FRIEND (2005 daughter of Coachwhip and Day’s Tildie). Consignor: Barbara Schmidt, Floresville, TX. Buyer: Will Ford, Fort Worth, TX.

See More Photos in the Web Gallery.

March 10th Pre-Catalog Consignment Deadline for the May Best at West

If you would like to have your Best at West consignments included in the pre-catalog, mail or email good quality photos to TLBAA Sales Management. Consignment paperwork can be faxed or mailed – download a consignment packet from the TLBAA Web site. If you need assistance or have questions, contact Sales Assistant Kim Barfield for a Best at West Consignment Packet at (817) 625-6241 or Kim@tlbaa.org. See more photos from the March TLBAA Best at West Sale in the Web Gallery.

2008 Houston Livestock Show Judges Announced

Youth Show – 8 am - March 16, 2008 – Judge: Jim Williams, Boling, TX. Showmanship to follow after youth show concludes.

Open Show – 2:30 pm - March 16, 2008 – Judge: Dr. Bill Able, Miami, OK.

TLBT Members Welcome to Apply for Mosser Family Scholarship and TLBT Gratuity Program

All active TLBT members are welcome to apply for the Mosser Family Memorial Scholarship to be awarded at the 2008 World Show.

The Texas Longhorn Breeders Association Foundation established the Mosser Family Memorial Scholarship Fund in memory of TLBAA Member and Longhorn breeder Rex Mosser’s beloved wife Vicki and son Philip.

TLBAA members have contributed to the scholarship fund throughout the year publicly at Longhorn sales and making private donations. Because of the generosity of our TLBAA members, the Mosser Family Memorial Scholarship is possible. The donation will help some wonderful, deserving students attend school in the future.

Please read over the following information carefully to make sure you qualify for the

Mosser Family
Memorial Scholarship:

What is the guideline?

• Must be a current TLBAA member or TLBT member.

• High school senior or currently enrolled in college.

• Full-time student if enrolled in a post-secondary institution.

• Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 4.0 on a 5.0 scale. Appropriate school transcripts must be submitted with application.

• At least one letter of recommendation must be written by someone who is not a family member or relative of the applicant, and should be mailed from the writer directly to the attention of the Scholarship Committee Chair, Dr. Zech Dameron III to the TLBAA Headquarters at 2315 N. Main St., # 402, Fort Worth, TX, 76164.

• Submit an essay with reasons why you should receive this scholarship. This typed essay should be no longer than one page, double-spaced in 12-point type.

What is the deadline to apply?

The application must be postmarked by May 15, 2008

How do I obtain a copy of the application?

1. Contact the TLBAA office and request a copy to be mailed, faxed or emailed to you.

2. Visit the TLBAA Web site to download the application.

Who judges my application for a scholarship?

The Mosser Family Memorial Scholarship Committee will be appointed by Rex Mosser and they will judge the applicants.

What can the scholarship be used for?

The scholarships are solely for educational expenses: books, supplies, tuition, fees, and room and board. The check will be made to the institute of learning.

Applications are also being accepted for the TLBT Gratuity Program. Applicants can be any youth member of the TLBT or current age appropriate member of the TLBAA who is actively working with the Texas Longhorn breed. For more information download the application and guidelines from the TLBAA Web site. (Adobe PDF Reader Required to View Application and Guidelines.)

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Northwest Longhorn Association Gearing Up for West Coast Registered Texas Longhorn Sale

June 21, 2008, 1 pm
Aurora, OR
Auctioneer: Joel Lemley, Blackwell, TX
Sponsor: Northwest Longhorn Association

Where better to have a Texas Longhorn Sale than in the beautiful Pacific Northwest? You can plan your vacation and attend a high quality Longhorn Sale all in one. The sale will be held at Lone Star Ranch in Aurora, OR, at 1 pm on June 21.

The location is fantastic with ocean beaches on the Pacific Ocean, mountain skiing, salmon fishing, beautiful rivers and forests, hiking, swimming, museums vineyards, rose gardens and the end of the historical Oregon Trail. 

The Portland, Oregon International Airport is only 25 miles from the sale arena. There are many hotels and bed and breakfast establishments in the area.

According to sale organizer Sheryl Johnson, the sale cattle are of the highest quality in the Northwest and can compete with anything nationally. 

“In November, six winners in the TLBAA Horn showcase came from the West Coast,” Johnson said in an email to the Trails. “The cattle from this area are also outstanding in the show ring. Just look at the latest edition of the Trails and check out how many TLBAA Hall of Fame animals are from this area.”

With an affiliate fueled by a hard-working group of people with the united goal of showcasing Texas Longhorn cattle to anyone and everyone this highly anticipated sale in the northwest looks to be a barn-burner.

“We will have donation lots in the sale for deep-sea fishing trips and much more.

Mark your calendar and plan to attend the sale, and go on vacation at the same time,” Johnson said.

To request an entry packet or sale program, contact either Sheryl Johnson at (503) 349-4985, J5longhorns@yahoo.com or Daniel Fey at (503) 662-4820, daniel@feylonghorns.com.

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Longhorn Obituary – Tango

1987 – 2008

The Longhorn bull, Tango (TLBAA Registration #38885 and A.I. # 543), bred by Owen McGill, died on Sunday March 2, 2008, at the ripe old age of 21 years.

Tango was born on February 20, 1987, and according to TLBAA registry records has 99 registered Longhorn offspring and was highly prized for his horns. Current owners Sharon and Lynn Garner, Ranger, TX, notified the TLBAA via email about Tango’s death.

“We purchased him in 1999 and he lived his older years here at Garner Creek Farms in Ranger, TX, able to roam free as a pet since his breeding days ended,” Sharon Garner said. “We will miss him!”

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2008 NTLBA Spring Show This Weekend! Make Plans to Attend!

March 7-9, 2008, Glen Rose, TX

Please call Trigg Moore at 254-396-5 592 or TriggM@Triple-T-Longhorns.com for more information.

2008 NTLBA Spring Show Judges:

Dr. Bob Kropp – Youth

John T. Baker – Non-Haltered and Haltered Steers

Lana Hightower – Open Haltered

Below is a list of activities planned:

Show Calf Clinic
Youth Judging
Friday March 7 – Move in
Saturday March 8 – Haltered/Non-Haltered
Sunday March 9 – Youth Show
MAKE PLANS TO ATTEND!

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Transcripts Available for the TLBAA General Membership Meetings

Now available for download are the transcripts from the TLBAA General Membership Meeting and the TLBAA Board Meeting held on Friday, January 11, 2008, and the expulsion hearing held on Saturday, January 12, 2008.

You may download them from the TLBAA Board Minutes page (Note: Adobe Reader is required to view these PDF documents – download a copy of Adobe at their Web site). If you would like a printed copy of these minutes mailed, there will be a nominal processing fee. Contact Dennis Wright at (817) 625-6241 or dennis@tlbaa.org to obtain a printed copy.

Still unavailable from the court reporter service are the transcripts from the Thursday, January 10, 2008, TLBAA Board of Directors Meeting. As soon as these transcripts are delivered to the TLBAA, they will be posted on the E-Trails.

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E-Trails Breeders Directory Adds Interactive Map

The E-Trails Breeders Directory has added an interactive map embedded with links to the states and territories that have listings in the directory. Check out the Breeder’s Directory here! The E-Trails Breeders Directory is a popular part of the E-Trails Web site that receives a large portion of the traffic to the Web site. The directory offers TLBAA members a place to be listed alongside their neighbors when potential Longhorn buyers and enthusiasts look for Longhorn breeders in their area. To have your ranch listed, download this PDF, fill it out and send it to the TLBAA office today!

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Drought Conditions Update

Click here for information about the seasonal drought conditions and updated national drought information directly from The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Here is an additional weekly drought monitor from NOAA.

Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture

Click here for information about the seasonal drought conditions and updated national drought information directly from The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Here is an additional weekly drought monitor from NOAA.

Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture

Compared to last week: Prices remain steady. Trade activity and movement moderate. Demand is moderate. Some areas still have a lot of Coastal Bermuda hay supplies left over, and are concerned about getting it sold before a new crop begins. Comments have been made that these producers are now just trying to recover baling costs and are reducing prices. Reports have been made about the increasing costs of fertilizer, and some are concerned that in order to avoid higher costs that some might apply very little and yields might suffer. Most areas received more rain this past week, which has helped the pasture and rangeland conditions, as well as winter wheat conditions, although, some areas have also been experiencing windy conditions, which has depleted some of the moisture received. Most areas are still dry, and some still have burn bans in effect and others have experienced wildfires. Soil moisture has been rated as very short to adequate, with most at short. Pasture and rangeland conditions are very poor to fair, with most at poor. Winter wheat conditions are very poor to good condition, most at fair. Supplemental feeding continues.

The State of Texas Department of Agriculture has the Hay and Grazing Hotline set up for buyers and sellers. The number is 1-877-429-1998. The Web site for TDA is www.agr.state.tx.us. For a hay report from a state other than Texas, click here.

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