November 8, 2011
The Red Angus Association of America (RAAA) honored members and industry friends at the 2011 Red Angus National Convention held in Durham, N.C., Sept. 15-16. Complete press releases on each of the award winners are available by clicking on the award name. Photos are available as indicated. Breeder of the Year – Ludvigson Stock Farms of…
Read MoreOctober 25, 2011
Red Angus producers meet the challenge to producer higher carcass quality Red Angus ranches and feeders achieved a new level of excellence this year as an outstanding 64 loads of cattle – over 2,500 head – reached tremendous yield and quality combinations to earn Grid Master status. The Red Angus Association of America (RAAA) presented…
Read MoreOctober 25, 2011
Note to Editors: The following producers and feeders were awarded 2011 Grid Master Awards. Complete press releases are available on each of the following. Click on the producers name to move to that press release. Individual photos are available as indicated. Anderson Land & Cattle Co. of Oberlin, Kan.; Feedyard: Anderson Land & Cattle Co. of Oberlin,…
Read MoreOctober 25, 2011
Red Angus producers share ideas for profitability, commend successes While seedstock producers are often in direct competition with fellow breeders to gain market share, they also harbor a spirit of cooperation that brings them together for the betterment of their breed. On Sept. 15–16, Red Angus breeders convened in Durham, N.C., to share marketing ideas,…
Read MoreAugust 24, 2011
Leadership development is essential to ensure a solid future for agriculture. The Junior Red Angus Association (JRA) is strongly rooted in leadership development and focuses on building leaders through programs that strengthen knowledge and life skills in the beef industry. Red Angus juniors have a unique opportunity to develop national-level leadership talent by serving on…
Read MoreAugust 17, 2011
In today’s economy, it’s more important than ever for cattle producers to implement innovative practices that will return more profit on their calf crop. On Sept. 14, producers will glean information from top industry experts on adding value to their natural resources, labor and calf crop at the Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium. The symposium will kick…
Read MoreAugust 17, 2011
In today’s economy, it’s more important than ever for cattle producers to implement innovative practices that will return more profit on their calf crop. On Sept. 14, producers will glean information from top industry experts on adding value to their natural resources, labor and calf crop at the Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium. The symposium will kick…
Read MoreAugust 4, 2011
Red Angus breeders will assemble on the east coast for the Red Angus National Convention Sept. 14 - 16. This year’s convention takes place at the Sheraton Imperial Hotel and Convention Center in Durham, N.C., with a post-convention tour set for Sept. 17. Red Angus producers from across the nation and Canada will convene to…
Read MoreJuly 27, 2011
Junior Red Angus Association of America (JRA) announced the scholarship recipients and winners of contests held during the 2011 Round-Up as well as the winners of other JRA contests. JRA Round-Up Contest Winner Scrapbook Contest: Junior Division – Payton Fehringer, Idaho Senior Division – Alyssa Looney, Texas Poster Contest: Junior Division – Tristen Fulton, N.C.…
Read MoreJuly 27, 2011
Junior Red Angus Association of America (JRA) members and two Canadian representatives gathered in the heart of the nation for the 19th annual Junior Round-Up June 21 – 26. The JRA Round-Up is an opportunity for Red Angus juniors to build public speaking and leadership skills, increase breed and industry knowledge, and network with other…
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