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AGA Releases Genetic Tools for Ranchers
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The AGA has recently released the new Smart Select Service data management system which provides genetic tools to aid commercial cattlemen in the herd selection process. Smart Select Service is available for all commercial producers who want to increase the value of their herds for the potential to increase profitability. Enrolling females for $1/head allows commercial producers access to a herd management database to manage all cowherd data. In addition, herd management reports will be made available to producers including herd summary reports, dam and progeny reports, and herdsire reports.
In addition, the AGA will be offering Smart Select Service members, also known as performance members, access to the Feeder Profit Index (FPI) and Stayability score on both males and females with appropriate data recorded.
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Reserve Your Ad Space for October Profit Picture
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The ad reservation deadline for the October Profit Picture is September 1. The Profit Picture is the AGA's commercially focused tabloid publication which reaches 40,000 commercial producers. Don't miss your chance to promote your program or service, contact Lynn Valentine at the AGA office today at 303-465-2333 or lynnv@gelbvieh.org.
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Submitting DNA Samples
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In order to make the DNA testing process as efficient as possible and to ensure results are received in a timely manner, it is suggested that all DNA orders for registered animals are made on the AGA Online Registry System. Once an order is submitted, a copy of the order form must be sent with the sample directly to Geneseek at 4131 N. 48th St., Lincoln, NE 68504. If a physical DNA sample is not received at the lab after six weeks of the original DNA order date the order will be cancelled. If an order is cancelled, the producer must then re-submit the DNA order through the AGA Online Registry System.
It is encouraged that members are diligent about sending in DNA samples in a timely manner after order submission. If you have questions about this policy or about DNA testing, please contact Kelli Retallick or Dolores Gravley at 303-465-2333.
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Have You Registered for Convention?
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Be sure to register for the 45th Annual American Gelbvieh Association National Convention "Moving at the Speed of Change" in Kansas City, Missouri, December 10-12, 2015. Convention will consist of events such as committee meetings, a state association breakfast, the AGA Annual Membership meeting as well as new events AGA 101 and Cattlemen's Profit Roundup symposium. This event is sure to be a "must attend" for AGA members and Gelbvieh enthusiasts!
Click the links below to view for more information about convention events, registration and hotel reservations.
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- September 7 - AGA Office Closed for Labor Day
- November 17-19 - Range Beef Cow Symposium, Loveland, CO
- December 10-12 - 45th Annual AGA National Convention, Kansas City, MO
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