South Central Texas ICA

Please join us in celebrating Dr. Glen Tate’s life on Sept 28, 1-4pm at Wilson County Cowboy Church. Please share to reach all who would like to join. We sincerely appreciate all of the love and condolences we have received.

Dr. Glen Allen Tate 1948-2024
Glen Tate was born February 25, 1948, to parents Harold and Maxine Tate in Corpus Christi, TX. His early years were spent on a small acreage outside of Victoria, TX. He then moved with his family to his deceased grandfather’s ranch outside of Devine, TX. There he developed his lifelong love of all animals great and small but especially horses and cattle. After graduating from Devine High School, he attended Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University), receiving a BS in Animal Science in 1970. He was accepted into Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and received a DVM in 1973.
After successfully owning and operating 2 veterinary practices in Bow Island, Alberta, Canada and Lytle, Texas, he then started his second career in the cattle business. He enjoyed much success in the development and breeding of heifers, having the highest selling Brangus heifers in many special replacement female sales.
A lifelong horseman, Glen especially treasured the friendship of many team ropers and was an avid fan of rodeo, having attended rodeos in Calgary, Pendleton, Prescott, Cheyenne and of course San Antonio, Houston, Fort Worth and San Angelo. Dr. Tate had many friends in the cattle business but especially enjoyed his involvement with the Independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas.
Glen is survived by his wife of 55 years Diana and 3 children, Justin, Jennifer and Gaylyn. Glen especially loved family time with his 6 grandchildren - Lane, Bradley, Tyler, Taryn, Dalton and Josie, as well as 3 greatgrandchildren – Cohen, Stevie Lynn and Lottie Jane.
Dr. Tate was preceded in death by his brother Gordon Lynn Tate and is survived by his sister Sharon Kay Knapp.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wilson County Cowboy Church building fund or to the Southcentral Texas Independent Cattlemen’s Association scholarship fund. A celebration of life will be held at the Wilson County Cowboy Church, 100 Hickory Run, La Vernia, TX on Saturday, September 28, 1:00-4:00.

Let your kids know about this opportunity please.

High school students who are members of Texas FFA or Texas 4-H can grow their ag advocacy skills and take home prizes through the Speak Out For Agriculture (SOFA) Challenge.

The contest will be held Sept. 28-29 at the Heart O’ Texas Fair & Rodeo. Registration closes Sept. 13.

Contest manual and registration can be found at https://txfb.us/SOFAchallenge
More details: https://txfb.us/SOFAdetails24

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We’re bringing Steak Night back to rural Texas! Every 3rd Thursday of the month, these Steak Nights will highlight beef products direct from ICA members. 🤠🥩

Join us for Steak Night on August 15th from 7:00PM until sold out at Best Little Wine & Books in Lockhart, TX.

ICA is happy to share this week’s Steak Night feature: Eye of Chuck steaks from Ratcliff Premium Meats! See y’all there!

🔹If you’re an ICA member with an operation engaged in direct beef sales, contact the state office to have your premium products featured at a future Steak Night!🔹

True Story!!

Happy Monday!

Things are looking good - find a team and get ready to participate. This is in a covered arena!!

Home - Independent Cattlemen's Association Of Texas Our objective is to promote change that supports efforts of cattlemen and their well being, while combating policy that hinders the progress of the cattle industry.

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Know what you’re buying. This picture has store beef(right), and farm beef(left). There is an obvious visible difference between the two but the differences don’t stop there!

1. You may notice the color difference in the picture. The store bought is pumped full of additives and preservatives, including propyl gallate, to protect against spoilage due to long term air exposure.

2. There isn’t a guarantee of where that beef came from, OR how many cows are in it.

Yes, it may have the USDA label on it but as long as that animal was packaged in the US, it can be called a Product of the USA.

And yes, the meat in the right package is not from one single cow, rather scraps from multiple cows. It may have come from Argentina, Canada, or Brazil.

3. The beef on the left is fresher, darker and is farm raised beef. It is filled with more nutrients & flavor. The ground is also from one cow and not just low quality scraps from multiple cows.

Buy from a local farm

From ……I Am A Texan

Hope to see you there!!!

ICA to celebrate 50 years at their upcoming convention. Read all about it at

https://southernlivestock.com/independent-cattlemens-association-of-texas-to-celebrate-50-years/

This is great info!!!

Know what you’re buying. This picture has store beef(left), and farm beef(right). There is an obvious visible difference between the two! But the differences don’t stop there!

1. You may notice in the picture the color difference. The store bought is pumped full of additives and water. There isn’t a guarantee of where that beef came from either. Yes, it may have USDA label on it but as long as that animal was packaged in the US, it can be called a Product of the USA. The meat in the package is not from one single cow, rather scraps from multiple cows. It could have came from Argentina, Canada, or Brazil.

2. The beef on the right is darker and is farm raised beef. It is filled with more nutrients & flavor. The ground is also from one cow and not just scraps from multiple cows.

3. Buying your beef from a local Farmer/Rancher you are helping to buy a little girl dance shoes or a little boy baseball gear. Buying from the store just lines the pockets of the already wealthy meat packers. Let’s help each other. We help you eat healthy, you help us provide for our families.

Buy from a local ranch/farm!

And who can relate to this funny…..

Hope you can join us!!!

Register Today! | Annual ICA Convention & Trade Show Join us this July 1-3, 2024 in San Marcos, Texas for the 50th Annual ICA Convention & Trade Show!

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Register Today! | Annual ICA Convention & Trade Show Join us this July 1-3, 2024 in San Marcos, Texas for the 50th Annual ICA Convention & Trade Show!

Here’s the link to join ICA and you will be placed with a local chapter where you live in Texas. We welcome new members!

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More info for Panhandle Fire relief.

New information on how to donate for those impacted by the Texas Panhandle wildfires has been added to tx.ag/WildfireRelief. Check back there for all currently available resources for supply and monetary donations.

Thank you for your support!

PRESS RELEASE: Today, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller is pleased to announce that the State of Texas Agriculture Relief (STAR) Fund has received an overwhelming response, with over 1,600 individual donations totaling over $800,000 to support relief efforts for Texas farmers and ranchers devastated by the Panhandle wildfires.

"I am deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed to the STAR Fund to support our fellow Texans in their time of need," Commissioner Miller said. "The overwhelming response demonstrates the strength of our Texas spirit and our commitment to standing together in times of crisis."

For more information, please visit: https://ow.ly/r9b650QSu0E

We could have told you that!!!

Don’t forget to vote!

Have you voted, yet?✅

Hurry to the polls! Today, March 5th is the last day to vote for the 2024 Primary Election.🤠👍🏻

Use this link to find a polling site near you:
www.votetexas.gov/

Prayers are being heard!!

UPDATE from Texas A&M Forest Service:

"The in Hutchinson County is an estimated 1,075,000 acres and 5% contained. Most of the fire received some precipitation yesterday and there was no fire growth. Crews will focus on the northern edge of the fire and areas around structures."

Commissioner Miller urges Texans to continue to keep the Panhandle in their prayers.

Please help where you can.

**UPDATED** The wildfires in the Panhandle region have profoundly affected numerous individuals who are contributors to the animal agriculture sector. If you are interested in providing financial assistance or donations to support those affected, please visit our website at https://www.tahc.texas.gov/emergency/naturaldisaster.html and see the following options.

AVAILABLE ANIMAL SUPPLY POINT LOCATIONS
Gray County Animal Supply Point
Address: Clyde Carruth Pavilion, 301 Bull Barn Drive Pampa, TX 79065
Point of Contact: Marcus Preuninger
Contact:806-669-8033 or 325-728-0477
Hours: 7 AM - 7 PM

Hemphill County Animal Supply Point
Address: Canadian AH&N Ranch Supply, 100 Hackberry St Canadian, TX 79014
Point of Contact: Andy Holloway
Contact: 806-323-9114

Hutchinson County Animal Supply Point
Address: Hutchinson County Airport, 1608 Airport Road Borger, TX 79007
Point of Contact: Hanna Conner
Contact: 806-878-4026 or 806-395-7005

General questions about donations or relief efforts can be made at 806-354-5800.

HAY HOTLINE
The Texas Department of Agriculture’s Hay Hotline helps producers locate hay, hay supplies, or other forage.
Call 512.463.9360 or visit here https://bit.ly/3TfGP76 for more information.

THE STAR FUND
The STAR fund helps Texas farmers and ranchers recover from disasters. To donate, please visit https://bit.ly/3TfGP76

Please help where you can.

In the face of adversity, Texas 4-H stands united. We are here for those affected by the wildfires in the Texas Panhandle. Together, we show our resilience and provide strength. As one, we will overcome anything.

Find out how you can help those affected by the Texas Panhandle wildfires by visiting http://tx.ag/WildfireRelief.