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Genetics

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Angus Beef Bulletin Genetics topic page providing selection, genomics, the latest tools and more.

Management

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Angus Beef Bulletin Management topic page providing access to stories on business planning, herd management, land stewardship, facilities solutions and more.

Angus Beef Bulletin

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Welcome to the Angus Beef Bulletin, the commercial cattleman’s Angus connection. Find the information you need to make the most of your investment in Angus genetics. The Angus Beef Bulletin provides news and information on health, genetics, nutrition, marketing and management through a variety of media, including the Angus Beef Bulletin magazine, the Angus Beef Bulletin EXTRA electronic newsletter and the Angus At Work podcast.

NJAA

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National Junior Angus Association members are our strong foundation for expansion and improvement for the Angus breed in the future. Find your voice. Find your spot in the NJAA.

From the Ground Up

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Musgrave Angus built their operation focusing on function first.

The Evolution of Maternal Indexes

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Understanding $M and $W in the Angus breed.

Sitz on Carrying on the Legacy, ‘Chasing Balance’ in Cow Herd

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The Angus Conversation season three launches with breeder interview.

Progress and Consistency

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Nathan Spickler uses registered Angus as recipient females to help uphold high standards.

Let Your Breeding Records Work for You

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What if your breeding records could do more for you?

Put Your Data to Work

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Enroll in Inventory Reporting and have the opportunity to earn the MaternalPlus distinction.

From the First Latch

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How Mill Brae Ranch uses new EPDs to create teats and udders that work as intended.

Accommodating Multiple Calving Seasons in Inventory Reporting

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Do you calve in more than one season but are not sure how to manage it with Inventory Reporting? There is a data management feature to help.

Beyond the Breeding Soundness Exam: Understanding Bulls and Female Contributions to Fertility

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How emerging research and advanced reproductive tools help producers identify high-influence sires and improve herd reproductive outcomes.

AngusLink Offers GeneMax Enhancement for Genetic Merit Scorecard

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AngusLink connects Genetic Merit Scorecard with GeneMax Advantage test, offering enhanced scorecard option for commercial producers.

Parent Match for Seedstock Tests Now Fully Active

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Upgraded parent qualification services offered by Angus Genetics, Inc.

What does winning look like?

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Regardless if you are an Olympic athlete or a fourth-generation rancher, a relentless pursuit of winning is probably in your DNA — and the Angus breed is committed to helping you reach your goals.

AGI White Paper Looks at Future of Phenotyping, Commercial Data

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Angus Genetics Inc. releases white paper on next-gen phenotyping to drive commercial profitability.

Data, Data, Data

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Angus is a genetic powerhouse founded on the dedication of breeders.

Rules of Management

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Joe and Lake Elliott talk foundational traits on The Angus Conversation.

Adding More Tools to the Maternal Selection Toolbox

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Teat size and udder suspension research EPDs released.

Made to Last

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How generations of intentional selection at Van Dyke Angus Ranch built a cow herd focused on fertility, longevity and consistency.

The Significance of Bull Scrotal Circumference: A Cornerstone Trait in Beef Breeding for Male Fertility

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Fertility is a crucial economic trait for cattle producers, influencing the profitability and sustainability of cow-calf operations.

Planned Mating Tool

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There is a tool available in your AAA Login to help make planning mating decisions easier.

A Legacy of Heritage and Innovation

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How data and genetics shaped the Angus breed’s dominance.

The Angus Conversation: Building a Brand and Cattle That Match With Kelly Schaff 

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When Kelly Schaff’s Grandpa Paul surveyed his pairs on his North Dakota pastures, that’s the criteria the patriarch applied to select his next sires.

A Step Forward for Maternal Selection Tools

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The American Angus Association will be releasing three new EPDs aimed at maternal traits.

Putting Teat and UDDR EPDs to Work

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With the rollout of Teat Size (Teat) and Udder Suspension (UDDR) EPDs earlier this year, producers have been exploring how to use them effectively.

The Angus Conversation: Easier Then or Today?

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McCulloh talks authenticity, avoiding distractions, breeding objectives and proven data.

Phenotype-Genotype Show Grows Interest in National Junior Angus Show

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Angus junior members show in national Phenotype-Genotype Show in Grand Island, Neb.

Genes and Goals

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Advancing genetic selection in Angus cattle.

Teat Size and Udder Suspension

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Calving is the time to collect scores on dams’ udders.

A Stepping Stone for Cow Herd Efficiency

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Measuring methane could lead to more efficient cows.

The Influence of AI

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Genetic trends, industry changes and progress from the bull studs.

For Grandpa

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The first PGS bull banner at the NJAS goes to a champion family.

Marbling, Feet and Fertility: Are They Related?

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A look into the Angus database to see how marbling affects fertility and feet challenges.

Getting Phenotypes for a More Efficient, Adaptable Cow

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Scientists Christine Baes and Andre Garcia join The Angus Conversation.

Comparing Animals Across Breeds — The Right Way

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When evaluating multiple breeds for a sire, simple calculations can bring clarity to sire selection.

Making Comparisons Across Breeds

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Can EPDs on different breeds of animals be directly compared? The answer is: it depends.

Data and Decisions: Using Information to Make Quicker Improvement and More Profit

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Speer and Taylor join The Angus Conversation.

The Long Game

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Strategically thinking about heifer selection and management.

2026 Angus Pathfinder Report

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A search for superior cows.

Data Dive

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Putting selection to work for low heritability traits.

Angus Releases New Teat and Udder Research EPDs

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New research EPDs, tools released by the American Angus Association and Angus Genetics Inc., help cattlemen prioritizing maternal traits.

Information Access and Sorting

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One of the most popular search locations on the American Angus Association homepage continues to be the EPD/Pedigree Lookup feature, as this site receives more than 8 million page views each year.

Not Your Granddaddy’s Cows

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As cow size continues to increase, so does the need for top-level management.

Keeping Models Current Aids in Accurate Genetic Predictions: A Carcass Model Update

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Genetic selection for carcass traits in the Angus breed stands as a cornerstone of the livestock industry, ensuring the continued production of high-quality protein that meets consumer demands.

Market Closeout

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With value differences between pens of cattle routinely exceeding $600, a low-cost, highly fertile cow herd is not the guarantee of success it once was.

Market Closeout

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Commercial cattlemen succeed when they build cow herds that work for them and create calf crops that work for their customers. Genetics and marketing matter, but the real key is alignment.