MEDIA Releases

Oliver promoted to assistant director

February 15, 2024

DENVER — The Red Angus Association of America is pleased to announce the promotion of Rachael Oliver to assistant director of commercial marketing. In this new role, Oliver will coordinate marketing team travel to bull sales, trade shows and Feeder Calf Certification Program sales and work with stakeholders to positively represent Red Angus across the…

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Red Angus cattle shine at Cattlemen's Congress

February 12, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY — Red Angus breeders from across the country brought their best cattle to compete in the national show at Cattlemen's Congress in Oklahoma City Jan. 2-4. Judges sorted through 382 impressive entries to name the champions. Evaluating the entries were Tim Schaeffer, Hagerstown, Indiana, junior show; Jason Hoffman, Thedford, Nebraska, open show; and…

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Lee Bjorklund honored as Red Angus Herdsman of the Year

January 24, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY — Lee Bjorklund, Henning, Minnesota, was selected as the 2024 Red Angus Herdsman of the Year at the National Red Angus Show during Cattlemen’s Congress in Oklahoma City Jan. 2-4. The award was presented by Red Angus Association of America President Kyley DeVoe, Justin, Texas. “It was a pleasure to present Lee Bjorklund…

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Hub City Livestock Auction recognized for supporting Red Angus producers

January 17, 2024

DENVER — The Red Angus Association of America recently recognized Hub City Livestock Auction in Aberdeen, South Dakota, for their excellence in marketing Red Angus and Red Angus-influenced cattle. The award was presented to Hub City Manager Glenn Gaikowski by RAAA Commercial Marketing Specialist Rachael Oliver on Jan. 10. “Hub City has continually supported Red…

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Dorsey Hired as Red Angus Junior Programs Coordinator

October 23, 2023

DENVER — The Red Angus Association of America is pleased to announce the hiring of Taylor Dorsey, Eaton, Colorado, as its junior programs coordinator. Dorsey comes to RAAA with a wealth of experience in youth activities and event planning. Most recently, she served as the media and activities assistant at the North American Limousin Foundation,…

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Genetic Merit Pricing Task Force Begins Work to Accelerate Use of Genetic Information in the Feeder Cattle Market

October 19, 2023

DENVER — Price discovery in the feeder cattle market rarely includes genetic information. Almost nothing is known about the genetics of 98% of feeder cattle being sold on a weekly basis. That is unfortunate and it holds the industry back, because genetics control approximately one-third of growth, efficiency and carcass results. Enter the Genetic Merit…

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Red Angus Announces New Director of Commercial Marketing

October 18, 2023

DENVER — Kelly Smith, West Plains, Missouri, has been named the director of commercial marketing for the Red Angus Association of America. In this role, Smith will lead the advancement of RAAA commercial marketing and value-added programs. Smith brings a wealth of industry expertise, with more than 35 years of experience in animal nutrition. He…

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Key Member Service Roles are Filled at Red Angus

October 16, 2023

DENVER — The Red Angus Association of America is pleased to announce two new staff members who have joined the Red Angus team. Julia Sanderson became a DNA customer service specialist and Andi Inmon has joined the member services department as a receptionist. Sanderson is a recent graduate of Oklahoma State University, where she earned…

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VanderWal Named Outstanding Red Angus Junior

October 12, 2023

DENVER — With a foundation built from growing up on his family’s cow-calf, farming and feedyard operation, junior Red Angus member Mitchell VanderWal, from Howard, South Dakota, understands the advantages the breed offers to the purebred, commercial and feedlot industries. He was recently recognized as the 2023 Outstanding Junior Member for his contributions to the…

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Recognizing George Chiga's Red Angus Legacy

October 11, 2023

DENVER — The Red Angus Association of America recognized George Chiga as the recipient of the Master Breeder Award. It was presented posthumously by Oklahoma State University Department of Animal and Food Sciences George Chiga Endowed Professor Ryan Reuter, Ph.D., and Extension Beef Cattle Specialist David Lalman, Ph.D., at the 70th National Red Angus Convention Awards…

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