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Angus Beef Bulletin Genetics topic page providing selection, genomics, the latest tools and more.
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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.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/02/mg_b_evaluating-bull-fertility---scrotal-size-and-shape
A bull’s scrotal size and shape are strong indicators of his fertility and his offspring’s fertility potential.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/03/from-the-editor
Editor Shauna Hermel shares why it is important to keep accuracies and associated possible change in mind when evaluating expected progeny differences.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/01/from-the-editor
Writing a sizable check to bring home the bull(s) that will affect your income for years to come can be a little daunting. Start sooner than later to take pressure off the decision with a little homework.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/01/health-husbandry
In this edition of “Health & Husbandry,” author Brad White shares the importance of breeding soundness exams and offers additional measures you can do at home to ensure bulls are ready to perform at turnout.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q4/comparing-epds-across-breeds
On this episode of Angus At Work, Miranda Reiman visits with Esther Tarpoff, director of performance programs for the American Angus Association, regarding across-breed EPDs and how they’re calculated; the revolutionary nature of having data comparing multiple breeds; the role the U.S. Meat Animal Research Center plays in strengthening the U.S. cattle herd; and much more. Tune in for discussion of across-breed EPD adjustment factors, making comparisons across breeds, and USMARC.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/01/fp_planning-and-self-evaluation-are-key-to-sire-selection
Select sires that complement a cow herd and contribute to the goals of the operation. NDSU Extension specialist offers tips for using the numbers and and other traits to consider.
/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-articles/2025/01/making-connections
Why working with your regional manager can benefit your bull-buying experience.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2024/03/from-the-field
Bull-buying tips from your Association regional managers.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-angus-at-work/2024/q4/bull-buying-thoughts-from-your-angus-regional-managers
2025 will arrive before we know it. Keeping that in mind, our team wanted to give you a sneak peek at our January 2025 Angus Beef Bulletin. Lynsey McAnally checked in with a few regional managers to discuss key considerations when buying bulls and questions you might ask your seedstock provider.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/01/looking-for-a-bull
Sort and search online sale books; Angus makes it easy on the “Current Sale Books” page of www.angus.org.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-articles/2025/01/selecting-a-genetic-supplier
Don’t forget to do your homework. Here are some tips for what questions to ask.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2023/03/mg_sire-distribution-of-calves-after-ftai-and-immediate-bull-exposure
Turning bulls out immediately after timed artificial insemination results in 5%-20% natural-service-sired calves.
/angus-media/angus-beef-bulletin/abb-extra/2025/01/fp_new-years-resolution-for-bull-buyers
This year, resolve to know your herd so you know what you need before you head to the bull sale.
/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/2024/05/data-dive
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.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/angus-advisor-southern-great-plains
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/01/angus-advisor-midwest-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/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/2024/10/angus-advisor-eastern-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/09/for-grandpa
The first PGS bull banner at the NJAS goes to a champion family.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2024/10/angus-advisor-midwest-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/02/repro-tracks
Fertility is at the heart of every successful cattle operation. The ability to consistently produce healthy calves is vital for economic success.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/01/angus-advisor-southern-great-plains
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/01/angus-advisor-western-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/01/angus-advisor-eastern-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
/angus-media/angus-journal/2025/01/angus-advisor-southern-region
Our team of Angus advisors offer regional tips for herd management.
