Livestock

Brazos County Votes Yes on New Livestock Laws, Setting Fines for Escaping Animals

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Brazos County, Texas – Voters in Brazos County have overwhelmingly decided to enforce stricter containment measures on livestock through two newly approved propositions. This move underscores a growing initiative towards ensuring public safety and reducing incidents caused by free-roaming animals on public roads and private lands. The first of the two measures, Proposition A, garnered a significant 72% approval, translating to 55,539 votes. It mandates that cattle owners must confine their animals within secure boundaries. Proposition B, receiving a similarly strong endorsement at 73% or 56,349 votes, extends these regulations to encompass all types of … Read more

From Showing to Judging: Local Livestock Expert Takes the Reins at Annual County Fair

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Des Moines, Iowa – From showing livestock as a passionate exhibitor to evaluating them as a discerning judge, Ellen Mitchel’s journey through the agricultural circuit has come full circle. Mitchel, a resident of Iowa, has evolved from a competitor in 4-H and FFA shows during her youth to a respected livestock judge at some of the same fairs where she once showcased her own animals. This progression is rare in an industry where many continue as lifelong exhibitors but seldom cross into the realm of judging. Ellen Mitchel’s experience has offered her an unusual dual … Read more