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In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Darren Thomas, Group Managing Director of Thomas Foods International.Darren shares insights from humble 1985 livestock trading beginnings with father Chris to now three-generation family involvement including his children Jack, Ned and Chloe. Scott and Darren explore the 1990s early Angus connection, the brand evolution of Angus Pure, his supply chain ownership strategy, and the ongoing innovation and expansion at home and abroad.They discuss livestock as core competency, processing as core business, the Angus breed delivering what it promises, opportunities for young people in agriculture, and family business tenure creating competitive advantage with global customers.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on building Australia's second largest red meat processor while remaining proudly family-ownedKey topics covered:Thomas Foods International growth from 1985 livestock trading/service kill beginnings to Australia's second largest red meat processor and largest sheep/lamb processor exporting to 80-85 countries with five Australian plantsThe journey to being a three-generation family business, the value of being a generational supplier with strong customer relationships, and remaining proudly family owned when the other top processors are all foreign-ownedThe supply chain ownership strategy of owning everything between farmer and end user retailer for efficiency, which allows higher farmer payments and customer value, as well as better control and decision making Thomas Foods’ early Angus connection in the 1990s and how Darren created marketing options for South East producersThe brand evolution of Angus Pure from Certified Black partnership to developing their own 100% Angus positioning, achieving US market success, and launching Mount Shank premium brandWhy the Angus breed succeeded by backing up great marketing with actual product performance through society research and seed stock suppliers/farmers collaborating for genetic improvementWhy attention to detail and simplicity matter as Thomas Foods' philosophy from home to operations, with people as the foundation and educating for better outcomes.How Thomas Foods is expanding globally with second US and European plant building, Middle East and India operations developing, as well as a $380M Australian capital expenditure to modernise facilitiesThe challenge of over-regulation and export certification costs pushed onto processors, with regulation supporting brand quality but increasing costs and thereby reducing competitivenessWhy Thomas Foods takes a cautious approach to MLA multibreed evaluation by using Angus as best practice case study without reinventing the wheelWhy young people have wonderful opportunities in agriculture beyond primary production including AgTech/robotics/data science/AI/pharmaceuticals, with industry unity making it easier than when Darren startedRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Thomas Foods International https://thomasfoods.com/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Todd Wilshire, managing director of Agricon and former owner of Wilshire and Co, for a comprehensive conversation about building successful agricultural businesses.Todd shares insights from his journey studying agronomy at Gatton, returning after travelling to grow the family's Tenterfield produce store into a six-location group sold to Pursehouse Rural, and the strategic acquisition and subsequent growth of animal nutrition company Agricon.Todd and Scott discuss key business lessons about having a vision and staying patient, as well as the importance of diversification, team building, strong supplier relationships, finding market gaps, and why face-to-face relationships still beat online shopping.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on rural entrepreneurship and creating value in agricultural supply chains.Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

Summary of the episode:In this special board outcomes episode of The Angus Table, President Sinclair Munro and CEO Scott Wright discuss key decisions and strategic priorities from Angus Australia's March 2026 board of directors meeting.They share insights on board function, CEO board report highlights, and financial audit outcomes including the new late inventory fee policy.Also discussed is the board’s strategic focus on genetic evaluation including TACE as hybrid display from three evaluation services (BreedPlan, Angus Genetic, AGI), the shift to weekly analysis capability through Angus Genetic, navigating MLA's multibreed evaluation plans, and promoting Angus as reliable, nutritious, and environmentally sustainable.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights about the governance and strategy shaping Angus Australia's future.Key topics covered:How the Angus Australia board functions: elected by members with committee structure, focusing on strategy/risk/compliance/policy while providing CEO oversightHighlights from the CEO board report, including HeiferSELECT marketing improvements and Angus Online self-service platform now liveFinancial audit outcomes from the external auditor review of 2025 statementsAbout the late inventory fee policy change beginning in Spring 2026 where late submissions after bill date will receive 50% credit to reward on-time record keepers and remove emotion from staff decisions.Strategic genetic evaluation focus, including weekly analysis capability through Angus GenetIQ addressing member needs quickly.Navigating the MLA multibreed evaluation plans while protecting Angus-specific toolsThe importance of member consultation and the opportunities to engage this year, such as webinars and the upcoming AGM in MayValuing member-collected phenotype data as Angus Australia's strength, ensuring we prioritise using to benefit those who collected itPromoting the Angus brand responsibly and emphasising reliable genetics from registered bulls, nutritious high eating quality, and environmental sustainabilityAppreciation for the voluntary role of board members taking on a big workload while taking time from their own farms/businessesAbout Sinclair’s best beef eating experience on Easter SundayContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this special episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with the Hon. Julie Collins MP, Federal Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, for an insightful conversation about leading Australian agriculture.Minister Collins shares perspectives from representing Australia's most southern electorate, current priorities including food security strategy and managing Middle East conflict impacts on diesel and fertiliser supply, achievements on trade diversification achievements, biosecurity vigilance around lumpy skin disease and our strong working relationship with Indonesia.Scott and Minister Collins discuss working collaboratively with industry peak bodies, the $100 billion agriculture target hit four years early, and why telling farmers' story about being world's most efficient producers matters.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from federal leadership on agriculture's future.Key topics covered:How Minister Collins represents Australia's most southern electorate in Tasmania with berries, stone fruit, ham, aquaculture, and forestryMaintaining the big priorities of food security strategy, trade and biosecurity, while dealing with immediate diesel/fertiliser challenges and impacts of the Middle East warThe success of the trade diversification approach the Federal Government has taken that has resulted in 250+ market accesses improved, restored or maintainedThe importance of telling the story of Australian farmers being the most fuel efficient, lowest fertiliser use, and lowest water use farmers on the planetHitting the $100 billion target four years early by having a joint vision and working together with industryMonitoring lumpy skin disease closely and working with the Indonesian government, cooperating on intelligence, lab testing capability, vaccines, and moreThe Government’s R&D report and opportunities for R&D reformHow Labor is prioritising being in touch with regional communities, and working collaboratively with industry peak bodiesMinister Collins’ personal approach to maintaining balance and the advice from her grandmother to always do your bestContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this heartfelt episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with John Warlters, CEO of Rural Aid, for an important conversation about supporting farming families through disasters and everyday adversity.John shares insights from Rural Aid's 11-year journey since forming during the 2015 drought, the remarkable scale of their impact, how trust guides every decision as their north star principle, and the importance of being visible in communities rather than waiting for crisis moments.They discuss John's journalism background preparing him for this role, the challenge of balancing strategic thinking with operational response, the importance of mental health support for all but especially for rural families, and why the difficult act of asking for help opens doors to support.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on community resilience and the organization making a difference for rural Australia.Key topics covered:How Rural Aid supports farmers first, their families, and communities as proudly farmer-focused organisationThe scale of impact since 2015: 200,000 bales of hay, 100 million litres of household drinking water, prepaid Visa cards ($1,500 typical value) empowering individuals to meet specific needs with money flowing back to local communitiesRural Aid’s national network of 10 counsellors seeing producers on-farm where possible in order to break down barriers around potential judgment or stigmaErica Halliday's story of receiving Rural Aid support during 2017-19 drought, then joining the board to give back to organisation that helped her familyTrust as Rural Aid’s guiding principle: donors trust that funds reach the right people at right time, producers trust the organisation when making themselves vulnerable by asking for helpWhy Rural Aid waits for recovery phase rather than emergency response to avoid getting in way of front line and emergency servicesThe dairy farmer who said he was "a little bit broken on the inside," put on smiley face each morning thinking that's what his family needed, but counselling helped him recognise he needed help and it completely changed his outlookHow strategic thinking challenges John when operational response demands constant attention, and he balancing act between mental health counsellors on ground vs immediate disaster relief capacityHow everyday challenges (rising costs, fluctuating prices, health scares, succession planning) need support beyond disaster context, not just emergency eventsLooking to 2030: growing to 20,000+ registered producers (currently 18,500) and amplifying Rural Aid’s voice to governmentJohn’s simple call to action: ask for help if you need it, phone 1300 327 624Relevant links mentioned in the episode:Rural Aid https://www.everystep.ruralaid.org.au/Phone: 1300 327 624Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this strategic episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Will Evans, CEO of Cattle Australia, for a comprehensive conversation about leading the peak body representing grass-fed beef producers.Will shares insights from his journey through NT Livestock Exporters Association and NTCA, launching the critical cattle transaction levy review, why the focus has realigned to producer profitability over market/consumer expectations as the fundamental underpinning of sustainability, trade diversification amid Middle East conflicts and China challenges, and landscape-level methane research fighting point-in-time regulatory misunderstanding.They discuss Cattle Australia's dual function and benefits to membership, regional consultation driving priorities, innovation and AI transforming genetic systems, and why Australian cattle breeding is now at the global forefront.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on policy, trade, and the future direction of Australian beef.Key topics covered:Will's journey from Gatton Ag College through, Cattle Council, NT Live Exporters Association and NTCA learning policy theory and practical implementationAbout Cattle Australia's dual function as both peak commodity voice with technical expertise plus prescribed industry body overseeing levy allocation to MLA/AHA/NRSWhy CA have launched a critical levy review: the first in 20 years, the focus is on capturing millions in lost value within existing $5 rather than automatic increasesThe important realignment on producer profitability to underpin all sustainability initiatives and additional requirementsWhy a global shift occurred from "feed people" to "how are we feeding them" with conditionality expectationsLandscape-level methane research: world-leading analysis of emissions + sequestration fighting regulatory misunderstanding of output-only emission reductionsThe European regulatory risk and the need for adequate research because current research is led from environmental not beef business perspectiveTaking a holistic view of trade diversification strategy amid global conflictsEngaging with successive Federal governments and Labor government relationships being about competing priorities not an anti-agriculture stanceThe opportunities and challenges of the AI and innovation frontier for beefAdvice for young people getting into the industry and the massive Southeast Asia opportunityRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Cattle Australia https://cattleaustralia.com.au/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Paul Holm, General Manager of Networks at AuctionsPlus, for a comprehensive conversation about online livestock marketing innovation.Paul shares insights from AuctionsPlus's 40-year evolution as an agency-owned business (50% Elders, 50% Nutrien), the remarkable scale of the platform, the groundbreaking bloodline verification initiative launching in April 2026 to connect seedstock brands with verified commercial offspring and quantify premiums, and the company's commitment to agent education and industry best practice.They discuss remote workforce management (50% of staff outside Sydney), extraordinarily low dispute rates (0.7% of lots), and why selling positive stories about on-farm practices matters for differentiation.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights on the digital transformation of livestock marketing.Key topics covered:How AuctionsPlus evolved over 40 years to 220,000 monthly users listing 600,000+ commercial cattle (400,000+ Angus-influenced)The assessment process: 130+ data points, assessor training requirements, and offline mobile entry for crush-side efficiencyRemarkably low dispute rate (0.7% of lots) with agent third-party verification adding trust and integrityThe innovative bloodline verification initiative to verify commercial vendor purchases their genetics, creative value, increasing trust and quantifying market premiums with analyticsSheep genetics ASBV integration with filtering capabilities and buyer notifications for specific genetic profilesFeeder-optimised tagging developed through extensive feedlot discovery (weight, age, pregnancy testing criteria)Remote workforce management: 50% of staff outside Sydney with regional coverage requiring scheduled communication and quarterly in-person tripsWhy discovery process now involves interviewing buyers/sellers/agents before building features rather than acting on single ideasHow competitive board members (Elders vs Nutrien) make industry-leading decisions for agency sector benefitWhy selling positive on-farm stories differentiates brands in the engaged 220,000-user monthly audienceRelevant links mentioned in the episode:AuctionsPlus website: www.auctionsplus.com.auContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this special informational episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Ben Robinson from AusMeat to explain the significant changes to Angus breed content labelling standards released in 2026.Ben provides essential context on AusMeat's role as custodian of Australian export meat standards, how the Label and Standards Committee operates with industry peak councils, and why trade descriptions must be accurate and unambiguous under legislation.They discuss the evolution from the original 75% minimum standard to the new three-tier framework: Angus 50/F1/Composite (50% genetic content), Angus 75/F2/Angus (traditional 75% standard), and Pure Angus/Angus 100/Black Angus (100% genetic content).Ben explains how most international markets accept 50% (matching US CAB requirements), why this creates opportunities for F1 breeders while maintaining premium positioning for higher content animals, the importance of accurate NVD declarations, and how DNA breed content testing may provide objective verification in the medium term.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for essential regulatory information affecting every Angus producer in Australia.Key topics covered:How AusMeat operates as industry-owned (MLA and AMPC), not-for-profit third party certification body auditing 60+ programs and the role of Australian Meat Industry Language and Standards Committee with peak councilsWhy you cannot export meat from Australia unless it comes from AusMeat accredited facilityThe legislation requirement of accurate and unambiguous trade descriptions across the entire supply chainThe origins of Angus labelling around 2006-2008 when McDonald's McAngus burger drove integrity requirementsWhy Australia set the bar high at 75% minimum genetic content when most international markets accepted 50%How two and a half years of industry consultation balanced production sector and processing sector needsThe new three-tier framework: Angus 50/F1/Composite (50%), Angus 75/F2/Angus (75%), Pure Angus/Angus 100/Black Angus (100%)The two verification pathways for 50% genetic content—phenotypic criteria or on-farm traceability programThe importance of accurate NVD declarations: Angus 50 or Angus F1 for 50% animals, Angus for 75%+ animalsWhy quality specifications (eating quality, marbling, MSA) are commercial decisions by processors separate from breed contentOther breed frameworks (Wagyu, Hereford, Shorthorn, Santa Gertrudis) and the development of a Red Angus framework (though it’s not released yet)The difference between AusMeat's export/domestic accreditation (box level) and state food authority regulation (retail/restaurant level)The importance of maintaining Australian product trust and reputation with international partners through integrityBen's role as UN Economic Commission for Europe Meat Standards Group chairman working to reduce trade barriers globallyRelevant links mentioned in the episode:AusMeat website: www.ausmeat.com.auLivestock Production Assurance (LPA) program https://www.integritysystems.com.au/on-farm-assurance/livestock-product-assurance/National Feedlot Accreditation Scheme https://www.ausmeat.com.au/services/list/livestock/nfas/United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE): https://unece.org/trade/wp7/Meat-StandardsContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Mark McCully, CEO of the American Angus Association, for a comprehensive conversation about leading one of the world's largest breed organisations.Mark shares insights from managing 22,000 members across five wholly-owned subsidiaries (Association, Certified Angus Beef, Angus Media, Angus Genetics Inc, Foundation), the remarkable success of CAB brand with 27% of US fed cattle qualifying and $50+ premiums per head, the historic shift from 50% select grading to more prime than select today, developing functional longevity and udder EPDs, navigating methane research controversy with transparency, and the power of servant leadership.They discuss some of the similarities and differences between US and Australian industries, the evolution from "where's my premium" to value-based marketing dominance, beef-on-dairy integration, and why keeping independent breeders independent through strong associations matters globally.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of the breed's most accomplished international leaders.Key topics covered:How the American Angus Association evolved from 1883 herd registry to five wholly-owned subsidiaries with 300 staffThe scale of CAB brand: 27% of US fed cattle qualify today, creating $50+ premium per head at packing plantWhy CAB gave producers a target aligned with consumer value rather than producer value perspectivesThe historic shift from 50% select grading (when Mark started) to more prime than select produced todayHow value-based marketing evolution transformed premium signal flow to producersThe development of functional longevity EBV and teat/udder suspension EBVs incorporated into maternal weaning valueThe importance of phenotypic data as genomics foundation "only as good as phenotypic data breeders turn in"How non-traditional data (health traits, BRD, congestive heart failure, fatty acids) requires downstream collaborationWhy beef-on-dairy integration (60% of 9.4M dairy cows bred to Angus) accelerates data capture in integrated systemsThe challenge of staying innovative as breed associations when private companies characterise economically important traitsHow World Angus Evaluation provides a common currency for breeders globally and helps prevent gene pool narrowingWhy strong member-owned associations hedge against integrated systems taking genetic decisions from independent breedersThe methane research controversy: objectives around efficiency in cows on grass, navigating funding source concerns, factual information challenges in social media eraThe importance of servant leadership principles shaped by "The Servant" by James HunterWhy focusing on consumer eating satisfaction rather than cattle producer value perspectives drives sustainable demandRelevant links mentioned in the episode:American Angus Association: www.angus.orgCertified Angus Beef brand: https://www.certifiedangusbeef.com/enBook: "The Servant" by James HunterContact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Andrew McDonald and Tony Fitzgerald from NH Foods for a comprehensive conversation about building and maintaining premium beef programs at scale.They discuss the remarkable 15 year growth of Angus Reserve brand from 300 head/week to 3,000 head/week, the measurable genetic improvement delivering 10% increase in feeding performance, navigating China market volatility with 55% tariffs forcing strategic program adjustments, the protein trend driving retail growth globally, and why Australia must compete at the premium end against low-cost producers.Tony shares insights on cattle quality improvements, vaccination programs reducing BRD from 60% to 15-20% of death loss, and the importance of consistency. Andrew explains secondary cut value growth, the shift from 2+ to 4+ and 5+ marbling programs, and diversification across 40-45 countries.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of Australia's largest Angus beef operations.Key topics covered:How NH Foods established itself in Australia from late 1970s with integrated farming, feedlotting, and processing operationsThe growth of Whyalla Feedlot to 78,000 head current capacity, with recent and planned expansionsThe evolution of the Angus Reserve brand from 300-400 head/week in 2010 to 3,000 head/week today across 40-45 countriesThe measurable genetic improvement over the last 8 years that has delivered 10% increase in feeding performanceHow consistency within Angus pens compares dramatically to crossbred variationWhy average induction weight increased from 405-410kg (2019 drought) to 455kg with better seasonsThe results of vaccination programs (BRD reduced from 60% to 15-20% death loss) and the shift from 2+ to 4+ and 5+ marbling programsThe challenges of the China market, including 55% tariffs and a quota system forcing five months supply vs year-round, meaning uncertainty for long-fed programsSupporting voluntary quota system in order to prevent South American grain-fed gaining Australian shelf spaceThe importance of diversification to hedge against single market dependence in volatile global politicsHow secondary cut value growth saved the processing sector (beef cheeks doubling, tails over $20/kg, short rib bone-in $50/kg)The protein trend driving retail growth globally, with consumers cooking premium steaks at home and beef snacks like jerky an opportunity for those who don’t cookThe challenge of oversized cuts having weight variations affecting container capacity and box specificationsHow third-party verification through Angus Australia provides integrity and retailer governance confidenceThe success of Whyalla’s graduate program: three grads annually, DISC profiling, structured six-month rotations building team depthWhy Australia must compete at the premium end against low-cost producers with the best 5% of global herd targeting best 2-4% of consumersRelevant links mentioned in the episode:NH Foods https://www.nh-foods.com.au/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Myles Immerker, CEO of the Canadian Angus Association, for a fascinating conversation about leading innovation in one of the world's most challenging cattle breeding environments.Myles shares insights from managing 3,000 primary members across Canada's vast geography (70% black, 30% red), the remarkable spring bull market up over 50% from last year, pioneering AI camera technology being developed with Holstein Canada to objectively score structural traits, the evolution of their green tag commercial program, and adapting to extreme temperatures from -40°C to +30°C.They discuss digital transformation and shifting to weekly genetic evaluations (replacing monthly runs), China market reopening after five years, and why phenotype and structural soundness remain paramount in Canadian breeding programs.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of Australia's closest international breeding partners.

In this episode of The Angus Table, we are sharing a recording of a special member webinar where we introduced Angus GenetiQ. Angus GenetiQ is the society’s new in-house genetic evaluation system. In this episode, President Sinclair Clark Monro begins by emphasising Angus Australia's commitment to member-focused genetic improvement tools, and CEO Scott Wright explains the strategic reasoning behind developing in-house capability.Next, COO Carel Teseling delivers a comprehensive technical presentation comparing Angus GenetiQ with TACE, covering important differences in methodology, genetic trend comparisons across all traits, and EBV correlations. The webinar clarifies that Angus Australia has not decided to move away from Breedplan—both evaluations will be publicly displayed as the society takes members on this journey.Pull up a chair at the Angus Table, this is essential listening for any Angus breeder wanting to understand the technical foundations and strategic direction of genetic evaluation at Angus Australia.Key topics covered:Why Angus Australia developed Angus GenetiQ: risk mitigation, efficiency, innovation speed, and controlling destinyHow in-house capability enables quicker response to member needs and industry prioritiesThe strategic decision to display both TACE and Angus GenetiQ results during consultation periodImportant technical differences between TACE and Angus GenetiQ evaluationsWhy Angus GenetiQ uses only Australian registered animals (excludes New Zealand data from TACE)Genetic trend comparisons showing strong alignment between TACE and Angus GenetiQ for most traitsEBV correlation analysis demonstrating 70-96% correlation across traits for top 1,500 bullsThe decision to combine rib and rump fat into single carcass fat EBV (reducing trait complexity)Why IMF is being replaced by MSA Marble Score (easier to collect, more phenotypes available)The plan to develop yield EBV using primal cuts rather than retail beef yieldHow maternal value in Angus GenetiQ includes both milk and maternal care (not split like TACE)Future trait releases including calving ease EBVs and structural trait evaluationThe exploration of desired gains indexes versus traditional economic value indexesHow Angus GenetiQ will support commercial programs like HeiferSELECT and SteerSELECTThe role of scanning data in informing correlated carcass traits through genetic correlationsRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Angus GenetiQ information and resourcesDirect technical questions to Carel Teseling (COO), Hanlie Jansen, Nancy Crawshaw, Brad HeinDirect strategic questions to Sinclair Monro (President), Scott Wright (CEO)Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

Summary of the episode:In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Tim Brittain from New Zealand for a wide-ranging conversation about global Angus leadership, brand building, and consumer focus.Tim shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Auckland with no farming background to establishing Storth Oaks Angus, serving as Secretary General of the World Angus Secretariat for eight years, founding and chairing Angus Pure (New Zealand's first large-scale Angus beef brand), instigating Angus Pro and navigating the transition to Angus Australia registration, and becoming Reserve Grand Champion in BBQ competition.They discuss why Angus is a brand that must be protected, the importance of never losing sight of the consumer, managing the World Angus Secretariat through COVID, and Sir Keith Holyoake's wisdom: "Live as though you'll die tomorrow, but farm as though you'll live forever."So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of the breed's most accomplished international leaders.Key topics covered:How Tim's journey began from Auckland city to agricultural universityThe evolution of Storth Oaks Angus from 37 stud cows at a 1991 sale to the seed stock operation they run todayWhy Tim's breeding philosophy emphasises maternal attributes, performance recording, genomics, and carcass qualityTim’s agripolitical career progression from the deer industry to New Zealand Meat Board and ultimately Angus leadershipAbout the World Angus Secretariat and Tim’s experience serving as Secretary GeneralTim’s role in building the Angus brand, including the origins of Angus Pure, New Zealand's first large-scale Angus beef brandHow the McDonald's Angus program created a paradigm shift in consumer awarenessThe impact of Angus Pure, such as tangible premium for producers and catalyst for major meat companiesHow Angus Pro formed and why the group chose to register with Angus AustraliaThe challenges facing the World Angus Secretariat with rapid European expansionWhy measuring business outcomes at events like Beef Australia matters for the industryThe importance of protecting Angus as a brand, not just a breedHow Tim became Reserve Grand Champion BBQ competitor with Storth Oaks SmokersThe power of customer focus in agriculture and why Tim believes more farmers need to remember thisWhat Sir Keith Holyoake taught about sustainability: "Farm as though you'll live forever"Relevant links mentioned in the episode:Storth Oaks Angus https://www.storthoaks.com/Angus Pro New Zealand https://anguspro.co.nz/Angus Pure brand https://anguspure.co.nz/World Angus Secretariat https://worldangussecretariat.com/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Simon Irwin, CEO of Beef Australia, for a fascinating conversation about running the Southern Hemisphere's premier agricultural event.Simon shares his remarkable journey from stock agent trainee through 30 years with News Corp managing regional publications across Australia, to becoming CEO of an event that attracts 120,000 people from 34 countries and delivers $110 million economic impact to Central Queensland.They discuss the Beef 1988 bicentennial origins, the critical three-year interval that keeps content fresh, why Beef Australia measures economic impact but not business done (changing for Beef 2027), the human X-factor in an AI world, and why reading both The Guardian and News Corp keeps algorithms from pigeonholing perspectives.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for an inside look at what it takes to run Australia's most significant beef industry gathering.Key topics covered:How Simon's diverse career path—from stock agent to News Corp executive—prepared him for leading Beef AustraliaWhy the three-year event interval is critical to Beef Australia's ongoing success and relevanceThe evolution from grassroots committee to professional corporate governance structureHow Beef Australia has achieved national and international reach with representation from 34 countriesThe accommodation challenge limiting international growth and creative solutions being exploredWhy Beef Australia positions itself "of the industry, not in the industry"The economic impact of $110 million to Central Queensland and why measuring business done matters for 2027The importance of preserving institutional knowledge by maintaining core staff between eventsHow hard lessons learned (like the portable toilet disaster!) improve future event deliveryWhy managing pressure requires perspective and understanding what truly mattersThe human X-factor in an AI-dominated world, the ethics of AI development and concerns about stolen intellectual property in machine learningHow reading across the political spectrum prevents algorithmic echo chambers and maintains balanceThe power of listening twice as much as you talk to understand diverse businesses and perspectivesWhat's changing for Beef 2027: new tech precinct, nose-to-tail focus, and making meat the heroWhy Angus as both a breed and a brand has been "really spectacular" in Simon's viewThe results of 30 years of work in breed plan, MSA, and industry standards on beef pricing and qualityRelevant links mentioned in the episode:Beef Australia: https://beefaustralia.com.au/Beef 2027: 2nd - 8th May 2027, Rockhampton, QueenslandAgribition (Canadian Beef): https://agribition.com/Contact details:This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Marg Will, founder of OSS Advisory, for a wide-ranging conversation about organic certification, sustainability, and fighting for fair farmer pricing.Marg shares her remarkable journey from literally falling out of an avocado tree into organic certification 25 years ago, witnessing factory pollution destroy her family farm and Lake Cowan's ecosystem as a teenager, and building OSS Advisory into a business that has transitioned over 15 million hectares globally to organic production.They discuss the consistent 35% premium organic beef producers achieve, how Central Australian producers added $7 million in the first three years of an MLA project, speaking at the UN meat standardisation committee, and the critical difference between organic as "price maker not price taker,".Marg and Scott discuss truth in labeling and consumer rights, the backlash against ultra-processed foods, and why the beef sector needs to understand they're part of the food industry with responsibility beyond the saleyard gate.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a thought-provoking conversation about values, markets, and the future of sustainable beef production.Contact details:OSS Advisory (formerly Organic Systems): https://oss-advisory.com/This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Paul Smith from Tieyon Station in Central Australia for a remarkable conversation about 100 years of Angus cattle breeding in one of the world's driest cattle regions.Paul shares how his great-grandfather Frank ordered a van of Angus bulls from a newspaper ad in 1925, walked them 100 kilometers from the railhead, and slowly replaced all Shorthorns to create the only pure Angus herd remaining in Central Australia.They discuss managing 6,500 square kilometers (650,000 hectares) with just 2-4 staff, breeding and finishing cattle with under 200mm average rainfall, designing cows specifically for the landscape through EBV selection, surviving the 2018-21 drought while managing his wife's breast cancer diagnosis, and why temperament, structure and attitude matter more than anything else.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for an inspiring story of resilience, innovation, and custodianship in Australia's red centre.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Emily Pullen, CEO of Jim's Jerky, for an inspiring conversation about building a national beef brand, navigating industry challenges, and remarkable resilience. Emily shares how her parents Jim and Kathy started with 12 kilos of jerky in 2004 after discovering South African biltong in a Charlton butcher shop, growing to a team of 28 across supermarkets, national petrol chains, and export markets. They discuss why topside has become an increasingly valuable cut, a devastating April 2023 factory fire and 12-month recovery journey, managing extreme meat price volatility with inflexible retail pricing, the exciting partnership with SunPork building a new shared dehydration facility, and why "lukewarm is no good" in business. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, family business, and turning adversity into opportunity.Connect with Emily via the Jim’s Jerky website https://www.jimsjerky.com.au/contact-usThis podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

Connect with Mick Crowley and MLA via www.mla.com.auThis podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Mick Crowley, Managing Director of Meat & Livestock Australia, for a wide-ranging conversation about global beef markets, industry leadership, and the future of Australian livestock production.Mick shares his journey from growing up on a beef cattle operation at Barraba to coaching the UNE meat judging team, working at Blue Stripe Meats with Greg Chapel, and ultimately leading MLA with its 285 staff and $300 million annual budget.They discuss the dynamic 2025 market environment with US tariffs unexpectedly benefiting Australia, the importance of building social capital rather than defending social license, MLA's multi-breed evaluation strategy, and why quality and sustainability will define competitive advantage globally.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from one of the industry's most experienced and thoughtful leaders.CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Dr. Malshani Samaraweera, Angus Australia's in-house geneticist, for an inside look at the science behind breeding values and genetic evaluation.Malshani shares her remarkable journey from growing up on a tea estate in Sri Lanka to earning her PhD at the University of New England and ultimately joining Angus Australia to work with one of the country's largest phenotype and genotype datasets.They discuss the nature of her role handling big data and maintaining accuracy, the exciting launch of Angus Genetic bringing evaluation in-house, the importance of balance across production, fertility, and efficiency traits, and why following your genuine interest is the best career advice. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a fascinating conversation about the genetics work happening behind the scenes at Angus Australia.Connect with Malshani via email [email protected] This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright reconnects with college mate Tim Ford, founder of Feed Central and the new Local Ag marketplace. Tim shares his remarkable 22-year journey from launching Feed Central in 2002 during the millennial drought with just a notebook and phone, to building a team of 40+ people moving fodder across Australia's east coast. Tim and Scott discuss the launch of the Local Ag digital marketplace bringing transparency and security to fodder trading, why drought preparedness starts with mindset not just fodder reserves, how hay prices can triple during drought and freight costs match the commodity price.Tim shares the importance of team wellbeing during high-stress drought periods, and his business philosophy of "team, family, friends." From lessons on people management to the critical role of personal networks, this conversation offers insights for anyone building a business in agriculture.So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a masterclass in entrepreneurship, resilience, and relationship-building.Get in touch with Tim Ford via Feed Central and Local Ag https://www.feedcentral.com.au/contact/ This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with the Honorable Tony Perrett, Queensland's Minister for Primary Industries and Member for Gympie. Tony shares his remarkable journey from growing up in Kingaroy as the son of a parliamentarian, through 13 years in local government, to running a 2000-head commercial cattle operation and ultimately his “dream job” serving as Minister for Primary Industries.Scott and Tony discuss Queensland's ambitious vision to grow primary industry value to $30 billion by 2030, critical biosecurity investments and managing disease risks through partnerships with Indonesia, the exciting opportunities in Indonesian markets for Australian beef and live export, drought preparedness as a key priority, and why Tony believes the Angus breed has led the way in quality assurance for the Australian beef industry.Pull up a chair at the Angus Table for insights from a minister who lives and breathes primary production.Get in touch with Tony Perrett via his website https://tonyperrett.com.au/contact-tony-perrett/ or contact the Ministerial Offce via email [email protected] This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with market forecaster Simon Quilty from Global AgriTrends to explore the forces shaping the beef industry over the next three to five years. Simon shares his journey from Victorian Farmers Federation to 35 years of trading beef globally, his Churchill Fellowship findings on methane and carbon markets, why southern processing capacity now exceeds the north for the first time in 20 years, the surprising benefits of Trump tariffs for Australian beef, and his bullish forecast for Angus producers through the coming herd rebuild. They discuss the importance of understanding medium to long-term trends over short-term predictions, the "new norm" for beef pricing post-rebuild, and why Simon believes Angus will remain the cornerstone of quality beef production globally. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a masterclass in beef market dynamics and strategic thinking.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Lucy Morrissey, co-founder of Morrissey Livestock Services, to explore the art and science of stockmanship.Lucy shares her journey from growing up barefoot in the Simpson Desert to becoming one of Australia's leading stockmanship trainers, her mentorship under Dr. Tom in the United States, the critical importance of mindset in cattle handling, why working off the globe of the eye changes everything, and her philosophy that "if it's really hard, you're probably doing something wrong."Scott and Lucy discuss bridging the urban-rural divide, the values of the Australian stockman, keeping people safe and cattle calm, and Lucy's vision for introducing agricultural education to every school in Australia. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for a conversation packed with wise insights and authentic passion for the beef industry.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright welcomes Dr. Brad Hine to the podcast on just his third day at Angus Australia. Brad shares his remarkable journey from youth trainee at CSIRO through to PhD and research scientist, his pivotal work developing the Immune Index for disease resistance, why he made the leap from research to extension, and what excites him about working directly with Angus producers.Brad and Scott discuss the importance of breeding resilient animals alongside productive ones, navigating sustainability conversations while keeping profitability front and centre, the value of good mentors, and Brad's passion for practical farming on his 350-acre property. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table and get to know one of the newest members of the Angus Australia team.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this second part of The Angus Table conversation with Jon Condon from Beef Central, host Scott Wright explores the future of the beef industry including carbon and sustainability trends, Jon's observations on the Angus breed's remarkable transformation across Australia, advice for stud breeders on marketing innovation, and the core values that drive Jon's team culture and staff retention. Jon also shares his thoughts on industry leadership, conference culture, and ends with a sobering warning about herd size, feedlot capacity, and processing constraints that could expose producers to significant risk when the next major drought arrives. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table for part two of this insightful conversation.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

In this episode of The Angus Table, host Scott Wright sits down with Jon Condon, co-founder of Beef Central, Australia's leading digital beef industry news platform. They discuss Jon's journey from growing up in a Northern Territory meat processing family to becoming one of Australia's most trusted beef journalists, the bold decision to launch Beef Central in 2011 when print media dominated agriculture, the principles of quality journalism that underpin his success, and the critical industry challenges ahead including value-based marketing and the producer-processor relationship. So pull up a chair at the Angus Table and enjoy this conversation with a man who's been sniffing out beef industry stories for decades.This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at https://perkdigital.com.au

Welcome to the Angus Table, the new look Angus Australia podcast. This season we'll be bringing you conversations designed to add real value to your business. As members of Angus Australia, you'll hear from the people across the breed and the wider beef industry sharing insights, stories, and ideas that really matter.From time to time, we'll also sit down with individuals who have a great story to tell. Sometimes we'll have information that could help you in the profitability of your Angus operation. Our aim is to keep you connected, informed, and inspired. We'd also love to hear your feedback as this develops in this new look format.If you've got ideas, topics, guests, or someone with a story that deserves to be shared, please reach out. The podcast is here for our members. If someone is featured on The Angus Table, it's because we believe their experience and their perspective has real value.We look forward to bringing you more conversations that support your success in the Angus breed and your farming operation. This podcast is proudly brought to you by Angus Australia https://www.angusaustralia.com.au/+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +  CREDITS:Host: Scott Wright, CEO. Get in touch via email [email protected]: Mel Strasburg [email protected] Audio editing and post-production: Ellen Ronalds Keene at PERK Digital.

In this episode of Behind the Beef, recorded live from the Zoetis AngusEXPO, Chris Earl of CK6 Consulting shares his journey from Illinois to New Mexico, where he founded Reverse Rocking R Ranch. He discusses the importance of mentorship in agriculture, the integration of faith and family in his work, and the challenges faced by the cattle industry today. Listeners gain insights into the evolving landscape of beef genetics, the significance of building strong relationships within the industry, and the role of innovative platforms like Bid on Beef in connecting producers directly with consumers.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +  

In this episode of Behind the Beef, Scott Wright and Cheyne Twist are joined by Angus Australia Extension officer, Hanlie Jansen who has joined to discuss the 2024 Beef Breeding Insight Report and its findings.    Late last year, a comprehensive report on the 2024 Beef Breeding Insights Survey results was released, as part of the “Enhancing Technology Adoption Across the Angus Genetic Improvement Pipeline” project (P.PSH.1063), funded by the MLA Donor Company (MDC). This initiative, led by Angus Australia, involved two in-depth quantitative surveys of Australian beef cattle producers conducted by an independent market research group.    The first survey was conducted in 2019, providing a baseline with responses from 1,023 producers nationwide. A follow-up survey was carried out in 2023 with 977 respondents to build on the initial data and evaluate changes over the five-year period, benchmarking shifts in producer knowledge, attitudes, and the prevalence of Angus and Angus-influenced cattle.    Hanlie has joined us to give us a snapshot into these results, what this means for Angus producers and in turn the wider beef industry.  Access the Beef Breeding Insights Report here 🔗  Contact the Angus Australia Extension Team or contact the Angus Australia office on +61 02 6773 4600. +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +  

As we draw to the end of 2024 the attention of Angus Australia turns to 2025, which is set to be one of our largest years to date.   This is because Angus Australia will be hosting the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum, taking place May 6th to 8th in Brisbane, Queensland.  This event marks the first time the World Angus Forum has hit Australian shores since 1997, and we want to see you there! Not only is this forum event happening, but Angus Australia will also be host to a number of affiliated events that create a much larger two and a half-week program, showcasing the use of Angus genetics across Australia, including tours, the Zoetis AngusEXPO and much, much more. Joining us to give a step-by-step walkthrough of what you would be missing out on if you don’t head down under for the 2025 World Angus Forum is Scott Wright, Angus Australia CEO, Mel Strasburg, Neogen World Angus Forum Coordinator, Jake Phillips, Zoetis AngusEXPO coordinator, Erica Halliday, Chair of the World Angus Forum Organising Committee and Sinclair Munro, Angus Australia President.  Access the World Angus Forum website here 🔗  Follow World Angus Forum on Facebook, Instagram & X  Contact Mel Strasburg [email protected] or Jake Phillips [email protected]. To contact the Angus Australia Officer ring 61+ (02) 6773 4600. +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +  

In this episode of Behind the Beef, we have been joined by Angus Australia General Manager – Genetic Improvement Christian Duff, who has jumped on to provide a question-and-answer session regarding what you need to know about the 2024 Annual TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation Enhancements.   The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation is the genetic evaluation program adopted by Angus Australia for Angus and Angus influenced beef cattle. The TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation uses technology to produce Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) of recorded cattle for a range of important production traits. A number of important enhancements have been made to the calculation of Estimated Breeding Values (EBVs) for Angus cattle in Australia and New Zealand.    The enhancements form part of the annual updates that are applied to TACE, with the enhancements implemented in the December 2024 analysis.   Access the 2024 Annual Enhancements to TACE brochure here 🔗 Access the 2024 Annual Enhancements to TACE explainer videos here 🔗 Access the Angus Education Centre here 🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X +  

In this episode of Behind the Beef we are joined by Ian Mclean. Ian is Managing Director of Bush AgriBusiness. Ian, and the team, work with large and small pastoral businesses, helping them understand and improve business performance. Ian enjoys working with and learns a lot from top performing pastoral businesses.Prior to starting Bush AgriBusiness, Ian worked for the NT Cattlemen’s Association, initially in member services and project management and later as Executive Officer, the NT DPI in training and extension, Deloitte as an Audit Analyst and has done station work in Qld and the NT. He holds a Master of Business Administration and is accredited as a Chartered Agriculturist by the Ag Institute of Australia.Ian has joined us to talk about his ag story and how he is involved with the industry day to day.Access the Angus SteerSELECT Education Centre Module HERE 🔗  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+   

In this episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by Angus Australia General Manager – Genetic Improvement Christian Duff, for a mini-info session on how the most recent TransTasman Angus Cattle Evaluation enhancements have rolled out for producers and demystifying some common misconceptions about the genetic evaluation.   Access the Genomics – What, How, Why & When Education Centre Module HERE 🔗   Access the Demystifying DNA Technology – A livestock breeders guide to selection HERE 🔗Read the December 2023 TACE Enhancements Recap HERE 🔗+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+   

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef, we were joined by young professional auctioneer and stud stock specialist, Lincoln McKinlay.Currently a valued member of the Elders NSW Stud stock team, Lincoln is one of the lead auctioneers for NSW and Northern Victoria. His professional career really commenced in 2012, gaining six years of valuable experience as a commercial livestock agent at TopX Australia.  Attending the World Wide Auction College in Iowa, USA in 2016, he earned a diploma in auctioneering. This was followed in 2017 by winning the National Young Auctioneers Competition at the Sydney Royal Show, and representing Australia at the Calgary Stampede, ultimately being awarded the International Rookie Champion Auctioneer title.   2018 saw a transition to Glasser Total Sales Management, taking on the running of stud stock sales across Southern QLD, NSW, VIC, SA, and WA. In 2020, he joined Elders Stud Stock, where he continues to collaborate closely with stud stock clients to enhance their genetics and elevate their profitability.      We caught up with Lincoln a few weeks ago and we thank him for taking out some time in sale season to have a chat with us about his life and career.  Get your tickets for the 2025 Neogen World Angus Forum HERE 🔗   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+   

In this episode, we were joined by Diana Wood.  The Angus breed is in Diana’s blood, she grew up on parents’ property at Coonamble NSW where their seedstock operation has been run since its inception in 1989. Diana is a product of the Angus Youth program and in 2004, Diana won the Angus Youth National Judging Competition and subsequently studied at the University of Illinois as the award for winning that competition.Diana has worked in various roles in her career before taking up the role of Marketing Assistant and eventually Marketing & Communications Manager at Angus Australia.With applications currently open for the 2024 Angus Foundation University of Illinois Scholarship, Di has joined us to talk about her Angus story and experience as the University of Illinois scholarship recipient.Apply for the Angus Foundation University of Illinois Scholarship HERE 🔗   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+    

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef we are joined by Sinclair Munro.  Sinclair Munro has recently been announced as the latest in a long line of Angus breeders committing to the continued betterment and governance of Angus Australia, taking on the position of President and Chairperson on the society’s Board of Directors.   Sinclair is a fifth-generation cattle breeder hailing from Bingara, NSW, where he and his family operate Booroomooka Angus.  The beginnings of Booroomooka Angus were founded in 1926 and now operates as an Angus commercial and seedstock business, selling 270 bulls at sale each year.   Access the UltraSELECT Angus Education Module HERE 🔗   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn +  +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +    

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef we are joined by Jake Phillips.Jake Phillips is the Extension manager at Angus Australia, based in Naracoorte South Australia. Jake has a wealth of industry experience and knowledge and has worked across Australia in a variety of positions in the beef supply chain over the past two decades. Jake’s role is considered front line with Angus members and breeders of Angus cattle to assist them in understanding the variety of breeding and genetics selection tools and information available to them. This also includes overseeing the expansive Angus Youth scholarships, awards and bursaries offered to industry. In his spare time Jake and his wife run Phillips Cattle Company, a registered cattle business. Jake has enjoyed the opportunity to judge cattle at major events across Australia as well as helping younger people enter the cattle industry. Jake has joined the podcast to talk about the fact that he recently completed a five-week beef study tour of the United States as the 2023 Arthur Rickards Young Breed Leaders award recipient.  During this episode, Jake shares about the scholarship experience, his take aways from his tour and more.Access the Genomics – What, How, Why & When Education Centre Module HERE 🔗  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +  

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef, Angus Australia Extension Manager Jake Phillips is taking over! In March Jake had the opportunity to visit the Northern Territory and attend the Northern Territory Cattlemen's Association 40th annual conference, which took place in Alice Springs.   The episode features a series of interviews hosted by Jake with producers Ted Fogerty of Palmer Valley Station, Dylan Wall, manager of Consolidated Pastoral Company’s Bunda Station and Ley Kunoth of Waite River Station, who are utilising Angus and Angus influenced genetics in the Territory.   Chatting with Jake both on property and at the conference, each producer has given a snapshot of their use of Angus and Agus influenced genetics in northern Australia. Visit the Angus Australia Northern Focus location here 🔗  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X + 

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by our fantastic guest, Dr Peter McGilchrist, Associate Professorin Meat Science - School of Environmental and Rural Science at the University of New England. Peter grew up on a cattle property in NSW and has a Bachelor of Rural science from the University of New England (UNE). Following university Peter travelled and also worked at Elders Killara feedlot for a year before moving to Perth WA to complete a PhD at Murdoch University on ‘Selection for muscling affects carbohydrate and fatty acid metabolism in beef cattle’ with the Beef CRC. Peter then held a post doctorate research position at Murdoch University with Meat and Livestock Australia working on beef eating quality projects, MSA optimisation and the development of the MSA Index. Following this, he held the position of lecturer in Animal Production Science at Murdoch University and undertook research into factors along the supply chain which impact the eating quality of beef and lamb plus the measurement of carcass yield. In 2017, Peter joined the University of New England. Peter is passionate about the future of the red meat industry for the next generation.In the chat with Pete, we covered various topics, including his beginnings in country NSW, how his career progressed to what is today, what is entailed in work that he undertakes in his role and the future of the beef industry.  🔗 To access the Be Angus Be Proud playlist CLICK HERE.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ 

In this episode of Behind the Beef, we are joined by Peter Collins, who hails from central Victoria. Peter has connection with the Angus breed that spans his entire lifetime. Peter is principal of the Merridale Angus Stud, which alongside the seedstock operation also includes a commercial cattle enterprise and a 350-cow dairy. Peter is a current Angus Australia board member and is a member of Angus Victoria.  He has had a long affiliation with the Angus Youth program, continuing to support the Roundup annual through his Merridale Aspiring Breeder Award.  He was awarded the Stewart Award in 2023 in recognition for his contributions to the program.   🔗 For further information about the Angus for Every System – Breeding for Profitability in Northern Australia Seminar or to purchase tickets CLICK HERE.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + X+ 

Welcome back to Behind the Beef and Happy 2024! Although it feels we are well and truly back in the swing of things for the year, we are finally back with our first episode of 2024 and for it we were joined by Victorian producer, Brad Gilmour. Brad hails from South West Victoria, where he and his family run a commercial Angus operation alongside a sheep operation. Brad is a past president of Angus Australia, serving as president from 2018 – 2020.  He concluded his tenure on the Angus Australia board in 2023 and is a member of the Angus Victoria Breeders Group.    With a decades long history within the cattle industry, Brad has joined us to share about his Angus story, sharing with us about his operations and breeding philsophies and the reasons why he breeds Angus cattle. Visit the Angus Australia News & Events section here 🔗  Access Angus SELECT here 🔗  Learn more about the Angus Australia sale catalogue services here 📖 💻 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn + +Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + 

Welcome to end of year episode of Behind the Beef – where we look back in retrospect to the year that was and look forward to years to come for Angus Australia and producers around Australia. In this special end of year episode, we were joined by Angus Australia board chairperson and president Erica Halliday and Chief Executive Officer Scott Wright. Scott and Erica had their share on rounding up a massive year for Angus Australia, covering a range of topics relating to the year that was for the society and the beef industry, as well as looking for the what’s in store in 2024.  View the Angus Australia Stategic Plan here 🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Behind the Beef is back and kicking off with a bang! In this episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by Angus Australia member Rebecca George.  Rebecca and her family are commercial Angus producers from Nevertire in New South Wales.   Rebecca is an active member of the Angus Youth program, and over 20 years has taken part in various activities and events hosted by Angus Youth including the Angus Youth National Roundup and the GenAngus Future Leaders Program.  She has also been a previous recipient of various scholarships through the Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries Program and member of the Roundup Organising and the Angus Youth Consultative Committees.  Most recently however, Rebecca was the recipient of the 2019 Kansas State University Scholarship. Bec has recently returned from her time abroad & and has joined us to tell Behind the Beef to her story in agricultural and the Angus breed, as well as to give us some insight into her time over in the US.  To apply for the Kansas State University Scholarship CLICK HERE🔗 To apply for the Tocal Beef Cattle Assessment Course Scholarships CLICK HERE🔗 To register for the 2024 NH Foods Angus Youth National Roundup CLICK HERE🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

This episode of Behind the Beef we were joined by Jono Spence, Director of livestock agency Spence Dix and Co, SA.   Jono is a well-regarded cattleman in the beef business. Jono has a background working in many facets of both stud and commercial sectors of the beef industry. Coordinating the cattle side of the Spence Dix & Co business, Jonathan is also a recognized and experienced auctioneer. Jono has joined me to talk market movements.  Coming from the year that was 2022 in all its highs, we were interested in the opinion of someone with boots on the ground regarding what he had observed of the market in his region, as well as around the country, what trends have been noted, the final markets for seedstock and commercial animals being sold out of South Australia and the all-important crystal ball predictions. To apply for the Beyond the Beef National Angus Conference Scholarships CLICK HERE🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In this episode of Behind the Beef we will be joined by Milly Nolan and Cam Parker, who through their roles in the industry are working to make change in terms of bettering and sustaining the industry in different ways.  Milly is a farmer/shearer’s daughter from regional VIC. She has experience across many agricultural supply chains all over Australia, including live export, extensive grazing in Western QLD, wool testing and meat research. Milly travels all over Australia to deliver professional development and supply chain capacity building workshops and now as the Program Manager for The Livestock Collective, Milly is keen to unite the livestock industry and ensure our voice is heard. Cam Parker has had a wide and varied career. After actively contributing to policy setting bodies and representative groups as a producer in Victoria and in Queensland, Cam has shifted to a full-time policy career as Policy Manager at Primary Producers SA, working to bridge the gap between producers and those who influence and make decisions that affect Australian Agriculture. Cam has extensive experience and success in navigating complex matters on behalf of producers at a state and national level, working closely with governments, bureaucracies, and the National Farmers Federation. To apply for the GenAngus Future Leaders Program CLICK HERE 🔗 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

Behind the Beef is back for the first episode of 2023, and this episode we had the pleasure of speaking to some young people who are doing big things in the beef industry.  We spoke to three young beef business owners - Dayna Grey, Jack Laurie and Ben Lucas - who each own and are continuing to grow a business that services the industry.  Dayna, Jack and Ben each give a little insight into their lives and businesses, and how they are making steps to grow themselves in business through taking developmental opportunities. Access Angus SELECT here 🔗 Learn more about the Angus Australia sale catalogue services here 📖 💻 +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

If you can believe it, the final episode of Behind the Beef for 2022 is here and we are doing our yearly recap for Angus Australia to look back at the year that was and reflect on the achievements of Angus producers around Australia. To do this, we will be chatting to the managers of the various units that make up Angus Australia, who will give some insight into the happenings that have affected their departments and in turn Angus producers over the last 12 months. We wish all our listeners a very safe and happy Christmas and New Year and we will be back for more Behind the Beef in 2023!  +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In today's episode we have been we speaking to two people positioned at two different parts of the supply chain. We had the opportunity to speak to Libbi Thompson from Whyalla Beef and celebrity chef Fast Ed.  Both of our guests are involved heavily in the beef supply chain and with Angus beef in their roles, however, ultimately are at two different ends of it – with Libbi working towards to top end of the chain, and Fast Ed further down in preparing the product and feeding the ultimate end – our consumers. Libbi and Fast Ed shared with us the story about how they got to be where they are in the industry today and some background in the role they play within the beef supply chain.   +Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In this episode of Behind the Beef we have been joined by Angus Australia Commercial Supply Chain Manager Liz Pearson, who has not long returned from a study tour which saw her take in the commercial production systems of the United States of America and Canada.   Liz has joined us to give a short overview of her tour and some of the standouts for her during her time investigating the productions systems on the other side of the world. Register for Angus CONNECT - TACE Enhancements Buy your ticket for the Verified Black Angus Beef BBQ Competition+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +

In the latest episode of Behind the Beef, we had pleasure of sitting down with AuctionsPlus CEO Angus Street.  Angus joined us to give his interesting insight regarding his role at AuctionsPlus, how he came to be where he is today in his career and also provided some advice for those making their mark in the agricultural industry. Angus has extensive experience with technology systems, which require deep understanding of critical business drivers in multiple markets and industries, opening of new markets through strong sales and trade marketing as well as growing businesses through innovation, process improvement and transformational technologies.  As CEO of AuctionsPlus, Angus is focused on taking the $2.3 billion GMS business to the next level. Angus wants to add value right along the supply chain and sees online marketplaces as a key enabler of success. Passionate about helping businesses evolve to stay ahead of the pack through the use of digital technology, Angus believes that with a little country music, genuine conversations and a motto of ‘the sum of us beats the one of us’ we can shape the future of the Ag sector. Visit the Angus Education Centre.+Follow Angus Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter + LinkedIn ++Follow Angus Youth Australia on + Facebook + Instagram + Twitter +