Canada Confirms Eighth BSE Case 

Yesterday (August 23, 2006), the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) confirmed its eighth case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). A test conducted as part of the country’s ongoing surveillance program returned a positive result. CFIA describes the BSE-positive animal, which was from Alberta, as a “mature cross-bred Charolais.” Based on its age, exposure to the BSE agent likely occurred either before the 1997 feed ban introduction or during its early implementation. More information is available on CFIA’s Web site: http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/corpaffr/newcom/2006/20060823e.shtml. - NCBA

Johanns Speaks at ID Expo, Assures Confidentiality of NAIS
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns told those attending the National Animal ID Info Expo on Wednesday that information collected through the National Animal Identification System will be kept confidential and used only in the event of a disease outbreak. Johanns said private vendors would collect and maintain the data, making it off-limits to federal open-records laws. "It is not data that is controlled and owned by USDA, so we can protect confidentiality," he said.  – Drover’s Alert by Drover’s Journal
 

Farm Progress Show to be held in Iowa August 29-31

The 53rd annual Farm Progress Show is scheduled for Aug. 29-31 at the Amana Colonies facility near Amana, Iowa. This, the nation’s leading outdoor farm show, showcases state-of-the-art information and technology in the form of agricultural equipment, products and services. For more information, visit the Farm Progress Show Web site.                                 - Hereford eNews

Cattle-Fax Market Update

Live cattle futures closed marginally higher with August up $0.15 at $87.20 and October up $0.02 at $91.45.  

Feeder cattle futures ended steady to slightly lower with August down $0.07 at $115.90 and September down $0.22 at $116.05.  

Corn futures traded $0.03-0.04 higher, adding pressure to softer feeder cattle futures.  Fed trade remained quiet with limited packer inquiry.  

Asking prices are at $88 to $89 live and $139 to $140 in the beef.  Bids were limited to the South at $82 to $83 live.  

Boxed beef values were weaker for the day with moderate to heavy offerings noted.  Choice dropped $0.79 to $147.63 and 

Select fell $0.65 to $136.87.  Movement improved on Wednesday with 441 loads for the day. To join Cattle-Fax, call (800) 825-7525.

                                          				    - Reported by Cattle-Fax on August 23, 2006  

Missouri Cattlemen’s Update

2006 Sale of Champions Sets Record Yet Again

Youth in Agriculture Day was celebrated Saturday, August 19 at the 2006 Missouri State Fair, with the highlight being yet another record setting auction at the annual Sale of Champions. The sale raised $129,200 to benefit Missouri youth involved in agriculture.

The opening lot was the Grand Champion Steer, exhibited by Brant Harvey of Lamar. The 1,310-pound Crossbred steer sold for $23,000. It was purchased by Monsanto and hometown supporters. Brant’s steer was donated to the Missouri FFA Leadership Fund.

The Grand Champion Market Hog, exhibited by Christopher Perry, of Bethel, was next. The 261-pound Crossbred hog was purchased by Mid-Missouri Energy and hometown supporters for $17,000. The Grand Champion Barrow was donated to the University of Missouri Tiger Training Table.

Jake Campbell, of Green City, exhibited the Grand Champion Market Lamb. Bank Midwest, along with hometown supporters, purchased the 144-pound Suffolk lamb for $12,000. The Missouri 4-H Foundation received the lamb from Bank Midwest.

The Grand Champion Pen of Rabbits followed, exhibited by Kevin Rugen, of California. The Californian rabbits were purchased by Missouri State Fair Concessionaires and Commercial Exhibitors and hometown supporters for $5,100. The rabbits were donated to the Missouri State Fair Foundation.

Cady Littlefield, of Diamond, exhibited the Grand Champion Pen of Chickens. The Cornish Cross Broilers sold to Edward Jones along with hometown support for $5,000. The Grand Champion Pen of Chickens was donated to the University of Missouri Tiger Training Table.

The Grand Champion Meat Goat was exhibited by Joshua Bullock, of Clinton. The Boer-Cross goat was bought for $9,000 by MFA Incorporated along with hometown support. MFA Incorporated donated the goat to the Missouri FFA Leadership Fund.

The Reserve Champion Steer, a crossbred, was shown by Claire Martin, of Curryville. This 1,290- pound steer was purchased for $20,000 by Miller County Regional Stockyards and hometown supporters. The steer was donated to the University of Missouri Tiger Training Table.

Katelyn Van Bummel, of El Dorado Springs, showed the Reserve Champion Barrow. The 275-pound crossbred barrow was purchased for $16,000 through a partnership of ADM and Farmland Foods, Inc., along with hometown supporters. The Reserve Champion Barrow was donated to the Missouri FFA Leadership Fund and the Missouri 4-H Foundation.

Brady Minear, of Livonia, exhibited the Reserve Champion Market Lamb. The Crossbred lamb weighed 133-pounds, and was purchased for $8,500 by Briarwood Angus Farms – Dr. Curtis and Ann Long, Edward Jones & Associates and hometown support. Minear had the Grand Champion Market Lamb last year. The Reserve Champion Lamb was donated to Ozarks Food Harvest, Springfield.

The Reserve Champion Pen of Rabbits was exhibited by Sara Gerdeman, of Warrenton. Sara’s Californian rabbits sold for $3,100 to Missouri Propane, Bank Midwest and hometown support. The Pen of Rabbits were donated to the Missouri FFA Leadership Fund.

The Reserve Champion Pen of Chickens sold for $3,500 to Mid-Missouri Energy, Mark’s Brothers Vending and L & D Enterprises/Subway along with hometown support. Andrew Helton, of Macon, exhibited the Cornish cross birds. The Reserve Champion Pen of Chickens was donated to the Central Missouri Food Bank, Columbia.

MU Independent Aggies and the Missouri Meat Goat Producers Association purchased the Reserve Grand Champion Meat Goat for $6,000. The Boer-Cross was exhibited by Cheyenne Hunt, of Mexico.

At the end of the Sale, auctioneer Mike Williams announced that $129,200 was the grand total, with each animal breaking all previous sales records. This made the 2006 Missouri State Fair Sale of Champions the most successful sale to date.      

                                                                                                                                - Missouri State Fair

Beef Field Day scheduled for October 7 at MU South Farm

A full day of beef research results and farm demonstrations will be offered Saturday, Oct. 7, at the University of Missouri South Farm.

"We will show an array of beef research and extension programs conducted at the farm," said Bob Weaber, MU Extension geneticist. "We have timely information on beef cattle nutrition, reproduction, management and genetics for beef producers."

Speakers will discuss ethanol byproduct feeds, animal identification, beef sire selection, and the value of genetic, source and process verification.

Luncheon talks will include a cattle market update by Ron Plain, MU Extension economist. Mike John, president of the National Cattlemen's Beef Association, will give an update on beef industry issues. Fred Ferrell, director of the Missouri Department of Agriculture, has been invited to discuss the importance of beef in the Missouri economy.

"The farm has recent upgrades and renovations to support the educational programs," said Phillip Brooks, South Farm manager. "This is the first field day in many years to be held at the farm."

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. At 9 a.m., the practical demonstrations begin. Free lunch will be served at noon; advance registration for the meal is required. Register by calling Judy Burton at 573-882-7327. Speeches in the main tent begin at 9:30 a.m. Those will be repeated in the afternoon starting at 2 p.m. The program ends at 4:30 p.m.

The talks include: "Use of Dried Distillers Grain Solubles for Cow-Calf Herds and Backgrounding," by Jim Williams, MU researcher; "Missouri Perspective on animal ID," by Taylor Woods, assistant state veterinarian; "Tools and Tips for Beef Sire Selection," by Bob Weaber; "Value of Genetic, Source and Process Verification," by Kent Haden, head of the livestock division of MFA, Inc.

Demonstrations include artificial insemination, nutrition, management and genetic technologies.

Beef exhibits and equipment displays from the ag industry will be open for viewing throughout the day. There will be a farm animal exhibit area and other activities for children.

Pasture walks will showcase renovated and newly re-fenced grazing paddocks. MU livestock specialists will be available for answering questions in addition to the Q&A sessions after each talk. The MU farm is located 2.6 miles south of the AC exit on Highway 63. It is on Old Millers Road, behind the KOMU-TV tower.                                                                                       - University of Missouri

Mid Missouri Cattlemen’s Association plans Feedlot Tour, Chili Cook-off

Feedlot tour - In view of the successful feedlot and packing plant tour the Mid Missouri Cattlemen’s Association enjoyed in March, and by popular request, we have scheduled a 3-day, 2-night trip to Iowa on September 21-23. September 21 we will tour a feedlot located in Macona, Iowa and a Packing House on the 22nd with a cattleman’s dinner that evening.  We plan on leaving the Miller County Regional Stockyards at 6:00 a.m. September 21 and will return on the 23^rd.  We would be happy to have any fellow Cattlemen join us.  For reservations or questions, please phone (573) 392-5572 or (573) 636-6700.

Chili Cook-off - On October 21, the Mid Missouri Cattlemen’s Association will host a Men’s Chili Cook-Off.  The event will be held at the Miller County Regional Stockyards, with serving from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. Teams or individuals are welcome. Registration must be made by calling the Stockyards at (573) 392-5572. Entries will be judged and prizes will be awarded. Mike John, President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association will be one of the judges and will speak following the meal.

Girls, dust off those cook books - you are invited to bring any baked goods to sell during the cook-off.  The winner of the Browning Shotgun raffle will be drawn after the meal, tickets will be available up to the time of drawing from any board member or at the Stockyards.                                                 - Mid Missouri Cattlemen’s Association

Calendar of Events

Aug. 26             Tri County Cattlemen – Art Bryant Farm, Richland, 5:00 p.m.

Aug. 31             Texas County Cattlemen – Mt. Grove YMCA, 6:00 p.m.

Aug. 31             Boone County Cattlemen – MU Beef Farm, south of Columbia, 6:00 p.m.

Sept. 5              Southwest Cattlemen – Southwest Research Center, Mt. Vernon, 7:00 p.m.

Sept. 11            Sullivan County Cattlemen – Harris Fire Station, Harris, 6:30 p.m.

Sept. 21            Henry County Cattlemen – Artesian Park Shelter #2, Clinton, 5:30 p.m.

Sept. 21-23       Mid-Missouri Cattlemen’s Feedlot Tour to Iowa

For more cattle industry events, visit www.mocattle.com/calendar.htm

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