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FALL 2014 • Volume 3, Issue 1

Special Herd HealtH iSSue

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The official publication of the American Black Hereford Association

Contents

ON THE COVER


Special Herd HealtH iSSue

Photo taken by BHJ staff photographer.

JOuRNal STaffJoe Hoagland

Editor

Natalie HoaglandAdvertising Manager

Gail Lombardino

Designer

BOaRd Of diRECTORSDante McDougald, President

Apple Springs, TX

Steve ZinkeCorning, IA

Norma HoaglandLeavenworth, KS

Trudy DetersFowler, IL

Danny SmithsonLaPlata, MO

Dirck HoaglandLeavenworth, KS

Julie KroeningFosston, MN

Joe HoaglandLeavenworth, KS

Marc SmithNewton, IA

COluMNSPage 6 From the President

Page 21 From the Editor

fEaTuRESPage 5 Anaplasmosis:Coming To A Herd Near You

Page 7 Understanding EPDs By David S. Buchanan and Lauren L. Hulsman Hanna

Page 11 A Sale Catalog. What’s In It For Me?

Page 12 Junior Association News

Page 13 Recipe: Steak Pasta with Roasted Veggies

Page 14 Chef Tour Features Black Hereford Beef

Page 22 Important Black Hereford Dates and Information

25330 Wolcott RoadLeavenworth, KS [email protected]

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Pages 16-19 Breeder Directory

Sale Date:

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Lunch beginning at noon.

Mark Baxter • 16984 - 368 Ave. • Rockham, SD 57470(H) 605-472-3253 • (C) 605-450-0206

Email: [email protected]

The first Black Hereford

bull ever owned at

Baxter Angus Farms

and he is still at work

breeding cows at the

ripe old age of 8.

275 Son of Jakadiamonds out of a Reload cow.

With Angus cows making F1’s.

Jake

She is safe

to Dynasty. There

is a heifer calf in

her due 2/12/15.

DynastyUsed AI’d on

Hereford heifers that showed heat.

TroubadourIncreases frame

on his Black hided calves.


We Proudly Announce The First Ever Black Hereford Production Sale East of the Mississippi.

March 27, 2015 H 7 pm (CST)Sale is at Burley Fields Livestock Center in Horse Cave, KY

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We invite you to come and

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A great event not just

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As we warm for whatever reason, farmers and ranchers face extreme weather events more often and now maladies previously confined to southern states are working their way north. Such is the case with Anaplasmosis. Previously only found in warm tropical and sub-tropical areas, cases are now reported as far north as the Dakotas.

The disease is not directly contagious, but is trans-mitted through the blood stream of one animal to an-other by a vector such as biting flies and mosquitoes. However, it can also be spread via contaminated nee-dles, dehorning equipment, tattoo instruments and castrating knives.

It is caused by extremely small parasites that destroy red blood cells. It results in weight loss, fe-ver, abortion and death. Diagnosis is done by examination of blood un-der a microscope for evidence of the parasite. Affected cattle either die or begin recovery within 4 days after the first signs of the disease. These signs are breathlessness, uncoordi-nated movements and fever. Older animals or animals forced to move or that become excited, die from as-phyxiation due to lack of oxygen in the blood stream. Animals that recover from the disease are carriers and can spread the disease.

In the advanced stages of the disease, when symp-toms appear, there is no effective treatment. Control of ticks and following strict sanitation procedures to stop the spread of the disease to healthy animals is recommended.

CTC (Chlortetracycline) in medicated mineral blocks during fly and tick season will help prevent the spread of Anaplasmosis. There are vaccines available that help reduce the severity of the infection. According to

Meredyth Jones, assistant professor at Texas A&M Veterinary College, “Many times cattle can be infect-ed and show no signs of illness, but during the fall months, if we are called on to examine a sickly, weak cow – Anaplasmosis is high on our list of culprits.”

Younger cattle are better able to regenerate red blood cells and recover, often developing immunity. Older cattle die quickly and are found dead in the pas-ture during the summer heat. Cattle between the ages of six and eight are easier to diagnose. Symp-toms of weight loss and breathlessness are visible for longer periods of time.

The severity of Anaplasmosis depends on the immune status of the animal. Compromised immu-nity caused by other infections or illness raises the health risk associ-ated with this widespread disease. Animals can become infected at any age. Younger animals are less at risk. The older the animal is at the onset of infection, the greater the economic impact through weight loss, abortions and death. In herds or areas where the disease is wide-spread, animals are usually exposed at a young age, giving the herd im-

munity. In those herds, there may be no clinical signs or economic loss even though the herd may be 100% carriers, according to Virginia Tech Extension publica-tion 400-465.

If it is not already there, keeping this disease out of your herd will become more difficult in the future. The economic impact will be felt more in areas where the disease has not previously existed and immunities have not yet developed. The good news is that young, healthy animals often recover and as herds are exposed, the herd will develop its own immunity over time.

aNaPlaSMOSIS:COMING tO a HeRD NeaR YOU

The disease is not directly contagious, but is transmitted through the blood

stream of one animal to another by a vector

such as biting flies and mosquitoes.


AmericAn BlAck Hereford AssociAtion

P.O. Box 313 • Mission, KS 66201-0313Phone: (913) 677-1111

Email: [email protected] www.blackhereford.org

Fellow Black Hereford breeders, this year has been an extraordinary year for the American Black Hereford Association. The Black Hereford breed and the Association haven’t been any stronger than they are today. Registrations and new Memberships are at an all-time High, just as the commercial cattle prices are! We now have 49 new members, in just this year alone; 51 life members, 110 annual members, and 17 junior members.

There are many new and exciting things happening at the American Black Hereford Association today. The formation of a Junior Black Hereford Association and the first Black Hereford Junior Show, in conjunction with the 2014 National Black Hereford Heifer Sale, are just a couple of examples of the hard work and dedication of all our committee members. Establishing a strong Junior Association is a monumental milestone to a relatively new breed as we are. Getting our outstanding Black Hereford cattle out in the show ring for everyone to see is equally as momentous. A strong presence in the Show Arena is crucial for the longevity of a breed association. Supporting our youth is even more so. I encourage each of you to come join us this fall at the Annual Meeting, the Black Hereford Junior Show and the National Black Hereford Heifer Sale. With your support and participation, we can efficaciously end 2014, setting the pace for another exceptional year in 2015 and, hopefully, many more years to come.

I wish to thank each of our breeders for their continued support and dedication to the Black Hereford breed.

Thank You,

Dante McDougaldABHA President

fROM THE PRESidENT:

Dante McDougald


Selection of superior breeding stock is crucially important to the beef industry. The choice of a herd sire has an impact on the resulting calf crop and also affects the performance of the cow herd when daughters are kept as replacements. It is important that beef producers select breeding stock which are superior for economically important traits. This requires a balance between selection for traits of the calf (more efficient growth and superior carcass merit) while also considering cow traits so that calves will be produced more efficiently and consistently. The beef industry has adopted the Expected Progeny Difference (EPD) as the tool for expressing predictions of genetic merit. This makes it possible to make fair genetic merit comparisons of animals from different herds.

Expected Progeny DifferenceThe breeding value of an animal is its value as a potential parent (genetic merit). One-half the estimated breeding value is equal to the Expected Progeny Difference (EPD). It is one-half of the genetic merit because each parent contributes one-half of the genetics in the offspring. The word “difference” implies a comparison. Thus, EPDs let us compare or rank the predicted genetic merit of individual animals. EPDs provide a prediction of future performance for progeny of one individual compared to another individual within a breed for a specific trait. The EPDs are reported in plus or minus values in the units of measurement for the trait. For example, birth, weaning and yearling weight EPDs are reported in pounds. The EPD values may be used to compare only

those animals within a breed. For example, the EPD values for a Hereford bull may not be compared against the EPDs for an Angus or Limousin bull. The use of the EPD for comparative purposes is shown in this example involving weaning weight:

Example of Weaning Weight EPD. Sire A Sire BEPD in pounds +40 10

Expected difference in calf performance = 30 poundsThe example assumes that there is a large group of calves sired by each bull. The cows mated to the two bulls are assumed to be similar and the two groups of calves are managed together.

Using field data for animal evaluationThe performance data for generating EPDs are submitted to breed associations by clients of those

associations. An EPD for an individual animal is calculated by using the performance of that animal, compared to his/her contemporary group, and the performance of all of its relatives, also compared to the their contemporary groups. A contemporary group is a group of calves of the same sex that are born during a specific time frame (usually a single calving season) and are managed together.

Maternal EPDsMaternal ability is an important consideration when evaluating beef cattle performance. Phenotype is the physical expression of the genetic makeup of an animal plus the effects of the environment.

The breeding

value of an animal

is its value as a

potential parent

(genetic merit).

By David S. Buchanan and Lauren L. Hulsman HannaNorth Dakota State University, Department of Animal Sciences

First of a two part series.


David Buchanan grew up in Minnesota and received degrees from North Dakota State University and the University of Nebraska. He joined the faculty of Oklahoma State University in 1980, was ultimately promoted to be the Graduates of Distinction Professor of Animal Science and moved to NDSU in 2007. He assumed responsibility as the Associate Dean for Academic

Programs in the NDSU College of Agriculture, Food Systems and Natural Resources in 2012. His research involved both swine and beef genetics. His teaching career has been noteworthy for its diversity, innovation and concern for students and he has won awards for teaching from the American Society of Animal Science, the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture and the USDA. He provided the original vision for the popular Breeds of Livestock web site. He has been adviser for 13 different student groups and 26 graduate students and is an author on more than 70 refereed articles as well as more than 300 other publications. Dr. Buchanan has been Chair of the OSU

Faculty and President of the American Society of Animal Science. He and his wife Cindy are the parents of Michael, Peter and Amy.

Lauren Hanna is from Navasota, Texas and attended Texas A&M University, where she received her bachelor’s degree in animal science with a minor in business, and her master’s and PhD in animal breeding with an emphasis on genetic associations and prediction of genetic merit in beef cattle using genomic data. Lauren is currently an Assistant Professor at North Dakota

State University in Fargo, where she joined the faculty at NDSU in June of 2013 with a primary appointment in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses related to animal breeding and genetics as well as experimental design and analysis. She also conducts research with interests in the association of genes, interactions, and system approaches to identifying gene networks of beef cattle production traits and their application to enhancing genetic predictions.

In beef cattle, part of the environment for a calf is provided by the dam. The dam makes at least two contributions to the offspring phenotypic value. The Direct Effect is the contribution of the sample half of her genes passed directly to the offspring that directly affect growth. The Maternal Effect is the influence that the cow exerts on the calf by providing an environment in which the calf can grow. For weaning weight, much of this Maternal Effect is expressed through the dam’s milk production. The contribution of the dam is environmental with respect to the calf (mothering ability, milk production, environment, maternal instinct). However, part of this maternal environment is due to the genetics of the dam. Maternal effects are important during the gestation and lactation periods with diminishing effects through post weaning.

Weaning weight is influenced by the genes for growth in the calf and genes for milk (mothering ability) in the cow. There are separate EPD values for these two components. The Weaning Weight EPD evaluates genetic merit for growth and the Milk EPD evaluates genetic merit for mothering ability. The Milk EPD that results from the separation of weaning weight into growth and milk segments is, like any other EPD, fairly simple to use. It is the expected difference in weaning weight of calves from daughters of a particular sire, due to differences in mothering ability. This example illustrates this point:

Example of Milk EPD. Sire 1 Sire 2EPD in pounds +10 -5

Expected difference in calf performance from offspring of daughters, due to differences in maternal ability = 15 pounds

As in the example for weaning weight, similar genetics (other than the two sires) and similar management is assumed.

Several breed associations also calculate a Total Maternal EPD. This is a combination of Weaning Weight EPD and Milk EPD to provide a prediction of the total difference in calf weaning weight due to both direct and maternal effects. The Total Maternal EPD is calculated as the Milk EPD plus one-half of the Weaning Weight EPD.

Total Maternal EPD = Milk EPD + ½ WW EPD

This is illustrated in the following example:Total Maternal EPD. WW EPD Milk EPD Total Maternal EPDBull 1 +40 +10 +30Bull 2 +10 -5 +0Total Maternal EPD (Bull 1) = 1/2(40) + 10 = 30Total Maternal EPD (Bull 2) = 1/2(10) + (-5) = 0The expected total difference in weaning weights of calves from daughters of these two bulls is 30 pounds.


The Animal ModelThe statistical procedure used to produce EPDs is called the “Animal Model”. This name derives from the fact that each individual animal has an EPD. The use of the animal model provides several important features in genetic evaluation of cattle:

Each animal has an EPDDirect and maternal effects can be separatedPerformance of every relative, in comparison with

their contemporary group, is included in the calculation of the EPD

Adjustments are made for the genetic merits of mates. An EPD cannot be inflated for a bull by only mating him to superior cows

Young animals can be compared to older animals

Breed average EPD and Base Year.It would be easy to conclude that the EPD is a comparison to an average animal. This is not an accurate statement. An EPD of 0 is just a representation of a base point. It may be an unspecified point in the history of the data or it may represent a particular year that is designated by the breed association. If the breed has made any genetic change for a trait since

the establishment of the base point, the average EPD for the trait will no longer be zero. Breed associations publish the average EPDs in the sire summaries made available to the public.

AccuracyAccuracy is the measure of confidence associated with an EPD. Each EPD value should have an accuracy assigned to it. It is expressed as a value between 0 and 1. A high accuracy (e.g. > 0.7) means a higher degree of confidence may be placed on the EPD and the EPD value is not expected to change much as further information is gathered. A low accuracy (e.g. < 0.4) means that the EPD may change a great deal as additional information is gathered. Nonparent animals have lower accuracy values than parent animals since no progeny information contributes to their EPD.

Predicting actual performance of calvesEPDs cannot be used to predict actual performance. They are only to be used to predict differences in performance for offspring of two individuals or to rank individuals based upon the expected performance of their offspring.

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Use of EPDs for selection in purebred herds Purebred producers need to use EPDs in their breeding and marketing programs. Competitors are using EPDs and making genetic change in their herds. However, care needs to be exercised when making selection decisions. Selection for extremes in type have caused problems in the past. Similar, or worse, problems may arise if a single performance trait is emphasized.

A more balanced selection program is certainly desirable. Consideration of a balance of growth, carcass, reproduction and maternal traits will yield improvement in overall merit although improvement in any one trait would not be as much as if selection was for only that single trait. Purebred producers are not only the users of EPDs. They also provide the data used in calculating EPDs. Producers are strongly encouraged to provide complete, accurate records on all calves born each year so that useful EPDs can be calculated.

Use of EPDs for selection in commercial herds A commercial producer has a first responsibility of choosing the appropriate breed, or breeds, for his/her program. Once breeds are chosen, examination of what is needed in replacement breeding stock is in order. Some recommendations for commercial scenarios, for growth EPDs, are shown above.

SummaryEPDs have been the genetic improvement tool of record for the beef industry for the past 30+ years. The Animal Breeding Theory behind them is sound. They have been evaluated through research efforts at many institutions around the United States and found to be effective. Continuing research has resulted in more complete and usable EPDs and new genetics information is being incorporated rapidly. As more information is discovered, it is likely that their effectiveness will continue to increase.

Use of individual Birth Weaning Yearling Milka

Terminal sire on mature cows not too high high high --

Bull to use with heifers low moderate moderate consider if keeping heifers

Sire replacement heifers low to moderate moderate to high moderate to high varies


As we move into the start of another sale season, commercial producers explore the genetic opportunities that new bulls can add to their cowherd performance. The information and data included in a sale catalog can be overwhelming. Making good selection decisions requires a buyer to do his homework. Sale day is not the time to begin studying the catalog. You owe it to your operation to avoid spontaneous decisions based solely on phenotype, size on sale day and ancestry of the bull. Do your homework prior to the sale.

To begin the process you have to analyze what you already have. What are the attributes and needs of your herd? What is your vision of your cowherd for the future? What attributes do you need in a new herd sire entering the herd bull battery in your herd? The approach is much like the NFL draft. You need a game plan. What in your herd genetic makeup have you targeted for improvement? Calving ease, replacement females, terminal cross considerations to maximize marketing endpoints, disposition, maternal milk, fertility, eye pigment, feet and leg structure, hair color are a few to consider.

Once you have determined your needs, then follow your game plan. Don’t change strategies in the middle of the sale. But also keep in mind that a single bull cannot be all things to all herds. Shoot with a rifle, not a shotgun to address your targeted needs.

Begin the process with elimination, not selection. Start with herd health. Don’t bring home problems you don’t already have. A sale catalog should contain a description of the vaccinations given and herd health program. If it doesn’t, then consider a different sale. Next, cross out all bull prospects in the catalog that do not meet your requirements. Either they meet the needs of your herd or they don’t. No exceptions.

After the elimination process is complete, the job becomes more manageable with fewer numbers to

review. Use EPDs or genetic indexes. By themselves these numbers are of little value but when compared to breed averages they become important. M o s t catalogs include these breed guidelines or average EPDs for each trait measured in that particular breed. If not, ask the association to provide them to you. When purchasing older bulls, the bull’s actual performance and ratios have already been accounted for in the EPD calculations along with all his relatives, so stick with EPDs as they are a much better predictor of how that bull’s offspring will perform. The same applies to strict use of pedigrees for purchasing preference. EPDs offer considerably more value to producers than decisions based solely on ancestry.

Purchasing a yearling bull is more difficult because his EPDs are projected and not based on the actual performance and ratios of the individual bull, but rather on the performance and ratios of his parents instead. Projected EPDs are simply the sire and dam’s EPDs for a particular trait added together, then divided by two. In that case particular attention must be paid to the raw performance data and the in herd ratios for that bull. Taken together with the projected EPDs based on his parents, selection decision on yearling bulls become

easier. Keep in mind older bulls offer greater reliability but are based on last year’s genetics. Yearling bulls are genetically the latest models.

Now document individual EPDs, indexes and individual weights that you feel are essential to be included in your selection decision. Rank those bulls in order of preference and review the sale order so that you can adjust accordingly if they are not sold in that order.

If you do your homework, buying your new herd sire makes sale day more relaxing because you can be more confident in the decision you are about to make. Remember sale day, like draft day, only comes along once a year. Make it count for your team.

What’s In It For MeA SALE CATALOG

Making

good selection

decisions

requires a

buyer to do his

homework.

The American Black Hereford Junior Association committee had a conference call to discuss the possibility of officially forming a Black Hereford Junior Association. Ideas for the purpose, vision and by-laws of a junior association were discussed. There is already a fund of $1370 earmarked for the Junior Organization. There are currently 11 states that have strong interest from junior members. These states include Alabama, Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Louisiana, Missouri, Montana, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Wyoming.

The committee plans to present their ideas and by-laws to the Black Hereford Association Board of Directors and members at the national meeting on October 31, 2014. The first ever junior Black Hereford show will be held in Emporia, KS just prior to the annual Black Hereford heifer sale on November 1st, 2014. All junior members are encouraged to attend the meeting to get to know each other as well as Black Hereford Association members from across the United States and then participate in the show. There will be a silent auction with the proceeds going to the junior association. To donate articles for this silent auction, please contact Tammy Kreifels at 402-209-0958 or [email protected].

The committee feels that this is an exciting time to start the junior association to increase the interest of the youth of the Black Hereford Association, which is the future of the breed.

Junior association News



This meal is a no brainer when it comes to the bounty of summer vegetables. It’s flexible and is delicious served hot or cold. Perfect for a late night dinner or an easy, on the go lunch in the tractor. The measurements are eye balled in this recipe because it really is a ‘build to please your palate’ type of meal.

1.5-2 lb top sirloin (or your cut of choice)

¼ cup balsamic vinegar2 Tbsp of dijon mustard

2 Tbsp of Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)2 cloves garlic- mincedSalt and Pepper to taste

Steak

In a large freezer bag, combine above ingredients and mix well. Let marinade for 1-3 hours. The longer the better! Grill over medium heat for 6-7 minutes per side or until meat reaches 165 degrees. Safe and Savory!

1 eggplant1 zucchini or yellow squash1 yellow pepper½ large onion

2 cloves garlic10-12 asparagus1 pint cherry tomatoes5-7 baby portabella mushrooms

Roasted Veggies

Coarse chop all the vegetables and toss with salt and pepper and extra virgin olive oil. Lay on a baking sheet in single layer and roast for 20-30 minutes. You can also combine all veggies in a grill basket with EVOO and S&P and grill over medium heat for 20 minutes shaking often. Set aside

1 Lb Rigatoni or Penne1 jar sundried tomatoes in oil

2 Tbsp torn basilGoat cheese and Parmesan

Pasta and dressing

Cook pasta per directions on package. Chop sundried tomatoes RESERVING the oil. Drain pasta, return to pot and toss in reserved sundried tomato oil. In a large serving bowl combine pasta, veggies, and thinly sliced steak. Season with S&P and additional EVOO if necessary. Top with goat cheese and basil and ENJOY!

Steak Pasta with Roasted Veggies. Serves 4-6Preheat oven to 350°F or grill to medium heat

Black Hereford Journal’s

Breeder’s GuideTo Herd HealTH

Calving:

There are three stages to calving. All take longer in heifers than cows. The first stage takes 2-6 hours when the cervix is dilating and contractions are not visible, but the pregnant female is visibly anxious. The second stage and birth takes 2-4 hours where abdominal contractions are visible. If this stage takes longer some assistance may be needed. If the bottom of the feet is pointing toward the sky the calf is breech and needs to be turned and pulled quickly enough at the right time to avoid asphyxiation as the umbilical cord is detached before the calf ’s head is out to breathe. The final stage is the expulsion of fetal membranes and placenta. This stage can take up to a couple of days after birth. If the cow has not cleaned then a Vet may need to be called to manually clean out the remaining fetal membranes.

The calf must be warmed by the mother’s cleaning or in sub-freezing temperatures by a hot box so as to not allow hypothermia. The calf must also nurse within the first 2-4 hours after birth. If not, then colostrum needs to be given manually to the calf.

Within the first 24 hours the calf ’s naval should be dipped in iodine to prevent infection and the calf should be weighed and tagged. Tattoos are more legible if applied later during vaccinations and the ear has grown out some.

Equipment needed: 1. Obstetrical chains free of rust with handles. 2. Head snare to assist when the head is turned

backwards. 3. Stainless steel bucket with warm water and

disinfectant. 4. OB gloves with long sleeves. 5. OB Lubricant

Baby calves do not have an immune system capable of producing antibodies, so vaccines at birth are of little value. Immunities must be provided thru the mother’s milk for the first 60 days or so of life. Sometimes to control scours, E. coli antibodies can be given directly to calves orally within the first 4 hours after birth for those whose mothers have not been vaccinated for scour protection.

Calf Vaccinations:

60 days of age or before turnout: Studies have shown no 60 days or before turnout: Studies have shown no difference in titer levels between calves vaccinated at 60 days of age then re-vaccinated at weaning and those vaccinated three weeks prior to weaning and boostered at weaning. Either way works depending on management practices. Often a Haemophilus Somnus vaccination is recommended to reduce potential lung damage in calves from early pneumonia. It can be coupled with the initial blackleg shot.

Tattoo calves if not previously done. It is also a good time to give an initial pinkeye vaccine and to de-lice with a pour-on if needed.

190 days of age or preweaning: Given 2-3 weeks before separating calves from their mothers helps reduce the stress on calves. 1. Second round of blackleg, this time with

pasteurella to prepare calves for the stress of weaning.

2. Second pinkeye vaccine 3. First round of IBR, BVD, PI3 and BRSV,

modified live, requires mixing to control Respiratory diseases. With Lepto 5 and Hardjo-bovis.

4. First round Perfringens Type A toxid (a new blackleg strain not in other vaccines)

205 days of age or weaning: (or 2-3 weeks after time of separation to further reduce stress) from their mothers by a fence line weaning system. 1. Record weaning weights 2. Pull hair samples as needed for DNA

testing 3. Second round of IBR, BVD, PI3, BRSV,

Lepto 5, Vibrio, and Hardjo-bovis vaccine. 4. Second round of Perfringens Type A toxid

5. Injectable wormer 6. Ear notches taken for BVD testing

Cow Herd (cows, bred heifers and bulls) Vaccinations:

Pre-calving: 8-16 weeks before calving: All preganent females: 1. Vaccination to provide scour protection

from E-coli, Rotavirus, Coronavirus, and perfringens Type C to calves through the colostrum. (calf scour protection)

2. Lice dip to kill lice prior to calving so lice don’t go from the mother to her calf.

Pre-breeding exams & Vaccinations: A breeding soundness exam needs to be completed on all bulls and heifers 30-60 days prior to breeding. Each animal needs to be individually identified and weighed, assigned a body condition score, and pelvic measurements taken.

Pre-breeding vaccinations for herd bulls and all females need to be given annually 14-60 days prior to turn out. 1. IBR, BVD, PI3, BRSV, Lepto 5, Vibro,

and Hardjo-bovis vaccine. (pregnancy protection)

2. Pinkeye vaccine3. Branding & Ear tag replacement if

necessary4. Drench wormer

Pregnancy Checking and Vaccinations: Whether using blood samples or palpation to detect pregnancies, open cows need to be culled from the herd. Missing ear tags replaced. All herd bulls and females should be given: 1. A Vibro-Lepto Hardjo-Bovis booster

vaccination. 2. Injectable wormer

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a Breeder’s Guide To diseases Common in Beef Cattle

Disease Symptoms Treatment

Anaphylactic Shock

Tremors, animal’s lungs fill with liquid, cattle often walk backwards, usually associated with a reaction to vaccines.

Epinephrine within 15 to 20 minutes is needed to prevent death.

Anaplasmosis

Diarrhea, weight loss, anemia and wasting. Young cattle show no sign of being infected but can be carriers. The organism occurs in red blood cells of infected cattle.

Transmitted by mechanical vector such as dehorning, castration, tattoo, or needles and certain ticks. Antibiotics are needed for treatment.

“Bacillary Hemoglobinuria(Red Water)”

Fast acting, usually fatal disease. Most cattle die within 12 hours. Symptoms are lack of energy and a dark red foamy urine.

Bacteria enters red blood cells which causes them to burst in the animal’s liver. More common in wet marsh areas with poor drainage. Vaccines are available.

BRD(Bovine Respiratory Disease)

Upper respiratory tract infection in nostrils & throat resulting in nasal discharge, fever, and decreased appetite. Diphtheria infection of the larynx (voice box) swelling may restrict air flow and result in death. Pneumonia, lower respiratory tract infection, loss of lung function. In all three types watch for droopy ears, open mouth breathing, cough and fever with drop in appetite.

Causes of BRD are stress, viral and bacterial infection. There are no drugs against viral infections like BVD (Bovine Viral Diarrhea), PI3 (persistently infected), or IBR (Red Nose) which can be dormant in an infected carrier for years. Vaccination is needed for control. In cases of bacterial infection like Pasteurella (shipping fever) or Hemophilus can be treated successfully with antibiotics and sulfa drugs as well as vaccines.

Clostridial Disease TetanusBlack LegEnterotoxemia(overeating disease)Perfringens

It is caused by bacteria in the soil from feces, some of which can survive as spores in the soil for long periods of time. They are present in the gastrointestinal tract of healthy animals. Usually fatal and death occurs suddenly In an otherwise healthy animal

Vaccination is the only effective method of control.

Copper and/or Selenium Deficiency

This is a diet issue that results in depressed immunity, diarrhea, joint disorders. Retained placentas after calving and reduced fertility can result.

A good mineral program is needed.

Footrot An infectious disease that causes swelling and lameness in one or more feet. Antibiotics

Founder

Lameness, front legs crossed and hind legs wide apart. Painful to walk, the animal may spend an abnormally long time lying down, and may develop long toes

Caused by feeding highly fermentable starches or sugar from heavy grain consumption. Damage is permanent.

Most beef cattle are healthy. However, breeders need to watch for signs of illness and have procedures in place for prevention and treatment. The list below is a partial check list of common ailments.

Disease Symptoms Treatment

Haemophilus Somnus

Causes a wide variety of diseases from pneumonia & abortion to arthritis

Certain antibiotics are effective but early treatment is necessary. Vaccination is necessary for prevention.

Johne’s Disease

Affects the small intestine of infected adults from 4 to 8 years of age. Infection can only occur in a calf up to 12 months of age from the dam’s milk or direct oral/ fecal contamination. Diarrhea, rapid weight loss and death results. Infected bulls are less likely to spread the disease than cows.

Infected cattle do not display symptoms. There is no cure. 8% of beef and 40% of dairy cattle are estimated to be infected. Testing for infected animals and culling them and their offspring is recommended.

Lepto(Hardjo & Pomona)

Adult cows show yellow mucous membranes, bloody urine. Abortion often occurs in the 7th month of gestation. Most often transmitted from infected urine in the water supply. Cattle drinking pond water are at a higher risk.

Vaccination of cows and bulls. Vaccinations only last 4 to 6 months.

Mannheimia(leukotoxin) A common organism in healthy cattle. It can

replicate rapidly and causes pneumonia.

Highly contagious virus. Vaccination of dams will reduce this form of pneumonia in young animals. Isolation of infected cattle will reduce the spread of the disease.

Mycoplasma(M. bovis)

Swollen joints and atrophied hind quarters are the main symptoms. It is a secondary infection that results when a respiratory infection drops the immune system to where the mycoplasma will take over causing stiff and swollen joints.

"By the time symptoms are real obvious, it is too late for cattle to respond to medicine. Control of BRD is required to prevent this disease.

Neospora

A major cause of abortion in cattle. An infection caused by a parasite common in coyotes and wild dogs. Doesn't spread from cow to cow, but like Johne's it is usually transmitted from dam to calf in utero. Bulls are less likely to spread the disease than cows.

"Testing for infected cows is needed to cull those carriers and their offspring.

Pasteurella

Found throughout the environment and in all cattle, it does not affect healthy animals. It is commonly called shipping fever pneumonia because it is a secondary infection in the respiratory system of those with weaken immune systems

Vaccination & Antibiotics for treatment of symptoms.

Pinkeye

An infectious disease that is not genetic, affecting the eyes of cattle. It is not fatal but causes excessive weeping and closure due to pain of the eye. The cornea becomes cloudy or white. It is spread by flies or other eye irritation.

An eye patch and antibiotics are used to treat infected animals. Vaccines, fly control and clipping pastures are used for prevention.

Scours(calf diarrhea)

The cause can be a virus like BVD or a bacteria like E.coli, Salmonella or clostridial infection. It is a symptom of an underlying disease.

Antibiotics given with treatment for dehydration is needed in active cases. Vaccination of pregnant cows provides protection to the calf through the dam’s milk.

Trichomoniasis(Trich)

A venereal disease causing Infertility and abortions.

There is no treatment. Vaccines are available. Most states have banned the Sale of untested bulls over 12 months of age.

Vibrio An infectious bacterial disease spread by infected bulls causing Infertility and abortions. Vaccination of cows and bulls.

Black Hereford News & updates

Beef Councils from four states played host to the American Culinary Federation’s chef tour during its annual national convention held in Kansas City July 25-30. This unique opportunity brought chefs of all disciplines from across the country to learn exactly how and where their beef is produced. J&N Ranch in Leavenworth, Kansas was selected to host the event. The Beef Council groups in attendance were headed by Sharla Huseman from the Kansas Beef Council, Michelle Baumhover from the Iowa Beef Council, Holly Swee from South Dakota Beef Council and Adam Weger from the Nebraska Beef Council. The visit included a ranch tour, panel discussion, and a meal featuring Black Hereford Beef.

With participants from coast to coast, Dirck and Natalie Hoagland took the chefs on a start to finish tour through the life of a cattle rancher. They discussed everything from the calving process, weaning, and sale time to hot topics such as GMOs, antibiotics and grass finishing vs. grain finishing.

After the ranch tour concluded, the chefs were involved in a panel discussion with Dirck Hoagland (seedstock producer, Leavenworth, KS), Seth Watkins of Pinbrook Farms (commercial cow calf – Clarinda, IA), Buck Wehrbein of Mead Cattle Company (Feedyard – Mead, NE) and Dr. Dan Thompson, Veterinarian (Kansas State University). A lunch of J&N Black Hereford beef was then served as members of the Leavenworth County Beef Improvement Association dispersed amongst the chefs to be representatives of all of us in the cattle industry. After lunch, the tour concluded with a riveting presentation from KSU’s Dr. Thompson covering the

challenges facing the beef industry in the areas of animal welfare, sustainability, beef safety, increasing production efficiencies and how producers consistently deliver a high quality product to global consumers. He also explained the differences between natural, organic, and conventionally raised beef products and hormone and antibiotic usage during production from

the medical perspective.

“When the chefs departed, they were armed with the knowledge to spread the good word about beef. The ones who arrived at the ranch as the biggest beef critics, left some of our biggest fans. A little knowledge and clarification goes a long way!” said Natalie Hoagland of J&N Ranch.

Chris Reveron, Executive Chef of the Apawamis Club, Rye, New York said “Of the whole convention, visiting J&N Ranch was ‘my highlight’. To see the amount of TLC that goes into breeding, raising and feeding cattle is incredible!” After a meal featuring Black Hereford beef, the Hoaglands were asked about a branded Black Hereford meat product. In reply, Chef Reveron

said “I think from what I’ve seen and learned of J&N Ranch, you all are more than capable of creating a dynamic product for the market. I’d love to be able to put a product in front of my members and tell them I know the ranchers that created this product, I’ve visited the pasture, I’ve seen the operation and what goes into it.” As an Executive Chef, he said, “Being able to have the knowledge and back-ground on any product is a key facet to the success of any establishment.”

The tour was made possible by the Beef Check Off, a producer-funded marketing and research program


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Dirck Hoagland Tour Host and Chef Dave Zino, executive chef of NCBA.

used to increase domestic and international demand for beef. As mandated by law, checkoff dollars must be invested in programs to increase demand for beef and create opportunities to enhance producer profitability. State Beef Councils in 45 states are qualified to collect $1 per-head sold and retain 50 cents of each dollar for use in authorized state, national and international programs. The other 50 cents is remitted to the Cattlemen’s Beef Board.

At the end of the day, everyone, including the members from the various state Beef Councils, walked away with a better sense of how Black Herefords are positioned in the market from the pasture to the plate.


Debra and Kenneth Kelley 2014 State Line RoadArdmore, AL 35739

Cell: (256) 508-6727Home: (256) 420-8573

Veteran Owned and Operated

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Tim Campbell1355 CR 74 • Hemingford, NE 69348-5056

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American Black Hereford Association

2014 NATIONAL BLACK HEREFORD HEIFER SALESaturday, November 1, 2014

10:00 A.M.Eby Ranch Sale Facility1668 Road 235, Emporia, KS 66801

80 Open and Bred Heifers from 16 Consignors

FIRST EVER BLACK HEREFORD JUNIOR SHOW & SHOWMANSHIP!BEGINS AT 8:00 A.M., NOVEMBER 1, 2014 - EBY RANCH

Sale Auctioneer: Monte Lowderman, Macomb, Illinois - 309-833-5543

Sale Manager: Craig Ludwig, 913-677-1111 or cell 913-522-9701

Don’t forget the ABHA Annual Meeting, October 31, 2014 - 1:00 P.M.Best Western, 3021 W. Hwy. 50, Emporia, KS 66801

Standard Double Queen or King $74.00 plus tax.Call: 620-342-7587 and ask for the Black Hereford Block


This issue includes an animal health guide at the request of several readers who want suggested health plans for their herds. Last fall we published a list of common diseases. Many of these maladies are new to some parts of the United States. Following years of drought, herds have been dispersed and relocated, accelerating the spread of diseases. Anaplasmosis has moved north from southern states while Trichomoniasis has moved east from western states. These are just two examples. Today more than ever cattle producers have to guard against the spread of disease in their herds.

Attached is the Black Hereford Journal’s “Breeder’s Guide to Herd Health.” We have re-printed the list of common diseases as well as a checklist of good health practices breeders can follow to ensure herd health. This insert is designed to be removed easily and kept by producers for future reference.

In response to several requests we have included an article about Anaplasmosis in this issue. Others have asked about Neospora, which we may address in a future issue. Cows that are Neospora carriers typically get bred but end up not calving. It is a parasitic infection cattle get from dogs and coyotes that causes abortions. However, in this issue we will look at Anaplasmosis. Where and when interest is shown, we will include a more in-depth discussion of any of these ailments listed in the Guide and their prevention. Please feel free to let us know your areas of concern.

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who want suggested health plans for

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The ABHA Annual Meeting is scheduled for October 31, 2014 at the Best Western, 3021 West Highway 50, Emporia, KS 66801. Rooms are $74.00 plus tax for a Standard Double Queen or Standard King. Please ask for the Black Hereford group rate.

There will be three vacant spots on the Board to be filled with the election of Directors at this meeting. Those who have notified the ABHA Board (which is necessary before one can run for the Board) that they would be placing their name in nomination for the three vacancies (2 new positions are being added and Dante McDougald is completing his first five year term) include; Thomas Wilson, Red Bluff, California; Scott Case, Reading, Kansas; Tim Tarter, Nancy, Kentucky; Rod Garman, Watts, Oklahoma; Brock Johansen, Castle Dale, Utah; and running for re-election is Dante McDougald, Apple Springs, Texas.

The three people from this list with the most votes will be elected to serve on the ABHA Board of Directors.

According to the By-Laws, only Lifetime and Annual Members in good standing and in attendance at the meeting will be eligible to vote. How many votes each ranch or operation is entitled to will be based on the number of HB registered animals in their herds.

Any ABHA member wanting to register animals with the Association in order to have their HB animal counted in the vote MUST have their work to the association office on or

before September 30, 2014.

In addition to the Annual Meeting, the Membership and Awards Committee will be working with a group of juniors to begin the formation of a Junior Black Hereford Association.BCKST Black Dynasty group will again sponsor a speaker as

well as refreshments following the meeting.

National Heifer SaleThis year’s National Heifer Sale will be held at Eby Ranch,

1668 Road 235, Emporia, KS 66801 on Saturday, November 1, 2014 starting at 10:00 a.m. The sale will feature 80 registered open and bred Black Hereford heifers from 16 of the nation’s leading breeders.

Prior to the sale, there will be a Junior Black Hereford Show and a junior showmanship contest with three divisions: pee wee, junior and senior. The show and contest will begin at 8:00 a.m.

important Black Hereford dates and information

black herefordSfeb 14, 2014 12:30 pm

At the ranch, Leavenworth, KSproduction Sale22nd Annual

Better Color. Better Carcass. Better Hereford.For information call the office at 913-727-6446 or Dirck Hoagland at 816-225-1246 (cell).

Watch a Sale Cattle Video on our website: www.jnranch.com or learn more about Black Herefords at www.blackhereford.com

Selling125 head

25 big Stout two-year old range bullS 100 Sunflower Supreme bred heiferS

AI bred to Schu-Lar’s 3T owned in partnership with Genex with several 3T sons as clean up bulls.

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friday • november 14, 2014 • 6:00 pmHosted by parsons livestock market in parsons, ks on Hwy 59

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The Sunflower Supreme Replacement Heifer Program is a joint effort between K-State Research and Extension and the Kansas Department of Agriculture to provide research-based best management protocols for beef cattle producers.

This program is for Kansas producers who want to improve their management techniques and marketability of heifers.

over 250 HeAd offeredIncluding the breeds of Angus, Balancer, Black Hereford, Gelbvieh, Limousin, LimFlex,

Hereford, Simmental, Salers, Maine, Charolais, and quality F1s of these breeds.

Sale book will be available online within a month of the sale date. Contact Jaymelynn Farney at [email protected] or 620.421.4826, ext. 17 for a sale book.



Advertising Index

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Accu-Steel ..................................................................................9American Black Hereford Association ...........................................20Andrews Black Herefords............................................................16Antes Farms .............................................................................17B Bar S Little River Cattle Company .............................................18Baxter Angus Farm .................................................................3,18BCKST Group .......................................................Inside Back CoverBuckhaults Cattle Co. .................................................................17Burns Cattle ..............................................................................17Burton Cattle Company ..............................................................17C&M Registered Black Herefords ................................................18Circle E Backyard Beef ...............................................................16Cowman Ranch ..........................................................................18Crane Cattle Co. Black Herefords ................................................18Crescent Hill Black Herefords .................................................17,21Diamond D Farms ......................................................................16Double M Cattle ........................................................................16Ellett Farms ..............................................................................19Escondido Ranches ....................................................................19G Bar G Ranch ..........................................................................19GeneSeek ..................................................................................10Ground Zero Farms ........................................................ Back Cover Guy Brothers Farms ...................................................................18Hopkins Farms ..........................................................................17

J&N Ranch ................................................................................17JM Cattle Company .............................................. Inside Front CoverJo Bulls .................................................................................1,19K-T Cattle Company ...................................................................19Kelley Black Hereford Farm ....................................................13,15Knight N Gail Farms ...................................................................18Kreifels Black Herefords .............................................................18KT Polled Herefords ...................................................................18LC Ranch ..................................................................................19Maquoketa Embryos, LLC ...........................................................17McCutcheon Farms ....................................................................17Mountain Fork Hereford Farm .....................................................16R&R Black Hereford Farm ...........................................................16SEK Genetics .............................................................................13Selby Farms ..............................................................................17Smith Black Herefords ...........................................................17,24Stewart Trucking ........................................................................16Sunflower Supreme Heifer Program ............................................23Tommy Barnes ...........................................................................16Triple C Properties ..................................................................9,16Triple T Farm ...............................................................................4Valdez Ranch .............................................................................19VDACS Livestock Marketing ........................................................21Willis Polled Herefords ...............................................................19

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Charles Crow 105 River Park Rd.Florence, AL 35634

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Triple T FarmsTim Tarter

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