August 23, 2023 | Vol. 15 : No. 8-B
Sysco, the global leader in foodservice distribution, and Certified Angus Beef, a brand known for its commitment to quality beef, are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at promoting animal welfare and beef sustainability.
At this point many of you have seen the ad campaign from the American Angus Association that uses the phrase Powered By AngusSM in regard to using registered Angus bulls. What exactly does that mean? Are all “Angus” bulls not the same? In this month’s “Association Perspective,” I am going to dive into exactly what that means from the perspective of a regional manager.
Certified Angus Beef created the Dr. Bobby VanStavern Award for Beef Quality Research to recognize and support student researchers focused on beef quality. This year, the brand recognizes Andres Mendizabal as the recipient and acknowledges other successful researchers for their contribution to improving beef quality.
August 9, 2023 | Vol. 15 : No. 8-A
Ranches across the Show-Me State manage approximately 2 million cows, a significant number of which are Angus. In a new study, University of Missouri researcher Jared Decker and Thompson Research Farm personnel tested a group of commercial Angus cows using a genomic prediction tool called Zoetis GeneMax® AdvantageTM to investigate the ability of the test to predict their calves’ performance and profitability.
This month’s “News & Notes” column features articles on the Angus breeder winning the 2023 Beef Improvement Federation’s Outstanding Seedstock Producer of the Year Award, passage of resolutions to nullify Endangered Species Act listings, registration availability for the Applied Reproductive Strategies in Beef Cattle symposium, the merger of two leading seedstock providers, a new major in animal and veterinary biosciences, support for the Black Vulture Relief Act and the Preserving Family Farms Act, a meeting of the National Association of Conservation Districts and the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, recognition of John Huston, advances in rural health care and news of the longhorned tick's spread.
During fall and winter, most forages are low in protein (unless fall rains have stimulated new growth). Yet, many stockmen try to extend grazing as long as possible since winter feeding is usually the most expensive part of raising cattle.
Provide your herd with high-quality nutrition to capitalize on the Angus genetics you purchased. See our latest Angus Beef Bulletin online.
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