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Around the Campfire 
Hello from the ITLA.
I want to spend my time with you this month talking about our youth members and our outstanding program focused on their development.
I often hear folks say that "our youth are the future of the ITLA". You, too, have surely heard this or might have even said it.
I'm not sure that when folks say this they precisely mean that our youth are the future of our association or even our breed, because history would not prove this to be true. Actually, a very small percentage of youth who have been active in showing Longhorn cattle over the last several decades end up being active breeders as adults. But that does not matter. What matters is that our youth are deserving of our support.
Why? Because they are the future mothers, fathers, firefighters, police officers, waitresses, teachers, welders, CEOs, pastors, politicians, etc., that will inherit our world and our country. They have very big challenges ahead of them as they take on these roles. So, it is our responsibility to prepare them well for the task ahead. Being involved in activities that afford them the opportunity to acquire the life skills needed to meet the challenges they will encounter when they inherit the earth, is important. Being involved in showing cattle is a place where the needed skills can be reinforced. I say reinforced because the primary teachers of life skills are the parents. So, our youth who are involved in showing cattle are there because they have supportive, responsible parents who are putting them in a position to both learn new life skills and to get reinforcement of the skills and values they have already been taught.
I am so proud of our ITLA youth program. Our youth officers, Shelby Coats and Cally Cox, working with our adult sponsors on the ITLA Youth Committee, led by Raelynn Stephens and Danielle Andrews, are providing great leadership for our program. Together they have the youth fired up about showing cattle, the ITLA nd the prospects of a responsible life. They are teaching and reinforcing the moral values and qualities that will equip our kids to succeed in their adult lives. They are reinforcing the fact that they can achieve their dreams and desires through determination and hard work. An important way they are doing this is through a great organized effort to earn their awards to be presented at the ITLA Youth Show at the Longhorn Extravaganza in Oklahoma City. They are fired up about being a part of this wonderful show and they want great prizes. So, instead of expecting the ITLA to just provide them, they are working hard to earn them through sponsorships. I am so proud of all of them and the hard work they are doing.
So, how can we support them in learning that determination and hard work does result in achieving their dreams and desires? We can provide them sponsorship. I recently sent an e-blast focused on our youth program and describing the many ways that you can help them learn important life lessons and achieve their dreams of winning beautiful belt buckles in Oklahoma City. I am sure you are also seeing emails and messages on Facebook from the kids who are seeking sponsorships. If you have not seen these, you can learn about how you can help by calling the kids, the youth committee members and leaders, or the ITLA office.
So, if you truly believe, as I do, that our kids are the future, then I encourage you to please help us reinforce their learning of these important life skills and values. Find a way to reward their efforts and sponsor their show. Call today.
Warm Regards,
Roger Hutton
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Sponsorships for the 2012 ITLA and TLMA Convention and Championship Show
As people are now making plans to attend, there have been inquiries about sponsorships for the first ever joint ITLA and TLMA 2012 Convention and Championship Show, to be held on October 26th and 27th in Oklahoma City, OK.
While the Convention and Championship Show is a joint effort between ITLA and TLMA, each organization will separately continue to raise their own support provide their own accounting of sponsorships and donations. This allows your donations to ITLA to directly defray the costs that ITLA incurs.
It's easy to support ITLA's efforts and help offset convention related costs directly through a sponsorship or other donation to ITLA. Fill out the form below:
>>> CLICK HERE TO GET YOUR SPONSORSHIP FORM <<<
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HORN SPONSORS
Platinum Elite Horn Sponsor: $4000
Platinum Horn Sponsor: $2500
Golden Horn Sponsor: $1000
Silver Horn Sponsor: $500
CLASS SPONSOR
Regular Class $30
Championship $50
Overall Championship $100.00
CONVENTION BRAND T-SHIRT $30
SHOW PROGRAM ADVERTISING
Full page ad Black and White $100
Half page ad Black and White $75
Quarter page ad Black and White $40
Business card $20
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Get all the Details by Clicking Above
Your support is invaluable to the ITLA family as we prepare for what promises to be a great Convention and Show!
Please contact the office or mail your sponsorship to the ITLA office in Glen Rose, Texas.
Any questions, please call Trish or Robin at the ITLA headquarters.
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ITLA Convention and Championship Show
at the Texas Longhorn Extravaganza
Oklahoma City, OK
Schedule
Thursday, Oct. 25
8:00am - 8:00pm Cattle Arrive
5:00pm - 6:00pm ITLA BOD Meeting
Friday, Oct. 26
8:00am - 12:00pm ITLA Championship Haltered Show
1:00pm - 4:00pm ITLA Championship Non-Haltered Show
11:00am - 11:45am Longhorn Educational Symposium
1:00pm - 1:45pm Longhorn Educational Symposium
2:00pm - 2:45pm Industry Leadership Symposium
Saturday, Oct.27
8:00am - 9:15am Breakfast of Champions - Skirvin Hotel
9:30am (Immediately following Awards Breakfast) Affiliate Presidents Meeting - Skirvin Hotel
11:00am - 2:00pm ITLA Championship Youth Show
2:30pm - 4:00pm ITLA Annual Membership Meeting and BOD Meeting
Sunday, Oct. 28
7:00am - 12:00 pm Load out
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Thomas A Brown (1935-2012)
 Thomas A. Brown, 76, Fairfield, died Friday, July 13, 2012 at Gettysburg Center, Gettysburg, from complications of a severe stroke.
He was born Dec. 20, 1935 in Gettysburg, son of the late Harold "Brownie" and Elizabeth "Betty" Utz Brown.
Tom graduated from Fairfield High School in 1954 and Shippensburg State College in 1958 with a degree in Elementary Education. For many years he taught school in Bel Air, Md., Dodge City, Kan., and finally in Fairfield. In 1967, he opened and operated the State Farm Insurance agency in Gettysburg. He served as Gettysburg's sole State Farm agent for over 30 years and received numerous awards and recognitions during his career.
Upon his retirement from the insurance business he returned to the family farm in Fairfield where continued to raise registered Texas Longhorn cattle under the name, Triple Ring Cattle Company.
Tom is survived by two sons; Tab Brown and his wife Tika of Kinston, NC, Scott Brown and his wife Ellen of Damascus, MD, six grandchildren, a brother, Ronald Brown and his wife Emme of Fairfield, PA and Marina, CA and a niece, Erin Austin Brown of Orrtanna, PA. Tom was predeceased by his longtime companion, Kay Craig who died in 2011. He is also survived by his former wives, Patricia McCardle Brown and Suzanne Bender Wolfe Brown.
A Memorial service to celebrate Tom's life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorials can be made to Adams County SPCA, 11 Goldenville Road, Gettysburg, PA 17325 or to WellSpan Health, Stroke Rehab Program, 1001 South George Street, York, PA 17405. Online condolences and obituary available at monahanfuneralhom.com.
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Gary Dean Henry (1932-2012)
 Gary Dean Henry was born September 17, 1932 in Burnet, Texas to Chester Henry and Fannie Jennings Henry, and passed away July 19, 2012. He graduated from High School in Lampasas, Texas and then entered the Air Force where he became a registered x-ray technician. After leaving the service, he worked at Breckenridge Hospital in Austin, Texas while completing his BS and Masters Degrees at Texas State University.
Over the years he continued his education at Texas Tech, Texas A&M, Tarleton State University and East Texas State where he was also a guest professor for several summer terms. He taught and held administrative positions in Mineral Wells, Texas where he retired after 30 years of service.
He married Ann AuBuchon of Lampasas, Texas on August 31, 1956 and they became a life-long team. Always involved with their two daughters in 4-H, church and school activities.
They moved to their beloved ranch, Sugarloaf Hills at Stephenville, Texas in 1981 where for 20 years they raised and showed many champion Longhorn cattle. Gary was also an international cattle judge. Many will remember him breaking Longhorn steers to ride. He and his favorite steer Bubba made many appearances nationwide.
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He was a renowned artist being named 1st alternate for the Texas State Artist of the year in 1978. His bronze castings are proudly displayed in many homes and have been used extensively for show trophies.
He and Ann retired to Ruidoso in 2001 where he immediately became active in the Noon Lions Club receiving the Melvin Jones Fellow award. He was a charter member of the Mountain Top Turners and the Alto Artists Studio Tour. A member of the Presbyterian Church, he was an elder for many years.
He is survived by his wife Ann, two daughters, Leah Henry Cash and son-in-law Charles Cash of Ruidoso, Melinda Martin and Donnie Chavez of Belen, NM, granddaughter Katherine Ann Martin a student at Tarleton State University, and brother Charles Henry and wife Helen, of Austin, Texas.
Gary will be sorely missed by his family and friends, but he has left much love and joy in our hearts.
A memorial service was held at the First Presbyterian Church in Ruidoso, Tuesday, July 24, 2012. Memorials may be made to the First Presbyterian Church of Ruidoso or the Ruidoso Valley Noon Lion's Club.
Published in Ruidoso News from July 25 to August 9, 2012 |
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The Texas Longhorn and The American Cowboy: Two True American Icons!
submitted by Dee Dee Strauss
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"It's the Texas Longhorn that that
put the "COW" in "COWBOY"!
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To honor The National Day Of The American Cowboy, RANGE RADIO and Ranch & Reata Magazine
ran a contest for the best photo exemplifying The Ultimate American Cowboy. After the attached
photo went viral on Facebook, they chose as winner this picture of Clay Bailey
of Albuquerque, NM and two Texas Longhorn Steers named Gus & Abrams (aka Casino). Gus is foundation Yates breeding while Abrams is by The Shadow out of a Phenomenon daughter.
Clay Bailey is widely recognized throughout the United States as the leading trainer of
Texas Longhorn Riding Steers, with a career spanning over twenty years. More photos
of some of the many steers he has saddlebroke can be seen at www.premierlonghorns.com/RidingLonghorns.html
and www.royalgorgeperformingsteers.com
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Bovine Bingo, Ohio Style
submitted by Steve Paloncy
WARNING: The following article contains the word (and references the process related to delivery of) POOP. Even though most readers are familiar with the term and have it on their boots, in their pasture, lining their trailer and even in the driveway, some may find the word offensive. If you do not wish to be reminded of what longhorns do naturally (and often), please skip this article.
As often happens, costs of having a show make fund raising a priority with the committee. Awards, insurance and arena rental are making it darn near impossible to conduct a show and keep the costs reasonable for entering cattle. The Ohio River Valley Texas Longhorn Association is no exception. Along with finding a facility, picking a date, handling registrations, locating a judge, getting insurance etc. 2012 Show Chair Ed Callan had to make money (or at least break even). He didn't waste a minute in becoming overwhelmed, in fact he started as soon as he was elected show chair!
Bob Snyder made him an offer the club couldn't refuse. He donated a heifer calf which could be used as a prize in a raffle to raise money. Affiliate President Tim Mills suggested Bovine Bingo, where a field is laid out in a grid and the winner is determined by which square gets pooped in first. 100 squares would be sold and Ed Covert suggested $20 per square so nobody would buy out the board. Callan liked the idea and saw dollar signs as he "volunteered" me to print tickets, do promotion, organize ticket sales and run the event at our show. The big event would be in July at Hartford (Croton) Ohio, just outside Columbus.
The night before the show we found the pen set off in a corner and measured it for 100 squares. We "volunteered" some of the Morris Kids to help us lay out the grid by pulling an extension cord tight while we put on the lines. Jim (McGyver) Covert had the great idea of using a highway safety cone as a funnel while his dad poured ag lime in the top. An hour later it was PERFECT, on one side rows were labeled A thru J and the columns 1 thru 0. Each square was keyed to a ticket number so no one knew their location. All we had to do was translate the ticket numbers to square numbers and wait for a calf to poop.....what could be easier?
At 9:00 the next morning we were ready for the show and took our places....... Judge Gary Bruch was in the ring assisted by Joel Dickenson, Mike Tomey was getting things together in the back, Judi Paloncy was "volunteered" to run the silent auction, Bob "Silver Lips" Snyder was in the announcer's booth, Misty Dickenson and Jamie Tomey were ready keep the official records, Abby Morris was at the computer tracking awards and Josie Morris was starting to sing the National Anthem. The bleachers were full! There were almost 50 people from a Bluegrass Festival in the park who stumbled in wondering what was going on. The show was underway.
About 1:00 "Silver Lips", Gary and Joel were getting hungry and wanted a break, so they turned the show over to me. Usually bashful with the microphone, I managed to tell people to go get a sandwich and we'd set things up for the Calf Bingo. In about 15 minutes we would post the square assignments and turn her loose in the
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pen. When we did this, ticket sales would be closed and this was their last chance to buy one. I noticed a lady by the silent auction table. She and her husband were in from Toledo for the bluegrass music. Janet McClure wanted to make a donation to the club because they had a ball watching the cattle. Judi told her to just buy a ticket on the Bingo. She politely said, there was no way, she lived in a house in town with a very small yard. When she found out that her chances were only one in a hundred, she went ahead and bought a ticket. Things got crazy very quickly.
4 or 5 people were waiting to buy tickets but everyone else had left for lunch. Then I heard Ed yell across the arena "OK Steve, she's in the pen and she's pooped three times, now what?" Keith Scott yelled back the response "put it back in her Ed, we're not ready yet". With all of the planned excitement gone it was time for damage control. Since nobody knew which square they had or who the winner was except me, we sold tickets to those in line. Ed notified me of which poop fell first and where. Without the drama of anticipation or the cheering words of encouragement I'd hoped for, I simply announced over the PA that we had a clean winner in a sold square, and the winner was........Janet McClure!
Janet screamed NOOOOO as she was escorted to the arena and introduced to her new friend. She was such a good sport she even got in the ring with the year old calf. She then texted her daughter in Las Vegas that she had won a cow! She was laughing when she told everyone she couldn't take it because she didn't have a trailer and lived in town.  I announced over the PA that since she lived in a 5th floor condo she had three options: either do like Billy Crystal did with Norman and take her home in a taxi then get a Calf Litter Box or we could try to auction it and give her the money or she could move! She said to sell the calf.
The show continued and gave us time to locate an auctioneer. With each class winner Gary picked, he would look up in the bleachers and ask Janet if he got it right. She was obviously the cattle expert. Toward the end of the show it was decided that no one there had auction experience so the job fell to me. John Sherer won the bid and is now the proud owner of the calf. From her proceeds Janet made a generous contribution to the ORVTLA. Bob will be transferring ownership to John, but also will be sending a copy of the ITLA certificate to Janet to remind her of her 30 minutes as the Cattle Baroness of Ohio.
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DCCI's Longhorn Head to Tail Store is Now Open for Business!
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The Dickinson Cattle Company Inc.'s
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The Dickinson Cattle Company, out of Barnesville, Ohio recently opened the LONGHORNS HEAD TO TAIL STORE which includes a special educational theatre. It has been 12 years in the making, and is now all operational. Although the Theater is just part of the whole store, the concept is exciting and the early reception has been awesome.
The new educational LONGHORNS HEAD TO TAIL STORE (LHT) puts the spotlight on the great Texas Longhorn breed of cattle. It runs continuously with free films about health, omega 3, the ranch and history that you won't see anywhere else.
They always offer a tremendous line of items for sale including every part of the famed critter, in a gallery setting. The Horn Gallery has what is said to  be the largest display of Texas Longhorn horns east of Fort Worth and all have a price tag for collectors. Items include one of a kind hand polished skulls, all raised on the Dickinson Cattle Co Inc. Tanned hair-on hides, taxidermy mounts, bull pizzle walking canes, horn jewelry, mounted tails, hoof lamps, bull golf clubs, formal occasion saco-de-toro purses, all are available. Texas Longhorn "better than organic" beef is always available, from a small stick of jerky to a full side of beef.
 The educational theater is a treat for all to enjoy. The constantly playing large screen TV provides entertaining and informative documentaries on Omega 3 for health, Buelingo, You Tubes of famous Texas Longhorn bulls, the RFD TV feature of the DCCI ranch, ranch tour films, how-to films, a history of Hanging Judge Isaac Parker, a total of 20 educational features at no charge to store guests.
The official Grand Opening of the new store was Aug 4th, with special celebrity guest Vladimir Koloff, World Champion Wrestler. The store will be open 10AM to 5PM for 6 days a week during August, Saturdays High Noon to 5 and by appointment for beef purchases the rest of the year. |
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U.S. has fewest cattle in at least 4 decades
Written by Roxana Hegeman, The Associated Press
via ClarionLedger.com - 11:09 PM, Jul. 22, 2012
WICHITA, KAN. - A widespread drought that's forcing ranchers to sell off animals has helped shrink the nation's cattle herd to its smallest number in at least four decades.
The National Agricultural Statistics Service reported Friday that the number of cattle and calves in the United States totaled 97.8 million head as of July 1. That's 2 percent less than a year ago. Beef cattle numbers were down 3 percent at 30.5 million head counted, while dairy cow numbers remained  unchanged at 9.2 million.
Overall, it's the smallest cattle inventory since the agency began a July count in 1973. NASS now estimates the size of the nation's herd each January and July.
Glynn Tonser, an associate professor in agricultural economics at Kansas State University, said the smaller cattle numbers reflect a years-long trend that was speeded up by last year's drought in the Southwest. Pastures dried up, and feed prices skyrocketed, forcing ranchers to sell off animals.
More ranchers are selling animals this year as the U.S. struggles with the widest drought in decades. However, the report released Friday is based on data collected during the first half of June - before the drought spread and significant sales began.
There are two signs the cattle numbers won't recover soon. The nation's 2012 calf crop also was 2 percent smaller compared to a year ago, with 34.5 million calves expected to be born this year, the report estimated.
Also, a key indicator of potential future herd expansion is the number of replacement heifers ranchers keep in their herds. The July 1 inventory showed the number of beef replacement heifers unchanged at 4.2 million.
And, that number would have fallen if the data had included the latest drought-driven cattle selloffs in late June and July, Tonser said. |
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The ITTLA Smoke Signal
submitted by Doris Snyder
Well, ITTLA's first "Sooner Cattle Stampede" Sale and "Trail of Tears Futurity" is now history...
A big ITTLA CONGRATULATIONS to the winners and the THANK YOU to all participants, the members of the ITTLA sincerely hope to see you again next year...
Just Click on the picture below to view the winners and other news, like the ITTLA sale in Durant, OK on September 14th and 15th...consignments must be received byJuly 15th...
Just click here for the results and info...please be patient, there were lots of winners!
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Taken during CTTLA Summer camp and Ranch show 2012 at Raelynn & Stan Stephens. The one with the little girl is Stella Rose Lamb and friend Winnie Blu Sunshine. The other animals are of Jilli Blu Locket and her baby Winnie Blu Sunshine, " A Mother's Love!". Baby Longhorn at this picture 3 months Little girl - Stella Rose Lamb 14months old Niece of Deborah Deatherage. Owner/Photographer of Longhorns - Deborah and MikelL Deatherage |
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UPDATES & NEWS
FOR THE 2012 LONGHORN EXTRAVAGANZA
For the first time ever, you can participate in multiple events at one location.
On October 26-27, the Longhorn Extravaganza will be held at the Cox Convention Center in downtown Oklahoma City.
Breeders can now compete in two events at the same time and location:
THE LONGHORN WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP. For measurement entry information, go: http://www.TLMA.com.
THE ITLA CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW. For entry information, go to: http://www.ITLA.com
Look for special awards and recognition
for animals that win their class in both competitions!
We'll see you at the Longhorn Extravaganza!
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Visit us at WI LONGHORNS AND LEATHER in Lone Wolf, Oklahoma.
Offering Texas Longhorn, WI Longhorn brand healthy grass-fed ground beef.
Bulls, Steers, Cows and Calves FOR SALE at all times. |
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By Clif Little
OSU Extension Agriculture/Natural ResourcesGuernsey & Noble Counties
Recent storms downed many trees throughout Ohio, some of these pose a threat to livestock. Poisoning is most common when grazing is scarce, such as periods of dry weather coupled with thunderstorms that down trees during the mid to late summer months.
 Among the most deadly this time of year is the wild black cherry. The leaves and twigs of fallen wild black cherry trees are readily eaten by livestock and are potentially deadly. The seeds, twigs, bark and leaves of the wild black cherry contain a highly toxic compound, hydrocyanic acid. Poisonings occur most often occur when wilted leaves are eaten, but can also occur when leaves are consumed fresh, or dry. Cyanide poisoning causes a deficiency of oxygen reaching the body tissues. Symptoms following consumption appear quickly. Animals may exhibit excitement, incoordination, convulsions, rapid and labored breathing. Consult your veterinarian immediately if you suspect poisoning. Wild black cherry trees should be among the first to be removed from livestock grazing lands.
 Red maple poisoning can result from livestock consuming wilted leaves of fallen trees. Dried leaves have been reported to remain toxic for up to thirty days. The cause of toxicity is not clearly understood however, the primary effects are acute hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, and Heinz body formation in the red blood cells. Symptoms develop three to four days after ingestion and may include rapid breathing and heart rate, weakness, depression, cyanosis and brownish discoloration of blood and urine.
 The black locust tree contains several toxic compounds found in the sprouts, leaves, bark, flowers, and seed pods including a glycoside (robitin) and phytotoxins (robin and phasin). Affected animals may exhibit signs of depression, diarrhea, weakness, posterior paralysis, pupil dilation, weak pulse and rapid, irregular heartbeat.
Many oak species contain toxic tannins. Large quantities of young leaves, sprouts and green acorns are toxic. Livestock must consume large quantities of these plant parts for a period of time before poisoning will occur. These plant tannins or their metabolites may cause intestinal and renal dysfunction. Symptoms appear several days after the period of consumption and include abdominal pain, depression, diarrhea and blood in urine.
 Our state tree the buckeye tree can and does make cattle sick each year. Cattle readily consume fallen buckeyes. Toxicity is attributed to glycosides and possibly alkaloids. Sprouts and leaves may also be poisonous. Animals exhibit depression, incoordination, twitching, paralysis and inflammation of mucous membranes. If caught quickly treated animals usually survive.
As we clean up from the storm, some people mistakenly throw branches and clippings in to pastures.
 One of the most deadly shrubs to livestock is the yew. Yews are flat needled evergreen shrubs, with a bright red fleshy cup-shaped berry. The leaves, bark, and seeds contain alkaloids that affect the nervous system and are toxic green or dry. Poisonings often occur when clipping are accessible to livestock. Symptoms include gaseous distress, tremors, diarrhea, convulsions, dilated pupils, weakness and respiratory difficulty.
Combine summer drought with high winds and broken trees and we have the perfect storm for livestock poisoning. Clean pastures and hay fields of these potentially harmful trees. Provide additional feed and or hay when forage grazing is limited and consult your veterinarian if you suspect poisoning.
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The Longhorn Code of Honor TM
"Embracing Integrity, Honesty and Dignity in the Longhorn Breed"
We, the supporters of the Longhorn Code of Honor, understand that honesty, fairness, and mutual respect are fundamental to the way we treat each other. We will conduct our business in a moral and ethical manner, realizing that the integrity and public image of the Longhorn industry is based on the sum of all professional conduct of the men and women who buy, sell, and breed Longhorn cattle.
- We believe that one of our highest responsibilities is the proper care of our Longhorn cattle.
- We will not misrepresent the sire and dam of any of our Longhorn production.
- We will not misrepresent the date of birth of any of our Longhorn production.
- When we operate a public auction, we will not misrepresent the true buyer of any consignment.
- When we operate a public auction, we will not misrepresent the actual sales price of any consignment.
- We will treat everyone with respect and conduct our business in an honest manner.
No quality or trait is more important than integrity. An ethical person inspires trust. Without trust, we cannot build and maintain our industry or support our associations. By following this simple Longhorn code, we will continue to thrive as independent breeders, strengthen our associations, and maintain the highest level of credibility. We encourage all breeders of the Longhorn industry to embrace the Longhorn Code of Honor and commit to these basic values.
To learn more about the Longhorn Code of Honor, and to have the Seal sent to you, CLICK HERE. |
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ITLA Youth President
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ITLA Youth Participation and Sponsorships
ITLA Youth Committee co-chairs RaeLynn Stevens and Danielle Andrews and ITLA Youth Officers, President, Cally Cox, and Vice President, Shelby Coats have been to be held at the Longhorn Extravaganza in Oklahoma City this year. They would like to invite all of the youth in the Texas Longhorn breed, regardless of association affiliation, to participate in our 2012 ITLA Championship Youth Show.
This group, along with ITLA Youth Committee members Lana Daniel, Debbie Goodrich, Marilee Babler, Patsy Davidson, Cindy Cox, Stacy Coats, and Carol Obermeier has the ITLA Youth organization on fire. The fund raising activities are going very well. The kids are working hard to earn the sponsorships needed to have an outstanding lineup of awards. They already have sponsorships for over half of the belt buckles that will be awarded. They also have donations of 100 straws of semen, batches of ten, from some of the biggest named bulls in the breed. The semen will be the
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centerpiece of the ITLA Youth Scholarship fund raising activities at this year's Championship Show.
Texas Longhorn breeders interested in sponsoring belt buckles or making donations to the ITLA Youth Fund in advance of the Championship Youth Show may do so by calling the ITLA office.
The Youth Show is on Saturday, October 27, 2012 held in conjunction with the annual ITLA Convention. This show is on a track to be the most exciting and fun-filled youth show you have ever participated in, and every Texas Longhorn youth is invited to be a part of it, regardless of association affiliation. At ITLA you do not have to have qualified in an affiliate show to participate in our Championship Youth Show.
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ITLA Youth Vice President Shelby Coats had been hard at work preparing for the 2012 ITLA Championship Youth Show |
So, make your plans to come to the Longhorn Extravaganza in Oklahoma City on October 26-27, 2012 and be a part of our great ITLA Youth Show, at the ITLA Championship Show during the Longhorn Extravaganza in Oklahoma City. All of the information for participation is available on our ITLA web site at itla.com or call the ITLA office at (254) 898-0157.
More Information:
Any questions, please call Trish or Robin at the ITLA headquarters.
254-898-0157 Or, email us: staff@itla.com
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| Chewin' the Cud |
The Old Cirucit Preacher decided that it was finally time to get dentures. They tried to get them fitted best they could in time for his Sunday message. But, his first Sunday with his new dentures, he was only able to preach about 8 minutes. The next Sunday, he preached about 15 minutes. But, the third Sunday he preached two and a half hours!
The Head Deacon inquired, "Preacher! What is going on these last few weeks?"
The Circuit Preacher replied, "Well, I just got these here new fangled dentures....Two Sundays ago, they were a might painful, I could only preach about 8 minutes. Last Sunday, I reckon I was a little more used to them, but I could still only preach about 15 minutes. But, this morning, I accidentally grabbed my wife's dentures, and I just couldn't shut up!!" |
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Plan to Make a Profit with your Texas Longhorn Cattle
ITLA wants every member to make a profit. We host seminars, clinics, educational articles, videos and how-to publications, they are all a part of the continuing effort to help members develop a profitable Texas Longhorn program.
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Seven Ways to Profit With Texas Longhorns
Creating A Customer File
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Profiting From Print Advertising
Developing a Profitable Ad
Generating Profitable Sales
Salesmanship - The Competitive Edge
Developed by the International Texas Longhorn Association 2007. Concepts by Diana Miltimore, Charlene Semkin, Stan Searle, Darol Dickinson, and Larry Smith II.
Send $8 plus $1 for postage.
International Texas Longhorn Association
PO Box 2610
Glen Rose, Texas 76043
254-898-0157
The "Profit Book" is a must read, and a fast read.
Buy the book and good things will start to happen!
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 New to Texas Longhorns?
There's lots of good people who would love to help you get started !
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2012 Dual Registration Sale
Offer Extended to December 31, 2012  You can register cattle of any age (that are already registered with another registry) for these Special Low Rates all year long! DUAL REGISTRATION Discount Rates (Cattle of Any Age)
1-24 ....................................$ 8.00
25-99 ...................................$ 6.00
100+ ....................................$ 4.00
*To have your Longhorn's picture on the certificate, simply email a cropped photo (5" x 7.5") in 100 dpi-as an attachment-to photos@itla.com and we'll do the rest.
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For questions or assistance with any registrations
call Robin or Trish at: 254-898-0157
Email us: staff@itla.com
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Make your check payable to ITLA and mail to: ITLA, PO Box 2610, Glen Rose, TX 76043 |
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