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16 CED to 127 YW, .32 ADG (5%), .73 Marbling (7%)

$19,923 $Profit (2.5%), $99 $Ranch (4%)

Dam’s average progeny ratios: 112 weaning, 111 yearling, 112 REA

Semen $24; volume discounts

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5L Genuine 1603-195C x LSF Night Calver 9921W

18 CED to 121 YW, .31 ADG (6%), 1.02 Marbling (1%)

$21,196 $Profit (1.7%), $95 $Ranch (4%),

Dam’s average progeny ratios: 108 weaning, 112 yearling, 109 REA

Semen $24; volume discounts

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14 CED to 130 YW, 84 WW (5%), .88 Marbling (3%)

$19,278 $Profit (3%), $74 $Ranch (10%)

Dam’s average progeny ratios: 113 weaning, 112 yearling, 110 REA

Semen $24; volume discounts

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Board of Directors

PRESIDENT

Kyley DeVoe | Justin, Texas kyley@3klandandcattle.com

FIRST VICE PRESIDENT

AREA 4 DIRECTOR - SOUTHWEST

Tony Ballinger | Morgan Mill, Texas anthony.ballinger@adm.com

SECOND VICE PRESIDENT

AREA 7 DIRECTOR - NORTHEAST

Rob Hess | Hershey, Pennsylvania hessfarm@verizon.net

TREASURER

REGION C DIRECTOR

Jeff Pettit | Sebree, Kentucky jeff@diamondpcattle.com

AREA 2 DIRECTOR - MONTANA BOARD SECRETARY

Kay Klompien | Manhattan, Montana klmpnra@gmail.com

REGION A DIRECTOR

Keith Hickle | Auburn, Washington keith.a.hickle@gmail.com

REGION B DIRECTOR

Craig Bieber | Leola, South Dakota craig@bieberredangus.com

AREA 1 DIRECTOR - WEST

George Murdock | Pendleton, Oregon murdockcattle@gmail.com

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

AREA 8 DIRECTOR - SOUTHEAST

Jim Yance | Columbia, Alabama jim@jyjredangus.com

AREA 9 DIRECTOR - MIDWEST

Will Andras | Manchester, Illinois andras@irtc.net

Board Commentary

A Cattleman’s Stewardship

by Will Andras, Area 9 Director, Midwest

“… It is required in stewards that one be found faithful.” 1 Corinthians 4:2

This Scripture verse immediately pops to mind whenever the concept of stewardship is posited. Although the context of this verse is to encourage guardianship of the things of God, I think the truth of it has broader application.

What exactly is stewardship?

Stewardship is defined as the “responsible overseeing and protection of something considered worth caring for and preserving.”

I like that definition.

Our family has an interesting heritage. We’ve been in west-central Illinois since the 1830s. On our home farm stands a towering 115-year-old barn that once reigned as the largest, privately owned barn in in the state (though I haven’t seen the records to substantiate this). This barn was once a magnificent edifice. The hayloft has a full basketball court and can house 10,000 square bales. Suffice it to say that this barn is big.

Aside from its bale capacity, this barn has more to offer. It was constructed of solid oak from our family’s main pasture. A sawmill was set up in our timber pasture and trees were harvested and milled to construct this massive building with all the bells and whistles you’d imagine in an early-20th century barn.

Some of the butt boards are an inch thick and more than 2 feet wide, many are nothing short of magnificent. The hayloft floor joists are all full 2 feet by 12 feet rough-cut oak. To attempt to drive a nail into any board in this barn, without the aid of a pilot hole, is a fool’s errand. One thing is evident to me, our ancestors were workers.

Here’s the stewardship challenge …

This massive barn – though well-constructed – is slowly succumbing to rot. The weather, manure, years and moisture are taking their toll. Even since putting a metal siding shell around it, approximately 30 years ago, the rot has been difficult to stop. It has a leaky roof, rotting support beams and holey deteriorating loft floors. Rot is inching in from the top down, bottom up and outside in.

In addition to these challenges, this barn is home to narrow gates and a low ceiling (that prohibits skid steer access) to much of the stalling and calving areas. Although cleaning it out by pitchfork is possible, it isn’t much fun nor a good use of time … ask us how we know. My dad has forked it clean many more times than I have.

What is the right thing to do in a situation like this? How can we be good stewards of such a massive landmark in the area? How can we exercise stewardship of such an impressive heirloom? Is there wisdom in preserving a structure that has outlived its usefulness? The cost to repair and renovate this massive barn would cost far more than the cost to build a new, Clear-Span building with more square footage, better cleaning access and many more conveniences. The cost of demolition is likewise impertinent.

Board Commentary: A Cattleman’s Stewardship

Would we like to repair this barn and restore it to its original grandeur? Yes.

Do we have fond memories of hide-n-seek, bale forts and countless basketball games? Yes.

Would spending money to restore this barn be a wise stewardship move? No.

If money started raining from the sky and we could fix everything that’s broken or rotten, returning it to its former splendor, would we? That would be fantastic, but in the literal sense of the word – a fantasy.

So, what do we do?

I will tell you exactly what we’ve opted to do, as good stewards: to try to keep it maintained as best as we’re able, for as little financial outlay as possible, and try to keep rearranging chairs as this proverbial ship sinks.

Does this sound like good stewardship to you? Maybe not. But I can assure you that it is for us.

Will this behemoth barn outlive my dad? Yes. Will it outlive me? Yes. Will it outlive my son? Most likely.

Is this barn a landmark? Yes. Does it have emotional and historical value? Yes, at least to us.

Again, the question: What does a good steward do?

Passersby and historical junkies may assume that there is a bottomless pit of upkeep funds available. There’s not.

Even if there were state or federal funds to restore historical barns, is that fair to charge it to John Q. Taxpayer? No.

The fact is, many of us have this same issue. For us, it happens to be a big barn. For others, it might be a stately old farmhouse, plantation home, a silo or a Harvestore – or maybe it’s that old chore tractor or farm truck that runs, eh, most of the time.

In this business, income is finite, and expenses often feel infinite. This year is shaping up to be a good year in the cattle business. Not a great year, but a good year. All of us are going to sell cattle for more money per pound than we’ve ever received – all of us.

We’re also all going to spend more money on overhead, insurance, food, fuel and upkeep than we’ve ever spent in our lives –all of us. The need to understand and prioritize stewardship in this day is as important as ever.

The balance between cyclical income and the triage of expenses and need for infrastructural improvements on each operation is best left to your own kitchen table with your own family, I can’t help at all. But I can sell you a barn. //

to try to keep the

maintained as best as they are able, for as little financial outlay as possible.

Andras’ 115-year-old barn that once reigned as the largest, privately owned barn in in the state, is slowly succumbing to rot.

The Andras family has opted

barn

RAAA National Office

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RAAA National Staff

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Tom Brink

Ext. 4 | tombrink@redangus.org

DIRECTOR OF BREED IMPROVEMENT

Lindsay Upperman, Ph.D. Ext. 29 | lindsay@redangus.org

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Halla Ramsey Ext. 10 | halla@redangus.org

REDSPRO & REGISTRY SPECIALIST

Kaitlyn Fulmer Ext. 6 | kaitlyn@redangus.org

REDSPRO & REGISTRY SPECIALIST

Stephanie Essegian Ext. 26 | stephanie@redangus.org

DNA CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST

Ariana De La Garza Ext. 24 | ariana@redangus.org

DNA CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST

Julia Sanderson

Ext. 14 | julia@redangus.org

DNA CUSTOMER SERVICE SPECIALIST

Andi Inmon

Ext. 5 | andi@redangus.org

DATABASE AND REGISTRATION CONSULTANT

Kenda Ponder

Ext. 15 | kenda@redangus.org

DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

Kim Heller, Ph.D.

515-851-2019 | kim@redangus.org

PUBLISHER & ADVERTISING DIRECTOR

Tracey Koester

701-391-5440 | tracey@redangus.org

EDITOR & SOCIAL MEDIA COORDINATOR

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DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

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ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS

Katie Martin

Ext. 16 | katiemartin@redangus.org

SHOW SPECIALIST

Erin Dorsey

970-396-5420 | erin@redangus.org

ACCOUNTING DIRECTOR

Janet Russell

Ext. 11 | janet@redangus.org

MEMBERSHIP & ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

Dalli Hobbs

Ext. 7 | dalli@redangus.org

JUNIOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Taylor Dorsey

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RECEPTIONIST

Ext. 3 | receptionist@redangus.org

Association Commentary

Electronic Identification, Red Angus FCCP Update

by Tom Brink, RAAA Chief Executive Officer

This article contains two parts. The first will focus on the growing use of electronic identification among Red Angus commercial producers. The second provides an updated perspective on our Feeder Calf Certification Program and where we believe this program is headed in the future. Both topics relate to RAAA’s long-standing effort to bring value-improving identification to Red Angus and Red Angus-influenced feeder cattle and calves. No other breed identification program has been around longer or has tagged more calves than the Red Angus FCCP (widely known by its yellow tag) and its affiliated identification systems, Allied Access, Premium Red Baldy and American Red.

Part 1: Electronic Identification on the Rise

The trend toward increased EID use is evident within RAAA’s value-added programs. As illustrated in the accompanying chart, EIDs, either in the form of a stand-alone button tag or in combination with a dangle, represented less than 8% of total RAAA tag enrollments in 2013. Fast forward ten years to 2023, and that percentage had increased to 33.5%, with most of the growth occurring in the past five years. It would not be surprising to see this percentage approach 50% by 2025 or 2026.

EID use is on the rise for multiple reasons. For starters, it is a reliable form of animal identification. The loss rate on EID buttons is typically less than 2% during the first year after an animal is tagged. This percentage is substantially less than dangle or panel tags. EIDs can also make chute-side data collection more efficient on the ranch. There is some set up and initial expense involved, however, because time is money and knowledge is power, an increasing number of Red Angus producers have made the jump to EIDs to bolster their data collection efforts. No more clip boards or note pads, and no more struggling to keep up with records as cattle roll through the chute.

Association Commentary: Electronic Identification and a Red Angus FCCP Update

An additional EID value point is an increasing number of feedyards and packers have structured their systems to utilize this technology. They have done so according to their own data collection and cattle management needs.

Adams Land and Cattle, Broken Bow, Nebraska, is a great example of a cattle feeder that prefers to buy cattle already carrying EID tags. Adams, which is a valued Red Angus feeding partner, has unparalleled expertise in individual cattle management. EIDs are required to make the operation run effectively, and to return performance and carcass data back to producers from whom it purchases cattle.

Speaking of carcass data, Gregg Barfield of BlockTrust Network, College Station, Texas, RAAA’s blockchain collaborator, has been able to retrieve almost 1,200 Red Angus carcass records from FCCP-enrolled animals that were EID tagged.

Longer-term use of this EID-dependent technology should lead to a continual flow of carcass data being returned to specific cow-calf producers who annually enroll in FCCP and EID their calves.

If you would like to learn more about the benefits of electronic identification, contact any member of the RAAA marketing team.

Part 2: Getting FCCP Cattle Recognized as “Angus” RAAA members and Red Angus commercial producers understand that FCCP-tagged cattle are verified to be at least 50% Red Angus. Because Red Angus is a legitimate part of the overall Angus breed, these tagged cattle are indeed Angus. That is, so to speak, the scientific part of the argument.

Unfortunately, marketplace reality is that Red Angus are only included in Angus beef brands on a limited basis. Red Angus obviously needs greater Angus brand access.

Improving this situation is RAAA’s top priority. It will remain so until the problem is fixed. Our efforts are focused on getting FCCP-enrolled cattle recognized as Angus, and that means we need more tagged cattle available for packers to include in their Angus brands. Our work is not directed at red hides per se. Rather, we seek to positively reposition verified Red Angus cattle.

The good news is that packers big and small are Red Angus friendly. They are willing to work with us. However, they need a critical mass and steady flow of FCCP cattle to make their inclusion work. That is why we are encouraging as many Red Angus commercial producers as possible to enroll their 2024-born calves in FCCP. Stronger demand for our tagged cattle is on the way by 2025. Larger numbers of verified Red Angus are needed to support this demand. //

Red Angus Commercial Marketing Team and Value-Added Programs

DIRECTOR OF COMMERCIAL MARKETING

Kelly Smith

417-855-9461 | kelly@redangus.org

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF COMMERCIAL MARKETING

Rachael Oliver

406-480-1569 | rachael@redangus.org

COMMERCIAL MARKETING SPECIALIST Josh Taylor | josh@redangus.org 918-605-5139

COMMERCIAL MARKETING SPECIALIST Cory Peters | cory@redangus.org 402-418-2351

COMMERCIAL MARKETING SPECIALIST Taylor Ohlde | taylor@redangus.org 913-626-2715

VALUE-ADDED DEPARTMENT TEAM LEAD Jeananne Drouhard Ext. 18 | jeananne@redangus.org

VALUE-ADDED PROGRAMS SPECIALIST Lauren Weingardt Ext. 20 | laurenweingardt@redangus.org

ENROLL IN VALUE-ADDED PROGRAMS AND ORDER TAGS: tags@redangus.org 940-477-4593

Weekly Email Marketing Service of Feeder and Finished Cattle

The Red Angus show list informs feedyard managers, order buyers and other interested parties of Red Angus-influenced cattle. Producers can market feeder or finished cattle through this free service when selling through a sale barn, video auction or private treaty. The weekly show list is emailed to potential buyers through the Red Angus FeederFax email service. To upload information about cattle or to view cattle available, visit RedAngus.org/showlist.

To receive the weekly FeederFax marketing service that will highlight that week’s show list, please email tags@redangus.org.

Marketing Update Reflections on Stewardship and Sustainability

by Cory T. Peters, Commercial Marketing Specialist

Most individuals would associate stewardship with utilizing best management practices to protect the environment and natural resources an operation utilizes. However, there are other key areas of focus when discussing the definition of stewardship. IMI Global, a division of Where Food Comes From, focuses on three key pillars of stewardship in its Care Certified program. They consist of animal care, environmental stewardship, and people & community. Focusing on these three key areas will help ensure that operations are viable for years and generations to come.

I’m positive all reading this would agree that animal care is paramount to ensuring an operation’s long-term viability. Not only are the animals the main “product” of an operation, but they are also often the crown jewel. Whether it be at annual marketing event, cattle show or an on-ranch tour, producers take great pride in displaying their livestock. It reflects years of long days and sleepless nights filled with the activities and tasks that create the animals that are on display. In all my industry experiences, one reflection rings true. Mostly all involved in raising stock take great pride in their animals and will go to the ends of the earth to ensure their livestock’s well-being.

Environmental stewardship does not need to be as daunting as it is made out to be. Simple practices that many utilize within their operations can be thought of moving the needle towards being a steward of resources. A simple written grazing management plan is a perfect example. A well-established plan reflects when, where and how many animals will be grazing annually. It also can aid in wildlife habitat preservation or restoration, mitigation of the spread of invasive species or forestation, and fire suppression. This simple management tool allows for an enhanced symbiotic relationship between an operation and the natural resources which provide for the operation.

At times, it is hard to get out of the day-to-day grind of ranch life. Many would agree that a “slow season” in farming or ranching is nearly non-existent. While this piece is not geared towards discussing mental or physical health in the agriculture sector, I do want to advocate the importance of self-care. Whether that be focusing on physical, emotional, spiritual or mental health (amongst other areas in life), it is important to step away and focus on individual well-being. Operations and communities in which they function can only be viable if those that are involved are healthy in all key areas of life.

In my short time with RAAA, one thing I have learned is that there is no set definition of stewardship. What may be sustainable for one operation may not be for another. A unique aspect of the Care Program through Where Food Comes From is that it provides a platform for operators to share their story. The program helps enhance producers’ abilities to show what their best management practices are, why they utilize these practices on their operations and how they are executed. All these practices are tied into the three pillars of stewardship that I previously mentioned. In closing, I challenge operators not to think on what they need to be doing to emphasize stewardship but to reflect on their current practices that are already making them good stewards of their animals, environment and community. Reflecting on what is already being done can be a pathway to find improvements or additional avenues to enhancing their individual stewardship. //

Member Services Reminders

Spring 2023 No Progeny Report

The No Progeny report is due on May 24, 2024. Female inactivations will take place on May 31, 2024, at 8 a.m. MDT.

Any female that does not have a spring 2023 calf reported (alive or died), or a reason as to why she didn’t have a calf for the year, will be inactivated. If you have questions regarding this reporting requirement please contact the registration department, data@redangus.org, 940-387-3502 ext. 1.

Need DNA collection kits? Contact the DNA department at DNA@redangus.org or call the office at 940- 387-3502, Ext. 8.

Red Angus Youth Expo Reminders

• Cattle must be on an R or I status to be eligible to show at RAYE.

• All animals must have an 840 EID button present in the ear, which must match the animal record in the RAAA database prior to check-in.

• Parent verification must be completed on the individual animal and verified to the greatest extent possible before shown.

• Contact youthexpo@redangus.org with further questions.

Schedule a meeting by scanning the QR code or visiting: RedAngus.org > Herd Management > Red Angus Alley

Unlocking the Herd: How EID Tags Revolutionize Cattle Management

by Kaitlyn Fulmer, REDSPro and Registry Specialist

Electronic identification is on the up and up in the cattle industry. The use of electronic identification tags contributes to greater efficiency and productivity in many livestock operations.

Outlined below are some of the many benefits of using EID tags.

Benefits of Using EIDs

• Data Collection: EID tags facilitate automated data collection, allowing for more accurate and efficient record-keeping. This includes information such as individual animal identification, health records, breeding history and performance metrics like weight gain. This data can be used for informed decision-making to optimize herd management practices, improve productivity and enhance breeding programs.

• Inventory Management: EID tags streamline inventory management processes by enabling rapid and accurate identification of animals. This is particularly beneficial during activities such as sales, auctions and transportation. It reduces errors associated with manual identification methods – such as reading ear tattoos – and saves time for livestock handlers.

• Secondary Identification: Many times, dangle tags can be accidentally removed from the animal’s ear, which can make identification of the animal difficult. Having an EID button, in addition to a dangle tag, allows the identification of the animal and the replacement of the dangle tag to be seamless since the 15-digit 840 number is connected to one animal only.

• Linked to Animal Registration: Having an 840 number linked to an animal’s registration number allows for less confusion with animal ID discrepancies. 840 numbers can be searched in the REDSPro database for animal identification purposes and to pull up the animal’s records. This number is also referenced on the printed registration paper.

• Traceability: EID tags provide a reliable method for tracking individual animals throughout their lifecycle. This traceability is crucial for disease management, food safety and quality assurance programs. In case of a disease outbreak, EID tags can help quickly identify and quarantine affected animals, minimizing the spread of illness.

By automating data collection and streamlining management processes, producers can allocate their time and resources more effectively, reduce labor costs and improve the bottom line.

The RAAA allows 840 EID tags to be used as a form of permanent identification on registered animals.

For more information on the rules surrounding this form of permanent identification, please see the Rules and Regulations section E - Electronic Identification Option, or contact the registration department.

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Where can I purchase EIDs?

The RAAA registration department has a limited stock of 840 EIDs and applicators for sale – 840 EID tags are $2.20/ each and the applicators are $37. You can also purchase them through your preferred tag provider, however, they must be the 840 EID; no other EID form is accepted for reference in the RAAA REDSPro database. To use 840 EIDs, you must have a premise identification number. This is issued through your individual state department of animal health or state veterinarian office.

You can determine who to contact based on your state by going to this website: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ourfocus/animalhealth/traceability/state-pin/state-pin.

E-Checks and Payments

We are pleased to announce that on April 1, 2024, electronic checks became available as a convenient method for members to pay their account balances. This initiative is aimed at enhancing our payment options, providing greater flexibility and convenience for our valued members.

As you may be aware, RAAA has been absorbing all fees associated with credit and debit card payments on behalf

of our members since the implementation of credit card processing. However, due to operational expenses, we have made the decision to share this responsibility with members who choose to pay using credit or debit cards.

Effective April 1, a 3% fee will be applied to all credit and debit card payments made online or over the phone. This fee will be calculated based on the amount being paid. We understand that this change may present some inconvenience, and we sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.

To provide alternatives and accommodate our members, we continue to accept mailed checks as well as offering an electronic check option, by providing your bank account and routing number. No different than credit card payments this option is now available both online and over the phone. This payment method does not incur any additional fees.

We remain committed to providing excellent service to our members while ensuring the sustainability of our operations. Should you have any questions or require assistance with the electronic check payment process, please contact our membership department, dalli@redangus.org, Ext. 7. //

Inmon Promoted to DNA Customer Service Specialist

by Kate Martin, Assistant Director of Communications

The Red Angus Association of America is pleased to announce the promotion of Andi Inmon, Loveland, Colorado, to DNA customer service specialist. Inmon moved into this new role March 4.

“We look forward to working with Andi in this new capacity and appreciate the work she has done for RAAA and the Red Angus breed,” said Tom Brink, RAAA CEO.

Inmon joined the member services department in August 2023. She is a 2018 graduate of Colorado State University with a bachelor’s degree in animal science and a minor in business. She was a member of the 2017 CSU meat judging team.

“I’m excited to step into this new role with the DNA department, and the opportunity it provides to work with producers and help them meet their goals.” Inmon said. “I also look forward to getting to know and work with more of our members.”

For more information about the Red Angus Association of America or marketing programs for Red Angus-influenced cattle, visit RedAngus.org.

Andi Inmon

Breed Improvement

Heritability & How It Influences a Breeding Program

by Lindsay Upperman, Ph.D., Director of Breed Improvement

Lately, calls to the breed improvement department about which traits are the most worthwhile to utilize in a breeding program have increased in frequency. This seems to be coming from producers not seeing the immediate increase in some EPD values from generation to generation. However, there are several factors to consider when answering these questions, with heritability of the trait being a crucial component.

Heritability (h2)

One definition of heritability is the measurement of the strength of the relationship between performance (phenotype) and breeding value (genotype) of an individual animal. Note that heritability applies to one specific trait in one specific population at a specific time point. Therefore, as heritability is estimated in various breeds, research projects and traits, the estimates are expected to be different. For example, we would expect estimates to differ in the heritability of birth weight in Red Angus cattle in 1992 versus 2024 due to the two time points the heritabilities were estimated.

Heritability can also tell a producer how much confidence to place in the phenotypic (observable) characteristics of an animal when choosing parents for the next generation. For traits that are highly heritable, where the estimate exceeds 0.40, the animal’s phenotype is a good indicator of genetic merit. However, for lowly heritable traits, where the estimate is below 0.15, the animal’s performance is not a good indicator of their breeding value. As shown in Table 1, growth and carcass traits have higher heritability estimates than maternal traits.

On the other hand, if heritability is defined as the percentage of differences between animals due to genetic effects, then (1- h2) is the percentage of differences between animals that are NOT due to genetic effects. Ultimately, if this percentage is high (1-h2), then improvements to the trait through enhanced management or environmental conditions are just as critical. For example, fertility in Table 1 has a heritability estimate of 0.10. Thus, 1-0.10 = 0.90, or 90% of the differences in fertility between animals are NOT due to genetic effects. So, maybe a new estrus synch program or an additional mineral supplement may prove just as beneficial for making progress in fertility than just through genetic selection.

How Heritability Influences Genetic Progress

Heritability is one of the components used to predict genetic progress from selection to improve a trait. A simple equation for selection on phenotypes measure on individuals in a population, the equation would be:

∆G=ih2 Óp

Essentially, this equation is stating that the change of genetic progress

is equal to the product of intensity of selection multiplied by the heritability of the selected trait multiplied by the phenotypic standard deviation of that trait. To simply further, if any of these components are low, then the resulting change in genetic progress through selection will be small. Thus, the question develops that if the resulting change in genetic progress is small, is selection on this trait relevant to your breeding goals?

Heritability is a value that can indicate if genetic merit has a strong relationship with phenotypic performance, but it can’t tell a producer about the economic value of increased performance for a specific trait.

Traits such as fertility may have low heritabilities, but their economic value to an operation is high. For instance, although an increased pound or two at the feeder sale has additional dollar value, the dollar value of a female becoming pregnant and staying in the herd is greatly increased. Thus, yes, even though the genetic progress for fertility may be slower, the economic value associated with this trait is much larger, placing greater significance on selecting to improve traits such as fertility within your operation.

Ultimately, heritability is a great indicator of how much genetic merit is playing a role in an animal’s visual performance. Additionally, how much genetic progress can be made for a specific trait is dependent on the heritability of that trait as well as other factors. Finally, when considering which traits to make genetic progress on within your operation, contemplating the economic value associated with each trait is crucial to a successful breeding program.

Table 1. Heritability estimates of some traits in beef cattle*.

The Nuts and Bolts of Early Castration

by Macey Mueller for the Red Angus Magazine

Castrating young bull calves has been a routine management procedure for many producers since ancient times. Historically used to reduce aggressive behavior and prevent the propagation of inferior genetics, modern research shows that castration also provides economic benefits – for both the cow-calf producer and the feedlot operator – through increased market prices and reduced morbidity and mortality rates compared to those of intact bull calves and feeders.

Perhaps most importantly, meat characteristics are notably improved, as lower testosterone levels can lead to higher quality grades and more consistent tenderness and marbling in beef. Castration can also help decrease the number of “dark cutters” identified during processing.

Early castration is also a best practice recommendation from the American Veterinary Medical Association, which states, “Castration should be performed at the earliest age practicable, preferably prior to three months of age. Castration should not be delayed for the purpose of enhancing growth, as there are no proven growth benefits associated with this practice.”

According to the AVMA, there are several acceptable castration techniques and numerous pain management protocols utilized within the cattle industry. Castration methods are generally divided into two categories: surgical or bloodless. Surgical castration involves splitting or removing the lower third of the scrotum and removing the testicles by severing the spermatic cord, usually with a knife. Bloodless castration is typically accomplished using an elastic band placed around the neck of the scrotum that cuts off blood flow to the testes and scrotum, which atrophy over a short period of time and fall off.

Dusti Berry (center) helps knife cut calves during area brandings each year. It is a skill passed down from her father, David.

Regardless of the technique, AVMA advises the “selected methods and protocols used should include consideration of relevant variables such as the animal’s age, weight, temperament, skill level of the operator/technician, environmental conditions, available facilities and human and animal safety.”

On Dusti Berry’s family’s commercial Red Angus operation near Philip, South Dakota, they have been knife-cutting calves at branding time for at least three generations.

“It’s the way we’ve done it here for years, and we rarely have any issues,” she said.

Meat characteristics in steers are notably improved over bulls, as lower testosterone levels can lead to higher quality grades and more consistent tenderness and marbling in beef.

The Nuts and Bolts of Early Castration

Berry and her family trade help with several nearby neighbors during branding season in May and June, and her dad, David Berry, has always been a go-to guy for properly castrating the bull calves.

“I don’t know what it is about Dad, but everybody just loves to have him cut their bulls,” she said. “They don’t swell. They don’t get infected. They just have really good luck when he’s got the knife.

“He actually taught me how to do it when I was about 8 years old, so I’m starting to move into that role more and more as he deals with arthritis in his hands.”

Berry said in addition to technique, she is also careful to keep her hands and equipment clean to minimize the risk of infection.

“I always carry either a bucket or a bottle of disinfectant to rinse my hands and douse my knife with in between every calf,” she said. “We also use a spray-on topical disinfectant after we cut them.

“There’s always a possibility of infection and stiffness, but if it’s done right, there’s usually not a lot of bleeding or issues afterwards.”

To the north, near Bowdon, North Dakota, commercial Red Angus producer Patty Tebelius and her husband, Jon, start their calving season in early February. To best weather the frigid North Dakota winters, their calves are born in a barn, which also allows the couple to process them at less than 24 hours old.

“The calves are all tagged and worked as they go across the scale at birth,” Tebelius said. “Our heifer calves are DNA tested through Igenity Beef along with anything we think we might keep as a bull.

“If we know for sure we’re not going to use it as a bull, we band it at that time.”

When pairs are turned out to pasture near the end of May or first week of June, Tebelius said calves receive boosters and bull calves are culled harder and banded.

Finally, during pregnancy checks in August, if there are still bulls that won’t be used for breeding purposes, the couple has their vet cut those calves.

“They’re older calves at that point, and I do notice them laying around a lot,” Tebelius said. “I would say those calves lose at least a week to 10 days of feeling sorry for themselves where these baby calves hardly even notice you put a band on them.”

Although she grew up in the western part of North Dakota,

where brandings – and knife cutting – are more common, Tebelius said it’s not the same in their farming-focused community.

“The spring can get very busy around here as we get into the fields, so we really don’t have that camaraderie of people wanting to get together and help each other brand,” she said. “Banding at birth is convenient since we already have them in the chute, and it’s just me and Jon doing all of the labor.”

Tebelius said she prefers to apply a band with the calf standing in the chute. She’s worked with her veterinarian to make sure she’s using the most effective method for proper application.

“Sometimes you have to work the testicles down a little bit, and there’s a tissue there that you may have to break to get one or both testicles down,” she said. “It just seems like if you work it a little bit then you’ll get both of them. Some folks say you have to have those two in your hand in order to know they’re gone, but in the last 10 years, we may have had a calf a year left intact.

“The only disadvantage I’ve found is that we don’t get the Rocky Mountain oysters,” Tebelius joked.

While a 2017 USDA-APHIS beef cow-calf study indicated 62% of commercial operations in the United States castrate bull calves before selling them, plenty of mature, intact bulls make their way to market and into feed yards. The castration process can be more stressful and physically harder on an older animal, and in some cases, require surgical intervention.

Longtime cattleman Mike Callicrate vividly remembers a set of feeder bulls he purchased back in 1991, where the seller had banded the animals prior to shipping them to Callicrate’s Saint Francis, Kansas, feed lot.

Calving in a barn each winter makes it convenient for Patty and Jon Tebelius to band their bull calves at birth.

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The Nuts and Bolts of Early Castration

“They arrived with inflamed and swollen scrotums, and it ended up taking the veterinarians two or three days to surgically repair all of the damage, while the animals suffered extreme pain,” he said. “Dr. Tom Noffsinger, who now does a lot of animal handling consulting work, was one of the veterinarians who helped me fix the problem. He said that while the idea of ligation was good, the bands used were just not tight enough.”

Callicrate set out to design and manufacture his own improved castration tool, known today as the Callicrate Bander, which is commonly used on mature bulls and especially in feed yards receiving intact bulls as feeder cattle.

“It’s all about getting the correct tension and keeping that tension,” he said.

Proper tension not only shuts off blood supply to the testes, but also creates an analgesic (pain prevention) effect.

“You’ll typically see the animal flinch just a bit, and that’s when you know you’ve impacted that nerve and you’ve got the pain suppressed,” Callicrate said. “Depending on the circumference, we usually figure about two weeks for the scrotum to drop and leave just a scab.”

Although early castration is a best practice across the industry, Callicrate said there are instances when delayed castration –done correctly – can be a beneficial tool, especially to seedstock producers.

“Whether a purebred breeder has some yearling bulls that didn’t sell or cull bulls that are past their prime, they want to protect those genetics,” he said. “We’ve seen several breeders putting a band on them and turn them into steers before they go to the sale barn so they can’t be collected and sold as semen down the road.” //

Inaugural Red Angus Youth Expo

by Taylor Dorsey, Junior Program Coordinator

Make plans to attend the inaugural Red Angus Youth Expo in Chickasha, Oklahoma, June 9 -14, 2024, for the official National Junior Red Angus Show. This inaugural event brings together competitive events, livestock shows and educational activities for Red Angus juniors, breeders and industry professionals around the country for six days of education, innovation, breed improvement and networking.

RAYE website:

All information regarding the Red Angus Youth Expo, including the 2024 RAYE premium book, can be found on the website: redangusyouthexpo.com. Questions can be directed to youthexpo@redangus.org.

Important deadlines:

Entry deadline – May 1, 2024

Ownership date – Must be in the exhibitor’s name by May 1, 2024 Late entry deadline – May 15, 2024 (Double Fees)

Below are important items to note:

Age requirements:

Exhibitors must be at least seven years old and not yet 22 years old as of Jan. 1, 2024, and a current Junior Red Angus, Red Angus Association of America or Canadian Angus Association member at the time of check-in. Junior membership expires upon attainment of age 21. RAYE participation is acceptable through the calendar year of the individual’s 21st birthday if the member has obtained an adult membership.

Ownership of animals:

Breeding animals and/or steers in the junior show must be the property of the owner and transferred on or before May 1, 2024. Animals can’t change ownership or be transferred from one exhibitor to another after this date.

DNA required:

At the January 2024 RAAA board of directors meeting, the following rule was passed for all regionally and nationally designated Red Angus shows,

including the RAYE. Complete show rules and regulations for regional and national shows can be found in the breeder’s guide.

New rule:

Parent verification must be completed on the individual animal and verified to the greatest extent possible before the animal is shown.

Please submit your DNA as soon as possible to allow ample time for the lab to process. For questions regarding DNA, please contact the RAAA DNA department at dna@redangus.org. Download DNA order forms: redangus. org/genetics/dna-forms Breeder’s guide: redangus.org/ herd-management/breeders-guide

840 EID button:

All animals must have an 840 EID button present in the ear, which must match the animal record in the RAAA database before check-in. 840 EID verification may be via printed registration certificate or real time electronic representation of the RAAA database. If the EID is not present, the animal ID and herd prefix will be verified and must match the animal record.

Health requirements:

An official CVI issued within 30 days before the Red Angus Youth Expo must accompany all animals and shall always be available to the representatives of the Animal Industry Services of the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. All animals must be free of any infectious, communicable or contagious disease. If such a disease is found, it will be cause for removal of the animal(s) from the exhibition. For questions regarding CVIs, official identification, or import requirements, please call Animal Industry Services at 405-522-6141.

Entries:

All applications for entry must be made online at the official website through the REDSPro database. Entry

forms must be complete in accordance with instructions. No pending registration numbers will be accepted.

Carcass/ultrasound contest:

All steers must be registered in the RAAA database and be at least 50% Red Angus. Color must be at least 85% red, buckskin and/or red baldy. No black pigmented or smokies will be accepted OR animals must be enrolled in the Feeder Calf Certification Program and carry a program-compliant tag. The main qualifications for enrollment in the program are listed below.

Ultrasound data will be used to calculate the carcass contest results, this is not a terminal steer show. Steers entered in the purebred steer show or percentage steer show are eligible to compete in the carcass/ultrasound contest with proper entry fee. You can enter for the carcass/ultrasound contest through the entry portal.

Full rules can be found in the RAYE premium book.

RAYE contests:

There are no fees to participate in RAYE contests if the exhibitor has an animal entry, but exhibitors do need to sign up online at the time of entry. If no animal is entered, JRA members must pay a contest only fee through the online entry system.

The photo contest and ad design contest, open to intermediates and seniors, must be entered and projects submitted by May 15, 2024.

The professional development contest participants must submit their cover letter, resume and description by May 15, 2024. //

Unlocking Success: The Importance of Junior Red Angus Members’ Participation in Bull Sales

by Cameron Ison, JRA Board

During my spring break from college, I had the opportunity to journey across Kansas to attend several bull sales alongside Taylor Ohlde, a member of the commercial marketing team. This experience outlined for me the significance of Junior Red Angus members attending bull sales. By attending annual bull sales, JRA members can develop valuable relationships and learn the marketing skills necessary to promote and market their own Red Angus herds.

Sustainable success in the beef cattle industry hinges on providing excellent customer service, understanding optimal feeding practices to meet customer needs and integrating digital and infrastructural aspects when hosting sales. Instead of starting from scratch, JRA members can gain insights from seasoned Red Angus breeders’ experiences.

Junior members stand to gain the most by attending multiple bull sales organized by different Red Angus breeders. As they visit various bull sales this spring, they should closely observe how breeders interact with the crowd on sale day. Paying attention to facility usage, differences in breeding programs, the program’s focus on EPDs, parking, weather and catering preferences can provide valuable insights. Furthermore, engaging with the crowd, asking questions and tapping into the collective wisdom of fellow cattle breeders is key.

Here are three key points for JRA members to keep in mind when attending a bull sale:

1. Be proactive in introducing yourself and engaging with other Red Angus breeders present at the sale. Building relationships with fellow producers can contribute to your future success.

2. Observe closely how the hosting breeders interact with their customers. Assess their level of customer care, whether they offer any benefits to JRA members and the integrity with which they present their cattle.

3. Take your time while inspecting the cattle pens and reviewing the information provided in the sale catalog. There’s no need to rush. Even if you’re not there to purchase a bull, the insights gained from this experience can be invaluable for your future endeavors.

Numerous Red Angus breeders have integrated educational components into their bull sale events, along with offering incentives for JRA members who buy animals from their sales.

Even if you’re not currently in the market for a bull, attending local bull sales or observing online sales nationwide can provide valuable insights and help you forge meaningful connections. These experiences will be instrumental when it comes time to sell your own cattle in the future.

In conclusion, my trip across Kansas during spring break to attend several bull sales outlined the importance of JRA members actively participating in such events. These gatherings offer opportunities to cultivate relationships, acquire essential marketing skills and gain insights from seasoned breeders, all vital for future success in promoting and marketing Red Angus herds.

By engaging with the crowd and observing breeder interactions, JRA members can gain invaluable knowledge and forge connections that will prove invaluable in their cattle breeding endeavors. Whether attending in person or virtually, the educational opportunities and networking possibilities at bull sales are invaluable assets for aspiring cattle breeders. //

Cameron Ison, Kentucky • jracameron1@gmail.com

Gracie Rogers, Missouri • jragracie1@gmail.com

Kenedy DeVoe, Texas • jrakenedy@gmail.com

Zachary Griffeth, Oklahoma • zachary.griffeth.jra@gmail.com

Bailey Jean Smith, Texas • jrabaileyjean@gmail.com

Taylor Dorsey, Junior Program Coordinator taylordorsey@redangus.org

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juniorredangus

Cameron Ison

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LOT 1 - LASO MAR-A-LAGO F60L TO BERWALD RED ANGUS, TORONTO, SD & BARENTHSEN/BULLINGER RED ANGUS, POWERS LAKE, ND FOR $47,500

LOT 8 - LASO CIBOLA G174L TO DOUGLAS MUNTON, LETHBRIDGE, ALBERTA FOR $15,000

LOT 6 - LASO UNSTOPPABLE B29L TO BIANCHI RANCHES, GILROY, CA FOR $13,000

Register

for National Red Angus Convention today at RedAngus.org. Register by July 15 to be entered into a drawing for two lucky winners to receive their first night’s room and tax complimentary.

Reserve

your room at the The Lincoln Marriott Cornhusker Hotel by Aug. 23 to guarantee the special rate of $119/night. Call 888-236-2427, visit https://bit.ly/RACon24Reserve or scan this QR code with your phone for room information. Block: Red Angus Association of America

Contact Samantha Murnin, to be a convention sponsor or secure space in the trade show. samantha@redangus.org 970-318-6551

Lincoln, Nebraska September 10-13, 2024

For 71 years, the National Red Angus Convention has been an opportunity for producers, breeders, affiliates and industry partners to come together from across the country and celebrate the Red Angus breed.

Exciting New Schedule

Tuesday, Sept. 10

RASF Golf Tournament, Kick-off Social & BBQ

Wednesday, Sept. 11

National Red Angus Convention, Trade Show, Awards Luncheon & Committee Reports

Thursday, Sept. 12

National Red Angus Convention, Trade Show, Awards Luncheon, Workshops, Election, Banquet & RASF Fundraiser

Friday, Sept. 13

Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium Ladies’ Symposium

Saturday, Sept. 14

Nebraska Cornhuskers vs. Northern Iowa Panthers Football Game (on your own)

Nebraska Ranch Tours (on your own)

Complete convention information will be published in the July/August issue of the Red Angus Magazine.

The Best Way to Promote Your Feeder Calves to Buyers

by Nate Smith, General Manager, Top Dollar Angus

Suppose you, as a Red Angus commercial producer, want to enroll in Top Dollar Angus. While you know genetic verification is a required part of the program, you are not quite sure what information is required to qualify.

Once the data needed is explained, the question arises, “Why is all this information needed?” You may also wonder why the requested information is more than simply genetic data.

The answer is embodied in a quote from Sherlock Holmes, “Data! Data! Data! I can’t make bricks without clay.” The point is that the more favorable information we can provide to potential bidders, the more value we can add. Let’s dive into what information we use, how we use it and finally how it is structured.

We start with genetic data, which is the foundation of the Top Dollar Angus program when beginning to verify a calf crop. Registration numbers on sires and maternal grandsires are requested so that our team can analyze their growth and carcass trait EPDs. Assuming they qualify for Top Dollar Angus, we can begin collecting head count, sex, flesh condition, weights, vaccination history, sale date, location, etc. These are basic pieces of information which all producers provide when marketing feeder cattle or calves. We take this effort a bit further when promoting cattle by contacting feedyards we know personally, after considering variables such as freight, head count and other factors.

“The more favorable information we can provide to potential bidders, the more value we can add.”

What’s next? Calving dates, weaning dates and vaccination dates. While exact dates of these events are by no means required, they do provide more data for potential bidders to evaluate. Every time prospective buyers see a producer went to the effort to record event history, they perk up.

We ask for as many specifics as possible when it comes to vaccination data. What was the brand of vaccine used? Did you use that same brand as a booster or was it another brand? Was the wormer injectable or drench? Were the calves implanted? If so, what implant did you use, when and how many times were the cattle implanted? Buyers care and they want to know.

Next is current feed and nutrition data, if available. Are they on a starter ration or just hay? If they are on a formulated ration, can you provide the nutrient breakdown? Providing this information goes a long way when adding even more value to a set of calves.

Finally, the Top Dollar Angus genetic rank and Top Dollar Angus seedstock supplier is provided for the group of calves.

This may seem like a lot of work to put together for a genetic verification program, but as shown in the example provided, it is structured in a seamless, easy to read and share format for the potential buyers. In our opinion, the way we present a group of Top Dollar Angus verified cattle provides a highly usable format. One that, of course, highlights their genetics, while providing as much additional data as possible.

We structure our promotions from basic to more specific data. This format has been modified over time with input from our feeding customers to be user-friendly yet communicate the necessary information.

Reach out to me at any time, I always enjoy discussing how ranchers can best market their calves. //

How to Enroll in FCCP and AA

1. The producer contacts the Red Angus Association of America at 940-477-4593 and answers a short supplier enrollment questionnaire over the phone. RAAA staff will ask general management, animal identification and breeding questions. If needed, the producer may be asked to supply additional documentation on breeding such as semen receipt, lease agreements or information on purchased females.

2. After all documentation is recorded, staff will ship the tags directly to the producer who must tag the calves before they leave the ranch of origin – birth, branding, preconditioning, weaning or before loading on the semi.

3. The producer will receive a customer enrollment agreement to fill out and return to RAAA with a copy of their calving records.

4. Staff will issue the USDAapproved Certificate of Compliance upon receiving the customer enrollment agreement and calving record. FCCP Tags

$1.30 each Allied Access Tags

$1.30 each EID Combo Sets

$3.30 each

The Red Angus Feeder Calf Certification Program is the first step in differentiating your cattle to buyers, feedlots and packers. Experience industry-leading return on investment for just the cost of an ear tag – with no enrollment fees. The Red Angus Association of America Marketing Team offers assistance to Red Angus bull customers at no charge. Visit RedAngus.org for contact information.

Red Angus Marketing

• FCCP (Yellow Tag)

• Allied Access (Green Tag)

• Premium Red Baldy (White Tag)

• American Red (Blue Tag)

• Tyson’s Choice+ Grid

• Greater Omaha’s G.O. Red Grid

• Stockyard

• Feedlot Partners

• Red Angus FeederFax

• Red Angus FeMail

• Calendar of Events

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. Female genotype and phenotype information helps to improve genetic predictions and overall data on your Red Angus herd.

This is a really great opportunity to receive genotyping at a reduced rate.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Registered females only

• Must test 90% of females on active inventory

- Already genotyped females can count toward this 90%

• There is also no cap on herd size, as long as the 90% requirement is met, so this program is tailored to small and large producers

• Samples submitted for the Rally need to be TSUs (tissue)

BY PARTICIPATING IN THE RALLY YOU WILL RECEIVE:

• GGP100K (GGP-LD) testing for $22 (regularly $50)

- OS and MA testing can be added for $2/test; other defect testing is normal pricing

• $5 Age Rebate

- At completion of testing, you will receive a one-time reimbursement of $5 for females submitted that are 6+ years old (circa 2016)

• $5 Phenotype Rebate

- Submit both Mature Cow Weights (MCW) and Body Condition Scores (BCS) for a one-time reimbursement

- Must be on every cow that weans a calf that season

- Must be within a week of calf weaning date

- You don’t have to apply for the rebates if you don’t want to; these are just additional ways to save money!

Member

In

Memory

James Ernest “Jim” McLean Sr. James Ernest “Jim” McLean Sr., 86, passed away on Jan. 7, 2024, surrounded by family members.

Born in Alma, Georgia, in 1937, McLean was a graduate of South Georgia College and Georgia Tech. He married his high school sweetheart, Alynda, and they raised four children and were blessed with nine grandchildren and three great-grandchildren during their 66 year marriage.

Jim began McLean-Behm Steel Erectors in 1970, and the rebar placing company was instrumental in constructing numerous large-scale structures in the Atlanta area and around the southeast, including the Peachtree Plaza Hotel, the Georgia Aquarium and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. A humble man and true southern gentleman, Jim was known for his integrity, fierce work ethic, attention to detail and producing the highest quality product. These traits applied to building wood board fences, family homes, skyscrapers, gardens and Red Angus cattle. His life is described perfectly by Colossians 3:23-24.

Jim also began raising Red Angus in 1970 and was an advocate for the breed throughout his life. He served multiple terms as president of the Southeastern Red Angus and Georgia Red Angus Associations and served two terms as

southeast area director on the Red Angus Association of America board of directors, which included a term on the executive committee. He and Alynda received RAAA’s coveted Pioneer Breeder Award in 2005. He raised no-nonsense Red Angus cows known for maternal excellence and longevity.

Jim was an active member of First Baptist Church, Alma, Georgia, and he lived out his faith as a mentor, friend and leader who treated everyone with love, dignity, honor and respect. He had no enemies, and his legacy continues through his family and friends, who he led by example. Jim has moved to his eternal reward tending some of the Lord’s cattle, (Psalm 50:10) and yes, those cattle are RED! (Numbers 19:2) His smile, kindness and generous service to the Red Angus breed and its stakeholders will be truly missed.

Yancy Sowers

Yancy Sowers, 45, of Oberlin, Kansas, passed away on Jan. 3, 2024.

He was born on Feb. 9, 1978, in Colby, Kansas. Yancy was a loving husband to Amanda for 23 years and a dedicated father to his children, Kyra and Kaden.

He is survived by his wife and two kids, all of the home, parents, Armin and Vickie Sowers; brother, Darrick Sowers; niece Kellie Misner, and aunts, uncles,

cousins and friends.

Yancy was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim and Norma Carmon, as well as Byron and Geraldine Sowers.

Yancy was a hardworking individual who had a deep love for his family and cows. He was known for his sense of humor and enjoyed pulling pranks. Yancy had a selfless nature and would always go out of his way to help those in need, even if it meant coming home and being out all night to finish his own work. He possessed a tenacious and stubborn spirit, which he passed on to his family. His motivation and dedication were unmatched, and he was always willing to put in the extra effort to build something from nothing.

Yancy enjoyed watching his kids compete in sports - often with lots of “suggestions on how to do it better.” He loved anything that he could make into a competition. Yancy also enjoyed riding his minibike – the “Ranch Monkey” – often surprising customers when he rode out to the equipment on it. He would often say that animals loved him and the “sale barn dog,” a mini beagle named Dally, is a testament to that – they were quite the pair (she also enjoyed riding on the minibike).

Yancy Sowers will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all those whose lives he touched. He truly was as unique as his name. His legacy for his love of God, hard work, selflessness and determination will continue to inspire those who knew him. //

Sale Reports

Chappell Red Angus

10th Annual Bull & Female Sale

March 2, 2024

Mill Hall, Pennsylvania

Yearling Bulls................................................

$6,357

42 Open Registered Heifers $4,969

The top selling bull, Lot 2, was Chappell Blue Moon L475, a Bieber Bluechip H302 son. He sold for $9,000 to Brian Flienke of Iowa.

Lot 4, Chappell Daytona L477, a GMRA Tesla 6214 son, sold for $8,000 to Limestone Run Farm of Pennsylvania.

Lot 10, Chappell King Pin L481, a LSF SRR President 8177F son, sold for $8,000 to Winter Homestead of Pennsylvania.

Lot 9, CHAPP-Homan Touchdown 2301, a Chappell Homerun son, sold for $7,000 to Jeff Robinson Pennsylvania.

Lot 13, CHAPP-MCKF Stockbroker 11, a Bieber CL Stockmarket son, sold for $7,000 to RJ Griscom of New Jersey.

The top-selling open heifer was Lot 16, Chappell Tamara L474, a GMRA Tesla daughter. She sold to

Scott Hartman New York for $8,500.

Lot 20, Chappell Maria L485, a GM Atomic Sky 904 daughter, sold for $6,000 to KJL Red Angus of Nebraska.

Lot 17, CHAPP-MCKF Tesla Rave 10, a GMRA Tesla 6214 daughter, sold for $5,000 to Adam Glienke of Iowa.

Lot 18, Chappell Pride L479, a Bieber Blue Chip H302 daughter, and Lot 22, Chappell Zara Rose L484, a Chappell General Custer J448 daughter, both sold for $4,500 to VanWye Red Angus of Missouri and to Jarrod Nohner of Minnesota, respectively.

Cattle sold into Indiana, Iowa, Minnesota, New Jersey, Nebraska, New York, Missouri, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

Leland Red Angus and Koester Red Angus

March 8, 2024

At the ranch near Sidney, Montana

113 Yearling Bulls......................................... $6,170

56 Fall Bulls $7,228

32 Yearling Heifers .......................................

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The top-selling bull was Lot 71, Leland Stockmarket J524-2148, an April 2, 2023, son of Bieber QCCO Stockmarket J524 out of a STRA Relentless daughter. He sold for $22,500 to Bob Schettler of Killdeer, North Dakota.

Northern Lites Red Angus of Opheim, Montana, purchased Lot 1, Leland Propulsion 3219, an April 7, 2023, son of BB Propulsion 9096 out of a WFL Merlin 018A daughter, for $15,000.

Saunders Land & Livestock of Gillette, Wyoming, purchased Lot 4, Leland Stockmarket 1193068, a March 28, 2023, son of Bieber CL Stockmarket E119 and out of a Leland Right Gun 292X daughter, for $14,000.

Rim Rock Livestock of Killdeer, North Dakota, purchased Lot 82, Leland Stockmarket J524-3144, an April 2, 2023, son of Bieber QCCO Stockmarket J524 out of a LCOC Profit Builder A023E daughter, for $13,500.

Lot 2, Leland Shula 3240, an April 9, 2023, son of Leachman Shula A113G out of a WFL Merlin 018A daughter, was top choice for Jason and Peggy Leiseth of Arnegard, North Dakota, for $13,000.

Lot 7, Leland Redemption 043-3034, sold to Saunders Land & Livestock for $13,000. He was a March 25, 2023, son of LCOC Redemption A043F out of a 3SCC Dictate C74 daughter.

The top-selling age-advantaged bull was Lot 42, Koester Insight 2134, an Aug. 28, 2022, son of Lorenzen Insight 9917 out of a WFL Merlin 018A daughter. He sold to Huber EY Red Angus of Jud, North Dakota, for $18,500.

Leland Red Angus of Sidney, Montana, purchased two age-advantaged bulls for $17,000 each.

Lot 31, Koester Propel 261, was an Aug. 13, 2022, son of BB Propulsion 9096 out of a Leland Marksman 6629 daughter. Lot 32, Koester Warrant 222, was an Aug. 9, 2022, son of Lorenzen Warrant 8273 out of a Schuler Confidence C810 daughter.

Shaw Ranch of Joes, Colorado, purchased Lot 112,

Koester Insight 288, an Aug. 14, 2022, son of Lorenzen Insight 9917 out of a Bieber CL Stockmarket E119 daughter, for $17,000.

Craig Johnson of Rugby, North Dakota, purchased all 32 yearling heifers.

Volume buyers were Ronald Erbes of Greeley, Colorado, with six bulls, and Swenson Ranch of Belfield, North Dakota, Jacobson Ranch of Max, North Dakota, and Bill Mason of New Town, North Dakota, with five bulls each.

Westphal Red Angus

March 27, 2024

Grass Range, MT

79 Red Angus Yearling Bulls ........................

42 Open Registered Heifers

50 Open Commercial Heifers ......................

$6,048

$2,776

$2,327

The top-selling Red Angus bull was VGW Admiral

343, a STRA Admiral son. He sold for $16,000 to Loosli Red Angus of Idaho.

VGW Admiral 335, a STRA Admiral son, sold for $12,000 to V8U Ranch of Alberta, Canada.

VGW Authentic 321, a VGW Amazing 117 son, sold for $10,500 to Six Mile Red Angus of Saskatchewan, Canada.

VGW Marshall 3100, a BLL Mindbender son, sold for $10,000 to Butch Waddell of Montana.

The top selling female was VGW MB-Chrss 2326, a BLL Mindbender daughter. She sold for $5,500 to Brickhouse Farms of Missouri.

VGW AD-Dora 2339, a STRA Admiral daughter, sold for $4,000 to Dave Bauman of North Dakota.

The top-selling commercial heifer sold to Darrell and Tova Gerer of Montana for $2,550. //

Welcome to our Newest RAAA Members!

Area 1 –West

Director – George Murdock

A & R RED ANGUS RANCH

ROGER EMMERT

25125 MCLUN ROAD SWEET HOME, OR 97387

Area 2 – Montana

Director – Kay Klompien

RIVER BREAKS RANCH

GREG KEMP 644 ROAD 303 GLENDIVE, MT 59330

Area 3 – Rocky Mountain

Director – Aaron Kravig

SHAWN ROTHE 1777 AA ST GREELEY, CO 80631

Area 4 – Southwest

Director – Tony Ballinger

ENCINO RANCH

DENISE BLEDSOE 5436 FM 609 FLATONIA, TX 78941

MOLLEE BURNETT

1004 EAST TEXAS AVE IOWA PARK, TX 76367

MADISON EVANS PO BOX 249 EVANT, TX 76525

PRESLEY LONG 1632 CR 301 HAMILTON, TX 76531

TRAVIS PECK

363 WOOD FARM RD HUNTSVILLE, TX 77320

101 CATTLE CO. BOB SIMPSON 5007 HORSESHOE RD WEATHERFORD, TX 76087

FRONTERA REDS KYLE STEPHENS PO BOX 132 PLAINS, TX 79355

T7 LAND & CATTLE, LLC

SHELBY THOMAS

189 CENTRAL SCHOOL RD. HALLSVILLE, TX 75650

LAZY J FARM

BRENT WALLER

2600 E SOUTHLAKE BLVD SUITE 120-388 SOUTHLAKE, TX 76092

Area 5 – Northern Plains

Director – Stephanie Jung

KYLEIGH CAMPBELL 28699 COUNTY ROAD 117 SAINT CHARLES, MN 55972

KORPI RED ANGUS

BERTIE KORPI 4973 HWY 210 CROMWELL, MN 55726

BRISMNFARMS

KYLE LARSON 2396 405TH AVE NE BRAHAM, MN 55006

JP RED ANGUS

JOE PETERICK 405 4TH STREET SE TWIN VALLEY, MN 56584

CHASE TORKELSON 11238 400TH AVE KENSINGTON, MN 56343

TRAVIS BINDE 9460 132ND AVE NW FORTUNA, ND 58844

SAWYAR JAMES 17169 416TH AVE RAYMOND, SD 57258

Area 6 – Great Plains

Director – Jason Anderson

ERIC & JENNIFER FREY

ERIC FREY 57 AVE 70 STAPLETON, NE 69163

WESLEY W WILLERT PO BOX 75 KILGORE, NE 69216

Join the

KAYLEE BLAGDIN 3751 BRONCO ORLANDO, OK 73073

GENTRY EARSOM 14989 S GRANT ST BIXBY, OK 74008

DEVYN FRAZIER P.O. BOX 1012 MEEKER, OK 74855

STRYKER HOWETH P.O. BOX 1012 MEEKER, OK 74855

MCKINNEY CATTLE CO. AMY MCKINNEY 1409 E 8TH ST CUSHING, OK 74023

RHOADES FARMS ROGER RHOADES 9186 JIMTOWN RD BURNEYVILLE, OK 73430

Red Angus Association of Ameria!

RedAngus.org/about-red-angus/for

SPEED CATTLE CO.

WILLIAM SPEED

14676 COUNTY ROAD 3610 ADA, OK 74820

Area 7 – Northeast

Director – Rob Hess

MASON IRWIN 2685 E 1230 N ATTICA, IN 47918

TERRA ALTA STABLES LLC

COLLEEN CORRIGAN 41487 BURNT MILL DRIVE HOLLYWOOD, MD 20636

NIVER RED ANGUS

DONALD NIVER 2136 AMES ROAD CORTLAND, NY 13045

MYSTIC SAGE LIVESTOCK BREEDING, LLC

SHERRI THEAKER

65830 STONE RIDGE DRIVE BELMONT, OH 43718

GRIFFITH HILL FARM

OWEN GRIFFITH 177 GRIFFITH ROAD DELTA, PA 17314

ROBERT CLEMENTS

BOB CLEMENTS 2098 JERICHO ROAD FLINT HILL, VA 22627

Area 8 – Southeast

Director – Jim Yance

FRANK TURNER AND SONS FARMS

FRANK TURNER 209 S. OAK RIDGE DRIVE ENTERPRISE, AL 36330

CALVERT CATTLE CO.

DAVID CALVERT

2668 MEEKS CREEK ROAD EVERTON, AR 72633

SKILLING FARM

WILLIAM SKILLING

1575 SHOFFEITT RD. DAHLONEGA, GA 30533

TRUE GRITT CATTLE CO.

WILL BANKS 813 SALEM PIKE CYNTHIANA, KY 41031

CRAIG HOLLOMAN 6580 ISLAND FORD ROAD HANSON, KY 42413

RANDALL & DANA

ALEXANDER

RANDALL ALEXANDER 149 VAN BENNETT RD SPEARSVILLE, LA 71277

TOWN CREEK FARM

JOY REZNICEK

32476 HIGHWAY 50 E WEST POINT, MS 39773

SHALLOW CREEK FARMS

OPERATING UNDER LIVING ON THE EDGE,LLC LEWIS HENDRIX 218 PINK DILL MILL ROAD GREER, SC 29651

LITTLE RED CATTLE FARM

CHARLES HOBART 28 MINUTEMAN DRIVE BLUFFTON, SC 29910

Area 9 – Midwest

Director – Will Andras

WADE LAWLER

30273 300 ST UNION, IA 50258

DAVIS FAMILY FARMS

DOUGLAS DAVIS 669 KNOX ROAD 1000 N GILSON, IL 61436

BILYEU FARMS

RYAN BILYEU 2897 W. JACKSON ST OZARK, MO 65721

COOPER LACY 17193 NW STATE ROUTE 18 DREXEL, MO 64742

EMMY LACY 17193 NW STATE ROUTE 18 DREXEL, MO 64742 //

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

Building Better Beef

Ken & Cheri Graves (307) 738-2247

2384 Barnum Rd. • Kaycee, WY 82639

Email: gravesredfork@rtconnect.net

& Esther Fischer PO Box 2913 • Harlowton, MT 59036 406-632-5598

Luke Larson: (406) 207-6776

Amie & Teri Angelo: (406) 207-4046 angelocattleco@blackfoot.net

280 Angelo Lane • PO Box 361 • Drummond, MT 59832

Raising Reg. & Comm. Red Angus Cattle Since 1990 Powderville, MT

406-554-3484 • 406-554-3152 • C: 406-853-0502 Tom: 406-951-2772 • Aaron: 406-853-2885 tlostendorf@rangeweb.net

(406) 639-9112 • tjshick@nemont.net

Recently p chased Crump Red Angus H d

Bull Sale - March 4, 2024 Billings, Montana www.mccannredangus.com Lori McCann • 208-743-5517

Garrett - (219) 508-2657 • Katelyn - (406) 580-9565 garrett.knebel@okstate.edu • “Bulls For Sale at All Times!” Bob: 406-855-3614 Jenny: 406-740-2854 Chad: 406-740-0099

Glacier Red Angus

Garrett & Katelyn Knebel 9969 River Rd. • Bozeman, MT 59718

Big Sky Country!

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

Dave & Kay Klompien & Family 8129 Amsterdam Rd. Manhattan, MT 59741 (406) 581-4043 • (406) 581-2126 Email: klmpnra@gmail.com

& Ginger Shepherd

Maple Leaf Ave. Cody, Wyo. 82414 406-698-6657 • 307-578-8741 jsgshepherd@gmail.com

AREA 1 - West

Alaska • California • Hawaii

Idaho • Nevada • Oregon Washington

George Murdock, Director

Keith Hickle, Region A Director

Western States Breeders are on page 44

AREA 2 - Montana

Kay Klompien, Director Montana Breeders are on pages 48-49

AREA 3 - Rocky Mountain

Utah • Colorado • Wyoming

Aaron Kravig, Director

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!

Cory & Katy Johnson 5822 CR 23 • Veteran, WY 82243 Cory 307-575-0169 • Katy 307-575-2677

KRAVIG RED ANGUS

“Cattle Working for You” Sound Udders – Great Dispositions Moderate Frames – Calving Ease – Excellent Growth www.kravigredangus.com h1: 719-446-5355 • h2: 719-446-5391 Karval, Colorado

Recently p chased Crump Red Angus H d

AREA 5 - Northern Plains

Minnesota • North Dakota • South Dakota

Craig Bieber, Region B Director

Stephanie Jung, Director

Bull Sale - March 4, 2024

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

SHEAMAN RANCH

Forster Red Angus

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

and Kara • Robby 5096 Campbell Rd • McIntosh, SD 57641 701-422-3721 www.campbellredangus.com

Raising 100% 1A Red Angus since 1967 Kenneth Forster & Family 8285 30th St, SW • Richardton, ND 58652 (701) 974-2450 • Cell (701) 290-2450 www.forsterredangus.com

The Olsons

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

Chase and Tiffany Furstenau Cavalier, ND 701-520-0671

chasefurstenau@gmail.com www.diamondcnd.com Annual Sale in March

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

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

www.3scc.net

& Val

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

Texas Breeders are on page 55

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

AREA 6 - Great Plains

Kansas • Nebraska • Oklahoma Nebraska Breeders are on page 43

Kansas Breeders are on page 53

Jason Anderson, Director

Red Angus

Betty & Irvan Martin 58142 CR 260 • Okeene, OK 73763 (580) 822-5623 • email: bim86@pldi.net MCMURPHY FARMS

AREA 7 - Northeast

Rob & Amy Hess Hershey, PA 717-821-1782 bowcreekbeef.com Pasture to Plate Performance Tested Embryos, Semen and Cattle by Private Treaty

WRIGHTS MILL FARM

Steven Harris, DVM 4720 Wrights Mill Road Trappe, MD 21673 410-924-3905 spharrisdvm@yahoo.com

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Cedar Hill Farm

Dan & Alicia Stickel • (304) 545-7677 1404 Kincheloe Road • Jane Lew, WV 26378 cedarhillredangus@frontier.com cedarhillredangus.com

Prime Maternal

Elite Cow Herd Genetics First Saturday of each November

Tom Karr (740) 985-3444 Day (740) 591-9900 Cell 34740 State Route 7 Pomeroy, OH 45769

Steve & Amy Weinreich 443-465-2959

Emma Kate Foster 443-257-5061 5224 Faraway Dr. Felton, PA 17322 crossroadsca le@gmail.com

AREA 8 - Southeast

Phone: (403) 549-2234

Fax (403) 549-2207 Email: office@angusworld.ca

AREA 9 - Midwest

Gene & Marita

Dan Bormann • 515-520-7707 53966 290th St. • Huxley, IA 50124 www.rouseredangus.com email: dbormann83@hotmail.com

TANNER RED ANGUS

“Functional Cattle from the Heartland”

Rick Tanner Family 785-640-2941

3627 NW 94th Rd Topeka, KS 66618 rtannerdvm@sbcglobal.net

Bulls and heifers for sale by private treaty.

Leoti, KS • 620-874-1437 • fswedel@wbsnet.org WedelRedAngus.com • WedelBeefGenetics.com Annual Bull & Comm. Sale – 2nd Tues. of March

Pelton

Simmental • SimAngus

Red Angus Private Treaty Bulls

Dustin Pelton 620-285-5465

Lynn Pelton 620-285-9934 Burdett, KS

In the Flint Hills of Kansas

2346B N Road • Strong City, KS 66869 Joe Mushrush (620) 340-7461 • Daniel Mushrush (620) 340-9774 Annual Sale Third Friday in March

HARMS

PLAINVIEW RANCH

Mark and Kim Harms

2528 250th St. • Lincolnville, KS 66858 (620) 924-5544 • hprbulls@tctelco.net Red Angus - Angus - Charolais

“Your Partner in Progress” Bulls, Females and Embryos by Private Treaty

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

Tim Flaming Ryan Flaming 620-382-4894

620-382-5107

FLAMING LIVESTOCK CO.

REGISTERED RED ANGUS

465 170th • Hillsboro, KS 67063 620-367-8350 hm

HOFT RED ANGUS

18 mo.& 2 yr. old Registered Bulls No feed ration, range tested, hard ‘n ready Commercial Bred Heifers in the fall Rick Pflughoeft • Ellsworth, KS 785-472-3734 • 785-472-1033

Ramsdale Reds

“Red Angus since 1964” John & Dan Ramsdale 780 S.E. 130 Ave. • Murdock, KS 67111 (316) 542-3297 • (620) 532-6060

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Reserve ad space at: bit.ly/RedAngusMagAdvertising or email Tracey Koester, tracey@redangus.org RAM Reservation Issue Deadline January

1 Genetic Advancement

16 March

May 1 JRA Board of Director Applications Due

DH Red Angus Private Treaty Sale, John Day, OR

Oland Red Angus, Sheldon, ND

SC Joint Hereford & Red Angus Sale, Pendleton, SC

Koenig Ranch Reds, Glasgow, MT

Mead Farms, Versailles, MO 20 Red Hill Farms Maternal Monday, DPOnlineSales.com

June

1 ND Junior Red Angus “Yahoo’s and Buckaroos” Field Day, Richardton, ND 9-14 Red Angus Youth Expo, Chickasha, OK 16-22 NAJRAE Fuzion, Louisville, KY

July 1 Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for July/August Red Angus Magazine 15-19 Junior Red Angus Round-Up, New York

August 1 Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for September Red Angus Magazine

September

1 Final Ad Reservation/Editorial Deadline for October Red Angus Magazine 10-13 National Red Angus Convention, Lincoln, NE

Advertiser Index

3K Land & Cattle Co. 55

4B Red Angus LLC 46

5L Red Angus 27, 49

Aberdeen Angus World 52

Adams, Arnold & Alicia 46

Andras Stock Farm 56

Angelo Cattle Co. 48

Axtell Cattle Co. 50

Bachman Cattle Farms 55

Barenthsen-Bullinger Red Angus 50

Beckton Red Angus 1, 48

Beitia Livestock 44

Bieber Red Angus 5

BIM Red Angus 51

Birdwell, Joel 52

Bola Red Angus 43, 55

Bow Creek Farm & Cattle 51

Bowles J5 Reds 49

Brickhouse Farms 55

Brylor Ranch 52

Bull Hill Ranch 47

Bullis Creek Ranch 41, 43

C & J Red Angus Ranch 47

C-T Red Angus 21, 49

Calvo Family Red Angus 3

Campbell Red Angus 50

Cedar Hill Farm 51

Chappell Red Angus 51

Chiefline Red Angus 55

Choat Cattle Co. 43

Christensen Red Angus 49

Coney Creek Farm 46

Crockett Ranch 51

Cross Diamond Cattle Co. 43, IBC

Crossroads Cattle Co. 51

Dahlke Red Angus 50

Daigger-Orr Red Angus 43

Deichmann Livestock Brokerage 52

Diamond C North Dakota 50

Diamond H Ranch 53

Diamond K Livestock Co. 46

Diamond P Cattle 47

DK Red Angus 50

Drees, Eric ................................................ 52

Emerald Earth 46

Explosive Cattle Co. 47

Feddes Red Angus 21

Lowderman, Cody 52

Lowery, Matt 52

Lucht Red Angus 49

Ludvigson Stock Farms 7, 27

Maple Oaks Red Angus 55 McCann Red Angus 25, 44, 48, 50

McLean Red Angus 47

McPhee Red Angus 44

07 Red Angus 55

Osborn Red Angus 47

Ostendorf Red Angus 48

Peacock Angus Ranch 41

Pederson’s Broken Heart Ranch ................ 50

Pelton’s Red Angus 53

Pieper Red Angus 13, 43 Plain Jan’s 54 Pleasant View Farms 51

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Reaching over 10,000 Red Angus Buyers every issue!

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25 Fall-Calving Red Angus Bred Females 10 Fall-Calving SimAngus™ Bred Females Red Angus Embryos & Semen Lots Including consignments from Rogers Cattle Co. Johnny & Sharon Rogers MAY 20, 2024 Bidding closes at 8 p.m. EDT/7 p.m. CDT