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Data, Data, Data

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Angus is a genetic powerhouse founded on the dedication of breeders.

Sitz on Carrying on the Legacy, ‘Chasing Balance’ in Cow Herd

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The Angus Conversation season three launches with breeder interview.

Q&A: President's Perspective

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Retiring President Chuck Grove on learning from the past and looking forward during his tenure on the American Angus Association Board of Directors.

Deadline Approaching for January Inventory Reporting/MaternalPlus

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Collecting and submitting whole herd records from culling information on females to recording each calf born takes commitment — the kind of commitment that yearns to progress an operation, drive the breed forward and create the best selection tools.

Refining Maintenance

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Annual updates to the genetic evaluation.

In the Driver's Seat

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How Angus breeders will maintain the lead, improve margin.

Phenotype-Genotype Show Grows Interest in National Junior Angus Show

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Angus junior members show in national Phenotype-Genotype Show in Grand Island, Neb.

Striking Genetic Harmony

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Balancing progress with genomically enhanced EPDs and selection indexes.

The Growth in Electronic Data Submission

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Submitting records electronically has been available to members since before the turn of the century. Members are continuing to embrace the convenience. Are you?

Keeping Models Current Aids in Accurate Genetic Predictions: A Carcass Model Update

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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.

Put Your Data to Work

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Enroll in Inventory Reporting and have the opportunity to earn the MaternalPlus distinction.

The Significance of Bull Scrotal Circumference: A Cornerstone Trait in Beef Breeding for Male Fertility

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Fertility is a crucial economic trait for cattle producers, influencing the profitability and sustainability of cow-calf operations.

The Angus Conversation: Easier Then or Today?

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McCulloh talks authenticity, avoiding distractions, breeding objectives and proven data.

How do you know?

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Angus members are dedicated to quality data collection. With an update alongside the Fall Sire Evaluation Report May 24, phenotypes in the genetic evaluation will be differentiated from those that are not.

A Good Problem to Have

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AGI implements updates to keep up with growing data store.

The Angus Conversation: Treating Male Infertility with Science, Fish Genomics and More

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Plouffe and Brogaard bring new perspective to the topic of genetics.

Information Access and Sorting

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One of the most popular search locations on the American Angus Association homepage continues to be the EPD/Pedigree Lookup feature, as this site receives more than 8 million page views each year.

Across Borders: World Angus Evaluation to Enhance Breeding, Commerce Among Partners

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The Angus Conversation explores what the Oct. 13 release means for producers.

Angus Beef Bulletin

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Welcome to the Angus Beef Bulletin, the commercial cattleman’s Angus connection. Find the information you need to make the most of your investment in Angus genetics. The Angus Beef Bulletin provides news and information on health, genetics, nutrition, marketing and management through a variety of media, including the Angus Beef Bulletin magazine, the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA electronic newsletter and the Angus At Work podcast.

Genetics

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Angus Beef Bulletin Genetics topic page providing selection, genomics, the latest tools and more.

Management

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Angus Beef Bulletin Management topic page providing access to stories on business planning, herd management, land stewardship, facilities solutions and more.

Identifying the Right Bull for Your Operation

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Bull selection is not a “one size fits all” proposition.

Angus Releases Cow Longevity Prediction

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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.

Market Predictions, Keeping Up with Your Cows — Top Stories of 2023

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What cattlemen found valuable this year.

Sorting Gate

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Author Kelli Retallick-Riley shares insight to the genetic tools available to help navigate the future beef industry in this issue’s “Sorting Gate.”

Association Perspective for November 2023

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Regional managers can help you access programs and services of the American Angus Association.

Sorting Gate

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AGI President Kelli Retallick-Riley explains how to utilize the diversity of the breed using tools available through the American Angus Association.