Nominations Sought for CAB Awards
May 1 is the deadline for submitting nominations for CAB's seedstock, commercial Commitment to Excellence awards.
Angus producers are fortunate to be able to work with a breed that does it all, from the cow herd to the consumer's plate. But some producers are truly visionary in their ability to work across all sectors to realize the breed's potential in high-quality beef production.
Through two Annual Conference awards, Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) recognizes those who Commit to Excellence, typically working with a feedlot to sell finished cattle to a CAB-licensed packer. Each year, CAB solicits nominations for the seedstock and commercial awards. The seedstock award honors a producer for commitment to finding and multiplying superior Angus genetics that enhance carcass traits. The commercial award goes to the producer who shares that broad vision, seeks advice from others and makes continual improvement all the way from cow to finished beef.
Since 1992, only 36 producers have received the Commitment to Excellence awards. This year one of the additions to that list could be someone you work with in a business relationship.
Eligible candidates must have a record of measuring genetic and management criteria, and acting upon the information to better drive the supply of Certified Angus Beef® brand product. Additional consideration is given to producers who have been directly involved with CAB in its various programs and licensed feedlots over the years.
Nominations, due May 1, can include detail on anything considered relevant. They should contain the producer name and contact information, type and size of operation, number of years postweaning data has been gathered, years linked to nominator's operation, and years involved with any specified CAB projects.
Winners will be selected and contacted, along with nominators, by June 1. CAB will produce feature stories about the individuals, who will receive an expense-paid trip to the company's annual conference in Puerto Rico Sept. 17-19.
To see a list of past winners and submit nominations, visit www.cabpartners.com/producers/awards.php, e-mail Marilyn Conley or contact her at 1-800-225-2333.
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