Missouri man suspected of conning women is arrested in Oklahoma
TSCRA is asking for the public's help in identifying victims of an alleged con man who preyed upon women via the Internet. Ronnie Eugene Summers, 35, of Bolivar, Mo., was arrested this month in Henryetta, Okla., said TSCRA Special Ranger John Cummings. Evidence shows that Summers allegedly met women through the Internet and used the contacts to steal checks, credit cards and property. more
No more cattle calls for Llano auction
After almost 50 years, Llano Livestock Auction closed for good Feb. 17. Owner Hatch Smith's grandfather first took over the business, during a time when Llano was a strong agricultural city. Smith said Llano's cattle industry has changed dramatically since his grandfather's days; the price of cattle has dropped and ranch land is being developed as well as drying out in the worst drought since the 1950s. Those factors are now forcing ranchers to quit the industry, and that translates into fewer cattle to bought and sold. more
K-State veterinary researchers developing tools that will make it easier to make cattle more comfortable
A jogger's heart rate monitor and an instrument similar to a pedometer are a few of the tools K-State researchers are using to measure discomfort in cattle undergoing two routine procedures, castration and dehorning. They are developing a model that can evaluate pain management drugs for cattle. Although producers and veterinarians sometimes use aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs, there are no pharmaceuticals approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration specifically for pain management in cattle. It is also unknown what doses are appropriate and how well they work. more
Free watershed protection training to be held March 3 in Franklin
A free watershed protection training program will be presented from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. March 3 in Franklin. The program, co-presented by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service and Texas State Soil and Water Conservation Board, will be held at the Pridgeon Community Center, 351 Cooks Lane. Attendees will receive information on watershed systems, water quality regulation and monitoring, methods to improve water quality, and ways to develop and implement a community-driven watershed protection and management plan. more
It's what's for dinner: Easy baked beef, bean and corn quesadillas
Enjoy a little southwest flavor with this simple quesadilla recipe. more
TSCRA Political Action Committee seeking auction donations
The TSCRA Political Action Committee (PAC) will host the 2009 TSCRA PAC Dinner and Live Auction during the TSCRA Annual Convention and Trade Show on Friday, March 20 at 7 p.m. at the Worthington Hotel in Fort Worth. We are currently seeking items for the auction and would greatly appreciate it if you would donate an item. Items such as hunting and fishing trips, college football packages, overnight packages such as a vineyard package or a resort-spa weekend package, cruises, bronze statues and art work, rodeo packages, and ranch equipment and supplies have been successful in the past. The proceeds from the items sold at the auction go to the TSCRA PAC so that it can support elected officials who support the cattle industry. For more information or to donate, please contact Jason Skaggs or Carmen Fenton at 512/469-0171.
Introducing the TSCRA Government Connection Web site
TSCRA has launched a Government Connection Web page that allows you to play an active role in government as well as keep you informed on happenings in Austin and Washington. There, TSCRA members can communicate with elected officials, track the progress of legislation and regulations and check voting records. Please register on theTSCRA Government Connection website to receive alert emails from the TSCRA Government and Public Affairs team keeping you updated on the latest legislative and regulatory actions. more
Join TSCRA in Fort Worth for the 2009 Annual Convention and Trade Show March 20-22
Come to Fort Worth for TSCRA's 132nd Annual Convention and 34th Annual Trade Show! go
Country-of-Origin Labeling forms available
Cattle raisers have made forms available
for download to help fulfill your part of the country-of-origin
labeling (COOL) law. Visit TSCRA's COOL information Web site to download the forms and for more information. go
