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CAA February BOARD MEETING SUMMARY NOW ONLINE
Highlights of the Feb. 18-19 CAA Board of Directors Meeting held in Saskatoon are now available on the CAA website HERE. A small increases in fees for memberships and some registrations and transfers will begin January 2011. Other increases will take effect in June of this year, while Geneprob reports will be reduced if provided electronically. Environmental Policy concerning aerosol products has been ammended with Directors accepting responsibility for checking animals entering the show ring in Association-sponsored shows.
BIC TO LAUNCH New Canadian ANGUS beef brand In the US
According to Canadian Meat Business Magazine, Canada’s Beef Information Centre (BIC) will launch a new Canadian sourced product called "High River Canadian Angus" that comes from Cargill’s High River, Alberta plant. The product "reflects Canada’s world class grading systems, leveraging precise quality attributes that includes color, marbling, muscling, texture and white fat packaged in a user friendly box size." Read the full news story HERE.
Genomic-Enhanced EPDs announced by AGI
Angus Genetics Inc.® (AGI) announces the introduction of the first genomic-enhanced expected progeny differences (GE-EPDs) derived from a High Density Whole Genome Scan with 50,000 markers (HD WGS). This milestone in genetic advancement is a direct result of the collaboration between AGI, a subsidiary of the American Angus Association® (AAA); the University of Missouri; Iowa State University; and IGENITY®, a division of Merial. Read the full press release HERE.
CANADIAN GOLD SHOW WINNERS FOR 2009 ANNOUNCED
2009 Black Show Bull of the Year is Justamere 406S Panamajack 36U; 2009 Red Show Bull of the Year is Red Ter-Ron Realdeal HFX 01W; 2009 Black Show Female of the Year is DMM Miss Essence 21R; 2009 Red Show Female of the Year is Red Brylor SDL Lakme 204S. Complete results and photos available on the CAA website HERE along with how points are determined and winners of each Gold Show. Congrats to all who put on the miles supporting designated Angus Gold Shows. The 2010 designated Gold Show list is now available on the CAA website HERE.
Soo Line Wins Denver Pen of 3 BULLS
For the first time (that anyone can remember) a Canadian bred and owned Pen of Bulls was named Champion at the Denver Stock Show. The bulls, all sired by HF Kodiak 5R, had an average weight of 1,282 lbs., and were exhibited by Soo Line Cattle Co. of Midale, SK. We're sure Roger's smile radiated north of the 49th. What a way to cap off a tremendous showing south of the border.
Results of all the Black Angus shows at Denver are posted on the American Angus website HERE. Just select the show you want on the top left hand side. Champion photos and video from API included (photos couresty American Angus Assn.- click to enlarge).
Quick Canadian Black Results:
Reserve Grand Champion Bull - Justamere 406S Panamajack 336U exhibited by Justamere Ranch Ltd., Lloydminster, SK; Reserve Senior Champion Bull - HF Tiger exhibited by Hamilton Farms, Cochrane, AB; 2nd in class: HF Swager exhibited by Hamilton Farms; Harvest Headliner 2W exhibited by Harvest Angus, Prince George, BC.
Canadian Reds win at denver
Canadians had an incredible showing at the Red Angus show in Denver on Jan. 12 with all 4 Grand Champions exhibited or bred by Canadian breeders.
Grand Champion Bull: Red Northline Trueblood 341T (Red HCF Red Rock 212) exhibited and bred by Wendy & Howard Schneider, Northline Angus, Ardrossan, AB.
Reserve Grand Champion Bull: Red Lazy MC Cowboy Cut 26U (Red Lazy MC Stout 30S), exhibited and bred by Clint & Angela Morasch, Lazy MC Angus, Bassano, AB and owned with David & Lynne Longshore & Mile High Angus.
Grand Champion Female: Red Soo Line Rainbow 9230, Jason Scheetz, Frederick, OK (Red Corner Creek Cash 2R x Red SVR Rainbow 146R) bred by Soo Line Cattle Co., Midale, SK.
Reserve Grand Champion Female: JKC FAF Mercedes 103W, Amanda Von Forell, Wheatland, WY (Red Fine Line Mulberry 26P x Red Brylor Cherok 22L) bred by Brylor Angus, Pincher Creek, AB.
Quick Canadian Red Results: (please send an email if anyone has been missed!)
Division Winners: Reserve Senior Champion Bull - Red Ter-Ron Reload 703T exhibited by Bryan & Tracey Willms, Wilbar Farms of Dundurn, SK; Intermediate Champion Bull - Red Lazy MC Stout 139U exhibited by Clint & Angela Morasch; Junior Bull Calf Champion - Red Soo Line Hawk 9288 exhibited by Soo Line Cattle Co.
1st in class - Red Six Mile Rebello 483U exhibited by Clayton & Corinne Gibson, Six Mile Red Angus, Fir Mountain, SK; Red Northline Plush 22U exhibited by Howard Schneider; Red Northline Ignition 125W exhibited by Howard Schneider.
2nd in class: Red Soo Line Julia 9136 exhibited by Soo Line Cattle Co.; Red Six Mile Ultimatum 409U exhibited by Clayton & Corinne Gibson; Red Northline Fat Tony 605U exhibited by Howard Schneider; Red Lazy MC Tidalwave 14W exhibited by Clint & Angela Morasch; Red Northline Jesse James 56W exhibited by Howard Schneider.
For all the class placings, visit the Denver National Stock Show website HERE and select Open Breeding Cattle, then Red Angus. Congrats to all exhibitors.
ARGENTINA 2011 World Angus Secretariat
If you've ever wanted to visit 'the southernmost Angus home in the world', a great time to do so would be during the next World Angus Secretariat meetings to be held October 9-16, 2011 in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The promotional brochure promises "we will visit and show the immensity of the ‘humid pampas’ and admire its cattle herds, with a vast majority of AnGus, which account for over half of the 54 million cattle heads in Argentina." The numbers are quite mind boggling! To read more CLICK HERE (420kb PDF). For information on the 2013 World Angus Forum in New Zealand visit WorldAngus.com.
MANITOBA ANGUS ANNUAL MEETING
Manitoba Angus Association’s Annual Meeting and Banquet was held January 9, 2010 in Brandon, MB. Read the highlights including Manitoba's Purebred Breeder and Commercial Producer of the Year in the report HERE.
THINGS TO LOOK FORWARD TO AT THE CAA ANNUAL MEETING IN HALIFAX
Set your plans in motion now to attend the 2010 Canadian Angus Association Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 16-20 hosted by the Maritime Angus Association. Entitled "Wander the Waterfront" the days will be packed with interesting tours and events. Highlights planned include an exciting "Eastern twist" to the President's Reception and a tour of the Annapolis Valley (explore-the-area) with stops at a winery and cheese making operations (vineyard tours). Those who attended the AGM a few years ago in PEI know that Betty Lou and crew will be pulling out all the stops for a great experience. Flights to Halifax are plenty so watch for deals and be ready to book. When on sale, one-way airfare can be as low as $199 from Calgary or $155 from Toronto. Also watch for Early Bird registration price discounts (further info coming soon).
AGRIBITION RBC SUPREME CHALLENGE
Supreme Female - DMM Miss Essence 21R, Miller Wilson Angus
(2 Black Angus & 1 Red Angus in top 10 finalists)
Supreme Bull - HF Tiger 5T, Hamilton Farms & Ring Creek Farm
(2 Black Angus & 4 Red Angus in top 10)
Congratulations to all the exhibitors. DLMS.ca reported close to 200 viewers from 7 countries watched the online coverage.
Visit Show Reports to see full results of all Agribition events, links to photos & new releases.
ANGUS SUPREME AT FARMFAIR SUPER SATURDAY
Supreme Breeders Herd - Miller Wilson Angus
Supreme Female - DMM Miss Essence 21R, Miller Wilson Angus
Supreme Bull - HF Tiger 5T, Hamilton Farms & Ring Creek Farm
Visit Show Reports to see full results of all events and links to photos and Farmfair's website.
Saskatoon Fall Fair SUPREMES SEE BLACK & RED
It was another Supreme Bull title at Saskatoon for Wilbar Farms of Dundurn, SK with Red Ter-Ron Reload 703T - he won in 2008 as well. Supreme Female was Belvin Lady Blossom 22'02 owned by Belvin Angus, Quinn Hamilton & Duralta Farms, Innisfail, AB.
FCR Full Extent 1W (SAV Net Worth 4200), exhibited by Bar CR Angus of Saskatoon, SK was the Reserve Champion in the inter-breed Señor Challenge. Red Wheel Annie Oakley 82W (Red Northline Atlantic City) exhibited by Blairs.Ag Cattle Co. of Lanigan, SK won Reserve Champion in the Cinderella Classic inter-breed show.
Visit Show Reports for the champions and photo links for both the Red and Black shows.
RED ANGUS WIN BOTH SUPREMES AT MLE 2009
Red Angus made a sweep of the Supreme Breed Extravaganza the Manitoba Livestock Expo 2009 in Brandon. Red Howe Miss Trophy 71T, exhibited by Blake's Red Angus, McCord, SK won Supreme Champion Female. Red Howe Bold Edition 80T, exhibited by Howe Red Angus, Moose Jaw, SK was awarded the Supreme Champion Bull title.
MVF Rosebud 23W was named Champion of the Little Lady Classic inter-breed show at the Manitoba Livestock Expo 2009, exhibited by Mountain View Farms, of Swan River, MB.
Go to Show Reports to see full results and photos of the Black & Red Angus shows.
ANGUS WINS SUPREME BULL AT LLOYDMINSTER
Justamere 406S PanamaJack 336U (Justamere 253 Bada Bing 406S) won the Coca Cola Supreme Champion Bull award at the Lloydminster Stockade Roundup. Panamajack was exhibited by Justamere Farms Ltd. & John Lennox, Lloydminster, SK. In the King of the Ring Show Reserve Champion was GGRR Net Worth 11W, exhibited by Rattray Livestock of Blackfoot, AB. 
Other Angus wins include the the Champion Pen of 3 Heifers to Gerry Wolfe, Lloydminster, SK. Diamond B Ranches of Livelong, SK showed the Champion British Breed Pen of 3 Bull Calves and 20/20 Angus of Paynton, SK won the clipped division. Go to Show Reports to see results and photos of the Black & Red shows.
McDONALD's CONFIRMS ANGUS BURGERS
ALL CANADIAN
McDonald's Canada National Media Relations Manager Louis Payette states "We are proud supporters of the Canadian beef industry and currently source 100% of our Angus beef from Canadian producers". This was in answer to an email sent to the Beef Information Center by EverythingAngus.com questioning published reports from New Zealand that NZ Angus beef is to be sent to North America and blended with our product. See the original story posted on EverythingAngus.com HERE. Payette goes on to say "The inclusion of Canada in the original story in the (New Zealand) Dominion Post was an unfortunate error."
BIC has been promoting McDonald's use of 100% Canadian beef and recently sent out a press release "Canadian beef industry refutes Internet hoax involving McDonald's Canada" to commend the company on their longstanding commitment to the Canadian beef industry.
We commend both BIC and McDonald's on their timely clarification and will continue to monitor the news.
HOT TIP: Free Antivirus Program available from Microsoft
At last! Something free from Microsoft. If you are one of those who just hate to pay anymore than necessary for computer programs take advanatage of the free download of the new Security Essentials from Microsoft for XP, Vista and Windows 7. Read the CBC story behind the release HERE. The download page is available HERE, complete with instructional video.
'I AM ANGUS' VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE
A new documentary series developed and produced by the American Angus Association is airing on television and satellite networks across the US - and is also available online.
The program, titled I Am Angus, highlights the lives of people who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of the breed and the beef industry.
To watch the videos, click the corresponding number: #1, #2, #3
CONDOLENCES . . .
BUTTIMER: Helen Buttimer of Camrose, AB (formerly Edberg) passed away on February 20 at the age of 88 years. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, Feb. 25 at 1:00 pm at the Edberg Community Hall. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to charity of your choice. Read the tribute.
BROWN: To the entire family of Jim Brown, of Double Four Angus, Erskine, AB - one of the most recognized and respected Canadian Angus breeders around the world. A private family service was held. A memorial is scheduled for March 21 at 2 p.m. at the Stettler Community Hall.
DAVIS: To the family of Charles (Chuck) Davis who passed away peacefully Jan. 12 in Calgary at the age of 83 years. Chuck was known around the world for his cattle expertise and is a Past- President of the Canadian Angus Association. Celebration service Jan. 18 at the Balzac United Church. Arrangements can be found HERE.
GEIS: To the entire family and friends of Erika Geis, Geis Angus, of Barrhead, AB. A memorial service was held on Dec. 18 at the Barrhead United Church. Donations gratefully accepted to the Barrhead Healthcare Centre. Tributes may be sent to www.mem.com. Read the tribute.
FRASER: To the Gibson and Fraser families on the passing of Six Mile Red Angus founder Ken Fraser of Fir Mountian, SK. Memorial held Dec. 18 in the Fir Mountain Hall. Read the tribute
SEWALL: To Dan Sewall and his entire family, Badlands Angus of Patricia, AB on the loss of wife Tammy. Read the tribute.
Don't let your angus bulls drive
New Zealander's obviously "get" agriculture - just watch the Toyota ad from there and you'll see why: WATCH IT HERE.
CANADIAN ANGUS RANCHER ENDORSED PROGRAM
LAUNCHED AT WAF
The new Canadian Angus Rancher Endorsed Program, previewed at the CAA Annual Meeting in BC, was launched July 14 during the World Angus Forum. Read the press release from the CAA HERE.
Visit the Rancher Endorsed website HERE.
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 WHERE'S THE BEEF?
We all know about the great Angus burgers at many fast food chains, but new Angus products are constantly appearing across the country. If you sight a new promotion, send us an email and we'll add it to our "Angus Beef Canada" blog. Next time you are on the hunt for that special burger or meal, you'll know just where to look!
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New career opportunity for your Angus bulls
Believe it or not - this is a direct quote from the latest Dairy Herd Management website:
Want soft, thick, lustrous hair? The answer might be that herd bull with a lot of spare time after breeding season. Hair styling Web site Curl Stylist reports that bull semen has become the most talked-about hair treatment in London. Touted as “Viagra for Hair,” this 45-minute treatment ranges from $90-$138 and uses semen from – take note Angus breeders – Aberdeen Angus bulls.
Read the full article posted HERE, with links to the original copy from Curl Stylist. This could be the new marketing opportunity we've all be waiting for. Wonder if it would qualify for any of those new government grants?
- Thanks SSF for the tip!
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