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Bureau County: John DeRycke Central Illinois: Luke Lemenager Illinois Valley: Annie Chaffin Lamoine Valley: Tracy Rawlings Logan County : Carla Jurgenson Northern Illinois: Paul Handsaker South Central: Richard Hurst Wabash Valley: Keith Kramer Directors At Large: Tyler Rhode Brett Parr Alan Miller David Jenkins Grant Bedel Joel York Brent Henkel Jim Marsh Jeff Dameron Clay Sellmeyer Kyle Beutke Garrett Lampe
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Introducing the New Beef Value Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) Director of Genetic Research, Stephen Miller discusses the updated beef value. Angus breeders are familiar with economic selection indexes and have utilized them in their selection and marketing programs. Although now commonplace, just 15 years ago the use of such tools in beef cattle breeding was relatively new. The implementation of the current models behind dollar value indexes ($Values) were first introduced in 2004, and I imagine at the time created a lot of discussion. Since 2004, producers’ attitudes towards indexes have changed and the tools have readily been used. Not only have attitudes changed, but also cattle management practices, science and technology, expected progeny difference (EPD) availability, and even cattle have evolved steadily over time. Table 1 shows the change in EPD averages between 2004 and 2017 along with basic industry parameters that are inputs into the beef value ($B) model as reported in the Spring 2004 and Fall 2018 Sire Evaluation Reports. In 15 years, it is remarkable how much the economics of the industry have changed and how breeders have responded with genetic changes.
Angus Election Under Way Delegate nominations due in-office June 7. The American Angus Association® is making preparations for the 2019 Annual Convention of Delegates, hosted in conjunction with the Angus Convention Nov. 2-4 in Reno, Nevada. In accordance with the Association bylaws, forms were mailed April 5 to every eligible voting active life and regular Association member who qualified as an eligible voting member to nominate delegates to the annual meeting. The nomination period is April 8 to June 7, and each eligible voting member is allowed to nominate one eligible voting member who resides in the same state or district, including himself or herself. More information is available here. The candidate should be highly involved in the Angus business, willing to attend the meeting and able to represent Angus breeders. The American Angus Association offers an online nomination option for the convenience of the membership. By using a unique number provided to each eligible voting member, the nomination can be made online. Nominations submitted online must be completed no later than 4:30 p.m., CDT June 7. If the traditional printed form is used to nominate, the signed nomination form must be received in the Association office no later than 4:30 p.m., CDT on June 7. Following the close of the nomination period, every qualified nominee will be included on a state/district ballot. Ballots will be mailed to the eligible voting members in July to vote for the final slate of state/district delegates. The Annual Convention of Delegates will take place Monday, Nov. 4, during the Angus Convention in Reno, Nevada. Online registration for the convention will begin July 1, and further information will be available at www.angusconvention.com. ANGUS MEANS BUSINESS. The American Angus Association® is the nation’s largest beef breed organization, serving more than 25,000 members across the United States, Canada and several other countries. It’s home to an extensive breed registry that grows by nearly 300,000 animals each year. The Association also provides programs and services to farmers, ranchers and others who rely on Angus to produce quality genetics for the beef industry and quality beef for consumers. For more information about Angus cattle and the American Angus Association, visit www.angus.org.
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Show Results 2019 Mid-Atlantic Junior Angus Classic (MAJAC) Regional Preview Show Harrisonburg, Va. | March 9-10 | Brigham Stewart, Washington, Kan. Photos by Megan Blankenship, on behalf of the American Angus Association
Reserve Grand Champion Owned Female Shown by Emily Brooks
Owned Reserve Senior Champion Female Shown by Morgan Hutchins
Owned Reserve Intermediate Champion Heifer Shown by Emily Brooks
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Save the Date! Angus Convention is Headed West to Reno, Nevada Join the Business Breed in Reno, Nevada, for the annual event. Nestled along the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada mountain range lies the “Biggest Little City in the World”. Reno, Nevada, extends across the valley floor of the northern Nevada high desert. As expected, the city is no stranger to the Western way of life. Come experience the ranching history, Western nostalgia and modern amenities that radiate from the heart of Reno during the 2019 Angus Convention on Nov. 2-4 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center. Nevada, which is the farthest west the event has ever traveled, is home to cattle operations of every size and production type, making it the perfect fit to host the annual event. The weekend-long event serves as a gathering place for all qualityfocused professionals from every sector of the cattle supply chain – from seedstock and commercial producers, to feeders and packers. Plus, travel destinations such as Lake Tahoe, Sacramento and historical mining towns are just a short drive from the convention center. Held in conjunction with the 136th Annual Convention of Delegates, the Angus Convention offers unrivaled opportunities for hands-on education, face-to-face networking and country music entertainment. “We know that you’re going to have to fly or drive several hours to get out here in the western part of the United States,” said American Angus Association® Board Member David Dal Porto of Dal Porto Livestock near Oakley, California. “But, Reno is centrally located in big cow country. There are large cow-calf operations, stocker operations and feedlots located right here in the Northwest. The Angus Convention provides a positive and comfortable atmosphere that allows you to interact with all segments of the industry, all in one weekend.” Nearly 2,000 cattlemen and women attended the 2018 Angus Convention in Columbus, Ohio, and the Association looks forward to hosting an even larger crowd this year. With a focus on commercial program offerings, educational sessions from the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program, innovative workshops and forward-thinking keynote speakers, this year’s educational component will be second to none. National Angus Tour To kick off the convention, Bently Ranch of Minden, Nevada, will host the National Angus Tour on Friday, Nov. 1. Tour participants will spend the day learning about the history of Bently Ranch and environmental sustainability practices, as well as touring their grass-fed feedyard and home-grown butcher shop. To top it off, the tour concludes at their brand-new distillery and tasting room. Bently Ranch is excited to share their progressive practices with attendees and welcome producers to the Western United States. Historically, the tour is always a crowd favorite at the Angus Convention, and this year, spots are limited to just 400 participants. Start off an exciting weekend of Angus events by signing up for the National Angus Tour on AngusConvention. com when registration opens on July 1. Education and Innovation Angus Convention officially begins on Saturday, Nov. 2 with a powerful opening session presented by Association leadership but the excitement doesn’t stop there. Education is at the heart of each Angus Convention, and this year is no different. During the multitude of workshops hosted by Association staff and allied industry representatives, participants experience real-world scenarios to equip them with practical information to take back home to the ranch. With an emphasis on commercial cow-calf producer education, topics ranging from cattle health, BQA regulations, digital marketing, Association commercial programs, genomics and evolving technology are all covered in the jam-packed two days. “We welcome the breeder who has five head and the breeder who runs 2,500 head to the Angus Convention,” Dal Porto said. “We also invite the commercial producers, cow-calf producers, stockers and feeders. If Angus cattle are important to your livelihood and your business, this convention will benefit you in many ways.” The Angus Genomics Symposium, sponsored by Neogen GeneSeek, features speakers including academic professionals and industry leaders who cover everything from the basics of genomics, to qualifying for the Certified Angus Beef ¬® (CAB®) brand. Terry Jones, founder and former CEO of Travelocity and former chairman of Kayak.com, will outline simple, yet powerful ideas for fostering innovation in his electrifying keynote session. The educational gatherings continue on Sunday with an extensive line-up of knowledgeable speakers and workshops during Angus University. Dr. Beck Weathers will take attendees on a journey of his climb up Mount Everest, his second chance to live and how it changed his outlook on life. Trade Show When producers aren’t hearing about the latest educational advancements, they’re learning about the newest products and services on the expansive trade show floor. Guests have the opportunity to visit with allied industry partners, fellow Angus breeders and agricultural businesses with product offerings to benefit today’s progressive cattlemen and women. 4
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“The trade show is considered one of the main attractions of the weekend,” Dal Porto said. “It provides a place for people to congregate when they aren’t taking in an educational session or sitting in a business meeting. There is so much to learn and so much to see, you’ll leave with more knowledge than you came in with.” Angus breeders receive exclusive booth discounts, and those interested in reserving space can learn more at angusconvention. com. “This is not just a convention for Angus producers” Dal Porto said. “This is a convention for all cattle producers. We enjoy getting our commercial customers involved in this business so they can learn more about what we do, and how we can help their business as well.” The exciting Innovation Workshop series from Neogen will be featured in the trade show again this year, as well as a John Deere grand prize giveaway and CAB® brand meals served throughout the weekend. Entertainment In addition to the educational component and the networking at the trade show, let’s not forget about the entertainment side of the Angus Convention. A concert featuring Lubbock, Texas, based Flatland Cavalry, is set to take place on Sunday, Nov. 3. Dust off your dancing boots to take in the young Texas Country band’s classic renditions and heartfelt ballads at the conclusion of the Angus Convention. Registration and hotel reservations open July 1, and more information is available online at www.angusconvention.com. Annual Convention of Delegates An important part of the Angus Convention each year is conducting business on behalf of the nearly 25,000-member organization. This year marks the 136th Annual Convention of Delegates, where representatives from each state will elect new members and officers to the Association Board of Directors, and look to the future for the Angus breed. Plans are already underway for the Annual Convention of Delegates, and the first step is nominating Angus leaders to serve as voting delegates for their respective state or district. Each eligible voting member of the Association was mailed a nomination form to select one member who would be a successful delegate to the national meeting. Signed nomination forms must be received in the Association office no later than 4:30 p.m. CDT on Friday, June 7. Please reference mailed documents for complete details, or visit www.angus.org for more information on the delegate nomination process. Registration and hotel reservations for the 2019 Angus Convention and Trade Show open July 1. Visit www.angusconvention. com for more details.
2019 National Junior Angus Association’s Raising the Bar Officer Training Angus juniors have many opportunities to travel the country with the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) and learn from knowledgeable experts in the beef cattle business throughout the year. Most recently, NJAA members met March 21–24 in Manhattan, Kansas, to participate in a Raising the Bar conference.
Lindsey Decker, Philo, left, and Lauren Wolter, Aviston, right, representing the Illinois Junior Angus Association were among several Angus youth at the 2019 National Junior Angus Association’s Raising the Bar Officer Training, March 21-24 in Manhattan, Kan. Sixty-seven juniors from twentythree state junior Angus associations participated in the course, geared toward building stronger leaders while forming important regional relationships. Photo by Karen Hiltbrand, American Angus Association.
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