Contents AUGUST 2015 VOL. CIl NO. 3


FEATURES 80


84 90 62 Younger Is Better


When it comes to reducing the discomfort of cattle management procedures in your herd, younger cattle bounce back much more quickly and effi ciently than older cattle.


Selfl ess Service Being a soldier and a rancher are 2 career choices that generally do not go together, but for General Butch Funk, they are the perfect combination.


Special To This Issue The Hereford Advantage: It Adds Up


More Money, More Water, More Grass — More Decisions Good cattle prices and great rainfall are providing ranchers with an unexpected windfall. Is 2015 the year to play catch-up in a number of areas? If so, how will you prioritize what your operation needs?


DEPARTMENTS From the Editor


6 CONVERSATIONS 


 From The Cattleman: Vaccination Videos 


12 CATTLE RAISERS COMMUNITY 


 American Hat Member Benefi t  2015 Membership Contest


 Special Ranger Dempsey Speaks at Amarillo Kiwanis Club  Calling for 2016 Cattle Raisers Convention Presentations


Industry News: Neely Takes Title at World Livestock Auctioneer Championship  Names in the News  Bereavements  Seedstock


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26 THEFT AND LAW 


36 RANCHING 


Crime Watch; Arrests; Case Closed


What Plant Is Important in August? Goldenrod (Solidago odora)


 Texas Range Report


 Plan My Land Operation Online Tool Now Available 


Merck Animal Health’s Monthly Health Tip: Calf Supplement Considerations


 Bovine Viral Diarrhea — Be BVD Aware  Preventing Pinkeye in Cattle


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Planning and Preparation Get the Most out of Winter Pasture


 Tips, Tricks Save Cattle Producers Time and Energy  What to Do With Cull Cows and When


96 ISSUES AND POLICY 


Where We Stand: TSCRA Refl ects on 84th Texas Legislative Session


114 THE CATTLEMAN’S PAGES OF HISTORY: 


August 1959


In Every Issue: TSCRA Reference: Leaders, New Members, Special Rangers, Market Inspectors - 98; Calendar - 112; Ad Index - 113; TSCRA Membership Information - following 34; Subscriber Information: 1-800-242-7820 ext. 131


On the Cover: This month’s cover was provided by the American Hereford Association, Kansas City, Mo. Many thanks for AHA’s assistance with the cover and many other photos in this month’s issue.


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Member Programs: August and September Ranching 101; Beef Quality Assurance Training


You’re Invited to a Ranch Gathering in Your Area  TSCRA Policy Conference


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