Beef Leaders Institute

It has been a great start to the summer.  We have had one of the hottest beginning's to summer that I remember, however the cattle are still looking good and the grass is holding up.

In the middle of June I had the opportunity to attend Beef Leaders Institute (BLI) hosted by the American Angus Association.  Being selected to join the group of cattlemen and cattlewomen was indeed a honor.  This was definitely a eye opening experience to portions of the industry that I had not seen.  While on the trip we visited Cargill where they make most of the deli and precooked meats that are sold in many stores around the country.  We also toured Sysco in Nebraska.  While there we had the opportunity to tour the warehouses where their products are shipped from.  I did learn that they are a primary outlet for Certified Angus Beef.  I must say my favorite part of the Institute had to have been touring the Tyson plant.  We had the opportunity to see the entire process starting from the whole carcass hanging on the rail down to a ribeye steak. This was for sure a lot to take in however I have gained an even greater appreciation for the hard work that goes into the whole process.

I would encourage anyone that is a member of the American Angus Association to contact them for information on BLI.  This was a great experience and I'm thankful to the Association for giving me the opportunity to participate. 

Circle A Ranch Bull Sale

On this past Saturday I along with Col. Jim Birdwell had the opportunity to sell the Circle A Ranch Bull Sale.  They had a wonderful sale averaging $4339 on 236 bulls, and $2327 on 465 bred heifers.  It is always fun to sell a good sale and to work a with a great crew.  Congratulations to Circle A on another successful sale!

3 Sales in 1 Weekend

I had a very exciting weekend selling 3 sales in one weekend. I started out the weekend in Warrensburg, MO at Weigand Grain & Livestock Annual Bull Sale, where we sold 44 bulls to average $3127.  They had a huge crowd and the bulls were very good as well.  I always enjoying selling the WGL Bull Sale, since I grew up showing with the whole family and becoming friends with them.  They are such a good family and I am proud to call each of the friends.

Next I went to West Plains, MO to sell the Heart of the Ozarks Angus Association Spring Sale. There we had 49 lots to average $3016 with the top selling bull bringing $6000.

Leaving West Plains I headed to Mt. Morris, IL on a short 8 hour drive.  In Mt. Morris I sold the Rock River Bull Sale with a great set of bulls that averaged $2800.  

It has been a few long days but it always fun and enjoyable to work with such great people and sell good cattle.

Valentines Day

Well it has been a good day today!  I spent this Valentines day in St. Louis selling a car auction and I'm staying the night in Stl to sell another car auction tomorrow.

I had my first #agchat on twitter experience tonight. I would highly recommend anyone that has a interest in Ag to become involved on Tuesday nights.  You can follow me on twitter @colclint.

I look forward to the rest of the week with two more car auctions and getting our MO Angus Futurity heifers ready for next weeks sale.

Have great week!!!

Fort Worth Stock Show

This past week Rachel and I attended the Fort Worth Stock Show for the first time.  We had a great time exhibiting with Owen Bros. Cattle Co.  We took our Simmental bull who won his division.  OBCC took 3 heifers winning Purebred Champion Female for the second year in a row, Congrats to the whole Owen family on a great job.

Also while we were out of town Rachel attended the Dallas Market and was amazed at all the different products available.  She also found some new suppliers for beads and will have more Awesome "Bling" coming out soon.  Check out her website www.westernbeadsandbling.com   If you are going to be attending the AGR Show in Columbia, MO be sure and look her up to see the new products.

Have a Great Friday

Sydenstricker Genetics

Myself and Eddie Sydenstricker

Josh Worhtington and myself

The Sydensticker Genetics Production Sale was again a success, grossing $1,460,000 to average $4220 per lot, here is a link to the sale report.  Sydgen Sale Report  The crowd was huge as usual and the cattle were as good as I can remember. It was my pleasure to sell along side Col. Al Conover and Col. Eddie Burks, both of these gentlemen do a excellent job.  Congratulations to all of the Sydgen Crew on a Great Sale!  I hope you all enjoy the pictures and video.

Jordan Hunter Working the Ring 

Wes Tiemann of the American Angus Association Working the Ring

North American

This past weekend I was in Louisville, KY for the North American.  I had the opportunity to visit with a lot of different people that I had not seen in along time.  The cattle were excellent in all of the breeds that I saw.  It was very interesting to go to some of the Angus Association meetings.  I was able to serve as a voting delegate for the first time and was honored to do so.  It is always enjoyable to meet new folks and catch up with old friends. 

Tomorrow I will head to Mexico, MO to sell the Sydenstricker Genetics production sale on Saturday. The cattle look great and interest has been good, if I can be of assistance to any of you let me know I will be glad to assist you with your purchases. 

Have a great weekend.