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DUMMY STEER ROPING CONTEST FOR YOUTH
SCHEDULED FOR DECEMBER 4

The Missouri Livestock Symposium will once again offer a Dummy Steer Roping contest in cooperation with the Kirksville Missouri Morning Optimist Club and Missouri Working Horse Magazine. The contest will be held at 2 pm on Saturday, December 4 at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville, Missouri
Competition will be divided into three age breakdowns as follows:
     4 – 6 years old – Boys/Girls compete together
     7 – 9 years old – Boys/Girls compete together
    10 – 12 years old – Boys/Girls compete together
Belt buckles to the winners and cash prizes for the top three competitors in each division will be awarded.

The purpose of this contest is to encourage youth to practice and enjoy roping while providing basic roping instructions for the novice, beginner, and advanced level competitors.

Competition rules and entry information may be found at the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium web site at http://missourilivestock.com

Division winners are required to demonstrate their roping skills prior to the Ronnie McDowell Show Saturday night, December 4 at 7:30 pm.

Additional information about the Dummy Steer Roping Contest can also be obtained by contacting Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049 home or 660-341-6625 cell.

The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium provides name entertainment, great trade show and meals, and educational speakers from 11 states on horses, beef cattle, sheep, swine, meat goats, aquaculture, stock dogs, and consumer topics. In addition this year’s Livestock Symposium features a Crops Section for the first time.

The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium is held at the Kirksville Middle School on Friday, December 3 and Saturday, December 4. Doors open Friday at 4 pm. with a sponsored beef supper served at 6 pm. The Friday evening program features award winning farm broadcaster, Orion Samuelson, who will also be on hand Saturday morning to meet and greet Symposium goers. Doors open 8 am. Saturday morning with educational programs beginning at 9 am. and the co-sponsored Governor’s Style luncheon to be served 11:30 am through 1 pm.


There is no pre-registration or registration costs for the Missouri Livestock Symposium. The only costs associated with the program are for Ronnie McDowell tickets which are $10 each. These must be purchased in advance.

For 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium information, Ronnie McDowell Show tickets, or Dummy Steer Roping Contest information go to http://missourilivestock.com  or call 660-665-9866
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HORSE PROGRAM AT 2004 MISSOURI LIVESTOCK SYMPOSIUM
FEATURES BIG NAME ENTERTAINMENT
AND INTERNATIONALLY KNOWN SPEAKERS

  The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium will be held December 3rd and 4th, 2004 in Kirksville, Missouri. The Horse Section of this year’s program will feature some “big hitters” according to Garry Mathes, 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium Committee Co-Chair. In addition, Mathes noted that “we will have some great entertainment as well.” Orion Samuelson will speak on Friday night and Nashville’s Ronnie McDowell will entertain Saturday night. There are no costs involved to attend the Symposium other than Ronnie McDowell Show tickets which are $10 each and go on sale October 15th. Tickets are limited and sold on a first come first serve basis by calling 660-665-9866 or emailing Vanessa Miller at MillerVa@missouri.edu  and putting “MLS tickets” in the subject line.

The educational section of the horse program features the following:

  • Dr. Temple Grandin (Colorado) – internationally recognized expert on animal handling will speak on “Horse Behavior and Management”.
  • Dr. Garry Lacefield (Kentucky) – known for his educational efforts on forages world-wide, Dr. Lacefield will address the topic of “Pasture Related Reproductive Problems.”
  • Dr. Gary Potter (Texas) – returns to the Symposium for his second appearance and provides horse enthusiasts with two talks, “Advice on Breeding Horses” and “Nutritional Support for Athletic Horses”.
  • Dr. Pat Pence (Missouri) – recognized as an expert in equine dentistry, Dr. Pence has been assigned the topic of “Equine Dentistry in the 21st Century”.

  There is no registration or registration costs associated with the Missouri Livestock Symposium. The Symposium also features a great trade show, free meals (Friday night at 6 pm, coffee and donuts Saturday morning, and Governors Style Luncheon Saturday 11:30 am - 1 pm), and an equally impressive lineup of speakers for beef cattle producers, sheep and meat goat producers, crop producers, swine producers, and those interested in forages. The program also includes topics for consumers and those interested in stock dogs or raising fish.

  More details about the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium can be viewed on the web at http://missourilivestock.com  or call 660-665-9866 or 660-665-7049. Additional information, if needed, can also be obtained by e-mailing Bruce Lane at lanen@missouri.edu and putting “MLS” in the subject line.

  Doors to the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium open at 4 pm on Friday, December 3rd. Doors open at 8 am on Saturday December 4th. The program is held at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville, Missouri.

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MISSOURI LIVESTOCK SYMPOSIUM
FEATURES TOP-RATE SHEEP AND MEAT GOAT PROGRAMS

  If you are interested in sheep or meat goats the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium may be exactly what you are looking for. The program will be held on Friday, December 3rd and Saturday, December 4th at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove, in Kirksville, Missouri.

  In addition to an outstanding lineup of topics and speakers on sheep and meat goats, the Symposium also features internationally known speakers on beef cattle, forages, horses, swine, stock dogs, “around the home” topics, and even aquaculture. A new addition to this year’s program is the new Crops Section which features Francis Childs of Manchester, Iowa, who is the current yield record holder for corn production.

  According to Garry Mathes co-chair of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium Committee, “the 2004 sheep program looks spectacular!” Mathes said the program includes the following:

  • Dr. Wes Patton (Chico State University, California) – Dr. Patton has raised sheep and cattle for a long time, teaches sheep production at Chico State, and will speak about how “40 years of Raising Sheep” can help you succeed in the sheep business. He will also address the topic “Business or Way of Life?”
  • Mike Caskey (Pipestone Lamb and Wool Program, Minnesota) – those who follow the sheep industry know that the Pipestone Lamb and Wool Program has been instrumental in making the southwestern Minnesota area a leader in sheep production and management strategies. Mike Caskey, who coordinates the Pipestone Lamb and Wool Program, talks about “Getting the Labor Out of Sheep Production” and “Successful Producer Traits”.
  • Dr. Kreg Leymaster (USDA Meat Animal Research Center, Nebraska) – Dr. Leymaster conducts sheep research at USDA-MARC in Clay Center, Nebraska where he is currently involved with various aspects of breed research. He will discuss “Evaluation and Use of Breeds”.
  • Dr. Dan Morrical (Iowa State University) – sheep and meat goat producers understand the importance and significance of feeding and supplementing animals wisely. Dr. Morrical’s topics include “Feeding Smart” and “Meat Goats Feeds and Feeding”.

  Mathes also notes that there will be plenty of other topics of interest to choose from that relate directly to sheep and meat goats. The Forages Section, for example, has talks on “Producing and Storing High Quality Hay” (Dr. Garry Lacefield – University of Kentucky), and two Forages updates relative to the Midwest (Dr. David Davis and Dr. Rob Kallenbach, University of Missouri).

  In addition, Bruce Campbell of Healdsburg, California, will provide advice on “Stock Dog Selection, Care, and Training” as well as put on a “Lamb Cutting Demonstration”. Bruce, who has worked with some of the country’s most notable chefs, is owner-operator of CK Lamb which has been direct marketing lamb to up-scale establishments on the west coast and elsewhere for decades.

  Lastly, the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium will also bring in some big names for Friday night and Saturday night entertainment. Orion Samuelson, farm broadcasting icon will address Symposium attendees on Friday night and then “greet and meet” attendees on Saturday morning. Saturday night, country music star, Ronnie McDowell, performs at 8 pm. Tickets for the latter are $10 each and sold on a first come first serve basis. Ticket information can be accessed by calling 660-665-9866 or emailing Vanessa Miller at MillerVa@missouri.edu and putting “MLS tickets” in the subject line. Tickets go on sale October 15th.

  Additional information, if needed, can be viewed on the web at http://missourilivestock.com or by calling Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (or e-mail lanen@missouri.edu) or Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049.

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“DOC” WAYNE D. SMITH"
SELECTED AS 2004 NORTHEAST MISSOURI
LIVESTOCK PERSON OF THE YEAR

  “Doc” Wayne D. Smith, long-time cattle enthusiast and popular Missouri Angus Fieldsman, will be inducted into the Northeast Missouri Livestock Hall of Fame on Friday evening, December 3, 2004 during the evening program of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium. Affectionately known as “Doc” to most of his friends, Doc Smith has been a pillar and respected leader in the Missouri cattle industry for decades. A Missouri Angus fieldsman who was in charge of the Annual Missouri Angus Directory and the Missouri Angus Trails, “Doc” Smith is arguably one of the most recognizable faces in Missouri Angus and cattle circles. A Veterinarian by profession, he earned his DVM degree at the University of Missouri in 1956. He also holds a Masters Degree in Education and graduated as an auctioneer after completing the 1980 Missouri Auction School.

  Over the years “Doc” has received numerous awards and recognitions. The Missouri State Fair Beef Shows were dedicated to him in 1997. Also, he was inducted into the Angus Heritage Foundation in 2001 and the National Junior Angus Show was dedicated to him in 2004. You will find him listed in “Who’s Who in the Midwest; Who’s Who in Missouri; Who’s Who in the USA; Who’s Who in Politics; The Book of Honor; Personalities of America; Biographical Roll of Honor; and the Registry of American Achievement.” He is also listed in the “Who’s Who In Veterinary Science and Medicine.”

  In addition to his long and successful career as a Missouri Angus Fieldsman, “Doc” has also found time to be very active in his community. He has served as chairman of many local organizations including the Sullivan County Republican Committee, Sullivan County Ambulance Board, Farm Bureau Board, Extension Council, Sullivan County Health Department Board of Trustees, and Sullivan County Hospital Board. In addition, he has served on the State ASCS Committee, NE Health Promoters, been a 4-H leader, Sunday School Superintendent, Shriner and Lions Club member, a 32nd Degree Mason, and member of the Winigan Community Park Board and a Winigan Fire Department Volunteer.

  Related specifically to cattle, “Doc” is a Past President of the Sullivan County Cattlemen’s Association, Sullivan County Angus Association, and served on both Senator Danforth’s and Representative Coleman’s Agriculture Advisory Committees.

  “Doc’s” wife Evelyn also has roots in the cattle industry. Evelyn, the daughter of a local farmer and Angus breeder, comes from an “Angus Family” that has maintained membership in the Angus Association since 1932. Although “Doc” and Evelyn have no children of their own, they have been enthusiastic ambassadors for not only Angus cattle but for the up and coming youth who raise them. According to those who know him best, “no one more than Doc Smith has committed more time and energy to the youth of the state”! “Doc” and wife Evelyn have farms in both Sullivan and Adair Counties.

  The Missouri Livestock Symposium Committee is proud to honor “Doc” Wayne D. Smith as the 2004 Northeast Missouri Livestock Person of the Year. As such, he will be inducted into our Hall of Fame and presented the traditional hand painted framed oil portrait of himself at the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium on Friday night, December 3, 2004. Our congratulations and heart felt thanks to “Doc” and Evelyn for a job well done!

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2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium Provides Wealth of Topics and Information for Beef Cattle Producers

According to Garry Mathes, Co-Chair for the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium, “the December 3rd – 4th Missouri Livestock Symposium is THE place to be if you are interested in the cattle industry!” Mathes indicates that beef cattle producers should be impressed with both the topics and the speakers. Some of the program topics and speakers are as follows:

  • Dr. Temple Grandin (Colorado State University) – speaks on “Animal Welfare and What it Means to Your Farm”; also, “Practical Cattle Working Facilities”.

  • Dr. Larry Cundiff (USDA – MARC, Nebraska) – speaks on “The Latest on Beef Breeds” and also “USDA Beef Cattle Research News”.

  • Dr. John Edwards (Express Ranches, Oklahoma) – speaks on “How Skilled are You at Buying Bulls?”

  • Dr. Michael Coe, D.V.M. (Salt Lake City, Utah) – speaks on “National Animal I.D - Are You Ready?”

  • Dr. Dave Patterson (University of Missouri) – speaks on “Reproduction and Estrus Synchronization Strategies”.

  • Dr. C.K. Allen (Missouri) – speaks on “Selection to Improve Carcass Value”.

  • Dr. Cindy Daley (Chico State, California) – speaks on “Grass Fed Beef is Gaining Momentum”.

  • Dr. Taylor Woods (State Veterinarian, Missouri) – speaks on “Missouri Cattle Health Update and National Animal I.D. Program”

  • Dr. Ken Holscher (Iowa State University) – speaks on “Fly Control Strategies and New Products”.

  • Dr. Art Barnaby (Kansas State University) – speaks on the “New Livestock Risk Protection Program”.

In addition, most beef producers will find the Forages Section equally attractive. This section of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium includes:

  • Dr. Rob Kallenback (University of Missouri) – speaks on “MU Forages Update”.

  • Dr. Garry Lacefield (University of Kentucky) – speaks on “Producing and Storing High Quality Hay”.

  • Dr. J.R. Russell (Iowa State University) – speaks on “Year Round Grazing Systems for Fall and Spring Calving Cows” and also “Winter Grazing Systems”.

  • Dr. David Davis (Forage System Research Center – MU)- speaks on “Low Stress Weaning and Innovative Forage Systems”.

  • Dr. Lacefield is also featured on the Friday night program with a talk titled “Attitude of Gratitude”.

In addition, on Friday night December 3rd the Symposium will feature the award winning farm reporter Orion Samuelson. He will also “Meet and Greet” Symposium attendees on Saturday morning.

For complete program details and additional information on speakers and topics check out the web at http://missourilivestock.com or call Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (e-mail lanen@missouri.edu) or contact Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049.

To attend the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium no pre-registration is required and there is no registration fee. A free beef supper will be served Friday evening, free donuts and coffee Saturday morning, and a free Governors Style Luncheon is provided Saturday noon.

The Symposium also features internationally known speakers on sheep, meat goats, swine, stock dogs, horses,  and “around the home” topics. There’s even a Farm Ponds – Farm Profits talk!

The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium opens its doors Friday, December 3rd at 4:00 pm and again at 8:00 am Saturday morning. The program concludes Saturday night with entertainment featuring the “Ronnie McDowell Show” at 8:00 pm. The only cost associated with the Missouri Livestock Symposium are Ronnie McDowell tickets which go on sale October 15th for $10 each. Seating is limited and they are sold on a first come first serve basis. For ticket information call 660-665-9866 or e-mail Vanessa Miller at MillerVa@missouri.edu and put “MLS Tickets” in the subject line.

The Missouri Livestock Symposium is held at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S Cottage Grove, Kirksville, Missouri

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Swine Producers to Receive Feeding & A.I. Tips
at the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium

  According to Garry Mathes, co-chair of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium committee, swine producers might want to mark down December 3-4, 2004 on their calendars. That’s when the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium will be held in Kirksville, Missouri, at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove Street.

  Mathes says this year’s program will once again feature some programs that offer timely advice for swine producers. Three of the topics to be covered include “Feeding Tips for Both Commercial and Club Pig Producers”, “Swine A.I. – Practical Tips for Producers of Any Size”, and “Outdoor Swine Production”. In addition,  Dr. Temple Grandin, internationally known expert on swine handling facilities, will speak on animal welfare issues and how they will affect the family farm.  Other speakers include Drs. Marcia Shannon and Tim Safranski who are State Extension Swine Specialists at the University of Missouri.

  In addition to the swine educational programs that are scheduled for Saturday, December 4, there is “a lot more to see, hear, and do at this year’s Symposium, says Mathes. Doors to the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium open at 4 pm on Friday, December 3 and Symposium attendees will be treated to a sold-out agriculturally related trade show, a free supper at 6 pm, and then some of the best speakers the Ag. Industry has to offer after supper. Friday night speakers include Dr. Temple Grandin who tackles the issue of animal welfare, Dr. Garry Lacefield (University of Kentucky) who talks on “Attitude of Gratitude”, and then farm broadcasting icon, Orion Samuelson, who will also be on hand Saturday morning as well to “meet and greet” 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium attendees.

  Doors to the Symposium open again at 8:00 am on Saturday where the trade show continues along with a multitude of educational programs. In addition to the Swine programs there will be internationally and nationally known speakers from coast to coast to discuss topics and issues on beef cattle, forages, horses, sheep, meat goats, aquaculture, stock dogs, and other “around the home” topics.

  There are several free meals provided at the Symposium including a free dinner Friday night at 6 pm, free donuts and coffee Saturday morning, and a free Governor’s Style Luncheon provided Saturday from 11:30 am to 1 pm.

  The Missouri Livestock Symposium concludes with the “Ronnie McDowell Show” at 8 pm on Saturday night. Tickets for the Ronnie McDowell Show (there are no other costs associated with the Symposium) are $10 each and go on sale October 15. Seating is limited and tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis. Tickets can be purchased by calling 660-665-9866 or by emailing Vanessa Miller at MillerVA@missouri.edu and putting “MLS Tickets” in the subject line.

  More detailed information about all of the Missouri Livestock Symposium programs and events can be viewed on the web at http://missourilivestock.com or by calling Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (or email lanen@missouri.edu) or Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049. No pre-registration is required and there are no registration costs associated with the Missouri Livestock Symposium.

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2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium
Adds CROPS SECTION to Impressive Program Line up

  The Missouri Livestock Symposium has become known for its great programs and speakers related to the beef cattle, horse, sheep, forages, swine, meat goat, and stock dog industries. However, according to Garry Mathes, Co-Chair of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium, “the committee believed we should try to do something for our crop producers as well – after all, their contributions to the economics of our communities is immense.” Therefore, the December 3-4 Missouri Livestock Symposium will for the first time feature programming specifically for corn and soybean producers. The educational programs of the Crops Section will be held Saturday, December 4. Program speakers and topics include:

  •  “Soybean Rust Update and SDS” – Dr. Laura Sweets, University of Missouri;

  • “Soybean Aphid Update” – Dr. Wayne Bailey, University of Missouri

  • “High Yielding Corn” (2 presentations) – Francis Childs, Corn Yield Record Holder, Manchester, Iowa

  • “Stored Grain Pest Control” – Dr. Ken Holscher, Iowa State University

  • “Nutrient Management and Crop Production” – Steve Crowley, University of Missouri

  Doors to the Symposium open at 4 P.M. on Friday, December 3. In addition to the educational programs held Saturday for livestock and crop producers, there are several other events and activities of interest. A large trade show is held in conjunction with the Symposium and is open all day Saturday and from 4 pm – 10 pm on Friday. Free meals are provided on Friday night at 6 pm and Saturday 11:30 am - 1 pm. Free coffee and donuts are available Saturday morning.

  Featured speakers Friday night include farm broadcasting icon, Orion Samuelson, who will also be at the Symposium Saturday morning to “meet and greet” symposium attendees; Dr. Temple Grandin who is considered an international expert on animal welfare and animal handling facilities; and Dr. Garry Lacefield of the University of Kentucky who speaks on “Attitude of Gratitude”.

  The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium concludes Saturday night with the “Ronnie McDowell Show at 8 pm. Tickets for the latter are $10 each and go on sale October 15. Tickets may be purchased by calling 660-665-9866 or by emailing Vanessa Miller at MillerVa@missouri.edu and by putting “MLS Tickets” in the subject line. Tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis and seating is limited.

  Other than “Ronnie McDowell Show” tickets there are no other costs associated with the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium. There is no pre-registration required and no registration cost.

  More detailed information about the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium can be viewed on the web at http://missourilivestock.com or by calling Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (email lanen@missouri.edu) or Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049. The program is held at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville, Missouri.

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Orion Samuelson and the Ronnie McDowell Show
Highlight Entertainment at the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium
 

  The December 3rd and 4th Missouri Livestock Symposium features experts from throughout the country on Horses, Beef Cattle, Sheep, Meat Goats, Swine, Forages, Crops, Consumer Topics, and even Stock Dogs and Aquaculture. But the Symposium will also once again feature a big name entertainer and agricultural icon.

  Orion Samuelson is heard on WGN Radio where he has served as Agricultural Services Director since 1960. He and his associate, Max Armstrong, present 28 agricultural reports daily on WGN and the Agri-Voice Satellite Network of 78 stations. Orion is also heard daily on more than 260 radio stations with his syndicated National Farm Report and on 110 stations with his syndicated Samuelson Sez and is seen weekly on 190 commercial TV stations on U.S. Farm Report. The syndicated show, produced and hosted by Orion, started in 1975.

  His life-long commitment to agriculture has been recognized by organizations in all segments of agri-business. In January of 1998, the American Farm Bureau Federation honored Orion and Bob Dole with the AFBF Distinguished Service Award. At the 1997 Illinois State Fair, Governor Jim Edgar changed the name of the Junior Livestock Building to the Orion Samuelson Junior Livestock Building as a tribute to Orion’s nearly 4 decades of service to the agricultural youth of Illinois. In October of 1994, Orion was honored as “Man of the Year” by Heifer Project International on its 50th anniversary. He has received the National 4-H Alumni Award and the Honorary FFA American Farmer Degree and is the only broadcaster in the nation to receive two Oscars in Agriculture…one for radio and one for television. He is an honorary member of Alpha Gamma Rho, the agriculture fraternity, and in 1985 Orion was inducted into the Scandinavian Hall of Fame.

  He is in great demand on the convention speaker circuit and annually makes more than 100 appearances as speaker or Master of Ceremonies. He was honored in 1984 to serve as M.C. for President Reagan’s “Hometoown Birthday Party” in Dixon, Illinois.

  Orion has traveled internationally to 38 countries to cover agricultural production and trade for his radio and television shows…countries include Australia, Malaysia, Singapore, Scotland, England, Hungary, France, Denmark, India, Norway, Sweden, Austria, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Thailand, Peoples Republic of China, Brazil and the former USSR. He has also been involved in four official government trips. In October 1989, Orion traveled to Taipei to receive the International Communicator of the Year Award from the President of the Republic of China.

  Samuelson is also active in areas outside broadcasting. He is Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation, a Trustee of the Farm Foundation and a Trustee of the Cornerstone Foundation of Lutheran Social Services. He currently serves as Co-Chairman of a committee seeking to increase financial support for the Cooperative Extension Service…University of Illinois Citizens for Extension and in December 1998 was asked by Illinois Governor-Elect George Ryan to Chair his Agricultural Transition Committee.

  Orion Samuelson will speak Friday evening and will also be on hand Saturday morning to greet and visit with Symposium attendees.

  The Saturday night entertainment is the Ronnie McDowell Show. Now touring as a solo act and as the headliner with Bill Pinkney’s Original Drifters, McDowell is also riding high on two new albums from Curb Records – one country, the other classic rock “n” roll and beach music. Radio is re-discovering his magic. In the grim week following Elvis Presley’s death in 1977, McDowell came out of nowhere to dazzle the world with his heartfelt and self-penned tribute, “The King is Gone.” Its impact was so great that it landed the singer guest appearances on both the Grand Ole Opry and Dick Clark’s American Bandstand. By the time he signed to Epic Records in 1979, he had charted four more songs. At Epic, McDowell practically held a lease to the top of the charts. Between 1980 and 1986, every single he released – except one – became a Top 10 hit or better (in most cases, much better). This period yielded the No. 1’s “Older Women” and “You’re Gonna Ruin My Bad Reputation,” as well as the wildly popular “Watchin’ Girls Go By,” “Personally,” “You Made A Wanted Man of Me,” “All Tied Up” and “In a New York Minute.” Moving to Curb Records in 1986, he scored Top 10 again via “It’s Only Make Believe,” a duet with Conway Twitty. Two years later, he teamed up with the peerless Jerry Lee Lewis for an eye-popping romp called “You’re Never Too Old to Rock ‘N’ Roll.”

  “Charisma” is a much overused word – until you see how well Ronnie McDowell wears it.

  The Ronnie McDowell Show is at 8 pm on Saturday night, December 4. Tickets are $10 and sold on a first come first serve basis. Seating is limited. Tickets go on sale October 15 and can be purchased by calling 660-665-9866 or e-mail Vanessa at MillerVa@missouri.edu and put the words “Ronnie McDowell Tickets” in the subject line.

  Detailed information about the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium can be found on the web at http://missourilivestock.com or by calling Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (email lanen@missouri.edu) or Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049.

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2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium Announces Programs & Schedule

  The 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium will be held December 3rd and 4th, 2004, in Kirksville, Missouri. The nationally acclaimed event will feature internationally recognized speakers from 12 states, farm broadcasting icon Orion Samuelson, free food, a top agriculturally related trade show and the Ronnie McDowell Show on Saturday night. Doors to the Symposium open at 4 pm on Friday, December 3. The doors open again 8 am on Saturday, December 4, for a full day of activities. There is no registration fee or advance registration required. The program will be held at the Kirksville Middle School, 1515 S. Cottage Grove, Kirksville, Missouri.

  Friday’s program includes access to the trade show, a free beef supper at 6 pm with all the fixins', and a star studded lineup of speakers following the supper that include: Temple Grandin of Colorado who is known internationally for her work with livestock producers and livestock handling facilities, Dr. Garry Lacefield from the University of Kentucky who is known throughout the world for his work with forages, and Orion Samuelson who is heard daily on more that 260 radio stations with his syndicated “National Farm Report” and on 110 stations with his syndicated “Samuelson Sez”. He is also seen weekly on 190 commercial TV stations on “U.S. Farm Report”.

  On Saturday, December 4 the doors open at 8 am. Those interested in livestock and agriculture in general “will be treated to some of the top names the industry has to offer”, according to Garry Mathes, co-chair of the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium planning committee. The program offers some of the best minds and speakers in the beef cattle, horse, forages, sheep, swine, meat goats, and stock dog industries. In addition, the Symposium also has added a Crops Section this year with emphasis on hot topics concerning corn and soybean producers. There will again be an “Around the Home” section that will cover consumers and food topics, tips for gardeners, and even instruction on flower arrangement!

  Some of the speakers on this year’s Beef Cattle program include Temple Grandin (Colorado), Dr. Michael Coe, DVM (Utah), Dr. Larry Cundiff, (USDA Meat Animal Research Center, Nebraska), Dr. John Edwards of Express Ranches (Oklahoma), Dr. C. K. Allen (Missouri), Dr. Taylor Woods (State Veterinarian, Missouri), Dr. Cindy Daley (California), Dr. Ken Holscher (Iowa), and Dr. Art Barnaby (Kansas).

  The Horse Section features Dr. Garry Lacefield of Kentucky who also speaks in the Forages Section, Dr. Gary Potter from Texas A&M, Dr. Temple Grandin, Dr. Michael Coe, and Dr. Pat Pence (Missouri) who originally practiced in Idaho and is considered an expert in equine dentistry.

  The Forages Section includes topics on Year-round Grazing Systems (Dr. J.R. Russell, Iowa State University), Producing and Storing High Quality Hay (Lacefield, University of Kentucky), Missouri Forages Update (Dr. Rob Kallenbach, Missouri University) and Forages Systems Research Center News (Dr. David Davis, MU/FSRC).

  Sheep and Meat Goat producers should be impressed with the 2004 lineup. On the program include Dr. Wes Patton from Chico State University (California), Dr. Kreg Leymaster (USDA-MARC, Nebraska), Mike Caskey from Pipestone, Minnesota, Dr. Dan Morrical of Iowa State University, and Bruce Campbell from Healdsburg, California. Bruce, who has worked with famous chefs like Wolfgang Puck, will also do double duty by not only performing a lamb cutting demo and discussing how to gain market share, but will also talk on stock dog selection and training.

  Crop producers will have an opportunity to hear about the latest on Soybean Rust from Laura Sweets of the University of Missouri. Dr. Steve Cromley, also from MU, will discuss Nutrient Management and Crop Production, while Dr. Wayne Bailey addresses Soybean Aphids. The Crops Section will also feature Francis Childs, corn yield record holder from Iowa, who will discuss techniques he has fine-tuned to produce record yields of corn.

  Lastly, the 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium also feature talks on “Farm Ponds-Farm Profits”, “Swine A.I.” and swine “Feeding Tips for Commercial and Club Pig Producers”, “Meat Goat Feeds and Feeding”, and more.

  Free meals! Again, the Missouri Livestock Symposium features a free Friday night supper, donuts and coffee on Saturday morning, and a free Governors Style Lunch on Saturday noon coordinated by the Missouri Department of Agriculture. The luncheon features many of the products produced by Missouri’s fine commodity groups.

  The Symposium concludes Saturday night with the Ronnie McDowell Show. Tickets for this show go on sale October 15th and can be purchased by calling 660-665-9866 or by e-mailing Vanessa Miller at MillerVa@missouri.edu and putting “MLS tickets” in the subject line. Seating is limited and tickets are sold on a first come first serve basis. Tickets are $10 each.

  For complete 2004 Missouri Livestock Symposium details go to the web at http://missourilivestock.com or call Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 (e-mail: lanen@missouri.edu) or Garry Mathes at 660-665-7049.

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2004 Northeast Missouri Livestock Person of the Year
Applications are Due August 2

  The Missouri Livestock Symposium would like to announce that applications for Livestock Person of the Year are being accepted. This award is designed to recognize individuals that have made a significant and lasting contribution to the livestock industry in Northeast Missouri. Recipients may be producers, agribusiness personnel, agency personnel, agricultural educators, researchers, or strong supporters of the animal industry in Northeast Missouri.

  Eligible applicants must be current or former residents of Northeast Missouri in one of the following counties: Adair, Clark, Knox, Lewis, Linn, Macon, Marion, Monroe, Pike, Putnam, Randolph, Ralls, Schuyler, Scotland, Shelby, or Sullivan. The award may be given posthumously.

  The recipient will be recognized on Friday evening at the Missouri Livestock Symposium with a plaque and the unveiling of an oil portrait of the recipient. The portrait will be displayed throughout the year and annually at the Symposium.

  If any group or individual would like to nominate someone for this award, contact your local Extension office, Garry Mathes 660-665-7049, or Bruce Lane at 660-665-9866 for information or application materials.

  If you have access to the web, 2004 Northeast Missouri Livestock Person of the Year applications can be downloaded at http://missourilivestock.com.

  Nominations and completed applications are due in the Adair County Extension Center, 503 E. Northtown Rd., Kirksville, MO  63501 no later than August 2 at 5 pm.

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