With roots planted deep in the heart of Kentucky, Charles “Bud” Smith grew up loving the land. He spent his days working with his father, uncle and grandfather on the family farm and ranch, Smithland Angus Farm. After purchasing their first registered Angus cattle in 1940, the legacy only grew from there. The operation has grown to more than 250 registered Angus cows. Smithland Angus Farm leads a legacy deeply rooted in faith, family and the land that has offered Smith and his family so much. He believes raising cattle is not just a way to make a living, but also a rewarding way to raise a family.

As a member of the American Angus Association since 1957, Smith served as a director from 1992 to 1998 and was vice president in 1999 and president in 2000. He also served three years as a director on the Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB) Board, along with remaining active within the Russell County Cattlemen’s Association. In these roles, he has worked to engage 4-H and FFA youth through various programs to increase involvement in the cattle industry. Bud and his wife, Pam, have served as advisors for the Kentucky Junior Angus Association for more than 20 years. They received the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) Advisor of the Year award in 1999.