2008 6th Annual Dixie Classic Sale Results - Join in the Fun at the STLA Field Day - Prairie State Longhorn Association Affiliate News - Student Receives Accolades for Longhorn Crossed Cow in Canada - New Edition of the TLBAA Texas Longhorn Cookbook Accepting Submissions! - 2008 World Show Gold Merit Donated Heifers - Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture
2008 6th Annual Dixie Classic Sale Results
April 12, 2008 - Gulfport, MS
April 12, 2008
Gulfport, MS
Auctioneer: Joel Lemley
Commentary: Kaso Kety
Sale Hosts: Bruce and Susan Easterly; Maurice and Ann Ladnier
HIGHLIGHTS:
115 Lots Averaged: $1,301
Top Ten Lots Averaged: $4,205
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Sale Hosts Susan and Bruce Easterly, Denham Springs, LA. |
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Sale Hosts Ann and Maurice Ladnier, Perkinston, MS. |
TLBAA members from across the country found their way to Gulfport, MS, on April 11-12, for the 6th Annual Dixie Classic Sale. On Friday night chicken jambalaya and cole slaw was served as sale attendees previewed the cattle and enjoyed the chance to catch up with old friends.
A TLBAA Horn Showcase Satellite Measuring Certification was held at 10 am on Saturday for TLBAA members interested in hosting satellite measuring. At the certification, TLBAA Board Member Donnie Taylor, who is also the measurement supervisor for the Showcase, showed all the correct way to take a horn measurement. Also on hand was the 2008 TLBAA Horn Showcase Chairman Brent Bolen, Lufkin, TX, who said, “The more the merrier, guys. The more we measure at the satellite measurings, the easier it will be at the Horn Showcase.”
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Joel Lemley, Blackwell, TX, assists TLBAA Board Member Donnie Taylor, Huntington, TX, in a 2008 Horn Showcase Certification session before the Dixie Classic Sale. |
On Saturday, the crayfish were boiling and the shucking tables were crowded as attendees enjoyed the Cajun delight. The first lot sold was a donation lot benefiting TLBAA Board Member Bob Larson, who recently had a fire on his ranch in Tillamook, OR. The lot was donated by TLBAA Board Member and Sale Host Maurice Ladnier, Perkinston, MS, and sold three times with the following buyers: TLBAA Chairman Dr. Fritz Moeller, Socorro, NM; TLBAA Board Member Dr. Zech Dameron, Coppell, TX; James Hart, Baker, FL.
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Donnie Yates, Lizana, MS, pours fresh crayfish on the shucking tables. |
During the sale, the high selling lot was RUTLEDGE’S KRYSTAL, consigned by Luke Rutledge, Lindale, TX, and bought for $6,600, by Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX.
Volume Buyers: Larry and Nancy Taylor, Laurel, MS; Terry Creel, New Orleans, LA; Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX; Matt Westmoreland, Franklinton, LA; Ladnier Farms, Saucier, MS.
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Kyle, Nancy and Larry Taylor, Laurel, MS. |
High Selling Lot:
$6,600 – RUTLEDGE’S KRYSTAL (2006 daughter of Watson 167 and Rutledge’s Speckled Lady). Consignor: Luke Rutledge, Lindale, TX. Buyer: Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX.
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Luke Rutledge, Lindale, TX; Darlene Aldridge and John Parmley, Somerville, TX. |
Other High Selling Lots:
$5,900 – RUTLEDGE’S TUMBLE BUG (2005 daughter of Rutledge’s Black Diamond and Rutledge’s Rhythm 17-9). Consignor: Luke Rutledge, Lindale, TX. Buyer: Brent and Cynthia Bolen, Lufkin, TX.
$5,900 – FMR SCARLET SURPRISE (2004 daughter of Diamond W Desperado and Bubba Bab 933). Consignors: Randy and Jamie Briscoe, Kingfisher, OK. Buyer: Terry Creel, New Orleans, LA.
$4,900 – SOUTHERN COBALT (2004 daughter of Roan Denim FM 102 and Southern Cherakee). Consignor: Maurice Ladnier, Perkinston, MS. Buyer: Robert Fenza, West Chester, PA.
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Ted Aycock, Vancleave, MS; Todd Aycock (standing), Vancleave, MS, TLBAA Board Member Carl Brantley Wilkesboro, NC; Tim Aycock(standing), Vancleave, MS; Jimmy Mundy, Mount Airy, NC. |
$4,400 – SOUTHERN USUAL (2003 daughter of Windchime BW 11 and Southern Common). Consignor: Maurice Ladnier, Perkinston, MS. Buyer: Matt Westmoreland, Franklinton, LA.
$3,100 – TWISTIN’ OFF 225 (2002 daughter of Mr. Twister 929 and Thunder’s 170 D).Consignors: Randy and Jamie Briscoe, Kingfisher, OK. Buyer: Khaos Cattle Company, Monroe, NC.
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TLBAA Board Member Gene Juranka, Deridder, LA; Danny Guffey, Section, AL; Sale Host and TLBAA Board Member Maurice Ladnier, Perkinston, MS; Charlie Le Blanc, Lake Charles, LA; TLBAA Board Member Dr. Bob Kropp, Perry, OK. |
$3,000 – BEAUJO’S BONITA STAR (1999 daughter of Little Ace Beaujo and Sweet Juanita) Consignor: Kaso and Lisa Kety, Folsom, LA. Buyer: Matt Westmoreland, Franklinton, LA.
$3,000 – RUTLEDGE’S MISS DIEGO (1995 daughter of Blackwood’s Deigo and Miss Somewhere). Consignor: Star Creek Ranch, Somerville, TX. Buyer: Jack Willy, Bastrop, TX.
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Debbie Lambrecht, Alex, OK; TLBAA Board Member Donnie Taylor, Huntington, TX. |
See more photos in the Dixie Classic Web Gallery.
Join in the Fun!
The South Texas Longhorn Association
invites you to the 2008 STLA Spring Field Day
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Hosted By Kimble Cattle Company at Karnes City, TX
The Home of World Champion Trophy Steer WOW KCC
Learn more about the Kimbles' 30-year Texas Longhorn breeding program!
Ranch Tours, Guest Speaker, Fun, Food & Fellowship with
other breeders in the South and Central Texas areas.
All are Welcome!
See full details and driving directions at www.stla.org
Prairie State Longhorn Association Affiliate News
Submitted by Deanna Sanders - PSLA Secretary/Treasurer
The Prairie State Longhorn Association (PSLA), a TLBAA affiliate, met in February at The Maverick Steakhouse in Litchfield, IL, for their election of officers and to plan the PSLA 2008 calendar of events.
The new PSLA Officers are:
President: Barb Gajewski
Vice President: Janet Fowler
Secretary/Treasurer: Deanna Sanders
Board of Directors:
Ward Casteel, Bob Smith,
Steve Tucker, Rosalie Brackebusch,
Lily Luster and Scott Simmons
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The PSLA membership elected their new affiliate board members at their recent meeting in February. |
May 10, 2008 – Rosalie Brackebusch will host the first annual Longhorn Swap Day and potluck where Longhorn breeders will get together and buy, sell or swap Longhorns and Corky Helms will put on a presentation on barbed wire. Later in the day we will get out our branding irons and brand items (boards) for each other.
June 21, 2008 – Todd Johnson Ranch Tour, Waterloo, IL, 10:30 – 11:00 am pasture tour following l unch.
August 1-2, 2008 – Jim & Jodi Smalls Attica, IN ranch tour and meal on the 1 st. August 2 nd.ORVTLA Longhorn Show in Veedersburg, Indiana (for info on sale contact Jim Small Attica, In at hdwe@hotmail.com)
October 11, 2008 – Second Annual Horn Showcase Satellite Measuring in Litchfield, IL, at Tractor Supply Co. For more information contact PSLA Secretary Deanna Sanders at (618) 780-5365 or dsanders@swetland.net. (vendors welcome)
Please be sure and check out our website at www.prairiestatelonghorns.com for news and events
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Student Receives Accolades for Longhorn Crossed Cow in Canada
Submitted by TLBAA Board Member Deb Lesyk
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Kelsy Hepfner and her crossbred 4-H heifer “Jangling Ice”. |
This year Kelsy Hepfner, Leduc, Alberta, Canada, joined the Telford 4-H Multi Club. For her beef project, she chose a heifer out of a registered Texas Longhorn cow and sired by a registered Black Angus bull. In January, the 4-H club had their speech competition and Kelsy spoke about the “Value of a Texas Longhorn”. She did extremely well for her first time and even received a comment from a judge quoting, “I do not own Texas Longhorns but after listening to your speech, I would like to go out and buy some.” Well done, Kelsy!
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New Edition of the TLBAA Texas Longhorn Cookbook Accepting Submissions!
The TLBAA has begun compiling recipes for the new edition of the TLBAA Texas Longhorn Cookbook and wants your favorite recipes to be included. Please send them to the TLBAA office either by mail at 2315 N. Main St. #402, Fort Worth, TX, 76164 or email them to Michelle Reese at Michelle@tlbaa.org.
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2008 World Show Gold Merit Donated Heifers and Sponsors Welcome!
Sponsorships for the 2008 World Show Now Available Click Here for More Information!
We need four heifers for Gold Merit – if you would like to donate a heifer call or email Allison Chipman at (817) 625-6241 or Allison@tlbaa.org.
A special thanks to the TLBAA member listed below for donating heifers to the TLBT Gold Merit competition.
- Dana and Charlie Buenger – Wasp Creek Ranch
- David and Kathy Adams – Shoot ‘N Star Ranch
- Donnie and Marilyn Taylor – 4 T Longhorns
- Robert and Bobbie Church – Pecan Hill Ranch
- The Heart of Texas Longhorn Association
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Weekly Hay Report from the Texas Department of Agriculture
Compared to last week: Prices remain mostly unchanged. Demand and movement are moderate. There are still some areas that remain very dry and windy, which has worsened drought conditions and fire danger. Other areas have received moisture ranging from traces to flooding conditions, while some have experienced hail. Comments have been made that pastures are greening up in areas that have gotten rain and hay crops are looking and growing well. First cutting is a couple days away for some and a month or more away for others. Fuel costs continue to drive some of the market and prices of hay. There has been much talk of new crop, but not many have quoted a set price. With the feedlots losing money and not going to get many more cattle in the future, hay usage has slowed down and doesn't look to be picking up any time soon. Soil moisture levels remain very short to adequate, with most areas at short. Pasture and rangeland conditions are poor to fair. Winter wheat has been reported in poor to fair condition. Some 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.
