Historic_Herd_Reavis

January 7, 2008

For More Information Contact:

Monica Jordan at 816-383-5100 or mjordan@angus.org

Reavis Angus Farm Awarded Historic Herd Honor

Reavis Angus Farm, LaMonte, Mo., has received the Historic Herd Award from the American Angus Association^®. The herd was established by Robert Reavis in 1956 when he purchased Tillie Eric 10 from A.L. Nance, Warrensburg, Mo. Tillie Eric 10 produced 11 progeny recorded in the Association’s records.

In 1958, Robert joined the Association. He married Ann in 1960 and the couple still manages nearly 40 cows. They continually strive to improve their herd with sound genetics. One way is by using artificial insemination, which is Ann’s responsibility. The 1992 Missouri Angus Breeders’ Futurity grand champion bull, R A F Fast Track, was bred and raised by the couple. They were also one of the owners of Grubbs Mac Kenzie, the 1989 National Western Stock Show grand champion bull.

The American Angus Association presents the Historic Angus Herd Award to Angus herds that have been in the continuous production of registered Angus cattle by the same family for 50 years or more.

The American Angus Association is the world’s largest beef breed organization, providing programs and services to thousands of commercial producers and more than 36,000 regular and junior members nationwide. For more information go to www.angus.org or call 816-383-5100.

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