TSCRA special rangers recover millions in stolen cattle
Stolen livestock and ranch equipment worth more than $4.8 million were recovered or accounted for in 2008 by TSCRA special rangers. Working closely with federal, state and local law enforcement officers, the special rangers recovered or accounted for 5,422 head of cattle, 49 horses, 19 trailers, 12 saddles and 63 items of miscellaneous ranch property. The total market value of all recovered livestock and property reached $4,808,157.68. The average value of property recovered or accounted for each day was $13,173. more

Cattle rustling surges across Texas in bad economy
Hard times have translated into an upsurge of rustling in cattle country, with well over twice as many animals stolen last year in Texas and Oklahoma, the Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association said Friday. The cause of the increase? "The economy, the economy," said Larry Gray, the association’s law enforcement director. more

Take the TSCRA convention survey!
The 2009 TSCRA Convention, Trade Show and School for Successful Ranching ended on a high note Sunday, March 22. Help us improve next year's convention events. A few minutes and fast clicks will help us tailor the annual convention to better suit your needs. We look forward to your feedback and suggestions! more

Cattlemen's Capitol Concerns, 3-20-09
Cattlemen's Capitol Concerns is National Cattlemen's Beef Association's (NCBA) weekly report from Washington, D.C., giving an up-to-date summary of top policy initiatives concerning the cattle industry.
          Final COOL rule is in effect
          USDA releases final rule on handling of non-ambulatory cattle
          PLC opposes omnibus public lands bill
          NCBA and PLC support nominations of Bob Abbey as BLM director
          Beef export outlook

TSCRA Government Connection Web site
TSCRA has 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.

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