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COLUMNS<br />
6 GUEST EDITORIAL<br />
THE NEW ADMINISTRATION<br />
While the election changed many things,<br />
NCBA’s commitment to the cattle indus-<br />
try and rural America remains steadfast.<br />
Together, we will work to ensure your<br />
priorities are met in Washington, D.C.<br />
8 INDUSTRY<br />
NEWS<br />
Trending news from around the world.<br />
12 DR. JOE<br />
You are the key to a successful enterprise.<br />
Being aware, observant and prepared<br />
is paramount and separates those who<br />
just have cows verses the professional<br />
cattlemen.<br />
ON THE COVER<br />
Kara Bryant (5), daughter of Hoop Beef<br />
Bryant, inspects New Generation Fe<br />
Meadow Feeders.<br />
Systems owner, Brent<br />
male pairs at Grand<br />
American<br />
Products and Services for American Cattlemen<br />
Vol. 43 • No. 1 • January 2017<br />
COVER STORY<br />
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