IBBA CONNECTION Flashback
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was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to attend and cover the National Junior Brangus Show (NJBS) this year, and I can honestly say I was blown away. I was tremendously impressed with the youth involved in this association and in this breed. Their display of character, positive energy, leadership, passion and devotion was so refreshing to experience. Republished below from a 1992 Brangus Journal is a past IJBBA member’s collection about the opportunities he experienced on his travels, the valuable lessons he learned and the quality people
by Brittni DRENNAN IBBA COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR
he was able to meet. This brief article is a reflection of the kind of outstanding individuals the IJBBA produces, but not without the dedication, hard work, service and long hours of the parents and adults that help guide this association, drive countless hours to shows and serve as advisors to the youth. You will read about these superior individuals throughout this issue. Passing the Torch on page 40 and the Georganne Myers Award on page 46 are just a couple of examples that exhibit the kind of quality, genuine people who are evident throughout this association.
What the IJBBA Has Meant to Me
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By Josh Hafen, Midway, Utah
have been a member of the International Junior Brangus Breeders Association (IJBBA) since 1986, and have been privileged to be a member of the IJBBA board since 1991. During that time, many things have occurred to enrich my life, increase my knowledge of the cattle industry and widen my perspective. Having the opportunity to travel has been one of the highlights of these past four years. During that time I have gone to National Junior Brangus Shows in Jena, Louisiana; Wichita, Kansas; and Texarkana, Arkansas. Not only have I been able to go to these shows, but I have also seen some of the scenic attractions in most of these cities- from the green hills of Louisiana, to the rolling plains of Kansas, to the beautiful countryside of Arkansas. This year, I am looking forward to visiting Perry, Georgia. It will be too far to bring my cattle, but I will still be able to help with the show and see what the state of Georgia has to offer. While in these different part of the country, I have, of course, tried the food specialties. I have had delicious seafood, hot and spicy (and delicious) Mexican food, and, of course, had the chance to eat at some of the best steakhouses in the country. Having the opportunity to serve on the IJBBA board has enabled me to learn much more about our changing and challenging industry. It has also taught me more about social skills and the basics of conducting business meetings. 10 | AUGUST 2013
BRANGUS JOURNAL
Brangus Journal JUNE/JULY 1992 VOLUME 40, ISSUE 6
The best thing I have gotten from my IJBBA experience is a chance to meet so many good people. From the IJBBA board counselors, to my fellow board members, to all of the Brangus breeders and to all the great people in the beef industry! BJ