ABHA Bulletin

Upcoming Events • June 22-25, 2022 - American Black Hereford Junior Nationals - Wilson County Fairgrounds, James E. Ward Ag Center, Lebanon, TN

Genetic Testing Requirements • Before registering a calf the sire must test free of AM, DD, IE, MSUD and NH. These testing kits can be ordered off of Digital Beef or by calling the office. • Tests for other defects are not required but are also available.

Registration Tips✓Registrations and transfers are not active until your bill is paid.✓Genetic testing kits are always available through Digital Beef.✓To avoid delays in getting your registrations active, double check that all information is correct and complete before submitting. There is a fee of $10 per correction.

Hereford and Angus Nominations Any proven defect free American Hereford Association bull may become a Nominated Herd Sire. These nominations must be sent to the office. There is a $50 nomination fee. Foundation Females, including Hereford and Angus cows, must also be handled through the office for a fee.

Online Transfers

When transferring animals online make sure there is not already a member number for the buyer. If the buyer does have a number, please confirm their address.

Online transfers have a $10 fee if completed in less than 90 days. After 90 days the fee increases to $20.

Ways to Get Involved Committees will be appointed following the annual meeting in October, so let a board member or Ernie know if you are interested in serving on one! Committees include: Breed Improvement, Rules and Ethics, Website,

Membership, Juniors, Promotion/Social Media, Finance and Data, Magazine, Show and Sale.