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AJ Daily

Angus Journalwww.angusjournal.net
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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11-28-23 McCurry awarded inaugural Young Breeder Award; create family memories at CattleCon24; Dillard to retire as dean of the UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

11-28-23 AJ Daily McCurry Awarded Inaugural Young Breeder Award Adapted from a release by Max Stewart, Angus Communications Create Family Memories at CattleCon24 Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Helene Dillard to Retire as Dean of the UC Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Adapted from a release by Caren Weintraub, University of California, Davis Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal....

Nov 28, 20234 min

11-27-23 Angus summer opportunities; how much a pound of supplement earns; a business case for using EPDs; Farm Bureau invites 4-H, FFA and Junior MANRRS to experience 'New Frontiers' at annual convention

11-27-23 AJ Daily Angus Summer Opportunities Adapted from an article by Megan Silveira, associate editor, Angus Journal How Much Does a Pound of Supplement Earn? SPONSORED CONTENT A Business Case for Using EPDs Adapted from an article by Angie Denton, Kansas State University Farm Bureau Invites 4-H, FFA and Junior MANRRS to Experience ‘New Frontiers’ at Annual Convention Adapted from a release by Sydney Garrett, American Farm Bureau Federation Compiled by Heather Lassen, special projects editor ...

Nov 27, 20234 min

11-22-23 Jumping in: Bruner, Hall join The Angus Conversation; get your cattle noticed: Angus Media's Black Friday sale; Certified Angus Beef: don't miss the best sale of the season; help the Animal Agriculture Alliance advance animal agriculture

11-22-23 AJ Daily Jumping In: Bruner, Hall join The Angus Conversation to Share Direct-to-Consumer Beef Marketing Journey and Experience With CAB’s Ranch to Table Pilot Project Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media Get Your Cattle Noticed: Angus Media’s Black Friday Sale Adapted from a release by Angus Media Certified Angus Beef: Don’t Miss the Best Sale of the Season Adapted from a release by Certified Angus Beef Help the Animal Agriculture Alliance Advance Animal Agriculture Ad...

Nov 22, 20235 min

11-21-23 Panelists talk capturing value during Angus Convention; office closure; cattle on feed; Montana singer to perform national anthem at CattleCon24

11-21-23 AJ Daily Panelists Talk Capturing Value During Angus Convention Adapted from a release by Sarah Kocher, Angus Communications Office Closure Adapted from a release by Angus Media Cattle on Feed Adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group Montana Singer to Perform National Anthem at CattleCon24 Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit Angu...

Nov 21, 20235 min

11-20-23: another fiscal year for American Angus Association, details about the cause of cattle abortions and an announcement about leadership with the Animal Agriculture Alliance board

11-20-23 American Angus Association Concludes a Strong Fiscal Year Adapted from a release by Katelyn Engel, Angus Communications Investigating the Cause of Cattle Abortions: When to Involve Your Veterinarian and What Happens Next Adapted from a release by Matt Hille & David Steffen, University of Nebraska–Lincoln Dairy Management Inc.'s Lisa McComb Appointed Chair-elect of Animal Agriculture Alliance Board Adapted from a release by Emily Ellis, Animal Agriculture Alliance Visit AngusJournal....

Nov 20, 20234 min

11-17-23 Alternative feed sources; Farm Bill extension; Ag Emissions and Soil Carbon Modeling Project partnership

Alternative Feeds When Traditional Sources are Expensive Adapted from an article by Heather Smith Thomas for Angus Beef Bulletin Cattle Producers Praise Farm Bill Extension, Urges for Swift Passage Adapted from a release by National Cattlemen’s Beef Association NFU Encouraged by Farm Bill Extension, Urges Timely Passage of Five-Year Bill Adapted from a release by Ross Hettervig, National Farmers Union ESMC Partners with HabiTerre for Ag Emissions and Soil Carbon Modeling Project Adapted from a r...

Nov 17, 20235 min

11-16-23 Effects of lower corn prices on feeding cost of gain for cattle finishing; cost of Thanksgiving dinner down slightly; congressional members support sheep industry investigation; FDA grants supplemental claims for dairy, beef replacement heifers

11-16-23 AJ Daily Effects of Lower Corn Prices on Feeding Cost of Gain for Cattle Finishing Adapted from an article by Michael Langemeier, Purdue University Cost of Thanksgiving Dinner Down Slightly From Record High in 2022 Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation Bipartisan Group of Congressional Members Support Sheep Industry Investigation Adapted from a release by R-CALF USA FDA Grants Supplemental Claims for Dairy and Beef Replacement Heifers Adapted from a release by Ka...

Nov 16, 20235 min

11-15-23 Recipients of grand prize giveaways win big at Angus Convention; cattlemen object to Biden administration's plan to introduce grizzly bears in Pacific Northwest; farmers can expect limited disaster support from the latest ERP reboot

11-15-23 AJ Daily Recipients of Grand Prize Giveaways Win Big at Angus Convention Adapted from a release by Katelyn Engel, Angus Communications Cattlemen Object to Biden Administration’s Plan to Introduce Grizzly Bears in Pacific Northwest Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Farmers Can Expect Limited Disaster Support From the Latest ERP Reboot Adapted from a release by Daniel Munch, American Farm Bureau Federation Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Jou...

Nov 15, 20234 min

11-14-23 Angus enthusiasts experience Angus Convention; NFU releases 2023 Farmer's Share of Thanksgiving food dollar; FFA, 4-H members receive free admission to NCBA Trade Show at CattleCon24; keep risky habits out of the kitchen this Thanksgiving

11-14-23 AJ Daily Angus Enthusiasts Experience Angus Convention Adapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications NFU Releases 2023 Farmer’s Share of Thanksgiving Food Dollar Adapted from a release by Ross Hettervig, National Farmers Union FFA and 4-H Members Receive Free Admission to NCBA Trade Show at CattleCon24 Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Keep Risky Habits Out of the Kitchen This Thanksgiving Adapted from a release by the USDA Compiled by ...

Nov 14, 20235 min

11-13-23 ROV winners awarded at 2023 Angus Convention; USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates: livestock; NCBA again strongly opposes USDA's decision to allow Paraguayan beef imports

11-13-23 AJ Daily Roll of Victory Winners Awarded at the 2023 Angus Convention Adapted from a release by Amber Wahlgren, Angus Communications USDA World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates: Livestock Adapted from a release by the USDA NCBA Again Strongly Opposes USDA’s Decision to Allow Paraguayan Beef Imports Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJour...

Nov 13, 20234 min

11-10-23 Lower cattle numbers, higher optimism; top sire honored at Angus Convention; R-CALF applauds new origin requirements for USDA food purchases; cattle producers commend Biden administration for competition initiative

11-10-23 AJ Daily Lower Cattle Numbers, Higher Optimism Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media Top Sire Honored at the 2023 Angus Convention Adapted from a release by Amber Wahlgren, Angus Communications R-CALF USA Applauds New Origin Requirements for USDA Food Purchases Adapted from a release by R-CALF USA Cattle Producers Commend Biden Administration for Competition Initiative Adapted from a release by Lia Biondo, United States Cattlemen’s Association Compiled by Paige Nelson, f...

Nov 10, 20236 min

Brinkley on Lower Cattle Numbers, Higher Optimism

Angus breeders have long focused on what drives ultimate demand for their genetics: consumer demand. Jim Brinkley, Milan, Mo., who served as the Certified Angus Beef (CAB) Board chair this past year, shares that’s more evident than ever in this year where fed cattle numbers declined 3%, but supply increased slightly. CAB sales totaled 1.227 billion pounds. “CAB with what they’ve accomplished this year and the future sure looks bright for them,” Brinkley says. “Quality beef, it's not going to go ...

Nov 10, 20236 min

11-9-23 Progress behind, progress ahead: Pollard looks forward to year as president of the Board; middle meats and supply driving fourth-quarter spreads; USDA announces progress to further competition in ag, level playing field for farmers; NFU statement

11-9-23 AJ Daily Progress Behind, Progress Ahead Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media Middle Meats and Supply Driving Fourth-Quarter Spreads Adapted from a release by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef USDA Announces Progress to Further Competition in Agriculture, Level Playing Field for Farmers Adapted from a release by the USDA NFU Statement on Finalized USDA Poultry Transparency Rule Adapted from a release by Ross Hettervig, National Farmers Union Compiled by Paige Nelson, fi...

Nov 09, 20234 min

Pollard on Progress Behind, Progress Ahead

When you’re No. 1, it takes internal drive to keep pushing forward. Barry Pollard, recently elected president and chairman of the American Angus Association Board of Directors, says the breed has that going for it. From staff to Board members to involved breeders at every level, they’ve been making improvements this past year and he says he looks to continue that in the coming year. They’ve added new expected progeny differences (EPDs), and while that may seem overwhelming to some, Pollard says,...

Nov 09, 20238 min

11-8-23 Remaining relevant: access to data, coordination and competition; CAB Insider: market update; mouthfeel of food determines whether people go back for seconds; foreign investment in U.S. ag land: the latest numbers

11-8-23 AJ Daily Remaining Relevant: Access to Data, Coordination and Competition Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media CAB Insider: Market Update Adapted from an article by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef Mouthfeel of Food Determines Whether People Go Back for Seconds Adapted from a release by Kay Ledbetter, Texas A&M AgriLife Foreign Investment in U.S. Ag Land — The Latest Numbers Adapted from a Market Intel article by Daniel Munch, American Farm Bureau Federation Compil...

Nov 08, 20235 min

Perry: A Positive Bottom Line Bodes Well for Angus Membership

A conservative approach to the budget, while remaining aggressive in delivering tools and services — that’s how newly elected vice president and vice chairman of the Board, Jonathan Perry, Fayetteville, Tenn., describes the American Angus Association’s approach to financials. Every entity had a positive bottom line, and managed to balance revenue even as inflation grew costs as well. The Association has a strong investment portfolio, which rebounded to an 11% gain after last year’s 15% loss. Nea...

Nov 07, 20238 min

11-7-23 Positive bottom line bodes well for Angus membership; American Angus Association concludes a strong fiscal year; USDA announces early release of select commodity tables for Agricultural Projections to 2033; cattle market volatility increasing risk

11-7-23 AJ Daily A Positive Bottom Line Bodes Well for Angus Membership Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media American Angus Association Concludes a Strong Fiscal Year Adapted from a release by Katelyn Engel, Angus Communications USDA Announces Early Release of Select Commodity Tables for Agricultural Projections to 2033 Adapted from a release by the USDA Cattle Market Volatility Increasing Risk for Farmers, May Lead to Record Beef Prices Adapted from a Market Intel article by Be...

Nov 07, 20236 min

11-6-23 New leadership elected to the American Angus Association Board; backgrounding cattle; ranking member David Scott calls for extension of 2018 Farm Bill; AFBF celebrates court order that EPA follow science; Daily Livestock Report: HPAI update

11-6-23 AJ Daily New Leadership Elected to the American Angus Association Board of Directors Adapted from a release by Katelyn Engel, Angus Communications Backgrounded Cattle are a Special Breed Adapted from an article by Chr. Hansen Ranking Member David Scott Calls for One-Year Extension of 2018 Farm Bill Adapted from a release by the House Agriculture Democrats AFBF Celebrates Court Order That EPA Follow Science Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation Daily Livestock Repo...

Nov 06, 20237 min

11-03-23 Good from the start: learning to manage young bulls properly can pay dividends; 2024 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame honorees announced; Secretary Vilsack highlights USDA's commitment to future generations in agriculture

11-03-23 AJ Daily Good from the Start: Learning to Manage Young Bulls Properly Can Pay Dividends Adapted from an article by Megan Silveira, Angus Journal 2024 Cattle Feeders Hall of Fame Honorees Announced Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Secretary Vilsack Highlights USDA’s Commitment to Future Generations in Agriculture Adapted from a release by the USDA Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit A...

Nov 03, 20234 min

11-2-23 American Angus Association offers internship opportunities; apply today to become beef spokesperson; NFU welcomes Biden administration landmark investments in rural America

11-2-23 AJ Daily American Angus Association Offers Internship Opportunities Adapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications Apply Today to Become Beef Spokesperson Adapted from a release by the Beef Checkoff NFU Welcomes Biden Administration Landmark Investments in Rural America Adapted from a release by Ross Hettervig, National Farmers Union Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to s...

Nov 02, 20235 min

11-1-23 Applications open for 2024 Young Cattlemen's Conference; registration now open for USDA's 100th Agricultural Outlook Forum; USDA bolsters investments in international trade and food aid

11-1-23 AJ Daily Applications Open for 2024 Young Cattlemen’s Conference Adapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications Registration is Now Open for USDA’s 100th Agricultural Outlook Forum Adapted from a release by the USDA USDA Bolsters Investments in International Trade and Food Aid Adapted from a release by the USDA Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscribe....

Nov 01, 20234 min

10-31-23 Alabama farm recognized as Historic Angus Herd; sustainable, soy-based household products; Culver's announces its ninth-annual FFA essay contest winners

10-31-23 AJ Daily Alabama Farm Recognized as Historic Angus Herd Adapted from a release by Amber Wahlgren, Angus Communications Hiding in Plain Sight: Sustainable, Soy-based Household Products Adapted from a release by the U.S. Farmers and Ranchers in Action Culver’s Announces its Ninth Annual FFA Essay Contest Winners Adapted from a release by Culvers Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor for the Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to...

Oct 31, 20234 min

10-30-23 Full Circle Online Auction; Daily Livestock Report: more cattle now, even fewer cattle later; Beltway Beef podcast; agriculture secretary on the ERS 2022 Household Food Security in the U.S. report

10-30-23 AJ Daily Full Circle Online Auction Adapted from a release by the American Angus Auxiliary Daily Livestock Report for 10/25/23: More Cattle Now, Even Fewer Cattle Later Adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group Beltway Beef Podcast: NCBA Update — What the New Speaker of the House Means for the Cattle Industry Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen's Beef Association Ag Secretary on the Economic Research Service's 2022 Household Food Security in the U.S. Re...

Oct 30, 20235 min

10-27-23 Interview with Board of Directors Candidate Jerry Theis; with freeze in the forecast, remember the risk of prussic acid poisoning; USDA publishes new standards for organic livestock and poultry production

10-27-23 AJ Daily Jerry Theis Runs for Angus Board Adapted from a release by Julie Mais, Angus Journal With Freeze in the Forecast, Remember the Risk of Prussic Acid Poisoning Adapted from a release by Iowa State University USDA Publishes New Standards for Organic Livestock and Poultry Production Adapted from a release by the USDA Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net for more and to subscribe....

Oct 27, 20234 min

10-26-23 Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program internship, host ranch applications open; CAB brand sales third-best in 45-year history; AFBF congratulates Rep. Johnson on speaker election; Environmental Stewardship Award program nominations open

10-26-23 AJ Daily Angus/Talon Youth Educational Learning Program Internship and Host Ranch Applications Open Adapted from a release by Peyton Schmitt, Angus Communications CAB Brand Sales Third-Best in 45-Year History Adapted from an article by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef AFBF Congratulates Rep. Johnson on Speaker Election Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation 2024 Environmental Stewardship Award Program Nominations Now Open Adapted from a release by the National C...

Oct 26, 20235 min

10-25-23 Interview with Board of Directors Candidate Darrell Stevenson; AGI releases Functional Longevity research EPD; CAB Insider: market update; vote in NCBA's National Anthem Contest; adding crushed rock to farmland pulls carbon out of the air

10-25-23 AJ Daily Get to Know Darrell Stevenson, 2023 Board Candidate Adapted from a release by Julie Mais, Angus Journal Angus Genetics, Inc., Releases Functional Longevity Research EPD Adapted from releases by Esther Tarpoff and Sarah Kocher, American Angus Association CAB Insider: Market Update Adapted from an article by Paul Dykstra, Certified Angus Beef Public Invited to Vote for Winner of NCBA’s National Anthem Contest Adapted from a release by the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Add...

Oct 25, 20236 min

10-24-23 Efficiency, innovation, abundant opportunities and disagreeing gracefully; succession planning; USDA releases assessment on ag and forestry in carbon markets; FACA commends USDA's progress on GCSA implementation; fed-cattle futures

10-24-23 AJ Daily Efficiency, Innovation, Abundant Opportunities and Disagreeing Gracefully Adapted from a release by Miranda Reiman, Angus Media Factors Affecting Succession Planning Adapted from a release by Margaret Lippsmeyer, Michael Langemeier, James Mintert and Nathan Thompson, Purdue University USDA Releases Assessment on Agriculture and Forestry in Carbon Markets Adapted from a release by the USDA FACA Commends USDA’s Progress on Growing Climate Solutions Act Implementation Adapted from...

Oct 24, 20236 min

10-23-23 Interview with Board of Directors Candidate Charles Mogck; Federal budget woes delay new Farm Bill progress; Farm Bureau women sharpen skills at communications boot camp

10-23-23 AJ Daily Listen Now: Charles Mogck Runs for the Angus Board Adapted from a release by Julie Mais, Angus Journal Federal Budget Woes Delay New Farm Bill Progress Adapted from a release by Gail Ellis, Oklahoma State University Extension Ten-Hut! Farm Bureau Women Sharpen Skills at Communications Boot Camp Adapted from a release by the American Farm Bureau Federation Compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor, Angus Journal. For more Angus news, visit angusjournal.net. Visit AngusJournal.net f...

Oct 23, 20234 min

10-20-23 Interview with Board of Directors Candidate Smitty Lamb; information about U.S. seasonal produce; release data for feeder cattle imports; and an announcement from the USDA

10-20-23 Get to Know Smitty Lamb, 2023 Angus Board Candidate — Adapted from a release by Julie Mais, Angus Journal The Battle for U.S. Seasonal Produce — Adapted from a release by Zippy Duvall, American Farm Bureau Federation Daily Livestock Report for 10/20/2023 — Feeder Cattle Imports and Impact on September Placements — Adapted from a report by Len Steiner, Steiner Consulting Group USDA Announces 2024 Tribal Scholarships and Fellowships — Adapted from a release by the USDA The AJ Daily is com...

Oct 20, 20235 min

10-19-23 Certified Angus Beef’s successful year, safety tips when working with grain bins, and data from USDA about consumer food spending trends

10-19-23 Certified Angus Beef Celebrates 45th Year with Strong Sales Adapted from a release by Lindsay Graber Runft and Jessica Travis, Certified Angus Beef Prepare Grain Bins Responsibly Using These Safety Tips A dapted from a release by Kristina TeBockhorst, Iowa State University Consumer Food Spending Away from Home on the Rise Adapted from a release by Gary Joiner, Texas Farm Bureau The AJ Daily is compiled by Paige Nelson, field editor for the Angus Journal . For more angus news, visit angu...

Oct 19, 20233 min
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