Carolina Video and Load Lot Monthly Summary

additional 143,305 recorded transfers. The fiscal year, which concluded September 30, tallied a grand total of 27,560 regular and junior memberships combined.

Returning to normalcy after a year of cancellations and uncertainty, production sales experienced record breaking averages with a 27.4 percent increase in female sale averages and a 13.6 percent increase in bull sale averages.

The Angus family hit new levels and historic records.

“This business has changed in such a huge way in a relatively short period of time,” says Mark McCully, CEO of the Association. “When you think about what we’re delivering to the consumer today, we’re delivering the highest quality product that our industry has ever delivered. In addition, we have more tools, better ways to describe feeder cattle and a progressive membership that has their eye on the future.”

Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI), a subsidiary of the American Angus Association, announced new leadership by appointing Kelli Retallick-Riley as president. AGI celebrated a milestone accomplishment of one million genotypes, only possible with the hard work of Angus breeders who are willing to invest in the technology. The use of these genotypes allows enhanced accuracy and predictability of difficult to measure traits. AGI continued work on tools that improve the profitability of the beef cattle industry, including collecting additional data for the hair shed research expected progeny difference (EPD) and introducing new udder scoring guidelines.

One thing that remained constant this year, as it has since its inception in 1883, is the Association’s dedication to its membership. This year Association members surpassed 20 million registrations, a feat that ensures the demand and value of registered Angus cattle industry wide.

In efforts to keep focus on maternal traits and longevity, the Angus Herd Improvement Records program implemented the Inventory Reporting option. This simplified reporting method gives breeders the option to record difficult to reach traits while maintaining accurate herd records. Inventory reporting gives full credit to high performing females, ensures a complete record of the herd, and provides insight on economically relevant traits. The recorded traits then serve as decision making tools for both commercial and seedstock producers.

As a cutting edge source of information, Angus MediaSM created the “Feeder Calf Marketing Guide,” a resource for commercial cattlemen using registered Angus bulls. The publication aided producers in their marketing decisions by providing tips, in-depth explanations of AngusLinkSM and the Genetic Merit Scorecard, commercial directories, and information on all process verified programs offered through the Association’s Commercial Programs department. With its goal of providing cost effective and quality marketing services to Angus breeders, Angus Media produced a record 491 sale books and 424 breeder websites.

The Certified Angus Beef (CAB) brand affirmed its quality standard with another year of exceeding consumer expectations. Combined focus on genetics and management led to a record breaking 36.8 percent brand acceptance rate. Cattlemen earned $1.7 million per week in carcass based premiums, and CAB marked its second largest sales year on record at 1.215 billion pounds. It implemented a #RestaurantChallenge to support the struggling restaurant industry and worked with more than 19,000 licensed partners in 54 countries this year.

With the value of Angus cattle consistently increasing, the Association configured its new advertising campaign to emphasize the power of Angus. With the confusion of black hided cattle in the marketplace, the campaign illustrates the confidence cattlemen can put in the power of EPD data, documented pedigrees, and marketing programs with the purchase of a registered Angus.

As a nod to George Grant’s arrival to North America with Angus genetics on May 17, 1873, the Angus Foundation hosted the inaugural Angus Day of Giving on May 17. The fundraising event included a series of mail, video, and social media outreaches to promote the lasting effects of the Angus family. The campaign raised $14,000 of unrestricted funds, acquired more than 25 new donors, and reached over 59,000 prospective donors.

To view the 2021 Annual Report with in-depth information about the year, visit angus.org/pub/annualreport.

The 2022 Angus Internship Applications are Now Open. Five hands-on internship opportunities are available to college students. Learning by doing has proven to be the best form of experience. Applications are now open for college age students to apply for the American Angus Association, AngusMedia, and Angus Genetics Inc. (AGI) 2022 summer internships. These ten week internship programs provide a unique, hands-on experience that will encourage growth and instill confidence both professionally and personally.

“I definitely wouldn’t have wanted to spend my summer any other way,” said Riley Reep, 2021 communications intern. “The culture at the Association is like none other, and they treat you as one of their own.”

Not only are these internships valuable in helping students build industry specific skills, but they provide participants an opportunity to extend their professional network. Angus interns are assigned responsibilities and guided to help ensure success by allowing them to take ownership of projects.

The five internships being offered are:

Angus Media - Two writing intensive opportunities — one focused on the seedstock audience and one focused on the commercial audience — offer the chance to participate in producing publications, including the Angus Journal, Angus Beef Bulletin, Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA, Angus Journal Daily, editorial websites

(Weeks ending OCTOBER 5 & OCTOBER 19, 2021)

Carolina Video and Load Lot Monthly Summary of Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales ending Tuesday, OCTOBER 5, 2021, and Mid-Atlantic Cattle Sales ending Tuesday, OCTOBER 19, 2021. All cattle in this report are located in North Carolina and South Carolina. Prices FOB the farm or local scale and many weighed with a 1-2 percent shrink and sold with a 5-10¢ per pound slide on the heavy side only.

Cattle Receipts: 2,111 Last Month: 4,465

Feeders made up 100 percent of the offering. The feeder supply included 70 percent steers and 30 percent heifers. Nearly 10 percent of the run weighed over 600 pounds. Head totals are based on load lot estimate of 49,500 pounds.

FEEDER STEERS (Medium 1-2)

Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 50 615-615 615 $145.75 $145.75 Split Loads 16 650-650 650 $133.00 $133.00 Split Loads 72 675-675 675 $155.00 $155.00 202 700-735 718 $151.00-$151.75 $151.42 Natural 37 700-700 700 $155.25 $155.25 Split Loads 74 700-725 712 $143.25-$155.00 $148.81 Split Loads 26 760-760 760 $146.00 $146.00 Natural 125 775-785 780 $160.25-$161.25 $160.75 Value Added 61 790-790 790 $159.00 $159.00 Value Added 63 775-775 775 $141.50 $141.50 123 780-790 785 $145.25-$150.00 $147.61 Current 59 825-825 825 $160.00 $160.00 Natural 30 820-820 820 $142.00 $142.00 Split Loads 180 800-825 813 $157.75-$162.50 $160.36 Value Added 59 220-820 820 $145.00 $145.00 Current 57 850-850 850 $137.25 $137.25

FEEDER STEERS (Medium & Large 1-2)

Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 123 790-790 790 $160.25 $160.25 Value Added 61 790-790 790 $151.25 $151.25 Current 51 950-950 950 $130.50 $130.50

FEEDER HEIFERS (Medium 1-2)

Head Wt. Range Avg. Wt. Price Range Avg. Price Delivery 30 600-600 600 $133.75 $133.75 Split Loads 14 600-600 600 $125.00 $125.00 Split Loads 64 680-680 680 $139.00 $139.00 Guaranteed Open 71 680-680 680 $141.50 $141.50 Natural 44 665-665 665 $135.25 $135.25 Split Loads 72 675-675 675 $150.00 $150.00 Value Added 36 700-700 700 $145.25 $145.25 Split Loads 35 700-700 700 $147.00 $147.00 Split Loads \ 125 765-780 772 $136.00-$136.25 $136.13 Guaranteed Open 31 780-780 780 $134.00 $134.00 Split Loads 61 800-800 800 $128.50 $128.50 Guaranteed Open 59 825-825 825 $146.00 $146.00 Value Added

Source: N.C. Dept. of Agriculture - USDA Market News Service, Raleigh, N.C. - 919-707-3156

and social media. The internship can be tailored to the intern’s strengths, but many duties can be anticipated, including traveling to industry events. Experience in news and feature writing, editing, and photography are strongly suggested.

Communications - From print stories to video scripts, photography, graphic design, and more, the communications intern will truly gain valuable agricultural communications experience. Applicants should have strong writing and design skills and have completed coursework in news and feature writing, editing, and design. Experience in photography, video, and social media is beneficial but not required.

Events and Education - The intern will assist in planning and executing youth events hosted by the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA), including preparations, correspondence, and coordination for junior shows and events. Applicants should be self starters, detail oriented, and outgoing with the ability to work well with others. Livestock and event planning experience is a plus, but not required. Travel to the 2022 National Junior Angus Show (NJAS), Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) Conference, and other events is expected.

AGI - Students pursuing their master’s degree or Ph.D. in animal breeding and genetics are encouraged to apply for the AGI summer internship. The intern will have the opportunity to work with one of the world’s largest beef genomic databases. The internship will focus on research that involves data analysis; therefore, candidates should have experience in analyzing animal breeding data sets and genomic data.

Students who wish to apply for an internship should upload their résumé, cover letter, and references to the career center at www.angus.org/careers by January 10, 2022. Visit www.angus.org/ careers for full internship descriptions and requirements.

Angus Foundation raises over $20,000 at 2021 National Angus Convention & Trade Show. Live and silent auctions raise unrestricted funds to support education, youth, and research. To kick off the 2021 National Angus Convention and Trade Show, the Angus Foundation hosted a welcome reception for convention attendees on November 5. The event featured live and silent auction offerings to raise unrestricted funds to use in furthering the Foundation’s mission of supporting education, youth, and research within the Angus breed. Proceeds from the event will support scholarships, youth conferences, and research projects in the coming year.

“The generosity of so many great donors at the welcome reception sets the path forward as we launch into a new fiscal year and prepare to fund many worthy programs in 2022,” said Thomas Marten, Angus Foundation executive director.

National Junior Angus Board chairman, Alexandria Cozzitorto, spoke at the reception on behalf of the countless Angus youth who have been impacted by the Angus Foundation’s mission. “I am proud to be a product of the generosity of Angus Foundation donors,” said Cozzitorto. “We’re grateful for your belief in the next generation.”

The auctions grossed $20,070 in proceeds from the silent and live offerings. The high selling live auction lot was the HeliBacon Hog Hunt, selling for $12,000 to Pleasant Valley Farms. Topping the silent auction was the Men’s Custom Pure Beaver Hat, donated by Greeley Hat Works, Inc. and selling to Mike Mayfield. Through generous donations, the auction offered an impressive variety of items for Angus enthusiasts to consider as they enjoyed an evening of networking and Certified Angus Beef brand hors d’oeuvres.

About the Angus Foundation. Established as a 501(c)(3) organization in 1980, the Angus Foundation remains focused on its mission to support Angus education, youth, and research. The organization has distributed more than $3.1 million in youth scholarships since 1998 and has also invested more than $1.3 million in beef cattle research in the past decade.

For more information, contact the Angus Foundation at 816-383-5100.

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 more than 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.