The North American Limousin Foundation (NALF) is seeking candidates for the position of executive vice president (EVP), the organization’s primary leadership position. Its responsibilities include carrying out the policies of the board of directors; financial management; strategic planning; oversight of the breed and hybrid registry; staffing; interaction with members and associates; and execution of programs associated with animal performance, marketing and breed promotion, member and commercial producer communications, and various member services. more

Alternative Fuel Trucks Offer Hay Hauler Other Business Opportunities

BRAWLEY, Calif., May 26, 2009 — For Border Valley Trading, finding a way to lower emissions and fuel costs wasn’t like looking for a needle in a haystack.

The company turned to Kenworth Truck Company and local dealer, Inland Kenworth, for the right truck to accomplish both. The Brawley, Calif.-based alfalfa, sudan and klein grass hay producer and exporter recently replaced its fleet of trucks with 15 liquefied natural gas-powered Kenworth T800s. The company plans to add five more LNG-powered T800s later this year once its proposed fueling station in the Coachella Valley, about 140 miles east of Los Angeles, near Palm Springs, receives approval by the local planning commission. more

As low as 0% interest for 60 months on selected AGCO®, Challenger®

and Massey Ferguson® models – offer ends June 30

DULUTH, GA (May 21, 2009) — Producers who’ve been waiting to purchase the latest in high horsepower row crop tractors can now take advantage of outstanding financing opportunities on top models available from AGCO Tractors®, Challenger® and Massey Ferguson® now through June 30, 2009. more

Communicating seedstock ownership transfers to the proper breed associations sets the stage for satisfying relationships between commercial cattle producers and their genetic suppliers. Transferred registration certificates and performance records authenticate pedigree, performance and genetic information. Those documents communicate genetic merit, help manage the chances for genetic defects and provide essential information for maximizing returns from seedstock investments. more

[Lexington, KENTUCKY] – Alltech and the Muhammad Ali Center announced today a joint initiative at Alltech’s International Health and Nutrition Symposium. Alltech president and founder, Dr. Pearse Lyons presented Muhammad and Lonnie Ali a check for $50,000 to establish the Alltech – Muhammad Ali Center Global Education and Charitable Fund. The focal point of the fund is education. Alltech and the Muhammad Ali Center will stress programs that positively impact others around the world, promote excellence and achieving one’s potential. The fund will have humanitarian and artistic components as well. more

Outdoorsmen Can Enter For a Chance to Win a 2009 Grizzly 550 FI EPS

CYPRESS, Calif. — May 11, 2009 — Yamaha Motor Corp., U.S.A., the leading maker of ATV and Side-by-Side (SxS) vehicles, continues its support of outdoor sports and conservation by sponsoring the 2009 National Hunting and Fishing (NHF) Day. more

About 200 North American Limousin Junior Association (NALJA) members and their families will bring about 500 head of cattle to Amarillo, Texas, July 11–17, for the “Big Texas Shindig 2” National Junior Limousin Show and Congress (NJLSC). The Texas Limousin Association (TLA) will host the weeklong, family-oriented event, which will include membership meetings, social activities, cattle shows, showmanship competitions and a variety of satellite educational events. more

MANHATTAN, Kan. (May 8, 2009) – Pfizer Animal Health renewed its commitment to the Kansas State University advanced beef production medicine course with a second gift of $50,000 for 2009. Pfizer Animal Health has also agreed to contribute $55,000 in 2010 to support the annual Beef Cattle Institute, in addition to the advanced beef production medicine course. Pfizer Animal Health first partnered with Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2007 with a $100,000 gift to develop this special course for bovine veterinary students. more

KALAMAZOO, Mich. (May 1, 2009)—Pfizer Animal Genetics has successfully completed the move of its DNA-testing facilities, Customer Service and administration from Harahan, Louisiana, to new, custom-built facilities in Kalamazoo, Michigan, the headquarters of Pfizer Animal Health’s Veterinary Medical Research and Development. more

VEGA, Texas (May 1, 2009) — “Cattle producers pay a price for using a standard dose of anti-infective on a lot of cattle, in more ways than one,” said Mike Nichols, DVM, Pfizer Animal Health Veterinary Operations, Vega, Texas. more