As I reflect on the incredible energy and success of the Neogen World Angus Forum 2025, held right here on Australian soil, I’m filled with pride and gratitude. The week was more than an event; it was a true celebration of everything the Angus breed has become and all it still has the potential to be. It showcased not only our genetics, but also our people, our shared commitment, and the depth of the global Angus community.
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Register for the Beefing It Up Youth Workshop
Are you a young person passionate about agriculture and ready to dive into the heart of New Zealand’s beef industry? Beefing It Up is an immersive workshop tailored for aspiringContinue reading “Register for the Beefing It Up Youth Workshop”
Nominations Open for Cohort 16 of the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program
Drive genetic progress. Benchmark with the best. Nominate your sire for Cohort 16 today. Angus Australia is pleased to invite its members to nominate bulls for Cohort 16 of theContinue reading “Nominations Open for Cohort 16 of the Angus Sire Benchmarking Program”
Global Collaboration and Progress: World Angus Secretariat in Brisbane
The World Angus Secretariat Meeting, held in Brisbane on 6th June 2025, brought together representatives from Angus societies across the globe to exchange knowledge, report on national advancements, and discussContinue reading “Global Collaboration and Progress: World Angus Secretariat in Brisbane”
AngusPRO Front Footing NZ Beef Industry
Since shifting their cattle recording from Angus New Zealand to Angus Australia, the group of New Zealand breeders known as AngusPRO, has been making great progress by utilising the benefitsContinue reading “AngusPRO Front Footing NZ Beef Industry”
Tim Brittain Concludes Distinguished Tenure as World Angus Secretariat’s Secretary General
After eight years of dedicated service, Tim Brittain has completed his tenure as Secretary General of the World Angus Secretariat, marking the end of a chapter in his extensive careerContinue reading “Tim Brittain Concludes Distinguished Tenure as World Angus Secretariat’s Secretary General”
World’s largest beef brand program CAB a ‘47-year overnight success’
Just one raised hand around a boardroom table could have forever changed the course of destiny for the world’s largest and most successful beef brand.
The Certified Angus Beef program has grown from the humblest of beginnings to become a United States red meat marketing colossus over the last half century, but as Angus industry stakeholders heard during last week’s World Angus forum in Brisbane, it hasn’t always been easy.
Certified Angus Beef president John Stika gave a colourful and entertaining account of the program’s history and aspirations – as well as the changing trends seen in US beef generally – during his presentation to delegates.
Hard Work and Genetics Paying their Way
Ngāputahi Station is now owned and run by Forbes and his son Angus, and there are three generations living on the property. Forbes’ granddaughter lives on the finishing farm and helps out with cattle work in her spare time — she has a young family. Forbes lives across the river from the main farm and still works at Ngāputahi every day.
Genomics in TACE: For Understanding Relationships, not Replacing Phenotypes
Genomics is enhancing Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) from the TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation (TACE) through a more precise understanding of the relationships between animals. Importantly, phenotypes (i.e. performance data) remain as a critical component in TACE and are not replaced by the incorporation of genomics.
Mature Cow Traits for AngusPRO
Recently, during the 2024 TACE Enhancements, the mature cow height and mature body condition traits transitioned from RBVs to EBVs. These traits are only available on animals recorded with Angus Australia – AngusPRO.
Profit drivers for beef producers are commonly linked to growth and carcass traits. However, to continue to make more informed selection decisions for overall herd profitability, consideration of mature cow traits that impact the performance of the cow herd will be essential. Mature Body Condition score (MBC), Mature Cow Height (MCH), and Mature Cow Weight (MCW) should be considered for their impact on the efficiency of the cow herd and tailored to your environmental conditions and market demands.