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AJ Daily

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The AJ Daily is a compilation of Angus industry news; information about hot topics in the beef industry; and updates about upcoming shows, sales and events. News comes from material authored by staff of the Angus Journal, the American Angus Association, the Angus Foundation and Certified Angus Beef LLC (CAB), as well as state extension specialists and other experts in the industry.
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4-28-21 Timed AI, conservation strategies, R-CALF meeting to discuss 30x30, and the Choice-Select spread

4-28-21 AJ Daily Is Timed AI Right for Your Herd? Adapted from a release by Whitney Whitaker, American Angus Association Six Conservation Strategies for Your Angus Operation to Last Generations Adapted from an article by Kindra Gordon, field editor, Angus Journal R-CALF USA Director/Property Rights Chair Hosts 30x30 Virtual Meeting with Margaret Byfield Adapted from a release by R-CALF USA Choice-Select Spread Adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group Today's AJ Daily was co...

Apr 28, 20217 min

4-27-21 New food habits, NCBA legislative conference, new Beef. It's What's For Dinner sustainability campaign

4-27-21 AJ Daily New Food Habits Adapted from an article by Jennifer Dimas, Colorado State University NCBA Members Put “Boots On The Hill” During 2021 Legislative Conference Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Beef. It’s What’s For Dinner. Brand Launches Sustainability Campaign Adapted from a release by the Beef Checkoff Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscr...

Apr 27, 20214 min

4-26-21 Registration papers, AIM for Climate, AFBF comments on 30x30, USDA announces investments in rural infrastructure

4-26-21 AJ Daily Association Perspective: Ask For the Registration Papers Adapted from commentary by Radale Tiner, American Angus Association. Launching Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate Adapted from a release by the U.S. Department of State Farm Bureau: Conservation Advances Must Do No Harm Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation On Earth Day, USDA Invests $487 Million in Rural Water, Energy, and Biofuel Infrastructure Adapted from a release by the USDA. Compiled ...

Apr 26, 20215 min

4-23-21 Raising the Bar Conference, PAUSE Act, feed cost inflation

4-23-21 AJ Daily Raising the Bar 2021 — Angus in Auburn Adapted from a release by Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications Initiative 16 ( PAUSE Act ) In Colorado Adapted from a release by Jaclyn Krymowski, Protect the Harvest Feed Cost Inflation Adapted from a release by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscribe....

Apr 23, 20213 min

4-22-21 National Junior Angus Show, study on stepped-up basis, USDA expands CRP

4-22-21 AJ Daily The Grandest Show in Grand Island , adapted from a release by Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications. Study Finds Repealing Stepped-Up Basis Tax Provision Will Eliminate Thousands of Jobs, Take Billions Out of Economy Annually, adapted from releases by the American Farm Bureau Federation and the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. USDA Expands and Renews Conservation Reserve Program , adapted from a release by the USDA. Today's AJ Daily was compiled by Paige Nelson, field edit...

Apr 22, 20214 min

4-21-21 Stable fly research, the Growing Climate Solutions Act, fed cattle market update

4-21-21 AJ Daily Forget the Fly Swatter, adapted from an article by Michael Miller, University of Cincinnati. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/04apr21/0421fp_StableFlies.html Growing Climate Solutions Act Improves Credibility of Carbon Markets, NFU Says; adapted from a release by Hannah Packman, National Farmers Union. https://nfu.org/2021/04/20/growing-climate-solutions-act-improves-credibility-of-carbon-markets-nfu-says/ Farm Bureau Supports New Growing Climate Solutions Act, adapte...

Apr 21, 20215 min

4-20-21 Mycoplasma bovis, R-Calf sends letter concerning USMCA, Texas A&M AgriLife research on salinity of the Rio Grande

4-20-21 AJ Daily Mycoplasma Bovis : An Increasingly Frustrating Challenge, adapted from an article by Heather Smith Thomas, Angus Beef Bulletin. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321hn_B_Mycoplasma.html R-CALF Sends Letter to USTR and USDA Concerning USMCA, adapted from a release by R-CALF USA. https://www.r-calfusa.com/many-ranch-groups-send-letter-to-ustr-usda-seeking-relief-from-usmca/ Rio Grande Salinity Drives Innovation, Change in Agriculture, adapted from a release by C...

Apr 20, 20214 min

4-19-21 Livestock windbreaks, Angus University cattle nutrition webinar, and controlling winter weeds

4-19-21 AJ Daily Guidelines for Livestock Windbreaks, adapted from an article by Kiernan Brandt, South Dakota State University Extension http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321mg_Windbreaks.html Evolution of the Cow, Evolution of Nutrition Webinar Announced, adapted from a release by Jera Pipkin, American Angus Association. Register here https://www.angus.org/media/news/fullarticle?aiid=!ENC!DAAAAFxT0hcBFc8rmFQISAF3kEs%3d&lstitle=!ENC!gAAAAJQVp1N5eEeKLzrPaY6H2qkZW2NNvCelaZI2...

Apr 19, 20214 min

4-16-21 Market update, retail sales, Angus U Lunch and Learn sessions announced

4-16-21 AJ Daily Looking Ahead To Marketing Spring Calves, adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef LLC. http://certifiedangusbeef.activehosted.com/index.php?action=social&chash=2afe4567e1bf64d32a5527244d104cea.799&s=518854d3ffea08bc0136b8b891803ea5 Retail Sales, adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group. https://www.dailylivestockreport.com/documents/dlr%2004-16-21.pdf Angus U Lunch and Learn Sessions, adapted from a release by Jera Pipkin, Ameri...

Apr 16, 20213 min

4-15-21 Market update, assistance for producers in Klamath Basin, HAULS Act is introduced in the House

4-15-21 AJ Daily CAB Insider: Market Update, adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef LLC. http://certifiedangusbeef.activehosted.com/index.php?action=social&chash=2afe4567e1bf64d32a5527244d104cea.799&s=518854d3ffea08bc0136b8b891803ea5 USDA Allocates Up to $10 Million to Assist Producers Affected by Drought in Klamath River Basin, adapted from a release by the USDA. https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2021/04/14/usda-allocates-10-million-partner-california-and-o...

Apr 15, 20214 min

4-14 Angus election, Angus Foundation golf tournament, cattle market update, and NJAA mini-webinar announced

4-14-21 AJ Daily Angus Election Underway, adapted from a release by the American Angus Association. https://www.angusjournal.net/post/angus-election-under-way Angus Foundation to Host Annual Golf Tournament, adapted from a release by Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications. https://www.angusjournal.net/post/angus-foundation-to-host-annual-golf-tournament Beef, Cattle Prices on the Rise, adapted from a release by Adam Russell, Texas AgriLife Communications. https://agrilifetoday.tamu.edu/2021/04/13...

Apr 14, 20215 min

4-13-21 Old lessons, new challenges; Choice boxed beef market; and free online course for women in agriculture

4-13-21 AJ Daily Old Lessons, New Challenges — Lessons learned From the Dust Bowl, adapted from an article by Miranda Reiman, Certified Angus Beef LLC. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321mg_B_Challenges.html Choice Boxed Beef, adapted from a release by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group. https://www.dailylivestockreport.com/documents/dlr%2004-13-21.pdf Free Online Annie’s Project Course Begins in May, adapted from a release by Karisha Devlin, MU Extension. https://extensi...

Apr 13, 20215 min

4-12-21 Managing cow-calf pairs in a wet spring, WASDE report, and high input costs and drought present challenges to forage producers

4-12-21 AJ Daily Managing Cow-calf Pairs with Excess Spring Moisture, adapted from an article by Olivia Amundson, South Dakota State University Extension; and Taylor Grussing, former SDSU Extension. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321mg_SpringMoisture.html World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates, adapted from a release by the USDA. https://www.usda.gov/oce/commodity/wasde/wasde0421.pdf Forage Producers Face High Input Costs, Drought, adapted from a release by Adam Rus...

Apr 12, 20214 min

4-9-21 Safety in the fields, statement on the Western water crisis, world cattle markets

4-9-21 AJ Daily Stay Safe As You Enter The Fields, adapted from an article by Safe Electricity. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp-B-YHelectricity.html Joint Statement from Interior Secretary and Agriculture Secretary on the Western Water Crisis, adapted from a release by the Department of the Interior. https://www.doi.gov/news/joint-statement-interior-secretary-deb-haaland-and-agriculture-secretary-tom-vilsack-western#:~:text=Secretary's%20Schedules%20%E2%80%93%20Archive...

Apr 09, 20214 min

4-8-21 Sources of stress for farmers, an opportunity for ag entrepreneurs, and an upcoming animal agriculture summit is announced

4-8-21 AJ Daily Health Care and Weather Distressing Farmers, adapted from an article by Alayna DeMartini, Ohio State University Extension. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp_B_HealthCare.html Farm Bureau Seeks Dynamic Entrepreneurs with Solutions to Today’s Farm and Rural Challenges, adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation. https://www.fb.org/newsroom/farm-bureau-seeks-dynamic-entrepreneurs-with-solutions-to-todays-farm- Overcoming Obstacles: Farm Se...

Apr 08, 20214 min

4-7-21 Controlling annual weeds, the Preserving Family Farms Act, fed cattle market update

4-7-21 AJ Daily Weather Wet or Dry, Spray Annual Weeds Early, adapted from an article by Corteva Agriscience. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp_B_SprayEarly.html Preserving Family Farms Act: A Permanent Solution to a Generational Issue, adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. https://www.ncba.org/newsreleases.aspx?newsid=7460 Relationship of Fed Cattle and Cutout, adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group. https://www.dai...

Apr 07, 20213 min

4-6-21 Consider clover, USDA reports milestone in conservation easements, new educator grants announced

4-6-21 AJ Daily 10 Reasons to Consider Clover, adapted from an article by Megan Silveira, Angus Journal. https://www.angusjournal.net/post/10-reasons-to-consider-clover USDA Recognizes 5 Million Acres Enrolled in Conservation Easements, adapted from a release by the USDA. https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2021/04/02/usda-recognizes-5-million-acres-enrolled-conservation-easements Ag Foundation Announces New Educator Grants Honoring Christy Lilja’s Legacy, adapted from a release by the Ame...

Apr 06, 20214 min

4-5-21 Nutrition for a successful breeding season, AFBF joins national campaign to boost vaccine confidence, and grain market outlook and

4-5-21 AJ Daily Investing in Breeding Season, adapted from an article by Megan Silveira, Angus Journal . https://www.angusjournal.net/post/investing-in-breeding-season-success AFBF Joins National Campaign to Boost Vaccine Confidence, adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dWviDS2C_DM Grain Market Expectations, adapted from a release by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group. https://www.dailylivestockreport.com/documents/dlr%2004-01-21.pdf C...

Apr 05, 20213 min

4-1-21 CAB Insider, results of grizzly bear status review, suggestions for recordkeeping, and a new study on losses due to black vultures

4-1-21 AJ Daily CAB Insider: Market Update, adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef, LLC. https://www.cabcattle.com/newsroom/cab-insider/ FWS Keeps ESA Status for Grizzly Bears Despite Recovered Populations, adapted from a release by the Public Lands Council. https://www.ncba.org/newsreleases.aspx?newsid=7456#:~:text=The%20five%2Dyear%20assessment%20concluded,across%20the%20entire%20species%20range.&text=In%20the%2046%20years%20since,remarkable%20success%20story%20of%20r...

Apr 01, 20215 min

3-31-21 Bringing relevance, improving herd reproductivity, Farm Bureau comments on recent proposals, and new calf care and quality assurance program

3-31-21 AJ Daily Bringing Relevance and Value to the Beef Industry, adapted from a release by Holly Martin, Angus Communications. http://www.angus.org/Pub/Newsroom/Releases/033021-mccullyatasas.aspx Overcoming Your Herd’s Biggest Reproductive Obstacle, adapted from an article by Megan Silveira, Angus Journal . https://www.angusjournal.net/post/overcoming-your-herd-s-biggest-reproductive-obstacle Farm Bureau Opposes Proposals to Eliminate Stepped-Up Basis and Impose Capital Gains Taxes at Death, ...

Mar 31, 20215 min

3-30-21 Positives in sustainable cattle production, hotline for Pennsylvania farmers, propane incentive program, and an upcoming virtual ag summit

3-30-21 AJ Daily Embracing the Positives in Sustainable Cattle Production, adapted from an article by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp-Sustainability.html Farmers Receive Livestock Advice from Penn State Extension Hotline, adapted from a release by Penn State Extension. https://extension.psu.edu/animals-and-livestock PERC Celebrates 100+ Farms Supported Through Propane Farm Incentive Program, adapted from a release by the Propa...

Mar 30, 20215 min

3-29-21 Auxiliary scholarships, PLC legislative conference, beef artificial insemination school

3-29-21 AJ Daily American Angus Auxiliary Scholarship Applications Due May 1, adapted from a release by Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications. http://www.angus.org/Pub/Newsroom/Releases/032621-angus-aux-scholarship.aspx PLC Fosters Dialogue at Legislative Conference, adapted from a release by the Public Lands Council. http://publiclandscouncil.org/2021/03/26/plc-fosters-dialogue-at-legislative-conference/ Beef Artificial Insemination School is April 9-10 , adapted from a release by Heather Conro...

Mar 29, 20214 min

3-26-21 Wildfire risk, RFID lawsuit, scholarships for rural nurses

3-26-21 AJ Daily Weather Patterns Increase Risk of Wildfires, adapted from an article by Pat Melgares, K-State Research and Extension. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp_WildfireRisk.html R-CALF Statement on Mandatory RFID Lawsuit, adapted from a release by R-CALF USA. https://www.r-calfusa.com/ranch-group-declares-another-victory-in-fight-to-stop-mandatory-rfid/ Scholarships Available for Rural Nurses to Obtain Training to Support Missouri Farmers and Ranchers, adapted f...

Mar 26, 20214 min

3-25-21 Scholarships, new USDA programs, spot-market bill introduced

3-25-21 AJ Daily Angus Foundation Scholarship Applications Open Now, adapted from a release by Karen Hiltbrand, Angus Communications. http://www.angus.org/Pub/Newsroom/Releases/032421-af-scholarship-applications.aspx USDA Announces ‘Pandemic Assistance for Producers’ to Distribute Resources More Equitably, adapted from a release by the USDA. https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2021/03/24/after-identifying-gaps-previous-aid-usda-announces-pandemic Senators Introduce Spot Market Bill, adapte...

Mar 25, 20215 min

3-24-21 Beef industry changes, update on nutrition assistance policy, and AFBF statement on John Newton joining Senate ag committee staff

3-24-21 AJ Daily Times, They Are A-Changin’, adapted from an article by Pat Melgares, Kansas State University. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp_PandemicChanges.html Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on D.C. Circuit Court’s Decision Regarding ABAWDs Rule, adapted from a release by the USDA. https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2021/03/24/statement-agriculture-secretary-tom-vilsack-dc-circuit-courts Statement on AFBF’s John Newton Joining Senate Ag Committee Staff, a...

Mar 24, 20214 min

3-23-21 Drought, National Agriculture Day, SNAP benefits increasing, PLC conference

3-23-21 AJ Daily Are You Prepared for Drought? Adapted from a release by Kindra Gordon, Angus Beef Bulletin . http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/03mar21/0321fp_Drought.html National Agriculture Day 2021, adapted from a release by U.S. President Joseph R. Biden Jr. https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/03/22/a-proclamation-on-national-agriculture-day-2021/ USDA Increases SNAP Benefits Up To $100 Per Household with Funding from American Rescue Plan, adapted fr...

Mar 23, 20215 min

3-22-21 Market closeout, women in the cattle industry, and AFBF congratulates Katherine Tai

3-22-21 AJ Daily Market Closeout, adapted from an article by Troy Marshall, American Angus Association. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/02feb21/0221mk-B-MarketCloseout.html Lesser-Known Faces of the Cattle Industry: Young Women Herding Family, School, Careers and Cattle, adapted from a release by Michelle Yi Alexander, National Cattlemen's Beef Association. https://www.multivu.com/players/English/8867551-ncba-womens-history-month-national-ag-day/ AFBF Congratulates USTR Katherine Tai...

Mar 22, 20213 min

3-19-21 Vaccine efficacy vs. safety, discussion on the HAULS Act and the Farm Workforce Modernization Act, and a market update

3-19-21 AJ Daily Efficacy vs. Safety, adapted from an article by Heather Smith Thomas, Angus Beef Bulletin. http://www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/02feb21/0221hn_B_VaccineType.html Beltway Beef Podcast: An Industry Perspective on the HAULS Act , adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association. https://soundcloud.com/beltway-beef/an-industry-perspective-on-the-hauls-act NFU Supports Farm Workforce Modernization Act , adapted from a release by Hannah Packman, National Farm...

Mar 19, 20214 min

3-18-21 Angus surpasses 20 million registrations, market update, HAULS Act, and meals for hungry Americans

3-18-21 AJ Daily Angus Surpasses 20 Million Registrations, adapted from a release by Whitney Whitaker, Angus Communications. To learn more, visit https://www.angusjournal.net/post/angus-surpasses-20-million-registrations . CAB Insider: Market Update, adapted from an article by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef, LLC. To read more, go to http://certifiedangusbeef.activehosted.com/index.php?action=social&chash=e4bb4c5173c2ce17fd8fcd40041c068f.777&s=518854d3ffea08bc0136b8b891803ea5 . NCBA S...

Mar 18, 20215 min

3-17-21 Winter pet care, protecting family-owned businesses, meals for troops, farm dog contest

3-17-21 AJ Daily Winter Pet Care Questions Answered, adapted from an article by Valley Vet. www.angusbeefbulletin.com/extra/2021/0…PetCare.html Rep. Smith and Rep. Bishop Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Protect Family-owned Businesses, adapted from a release by U.S. Rep. Jason Smith. jasonsmith.house.gov/newsroom/docum…ocumentID=3483 National Guard Troops in D.C. Receive Meals from Founding Farmers, adapted from a release by NFU. nfu.org/2021/03/16/national-g…rom-founding-farmers/ Farm Burea...

Mar 17, 20214 min
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