Tri-State Livestock News

Founded in 1963, Tri-State Livestock News has built a solid reputation as a top publication in the livestock sector. Its growth and achievements are largely thanks to the ongoing support from its dedicated stockmen and agribusiness clientele.

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No Booze Branding: A Movement Rooted in Mental Health, Community, and Hope

1 week ago | tsln.com | Maria Tibbetts

Spring brings branding season. An end to calving season. An end to social isolation and an end to the mud, snow and sleep deprivation that weighs down ranchers coming into spring. It’s a reminder that for humans, like baby calves, green grass and sunshine can cure a lot of ills. What it shouldn’t be a reminder of is loss and heartache. Unfortunately for Kara Uhrig, the founder of No Booze Branding, spring brings back memories she wishes she didn’t have.
A dozen Iowa senators stand up for eminent domain

1 week ago | tsln.com | Carrie Stadheim

Twelve Iowa senators have drawn a line in the sand – or soil – over their constituents’ property rights. Senators Mike Pike, Mark Lofgren, Dennis Guth, Lynn Evans, Rocky DeWitt, Kevin Alons, Dave Sires, Cherielynn Westrich, Jeff Taylor, Sandy Salmon, Dave Rowley and Doug Campbell are using their voices and their voting power to show their support for Iowa property owners who might face the threat of eminent domain for the proposed Summit Carbon Solutions carbon pipeline.
Cameras and Cellular Technology: Checking water from afar

1 week ago | tsln.com | Aaron Berger

For cattle producers who rely on wells in pastures and rangelands, water checks are typically conducted daily or every other day to ensure a consistent water supply. When problems occur with a water source, time is limited to resolve the issue, haul water, or move the cattle to another location where water is available. Promptly knowing when a problem arises is essential.
South Dakota sheriffs, cattle producers, brand officials find common ground at Deadwood conference

2 weeks ago | tsln.com | Maria Tibbetts

If You Think Cattle Are Missing: A Guide for Producers When cattle go missing, early action is critical, Lamphere says. Prompt communication and good documentation can make a big difference in recovery and investigation. Here are some things Lamphere suggests if you find yourself in that situation. 1. Contact Your Local Sheriff Immediately As soon as you suspect livestock may be missing, notify your county sheriff’s office.
Boebert’s delisting bill also prevents overturn by judicial review

3 weeks ago | tsln.com | Rachel Spencer Gabel

In 1973, gray wolves were listed as endangered species and on Nov. 3, 2020, citing recovery goals being achieved, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service published a final rule delisting the gray wolf in the lower 48 states, with an effective date of Jan. 4, 2021. Litigation volleyed them back onto the Endangered Species Act list in 2022. This week, a federal delisting bill known as the Pet and Livestock Protection Act is bound for the House. Rep. Tom Tiffany, R-Wis., and Rep.
For the Maudes: South Dakota legislators, more gather to call for dismissal of Charles and Heather Maude case

4 weeks ago | tsln.com | Carrie Stadheim

South Dakota District 27 Representative Liz May invited her fellow legislators to the Scenic fire hall Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025, to learn more about the Charles Maude and Heather Maude indictment. May, a rancher and grocery store owner/manager from Kyle, said many more legislators voiced support but were unable to join the 15 from across the state who met with neighbors and family of the Maudes.
2025 Spring Homeland | Rain Makes Corn, Corn Makes Whiskey

1 month ago | tsln.com | Ruth Nicolaus

In a state known for growing corn, it’s only natural that someone is using it to make whiskey. That would be Todd Roe and his dad, Bill Roe, of Lazy RW Distillery in Moorefield, Neb. It all started when Bill and wife Susan returned from vacation in Branson, Missouri, where they had visited a distillery. As he told Todd about it, Todd remarked, “wouldn’t it be fun if we did it? And the plan was set.” Together, in Bill’s shop, Todd did some welding on a two-gallon pressure cooker, adding a column.
Over 144,000 livestock dead after huge floods cause carnage in northeast Australia

1 month ago | tsln.com | Chris McCullough

Farmers in Queensland, Australia have suffered huge losses after floods engulfed over half a million square kilometres of the outback, causing carnage to farms and livestock. The most recent figures from the Queensland Department of Primary Industries (DPI) suggest over 144,000 livestock, mostly cattle, sheep and goats, have been killed by the floods which were the result of heavy rains across the State.
Spring flowers in range or pastures could be noxious weeds

1 month ago | tsln.com | Aaron Berger

Late April, May, and June are the months when we frequently see both native and non-native forbs begin to grow and start to flower in range and pasture. If you are seeing “pretty flowers” you may not recognize, now is the time to check them out. Those flowers or plants you don’t recognize may be a plant that is an invasive species. Early detection and rapid response are critical to helping to keep noxious weeds at bay.
Court date looms for Maude couple, industry calls for justice

1 month ago | tsln.com | Carrie Stadheim

Western South Dakota ranchers Charles and Heather Maude of Caputa will go to court April 29, 2025. As of now, the jury trial will begin at 9 a.m. MT, at federal district court in Rapid City, S.D., barring any updates or a dismissal. Across the country, people are calling out for President Trump to drop the charges and serve justice to the Maudes, which would include compensation for court fees, time and labor spent dealing with the indictment brought about by the U.S. Forest Service.