Galloway Friends:
Yes, this information may be possible soon. That is why I took Mark Stayton to lunch in Larime 2.5 years ago. It won't be documented with out funding a Galloway study.
Both Mark Stayton and Dr. Tim Holt are doing a "Brisket Disease Update" as an speaking event at the 2007 NWSS. Doug Hixon whom judged the Galloway Show in 2005 is on staff with the University of WY and obviously has contacts with the NWSS helped assemble the speaking engagement after I made a request for them to do a presentation as part of the "Party in the Pen 2006" that was hosted by the Rocky Mountain Galloways and the DD Ranch Galloways. This event would be an Ideal Time to make a big splash regarding Galloway resistance. I know there are at least 50 animals in CO that meet Dr. Holts requirement for the PAP testing (the only test available today). Can we get funding for that study of 50 animals at $15 per head from the AGBA to substantiate a breed claim?
As many of you are aware, in lieu of Mark Stayton and Dr. Holt we had speakers we had Stuart Dykstra & Frank McMurray speaking of their personal success stories using Galloways at Altitude to beat Brisket Disease. Also present was a speaker from Bovigen who answered questions and handed out necessary information regarding Tenderness Testing. Another presence was Eric Mathias from Bob Mullendore's "Cattle Wise" business. He shared the internet business and on line auction functions of that business. Kevin Fulton was also scheduled but was unable to attend as his nanny had a death of a very close friend and was unable to take care of his children. Food and beverages were enjoyed by all.
Once all the dates are set for the 2007. The Party in the Pen will be scheduled again in 2007. Hope to see you there.
Debra Vance
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From: "Stephen Castner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Subject: Brisket Disease Research
Date: Mon, 17 Jul 2006 20:13:12 -0500
Galloway Friends:Attached is a letter received by Kit Smith from Dr. Mark Stayton at the University of Wyoming concerning ongoing research to identify genetic markers of brisket disease. Good work, Kit!We have also been in communication with Dr. Tim Holt at the University of Colorado concerning his very similar research.Soon it seems that genetic research will document the Galloway resistance to brisket disease a/k/a pulmonary hypertensive heart disease a/k/a high mountain disease.Regards,Steve Castner<< 060706 - letter - stayton re brisket disease.pdf >>
Debra Vance DD Ranch Galloways 12535 CR 23 Fort Lupton, CO 80621 (970)785-6033 Fax (970)785-6041
