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Limousin by Cheryl Kepes
The AUTO prefix signifies one of the most recognizable herds in the Limousin breed . The four-letter combination gives a nod to its owner ’ s occupation and denotes decades of devotion to the cattle industry . Ed Pinegar , a car dealership owner , fittingly chose AUTO to designate his Pinegar Limousin herd through the years .
From its beginning in 1992 , until the present , Pinegar Limousin has held a place of prominence with breeders in the United States and Canada . People in the cattle industry have come to rely on the genetics of Pinegar Limousin for herd sires , seedstock , commercial cattle and elite show prospects .
True to Their Roots
Ed Pinegar passed away on May 23 , 2020 , but his passion for Limousin cattle and the people in the business lives on through Pinegar Limousin . As his family and farm managers move forward with operating the cattle business , they hold tight to the foundation , strategies and principles Ed maintained during his ownership .
One of Ed ’ s prevailing principles was to always remember the herd ’ s roots . “ Ed had a saying , ‘ You don ’ t ever want to lose your identity ,’” Ty Heavin , Pinegar Limousin Farm Manager , recalled . This philosophy has kept the farm grounded in all its decisions through the years .
Farm Origins The operation started on the Pinegar family farm in Ebenezer ,
Missouri . The homestead , located near Springfield , served as the spring board for the growing cattle business . The original family farm always held a special place in Ed ’ s heart . “ That farm was somewhat sacred ,” Ty explained .
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