August 8, 2023
Fed cattle prices stayed steady last week. Nationally, the price range for 80% Choice or higher steers was $178 to $190. The five-area steer average was $186.70, which is the second highest in history. As the week ended, packers purchased 83,000 head in the negotiated fed cattle trade, which was 12,000 more than the previous…
Read MoreJuly 17, 2023
DENVER — The votes have been tallied and winners named from 500 entries in the 2023 Red Angus Association of America Photo Contest. Siera Earnest, Alva, Oklahoma, captured the grand champion title in the adult contest with her cow-calf photo. In the youth division, Kaylee Bragg, Salado, Texas, took home top honors with her cow-calf…
Read MoreJuly 12, 2023
Effective July 1, the Total Herd Reporting fee increased from the $20 fee to $27.50 annually per active cow (16 months or older). This was voted on by RAAA Board of Directors in June 2022. When was the last time the fee increased? 2010, when it was increased from $15 to $20 with a majority of…
Read MoreJuly 6, 2023
by Amy Wampler, RAAA communications intern DENVER — To help college students compete in a competitive job market, the Red Angus Association of America has established the Elevate Collegiate Leadership Conference. This educational event will be held in conjunction with the National Red Angus Convention, set for Sept. 14-15 in Denver, Colorado. This engaging professional…
Read MoreJune 27, 2023
by Amy Wampler, RAAA communications intern DENVER — Cattle producers from across the nation plan to gather at the 70th Annual National Red Angus Convention Sept. 13-15 in Denver, Colorado. The three-day event will consist of keynote speakers, educational workshops, the Commercial Cattlemen’s Symposium and plenty of fellowship. Keynote speakers featured during the convention will…
Read MoreJune 23, 2023
by Katie Martin, RAAA assistant director of communications Through the support of the Red Angus Foundation Inc., the Red Angus Association of America is pleased to award college scholarships to JRA members who are active in the association, their communities and the beef industry. Recipients completed an extensive application and interview process, and have proven their…
Read MoreJune 21, 2023
Due to increased material costs, prices for our value-added program tags will be increasing on July 1, 2023. Please see the graphic below for the new pricing. In the above graphic, we have indicated which tags are in-house that can be shipped within 1-2 business days, and which are custom order tags and need to…
Read MoreJune 20, 2023
Early summer is harvest season for the majority of the nation’s fed cattle. Cattle prodcuers and feeders are now reflecting on the carcass data from this year’s crop. Producers whose cattle are enrolled in RAAA’s Feeder Calf Certification Program may submit their carcass data to be considered for the distinguished Grid Master award. The RAAA…
Read MoreJune 14, 2023
by Rachael Oliver, RAAA Commercial Marketing Specialist This spring bull sale season for Red Angus was yet again one for the books. Across all regions, bulls with higher genetic rankings saw increased sale averages and stronger demand. Commercial cattle producers didn't shy away from spending a little more on a bull they knew would add…
Read MoreJune 13, 2023
The Red Angus Association of America has announced two internal promotions within its communications department. Lisa Bryant, Ada, Oklahoma, has been named RAAA director of communications while Katie Martin, Torrington, Wyoming, has transitioned into the role of assistant director of communications. “Katie brings deep knowledge of the breed and cattle industry, along with solid writing…
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