Information is updated often, so please check back to access new educational resources!

If you have trouble downloading the files, please contact us and we will send you the materials on CD.

AIMS (Angus Information Management Software)
AIMS Introductory Video - This introductory video explains the AIMS program. (plays in browser)
AIMS Brochure - This informative four page brochure explains the AIMS program and includes screenshots (PDF file)

AngusSource®
AngusSource® - This recorded presentation explains the AngusSource® program requirements and benefits. (plays in browser)

Miscellaneous
Angus Beef Chart (Revised Dec. 06) - A great reference for meat cuts and how they relate to a beef animal. This revised version includes recommended cooking methods. This file requires Adobe Acrobat 4.0 or higher to view. You can also request color reprints which are "11x17", folded and three-hole punched. Coming soon in poster size.
Angus Beef Chart - Spanish version (Revised Dec. 07)

Angus Advantages - This brochure explains how Angus genetics can work in producer's herds to improve demand, boost profits and take some of the work out of cattle production.

Developing a Registered Angus Herd - A beginning guide that highlights basic strategies necessary to develop a registered Angus herd. Also suggests ways to use Association resources and other information outlets to enhance planning, managing and marketing.


National Junior Angus Association
Forming a Future – comprehensive handbook that includes information for getting started in the Angus breed. Can be requested by e-mailing Lea Ann Maudlin . Each section can also be downloaded and viewed by clicking on the following links.
National Junior Angus Association (NJAA) – This section gives a brief overview of the opportunities available through the NJAA for junior members. (PDF file)
Angus The Business Breed – This section gives an overview of the Angus breed. It provides guidelines to selecting a heifer and reasons why Angus is a wise investment. (PDF file)
Nutrition – This section provides an overview of the nutritional requirements of cattle and the different feeding programs that can be used to meet those requirements. (PDF file)
Showing & Fitting – Competition in the show ring can be fun and rewarding. This section provides information about preparing and showing your Angus heifer. (PDF file)
You Be the Judge – Beef Cattle Judging – The ability to see the strengths and weaknesses of individual animals will help you make wise breeding and buying decisions. This section explains the mechanics of judging cattle. (PDF file)
Glossary – Glossary of terms used in the Forming a Future brochure. (PDF file)

Leading by Example - A series of fact sheets for local and regional junior Angus associations; includes suggestions about organizing a successful meeting, officer responsibilities and successful meeting ideas.

Permanent Identification
Tattooing Module - This module gives step by step instructions on how to plan and implement a simple but effective tattoo system. (Plays in browser)
Tattooing Handout - This handout offers step by step instructions and photos on how to plan and implement a simple but effective tattoo system. (PDF file)
Freeze Branding Module - This module offers narrated illustrations of how to implement an effective freeze branding system. (plays in browser)
Freeze Branding Handout - This handout offers step by step instructions and photos on how to implement an effective freeze branding system. (PDF file)

Performance Programs: EPDs, $Values, and more
EPD Definitions - Definitions are given for the Expected Progeny Differences (EPDs) published by the AAA.
Interim EPDs - Interim EPDs are calculated during the time period between the biannual AAA National Cattle Evaluations. This link will explain Interim EPDs.
New Carcass EPD Info - Read recent articles about the release of the new carcass EPDs for Fall 2008
$Values - Multi-trait selection indexes provide an important tool for commercial and seedstock producers. This link will explain how the $Values are calculated and how they can be used as a selection tool.
Contemporary Grouping - Proper contemporary grouping is important for accurate genetic evaluation. This link will explain the key to proper contemporary grouping.
Frame Score - This link will explain how to calculate the frame score of your cattle.
Body Condition Score (BCS) - Body condition scoring serves as a useful, easy-to-use management tool to assess the nutritional needs of a cow herd. This link provides a full explanation of the BCS system.

Priorities First
Priorities First - In fulfilling the mission to provide programs and services that will aid commercial cattle producers to achieve profitability, the American Angus Association commissioned an in-depth study to provide a blueprint for prioritizing profit drivers in today’s cattle operations. Priorities First: Identifying Management Priorities in the Commercial Cow-Calf Business, by Tom Field, Ph.D., Fort Collins, Colo., includes the responses of more than 200 successful producers and industry specialists from diverse geographic locations. A downloadable version is available by clicking here.

1-Page Fact Sheets
Priorities First: Identifying Management Priorities. It is a one-page easy-read document that identifies the objectives and key messages designed to assist commercial cow-calf producers. The first in a series, this fact sheet was developed as part of a comprehensive study.
Priorities First: Managing Costs and Making Wise Investments. It is a one-page easy-read document that identifies a key area important to commercial producers in controlling costs. The second in a series, this fact sheet was developed as part of a comprehensive study.
Priorities First: Herd Health is High Priority in Cow-Calf Business. It is a one-page easy-read document that identifies the objectives and key messages designed to assist commercial cow-calf producers. The third in a series, this fact sheet was developed as part of a comprehensive study.
Priorities First: Effective Cow Herd Health. It is a one page easy-read document that identifies the objectives and key messages designed to assist commercial cow-calf producers. The fourth in a series, this fact sheet was developed as a part of a comprehensive study.
Priorities First: Marketing Value Begins in the Pasture. It is a one-page easy-read document that identifies the objectives and key messages designed to assist commercial cow-calf producers. The fifth in a series, this fact sheet was developed as part of a comprehensive study.
Priorities First: Value in Marketing Cull Bulls & Cows. It is a one-page easy-read document that identifies the objectives and key messages designed to assist commercial cow-calf producers. The sixth in a series, this fact sheet was developed as part of a comprehensive study, Priorities First: Identifying Management Priorities in the Commercial Cow-Calf Business, conducted by Tom Field, Ph.D., Fort Collins, CO. Results draw from responses of more than 200 successful producers and industry specialists from diverse geographic locations.

Additional copies of the full report or any of the 1-page fact sheets of Priorities First are available for use as a resource or as an educational tool in the classroom or beef cattle meetings. To receive free additional copies or speak to a staff member, contact Ty Groshans, Director of Commercial Programs, at 816/383-5193 or e-mail tgroshans@angus.org.

Registration
Online Registration Option Modules - These modules will explain the different online options that are available through AAA Login for registering your Angus cattle. (play in browser)
Registrations
EZ Registrations - available calves with AHIR/BRS Calving/Weaning Data entered
Registration with Transfer
Login Offline Entry - enter your data in an Excel spreadsheet while offline

Paper Registration - This module will explain the different paper forms that are available from AAA for registering your Angus cattle. (plays in browser)