February 2, 2010 FLORESVILLE -- Bill Hyman, executive director of the state’s Independent Cattlemen’s Association, addressed members of the South Central Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association Jan. 21 at the annual business meeting in the American Legion Hall. Hyman addressed issues affecting the cattle industry, ranging from diseases to the reorganization of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. (More)
Local cattlemen’s chapter elects Jackson as foreman February 2, 2010 FLORESVILLE -- With the beginning of a new decade, a new president will oversee the South Central Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association (SCTICA), following the election of Richard L. “Dickie” Jackson Jan. 21. Jackson replaces A.L. “Windy” Miller, who served in the top capacity since January 2006. (More)
February Gardening Calendar
Calvin Finch, PhD January 26, 2010 February is the big pruning month, especially this year with the freezes. First, remove all the dead wood on all plants in the landscape. (More)
DeWitt County All Breeds sale this Saturday
January 26, 2010 The 25th annual DeWitt County All Breeds Bull & Female Sale will be held Saturday, Jan. 30, at 11 a.m. in the Cuero Livestock Commission in Cuero. (More)
Goat and lamb prospect show January 26, 2010 Stockdale Middle School eighth-grader and Wilson County 4-H member Jessica Puente gets help from judge Bryan Bernhard of Lubbock in showing off the buckle she won after winning grand champion and reserve grand lamb Dec. 12 at the Triple L Booster Club's fourth annual Cowboy Classic Goat & Lamb Prospect Show. Grand champion goat went to Kloe Burris of the Jourdanton FFA and reserve champion goat went to Taylor Shearrer of the Pleasanton FFA. The show had a record number of entries this year with 165 goats and 65 lambs. The club appreciates all the support from the children who came and showed their goats and lambs. They would also like to thank the buckle sponsors: Jay Korus, Robert and Coreen Sanchez, Richard Klaus, and Bill and Gayle Slomchinski. (More)
January 19, 2010 When cattlemen and other members of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) meet in San Antonio for their 2010 annual convention, a possible reorganization of the NCBA will be a hot topic. Directors of the NCBA, organized in 1898, are considering a major change to reduce the present board, comprised of 274 members, to 29. (More)
January 13, 2010 The Wilson County Junior Livestock Show will begin Tuesday, Jan. 19, with it first-ever horse show at 6 p.m. in the Wilson County Show Barn, located off S.H. 97 east of Floresville. (More)
Bexar County siblings earn S.A.L.E. scholarships January 12, 2010 With the livestock show season starting in South Texas, many exhibitors anticipate selling their animals for premium money in the auctions that conclude the shows. Others use the opportunity to learn animal husbandry while promoting the agriculture sector, and competing for scholarships to further their education. The family of Wendy Geistweidt of China Grove could easily be spokesmen for the San Antonio Livestock Exposition (S.A.L.E.) scholarships. As of 2009, Wendy’s three oldest daughters have received $43,000 in scholarships for their involvement in the FFA organization. (More)
Cattlemen to gather for first meeting of year
January 5, 2010 The South Central Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association (SCTICA) directors will sponsor its first meeting of 2010 Thursday, Jan. 21, at 6:30 p.m. in the American Legion Hall, located at 1412 Fourth St. in Floresville. (More)
