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Board Commentary ............................................................ 6 Association Commentary ..................................................... 8 Marketing Update ............................................................12 Member Services Update ....................................................20 Milestones & Metrics ........................................................20 JRA Update: My Red Cow Story .............................................48 Quality and Loyalty Are the Bedrock of Successful Marketing .......52 Top Dollar Angus: Pasture-to-Plate, Blockchain and Beef.............56 Member News .................................................................60 Sale Reports ...................................................................61 New Members .................................................................62

Information Directories Calendar of Events ...........................................................72 Advertiser Index ..............................................................74

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Board Commentary

RAAA Board of Directors President Steve Koester Steele, North Dakota koesterredangus@gmail.com First Vice President Area 4 Director - Southwest Tony Ballinger Morgan Mills, Texas anthony.ballinger@adm.com Second Vice President Region C Director Jeff Pettit Sebree, Kentucky jp@noashconstruction.com Area 2 Director - Montana Board Secretary Kay Klompien Manhattan, Montana klmpnra@gmail.com Region A Director Chuck Feddes Manhattan, Montana feddesredangus@gmail.com Region B Director Craig Bieber Leola, South Dakota craig@bieberredangus.com Area 1 Director - West George Murdock Pendleton, Oregon george.murdock@umatillacounty.net Area 3 Director - Rocky Mountain Aaron Kravig Karval, Colorado akravig@kravigredangus.com Area 5 Director - Northern Plains Stephanie Jung Mina, South Dakota lazyjbarranch@yahoo.com Area 6 Director - Great Plains Jason Anderson Oberlin, Kansas jasonea9@hotmail.com

by Steve Koester, RAAA President

Data Is the Road Map Greetings from North Dakota. I hope everyone is enjoying the fall and is prepared, or at least is preparing, for winter. Congratulations to all who worked on the annual convention. It was a fun, informative event. Whether you attended the breakout sessions, listened to the committee reports or took advantage of the Learning Lounge, you left with more knowledge about the Red Angus breed and gained insight into everything your board and staﬀ do to advance the Red Angus breed within the industry. A common theme throughout the convention was the need for more data! As stakeholders in a fantastic breed of cattle, we’re fortunate to be involved in a breed that has focused on the economics of commercial cattle production. Red Angus cattle excel economically in multiple arenas within the industry – maternal, structurally sound, eﬃcient-gaining, high-dollar end-product cattle, all in a sustainable package. These traits are all substantiated by data. As we all know, the more data the higher the predictability. We also know the higher the predictability, the higher the confidence level in our

product, whether that’s at the cowcalf sector, backgrounding, finishing or ultimately, the consumer’s plate. Confidence equates into market share. Data is absolutely the cornerstone to success! Data drives the bus in so many industry sectors and, as stakeholders, we all need to do our part to enhance the breed that sustains our businesses. Industry stakeholders, no matter what sector of the business we are in, need to ask ourselves if we can help drive the bus to more market share by contributing more data. The RAAA staﬀ is working on a program that will help analyze all aspects of an individual’s data turned into the oﬃce. Then, a report will show you how you rank compared to fellow members. This report will be an eye opener for all of us and will be a great tool to help us become better stewards of data. In closing, I would like to encourage all of us to grab hold of the rope and help pull Red Angus to the heights it so deserves within the industry. Pulling together is still the best way to achieve any goal. Whistle, grin and ride.

Area 7 Director - Northeast Rob Hess Hershey, Pennsylvania hessfarm@verizon.net Area 8 Director - Southeast Jim Yance Columbia, Alabama jim@jyjredangus.com Area 9 Director - Midwest Stuart Gilbert Stockport, Iowa redcowrelocators@gmail.com

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Association Commentary

RAAA National Ofﬁce

18335 E. 103rd Ave., Suite 202 Commerce City, CO 80022 (940) 387-3502 • FAX (888) 829-6069 Email: info@redangus.org RedAngus.org

RAAA National Staff Chief Executive Ofﬁcer Tom Brink Ext. 4 - tombrink@redangus.org

Director of Breed Improvement Ryan Boldt Ext. 12 - ryan@redangus.org

Director of Ofﬁce Operations Halla Pfeiff Ext. 10 - halla@redangus.org

REDSPro & Registry Specialist Billie Boyd Ext. 6 - billie@redangus.org

REDSPro & Registry Specialist Nicole Rebitski Ext. 5 - nicole@redangus.org

Tags and Show Program Specialist Jeananne Drouhard Ext. 18 - jeananne@redangus.org

by Tom Brink, RAAA Chief Executive Ofﬁcer

Red Angus Convention in Boise a Huge Success The 68th Annual Red Angus Convention took place in Boise, Idaho, on Sept. 15-17. It was a huge success and a lot of fun. We’ve had much positive feedback from members, who really enjoyed being together again.

DNA Data Programs Coordinator Alana Skelton Ext. 14 - alana@redangus.org

DNA Customer Service Specialist Kai Miranda Ext. 24 - kai@redangus.org

Database and Registration Consultant Kenda Ponder Ext. 15 - kenda@redangus.org

Director of Commercial Marketing Harold Bertz (816) 661-2289 - harold@redangus.org

Commercial Marketing Coordinator Katie Martin Ext. 16 - katieochsner@redangus.org

Commercial Marketing Specialist Nolan Woodruff Ext. 9 - nolan@redangus.org

Commercial Marketing Specialist Rachael Oliver (406) 480-1569 - rachael@redangus.org

Tag and Show Programs Coordinator Chessie Mitchell Ext. 20 - chessie@redangus.org

Director of Education and Junior Programs Dr. Kim Heller (515) 851-2019 - juniors@redangus.org

Here are a few quick stats on attendance: first-time attending members: 71, total members: 228; and for the Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium, 208. We appreciated seeing our Canadian Angus Association friends, Sheldon Kyle, current CAA president, and Myles Immerkar, CEO. We also want to thank our many sponsors and industry partners who made the event possible and brought new ideas and information for Red Angus breeders and commercial producers to consider and explore. Each Red Angus Convention is a little diﬀerent due to its location and the meeting agenda, which is modified slightly from year to year to make

it run smoothly and better serve attendees. We added more educational workshops this year and all were well attended. Topics included: Best Practices for Running a State Aﬃliate, Generation Transfer, Building Your Brand, Data Management and Contemporary Grouping and Leveraging Your Leadership. Along with the positive socialization aspects of this year’s Convention, it was clear that many attendees had a goal of learning something new or adding to their current knowledge on certain topics. Convention speakers are always a highlight, and this year’s lineup was perhaps the best. From analyzing the feeder cattle and cull cow markets to finding motivation in both success and extreme hardship, our presenters brought their Red Angus audience much to consider from a variety of

Publisher & Advertising Director Tracey Koester (701) 391-5440 - tracey@redangus.org

Editor & Director of Communications Brandi Buzzard Frobose (785) 448-0239 - brandi@redangus.org

Communications Specialist Lisa Bryant (405) 766-8942 - lisa@redangus.org

Accounting Director Janet Russell Ext. 11 - janet@redangus.org

Receptionist Margaux Midas Ext. 3 - receptionist@redangus.org

A panel of experts analyzed the feeder calf market at this year’s convention. 8

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Association Commentary – Red Angus Convention in Boise a Huge Success perspectives. We enjoyed and appreciated what they had to say, the challenges they proﬀered and are grateful for their contribution to the event. Another important part of every Convention is the annual membership meeting. This included both RAAA update presentations, as well as regional and area caucuses. Caucusing allowed members from similar geographies to meet and discuss various issues aﬀecting their operations. It’s also a time to meet candidates for board director seats being vacated by retiring directors. A climax event occurred on Friday evening with the awards banquet. This long-running celebration recognized those who have gone above and beyond in their contribution to the advancement of the Red Angus breed, not just for years, but in many cases, for decades. It is an enjoyable time to applaud those who have given so much, and to reminisce about

days gone by and the work done by so many to make Red Angus all that it is today. We want to recognize the contribution of outgoing board members Connie Mushrush, Sam Lorenzen, Newley Hutchison, and especially immediate past-president, Johnny Rogers. Due to COVID, Johnny spent three years as RAAA president and a total of 10 years on the board. Thank you, Johnny, for your long-standing dedication and service to the Red Angus breed! Welcome to our new board members, Stephanie Jung, Jason Anderson and Craig Bieber, as well as newly elected president, Steve Koester. The breed and Association have a lot on the docket during the months ahead, and it will continue to take a strong team eﬀort to help Red Angus realize all its potential as time progresses.

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Overall, the 2021 Boise Red Angus Convention was one for the history books. More than $63,000 was raised for the Red Angus Foundation auction, which will help the Red Angus cause through research, education and support of junior activities. Much more could be said, but attendees would probably summarize by saying our 68th Convention was productive and enjoyable. Soon, we will begin making plans for the 69th Convention, which will be held Sept. 14-16, 2022, in Kalispell, Montana. We hope to see you there!

September 14-16, 2022 Kalispell, Montana

Marketing Update by Nolan Woodruff, Commercial Marketing Specialist

Use All Things to Your Advantage, Including Red Angus’ Allied Access Program If you attended your biology class during your freshman year of high school, you probably remember learning about heterosis, or hybrid vigor. Heterosis uses the strengths of another breed to complement the many great traits of Red Angus to gain performance. Because the association has seen great value in heterosis, Red Angus has long promoted the use of crossbreeding to get the best of both worlds. Every day, ranchers take advantage of having a heavier calf at

sale time by using crossbreeding, but why take advantage of one thing but not another? The Red Angus Allied Access program has allowed many producers to eﬀectively use crossbreeding while still being able to enroll those calves into an RAAA age- and source-verification program. Since its inception in 2012, the Allied Access program has allowed producers to take advantage of Red Angus programs while reaping the benefits of crossbreeding.

If calving dates are being recorded and the calves are managed separately from other herds, every calf born qualifies the day it is born. Use of the Allied Access program allows producers to enroll in other verification programs at a discounted rate all while on the phone with our Red Angus Value-Added Department. Use all things to your advantage to benefit your operation, including Red Angus Marketing programs.

Top-Performing Cattle Earn Prestigious Grid Master Award By Megan Underwood, Red Angus Association of America media intern The Grid Master Award, an honor bestowed by the Red Angus Association of America, is earned by operations who have successfully combined high-performing Red Angus genetics, skillful feeding and precise marketing to achieve success with the slaughter of superior beef carcasses. Nolan Woodruﬀ, RAAA commercial marketing specialist, announced the

recipients of the 2021 Grid Master Awards at the 68th annual National Red Angus Convention held Sept. 1517, in Boise, Idaho. “Red Angus producers continue to raise the bar by marketing high-quality cattle on the rail. This year, 16 operations representing almost 1,300 head received the title of Grid Master. Taking these great cattle to market

has proven that Red Angus cattle have the ability to convert feed eﬃciently and produce a valuable end product. Congrats to this year’s recipients of this award,” said Woodruﬀ. To be named a Grid Master, entries must be Red Angus or Red Angus-in-

Special FCCP Red Angus Feeder Calf Sale Calendar Date Nov. 1 Nov. 3 Nov. 4 Nov. 4 Nov. 4 Nov. 5 Dec. 2 Dec. 2 Dec. 8 Dec. 14 Jan. 5 Jan. 6 Jan. 8 12

FCCP Sale Faith Livestock Auction - Faith, SD Hub City Livestock - Aberdeen, SD Bagley Livestock Exchange - Bagley, MN Broken Bow Livestock - Broken Bow, NE Valentine Livestock - Valentine, NE LaCrosse Livestock - LaCrosse, KS Bagley Livestock Exchange - Bagley, MN Billings Livestock Commission - Billings, MT Winter Livestock - Dodge City, KS Atkinson Livestock Market - Atkinson, NE Winter Livestock - Dodge City, KS Bagley Livestock Exchange - Bagley, MN Sutton Livestock - Sutton, NE

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Contact Dace Harper Glen Gaikowski Billy Bushelle Todd Eberle Greg Arendt Frank Seidel Billy Bushelle Ty Thompson Brian Winter Wes Kilmury Brian Winter Billy Bushelle Ed Kimminau

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Marketing Update – Top-Performing Cattle Earn Prestigious Grid Master Award fluenced cattle enrolled in RAAA’s Feeder Calf Certification Program or Allied Access tag program and must achieve a specified level of carcass excellence. The program is open to both conventionally and naturally fed cattle. Conventionally fed Red Angus cattle must be marketed in lots of at least 30 head, reach a minimum of 90%

Choice and Prime and have a maximum of 5% Yield Grade 4’s. Naturally fed Red Angus cattle must also be marketed in lots of at least 30 head, achieve 90% Choice and Prime, with a maximum of 10% Yield Grade 4’s. For those who would like addition-

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#3486504 Deep ribbed, quiet natured, fantastic feet, impeccable udder, high performance and easy ﬂeshing with a mouth-watering EPD proﬁle. She’s backed by the Starlette cow family and the perfect representative of Klompien Red Angus in the Big Sky Elite. AI bred to DKK Montana’s Domain 9142; the baby should be nothing short of incredible!

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Feddes Brunswick D202 x GMRA Peacemaker 1216 Power Cow - 107 MPPA Breed-leading number proﬁle – 16 in the top 25% with 9 in single-digit percentiles!

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FFeddes dd BBlockana l k Z3 ZZ37 37 #1516361 Z37 is POWERFUL with a proven track record. Her 2021 bull calf by Feddes Eight Ball 9231 just went on test at 800 lbs. She is bred back the same way. She is one of many powerful, mature females selling. Calving interval: 362 days.

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FFeddes dddd BBlockana l k 4067-053 06 0 3 #4288897 She is a powerful, yet feminine Brunswick daughter, due in January to Bieber Stockmarket E119. She is one of a powerful set of bred registered heifers. This is the best set of heifers we have sold.

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Spring Heifer Exposure Due First Week of November Spring Heifer Exposure information is due on Friday, Nov. 5 and is one of the simplest data sets to report other than herd inventories. Heifer exposure data is a tool used to enhance the accuracy of the HPG EPD. What should be reported regarding heifer exposure? Yearling heifers from 9 to 17 months of age that appear on the prelisted spring inventory and will be entering the herd inventory and are subject to THR assessments in 2022. The information to report is: • Breeding season dates – beginning and end dates. We must have both to accept data. • Exposure information – Yes or No • Contemporary group designation • Disposal information (if applies) Updated Video Tutorials Coming Soon When REDSPro was released in 2017, a set of video tutorials came along with it to help guide members through RAAA processes. Over the years, modifications and enhancements have been created for overall eﬃciencies. With that, a new set of video tutorials will be coming soon. Please be aware these will be released in sections over time. The first set of new tutorials will cover warnings and errors regarding data submissions. All tutorials can be found via REDSPro > announcements tab after member login. Is DNA On Your Mind? We Recommend Submitting Now Sample Collection Fall weaning consistently presents itself as a prime opportunity to collect DNA samples as those young animals are already being worked. However, DNA is an operational task that must be pre-planned to make sure materials are gathered in time, meaning collection kits are ordered and arrived on location. These kits can be requested at any time

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New Member Orientation Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2021 11 a.m. MST

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of the year from RAAA’s DNA department. We have Allflex Tissue Sampling Units and applicators, plus blood and hair cards in inventory for requests based on animal head counts. In this case, shipping time consumes the most time. Sample Submission Samples are sent off to the lab for processing at least two times a week. However, for RAAA to be able to submit samples to the lab for processing, a couple of items must be compiled and completed. 1. DNA order form is filled out properly. Each animal must be listed on the order form with proper ID, barcode and test marked. 2. DNA order form is signed, releasing samples to RAAA. 3. Payment in full is received. This can be via check or credit card. Submitting payment at time of submission is preferred. If staff have to reach out after samples arrive, this can delay the submission process. After samples are submitted and received at the lab, results will be returned in 20 business days. Busy season has officially arrived for DNA submissions and we recommend submitting your information months ahead of the sale season.

Understanding Carcass EPDs and Influence on Carcass Prices by Ryan Boldt, Director of Breed Improvement Understanding traits and how they aﬀect carcass prices is an important consideration for all commercial producers. Traditionally, approximately 20-25% of females are retained as replacements, so much of each calf crop enters a terminal system. It’s no surprise that a common goal is to continually improve end product merit to allow for a more marketable calf crop. However, it’s sometimes fuzzy on what each carcass EPD predicts and how that factors into the ultimate price received when cattle are hanging on the rail. The results you will see are determined by multiple factors. These include the animal’s genetics, as well as the environment the animal experiences. What this boils down to is that to receive a favorable result, both factors need to work together to achieve results that are worthy of bragging about. Carcass Weight One factor that determines price is carcass weight. The more pounds that are produced, the higher the return. However, it’s important to remember that plants and grids impose penalties for carcasses that are heavy or light. Based on USDA data, carcasses greater than 1,000 pounds will receive discounts and carcasses more than 1,050 pounds will receive steep discounts. So, the goal for carcass weights is to target a weight that fits into the parameters where discounts can be avoided for extreme carcasses. Carcass Yield A second factor that determines carcass price is carcass yield. This is determined via the USDA yield grade equation. This equation contains components related to back fat, kidney, pelvic and heart fat thickness, carcass weight

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and rib eye area. These components are combined using a mathematical formula to calculate the yield grade for the carcass. For this component, a Yield Grade of 3 serves as the base. Animals that fall into a Yield Grade 3 will not receive any premiums or discounts. From there, animals that receive Yield Grades of 1 and 2 are given premiums while animals that receive Yield Grades of 4 and 5 receive discounts. Quality Grade Another major factor that determines carcass value is the animal’s quality grade. The quality grade represents the amount of marbling present in the rib eye when it is harvested. For this parameter, a quality grade of Choice with a marbling score of Small serves as the base for the comparisons. From there are two other subcategories of Choice which include Modest and Moderate. Some grids pay significant premiums for animals that receive these marbling grades. Three marbling grades fall into Prime: Slightly Abundant, Moderately Abundant and Abundant. Below Choice, there are two categories which are known as Select and Standard which have marbling scores or Slight, Traces and Practically Devoid. These categories receive discounts compared to the base. EPD Significance Now that some of the factors that determine differences in carcass pricing have been identified, how can EPDs help? An EPD helps to move the average performance of a calf crop in a desired direction. RAAA currently publishes five EPDs that help identify genetic differences in genetic merit for carcass traits. These EPDs include Marbling (MARB), Yield Grade (YG), Carcass Weight (CW), Rib Eye Area (REA) and Back Fat (BF). Each of these EPDs can help move the next generation in a more favorable direction for the desired traits.

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Understanding Carcass EPDs and Influence on Carcass Prices Assume that your last calf crop was harvested on a grid, and you received data back that determined the average quality grade of the group was at the base or Choice with a Small marbling score. You are interested in improving this trait so that your next calf crop can gain more premiums for the higher quality grade categories. For this situation, the Marbling EPD will be useful because it will move that trait. However, an EPD will not tell you what result you will get. A particular EPD does not correspond to a specific Marbling Score outcome. The only way for this to be useful is that EPD needs to be compared to another EPD. One method to do this would be to take the average of your current bull battery and as you pick your next group of bulls, you identify animals that will improve the average of the bulls for that trait. This EPD is expressed in terms of the numerical marbling score associated with each of the diﬀerent quality grade categories. Comparing these diﬀerences can provide insights into what the change of the average marbling score would be if a bull with a higher marbling score was used given equivalent environments. It should be mentioned that single trait selection, like this example, is never the ideal approach to genetic improvement. Among traits, genetic relationships exist. Selecting solely for a single trait may lead to unintended consequences in other traits. A better approach is to use selection indexes to identify animals that excel in numerous traits and then identify animals that fit your particular breeding objective.

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High-Speed Genetics New technology rapidly and accurately replicates specific traits in cattle by Macey Mueller for the Red Angus Magazine From EPDs and artificial insemination to genomic testing and in vitro fertilization, beef producers have made tremendous advancements in genetic selection and animal reproduction technologies over the years. Now, the industry’s newest state-of-the-art reproduction tool – precision breeding – has the potential to dramatically speed up genetic improvement. Precision breeding, also known as gene editing, uses CRISPR-Cas9 technology to target a region of the genome during an animal’s single-cell state to strategically alter the DNA for a specific trait. A precision-bred animal is identical to one that could occur naturally through traditional reproduction processes, but this cutting-edge innovation allows for precise, rapid and safe replication of the desired trait, rather than waiting for the trait to emerge through several generations of breeding. As a leading progressive breed organization, the Red Angus Association of America announced they will provide herdbook registry of Red Angus animals carrying gene-edited traits for heat tolerance and coat color.

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Both trait approvals by RAAA emanate from specific genetic alterations designed and submitted by Acceligen, a technology company pioneering commercialization of gene-edited Acceligen’s Tad Sonstegard and his team are currently food animals. evaluating this Red Angus heifer located in Brazil. She was made Tad Sonstegard, using precision breeding technology that created a SLICK trait, Acceligen making her more heat resistant in the tropical climate. Chief Executive Photo courtesy of The Wall Street Journal. and Scientific Oﬃcer, said red coat color and possibly even gene editing allows breeders to solve future gene-edited traits for disease long-standing animal health issues resistance through the breed can and advance the welfare and produchave a significant impact on genetic tivity of their animals in a considermanagement of animal health and ably shorter cycle than with convenwell-being. tional selective breeding. “Precision breeding technology creates new genetic and marketing opportunities for seedstock producers,” said Sonstegard. “Disseminating valuable traits like heat tolerance,

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High-Speed Genetics Sonstegard said that while the traits approved by RAAA are naturally occurring and could be achieved through generations of crossbreeding animals, gene editing eliminates the possibility of passing along the undesirable genetic merit of other populations. It’s important to note that gene editing is not the same as genetic modification. Sonstegard said the GMO process, known as transgenesis, introduces genetic material from other organisms, resulting in an animal that could not be found in nature or bred conventionally. Instead, the gene editing process alters genes naturally found in an animal that could potentially also be introduced via conventional crossbreeding. “The meat and dairy products from an animal developed by Acceligen using precision breeding are no diﬀerent from their non-edited equivalents,” he said. “We are simply expediting the selective breeding process.” Using precision breeding, Acceligen scientists developed a naturally cool or “SLICK” trait that mimics the thermotolerant genes found in

criollo breeds of cattle, like Senepol, with a natural adaptation to heat. A slick hair coat is especially beneficial in the southern Fescue Belt and throughout South America Sonstegard shared detailed information about gene editing with where warm attendees at the National Red Angus Convention. and humid climates make portant because RAAA has an open animals more susceptible to heat herdbook that allows producers to stress and can negatively impact both use animals from the black Angus growth and reproduction. population to introduce new genetics. Once those animals turn red, they A demonstration Angus heifer was become Category 1A Red Angus. made in Brazil to confirm its heat tolerance, and Sonstegard said there Sonstegard said the challenge has are several pre-commercial, therbeen that breeding a black animal to a motolerant animals in the United red animal results in all black progeStates. Acceligen is currently in the ny that are red carriers. process of evaluating those animals in collaborating with the Food and Drug “As you continue breeding those Administration and collecting germanimals, you don’t always get a red plasm to create future generations. animal every time,” he said. Acceligen’s black-to-red gene edit “Editing the gene ‘fast-tracks’ the gives Red Angus breeders the power process because you don’t have those to take any black Angus animal and intermediate steps of black-red carrier make a duplicate animal in a single animals.” generation. This is especially im-

Acceligen’s black-to-red gene edit fast-tracks the process to get breed red animals from black genetics.

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High-Speed Genetics Using elite black Angus genetics, Acceligen scientists introduced changes into the cells and created embryos. Sonstegard said black-to-red gene-edited calves will begin hitting the ground this fall and winter. Sabreena Larson, Acceligen Chief Operations Oﬃcer, regularly works with all sectors of the beef value chain in understanding and accepting this new technology. She said both gene-edited traits are currently undergoing regulatory review, but are available to breeders on a pre-commercial basis through Acceligen. Currently the technology is being regulated like a drug through the FDA, but there is an industry push to see gene-edited traits regulated similarly to genetically modified corn under the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “We don’t see any major issues get-

ting these traits approved for commercial use, and we are optimistic they should be decided by the time we are putting producer calves on the ground,” Larson said. “RAAA is really a leader in this technology adoption to improve and expand the breed, and we are eager to continue working with them on additional traits of interest to the breed.” Ryan Boldt, RAAA Director of Breed Improvement, said selectively accepting gene-edited animals into the Red Angus registry demonstrates the association’s commitment to genetic progress and to creating the necessary framework for the use of technological advancements in the breed. “RAAA has traditionally taken an approach based on sound science for the genetic improvement of animals,” he said. “We want to be at the forefront of any scientific innovations that allow our members to breed better animals, and we think this is another technolo-

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gy that allows them to do that.” As with most new innovations entering the marketplace, Boldt said the editing process is currently expensive, but is not cost prohibitive. “Genotyping and cloning technologies were initially too pricey for most producers, but they are now used regularly in the industry today,” he said. “Likewise, as the technology continues to advance, we would expect the cost to decrease.” As the two gene-edited traits move through the review process, Boldt anticipates specific sire lines to be developed and disseminated through seedstock breeders. “It’s really an important and exciting time to be involved in genetics,” he said. “Introducing these technologies into the selection of animals allows us to create an expanded and overall better gene pool.”

The onset of the IGS-BOLT evaluation, paired with the submission of phenotypic records, has led to a new era in genetic evaluation for the cattle industry. In an effort to collect necessary female genotype and phenotype information to improve genetic predictions, the Red Angus Association of America Board of Directors has approved the Red Cow Rally. The Rally research collaboration between RAAA and Neogen is designed to increase phenotypic data collection and submission for mature weights, body condition scores and genotypes on Red Angus females. A limited number of research genotypes (GGP-LD) and rebate funds will be available for the project, so discounts and rebates will be issued on a ﬁrst-come, ﬁrst-served basis.

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Once at the feedlot, the manager can use the information to improve processes or make better purchasing decisions. At the packer level, carcass data could be uploaded to match the RFIDs. Retailers could then track the protein from plate to pasture, if desired. Customers in each segment would have the opportunity to upload as much or as little information to the ledger-based system as they wish. Beneﬁts to Beef Sectors The first question out of many people’s mouths is how this benefits diﬀerent beef industry segments. For producers, blockchain can provide valuable data to make selection decisions and hopefully create ultimate transparency on how their cattle are performing further down the chain. For breed associations or third-party programs, this is an added-value service for customers and allows better data collection. For feedlots, blockchain can benefit existing and new relationships with cow-calf producers. Retail is always looking for ways to tell a positive story about the product they are placing in the market. Traceability is crucial in the industry, not only for safety reasons, but also the industry’s reputation. Blockchain use could create the ledger to trace an animal by individual ID back to the ranch of origin by a quick and straightforward search on the API. This means the industry can respond quickly and with reliable information obtained through the “blocks” of data on the “chain.” In all, the industry could maintain or improve its high reputation as a leader in traceability. Producers also ask essential questions about the safety of their data on the chain. First, the data is all shared over secure encrypted electronic environments. One of the biggest attributes of blockchain is that the data belongs solely to

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Blockchain: The Next Frontier in the Beef Industry the producer. The producer has the choice to share as little or as much information as they wish whenever they want with selected transaction partners. You can choose to share portions or entire blocks of data one day and then change permissions for the same transaction partner a month later. The Next Frontier As we look into our crystal ball of what the beef industry hopes to look like in the future, we all know that technology will be vital to feeding the protein-hungry world. Through blockchain, a synergy unlike ever before can change the game for each beef industry sector. Data and management information sharing, transparency and traceability are all just the beginnings of exciting capabilities at hand with blockchain. You can take into account the definition of synergy and realize it’s the next frontier!

Technology, like blockchain synergy in the beef industry, will be vital to feeding the protein-hungry world in the future.

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National Red Angus Convention Promotes Collaboration, Innovation and Elevation by Megan Underwood, Red Angus Association of America media intern

The Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium hosted 207 producers.

After a year of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Red Angus producers were finally able to gather in-person again at 68th annual National Red Angus Convention in Boise, Idaho. While in Boise, producers were able to collaborate over innovations discussed in general sessions, symposiums and workshops, and elect the new Board of Directors who will elevate the Red Angus breed. Keynote Speakers

Carey Portell

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Lance Pekus

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Convention attendees were able to hear from keynote speakers, Carey Portell and Lance Pekus. Portell shared her story of being a survivor of a drunk driver which led to disabling injures. This has not stopped Portell from continuing to farm, instead it has led her to break through all limitations with grace and grit. Portell is an active advocate of AgriAbility which is an organization that works with disabled individuals to work successfully in agriculture. “Acceptance is the key to my happiness. When I am disturbed, it is because I find some fact of my life unacceptable to me, and I can’t find happiness until I accept the situation as being exactly the way it is supposed to be at this moment,” said Portell. Pekus, known as the “Cowboy Ninja” during his appearances on several seasons of NBC’s America Ninja Warrior, shared his journey. Becoming the Cowboy Ninja brought together two of Pekus’ passions: ranching and a love for obstacle courses. Pekus never skips an opportunity to advocate for his way of life in the spotlight and promotes inclusivity by bringing families together with beef. “Overcoming obstacles is the key to being successful. Set goals. Identify obstacles. Prepare. Execute. Succeed or Fail,” explained Pekus.

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During the Friday morning general session attendees heard from Matt Buyers and Jay Theiler. of Agri Beef, a company rooted in the Northwest with 13 operations within Idaho, Oregon and Washington. The company’s core values have been centered around honesty and integrity while driving innovation in the business to uphold their mission to sustainably produce the highest quality beef products. Working on sustainability is good for the business, the people and the community. “We get into it for the cattle; we become successful through the people,” said Buyers. Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium

The annual convention kicked oﬀ with Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium, which allowed attendees to collaborate with industry professionals to elevate the future of the beef industry, not just the Red Angus breed. The symposium began with a Feeder Calf Panel featuring Guthrie Newell of Agri Beef, Brock Hough of Beef Northwest, and Perry Martin of H3 Feeders LLC, explaining how the industry can collaborate to make the “perfect beast” through continuous innovation. Julian Garcia, Beef Northwest CEO, joined the discussion about feedyard uniqueness in the Pacific Northwest. A cull cow panel consisting of Trent Stewart of Central Oregon Livestock Auction, Randy Baxley of Visalia Livestock, and Eric Drees of 7 Rivers Livestock, provoked discussion on the opportunities for producers to add value to their cull cows.

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National Red Angus Convention Promotes Collaboration, Innovation and Elevation The symposium concluded with Randall Raymond of Simplot, discussing the eﬀects of feed eﬃciency in commercial cattle-feeding operations. Ladies Symposium

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The Ladies Symposium featured the 2020 Beef Advocate of the Year, Kiah Twisselman Burchett. Burchett is a California cattle rancher who accidently became a life coach after her personal health journey, losing more than 125 pounds. Burchett is on a mission to empower others to build a better relationship with themselves from the inside out while creating a healthy life they love, without sacrificing what they enjoy. While Burchett is known best worldwide for her healthy journey, she uses every opportunity in the spotlight to advocate for the beef industry.

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“I started in beef and beef has been integral in every aspect of my life. I grew up in production agriculture. My career started in agricultural communications and now it’s crazy to think that my role in agriculture is not in production or communications, but it’s actually to empower the women in agriculture, to rebuild their

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relationships with themselves too, and that feels like the greatest gift,” said Burchett. Convention Workshops Attendees had three opportunities to attend various workshops throughout the week. Workshop topics included: bull sale data analysis, best practices for running a state aﬃliate, interactive foot scoring, generational transfer and finances, data management and contemporary grouping, leading your leadership in the organization, data input and management panel, building your brand and how to use your data. The workshops oﬀered something for everyone and received great participation from attendees. The 68th annual National Red Angus Convention was a success with 228 attendees representing more than 28 states and Canada who joined together to collaborate, innovate and elevate the Red Angus breed. The 2022 convention will be held in Kalispell, Montana, Sept. 14-16, and will continue to promote collaboration and innovation in the Red Angus Association of America.

2021-2022 RAAA Board of Directors

Steve Koester President The 2021-22 RAAA Board of Directors (front, left to right): Steve Koester, Steele, North Dakota, president; Tony Ballinger, Morgan Mills, Texas, Area 4 – Southwest director and ﬁrst vice president; Stephanie Jung, Mina, South Dakota, Area 5 – Northern Plains director; Rob Hess, Hershey, Pennsylvania, Area 7 – Northeast director; Stuart Gilbert, Stockport, Iowa, Area 9 – Midwest director; Jeff Pettit, Sebree, Kentucky, Region C director and second vice president; Kay Klompien, Manhattan, Montana, Area 2 director and Board secretary; Tom Brink, RAAA CEO. Back row: Craig Bieber, Leola, South Dakota, Region B director; Jim Yance, Columbia, Alabama, Area 8 – Southeast director; Jason Anderson, Oberlin, Kansas, Area 6 – Great Plains director; Chuck Feddes, Manhattan, Montana, Region A director; and George Murdock, Pendleton, Oregon, Area 1 – West director.

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Breeder of the Year 9 Mile Ranch, Touchet, Washington Larry Mehlhoff, left, presented the award to Kristin Dykes and business partner, Seth Leachman.

Pioneer Breeder of the Year Larry Lorenzen, Bend, Oregon Receiving the award on his behalf were Sam and Jenna Lorenzen, Maverick, Blakely and Parker.

Commercial Producers Sitz Ranch and Harris Ranch, both of Drewsey, Oregon Joining in the accolades were, left to right, presenter Frank Wedel, Matt, Don and Cindy Sitz, Tonya and Glenn Harris, Superior Livestock Auction representative Jim and Mary Sue Davis, and presenter Ryan Ludvigson.

Grid Master Awards Grid Master award winners in attendance were (left to right), Jason Anderson, Anderson Land & Cattle, Oberlin, Kansas; Marie Linnell, Hermiston, Oregon, accepting for Van Schoiack Ranch, Heppner, Oregon; Parker and Sam Lorenzen, Lorenzen Ranches, Bend, Oregon, and presenter Nolan Woodruff.

Advocate of the Year Trent Stewart, Central Oregon Livestock Auction and Superior Livestock representative Sam Lorenzen presented the award.

John V. Robbins Distinguished Service Leonard Wood, Sand Point, Idaho He is joined by his wife, Naomi, and presenter Bruce Ketchum (right).

Industry Service Dr. Tom Field University of Nebraska-Lincoln

Junior of the Year Shaye Koester Steele, North Dakota

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RAFI Fundraiser Smashing Success The generosity of donors, bidders and buyers for the Red Angus Foundation, Inc., fundraising auction contributed to a grand total of $63,600! Watch for the December Red Angus Magazine to learn more about the impact of RAFI. 46

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JRA Update: My Red Cow Story by Morgan Marlett, 2021 JRA Round-Up Top Hand Editor’s note: The agricultural industry is a dynamic system that provides tremendous career opportunities. However, sometimes what catches your interest is diﬀerent from the aspect of the industry in which your family is engaged. That’s where JRA member and 2021 Round-Up Top Hand Morgan Marlett found herself. Fortunately, her power of “want to” fueled her to establish connections, acquire resources and create learning opportunities to launch her future in the Red Angus cattle business. My history with the Red Angus breed has been brief, but nonetheless one of the most impactful periods of my life. It has given me unique opportunities for growth, hands-on learning experiences and friendships with some of the most hard-working people I’ve ever met. My red cow story began my senior year of high school as an experienced 4-Her. I had been involved in 4-H since I was eight and had participated in almost every aspect of the program from leading on my 4-H State Teen Council to showing horses and pigs. As I neared aging out, I had the brilliant idea to try something new that many of my friends already enjoyed — showing cattle. Luckily for me, I knew a family friend down the road whose daughters had shown cattle for the ranch he managed. I reached out and asked him some questions to see if my idea was possible.

Raymond Prescott, manager of Bull Hill Red Angus Ranch, was more than happy to work with me and was soon helping me select cattle to halter break for the upcoming show season. From then on, I was hooked.

break to explore the ranch, experience their calving season and attend their annual bull sale. I came back even more in love with the Red Angus breed and could not wait to return for my summer break.

The highlight of my day was spending time with my show heifers. It was during that time that I decided that beef cattle, and more importantly, Red Angus cattle, would be a part of my life forever.

As an intern, I was constantly pushed outside of my comfort zone to further my personal growth. I learned how to manage electric fencing, rotate pastures, move cattle on horseback and even tie several useful knots.

From there, my experiences with the Red Angus breed evolved. I interned with Mr. Prescott over my winter break and experienced a calving season for the first time. I assisted him with all aspects of calving and record-keeping while he patiently answered all my many questions.

The Ketchums were amazing teachers and always encouraged me to try new things, even if I didn’t believe I could do them myself.

I looked up to him significantly, and still do, and was thankful to have him as a mentor while I learned all about cattle management and care. I continued to show, help at Bull Hill and started thinking about the possibility of interning in another part of the country to learn more about cattle and rangeland management. Mr. Prescott supported me and suggested that I get in contact with good friends of his that had Red Angus in eastern Montana, the Ketchum family. I was soon able to talk with Bruce and Tena Ketchum, owners of Milk Creek Reds, and share my interest in interning. Before I knew it, I was headed to Montana for my spring

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I also learned more about the AI process. I was taught how to thaw semen straws, correctly use an AI gun, and eﬃciently work through large groups of cattle. My time there was unforgettable, and I came back to South Carolina a much more capable cattle woman. I rounded out the summer by attending the Junior Red Angus Round-Up for the first time. I had been wanting to attend for a couple of years, but had never had the chance to go, so I was excited! I arrived not knowing anyone and left the week with so many great friends that were as passionate about red cows as I am. Overall, my experience with the Red Angus breed has been nothing short of amazing. The opportunities that I have been given, friends I have made and people who have supported me on my journey were like none I have ever had before. I will forever be thankful that I found the Red Angus Association of America and am positive I will be involved with red cattle for the remainder of my lifetime.

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Quality and Loyalty Are the Bedrock of Successful Marketing Guest Commentary by George Murdock, Area 1 West Director At some point during the Red Angus Convention in Boise, Idaho, someone asked if anyone had ever taken them out to a steak dinner and insisted on ordering a select grade of meat. “No choice or prime for us, select will do just fine.”

me, comped my pastrami sub and said he hoped I would come back. I did, the next day, and I was welcomed like an old-timer and asked if I wanted my usual. And during my 11 years in the district, Tony probably sold me a thousand subs.

Not likely.

A good many Red Angus sales occur during the noon hour because of Pacific Time, so I pack my lunch and spend an hour or so tuning in on auctions all over the country. My son laughs about the fact every so often a heifer shows up at the ranch dropped oﬀ by someone going through. He just sighs and says, “Oh, Dad must have been watching another sale.”

In the end, it’s always about quality – the quality of the steak, the quality of the company, the quality of what we are marketing and the quality of the experience we provide for our customers and those with whom we associate in the cattle world. I remember moving to a new community as a school district administrator. To be honest, I was a little reluctant to go out to lunch that first day because I didn’t know anyone, and I was used to the old line from Cheers – “Where everybody knows your name.”

He was a little taken aback once when 21 head showed up from a dispersal sale in Texas, but I quickly assured him they weren’t moving in – they were part of a deal I had going in Bend, Oregon.

Someone in the oﬃce suggested I try Tony’s Sub Shop a couple of blocks away. I ventured in and Tony himself asked, “Are you new in Walla Walla?” I told him I was, and he welcomed

Anyway, a lot of times when I am listening to those sales, the rancher himself is on the stand and he calls out the name of the buyer, particularly repeat buyers, and thanks them

At the starting line, everybody has a cow and a bull. What makes the difference at the ﬁnish line are the value-added factors.

for their loyalty. Good auctioneers sometimes do the same thing, it’s not a little thing – people like that kind of recognition and they like to be appreciated. “That one goes to the Powells over in Panhandle. They’ve been coming here for years, and they know the good ones.” I will admit upfront there are curmudgeons or unique characters in the cattle business whose cattle have some unique attribute that provides them the opportunity to peddle their production. They were there when I was in the purebred sheep business, and they are in the cattle business as well. You hold your nose, close your ears and write the check. This is, however, not the norm, it’s the exception and not a path to longterm success in the business – something a growing number of purebred cattle people are coming to understand. We are in a competitive business and while EPDs, show results, whether or not you bought their calves or a host of other factors are important, in the end, interpersonal relationships, integrity, interest in the success of the buyer and sincere commitment to their program goes a long way. It doesn’t make a lot of diﬀerence whether you are selling bulls, cars or a host of other commodities. People have options. When you make the experience something special, there is a very good chance they will be back. Return customers are like gold. “One and done” is a term we hear often in other fields. For the successful cattleman, it is not a key to building the foundation of a long-term operation. The breeders in our association who have been selling bulls for half a century or more, have a keen understanding of terms like loyalty, satisfaction and performance. Repeat

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Quality and Loyalty Are the Bedrock of Successful Marketing customers are the bedrock of any producer who understands the logistics of successful marketing. Loyalty is an important factor and successful breeders understand the fact that not only is it important to have a relationship with those who support their program, it’s also important not to take them for granted and to constantly focus on progressive eﬀorts to deliver a superior product to go along with the relationship between buyer and seller. And it doesn’t hurt to let the buyers know what you are doing to provide them with dividends. In September, I attended my first National Convention. I arrived on Monday and at that point, the legends I anticipated meeting were only names, By the end of the week, they were also faces and new friends.

Our strategic plan has several critical elements and one of those is the creation of relationships between our staﬀ and our producers and between those involved in the business. Sure, it’s about the cattle, but never forget

“One of those factors setting Red Angus breeders apart is that they are more invested in the success of their buyers than they are in the success of their own program.” it’s also about the people. The Red Angus staﬀ are famous for being willing to help with any question re-

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gardless of whether it is part of their primary assignment. Our association has made it a priority that the relationship between our staﬀ and our breeders is the highest priority. The Board of Directors have made it a priority to recognize the value of fostering relationships among those who share a common interest in Red Angus. At the starting line, everybody has a cow and a bull. What makes the diﬀerence at the finish line are the value-added factors – the things we focus on with our strategic plan. One of those factors setting Red Angus breeders apart is that they are more invested in the success of their buyers than they are in the success of their own program. In the end, it all comes around.

Pasture-to-Plate, Blockchain and Beef by Nate Smith, General Manager When we hear the word “technology” associated with the beef industry, most of our minds go to things like DNA testing, electronic identification (EID) and, most recently, genetic editing. Those are new technologies designed to help ensure the efficient production of a high-quality meat product. This is done for consumers that demand quality, yet are becoming more removed from where and how their food is being produced. While efficient food production has been the main focus for us, a growing segment of consumers want to know how that food is produced. One of the newest technologies can help answer the “how” question – blockchain. After first hearing about blockchain technology two years ago, it seems to regularly come up as the next “big thing” in the beef business. While we discuss this technology at industry events, it still leaves many of us with questions like: • What is blockchain and how could it affect my operation? • Where is my compensation for doing my part in making it successful? Anytime we can share knowledge on a new technology, it helps promote understanding and may help answer questions others have as well. So here is a brief explanation of what blockchain is and the basics of how it may work in the future. One of the simplest ways one industry partner explained blockchain to me is that it is a “digital ledger” managed by a non-biased third party. This digital ledger will track animals from their origin (cow-calf ranches) through to the consumer. Throughout this digital ledger, relevant product information is collected, entered and stored digitally on the same electronic platform as that animal makes its way through the supply chain to the consumer. This 10,000-foot view helps explain the premise

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around blockchain as an information-sharing platform, but it leaves out what information is shared and who has access to it. The assumption is that producers at any level would add basic information such as origin, health programs, genetic information and marketing information to the digital ledger. That usually brings forth two more questions: 1) Why record this data? 2) And, who has access to it? To answer the first question, look at the last sentence of the previous paragraph. What do all those things have in common when marketing a product? They help determine value to other segments of the supply chain. With blockchain, this data is stored in a protected, but sharable way. For the second question, the data is stored and managed by a third party that plays gatekeeper of all information. The gatekeeper will protect all submitted information and allow access to the producer who supplied it, as well as to those further down the supply chain who are approved to access it. That may include a customer in a grocery store willing to pay more to know where that steak came from, or in the other direction, a cow-calf producer requesting carcass results from a packer. There’s a lot of information to take in and digest when it comes to blockchain. One of the main points is that the data, whether regarding health, performance or genetics, is now one of the main contributors to a beef product’s value in the supply chain. As we move into the future, we will see more tools like blockchain develop to assist in capturing the value of the practices most producers already do. They just had no way of standardizing and leveraging it to all members of the supply chain. If you want to learn more, study how blockchain is being used in the vegetable industry. Hopefully, this article has helped shine some light on blockchain in the beef industry and how it may look going forward. The industry is making advancements quicker than ever before. Many of the technologies we have already adopted have allowed us to do what we are passionate about more eﬀectively and eﬃciently, while being stewards of this great land and feeding the world.

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Position your ranch for proƤtability with Red Angus-sired calves. BADLANDS RED ANGUS Bill Ceynar • Arnegard, ND 701/586-3435 • 701/570-4578 badlandsredangus@gmail.com

BARENTHSEN-BULLINGER RED ANGUS Mark & Kathy Barenthsen Jeremy & Jessica Bullinger Powers Lake, ND • bbredangus.com 701/464-5741 • 701/339-1834 701/464-4893 mkbar@nccray.com • jbullinger@nccray.net

BAUMAN RED ANGUS

Dave, Kathy, Wayde & Jake Bauman Linton, ND • bb.ranch@hotmail.com 701/336-7201 • 701/321-1994

BRADEMEYER FARMS Mike Brademeyer • Verona, ND 701/742-2598 • 701/710-0445 kbrademeyer@drtel.net

DIAMOND C ND

L83 LODOEN RANCH

DK RED ANGUS

LARSON’S LOST RIVER LIVESTOCK

Chase Furstenau • Cavalier, ND 701/520-0671 chasefurstenau@gmail.com www.diamondcnorthdakota.com Scott Kuefﬂer • Grenora, ND 701/694-3620 • 701/641-0519 redangus@nccray.com

DUKART ANGUS RANCH Derrick or Angie Dukart, Manning 701/573-4324 • 701/260-2422 ddukart@ndsupernet.com www.dukartangusranch.com

FORSTER RED ANGUS Kenneth Forster • Richardton, ND 701/974-2450 • 701/290-2450 forsterredangus@yahoo.com www.forsterredangus.com

GRASSY MEADOW RANCH

Sidney & Melva Brenner • Carson, ND 701/522-3335 • 701/471-9135

David & Karissa Daws Michigan, ND • 701/270-1524 grassymeadowranch@gmail.com

BROKEN HEART RANCH

HEART RIVER RANCH

BRENNER ANGUS

SCHRIEFER RANCH LLC

Ben Lodoen • Westhope, ND 701/201-0477 lodoencattle@gmail.com lodoencattle.com

Marc, Jodi, Riley, Cheyenne & Cassi Schriefer • Golden Valley, ND 701/870-4292 • 701/879-2609 marcjodi@icloud.com schrieferredangus.com

David Larson • Clearbrook, MN 218/766-3323 david.larson.lrl@gmail.com www.lostriverlivestockmn.com

SEEGER & RUSCH RED ANGUS Brandon & Dixie Rusch New Salem, ND 701/843-7191 • 701/226-5479 701/426-9443 ruschvet@gmail.com seeger-ruschredangus.com

LAZY D RED ANGUS

John & Sara Berg / Cody Berg NW Williston, ND 701/826-4211 • 701/826-4231 701/570-9788 • 701/570-0730 lazydredangus@yahoo.com

SEVERANCE RED ANGUS

Brian & Mary Severance • Palermo, ND 701/862-3681 • 701/898-3681 redcows@restel.net

LELAND RED ANGUS

Melvin & Luella Leland Todd & Carla Leland • Sidney, MT 701/565-2347 • 406/489-1466 lelandra@restel.net lelandredangus.com

SPUR M RED ANGUS

Doug & Darcy McGee • Bowman, ND 701/523-3635 • 701/523-6086 ddmcgee@ndsupernet.com spurmredangus.com

MISSOURI RIVER RED ANGUS

TNT SIMMENTAL & RED ANGUS Kevin & Lynette Thompson • Almont, ND 701/843-8454 • 701/391-1631 www.tntsimmentals.com

NAMKEN RED ANGUS

TURTLE RIVER CATTLE CO.

Gary & Chad Pederson • Firesteel, SD 605/865-3190 • 605/850-9878 bhrredangus@lakotanetwork.com www.pedersonbhr.com

Chuck & Annette Steffan • Belﬁeld, ND 701/575-8145 • 290-9745 • 260-4630 heartrivergenetics@yahoo.com

Blake & Whitney Wold • Watford City, ND 701-770-4105

HUBER EY RED ANGUS

CAMPBELL RED ANGUS

Bryan & Emmy Huber • Jud, ND 701/685-2687 • 701/320-8054 emmy@drtel.net www.hubereyredangus.com

Jared Namken • Lake Norden, SD 605/881-3845 jarednamken@hotmail.com www.namkenredangus.com

Ron & Ryan Clemetson • Grand Forks, ND 701/739-0639 • 701/739-6407 trreds@hotmail.com

NORDLUND STOCK FARMS LLC

Sam Twedt • McHenry, ND 701/262-4768 • 701/388-4035 twedtredangus@hotmail.com www.twedtredangus.com

Robert Campbell • McIntosh, SD 701/422-3721 • 605/845-4812 campbellra@westriv.com www.campbellredangus.com

CARAWAY RED ANGUS RANCH Jon Caraway • Lake Benton, MN 507/530-3166 • 308/325-2712 info@carawayredangus.com carawayredangus.com

CARGO STOCK FARM

Seth, Laci, Dylon, Preston, Ritch Cargo Arnegard, ND 701/586-3010 • 701/537-3320 cargostockfarm@RTC.coop badlandsgeneticsplus.com

DAHL LAND & CATTLE CO. Jeff Dahl • Gackle, ND • 701/485-3762 jldahl@daktel.com • www.dahlcattle.com

DAHLKE RED ANGUS

Bryantt Bolduc /Arlan Dahkle Bagley, MN • dahlkeredangus.com 218/533-0259 • 218/556-5896 dahlkeranch@gvtel.com

JACOBSON RED ANGUS Gary & Val Jacobson • Hitterdal, MN 218/962-3360 • 701/361-3189 gjrangus@feltontel.net www.jacobsonredangus.com

Mike & Sam Norlund Clearbrook, MN • 701/799-0943 nordlundstockfarm@gvtel.com www.nordlundstockfarms.com

TWEDT RED ANGUS

VALNES RANCH RED ANGUS

OHR RED ANGUS

KAL-KOTA RANCH

Ed Kalianoff • Steele, ND 701/475-2694 • 701/471-4006 kalkota@bektel.com

Edward, Jeanne & Carl Olson Argusville, ND 701/484-5779 • 701/238-3601 olsoncandc@aol.com

Emit Valnes • Eden, SD 605/698-6596 • 605/228-8857 valnesranch@hotmail.com valnesranch.com

KOESTER RED ANGUS

PRESSER RED ANGUS Troy Presser • Turtle Lake, ND 701/447-2855 • 701/220-0189 tpresser@westriv.com

Chris & Jolyn Wasem • Halliday, ND 701/938-8365 • 701/260-1513 jolyn.wasem@gmail.com wasemredangus.com

RESSLER LAND & CATTLE

WEST BRANCH RANCH

Steve & Tracey Koester • Steele, ND 701/475-2736 • 701/400-1611 koester@bektel.com www.koesterredangus.com

KUHN’S RED ANGUS James & Stephanie Kuhn Napoleon, ND 701/332-6378 • 701/426-6921 kuhnsredangus.net

Mark or Bryan Ressler • Binford, ND 701-789-0191 • 701-789-7294 contact@resslerlandandcattle.com www.resslerlandandcattle.com

WASEM RED ANGUS

Greg Bailey • Baldwin, ND 701/255-2424 funditos2@gmail.com

Watch for more exciting events in North Dakota! Nov. 15 Dec. 4 Dec. 8 Dec. 10 Dec. 11

Bichler Simmentals and Red Angus, Ranch Dukart Ranch, Ranch Gill Red Angus, Ranch NDRAA Annual Meeting and Banquet NDRAA Select Sale, Kist Livestock, Mandan

Website: ndredangus.com • Facebook: North Dakota Red Angus Association

ND Red Angus Association President: Scott Kuefﬂer Vice President: Sam Twedt Immediate Past Pres.: Jodi Schriefer Directors: Ryan Clemetson,

Bryan Ressler, Annette Steffan & Chris Wasem Sec./Treas.: Karissa Daws 701/270-1524 ndredangusassociation@gmail.com

Member News Pederson Named Stockmen’s Association Honorary Member Hesperus, Colo., native Lisa Pederson has been an NDSA member and a beef industry expert for more than 20 years. Pederson was born and raised in the high-mountain desert country of southwestern Colorado. Livestock production has always been a part of her life. She is the fourth generation raised on her family’s diversified livestock operation. “I was raised by two parents who were the model of servant leaders,” Pederson said, attributing her early love of and passion for the agriculture industry and working with others to her parents, Brice and Phyllis Lee. “They taught me to give more than you take and try to be a leader

by giving back. I live by the example they set,” Pederson said. Pederson attended college at Colorado State University, receiving bachelor’s degrees in agricultural business and animal science and a master’s degree in farm and ranch management and livestock production. In 1999, Pederson began her duties as North Dakota’s Beef Quality Assurance specialist, making her responsible for all BQA programming in the state. Pederson was instrumental in building North Dakota’s program from the ground up and establishing an educational program for the cowcalf producer. While the program has evolved over the years, the goals have stayed the same: to enhance the reputation and promotion of North Dakota beef by assuring the production of a consistently wholesome and healthy product. The educational

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program is a joint eﬀort funded by NDSU Extension and the North Dakota Beef Commission. Since the institution of the program, more than 50 percent of the state’s beef producers have been BQA certified. The certification provides producers with information to help them improve their management practices, which allows them to increase the market value of their cattle and instills confidence in the beef industry. For Pederson, that means working with producers on issues such as improving carcass quality, using better cattle-handling techniques and protecting their herds through the use of herd health practices. “I love teaching,” Pederson said. “I think it’s the best part of my job. That’s why I keep doing this. It’s because I get to work with the greatest producers, the greatest Extension agents, the greatest veterinarians and allied industry partners every day and involve them all in a really good educational program.” Along with her duties as the state’s BQA specialist, she is also a livestock specialist based out of the NDSU Central Grasslands Research Extension Center in Streeter, North Dakota. Lisa and her husband Chad, along with his family, operate Pederson’s Broken Heart Ranch near Firesteel, South Dakota, and raise registered and commercial Red Angus cattle and registered Quarter Horses. They have a 9-year-old daughter, Bricelyn. “Lisa Pederson has made a significant contribution to the state’s beef cattle industry,” said NDSA President Jeﬀ Schafer. “She has been very helpful to the state’s beef industry since she launched the BQA program in North Dakota, which she has built into a valuable resource. She is very deserving of this award.”

Sale Reports

Your bull sale date is NOT

Bradley Cattle & Hankins Farms Fall Colors Sale October 2, 2021 Republic, Missouri Auctioneer: Cody Lowderman 1 Bull ............................................................$5,600 9 Open Heifers ............................................$3,266 12 Bred Heifers ...........................................$4,833 1 Fall Open Heifer ......................................$1,700 1 Fall Calving Pair ......................................$5,200 The high-selling bred heifer was Lot 39, a March 23, 2020, daughter of ROJAS TR Chivas 17109. She sold to Aces Wild Ranch, Weatherford, Texas, for $8,250. Lot 38, a March 31, 2020, daughter of TMAS Mr Trump 8728 F ET, sold to Explosive Cattle Co., Hollister, Missouri, for $7,500. Lot 36, a Feb. 2, 2020, daughter of Damar Next D852, sold to Explosive Cattle Co., Hollister, Missouri, for $7,250. The high-selling open heifer was Lot 29, a March 1, 2021, daughter of ROJAS TR Chivas 17109. She sold to Aces Wild Ranch, Weatherford, Texas, for $7,750.

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Rob Brawner

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Welcome to our Newest RAAA Members! Area 1 –West Director – George Murdock AMBER CUMMINGS 2730 JUNIPER AVE MORRO BAY, CA 93442 RUTHERFORD LIVESTOCK EMILY RUTHERFORD 1130 GENESEO RD PASO ROBLES, CA 93446 LESKO LIVESTOCK JIM LESKO 2625 DRIFTWOOD DRIVE PAYETTE, ID 83661 TONY & GRACE NOE RANCH GRACE NOE 8903 FERRY ROAD MELBA, ID 83641 Area 4 – Southwest Director – Tony Ballinger HOPE BALL 2260 COUNTY RD 1415 BONHAM, TX 75418 GYLLING FARM AND HAY SHANE GYLLING 1928 VZ COUNTY ROAD 3103 EDGEWOOD, TX 75117

BETHANY HENRY 11071 QUINLAN NORTH LAKE DRIVE CONROE, TX 77303 LANGEMEIER LIVESTOCK JAMES LANGEMEIER 550 WILD COYOTE TR MARION, TX 78124 REGAN LAVALLEE 665 SPRINGDALE STREET VIDOR, TX 77662 VICTORIA MARKS 915 SPRUCE ST. VIDOR, TX 77662 G SQUARED HUNTER MILLS 1095 COUNTY ROAD 524 LIPAN, TX 76462 SARGENT FARMS KARLIE SARGENT 11190 COUNTY RD 4 STINNETT, TX 79083 HIS GRACE CATTLE GRACE TULLOS 891 FM 3188 TRINITY, TX 75862

TYLER TURNER 110 OAKLAND STREET VIDOR, TX 77662 Area 5 – Northern Plains Director – Stephanie Jung THOMFORDE ANGUS WAYNE THOMFORDE 41290 165TH AVENUE ZUMBROTA, MN 55992 GREGORY ROSELAND 609 W GARFIELD AVE GETTYSBURG, SD 57442 Area 6 – Great Plains Director – Jason Anderson FIKE LAND AND CATTLE GARY FIKE 11427 LOUX ROAD WESTMORELAND, KS 66549 CAMPBELL MARTIN CATTLE CAMPBELL MARTIN 13060 RIDGE RD BUCKLIN, KS 67834 KB FARMS KENSINGTON REED 34445 MISSION BELLEVIEW RD. LOUISBURG, KS 66053

WALKING K CATTLE PATRICK KROESE 711 FAIRWAY DRIVE MILFORD, NE 68405 HARVEY SCHWEITZER RED ANGUS HARVEY SCHWEITZER 166 COUNTY ROAD 1100 DORCHESTER, NE 68343 SIX E CATTLE CO. CHARLIE ENYART PO BOX 254 VINITA, OK 74301 PRAIRIE HULL FARMS CHARLIE PICKLE 16766 E680 RD DOVER, OK 73734 UNCLE DAVES FARM DAVID ZUMMALLEN 2151 164TH ST NE OKARCHE, OK 73762 Area 7 – Northeast Director – Rob Hess MAPLE GROVE FARM JAMES RAPP 123 SCHOOLHOUSE RD MIDDLETOWN, NY 10940

Red Angus Foundation Inc. (940) 387-3502 • Ext. 11 janet@redangus.org redangus.org/raﬁ Mail contributions to: 18335 E. 103rd Ave., Suite 202 Commerce City, CO 80022

Red Angus Foundation, Inc. exists to enhance our breed’s position within the beef industry and help secure long-term sustainable breed growth.

Semen for Sale! HUST CHIEF SEQUOYA R336 #1025756 Proven Calving-Ease Sire, Female Maker! $12/unit or $10/unit for 100 units or more

Thank you Jordan River Ranch for purchasing our cowherd after Shawn’s passing. CONTACT US TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION!

Allan Havick • (712) 235-1225 1225 900th St • Harlan, IA 51537 • rafterh@fmctc.com

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EMMA RHODEN 35230 ABBOT CHARLES RD SAN ANTONIO, FL 33576

ICE BROOK FARM MARIE VANDEMARK 118 HALSEYVILLE RD ITHACA, NY 14850

CASH OWEN 3231 SOUTH ST MARSHALLVILLE, GA 31057

BOB CLEMENTS 2098 JERICHO ROAD FLINT HILLS, VA 22627

ARNOLD O’REILLY 52 STIFF DEHAVEN LANE HARDINSBURG, KY 40143

Area 8 – Southeast Director – Jim Yance JACKSON CLEVELAND 48219 STATE HWY 79 BLOUNTSVILLE, AL 35031

WALTER STEELY PO BOX 378 SBREE, KY 42455

LEEANNA USSERY 209 COUNTY ROAD 692 ROANOKE, AL 36274

RAELEIGH KAYTE HICKS RAELEIGH HICKS P.O. BOX 699 LEAKESVILLE, MS 39451

J & L CATTLE JOHN ADAMS 189 KIRKLAND ROAD MCRAE, AR 72102 50 GATE FARMS DAVID JACKSON 603 NORTH DOGWOOD STREET SILOAM SPRINGS, AR 72761

WHITE HERON FARM GREG SANDERS 1651 MCALPIN ROAD CLINTON, MS 39056

ADELIA FARMS JEREMY KIRKPATRICK 615 HURD ROAD PROSPECT, TN 38477

HEAVEN’S GATE LIVESTOCK EATHAN CHANDLER 5664 NUTMEG RD CARTHAGE, MO 64836

Area 9 – Midwest Director – Stuart Gilbert BAYLOR HOFFMAN 242 NORTH FAYETTE STREET LAMONI, IA 50140

DEAN CLEMENS EDWARD DEAN CLEMENS PO BOX 75 ELDRIDGE, MO 65463

JUDE MOSER 2154 160TH ST LARCHWOOD, IA 51241

BAR 64 RED ANGUS LLC PHYLLIS GALBRAITH PO BOX 576 STEELVILLE, MO 65565

K&J REDS KEITH MOSER 2154 160TH ST LARCHWOOD, IA 51241

KEITH OR LORI HIRSCH KEITH HIRSCH 18328 W STATE HWY 90 SOUTH WEST CITY, MO 64863

JACE PETERSON 17843 AGENCY HEDRICK RD HEDRICK, IA 52563

BROOKE BRANTNER N3855 490TH ST. MENOMONIE, WI 54751

TY VAN VLIET 17843 AGENCY HEDRICK RD HEDRICK, IA 52563

17133 NW Co Rd 701 • Archie, MO 64725

816-807-6606 info@missouriredangus.com • www.missouriredangus.com Balancing Performance with Maternal !' . (- $. (-'. '$ '( ! + ,&##%&*,)+ + ,&"")&%#*)

Scott Bachman • (660) 247-1112

scott_bachman@yahoo.com www.bachmancattlefarms.com

17520 Hwy. JJ Chillicothe, MO 64601

Dan (913) 909-1912 Kay (816) 657-4655 Balanced & Proven Genetics www.lacysredangus.com

Red Angus Bulls • Heifers

Ken & Brenda Keesaman

Osborn,MO 64474 25 E. St. Joseph on Hwy. 36 (816) 675-2503

SPREUTELS FARM RED ANGUS Bulls & Females at Private Treaty Commercial Replacements

Rt. 2 Box 129A • Koshkonong, MO Wilbur, Elsie or Steve Spreutels (417) 867-5695 • (417) 867-5545

Seedstock • Semen • Embryos • Show Heifers & Steers

DENNIS ORY

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Leonard & Naomi Wood • (208) 263-5246 481649 Hwy 95 North • Sandpoint, ID 83864 • woodvxranch@aol.com

Ranch: (509) 657-3301 Cell: (509) 595-8131 LASOredangus@gmail.com Red Angus Genetics for Seed Stock Producers & Commercial Cattlemen

LORENZEN RANCHES P.O. Box 1519 Pendleton, OR 97801 (541) 276-6108 Larry Lorenzen RED ANGUS SINCE 1959

TODD STEGALL 3455 Grover Ave Colusa, CA 95932 tmstegall@gmail.com (530) 713-8755

John & Jennifer Menke 10935 Quartz Valley Rd. (530) 468-5341 Ft. Jones, CA 96032

Doug and Betty Dunn 9498 NE 9th St • Terrebonne, Oregon 97760 (541) 923-1705

Veril & Barbie Nelson 10387 Driver Valley Rd Oakland, OR 97462

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Recentlyy purchased Crump Red Angus Herd Bull Sale - March 5, 2022 Billings, Montana www.mccannredangus.com Lori McCann • 208-743-5517

SERAA

Southeast Red Angus Association www.seraa.org Ofﬁcers Lowell Morgan - President - 912-754-1445 - morganredangus@windstream.net Jeff Pettit - Vice President - 270-836-2963 - jp@noashconstruction.com Michelle Pettit - Secretary/Treasurer - 270-836-1651 - michelle@noashconstruction.com

Mercer Farms

Registered Red Angus Cattle since 1978 32237 Hwy 58 • Ten Mile, TN 37880 Sales: Steve Burnette – 865 804-8156 mercerfarms@gmail.com

Directors Johnnie Cundiff – 606-305-6443 Jim McLean – 770-595-3542 Tom Bell, II – 731-225-2490 Dr. David Evans – 256-490-7578 Chris B. Holloway – 662-213-1955 Tim Orr – 731-676-3133

Selling Red Angus and Sim-Genetics

MORE THAN A BULL SALE Third Saturday in March

BULLS & FEMALES OF FALL SALE Last Saturday in October

KC FARMS

Registered Red Angus Bulls and Heifers Contact us today for more information!

(540) 365-2697 kcfarmsva.com

Brian & Jessica Lance 1500 Walker Road Madison, GA 30650 706-781-8639 jessica@ironwillcattle.com

Jarvis Red Angus

12745 St. Rt. 181 N. Bremen, Kentucky (270) 525-3403 Registered 100% 1A CertiÀed Herd David • Sandra Chris • LaDonna davidandsandra65@bellsouth.net

FIVE OAKS FARM

Registered Red Angus Travis & Gail Giffey 931-260-1478 travis@5oaks.farm

Whitley Red Angus 1408 Co. Rd. 35 Horton, AL 35980 Breeding Red Angus since 1965! Henry, Jane, Jim, Kathy, Tim, James Ray & Natalie (205) 466-7612 • Tim Cell (205) 446-5090 tim@whitleyredangus.com

Bart, Sarah & Ty Jones • (615) 666-3098 466 Red Hill Road, Lafayette, TN 37083 mail@redhillfarms.net Gordon & Susan Jones • (270) 991-2663 www.RedHillFarms.net

McLean Red Angus Jim & Alynda McLean

206 Morningside Drive Alma, GA 31510 (912) 632-7985 • (770) 595-3542 mcleanredangus@aol.com - Registered Red Angus since 1970 -

Jim and Alvina Meeks, Owners 1986 Trinity Church Rd. • Gray Court, SC 29645 Raymond Prescott, Mgr. • (864) 981-2080 Visit our website at bullhillredangusranch.com

Osborn Red Angus 21053 AL HWY 251 Athens, Alabama (256) 679-6307 Email: dko2005@hotmail.com

FLAT CREEK FARMS

REGISTERED RED ANGUS

931-695-5575

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Building Better Beef Ken & Cheri Graves (307) 738-2247

PO Box 2913 • Harlowton, MT 59036

406-632-5598 Ƃscherredangus.com

2384 Barnum Rd. • Kaycee, WY 82639 Email: gravesredfork@rtconnect.net

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Amie & Teri Angelo (406) 288-8171 • angelocattleco@blackfoot.net 96 N Mullan Trail • Drummond, MT 59832

406-642-3487 www.sutherlinfarms.com

Bob (406) 855-3614 Jon (406) 581-7800 Chad (406) 740-0099

FISCHER RED ANGUS Ron & Esther Fischer

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Tim & Julie Shick

suthfarm@gmail.com Spooner Creek Lane • Stevensville, MT

P.O. Box 311 Lodge Grass, MT 59050

(406) 639-9112 • tjshick@dishmail.net

Bob & Julie Morton • Tom Morton 2435 Logan Trident Road • Three Forks, MT 59752 (406) 580-0348 • www.gmracattle.com Annual Bull Sale Third Tuesday in March Big Sky Elite Female Sale First Wednesday in December

Glacier Red Angus Harold, Pat & Chris Hughes 40126 Eli Gap Road • Polson, MT 59860 (406) 883-4654 • www.GlacierRedAngus.com

The Forbes Family 37 Beckton Dr. • Sheridan, WY 82801 (307) 674-6095 • Fax (307) 672-7281 Email: becktonwyo@gmail.com

Recentlyy purchased Crump Red Angus Herd Bull Sale - March 5, 2022 Billings, Montana www.mccannredangus.com Lori McCann • 208-743-5517

Garrett & Katelyn Knebel 9969 River Rd. • Bozeman, MT 59718 Garrett - (219) 508-2657 • Katelyn - (406) 580-9565 garrett.knebel@okstate.edu • “Bulls For Sale at All Times!”

MONTANA RED ANGUS ASSOCIATION email: MTRAASecretary@gmail.com

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in Big Sky Country! - We Focus on The Female -

1721 Plevna Rd. • Plevna, MT 59344 (406) 778-3819 • ketchum@midrivers.com

LUCHT RED ANGUS

Vic & Shari Westphal

Dave & Kay Klompien & Family 8129 Amsterdam Rd. Manhattan, MT 59741 (406) 282-7537 • Cell: (406) 581-4043 Email: klmpnra@gmail.com

FRITZ RED ANGUS 1542 Fritz Ranch Ln Joe & Heidi Fritz Brady, MT 59416 (406) 627-2374 fritzra@3rivers.net

RED ANGUS P.O. Box 72 Grass Range, MT 59032 • (406) 428-2179

Bozeman, MT • 406-570-7300 ldlucht@gmail.com www.luchtredangus.com

ROCK CREEK RED ANGUS Box 396, Joliet, Mt 59041 "Females & Bulls For Sale Year Round"

Charlie & Linda Lewis

(406) 962-3330

5175 Road 1026 Froid, Mt 59226 Andrew Johnson 406-489-3773 sandhill_reds@yahoo.com McKenzie Johnson 406-963-2200

www.sandhillredangus.com

Shepherd Red Angus Jim & Ginger Shepherd 3631 Maple Leaf Ave. Cody, Wyo. 82414 406-698-6657 • 307-578-8741 jsgshepherd@gmail.com - PRIVATE TREATY SALES -

MTRAA Ofﬁcers President: Chris Pierce – lostcreekreds@yahoo.com Vice President: Ryan Clark – diamondbarcattle@hotmail.com Secretary/Treasurer: Tena Ketchum – mtraasecretary@gmail.com

MTRAA Directors Corey Guenzler – corky@hotspingsmt.net Luke Larson - lukelarson51@gmail.com Tim Geib – geibtimothy@yahoo.com

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2021 Breeder Directory AREA 1 - West

Alaska • California • Hawaii Idaho • Nevada • Oregon Washington George Murdock, Director District 1 Breeders can be found on page 64

Chuck Feddes, Region A Director Kay Klompien, Director MT Breeders can be found on pages 66-67

Kerry and Debbie Sheaman

400 East Douglas Road • Fort Collins, CO 80524 (970) 493-7346 • Kerry.Sheaman@colostate.edu Maternal, Disposition, Calving Ease & Stayability Traits

Recentlyy purchased Crump Red Angus Herd Bull Sale - March 5, 2022 Billings, Montana www.mccannredangus.com Lori McCann • 208-743-5517 Dan Reardon Rocking R Red Angus www.RockingRRedAngus.com 970-729-2571 Dan@RockingRRedAngus.com

High Altitude Registered Red Angus

Scott & Connie Kuefﬂer Michala & Kirsti • Bonnie Kuefﬂer Box 187 • Grenora, ND 58845 701-694-3620 (h) • 701-641-0519 (c) redangus@nccray.com • www.dkredangus.net

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"We Breed Excitement"

Edward, Jeanne, Carl, Craig and Caryn 16068 24 St. SE • Argusville, ND 58005 Phone/Fax (701) 484-5779 www.olsonredpower.com

Robert and Kara • Harold • Robby W • McIntosh, SD 57641 5096 95th St. SW 701-422-3721 angus.com www.campbellredangus.com Producing Cattle That Perform For The Cattleman

Diamond C North Dakota

AREA 3 Rocky Mountain

AREA 4 - Southwest

Texas • New Mexico • Arizona

Utah • Colorado • Wyoming

Texas Breeders can be found on page 73

Aaron Kravig, Director

Tony Ballinger, Director

KRAVIG RED ANGUS Sound Udders – Great Dispositions Moderate Frames – Calving Ease – Excellent Growth www.kravigredangus.com h1: 719-446-5355 • h2: 719-446-5391 Karval, Colorado

AXTELL CATTLE COMPANY Brian and Jamie Jo Axtell PO Box 21 – Anton, CO 80801 970.383.2332 or 970.554.1132 www.axtellcattlecompany.com Follow us on Facebook!

Annual Sale in March

Chase and Tiffany Furstenau Cavalier, ND 701-520-0671 chasefurstenau@gmail.com www.diamondcnd.com

Forster Red Angus

“Cattle Working for You”

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Registered & Commercial Red Angus Will & P J Crockett • Hope, NM 575-703-5970 • 575-512-7225 www.crockett-ranch.com

AREA 5 - Northern Plains Minnesota North Dakota • South Dakota

Steve Koester, President Craig Bieber, Region Director Stephanie Jung, Director

Kenneth Forster & Family 8285 30th St, SW • Richardton, ND 58652 (701) 974-2450 • Cell (701) 290-2450 www.forsterredangus.com

Gary & Val

JACOBSON RED ANGUS Registered & Commercial Catttle Bulls & Heifers - Open & Bred

28280 75th Ave. N. (218) 962-3360 Hitterdal, MN 56552 Cell (701) 361-3189 www.Jacobson RedAngus.com

FLATIRON RED ANGUS 1A BULLS & HEIFERS

MAINTENANCE/FEED EFFICIENCY EXPERTS

Cory & Katy Johnson

5822 CR 23 • Veteran, WY 82243 Cory 307-575-0169 • Katy 307-575-2677 Kevin & Sallie Miller • 970-222-6094 kmiller@wigginstel.com Larry & Jean Croissant • 970-656-3545 Briggsdale, Colorado www.CroissantRedAngus.com

Annual Production Sale in March at the Ranch

Female Sale First Saturday in December Bull Sale Second Saturday in April Gary, Elaine, Tory & Tyler Sonstegard (320) 269-7290 (320) 226-2340 www.3scc.net

BROKEN HEART RANCH

12523 245th Ave Firesteel, SD 57633 (605) 850-9878 or (605) 865-3190 bhrredangus@lakotanetwork.com www.pedersonredangus.com

Joe, Cindy & Emily Frasier • Ronny & Kelsey Pope 45965 County Road 118 • Limon, CO • (719) 775-2790

www.solidrockredangus.com

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Mark & Kathy Barenthsen Jeremy & Jessica Bullinger 701-464-5741 701-464-4893 8815 81st St. NW, Powers Lake, ND

Jared and Lacey Namken Family • 605.881.3845 cell 45536 189th Street • Lake Norden, SD 57248 www.namkenredangus.com

Minnesota Red Angus Association

Contact MNRAA President Tyler Sonstegard – (320) 226-2340 Check out our website at: www.mnredangus.com

LAZY J BAR Ranch Red Angus

John & Stephanie Jung Family Mina, SD • (605) 380-1796 www.lazyjbarranch.com

Barenthsen BBRedAngus.com Bullinger Red Angus

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AREA 2 Montana

SHEAMAN RANCH

AREA 7 - Northeast

Emit & Jayme Valnes • Eden, South Dakota (605) 698-6596 • Cell (605) 228-8857 valnesranch@hotmail.com

DAHLKE RED ANGUS

Connecticut • Delaware • Indiana • Maine • Maryland • Massachusetts • Michigan New Hampshire • New Jersey • New York • North Carolina • Ohio • Pennsylvania Rhode Island • Vermont • Virginia • West Virginia Rob Hess, Director

CEDAR HILL FARM …suppliers of profitable, low maintenance, high performance genetics

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Steven Harris, DVM 4720 Wrights Mill Road Trappe, MD 21673 410-924-3905 www.wmfredangus.com

AREA 6 - Great Plains

Rob & Amy Hess Hershey, PA 717-821-1782 bowcreekbeef.com

Kansas • Nebraska • Oklahoma

Nebraska Breeders can be found on page 73 Kansas Breeders can be found on page 71

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Jason Anderson, Director

Steve & Amy Weinreich 443-465-2959 Emma Kate Foster 443-257-5061 5224 Faraway Dr. Felton, PA 17322 crossroadscaƩle@gmail.com

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RANDY & PAULA - (580) 829-3150 CODY & MEGAN - (405) 880-4587 CASEY & TRACY - (520) 906-8509

www.mcmurphyfarms.com

AREA 8 - Southeast

Alabama • Arkansas • Florida • Georgia • Kentucky Louisiana • Mississippi • Tennessee • South Carolina

Jim Yance, Director Jeff Pettit, Region C Director SERAA Breeders can be found on page 65

Red Angus Magazine Breeder Directory

Contact us today for more information! Arlan Dahlke • Bagley, Minnesota (218) 694-6727 • (218) 556-5896 www.DahlkeRedAngus.com

WRIGHTS MILL FARM RED ANGUS

Registered Red Angus

AREA 9 - Midwest

(918) 473-6723 Route 4 Box 520 Fax (918) 610-0016 Checotah, OK 74426 Email: jjeffriescattleco@lakewebs.net

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Contact Tracey Koester at tracey@redangus.org

Iowa • Illinois • Missouri • Wisconsin

Stuart Gilbert, Director Missouri Breeders can be found on page 63

ROUSE RED ANGUS Gene Rouse 515-231-9129 Dan Bormann 515-520-7707 53966 290th St. • Huxley, IA 50124 www.rouseredangus.com email: rousefam@huxcomm.net

Annual Power of the Reds Sale Last Saturday of March

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641-919-0196 Stockport, Iowa

JUDY LOONAN (641) 322-3921 • 1724 Holly Ave. • Corning, IA 50841 Located 75 mi. east of Omaha, NE, in the hills of Southwest Iowa

www.graystonecattleco.com

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Foreign Breeders

Sales & Services CK CK Sonny Sonny Booth Booth - Auctioneer -

P.O. Box 1172 Miami, OK 74355 Cell (918) 533-5587 smbooth_1995@yahoo.com

ROGER JACOBS

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Auctioneer P.O. Box 270 Shepherd, MT 59079 (406) 373-6124 Home (406) 698-7686 Ofﬁce (406) 373-7387 Fax

CANADA’S ANGUS MAGAZINE Box 177 • Stavely, AB TOL 1Z0 Canada Phone: (403) 549-2234 • Fax (403) 549-2207 Email: office@angusworld.ca

Joel Birdwell Auctioneer

HC 64 Box 29 Kingﬁsher, OK 73750 Home (405) 375-6630 Mobile (405) 368-1058 Digital Marketing – Graphic Design Websites/Social Media – Photography Videography – Advertising Sale Management – Event Planning Katrina Lautenschlager katrina@rancherprofiles.com 509-592-7664 rancherprofiles.com

KYLE GILCHRIST Livestock Auctioneer 14075 120th Street • Douds, IA 52551

Cell: (641) 919-1077 www.redcows.net Dedicated to the Red Angus breed since 1973!

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“Always With the Best Cattle…Always” DEICHMANN LIVESTOCK BROKERAGE

• Sale Management • Auctioneer • Livestock Brokerage Dan Deichmann (406)423-5500 (406)799-5200 Hobson, MT 59452 • deichman@mtintouch.net

Justin B. Stout

AUCTION SERVICE

15508 Woodward St. . Overland Park, KS 66223

(913) 645-5136 jbs5356@hotmail.com Making your program stronger, one sale at a time.

Bo ok ing Pr od uc tio n Sa les 20 19 Purebred & Commercial & Be yo nd Livestock Auctioneer 406-366-0472

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309-313-2171 Macomb, IL 61455 lowdermanauctionoptions.com

www.KansasRedAngus.org Tim Flaming 620-382-4894

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FLAMING LIVESTOCK CO. REGISTERED RED ANGUS 465 170th • Hillsboro, KS 67063 620-367-8350 hm

FAYLOR RED ANGUS

SINCE 1975 • PRIVATE TREATY SALES Dwight (785) 298-3463 • Dale (785) 298-3251 St. Francis, Kansas

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2346B N Road • Strong City, KS 66869 Joe Mushrush (620) 273-8581 • Daniel Mushrush (620) 340-9774

Annual Sale Third Friday in March

HARMS PLAINVIEW RANCH Mark and Kim Harms WK 6W Ć /LQFROQYLOOH .6 Ć KSUEXOOV#WFWHOFR QHW 5HG $QJXV $QJXV &KDURODLV

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Simmental • SimAngus Red Angus Private Treaty Bulls Dustin Pelton 620-285-5465 Lynn Pelton 620-285-9934 Burdett, KS

Ed Durst Mobile: (785) 541-0248

Jennifer Durst Mobile: (785) 541-0545 Morrowville, Kansas

Darryl & Susie Rhodes 3932 N. Sage Ct. Maize, KS 67101 Phone: (316) 722-6900 Cell: (316) 648-8310 rhodesredangus2@gmail.com

www.rhodesredangus.com Registered & Commercial Red Angus

H & F Red Angus Cattle Bred Replacement Heifers Abilene, Kansas Brian- 785-479-6048 Daryl-785-479-0536 www.hfredanguscattle.com “Bred with You the Cattleman in Mind”

HOFT RED ANGUS 18 mo.& 2 yr. old Registered Bulls No feed ration, range tested, hard ‘n ready Commercial Bred Heifers in the fall 5LFN 3ߕXJKRHIW ‫( ڞ‬OOVZRUWK .6 ‫ ڞ‬

Ramsdale Reds KEVIN & MARY ANN KNIEBEL 428 S. 2600 Road • White City, KS 66872 (785) 349-2821 • Fax (785) 349-2822 Email: kniebel@tctelco.net www.Kcattle.com

“Red Angus since 1964”

John & Dan Ramsdale 780 S.E. 130 Ave. • Murdock, KS 67111 (316) 542-3297 • (620) 532-6060

Visit our website to locate a breeder near you!

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Calendar of Events November

Trusted Buyer, Growing Demand

1 5 6 6 6 6 8 11 13 13 13 13 13 15 15-17 16 18 20 22

Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for December Red Angus Magazine Kniebel Cattle Co. Bull Sale, White City, KS Brands of Recognition Sale All Breeds Bull Sale, Columbia, TN Bet On Red Sale, Reno, NV Red Tie Event, Chillicothe, MO “The Andras Kind” Red Angus Female Sale, Manchester, IL Smoky Y Ranch Inaugural Fall Production Sale, Oakley, KS Bieber Fever Fall Female Sale, Leola, SD Cedar Hill Farms & JYJ Red Angus Sale, Jane Lew, WV Females of Fall Red Angus Sale, Albany, WI Leachman Fall Harvest Sale, Ft. Collins, CO Ludvigson Stock Farms Fall Herdbuilder Bull Sale, Shepherd, MT Reds On The Prairie, Brookings, SD Bichler Simmentals & Red Angus, Linton, ND Ludvigson Stock Farms & LN Cattle Co. Complete Dispersion, Sheperd, MT Six Mile Ranch Genetic Focus “Expanded Edition,” Fir Mountain, SK, Canada K2 Fall Female Sale, Wheatland, WY Quality Genetics Red Angus, Van Horn, TX Lautenschlager & Sons Fall Female & Bull Sale, Othello, WA

December 1 1 2 3-5 4 4 8 11 17-19 18

Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for January Red Angus Magazine Big Sky Elite Female Sale, Logan, MT Kravig Red Angus Fall Age-Advantaged Bull & Female Sale, Burlington, CO Young Stockman Program, Missouri Dukart Ranch, Manning, ND Sonstegard Cattle Co. Female Sale, Montevideo, MN Gill Red Angus Fall Bull & Female Sale, Timber Lake, SD ND Red Select Sale, Mandan, ND Calvo Family Red Angus Online Female Sale, DVAuction Best of Both Worlds, Hutchinson, MN

January 1 1 2 8 17 24 29 30

Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for February Red Angus Magazine Red Revolution Frozen Genetics, Oklahoma City, OK Red Revolution Live Animal Sale, Oklahoma City, OK Orton Ranch Red Angus, Bassett, NE Rhodes Red Angus Ranch, Faulkton, SD Bullis Creek Ranch “Generations of Predictability 22,” Wood Lake, NE Red Angus Showcase Sale, Ft. Worth, TX FWSS Regional Red Angus Show, Ft. Worth, TX

February 1 1 3 17 19

Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for March Red Angus Magazine Twedt Red Angus, McHenry, ND K2 Red Angus Winter Bull & Female Sale, Wheatland, WY OHR Red Angus & Hereford, Argusville, ND Flittie, Schnabel & Lazy J Bar Ranch, Aberdeen, SD

IS YOUR SALE MISSING IN THE LIST ABOVE? Get it on the Red Angus calendar today! Submit your date at: https://bit.ly/RAAASubmitSale 72

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NEBRASKA RED ANGUS

ADAMS ANGUS RANCH Quality & Performance Since 1965 Registered Bulls, Heifers and Bred Cows Available

Scott C. & Patty Adams • (308) 750-7949 78250 464th Ave • Litch¿eld, NE 68852

www.nebraskaredangus.com

Austin Schweitzer Schweitzer Red Angus "Improving Our Herd to Beneﬁt Yours!"

Milford, NE 68405 • 402-641-8275 schweitzerredangus.com

FICK RED ANGUS Inman, NE • Visitors Welcome!

ED (402) 394-5489

DOUG Balance from (402) 394-5486 Start to Finish! (402) 340-9910

www.ﬁckredangus.com Annual Bull Sale in March

Rob Brawner

HC 68 Box 1 Wood Lake, NE 69221 Phone/Fax (402) 967-3060

Scott & Kim Ford

SCHULER red-angus

Red Angus & Composite Seedstock 308.262.0306 • Bridgeport, NE schulerredangus.com

Pieper Red Angus

www.crossdiamondcattle.com

CHOAT

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Mark and Deb Pieper (308) 638-4557 HC 70 Box 13 • Hay Springs, NE 69347

(308) 876-2211 Bertrand, NE 68927

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Cattle Company St. Edward, NE Wayne & Jody Choat • 402-678-3439 Dave & Kathy Stodola • 402-981-1586

TEXAS RED ANGUS ASSOCIATION www.TexasRedAngus.org CHIEFLINE RED ANGUS Mark E. Harbin 3955 Co. Rd. 314 Jarrell, TX 76537 harbinredangus.com

Home: 254-527-4650 Mobile: 512-413-0384 Fax: 254-527-3475

Mark & Celia Miller Rt. 1 Box 9 • Abernathy, TX 79311 (806) 328-5210 • Email: mfmrraider@aol.com “Your source of foundation pure Chieﬂine Genetics”

Judy Kay Ferguson Kyley DeVoe 214-536-6902 940-367-4708 judykay@3klandandcattle.com kyley@3klandandcattle.com Justin, Texas • 3klandandcattle.com

KOLLE RED ANGUS

Red Angus Seedstock Supplier Since 1964 Age-Advantage Bull Sale the First Wednesday of October Miles, Texas • 325.468.2390 info@halfmannredangus.com HalfmannRedAngus.com

R.A. Brown Ranch Donnell & Kelli Brown Throckmorton, Texas (940) 849-0611

www.RABrownRanch.com 150 Bulls & 100 Females offered every October

TRIPLE CREEK RANCH

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The Sieberts - Kim, Lindy, Samantha & Kendall 108 Road 3 • Henderson, NE 68371 (402) 723-4376 • Email: sdiamond@telcoweb.net website: sdiamondangus.com

Ross A & Lane Knott

P.O. Box 43 • Petersburg, NE 68652 Home (402) 386-5411 Work (402) 386-5297 Cell (402) 843-8726

BULLIS CREEK RANCH

961 N. FM 444 Inez, TX 77968

REGISTERED RED ANGUS & ANGUS PLUS

Jim Kolle (361) 550-5045 • jakolle@tisd.net

Tim Head

Bobbe McClure

Bulls, Cows & Heifers – All Ages

One of the largest herds in the South – Rockwall, TX

Ty Davenport, DVM (972) 948-0332 tydavenportdvm@hotmail.com Tim Salazar, Mgr. (254) 644-8529

P.O Box 1380 Van Horn, TX 79855

(432) 284-9664 REGISTERED RED ANGUS qgra@hughes.net

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Advertiser Index 3K Land & Cattle Co. ................................. 73 5L Red Angus ..................................... 39, 67 Aberdeen Angus World ............................. 70 ABS ............................................................. 5 Adams Angus Ranch................................. 73 ADM Cattle Nutrition ................................. 22 ADM Red Angus........................................ 66 Andras Stock Farm.................................... 74 Angelo Cattle Co........................................ 66 Axtell Cattle Co. ......................................... 68 Bachman Cattle Farms .............................. 63 Barenthsen-Bullinger Red Angus .............. 68 Beckton Red Angus............................... 3, 66 Beef Quality Assurance ............................. 41 Bieber Red Angus ....................................... 7 Big Sky Elite Female Sale ..................... 16,17 BIM Red Angus ......................................... 69 Birdwell, Joel ............................................ 70 Bola Red Angus .................................. 61, 73 Booth, CK Sonny ....................................... 70 Bovine Elite LLC ........................................ 33 Bow Creek Farm & Cattle .......................... 69 Bowles J5 Reds ........................................ 67 Brickhouse Farms ..................................... 63 Brylor Ranch ............................................. 70 Bull Hill Ranch .......................................... 65 Bullis Creek Ranch .................................... 61 Bullis Creek Ranch .................................... 73 C-T Red Angus .............................. 67, 16, 17 Calvo Family Red Angus ..................... 25, 29 Campbell Red Angus................................. 68 Cedar Hill Farm ................................... 42, 69 Chappell Red Angus .................................. 69 Chieﬂine Red Angus .................................. 73 Choat Cattle Co. ........................................ 73 Christensen Red Angus............................. 67 Clay Maxey Ford........................................ 18 Cow and Bull Matching Service................. 62 Crockett Ranch ......................................... 68 Croissant Red Angus ................................ 68 Cross Diamond Cattle Co. ................... 73, 75 Crossroads Cattle Co. ............................... 69 D Cross Genetics ...................................... 71 D&D Cattle Co. .......................................... 73 Dahlke Red Angus..................................... 69 Daigger-Orr Red Angus ............................. 73 Deichmann Livestock Brokerage ............... 70 Diamond C North Dakota .......................... 68

Diamond H Ranch ..................................... 71 DK Red Angus........................................... 68 Double Eagle Ranch .................................. 64 Drovers ..................................................... 34 Evans Cattle Co. ........................................ 73 Explosive Cattle Co.................................... 65 Faylor Red Angus ...................................... 71 Feddes Red Angus .............................. 16, 17 Fick Red Angus ......................................... 73 Fischer Red Angus .................................... 66 Five Oaks Farm.......................................... 65 Flaming Livestock Co. ............................... 71 Flat Creek Farms ....................................... 65 Flatiron Red Angus.................................... 68 Forster Red Angus .................................... 68 Fritz Red Angus......................................... 67 Genex ........................................................ 27 Gibson Cattle Co. ...................................... 65 Gilchrist, Kyle ................................ 45, 47, 70 Gill Red Angus .................................... 36, 37 Gilreath Farms........................................... 64 Glacier Red Angus .................................... 66 Graystone Cattle Co. ................................. 69 Green Mountain Red Angus ........... 66,16, 17 H&F Red Angus Cattle............................... 71 Halfmann Red Angus ............................ 2, 73 Hansine Ranch .......................................... 19 Harbin Red Angus ..................................... 73 Harmony Hill ............................................. 66 Harms Plainview Ranch ............................ 71 Hoft Red Angus......................................... 71 Hueftle Cattle Co. ...................................... 73 Illinois Red Angus Assn. ........................... 69 Iron Will Cattle .......................................... 65 Jacobs, Roger ........................................... 70 Jacobson Red Angus ................................ 68 Jarvis Red Angus ...................................... 65 Jeffries Land & Cattle................................ 69 JYJ Red Angus.......................................... 42 K2 Red Angus ........................................... 26 Karr Farms ................................................ 69 KC Farms .................................................. 65 KK Farms .................................................. 63 Klompien Red Angus .................... 67, 16, 17 Kniebel Cattle Co. ...................................... 71 Koenig Ranch............................................ 66 Kolle Red Angus........................................ 73 Kravig Red Angus ............................... 40, 68

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Lacy’s Red Angus...................................... 63 Laubach Red Angus .................................. 66 Lautenschlager & Sons ....................... 15, 64 Lazy J Bar Ranch ...................................... 68 Leachman Cattle of Colorado .................... 35 Lee Agri-Media.......................................... 58 Leland Red Angus ............................... 11, 66 Loonan Stock Farm ................................... 69 Loosli Red Angus ...................................... 64 Lorenzen Ranches..................................... 64 Lost Creek Red Angus............................... 67 Lowderman, Cody ..................................... 70 Lowery, Matt ............................................. 70 Lucht Red Angus ...................................... 67 Ludvigson Stock Farms ................. Insert, 21 Maple Oaks Red Angus ............................. 63 MARS Red Angus ..................................... 67 McCann Red Angus ................ 57, 64, 66, 68 McDonald Red Angus ............................... 61 McLean Red Angus ................................... 65 McMurphy Farms...................................... 69 McPhee Red Angus................................... 64 Mercer Farms ............................................ 65 Milk Creek Reds ........................................ 67 Minnesota Red Angus Assn. ............... 45, 68 Mushrush Red Angus ............................... 71 Namken Red Angus .................................. 68 ND Red Angus Assn.................................. 59 ND Red Select Sale ................................... 51 Nelson Red Angus .................................... 64 OHR Red Angus ........................................ 68 Orton Ranch Red Angus ........................... 49 Ory’s 07 Red Angus .................................. 63 Osborn Red Angus .................................... 65 Ozark Hills Genetics .................................. 63 Peacock Angus Ranch .............................. 61 Pederson’s Broken Heart Ranch.......... 10, 68 Pelton’s Red Angus ................................... 71 Pieper Red Angus ............................... 13, 73 Plain Jan’s ................................................. 64 Quality Genetics ........................................ 73 Quartz Valley Red Angus ........................... 64 R.A. Brown Ranch..................................... 73 Rafter H Ranch.......................................... 62 Ramdsale Reds ......................................... 71 Rancher Proﬁles ....................................... 70 Red American Cattle.................................. 23 Red Angus Foundation, Inc. ...................... 62

Red Angus Society of Australia Inc. .......... 70 Red Cow Rally........................................... 32 Red Fork Red Angus ................................. 66 Red Hill Farms .................................... 65, 76 Redland Red Angus .................................. 66 Reds on the Prairie ................................... 45 Rhodes Red Angus LLC ............................ 71 Rhodes Red Angus Ranch ........................ 53 Rock Creek Red Angus ............................. 67 Rocking Bar H Ranch ................................ 64 Rocking R Red Angus ............................... 68 Rogers Cattle Co. ...................................... 63 Rouse Red Angus ..................................... 69 S Diamond Angus ..................................... 73 Sandbur Ridge Red Angus ........................ 73 Sandhill Red Angus................................... 67 Schuler Red Angus ................................... 73 Schweitzer Red Angus .............................. 73 Select Sires ................................................. 9 Sheaman Ranch ........................................ 68 Shepherd Red Angus ................................ 67 Shoal Creek Land & Cattle ........................ 63 Shobe, Kyle ............................................... 70 Smoky Y Ranch ........................................ 31 Solid Rock Red Angus .............................. 68 Sonstegard Cattle Co. LLC .................. 55, 68 Spreutels Farm Red Angus ....................... 63 Stegall Cattle Co. ....................................... 64 Stout, Justin B. ......................................... 70 Strauss Brands ......................................... 72 Sun River Red Angus ................................ 67 Sutherlin Farms......................................... 66 TJS Red Angus ......................................... 66 Triple Creek Ranch .................................... 73 Twedt Red Angus ...................................... 50 Valnes Ranch Red Angus .......................... 69 Veto Valley Farms ..................................... 65 VitaFerm/Gain Smart ................................. 54 Wedel Beef Genetics ................................. 71 Westphal Red Angus ................................. 75 Whitley Red Angus.................................... 65 Windrush Farm ......................................... 63 Woods V Bar X Ranch ............................... 64 WRAZ Red Angus ..................................... 70 Wrights Mill Farm Red Angus ................... 69

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1 p.m. 1 p.m. CDT CDT • At • At thethe Farm Farm

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November 2021 - Red Angus Magazine

Articles inside

Pasture-to-Plate, Blockchain and Beef - by Nate Smith

Quality and Loyalty are the Bedrock of Successful Marketing - by George Murdock

JRA Update - by Morgan Marlett

National Red Angus Convention - by Megan Underwood

Understanding Carcass EPDs and Influence on Carcass Prices - by Ryan Boldt

Member Services Bulletin - by Halla Pfeiff

Marketing Update - by Nolan Woodruff

Association Commentary - by Tom Brink

Board Commentary - by Steve Koester

High-Speed Genetics - by Macey Mueller

Blockchain: The Next Frontier in the Beef Industry - by Chessie Mitchell