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April 2, 2025
RAAA requires all sires and donor dams to have DNA on file to register progeny. For Red Angus Youth Expo exhibitors, it is recommended to submit DNA by April 4 to ensure results are processed and reported in time for the show. Current processing times are a minimum of four to six weeks. DNA submitted…
Read MoreApril 1, 2025
CANADIAN, TEXAS – The highly anticipated 2025 Hemphill County Texas A&M AgriLife Beef Cattle Conference will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 29-30, at the Jones Pavilion in Canadian, Texas. Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this year’s conference carries the theme “Happy Days Are Here Again,” reflecting optimism following last year’s challenges from the Smokehouse…
Read MoreMarch 26, 2025
By A.J. Knowles, RAAA Director of Breed Improvement While you are likely aware of Red Angus Association of America’s partnership with International Genetic Solutions to bring producers better, more accurate genetic selection tools, did you know that the Red Angus Stakeholders’ Foundation supports research efforts across a wide variety of institutions to identify new and…
Read MoreMarch 19, 2025
To improve contemporary grouping accuracy, it is now required to report animal groups at birth, weaning and yearling when submitting the corresponding weights. This practice enhances data processing and provides more precise insights into an animal's growth and performance. Contemporary Grouping at Birth, Weaning and Yearling: Uniform Conditions: If all animals are raised under the…
Read MoreMarch 19, 2025
Five director seats and the position of president will be up for election this fall at the National Red Angus Convention scheduled for Sept. 9-12, in Loveland, Colorado. The Red Angus Association of America nominating committee encourages RAAA members in good standing who are interested in serving the Association in these volunteer posts, to throw…
Read MoreMarch 12, 2025
MJE Livestock Equipment is thrilled to announce the launch of Cattle Worth™, a groundbreaking digital app that’s transforming how ranchers value and weigh their cattle. Utilizing a patent-pending artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithm, Cattle Worth™ provides instant, accurate cattle weight and market valuations—all from a simple smartphone image. UNMATCHED FEATURES: Accurate Weight Estimation: Achieve…
Read MoreMarch 12, 2025
By A.J. Knowles, Director of Breed Improvement A common question we receive in the office is, “When can I expect EPDs to update?”. Due to the lag between data submission and EPD calculation, producers should make note of the RAAA EPD schedule. Each Monday, the previous week’s performance records and new pedigrees are packaged up…
Read MoreMarch 4, 2025
Denver, CO – Top Dollar Angus, the leader in verification and promotion of beef genetics and commercial feeder cattle ranking in the Top 25% for growth and carcass traits, is proud to announce its first overseas partnership with Kun Ranch in Hungary. This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing third-party verified beef genetics worldwide, with Kun Ranch…
Read MoreMarch 4, 2025
By A.J. Knowles, Director of Breed Improvement In the cow-calf sector, fertility is often cited as the most economically relevant trait. Producers who birth and wean a higher percentage of their calf crop each year enjoy greater profitability as income increases and the maintenance expense of open females decreases. Moreover, females found to be open after the breeding season…
Read MoreFebruary 26, 2025
Have you ever been confused about the difference between a reason code and a disposal code? Disposal Codes A disposal code removes an animal from your active inventory and explains why the animal was removed from the herd. Reason Codes A reason code applies only to females that miss calving but remain in the herd…
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