December 2025 Newsletter
In Our Store
- Reminder that on Friday, January 2, 2026, we will start passing along the credit card fee imposed by the card processors. The way to avoid this additional charge is by paying with cash or a check. If you have any questions, please let us know.
- We have our 2026 Hanging Calendars, Stickem Dash Calendars, along with Farmers Almanacs available in the store. Ask someone at the counter if you would like to get one.
- We still have pecans from Mark Vavrusa in the store. They are $16.50/2.5LBS and they are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face. If you are looking for something to do while you are watching TV in the evenings, stop in and grab you a couple bags of cracked pecans.
Cold weather is finally starting to set in. Here are a few items to help you beat the cold. - Freeze Misers. Place this automatic tool on your faucets, and it starts dripping when the temperature outside gets below 32 Degrees. We have them for $29.35/Each or a 2 Pack for $56.65/Each.
- Brooder Lamps $17.15/Each
- White Heat Lamps $3.30/Each
- Red Heat Lamps $8.20/Each
- 10×12 Frost Blankets $21.15/Each
- Various sizes of pipe insulation from 1/2” – 2-1/4”
In the Yard
- We have 1015 Onions and Red Onions in stock. If you still want to plant some, they are $4.35/Bundle.
- Start to look for fall weeds coming along in your yard, we will not have to treat them until after the first of the year. If you have questions or need advice, give us a call.
In the Pasture
The recent showers have created interest in fall seeds still. Here is what we have available.
– Nelson Ryegrass $43.22/50LB Bag – Gulf Ryegrass $35.06/50LB Bag
– Purple Top Turnips $1.85/LB – TAM 411 Oats $25.82/50LB Bag
In the Animal Pen
This month’s feed specials are all about horse lovers. We hope you like it!
- Purina Omolene 200 Horse Feed is designed to provide the right nutrients for high performing equine athletes. This excellent feed also contains the Amplify Hi Fat Nugget and Outlast Gastric Support.
This month we will take off $3.00/Bag. - Purina Impact 14% and 12% Textured Horse Feed is designed support overall horse health and performance for any stage of life. This month we will take off $2.50/Bag.
In the Great Outdoors
-The price of corn continues to increase as we get toward the end of deer season. To help you find fun and unique products to add to your feeder, consider adding these below:
- Hunters Edge Deer Feeder Blend = $19.30/50LB Bag
- Roasted Soybeans = $36.75/50LB Bag
We have also received a new shipment of deer feeders and supplies. If you need to finish the year strong, stop in and get one.
What is coming up in our area?
– December 11, 2025 -5:00 PM – 8:00 PM = DeWitt County Go Texan Chili and Gun Raffle Fundraising Event = St. Michael’s Catholic Church Hall = Cuero, TX – They will be selling Chili “TO GO ONLY” for $10.00/QT. Gun raffle tickets will also be available for $20.00 each from any committee member. For orders or more information: Anthony Netardus 361-275-0816 or Greg Nemec 361-275-1245.
– December 12, 2025 – 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM / December 13, 2025 – 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Christmas in Downtown = 210 East Main Street, Cuero, TX = There will be deals for shoppers and the whole family, including outdoor food concessions, multiple rides, Horse, and Carriage Rides. For more information: 361-485-8008 or [email protected].
– December 24, 2025 = CLOSING @ 12:00 PM for CHRISTMAS EVE
– December 25, 2025 = CLOSED ALL DAY FOR CHRISTMAS. We will reopen Friday, December 26, 2025.
– December 30, 2025 – January 1, 2026 = CLOSED FOR INVENTORY and NEW YEARS. We will reopen Friday, January 2, 2026.
– January 10, 2026 = 6:00 PM – Cuero FFA Booster Club “Cattleman’s Ball” = Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building – Cuero, TX = Social hour starts at 6:00 PM, followed by a dinner, silent auction, and dance provided by Jake Hooker and the Outsiders. For more information, contact Greg Nemec at 361-275-1245.
– January 31, 2026- 41st Annual DeWitt County All Breeds Bull and Female Sale = Cuero Livestock Commission- Cuero, TX = The day will start with the bull sale at 11:00 AM, with the females selling immediately afterward. Come out early to view the sale animals and visit the breeders. For any questions, contact Anthony Netardus at 361-275-0816.
Manager’s Words
We have so much to be thankful for this time of year. We have a great customer base that enjoys working with us and we feel the same way. We look forward to the new year and all the joys and challenges that it brings. I still like to use this last newsletter of the year to share goals we have for the upcoming year.
- Increase our customer service regarding communication and helpfulness. I know that we do a good job with our communication, but it can be better. It is our orders, delivery, lead times, and our schedule, on which we will focus. Whether you are getting something delivered, having an application made or we special order something for you, we will have a better process in the coming year.
- Continue to spruce up the store. Last year we started some visual appearance improvements projects, we will put the finishing touches on those this year.
- Improve the lead time on liquid and dry buggies. In the coming year, we will require a 24HR return policy for buggies or a higher rental price will be charged. We run into too many situations where customers keep them for extended periods of time, and it creates frustration for those who want them. We will share these changes in the upcoming newsletters.
Thank you for your business,
Willis Braden
