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1601 N CR 200 E Greensburg, IN 47240 Lucy S S L14 20703418 CED 9 BW 0.2 WW 89 YW 154 Marb 1.44 RE .97 $M 79 $B 185 $C 319 This highly attractive female is one of the best we have raised. A daughter of Top Cut out of our E82 donor does almost everything right. Due to Wildcat 12/1/24. October 5th, 2024 12:00 Noon EDT Lucy S S L109 20703411 CED 11 BW 1.0 WW 96 YW 169 Marb 1.06 RE .45 $M 60 $B 168 $C 278 This Trailblazer bred heifer has plenty of growth and is a maternal sister to L14. Good Heifer Pregnancy and Hair Shedding EPD’s. Due to S S Profile L4 mid January. Eventress S S H97 19700506 CED 10 BW -0.9 WW 65 YW 125 Marb 1.03 RE .32 $M 81 $B 147 $C 272 Here is your chance to own the dam of the Genex sire S S Crossroad. This daughter of Brickyard is very well made and has a well balanced EPD profile and has top 10% $M, top 10% $W and top 20% $C. Due to Beal Breakthrough 1/6/25. Kevin 734-368-8430 Cody 517-749-5556 Andrew 812-614-4867 Eventress S S G53 19473228 CED 7 BW 2.6 WW 88 YW 157 Marb .85 RE .75 $M 73 $B 173 $C 297 This daughter of Assurance out of a Niagara daughter has a long line of highly productive cows behind her. She has progeny ratios of 3 @ 117 for WR, 2 @ 112 for YR, and 3 @ 122 for RE while having a 368-day calving interval. She is due to Top Cut on 12/18/24. These four females along with many other top quality females will sell on Saturday October 5th. Don’t miss this event to move your herd in the right direction. Contact Kevin, Cody or Andrew to discuss the entire offering. Sale will be broadcast on CCI.live 2

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Indiana Angus NewsVolume 79- No. 4Published at Baugh Fine Print & MailingSend all ad copy to: Krista Stillwellkrista@stillwellandco.comindianaangusnews@gmail.comPlease mark email content for the website or social media - Attn. Krista StillwellSPECIAL THANKS TO ADVERTISERS THIS ISSUEDawson AngusStewart Select AngusIndiana Fall ClassicOn Time GeneticsReiboldtKnott’s LandingBrown FarmsCarrico Angus + H20 CattleIndiana Regional LeadershipWCIAASIAA Advertisement DirectoryNWIAA Advertisement DirectoryPipe Creek AngusBeaver RidgeBrock FarmsClock AngusNicKatieIAA AUXILIARY OFFICERSPresidentCarla Dawson1888 West 200 SouthMorocco, IN 47963843-941-0984dawson.carla@mail.comVice PresidentBecky Clothier650 W 600 SChalmers, IN 47929765-430-4633RLClothier75@gmail.comSecretaryKathy Wilson3081 E. CR 400 N. Orleans, IN 47452 812-653-0019 kjowilson80@gmail.comTreasurerCortney Hill-Dukehart Cates7893 South Indian Trail Modoc, IN 47358 410-707-0267 cortneyhd@gmail.comIAA OFFICERSPresident: Clint Coverdale317-363-4943coverdaleangus@gmail.comPresident Elect:Joe Horstman765-426-0426joe.horstman@gmail.comSecond Vice President:Carla Dawson843-941-0984dawson.carla@mail.comSecretary:Julie Innisinnisfarms@hotmail.com765-629-2265Treasurer: Melanie Ritzritzangus@gmail.com812-343-1629Past President: Steve Patton765-309-3367stevepatton7001@yahoo.comREGIONAL DIRECTORSNWIAA State Directors:Hunter CarricoRandy BushJim LindleyNEIAA State Directors:Dr. Bruce LambJerry OttRobert KnottWCIAA State DirectorsScott AshwillKevin NewmanKevin SwaimSEIAA State Directors:Dr. Phil HowellBrandon WatermanJe InnisSWIAA State Directors:Paul Hart IISandy CarmichaelLes CarmichaelSIAA State Directors:Jerritt RossRex KovertLoran WilsonIJAA OFFICERSPresident: Rosalind KidwellVice President: Delaney WatermanSecretary: Bryce HongTreasurer: Jacob WickardReporter / Historian: Zayda HongCommunications Director: Audrey KorniakMembership Director: Burke TuggleRepresentatives to Adult Board:Burke TuggleEthan MillerNJAS Voting DelegatesRosalind KidwellDelaney WatermanNJAS Alternate Voting DelegatesBryce HongBurke TuggleAmerican Angus Association Regional ManagerCasey Jentz (608)234-19984

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FEATURESVolume Info & Contact Directory .. 4Upcoming Deadlines ................ 5Message from the President ....... 7Junior Jabber ........................... 8Auxiliary Social Save the Date ... 10Bits from the Board ..................11CAB Recipe of the Month ......... 12CAB Insider - Market Update ........16Find us on the web ........................18Grow Your Brand .................... 20Deworming Calves Ahead Of Weaning May Have Advantages ............ 25New Education Platform Launches For Angus Juniors ..... 28INDIANA ANGUSTheNewsINDEX OF ADVERTISEMENTSDawson Angus ......................................CoverStewart Select Angus ..............Inside Front CoverDawson Angus ............................................3Indiana Fall Classic ...........................................9Clock Angus Farms + On Time Genetics ...13Pipe Creek Angus ......................................14-15Reiboldt Show Cattle .................................18Knott’s Landing ......................................... 19Indiana Regional Leadership .....................21WCIAA .......................................................... 22SIAA Advertisement Directory .................... 23NWIAA Advertisement Directory ................ 24Brown Farms ..................................................27Carrico Angus ............................................... 30Beaver Ridge/Brock Angus .... Inside Back CoverStewart Select Angus & NicKatie .......Back Cover

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Summer is coming to an end and the Indiana Angus calender of Events continues to turn.June saw a successful Preview Show that included high quality cattle, a great fellowship meal, and an extremely entertaining “Old Timers Showmanship” class. I want to thank the countless number of volunteers, sponsors, and most of all, the exhibitors that made that event possible. As always, Indiana was well represented at the National Junior Angus Show in Wisconsin. It’s great to see Indiana Juniors hang banners and compete in leadership contests at the highest level. We are fortunate to have such a tremendous group of kids and advisors.e end of summer sparks the beginning of Fall sale season. is issue is full of advertisers showcasing their sales. Breeders from across the state will be oering their very best genetics for public appraisal. is is a great time for anyone looking to expand or diversify their own cow herd to nd new genetics. No matter what part of the state you are in, or what type of cattle you prefer, you will be able to nd something to meet your needs. I believe some of the best breeders in the country call Indiana home and wish all of them luck with their events. Sincerely,Clint CoverdaleIndiana Angus AssociationA Message from the President7

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KEVIN NEWMAN ANGUS Brandywine Cattle & Deer Company, Carr Cattle Company, Coverdale Angus, Ron Ferris & Family, Flat Rock Farms, Ginder Angus, Younts Angus Farm, Spring Valley Farm, Underwood Cattle Co. LLCGuest ConsignorsPATRICIA 42 KNFor Free Reference catalog please contact: Kevin Newman - 765-215-3431BW MULBEN PRIDE 380KNC WENDY 2407RAF SANDY 459 KNMISS FR PATRICIA 6692Bred to calve February 25, 2025 to Conley Lead the Way 0738.24_IndianaFallClassic_PG1.indd 124_IndianaFallClassic_PG1.indd 1 7/23/24 8:31 PM7/23/24 8:31 PMJUNIOR JABBER EDITIONHi, my name is Audrey Korniak, I am the Communications Director for the Indiana Junior Angus Board of Directors. I am back with your “Summer Junior Jabber.”The Angus juniors had a great Indiana Angus Preview Show in June at Lebanon, Indiana.In July we were all very excited to attend the 2024 National Junior Angus Show in Madison, Wisconsin. It was the “Showdown in Madtown.” Indiana had many successes. Indiana was well represented in the show ring. Indiana had several class winners and many that placed in the top ve of some very tough classes. • Collin Deatsman won Grand Champion heifer in the bred and owned show.• Mercedes Ferree was Grand champion heifer in the owned show. • Mercedes and Houston Ferree had champion and reserve division with a pair of senior yearlings in the owned show.• Zayda Hong won Grand Champion Bull in the PGS show.• Coldar Cunningham had a reserve division heifer in the bred and owned show.• Austin Nowatzke had a division champion heifer in the bred and owned show.• Jacob Wickard received the Top Hand Award for Indiana.• Rosalind Kidwell gets to compete for Miss American Angus in the fall.• Indiana won Best Five Head of the Bred and Owned Show and were Dodgeball Champions.We hope everyone had great county fairs and are ready for the state fair.We hope to see everyone at Indiana State Fair Open Show on August 7th. Lastly, we are all anxiously awaiting the Indiana State Fair 4-H show on August 3rd and 4th. I hope everyone has had a great summer!Audrey KorniakC DIndiana Junior Angus Board of Directors. 8

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It seems like summer is gone before you can say, “Scat,” and all the activities tend to blur together in an endless stream from one thing to the next. Father’s Day weekend is always a favorite time to spend with Angus friends at the State Preview show. Numbers were down slightly this year, but quality was as competitive as ever.July found us squeezing in hay between cattle events. e National Junior Angus Show was held in Madison, Wisconsin, and once again, it was shown that Indiana not only has domi-nant cattle in the show ring but a great set of kids as well. During the NJAS, our American Angus communications department introduced the new Beef Academy. is is an education-al platform broken into three graduated skill levels for junior, intermediate and senior age levels. is is designed as a teaching tool to be used by Ag teachers or 4-H leaders, and it is not specically geared around Angus but has a terric amount of general beef information.County fairs are always a highlight of the summer, and judging county beef shows gives you the chance to interact with some really entertaining kiddos. From the little guys in Pee Wee showmanship that will chat up a storm, to the intensity of the Grand Drive or Senior Show-manship, it always leaves me with the feeling that we have young cattlemen coming on that take this business seriously.One of the great opportunities for our Junior Angus members is the annual LEAD confer-ence. is year Rosalind Kidwell and Allie Howell traveled to Baton Rouge, Louisiana, for a taste of cattle management and breeding that is a completely dierent style than what we are used to in the Midwest. From the LSU Cultural Center on Cajun Heritage to the use of Brahma inuenced cattle to handle the environment, from alligator habitat and management to Tabasco production, they gained a whole new perspective on how things are done.At the time of this writing, the Indiana State Fair is getting ready to kick o and fall sale prepa-rations are underway. Many cattle related groups are hosting fall eld days and picnics. is is a great opportunity to glean ideas from other producers about what works for them that you might also use at home.I would certainly encourage everyone to attend the National Angus Convention in Ft. Worth, TX November 1 – 4. e amount of information and help available from our sta is bound-less, and this is the perfect chance to connect face to face. My rst term as a director on the board comes to an end this fall, and I will be running for re-election during the annual business meeting. I would like to thank all the folks who have encouraged and supported me while on the board. It has been an inspiring and humbling experience.by Loran WilsonBITS FROM THE BOARD11

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Savor the classic avors of French onion soup, stued into the bold and beefy goodness of a ank steak. is recipe will impress with the gooey cheese pull, perfectly caramelized onions and juicy bite of perfectly cooked ank steak.INGREDIENTS:1 Certied Angus Beef ® ank steak (about 2 pounds)4 teaspoons canola oil, divided2 medium yellow onions, sliced thinly with the grain (stem to root)4 teaspoons salt, divided2 tablespoons bourbon2 teaspoons granulated garlic2 teaspoons granulated onion2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, divided1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs1/4 cup grated gruyere cheese5 tablespoons Boursin cheese3 slices Swiss cheese, cut in half1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped for garnishINSTRUCTIONS:1. CARAMELIZE ONIONS. Heat 2 teaspoons canola oil over medium-low heat in a heavy bottom pot. Add onions; season with 1 teaspoon salt. Simmer 20 minutes, stirring frequently until so and uniform light-brown color. Add bourbon; stir and scrape any brown bits from bottom of pot. Continue to caramelize an additional 20 minutes until jammy and dark brown; remove from pan, set aside to cool.2. MAKE SEASONING AND TOPPING. In a small bowl, combine granulated garlic, granulated onion, 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper; set aside for later. In a small nonstick pan, toast breadcrumbs with 1 teaspoon canola oil on medium-high heat, stirring frequently until golden brown; transfer to clean bowl to cool.3. STUFF FLANK. Using a meat mallet or rolling pin, pound ank steak to uniform 1/4-inch thickness. Season evenly with 1 tea-spoon each salt and pepper; orient the ank steak horizontally on surface. On bottom half, evenly spread Boursin cheese. Shingle Swiss cheese pieces over Boursin, staying on bottom half. Spread an even layer of caramelized onion over ank steak leaving 1/2-inch of onion on top and bottom edge. Roll ank tightly from bottom to top. Cut 6 pieces of butcher’s twine, each measuring 14 to 16 inches. Evenly space twine under rolled ank, tie each around ank to hold in place. Cut o excess string at knots.4. MAKE PINWHEELS. Cut individual pinwheels by slicing between butcher’s twine. Season each pinwheel evenly on all sides with spice blend; set aside.5. SEAR. Preheat oven to 400°F and line baking sheet with foil. In large, cast-iron skillet heat 2 teaspoons canola oil to medium-high heat. Sear one face side of pinwheels for 3 minutes; ip and sear an additional 3 minutes. Turn pinwheels on edges to sear one minute more.6. FINISH. Remove pinwheels from cast iron; place on baking sheet. Stir gruyere cheese into toasted panko and top each pinwheel with a heaping tablespoon of mixture. Bake 10 minutes or until pinwheels reach internal temperature of 120°F using meat ther-mometer.STRIP STEAK WITH GRILLED CAESAR SALADServes 6Prep Time: 35 minsCook Time: 30 minsOther: 45 mins TOTAL: 1 h 50 minsAustin Clock“Bringing quality, timely donor managementcloser to your door”⋅765-618-5484⋅12

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MARKET UPDATEThe fed cattle market was defensive last week, pressured by slippage in boxed beef values and an underperforming futures market. Fed cattle in the north traded in a wide range last week from $193 to $198/cwt., averaging $196/cwt. on the week, which was $2/cwt. lower. With a $186 to $188/cwt. price range on small spot market volume, the south continues to trade several dollars behind the north.Carcass weights made a jump up to 916 lb. on the steers, up 5 lb. in the latest week’s data. Despite the absence of any normalcy in fed cattle weights this year, the chart line has shown the emergence of a summer dip in carcass weights. is will potentially replace the summer low point two weeks ago at 911 lb. for steer carcasses and 830 lb. for heifers. A few more weeks of data is needed to conrm that this marks the summer low. If so, the combined steer/heifer summer low carcass weight will be two pounds heavier than that reached in early February. is pattern stands in stark contrast to a year ago (and most modern years) when the early February carcass weight average was 25 lb. heavier than that year’s lightest weight reached in June. e boxed beef market traded soer last week in the expected late July pattern. Middle meat steak items are nding little buying interest as prices are quickly declining. Wholesale buyers are reluctant to “catch the falling knife,” preferring to buy hand-to-mouth, rather than be caught with expensive inventory and the risk of prices continuing lower. Ground beef remains a summertime demand driver and the fuel continues to be poured onto that re as 90% lean grinding beef will not soon return to abundant supplies. As we’ve reported recently, USDA Select subprimal cuts from the round continue to see price support to fulll grinding demand. 16

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Quality in Texas Runs HighQuality grades continue to run high as record-heavy seasonal carcass weights meter out marbling-rich product in fed steer and heifer plants. e USDA Prime grade has been the beneciary of longer feeding periods with the national average Prime share at 10.5%. Prime percentages of 12.5%, marked in the spring of 2020 and 2021, remain the all-time records. However, the national average Prime grade is always lower in the summer, so the most recent spike to 10.5% in June captures the new record for that time period. A deeper look into the state-by-state grading data shows a strong upward trend in carcass quality in Texas packing plants. Of the three states with the largest packing plant capacity, Texas is rarely noted for strong production of Prime or CAB carcasses. In 2023 the Texas plants averaged 4.5% Prime, well behind the national average of 9.2%. However, this March the state’s Prime share has steadily increased from 4.5% to 6.6% of fed cattle carcasses. is would be less remarkable if Nebraska and Kansas packers were locked in a similarly increasing Prime pattern this summer. However, those two states are producing a more seasonally declining grade into the summer, despite posting impressively high Prime carcass shares when compared to prior years. Texas steer carcass weights were last reported at close to 50 lb. higher than a year ago for the same week. Weight increases are widely noted across all regions this year but the magnitude of the increase is less pronounced as we look to more northern packers. e Iowa carcass weight is 30 lb. higher than a year ago, in comparison. e wide fed cattle price spread is indicative of these regional dierences in weights. As well, heavier weights in Texas are promoting the positive carcass quality grade trend. Also, the beef x dairy cattle supply increase in recent years has been most prevalent in Texas. is can’t be ignored as an impactful development in the carcass quality discussion in Texas. e two factors together combine to tell the story of marbling upticks in the south this summer. 17

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CARTER BRANTNERMany Time Overall Top FivePARKER HAHN Reserve Grand Champion Steer Frederick Fair, MarylandGAVYN KREHLMany Time ChampionCALEB LECHLITNERIndiana Angus Preview ShowChampion Intermediate FemaleJACOB WICKARDChampion Division and many time Class WinnerRob Knott 260-410-7348 Kallie Knott 260-579-3033 @Knott’s Landingknottslanding351@gmail.comKNOTT’S LANDING FAMILY TRADITIONKAK Lady Impression 203Selling May Full Sib Female · Sired SCC Tradition of 24FCF Proven Queen 743Selling April Female · Sired by SCC SCH 24 KaratKAK Eventress 194Selling April Good Times Angus SteerSEPTEMBER 24ANGUSLIVE.COMOPEN HOUSE ON SEPTEMBER 22SAVE THE DATEIndIana Beef Cattle assoCIatIon & IndIana Beef evaluatIon ProjeCtFIELD DAYFIELD DAYSaturday, September 21 in the eveningStewart Select Angus, Greensburg, INSpeakers:Dr. Justin Sexten - ZoetisPanel of Marketing Experts from around Indiana More details to come in the Beef at a Glance Newsletter from the IBCA18

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IndIana RegIonal leadeRshIpNORTHWEST INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (NWIAA)President: Chad HaagVice President: Carla DawsonSecretary: Peggy HaagTreasurer: Bob DraganiState Directors: Hunter Carrico, Randy Bush, Jim Lindley NORTHEAST INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (NEIAA)President: Jim AmsdenVice President: RD SchraderSecretary/Treasurer: Sharon SommersState Directors: Dr. Bruce Lamb, Jerry Ott, Robert Knott WEST CENTRAL INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (WCIAA)President: Steve ShoupFirst Vice President: Kade PattonSecond Vice President: Dr. Jay DavisSecretary: Amy LiebrandtTreasurer: Liz JensenNewsletter Co-Editor: Katie Pennington, Gracie FoxworthyMembership Chairperson: Ken Torr District Directors: 2022 – 2024 TermJay Davis & Kevin NewmanState Directors: Scott Ashwill, Kevin Newman, Kevin Swaim SOUTHEASTERN INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (SEIAA)President: Je InnisVice President: Brandon WatermanSecretary/Treasurer: Mary Ann WatermanState Directors: Dr. Phil Howell, Brandon Waterman, Je Innis SOUTHERN INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (SIAA)President: Jerritt RossVice President: Matt RobertsonSecretary: Kathy WilsonTreasurer: Melanie RitzState Directors: Jerritt Ross, Rex Kovert, Loran Wilson SOUTHWEST INDIANA ANGUS ASSOCIATION (SWIAA)President: Paul Hart IIVice President: Susan StreetSecretary/Treasurer: Sandy CarmichaelState Directors: Paul Hart II, Sandy Carmichael, Les Carmichael21

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2024 West Central Indiana Angus Association MembersA&R Cattle Co.Art & Ruthie WilsonAsh Grove Cattle FarmSteve & Lisa RiderAshwill FarmsAmy Liebrandt & Scott AshwillAylesby AngusKen TorrJanet, Adam & Riley JayneBarker Farms AngusCharlie & Natalie BarkerBCII Show CattleThe Cunningham FamilyBeck-Powell Polled HerefordsAndy & Betsie BeckBee FarmsRandy & Meredith BeeBlack Blanket FarmsTeresa Sheets Witkoske & Evan WitkoskeBrock Farms Angus CattleThe Brock FamilyBrooks Haven FarmRichard & Siro BrooksConner Angus FarmMike ConnerCoverdale AngusThe Coverdale FamilyFescue Farms AngusJeff & Susan SherfieldFox AngusGarrett & Callie FoxFrye CattleBailey FryeGHG AngusKarl & Glenda GilletteGinder AngusBob & Rhonda Ginder Grubbs Angus FarmsDale & Janet GrubbsHart FarmsPaul E. HartHighland AngusJeff & Sigrid UheyHill Top CattleJake SullivanHofing Performance LivestockJosh & Deanna HofingHorstman Cattle Co.Larry, Jane, & Joe HorstmanJ&J Foxworthy FarmsDavid & Kenna Jean FoxworthyK&B AngusKole & Brandy AmesLarkfield FarmsKenneth ColemanLemenager Cattle Co.Ronald & Glenda LemenagerNANC Angus FarmTom & Nancy MillerNewman AngusKevin & Rebecca NewmanPatton FarmsJames PattonPatton Family Cattle Co.Steve & Kelli Patton & Family R&P Ramsey FarmsBob & Penny RamseySharma Mehaffey LLCDr. OM P & Rita SharmaSheets FarmsDr. Robin & Becky SheetsShoup AngusSteve & Shelly ShoupSimpson FarmsDarren & Kelli SimpsonSmall Cattle FarmsTerry & Joanne SmallSmall Cattle FarmsMichael & Mindy SmallStockdale AngusCraig & Paula StockdaleStorms Family AngusFrank StormsShadymere Angus FarmsKevin & Debbie SwaimSweeney Family AngusMartha SweeneyTaylor FarmsRobert TaylorTucker Family FarmsDoug & Judy TuckerWiller Timber RidgeTed & Josh Willer Kerry & Corliss AmesSteve & Patricia CashJim FieldsCline & Liz JensenDon & Alice SinkMalissa SmithTroy, Kim, & Burke TuggleKerry & Pam Williams22

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Southern Indiana Angus AssociationBlue River Acres Angus3246 W Old Franklin Rd Shelbyville, IN 46176317-512-4134 jeross@shelbymaterials.comRick Lane Family4670 E. Co. Rd. 20 N.North Vernon, IN 47265Home: 812-873-6179 • Cell: 812-592-9345McKnight Angus FarmChris & Marnie McKnight4922 Port Williams Road, Mitchell, IN 47446812-583-0526 • c.mcknight34@yahoo.comRitz Angus Farm - Casey & Melanie Ritz5118 N. 100 E. Seymour, IN 47274812-521-4019 ritzangus@gmail.com851 Maple Leaf Road • Bedford, IN 47421Mike and Lou Ooley - 812-834-5278ROYALE MANOR ANGUS FARMJim & Troy ompson10631 N US 31 SeymourJim 812-528-0472 • Troy 812-569-0485Howell Cattle Co. - SouthAndy and Allie HowellMarengo, IN • 812-620-1121howellcattlesouth@gmail.comStewart Select Angus LLC2230 E. 300 N. Greensburg, IN 47240812-614-4867 astewart@stewartselectangus.comTodd & Craig Angus398 Art Gallery RoadBedford, IN 47421812-583-5000 • tcraig101@hotmail.comTHOMPSON FAMILY ANGUSMark, Kathy, Korey & Korben ompson12007 E. 100 S., Columbus, IN 47203Mark 317-691-7898 • Korey 812-341-5874Jon & Dr. Deena Stoner8512 E. 600 N., Columbus, IN 47203nickatie_farms@att.net • 812-375-0542John Finke812-350-9942Timothy Book FarmsTim Book7800 Oak Park Road NE, New Salisbury, IN 47161812-596-4348 • tbook10@twc.comKEMP FAMILY ANGUS7313 W 1050 SMilroy, IN 46156765-525-9377SCHIBLEY CATTLE CO.Je Schibley • Cell: 765-941-50184738 W. Old Brownsville Rd.Brownsville, IN 47325SHERMAN ANGUSDoug, Sandy, Paige and Brent Sherman805 Sycamore Ln. SE • Laconia, IN 47135812-267-9881 • Email: shermanangus@hotmail.comSpring Valley FarmRex and Kory Kovert5373 S. Seymour Rd., Crothersville, IN 47229812-528-3428 or 812-528-3364HOWELL CATTLE COMPANYPhil & Judy Howell3704 E State Rd 32, Union City, IN 47390765-546-0838 dochowell765@aol.comKOORS CATTLE COMPANYScott & Heather Koors3621 N Co Rd 80 NE, Greensburg, IN 47240812-662-4336 hkoors@gmail.comOTIS FAMILY FARMSRyan Otis631 Old Farm Road, Bedford, IN 47421812-583-3317 ryanrotis@gmail.comYOUR AD COULD BE HERE!23

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Northwest Indiana Angus AssociationBob and Robbie Dragani574-453-1169 Home of the Car Don Cattle722 N 625 E, Westville, IN 46391 Don & Carol Bloombloomangus@icloud.com • C: 219.929.7986Jim Lindley & FamilyMaple Lawn Angus12889 W. 550 N.Flora, IN 46929mplwn89@aol.com • 574-699-7440KENNY BECKER8312 W. St. Rd. 14Winamac, IN 46996Phone-574-242-0146KDFARMSAngus • Red Angus • SimmentalDale & Kaye Schultz Dale (cell) 574-250-123319818 Peach Road Kaye (cell) 574250-2304Culver IN 46511 Four Roses Cattle, LLC.Mike, Teresa, Gary, & Bev3395 W. South River Rd., Logansport, IN 46947Teresa 765-480-9491Mike 765-438-7609Randy Bush657 S. 500 E. • Flora, IN 46929Email: rbushdvm@bushvet.comPhone: 765-414-0646Millers Angus Hills LLC.1038 S. Wozniak Rd. , Laporte, IN 46350Contact Dave MillerCell - 219-363-9135Home - 219-362-8559Pilgrim Angus Farms17314, 6th Rd., Plymouth IN 46563Chad cell 574-930-6489Founded and Maintained on Great Families COOPER ANGUSBrent Cooper Family16450 Fir RoadTippecanoe, IN 46570-9724574-498-6429GREEN ACRES ANGUS FARMDennis, Nancy & Johnathon Dolph69130 Willow Rd. • Walkerton, IN 46574574-656-3272Founded And Maintained On Great Families24

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DEWORMING CALVES AHEAD OF WEANING MAY HAVE ADVANTAGESHigh parasite loads in weaned calves affect carcass quality at harvest.by Heather Smith omasCattle on pasture generally pick up internal parasites. e worm burden in any group depends partly upon how heavily contaminated the pasture is and whether the animals have any resistance to gastrointestinal nematode infections. Calves have not yet developed resistance and tend to have heavy parasite loads if pastures are contaminated with worm eggs and larvae. Larvae migrate onto the grass and are consumed by animals grazing.Strategic deworming can improve weight gain. A study nine years ago at Iowa State University indicated internal parasite loads may aect performance and protability. e study utilized data from 36 southeastern calves that were individually assessed for fecal egg counts (from fecal samples) upon arrival at a feedlot.e calves were divided into two groups — “High” or “Low” initial fecal egg counts. Calves in the High group had fecal egg counts of more than 100 per gram of feces. e Low group had less than 100. All calves were dewormed aer initial evaluation. All were implanted, fed in a single pen and harvested aer 179 days on feed. Final weights were measured individually, and aer harvest. Hot carcass weight and carcass characteristics (quality grade, marbling, fat thickness, etc.) were measured and recorded by USDA personnel.Producers have generally contended deworming upon feedlot arrival could eectively rid cattle of parasites and reverse the detrimental eects of worm burdens during the grazing period (on their dams and/or as stockers). Data from this study suggests detrimental eects of parasite burdens on performance and growth may be long-lasting, despite eective deworming at feedlot arrival.e High group had lower weight gain than the Low group. More High calves were treated for illness and received more frequent retreatment than the Low group. Treatment costs were four times higher for 25

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calves with High initial fecal egg counts than the Low calves. Back fat and marbling scores were lower for the High calves, supporting the idea that cattle with heavy parasite loads at feedlot entrance may take longer to reach market-ready carcass composition, with lesser amount of muscle.A more recent study at University of Florida stated that historically, the main health problem for ruminant animals has been internal parasites. Continued use of deworming drugs remains controversial, however, because there is wide variation in results when these products are used on cattle with moderate to low levels of parasite infestation.“It is clear, however, that with any infestation above moderate, dewormers provide responses and improvement in animal health and performance,” according to the authors of the study.Weaning weights may improve when nursing calves are dewormed at about 3 months of age. Parasites can contribute to other conditions like anemia, which can adversely aect red blood cells and oxygen transport. ey may also aect the immune system’s ability to respond to vaccines — by producing lower-than-normal white-cell populations within the body, according to these researchers.Industry-funded research demonstrated higher weaning weights of calves treated with doramectin (Dectomax™) prior to weaning. eir data indicated a 25-pound (lb.) advantage in weaning weight. Spring-born calves from three locations in Florida were utilized to conduct a nursing-calf deworming experiment. At least two breed types were available at each location, including Angus, Brangus, Brahman and Romosinuano, plus some combinations of these breeds.It’s important to select an appropriate product for calves. Using dewormers is similar to using antibiotics, says Meredyth Jones, a health consultant specializing in large animals. “We should use them when we need them and not use them when they are not really needed. Using dewormers when they are not necessary selects for resistance and results in loss in the drug’s eectiveness over time.”Calves are aected by dierent worm species than cows.“One of the biggest threats to calves is a worm called Cooperia. It has become resistant to avermectin dewormers, the class that includes ivermectin.” — Meredyth Jones“We should deworm calves dierently. One of the biggest threats to calves is a worm called Cooperia. It has become resistant to avermectin dewormers, the class that includes Ivermectin. ese are not a good choice for calves, especially if they are the only product used. Deworming calves with Ivermectin or its cousins, eprinomectin, doramectin and moxidectin, leaves Cooperia untouched. Cooperia generally respond to the white wormers, which include fenbendazole, albendazole and oxfendazole.” ese are given orally with a mouth hook, which is less convenient, but more eective against these parasites.Editor’s note: Heather Smith omas is a freelance writer and a cattlewoman from Salmon, Idaho.26

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Written by Sarah Kocher, Angus CommunicationsA new online learning platform, BEEF Academy, launched in July for members of the National Junior Angus Association (NJAA). In the future, the platform will be available to other young people interested in learning more about the beef industry.“I hope to see this program thrive within the ag industry,” said NJAA member Lyle Perrier of Eureka, Kansas. “I think this program can do a phenomenal job of giving people a good overview of the beef industry. It shows the information in a way that makes sense.”BEEF Academy was created with support from the Angus Foundation, Ingram Angus and the American Angus Association®.“e academy blends these organizations’ missions into an online learning experience built especially for young people interested in our industry,” said Jaclyn Boester, executive director of the Angus Foundation.e launch was celebrated all week long at the National Junior Angus Show (NJAS) July 1-6 in Madison, Wisconsin. Exhibitors were encouraged to “Take the Pledge” and commit to taking advantage of BEEF Academy’s online learning modules. ere was also a fun display in the trade show area that attendees of NJAS used for a sele backdrop and for a chance to win prizes. en, a ceremonial ribbon cutting was held on July 6 with representatives from supporting organizations.“It was a really rewarding experience growing up in the junior Angus association,” said Jason Upchurch, a managing partner at Ingram Angus who took part in the ribbon cutting. “It was just an honor to be able to stand there and give back to the program that built the Angus relationships I have today.”Upchurch said their decision to support the project was truly a team eort.NEW EDUCATION PLATFORM LAUNCHES FOR ANGUS JUNIORS28

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“Orrin [Ingram], David [Cagle] and I all work as a team at everything we do,” he said. “Orrin is very giving person, who loves youth and loves hardworking kids that put forth eort to make something out of themselves. With that combination along with Dave and I’s background, being part of the Angus juniors as we grew up, we felt like it was important to combine forces. We put our minds and resources together to have the ability to do something like this that gives junior members another tool to be able to gain knowledge about our industry.”In the rst set of modules, junior members learn about the ve beef industry segments, and how they both compete and work together as part of our dynamic beef industry. Later this year, new topics will be added, including beef breeds & genetics and beef science.Perrier, who helped pilot the program in the spring of 2024, said the content easily builds connections with learners.“ere’s a lot of visual parts within the program that do a good job of catching your eye and giving you something that sticks with you,” he said. “It’s not just a bunch of quizzes or lecturing. It’s actually graphic models, facts and stu that shows regions it aects, which I think even amplies the ties it builds with the people using it.”Beef industry professionals help ensure the platform’s information is relevant and uniquely tailored to be a go-to resource. Experts including meat scientists, geneticists, and animal science professors continue to aid in the development of additional courses.“It’s a great way to learn and do more and become more involved in the Angus breed or cattle business,” said NJAA member Cooper Murnin of Pompeys Pillar, Montana. “I enjoyed the imagery of it. It all tied in really well.”e online learning experience caters to youth ages 8-21 and breaks content into 10-minute modules within three age categories.Briella Humpert of Windthorst, Texas participated in the pilot test in the youngest age category. She said she thinks it is important for her and her peers to know about the beef industry for themselves, and the interactive knowledge checks were her favorite.“I like how you had to match what you heard,” Humpert said.All National Junior Angus Association members can now access BEEF Academy free-of-charge using their AAA login information at beefacademy.com.“e BEEF Academy platform is really fullling a need for high-quality beef industry education targeting juniors,” said Caitlyn Brandt, director of events and junior activities. “It is complimentary to the events and in-person education we oer through the National Junior Angus Association and adds value to all of our members”To learn more about BEEF Academy, visit https://qrco.de/about-beefacademy.29

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