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Table of Contents @Feature stories highlighted in this issue

34 Angus Foundation Raises $36,000 in Las Vegas Five exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime experiences auctioned as part of the Angus

Finals Sale hosted by the Angus Hall of Fame and Angus Live. @BY SARAH HILL

38 Nurturing the Angus Industry’s Future Leaders Whitestone Farm educates youth to have a positive impact on the Angus, beef

and agriculture industries in the future. @BY SARAH HILL

198 Improving Grazing Distribution Strategies offered to encourage sustainable grazing. @BY TROY SMITH

202 11 Months of Grazing Western Nebraska operation achieves nearly year-round grazing with annual

forages. @BY KINDRA GORDON

206 Grazing Cover Crops Find the right “cocktail” for the animals, soil and overall farming operation.

@BY HEATHER SMITH THOMAS

214 Fire Prevention for the Arid West Control cheat grass on dryland pastures and rangeland.

@BY HEATHER SMITH THOMAS

222 A New Formula Figuring pasture rent as a share of the calf. @BY TROY SMITH

226 Optimizing Stocking Rates @BY ADAM RUSSELL

228 Manage Those Microbes Direct-fed microbials, also called probiotics, offer a natural way to boost cattle

health and productivity. @BY KINDRA GORDON

@ On the cover: “Hill Grazers,” by Bridger Gor-don, Whitewood, S.D., 2016 NJAA/Angus Jour-nal Photography Contest. Design by Mary Black.

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232 Guard Against Embryo Loss Nutritional management affects embryo development,

pregnancy. @BY TROY SMITH

233 Protein’s Effect on Reproduction Research indicates differences in effects of excess

protein on dairy and beef cattle reproduction. @BY KASEY BROWN

234 Heifer Development Systems Development of replacement heifers should prepare

them for life as cows. @BY KASEY BROWN

236 Target Weight Considerations Whether you choose 55% or 65% of mature weight

as a breeding-weight target should depend on cows, resources and management. @BY TROY SMITH

248 World Class in Tulsa Chef Bill Tackett’s early taste of the business finally led

to Bluestone Steakhouse & Seafood. @BY KATIE ALEXANDER

252 The Top End, Naturally Colorado producer turns to low-stress, high-quality

Angus. @BY HANNAH JOHLMAN & STEVE SUTHER

258 Making the World Smaller CAB® brand takes international partners from pasture

to plate. @BY KATRINA HUFFSTUTLER

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Table of Contents for 2016 Angus Convention Coverage

72 Game-changing Genetic Potential Genomics guru gives glimpse at what’s possible with gene

editing. @BY KINDRA GORDON

74 Angus Membership 101 Director of Member Services Jerry Cassady shares programs

and services available to members of the American Angus Association. @BY TROY SMITH

76 DNA Questions Answered AGI President Dan Moser answers the most common

questions about genomic testing during member workshop. @BY KINDRA GORDON

78 Genomics, Parentage Verification Explained Workshop details how members can take advantage of DNA

profiling and parent verification technologies.

@BY TROY SMITH

80 Document Age, Source and Genetics Ginette Gottswiller explains AngusSource®, the

Association’s process-verified program designed to help commercial cattlemen add value and assist with marketing Angus-sired feeder calves and replacement heifers.

@BY TROY SMITH

82 Angus Staff Highlight Online Herd Information Tools Members have access to variety of recordkeeping tools,

including AAA Login, AIMS and Angus Mobile. @BY KINDRA GORDON

83 Posting with Angus Media Angus Media’s Andy Blumer offered cattlemen tips for web

design and hosting during the trade show at the 2016 Angus Convention. @BY TROY SMITH

86 Building Relationships Workshop offers members a chance to get to know the Angus

Foundation. @BY TROY SMITH

90 Bending Curves, Breaking Stereotypes Live-animal session shows genomic application.

@BY MIRANDA REIMAN

92 A Benefit to All Involved Live-animal session explains advantages of testing to know

more, earlier. @BY LAURA CONAWAY

108 Cultivating A Better Business Culture This company renamed their CEO the CCO — chief culture

officer. Should your business do the same? @BY KINDRA GORDON

112 ‘Stable’ Markets CattleFax analyst encourages producers during Angus

University outlook session. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

116 Consider All Aspects Angus University presenter Kevin Hill talks adding value with

management. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

118 Capturing Value for Customers Seedstock panel addresses ways to capture the value of good

genetics. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

122 Loud and Clear Beef market demands quality. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

124 Veterinary Feed Directive and Beyond Veterinarian says producers need to listen and prepare for

new rules. @BY TROY SMITH

128 Evaluating Potential for Angus in Foreign Markets International livestock marketing specialist shares insights

for selling Angus genetics abroad. @BY SHELBY METTLEN

128 Building a Brand Collaboration and adjusting to change drive Oregon rancher.

@BY SHELBY METTLEN

130 Tips to Maximize Conception Select Sires’ Jon Herrick shares tips for handling semen to

get best AI results. @BY JOANN PIPKIN

132 Should You Raise or Buy Heifers? Iowa State University duo presents options for replacement

heifers. @BY STEVE SUTHER

134 Maximize Female Potential Assisted reproductive technologies are improving pregnancy

rates and increasing the genetic contribution of top females. @BY JD ROSMAN

138 Smaller Isn’t Always Better Dan Shike discusses calf size, gestation optimums in Angus

University Workshop. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

142 Keep It In the Family Angus University panel discusses ranch transition.

@BY KINDRA GORDON

142 Start the Transition Conversation Family business consultant shares tips for generation transfer

in Angus University Workshop. @BY KINDRA GORDON

146 Legal Liability Issues for Farms and Ranches Ag law expert shares three areas of particular concern for

farm, ranch liability. @BY JOANN PIPKIN

146 Tips for Talking to Your Banker Have a plan and financial records when you request credit for

your operation. @BY TROY SMITH

150 Should You Invest in Land or Buildings? Purdue animal scientist shares considerations for producers

considering semi-confinement production. @BY TROY SMITH

152 Angus From Scratch South Dakota breeder says dream big, but have a plan.

@BY STEVE SUTHER

154 Grilling Tips, Samples Highlight Booth Activities CAB® Chef Peter Rosenburg shares grilling tips with Angus

Convention Trade Show visitors. @BY MIRANDA REIMAN

155 Roasting 101: Something for Everyone CAB® Chef Ashley Breneman shares tips for cooking the

perfect roast with trade show attendees. @BY KATIE ALEXANDER

158 Beef Blitz Scores a Hit for Relationships Angus producers get a firsthand glimpse of how their brand is

distributed and the story that accompanies the product. @BY KATIE ALEXANDER

z ASSOCIATION 14 The Front Gate: Internal culture @by Allen Moczygemba 18 Association Highlights @compiled by Shelby Mettlen 19 National Western Angus Bull Sale a ‘smash hit’

@by Jena McRell 26 Foundation Fundamentals: The importance of unrestricted

gifts @by Milford Jenkins 31 BLI Turns 10 @by JD Rosman 44 Newsmakers: Items of interest about and for our members

@compiled by Linda Robbins 56 Next Generation: Postcard from an NJAA director and state

spotlights @compiled by Kasey Brown 60 NJAA/Angus Journal Photography Contest 64 Auxiliary Notes: An attitude of gratitude @by Julie Murnin 64 Auxiliary Annual Meeting Minutes @by Leslie Mindemann

z MANAGEMENT 174 Vet Call: Consider toxic plants @by Bob Larson 178 Angus Advisor: February herd management tips

@by Patrick Gunn, Randy Perry, Kevin Shaffer & David Lalman

184 By the Numbers: Working from the ground up @by Kelli Retallick

186 Performance Report: Bull test reports and other performance-related items @compiled by Linda Robbins

192 Repro Tracks: Synchronization programs and reproductive technologies @by Cliff Lamb

z CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF LLC 242 Brand News: News and highlights from Certified Angus Beef

LLC @compiled by Laura Conaway 246 What’s Cooking at CAB: How to make wine-braised short

ribs @by CAB culinary staff

z INDUSTRY 276 New Products: Introducing products, services for cattlemen

@compiled by Linda Robbins 278 Beef Business: A look at current issues affecting the cattle

industry @compiled by Shelby Mettlen

z PERSPECTIVES 12 Angus Stakes: Education is large component of convention

@by Shauna Rose Hermel 272 Angus Talk: Tips for getting calves off to a good start

@outtakes from Doug Medlock’s interview with Ted Perry 308 Outside the Box: The winds of change @by Tom Field 312 Market Advisor: Mountain of meat @by Tim Petry 318 Branding Iron: When a ranch is more than a ranch

@by Eric Grant

z SHOWRING @compiled by Kasey Brown 328 ROV Standings for the 2016-2017 Angus Show Year

z REFERENCE

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@Departments in this issue

12 Angus Journal Staff 14 Association Staff 18 Association Fees 56 NJAA Board 64 2017 American Angus

Auxiliary Officers 66 2017 Auxiliary

Committee Assignments 70 Auxiliary Scholarship

Contacts 242 CAB Staff

330 Salering Summary 332 Regional Managers 333 Advertising Rates 336 Ultrasound Technicians 352 New Members (December 2016) 355 Spring 2017 Sire

Evaluation Report overview

370 Angus Almanac 380 Ad Index

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262 Not Your Typical Pennsylvania Farm Darwin and Bernard Nissley’s 800-head feedlot thrives in

Lancaster County. @BY SARAH HILL

266 Bridging Work Through Brotherhood The Sparrow family centers around improving its cattle herd

and working as a family. @BY BRIDGET BERAN

270 Fortified Around Family Operations at BoPat Farms and McWherter Volunteer Farms

are positioned around a commitment to family and cattle. @BY BRIDGET BERAN

282 Equitable and Fair Marketer and Packer Rules Beef industry monitors GIPSA rules debate.

@BY BARB BAYLOR ANDERSON

286 What Drives Success? Focus on being a lifelong learner and success will likely

follow. @BY KINDRA GORDON

292 Family Business Fundamentals Planning and communication remain key for family

businesses to weather industry storms. @BY KINDRA GORDON

298 Critical Crossroads 2017 could mark big changes in land values and a

continued sluggish economy, according to economist. @BY KINDRA GORDON

304 Big Ideas for Ag’s Future Self-propelled fencing unit and encapsulated seed balls

being explored. @BY KINDRA GORDON

324 A New Showring Perspective With a fighting spirit, dedication and determination, one

Pennsylvania girl pursues her passion. @BY ELIZABETH NIXON

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