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The latest genetics news from The Business Breed.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/topics/genetics
Angus Beef Bulletin Genetics topic page providing selection, genomics, the latest tools and more.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/11/fp_association-perspective-for-november-2023
Regional managers can help you access programs and services of the American Angus Association.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/06/fp_anguslink-releases-maternal-score-as-marketing-tool-for-replacement-heifers
AngusLink’s Genetic Merit Scorecard adds a fourth score option to demonstrate the maternal weaned calf value to aid in the selection of replacement females.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/seedstock-suppliers
A directory to producers supplying registered Angus.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/sorting-gate
Author Kelli Retallick-Riley shares insight to the genetic tools available to help navigate the future beef industry in this issue’s “Sorting Gate.”
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/09/fp_managing-and-marketing-high-quality-cattle
The world has changed, cattle have changed, and those managing them must keep up. The 19th annual Certified Angus Beef Feeding Quality Forum in Dodge City, Kan., gave 260 attendees tools and information to do just that.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/products-services
A directory to suppliers providing products, services.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/03/fp_bull-selection---the-options-are-endless
Focusing on the long-term needs of your herd will make the bull-buying process much simpler.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/10/mk_get-rewarded-for-your-calves
You put a lot of thought and effort into the genetics and management of your calves. Why not make the most of that investment by participating in value-added programs?
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/05/fp_first-grid-premium-offered-for-genetic-merit
Producers to be paid premium for AngusLink Beef Scores.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/fp_the-survey-says
What do commercial cattlemen pay for bulls, and how does that correlate to calf value? Are commercial herds planning to rebuild? What incentivizes feedlots to buy — and to pay a premium — on a set of calves? Angus Media, CattleFax gather insights on current management, future intentions of cow-calf and feedlot sectors.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/mkt_data-to-count-on
Feeders say genetic data boosts buyer confidence by removing risk.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/fp_association-perspective-navigating-angus-bull-prices
Determining what an Angus bull should cost in today’s market requires an understanding of the interplay between genetics, market demand and operational considerations.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/old-most-accessed/mg_managing-bulls-in-the-off-season
Give bulls the proper care so they are ready to work.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q3/the-influential-10-percent
Take a listen as Paul Dykstra with Certified Angus Beef chats with Miranda Reiman about recent data revealing an opportunity to access brand premiums. Of visually eligible cattle that fell short of carcass brand specifications, 10% were within 30 degrees of the lowest marbling score eligible for the Certified Angus Beef® brand.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/11/mg_a-business-case-for-using-epds
Producer panel provides insight into how the industry can effectively put EPDs to use.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q3/video-sale-and-market-breakdown
Troy Marshall with the American Angus Association discusses video sales, the AngusLink program and Genetic Merit Scorecard, where the national cow herd sits regarding expansion and much more.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/08/mg_matching-cattle-genetics-to-the-environment
How can cattle adapted to their region offer an economic incentive to producers?
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q1/boosting-cow-herd-efficiency-with-ionophores
At #CattleCon24 Elanco’s Frank White sat down with Angus At Work host Shauna Hermel to discuss how adding ionophores to the diet can affect heifer maturity and cyclicity, as well as the overall productivity of your cow herd.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/11/fp_angus-releases-cow-longevity-prediction
Now available in a research EPD format, functional longevity (FL) evaluates how long Angus cows will stay in the herd and how many calves they will produce.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/06/putting-the-pieces-together
Commercial cattlemen, industry advisor reflect on tools that help them market cattle, progress their herds.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/mg_leveraging-beef-genetics-as-a-climate-smart-sustainability-practice
Climate-focused grant is looking for producers to participate in virtual fencing, cattle genetic improvements and nutrition studies.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q2/selecting-replacements-via-genemax-advantage-with-decker-and-courter
On today’s episode of Angus At Work, the University of Missouri’s Jared Decker and Jamie Courter discuss with host Shauna Hermel research validating the use of GeneMax Advantage to select and mate replacement females by identifying varying levels of genetic merit for traits of importance.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/fp_news-and-notes
AGI explores future of phenotyping; tax survey reveals urgent need; registration open for virtual Stockmanship & Stewardship; The Angus Conversation takes on foundational traits; UN rejects proposed on-farm target reductions of antimicrobials; biogas company completes digester; and USDA invests in scholarships and climate-smart practices.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2024/10/mkt_the-link
There has never been a time in our industry when the supply chain has been more closely aligned. That bodes well for both short-term and long-term profitability prospects.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/12/fp_market-predictions-keeping-up-with-your-cows-top-stories-of-2023
What cattlemen found valuable this year.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/10/qa-presidents-perspective
Retiring President Chuck Grove on learning from the past and looking forward during his tenure on the American Angus Association Board of Directors.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/11/from-thin-air
Kansas State University research adds to knowledge base on the genetic influence of methane production.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/angus-advisor-western-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/podcast/the-angus-conversation-season-5/e4-baes
Scientists Christine Baes and Andre Garcia join The Angus Conversation.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/06/by-the-numbers
Annual updates to the genetic evaluation.
/angus-media/angus-journal/podcast/the-angus-conversation-season-4/e6-ellingson
Chad and Stetson Ellingson join The Angus Conversation.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/09/across-borders-world-angus-evaluation-to-enhance-breeding-commerce-among-partners
The Angus Conversation explores what the Oct. 13 release means for producers.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/angus-genetics-inc-gathers-breeders-industry-academia-in-forum
Imagine: AGI’s Beef Genetics Forum hosted a cross-section of the beef industry to think about future phenotypes and data collection.
/angus-media/angus-journal/podcast/the-angus-conversation-season-5/e3-board-recap
Angus Board directors discuss research priorities, driving demand, member questions and more.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/09/ideas-and-enthusiasm
The Angus Conversation Junior Takeover talks breeding, ambassadorship and involvement.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/09/teat-size-and-udder-suspension
Calving is the time to collect scores on dams’ udders.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/angus-advisor-southern-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/07/by-the-numbers
Genetic selection for carcass traits in the Angus breed stands as a cornerstone of the livestock industry, ensuring the continued production of high-quality protein that meets consumer demands.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/05/to-please-the-lord
How foot scores fit an Angus operation’s goals of serving the industry.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/04/an-angus-issue-an-industry-issue-or-no-issue-at-all
The Angus Conversation explored Bovine Congestive Heart Failure with guests Randall Spare, Darrell Stevenson, and Kelli Retallick-Riley.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/05/producers-to-be-paid-grid-premiums-for-anguslink-beef-scores
The American Angus Association; National Beef Packing Co., LLC; IMI Global; and U.S. Premium Beef, LLC, announce new grid premiums to take effect in August and December, based on genetic merit data.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/the-evolution-of-maternal-indexes
Understanding $M and $W in the Angus breed.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/08/angus-releases-new-teat-and-udder-research-epds
New research EPDs, tools released by the American Angus Association and Angus Genetics Inc., help cattlemen prioritizing maternal traits.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/01
Angus is a genetic powerhouse founded on the dedication of breeders.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/08/genes-and-goals
Advancing genetic selection in Angus cattle.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2023/01/in-the-drivers-seat
How Angus breeders will maintain the lead, improve margin.
/angus-media/angus-journal/podcast/the-angus-conversation-season-5/e2-gardiner
Gardiner Angus Ranch started with a Kansas homestead, a willingness to work and a quest to stay curious. From “pay it forward” and “there is no downside to marbling,” Mark Gardiner shares both life advice and breeding philosophy, covering everything from the history to today.