Number 568
Kansas Angus Association
January 2011
Selling 150 Yearling and Fall Bulls Selling 50 Females At the ranch 10 1/2 miles west of Mankato, Ks on US Hwy 36
Bulls Selling from these Benoit herd sires: Blueprint, A & B Midland 5096, E&B New Design 3133, Sinclair Just In Time , E& B Asti 659, Genetics By Design 609, A&B Focus 7004, Power Alliance 1025 , LaGrand In Focus 8021, Koupals New Design 7253
& these proven A I sires: Prime Star, Emblazon, Predestined, Bismarck, Net Worth, Upward, In Focus, Objective, Final Answer
Everett & Bonnie Benoit
785-725-3231 Ć’ FAX 785-725-3231
621 Hwy 36 Ć’ Esbon, Ks 66941 For information or a catalog:
Doug & Michele Benoit 785-725-6211 cell 785-545-6080
Chad Benoit 785-725-3005 cell 785-545-8095
Toll Free : 888-870- BULL Email : ebbenoit@ruraltel.net Females also for sale private treaty.
www.benoitangus.com
ASSOCIATION Annual Kansas Angus Association Meeting, Banquet & Junior Show January 22-23, 2011 Plan to attend Annual Meeting, Banquet & Junior Show The date for the Ks Angus Association annual meeting and banquet has changed to Saturday, January 22, 2011. The KAA will not hold a Futurity Show & Sale in 2011. The meetings and educational presentations are on Saturday, January 22 in the Prairie Pavilion on the Kansas State Fairgrounds (KSF) in Hutchinson beginning at 11 am. Featured educational workshops and presentations will be presented by Jeana Sankey Hurlbut , Maximum Exposure and Bryce Schumann, CEO, American Angus Association. The annual banquet which will include a social hour, the Kansas Angus Auxiliary scholarship auction, honorary member induction, KAA Directory page auction and Miss Kansas Angus crowning is at the Ramada Inn and Conference Center. Adults tickets at $25 each and will include a generous buffet featuring Certified Angus Beef ® Prime Rib, children 12 and under may choose a burger and fries meal for $6 each. The judging contest and junior will be held as previously announced on Sunday, January 23 at 9 am ; Dru Uden, Franklin, Nebraska will evaluate the junior show entries. The junior show includes classes for registered Angus owned heifers, bred and owned heifers and bulls, steers and cow/calf pairs as well as commercial purebred and steers and predominantly black Angus based cross bred steers. The entry deadline for the junior show was January 10, late entries are not accepted. Look for the junior show entry form, banquet reservation submission, hotel info and complete schedule of events online at www.kansasangus.org . Friday January 21 2 pm- Barn and tie outs open to receive Junior Show cattle, Ks State Fairgrounds Saturday, January 22 11 am - Ks Angus Auxiliary meeting– Fairgrounds - Prairie Pavilion 12:30 pm— KAA Annual Meeting—Prairie Pavilion Meeting Room 1:30 to 3 pm Educational presentationsŹ The Association Working for You- Bryce Schumann, American Angus Association , CEO Ź Marketing and Technology- Jeana Hurlbut, Maximum Exposure 3:00 pm- All junior show cattle in 3:00 to 4:00 pm -Junior Show check in 4:30 – KJAA meeting – Prairie Pavilion 6:15 pm– KAA pre banquet social -Ramada Hotel & Conference Center (cash bar) 7 pm– KAA Annual Banquet (Honorary member induction, Auxiliary scholarship auction, Miss Ks Angus crowning; Directory Ad auction, KJAA semen auction) Ramada Hotel & Conference Center- Ticket required Adults $25 , children 12 and under $6. Reservations requested, pay at the door. Adult Hospitality room- following banquet. Sunday, January 23 8 am – Registration for Judging Contest- adults and juniors 9 am – Ks Jr Angus Show and Judging Contest Hotel Headquarters Ramada Hotel & Conference Center (formerly Grand Prairie Hotel) 620-669-9311 Rate $70/ standard room. Reserve by Jan 10 to receive block rate. Ask for Ks Angus Assn rate.
Annual Meeting Featured Presentations Bryce Schumann, American Angus Association, CEO will speak to attendees about how your membership in the American Angus Association can work for you and give an update on the Associations programs. Jeana Hurlbut, Maximum Exposure will present and demonstrate how the latest technology can step up your marketing thorough using videos, photographs and design. Maximum Exposure is a full service marketing firm owned and operated by Mark Sneed. ME offers everything from photography to videography to every sort of design work. Jeana Hurlbut a former member of the Kansas Junior Angus Association and the National Junior Angus Association will speak on the advantages of using technology to enhance your marketing needs; whether you sell your cattle by private treaty or through auction and no matter the size of your operation. Jeana will discuss the importance of building your web sites, photographing sale cattle and the opportunity for expansion of buyers by videoing your cattle. She will answer any questions you may have on ad design, web design, photography and videography.
Items needed for annual Scholarship Auction and Hospitality Don’t forget to bring an item for the annual Auction to benefit the scholarship program to be held during the Annual Banquet on January 22. Unique items with Angus or western themes as well as baked goods and hand crafted items usually sell well. Hospitality The KAA Auxiliary will host hospitality on Saturday, January 22, 2011, for members during meetings and educational workshops being held throughout the day at the Kansas State Fairgrounds, Prairie Pavilion. Prairie Pavilion office by 10am Saturday. There is no need to individually wrap or bag, as I will maintain service trays throughout the day. Thank you so much for your generous contribution of time, talent and treasured recipes. --Melissa Cozzitorto, Ks Angus Auxiliary Hospitality chairman.
Annual KAA Banquet Reservation Saturday, Jan 22, 2011 -7 pm ______ Number of adults or teens ______Number of children 12 and under Name( please print) ___________________________________________________ Farm/Ranch________________________________________ City__________________ST_______ Phone___________________ Email__________________. Please return by mail to Ks Angus Assn. 5201 E Rd 110, Scott City, Ks 67871 FAX: 620-872-3915 or Email Kansasangus@wbsnet.org. Location: Ramada Hotel and Convention Center ( formerly Grand Prairie Hotel) Adults $25—Certified Angus Beef ®Prime Rib Buffet Children 12 and under $6 each—burger & fries meal
Make Banquet Reservations Online! www.kansasangus.org
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Kansas Angus Association The President Speaks It seems impossible that we are beginning a new year and that I am writing my final message for the Kansas Angus News. I must admit this is the only “part of the job” that I will not miss. It has been a pleasure and a true honor to serve as president of your Kansas Angus Association for this year. The year has gone very smoothly mostly due to a very helpful staff. Anne Lampe, our secretary, and treasurer Bob Bailey do a great job. Both do more than most people realize and we are very fortunate to have true Angus people involved in both of these positions. I would also like to thank all of the committed board members that have served with me over the past several years. I realize how difficult it can be to find the time to make it to meetings, field days, and all Angus events. I would also like to thank the AAA board members from Kansas that served during my time on the KAA board. Mark Gardiner and Gordon Stucky were always willing to come to meetings to keep Kansas informed. I also want to thank everyone that worked together on the Futurity committee. I think it is important to mention that every effort was made to make the Futurity sale possible and successful. Unfortunately at this time it just did not seem feasible. I realize change is sometimes difficult but truly believe that the Futurity Weekend can still be a great event. So I want to encourage everyone to journey to Hutchinson for the Futurity and annual banquet. Although we will not be having a futurity sale this year I think this will still be a great weekend to meet up with old Angus friends and make new ones, and attend some interesting educational seminars. Thanks again for the opportunity to serve as your president to get to know so many of you.
February 2011 issue ad/copy deadline : Jan. 10
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Jerry Theis President 2010
Attention Perspective Candidates for American Angus Association Board of Directors Seeking KAA Endorsement Kansas Angus Association members that are a perspective candidate for the American Angus Association board of directors in 2011 and that would like to receive the endorsement of the Kansas Angus Association board of directors will be invited to the February 2011 KAA board of directors meeting. If you are a perspective candidate and would like to address to board ,please send a letter of intent outlining your qualifications and reasons for being a candidate to the KAA Board (you may also include a resume) in care of Anne Lampe, KAA secretary/manager by February 10. Email to kansasangus@wbsnet.org or mail to Ks Angus Association , 5201 E Rd 110, Scott City, Ks 67871.
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Notes & News from Anne
Happy New Year January and the New Year finds Kansas Angus breeders awaiting or nurturing a new calf crop, planning production sales, attending the National Western Stock Show and braving cold temperatures to ensure that our cattle are fed, watered and properly cared for. Remember to a take time out of your busy schedule to join fellow Angus breeders and friends January 22 and 23 in Hutchinson for our annual meeting, banquet and junior show. The 2011 Kansas Angus Association Directory will be out this month. KAA members and KAN subscribers will receive a copy by mail. To receive additional copies or if you do not receive one please contact me.
Anne
Anne S. Lampe, Ks Angus News, editor ; Ks Angus Association, Secretary/Manager kansasangus@wbsnet.org , 620-874-4273 cell, 620-872-3915 home/office
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In this Issue KAA Briefs, Annual Meeting, Banquet info……….….....1 Editors Notes, KAA, KAN Info……………….…...……....2 39 Steers Entered in KAA CDP……………..…………….4 Angus Industry………………..………...………...…. 6, 20 ~AngusSource Calves Earn More. Apply for BLI by March 1. Bull Sale Averages Rise. More Confidence, Less Risk and Faster Genetic Progress . And more.
Cover - photo and design by Anne Lampe
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KJAA …………………………………………………...10 Show Ring Purple………………………………...……...12 Quality Linked to Profits in Cattle Feeding, Steve Suther, CAB Industry Info Director ………………………………………
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Auxiliary …………………………………………….…...18 Farewell from Miss Kansas Angus 2010………………...21 KAA Minutes……………………………………………..21 KAA Calendar……………...………… ………..… ….22
President : Jerry Theis, Leavenworth Vice President : Joe Hite, Valley Center Secretary/Mgr: Anne Lampe, Scott City (620) 872-3915 Treasurer: Robert Bailey ,3990 Highway K68 Quenemo, Ks 66528,(785) 828-3338 Past President: Debbie Lyons-Blythe, White City District Directors Term Expires # 1 Neal Haverkamp, Bern ………………….……...2013 # 2 Sharee Sankey, Council Grove………..…….….....2010 # 3 Matt Perrier, Eureka……………………..………….2010 # 4 Doug Benoit, Esbon ..……………….…….…........2013 # 5 Craig Rucker , Burdett ………………….....…...... 2012 # 6 Shane Prill, Wichita…………………….…………...2013 # 7 Larry Lundgren, Gove………...………………...…..2013 # 8 JR “Rusty” Williams, Hugoton………………...…...2013 Directors At Large (Commercial) Harold Hazelton, McPherson……………………..…....2013 Howard Woodbury, Quenemo…………………........…..2010 Rick Cornwell St. John ……………..……….………. .2012 Directors At Large (Purebred) Tim Benton, Garnett…………………………….………...2010 David Oliphant, Offerle…….…………………..……. ......2012 Ron Hinrichsen, Westmoreland………………………….2013 The KAA board meets Members are welcome to attend meetings.
MOLITOR ANGUS RANCH In Kansas, the talk is all about the BULL that is in a class of his own.
Molitor Educator 509 Reg. No. 16511920 • DOB: 1/29/2010
#SAV Final Answer 0035 (AMF-NHF) #Sitz Traveler 8180 (AMF-NHF) HARB Pendleton 765 JH (AMF-NHF) SAV Emulous 8145 #HARB Black Lady 375 JH #HARB High Plains 975 JH (AMF-NHF) #HARB Black Lady 073 JH Mytty In Focus (AMF-NHF-RDF) Molitor N Foc Erica 542-710 Molitor AB30 Erica 2025-542
#SAF Focus of ER (AMF-NHF) Mytty Countess 906 LD Absolutely 30 (NHF) Molitor 636 Erica 076-2025
BW WWR NR YR YW BW WW YW Milk 69 122 1/122 120 1418 I-.7 I+67 I+116 I+22 CW Marb RE Fat $W $F $G $B +23 +.25 -.01 +.021 +33.93 +49.28 +13.91 +47.02
Molitor Educator 509 was the high-selling (Lot 1) bull in the Molitor Angus Ranch 31st Annual Sale where two-thirds interest and two-thirds possession sold to Hubbell and Hubbell Inc. of Spearville, Kansas, for $10,000. “Educator 509” has the true potential to make an impact in the future of the breed. Semen is limited at $20/unit. Also, we want to thank all our buyers and bidders for making a very successful sale and extend special recognition to these purchases of some of the higher selling lots. Lot 24 (1-21-09) by Final Answer to Hubbell and Hubbell Inc. ($6,500) Lot 2 (1-25-09) by Pendleton to Wayne Schwartz of Spivey, KS ($6,000) Lot 49 (2-7-09) by BPF In Focus 713 to Brent Nash of Cimarron, KS ($5,500) Lot 100 (1-31-09) by LD Kaboom 644 to Hogan Bros. of Spearville, KS ($4,800) Lot 36 (2-3-09) by Mytty In Focus to Danny Steward of Clearwater, KS ($4,500) Volume buyers were: 1. Bronson Partnership of St. Cloud, FL 2. Solomon River Angus of Stockton, KS
Thanks so much!!! Visitors always welcome. 32nd Annual Sale: March 19, 2011 32
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MOLITOR ANGUS RANCH Richard or Mike Molitor (620) 243-6335 Cell: (620) 243-3081, Mike 11558 S.W. 90th St. Zenda, KS 67159
New Year sees 39 Kansas Angus steers in CDP With the New Year, the Kansas Angus Association (KAA) ushered in its 2011 Carcass Data Project (CDP). The project is designed for those using registered Angus bulls who may not have enough steers to make a whole pen at a commercial feed yard—or anyone using such bulls who just want to feed a few head to compete for recognition. Either way, the CDP enables retained ownership, returning group performance and individual carcass data. Participants must enter a minimum of five spring-born steers weaned at least 45 days prior to delivery, which was Dec. 28-29, 2010 at McPherson County Feeders, Marquette, Kan. Those steers, as required, were listed with specific registered Angus sires. An approved vaccination program and individual identification tags are also required. Thirty- nine steers from four Kansas Angus producers entered into the CDP this year. “The cattle were all worked upon arrival and look very good,” says Landon Shaw, assistant manager at McPherson County Feeders. “We are excited to work with the Kansas Angus Association, Certified Angus Beef and the participants on this project.” Along with gathering the important feedlot and carcass data, the producers are competing for a $500 cash prize and Certified Angus Beef ® merchandise including a jacket to the owner of the top CDP entry based on participant’s top three steers. In addition, CAB will present each CDP participant with a travel coffee mug. Project participants are DeGrande Farms, Gardner, Kan., 10 head; Hobbs Ranch, Penokee, Kan., 10 head; Hinkson Angus Ranch, Cottonwood Falls, Kan., 7 head; and Nemaha Valley Angus, Inc., Bern, Kan., entered 12 steers. The average start weight of the 39 steers was 746 pounds, and a June harvest date is targeted through grid marketing. Registered Angus sires represented by the group include Mytty In Focus, Hinksons Objective 07, 7228, GAR Retail Product E0505, Nemaha Max 7022 602C, SAF Connection, AVF Bando 4257, O’Neills Expedition 685, and N Bar Prime Time. The CDP is sponsored by the Kansas Angus Association with cash and merchandise awards sponsored by Certified Angus Beef, LLC. For more information contact KAA secretary/manager Anne Lampe at kansasangus@wbsnet.org, 620-872-3915 .
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MILL BRAE RANCH Predictable Genetics Bull & Female Sale Saturday, March 12, 2011 • 12:30 p.m. • At the Ranch • Maple Hill, KS
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$W $F $G $B +33.67 +36.35 +23.49 +46.20
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Mill Brae Image Maker 0127 RE I+.13
$W $F $G $B +34.15 +39.68 +32.11 +52.52 top 10%
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Mill Brae In Focus 0022 CED BW
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$W $F $G $B +32.48 +43.05 +22.93 +43.39 top 4%
Mill Brae Final Answer 0126
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Mill Brae Upward 0116 CED BW +6 +1.7
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130 easy-calving bulls (104 HEIFER BULLS) with tremendous growth guaranteed to sire efficient, money-making, market-topping calves. 50 replacement females designed to mature into top producers under range conditions
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MILL BRAE RANCH LLC Predictable Genetics for Practical Cattlemen T.D. Steele, Partner Roger D. Steele, Partner Clint Michaelis, Herdsman SEE MORE AT: www.millbraeranch.com
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ANGUS INDUSTRY AngusSource® Calves Earn More Superior Livestock Auction data shows enrolling in AngusSource pays. Enrolling Angus-sired cattle in AngusSource helps cattlemen capture added value from their herds — that’s according to the latest data from Superior Livestock Auction video sales conducted between June and September 2010. According to Superior, age- and source-verified calves sold through AngusSource earned significantly higher prices in the auction market’s video sales compared with calves not age- and source-verified. Calves enrolled in the American Angus Association®’s program, which documents source, group age and Angus genetics, brought $0.91 more per hundredweight (cwt.) than other age- and source-verified programs; and $2.58 more per cwt. than non-verified calves. “The latest data from Superior speaks to the increasing value of Angus genetics in the marketplace, and the AngusSource program’s ability to capture that value,” Sara Snider, AngusSource director says. “The number of lots of AngusSource calves marketed through Superior video auctions has increased in each year of this study, which reflects our increasing enrollment numbers.” In fiscal year 2010 the program grew in number of head enrolled by 14.3%. “We’ve seen positive growth every year since establishing AngusSource as a USDA PVP in 2005, and we look forward to steady increases in the future as producers prepare for marketing spring calves,” Snider says. Producers with cattle not meeting AngusSource genetic requirements can enroll calves in Gateway, a second-tier program that verifies age and source. And whether enrolled in AngusSource or Gateway, ranchers can take advantage of the program’s online listing service, which is available at www.angus.org/angussource and features stocker/feeder cattle and replacement females enrolled in the programs. The list is distributed to more than 600 potential buyers each week. Visit www.angus.org to learn more about AngusSource, Gateway or the many other American Angus Association programs designed to help commercial producers market Angus-sired calves.
Accepting Applications for 2011 BEEF LEADERS INSTITUTE (BLI) The Beef Leaders Institute (BLI) is designed for American Angus Association members, 25-45 years old, as a resource to provide insight to all segments of the beef industry. Attendees will be stronger, more effective leaders for the Angus breed and beef industry now and in the future. The Association will provide transportation during the BLI, as well as lodging, meals and materials. The attendees will be responsible for their roundtrip transportation between their home and Kansas City (if flying) or Saint Joseph (if driving). The 2011 BLI is June 20-24. A final schedule will be announced with letters of acceptance. The 6 January 2011 Kansas Angus News
BLI is limited to 20 attendees each year. Applications are due to the Association by March 1. Contact American Angus Association Attn: Activities & Events Department 3201 Frederick Ave. Saint Joseph, MO 64506 Or fax to: 816233-9703 Or e-mail to: sstannard@angus.org for an application .
Angus Bull Sale Averages on the Rise Recent Angus bull sales continue to demonstrate tremendous demand for registered Angus genetics. “We are hearing very positive sales reports from throughout the U.S.,” says Bryce Schumann, American Angus Association® CEO. “From California to Georgia, we’re receiving reports of excellent bull sale numbers in addition to a healthy female market.” In fact, nationwide year-to-date figures show bulls are bringing an average $3,258 per head — that’s an additional $467 per head than this time last year. “This is in addition to our recent 2010 fiscal year-end numbers showing a five-percent increase in bull sale averages over 2009,” Schumann says. “It’s another reflection of the demand for superior Angus genetics.” That demand has been unmistakable in Montana, says Andy Rest, Association regional manager. In just seven days — from Nov. 27 through Dec. 3 — a total 1,971 bulls were sold in seven sales to gross more than $7.1 million for an average of $3,626. “These sales results are a tribute to quality breeding programs and the strong demand for Angus genetics,” Rest says. “The number of sales and the high-quality animals to be found during the week made it very economical for both commercial and purebred cattlemen to come see some of the best Montana genetics available.” The state’s positive sales figures aren’t isolated. Regional Manager David Gazda reports sales in the Southeast have been exceptionally strong compared to recent years. Cattlemen there are enjoying a healthy market for two-year-old bulls and steady demand for yearlings. “Commercial cattlemen here and throughout the country are finding that black-hided, Angus-sired calves at market — regardless of the market they sell in — still demand the strongest prices,” Gazda says. Stronger demand has been spurred by a recovering U.S. economy, a low cattle inventory and analysis forecasting a strong cattle market in the next 3-5 years, Gazda adds. Talk of increasing export markets has also bolstered Angus demand. “We’ve seen really strong prices here in the Southeast for registered Angus bulls this past fall, and there’s a good reason for that,” Gazda says. “These calves sired by registered Angus bulls bring premiums to the commercial producer day in and day out.” _Information provided by American Angus Association. _More Angus Industry on page 20
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2007 results on Angus heifers not kept for replacements graded 100% Choice or better ... 26% Prime and 52% CABÂŽ. Our Angus steers that were banded in late November graded 96% Choice or better and 56% CABÂŽ. 2008 results on 119 head of steers and heifers through USPB graded 95% Choice or better, 15% Prime and 54% CABÂŽ. 2009 results on 189 head of steers and heifers through USPB graded 95% Choice or better, 13.5% Prime and 58% CABÂŽ.
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KS Junior Angus Association Howdy Kansas Junior Angus,
KJAA Members Earn Junior Bronze and Silver Awards
The 2011 Kansas Angus Futurity is just around the corner. Juniors be sure to get your entries to me by January 10 with $10 per entry to secure your spot in the show ring. No late entries will be excepted so get them in the mail or enter online. All delegates and candidates also need to have their applications in by the 15th. There are lots of exciting things you can take part in at the futurity besides just showing cattle. You can attend the junior meeting on Saturday and get to know your fellow KJAA officers and members. We will introduce all the first time members at the meeting. Saturday evening, Miss Ks Angus will be crowned and the KJAA Semen Auction will kick off. On Sunday you can enjoy the show and even participate in the judging contest and showmanship contest. The futurity is the beginning of the Angus show season for the year so we hope to see you all there. If you have any questions regarding the show and what it is all about please give me a call.
See you soon,
Courtenay DeHoff KJAA President
2011 Kansas
JUNIOR ANGUS PREVIEW SHOW June 3-4, Hutchinson 2011 National Jr Angus Show July 10-16, Harrisburg, PA
OFFICERS 2010- 2011 President: Courtenay Dehoff, Tonganoxie……….. 913-620-6443 President Elect: Meghan Blythe, White City 1st Vice President: Megan Fink, Randolph 2nd Vice President: Hannah McCabe, Elk City Treasurer: Allie Blythe, White City Secretary: Mackenzie Flory, Baldwin City Reporter: Cody Theis, Leavenworth Historian: Esther McCabe, Elk City Membership Directors: Tyler Ottensmeier , , McLouth and Trent BlytheWhite City Past President: Chelsea Dickinson, Glasco
DIRECTORS District 1: Hadley Dehoff, Tonganoxie District 2: Evan Woodbury, Quenemo District 5: Grady Dickerson, Paradise District 6: Lauren Herman, Kingman District 7: Miles Pearson, Scott City District 8: Quannah Gardiner, Ashland At-Large: Johanna Lundgren, Ottawa At-Large: Jackson Wingert, Ottawa
ADVISORS Debbie Lyons Blythe & Duane Blythe…………….(785) 349- 2652 Jason & Wendy Flory…………………………….……(785))979-2923 Jerry & Tonya Theis………………….………………..(913)683-0775 Anne Lampe…………..kansasangus@wbsnet.org (620)872-3915
10 January 2011 Kansas Angus News
Lauren Herman Lauren Herman, Kingman, Kan., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver Awards, according to Robin Ruff, junior activities director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. The 19-year-old daughter of Don and Janice Herman is a senior at Insight School of Kansas. Lauren is a member of the NJAA and the Kansas Junior Angus Association, where she serves as District 6 director. She has participated in local, state, and national shows and showmanship competitions. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Lauren participated in the career development contest.
Esther McCabe Esther McCabe, Elk City, Kan., has earned the National Junior Angus Association’s (NJAA) Bronze and Silver Awards, according to Robin Ruff, junior activities director of the American Angus Association® in Saint Joseph, Mo. The 16-year-old daughter of Randy and Varee McCabe is a junior at Fredonia High School. Esther is a member of the NJAA and the Kansas Junior Angus Association, where she currently serves as historian. She also served as District 3 Director in 2008-2009.She has participated in local, state and national shows and showmanship competitions. At the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Esther participated in the creative writing, poster, graphic design, and public and extemporaneous speaking contests as well as the mentoring program and the All-American Certified Angus Beef® Cook-Off. She also has participated in Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conferences for the past three years. The Bronze and Silver awards are the first two levels of the NJAA Recognition Program that began in 1972. Junior Angus breeders must apply for the awards, then meet point requirements in many areas of participation before receiving the honors. Applicants are evaluated in areas of junior Angus association activities and leadership, participation in showmanship, contests and shows, using performance testing to improve their herd and their progress in producing and merchandising Angus cattle. For more information on the NJAA Recognition Program and for an application visit www.njaa.info.
Angus Internship, Scholarship Applications Being Accepted The American Angus Association®, Angus Foundation opportunities this fall for college students hoping to further their education and gain valuable real-world experience with the world’s leading beef cattle association. Available internships offer goal-oriented students an opportunity to build upon writing, editing, photography and organizational abilities while developing knowledge of agriculture and the beef industry. Deadlines, requirements and application details for the paid internships follow, in addition to scholarship opportunities also being offered through Angus Foundation. The American Angus Association Junior Activities Department is offering college sophomores, juniors or seniors the opportunity to assist with the planning and execution of junior shows and leadership events, and gain experience in association work. Applicants must be enrolled in an agriculture-related major and should be self-starters who are detail-oriented, outgoing and have the ability to work well with all types of people. Travel to the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) Conference and other shows should be expected as part of the internship. The internship spans approximately late-May to mid-August,. Applications are due Feb. 1, 2011. Applicants may send a cover letter, resume and references to: Robin Ruff, Director of Junior Activities, American Angus Association, 3201 Frederick Ave., Saint Joseph, MO 64506. For more information contact Ruff at 816-383-5100 or rruff@angus.org. The American Angus Association Communications and Public Relations Department is now accepting applications from college juniors or seniors studying communications or agriculture communications. Applicants with strong writing and design backgrounds who have completed coursework in news and feature writing, as well as editing and design are encouraged to apply. Photography experience and an understanding of video and social media would be an asset in this fast-paced internship. Travel is likely. The internship spans approximately late-May to mid-August, with specific starting and ending dates depending on applicant’s availability. Applications are due Feb. 1, 2011. To apply, send a cover letter, resume, references and writing samples to: Crystal Albers or Crystal Young, American Angus Association, 3201 Frederick Ave., Saint Joseph, MO 64506. For more information contact Albers or Young at 816-383-5100 calbers@angus.org or cyoung@angus.org. Angus Foundation Scholarships — In 2011, the Angus Foundation will make available general scholarships to students pursuing undergraduate and graduate degrees in higher education. Applications are available online , www.angusfoundation.org . Due May 1. American Angus Auxiliary Scholarship- application for high school seniors is online at www.angusauxiliary.com. Deadline to submit application to KS state chairman is April 15, 2011.
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Nebraska Cornhusker Angus Sale, at the Auction Market, Fairbury, NE Trowbridge Family & Friends Joint Annual Angus Female Sale, at the Historic Denver Union Stockyard Company in conjunction with the National Western Stock Show, Denver, CO Mill Bar Angus 12th Annual Production Sale, Hayes Center, sale at McCook, NE Jauer Dependable Genetics Angus Sale, Hinton, IA
FEBRUARY Feb 5 Leroy Boeckel Performance-Tested Bull & Female Sale, Hazen, ND, sale at Mandan, ND Feb 5 Ellingson Angus Sale, St. Anthony, ND Feb 11 Mohnen Angus Performance-Tested Bull Sale, White Lake, SD Feb 12 Schaff Angus Valley Sale, St. Anthony, ND Feb 12 Werner Angus Bull Sale, Cordova, IL Feb 13 Sodak Angus Ranch Annual Production Sale, Reva, SD Feb 15 Coleman Angus Bull Sale, Missoula, MT Feb 19 East Tennessee Angus Association 93rd Annual Sale, at Roane State Community College, Harriman, TN Feb 19 Monarch Farms Angus Production Sale, Folsom, LA Feb 19 Schiefelbein Angus Farm Sale, Kimball, MN Feb 20 Byergo Angus Sale, Savannah, MO Feb 21 Koupal Angus Ranch Spring Bull and Female Sale, Dante, SD Feb 25-26 56th Annual Illinois Angus Breeders' Futurity, Illinois State Fairgrounds, Springfield, IL Feb 26 Thunderfoot Angus Sale, Dothan, AL A special message to the voting delegates of the 127th Annual Meeting of the American Angus Association – from Tom Burke. I would like to express my deepest and most sincere thanks and appreciation to everyone who voted for me for a position on the Board of Directors of the American Angus Association. Since the election, I’ve received countless emails, letters and phone calls of encouragement and support. Your support is not taken lightly. My excitement for the project has not died. Sincerely,
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Show ring purple— Kansas at the Backdrop
H V R Lasater 910 of 6N won grand champion bull at the 2010 State Fair of Louisiana Angus Show, Oct. 21 in Shreveport, La. High View Ranch, Council Grove, Kan., and Foster Campbell II, Bossier City, La., own the February 2009 son of Sankeys Lazer 609 of 6N. He first claimed junior champion. Lee Prichard, Bells, Texas, evaluated the 61 entries. Photo by Richard Dyar, American Angus Association.
Sedgwicks Powerstroke 1486W won grand champion bull at the 2010 State Fair of Texas Angus Show, Oct. 7 in Dallas, Texas. McCurry Bros., Sedgwick, Kan., and K B Cattle Company, Wills Point, Texas, own the January 2009 son of Sedgwicks Powerstroke 7502. He first claimed junior champion. Jason Barber, Fort Worth, Texas, evaluated the 60 entries.
HF Blackbird 63X won reserve grand champion female at the 2011 Arizona National Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Dec. 31 in Phoenix, Ariz. Clinton Laflin, Olsburg, Kan., owns the January 2010 daughter of HF Kodiak 5R. She first claimed junior calf champion. Rick Blanchard, Firebaugh, Calif., evaluated the 75 entries. Photo by Shelia Stannard, American Angus Association.
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Sankeys Barbaramere 931 won grand champion female at the 2010 State Fair of Louisiana Angus Show, Oct. 21 in Shreveport, La. Ethan Dickerson, Paradise, Kan., owns the May 2009 daughter of Sankeys Lazer 609 of 6N. She first won intermediate champion. Lee Prichard, Bells, Texas, evaluated the 61 entries. Photo by Richard Dyar, American Angus Association.
R&L CH Empower 9065 won senior bull calf champion at the 2011 Arizona National Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Dec. 31 in Phoenix, Ariz. Cale Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., owns the winning bull. Photo by Shelia Stannard, American Angus
Sankeys Everelda Entense 007 won reserve grand champion female at the 2011 Arizona National Junior Angus Show, Dec. 31 in Phoenix, Ariz. Lauren Herman, Kingman, Kan., owns the February 2010 daughter of S A V Bismarck 5682. Aaron Cooper, College Station, Texas, evaluated the 28 entries. Photo by Shelia Stannard, American Angus Association
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Quality linked to profits in cattle feeding Want to make more profit feeding cattle? Try aiming for higher quality. Data on more than 440,000 steers fed and harvested from Iowa to Texas across six years starting in 2004 show a linear, positive relationship between high quality grade and profit per head. The analysis is detailed in the white paper, “Relationship of gain and quality grade to feedlot profitability,” (http://www.cabpartners.com/news/ research/index.php) by Shawn Walter and Ron Hale, Professional Cattle Consultants (PCC) and Larry Corah, Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB). A cattle feeder can’t depend on much, especially with commodity calves. A higher selling price may not matter. Keeping a lid on Yield Grade (YG) 4s and 5s may be counterproductive. One simple fact remains: feeding long enough to reach adequate finish generates more profit. Still, the monthly range in profit is often $250 per head and sometimes $350 per head between lots. What’s the secret to consistent profit? PCC, Weatherford, Okla., has millions of cattle in its database with ties to hundreds of feedlots over the decades. Company president and chief analyst Walter has identified 443,129 entries that feature extra-rich data, including that from cooperating CAB-licensed yards. The Choice/Select spread covered a range of $0 to $23 per hundredweight (cwt.) for those six years, when ration prices more than doubled from $153/ton in March 2006 to $315/ton in July 2008. Fed cattle prices ranged from 75 cents to $1 per pound. Through it all, hitting the quality target meant more profit. The cattle records contain information on origin, type, inweight, out-weight, feed efficiency, and more. They include cost figures and sale prices for the cattle, along with their individual carcass data. Noting little correlation between feeder cattle price and feeding profit, PCC utilized a weekly Chicago Mercantile Exchange Feeder Cattle Price index with a nickel slide either side of 750 pounds (lb.) “If we segregate these data into low, middle and high monthly profit groups, we can see that it pays to get enough finish on cattle,” Walter says. “If they are a high-percentage Angus type eligible for the Certified Angus Beef ® (CAB®) brand, that’s true whether or not they receive a CAB premium, as long as the cost of adding pounds of carcass stays below the value of those additional pounds.” That doesn’t mean grid premiums are irrelevant; it just means the cattle that win premiums tend to work best in the everyday world of pen performance, too, says CAB vice president Larry Corah. “Data from several marketing alliances has shown that higher grading cattle return higher premiums,” he says. “However, this could be the first time an analysis has been able to show those higher grading cattle are ahead in the profit game before they even enter the grid.” Grade maintained a linear trend (Table 1) from 56.2% Choice and 12.3% premium Choice for the most profitable third, where cattle made $90.26 per head profit. That was nearly $130 per head more than those in the lowest third, with 49.8% Choice, 9.6% premium Choice and a loss of $39.15 per head. Average daily gain (ADG) stood out as a key profitability figure, high-profit groups logging 3.31 lb. while the lowest profit third held on with a 2.8-lb. gain, Walter points out. Regrouping the
dataset into low, middle and high quality grades, the highest grading third (72.8% Choice or better) had the highest ADG compared to the middle and lower thirds, which helped lead to profits of more than $35 per head, $11/head above the middle and nearly twice as much profit as the lowest grading third (33.3% Choice). “A common misperception is that you have to give up feeding performance to get grade,” Walter says. “Yet, the higher grading cattle also tend to gain better.” Days on feed were not significantly different between the high- and low-grading groups. When evaluating performance at varying days on feed, an animal’s live performance typically declines with higher degree of finish. “But if we look at it from a feed utilization standpoint, those animals that are most efficient would have more energy available for fat deposition, meaning fewer YG 1s and 2s, along with more Choice and Prime carcasses, depending on feed intake level,” Hale says The white paper also profiles the steer database by feeding performance, days on feed and carcass weight before getting into a profit threshold analysis. When ADG hits 4.3 lb., better-than-expected performance overcomes other factors to enter the top third for profit. Similarly, when the Choice or higher share reaches the 70% to 75% range, those cattle tend to reach the upper profit profile. However, Walter notes 30% of the steers grading 90% Choice or higher were left in the lower third group due to failure in other areas. Overall, the profit-or-loss analysis showed that some cattle sold on an average cash price at breakeven could stay another 40 days to sell on a grid for more net profit. “The bottom line is, selling on a carcass weight basis does affect the point at which you can no longer add weight profitably. Selling on a carcass basis widens the window by several weeks,” Walter says. That provides ample opportunity to market high-quality cattle so as to earn the highest net premiums. Table 1: Profiling profit and quality grade in 443,129 steers harvested 2004-2009 Pro fit Profile Quality Grade Pro file Low Middle High Low Middle High Feedlot Place ment Weight, lb. 736 729 719 729 731 724 Feedlot Finish Weight Live, lb. 1,270 1,290 1,311 1,276 1,291 1,305 ADG, lb. 2.80 a 3.13 b 3.31 c 2.97 a 3.09 b 3.18 c HCW, lb. 811 a 827 b 839 c 819 a 826b 832 c a b c a b % Choice or Higher 49.83 51.66 56.20 33.3 51.9 72.8 c ® a b c a b % CAB or Upper 2/3 Choic e Premium 9.60 10.88 12.28 5.0 9.9 18.0 c % YG 1&2 51.8 51.5 46.5 61.3 a 50.6 b 37.6 c a b c % YG 4&5 11.0 12.1 13.0 8.2 11.7 16.2 Calculated Profit/Loss, $/hd -39.15 27.90 90.26 18.03 24.02 35.21 a,b,c Figures with superscripts are statistically dif ferent by <0.01
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17 January 2011 ŀ Kansas Angus News
Kansas Angus Auxiliary Happy New Year 2011 As a new year rolls around, we will be welcoming some new officers in the Kansas Angus Auxiliary. I will officially pass the gavel to Varee McCabe as she assumes responsibilities as president for the next year. Karen Santee will serve as vice president and Jackie Ottensmeier will be secretary. Lori Fink will continue on as our treasurer. The semi-annual meeting of the Auxiliary will take place on Saturday, January 22nd from 11 am to noon at the Prairie Pavilion meeting room at the KSF fairgrounds. Also on Saturday, Jan. 22nd will be the Auxiliary Auction Crowning of Miss Kansas Angus at the KAA Annual Banquet, 7 pm, Ramada Hotel & Conference Center. The Auxiliary Auction is one of our BIG fundraisers. It helps raise money for scholarships and awards for our Junior Angus members. Lend your support by donating an item or two Popular donations in the past have been crafts, ranch themed items, homemade goodies, and dÊcor. With the start of a new year, we will be receiving membership renewals—AND new members! See Lori Fink to renew or join. It has been a privilege for me to serve as vice president of the Kansas Angus Auxiliary. Many thanks to those who gave me the opportunity to serve as an officer in such a respected organization. I wish the new officers much success.
Sandy Lundgren Vice President Kansas Angus Auxiliary
Minutes The Kansas Angus Auxiliary met June 4, 2010 in the beef barn meeting room at 4:30 p.m. at the state fairgrounds in Hutchinson, KS. Vice-President Sandy Lundgren called the meeting to order. Introductions were made. Officer reports: Anne Lampe moved to accept the minutes as printed. Wendy Flory 2nd the motion. Motion passed. Lori Fink presented the treasurer’s report. Lisa Pearson moved to accept the treasurer’s report. Mary McCurry 2nd. Motion passed. Reporter Karen Santee reported on the scrapbook and would be glad to have any pictures. Committee reports: Anne Lampe reported on the Miss Kansas Angus & Ambassador, introducing Tess Steckline & Amada Laas. Lori Fink reported on the Miss Kansas Angus Program funds. With the Ways & Means, Mary McCurry suggested selling the cookie jars at the 2010 NJAS in Denver, CO. This was met with approval. Scholarships will be presented tonight by Karen Santee. The 2010 NJAS in Denver, CO was discussed. Announcements were made on the following committees with volunteers being needed in the education & hospitality areas. Mary McCurry will be putting together a spread sheet for the education and Lori Fink will have the hospitality area open from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day. Fund raising is also under way with a saddle raffle, embryo lottery and class sponsors. Debbie Lyons-Blythe reported the gifts & awards are finished. Show ring decorations will be handled by Lynne Hinrichsen. The American Angus Auxiliary: Anne Lampe who is currently serving as the secretary/treasurer for the Am Angus Aux, reported on new items the auxiliary is selling. Lampe also spoke about the relaxation station, “Rocky Mountain Spa� for the ladies at the 2010 NJAS. Under old business: An item is needed for the silent auction at the 2010 NJAS. Karen Santee suggested putting together a gift basket. Anne Lampe moved to do this, allowing $50.00. Teresa Deckinger 2nd. Motion passed. Santee will take care of this. Under new business: The slate of new officers was presented. Wendy Flory moved to accept the slate, Lisa Pearson 2nd. Motion passed. President Varee McCabe, Vice-President Karen Santee, Secretary Jackie Ottensmeier, Treasurer Lori Fink, Reporter Megin Gaede. Scholarship Committee: Chairman Trish Breuel, Shelly Janssen 2nd year, & Lynne Hinrichsen 1st year. Mary McCurry moved to adjourn the meeting. Megin Gaede & Teresa Deckinger 2nd. Meeting adjourned. Varee McCabe, secretary. (approval pending) 18 January 2011 Kansas Angus News
American Angus Auxiliary 2011 Officers These women were elected to serve as American Angus Auxiliary officers during Angus events in conjunction with the 2010 North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE) Super Point Roll of Victory (ROV) Angus Show, Nov. 13 in Louisville, Ky. Pictured from left are Anne Lampe, Scott City, Kan., president-elect; Kathi Creamer, Montrose, Colo., advisor, Barbara Ettredge, Pilot Point, Texas, president and Cortney HillDukehart, Modoc, Ind., secretary-treasurer. Pictured in the center is the 2011 Miss American Angus, Paige Wallace, Stotts City, Mo.
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Kansans elected to American Angus Auxiliary Leadership Members of the American Angus Auxiliary elected officers and conducted the organization’s annual meeting, Saturday, Nov. 13, during Angus events in conjunction with the 2010 North American International Livestock Exposition (NAILE), in Louisville, Ky. Auxiliary members chose the 2010-2011 officer team, including: Barbara Ettredge, Pilot Point, Texas, president; Anne Lampe, Scott City, Kan., president-elect; Cortney Hill-Dukehart, Modoc, Ind., secretary-treasurer and former Region 6 director; and Kathi Creamer, Montrose, Colo., advisor. The Auxiliary Annual Meeting also included committee reports, a financial review, and the election and appointment of several regional directors. Julie Murnin, Abilene, Texas, was elected director for Region 2. Marlene Dukehart, Sykesville, Md., was appointed director for Region 6; and Martha Holshouser, Gold Hill, N.C., was re-elected as director for Region 4. Other Auxiliary regional directors include: Mary K. Vejraska, Omak, Wash., Region 1; Lynne Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan., Region 3; and Leslie Mindemann, Sullivan, Wis., Region 5. Carol Wojciechowski of Middlebrook, Va., was introduced as the new Angus Gift Barn chairwoman. Members also outlined Auxiliary goals for 2011, including implementation of fiscal responsibility, promoting positive communication, and the return of the donation heifer. Proceeds during the year will fund Auxiliary projects and scholarships. Officers and directors of the American Angus Auxiliary for 2011 are (seated, from left) HillDukehart; Lampe; Ettredge; Creamer; (standing, from left) Leslie Mindemann, Sullivan, Wis., Region 5 director; Marlene Dukehart, Sykesville, Md., Region 6 director; Martha Holshouser, Gold Hill, N.C., Region 4 director; Lynne Hinrichsen, Westmoreland, Kan.; Region 3 director; Julie Murnin, Abilene, Texas, Region 2 director; and Mary K. Vejraska, Omak, Wash., Region 1 director.
19 January 2011 ŀ Kansas Angus News
ANGUS INDUSTRY More Confidence, Less Risk and Faster Genetic Progress
Turn Inside Information into Actionable Knowledge DNA technology offers beef producers powerful information they can use to help take some of the risk out of the important decisions they make every day. However, this information is only useful if producers understand how to apply it specifically to their individual herd goals. For this reason, IGENITY® has a team of advisers and information management software to help producers customize the inside information from the IGENITY profile to help reach their goals in fewer generations. “IGENITY is committed to helping producers understand and apply the advanced information that comes from the comprehensive IGENITY profile,” says Dr. Kevin DeHaan, technical services director, IGENITY. “We will stand by producers every step of the way as they put the power of DNA to work in their operations.” Once producers receive the inside information from IGENITY, Dr. DeHaan says the best place to start is with the IGENITY software. Currently, two software applications are available to customers of IGENITY; custom sort and benchmark. The IGENITY custom sort software is designed to help producers sort and rank their animals based on the traits that are most important to them. First, producers can apply a filter for traits, such as coat color or bovine viral diarrhea persistent infection (BVD-PI) status. Then, weights, or percentages of importance, can be applied to the traits the producer deems the most important. The custom sort software ranks the cattle based on all of the criteria entered. The result is a customized, overall index score on the familiar 1 to 10 scale from IGENITY that can be saved for future use, or exported to a spreadsheet or other on-farm management programs. For example, in the case of evaluating potential replacement heifers, an Angus producer may start by applying a filter for cattle that have a score of 6 or better for marbling and heifer pregnancy rate. Then, the producer assigns percentages of importance to the additional traits they wish to emphasize — such as 50 percent for tenderness, 30 percent for average daily gain and 20 percent for stayability. Once the custom sort software ranks the cattle based on these priorities, the producer can make more confident decisions based on where potential replacements fall within the group. “The IGENITY custom sort software is the only program of its kind designed specifically for use with a comprehensive DNA profile,” Dr. DeHaan says. “This program saves producers from digging through numbers and data — it does the work for them and sorts their cattle based on the traits that are most important to their individual operation.” The second application currently available in the suite of IGENITY software is benchmark software. This software is designed to help producers determine where their herd’s genetics compare with others within their respective breed or the nearly half million cattle in the IGENITY database. “It’s important that producers know where their herd is now before they can set goals for where they want their herd’s genetics to be in the future,” Dr. DeHaan says. “The IGENITY benchmark software helps producers compare their cattle’s genetics with others in their breed, the entire population of cattle in the IGENITY database, or other members of their own herd.” These software programs are just two examples of the innovation IGENITY has brought to DNA technology in the beef industry. “With a convenient tissue collection system, the most robust profile of analyses for economically important traits and the most comprehensive list of tests for genetic abnormalities, as well as a partnership with the American Angus Association® to provide genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (GE-EPDs) — IGENITY is not only providing cattle producers with the most advanced DNA options and technologies, but we are helping producers understand how to apply this information as it best fits their individual needs,” Dr. DeHaan says.To get started putting the power of DNA to work, producers should contact their IGENITY sales representative, call 1-877-4436489 or visit www.igenity.com/beef.
By Dr. Kevin DeHaan, IGENITY® Technical Services Director In today’s competitive market, Angus seedstock producers can’t afford to take a gamble when it comes to making selection decisions in their herd. Animals chosen as replacements will help to define the genetic direction and profitability of a herd for years to come. To assist breeders in making the most informative selection decisions, Angus Genetics Inc.® (AGI) and IGENITY® entered into a partnership to provide American Angus Association members with genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (EPDs) powered by the IGENITY profile for Angus. The partnership marked the first time in the industry’s history that beef producers had access to genomic-enhanced EPDs for multiple traits at once – and all derived from a breedspecific Angus profile. Genomic-enhanced EPDs are the next advancement in beef cattle genetics and allow Angus producers the ability to refine their selection decisions. The ability to collect a DNA sample on an animal at any age provides a clearer picture of its genetic merit earlier in its life than ever before. Incorporating DNA information into EPDs increases the accuracy of the EPDs in young, unproven animals – the higher the accuracy, the closer the EPD is to the animal’s true breeding value. Higher accuracies also take some of the risk out of selecting young animals, because the window of possible change of that EPD for the corresponding trait becomes smaller. The increase in accuracy from incorporating the IGENITY profile for Angus is equivalent to adding about 16 progeny to a weaning bull’s marbling EPD.1 For young bulls with ultrasound, incorporating the IGENITY profile is comparable to adding an additional 12 progeny on top of ultrasound data. Breeders can make more confident selection decisions and dramatically shorten generation intervals, allowing Angus producers to make faster genetic progress. Genomic-enhanced EPDs are easy to use because they combine the IGENITY profile for Angus results with traditional American Angus Association EPDs that producers are already familiar with using. Genomic-enhanced EPDs account for an animal’s pedigree, performance data, progeny records and now, genomic data, which helps keep the evaluation process simple. The IGENITY profile for Angus can also provide unique EPDs for embryo transfer calves, resulting in the ability to identify the superior flush mate early on in its life. Genomic-enhanced EPDs can also help identify the bulls with the genetics worthy of greater development costs. With the right tools, Angus producers can now know the genetic potential of each animal before its influence is felt in the herd instead of after. In addition to providing the most comprehensive and powerful DNA profile in the industry, IGENITY also offers expert one-on-one consultation to assist producers in turning inside information into actionable knowledge. IGENITY can help customize a plan incorporating genomic-enhanced EPDs that best fit the needs of each operation. To get started, producers can order sample collection kits from AGI by visiting www.angus.org. Most DNA sample types – blood, hair or semen – will be accepted; however, blood samples on FTA® cards are preferred. Samples should be mailed to AGI and results will be returned via the customer login function on www.angus.org. Prior to being sent to IGENITY for processing, AGI assigns a bar code to each sample, removing any identifying information such as owner and pedigree. This results in a blind test. When the results are returned to AGI, the barcode is reunited with the identifying information. Genomic-enhanced EPDs will be returned to producers three to four weeks after samples are received by the Association. Sample collection can be done at anytime or age; however, collecting samples when animals are already being Sedgwicks Powerstroke 1486W processed may be the most convenient. Planning ahead will ensure the information received Roll of Victory (ROV) Junior will be available in time to make selection decisions and provide genomicBull Calf Champion of the Year during Angus events in conjunction with the enhanced EPDs at spring production sales. Angus breeders pride themselves on 2010 North American International using the most cutting-edge technologies to offer their customers superior genetics. Livestock Exposition (NAILE) Super Incorporating genomic-enhanced EPDs with the power of DNA technology gives Point ROV Angus Show, Nov. 15 in Angus breeders a competitive advantage to take their own, and their customers’ Louisville, Ky. McCurry Bros., herds, to the next level.For more information, or to get started putting the power of Sedgwick, Kan., and K B Cattle DNA to work, producers should contact their IGENITY sales representative, call 1Company, Wills Point, Texas, own the 877-443-6489 or visit www.igenity.com/beef. winning bull. Pictured from left are Shelia Stannard, American Angus Association director of activities and events; Greg McCurry; Pamela McCurry; Cecil McCurry; and Sally Yon, Miss American Angus. 20 January 2011 Kansas Angus News
Farewell from Miss Kansas Angus 2010 Dear Kansas Angus members and friends, I hope you all had a safe and welcoming 2011. As the new year is here, my reign as Miss Kansas Angus is coming to an end. This year has been a great experience for me and I have memories I will never forget. I have met so many people through the Angus field day, sales and shows. I want to thank everyone that has helped my reign as MKA be such a success. My Angus family is truly amazing. This past year has been filled with show after show and memory after memory, my favorite experience was nationals. It was an experience of a lifetime to be able to be a hosting state for nationals. The other host queens and myself were able to plan the luncheon. I met as many queens that were able to come and it was something I will take with me through life. Thank you to Anne and the rest of the KAA and KJAA. I hope I met everyone's expectations because I had a blast along the way. Good luck to the candidates in 2011 and I will see everyone at the KS Angus Futurity.
Tess Steckline, Garden Plain, Kansas Miss Kansas Angus 2010 Kansas Angus Association Minutes The Kansas Angus Association board of directors met on September 17, 2010 for their quarterly meeting following the Kansas State Fair Angus Show, Hutchison, Kansas. Board members present were Jerry Theis, Joe Hite, Craig Rucker, Rusty Williams, Ron Hinrichsen, Rick Cornwell, David Oliphant, Howard Woodbury, Bob Bailey, Larry Lundgren, Harold Hazelton, and Anne Lampe. Matt Caldwell, AAA. Joe Hite moved to approve the minutes of the May meeting as printed and distributed–Second by Ron Hinrichsen. Passed unanimous. A thank you note from Angus Foundation Kansas Scholarship winner Meghan Blythe was read. Treasurer Report. Treasurer Bob Bailey presented the report which was previously emailed to the board of directors. CD renewed August at 1 %. Accounts receivable significantly lower at $7503.57 and include $1500 in field day sponsorship which has been pledged and billed. Checking/Savings/CD as of September 17, 2010 is $44017.26 Bob Bailey reported that Form 990, KAA income tax return was filed August 15, 2010. Craig Rucker moved write off Angus Semen Service directory bill . Second by Joe Hite. Passed unanimous. Anne Lampe distributed her secretary/manager report. She noted that she spent considerable time working as co-chairman of the National Jr Angus Show, she thanked everyone that donated time and funds to the show. There were over 600 NJAA participants and 998 head of cattle were shown. She is continually working with Mertz on the transition to the new printer and specifications. She reported that she started a Kansas Angus Association fan page on Face book. Honorary member committee-reported that they are discussing candidates but do not have one to present at this time. Joe Hite moved to allow the honorary member committee to make a recommendation to the executive committee and for the executive committee to accept and approve the recommendation at a later date. Second by Craig Rucker. Passed unanimous. The judge selection committee submitted the following for 2011 Ks State Fair Angus Show judges. Ty Williams, TX; Jake Scott, NE; Tommy Wells, TX. Craig Rucker moved to accept the judge selection committee’s recommendation and submit them to the KSF. Second by Joe Hite. Passed unanimous. Carcass data project: Anne Lampe reported that she and Gary Fike are planning a visit to McPherson County Feeders in the next few weeks and that CAB will let us know their award participation soon. Information will be printed in the Nov/Dec Ks Angus News. Pratt Sale- will be December 4, 2010. Consignment nomination information will be available in midOctober. KS Angus Futurity- consignment nomination information is in the Sept/Oct Ks Angus News. The KAF committee will contact potential consigners to personally ask them to consign. Anne reported that the Hall of Fame at her request has sent out letters to everyone that has consigned in the past five years. Discussion occurred on adding CA free to the AM and NH free requirement for consignments that was adopted in May. Larry Lundgren moved to require CA free in addition to the AM and NH free requirement for all cattle consigned to sale with test results produced prior to cataloging. Second by Joe Hite. Passed unanimous. Angus Foundation Scholarship endowment: Anne reported that an annual account of the fund can be obtained each year, the fiscal year ends September 30. As of April 30, 2010 total assets and investments was $18,808.06. Meghan Blythe received the $500- 2010 scholarship during the National Junior Angus Show in Denver. Matt Caldwell, American Angus Association regional manager reported that a commercial CA test is near. There is a new AAA ad campaign, includes video that can be used on members sites. Two EPD’s docility and residual ADG are available. The next meeting will be December 4 in Pratt at Pratt Livestock prior to the KAA sponsored commercial female sale. Howard Woodbury moved to adjourn, second by Joe Hite. Meeting adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Anne Lampe, secretary .Approved December 4, 2010. 21 January 2011 ŀ Kansas Angus News
Ks Angus Calendar DateEvent/Sale & Location January 22-23, 2011KAA Annual Meeting, Banquet & Junior Show, Hutchinson February 16, 2011O K & T Angus Breeders Sale, Buffalo, OK February 18, 2011Lundgren Angus Ranch Sale , Gove February 22, 2011Mill Creek Ranch "Brand That Works" Production Sale, Manhattan February 23, 2011TC Ranch Sale, Franklin, NE February 25, 2011Cow Camp Ranch, Lost Springs March 2, 2011Poland Angus Ranch Carcass Plus Bull Sale, Isabel March 2, 2011Spring Valley , LTD., Agra March 3, 2011JMB Angus, Sharon Springs March 4, 2011K-State Legacy Bull and Female Sale, Manhattan, Ks March 4, 2011Laflin Angus Ranch Sale, Olsburg March 6, 2011Lazy H Ranch KS 9th Annual Bull Sale, Hays March 7, 2011Lyons Ranch Sale, Manhattan March 8, 2011Cattleman's Choice Sale, Washington March 9, 2011Stucky Ranch Angus Production Sale – March 9, 2011 March 10, 2011Oliphant Angus Bull Sale, Dodge City March 11, 2011Good Farms Angus Choice Sale ,Olsburg March 11, 2011Bar S Ranch Bull Sale, Paradise March 12, 2011Mill Brae Ranch Performance Bull & Female Sale , Maple Hill March 12, 2011SF Farms 10th Annual Performance-Tested Angus Bull Sale, Princeton March 14, 2011Rock'n R Angus Ranch Sale, Plainville March 15, 2011Hinkson Angus Ranch Sale, Cottonwood Falls March 16, 2011Mid Ks Angus Breeders Sale, LaCrosse March 17, 2011Benoit Angus Production Sale, Esbon March 18, 2011BJ Angus Genetics 10th Annual Spring Production Sale, Manhattan March 19, 20119th Annual Proven Sires Influence Bull Sale, Green City MO March 19, 2011Molitor Angus Farm 32nd Anniversary Sale, Zenda March 20, 2011April Valley Farm Performance-Tested Angus Bull & Female Sale,St. Joseph, MO March, 20, 2011R & L Angus Bull Sale , Westmoreland March 21, 2011Don Johnson's Angus Bull & Female Sale , Salina March 22, 2011Black Velvet Cattle , Mankato March 22, 2011Beran Bros 25th Annual Sale, Claflin March 22, 2011Larson Angus Ranch Sale, Sharon Springs March 24, 2011Kim-Mac Performance-Tested Bull and Commercial Female Sale, Elk City March 26, 2011New Haven Angus Open House Sale , Leavenworth March 28, 2011Oleen Brothers "Best of Both Worlds", Dwight March 28, 2011Total Package Bull Sale, Freedom ,OK April 2, 2011Gardiner Angus Ranch Production Sale, Ashland April 4, 2011Green Garden Angus 52nd Sale, Ellsworth June 3-4, 2011KJAA Preview Show, Hutchinson July 10-16, 2011National Jr Angus Show, Harrisburg, PA
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