Beef Quality Assurance training may change cattle marketing
Dr. Todd Thrift of Texas A&M Extension notes BQA training could decide whether cattle are marketable in the next five to ten years. A Livestock Marketing Association fax urges barns to keep an Owner's Certificate proving compliance with FDA feed bans on ruminant by products and records of animal health products. The Texas Beef Quality Producer Program will host 13 seminars statewide, starting April 17 in Victoria, with free admission and certificates for completing the course.
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VZ Humane Society hosts record Grand Saline adoption event
The Van Zandt County Humane Society held its first Grand Saline adoption clinic outside Brookshires on March 17. Five dogs were adopted and four new members joined, the most animals adopted at a single clinic to date. Volunteers and supporters including Brookshires, Gunthrie Feed Store Canton, and Farm Bureau Canton aided the event. Upcoming clinics are every third Saturday, next on April 21, with adoption hours 10 am to 2 pm. Contacts for adoption and volunteering are Caroline Edwards, Susan Maxson, and Nancy Hill. The VICHS needs dog and cat food, carriers, collars, leashes, toys, money, and office supplies. Foster homes are also sought.
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Grand Saline Brookshires
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Problems with stray dogs at the cattle sale impact county
An article from a Vernon County reader discusses dogs chasing cattle, citing increased losses to calves amid growing rural populations. It cites Health and Safety Code 822.033 authorizing killing attacking dogs, impounding, and notices to owners, then urges dog owners to confine pets to their property to reduce livestock losses and neighbor tensions.
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van Zandt Livestock
Texas
Williams backs propane school bus rebate plan in Texas
Railroad Commission Chair Michael L. Williams and fellow commissioners approved an initiative to cut propane school bus costs. The program, funded by the Alternative Fuels Council and DOE grants, aims to rebate 30 buses, promote lower emissions, and train district technicians amid over 1,500 propane buses in use.
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Vegetables Boost Health and Flavor in Diet
A Better Living For Texans Program write up highlights vegetables lower fat and cholesterol, protect against diseases, and aid iron absorption. It details cruciferous and carotene rich veggies, vitamin sources, raw fiber, serving sizes, storage, and cooking tips. Contact Peggy Adams at 567-4149 for more information.
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